Image via Spelman College By: Erinn Gardner, Staff Writer Sisters Chapel is a central component of campus life and identity at Spelman College. The space is used for a wide array of functions, and Dr. Joyce Johnson has played an integral role in maintaining the Chapel’s distinguished esteem and image. While many students know her…
Images by Kamahl Grant Written By: Evan Spann, Features Writer Kamahl Grant, a senior mathematics major and economics minor from Gwinnett County, Georgia, is the first-place winner of the 2023 Target HBCU Design Challenge for his artwork, “Twin.” Officially released in Target stores on January 21, 2024, the “Twin” design is imprinted on sweaters and…
Image via Jordan Rose Written By: Evan Spann, Features Writer Ssuuna McKitty dreamed about acting in movies and television shows since he was a kid. The Chicagoan manifested this dream into a reality. McKitty released his first official trailer for his “It’s Our Time” project on October 7, 2023. He directed, wrote,…
Image by Freddrell Green By: Freddrell Green, Staff Writer Spelman Alumna Kerri-Ann T. Thomas ‘10 always knew that she wanted to pursue a career tailored to social justice. This would be accomplished through her mentorship with first-year Morehouse students Elijah McLean, Francis DeSilva, and Corey Lewis, first-year Spelman student Kaliya Springer, and first-year…
Image by Willie C. Bolton By: Freddrell Green, Staff Writer From the seats of East Friendship Baptist Church, Rev. James Kendrick ‘54 has been regarded as a wise and spiritual figure whose sermons spark religious enlightenment. His sermon style is unique in that it is refined by the educational experience and exposure he has…
Image via Sunshine and Sunrise, picture from Nov. 8. at the program graduation alongside Ronald Sampson, Dr. Felicia Stewart, The Smiths, and the four new McNificent Men who just graduated, and more. By: Justin Darden, News Editor There have now been three successful graduating classes of Morehouse College students who have participated in…
By: Evan Spann, Features Writer As of Sept. 25, The Maroon Tiger and Spelman College Alumna, Lore Harvin ‘23 works for leading entertainment and news company NBCUniversal as a member of the Page Program. The NBCUniversal Page Program is a rotational early career development program that exposes talented cohorts to the media industry based…
Image by Erinn Gardner By: Erinn Gardner, Staff Writer On Oct. 20 Everett Dixon, professionally known as Nian Blaque, released a Halloween-inspired single titled “Out for Blood”. The 2011 Morehouse alumnus was beyond thrilled to release this piece of art, as it stands as the first song he has dropped for the world…
Image by Freddrell Green By: Freddrell Green, Staff Writer Despite the contempt for African-American culture, many people show love for its rich history and distinction. This type of love is shown by George Sedberry, a renowned social media influencer who uses his TikTok and Instagram accounts to post videos highlighting African-American…
Image via Charles Bouille By: Freddrell Green, Staff Writer For generations, Morehouse College has been dedicated to developing disciplined minds who will lead lives of leadership and service. Those same principles are what drive prospective students to thrive at Morehouse. For Morehouse Alumnus Grant Bennett ‘20, these ideals and culture have stuck with…
