Vol. 76 / No. 12
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New School of Journalism and Media Studies excites future journalists and communicators Special to the Flash Jackson State University is the first historically black college or university in the state of Mississippi to open a School of Journalism and Media Studies. JSU President Carolyn W. Meyers made the official announcement Nov. 12 at the Mississippi e-Center@ JSU where the School is located. Only two other universities in Mississippi, The University of Mississippi and the University of Southern Mississippi, have a School of Journalism or Mass Communication. Jackson State becomes the 7th out of 106 HBCUs in the nation (three private and
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three public universities) to house schools of journalism, media or communication. Communication students are excited about the announcement and what it will mean to their career aspirations. Jhade’ Norris, a junior mass communication major from Chicago, Ill., said: “I feel that the new School of journalism and Media Studies will benefit students because it will bring new experiences, curriculum, and professors. I am eager as a student to see what the future holds for the department.” Orionna Brumfield, a senior from Brookhaven, Miss., said even though she
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graduates in May, she is happy to see the department expand. “It’s great to see my department revamped. We have a new team of teachers, staff, and administration who are ready to put in the necessar y work to ensure us more resources and media education so we can be prepared for life after graduation. I’ll be graduating next semester, but I will take advantage of all the new opportunities available from our new School of Journalism.” Cor y Davis, a senior from Vicksburg, Miss., also is excited about the school. “I think the changes can lead to great things. The
department is really evolving in a positive way,” said Davis. “Although it is a little bittersweet for me because I am a graduating senior and I won’t get to experience all of the changes that are coming in the future.” The major focus of the School is to become a national leader in producing high quality multi-media journalists and mass communicators. Current concentrations in the Department of Mass Communication are integrated marketing, media production and multi-media journalism. Sequences to be added to the School will include sports media, advertising and public
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relations. New offerings will include a course in media literacy and social media. JSU has a note-worthy mass communication academic program, two television stations, one radio station, one affiliate radio station, a weekly student newspaper, a studentproduced magazine and access to an online weather facility. By leveraging these resources, the University recognized that this modification would provide a core opportunity for growth and enhancement. JSU media, which includes: JSU T V, WJSU Radio, Tiger T V, The Blue
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“Do you feel No Shave November is effective?” Compiled by Gabrielle Brawner
Shelby Wilson Sophomore Psychology Milwaukee, Wis.
“Certain cancers that I know of makes your hair fall out. So, by saying noshaving, they’re growing their hair out, so I feel like they’re doing the opposite of what cancer does.”
Michael Wilson Senior Speech Communication Vicksburg, Miss.
Alexis Floyd Junior Meteorology Greenville, S.C. “I feel like it is effective only if people are spreading the word about it. I don’t really participate in it. I donate money, I make sure things happen.”
Treshawn Prince Freshman Business Management Shreveport, La.
“I feel like it’s not as big of a statement as it should be. I feel that if anything, a bunch of folks being bald would make a statement more than that because with cancer, you could lose your hair.”
“I think it’s not effective. I don’t participate in it because I need to shave. I feel it’s really irrelevant not to do so.”
Lemetrious Hollins Sophomore Electrical Engineering Madison, Miss.
David Jones Junior Urban Studies Hattiesburg, Miss.
“No not really, I don’t really participate in it. I just don’t see the point. I feel that it’s just something for people to do.”
Gealander Harris Freshman Electrical Engineering Pine Bluff, Ark. “I do believe it’s effective and I do participate. I don’t have anything to shave but I don’t in November anyway.”
Jared Nash Sophomore Mass Communication Chicago, Ill.
“I think it’s a good thing. Yes, I’m going to be involved. It teaches you about manhood.”
Kim Robinson Freshman Biology Chicago, Ill. “I do not participate in it because I’m a female. I feel like there’s no point in that. What does it have to do with hair and prostate cancer?”
Jeremy Profit Freshman Biology Canton, Miss.
“I do think No-ShaveNovember is effective, if you donate the money that you don’t use for shaving. I don’t normally participate in it because my facial hair gets kind of wild.”
“If people participate in No-Shave-November, they do save quite a bit, but me personally, I do not participate in it. I like the feel of the hair on my face, but I like it even more when it’s not there.”
Ciara Harper Freshman Biology Chicago, Ill.
