Deanna Jordan: Single Mother of 3 Graduates UCLA With 3 Degrees (VIDEO)
Deanna Jordan, 28, who grew up in Compton, California, has three sons and is a single mother — oh, and Deanna Jordan is also black.…
Higher Education
5 Reasons Why the HBCU vs PWI Talk is Stupid
I am a man that conducted his undergrad scholarly duties at an HBCU (historically black college and university). I am glad that I am…
Affirmative Action: The Truth Behind the Lies
After the decision by the United States Supreme Court regarding Affirmative Action was announced last week dozens of articles have been written to applaud or oppose it. This article will do…
Where’s the Love For Our Ivy League Bound Young Black Students?
I’m always pleased to hear of news about black youth who not only beat the odds, but have gone beyond the limit. But sadly, it…
African-Americans, Higher Education, & the NCAA
Having been inspired and energized by the President’s announcement of My Borther’s Keeper Initiative I must ask the question: what can be done to substantially…
New Loan Policy Forcing Students Off Black College Campuses
This past weekend, President Barack Obama delivered the keynote speech at the commencement ceremony at Ohio State University. In his address, Obama urged the graduating…
Seeking Arrangement: Doing More Than “Stripping” To Pay Tuition
The pursuit of a higher education is no easy task. Truth be told, many students face many challenges. With finances or the lack thereof being number one,…
Slave Catcher of the Week: Marcus Carter, Black Man Handing Out “Whites Only” College Scholarships
Before we meet this weeks award recipient, allow me to highlight a court ruling in Michigan yesterday that I’m sure in months to come will…
SURPRISE!!: Black College Grads Struggle to Find Employment in Today’s Economy
I’ve been communicating with the good folks at the Center for Community Alternatives via one of the producers at National Geographic Television, on the results of a…
Sodomizing our children with hot branding irons!
ByFolk Got your attention? Good! Maybe we can get our heads out the fvcking sand long enough to see the suffering on our children’s faces…