Posts Tagged ‘Kennesaw State University’
Former KSU cheerleader Tommia Dean explains why she took a knee
Inspired by Colin Kaepernick’s on-field protests against police brutality, Tommia Dean joined the peaceful movement while cheerleading at Kennesaw State University. In 2017, Dean and four other cheerleaders kneeled during the national anthem at a college football game. As a result, the cheerleaders were escorted off the field. After the incident, Dean proceeded to file…
Read MoreKSU student Tommia Dean shares why she kneeled
Tommia Dean, a former cheerleader at Kennesaw State University, explains why it was important for her to take a knee during a college football game and how her actions were a pivotal moment for the African-American community. Dean won her lawsuit against officials at the institution for being removed from the field following her decision…
Read MoreHoop dream debacle: NCAA women’s star basketball player arrested for murder
Kamaiyah Street, a 20-year-old student-athlete from Kennesaw State University, was arrested Thursday, Nov. 21, on eight criminal charges, including three counts of felony murder, criminal attempt to commit armed robbery, two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, according to TMZ. Street, the…
Read MoreKultured Misfits creates a space for those who don’t fit the norm
With the internet and the easy access to T-shirt presses, it seems clothing lines and brands pop up every day looking to only make a profit. Kultured Misfits, however, has a niche audience who are often overlooked by the fashion industry and offers unique fashions through trendy, colorful clothes that not only pull inspiration from…
Read MoreKennesaw State will allow cheerleaders back on field during national anthem
Kennesaw State University President Sam Olens issued a statement to students, faculty, and staff on Nov. 8 that the school’s cheerleaders, including the “#Kennesaw5,” will be allowed back on the field for the national anthem. “I will stand during the national anthem to honor the women and men who have served in our nation’s armed forces,”…
Read MoreThe #Kennesaw5 express appreciation for support of their protest during anthem
Taylor McIver, Tommia Dean, Shlondra Young, Kennedy Town, and Michaelyn Wright make up the “Kennesaw5,” the five Black cheerleaders who began a conversation throughout Kennesaw State University and Cobb County about their protest during the playing of the national anthem.
Read MorePrison Break: Proud father’s open letter to college grad daughter, Treasure
Prison B.R.E.A.K. is an acronym for Building Relationships Empowerment and Knowledge. From Prison to Praise: An Ode to Treasure Bijon, My Dearest Treasure I was shuffling through some things the other day when I came across a letter. It was written by you and addressed to me — Dear Daddy. It was brief, not more…
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