Experiencing acupuncture

Shaquille Blackstock        Staff Writer The Eastern tradition of acupuncture is centuries old, and luckily has found its way to our Student Health Center. Allison Scott, the acupuncture provider, with a Masters in Acupuncture from the University of Bridgeport, provided background information on the practice before beginning the acupuncture appointment. “The practice of acupuncture centers on the opposing forces of Yin and Yang, … Continue reading Experiencing acupuncture

Revisiting Katrina

Shaquille Blackstock        Staff Writer Back in 2005, the city of New Orleans witnessed one of the worst catastrophes of the 21st century. According to the National Hurricane Center, well over 1,200 people died as a result of the storm, which caused 80 percent of the city to be flooded. It has been 10 years since the levee system failed, causing the city … Continue reading Revisiting Katrina

Julian Bond: A civil rights hero

Shaquille Blackstock         Staff Writer Last week, one of the most influential members of the civil rights movement, Julian Bond, passed away Aug. 15 after a brief illness at the age of 75. He will be remembered as not only being a champion for the rights of African Americans, but for championing justice for everyone. Born to Julia Agnes Washington and Horace … Continue reading Julian Bond: A civil rights hero

On the new Lloyd International Honors College dean

Shaquille Blackstock          Staff Writer Dr. Omar Ali, the new interim dean of the International Honors College, has had a very interesting year. In addition to his new position at the Honors College, he also gave a TED talk about the interplay of identity as someone with mixed religious and ethnic backgrounds. In an interview with The Carolinian, he answered questions about … Continue reading On the new Lloyd International Honors College dean