Taveaon Horns Freshman Computer Science Hattiesburg, Miss.
“Yes, I do think it’s effective. If people know that you’re not shaving for a good cause then it’s effective. No I do not participate in it, I’m a girl.”
“Yes, I do feel it’s effective and I do participate in it because I have nothing to shave.”
Letting it all grow out for men’s health William H. Kelly III Associate Editor The month of November comes with a surplus of duties, holidays, and community service events for students to become involved with as well as members of the community. When most people think of November, the first things that come to mind are probably food drives, Veteran’s Day, and of course Thanksgiving. While Turkey Day is by far one of the best holidays, especially for those of us who prefer to pass out from over indulging, No Shave November is the first thing that comes to mind when I think of November. Many people are curious as to what purpose No Shave November serves. The sole purpose of No Shave November is to bring awareness to men’s health but more specifically to the different forms of cancer. To properly participate in this “battle of the beards” you must refrain from shaving and grooming throughout the entire month of November. Some of you are probably wondering if there is a wonderful prize at the end.
Technically, no there is not a prize but if done correctly, you’ll be able to say you were a part of a major breakthrough. My first time hearing about this insanely interesting form of awareness was during my freshman year and I also participated that same year. While the itchy, bumpy face and people insulting my wolflike features were great, I still managed to push through and finish the entire month. At the time, my grandfather was finishing his treatments for his colon cancer. I was informed that he was diagnosed with colon cancer before I left for college so it hit me pretty hard. My grandfather is my main purpose for participating. To help bring awareness to the things that affect us as men and human beings on a daily basis. Some of the most common cancers among men include prostate cancer, colorectal cancer, and lung cancer. Quitting smoking habits, eating healthier, and getting screened are major ways to help lower and prevent deaths from cancer. I encourage everyone to participate in any way that you can, both male and female, just to be a part of a movement
with a legitimate purpose and test your limits. This journey of growing your hair is all about embracing it and appreciating it, considering that cancer patients lose their hair. This year I will be joining this hairy journey the best way that I can. I managed to get about two weeks in before I had to clean up my face for the Sigma Gamma Rho, Sorority, Inc. Mr. RHOmance Pageant. I made sure that my facial hair remained thick and full due to my guilt from getting a cut. Considering that my facial hair grows faster than someone who applies hair growth serum to their beards, I’ll just say I wanted the other participants to have time to catch up. Being ridiculed for resembling a wild mammal doesn’t hurt when you have a purpose behind it. Drop the razors. Drop the clippers. Don’t even think about using that Nair and grow your hair for those who can’t. 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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Students concerned in wake of school shootings
Photo: Charles A. Smith Jackson State University officers Deputy Chief James Lyons, left, investigator Detra Ward, and officer Michael Ivy.
Breanna Stewart MC Contributor/Staff Writer There have been 23 shootings on college campuses in the United States in 2015. On Oct. 1, the deadliest shooting of the year took place at Umpqua Community College in Rosenberg, Ore. The casualty count, a staggering 13 deaths; 20 other students and
faculty members suffered nonlife threatening injuries in the attack. In the “Magnolia State”, on Sept. 13, 45-year old online geography professor, Shannon Lamb, shot and killed his livein girlfriend, Amy Prentiss, of Gautier, Miss., before murdering Delta State University colleague, Ethan Schmidt, on the university’s premises, just one
day later on Sept. 14. Lamb would commit suicide. Jackson State has had its on issues with crime on campus. On Sept. 24, a student was at the roundabout on Prentiss and Lynch Street in an attempted robbery, and on Oct. 8, JSU campus police were involved in a high-speed chase with an SUV, which ended after the vehicle crashed in front of the Hinds County Courthouse in Downtown Jackson. With the rise of domestic terrorism reaching its peak in 2015, campus safety is a concern for both students and administrators alike, prompting school officials around the country to reassess current resources and policies, in order to ensure the protection and safety of their respected campuses. In lieu of these recent events, Debra Atkins, a junior social work major from Jackson, admits she is concerned about campus safety at Jackson State University, and wants to see more security measures implemented by JSU’s Department of Public Safety, in order to maximize the well-being of the university. “With the campus being so open, anyone can just walk onto the plaza,” said Atkins. “I’ve noticed that most students aren’t wearing their [identification] badges, so how can you tell if
