GROWING UP BLACK & BROWN
This phrase usually meant you were in trouble before you even knew why.
What is “Come here.”
Food is a huge part of culture. This meal often brings everyone together.
What is a family dinner / cookout / holiday meal.
This feeling hits when you’re the only one who looks like you in class.
What is feeling out of place.
This sound meant your name was just said in a tone you didn’t like.
What is getting called by your full name.
This drink choice is the go to
What is Henny, Don Ju
This was the universal punishment that didn’t leave marks but still hurt.
What is getting your phone taken.
This music genre is often tied to identity, pride, and storytelling.
What is hip-hop / reggaeton / R&B
Many POC students feel pressure to succeed not just for themselves, but for this group.
Who is their family.
This household phrase meant you were definitely in trouble.
What is “Wait till your father/mother gets home.”
This person in the friend group always disappears after the party
Many of us heard this growing up when we asked for something unnecessary.
What is “There's food at home.”
This family member is usually the strictest and the most loving.
Who is abuela / grandma.
This phrase describes feeling like you don’t belong even when you’ve earned your spot.
What is imposter syndrome.
This object somehow appeared out of nowhere when you messed up.
What is the belt / chancla.
This is when you start planning your exit.
What is someone yelling “AYO.”
This adult responsibility often came early for Black and Brown kids.
What is translating for parents.
This celebration is common in many Hispanic households marking adulthood.
What is a quinceañera.
This responsibility often affects focus and time in college.
What is working while in school / helping family.
This meant company was coming.
What is cleaning the whole house.
You're drunk and she invite you over
What is "Dont go"
This is what “I’m 5 minutes away” really means.
What is I just got out of bed.
This value is often emphasized in Black and Brown families
What is respect / family first / community.
This type of student is common among Black and Brown communities.
What is first-generation college student.
This punishment didn’t touch you… but you knew your life was over.
What is the look.
This is what you said the next day after drinking
What is “I'm never drinking again.”