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Dear Diary: September 1, 2016
Sometimes, being vulnerable can lead to good things. Isabella Acosta, Lilly Bralts-Kelly, AlysonDear Diary: September 2, 2016
Home: A place to poop in peace, and where nobody makes you feel othered. Ella Carlander, Simone Rembert, FatmaDear Diary: September 5, 2016
A bombing in the city of Davao. Jao San Pedro, Kiana Flores, Lilly Bralts-KellyDear Diary: September 6, 2016
Seven tips for writing. Isabella Acosta, Ananda Gervais, Keianna JohnsonDear Diary: September 7, 2016
Settling into dorm life. Ella Carlander, Steffany, ThahabuDear Diary: September 8, 2016
Things (and people) we fear. Amil Barlow, Cammy, AlysonDear Diary: September 9, 2016
Materialism, belonging, and kisses that count. Lucia S., Fatma, Ananda GervaisDear Diary: September 12, 2016
Fearful cycles. Amil Barlow, Britney Franco, AlysonDear Diary: September 13, 2016
"Why do some Toyota Highlanders look like Billy Bob Thornton?" Isabella Acosta, Simone Rembert, Keianna JohnsonDear Diary: September 14, 2016
Moving house, confronting bullies, and crushes that return. Jao San Pedro, Cammy, FatmaDear Diary: September 15, 2016
Lost on campus. Lucia S., Kiana Flores, Lilly Bralts-KellyDear Diary: September 16, 2016
Setting boundaries and resurrecting the self. Lola N., Britney Franco, ThahabuDear Diary: September 20, 2016
"The hardest relationship to rebuild is your relationship with yourself." Jao San Pedro, Ananda Gervais, ThahabuDear Diary: September 21, 2016
Enlightenment via procrastination. Isabella Acosta, Keianna Johnson, CammyDear Diary: September 22, 2016
Building homes away from home, committing to fun. Lola N., Steffany, Lilly Bralts-KellyDear Diary: September 23, 2016
Moving up, up, up. Lucia S., Britney Franco, Kiana FloresDear Diary: September 26, 2016
Bullies, group work, and friends who speak louder than anxiety. Lola N., Keianna Johnson, Kiana FloresDear Diary: September 27, 2016
Trust is powerful. Amil Barlow, Simone Rembert, AlysonDear Diary: September 28, 2016
Competitiveness, ego, and learning to ask for help. Cammy, Ella Carlander, Lilly Bralts-KellyDear Diary: September 29, 2016
Aware of the need for self-awareness. Isabella Acosta, Britney Franco, FatmaDear Diary: September 30, 2016
To avoid: crashing and burning. Amil Barlow, Thahabu, Fatma
Studies Abroad
Looking back at a summer of solo travel. Alex WestfallThe Witches
Gifs inspired by the magic within young girls. OrigamirandaAccidental Auras
Finding meaning in coincidences. Madeline Keyes-LevineWe Contain Multitudes
Gifs that show the universes in ourselves. Savana OgburnPicture Riddles
Spinning views of a personal infinity. Corrinne JamesPhases of the Moon
There have been eight every month since forever. Apoorva Bisht, Vartika Sharma, Vatsala MananThree, Two, One...Blastoff!
The time is now. Dinda LehrmannInfinite Stars
Favorite moments with favorite people. Luna Rey CanoEndless Space
Wandering and wondering. OriShadow Portraits
Appreciate your surroundings. Savana OgburnPersistence of Vision
Watch me now. Rachel OyawaleArt in Motion
Photos that pay tribute to dance pioneer Loïe Fuller. Apoorva Bisht, Vartika Sharma, Vatsala MananEndless Mirrors
Collages about change, growth, and learning to let go. Isa GarciaParallel Lives
I am multidimensional. Corrinne JamesSeptember Collages
Rookie readers' infinite creativity is on display right here. RookieOn the Cusp
Change is in the air. Jheyda McUnder the Microscope
Things are so close but look so far away. Madeline Keyes-LevineTime Goes By
A zine about what forever feels like. Jessi OlarschWarm Memories
Saying goodbye to summer. Savana OgburnThe Night Summer Was Over
A visual love letter. OriMarfa, Texas
A road trip immortalized through images. Sonja Briney, MaryV BenoitFlashbacks of Last Summer
Hot heat, long grass, and blue sky forever. Zoé LawrenceSupreme Motion
Action photography from recent months. Andre JohnsonLuminous
She takes her magic wherever she goes. Eden TaiSchool Uniform
Wearing basically the same thing every day can be cozy and cool. Ori
Screen Time
A romantic comedy, a baking show, and an important documentary to add to your queue. Gaby Gloria, Diamond Sharp, Victoria ChiuThe Black Film Syllabus
A critical movie lover's starter pack. Fanta SyllaVery Important Things
A look at a documentary series on climate change by Fay Milton, the drummer of Savages. Madeline Keyes-LevineScreen Time
A podcast, film, and documentary that we've learned from. Lena Singer, Mia Coleman, Emily WoodScreen Time
Two TV shows and a podcast about the mysteries of life. Micha Frazer-Carroll, Diamond Sharp, Emily Wood
NOTS: No Novelty
The band's latest single, plus a chat about not letting yourself or your work be trivialized. Anna WhiteFriday Playlist: Flip the Track
Songs that live on, and on, and on. Tayler MontagueThe Submissives: Do You Really Love Me?
