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Brent shares personal journey with breast cancer
JSU Events....................... 2 Opinion............................ 3
News................................. 4 Breast Cancer facts.......... 5
Variety.............................. 6
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FLASH FACTS
In 2014, it is estimated that among men in the U.S., there will be 2,360 new cases of invasive breast cancer
Dwayne Joseph Staff Writer Jackson State University Head Basketball Coach Wayne Brent shared his personal journey with breast cancer at the Breast Cancer Awareness Kick Off Event Hotspot on
Wednesday, Oct. 22. Brent, guest speaker at the event sponsored by the Residence Hall Association (RHA), shared how he was affected when his mother was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009. He says that he never missed a day of work until he “ran into cancer.”
“My mother died in 2009 on Valentine’s Day after we won the District Tournament against Ridgeland. Seeing my mother die was a change in my life,” said Brent. He has given at least $30,000 over the years to the campaign for finding a cure for breast cancer. Brent encouraged any and
everyone to get tested for breast cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide and the second-most common cancer overall. About 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop invasive breast cancer during their lifetime. In 2014, an estimated 232,030 cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in the U.S. alone Alarming statistics like these is why Darnell Barksdale, RHA advisor, believes it is imperative to raise the awareness of breast cancer in the community. “This is why RHA has decided to join the fight against breast cancer and hopefully encourage others to join the fight too,” said Barksdale. The event highlighted ways students can practice proactive measures to prevent or detect the disease early. Lacy Jones, a senior earth system science major from Meridian, Miss., lost an aunt to breast cancer and offered advice to students. “Do your self exams and
Breast Cancer Cont. on pg.7
Civil Rights veteran speaks during Founders’ Day Guy King Staff Writer
Today, Jackson State University celebrates its past, current progress, and future developments as a university with the 137th Annual Founders’ Day C elebration. The convocation and B ell Ringing C eremony was held at 10 a.m. at the H.P. Jacobs Administration Tower L awn and Quad. The keynote speaker for this year’s convocation is Hank Thomas, a civil rights veteran and a 1961 Freedom Rider. Thomas, a Jacksonville, Fla. native, joined the 1961 C ongress of R acial Equality Freedom
Ride at the age of 19, and was a student at Howard University. He was imprisoned at the Parchman State Prison Farm for his participation in the May 24, 1961 Montgomer y, Ala. to Jackson, Miss. Freedom Ride. Thomas was honored at a Freedom Fighters Appreciation Banquet at the Willie Galimore C ommunity C enter in 1992. He was formerly a Vice Chair of the Piney Woods S chool in Mississippi, and now ser ves on the board of trustees of Talladega C ollege and Morehouse Medical S chool. Freshman social work
Founders’ Day Cont. on pg.7
JSU Media Relations Freedom Rider, Hank Thomas.
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JSU FOR NASA DAYS Recruiters from NASA’s Stennis Space Center, Kennedy Center and others will be talking with students through a number of workshops starting Tuesday, Oct. 21. The workshops start with a Pathways Program Overview from 8:30 a.m. to noon Tuesday, at the School of Engineering Building, Room 100, and from 1:15 to 4:30 p.m., at the John A. Peoples Science Building, Room 209. Students can register for the workshop when they arrive. Tuesday, from 6-8 p.m. in the Student Center ballroom, students who have had internships with NASA will share their experiences in a panel discussion with students who are interested in exploring opportunities with NASA. For more information, contact Almesha Campbell at 601-979-1815. JSU BATTLE OF THE BANDS The Inaugural Boom Box Battle of the Bands will be held at 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, at the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center. Tickets are $15. VIP tickets are $20. They can be purchased at the Music Department, F.D. Hall Music Center, Monday through Friday, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., or online.
