A Rising Star
Committed, focused, hilarious, and leaving everything on the stage, are perfect descriptions of the super-talented actor, Nicholas Lewis. Born and raised in Houston, TX, he is a 2005 graduate of Sterling High School and former drama student of the multiple UIL One Act Play State Award-winning Theater Educator/ Director Yvonne Dupree. When Nicholas was Ms. […]
A Footballer Leaving His Mark
“I just always loved the sport of football,” said Madison High School senior Chase DeVaughn, also known as “The Ticket” by friends and family, who has been playing football for as long as he can remember. In fact, his name “The Ticket” was earned through his great work ethic and dedication as people saw him […]
Howard University 1st Rugby plays in Houston
Howard University (HU) is known for being a pioneer for many firsts, so it was no surprise that HU would be the first HBCU with a Women’s Rugby Team. Howard Rugby Captain and Co-Founder Takunda Ruskie stated, “Our program gives an inclusive space for current and future generations of Black Women Athletes to play Rugby. […]
Shape Community Center presents the 44th Annual Pan – African Festival
African Dancers, African Clothes, African food, and plenty of African Culture was the theme of the 44th Annual Pan-African Cultural Festival. There were fun activities for every age. The kids enjoyed bounce house, face painting, lawn scrabble, and other activities. We also enjoyed yoga, raffles, African dance lessons, drum circle, and panel discussions. One of […]
History in the Making
President Joe Biden announced his selection for the Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman. Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr., an exceptional fighter pilot with extensive knowledge of China, has been chosen for this significant role, making history. If Brown wins confirmation, it will make African Americans the majority in the Pentagon’s top military and civilian […]
The New HISD
I first want to start off this piece by saying that I have a lot of respect for former HISD Superintendent Millard House II and the amazing HISD staff and faculty for all the great work they have done. Superintendent House accepted his role with a great challenge before him, and what he did in […]
America, Do You Feel Safe?
When any society has more guns in civilian hands than citizens, that society is in big spiritual trouble. Moreover, when military-style weapons are sold to civilians across the counter we are in double damn trouble. When school children are not safe in schools, and fear attending schools, we are in a paranoid state of existence. […]
Welfare and the Black Household
Has Welfare crippled or destroyed Black families? Welfare was initially created to help those in need. At least that is what the definition tells us. It was in 1935 that Welfare was created under President Franklin D. Roosevelt, who was primarily focused on creating jobs for those unemployed individuals. He also supported governmental aid for […]
RICH BLACK, POOR BLACK
Photo credit: Tayo, Jr Book illustration by Rachel Motley Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, and Thought Leader Luke Lawal, Jr., best known for founding the social platform HBCU Buzz, a community connected on what’s happening across HBCU campuses around the country, while giving audiences the opportunity to share a common interest, has made a great name for himself. Lawal will add to […]
A Military Experience
Annually, we celebrate National Military Appreciation month each May to honor those serving in the military and to thank them for their dedication, bravery, and efforts to do their duties for the country. “I chose to serve to do my part in helping my people and keeping them safe,” said 19-year-old Intelligence Analyst Specialist Kaveon […]
