The History of AI: Part 2

Gabriella Sandoval, Events Liaison and Manager 

Beyond the multiplex ideas of robots and technology would upspring the AI that we have come to know and use today. But, before we can fully understand just how AI has improved over many decades, we must continue analyzing the groundwork that has enabled AI to develop to where it’s at now.

Read More

The History of AI: Part 1

Gabriella Sandoval, Events Liaison and Manager 

Although it may seem as if artificial intelligence (AI) is a new form of technology, it has actually been proactively developing for many decades; with the earliest groundwork dating back to the early 1900s. It’s quite compelling because learning about the history of robots, technology, and AI is important in understanding where AI is at now, and what it may be like in the future. 

Read More

Native American Heritage Month

Caleigh Montoya, Staff Writer 

  November is Native American Heritage Month! This was first declared in 1990 to recognize and shed light on the Native American experience in America. November calls attention to Native American culture, achievements, power, and their history of discovering America first. 

Read More

The History of Haunted Houses: Part 5 of Haunted Histories and Spooky Mysteries

Caleigh Montoya, Staff Writer

The idea of haunted houses can be traced back many years.  We, as people, have always had a fascination with the unknown such as spirits, the paranormal, and ghosts. Homes that gave off an eerie feeling were associated with these unknowns. Creepy architecture and abandoned homes alluded to the idea that there was something scary behind their doors, giving the idea of haunted houses.  The enticing mystery behind closed doors made people want to go in and seek those hidden. 

Read More

The History of Trick or Treating and the Wearing of Costumes: Part 3 of Haunted Histories and Spooky Mysteries

Caleigh Montoya, Staff Writer 

Trick or treating and wearing costumes are key parts of Halloween. Originating from Ireland and Scotland, young people would participate in an activity called “guising”. The word “guising” comes from the word “disguising”. This is when they would dress up in costumes and go around asking neighbors for fruit, coins, and nuts as “treats” in exchange for their “tricks” which consisted of singing, comedy, etc. This has led to the huge cultural phenomenon we know today, commonly called “Trick or Treating”. 

Read More

The Black Panther Party’s Breakfast Program for School Children

By: Paige Robinson, Staff Photographer 

The Black Panther Party (BPP) in the 1960’s is known by many, but not always in a positive way. They are / were seen as a violent terrorist group that was feared by many people in the white community. However, their intentions and actions are rarely spoken about truthfully.

Read More