someone is a student or not? They should make it mandatory that all students wear their badges.” In response to Atkins’ concerns, JSU’s crime prevention officer, Damarius Cotton, states that while students are not required to wear their JSUissued identification visibly, they are required to produce identification when asked by patrolling campus police officers. Thomas Albright, Department of Public Safety Chief, stated that Jackson State University has taken several proactive measures to protect students and continue its efforts daily. “For the faculty and staff, we had an active shooter online training. We will follow up on that with an additional component where we will meet with the Deans and break it down to all of the other areas. We’re putting this in place for the students as well. We start off with the student leaders, the SGA, and then once we go through the procedure with them, we’ll branch out to the other students,” said Chief Albright. “We also have a [mass notification] system in place called Everbridge.” The Everbridge notification system sends text and voice message alerts to students, faculty, and staff in minutes,
whether located on-campus or off-campus, in class or in transit. Albright also stated that any student needing assistance can call Public Safety at 2580 and request officer assistance. “If you’re by yourself and you make a call to 2580, an officer will come assist you and walk you to where you need to go. This information is publicized and 2580 is the general number for Public Safety,” said Albright. Officer Cotton maintains that the Department of Public Safety uses all means within their jurisdiction to ensure University security at all times. “We have officers that are posted on the plaza, as well as plainclothes officers that patrol the campus daily, to try to deter crime,” said Officer Cotton. “They stop suspicious individuals, who may be engaging in suspicious activities.” Officer Cotton also stated that the Department of Public Safety meets and exceeds all goals for keeping the university safe. “Being that we’re on a public campus, open to the community, it’s hard to tell people that they cannot come on the property, to attend events, to eat in the Legacy Dining. All we can really do is stop threats and that’s what we do,” said Cotton.
JSU students send love letters for school tragedies D’Raey Fogg Staff Writer There have been many violent acts on college campuses as of late that are leaving families and friends in mournful states and college officials are scratching their heads wondering how to alleviate these issues. 2015-16 Miss Jackson State University, Charence Higgins, held an event, where students could write consoling letters to the grief stricken schools on Nov. 2, in the JSU Innovate, located on the first floor of the H.T. Sampson Library. This event was sponsored by the Division of Academic and Student Affairs. Higgins, a senior psychology and theater major, wants to lend a helping hand and is encouraging others to do so as well. “So often we are consumed with our own problems that we fail to realize that so many other people are going through their own trials and tribulations,” said Higgins on why she felt the need
to hold such an event. Students could come in, pick however many schools they chose to write to and have their letters mailed. The paper, envelopes, pens and addresses were provided. Higgins also went on to explain that she is in an HBCU Queen’s GroupMe, which allows them to discuss news happening on each campus. Hearing from the fellow queens firsthand about how these acts have affected their campuses, made it more than community service for the JSU queen. “When I hear about these tragedies coming from people I have built connections with, it makes me want to do all I can to help because I then ask myself, ‘What if it happened on our campus?’” explained Higgins as she greeted each student and handed out supplies. Higgins stated that when she was in the beginning stages of setting up the event, Eltease Moore, Community Service Coordinator at JSU, stated that
when Jackson State faced its own campus shooting on May 15, 1970, many schools wrote to express condolences and comfort during that time. That shooting took the lives of Phillip Lafayette Gibbs and James Earl Green, and the plaza today is named after the two students. The schools that have recently had tragedies are: school shootings at Savannah State University, Tennessee State University, Delta State University, Texas State University, and Winston Salem State University. Students who chose to participate, site different reasons. La’Curtis Powell, Mr. Freshman and a criminal justice major said, “Even though this is a traumatic experience, it feels good to let them know we care.” Other students had connections to the places the shootings took place. Darrenlyn Braddy, a freshman mass communication major said, “I am from Dekalb County, and the student who
Photo: Garry Geslin Junior Jordan Darensbourg participates in Love Letters event.
was shot at Savannah State University was from there as well and I just felt the need to show my support.” If you missed the event and would still like to write to
these schools, send Higgins your letter via email at charence.m.higgins@students. jsums.edu or drop them off at her office located on the 2nd floor in the Student Center.
