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JSU remembers Mayor Chokwe Lumumba Taylor Bembery/ Mark Braboy Flash Editors
The Jackson State University family along with the citizens of Jackson were shocked and overwhelmed to learn that the Mayor of Jackson and crusader for human rights, Chokwe Lumumba, passed away suddenly on Feb. 25. Born on Aug. 2, 1947 in Detroit, Mich. as Edwin Taliaferro, he later changed his name to Chokwe Lumumba. Lumumba, 66, was well known for his work as a human rights attorney and activist. Lumumba garnered national attention after successfully defending the late Tupac Shakur in a 1993 aggravated assault case as well as other political prisoners. In 2011, he was heavily involved in gathering support for pardoning of Gladys and Jamie Scott, two sisters who were serving life sentences for a controversial conviction of armed robbery. He was also a member of the Republic of New Afrika, the Malcolm X grassroots
the tax will used to fix issues that have plagued the city, including the cracked and crumbling roads and revitalizing Jackson’s outdated water and sewer system. JSU President Carolyn W. Meyers, in a statement on JSU’s website, remembers Lumumba for his hard work and diligence. “I think we’ve lost his brilliance, his strategic capability -- the way he formulated that one percent tax, got in the streets and got it passed. We lost a person of courage,” said Meyers. Meyers also stated why students at JSU admired Lumumba. “He was so visible, of course his experiences and everything were relevant to them. He spent time with us. He was at the last basketball game. He’d go in the locker room, and hearing it from a man saying, ‘Good game guys, you did a good job,’ means so much,” said Meyers. Senator Sollie B. Norwood who spoke at a program on the JSU campus Wednesday, worked closely with Lumumba on a professional and personal level.
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The late mayor of Jackson, Chokwe Lumumba. movement, and co-founder of the National Coalition of Blacks for Reparations. Lumumba took office in July 2013 after defeating incumbent mayor Harvey Johnson in the Democratic primary and Jonathan Lee in the general
election. During his short term, he was able to garner overwhelming support for the passing of a one percent sales tax in order to pay for infrastructure upgrades across the city of Jackson. The estimated $15 million in revenue that will be raised from
Norwood met with Lumumba just last week and was scheduled to get together this week regarding some activities with the city. “He ran a Poor Peoples Campaign. He was the leader in the race because he advocated for the disadvantaged. From a personal level and a professional level I talked to him about young guys that we have come in contact with. Chokwe would pick them up wherever they are and basically work with them to put them on solid footing. He was a person that never judged a person by their background but always looked at the potential they had to go on and do great things,” said Norwood. Norwood added that Jackson can do more than mourn the loss of Lumumba. “We can come together as a city to pray for his children and his family. We have to gather around and embrace his ideas and what he worked hard for. In order for us to continue his vision we all must give a little bit more of ourselves to our community,” said Norwood. “Lumumba was real, what you saw was what you get.” Lumumba Cont. on pg.8
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JSU students march to keep the “Dream” alive Taylor Bembery Associate Editor
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JSU students participate in the ‘We Are the Dream’ march.
Students at Jackson State University and Senator Sollie B. Norwood participated in the “We are The Dream” march and rally on Feb. 25 from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. The rally began on the GibbsGreen Plaza with a route that took students around the campus to commemorate those who marched, protested, and died during the Civil Rights era. The march also served as a reminder
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to students of what “The Dream” really is and what needs to be done to make sure it continues. Sen. Norwood was the guest speaker at the rally which took place before the march. Norwood is a graduate of Jackson State University Class of 1974. “You shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free,” said Norwood emphatically at the beginning of his speech. His message to the students emphasized how important they
are; not only to their university but to the community. “We have gotten relaxed; this march will serve as a reminder. Every once in a while we need to be reminded that freedom is not free. A lot of people fought and died. We need to be reminded. We need to be encouraged to continue to fight,” said Norwood. When asked if there were future civil rights leaders at JSU, Norwood quickly said,
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JSU Campus Briefs FISHERY MANAGEMENT IN THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI INVITED PRESENTATION Larry Bull, Assistant Director of Fisheries for the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks will be the speaker on Feb. 27 at 6 p.m. The event will be held in at Universities Center, room 5-1, 3825 Ridgewood Rd., Jackson, Miss. For information, contact Dr. JaeYoung Ko, at 601-432-6405. “IN THE RED AND BROWN WATER - AN ATHLETE’S JOURNEY OF SACRIFICE AND INDEPENDENCE” The Jackson State University Department of Speech and Theatre will present this highly acclaimed play Feb. 27 — Mar. 3 in the Rose E. McCoy Auditorium. The play will show at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 27 – March 1, March 3. There will be a 3
p.m. showing on March 2. There also will be a special school showing on Feb. 28 at 10 a.m. General admission is $10 and $5 for students and senior citizens with identification. 2ND ANNUAL NATIONAL RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM The symposium will be held Feb. 27-28. It will showcase the facultymentored research of undergraduate and graduate students from JSU and other institutions of higher learning in the Mississippi. The conference also aims to positively impact the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) workforce and academic pipelines. Students will present both oral and poster presentations that will be judged by experts in their respective STEM fields. Awards will be given to the winners of both oral and
poster presentations. The conference will be held at the JSU-Engineering building in Room 100.
The event will include a silent auction and opportunities to purchase raffle tickets. Refreshments will be provided. For additional MUSIC EDUCATION information, please contact DAY the Master of Social Work This workshop, which Program at 601-432-6819. is open to the campus community on Feb. 28 from 9 THE JACKSON HEART a.m.- 1 p.m., will explore new STUDY 14TH ANNUAL ideas needed to develop music CELEBRATION OF LIFE education in Mississippi. This event will honor The guest speaker will be the legacies of African Dr. Carl Hancock, president- American people and the elect of the Alabama Music Jackson Heart Study Cohort. Educators Association and Historically scheduled on the Assistant Professor of Music last Saturday in February, Education at the University of this year it is scheduled for Alabama in Tuscaloosa. This Saturday March 1, due to event will be held in the F.D. scheduling conflict. Health Hall Recital Hall. screenings are conducted and various vendors will be SOCIAL WORK MONTH on sight offering information KICK-OFF and services. Everyone is The Master of Social welcome. It will be held at Work Student Association is the Jackson Medical Mall, hosting a Mix and Mingle, 350 West Woodrow Wilson Feb. 28 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Av., Center Stage. For at the Universities Center to information, call 601-979kick-off Social Work Month. 8709 or 601-979-8736.
