10. “So, are you here on scholarship?” – I’m not sure why there’s this misconception that black students can ring a bell and then our tuition is covered because of our race. As bad as I wish that were true, it isn’t. We’ll be up to our necks in student loans when this is all over with just like everyone else.
9. “Why do you talk so white?” – First, it is not possible to talk white, black, or any race. I’m certain a person’s accent is usually based off of where they are from. So if you mean to ask why I articulate my words and don’t “spit slang,” it’s just not what I grew up with.