It is time for all things entertainment! On Jan. 10th, the 80th Golden Globe awards were held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. The award show has been granting recognition to actors, actresses, directors, and music artists since 1944.
Tiger's Roar videographer Kalel Akins visited a polling precinct in Clayton County and spoke with voters about the upcoming runoff election. Early voting in Georgia ends on December 2 and election day is December 6. Visit mvp.sos.ga.gov and check out Joseph Booth's runoff article for more in…
In an auditorium surrounded by journalism professionals and HBCU students who will soon be working professionally in the field, Nikole Hannah-Jones, founder of Howard University's Center for Journalism & Democracy states: “We are here to find a way forward together.”
The Senate race between Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker is now having a runoff, which happens when the race is too close to call. When neither candidate gets more than 50% of the votes, a runoff is held. Warnock leads with 49.4% of votes while Walker is second with 48.5%. A runoff will b…
According to the CDC, breast cancer is the most common cancer that affects women in the United States. One in eight women will get breast cancer in their life.
On August 24, 2022, the Biden-Harris administration announced the Student Debt Relief Plan, which includes one-time student loan debt relief for low- and middle-income families.
Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, the first annual Day of Peace in Savannah, Ga. was held by the Savannah Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire in Daffin Park. The purpose of the event was to decrease conflict and increase peace. It began at 12 p.m. and was hosted by Jill Cheeks with the help of nume…
Malinda Hodge took the stand with a warm “Welcome from Savannah.” Recently the state of Georgia tried to pass House Bill 1464. The bill had to be testified against by board of elections members from all of Georgia.
The USFL comes back after a three-year hiatus from 1983 to 1985. The league's brief existence was partly due to financial difficulties and a failed attempt to transfer the league from the spring to the fall.
SAVANNAH— More than a dozen historically Black colleges and universities around the country received bomb threats last week on the eve and first day of Black History Month. Although no devices were found at any of the schools involved, this is still extremely concerning to everyone affected,…
SAVANNAH – The importance of Black History Month continues to shed light on the knowledge of Black history and expresses the significance of Black joy. Historically Black Colleges and Universities play a vital role in Black History because it is taught year round in courses such as Africana …
At Savannah State University, we know Richard R. Wright to be our first university president and we take pride in celebrating National Freedom Day because of this. Tuesday, February 1, at 1 p.m. the annual National Freedom Day Ceremony was held on the lawn of Wright Hall in front of the Rich…
BRUNSWICK, GA — At 7:30 AM on Thursday, November 18, supporters in favor of Ahmaud Arbery and his family began to congregate in front of the Glynn County Courthouse in Brunswick, GA to prepare for the Ministers’ Rally.
Savannah State University’s Visual and Performing Arts Program and student organizations, Players by the Sea and the Creative Writing Estuary Club, will observe World AIDS Day through a night of performances.
The long-anticipated fall dance concert featuring performances by the Obsidian Dance Repertory is finally here.
Recently during the pandemic crisis, there has been a lot of change for the better and worst. Millions of people have become unemployed during this period, but some people have started their own business from losing their job and has had success in this way. People have lost their homes and …
Junior running back Jatavion Willams was recently aired on the savannah morning news for his new path from a student manager to a student athlete of Savannah States football team.Jatavion Williams, 20 knew all along what his plans were, but he just needed to figure out how to put everything …
In 2015, Savannah State student, Christopher Starks, was shot and killed in the Student Union building by Justin Stephens, a non-student at the university. Starks was taken to the local hospital where he was pronounced dead. During a Rock n’ Roll marathon, Stephens brought a firearm and fire…
Savannah State University HBCU marching band has been showing up and showing out. Now that everyone has seen them show out during the halftime of the football games.
Waking up, turning over and scrolling to check Facebook and Instagram has become the accustomed tradition of the decade of over 2.89 billion active Facebook users and 1.386 billion active Instagram users.
Over the past 12 Years, nearly about 87% of Historically Black Colleges and Universities participated in a campus 1-million-dollar campus improvement competition. Savannah State University was nominated to win up to $50,000 in cash gifted by the “Home Depot Retool your school program.” Howev…
Knowing some tips from Chief Walters is a rewarding experience. Not only was the process quick and simple, but lots of very useful information was shared that surely many students were not aware of. Chief informed us about new positions that were filled to help keep things in order so plans …
Back on November 8th of 2013, Savannah Ga, had its first burn that took place beginning at the Savannah National Wildlife refuge. Controlled burns are lit for numerous reasons. Many people use this prescribed burn to prevent a wildfire that can soon become destructive.According to the Nation…
Will COVID vaccines be able to control the spread of the virus? As the US surpasses 30 million coronavirus cases since the start of the pandemic, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized three COVID-19 vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, and Jansen (Johnson & Johnson).
Students interested in working in journalism, public relations, and multimedia and digital communications are invited to attend the 70th Annual Southern Regional Press Institute (SRPI) at Savannah State University. The event’s theme, which takes place Feb. 25-27, 2020, is “Zooming Into 70th,…
Another semester is here in the Tiger’s Den of Savannah State University and the procedures of social distancing and wearing a mask are still enforced. It’s now February of the spring semester and the COVID-19 cases on campus have doubled from the fall semester. Making it the highest amount …
Earlier this semester students were told that instead of in-person commencement it would be online same as Fall 2020. The online commencement was in place due to the concern of the spread of COVID-19.