People Speak
Opinion
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“What civil rights leader do you relate to the most? and why?” Compiled by Mattie Rushs and Courtni Wilson
Jamarion Wright Freshman Speech Communication Jackson, Miss.
“I can relate to Medgar Evers. We both were born in the great state of Mississippi and he was brought up in a loving and affectionate household.”
Michael J. Wilson Junior Speech Communication Vicksburg, Miss. “I relate to Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. I am immensely aware and concerned for the well-being of my people and all people of different backgrounds.”
Henry Goss Sophomore Mass Communications Jackson, Miss. “I can mostly relate to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. solely because of my nonviolent attitude.”
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Krysten Shumaker Junior Mathematics Arlington, Texas
“I can relate to President John F. Kennedy in the interest of how he stood his ground on what he believed in.”
Kawanza Tenner Junior Social Work Vicksburg, Miss
“I can honestly say I can relate to Rosa Parks because she was strong willed and stood up for her rights and the rights of others.”
Craig Offiah Freshman Computer Engineering Jackson, Miss.
Tashewa Hill Junior Criminal Justice Jackson, Miss.
“Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. because he desired change in the South and also in our country, and for him to have a vision from God; he just wanted to give it back to the people that he knew needed it the most.”
“Malcolm X; I’m not violent, but I show very tough love, so if I want to get something done, I get it done.”
Tonye Zuofa Sophomore Physics Pre-Med Atlanta, Ga.
Samquinnetta Norwood Junior Social Work Florence, Miss.
Mary Thompson Junior English Jackson, Miss.
Travieis Rhynes Senior Education Tchula, Miss.
“Mary McCleod Bethume because she had a passion for children. I have been thinking a lot about being a teacher because I also have a passion for educating students.”
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“Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. because he had a dream for everybody to be equal, and I have a dream to be successful in life.”
Marnisha Toney Freshman Biology/Pre-Medicine Jackson, Miss.
“Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. because I’m all about equality, not for certain people, but all people.”
Current generation needs to wake up!
“I can relate to Rosa Parks because she was a hard working woman and the situation she was faced with could have been avoided…she is just a person I look up to.”
“Thurgood Marshall because I like changing the law and challenging rules but I am also a fair, right, and a hardworking individual.”
Mark Braboy News Editor As Black History Month comes to a close, I reflect on the mentality of our generation. Some would like for us to think that we should see ourselves in the same light as the folks in the Civil Rights Movement and feel as if we are a part of their struggle. Unfortunately, we do not deserve that honor because we are a far cry from those heroic people who risked their lives for us to have equal rights and fair treatment. How can we see ourselves in the same struggle when we cannot tackle the struggles that we have as a generation? Our mentality is far different from the young people 40 and 50 years ago, before the age of social media. How can we compare ourselves to the generations of the past when many of us don’t stand up for or support many of the
current social issues or causes that currently affect us? Many of don’t participate in any cause that will not give us the University required community service hours. The real struggle we face today as a generation is that we are selfish, oblivious, and uncaring about the issues we should really be taking a stand against. I believe this apathy started in the broken homes and neglect from the crack cocaine era of the 80s and early 90s. Unlike the previous generation, where you consistently had elders more involved with the children, many people in our generation have become disconnected from traditional family values and the whole “it takes a village to raise a child” ideology. Because of that disconnect, a lot of young people believe that there is no need for us to fight anymore and believe the Civil Rights Movement was merely a phase in time and the struggle is over. Whereas previous generations were unified and believed in helping each other, we are only out for self. We, as a generation, have lost sight of who we are and where we came from. Our support for current causes goes no farther than a “like” for a Facebook status
or Instagram picture. On campus, a lot of us do not support events and forums that we can learn from unless they are held Greek organizations. I can tell you that a lot of students, as a professor in my department once stated, would rather fight and die for Greek letters than fight and die for human rights and a quality education. Yes, there are people on this campus who are actively involved in the community, but not nearly enough. We need to wake up. The best solution I can provide is we need to look at ourselves and figure out what kind of legacy we want to leave the next generation. To really honor those who fought and died for all the freedoms and rights we have today, we must become more socially conscious and aware that the struggle is not over. I would say that if you didn’t believe me, you could ask Trayvon Martin or Jordan Davis, but they are dead. The untimely and unjust deaths of these two young black men prove that the struggle for civil rights does continue. The question is, “Will you join the fight, or become a victim of it? The views expressed in the commentary are those of the writer(s) and in no way represent the views of The Blue & White Flash.
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Honors College inducts largest class in its history Olympic games. “It dawned on me that this is really about an intellectual bullseye. That you’re hitting the mark, that you know why you came to college and that you’re a role model for not only people who are here, but for people who want to come here because you not only represent yourself, but Jackson State University,” said Renick. He added: “The gold here is the intellectual gold. In fact, that’s the best investment that you’re going to make in life. Everything else depreciates. Knowledge appreciates.” Kaylyn Caston, a junior Photo: Avi’Yam Jordan English major from Utica, Miss. James Renick, Provost/VP of Academic Affairs, congratulates Honors College students. was honored to be a part of the ceremony. Mark Braboy “This is a very prestigious College and Dr. James C. Renick, News Editor organization and it’s an honor to be Provost and Vice President of part of such a legacy. It motivates A new chapter was written in Academic Affairs. me because I want to leave an the history of the W.E.B. Dubois The room was filled with eager impact both on the school, my Honors College on Feb. 17, when students and proud friends and community and in the world. It 232 freshmen were inducted into family members as the students motivates me to strive to do my the organization. It was the largest received their pins in order of their very best academically and in all group of students inducted in its 34 respective colleges. other facets so I can help achieve years of existence. Renick reminded the students the goal of leaving my legacy one The pinning ceremony, that they represented not only day,” said Caston. “Innovative Scholars Excelling and themselves, but Jackson State John Haley, a junior business Serving the World,” was hosted University as well and compared management major from New by Dr. Loria Brown-Gordon, the the student’s academic pursuits to Orleans, La. urges students to Associate Dean of the Honors a skiing event in the 2014 Winter
think about the future and not wait until they become older to complete school. “I’m 38 right now going back to school. I wasn’t worried about the teachers since Katrina took everything away from me. And it forced me to realize that if I didn’t do something now and another storm came through and I didn’t have my plans to fall back on, what would I do? So I can take this experience and share that with other people. He added: “You’re not worried about the future now, but you need to be. You need to worry about those what if situations. What if a tornado had come through and carried your whole house apart and killed your whole family? You’d have no one to fall back on. You need to think about the future and get your education now and don’t wait until you’re 39 years old to do it.” The Honors College was founded in 1980 at JSU as a program beginning with 69 freshmen with Maria Luisa Alvarez Harvey as the director. The purpose was to provide students with an enriched education with an upgraded curriculum and academic preparation. Years later, it expanded into a division and then into a college. It was named after the historical scholar and author W.E.B. Dubois in 1991.
