Amietee Foundjing, Staff Writer Of all the “can’t miss” events that take place during Morehouse College’s annual Founder’s Day Week the one event that seems to steal the spotlight every year is the Candle in the Dark Gala. Now, 30 years since its inception in 1989, current Gala executive chair Mr. Henry Goodgame promises “another…
Jair Hilburn, Editor-in-Chief Despite not hailing from the institution that he has had a love for since childhood, President David A. Thomas has dreams that he plans to become a reality while he is serving as the president of Morehouse College. When speaking at the Opening Convocation, Thomas informed the Morehouse community about how he plans…
Roderick Diamond II, Associate Sports Editor There are plenty of examples that show how crucial a positive mentor is to success. Oprah Winfrey was mentored by the late Maya Angelou. Benjamin Elijah Mays mentored our brother Martin Luther King Jr., and Ray Charles mentored Quincy Jones. These are all individuals that have had a global…
Shakim Muhafiz, Staff Writer The transition from high school to college is an exciting adventure, but it can also bring about a new world of challenges. With moving in and getting adjusted to a roommate, getting up for classes on time or just even balancing their time wisely, the growing pains are indeed there. The…
Isaiah Johnson, Managing Editor Each year, Morehouse College welcomes a new group of bright and intellectual students to its campus. New students arrive a week in advance to participate in New Student Orientation week (NSO for short). It is a jam-packed week filled with laughter, tears and love from both parents and new students. For…
Corbin Chube, Staff Writer As homecoming season quickly approaches, students of the Atlanta University Center prepare for an enjoyable weekend full of excitement, entertainment, and fun. Alumni and even some celebrities make returning a priority to reminisce over their glory days at their adored alma maters. From music concerts, to fashion shows and parades,…
Amietee Fuondjing, Staff Writer Administrative newcomer Said Sewell has already made his presence felt across campus for the short while he has been here. Through his energizing e-mails and his cheery attitude that translates to a friendly face on campus, he has become the spark Morehouse needed that the school lacked in the vice…
Sydney Goggans, Staff Writer As classes are starting to get harder and the study sessions start to pile up, there is something that the AUC community can look forward to during this time of year: Homecoming. SpelHouse is approaching and many events for the students will be full of fun, laughter and joy. Throughout…
Brycen Saunders, Arts & Entertainment Editor Since its inception last year by former Spelman student, Eboni Ellis, the Women in Hip-Hop Collective at Spelman College has been dedicated to redefining women’s roles in the industry. Created out of a lack of representation with women in Hip-Hop at Spelman, the organization wanted to create a safe…
By Roderick Diamond II Martin Luther King Jr.’s 90th birthday would have been on January 15. Ever since his death in 1968, his life and legacy have been carried on by loved ones, friends and institutions all across the world. His alma mater, dear ole Morehouse, holds several events surrounding the King Holiday yearly….
