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Friday, April 19, 2024
J Cole is a platinum hip hop artist and a producer with spectacular musical talent and with a discography to backup my claim. Although he is considered one of the three leaders of the new school hip hop era, many believe his music is boring or bland. Many think his […]
The conclusion of the 2017 spring semester is drawing near and there’s nothing more thrilling than knowing that the next chapter of your life is about to begin. As a graduating senior, the reflection on the past years that I’ve attended Saint Augustine’s University is filled with setbacks as well […]
Internships are considered an important part of the college experience because, for all the learning in the classroom, practical experience is often the best way to learn. Saint Augustine’s University, like most colleges, requires an internship to graduate in all majors of study. Not only do internships give students a […]
Governor Roy Cooper has wasted little time making his presence felt after his narrow victory over former Governor Pat McCrory. With the recent repeal of the controversial HB2 bill that caused a backlash across the country, it’s safe to say that things are looking up for the citizens of North […]
President Donald J. Trump recently issued a temporary ban of travel against seven countries heavily rooted in Muslim faith. This action was taken by executive order and affects the following countries: Syria, Iraq, Iran, Yemen, Libya, Somalia and Sudan. The purpose of this ban, President Trump stated, is to “protect […]
After a long road of campaigns and advertisement from both parties, it was decision time for many Saint Augustine’s University students. On Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2016, beginning at 11 AM, many students, faculty and staff walked to the polls to cast their vote as part of Saint Augustine’s University’s Match to […]
With Election Day coming up in just a few days, many students at Saint Augustine’s University are still questioning whether it’s worth the trouble to register to vote, march to the polls and cast a ballot in the presidential race. I must admit that this has been the most unusual presidential election. […]
The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture held its grand opening on September 24, 2016 in Washington, D.C. After Thirteen years after being authorized to build, the 400,000-square-foot building was finally constructed on a five-acre site on the National Mall, close to the Washington Monument. Standing in […]
EDITOR’s NOTE: The Falcon Forum is publishing this op-ed on behalf of the Truth Initiative, a Washington, D.C.-based organization dedicated to “speaking, seeking and spreading the truth about tobacco.” Our generation—aka Generation Z—is faced with a shrinking middle class and high teen unemployment. We’re coming of age in a world […]
These days, many people think that historically black colleges and universities are not as relevant as they were when they came into existence over 100 years ago. In fact, many people believe that HBCUs should not only be for African Americans and should become more diverse. I say they are […]
