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Aug 29, 2008

Student leaders hope to increase leadership quality and accountability for new school year

With another year of school starting up, students all over campus are preparing to tackle the challenges of college life with the hopes they can improve from last year. Some of these students are preparing to address issues that not only affect themselves, but the student organizations that they lead with hopes that their organizations will have a hand in positively affecting, not only the students and faculty of NC State, but, their community as well.

Aug 29, 2008

This year, let’s get more involved

Last year was a good year, but this year has to be better. Last year was filled with many great programs and activities, especially in the African American community. However, as great as these programs were, not very many were as successful as they should have been. There is a great need for more participation from the African American community, particularly Black males, in the programs that are done for us. Last year had a great start, just like the start of this year, with many new freshmen willing to get involved in our organizations. But hopefully unlike last year, this willingness will not die off as the year progresses, leading to too many empty seats in programs, and clubs suddenly searching for lost members. There needs to be a change from last year, more Black students need to be actively working in their own community.

Aug 29, 2008

Friday Fest; a giant success

What does an event need to guarantee a big turn out? Just combine three elements; live entertainment, free food and close proximity and students are sure to pack the house. It's true especially when the location is right at Lee Field on campus, the free food includes everything from steak subs to funnel cake, and the main performer for the live entertainment is none other than 90s R&B male super group, Boyz II Men. This year, the Union Activities Board (UAB) used these elements to host their annual Friday Fest to an overwhelming success. In case you missed it and no one has truly broken down the details of the evening, here are some of the events' highlights and low lights.

Aug 29, 2008

African American Cultural Center Reading Room provides access and insight to African American literature

Do you know there is a reading room featuring a myriad of books by African American writers right here on campus? This is a very special room that has many readings from the African American race, and it is waiting for you to grace it with your presence.

Aug 29, 2008

Staying true to your passion

What is passion? The definition I found for the word passion in Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary is: "a moving of the mind or soul; excitement of the feelings, whether pleasing or painful; disturbance or agitation of mind caused by a specific exciting cause and manifested by some sensible effect on the body." Is there anything in life that excites you and makes you want to pursue it in an effort to better yourself and others around you? Whatever it is, please do not let go of your passion.

Aug 29, 2008

The Oil Cleansing Method

Clear, glowing healthy skin is a trait that many wish they could have. Some can achieve this characteristic without having to do much of anything. For some it is hard as they have tried everything from various facial cleansers to prescription medications. However there are many natural ways that could benefit your skin, thus making it clear and beautiful. One of the many natural ways that will be discussed is called the oil cleansing method.

Aug 29, 2008

Happier here or at home?

Despite common opinion, college life is not easy. There is the constant struggle of juggling academics, extra-curricular activities, a social life, and then, the ever-changing effects of being homesick. Initially, it's a sense of being out of place. All of your surroundings seem unfamiliar, causing a negative perception of the new experience. Studies have shown that not only is it quite common, but homesickness is a natural occurrence.

Jun 26, 2008

National Pan-Hellenic Council probates 101

It's finally probate Season at N.C. State and nearly each week since March neophytes from different organizations have been introduced to the yard in lines ranging in number from 3 to 11.

Jun 26, 2008

Inspiration From the Past

"By talking about the past, I think we can play a positive role in our future." said Ernest G. Green, of the Little Rock Nine in a lecture sponsored last Monday by the Society of African American Culture (SAAC) in conjunction with Pan-Afrikan Festival this year.

Jun 26, 2008

Bring It To the Runway!

Trend savvy, vivacious, and coordinated were just a few thoughts that came to mind at the opening of the Black Finesse Modeling Troupe's (BFMT) annual spring showcase last Monday evening in Stewart Theater.

Jun 26, 2008

The 38th Annual Pan-Afrikan Comedy Show

What better way to start off a Friday night than going out with your friends for a good laugh! I would say this show was a hit, people were laughing almost to the point of pain all through out the show. The crowd was live, hype, and very interactive with the comedians.

Jun 26, 2008

Gotta Have Chocolate!

Some studies have also observed a modest reduction in blood pressure and flow-mediated dilation after consuming approximately 100g of dark chocolate daily.