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This week on the show, News and Politics reporter, Natalia Wilson, breaks down Biden's latest effort in canceling student loans. Next, Joy Young from the Campus section talks to us about Alternative Spring Break breaking a record and turning 30, all in the same year. Last, we sit down with Bria Miller, head of the HU Students for Justice in Palestine's Action Committee, as she walks us through the letter she wrote into The Hilltop, calling for Howard to omit companies from campus career fairs aiding in Israel's bombardment on the Gaza strip.

Show Notes:

‘You Deserve Relief': Biden Approves $1.2 Billion In Loan Forgiveness For Over 150,000 Borrowers

A Record 2,100 Applicants Marks 30th Anniversary Of Alternative Spring Break

Letter To The Editor: Howard University Student Organizations Call on University to Ban Companies Complicit in Crimes of Zionism from Career Fairs

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Welcome back to The HillTalks.

This week on the show, Campus reporters Joy Young and Sariah Adams discuss their reporting of the alleged “toxic” and “unsafe” working conditions of Sodexo employees in Howard's dining facilities. Next, Business Columnist Marcellus Williams breaks down UMG's decision to pull it's catalog from TikTok and the effects that will have on both artists and the social media platform alike. Last, Jeffery Jones gives us an update on our male Bison on the court.

Show Notes:

Howard Dining Workers Allege ‘Toxic,' ‘Unsafe' Working Conditions Under Sodexo Management

Universal Music Group Withdraws Entire Music Catalog From TikTok Amid Licensing Dispute

High-Powered Offense Leads Bison To Victory Against Eagles

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This week on the show, Campus reporter Natalie Betts explains the Office of Campus Life's policy to pause new club registration until 2025. Natalia Wilson from News and Politics talks about the district's first net zero recreation center and its plan to become a carbon-neutral city. Then, the HillTalks goes to The White House, and we talk to the great-great-great grandson of both Frederick Douglass and Booker T. Washington.

Show Notes:

Campus Life Not To Accept New Club Registrations Until Spring 2025

The District's First Net Zero Recreation Center Opens At Stead Park

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This week on the show, Variety reporter Afia Barrie takes us on a trip to the Howard Theatre, and we get a taste of The Blackbyrds, a 50-year-old Howard-born Jazz band. Then, Sports reporter Jeffrey Jones tells us why it's too early to give up on the men's basketball team. Lastly, Business Columnist Shreeya Gautam on why college students should care about the Federal Reserve.

Show Notes:

Jazz Band Born At Howard Celebrates 50th Anniversary At The Howard Theatre

Opinion: Don't Jump Ship! The Bison Can Still Be Repeat Conference Champions.

The American Dream Might Be Harder To Attain Now Than In Recent Years

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This week on the show, faculty and students discuss Black women in leadership, Stacey Abrams ignites a fireside chat on campus, and I talk to Janaiha Bennett, the Executive Director at Youth Leadership Foundation, about the importance of mentorship.

Show Notes:

Students, Faculty Discuss Black Women In Leadership Following Resignation Of Harvard's President

Stacey Abrams Begins Walters Chair Speaker Series Discussing Leadership And Political Engagement

Local D.C. Organization Talks Importance Of Mentorship During National Mentoring Month

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This week, we're talking D.C.'s expansion of its Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, Howard offering a new African language, and the Hilltop's historic birthday.

Show Notes:

D.C. Council Urges Mayor Bowser To Comply With SNAP Benefit Increase

Akan Twi And African Languages At Howard Highlight Linguistic Diversity

Celebrating 100 Years As The Student Voice Of Howard University

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We're returning to your feeds with our first episode of the new year.

This week, we're talking Sam Altman and AI, Men's lacrosse, and the approximately 215 bodies found buried behind a Mississippi jail.

Show Notes:

CEO Of ChatGPT Developer Discusses Diversity, AI In Howard Visit

Howard University Men's Lacrosse Club Seeks Administration For Support

Hundreds of Dead Bodies Found Behind a Mississippi Prison Spark Community-Wide Support

The U.N. passed a resolution last month, that approved a multinational guard led by Kenya, to help quell the unrest in Haiti. The group would have comprised of forces from Kenya, Jamaica, the Bahamas, and Antigua and Barbuda. However, leaders from the East African nation said they are waiting to send troops until funding and training conditions are met.

So, how did we get here? This week on The HillTalks, I ask, Folly Kouevi, Hilltop News and Politics Reporter, exactly that.

Story Notes: Kenya Court Delays Troop Deployment To Haiti After U.N. Security Council Resolution

The HillTalks is back with weekly episodes, and we're changing things up a bit.

For the rest of the semester, you'll hear one story a week instead of three.

Kicking things off, we're starting with a deep dive into Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and her case against former President Donald Trump.

Welcome to The HillTalks! This week, Howard has a new president and endowed chair in public policy. Plus, the Bison men's swim team kicks off a new season with the second 'Battle at the Burr.'

This Historian Wants Howard To Reach Its Full Potential. As President, Here's How He Plans To Make It Happen.

Former Republican National Committee Chair Appointed As Howard's Endowed Chair In Public Policy

Howard Men's Swim Team Looks To Capitalize On Momentum Ahead Of Season Opener

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