Alcohol consumption has been shown to be an ongoing problem when referring to college students Excessive drinking is dangerous and in the long run can cause the body severe damage. Refraining from drinking or occasionally drinking is preferred. Drinking is going to happen, but the real […]
Month: October 2013
Sneakerheads vs. Hypebeast
The sneaker community is deteriorating rapidly by so-called “hypebeast.” These hypebeast are classified as individuals who only wear “hyped up” or popular shoes just to say they have them. Senior Communications major Joseph Polk said, “There is a status level that comes with purchasing shoes.” Unfortunately, this status comes with […]
The abominable illness: A fight for life
Many myths like “Breast cancer is contagious” or “Antiperspirants and deodorants cause cancer” float through communities worldwide as we fight the second leading cause of death in women next to heart disease, breast cancer. “Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant or cancerous cells form in the tissues of […]
If you knew better, you’d do better
Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “There is a time when silence becomes betrayal.” If you’re reading this, I’m asking you to wake up and open your mouths! I’m asking that all of us (myself included), truly examine some of the issues that are so rampant in our communities and […]
Panthers show no mercy against Mississippi Devils
In front of a sold out crowd the Prairie View A&M Panthers ended homecoming on a high note, by showing that the Devils would not hold them back, and beating Mississippi Valley 51-14. It was a perfect day for football, sun shining, temperatures in the low 60s, and screaming fans […]
Alphas rock homecoming step show
The annual Greek homecoming step show took place in the Baby Dome on Friday. The Greeks were able to represent their organizations and compete through step routines they made up. There was very minimal participation this year with only six organizations competing. However, it was still a great show with […]
Alumni,students watch homecoming parade together
Fans and alumni filled the streets early Saturday morning, showing their school spirit as they witnessed the annual Homecoming parade. The parade is one of the many traditional events held on campus to celebrate homecoming. George Wright served as this year’s Grand Marshal and also celebrated his 10th year as […]
Grambling football takes a stand
Grambling State University may have just thrown the first blow in the fight for justice and fair treatment of student athletes all across the nations. On Tuesday, Oct. 15 GSU football players met with administration to discuss condition with their athletic complex, equipment usage, travel arraignments, and overall funding for […]
Soccer sets record in 9-0 win over Alcorn State
Prairie View A&M let off of the gas pedal late in the second period in a 9-0 win over Alcorn State on Sunday afternoon, and the Lady Panthers still set a school scoring record under coach Abe Garcia against a Division 1 opponent. Prairie View A&M received scoring from all […]
Panthers tame Jaguars in close battle
The Lady Panthers fought hard for a 3-1 win over Southern University as the team attack percentage hit a high of .206 with three players registering kills in the double digits. Senior middle blocker Janette Batista and junior outside hitter Charae Caldwell hustled offensively, combining for 21 kills. Batista put […]