JSU observes International Mother Language Day George Tan Staff Writer
The Jackson State University International Student Association held its 2nd Annual International Mother Language Day Celebration on Janurary 22th in the General Purpose Room, Jacob L. Reddix Hall. This event aims to promote linguistic diversity and multilingual education, and to develop fuller awareness of linguistic and cultural traditions based on understanding, tolerance and dialogue. The new Director of Photo: Anissa Hidouk International Programs, Lokesh Shivvakumaraiah, said he has Jackson State students participated in the International Mother Language Day celebration. observed the beauty of diverse students population at Jackson State associate professor of chemistry, said Brandon Newton, a senior Chinese song. University. He is excited and ready to a documentary video produced chemistry major from Jackson, Lufat Rahman, President of the work with the international students by Indian graduate students, and Miss. International Association, stated that to make them feel comfortable at JSU, Arabic and Ethiopian dances. He added that he enjoyed the this was the most unique and special and to bring in more study abroad Many students felt that the event middle eastern music the most and experience she has shared with her program to American students to was a chance to be immersed in the the Chinese food provided. fellow American classmates. get international experience. many cultures represented at JSU. “I am a proud product of the International Mother Language The celebration provided “This event is not for JSU study abroad program. I can Day was declared a holiday by a chance for Jacksonians to international students, it’s for all speak Chinese fluently. I enjoyed the 30th session of the General understand different cultures. our JSU students. I was amazed to the fellowship with international Conference of UNESCO in 1999 The event included a musical see the cultural dances and enjoyed friends,” said Kirby Kendrick, a has been celebrated at JSU since performance by the Bangladesh talking to the international students senior economics major from February 2000. students led by Alamgir Hossain, whom I learned so much from,” Jackson, Miss. who fluently sang a
MissJSUinterest meeting held Avi’Yam Jordan MC Practicum Student On Friday Feb., 21 the Miss JSU interest meeting was held and four young ladies learned that it takes more than a pretty face to reign as queen of Jackson State University. During the meeting they received an in-depth view of what it takes to have a successful and productive reign. The potential candidates also learned that there will be a few changes to this year’s pageant. Still clean, professional and fun, the ladies who participate will be able to show the audience who they truly are in a sophisticated manner by implementing the vision of outgoing Miss JSU, Déjà Knight. “We want the university to feel connected to the young ladies and get an opportunity to know them and see who they truly are,” said Kimberly Morgan-Myles, pageant consultant and former Miss Mississippi. “We want the judges to have a hard time to choose just three. We want to take the pageant to the next level and for the community to feel more connected to the future student ambassadors of the university.” Graceful, poised, articulate and kind are a few traits that are highly desired in a potential queen of the university. However a stellar GPA, talent and leadership skills are also a priority. The pageant, which will be sponsored by the JSU Center for Student Engagement and Inclusion, will also feature a diverse group of judges this year. The pageant is going to be a fair game. Admonishments against precampaigning and bashing were discussed in the meeting and all potential candidates where advised on how to conduct a successful campaign without getting ugly. Morgan-Myles, former Miss Alcorn State University, Miss Mississippi and Miss America contestant said that pageant will be both simple and elegant. “We want a new feel while keeping the tradition,” said Morgan-Myles. “Be true to who you are, do not give less than the best. The position, the title and the crown is beyond you. It’s about making a difference in the university, community, and state of Mississippi.” Applications are still available in the Student Center if any young ladies missed the meeting. Nominations are on March 24, 2014. The Miss JSU Pageant takes place on April 7, 2014 and election day is April 11, 2014. If you have any questions or concerns contact the Center for Student Engagement and Inclusion at 601-979-1179.
SGA revises Student Constitution
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The members of the Jackson State University Student Government Association felt the need to revise the constitution in order to add clarity, resolve inconsistencies, and provide more structure to the organization’s governing document in relations to the election process, additional positions, and redundancies. If students have questions, concerns, or any additions they feel need to be made, they are free to voice their concerns to the SGA Vice President, SGA Parliamentarian, and/or members of the Constitution Revision Committee. They are free to come to the Center for Student Engagement and Inclusion located in the JSU Student Center, Suite 2147 to ask questions. Also, students may attend the bi-weekly Student Senate meeting on Monday, March 17, 2014 to be held in the Senate Chambers at 6 p.m. For more information, call 601-979-3323 Proposed constitutional revisions follow: PREAMBLE We the undergraduate students of Jackson State University, in order to promote the cultural, ethical, and social activities of student life; to encourage the clear and continuous exchange of ideas between the student body, faculty, university administration, and the local community; and to uphold the intentions and the objectives of Jackson State University, do ordain and establish this Constitution along with its statutes and by-laws for the Jackson State University Student Government Association. ARTICLE I NAME AND OBJECTIVES Section 1. Name: The name of this organization shall be the Jackson State University Student Government Association and shall also in this text be referred to as the SGA. Jurisdiction: All full-time undergraduate students who are enrolled at Jackson State University (the student body) shall be the constituent body of the Student Government Association and shall be subject to this Constitution, its By-Laws, and the Statutes of the Student Government Association. The Student Government Association does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, national origin, age, or handicap. Section III. Advisory Personnel The advisory personnel for the SGA are requested by the Executive Branch prior to the start of the elected officials’ academic year and approved by the Director of the Center for Student Engagement and Inclusion in conjunction with the Dean of Students. In the event that the Executive Branch is unable to reach a decision for an advisor, the Dean of Students shall appoint. Section IV. Attendance Policy A. All SGA officials are required to attend all scheduled and special SGA meetings, general Student Body meetings, and participate in all SGA mandated functions and activities. B. In regard to absences: 1. Each officer is allowed two unexcused absences a semester. 2. For each office hour missed Officers shall be assessed a half (1/2) absence. 3. In the case of an absence the Officer should notify the SGA President and Executive Secretary at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting or activity. 