Through Our Eyes: Episode 1 – Sonia’s Story

By Sonia Weliwitigoda
May 31, 2023

Welcome to Through Our Eyes, in this series join Sonia Weliwitigoda as she facilitates a conversation about cultural acceptance, self-identity, and building community among students of color.

In this episode join Sonia Weliwitigoda as she talks about her experience as a student of color growing up in Bethesda, Maryland.

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About the Contributors

Sonia Weliwitigoda, Multimedia/Podcast Host

Grade 11

Why did you join The B&W?

I joined the Black & White to share my voice and those of my peers.

What is your favorite board game?

My favorite board game of all time is Scrabble because I love it when I beat my parents every time.

Vassili Prokopenko, Online Production Head

Grade 12

Why did you join The B&W?

To improve my art and design skills.

What is your favorite board game?

Blokus

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Cate Naverette • Jul 20, 2023 at 6:40 pm

This is so good!


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