Mary Retta

Mary Retta is the education columnist for Teen Vogue. She writes about Black feminism, youth movements, and internet culture. Her work has been featured in VICE, The Nation, Bitch Media, the Columbia Journalism Review, and more.

Music

Meet Nyallah, the 21-Year-Old Vocalist Making Non-Binary Breakup Songs

In her new video, "Growing Pains," the singer paints a picture of joy through healing.

October 30, 2019

Politics

A Legal Loophole Lets Colleges Pay Students Less Than Minimum Wage

Is this happening to you?

October 9, 2019

Mental Health

The Mental Health Cost of Code-Switching on Campus

For Black students, code-switching at school can take a toll.

September 18, 2019

Sexual Health + Identity

7 Transgender and Non-Binary People Share How Drag Helped Their Mental Health

"When I’m on stage, I am fully myself."

June 12, 2019