Valentine's Day

Feb 17, 2022

Elikem’s Corner: Ain’t Nothing Better Than You

You were among the first pages of a new chapter  A catalyst for change A breath of fresh air Forcing breath into my lungs Because baby, You are the breath in my lungs,  The air that I need  Filling me with warmth and life  With just enough to feed my desire for more  More life,…

Feb 14, 2019

For the Loners on V-Day: Life is More than Love

When you are surrounded by thousands of people who you share studenthood with, it almost feels like an obligation to not be alone. Human connection is happening all around us, and our own fears about being alone can turn our state of being alone, into loneliness. And on a day like Valentine’s Day, when you feel like you can’t escape PDA, the color pink and every other physical embodiment of love, being single makes you feel like you’re missing out.

Feb 14, 2018

This Is for the Lovers: A Valentine’s Day Playlist

Shawn Fredericks | Staff Writer Valentine’s Day is here so I thought I would throw together a little playlist for the couples out there who’re navigating college and love. This playlist features mostly newer music with some oldies to spice up the flow a little bit. Please enjoy this mixture of vibes as all celebrate love…

Feb 14, 2017

Valentine’s Day Playlist

Kai Anthony | Staff Writer It’s that time of year again when you get those butterflies in your stomach. It’s time for the fellas to put on the pink polo with the white forces and for the ladies to put on that cute black mini dress. It’s the only day you’re expected to be bae’d…

Feb 7, 2017

Happy Valentine’s Day from men of color at NCSU

Feb 7, 2017

Letter from the editor: Love letter to men of color

Dear men of color, In a time where our country is more divided than ever we are approaching a day that celebrates love. Valentine’s Day is often painted as a transactional holiday, one where we give gifts in exchange for love. This Valentine’s Day I am writing to tell you how much you are loved…

Feb 7, 2017

Kenton’s Corner: Mind Ya Business: Major Keys to Happiness on Valentine’s Day

Kenton Gibbs | Staff Writer   They say comparison is the thief of joy. I think the old adage is true in all aspects of life but especially with one’s love life. This Valentine’s Day you can avoid arguments and keep yourself a little happier by focusing on what you have and not worrying about…

Feb 7, 2017

Spend Valentine’s Day watching movies with black love

Vlad Urena  | Correspondent February is known for many different things, and Valentine’s Day is one of them. Whether you’re single or you’re mingling, you can’t escape love as the fourteenth comes closer. One of the many ways that we celebrate the holiday is through watching different kinds of romantic movies. However, most of the…

Feb 7, 2017

Ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day on campus

Penny Lawrence | Correspondent True extravagant romance comes with finding adventure together: adventure in the world, heart, and mind. Doing that on a college campus can be daunting, but not impossible. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, some of those who want to celebrate the special day are trying to find this magical thing…