UNC Charlotte student Bianka Escobedo Cortes discusses her experiences during 2020 with reference to COVID-19, racial injustices, remote learning, and other topics. [All times approximate]. [00:00] Introductions. [01:10] Looking back on 2020. [03:45] Beginning of online learning in Spring 2020 and reflection on online learning in 2020-2021. [07:50] Impact of virtual learning on interviewee's choice of academic major. [10:15] Interviewee's perception of virus over time. [13:00] April 2020 protests for reopening schools. [15:27] Fall 2021 reopening of schools. [18:30] Plans for next semester. [20:00] Racial equality protests. [23:15] Racial inequalities in America. [28:00] Those who stayed silent about racial inequality. [31:00] 2020 Presidential election. [35:20] Insurrection at the United States Capitol building. [42:40] Good moments from 2020.