SPORTS HALL OF FAME The Jackson State University Division of Athletics will enshrine 15 new luminaries into its prestigious Sports Hall of Fame on Friday, October 31. The event will be held at 6:30 p.m.at the JSU Student Center Ballroom. JSU’s 2014 class includes: Thelma Anderson, Tammy Blackwell, Bernard Braddy, Harold Cooley, Marvin Freeman, Williams “Pop” Gaines, Russell Golden, Edgar Hardy, Patricia Jones, Mario Kirksey, Julius McDougal, Rosaline Spann, Keith Taylor, Dr. James Anderson, and Sadie McGee. For more information about the sports hall of fame banquet, call 601-979-7092 or 979-5899. For ticket info call 601-979-2420. FACULTY ART EXHIBIT Jackson State University art professors are showing they are masters of fine arts, as well, 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 pm. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. The faculty art exhibit is scheduled to show until Dec. 31.
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Opinion
“Why is breast cancer awareness important to you?”
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Dontario Levi Freshman Accountant Jackson, Miss.
“It is important to me because a lot of women are dying from breast cancer and it’s also important because I had a family member die from breast cancer.”
Ravin Washington Freshman Biology Pre New Orleans, La.
“Breast cancer became important to me this past year when my Godmother was diagnosed with breast cancer.”
Arekia Bennett Senior Physics Jackson, Miss.
“Being an AfricanAmerican woman who carries traits for the disease, I’m always trying to educate my peers and colleagues to get checked.”
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What does breast cancer awareness mean to me? Cameron Taylor Freshman Business Olive Branch, Miss.
“It’s important because my mom is a survivor because at first she was misdiagnosed.”
Bryanah Roberson Freshman, Psychology Gurnee, Ill.
“Breast cancer awareness is important because I have a relative that had breast cancer.”
Stephen Diew Sophmore Biology Pre-med Yazoo City, Miss.
COMMENTARY
“Breast cancer awareness is important because so many of our beautiful women are affected each year. ”
“Was the transition from homecoming to midterms overwhelming?”
Compiled by William Kelly Taylor Bembery Associate Editor
Kameron Blevins Freshman Criminal Justice Compton, Calif.
“Yes, because the whole atmosphere changed. I had to go from being turnt to going back to school mode. I was too turnt and too tired from homecoming week.”
Nygel Haywood Freshman English New Orleans, La.
“Definitely, the fact that
I’m in the band makes every change a bit more challenging.”
Mandi Murphy Freshman Math Grand Rapids, Mich.
“No, not really when you prioritize your time. It actually was a great learning experience and I had fun.”
Shannon Connor Junior Biology/Pre Medicine East St. Louis, Ill.
“Yes! Being that homecoming is designed to allow students to relax and have fun. ”
Princess Scott Sophomore Healthcare Admin. Chicago, Ill.
“No, the transition was not overwhelming. I’m used to having a job, schoolwork, and many extracurricular activities weekly.”
Kyndarcus Bailey Sophomore Bio-Pre Physical Therapy Jackson, Miss.
“Yes, because everybody was turnt and excited to hear the stories from the weekend. ”
October is the month that we recognize and raise awareness for those that are fighting, lost, or survived the battle with breast cancer. According to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, in 2014 an estimated 232,040 new cases of invasive breast cancer will to be diagnosed among women in the United States. Caucasian women have the highest rates of breast cancer rates, followed by African-American women, with the lowest rates being among Asian/Pacific Islander women. In contrast, breast cancer death rates are highest for AfricanAmerican women, followed by Caucasian women. I think often times people only believe that the person affected by the cancer diagnoses is the patient but the family of the patient suffers as well.
When someone in your family is diagnosed with not just breast cancer, but cancer period, it is very scary. On my paternal side of the family, cancer has had a devastating effect. My grandfather, father, uncle, and aunt were all diagnosed with cancer. All have since lost the battle except for my uncle, who is currently in remission from prostate cancer. I lost my father to cancer in November of 2013, so I am directly affected by the illness. It is something I have deal with on a daily basis knowing that people are battling and dying from an illness that currently has no cure. Being aware of your body is crucial when it comes to any cancer related illness. You must know your body and I honestly have failed to get any type of screening for cancer even though it is prevalent in my family. I know it sounds crazy but it is a fear for me. I have witnessed my family members deteriorate from chemo-therapy and radiation treatments and become terminally ill. It is something that will never be erased from memory I know my motto is “I love telling your story” but I have to live to tell those stories. I want to find strength and be able to face my fears of knowing my body. I am very health conscious but when
it comes to the “Big C” word I get a little nervous because of my family history. I think the most important thing we can all do as people is be aware as of what is going on inside our bodies. My father kept his cancer diagnosis a secret from my entire family and it was too late. However, it is not too late for me and anyone else to get screened for breast cancer or any cancer for that matter. According to the American Cancer Society, screening increases the chances of detecting certain cancers early, when they are most likely to be curable. For people aged 20 or older having periodic health exams, a cancerrelated check-up should include health counseling and, depending on a person’s age and gender, exams for cancers of the breast, thyroid, oral cavity, skin, lymph nodes, testes, and ovaries, as well as for some non-malignant (noncancerous) diseases. I challenge myself and anyone else to get screened for cancer by the end of the year because self-awareness is the most important awareness of all.
