Theara Coleman, The Week US
Theara Coleman has worked as a staff writer at The Week since September 2022. She frequently writes about technology, education, literature and general news. She was previously a contributing writer and assistant editor at Honeysuckle Magazine, where she covered racial politics and the cannabis industry. Theara is also a former high school teacher. She earned a bachelor's in English literature from Howard University in 2013 and a master's in the same from New York University in 2022.
A lifelong book lover, Theara is based in New York, where she spends her spare time reading and playing video games.
Latest articles by Theara Coleman, The Week US
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The history and impact of HBCUs
In depth Schools have long been desegregated, but historically Black colleges and universities are still filling a need in the United States
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The rise of rental rewards, a new form of concession
The Explainer Landlords are getting in on the rewards craze, offering loyalty programs for paying your rent
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5 riveting books to take you through September
The Week Recommends A return to Dublin and the Rooneyverse, plus a peek at some Trump family history
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Young adults are in a mental health crisis. Why is little being done?
In the Spotlight The kids are, in fact, not at all alright.
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More women opt for home births despite high costs
Under the radar Wary of possible mistreatment by medical professionals, some women are bearing the out-of-pocket costs for a better option
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5 illuminating books about Appalachia that are very much not 'Hillbilly Elegy'
The Week Recommends Stretching from the Catskill Mountains in New York to northern Mississippi, the region has produced literature that challenges stereotypical narratives about its residents
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Gender bias in medical research: how women are still overlooked
In depth Clinical trials have historically been male-centric, but they are leaving the medical community in the dark about women and girls
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Diabetic amputations surge among Black and Latino Americans
There is an epidemic of diabetes-related complications, and minority communities are being hit the hardest
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5 poignant books to read this August
The Week Recommends Gayl Jones reemerges again, and Hellen Phillips casts her gaze to the near future with AI
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4 tips for combatting workplace loneliness
The Week Recommends Feeling left out at work? You're not alone.
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Can a racially and culturally divided country elect a multi-precedent-setting candidate?
Today's big question Vice President Kamala Harris is facing a wave of personal attacks tinged with racism and sexism
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The origin and evolution of the Kamala Harris coconut meme
The Explainer You think it just fell out of a coconut tree?
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How Black organizations quickly pivoted and mobilized for Kamala Harris
In the Spotlight Harris has a shot at being the first Black woman to lead the Democratic ticket
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Neurocosmetics: the beauty trend blending mental health and skin care
The Explainer Could a moisturizer really shift your mood?
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The safety of the Seine River remains murky
In the Spotlight Cleaning the river ahead of the Paris Olympics has been a massive undertaking
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A study found toxic heavy metals in most tampon brands. Are they safe to use?
The Explainer Over a dozen brands tested positive, including organic tampons
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Unschooling: the radical education trend raising eyebrows
Under the radar Some parents are letting their children lead their education
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4 tips to make your home more eco-friendly
The Week Recommends You don't have to spend a bunch of money to make more sustainable choices
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JD Vance's journey from Trump critic to VP short list
In the Spotlight The Ohio senator may be an option for a running mate, but he hasn't always thought so highly of Trump
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5 riveting books to read this July
The Week Recommends The author behind the 'Magicians' trilogy turns his eye to King Arthur and Persephone gets a West African twist
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Could Israel's ultra-Orthodox conscription ruling hurt Netanyahu?
Today's big question Two ultra-Orthodox parties in Netanyahu's coalition are up in arms
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How a Cherokee tribe used tribal sovereignty to open North Carolina's only legal cannabis dispensary
Under the radar The tribe has plans to open sales to any adult in the state, even though the drug is still illegal there
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Syphilis cases continue to rise as the US faces an STI epidemic
Under the radar Prevention organizations are struggling to keep the numbers from escalating
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The growing dystopian AI influencer economy
In the Spotlight AI-generated digital personas are giving human influencers a run for their money
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