Michael Robinson

A&E 2/1/17 6:14pm

Historical films blur fact and fiction

By Michael Robinson

Recently, the idea of “truth” and factual basis has come under scrutiny. It’s no longer enough to label something true, even with evidence, as “alternative facts” are now given legitimacy.

NEWS 11/10/16 3:30pm

'Moonlight" expertly captures identity struggles

By Michael Robinson

Every year, you hope to see some sort of film that leaves you feeling profoundly changed. Most years yield disappointment, with films holding high aspirations only to go so far, but not quite enough.

OPINION 2/23/16 6:20pm

Value marginalized voices in our colleges

By Roshni Janakiraman , Sam Love and Michael Robinson

From our first day of O-Week, we are told Rice actively works to build inclusive and diverse spaces and a “culture of care.” O-Week coordinators assemble their new students into O-Week groups of diverse identities and backgrounds. We view the residential college system as a social equalizer and living space for all students, and espouse that we value inclusivity and diversity. In practice, we often fail to translate these ideals into reality.