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 students participate in ‘Bras 4 A Cause’ initiative
Photo: Elissa Ann McCool JSU students donate bras for a cause.
Elissa Ann McCool Staff Writer In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness month, many organizations at Jackson State University have taken the time to spread awareness among students. While some organizations
host forums and encourage students to wear pink, one organization in particular took a different approach. The Residential Halls Association partnered with Miss Black Mississippi Coed, Clear Channel Radio, and Riverwalk Casino to present the 7th Annual Bras for Breast Cancer initiative to benefit
the American Cancer Society. They termed this campaign “Bras 4 A Cause.” Each female residence hall placed a box at the front desk and raided the dorms to collect bras, both big and small, from residents. For each bra donated, the Riverwalk Casino Hotel will donate $1 toward the fight against
Breast Cancer. All of the donated bras will also be strung across the Mississippi River on November 1st. “Two hundred and ninetyeight (298) bras were collected last week by the RHA,” said Arekia Bennett, Miss Black Mississippi Coed and senior physics major from Jackson, Miss.
To motivate students to participate, the female residence hall that donates the most bras will win a pizza party hosted by RHA. “I’m very proud of the movement and the momentum of the students involved and willingness to donate towards such a charitable cause,” said Rashad Sayles, RHA president and senior industrial technology major from Jackson, Miss. Not only is the RHA excited about the campaign, residents are happy to be involved. Adrianne Jackson, a sophomore marketing major from Grambling, La. appreciates RHA’s initiative. “Breast cancer is a very serious topic and can affect anyone. My aunt passed away from breast cancer so I am very active in the breast cancer awareness cause. I’m glad that organizations on campus are helping to spread awareness among college students.” Transitional Residence Hall won the contest for most bras collected. A total of 439 bras were collected.
What everyone needs to know about breast cancer Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide and the secondmost common cancer overall. 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. In 2014, an estimated 232,030 cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in the U.S. alone. ue to the use of regular mammography screening, most breast cancers in the U.S. are found at an early stage, before symptoms appear. The most common symptoms are a change in the look or feel of the breast, a change in the look or feel of the nipple and nipple discharge.
Source: Susan G. Komen Foundation at http://ww5.komen.org
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Students speak out to get to-go boxes back in dining hall
Tenesha Hughes Staff Writer Many students at Jackson State University want the “to-go” option brought back to the Heritage Cafeteria to accommodate their busy lifestyles. On Oct. 16, the Student Government Association released
a survey on Instagram asking students to voice their opinion. The social media post read: “Help Us, Help Y.O.U” Got To-Go Boxes? Michael Gordon, SGA vice president and mass communications major from Stone Mountain, Ga., hopes the input from students will reverse the current policy of not offering
to-go meals. “We created a survey to get to-go boxes back in the café. It’s a survey for students to voice their opinion. It pretty much just serves as a record of students who find togo boxes to be useful or not useful. The majority of the students want to-go boxes back so once we get enough students saying yes from the surveys we will be able to get them back.” Food services at Jackson State are under the operation of SodexoMagic, a premier food contractor in the dining business known for providing a restaurant style dining experience. Sanford Winfield, SodexoMagic General Manger at JSU, explains why there is no to-go option in place. The problem is a technical one with the card system. He stated that students have unlimited swipes when they come in during the meal period and the system is not set-up to disable the card for a to-go option. “The meal plans are designed for students to consume as much food as they care to, that’s why we are called “All You Care to Eat” within the dining facility. It’s not a meal plan that says you can have as
much as you care to eat and take out the dining hall. In that case one person has the capacity to feed 50 people if they wanted to. I don’t think anybody would perceive that as being fair or ethical use of the meal plan,” said Winfield. However, many JSU students feel not being able to take food out of the dining hall when they do not have time to sit and eat is an inconvenience. Deandrae Powell, a sophomore criminal justice major from Flint Mich. is one of those students. “I feel it’s not good at all because it hurts the student body for students like me who are in the band. I am not able to just go in and pull stuff out like I need to,” said Powell. “Last year I could just go get a to-go box and go straight to practice. Now I have to go in there and get a plate which is a real inconvenience. I can be in my room studying or doing homework because I really don’t have as much time. Some days I just don’t eat because I don’t have time.” Breann Williams, a sophomore graphic design major from Tulsa, Okla. is another student who would like the to-go option brought back. “I feel like it’s an inconvenience