4. Absences may be excused if a letter is submitted to the SGA President and Executive Secretary within in 48 hours of the meeting and deemed excusable by two-thirds (2/3) vote of the class council (elected officers) excluding the Officer in question. Section V Types of Meetings A. General Student Body Meeting – members of the Student Body meet to obtain information about the welfare of the Student Government and its activities; to address issues and concerns. B. Student Government Association Meeting (members ONLY) – the members of the SGA meet to discuss issues and items within the SGA C. Special Meetings – may be called at any time at the discretion of the SGA President regarding issues concerning the governing body, specific members, or councils. Section VI. Frequency of Meetings A. The members of the SGA shall meet as a body at least once a month. B. The executive council shall meet at least once before the general body meeting. C. The members of the Student Body shall meet as a body at least once a month. D. Special meetings may be called at the discretion of the President. Section III. Election and Appointment of Executive Officers A. The Student Government Association President and Vice President shall be elected according to majority of votes cast by the Student Body. B. The candidate for President must have successfully completed a minimum of 90 credit hours and a maximum of 126 earned hours prior to assuming office, and have been enrolled at Jackson State University five (5) semesters prior to their candidacy. Additionally, the candidate for President must have held an elected position in the SGA on the Executive, Judicial, or Legislative Council for at least one full term (academic year) prior to candidacy. No student may serve as President of the SGA Student Government Association for more than one elected term. The position of President requires commitment and therefore, the SGA President shall not hold the presidency of any other organization during their term of office. C. The Vice President must have completed at least two (2) semesters at Jackson State University and a minimum of 60 earned hours. They shall have served at least one full term in the SGA on the legislative council. Section IV. Duties and Power of the Student Government Association President D. If for any reason the SGA president cannot fulfill his/her term, he/she shall be proceeded immediately by the SGA vice president. Section V. Duties and Powers of the Vice President C. If for any reason the SGA vice president is unable to fulfill his/her duties, the Pro-Temp of the senate will be appointed to carry out the term as the SGA vice president. Section VII Duties and Powers of the Executive Secretary A. Serve as the official historian of the Student Government Association by keeping a scrapbook containing flyers, pictures and programs of all Student government Association sponsored events.. B. Maintain an attendance record for each SGA sponsored event. Duties and Powers of the Executive Assistant Secretary A. Perform the duties of the SGA Secretary in his/her absence. B. Assist the Secretary with his/her assignments. C. Follow all requests prescribed to him/her by the SGA President and/or Executive Secretary. D. Serve as official Secretary to Standing Committees. E. Adhere to Attendance Policy. Duties and Powers of the Parliamentarian A. Make a complete compilation of the constitution and all valid statutes in conformation with such numbering systems, style contents, and characteristics to be made available for publication and distribution immediately. B. Must strictly Robert’s Rules of Order and make accessible a copy of the most recent edition of Robert’s Rules of order to members of the SGA upon request. C. Duties and Powers of the Historian D. A. Serve as the official historian of the Student Government Association by keeping a scrapbook containing flyers, pictures and programs of all Student Government Association sponsored events.. E. B. Keep official roster from each previous year’s administration (i.e. elected officials, president’s cabinets, ad-hoc, and standing committee chairs.) F. Section I. Class Authority G. The class branch shall be the elected o r appointed members of class council. All powers of the class council shall be vested in the council members and advised by the class advisor. (offer suggestions and be a voice of reason). H. The class king and queen shall have participated in a pageant/showcase. I. All members of the class council are to have participated in mandatory events as scheduled by the election commission during spring elections to qualify those persons for their respective positions. Section XI. Duties and Powers of Class King and Queen A. Both the class King and Queen shall have never been married and not have a child B. Article VII Committees C. Section I. Standing Committees D. Standing committees are permanent committees that meet regularly during the term of the elected officials that appoint them. E. 100.1 The President’s Cabinet shall consist of the following officer and directors who shall be appointed by the President of the Student Government Association: F. I. The Director of Graduate Student Involvement
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“Black History Makers” bridge the gap between JSU students
Taylor Bembery Associate Editor
The 2nd Annual “Black History Makers” forum took place at Jackson State University on Feb. 20 in the Dollye M.E. Robinson Liberal Arts Building. The keynote speaker was seasoned journalist and author, Charles E. Cobb, Jr. Cobb is a former member of National Geographic Magazine’s editorial staff and one of the founders of the National Association of Black Journalism (NABJ). He is currently senior writer and diplomatic correspondent for AllAfrica.com, the leading online provider of news from and about Africa. His latest book, “On The Road to Freedom, a Guided Tour of the Civil Rights Trail,” was published in January 2008. On July 24, 2008 the NABJ honored Cobb’s work by inducting him into their Hall of Fame. The book operates on two levels. The first level is a straightforward travel guide. “If you’re interested in the civil rights movement and want to learn more about it. Where should you go? What are the important places of the movement? My book has 400 places to travel to,” said Cobb. The other dimension of the book is that it gives the back-story
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JSU students pose with journalist and author, Charles E. Cobb Jr. and former NABJ President, Kathy Times. of the places that people would not think are significant. “There are many places more than just geography. It’s the places, also the events, the people and the times that give shape to any particular piece. You could be looking at a field that is empty but 40 years ago may have been the sight of a freedom school in Mississippi or may have been the sight of a church that is no longer there because the Klu Klux Klan blew it up. The book attempts to fill in those gaps that are generally missing from the history and
Americans travel, so why not travel to see civil rights sights?” said Cobb. Cobb also spoke about the importance of the state of Mississippi to him and his book. Mississippi is the biggest chapter in the book. “Its my own pre-disposition. I worked in the state of Mississippi for almost five years as a civil rights organizer; I’m more knowledgeable about this state than any single state in the south and that’s reflected in the number of pages in my book. All the places
in the south where civil rights struggled, Mississippi probably had the greatest impact in not only changing Mississippi but the nation itself,” said Cobb. Kathy Times, former president of NABJ, is responsible for inviting Cobb to speak at JSU. She is also considered to be a “Black History Maker.” Times was the 18th President of NABJ elected by the membership to serve the 2009-2011 term. The Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter lives in Jackson, Miss. and previously served NABJ as
Vice President-Broadcast from 2007-2009. Times shared some advice for students that plan to successful in any career. “Shoot for the moon and be prepared be, over prepared. Networking really is key to success in any business especially journalism because people tend to hire people they know and like. If you’re not in the right circle, not getting the right type of exposure, and not getting the right type of advice its tough to succeed in any career. Journalism is a small fraternity so connecting with the right mentors, making the right connections, and getting the best advice is key to your success,” said Times. Brandon Taylor, a graduate student from Clarksdale, Miss., works in The CoFo Civil Rights and Education Center at JSU. He said that studying history is not only his major but his passion as well. “Today is our “Black History Maker” day where we celebrate great people as well as upcoming students at JSU. You have so much going on during this era so events like this takes students back to get a sense of who they are, where they are from, and where will they go in the future,” said Taylor.
