The annual MLK March has been rescheduled for Feb. 18 and will be hosted by the Office of Multicultural Center. The annual MLK March at Ferris State started in 1987 […]
Posts by Davaria Pharr
Navigating friendship as an adult
As a young adult myself and part of Generation Z, I find it extremely difficult to maintain friendships as an adult. Amongst other young adults who have similar experiences, this […]
President Pink receives award honoring leadership at Ferris
President Bill Pink became the president of Ferris State University on July 11, 2022, making him the first African American President at Ferris State. Prior to becoming president at Ferris […]
Updates on new Jim Crow Museum
On Dec. 24, 2024, Ferris State University announced that it would be building a brand-new 22-million-dollar Jim Crow Museum in place of the old one. The museum was originally established […]
The roots of Black History Month
Black History Month is an annual celebration that highlights African American history and achievements throughout the month of February. Black History Month was invented by Carter G. Woodson. Born in […]
Harlem Globetrotters make their way to Ferris
On Thursday, Jan. 22, the Harlem Globetrotters will head to Ferris State University’s Jim Wink Arena as a part of their 100th anniversary tour. The Harlem Globetrotters are a nationally […]
Ferris offering new AI course
Ferris State University’s new Artificial Intelligence for Everyone course will be coming to campus in the fall of 2026. Students can find this course labeled under ARTI 200, and […]
Movie theater confirmed to open in 2026
According to a Facebook post from the Big Rapids Theatre, the venue is expected to open in the first quarter of 2026. Job postings are anticipated to be available in […]
Playing your cards
Have you ever had a tarot card reading? Tarot cards are used for spiritual guidance and self-understanding, each card symbolizing different things to help answer questions or understand situations. The […]
Dr. David Pilgrim receives Rhae-Ann Booker Award
On Nov. 11, Vice President for Diversity, Inclusion and Strategic Initiatives, Dr. David Pilgrim, received the Rhae-Ann Booker Award for Inclusive Excellence. The presentation of the award was hosted at […]










