(A hopper is a chute for incoming work or material to be processed.) It's in the hopper. I'll get to it. Your job is in the hopper, and your turn is next.
African-American culture. African-American culture, also known as Black-American culture, in the United States refers to the cultural contributions of African Americans to the culture of the United States, either as part of or distinct from American culture.
Non-African American dark-skinned individuals who are misidentified as African American may have experiences in the United States that are at best confusing. One author of this article had a misfortunate advising experience as an undergraduate student.