Faculty member Richard Cooper wants to take a 'fun topic' and help students think critically about the pop culture they consume.

Once again, Beyoncé’s impact is being taught in school. As AFROTECH™ previously reported, Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East offered a virtual course titled “Black Is Queen: The Divine Feminine in Kush” in 2021,

Earlier this month, it was revealed that Beyoncé has received zero nominations at this year's Country Music Awards.For context, Beyoncé’s album Cowboy Carter — which was released in March 2024 after five years in the works — was inspired by her not feeling "welcomed" into the country music space.

Cowboy Carter, released earlier this year, has been shrouded in controversy. From Country radio stations not putting its tracks on their playlists to country fans and famous figures slamming Beyonce's foray into country music with racist attacks and tropes.

Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” has been one of the most talked about releases of the year, with both fans and detractors weighing in on the pop/R&B star’s venture into country and Americana music and aesthetics.