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New stage play hits McCoy Auditorium
Simon Cotton MC Contributor Jackson State University’s Speech Communications and
Theatre Department will thrill audiences once again with their upcoming production, “Wine in the Wilderness”. This will be the
department’s second production of the semester and will be running from Nov. 12 -16 in the Rose E. McCoy Auditorium. The play is set in 1963 during the riots of Harlem, N.Y. triggered by racial incident involving a black youth and a white police officer. The play’s main characters are Bill, Sonnyman, Cynthia, and Tommy Marie and they all interact over the course of a day. Deshadrian Hopkins, a junior theatre major from Jackson, Miss., will be play the role of Tommy Marie and said her character changed her mindset after her journey throughout the play. “I’ll be playing Tommy Marie or Tomorrow Marie, and I am the “messed up chick” of the play. My house just burned down, I have no place to go, and I find comfort in these new friends we found in the middle of a riot,” said Hopkins. “I go on a journey myself because I think that I’m no good because I’ve had no schooling. But hanging with
the upper echelon of the black folks, I come to recognize my self-importance and my selfworth.” Yolanda Williams, Assistant Professor and Production Manager for the play, will also serve as the director. “When you direct a show, you start your process before anyone else. Getting the script begins your process as a director. You go from researching, deciding the approach you want to take with the show and most importantly, the story you want to tell with a production’” said Williams. “I work with designers, stage managers and other people that are collaborating on the production before even casting it. Next we add the cast and that begins the rehearsal process that can last anywhere between 3 and 4 weeks. This process took about a month and now we are ready to run.” Williams stated that the audience will enjoy taking the journey with the cast members. “I expect the audience to
sit back and enjoy a tale about an artist questioning himself and his approach to life. This is one day, 24 hours, look into the lives of these characters. You see how someone can change themselves and their beliefs in a day’s span if they surround themselves with real genuine people.” Hopkins said she expects those who see the play to understand that black people as a whole should come together and love each other more. “Us as black people, we already get enough static from the other races and I want them to realize the least we can do is love each other as a race, as a people, as a whole, and I want them to come to that realization,” said Hopkins. For ticket information, visit http://www.jsums.edu/ speechcomm/box-office/. The next and last production from the department this semester will be the annual play “Black Nativity”, which will run from Dec. 3-6.
I’m tweeting and I can’t get up: social media addiction Tiffanie Herron MC Contributor “I thought I was going to die,” said Christopher Smiley. Smiley, a senior business administration major from Crystal Springs, Miss. saw his life flash before his eyes as the blinding headlights of an 18-wheeler truck drew closer towards him in the oncoming traffic lane. The semi blew its horn loudly and he immediately swerved his car over across the median and pulled over to the other side of the road. He took a deep breath and gathered himself. His heart was still pounding away madly from fright. “I was scared as hell,” he said. “When I looked up, I was dead in the opposite lane of the truck. I wasn’t in my lane any more. I tried to swerve over but it was raining and I couldn’t see. I was too close coming up to him and I was going too fast. In my heart, I felt like I was going to die,” What was the cause of Smiley’s near death accident? Was it probably the sleekness of the slippery rain drenched highway? Or perhaps it was the rugged tires of his 2001 Toyota Camry? Neither, it was his Android smartphone. While he was driving down Highway
42 on his way to visit a friend, Smiley was also texting away on his phone. His attention constantly shifted from the road to his phone screen and back to the road again. “When I drive, I have one eye on my phone and one on the road,” said Smiley. “I merged over into the oncoming traffic lane by accident because I was looking at Facebook Messenger on my phone.” Smiley isn’t the only person who has succumbed to the temptation of the constant use of social media. According to an online study by DigitalInformationWorld.com, an estimated 2.3 billion people in the world are active social media users and spend an average of 17 minutes per day on a social media site. “Because of the use of social media, we can’t communicate civility. We as a society have forgotten simple civil discourse thanks to social media,” said Marshall Ramsey, editorial cartoonist for The Clarion Ledger who also teaches a social media class at the Jackson State University. “It has also made our attention span a whole lot shorter.” Students at Jackson State have felt the sting of social media having a negative effect on their lives. Some professors have a strict no cellphone or no
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electronic gadget policy which states that the use of social media while in class will result in expulsion from class for that day. Many students have been kicked out of class because they failed to pay attention to the professor’s lectures and felt the need to pay more attention to who liked their pictures on Facebook or followed them on Instagram on their phones. “I got caught using my phone in my criminology class once,”
said Andrew Kelly Jr., a criminal justice major from Bolton, Miss. “I was scrolling down my Instagram page when my teacher caught me and kicked me out of class for the day. I missed an entire class worth of notes and did poorly on my next test all because of my phone.” Neil Vidyarthi, in an interview for Social Times, an online publication covering social media said, “To fight social media addiction people should limit
themselves to knowing that they can have only one to two hours per day to use social media.” Smiley has learned his lesson after his near fatal wreck. “I’m addicted to social media, so to stop my addiction I’ve decided to delete some social media apps off my phone like Facebook so I can get back in touch with reality,” said Smiley. “I’m also trying to keep my eyes off my phone when they are supposed to be on the road.”