because I don’t get out until later in the day, especially if I have to work from nine to five or nine to one. It makes it a little harder to come in the café at 12 when they actually have food in there. Plus the lines are a lot longer and you can’t just go when you have a project, midterm or a test or something that you need to study for,” said Williams. Winfield stated that SodexoMagic and the University are looking into reengineering the card system to include a to-go option. Those students would not be able to come back and eat until the next meal period. “SodexoMagic simply implements a policy and procedure that the university establishes for their meal plans. The university establishes the cost of the meal plans and determines what the make-up of the meal plan will be. We as the food contractors implement those policies and procedures and they are based on the goals and objectives the university has for the company, so if we receive enough feedback from students saying they want togo boxes it is a possibility that can happen,” said Winfield.
Markeisha Robinson celebrates 21st birthday with a purpose William Kelly Staff Writer Markeisha Robinson wanted her 21st birthday to be more than just a celebration of her born day. Robinson used the occasion to bring awareness to many lifethreatening and important issues affecting her peers and community during the week of Oct. 13-17. Robinson, a junior communicative disorders major from Greenville, Miss., using Instagram and the hashtag #MarkeishaCares, instructed her followers to perform certain acts or tasks and post them to Instagram to promote different causes. “I wanted to turn 21 with a purpose, you only turn 21 once so I wanted to make sure that I was going out with serving others,” said Robinson. “I basically wanted to do something with meaning and do something to cater to other people.” Robinson reached out to students with the help of her awareness committee which consisted of 30 people who assisted Robinson with dorm raids and social media blasts. Robinson’s week consisted of Monday’s “Pink Out” movement which required participants to dress in pink to bring awareness
to breast cancer. Tuesday was “Red lip Selfie” movement in which participants brought awareness to AIDS. Wednesday brought awareness to domestic violence as participants were asked to write a message in the palm of their hand about domestic violence. Thursday, Robinson’s actual birthday, was used to post a selfie telling why you love yourself. Finally, on Friday, Robinson walked the Gibbs-Green Walkway asking students to pledge to not bully. “October is full of awareness and these topics are some of the biggest that needed attention,” said Robinson. “We need to raise awareness about breast cancer, it is big and it is killing so many people.” Robinson added: “Domestic violence is a huge topic, Latasha Norman is from my hometown and our families are very close. When that incident happened, I was only in middle school but it really hit home for me so I wanted to show people that you need to speak up and stop the violence,” said Robinson. Parri Swinson, a freshman chemistry/pre-medicine major from Atlanta, Ga. was touched by Robinson’s actions. “Markeisha’s Awareness Week helped me support awareness to
Photo: William Kelly Markeisha Robinson, center, chats with students as they sign a poster pledging to not bully.
things in our community that mean a lot to me. I was inspired to maybe do my own awareness week for my birthday,” said Swinson. “She is such a role model and I had to help out any way possible.” Henry Goss, a junior mass communications major from Jackson, Miss. explains how Robinson’s awareness week was special to him. “It made me appreciate life more and it showed me that no matter what, you can make a difference in
the world,” said Goss. “It inspired me to become more conscious of the things affecting citizen’s everyday that I was not previously aware of.” Robinson is ecstatic to have met her goals and is proud to have touched so many people. “I met my goal, Wow! I met beyond my goal. When I looked at the hashtag I saw that over 400 people participated and that was far beyond my goal,” said Robinson. “I wanted a lot of people to participate
but I honestly did not expect that much, it was amazing and very overwhelming.” She does not plan on ending her awareness movement so soon. “I kind of encouraged some people from my hometown to do an entire week for the month of November and they asked me for my assistance,” said Robinson. “I’m not going to spoil it for them but it will be coming around the month of November so stay tuned.”
