Hated it. Well…not exactly, but the “blonde bombshell,” did bomb on this one. I do understand that there is a difference between conscious hip-hop and commercial hip-hop. Eve perfectly balanced herself between the two – until “Eve-olution.” Her third CD’s whacked out tracks perturbed my eardrums. Even with help from […]

Just for a moment let’s ignore Terry McMillan and the “Oprah Book Club” and focus on some writers who are not mentioned quite as often. Sheneska Jackson is one of many writers who has received neither the media attention nor the accolades that her peers have, but is just as […]

The 80s are gone and the 90s have passed, it’s 2002, and deciding what to wear on an interview can be difficult. In a day where society deems fashion sense important, choosing trendy over traditional is now an option when preparing to interview in today’s image-driven job market.”The days of […]

It’s time for resumes, portfolios and business suits. The Career Center presents “Career Expo 2002” Wednesday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Tallahassee-Leon County Civic Center, more than 200 companies and organization will be presenting students with internships, co-op and full time job positions. Professionalism and attitude play […]

What constitutes a sport? Is it sweating profusely after long hours of practice? Is it running up and down a field in an effort to put points on a scoreboard? Is it a game or physical activity pursued for diversion? Webster believes it’s the latter. I, however, am confused. Is […]

Suspended Leon County Commissioner Rudy Maloy will find himself back in court again soon for misdemeanor charges. Rightly so, one may think. His offense was heinous. It violated the public trust and he deserves to be punished accordingly for his crimes. Maloy filed a false claim for $556 that he […]

Remember the 1980’s hip-hop movies where battles were fought and hearts are won by spinning to break beats? Take that concept, and stick it in ancient Ireland. Trade the Adidas pants for tights, add some violins and you have “Lord of the Dance.” Well, not really, but that’s the idea. […]

Chemistry students will soon no longer have to struggle with mixtures and formulas on their own. Virtual reality tutorials will soon be available to assist students with their chemistry woes. Four faculty members were awarded a $3.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation for FAMU-UP, a five-year program that […]

Plans to construct a new housing facility have been delayed by administrative changes, said Housing Director Jerry Moore. The new residence is to be located on the corner of Perry and Gamble streets. “The initial projection (for completion) was 2004 but with the presidential change and new trustees, things have […]

I was talking to one of my male friends the other day, when out of curiosity I asked how many females he had slept with. He boastfully replied “under 20” and then acted as if he should get the saint of the year award. Had I asked a female that […]