By Imajae Johnson Life after college is a mystery to some, but it doesn’t have to be when there are a plethora of opportunities waiting for you at your back door. Over 72 companies ranging from law enforcement to education were present at the Career Services Spring 2018 Career Expo, March 14th. The companies were … Continue reading
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Rapper J.I.D says new music is coming
By Keona Frasier Dreamville Records signee, J.I.D, took to social media to update fans on a forthcoming release. The announcement comes amidst the rapper and label mates Earthgang’s tour, featuring Chaz French and Lute. Despite traveling across the nation, J.I.D managed to create multiple tracks while on the road. J.I.D posted pictures of himself on … Continue reading
Hairstyles for Spring
An op-editorial by Kori Wiggins As the temperature begins to rise, many women have begun adopting different hairstyles to prepare for the spring season. Many of the styles range from faux locs to box braids. The benefits of using protective hairstyles includes retaining growth, keeping hair soft during the process of growth and changing up … Continue reading
Drake shows “God’s Plan”
An op-editorial by Jana Ashlee Every year, there is always one song that is played throughout the entire year. Once again, Drake is the artist to bring the world that track. His single, “God’s Plan” is the definition of a hit, with playful beats and quotable lines. Although Drake has been absent from the music … Continue reading
Spartan baseball take defeating loss
By Amsu Warner The Norfolk State Spartans men’s baseball team went head-to-head against the Virginia Commonwealth Rams on Mar. 7 at The Diamond. The Rams proved they were too much for the Spartans to handle beating them 6-4 in a non-conference loss. The Spartans, who are 0-11, received multi-hit games from freshman infielder, Alsander Womack, … Continue reading
Spring Break ’18
Flint’s water crisis improves
By Kori Wiggins It’s been almost four years since the crisis in Flint, Michigan, that left residents’ drinking water dangerous for consumption. This crisis first began on March 22, 2012, when Genesee County announced the designing of a new pipeline to deliver water from Lake Huron to Lake Flint, with hopes that the switch would … Continue reading
Places to be for Spring Break ‘18
An op-ed by Kori Wiggins Establishments of academia in various countries in the world participate in spring break, a vocational period in early spring, sometimes known as Easter break or March break. The arrival of spring break is a time of celebration; a week away from the stressors of classrooms and term assignments, as the … Continue reading
Spartan Echo talks with new Interim President
By Kori Wiggins On Nov. 10th, 2017, the Norfolk State University Board of Visitors appointed longtime supporter and NSU alumnus Vice Rector Dr. Melvin T. Stith to serve as interim president of the university. Dr. Stith graduated from Norfolk State University in 1968 and has served on the Board of Visitors since 2013, followed by … Continue reading
HBCUs experience lower graduation rates
An op-ed by Kori Wiggins According to a study conducted by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the six-year graduation rates of 20 historically black colleges or universities (HBCUs) were 20 percent or lower in 2015. Although a handful of HBCUs have more than 50 percent of their new freshmen graduating within six years, the percentages of the … Continue reading
LaVar Ball makes big moves for the Big Baller Brand
By Ashlee Jordan and Keona Frasier LaVar Ball’s recent business ventures in apparel and professional basketball have made quite a name for his family empire. Ball’s strong personality and domineering attitude has taken the world by storm, gathering criticism and praise. Recently, LaVar’s Big Baller Brand gave fans a view of his son, LiAngelo Ball’s … Continue reading
New England Patriots prepare to rebuild after Super Bowl loss
By Spartan Echo Staff Super Bowl LLI ended in upset for the New England Patriots. The Philadelphia Eagles grabbed their first Super Bowl crown in their franchise’s history despite the Patriots being 4-and-a-half point favorites to beat the Eagles. If New England would’ve won this Super Bowl, this would have been the franchise’s sixth championship, … Continue reading
Characteristics of the future: NATO hosts annual Chiefs of Transformation Conference in Norfolk
by Malik Glaspie “The rapidly changing, complex security environment, will continue to be the main driver for NATO’s adaptation efforts,” said General Denis Mercier in his introduction to NATO ACT’s annual Chiefs of Transformation Conference in Norfolk, Virginia on Dec. 12-14 at the downtown Norfolk Marriott hotel. On December 17, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization … Continue reading
NATO ACT discusses inclusion of future leaders
by Keona Frasier The North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s Allied Command Transformation met in Norfolk, Virginia for the 2017 Chiefs of Transformation Conference on Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 13-14. The main agenda during the conference was to prepare for the future of the military alliance’s member nations and partners by discussing pressing matters and viable solutions. … Continue reading
Virginia Secretary of Transportation announces delayed opening of 64 Express Lanes
RICHMOND — Virginia Secretary of Transportation Aubrey Layne announced Thursday, Nov. 29, the delayed opening of the 64 Express Lanes in Norfolk. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) had planned to open the Express Lanes in December. However, the opening has been delayed in order to complete additional testing of electronic tolling equipment. “Last April, we … Continue reading
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YouTube produces HIV/AIDS awareness video for NSU iBook Project
Norfolk State faculty members in diverse disciplines received a $48,000 grant from the National Library of Medicine to engage in community outreach to decrease the spread of the HIV. Project CHOICE: Information Access is designed to provide accurate information regarding HIV/AIDS using innovative educational technology to develop an iBook and EPUB (a digital book for Android devices). … Continue reading
Can activities on campus be the cause of stress?
An editorial by Cherna Frederick-Brown Here at Norfolk State University, we have many activities that take place on campus, such as fraternities, sororities, marching band, ROTC, and many more. Having activities on campus is amazing because it gives students the chance to be able to express themselves, and show off their skills, and even be given … Continue reading
Zoo has a new lion cub
NORFOLK, VA: The Virginia Zoo is thrilled to announce its latest birth of a lion cub. The male cub was born on October 28 to experienced mom Zola and dad Mramba. The cub weighed just three pounds five ounces at birth and has been a pure joy to all his Keepers. “The birth of any … Continue reading