JSU ROTC turns Choctaw Trails into Africa for three days Taylor Bembery Associate Editor
The Central African Republic (CAR) was located right down the road from Jackson State University at Choctaw Trails in Jackson, Miss. for 3 days. The simulation took place from Feb. 21 to Feb. 23 in an effort to help train JSU ROTC Cadets for deployment missions. The CAR is currently in the midst of a civil war between Muslims and Christians with well documented killings, torture and rapes. In December 2013, 1000 people were killed in the sectarian conflict. France deployed 1,600 soldiers to try to stop the violence. JSU ROTC students camped out in tents, ate MRE (military meals ready to eat) food packages, and trained as if they were in an actual deployment overseas. The simulation even included volunteered civilians and eight students from the JSU Department of Mass Communications that served as the media accompanied by the troops during the mission. One of the simulations taught cadets how to patrol. Patrolling is a
military tactic in which small groups or individual units are deployed from a larger formation to achieve a specific objective and then return. Anthony Fuller, S4 and Cadet Captain of the Battalion, said the ROTC simulations are very real. “Walking them through different scenarios, different missions will help them in a big deal. They are actually out here in the woods with weapons and training. This is the realest the ROTC can get. I have done simulations more than 30 times. Now I am just here overseeing the trainings,” said Fuller. Stedman Homan, an S5 Cadet, helps underclassmen cadets in the program to prepare in case of deployment. “My position is the S5. S5 is usually dealing with the civil affairs and recruitment. I am a senior cadet of this ROTC program. I will be commissioning on May 2. My role right now is usually to evaluate the underclassmen cadets that are going through the program. I deal with the media and any concerns dealing with the cadets,” said Homan. Shavon Marbory, a junior biology.pre-veterinarian major from
Meridian, Miss., is a cadet and has only been in the program for about a year but said the mission went well from the time they were at base to the rehearsals of the movement. “Some people didn’t know the gist of the whole movement but the specialty teams kept us on track and lead us through the mission. Attention to detail and communication could have been improved. I learned how to have a better command in presence, to take action, and to take responsibility in what I have to do. I also learned that the timeline is very important to get yourself ready for battle,” said Marbory. Homan believes these simulations are very important for students. “The simulations are relatively important for these cadets because it is reality. When these cadets in the future get commissioned and go to the actual army, they will be going overseas and actually dealing with the media on the battlefield. They need to know how to interact and how to protect the media, it is very important,” said Homan. This particular simulation was
Photo: Taylor Bembery
JSUROTC participants in the Choctaw Trails simulation. the first time the ROTC has ever collaborated with the Department of Mass Communications. This gave ROTC students the ultimate simulation experience. Emmanuel Ngwainmbi, chair of the Mass Communications Department, has worked hand and hand with military affairs at JSU to make the participation of students possible. He said he hopes the collaboration will continue for years to come. Tenesha Hughes, a senior Mass Communications major from Columbus, Miss., participated in the simulation as the media. She said it was a great experience being
able to do hands on international journalism. “I was able to actually see what the ROTC does. We got to follow behind them while being able to take pictures, videos, and get footage. They work really hard and get down and dirty. I was protected by two cadets through the simulation, making it feel like a real experience,” said Hughes. The collaboration will not only help prepare ROTC students for the battle field but Mass Communications students that plan to explore a career in international journalism.
Variety 5 types of men you
meet in college
Avi’Yam Jordan MC Practicum Student Men with 4.0s... Men with many h%#s. Men that play with footballs... Men that play with hearts. While attending an HBCU in the south, I meet many characters, from different states and even different countries. From my experience with the opposite sex, these are the types of men I have met in college. Some men fall into one category, while others are a mix of a few. Brace yourselves...
The Professional
The man who doesn’t miss any of his classes. He usually has a 3.7 GPA or above. This guy is the man that every girl wants to marry, but does not want to date in college. He is the so called “nice
guy” that the girls on the college campus usually pass up and only talk to when they need to copy his homework. (Cause everyone knows that he completes ALL his assignments.) Every once in a while, the professional will get some play from the ladies, but after most girls exchange numbers with him, they get bored talking to him via text, and when he calls he goes straight to voice mail. To most women, the professional will make a great study buddy, and maybe a great husband since many tend to major in medicine, science, engineering, e.t.c. The professional tends to lay low and go very unnoticed.
The Player
Whenever you see this man, best believe there will be females. He’s young, he’s handsome, and
he has the swag and confidence to make women drop the panties in a HEARTBEAT. Though there are freshmen that are players, the majority of them tend to be upperclassmen that prey on women in every class, especially the FRESHMEN GIRLS. Most players tend to party, club, and are infamous for the line, “You wanna come to my room to chill and watch movies?” Ladies, please know that you are worth an actually DATE to the movies, and that the day you walk into his dorm (or apartment) to see a cheap bootleg DVD that he doesn’t even watch was a waste of your time. The player tends to have average grades, because he puts most of his energy into hanging with his guys and going on the hunt for poon tang. Don’t be the booty call ladies, please know your worth before the players on campus try to define it.
The Athlete
Busy men. Practice, study hall, more practice! College sports can intense, but the athletes sure do know how to make time for what they want. The athletes come in two forms: The athletes that play for the love of the game and athletes that play for the love of the benefits. We all know that one athlete that goes above and beyond. He busts his butt in practice and on top of that is the star of his team. Soon enough this man is going to throw up
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the deuces to his teammates and make it to the big leagues. This guy has the campus groupies but places them to the left and the beneficial athlete swoops them up from the right. The beneficial athlete is the athlete that takes pride in the status that he has with his title. He always mentions how he is on the team and claims he has groupies. He wants to be like the star player and get the respect, love, and women like the star, but does not put in as much effort. He usually has mediocre grades and doesn’t do much other than eat, sleep, have sex, practice, and play.
