2008 Woodie Awards
The Scott Dozier parking lot is not only in the center of the Norfolk State University campus, but it is the center of everyone's attention. At the end of the 2007 spring semester, numerous parking spots were sacrificed to start the becoming of, what was then, an anonymous building.
Shop with a Passion this Holiday in Virginia -Ten Tips for Enjoyable, Stress-free Gift Buying Getaways- Richmond, Va. - If the mad rush of the holiday gift-buying season has you singing Blue Christmas, never fear. Virginia, the state that's for lovers, shopping lovers especially, has ten tips to help people add some passion to their holiday shopping with enjoyable, stress-free gift buying getaways.
New Semester, what's going on around campus for students to participate in? It is said that Norfolk State University's Student Activities is the foundation and source of most of the entertainment and events that take place on campus. From poetry nights to the lock ins, they provide students with somewhat of an escape from the stress of classes, finals and homework.
If you take a look at the schedule book for Spring 2008, you would notice there are only seven journalism courses offered compared to the 19 mass communications courses. Which leads to the question, "Where is the journalism in the Mass Communications and Journalism department?" In a recent interview with the Department Head for Mass Communications & Journalism, Wanda G.
Felix E. Nwokeabia Jr. (second from left) won a $5000 scholarship at the Writers of Passage contest held during the National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education (NAFEO) conference in Washington, D.C. Essay writers had to tell a compelling story about overcoming obstacles.
Evening classes, walking to the café, or walking to a friend's dorm. These are some of the reasons students may walk on campus at night. After the recent violent events that occurred on college campuses such as Norfolk State University, Virginia Tech, and Delaware State University, many students and parents are increasingly concerned for the safety of students and staff on campus.
The Global Affairs program at Norfolk State University has changed its name and broadened its field of study. The program's name has been changed to International Education and Global Initiatives. The International Education and Global Initiatives program began October 1, and it coordinates and directs all international activities and programs at NSU, including study abroad.
Norfolk State University openly stands in the midst of the busy city of Norfolk. The Student Government Association sponsored "Big Brother, Big Sister" program aims to give back to the city that birthed Norfolk State. Big Brother, Big Sister is a mentorship program designed to serve the community on and off campus.
Due to open in February of 2008, the new Norfolk State University Police Station has caused mixed feelings among many Norfolk State students. The building which is currently under contruction in the Norfolk Community Hospital parking lot has eliminated over sixty parking spaces, and is inconveniencing some students.
On Wednesday November 7 at 11a.m. in the L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center, a Community Forum was held. The forum, which was entitled Spartan Healthy Fitness Initiative; Get Fit, Get Moving consisted of three panelist. The Forum was held in hopes to educate students as well as faculty members on the importance of a good diet and exercise.
The word excites people on both sides of the debate, those who see it as a sacred rite of passage and those who view it as a barbaric form of torture. Hazing incidents have occurred recently at Jackson State, Florida A&M and Southeast Missouri State universities, all involving black students.
The third floor of Norfolk State University's Mills E. Godwin student center is a hotbed of activity on any given afternoon. At the heart of this activity lies the Student Government Association office, in which a young woman is in the middle of a phone call with a faculty member.
In 2004, Norfolk State University was introduced to Ahmad Durant-Bey. A native of Temple Hills, Maryland, Ahmad rose to the forefront of the poetry circuit at Norfolk State, as well as other venues in the Hampton Roads area. With his eyes set on the future, however, Ahmad or better known in the poetry world as "Da Silencer," took a step back from performing last year to focus on his future.
On Thursday, October 4th, there was a forum/fashion show regarding tips on how one should dress in a business setting, more specifically, an interview. The event was held in the Mills E. Godwin Student Center in Ballrooms A, B, and C. Dillard's, SGA, and Norfolk State University Career Services sponsored the event.
Have you ever wanted to go out and have fun, but when you opened your wallet, you only had $2.00? You have probably had this happen to you more than once. Well, here are just a few of the places that you can attend and things you can do for $5.00 or less.
"This is the guy that Donald Trump should be asking for advice or a job," said Norfolk State University alumni Ernest Hodge during his introduction of renowned entrepreneur R. Donahue Peebles. Peebles, whom is a chairman and chief executive officer of the Peebles Corporation,the largest African American owned real estate development firm in the country, spoke to about 300 students and faculty Thursday September 27 at 12:30 in the Douglas L.
Over 50 NSU students came together Thursday night in the Mills. E. Godwin Student Center to express their thoughts, give intellectual comments, and share knowledge with one another on topics that the average student deals with on a regular basis. The seminar's panel consisted of Michael Babb, junior class president, Nneka Anazia, junior class vice president, Alonza Brown and Kris Sibbaluca, members of the Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Inc.
SGA President Keisha Kirkland opened the candlelight vigil in front of the Douglas L. Wilder Performing Arts Center for the six star football players of Jena High School, who are charged being charged with aggravated second degree battery as adults in Jena, La.
About 50 of Norfolk State University's staff, faculty and students came together to inform, campaign and raise money for the Jena Six controversy on Tuesday evening outside of the Mills E. Godwin Student Union Building. In September 2006, the racial tensions within the small town of Jena, Louisiana erupted.
For most of us, a new semester means a new wardrobe...the latest jeans coupled with the latest sneakers and last but not least...the tops. However along with gas prices, clothes prices seem to be higher. So…how do you stay fresh without becoming broke? Because being cute on the first day of class looks cool.
On Friday,October 26, Echols gym was about half full with Norfolk State University students waiting for the 2007 "Stomping on the Yard" homecoming step show. The gym was hot and the crowd grew impatient as New Jersey's own DJ Nix in the Mix kept the music flowing until the show began.
On Oct. 14 at 7 p.m, five men and seven women Spartans competed for the title of Mr. and Miss Norfolk State University at the Scholarship Pageant held in the L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center. Hosted by six NSU students, the event rocked the crowd from start to finish.
The NSU Spartan Legion took on the Marching Force of HU down at Echols Hall on Oct. 12th. The anticipation for this event was high as the majority of the building was packed before the battle even began. To open up the event, NSU's step team performed routines dedicated to the troops currently at war and some of the sororities here on campus.
There's a nonstop ringing noise in your ear and you are getting frustrated because it just won't stop. Then, suddenly you bolt upright from your position under the covers with the pillow over your ears. You slam your hands on top of the alarm clock so that it would stop.
One ball….One club….One mission, every sense Tiger Woods became one of the biggest golfers in the world. I wanted to conquer the world of golf. I played it online, brought the video game and fantasized about becoming a professional golfer. I am too cheap to purchase golf equipment and too lazy to venture to an actual golf course.
I know that most of you are planning on pigging out Thursday just because it's Thanksgiving. If you're like me, you might even be going from house to house just to get another plate. However, Thanksgiving can be a healthy holiday if you make it one. Realistically, if you aren't trying to gain 20 pounds in one day, there are a few tips you need to follow this holiday season.
Hip Hop began in the 80s as a form of expression for young black youths, borrowing different elements and styles to create their own culture. Today Hip Hop is arguably the biggest, most influential culture in the United States. With much debate on the way Hip Hop has evolved, many wonder if Hip Hop's influence on the youth is a gift or a curse.
On a sunny spring day, a number of Norfolk State students gathered in the picnic area outside of Dick Price Stadium to celebrate "Unity Day". "Be sure to tune in to Rap City on BET," said DJ Vince, giving a brief intermission between spinning songs on his turntable.
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