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How Joycelyn Wilson uses Kendrick Lamar to teach STEM at Georgia Tech

The professor says hip-hop culture can have positive impact on college curricula.

Tahiirah Habibi won’t apologize for bringing Black culture to wine

These 6 Black women are reshaping the music business in Atlanta and beyond

Muralist looks back to push culture forward with ode to Black cowboys

10 Atlanta murals that celebrate Black history, identity and resistance

Spelman art exhibit dares to redefine the history of American slavery

Liz Andrews, director of the Spelman Museum of Fine Art, says the exhibit "Repossessions" redefines the history of slavery. Credits: Brooke Leigh Howard/AJC

Why the great-great-granddaughter of an icon says Netflix got it wrong

Why Outkast will have a full-circle moment entering Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

How Outkast rewrote hip-hop’s fashion rules

D’Angelo's timeless music made an impact on Black culture

The passing of neo-soul icon D’Angelo sent shockwaves through the music world, leaving a profound void in Black music and culture.

Love or therapy? Breaking down KB and Edmond’s dynamic on 'Love is Blind'

Therapist Stephanie Yates-Anyabwile joins "It’s UATL" to unpack why "Love is Blind" stars KB and Edmond hit a nerve for Black women.

Members of the Dungeon Family share the stories behind their favorite classics

How the Hawks’ 'OnlyFans' ad became a slam dunk for engagement

In this episode of "It’s UATL", Hawks Chief Marketing Officer Melissa Proctor shares how a viral “OnlyFans” parody became a bold win for the team.

Southern trail ride traditions honor the legacy of Black cowboy culture

For generations, Southern communities have ridden miles through wooded trails, celebrating a rich equestrian tradition. Credits: AJC|Getty|Beyoncé,803Fresh/YT

Angela Denise Davis wants Black queer freedom statewide

In this "It's UATL" podcast interview, Angela Denise Davis talks about Atlanta’s Black queer legacy and why its influence must reach beyond the city.

Is Atlanta truly the mecca for Black entrepreneurs?

Atlanta is often seen as a hub for Black entrepreneurship, but do the numbers back it up? Credits: AJC | Getty | Herndon Home Museum | Mirtha Donastorg/AJC

Her doctor said ‘forget about motherhood.’ She refused.

Tanika Gray Valbrun, founder of The White Dress Project, shares how a painful diagnosis led her to turn heartbreak into advocacy for fibroid awareness.

SCAD filmmaker Jeremiah Elias is revolutionizing fashion through dance

Jeremiah Elias innovates through fashion, film and dance. Credits: AJC | @ijeremiahelias,@BETNetworks,@imbabytate/Youtube | SCAD | @cookieekawai/Instagram

Christian hip-hop artist Lecrae gets real on faith and freedom in identity

Lecrae strives to embrace his identity. Credits: Dodd, Mead and Company | lecraeofficial/YouTube | Zondervan/Facebook | Reach Records/X | Arvin Temkar/AJC

How the Atlanta Dream is building culture and community

At College Park’s Gateway Center Arena, the Atlanta Dream is doing more than winning games — they’re redefining Atlanta’s sports culture.

How a hip-hop professor teaches students to think beyond the lyrics

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Dr. Joycelyn Wilson, an associate professor at Georgia Tech, poses for a portrait in her closet of records on campus in Atlanta, Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. (Olivia Bowdoin for the AJC)

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How Joycelyn Wilson uses Kendrick Lamar to teach STEM at Georgia Tech

At Georgia Tech, Joycelyn Wilson focuses on educational anthropology within the school of literature, media and communication — combining her nearly three decades of work.