The Frat Man
The list could go on and on about the numerous amounts of frats you will meet in college. Men in fraternities can be somewhat of an aphrodisiac to some women. These groups of men with swag stomping the yard, strolling, and throwing parties. They can be grouped into the pretty boys, the rough neck thugs, and other personality traits that can draw different types of women to them in an instant. However, with the frat man, women need to be on their toes. Is he genuinely interested? Or are you a conquest to be told to his frat brothers? Does he spend time with you in public? Take you out on dates? Calls and texts you daily? Shows respect and appreciation towards you on a CONSTANT basis? Frat men can be really good men, but
if you are to date one, it’s best to do so if you are a upperclassmen. A freshman and a frat man can work, but it’s always best to figure out how the men on campus are and to have a feel for your environment before jumping into a relationship with a frat man two months into your first year in college.
The John Doe
Go to class, chill, eat, sleep, repeat, is the routine of the John Doe. There is honestly nothing wrong with being the John Doe. The John Doe is the average college man that just wants to make it. He doesn’t have a stellar GPA like a professional, he doesn’t have a female entourage like a player, he isn’t much of an athlete, and doesn’t belong to a frat, but is still a cool dude to shoot the breezes with. Most John Does come in two categories. The cool dude and the wannabe. The cool dude John Doe has great conversation, might be involved in a club or two, and just wants to make friends and enjoy his college experience. The wannabe John Doe is the average man that likes to convince people he is more that what he is. He wants to be like the player or the frat man and have great popularity, but unlike the cool dude, it’s so obvious he’s not being himself. He’s a nobody that is very insecure within himself and lives in a fantasy world were every thing is more than what it is.
“Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler” let the good times roll for Mardi Gras Harmonese Pleasant MC301 Contributor
It is about that time to laissez le bon temps rouler (meaning let the good times roll in French) in 2014. With Mardi Gras swiftly approaching, it’s time to start planning. This year Fat Tuesday, the biggest celebration that occurs during Mardi Gras, falls on Tuesday, March 4th. According to americancatholic. org, Mardi Gras, often referred to as “Fat Tuesday,” is the last day of the Carnival season. Mardi Gras falls on the day before Ash Wednesday, which is also the first day of Lent. Fat Tuesday can fall on any Tuesday between February 3rd and March 9th. The origins or Mardi Gras are traced back to medieval Europe. Although today when most think of Mardi Gras, New Orleans comes to mind. New Orleans was established in 1718, but Mardi Gras celebrations
did not begin until the 1730’s. By the 1830’s, street processions were added to the celebration with carriages and horseback riders. Many people will be heading to the historic city of New Orleans from Feb. 28 – March 4 this year for the fabulous parades, beads, balls and carnival atmosphere. When asked if he had ever been to been to Mardi Gras, Rodney Chism, Director of Jazz Ensemble II at Jackson State University said, “Yes, I used to go all the time, it was a fun experience.” He plans to attend this year as well. When discussing Mardi Gras, you cannot forget colorful King Cakes that are a prominent part of the festivities. Inside each cake is a tiny baby, usually plastic or porcelain. The person who receives the slice with the baby is asked to host next year’s party and supply the King Cake. There are various types of king cakes, some cakes stuffed or topped with different flavors of
cream cheese and fruit fillings. With the mid-terms fast approaching, many students plan to take a mini-vacation to the Big Easy to participate in the festivities. “I haven’t been to Mardi Gras, the only thing I know about Mardi Gras is Fat Tuesday and women flashing their boobs to get beads, but I do plan on going this year,” said Candace Fairley, a junior biology/ pre-med major from Magee, Miss. Some JSU students who have attended the event say students should be aware of the good and bad that comes with the event. “I would say the worst part was walking, I was sore from walking around but it was an exciting experience. There was good food and I participated in all the festivities. I loved the street cars and the parades,” said Erin Payton, a junior biology/ pre-med major from Jackson, Miss. Brian Carter, a sophomore political science major from New
Orleans, La. said, “I would say the best thing about Mardi Gras is the energy. People are so care free and everyone has a great time. But the worst is the crowd. Sometimes it’s so many people. Hopefully I can
make is this year, if my classes don’t interfere.” For those of you who will be traveling, stay safe and have fun and remember, laissez les bons temps rouler!!
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News
Celebrating the achievements of African-American Olympians Candace Chambers Staff Writer
With the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics in full effect in the month of February, the achievements of AfricanAmerican U.S. Olympians should be highlighted. From swimming to gymnastics, and even in the sport of bobsledding, AfricanAmericans are shining their athletic light in competitions From left to right: Cullen Jones, swimmer; Gabby Douglas, gymnast; and Vonetta Flowers, bobsledder. to showcase talent from all over the world. Cullen Jones, three medals. As a member of in the team and individual same Olympics. Her journey Gabby Douglas, and Vonetta the 400m medley relay team, all-around competitions. is not over because she Flowers are making history he received a gold medal. He According to gabrielledouglas. plans to compete in the 2016 one medal at a time. achieved silver in both the org, she is “the first American Olympics in Rio de Janerio, Cullen Jones is an Olympic 50m free and 400 free relay. gymnast to win gold in both Brazil. swimmer and member of the He is the current American the gymnastic individual allVonetta Flowers is the U.S.A. National Swimming record holder in the 50m free around and team competitions first African-American to Team. He became the first relay. at the same Olympic games.” win a Gold Medal in the African-American to break Gabby Douglas amazed Introduced to gymnastics by Winter Olympics. This a long-course world record the hearts of many as she way of a cartwheel, Douglas Olympian began bobsledding according to usaswimming. performed in the 2012 London is also the only female in at the age of 26 and was an org. At the 2012 Olympic Summer Olympics. The young history to earn both Team and Olympic champion in the Games in London, Jones won gymnast won gold medals Individual gold medals in the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter
March
Lumumba
“Absolutely yes! Jackson State is the hub of civil rights and every time I walk on campus and I pass by Alexander Hall, I think about Gibbs and Green and the impact they had on my life. I was an incoming freshman and that night on May 14 really inspired Photo: Taylor Bembery me to be at JSU more than ever JSU students participate in the ‘We Are the Dream’ march. because students were standing up for what they believed was (Ashley) Norwood helped At the end of the march, right. I wanted to join in that,” promote the march in an effort students held hands on the said Norwood. “We have gotten a to get students at JSU involved. pedestrian walkway in a circle little relaxed but I think we need “Ashley has always been a of prayer. The prayer was for a to reignite the fire and move full very caring and considerate better tomorrow and an end to speed ahead.” person. I just really admire her, injustice and violence among the He also stated that change probably more than she would youth. Ashley Norwood shared her usually starts with the youth ever realize. She has always given her last and it’s not about me thoughts on the overall outcome getting involved. “When you look at our history, being in the position that I’m of the march. “I am pleased with the most of our movements began in. Ashley has always been that with young people. Jackson State way and I always admired her for students that did come out, however I wish it would have really could be a great catalyst that,” said the Sen. Norwood. The students who marched been more on a colossal level. for change in this state. What happens at JSU can be replicated around the campus held signs Not only participation from at Mississippi Valley, Alcorn, etc. with powerful messages and Jackson State, but Tougaloo, We see what is happening at Ole sang songs such as “We Shall Millsaps, and students from Miss with the Meredith statue Over Come”, “Lift Every Voice other schools because it’s the vandalism and it turns back the and Sing”, and “Amazing Grace”, same message we preach all over hands of time. We don’t condone reminiscent of civil rights the United States of America and the world,” she stated. “I do think that but at the same token it is an marches of the past. “I decided to participate in that we should have marches in opportunity for our students to the “We are The Dream” march other movements because it gives unite and challenge issues that because in order to know where us the opportunity to come out of they go through,” said Norwood. you are going, you have to know character, come out of pleasures, Norwood is the father of your past, I am King!” said Clincy come out of our ordinary lives Ashley Norwood, a senior Harris, a junior social science and do something that will make English journalism major from and political science double a difference and bring awareness.” Jackson, Miss. major from Jackson, Miss.