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The WOW Cafe Brittney Snell Staff Writer The
WOW Cafe is the newest restaurant establishment to join Jackson State University campus SodexoMagic dining. WOW or World of Wings, American Café and Wingery, is a successful and popular brand developed in New Orleans. Their popular menu includes wraps, over-sized chopped salads, Angus burgers on Texas toast and Southwestern taste temptations such as quesadillas, fajitas, tenders and shrimp.
Page 6 - October 23, 2014 Located at One University Place, it provides a relaxing atmosphere, in contrast to fast food restaurants and is more laid back than upper end restaurants in the area. The best thing about W.O.W Cafe is the variety of choices. There is something for everyone, burgers, salads, wraps and more. The restaurant’s main claim to fame are the chicken wings and for good reason. They have a variety of different sauces for the large wings. The chicken wraps are another notable item on the menu. They are extremely good and filling and come with coleslaw and honey mustard wrapped up along in it. The atmosphere of the restaurant is very relaxing and provides a perfect place for students to come hangout and enjoy some music. The staff was also very friendly and helpful, making sure that you get everything you need. While there, I experienced a mix up with an order, but the issue was handled in a way that was efficient and in the end left me satisfied with the service.
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The restaurant is simple, but still a great place to check out. It is a great addition to the campus and brings another good and affordable restaurant to the area. The food was very satisfying and provides options for students needing a break from the Heritage Cafeteria and the other restaurants on campus. Supercards will soon be a payment option available for use along with regular forms of payment. The prices there are very
affordable and will fit the budget of any college student. Overall, it is a great hangout spot to come to with friends, listen to music and maybe even catch your favorite show on television. I believe that it is definitely worth a visit and has easily become one of my favorite restaurants on campus.
3 out of 5 for ks!
Brittney’s Bites is a weekly feature spotlighting various restaurants and food vendors frequented by JSU students. The opinions expressed in this review are those of the writer and not that of The Blue & White Flash.
Hit stage play “Mrs. Independent” comes to Jackson
Photo: Tenesha Hughes (Left to right) Robins Givens, who played Carleena “Mrs. Independent” Osborne, with Taylor Bembery.
Taylor Bembery Associate Editor “Mrs. Independent”, the thought provoking play based on a true stor y by Priest Tyaire, took the audience on an emotional journey Oct. 17-18 at the Thalia Mara Hall
in Jackson, Miss. The adult admission price for a floor seat was $43.50. Even though the ticket was a little pricey the seats were great because the theatre was an intimate size compared to larger orchestra halls. Tyaire both wrote and
starred in the drama as Trey Brown. Trey is the emasculated husband of Carleena “Mrs. Independent” Osborne, a successful lawyer played by actress Robin Givens. Initially from hearing the voices on the radio ads for the play, I would have never thought that Robin Givens was Mrs. Independent but once the play started it was a dead giveaway. The opening scene is inside of Carleena Osborne’s house, and it is clear that it is ‘her’ home with a huge headshot portrait over the fire place mantle. Osborne has no problem reminding her husband who really wears the pants in the relationship, even in the first scene. Trey takes care of all house duties as far as cooking, cleaning, taking care of their daughter Mekhai, and even surprising his wife with flowers; but it still isn’t enough for Mrs. Independent. Carleena’s idea of a man is someone that makes more money than her or matches
her six figure salar y income. The first scene ends with Trey and Carleena getting into an argument about her not ‘taking care of home’ and spending more time with her family instead of being in the office. Her feisty attitude lets Trey know that her income is “taking care of home” and the scene ends. Later in the play you are introduced to Carleena’s mother, Victoria, played by Dottie Peoples. She completely despises Trey and Mekhai because Mekhai is not Carleena’s biological daughter. She insists that Carleena kicks her husband out of the house and she follows her mother’s instruction. Victoria has a wicked hidden agenda throughout the entire play and it sure left the audience in complete shock. The father and daughter connection of Troy and Mekhai is something that stands out throughout the entire play. The fate
