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FLASH FACTS CDC estimates that in the USA more than 100,000 people are hospitalized and about 36,000 people die from the flu
Taylor Bembery Associate Editor
Messages of motivation, inspiration and encouragement were delivered on Nov. 4 at Jackson State University by former NBA player and Entrepreneur, Earvin “Magic” Johnson. Johnson, a native of Lansing, Mich., in his early career was known for his dominance as an All-Star Point Guard for the Los Angeles Lakers. Taking his focus from basketball to business, he now uses his experiences as a testimony to attest that anything can be accomplished through having a hard work ethic. Johnson was welcomed to the campus by JSU President Carolyn W. Meyers, and her entire Presidential Cabinet. “I’ve taken this university to the next level and this is only my fourth year. We have led the state in increases in enrollment. We are one of two HBCU’s that are designated as research intense and our students are winning awards.,” said Meyers. “We reinvented ourselves and everybody got on the same page. We’ve held hands as we remodeled and together we can do anything. So we’re delighted to have Mr. Johnson holding our hand as a partner through
Photo: Taylor Bembery Magic Johnson speaks in the College of Business.
SodexoMagic.” SodexoMagic is one of Johnson’s businesses and he made sure that he met the entire staff and cafeteria workers inside of The Legacy in the JSU Student Center. Workers were completely shocked that he took time out during his visit to appreciate them for a job
well done. Johnson shared how he became involved with Sodexo. “Another company was recruiting me because of my track record. Once you start getting a track record of success, people are going to start caring about you. I got involved with Sodexo because
it is a worldwide company; they do it better than anybody else. They had minorities as executives, so it was a perfect match for us to come together to do food service and facility management,” said Johnson. Johnson delivered three speeches while on the JSU campus . He spoke to students in the College of Business, student athletes in the Walter Payton Center, and the entire student body in the Rose E. McCoy Auditorium. Even though the speeches were different, all three speeches stressed the importance of being diligent in getting an education and the fundamentals of being a successful entrepreneur. Johnson was the first out 10 people in his family to go to college with a basketball scholarship to Michigan State University. During his matriculation at MSU before being drafted into the NBA in 1979, he said books were just as important as basketball. Gerrald Maddox, a junior education major from Birmingham, Ala. and point guard on the JSU Men’s Basketball team, said Johnson’s speech was right on time because the first game of the
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There is a virus among us... Influenza has returned Kenya Johnson and Roshonda Jenkins Staff Writers
Fall is upon us and winter is swiftly approaching, and this can mean only one thing, the cold and flu season has arrived. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness. Serious outcomes of flu infection can result in hospitalization or death. Older people, young children, and people with certain health conditions, are at high risk for serious flu complications. The best protection against the flu is to get the influenza vaccine. According to the CDC, you should get the flu shot before the peak flu activity, preferably by October, to prevent symptoms
from starting. Flu activity most commonly peaks in the U.S. between December and February. However, seasonal flu activity can begin as early as October and continue to occur as late as May. The Jackson State University Health Services Center is currently providing the flu vaccine on campus to students, faculty and staff members on the Health Center Plan for $25. Faculty and staff not on the plan can obtain the vaccine for $25 plus the $35 office fee. Dr. Samuel Jones, Director of JSU Health Services, said that a large number of cases have already been presented on campus and because influenza is an airborne disease, there is not much a person can do to avoid getting the virus if exposed. “It is more important for people with the flu to practice
methods to keep from spreading it to others. Coughing into your sleeve, frequently washing your hands and staying away from vulnerable populations are things that can prevent the spread of the flu,” said Dr. Jones. Dr. Jones also stated that there is no fool-proof method from preventing the flu but most healthy students can tolerate exposure to influenza without becoming ill. However, those with other chronic illnesses like asthma or cancer or more vulnerable to acquiring the flu. To help prevent the spread of the flu, Influenza Cont. on pg. 7
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SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER OFFERS FREE WORKSHOPS The Jackson State University Small Business Development Center will offer FREE workshops for individual(s) interested in starting a business, operating an existing business, or just wanting to know more information about a business. The center is located at MS e-Center @ JSU on 1230 Raymond Road Jackson. MS 39204. For more information, call (601) 979-2795.
