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Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor

All content by Robert Kukla
Photo by Frannie Mendoza

My farewell letter to The Independent

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
June 6, 2019

NEIU’s very own aficionado: Becky Sarwate

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
May 28, 2019
Disney will be creating a show based off of the young adult romantic comedy Love, Simon.

Disney Gives LGBTQ Kids Hope

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
April 23, 2019

Moxie by Jennifer Mathieu: a feminist anthem for young readers

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
April 18, 2019
A participant and a volunteer running in a Special Olympics race.

Betsy DeVos’ actions are insulting to special needs students

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
April 16, 2019
Amanda Goldblatt

Amanda Goldblatt

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
March 28, 2019

NEIU and Other Universities Across Chicago Lack Faculty Diversity

Nicole F. Anderson and Robert Kukla
March 28, 2019

Jenn Lee

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
March 26, 2019
Jenn Lee

[Photo] Jenn Lee

Robert Kikla
March 25, 2019

Why Are We Blaming Jordyn Woods?

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
March 21, 2019

Five Love Stories That Don’t Suck

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
February 14, 2019

Gillette Combats Toxic Masculinity With New Ad

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
February 12, 2019
Singer R.Kelly at a Pre-Grammy party.

Why Do Celebrities Get Away With Sexual Assault?

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
January 22, 2019
Student Counseling Services (B-119) is free for NEIU students and it's confidential. Their phone number is 773-442-4650

The importance of curating your own space: mental health and social media

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
December 2, 2018
My personal collection of poetry books by "Instagram" poets who inspire me.

[Photo] Is Instagram reviving poetry or killing the genre faster?

Amaris E. Rodriguez, Opinions Editor
December 2, 2018
Apu is a walking stereotype: ‘The Simpsons’ silence Apu

Apu is a walking stereotype: ‘The Simpsons’ silence Apu

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
November 20, 2018
The Book Nook: 'The Gentleman’s Guide To Vice and Virtue' by Mackenzi Lee

The Book Nook: ‘The Gentleman’s Guide To Vice and Virtue’ by Mackenzi Lee

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
November 6, 2018
‘Tell me how it ends’ reveals daunting effects of parent deportation on children

‘Tell me how it ends’ reveals daunting effects of parent deportation on children

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
September 11, 2018
Book cover of "The Darkest Minds."

‘The Darkest Minds’ Book vs. Movie Review

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
August 30, 2018
Dr. Victor Ortiz is awarded a grant from The National Science Foundation.

National Science Foundation Grant Awarded to NEIU’s Victor Ortiz

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
August 27, 2018

Children of Blood and Bone Review

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
May 16, 2018

Review of Holly Blacks ‘The Cruel Prince”, Game Of Thrones But With Fairies

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
April 24, 2018

Social media gains access to personal information

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
April 24, 2018

Domestic Terrorist: a title for people of color

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
April 10, 2018

Representation Matters: A Response to the 90th Academy Awards

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
March 14, 2018
In the Neighborhood: Bryn Mawr Breakfast Club

In the Neighborhood: Bryn Mawr Breakfast Club

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
March 14, 2018
According to Forbes, “Black Panther” has already broke the record for biggest grossing movie (In North America) directed by a black filmmaker.

Diversity reigns in the ‘Black Panther’ movie

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
February 27, 2018

Legalizing Marijuana: How Illinois can Benefit

Robert Kukla, Arts & Life Editor
February 13, 2018
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