It’s the most day for this nation on November 3, 2020, Election Day. Everyone around the United States is lined up to continue voting as well being at risk to use active militias around the polls for citizens to vote. In states such as North Carolina, Texas, Virginia, California, and New Mex…
On the evening of October 26, 2020, Savannah State University hosted a drive-in rally for the Biden-Harris presidential campaign. Students faculty and locals gathered to support the campaign and learn more about the potential first lady Dr. Jill Biden.
Dr. Jill Biden, former second lady and possible future first lady, of the United States stoped in Georgia on Monday. Biden visited both Macon and Savannah Monday. Her first stop was in Macon, where she attended a Georgia Women for Biden Early Vote Event.
As schools nationwide are adjusting to COVID policies while maintaining social distancing within students and faculty members here on campus, Savannah State has been on its priorities of making sure that students are well and taken care of as this pandemic is being monitored very closely. Wi…
As we inch closer to yet another graduation, it can be overwhelming, to say the least. Students are often asked, “What’s next after graduation?” Some students have it all planned out and some students wish they knew the answer to that question. Some students stay in school a little while lon…
Schools all around America have been impacted by the current pandemic. Social norms on school grounds and campuses globally have now changed due to regulations in keeping everyone safe. What could be considered a life’s biggest achievement, graduation, has now created a new tradition for fam…
The time has come to yet again use your voices to make a change! Over the past weekend, a virtual homecoming event was held to promote voting awareness. Voting is very important; it gives citizens their chance to exercise freedom of speech.
Andrew Okorodudu is a Nigerian basketball player at Savannah State that is the energizer bunny of the team. Just learning how to play basketball, Okorodudu just started playing basketball a few years ago is learning fast. Last year he averaged 4.5 points and 8 rebounds and looked to take an …
Da’Ondalyn Simmons, freshman softball player, here at Savannah State has had a see-saw relationship with the coronavirus (COVID-19) and how it affected her upcoming season, her eligibility on the field, and her personal life.
Attending college is a decision that students have created as a milestone, but often it is said that the work starts in applying for the degree.Throughout college, students are taught curriculum in fundamentals for whichever degree they chose to study.
To honor senior achievements and adhere to social distancing guidelines, on Saturday, November 21, 2020, Savannah State University will be hosting its virtual 196th Commencement ceremony for graduate and undergraduate students!
The Tiger Family has done it again! The students, alumni, staff, and participants of Savannah State’s Homecoming have shown us that homecoming could still be achieved successfully virtually for the safety of everyone. None of us could have expected a virtual homecoming but with COVID-19 stil…
There are many ways to embark on a new journey or to even enhance a career. Students with an overall 2.5 or higher GPA are capable of applying to Savannah State’s graduate studies programs where they have the options to study: Master of Business Administration, Master of Public Administratio…
For decades now parents, teachers and even peers have all pressured teens to attend college. It has always been said that “attending college is very beneficial and vital to their future”. Those who have attended college inform them that college is a big milestone in which everyone can’t take…
Homecoming won’t be the same this year due to unprecedented times of COVID-19. It's that time of the year where students across the nation look forward to. During homecoming, there are plenty of events going on every day of the week and students have the opportunity to socialize with other s…
It’s Homecomingggggggggg!!! On Tuesday, October 13, 2020, SSU alumni hosted a virtual health and wellness podcast featuring two trainers and a chef. The podcast was streamed on the SSU Alumni Facebook page. The hosts were Sam, Shannon, and AC. The podcast was set up in four different segment…
SAVANNAH, GA – Masks are the new accessories for everyone across the nation. While face mask usage has increased due to health reasons, they are still presented as a fashionable trend. The Coronavirus, or COVID-19, has drastically increased in the United States, affecting the young and elder…
Homecoming has kicked officially kicked off and with PRAISE! Although this year’s festivities are much different from what we are all use to experiencing this time of year, The Campus Activity Board (CAB) still found a way to give us an awesome week of virtual activities.Sunday, students joi…
Due to the 2020 global pandemic, Savannah State University will be hosting its first annual virtual homecoming via WebEx and Zoom to reinforce the safety of others and social distancing. The admission for this year's homecoming will be free for everyone to access and participate.
This upcoming November students will get an opportunity to cast their vote for the presidential election. For some students, this is their first time voting and for other students, this is their second time voting in a presidential election. In the 2016 election, some of the older students d…
This year has created many obstacles for us all, from the new norm created by COVID-19 and learning how to cope with it as well. Especially for seniors graduating in the Fall of 2020, they are now being told that instead of graduating in December they will be graduating earlier than previous…
The COVID-19 pandemic has certainly changed the way the world operates. Greek organizations are finding their way in this “new normal”, as well. Typically at this time of year, sororities and fraternities at Savannah State are gearing up for recruitment and homecoming. Calendar details are b…
It's no surprise that life as many of us have known it has taken a dramatic change. Since its arrival COVID-19 has altered the lives of many making virtual living the new normal. The Savannah State Baseball team is no different taking blows due to COVID-19 resulting in altering the team’s no…
The beginning of the 2020 fall semester for students may be the most peculiar semester of them all. COVID-19 has changed the way we go about our daily college life’s. Universities and colleges around the nation have been partaking in class for over a month now from strictly online to partial…