FACULTY ART EXHIBIT Jackson State University art professors are showing they are masters of fine arts with an art exhibit at Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center in downtown Jackson. The show features painting, drawing, photographs, ceramics and graphic design from nine faculty members, according to LaNeysa V. Harris, JSU gallery director. Museum hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. The faculty art exhibit is scheduled to show until Dec. 31. DORM BLAST On Nov. 8, 2014 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Jackson State University Resident Housing Association hosts a Dorm Blast. In McAllister-Whitehead Dorm Lobby there will be a forum open to all students. For more info contact the Resident Hall at 601-979-2326.
BOOK REVIEW: FORTY MILLION SLAVES Jackson State University will host a panel review for the book titled “Forty Million Slaves.” This event will take place Nov.7, 2014 from 9 to 11 a.m. in Dollye M. Robinson Building Room 166/266. For more info contact the College of Liberal Arts building at 601-979-7036. HONORS COLLEGE SENIOR MEETING On Nov. 10, 2014 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 p.m, Jackson State University Honors College will be having a Senior Meeting in C.F. Moore Room 100. For more info on this event contact the Honors College at 601-9792107. JSU JAZZ COMBO CONCERT There will a concert on Nov. 10, 2014 from 6 to 7 p.m. Jackson State University will have the Jazz Combo Concert in the F.D. Music Hall. For more info contact the Music Hall at 601-979-2141. CITY OF SOUL CLASSIC Jackson State University is set to hold the “City of Soul Classic.” This athletic event will be held Nov. 8, 2014 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Athletic Assembly Center arena. For more info contact JSU Hotline at 601-979-2100.
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Opinion
“Can being in a serious relationship in college affect your Compiled by William Kelly academic success?”
Hannah Williams Senior History Jackson, Miss.
“I believe relationships can affect your academic success because it is so easy to get distracted.”
Traeshaun Hiley Sophomore Computer Engineering Jackson, Miss.
“I feel that it really depends on your mindset. If you have your priorities straight, then go for it.”
Amber Stokes Junior Biology/Pre-Med Jackson, Miss.
“I feel that being in a serious relationship in college can affect one academically if he or she allows it to.”
Cartoon: Reese Tornes
Relationships do not have to affect your grades Joseph Henderson Freshman Speech Comm. Los Angeles, Calif.
“I believe that it could interfere with your academics if you don’t prioritize. ”
Dwayne Jenkins Freshman BusinessAdministration St. Louis, Mo.
“Some relationships are actually beneficial because you both can push each other. Ultimately it is all up to you. ”
Lilquandra Belgon Freshman Social Work Leland, Miss.
COMMENTARY
“Yes, because you’ll focus more on your relationship and its problems and not focus on your work for class. ”
“Do you feel Ebola patients and medical personnel who have treated them should be allowed back into the U.S. ?”
Compiled by Christopher Chapman Tenesha Hughes Staff Writer
Dushane Lockett History East St.Louis, Ill.
“I agree with the U.S bringinig Ebola patients over because we have the best medicine and doctors in the world.”
LeAndrea Shears Elementary Edu. Lima, Ohio “I feel like we shouldn’t
bring the Ebola patients here because we are putting ourselves at risk.”
Marcus Jackson Electrical Engineering East St. Louis, Ill.
“I agree, we have the better facilities to take care of the patients but there is still a risk being taken bringing them here.”
Jerrellin Collins Elementary Edu. Port Gibson, Miss.
“I think we should have left the Ebola patients where they came from, but we should send the doctors to them instead .”
Brianna Reed Biology New Jersey
“ Yes because I feel we have the better doctors and vaccines to cure them.”
Ja’Markus Smith Social Work Port Gibson, Miss.
