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In Opinions: “Queen” is not a form of allyship.
To find out more, read the article below.
https://georgiastatesignal.com/black-women-are-being-excluded-from-the-community-they-created/
When millennials chant, “Black Lives Matter,” it is clear that they are mostly referring to Black, cishet men. Misogynoir and transphobia claim the lives, safety and health of Black women at an alarming, disproportionate rate [...]
“Supporting Heroes: Law Enforcement,” said the controversial sign that awoke Twitter. Former SGA President Jazmin Mejia criticized the Georgia State Alumni Association for this sign.
For the whole article, click the link below.
https://georgiastatesignal.com/georgia-state-alumni-association-receives-backlash-for-supporting-heroes-law-enforcement-billboard/
The Georgia State Alumni Association was criticized on Twitter for a billboard it displayed in Alpharetta, thanking police. It was part of a wider marketing campaign thanking frontline workers. “Look what I stumbled across in [...]
Panthers, don’t forget to put Lysol in those move-in boxes
Click the link below to learn why along with other housing policy changes.
https://georgiastatesignal.com/georgia-state-housing-returns-in-the-fall-what-to-expect/
As Panthers return to campus in the fall, some will bring packed move-in boxes as well. Georgia State plans to reopen its dorms with a few adjustments once the fall semester begins. Similar to the [...]
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Panthers came out in numbers on April 7, 2019 and packed out the GSU Sports Arena in @gsuspotlight annual Greek Showcase. The air was electric as each fraternity and sorority performed for the grand prize. Hosted by @iamdesibanks this was a night to remember. Congratulations to all who won and participated. @dpo_tau @gsudeltazeta @slu_thetapi @aoiigastate @sigsigrho_theta @gsualphaxidelta @gsuphimu @zetamualphas @gsuzetataualpha @ Georgia State University
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Explore the full list of Student Health Clinic prices, only on The Signal's website. http://ow.ly/28GZ50lqTDy
As of Jan. 1, 2019, all hospitals in the U.S. are now legally required to publish the cost of their procedures and items online for public access. This new law is both a more specific [...]
A Signal reporter originally contacted the Student Health Clinic and requested its master price list. An unnamed representative declined to hand over the list of prices and said, "There’s too many. We do a lot here," before hanging up. http://ow.ly/kFvs50lqS44
As of Jan. 1, 2019, all hospitals in the U.S. are now legally required to publish the cost of their procedures and items online for public access. This new law is both a more specific [...]
Inside the world of stripping: "I really, really like to be peed on." http://ow.ly/uBE850lrl44
“You have to sell the idea that his fantasy is being fulfilled and payment isn’t the reason why it’s happening,” Poseidon said, “Do I play the ‘I need help’ role? Or do I play the [...]
The Signal reached out to Grady Hospital for help with deciphering its public price list. After 20 phone transfers to multiple departments and several hours of waiting on hold, no one could understand what "HB MED-SUR-GY/PVT" referred to. http://ow.ly/f8UQ50lqOl5
As of Jan. 1, 2019, all hospitals in the U.S. are now legally required to publish the cost of their procedures and items online for public access. This new law is both a more specific [...]
SGA reps can’t accept more than $5 in gifts. Five of them attended a free trip to Israel. Is that a problem?
When they’re sworn in, Student Government Association officers vow to uphold and adhere to their constitution. But a recent 10-day trip to Israel five officers embarked on — entirely free of charge — raises concern [...]
“We’re taking a mark off of someone and giving them a new chance.” - Atlanta Redemption Ink Atlanta Redemption Ink http://ow.ly/tSJd30nqvKW
Many survivors today not only deal with the painful memories of the past, but also with physical markings on their bodies, whether those be branding and tattoos from sex trafficking or scars from physical abuse [...]
Provost Risa Palm stepping down as provost, returning to research position http://ow.ly/yqE730nnT9C
After 10 years of dedication to her position, Provost Risa Palm is stepping down from her position. The announcement came to students mid-November through a campus broadcast. Her decision to step down stems from her [...]