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Male and female students weigh in on hairstyle choices Kendra Brown MC Contributor “Long hair, she don’t care” was one of the famous lines from Waka Flocka Flame’s smash rap hit “No hands”. After hearing these lyrics, ladies proudly began taking hair to the next level. Whether it was being relaxed and healthy, making that transition to natural, or keeping those bundles on deck, “long hair don’t care” shines a light on those luscious locks. But is it worth it? Let’s be real here. Hair is a really big deal in the AfricanAmerican community. A countless number of hours have been spent in the salon and large amounts of dollars have been spent. When it comes to the amount of money put in hair and the number of hours it takes to get it done, how much is too much? “Honestly, I am willing to wait as long as it takes to get done whatever I went in to get done. Whether it is braids or
a sew-in, I know it is going to take time going in, so I’ll wait,” said Kourtney Thomas, a junior history/pre-law major from Meridian, Miss. On the other hand, Aliyah Tipton, a junior English major with a concentration in journalism from Flint, Mich. said, “I am natural, so when it comes to buying products for my hair, I once spent $60, but
no more than $35 usually.” Celebrities like Janelle Monae, Solange, and even youtubers like Naptural85 and the Glamtwinz334 have not only made natural hair popular, but have taken it to the next level. With all of the different and creative styles that can be used to style natural hair now, is there an obvi-ous decrease in sew-ins?
This week on trending topics: Howard University marching band protest with a #SilentShowtime and Spike Lee releases a trailer for a new movie. Howard University Marching Band protests after not receiving scholarships Howard University’s S.H.O.W.T.I.M.E. Marching Band wants their money. At halftime, at Howard’s football game on last Saturday, the band staged a “silent showtime”, announcing that they will no longer perform until they receive answers from the administration about why they have yet to receive their scholarships. “As a band, we decided to
wear all black for the lack of a budget, more specifically scholarships for the band program, and to shed light on the lack of financial support for the student body,” a band member told the crowd. “Until the university addresses these issues, we will not support this university with our musicianship.” Band members told TheeTru1Project blog that not one member of the band has received any scholarship money. When the students tried to reach out to administration, they received no answers. As a result of no answers, the band will remain silent until they get them. Band members took to Twitter to voice their concerns using the hashtag #SilentShowtime: @ P a i d I n F u l l _ 3 : “#SilentShowtime When you love something so much it hurts when it becomes bad for you. No Scholarships-No Sound” @ L o v e K i s s K Y _ : “Graduating seniors couldn’t register because they have not received their scholarships, still praying for my fellow band family #SilentShowtime”
@love_casualty: “Practicing everyday regardless of weather conditions in order to support our university while they refuse to support us #SilentShowtime” Howard University released the following statement apologizing to band members: “Howard University strongly supports the Showtime Marching Band and Concert Band and apologizes for any inconvenience caused by the recent delay of marching band scholarship applications. The Howard University Showtime Marching Band and Concert Band both have a rich legacy at the institution and university officials met with students to understand their concerns. The University will honor all scholarship commitments made to currently enrolled participants and is actively working to apply these awards as soon as possible.”