“I feel they should not be allowed back into the U.S. because they will put other people lives in danger. ”
Are you one of the students who start to feel lonely when it starts to get cold outside? Are you hoping to find a “bae” to keep you warm? “Cuffing season” has arrived and all I have been hearing are students talking about how they wish they were in a relationship. “Cuffing season” is a phrase that is used when the hot and summer days have ended and the cold and chilly nights have began. The indoor activities have you wanting to be “cuffed” by someone. Growing up, I was never in a serious committed relationship. In high school I felt I was too young to be tied down. However, in college when you are in your late teenage years and early twenties it is the time to start dating with a purpose. I have always imagined myself being in a serious relationship in college with the person I want
to marry. After being in a relationship for five months, I would say that it doesn’t affect your academic success. According to compusexplorer.com 63 percent of college women hope to meet their spouse in college. Three out of five female college students agree that college is where they hope to meet their mate. In a recent survey by StudyMode it suggests that while many students have a significant other, their romantic life doesn’t interfere with their grades. The majority of students surveyed said they are prioritizing school over romantic relationships in the long term. According to the survey, around three quarters of students want to wait up to 10 years after college graduation before getting engaged, and around 40 percent of students said they don’t even expect to meet their future spouse until after college. Relationships in college can be more work than your actual school work. Do not get too caught up in trying to find a “bae” that you find yourself slipping in your school work. When the long and stressful nights of homework and studying start to kick in, it is the perfect time to study together and get your work done. If you are in a relationship just remember the true reason you came to Jackson State University. It is
a must that you stay focused and keep that high GPA. I feel my generation is too stuck on thinking short term rather than long term. I think social media and modern day music are to blame. Most songs do not really focus on “real love.” College students get into relationships to receive praise from their peers, and show off their relationships like a trophy. I do not tweet, post pictures or use any form of social media to showcase my relationship. It is time that we start questioning our selfdefeating attitudes and behaviors. Relationships are not the issue, how we respond to media distortions and programmed self-hatred is the issue. We need to reverse the power of media. I am not saying do not be in a relationship while in college, I am saying know your priorities so you won’t fall behind. Know yourself, know your worth relationships are a bonus. Once we start treating each other with respect and worth thats when we should worry about relationships but until then our main focus should be our matriculation through JSU.
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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JSU Professors are ‘Masters of the Fine Arts’ in show
Photo: Taylor Bembery “Nature’s Beauty” by Dorothy Whitley displayed in the Art Faculty Show.
Taylor Bembery Associate Editor The Jackson State University Department of Art presents
their annual Art Faculty Show and it is definitely a sight to see. The show opened on Oct.2 and will end Dec.31 at the
Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center in downtown Jackson, Miss. This exhibit serves as an outlet for faculty to showcase their artistic talents. All of the faculty artwork is displayed in the David Taylor Gallery in the museum. In the gallery, there are various art mediums such as graphic design, oil paintings, ceramics, sculpture, photography and much more. The art featured was submitted by JSU faculty members, Charles Carraway, Chung-Fan Chang, Mark Geil, Hyun Chon Kim, Chalmers Mayers, Jimmy Mumford, Yumi Park, Kenyatta Stewart, and Dorothy Whitley. Charles Carraway, Chair of the Department of Art, said the showcase gives students an idea of what their professors are doing. Carraway has submitted numerous oil paintings in the showcase. He describes some of his paintings as “empty rooms”. “This is a tradition going back to the beginning of the Art Department. It is typical
of all art departments each year to have an exhibition of faculty art. It’s just a normal thing. This is an opportunity to see what the faculty is doing as far as practicing and perfecting being a professional artist,” said Carraway. The Smith Robertson Museum was selected as the venue for the exhibition because of its rich history. Erected in 1894, the location was the first public school for Negro boys and girls in the state of Mississippi. The school was named in honor of Smith Robertson, a former slave and the first AfricanAmerican Alderman for the city of Jackson, who died in 1899. The museum was also recognized among CNN’s “50 States, 50 Spots for 2014”. “We wanted to show at Smith Robertson to get out into the community of Jackson. In the past we had it here on campus. We’ve had it at the Art Center downtown before. We wanted to try a different venue this year,” said
Carraway. From looking at the artwork in the gallery, you will no longer think of the art department’s faculty members as “Professors” but you will recognize them as “Masters of the Fine Arts”. Some of the standout pieces included in this showing include Whitley’s “Nature’s Beauty”, Kim’s “Sunflower”, Park’s “Machu Picchu”, and many more. The artistic contributions of the featured artists not only shows their dedication to the students they have devoted their time to, but also to the skills that each possess in the work they display. To see this galler y for yourself, visit the Smith Robertson Museum on 528 Bloom St. in Jackson, Miss. The museum hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information call 601-960-1457.
