One family’s struggle to find justice for their daughter. Raven Quander Lauren Smith-Fields, a 23-year-old college student studying physical therapy, was found dead on December 12, 2021 in her Bridgeport, Connecticut apartment. It was announced by the Connecticut Chief Medical Examiner’s Office that Smith-Fields’ death was caused by […]
By: Donye Gilbert Eminent hosted an event called “Underground Railroad” to help students learn about who paved the way for them. Eminent is an organization that helps to uplift their fellow brothers and sisters to be the kings and queens they are meant to be. With determination, goals […]
By: Taylor Billinger Ever wondered as a youngster, how could a super soaker be so much fun? Give thanks to Lonnie Johnson, the American inventor. Born in Mobile, Alabama, Johnson had already completed a series of accomplishments in his life, such as attending Tuskegee University, earning his […]
By: Lauren Erskine Part Three of the “Who Is…?” Series Dr. Barbara Ross-Lee, the older sister of singer Diana Ross, states that ”If it wasn’t for me, she [Diana] wouldn’t have been successful, I was responsible for watching out for Diana, taking her with me, making sure she […]
By: Rick Jackson Part Two in the “Who Is…?” Series Musa Keita, better known as Mansa Musa is said to have been born in 1280. In 1312, Musa became the emperor of the West African Mali Empire following the death of his predecessor, Abu-Bakar II. As a devout Muslim, […]
By: Daniel Sanvee Part One in the “Who Is…?” Series Martin Delany was born a free man on May 6, 1812 in Charlestown, Virginia. His mother Pati, who was also free, was determined to educate her children no matter the cost. Virginia was a slave state; African Americans […]
By: Asata Bamba The Martin Luther King Jr. Student Center Parlors had many DSU staff, students and visitors from all walks of life in attendance on February 4, 2016. To commemorate both Black History Month and the daring and legendary Black Panther Party, a panel discussion was opened […]
