The debate of education versus skill began with two of the most influential leaders in black history, W.E.B. Du Bois and Booker T. Washington. Booker T. Washington believed that with the development of a skill or professional trade, it would equal a higher social standing and acknowledgement from whites. Washington […]
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Sexual assaults in recent weeks raise concern
A recent series of rape incidents raises concerns for the safety of Winston-Salem State University students. According to a February report in the Winston-Salem Journal from Jan. 1, 2006, to Feb. 12, 2006, there were 21 reports of rape. For the same period this year, 23 reports of rape have […]
WSSU’s bookstore has you covered
It’s fresh, it’s new, and it’s priced just right for you. The school bookstore is now offering brand-new university apparel at prices students can appreciate. With new colors, more variety and great new logos, the new fashions are sure to be a hit. Many people regard the school bookstore as […]
Sistah Souljah speaks her mind at WSSU
Renowned hip-hop-generation author and activist Sistah Souljah is a woman of many words whose knowledge covers everything from politics to culture and business. Her wisdom transcends sexism, racism and educational boundaries as she transforms the next generation through her skills as a recording artist and film producer. On Feb. 12, […]
More changes coming to WSSU
Winston-Salem State University is growing and changing rapidly. The constant construction on campus is hard to miss for many. Soon, the area known as “The Pit” will add to the new campus developments. The Pit will break ground when it is transformed into an outdoor recreational facility for students and […]
Terry Hines joins the Department of Athletics
Terry Hines has been named Associate Athletics Director for External Affairs at Winston-Salem State University. The announcement was made Feb. 8 by WSSU Director of Athletics, Dr. Chico Caldwell. Hines was most recently the Associate Athletics Director for Major Gifts at the University of Kansas. At WSSU he will be […]
Angelou lends support to ‘Words of Wisdom’ contest
Alltel Wireless has partnered with Dr. Maya Angelou for the second annual “Words of Wisdom” essay contest. In celebration of Black History Month and the 50th anniversary of the Little Rock Nine’s integration of Central High School in Little Rock, Ark., Alltel Wireless and Angelou have announced the second annual […]
Fee hikes concern WSSU students
#8220;Tuition increases” and “fee hikes” are two phrases that college students nationwide do not like to hear or read about – especially if it concerns them. This is also true for the students at Winston-Salem State University. Recently, WSSU students learned that several fees they pay have increased. The Athletic […]
The Power of Sports
The critical analysis of the power of sports could without difficulty have been titled “The Lack of the Power of Sports.” This becomes especially relevant when one takes a close look at athletes like Muhammad Ali, John Carlos, and Tommie Smith who demonstrated historical self-respect in the 60s, and compares […]
From the Editor:
On Feb. 8, Anna Nicole Smith, 39, died at a South Florida hospital after being discovered unconscious in her hotel room. And quite frankly, the media has had a lack of reverence for her death. Television coverage of the former Playboy Playmate and Guess model and reality TV star’s death […]