Tag Archives: Michelle Obama
Enough Already with Trashing ‘The Help!’
This is a film worthy of our praise. So why are black folks hating, as usual?
The Help is getting mixed reviews. Some praise the film and its cast—including Viola Davis,…
By Caroline Clarke
Studying Abroad Still an Option for College Students of Color
Despite the hurdles preventing many African-American students from studying abroad, resources and a little perseverance make it a possibility
According to the latest Open Doors: Report on International Educational Exchange, a study run by…
By Janel Martinez
Happy 50th Birthday, Mr. President!
President Obama is only the third president to turn 50 while in office
President Barack Obama turns 50 Thursday, but began celebrating the birthday milestone yesterday in his…
By Janel Martinez
Decoding Barack Obama’s Social Media Campaign Strategies
A look at the Head of State's prowess with social Web
President Barack Obama changed the game since his successful run in 2008, utilizing the most…
By Janell Hazelwood
Why Michelle Obama’s Africa Trip Matters
The Root columnist says First Lady is inspiring model for young women emerging from apartheid
The Root columnist explores the impact of First Lady Michelle Obama’s visit to post-apartheid Africa,…
By BlackEnterprise.com
Dr. Denzel Washington, “When You Fall, Fall Forward”
The award-winning actor advices the class of 2011 to accept that failure will be part of their life's journey
Dr. Denzel Washington addresses the graduating class of 2011 from the University of Pennsylvania in…
By Caroline Clarke
Michelle Obama Speaks At Spelman Graduation and Urges Graduates to Pursue Life of Service
Historically Black women's college welcomes first lady after 4 years of campaigning for her to appear
On May 15, First Lady Michelle Obama addressed the Class of 2011 at Spelman College,…
By Joyce E. Davis
In the News: WATCH Common Perform at the White House; 7.5 Million Facebook Users Are Under 13; Microsoft Acquires Skype for $ 8.5 Billion
Headlines around the web
Hip-hop star Common performed at the White House Poetry night Wednesday (Image: File)…
By Janel Martinez
In the News: Formal Investigation on Michelle Obama’s Air Scare; Hear Tyler Perry Tell Spike Lee Where to Go; Marilyn Davenport Apologizes for Chimp Email
Headlines from around the Web
Headlines from around the Web
By Janel Martinez
In the News: Egyptian President Finally resigns; Facebook Justice; Magic Johnson Catches the VIBE
A few noteworthy headlines around the Web
After ongoing unrest and protests that began late last month, Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak finally…
