Author Archives: Tagbo Ekwonu

We are the ones we have been waiting for: An appeal to my Alumni

“We are the ones we have been looking for“. The origin of this quote is debatable but President Obama has used it in his speech. The feminist movement has used it in their fight for equality. In the apartheid days … Continue reading

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Poor judgement, extraordinary luck.

This is a true story and happened in the past 6 weeks. I have not included the names of those involved because of HIPPA rules. I delayed posting this to make sure it had a happy ending. A Nigerian couple … Continue reading

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Chicago 2011 ANPA conference: Traditional or Western Attire?

As the ANPA national convention in Chicago this year looms I have been giving a lot of thought to what I am going to wear at the Gala on Saturday night after the conference. Normally I don’t spend time thinking … Continue reading

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