Alexander Gumby is a man of wisdom, intellect, knowledge and creativity. He has proudly displayed his scrapbook in the library of Columbia University for 50 years and now Prairie View A&M University is also a proud collector of this one of a kind African American treasure. Alexander Gumby demonstrates creativity […]
Month: October 2004
Panther Pastime
1. Step off a curb with your eyes shut. Imagine it’s a cliff. To get any benefit out of this one, you have to have a good imagination. Don’t step off immediately, build up to the jump. Study the ravine below. Feel the winds at that altitude. Step off and […]
Touch the Sky Bar
Are you looking for a party spot, where mature and sexy adults venture? Welcome to the Sky Bar, formerly known as Cody’s. The Sky Bar is an elegant club where you can mingle with some professional business people. Even if you’re looking for some time to socialize, with that special […]
Homecoming kicked off with praising
Homecoming was here again last week for Prairie View Panthers. The homecoming festivities began on Sunday, Oct. 17. With the Gospel Explosion starting everything off, students looked forward to a successful homecoming.On Sunday, the university gathered promptly at 6 p.m. to celebrate their love for God. Surprisingly, there were a […]
The true essence behind faith, history and definition
In many religious settings you quite frequently hear the word “faith” used. Throughout churches and synagogues faith is preached as a basic fundamental element for spirituality. Many of us are encouraged to have faith when something bad has happened, when we want a good grade in class, or even when […]
How is your self-esteem?
According to Webster’s Dictionary, self-image is defined as one’s conception of oneself or one’s role. How do you feel about your self? Do you try to cover up your poor conception of yourself with other things? Or have you learned to love yourself for who you are? Nowadays it’s easy […]
Are good men hard to find?
Where are all the good black men?” Haven’t we all heard this question asked many times throughout our lives? African American women of today’s society seem to feel that there is a shortage of respectable black men. Why? Have we produced a generation of disrespectful, unmannered men who do not […]
What is self-esteem?
Self esteem is the opinion you have of yourself. It is based on your attitude to the following:*Your value as a person *The job you do *Your achievements *How you think others see you *Your purpose in life *Your place in the world *Your potential for success *Your strengths and […]
Who’s UCFL’s badest: Bad News or Bad Boys?
The UCFL, University College Football League, is beginning to wind down toward the end of its first season. Last week on Thursday, Oct 21, the teams played to decide who gets to play in the championship game. A couple of these games were truly the battle of the best. Two […]
WE WON!!!!!
If you are a current Prairie View A&M student, and you aren’t at least a little excited about the 2004 Panther football team, there is definitely something wrong. Prairie View head football coach Henry Frazier III is accomplishing so much in his first year on the hill that it’s hard […]