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Numerous Research Animals Found Dead in U of M's Life Science Building
Lawrencia Grose | October 7Animal rights groups want the University of Memphis to be fined for its actions.
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Crime
The Eliza Fletcher Case: A Complete Timeline
Lawrencia Grose | September 6This past weekend, the city of Memphis was utterly shocked by the disappearance of Eliza Fletcher. The mother of two was kidnapped on September 2nd, and since then, the Memphis Police Department has made an abundance of leads in the case. The Daily Helmsman has compiled a complete timeline ...
Sports
Fans flock to the FedExForum to see high-flying Grizzlies
Lawrencia Grose | April 30The Memphis Grizzlies have made the 2021-2022 season one of their most groundbreaking seasons yet. Whether that is judged by the number of records they have managed to break this year, or the number of wins they have pocketed, the team of 17 has managed to exceed all expectations set against them and ...
News
Why is social media impacting Black students at PWIs college experience?
Lawrencia Grose | April 28Each year, hundreds of thousands of people enroll in college for the first time. Whether it’s a two-year or a four-year, in or out of state, or private or public, students pick a program that caters to them specifically. Once there, they begin to embark on their journey of adulthood. This means freedom ...
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Seniors Reveal Their True Feelings Ahead of Graduation
Lawrencia Grose | March 25Graduating college is the ultimate goal for many students as soon as they select their school of choice. It is the last step, for some, before adjusting to permanent adulthood. That means feeling a sudden sense of freedom, but having consistent bills to pay. New adventures are sure to come, but more ...
Arts & Entertainment
Actress, singer and activist Keke Palmer to speak at Multicultural Affairs event
Lawrencia Grose | February 24Black History Month consists of 28 days dedicated to the observing of African American history and culture. The University of Memphis consistently puts on events that depict and cater to the black experience. Many of the occurrences happening on campus are hosted by the Office of Multicultural ...
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University of Memphis student looks back on first in-person semester since the beginning of the pandemic
Lawrencia Grose | December 8Ayanna Hale was going into her first spring semester of college when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. This meant moving out of her dorm, not seeing her college friends, and being forced to learn online. When the University of Memphis announced the return to campus- two semesters later- Hale, now ...
News
CodeCrew Relocating to UofM Research Park
Lawrencia Grose | November 30CodeCrew, a non-profit organization that teaches kids and adults to innovate tech through gaining hands-on experience in computer science education, has relocated its headquarters to the University of Memphis’ UMRF Research Park. Created in 2015, the organization has taught more than 2,000 students ...
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Former U of M student holds protest against school fraternity, campaigns to have it banned from campus
Lawrencia Grose | November 17“He may be drunk, but she’s drunk too, so it’s fine.” That’s what the vice president of one fraternity at the University of Memphis said to Sara Hennan, a former student at the university, after she tried to stop what she perceived as a potential sexual ...
Arts & Entertainment
Young Dolph and Waka Flocka Flame to headline this year's bluff city bash
Lawrencia Grose | November 3Homecoming week is finally back and filled with plenty of events for students to enjoy. From Aux Cord Wars to carnivals and parades, this year is sure to make up for time we lost due to the pandemic. Joining the lineup this year is South Memphis’ own, Young Dolph and special guest and fellow rap veteran, ...
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