In Reality

HBCU Graduates Coming Face-to-face with the Job Market

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We all know how much society stresses the importance of higher education.

Bean Pies and Bow Ties by April C. Thornton

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Bean Pies and Bow Ties April C. Thornton Are individual’s perception of other religions triggered by historical events, media outlets or actually observing people from different...

The HBCU Experience #inmyOwnWords by Dominique McDonald Howard University

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Initially, we sough to pen an article on why Howard University student (at the time this article was written) Dominique McDonald chose her major...

Feature Faculty: Dr. Cynthia Neverdon-Morton of Coppin State University

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Feature Faculty: Dr. Cynthia Neverdon-Morton of Coppin State University “A graduate of Howard University with a Ph.D. in United States History with concentrations in African...

Long Live the King Part III—The Promised Land

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In the past two weeks, I have been writing about the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. in anticipation of the unveiling of the...

The Fight for the American Dream

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American citizens have been protesters for change for decades. From the rallies against the inclusion of Americans in the Vietnam War to the marches...

HBCU True Life: I Didn’t Want To Go Home A Failure

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Atlanta Journal Constitution - Chris Brathwaite Every time I speak to one of my co-workers about my HBCU experience, they always ask one question. "Would you...

Juggling Books and Babies by April Thornton

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Teen pregnancy among African American women is increasing dramatically across the nation. Statistics that surround teen pregnancy is often associated with a life of failure and hardships.

NFL, NBA Lockouts Overshadow U.S. Debt Ceiling Debates

On July 25th 2011, football fans who had been left in limbo since March had begun rejoicing on blogs and in barbershops all across...

Long Live the King Part I – King Still Rises Above his Adversaries

“Discrimination is a hell-hound that gnaws at Negroes in every waking moment of their lives.”—Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King,...

Getting The Facts Right About the Trayvon Martin Situation

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If you don't know who Trayvon Martin is by now, then you may be shocked to hear about this tragic story. In a gated...

The Perils of Social Networks: What Classifies as ‘Too Much Information?’

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Ever wondered what exactly is too much? Well, if you ever find yourself on Twitter, then more than likely this question will come up....

Lifting As I Climb: Mentorship, Community Service and the Importance of Giving Back

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Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth. -Muhammad Ali As I get older it has begun to dawn...

What If There Was No Federal Funding for HBCUs?

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HBCUs have become an essential part of the American education system. From its Believe it or not there could be a major dent of funding...

Troy Davis’ legacy lives on after executuon

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Troy Davis was to be executed tonight at 7 P.M. in a Georgia prison after being accused of killing Savannah police officer Mark MacPhail...

Honda Campus All Star Challenge: The Pinnacle of HBCU Quiz Bowls

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Avery University versus Hillman College in the All Star Challenge Tournament, remember that episode of ‘A Different World?’ Dwayne Wayne and Whitley may have...

Out of the Night That Covers Me: Making Sense of FAMU & Hazing

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Since the first story broke about the untimely death of Robert Champion, 26 year-old Florida A&M drum major, many are trying to piece together...

Things I’m Thankful For: My HBCU Family

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This past week, thousands of college students across the country headed home for one of the most anticipated holiday amidst on campus students; Thanksgiving....