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View Article  Ebony Fashion Fair sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority

The Ebony Fashion Fair, the world's largest traveling fashion show, brought its act to Florence High School last week. The Florence show was sponsored by UNA's chapter of the Delta Sigma Theta sorority.

This year's theme was "Stylishly Hot," and the company's 13 models showcased designer ensembles from around the world. The show's charitable donation to Delta Sigma Theta will help fund an annual scholarship and a community service project that provides books to kids.  more >>

View Article  Fraternity wants to ban the "N" word

Former Seinfield star Michael Richards made national headlines last November when he used the "N" word during a comedy routine in Los Angeles.

It re-ignited the debate on whether the word is acceptable under any circumstances. Two African-American magazines, Jet and Ebony, are now banning the word from their publications and now students at Albany State University want to spread the same message on their campus.

One student organization on campus is making a big deal about it - - members of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. They're taking a stand on a word that originated as a derogatory expression toward African-Americans.  more >>