Homecoming is an iconic cultural milestone for Black students and alumni, but the pandemic has made these celebrations impossible. In the absence of real-life events, organizers are moving the tradition online, with virtual performances and parties aiming to replicate the camaraderie of the real deal.

As with every other milestone in 2020, American students whose graduations have been interrupted by the pandemic are turning to online platforms for community and support. Headlined by the Obamas and featuring Beyonce and BTS, YouTube's blowout show stood in for canceled ceremonies.

The COVID-19 pandemic has rapidly reconfigured the world as we know it – and a mental health crisis could be waiting in its aftermath. Canvas8 spoke to Staci K. Haines, the author of The Politics of Trauma, to understand how the outbreak is set to challenge and change our emotional wellbeing.

With nightlife venues across the world shuttered due to COVID-19, partygoers embraced digital hedonism by skipping queues for virtual club nights and attending marathon DJ sets. How have online raves helped reimagine out-of-home experiences? And how can brands keep the party going?