JSU students fear the beard for No Shave November Aaron Estes Staff Writer Tis the season my fellow Tigers. Although, it’s not quite time to start putting presents under the tree, there is a new phenomenon sweeping the fall season. November is the beginning of No Shave November. From Nov. 1 –30, Instagram timelines will be flooded with images of men growing their facial hair as wild and free as ever. Even though millions of men participate in the movement, very few people actually know what No Shave November represents. No-Shave November is a unique way to raise cancer awareness for men. Women get shown tremendous support with their “Think Pink “Breast Cancer movement. No Shave November is the perfect complement to show support and raise awareness about men’s cancer. The Movember Foundation and the American Cancer Society have created a foundation that allows supporters of cancer research to donate and show their beard growing progress through several social media forums.
The primary goal of No-Shave November is to grow awareness by embracing our hair, which many cancer patients lose. Stop spending money on razors, shaving cream and after shave. Instead, donate that money you would’ve spent to educate about cancer prevention, save lives, and aid those fighting the battle. No Shave November became a cultural movement in 1999 when a group of young men in Adelaide, South Australia coined the term, “Movember” and grew their mustaches out during the month of November for charity. In 2004, an unrelated group in Melbourne, Australia ran with their own Movember ideas, which they would turn into an actual organization, the Movember Foundation charity. In 2006, the craze hit North America and from there, No Shave November was born. Many men at Jackson State University like Branford Frieson, a sophomore computer engineering major from Atlanta, Ga., look forward to the annual event. “I just started growing my beard about a year ago, so No Shave November gives me a reason to grow it out and it’s
even better that it’s for a good cause, “ said Frieson. While some might participate in No Shave November for the style, others actually do it to represent those that they know battling cancer. Deion Fields, a sophomore biology major from Chicago, Ill., has a loved ones in mind this November. “I know a few men who have battled with Prostate Cancer, so once I found out that No Shave November’s purpose was to raise awareness for men’s cancer, I wanted to be an active supporter, “said Fields. If the scruffy, James Harden beard look is not for you, men can shampoo and condition their beards for a well groomed. Cece Griffin, a junior marketing major from Elgin, Ill., is specific about the type of beard she likes on men. “I’m not really a fan of the huge beards that make men look all barbaric and untamed. I believe you can grow your beard and still look gentleman-like,” said Griffin. Whether you’re participating in No Shave November for the style, the cause, or to bring chivalry back, grow your beard loud and proud. It’s time to Fear the Beard.
Photo: Guy King JSU Senior Guy King proudly participates in the No Shave November movement.
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To cuff or not to cuff? That is the question
Photo: Reese Tornes Photo depiction of cuffing
Ashton Nash and Alexis Neely Staff Writers It is that time of year again! CUFFING SEASON! The weather is cooling off, and time is winding down for finding a “bae.” “Bae is a cool nickname for the person you’re dating,
and cuffing season is a time a lot of people start getting together,” said Demarcus Johnson, a freshman computer engineering major from Jackson, Miss. The deadline is approaching to hurr y and find this significant other to claim and to cuddle with on those chilly nights, and
many people find themselves becoming a bit desperate for attention and affection. Although the pressure to avoid being single at this time of year can sometimes seem unbearable, it is not always the best idea to force an encounter that simply is not meant to happen. If the circumstances are not ideal,
the results for the quest to “cuff ” someone can prove to be quite disastrous. This season may mean ever ything to some but others may feel that there isn’t a reason for this unmarked holiday season or feeling. “I don’t really care about cuffing season because it’s pointless to have a season made for that,” said Devonta Woods, senior physical education major from Shaw, Miss. Cuffing season is not really a season, it is a feeling. Some may feel that being “cuffed” is a must just to fit in with the crowd. While others may feel that getting cuffed helps overcome the notion of loneliness. “I wouldn’t say people have to be with a significant other, it’s kind of like how in the winter, bears hibernate. In the winter people stay inside and they want someone else to accompany them and they don’t necessarily want to feel alone so people tend to jump into a relationship
with someone in the fall or winter rather than the summer or fall when they are being promiscuous,” said Keith Tobin, senior mass communications major from Joliet Ill. Some people think about cuffing season more so than others. In Fabolous’ song entitled “Cuffing Season” he states, “Been naughty all year tr ying to end it nicely/ Summer girls turning into winter wifeys.” The song affirms that being cuffed is the way that people perceive someone and the way that each individual presents themselves. Being cuffed is a feeling of wanting to be desired. Not being cuffed does not mean that something is wrong, it simply means that the person is waiting for the right person, regardless of the season. Do not let the feeling of loneliness or social pressure to fit in take control and force you to succumb to cuffing. Remember, warmer weather comes in the Spring.
