History Comes to Life at the Wright Museum Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - February 1, 2024February 5, 20240 DETROIT (MICH.) - Lena stood at the exhibit slightly longer than the others. Her eyes were glazed with sadness as she peered through the exhibit window and into the eyes of the mannequin, which hung by its neck on a tree. "This doesn't feel right," her voice quivered. "They shouldn't
Women of Color Exhibit Seeks Travel Photos Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - January 9, 2024January 9, 20240 When the Explorers went to Hawaii for a science-focused academy, we decided to climb Diamond Head on the last day. Lydia did not feel she could. I told her I would do it with her. We were the last Explorers to make it to the top, but Lydia made it!
15th Year Kickoff Celebration Highlights Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - December 13, 2023December 13, 20230 If you missed our 15th Anniversary kickoff, watch the TRAILER! Exploring Possibilities Sonya Holins poses with LaToya and Nya Kuhn during the 15th Anniversary Kickoff at the Ladies' Library Association. The event celebrated our 15th season and those in the community who have contributed to our success. See the full program HERE.
Sponsor Thanked for Gift of Travel Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - November 28, 2023November 28, 20230 Russ Schipper contacted the Explorers to inspire them to learn about birds. He didn't know that he would later contribute to an effort to help Explorers see beyond their community through a National Park initiative. Schipper, a member of the Audubon Society of Kalamazoo (ASK), led an effort to teach
Girls Can! Magazine Fall Edition! Girls Can! Magazine Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - November 17, 2023November 18, 20230 In this edition of Girls Can! Magazine, Explorers will share their adventures from Kalamazoo to Kentucky! In addition to the fun articles, we have included QR codes for some of the stories that link to videos from our YouTube page. Enjoy! https://issuu.com/communityvoices/docs/girls_can_2023_fall_edition?fr=sOTcwNDY4MTUxOTA
Exploring Careers: Young Dieticians Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - July 24, 2023December 13, 20230 The Merze Tate Explorers partnered with Western Michigan University's Department of Family and Consumer Sciences, College of Education and Human Development, and Project S.O.A.R. to inspire youth to explore careers in the health and nutrition fields. If you want to share a unique career field with young girls, contact Sonya
Media fun at WGVU Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - April 24, 2023April 24, 20230 GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN - The Explorers were special guests at WGVU television station in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Kim Carson, the host of Kalamazoo Lively Arts, interviewed Explorer students and parents about their involvement in the Explorers. In addition, Carson invited her artist friends to help girls create motivational journals using
Photographer Captures Explorer Beauty Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - April 24, 2023April 24, 20230 Featured image: Jillian Liggins poses with her daughters Juliana and Jasmine. Unique hairstyles are one way that women and men express themselves. However, Explorer parent Tasleem Jamila shared a new way for girls to wrap themselves in beauty. Jamila is an international hair wrap stylist and author who took the time
Girls Explore STEM at Air Zoo Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - April 22, 2023April 22, 20230 The Merze Tate Explorers and the Henrietta Lacks Traveling Museum partnered with the Air Zoo to expose girls to STEM. On April 7th, nearly 50 girls in grades 6-9th took part in a day of exposure to careers in STEM through panel discussions, hands-on activities, and a scavenger hunt of
Explorers Make Finals in GoAbroad Competition Uncategorized by Sonya Bernard-Hollins - April 21, 2023April 21, 20230 The Merze Tate Explorers has been named a finalist in the GoAbroad Innovation in Diversity award category for its work to expose girls of color to the world. The organization's Girls Can! Magazine highlights the local and international adventures of girls as young as 12 and is being recognized for
