Opinion

Feb 8, 2024

Marginalized Communities in Elections

Image from Creative Commons   Election years are always difficult, to say the least. Politicians attempt to convince people of all backgrounds, interests and priorities that they are on “the peoples” side. In politics, catering to those in power is common as that is where the money often lies. However, neglecting marginalized groups will ultimately…

Nov 30, 2023

Critique on Capitalism

Capitalism is built on inequality, social corruption and human greed. Capitalism can be defined as ““an economic or political system in which a country’s trade and industry are controlled by private owners for profit.” This system runs our politics and economy. Many aspects of our society are also influenced by capitalism. Many of us are…

Nov 30, 2023

Celebrating the Journey of Black Grief

Grief has become something of an old friend of mine. I am well versed in the matters of grief and the toll it takes on someone. It is something that many Black people are accustomed to. Grief is an inevitable part of the human experience. However, I believe that there is an extra part of…

Nov 30, 2023

Black Artists and the Grammys

The 66th Annual Grammy Awards are approaching and guess who is missing from nominations once again? Black artists. While this no longer comes as a shock to many, it’s extremely disheartening when “music’s biggest night” fails to properly recognize the hard work and talent of Black artists. As explained by Complex, maybe it’s on us…

Nov 30, 2023

Nubian Suggestions: Nov. 30, 2023

Original Movie Poster Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (2023) Alianna Kendall-Brooks | Staff Writer Eight years after the epic conclusion of “The Hunger Games” trilogy, the series is back with a gripping prequel, “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.” Set 64 years before the first novel, the latest installment…

Nov 16, 2023

What’s Up with Boycott Fatigue?

Due to the recent Israel-Palestine conflict, there has been a call to boycott companies such as Starbucks, McDonalds, Disney and Puma. But people online are claiming they have ‘boycott fatigue,’ meaning that after three weeks of boycotting, people have begun purchasing from these companies again due to what seems like a lack of instant gratification. …

Nov 16, 2023

Where’s The Budget for CHASS?

If you’re an NC State student, you’re likely well aware of how integral the STEM departments are to the university. The College of Engineering always has new additions, whether it be another building, classroom or career fair. There are also numerous additions to the science and mathematics programs. Every time there’s a new project on…

Nov 16, 2023

Critique on American Surveillance

The United States of America has an extensive history of overstepping the privacy rights of its citizens. This history shows a pattern of creating laws that allegedly protect American citizens when in reality, they legalize the country’s ample surveillance. Publicly and privately, the government has built a plethora of invasive surveillance tools to use at…

Nov 16, 2023

Embracing the Afro

In the realm of Black hair, the afro has long been a symbol of political defiance and unapologetic pride. However, in a conversation with Jayden McLean, a second-year majoring in Criminology and Psychology, it becomes evident that the narrative surrounding afros is evolving. Rather than just a political statement, the afro is transitioning into an…

Nov 16, 2023

Nubian Suggestions: Nov. 16, 2023

  Original Album Cover Renaissance by Beyoncè (2022)  Nadia Hargett | Staff Writer In the summer of 2022, the larger-than-life iconic performer, Beyoncé, released her latest album “Renaissance.” It made waves throughout the music industry. The Critically acclaimed project carries an unapologetically Black and queer narrative that truly solidified Beyoncé’s status in the music world…

Nov 2, 2023

Speak Up About Race

Does it ever feel like white people are scared to talk about race? Is there an unspoken belief that people outside of a certain race cannot partake in conversations about other races? I’m here to say, don’t be scared. Cancel culture has created an atmosphere of judgment and quick consequences, instilling fear in those discussing…

Nov 2, 2023

Mental Health on Campus

Image from Creative Commons Alright y’all, let’s talk about mental health. Over the past few years, mental health has become a more prevalent topic in society. Last year was particularly hard for some of us but NC State has now implemented some amazing programs to help with the mental health of students. College is stressful…