Midterm blues can be overcome with hard work Elissa Ann McCool Staff Writer
It has been two weeks since the dreaded midterms and the results are in. While some students may have passed with flying colors, there are some who are just not satisfied with the outcome. Some may even be contemplating if they should continue with their studies. Others may have already given up thinking, “This isn’t worth it. I really can not do this anymore.” But before you give up, take these things into consideration: 1. Stop and breathe. School is stressful. College was never meant to be easy. As soon as you realize this, the less stressed you will be. Take some time out to treat yourself. Watch a movie, eat ice cream, do any little thing that makes you happy. The key to success is being happy and the only person in control of your happiness is you. Do not focus on the negative things. Instead, surround yourself with positive energy. If you are surrounded by positivity, you will think positive. Positivity eliminates depressing thoughts and pushes you to keep going. 2.
Realize that midterms
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are not your final grade. Keep pushing and to go to class. It is perfectly okay if your midterm grades were not that good. You still have time! You can take an F to a B, easily. School is one thing that takes hard work and dedication. Consult with your professor on earning some extra credit. Do not have too much pride to ask for help if you need it. If you know tutoring
is offered, take advantage of the opportunities presented to you. There are no shortcuts or handouts in college. Bringing your grades up will take determination. It may not be easy, but it can be done. 3. Do not lose sight of the big picture; you are in college for a reason. To chase after your dreams, reach your goals,
and strive to become successful. Imagine how your life would be if you gave up on your education. College might seem like a painful race now but think about the prize after you have crossed that finish line. All of the work that you are putting in right now will pay off in the end. 4. Never ever throw in the towel. Your breakthrough is
coming. You have to endure many tests and trials before you receive your blessings. Be patient, be humble, and be intense. People who give up the fight easily are the biggest losers. Always remember, you can not win the battle if you do not even put forth the effort. If you believe it, you will come out of this semester on top and victorious!
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Students at JSU have questions about Ebola virus Dominique Lacey MC Practicum Student
Many students at Jackson State University along with others in the country have many questions and concerns about the deadly disease, the Ebola virus, which is currently wreaking havoc in West Africa. Questions range from, how is the disease spread? And does the virus have the potential to become airborne? According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Ebola is a rare and deadly disease caused by infection with a strain of Ebola virus. The 2014 Ebola epidemic is the largest in history, affecting multiple countries in West Africa. The risk of an Ebola outbreak affecting multiple people in the U.S. is very low. Toshiba Mack, a senior biology major from Bolton, Miss. said she does not want her life to be in danger because of Ebola. “I know this is a serious disease, but I believe that something can be solved,” said Mack. Thomas Eric Duncan became
the first person to die from the Ebola virus in the United States. According to reports, Duncan displayed symptoms of Ebola as he carried a 103 degree fever as well as rated the pain he was in an 8 on a scale or 10. Wade Phillips, a junior computer science major from Atlanta, Ga. believes Duncan was not given the proper care. “It’s not right how the doctors did not save that man because he didn’t have insurance, I mean that man had a family and the doctors didn’t seem to care,” said Phillips. The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) wants the public to know that Ebola is spread through direct contact with blood and bodily fluids of a person infected by and already showing symptoms of Ebola. It is not spread through the air, water, food, or mosquitoes. MSDH also states on their website that the CDC is assisting with active screening and education efforts on the ground in West Africa to prevent sick travelers from boarding planes. In addition,
airports in Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea are screening all outbound passengers for Ebola symptoms, including fever. Symptoms start two days to three weeks after contracting the virus with a fever, sore throat, muscle pain and headaches. Death, if it occurs, is typically six to 16 days from the start of symptoms and often due to low blood pressure from fluid loss. According to Mississippi Department of Health website, there are no Ebola cases in Mississippi, and Ebola does not pose a serious risk to Mississippians. Only travelers returning from Liberia, Sierra Leone or Guinea in the previous 21 days who had close contact with confirmed Ebola cases are at risk. The state Department of Health and CDC has provided Mississippi hospitals with updated procedures based on current information. Toni Simmons, a junior history major from Meridian, Miss. feels as if it is safer to stay in Mississippi than to move back to Texas. “There is just so much going on in Texas right now that
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moving back there should be the last thing on my parents’ mind. Ebola might seem like just a name but people died from it,” said Simmons. To dispel rumors and misinformation that some students may have about
the Ebola virus and other contagious or infectious diseases, the University Health Center will host a fall health forum entitled: “What’s Bugging You”, on Nov. 17 in the Student Center Theater from 5 -7 p.m.