"She is an American hero": Ghadir Taher, a former Georgia State student, was one of four Americans killed in a suicide bomb attack claimed by ISIS. http://ow.ly/3GET30nnmbC
On Wednesday, Jan. 16, a suicide bomb attack in Syria took the lives of 14 irreplaceable people. Ghadir Taher, a former Georgia State student, was one of the four American lives lost. Taher, 27, studied [...]
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The Signal celebrates 85 years of being Georgia State's only student-run, independent newspaper. Be a part of the legacy by picking up a copy of The Signal this week!
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This week's issue: a deep dive into the boba bubble that has taken over Downtown Atlanta.
Students Demand Action made it easy to register to vote or update your voter registration. Click the link to get started! #ad https://everytown.turbovote.org/?r=adsp_CK-FB-GSU
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In the latest issue of Georgia State University's magazine, D.W. Pine, former editor-in-chief of The Signal from '89 to '90, speaks with Benjamin Hodges, former news writer for The Signal from '04 to '05. http://ow.ly/b96O30lCxsI
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Petit, who has donated more than $15 million to Georgia State University, has resigned as CEO of MiMedx Group, Inc. amid ongoing investigations by the DOJ, SEC, VA and FDA.
Former CEO of MiMedx Parker H. “Pete” Petit, a frequent donor to Georgia State, has resigned amid an ongoing investigation into the company’s financial dealings. Petit attended Georgia State in 1973 and earned his MBA [...]
Mayor Bottoms issued an order condemning the Trump Administration’s zero-tolerance immigration policy and ended further housing of ICE detainees at an Atlanta detention center.
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms signed an executive order on Wednesday, June 20 that openly calls upon the Trump Administration to reform the United States’ “despicable” immigration policy. The order further prohibits the City of Atlanta [...]
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Necessary, Knowledge & Nonsense returns to The Signal. Catch our first episode with Tavier Thomas from the National African American Gun Association, discussing #gunrights and #guncontrol. Online tomorrow at 2:00 p.m. EST.
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(VIDEO) Sarah Lee, a Korean exchange student, shares how attending Georgia State differs from studying in Hong Kong. https://youtu.be/_56ABGNz2g0
(PODCAST) The Signal Sports Editor shares how it was like to interview Panthers tennis player Zach Kennedy. https://youtu.be/6sxcIb7rqO8
(PODCAST) Hear Caleb's take on how Barack Obama's presidency impacted hip-hop culture. https://youtu.be/DKOfdjGsAtM
(VIDEO) Watch what students have to say about the unemployment rate in Georgia. https://youtu.be/KwHssHLqobo
(PODCAST) Watch the Blue Bleachers podcast for a quick update of Panther alumni playing professional ball. https://youtu.be/Ar4klvJqOzE
(PODCAST) Check out Caleb Smith talk about how the arts impact Georgia State students lives. https://youtu.be/3CLg25YPPiM
(VIDEO) Earlier this month protests erupted in Atlanta in response to President-elect Donald Trump's election win. https://youtu.be/XqQJ8nNHwMw
(VIDEO) Sports editor Rashad Milligan previews the upcoming Georgia State vs. Georgia Southern football game. http://ow.ly/Xy2F306hp4U
Grab your #GSUHomecoming16 special edition Signal button tomorrow at the parade! #GSU #GSUSignal #Homecoming16 Special thanks to Album 88 - Georgia State University's College Radio Station for the help with this project.
(VIDEO) Get rid of old stacks of jeans with these DIY ideas. Read more: http://ow.ly/I5iT304xKfk
(VIDEO) Take a visual tour through Midtown Atlanta to learn about the neighborhood. https://youtu.be/V8Ag9ZAzI0k
(VIDEO) GSUPD installed more than 500 cameras to surveil campus. Learn more: http://ow.ly/6tqX303vGKo
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