Gloria Steinem’s Social and Political Impact
Today, the idea that women and men should have equal rights doesn’t seem like a bold position. But this wasn’t always the case. Gloria Steinem, […]
People and Culture
Celebrating Hispanic Culture
All ethnicities have unique cultures, histories and contributions. There are over 60 million people in this country who come from Hispanic origin. This month, from […]
Celebrating Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
On August 25, 2026, country music legend Dolly Parton passed away at the age of 80. Parton is remembered for her classic songs, such as “I […]
Weaving for Change
Imagine that you are told that you can’t participate in your favorite activity because of your gender. Imagine that if you wanted to keep doing that activity anyway, […]
Songkran: A New Years Celebration
Happy New Year! The people of Thailand recently celebrated the annual New Year’s festival that began on April 13. Here, btw takes a closer look at Songkran, the traditional Thai New Year festival. […]
Women’s History Month: Yesterday and Today
March is Women’s History Month: a time to recognize and celebrate the history, achievements, and stories of women and girls around the world. This week btw looks back at […]
Women’s History Month: Alysa Liu
March is Women’s History Month: a time to honor and recognize the widespread accomplishments, achievements, and contributions of women and girls. This week, in honor […]
Women’s History Month: Sylvia J. Ramos
March is Women’s History Month, a time to reflect on the ongoing history, contributions, and influence of women around the world. This week btw honors Sylvia J. Ramos, an important labor union leader. Ramos has spent her […]
Black History Month: Dr. Walter E. Fauntroy
Black History Month is a time to honor and celebrate the contributions, achievements, and rich history of Black Americans. This week btw spotlights Dr. Walter E. Fauntroy, a prominent civil rights leader and groundbreaking legislator. […]
The Ancient Art of Bamboo Scaffolding
Have you ever seen a building under construction? You’ve probably noticed scaffolding, temporary structures that look like a giant grid of poles and boards, which surround the building […]