Photo by Ron Thomas By Colin Royal, Editor-in-Chief CHICAGO – As soon as Barack Obama walked on stage, all you could hear was the roar of the crowd. Everyone gave the former president a standing ovation as he prepared to give Tuesday’s closing keynote speech at the Democratic National Committee. Obama opened his…
Photo by Colin Royal By Jackson Perez Greenleaf, Staff Writer CHICAGO — Former First Lady Michelle Obama delivered an impassioned speech at the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday night, calling for a return to the foundational values that shaped her upbringing and urging Americans to support the Democratic ticket of Vice President Kamala Harris…
Photo by Colin Royal By Colin Royal, Editor in Chief of the Maroon Tiger CHICAGO – As Chicago prepared for the Democratic National Convention, the city was in an uproar. Protesters marched in front of Grant Park to advocate for abortion rights, queer and trans liberation, and the end to conflict in Gaza. One of…
Photo by Jackson Perez Greenleaf By Jackson Perez Greenleaf, Staff Writer CHICAGO – Protesters marched down Michigan Avenue in downtown Chicago Sunday night less than 12 hours before the 2024 Democratic National Convention began. About 125 committed people amplified a growing movement that intertwines the fight for Palestinian liberation with the struggle for reproductive…
Photo by Jordan Turner, C3 Member By Elijah Megginson, Managing Editor of Print The final night of New Student Orientation (NSO) for Morehouse’s incoming class became an extremely controversial night as activist Shaun King delivered a polarizing message during their Spirit Night. King left the class of 2028 perplexed during their final day…
Image: Julia Beverly/Getty Images By: Freddrell Green, Staff Writer As the Democratic National Convention approaches, all eyes are on vice president Kamala Harris, who is on track to potentially be the first ever black woman to become President of the United States. The excitement and anticipation surrounding her campaign was noticeable at her…
Image via By SeMaj Musco, Staff Writer CHICAGO – Historically, the National Association of Black Journalists have given presidential candidates from both major political parties a platform at its convention. The goal is to have an informed discussion in a room filled with the top Black journalists and media professionals in the country. …
Image via: Kollin Washington, Morehouse Alumni By Colin Royal, Editor in Chief Dr. David Thomas has served as president of Morehouse College for the last seven years. The current students of Morehouse were brought in during his tenure, and they will see him off as he transitions into his new position. He has announced…
Image via Kollin Washington, Morehouse Alumni By Colin Royal, Editor in Chief Morehouse President—David Thomas— has just announced that he will be stepping down. Today, Thomas sent out a mass email to students informing them that he will no longer serve as the college’s president. He stated that his resignation will become effective…
Image by: MCNAA By: Elijah Megginson Managing Editor In Print Many HBCU students have experienced the nightmare of waiting hours in long lines for the financial aid office. Seeking tuition can often be a hassle for many students, Still, if students are diligent in their scholarship pursuits early on, it can make all the…