of Mekhai’s health is what ultimately restores the marriage of Troy and Carleena. This play evoked all emotions; it will make you laugh, cry, maybe even dance. The live instrumentation and vocals were on point. At the end of the play, Priest Tyaire shared his very inspirational testimony as of how he started writing plays. He dedicates all his shows to his parents that both passed away from cancer. He leaves two seats in the front row filled with roses to commemorate their life. What made the “Mrs. Independent” play experience more fulfilling was the entire cast did a meet and greet with the audience following the performance. If you missed the play in Jackson, don’t despair; the play is on the road to other cities. You can check out upcoming dates at www. mrsindependenttheplay.com
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Ufancii donates wigs at The Hair Exhibit Taylor Bembery Associate Editor
Inez Doe, the owner of Ufancii Beauty Bar and an alumnus of Jackson State University, presented her 2nd annual Ufancii ‘The Hair Exhibit’ at the Mississippi Museum of Art in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness. “I have a few clients that are breast cancer survivors, so breast cancer is very near and dear to me. When I launched my brand, Ufancii, it was two years ago in October. I decided to use my anniversary as a fundraiser for breast cancer awareness,” said Doe. The Hair Exhibit was filled with doll-like models that wore whimsical outfits and wigs. All wigs from the model showcase during the Fancii cocktail mixer were donated to Jeromie “Kake King” Jones’ #kingswigs4cancer
wig drive for breast cancer survivors. When the exhibit officially opened, Doe made an extravagant entrance to Nicki Minaj’s “Super Bass” as the hair heroine, Weave Wonder Woman. Doe set the bar for the hair industry in Mississippi. Her event not only raised awareness but gave local entrepreneurs the opportunity to publicize their businesses. The venue hosted vendors such as Ivory Whites Mobile Teeth Whitening, Fancy Face Make-Up Consultations, Niks Cosmetics, and many more. The museum was filled with spectators. The show included platform hair stylists and barbers such as Tara of High Maintenance Salon, Master Barber Ryan “The Joker”, and MikalScissorhand. Hair models on stage were transformed before the audience’s eyes. One model even had his dreads cut off
during the show by barber Errol “The Elite” to give respect for those battling with breast cancer. There were also special appearances from celebrity hairstylist Micah Da Mac and the cast of the Lifetime show, “Bring It!” Dancing Doll parent Selena even got in on the fun by being a hair model for High Maintenance Salon. At last year’s event, Doe presented a $1,000 check to the Susan G. Komen Foundation Steel Magnolias of Central Mississippi. This year she donated wigs and gave away a non-traditional $1,200 scholarship to a Mississippi cosmetology student. “Giving back and pouring into the young generation that’s coming up is very important to me. I’ve been so successful in my company, so this year I decided to do a scholarship,” said Doe.
Photo: J. Sharron Shamburger JSU alummus and Ufancii Beauty Bar owner Inez Doe with celebrity hairstylist, Micah Da Mac.
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Founders’ Day
go to the doctor at least twice a year so that if you are diagnosed with it, the doctors can catch it at an early stage,” said Jones. Lakrishay Simmons, a junior biology pre-nursing major from Lexington, Miss., stated that her greatgrandmother was diagnosed at an early stage of breast cancer and survived. “We dealt with this matter by taking her to the appointments and being there for her during the chemotherapy she went through. My greatgrandmother is a survivor,” said Simmons. During the Hotspot, a pink “Drive to Survive” truck sponsored by Patty Peck Honda was available for students to sign their names or write encouraging words to breast cancer survivors. Wennie Sansing, a senior physics major from Indianola, Miss., signed the truck in memory of her great aunt who is currently battling breast cancer. “I signed the truck because I have lost a lot of women in my family due to breast cancer. It runs in my family so I get checked every time I go to the doctor,” said Sansing. “All we can do as a family is encourage my aunt, be there for her and take care of our own health.”
major and Jackson, Miss. native Morgan King stated that she was excited that a former Freedom Rider was speaking to the university. King stated that her grandmother par ticipated in a freedom ride while attending Jackson C ollege. Jackson State was founded on Oct. 23, 1877 as Natchez S eminar y, under the auspices of the American B a p t i s t I feel that it is important to H o m e learn where we came from as a M i s s i o n S ociety of university and how far we have New York come with the improvements... for the purpose of - Bria King educating
Photo: William Kelly Wayne Brent, JSU Men’s Head Basketball Coach speaks at event.
