Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind
A recent study shows that Black women get overlooked BY: AJOYA LONG Black women are more likely than White women and both Black and White men to be unnoticed in social gatherings, according to a recent study published in the Journal of Social Psychology. In the study by Amanda Sesko and Monica Biernat, participants were [...]
The Perfect Fit: A Guide to Bra Shopping
Finding the perfect bra is hard. Evette Dionne gives tips. By: EVETTE DIONNE I was eight-years-old when my struggle to find the perfect bra began. I bypassed the training bras phase and dived directly into a B cup. By 11, I was busting out of a C cup and by the time I transitioned from [...]
The Diary of a Brokedown College Student
When you start to question why you’re in college, hard life lessons can provide the answer. By: RATASHA SMITH When we were little, we were always in a rush to grow up. Trying on your mother’s size nine high heels thaswallowed your tiny feet; playing in her make-up, putting on enough blush that your cheeks [...]
SuperFoods
Four foods that offer extreme nutrition By: JESSICA JONES “Superfoods” provide extra nutritional benefits. They are packed with nutrients, vitamins and antioxidants. Antioxidants are important because they eliminate free radicals, unstable molecules that can cause mutations in DNA and lead to heart disease, cancer and other illnesses. Here are a few superfoods that can easily [...]
Eat Outside The Box
Six local ethnic restaurants By: RATASHA SMITH In light of the new International Studies program, students have been traveling around the globe. From Italy to England to India, and more. Students studying abroad have been taking in the sites, the culture, and of course the food. For those who haven’t gotten the chance to study [...]
Seasons of Change
By: REV. NATALIE MCLEAN, Ph.D. Sam was a committed team member on “The Biggest Loser.” Each week, his weight status led his troupe to triumph. Earlier in the competition, he consistently made a significant contribution to the total weight difference. But as the weeks passed, his weight loss waned. One measurement revealed the decrease of [...]
Lessons in Truth
By REV. NATALIE MCLEAN, PH.D. Today, we use various, impersonal methods, attempting to make personal and lasting connections. God has the tools needed to move us forward in relating one to another. The story of Naomi and Ruth was written centuries ago, yet the lessons remain valuable and relevant in our modern society. A [...]