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JSU Men’s Basketball season was later that evening. “I learned that you have to be disciplined in the classroom as well as on the court. You have to learn from every experience, as far as being a better leader. I play point guard, just like Magic Johnson did. I’m going to take his leadership role advice with me to help my team,” said Maddox. During his last stop in the Rose E. McCoy Auditorium, Johnson was honored by the Mayor of Jackson, Miss., Tony Yarber, for his courageousness in the advocacy of HIV/AIDS awareness. He was also given a token of appreciation for
Influenza
Cont. from pg.1 follow these simple steps: 1. Wash your hands and use sanitizing items You can never be too clean when it comes to fighting germs. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly and often. Use antibacterial soap and other products to ensure that you reduce as many potential harmful germs as possible. Try not to touch things that carry germs such as stair railings, door handles, and bathroom sinks. These objects come in contact with countless numbers of people a day so it makes sense that they would be filled with potential harmful germs. 2. Start treating yourself as soon as you notice the symptoms Sometimes you cannot avoid a cold or the flu because they are airborne. However, the faster you begin to treat yourself the better. You should act immediately after noticing the signs of you being sick. Early treatment can help to not only reduce the amount of time that you are sick, but
his entrepreneurship by President Carolyn Meyers. Johnson shared advice to students on the importance of having an entrepreneurial mindset. “When you think about opening up your own business, it’s important that you believe in yourself, your business strategy, and your business plan. If you can do that, you have a good chance at being successful. A lot of times for us as minorities, as African-Americans, we don’t really believe in ourselves. We must believe in ourselves, once that happens; that also makes us work harder to do our homework and research because that is so important to become a successful business woman or man,” said Johnson.
to also help to ensure that you don’t pass one of those pesky germs along to someone else. 3. Cough and sneeze into your sleeve, not your hands One of the easiest ways to spread germs is through body fluids. Sneezing and coughing are two easy ways for germs to be injected into the environment leading to others catching whatever it is that you may have. 4. Dress for the weather! There is nothing wrong with wanting to look cute, but a runny noise is never stylish. Under dressing will no doubt give you sick swag….. literally. This is the time of year where you have to let clothes serve the purpose of protecting you from the harsh weather. If the day calls for you to bundle up, then do just that. It’s easier to remove clothes throughout the day than to find yourself walking around freezing. 5. Get recommended shots Do not let the fear often associated with flu shots prevent you from getting the medicine that you need. Protect yourself and others.
