Phi Beta Lambda, the largest student business organization in the world, continued its quest to produce better prepared students for the professional world in a “Dress for Success” Fashion Show. The event, hosted by Professor Dewaynna Cates and Dr. Lawrence McNeil, was held Thursday evening in Hobart Taylor. As members […]
Month: September 2009
PPHD promotes safe sex among students
Panthers Promoting Healthy Decisions (PPHDs), brought students together to discuss the dos and don’ts when having sexual intercourse, during their “SEX 101” seminar on Sept. 23 in the new science building. Students from all classifications came out and showed their interest in learning tips on practicing safe sex. Peer-Lead Educator […]
Producing productive people
Recently, Prairie View A&M University students elected their senators for the Student Government Association. This writer would like to congratulate those individuals elected by their peers to represent them. But, let it be known, the real work starts now. Campaigning may have been difficult, but the real challenge is representing […]
Sigma Tau Theta welcomes new members
Sigma Tau Theta introduced the student body to members of their organization during their “Welcomm 2009,” Sept. 23 in Hilliard Hall. The “Welcomm” is a mixer that Sigma Tau Theta created to unite all mass communication majors. Founded in 1999, they have established themselves as one of the leading fraternities […]
Don’t be a jerk: Anger Management 101
When we get passed on the freeway by an ignorant driver and that four letter word goes across your brain and in some cases comes out of your mouth, do you ever catch yourself and think about why you are getting upset? Anger, as a noun, is defined by a […]
“Im gonna live forever
It all begins with a dream but who will work the hardest to fulfill that dream? This 1980 film remake is based on selected students of New York City High School for Performing Arts. Students of many different talents come together to showcase and improve their talents with other talented […]
Over $32 million donated during campaign
Prairie View A&M University raised over $32 million during its first capital campaign with the support of the alumni association and several corporations and foundations. Originated in 2002, the capital campaign was designed to raise $30 million for the university. By creating a system of private donations from state and […]
Prairie View “Goes Green” with recycling program
This fall semester, Prairie View A&M University’s Student Government Association (SGA) revealed its new “Go Green” initiative to students across the campus. The “Go Green” Initiative is a simple, environmentally sound program that is designed to create a culture of environmental responsibility on campuses throughout the United States. SGA President […]
Al Capone’s Wisconsin hideout for sale
WAUSAU, Wis. – The buyer of a scenic property in northern Wisconsin will get more than just its bar and restaurant: They’ll have a former hideout of Chicago mobster Al Capone. The 407-acre wooded site, complete with guard towers and a stone house with 18-inch-thick walls, will soon go on […]
Medical marajuana law creates confusion in Wash.
SEATTLE – In one corner of Washington state, a 62-year-old rheumatoid arthritis patient could face more than eight years in prison for growing marijuana for himself and three others. In Seattle, meanwhile, a collection of grow operations serves 2,000 people with little interference from police. The discrepancy is typical of […]