Community Voices
Is the Day of Silence Being Silenced?
High school was only a mere five years ago for me, but it feels like a distant memory. I remember running track after school every day, eating spicy chicken patties for lunch, and always being late to my first period history class.
Remembering Elisabeth M. Bennet
The COVID pandemic has given us renewed appreciation for the heroes around us. 108 years ago, a teacher from Manchester stepped forward during a crisis and became a hero.
Legends of Civil Rights Survey Results
RiseUP is thrilled to be partnering with Manchester to install the Civil Rights Mural on the side of the Leisure Lab at the Mahoney Center.
Black History Month Poetry Submissions
We placed a call for artist to submit a poem that reflected on what black history means to them. We have complied a few of our submissions that encompasses some of our community voices.
Why You Should Define Your Fears Instead of Your Goals
If you’ve read any of Tim Ferriss’ recent books or listened to his podcast, you’ll know fear setting
is a common motif. It’s a concept he explores with many of his podcast guests. Ferris credits the fear-setting exercise as one of the main reasons he’s been able to thrive in high stress environments.
When the World is Burning, Is Art a Waste of Time?
R. Alan Brooks discusses his struggle to pursue art when faced with forces that wanted him to
be more practical. Little did they know… Read More!