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The Blue & White Flash
Tigers fall to Tougaloo in men’s basketball game
Demonte Rule MC Practicum Student Jackson State University supporters came out to see what the 2014 Men’s basketball team had to offer at an exhibition game held at the Lee E. Williams Athletic Assembly Center and also to see the matchup between JSU head coach Wayne Brent and Tougaloo head coach Thomas Billups, both former successful high school coaches in the city of Jackson, meeting
each other for the first time as college coaches. Ten points and 6 rebounds from sophomore forward Treshawn Bolden’s, and 10 points and 3 rebounds from sophomore guard Gerrald Maddox, a transfer from Lawson State, was not enough to get the victory over Tougaloo College on Nov. 4 as the Tigers fell 8867. Brent, who is one of the most successful basketball coaches in the history of the Jackson Public School system, brings over 15
years of coaching experience at the high school and collegiate levels to JSU, as he begins his 2nd season as head coach at JSU. Jackson State finished the 2013-2014 season with an 1120 record but project a better season with the help of Coach Brent, key returning players and four D1 transfers. “We just have to go back and get to practice in the morning and we have to fill the young group in. We just have to pull out some guys and see what some guys doing well. We feel
like we got enough talent, we just got to put it together,” said Coach Brent. Coach Brent stated that he knew the matchup against Coach Billups would be competitive. “Anytime you play against a Coach Billups team, you know you’re going to be in for a fight, you know you’re going to be in for a good game. He did a good job at getting those guys ready to play. Anytime you can play somebody like that, it’s always good but hopefully in your mind you’re thinking you can come out with a win but we didn’t. We got some things that I saw that were good and we got some stuff that I saw that was not good, we just have to go back to practice and figure out what we can do to get this team better,” said Coach Brent. He added: “The main thing is to get this chemistry going. We got so many new guys and they got to understand their role and they got to play together and they got to learn to play with each other. Right now we don’t know which guys are going to be starting and we’re trying to find a group that can play together. As a coaching staff, we got to get back in there and figure out what guys play
well together.” Tougaloo College finished last season 12-18 overall but look to improve this season with former legendary Lanier High School basketball Coach Billups as he begins his 1st season at Tougaloo. At halftime, the Tigers only trailed the Bulldogs by 1 point, 39-38 but the Bulldogs used an explosive 2nd half to outscore Jackson State 49-29. Senior forward Malcolm Sanders led Tougaloo College with his sharpshooting to record 21 points. He shot a perfect 5/5 from behind the 3pt line. Junior guard Quintarius Porter had 19 points and sophomore forward Andravious Smith a doubledouble with 18 points and 12 rebounds. In the first half, JSU shot 33.3% (11-33) from the field and Tougaloo College connected with 50.0% (11-22). In the second half, JSU shot 60.9 % (14-23) and Tougaloo made 42.3% (11-26) of its field goal attempts. JSU returns to action on Saturday, Nov 8 in another exhibition game against Delta State at the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center. Tip-off is set for 5:30 p.m. William Kelly contributed to this story
Jackson State Tigers will fight to end losing streak Jeremy Anderson Staff Writer The Jackson State University Tigers will travel to Montgomery, Ala. this Saturday to play against the Hornets of Alabama State University. Neither team is in contention for winning the Eastern Division of the Southwestern Athletic Conference. Last week, Jackson State (3-6, 1-5) was eliminated from playoff contention after losing to Alabama A&M 25-14. Alabama State (4-5, 3-4) also had its title hopes slashed after losing to Southern University 28-21. With Mississippi Valley State also out of contention, the two Eastern Division teams with remaining hopes for a SWAC Championship are Alcorn State University and Alabama A&M. Alcorn only needs to defeat Alabama A&M this Saturday to clinch the Eastern Division Title. On the Western side of the conference, Grambling State and Southern University are
the only two teams remaining with hopes of reaching Houston on Dec. 6 in the 2014 Toyota SWAC Championship. The two teams could possibly play in a Bayou Classic matchup that would be a de-facto SWAC West Championship. Grambling State remains undefeated while Southern is a step behind them in the SWAC West standings with one loss. For both Jackson State and Alabama State, the remaining incentive to play hard the rest of the season is school pride. Both teams are in a similar slump in the season. In fact, after looking like two of the top HBCUs in the country at the beginning of the season, both teams are on a four game losing streak. Jackson State lost all four home games of the mid-season home stand. Conversely, Alabama State has lost all four road games of their mid-season road trip. Yet, Alabama State has a 4-0 record when playing at home this season. In order to end its losing
streak and continue Alabama State’s losing streak, JSU must find a way to contain Alabama State’s explosive rushing attack. Although ASU has been losing, their rushing attack has not faltered. Through nine games, Alabama State has rushed for 2,098 yards and is averaging 5.4 yards per rushing attempt. Leading their rushing attack is arguably the SWAC’s best running back, Malcolm Cyrus. Cyrus has rushed for 1,303 yards this season. If JSU can offensively play up to its potential, and the defense can contain the ground game, JSU will have a chance at winning its first game since beating Arkans as-Pine Bluff back in September. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. in ASU’s new stadium in Montgomery, Ala.
JSU Athletics Media Wide Receiver, Daniel Williams getting tackled.