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Spike Lee reveals “Chi-raq” trailer Legendary movie director Spike Lee has everyone talking about his new film, “Chi-raq”. The trailer for the film hit the net last week and instantly went viral. The satirical film focuses on the gang violence in Chicago and is inspired by the Greek comedy, Lysistrata. In the film, the women of Chicago will withhold sex
Jocelyn Nickson, a junior statistics major from Jackson, Mississippi said, “I don’t think sew-ins are going anywhere. Sew-ins can also be used as a protective style for natural hair, so I think a decrease in the amount of ladies wearing sew-ins is not possible.” Amber Cooper, a criminal justice major from Madison, Miss. agrees.
“Wearing your natural hair is beautiful and great, but weave will always be around. Weave is so versatile! You can braid it in, sew it in, clip it in or glue it in. It can be worn long, short, curly, wavy or straight and that is why women love it!” said Amber Cooper, a criminal justice major from Madison, Miss. Women put so much time, money, and effort to look good, and a lot of times, it is to get that spe-cial guy’s attention. Which comes to the age old question, do guys really prefer girls with long hair? Th’marves Brooks, a psychology and speech communication major from Jackson, Miss. said,” I prefer my girl’s hair to be minimum neck length and max would be armpit length. I am just not really a fan of short hair. It can definitely be cute on some girls, but that is just not my prefer-ence.” Well ladies, for many guys at JSU, long hair don’t care gets the win.
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from men in order to stop the violence. The movie trailer sparked controversy. Although some critics called the film “genius,” other critics and many of the citizens in Chicago accused Lee of making a mockery out of Chicago. They are upset at Lee for taking a comedic approach to addressing Chicago’s gun violence problems. The people of Chicago were also turned off by films title. “Chi-raq” is a slang term that combines Chicago and Iraq, comparing the city to a war zone because of its violence. Lee responded to all of the
criticism behind the film in a clip posted on his 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks Vimeo channel. “Some people are getting it twisted, and thinking this is a comedy. ‘Chi-raq’ is not a comedy. ‘Chi-raq’ is a satire, said Lee. In no way, shape or form are we not respectful of the situation that’s happening in ‘Chi-Raq’. In no way, shape or form are we making light of the lives that have been murdered in this senseless violence. People, don’t get it twisted. This film is about serious business.” “Chi-raq” will hit movie theaters on Dec. 4.
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& White Flash, Experience Magazine, and affiliate WeatherVision, are now under the auspices of the School. The establishment of the School of Journalism and Media Studies, coupled with the inclusion of all JSU media will enhance the reach of the department and result in a premiere program. •The JSU School of Journalism and Media Studies offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communication and a Master of Science degree in Mass Communication. •Enrollment is approximately 250 undergraduates and 44 graduate students. •Courses relate to specializations in editing and graphic design, electronic
communication (television and radio broadcasting), multi-media journalism, photojournalism, reporting, integrated marketing and public relations. •The School has three (3) labs: video, design, and journalism plus the remote equipment that will allow students to complete multi-media projects. •Students write, edit and produce content for the closedcircuit and commerical television stations as well as participate in practium experiences at the radio stations and student publications. •The School consists of fulltime faculty members with expertise in sequence areas of multi-media journalism, media production and integrated marketing; adjunct faculty who are current or former media practitioners, professional media managers, and 22 Advisor y Board members.
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MIZZOU football team stands in solidarity with protestors Jeremy Anderson Associate Editor
A series of racially charged events that have plagued the University of Missouri led to a massive student movement led by in part by one of the University of Missouri’s student advocacy groups, Concerned Student 1950 Dating back to 2010, several acts of racism on campus, including an incident when a white passenger of a pickup truck continually shouted the N-word at him, came to a head. Protests on campus ensued due the lack of action taken in regards to Head’s experiences. Other incidents of racism continued to occur on campus, such as a young white student using racial epithets towards MU’s Legion of Black Collegians in October. A group of black students took to the homecoming parade to have their voices heard. Students surrounded the car of Tim Wolfe, the president of the University. Wolfe did not respond to the protestors. Concerned Student 1950 decided to form a list of demands, one of which was the resignation of Wolfe. There was no response from administration. On Oct. 24, a swastika drawn with feces was found on a wall of a resident hall.
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University of Missouri football players join student protests calling for Missouri president to resign.