Travieis Rhynes, a senior education major from Tchula, Miss., met Lumumba on numerous occasions and said the mayor had an authentic and kind disposition that made people gravitate to him. “I feel that a lot of his goals didn’t have enough time to get them done simply because I don’t think the city of Jackson was actually ready for a radical Mayor like Lumumba. He was someone that was willing to work hard and fix different aspects of the city. I don’t think any other mayor would have come up with the idea for the city to vote to raise taxes by 1%, which will make a positive impact on the city. I just hope the interim mayor will keep the train rolling down the right track to implement the vision of Lumumba,” said Rhynes. Rhynes also feels that JSU students can do more to help continue the vision of Mayor Lumumba. “As students we need to do more than the required 120 community service hours for graduation. That would be a major impact in efforts to help the city of Jackson. JSU is creating new leaders and it all starts here,” said Rhynes. Thaddius Wright, a junior English major from Chicago, Ill, said: “He was a mentor, friend,
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Olympics. Not only was she the first African-American to win a gold medal in the winter Olympics, but she is the “1st person of African descent from any country to win a Gold Medal in the Winter Olympics,” as stated on vonettaflowers.com. This all-around athlete played volleyball, basketball, and ran track in high school, but bobsledding took home the gold. and my Mayor. Mayor Lumumba always had great things to say and reminded me very much of Dr. John A. Peoples Jr. He will truly be missed for he was a great leader to black history. Rest in peace young fellow.” Karen Knox, a junior English education major from Jackson, Miss., stated: “I am shocked by the death of Mayor Lumumba. He was a great leader and I’m saddened that he wasn’t able to complete the vision that he had for the City of Jackson.” Charles Tillman, a city council member, was sworn in as Interim Mayor, until further notice. Lumumba leaves behind a legacy and vision for the city of Jackson. His development plans featured: People’s Assemblies to help set city policies; Energy Efficiency in city buildings; Public Transportation with clean energy buses, metro-rail, and walking and bike trails; Recycling and zero waste; Urban gardening and farming; Cooperative Development and Incubator, making it a division of the Jackson Department of Planning and Development; and a Cooperative Fund to leverage city funds with money from philanthropies, credit unions, banks, socially responsible corporations, and individual donors and investors to create co-ops. At press time, funeral services for Mayor Lumumba had not been announced.
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African-American women were predecessors of black literature Crystal Killingsworth Staff Writer/Photographer
Some fifty odd years ago, to be black and to be female were two of the most restricting characteristics that could be associated with a person. If you were AfricanAmerican, then you were considered inferior to Caucasians and were limited in certain liberties or rights that were awarded to everyone. Consequently, if you were unfortunate enough to also be female, then you were not only in bondage the of social status but of sexual inferiority also. Since then, African -Americans have overcome restrictions in politics, diplomacy, science, and literature and have made extraordinary marks in history. According to www.Infoplease. com, Phillis Wheatley, Gwendolyn Elizabeth Brooks, and Toni Morrison are just a few of African-American women who have become the predecessors of literature who overcame barriers in literature that paved a new future in writing for future generations.
Phillis Wheatley (1753?1784): Phillis Wheatley perhaps set the precedent for all future
African American writers as she was the first black slave woman to obtain relevance in the United States by getting her poetry published. The eighteenth century poet was originally born in Africa, but became a house slave for a Boston couple who ironically enough recognized her intelligence and wit and decided to educate and encourage her writings. The publication of “Poems of Various Subjects, Religious and Moral” a collection of thirty-nine poems brought her fame from both England and the American Colonies, political leaders like President George Washington, and other African American writers both past and present. In her poems she wrote inconspicuously about the struggles of enslavement and the miracles of religion to help cope with it. After the death of her master, Wheatley was emancipated and attempted to start a family. However, after the imprisonment of her husband, and the death of two of her infant babies, Wheatley fell into poverty and ultimately died of an illness. Wheatley broke down lot of barriers when she was the first woman to be published and opened the door for many future A. A. writers today. Shanel James, a 20-year-old English major from Magnolia, Miss. says that she has high regard for Phillis Wheatley and he plight to become a published writer. “To be the first black poet in America to publish a book, and to do this while still a slave, a female slave at that, is something I greatly admire,” said James. James went on to say that she too would like to have her written
material published. “Her works also inspire me to continue writing my poems and stories so that I too can one day get published,” said James.
street dialect and In the Mecca were she writes more radically. Brooks spent the remainder of her time encouraging others to write by sponsoring writers’ workshops in Chicago and poetry contests at prisons. In 1990 her works were permanently stored in Chicago State University established in the Gwendolyn Brooks Center on its campus.
