Psychology Today says bullying can have several meanings and different interpretations. To be factual and precise, it is one individual discriminating against peers because of race, gender, sexual orientation, age or physical appearance. State psychology Professor John Stayer said people…
Commentary: ‘Trust Me’ Can Have Consequences
By the time the average student gets to college, he or she more than likely has heard the phrase “trust me” more times than they could count. Some people think it may be peer pressure that causes young adults to…
Jade Irving Makes Impact on State Campus
Editor’s note: The Yellow Jacket made changes in this story based on new information it received. Irving was highlighted by LifeBound for her work in coaching students. LifeBound trains and coaches students and professionals, and its goal is making sure…
State Art Class Takes Advantage of Clay Center’s Success
A West Virginia State University art class is using the Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences in Charleston as a base to visit diverse artistic venues in the community, Professor Zach Fitchner said. “The art class at the Clay…
State Women Gear up for MEC Basketball Tournament
WVSU women’s basketball team isn’t having the season the members expected, but hopes are still high for the MEC tournament. At 9-17 (7-13 in the MEC), the Yellow Jackets are already improved from last year, when they were 8-22. The…
Pittman Plays Key Role in State Men’s Basketball Season
WVSU men’s basketball team is having a strong season and is trying to keep the momentum going. With an 18-7 record after a 97-90 win Saturday, Feb. 22, at home against MEC opponent Notre Dame College, the men are having…
Review: ‘The Legacy Show’ Provides Food for the Soul
WVSU had the honor watching violinist Tami Lee Hughes and pianist Ellen R. Sommer on Feb. 11 in the Davis Arts Center. “The Legacy Show” was filled with beautiful, fun and dramatic music. During each set, an inspirational slideshow depicted…
State Group will Roll to Washington during Weekend
At 5 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 23, 51 State students and five chaperones are scheduled to depart on a bus for Washington, D.C. Up to 70 people are welcome to join the group, according to Trina Sweeney, Student Life and Engagement…
Financial Strategist Roundtree to Host Free Seminar at State
Author and financial strategist Will Roundtree is scheduled to present a free seminar on financial literacy and entrepreneurship at 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, in the Integrated Research and Extension Building at West Virginia State University. According to the WVSU…
Don’t Be Blue from the Flu
Flu season hits during the colder months, usually October through March. Two types of flu, Influenza A and Influenza B, could potentially be deadly. The CDC estimated at least 22 million cases of the flu this season, 210,000 hospitalizations and…