Mourning the death of a friend or family member is natural process, and according to one therapist, individuals actually go through a mental and emotional process when confronted with a loss. Tim Desmond is a therapist and principle developer of the Coherence Psychology Institute’s two-year program for therapists. Desmond said […]
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FAMU offers counseling services to students affected by earthquake
Since the earthquake in Haiti, various organizations and schools within the university are finding ways to help with relief efforts. A free service that is often overlooked is the university’s counseling services. The office said they have seen a spike in visitations since the Haiti earthquake. Allison Lockard, the assistant […]
Brogan Museum exhibit showcases Haitian art
Original Haitian artwork, music, poetry, dance was showcased yesterday at the opening reception titled Night at the Museum: Haiti Benefit Showcase. The reception featured the personal art collection of Joseph Ducasse on the life, culture, and natural environment of the island and the Haitian people. The oil on canvas paintings […]
Underground artists overlooked
Boy Meets World, Fashawn (2009): This albumis arguably atypical artistry for an early 20-something.Fashawn, a Fresno, Ca., native serves as a shiningexample for his lyrically immature contemporaries tofollow. Ghostdini, Wizard of Poetry in EmeraldCity, Ghostface Killah (2009): Former Wu-Tang member, Ghostface Killah, demonstrates theimportance longevity in hip-hop in his seventh […]
Album sales drop during recession
After three back-to-back albums, DJ Khaled released his fourth, Victory. The album was released March 2 through E1 Music and Khaled’s own imprint, We The Best Music Group. Like his first three efforts, the Miami-based DJ’s album is filled with artists collaborations fans would adore. From Diddy to Miami’s up […]
Hip-Hop loses its identity
The release of rapper Nas’ 2006 album, Hip Hop is Dead, sparked an intriguing debate among hip-hop’s most avid followers. The artists’ proclamation was met with both concurrence and disdain. Some believe that hip-hop is not dead, but rather experiencing a change in rhythm. “I don’t think hip hop is […]
Bandidos Burrito Company restaurant review
Nestled under a billboard on the northern end of Lake Bradford Road hides Bandidos Burrito Company.Mostly frequented by Florida State University students, this eight-table restaurant boasts fresh ingredients and jam-packed burritos. Catering to the taste palate and appetite of college co-eds, this restaurant specializes in stretching the dollar.Bandidos is easy […]
College age men mature slowly
Young brothers these days might legally be adults, but mentally, they can not release the teet.From the hardworking blue-collar woman, to the independent and career-oriented, if there is one thing women have in common, it is their baffl ement with black men just not having their lives in order.Tamarah Hatcher […]
Co-ed roommates can live in harmony
When I lived alone in my two-bedroom apartment at Seminole Grand, I wascomfortable with rolling out of bed without worrying about putting on pantsand a shirt before opening my bedroom door and grabbing a big bowl of Cookie Crisp cereal.Now, I have a female roommate, so walking into the kitchen […]
National Kidney Foundation of Florida will host free screening
On Saturday, March 20, the National Kidney Foundation of Florida will host a free health screening for those at risk for kidney disease. Through the Kidney Early Evaluation Program (KEEP), citizens will be able to receive a free health screening including blood pressure measurement and blood and urine tests valued […]