Gwendolyn Elizabeth Brooks (1917-2000): Gwendolyn
Elizabeth Brooks was as impressive of a writer as she was an activist. Brooks, who grew up in the slums of Chicago, created her own style of writing utilizing free verse, ballads, and sonnets to speak out on oppression of blacks and women in America. The American Poet went on to break racial barriers when she wrote about African Americans being spurned and prejudiced by their own people because of arguments of darker and lighter complexions. Through her unusual technique of writing and subject matter, Brooks earned the status of being the first Black woman to win a Pulitzer Prize. The coveted prize was awarded to her for the poem Annie Allen which follows the experiences of a young black girl as she enters into adulthood. After some time, she took on a new tone and vision of writing and began writing in more simple writing styles. These works include her poem Riot where she writes in
Toni
Morrison
(1931-Present): One could say that Toni Morrison, originally named Chloe Anthony Wofford, was a literary giant of the 1980s and 1990s. She started her trek in literature after graduating from Howard University with her B.A. 1953 and later her M.F.A. at Cornell in 1955. Her fiction is renowned for its poetic speech, extensive detail, emotional intensity, and insightful observation of American life as viewed from a variety of AfricanAmerican perspectives. Her very first novel, The Bluest Eye in 1979 which involves girl ruined by a racist society and its violence, gave her recognition in the literary world. However, she became established a one of America’s
leading novelists after her novel Song of Solomon in 1977 earned her the National Book Award. The book entails a middleclass man who achieves selfknowledge through the discovery of his rural black heritage. Her later fiction includes Beloved in 1987, which earned her a Pulitzer Prize which depicts a powerful account of mother love, murder, and the legacy of slavery; and Jazz (1992), a tale of love and murder set in Harlem in the 1920s. Some of her other novels are Sula, Tar Baby ,Paradise, Love, A Mercy and Home. In addition to her academic merits she has Morrison has held a plethora of academic offices such including who was being an influential editor at Random House for nearly two decades, a professor at Princeton University since 1989 and was the founder (1994) of the Princeton Atelier, a writers’ and performers’ workshop. Her book Beloved won the 1988 Pulitzer Prize; in 1993 she was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature. Dominique Triplett, a 21-year-old senior Double major in English and Mass Communications from Jackson, Miss, says that she admires Toni Morrison’s unique technique of writing in some of the works she has viewed. “Her style of writing in my opinion is very complex especially with works such as Beloved and the Bluest Eye,” said Triplett. The legendary writers above established much in their lifetime and their legacy continues to encourage and inspire other writers.
Ten little known reasons to embrace being black Compiled by Avi’Yam Jordan MC Practicum Student
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Martial arts in Asia have more Black influence than many of us know. A Japanese proverb says, “For a samurai to be brave, he must have a bit of black blood.”
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Northern African countries civilized much of Europe, introducing astronomy, chemistry, physics, mathematics and geography.
3. Libraries were nonexistent in Christian Europe until the African presence appeared. Ninety-nine percent of Europe was illiterate with only two universities until
Africans created seventeen.
4. Africans influenced the medieval times in Europe. In 711-1492 the African Moors conquered all of Spain, creating medieval castles and mosques. 5. Blues, country, hiphop, jazz, R&B and rock & roll all have African-American origins. 6. The traffic signal, portable refrigeration system, ice cream scoop and 3-D glasses were created by AfricanAmericans 7. Black hair is the most versatile. Anyone can straighten their hair, but not
everyone can rock an Afro or dreadlocks.
8. People of African ancestry are the mothers and fathers of civilization. The oldest skeletons to mankind were found in eastern Africa. 9. Blacks reap the fountain of youth! Due to the melanin in the skin of Blacks, they age gracefully. 10. The Black race is full of perseverance. Blacks have endured many forms of oppression, such as slavery, Jim Crow and modern day racial discrimination and still rise. http://www.thehistorymakers.com http://blackhistorystudies.com
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The Blue & White Flash
Page 12 - February 27, 2014
Work hard, play hard: Let’s support spring sports
Graphic by Kierra Thomas
COMMENTARY
Candace Chambers Staff Writer
Last Sunday, the Winter Olympics in Sochi ended with the world celebrating the greatest athletes in sports ranging from free-style skiing to snowboarding. These
individuals train year-round to compete for the gold medal recognition. Just as the ice skaters and bobsledders receive special coverage on television and attracts audiences of support from viewers at home, athletes of spring sports at Jackson State University should also
be recognized equally for their talents and dedication to the sports they love most. In the spring, bowling, softball, baseball, track, soccer, tennis, and golf take center stage on the campus. We should attend these games and events to encourage the appreciation of our athletic Tigers.
Student athletes deserve the spotlight of over packed crowds and appreciations. We are currently privileged at JSU to be home of the 2013 SWAC Champion baseball team and women’s soccer team. Spring sports can bring new milestones to the collegiate experience. Watching a baseball
or softball game is a great moment to share with friends. Attending a track meet can inspire one to go for a morning jog. Many events are out of state, but this can also be an opportunity for a road trip. Although we sometimes are unaware of the rules and plays of some sports, the internet is at our hands as we can search for information. Our student athletes at Jackson State practice many long hours, while continuously making the effort to excel in the classroom for the ultimate goal of their degree. My message to the students at Jackson State is that we should pack the fields for the spring sports just as we pack the stadium for the football team and the AAC for the basketball team. I encourage spring athletes is to continue to achieve greatness and as the four-time Olympic Gold Medalist, Usain Bolt once said, “I work hard, and I do good, and I’m going to enjoy myself. I’m not going to let you restrict me.”
“Do you think students should be more supportative of spring sports such as baseball, softball, tennis and soccer?”
Compiled by Crystal Killingsworth Staff Writer/Photographer
Breea Jamerson Senior Therapeutic Recreation Los Angeles Softball Player
“Yes, because it gives us more motivation when we know that we have a strong support system behind us at the games.”
Courtni Wilson Junior Mass Communications Brandon, Miss. Non-Athletic Student
“Yes, because our school already supports sports such as football and basketball heavily so we should give just as much attention to the other teams.”
Ciera McLendon Freshman Biology Waynesboro, Miss.
Former Soccer Player
“Yes, because people tend to underestimate all the hard work that athletes go through.”
Gaylan Johnson Freshman Accounting Birmingham, Ala.
Harshini Reddy Senior Biology Bangalore, India
Kurt Rankin Freshman Biology Waynesboro, Miss.
“Yes, because we represent the school athletically so we should have some sort of support system during the season.”
“Yes, I think students should have school spirit for people who represent the university in any way.”
“Yes, but considering this is a HBCU, these sports tend to not be very popular to a predominately large African-Americans crowd.”
Softball Player
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