It’s amazing how our society seems to always be in search of adapting the next fashion craze. But what happens when the next trend involves rosary beads in a necklace? Has Jesus become the newest accessory to an outfit? Of course emulating the cultural aspect, of one’s lifestyle can be seen as sign of gratitude. […]
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The sin we’re in
Could you fathom being a student at a Historically Black University where your peers think of you as an outlandish person who shouldn’t have basic human rights and is destined for hell? These thoughts are based on approximately six scriptures in the Bible. 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 says, “Do you not know that the wicked will […]
AKAS hold walk-a-thon
If you decided to take an early walk on Grambling’s track Saturday March 19 you would have noticed a lot of pink and green as the Alpha Theta chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha hosted their first Kidney Awareness Walk-a-thon.Saturday morning members of Alpha Theta and supporters of the cause walked the track for one purpose […]
Hating Islam won’t take you to heaven
Too many Americans indulge in hatred hors d’oeurves. These prejudices come in diverse forms, sex, gender, class, race, ability, geographic region, political affiliation, socioeconomic status, size, sexual orientation, nationality and religion. There are nearly as many isms as there are people who loathe others for their lifestyles. In a country supposedly founded on religious freedoms […]
We have different beliefs; can’t we all just coexist?
Peace, love and happiness are three values that are cornerstones to anyone’s religion, but at times it seems like everyone is at each other’s throats. I will proudly proclaim that I am a Christian of the Baptist persuasion. However, I am not as closed minded as many in my faith. When dealing with matters of […]
A Closer Look
Meddling, seems to be the American people’s biggest pastime. Neighbors in their quest for a safe neighborhood take on the task of being “eagle eye” from the closed blinds of the living room. Unsavory characters and unknown cars are quickly snuffed out by suburban familiarity. These are just simple acts of the country’s nature to […]
The truth about homosexuality in the Bible
Over the past few weeks there has been a lot of talk about homosexuality and the Bible. There has been misinterpretation of scripture and taking scripture out of context to benefit others biased view points toward homosexuality. So let us learn a few ways to interpret the bible. They include literal, critical and metaphysical comprehension. […]
AKAs host Healthy Heart Drive
The ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority are endeavoring to live up to their motto of Global Leadership Through Timeless Service. GSU’s AKAs held a healthy heart drive and provided students with fact sheets, free blood pressure testing on the yard during the lunch hours of March 10. Clad in their signature pink and green, […]
Disasters devastate Japan
RIKUZENTAKATA, Japan – The elderly couple fled their home on foot as the warning sirens blared. But they could not keep up with their neighbors and fell behind as the tsunami rushed in.Nearly a week later, 71-year-old Taeko Kanno and her husband are still missing. “I think there is no hope,” said Katsuo Maiya, Kanno’s […]
Students elected officers at conference
At Grambling State University, students are required to do community service, since it is part of the criteria for graduation. Many students are not aware of groups or societies that they can join, which will enable them to get involved in community service. At GSU there are several groups which students can join which will […]