Since the dawn of time men have been looked down upon for showing emotional vulnerability. They have been scolded for expressing their feelings and many are taught at a young age that it is a sign of weakness. Even with all the progression modern day society has made the world […]
Year: 2023
Just young and dumb: the experience of not experiencing love
The aroma of chocolates in heart-shaped boxes and rose petals that have fallen from their stems flows through one’s nose, signifying that love is truly in the air. But, what is love? Is it emotional? Is it physical? To those who have experienced it, the answers vary from heart to […]
This woman’s work
Who comes to mind when you think of unconditional love? For me, it’s my mom and grandma. Growing up with an absent father, my mother and grandmother worked twice as hard to make sure I never lacked or wanted for anything. These two women are some of the most selfless […]
Tie the knot, not that knot
The concept of having a soul tie with someone has become a recurring topic on social media. Women and men take to the timeline to vent about their deep connection with their significant other and how this tie is hard to break. According to brides.com, a soul tie is an […]
He posts me, he posts me not
With the age of technology growing, there seems to be relationship rules and regulations for Instagram and other social media platforms. Issues arise from relationships, usually going back to social media usage. These problems typically stem from liking inappropriate pictures of the opposite sex, not posting your partner as frequently […]
No sex, just chocolates; celibacy in 2023
With Valentine’s Day approaching, sex becomes an even bigger topic of conversation and on the campus of Florida A&M University, hook-up culture is on the rise. The idea of being a virgin or actively practicing celibacy is often a short-lived topic. Many look to the upcoming holiday as a day […]
Those who could see United We Dance enjoyed it
Family and friends gathered in Florida A&M University’s Gaither Gym Saturday night to enjoy various dance organizations at United We Dance. UWD is an event where all dance organizations on FAMU’s campus, along with outside dance troupes at Florida State University, Bethune-Cookman University and other schools come to perform on […]
FHSAA backtracks, removes menstrual history question
Florida high schools have been asking female students for their menstrual history in order to participate in athletics. In the past it was optional, but the Florida High School Athletic Association recently proposed a mandatory report from female student-athletes. Students and parents grew increasingly skeptical about the motives behind the […]
Lawmakers address opioid crisis on university campuses
In most university dormitories, resident assistants are tasked with planning programs, fostering a welcoming community for first-year and on-campus students, covering the front desk and conducting room inspections. Now their duties may expand if House Bill 39 is passed. It would require resident assistants to administer life-saving drugs to those […]
Local festival celebrates Black history
FAMU alumna and business owner Janelle Edwards began her business in 2006 after finding her passion. She has a mobile business called Crazyfunkystuff and sells a lot of her jewelry on Etsy. “I would tell anyone that it is all about perseverance and being able to step outside of your […]