The Maroon Tiger, the student newspaper of Morehouse College, recently released their version of ESPN’s ‘The Body Issue” that shows 30 students from Spelhouse dressed in nude in response to ‘apprehension of HBCUs when discussing issues related to black sexuality and bodies’.
[quote_box_center]The Maroon Tiger: Last December, a piece entitled “Who’s Afraid of Black Sexuality?” appeared in The Chronicle of Higher Education. It received sustained attention. The article detailed apprehension in academic communities to candidly discuss Black bodies and Black sexualities. Nearly a year later, despite some advancement, the apprehension remains.
Reluctant to speak more candidly about black bodies and sexualities, many conservative institutions seem to have slowly begun entering previously uncharted waters regarding sexualities and identities. The changes, though sluggish in comparison to other institutions, are noticeable. A year ago, Morehouse added to its curricula a course on LGBT studies. Other black institutions, in a variety of ways, have followed suit. National discussions concerning mental health and physical wellness have also ensued.[/quote_box_center]
ESPN’s original ‘The Body Issue’ debuted Oct. 9, 2009 with six alternative covers featuring current No. 1 ranked women’s singles player Serena Williams and five other figures in sports.
Apparently, ESPN The Magazine is also a fan of the 12-page Morehouse edition:
Shoutout to Morehouse College and @themaroontiger for their very own body issue!! http://t.co/IKcOgA12ZN#ESPNBody
— ESPN The Magazine (@ESPNMag) November 1, 2013
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Since 1925, The Maroon Tiger has served as a broad community of students and scholars maintaining a commitment to ethical leadership and promoting a global focus.
