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Ismeal Beah

Come and see Ismael Beah on Friday October 9, 2009 at 11:330a.m. on the FBA Auditorium. Born in Sierra Leon, Beah has become one of the most influential writers of this generation. “No outsider could have written this book, and it’s hard to imagine that many insiders could do so […]

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TAMIU Men’s Basketball team

The TAMIU Men’s Basketball team had a big win in their season opener against Southwest Texas Junior College at home on Oct. 23 giving fans a preview of the team’s strengths. The season is just getting under way and the Dustdevils are looking at ten upcoming home games the rest […]

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Working out the Stress

Most often stress is a major part of a college student life, and this can be more present during midterm and finals week. Dealing with stress can be painful for any individual luckily there are tips that can help students through these tough times. One great activity that is recommended […]

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Student Government hosts fundraising workshop

Student Government Association in partnership with Student Affairs will be hosting a Fundraising Workshop Friday, November 20, 2009. Any student, whether currently in a student organization or contemplating starting one or getting involved, is welcome to attend. Learn how you could get student travel money, hear about successful fundraisers, how […]

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Into the Night

The old couple stand side by side,In utter bliss,Admiring the night,Nothing is missed. The moon is absent,The stars are bright,Their reflection’s on the water,They hold each other tight. The sky is velvet,Like a purple mink,They can feel the wind on their faces,It makes them think. It’s dark, still the cottages […]

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Rasimus Art Exhibit

Free spirited artist John Rasimus revealed his exhibit, “Embracing Darkness and Living Your Dreams,” at a reception several weeks ago. His exhibit will remain on display through Friday, Nov. 27. Laughing cowboys, hoards of scantily clad women, large woodblock butterflies, and a surprise on-going animation hidden inside a wooden box, […]

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Revealing the truth or sticking to censorship?

Merriam-Webster dictionary defines courage as the mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty. Mexican journalist Lydia Cacho embodies everything hat courage defines. It is safe to say that every person sitting in the audience was bewildered by Ms. Cacho’s speech at the A.R. Sanchez […]

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Daycare Dilemma

TAMIU lacks one very important on-campus facility. Daycare services! With over half of the women enrolled in the university being mothers, the campus still fails to provide safe services that allow these students to take their children to when they are attending classes. It’s no doubt that TAMIU is a […]

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Socialism in the United States

President Obama signed an overwhelming $787 billion stimulus package on February of 2009 that promised to save and create millions of jobs. He also stressed the importance of saving the middle class from disappearing because they are the “heart and soul of America blue collar workers,” said President Obama during […]

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Finding Your Inner Organization

Over 80 percent of students report feeling stressed on a daily basis, and this could describe you, according to a Spring 2009 College Stress and Mental Health Poll. You could try to plié your stress away. Perhaps dancing isn’t your forte and Greek life appeals to you. Whatever your taste, […]