By: Paris Blaylock Still adorned in her white lab coat, her class had just ended. Though winded from the energy required to teach, she maintained a calm and professional composure. Hailing from Dayton, Ohio, she earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from Alabama A&M University. Sha’awn Gilbert is pursuing her master’s in Biology at Texas […]
By: Erin Slaughter The warm rays of sunshine beat down on Cristal Martinez’s face as she took in the moment, appreciating her surroundings at Texas Southern University (TSU). It was a brief moment of peace before the demands of her busy day took over. But even in these quiet moments, she said her mind often […]
By: KTSU2 Reporter Jourdan Mathis Texas Southern University (TSU) students demystified the underlying messages behind Kendrick Lamar’s 2025 Super Bowl halftime performance, unpacking its powerful messaging and cultural significance. Lamar, known for his conscious raps and activism through performance, took the stage to deliver a performance that centered around elements of American symbolism and patriotic […]
By: Imari Holmes On Thursday, February 12th, Texas Southern University (TSU) hosted its 2025 Black History Convocation, reminding attendees of the significant labor of African Americans and their lasting impact on society. The event began at approximately 12:10 p.m., with over 100 students, faculty, and alumni eager to learn and celebrate all aspects of Black […]
By: Erin Slaughter Vibrant colors, curls, and bold Black girl hairstyles adorn the Tiger Walk at Texas Southern University (TSU) as the new semester kicks off. At TSU, young Black women proudly wear their hair as a powerful declaration of individuality, comfortability, and identity. Dayja Saures, a recent graduate of the Thurgood Marshall School of […]
By Shaneece Flax One week after the general election on November 5, Houston Ethnic Media held a high-stakes virtual discussion with local thought leaders on the implications of the 2024 presidential election results. President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed policies, particularly immigration, were emphasized during the November 12 Zoom talk. Kristin Etter, director of policy and legal […]
By Bradley Clark A Texas-size thunderstorm didn’t stop Texas Southern University students from voting on Tuesday, Nov. 5, which, some said, was the most consequential election of their lives. For TSU Herald reporter Jamarion Owens, the opportunity to use his voice in this year’s election as a first-time voter was especially meaningful. “Being a first-time […]
By Paris Blaylock Chants of “Tigers vote! Tigers vote!” echoed down the Tiger Walk as Texas Southern University’s sorority and fraternity members marched to the polls at the Recreation Center on Election Day. Signs decorated with “Vote” dotted the herd of the students who made their way to the polls with TSU’s Greek life at […]
As I stood on the far left of the stage, less than 100 feet from where the Vice President soon took the platform, my heart races with anticipation. I held my camera in one hand and my phone in the other, determined not to miss a single, pivotal moment. Nearby, a rally staff member urged me […]
By Shaneece Flax Community members and candidates for office amassed on Saturday, Oct. 12 at the University of Houston in Sugar Land for the Fort Bend Candidate Forum hosted by Emgage and Baker Ripley, and a host of partner organizations, to participate in a non- partisan discussion before the election season. Candidates ranged from the […]
