The Fight for the American Dream
American citizens have been protesters for change for decades. From the rallies against the inclusion of Americans in the Vietnam War to the marches...
Iota Founder John D. Slade On The Wonderful Life of Founder Albert “Bus” Hicks
I have long considered the fact that quite a few of the Iota founders are still living among us today to be one of...
Top High School Senior in the Country Will Pursue Degree at FAMU
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – On June 29, National Achievement Award Finalist, Bryan Anderson, will begin the pursuit of a degree in computer engineering at...
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,...
A Message to the 2012 Graduating Seniors
Believe with all of your heart that you will do what you were made to do.- Orison Swett Marden
To the class of 2012, your time to...
Long Live the King – Memorial Day – Washington DC
What a day to be in D.C.
The enormous crowd, the warm sunny day, the energy—everything was perfect when I visited the MLK Memorial on...
Hip-hop: From Conscious to Mainstream
Hip-hop originated as a way out of oppression for those whose lives were affected by injustice, lawlessness and corruption. As time has gone by,...
Protest For Progress In Memphis
Greater Imani Church in Memphis, TN reached full capacity on Monday as citizens from all around Shelby County came to meet with city leaders to...
NYPD’s “Blue Code of Silence” Screams Injustice & Prejudice
Earlier this month, a New York Police Department narcotics officer (often shortened to narc), blew a troublesome police scandal wide-open when he testified against...
Midterm Madness!
Midterms: EVERY college student’s worst nightmare. Things seem to be going along smoothly and then –BAM! This time of the semester is dreaded almost...
The Budget Baller (How to Dress Cool in College…Efficiently)
There are only three things guaranteed in life: death, taxes, and being broke in college. It’s almost a rite of passage; “How to Survive...
The 5 Biggest Misconceptions About HBCUs
Many think that historically black colleges and universities (HBCU) promote racism or believe that these institutions aren't diverse — both are entirely false and...
Kony2012: The Infamous Warlord Exposed
The most infamous viral video in history, “Kony2012” has caused a major stir.
With more than 100 million views in six days, the 30-minute movie...
Data Shows Influx Of HBCU Enrollment From Twin Cities Students
More and more students from the Twin Cities are finding their way to HBCUs! to Get the full story from Reg Chapman at CBS...
‘Describe Jackson State In One Word’
“Unique," says Jackson State student MuNesha, a senior health care administration major, on the university's official Facebook page.
"Some people think of Jackson as dangerous, but...
U.S Officials Confirm “Credible But Unconfirmed” Threat on 9/11 Anniversary
Washington, D.C.—United States officials have indicated a “specific, credible but unconfirmed” threat against the United States on the 10th anniversary of the September 11th...
The Plight of the Black QB
Many would have you believe that the hurdles and obstacles that black athletes have had to overcome ended with the integration in baseball with...
Abandoning the Art of Reading : Articulate Moment by April Thornton
Why does some African American college students abandon the art of reading?
