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Jan 20, 2018

Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration at NC state

David Tracey/ Staff Photographer Quote from Reverend James Lawson as part The “I Am A Man” virtual reality exhibit, on display at the African American Cultural Center. The exhibit runs from Jan. 10 through Feb. 6, found on the 2nd floor of Witherspoon Student Center. Yesenia Jones | Staff Writer The month of January encompasses many…

Nov 29, 2017

Mama Thorpe Reflects on Nubian Message

Toni ‘Mama’ Thorpe stands with a drum in front of the breakroom and former Nubian Message office in the African American Cultural Center Monday, Nov. 27. Thorpe returns to campus to celebrate the Nubian’s 25th anniversary.   Yesenia Jones | Staff Writer Toni Thorpe, who is affectionately called Mama Thorpe by those who know her, originally…

Nov 1, 2017

Conversation on Food Insecurity and Homelessness at NC State

Yesenia Jones | Correspondent On Friday, Oct. 27, students and staff gathered in Talley Ballroom to discuss the complex issues of food insecurity and homelessness over upcycled appetizers catered by RAVE. Some of the appetizers included apple and carrot latkes made from reclaimed apples from the farmers market and carrot peels from on campus kitchens. The…

Oct 18, 2017

¡Mi Quince! Mi Familia Celebrates 15 Years at NC State

Kaydee Gawlik/Staff Photographer Mi Familia held a Quincenera for the organization’s 15th year in the McKimmon Center from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Yesenia Jones | Correspondent On October 13, members from all academic disciplines and various racial backgrounds could be seen enjoying themselves on the dance floor while learning the steps to traditional Latin dances in celebration of…

Oct 4, 2017

Domestic Violence Awareness Month at NC State

Yesenia Jones | Correspondent The Women’s Center will commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month by hosting numerous events during October to raise awareness and create engaging conversations around domestic violence. Here are some of their featured events: Wednesday, October 18 Lunch and Learn: Domestic Violence in the South Asian Community Women’s Center | 12 p.m. – 1…

Sep 20, 2017

Illegal vs. Undocumented: Your Words Matter

Yesenia Jones | Correspondent As a member of the Latin Community and a second generation immigrant, I know all too well the sacrifices it takes to come to the United States. Luckily, my family was able to gain documentation upon their arrival; however, many immigrants are not as fortunate. Because the process of immigrating to the…