"You can do whatever you want. You can’t really make mistakes because you’re in charge." Rachel DaviesPotty Mouth: The Bomb
"We’re friends, but we’re also bandmates, business partners, and family." Kate LeibThe Big Moon: Beautiful Stranger
A cover of the Madonna classic, plus a chat about finding new-favorite music. Naomi MorrisComputer Magic: Gone For the Weekend
Listen to this song and dance, dance, dance. Alyson ZettaFriday Playlist: Leave the Light On
Turn the music up loud and transform. Lauren TepferHoly Golden: Beverly
The duo share their new music video and talk about their cosmic connection. Rachel DaviesThe Buildings: Lucid Sister
"If we can inspire some kid to pick up a guitar or start a band, that would be cool." Gaby GloriaGabriella Cohen: Sever the Walls
The Melbourne-based musician shares a new video from her solo project. Anna WhiteFriday Playlist: I Feel Infinite
Turn up the music and drown everything else out. Elly MaloneSad13: <2
The premiere of Sadie Dupuis's new video and a chat about identity. Rachel DaviesBouquet: All Living Rooms
The premiere of a hopeful, haunting new song. Alyson ZettaFriday Playlist: Existential Youth
Songs for contemplating your place in the universe. OriSkating Polly: Across the Caves
"We need to actually compare music, and not just group bands together by nothing other than gender." Anna WhiteFirst Drafts: Solange Knowles
To mark the release of her new album A Seat at the Table, the artist sings the first song she ever wrote. Tavi GevinsonLife Soundtrack: Robert Glasper
A mix of the Grammy-winning jazz musician's favorite songs. Robert Glasper
Editor's Letter
September 2016: Infinity Tavi GevinsonDaily Links: Rei Kawakubo Edition
COMME des GARÇONS could be destined for museums. Plus: A peek at Stranger Things' next season! Kati YewellDaily Links: Combating Islamophobia Edition
A guide to fighting discrimination. Plus: More news from around the internet. Isabella AcostaDaily Links: Björk's Virtual Reality Edition
The icon premieres a heartbreaking digital exhibition. Kati YewellLife Skill: How to Hide a Hickey
For when you don't want everyone in the hallways to know what you've been up to. Krista BurtonDaily Links: Protesting the Pipeline Edition
Native American teens organize against environmental injustice in North Dakota. Sarah HagiNoone Cares
About speaking up in class. Gabby NooneAfterlives
What does a Black future look like, when history keeps repeating itself? Shereen A.Daily Links: South By South Lawn Edition
President Obama is throwing his own culture festival. Plus: A cute video of Rihanna, and more. Isabella AcostaA Guide to Understanding the Multiverse
It could be summer break all year in another existence. Victoria ChiuDaily Links: Queen Sugar Edition
The TV series backed by Ava DuVernay and Oprah makes its debut. June Eric UdorieBad Girl Painter: Celeste Mountjoy
A chat with the 16-year-old artist known as Filthyratbag. Minna GilliganDaily Links: Climate Change Edition
Global warming could put New York City underwater. Maggie ThrashDaily Links: Chloe x Halle Edition
The musical duo opens up about Beyoncé and more. Kati YewellUpasna Asks: Do I Have to Grow Up?
Adulthood can be fun—right? Upasna BarathDaily Links: Pilgrimage Edition
Muslims from around the world are completing Hajj. Sarah HagiDaily Links: Nothing to Be Ashamed of Edition
Simone Biles speaks out against the recent hack of Olympic athletes' medical records. Isabella AcostaDaily Links: Librarian of Congress Edition
Carla Hayden makes history. Plus: Hijab fashion at NYFW & protesting rape culture on campus. June Eric UdorieDaily Links: Girls Who Code Edition
The tech organization is expanding. Plus: views of the Milky Way, & more. Diamond Sharp, Maggie ThrashDaily Links: Gal-Dem Edition
An online magazine for women of color makes its print debut. Plus: More news from the ’net. Diamond Sharp, Kati YewellLife Skill: How to Be a (Minor) Hero
A Life Emergency Kit that'll save your day, and everyone else's. Krista BurtonDaily Links: Marley Dias Edition
Read the new zine created by an 11-year-old advocate for diverse books. Diamond Sharp, Sarah HagiDaily Links: Privet Drive Edition
An important piece of Harry Potter history is for sale. Isabella Acosta, Diamond SharpAll Black Lives Matter
Three conversations about multiple blackness. Ugochi EgonuDaily Links: Black Lives Matter Edition
Two police shootings launched protests around the country. June Eric UdorieDaily Links: Standing Rock Edition
Interviews with Dakota Access Pipeline activists. Plus: The history of black dolls, and more. Maggie ThrashDaily Links: Know Your Power Edition
An interview with FKA twigs, a new movie starring Amandla Stenberg, and more. Kati YewellDaily Links: The New Harry Styles Edition
The One Direction alum debuts a few new looks, Lupita Nyong’o freestyles, and more. Lauren Tepfer, Isabella AcostaDaily Links: Activism on Campus Edition
The University of Vermont shows solidarity with Black Lives Matter. Plus: More news from around the ’net. Sarah HagiAlways, Lately
Loss can make something new happen. Rivkah GevinsonClub Thrive: Beyoncé and the Pursuit of Freedom
She inspires me to define my own life. Jamia WilsonDaily Links: Cultural Appropriation Edition
An essay on writing and identity. Plus: Exploring introversion & life on Mars. Maggie ThrashWhy Can’t I Be You: Jenna Wortham
"Never underestimate anyone or anything, especially not yourself." Diamond SharpDaily Links: A Seat at the Table Edition
Solange releases her new album today! June Eric Udorie