October 2005 marks more than 20 years that the National Breast Cancer Awareness Month has educated women, and present day men, about breast cancer. Most commonly associated with women, breast cancer incidences are steadily increasing from 1:20 in 1960 to 1:7 today. The American Cancer Society estimates that 211,000 new […]
Month: October 2005
Masturbation: sin or not?
This topic is definitely meant for every individual to read (Christian or not). The reader is just asked to understand the importance of a much debated issue. Maturity is a necessity in attempting to grasp the concept and material being presented about masturbation. With that being said, ask yourself if […]
Girl talk: Growing up gay and happy
As we all know we are different. We talk differently, we dress differently, and when it comes to living and loving could we possibly be any more different. However, as a result of fear and hatred sometimes the reasons for those differences are never explored or explained. That is until […]
Soul Survivor Pt. 1
My Name is:Chistopher Allen……and this is my story.“It all began in the fall of 2001. I just began my sophomore year at PV majoring in communications with a deep interest in music. I had dreams of hosting homecoming, bringing all types of music to the yard, and introducing other activities […]
What are the benefits?
Prairie View A&M University faculty and staff members were invited to a campus sponsored benefits fair last Wednesday. The Office of Human Resources sponsored the first annual benefits fair, geared to provide faculty and staff with information on the benefits they receive from the university. Becky Standlee, of the Office […]
Student arrested on campus faces counterfeiting charge
Frank Aluka Okwudili, a 30-year-old Prairie View A&M University student, is reportedly being held at the Waller County Jail after his arrest Oct. 12 at the University Village.According to Sergeant Frank Wallace of the University Police Department, as of now Okwudili faces one third degree felony charge of forging United […]
Students, administration tackle financial aid woes
A general assembly sponsored by the Student Government Association was held Oct. 17 in the A.I. Thomas Administration Building Auditorium to address concerns about continuing financial aid problems on campus. SGA President Oludaya Olusanya started the program by introducing Tracie Matthews, director of Student Financial Services. Matthews introduced herself and […]
PV True Life…”I’m a Lesbian
#8220;Please don’t ask me that…. the thought of being with a guy makes my stomach hurt,” said 17-year-old Antreace Marshall as she speaks about the openness of her homosexuality and reveals the rationale behind her alternative lifestyle. As the conversation begins she calmly sits back, looks to the ceiling, and […]
Fashion Fanatic:
Gals:Beads and BeltsBeads are the new trend that can brighten and complete any outfit. They should be simple and foiled. The beads should be worn when shirts are not formal.The best beads to buy are tones of golds or fall oriented colors. Remember, if bead colors are hard to find […]
20 Questions
1. Will homecoming be like Katrina and Rita? 2. Or will they name her hurricane Denise? 3. Who will not have an overpayment check by homecoming? 4. Can the people who have made all of the problems in financial aid be put on administrative leave without pay? 5. What girl […]