May 25, 2013

Jay Harris Loses Scholarship to Michigan State with Rap Video Posted on YouTube (Video)

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*As tuition rises daily at our nation’s universities, parents everywhere are working diligently with their kids and praying for scholarships. But, what if your child got a full ride to college and chose a rap career over the scholarship? (Lady, put your belt down and keep reading!) Jay Harris also known as Jay DatBull played [...]




Jalen Rose Builds Leadership Academy in Detroit

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*Former NBA star and current ESPN analyst is expanding his horizon with his newly established education program. The Jalen Rose Leadership Academy, founded in his hometown of Detroit, is focused on helping students achieve and find success despite the desperate circumstances in the city. “When the auto industry was around, adults weren’t necessarily going to [...]




Michigan State Erupts with Outrage over Racist Attacks

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*What is going on in America?  Are we regressing to the racist temper tantrums of the pre-Civil Rights era of this country? What else can explain the juvenile sprinklings of the N-word and a swastika around a college campus.  The students are not going to take it laying down though. According to the Grio.com, Michigan [...]




EUR Special Report: African Americans who Embrace their Heritage Enjoy Better Mental Health

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*According to a study conducted by psychology researchers at Michigan State University and released publicly earlier this month, African Americans who identify more strongly with their racial identity are generally happier than other Blacks. The study funded by the National Institute of Mental Health and appearing in the current issue of Cultural Diversity and Ethnic [...]