Photo: William Kelly Students release balloons during breast cancer awareness hotspot.
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Mississippi’s newly f reed slaves. The school began with only 20 students and operated for 63 years as a private church school. “I will most def initely be in attendance at this year’s Founder’s Day convocation. This is so impor tant to me, because I bleed blue and white and to celebrate the histor y of the university I love is something to remember,” said L aura C oleman, a sophomore mass communications major
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f rom Jackson, Miss. S ome seniors attending the convocation look for ward the annual event. “I have attended ever y convocation since fall of 2011,” said Bria King, a senior biolog y major f rom Jackson, Miss. “I feel that it is impor tant to learn where we came from as a university and how far we have come with the improvements and changes that have been made on campus since my f reshman year.”
The university celebrates Founders’ Day to honor those who fought and died for students of Jackson State University to have the right and equal oppor tunity to obtain an education. The university canceled classes f rom 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. so students, faculty, and staf f members would have the oppor tunity to witness a celebration of the founding of Jackson State.
Sports
Page 8 - October 23, 2014
JSU Tigers looks for redemption
JSU Athletics Media Wide Receiver, Daniel Williams catches the ball.
Jeremey Anderson Staff Writer After a week off, Jackson State University will return to action on Saturday against the Jaguars of Southern University at Veterans Memorial Stadium. Both teams have a rich football history and are longtime rivals, so tensions will be high for this match-up. With both Southern and JSU having big fan bases in the Southwestern Athletic Conference, expect a rowdy atmosphere throughout the game.
The two storied programs met twice last year and split the season series. Last year, Jackson State won the regular season matchup 1914 in Baton Rouge, La. The two teams later met in the SWAC Championship in Houston, Texas. JSU fell to Southern in the second overtime period 3427. This year, Southern is 4-3 (3-1 SWAC) and looking for another SWAC championship appearance. SU is 2nd in the SWAC West behind Grambling State, whom they will play later in the season in the Bayou Classic. Their lone SWAC loss was to the Alcorn State University Braves. Conversely, Jackson State, who mathematically still has a chance at a SWAC championship appearance, sits at third place in the SWAC East with a record of 3-4 (1-3 SWAC). In the SWAC East standings, Jackson State trails Alcorn State and Alabama State. Last week, Southern trailed Alabama A&M late into the game in Huntsville, Ala. The Jaguars fought back into the game and surged to win 35-34 against the Bulldogs of Alabama A&M, taking the lead late in the fourth quarter. Jackson State lost to Mississippi Valley State
University two weeks ago during their Homecoming game. The Tigers played hard but could not avoid the upset by the Delta Devils of MVSU. The 27-23 loss ended a 19 year win streak for JSU against MVSU. Although they lost a lot of talent last year in quarterback Dray Joseph and wide receiver Lee Doss, Southern has settled on freshman QB Austin Howard and his main target, the 5’5 Willie Quinn. Keys to a JSU victory will be to contain All-SWAC receiver Quinn and to not let the freshman QB play like a veteran. After the bye week, the Tigers will be a healthier team than two weeks ago against MVSU. Expect to see receivers Tobias Singleton and Devin Fosselman back on the field against Southern. This Saturday’s rivalry game will be sure to provide a fun atmosphere. Southern fans will always show up in Jackson in their royal blue and gold, letting everyone know that Jaguar Nation has arrived. And everyone looks forward to the battle between Southern’s band, “The Human Jukebox,” and the famed “Sonic Boom of the South.” There are few games like the SU vs. JSU game. Be sure to join the excitement this Saturday at 6 p.m. at Mississippi Veteran’s Memorial Stadium.
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