This led to a meeting between Concerned Student 1950 and President Wolfe, but no resolutions were found. On Nov. 3, an MU graduate student, Jonathan Butler, subsequently went on a hunger strike in an effort to resolve issues that many black students felt were unmet. Butler vowed not to consume any food until Wolfe resigned. Students and organizations across the MU campus boycotted and protested in solidarity with Butler.
During Butler’s hunger strike, a group of protestors confronted Wolfe on the night of Nov. 6. Two days later, one week into Butler’s hunger strike, black and white players of Missouri’s football team, who compete in the Southeastern Conference along with Ole Miss and Mississippi State, officially decided to not practice or play until Butler ate food, which would only result in Wolfe’s resignation. On the morning of Nov. 9,
not 24 hours after the football team officially boycotted team activities, Wolfe stepped down. “Our African-American athletes are the individuals who make all the money for these institutions. They need us and what a great way to show the country an effective way to make change,” said Kendall Bunch, a junior accounting major from Olive Branch, Miss. Had Missouri forfeited its game on Saturday, the
University would have been mandated to pay a million dollars to its opponent, Brigham Young University. “The football team at big universities such as Mizzou is what sports finances run off of, so the players not playing would lead the university to not only miss out on ticket sales, but also to pay another university 1 million dollars. That was the way to be taken serious,” said Aretha Brown, a sophomore political science major from St. Louis, Mo. Brown continued, “I don’t think change would have come so quickly because the actions taken by other protestors, such as Butler, didn’t really affect the university the way the Tigers did. The football team hit them where it mattered, the University’s pockets. This can be a trend around other campuses, especially where the football team is the pride and joy.” Amid the changes, backlash ensued from white students on campus including terrorist threats from social media, reading, “I’m going to stand. Hunter Park, the student who posted the comment on Yik Yak, has been identified and arrested. Although the president has resigned, Butler and other black students have claimed that the current actions are just the beginning.
Lady Tigers volleyball sweep Braves on Senior Night Morgan Beard Staff Writer
The Lady Tigers volleyball team won a hard fought game against the Braves of Alcorn State University on Nov. 5 in the T.B. Ellis Gym. JSU is now 10-20 overall and 6-1 in Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) ending their 2015 home play on a four game winning streak. This was an easy win for the Lady Tigers as they won the sets 3-0 (25-8, 25-12, 2519) and this was the second time that these two teams have met each other this season. JSU won the first contest against the Lady Braves in Lorman, Miss, 3-0 on Oct 26. In set one, the Lady Tigers were able to get off on a fast start. In set two, the Lady Ligers continued to dominate the game with scores from everywhere. In set three, it was anyone’s game, but JSU was able to capitalize on a couple of
ASU errors to win the overall game. During halftime, the Lady Tigers honored the volleyball seniors in their annual Senior Night. Five Lady Tigers played their last home game in front of a packed crowed. They were: Keirsten Howard from Austin, Texas, Jenna Siddiqui from Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., Jasmine Knight from Belle Rose, La., Alexsis Ford from Desoto, Texas, and Mikayla Rolle from Burlington, Ky. Taija Thomas and Ford led the Lady Tigers offensively. Thomas, a sophomore accounting major from Scarborough, Ontario Canada, recorded 17 attacks with 46 total for a .152 attack percentage and she also recorded four digs. Ford recorded 11 attacks with 14 total for .714 attack percentage. Tyler Moorer led the team defensively. Moorer, a freshman marketing major from Birmingham., Ala., had
16 digs. Four-time SWAC setter of the week Siddiqui led the team in assists with 25 and also 8 digs. Senior Howard had 17 assists and 3 digs. Head coach Rose Washington was proud of her players for sticking together and working as a team when the season got tough. “It’s awesome that we defeated our in-state conference rival twice and we fought back to finish the game,” said Washington. “These girls are tough because of the preseason and the strength of our schedule is ready to win more games. Even though we lose sometimes, it prepares us mentally for these types of games in the conference. I’m also proud of my seniors for being great leaders to the younger players and sticking everyone together to stay focused. She added: “We appreciate the fans for coming out and supporting the team every
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JSU Lady Tiger Volleyball players defend spike.
home game and we couldn’t do it without them.” Many in attendance were impressed by the performance of the team and the support of
the fans. “There’s a lot of school spirit here,” said Ariel Young, a sophomore biology major from New Orleans, La.