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The Voice For Students, By Students
October 27, 2010 • Vol. 2, Issue No. 3
What would you build with $500,000?
HOMECOMING 2010
Recent grants to FSU have some students talking about how they would spend the money by Camellia Sansberry
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Top, members of the Delta Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., celebrate their step show win Saturday at the Capel Arena. They tied with the Epsilon Zeta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Bottom, the new scoreboard shows it all – an impressive Homecoming win against Livingston on Saturday. For more from Homecoming 2010, see page 6-7.
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In September, Fayetteville State University was awarded a $500,000 federal grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development fund for the redevelopment of Murchison Road. This was the maximum grant that FSU was eligible to receive this year, but next year they will be able to apply for a grant of up to $800,000. “Murchison Road is vitally important to our city. We’re trying to do our part as a university”, Chancellor James A. Anderson said in an interview with the Fayetteville Observer. He also said there would be a small committee formed that will consist of FSU staff, business owners, landlords, and community members to decide what to spend the money on. There is a possibility that the $500,000 could be spent on leasing more space at Bronco Square located across from the campus. Aside from the $500,000 grant FSU received, the university was also given nearly $1 million from the Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibil-
The Poetry Garden has returned! page 9
ity Act, part of President Obama’s stimulusThese funds will be used to help with the renovation and upgrade of some of the older buildings around campus to make them more reliable and efficient. FSU is currently in the designing phase of these projects and no dates have been set for when building will begin. U.S. Congressman Bob Etheridge visited the campus recently to discuss the stimulus funding which was approved earlier this year, saying “It’s terrific. It’s a chance to move programs forward.” Etheridge also said that he feels students need the best kind of facilities to learn in and supplying funds is a great way to help improve students’ work areas. Considering all priorities, there are also ways this money could be spent that the students would find interesting, and even fun. The Voice asked several FSU students what they would build if they were given $500,000 and here’s what
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Halfway there, but Set your alarm, beat the traffic, don’t be late to class a long way too go and Avoid EA grades and disrupting fellow students left in the fall semester, how much will you commit yourself to growth? Now that the “climax” of the fall You have come to college primarily semester has passed, it may seem to grow academically and socially, as if there is little motivation left. but you have limitless opportunities You still have a long stretch and you can utilize to better your health, your gas tank is approaching “E”. networking skills, finances, etc. Do Chilly winds make walks to class you attend Zumba or lift weights to less pleasant and that 15-page re- stay fit? Are you visiting career sersearch paper has reared its unat- vices regularly to take advantage of tractive head and forced you to look leadership, volunteer, and internship it in the eyes. Trust me, I know the opportunities? Did you blow your refund check at the mall feeling. The journey from this or consult with a lopoint to the end of the semescal financial advisor on ter can be worse than my eight ways to invest and save? hour drive on I-95 to visit my Did you spend two exfamily in Delaware (ok wait, tra hours in the cafeteria maybe not as bad…). There is a with your friends when quote I once heard that I cannot you could’ve attended quite remember, but I know it a dissertation presentawent something like this, “you tion? Ask yourself these don’t build character during questions to see if you’re high times, but rather during stunting your growth. moments of difficulty and adAs much as I’d love versity”. I have learned that although we’d rather grow while FROM THE EDITOR college to be as carefree as high school, it’s not we’re having fun, it is rare. Reflecting on my past, I’ve also and will never be. If it is, then you realized that the quote is relevant aren’t challenging yourself nearly to most of our lives. I cannot recall enough to be an asset to anyone’s myself learning or growing much corporation when you graduate. I like to think of college as one when I was at a party, enjoying my favorite reality television show, on a long PT (physical training) test. As movie date or taking a midday nap. I a member of the NC Air Force Nadon’t remember learning any lessons tional Guard, I have to take one every while shoe shopping or getting my year to ensure I’m healthy enough to nails done. However, I remember, in continue defending my country. If I precise detail, every lesson I learned don’t train throughout the entire year, during Air Force basic training, my I know I’ll either pass the PT test by one time in high school detention, a couple points, or just outright fail and the time I got a not-so-excellent it, but if I exercise and eat right evgrade in my Political Science class eryday, I’ll do well on the test. Your during my freshman year. I will collegiate career is no different. You never forget how it felt to spend my need to challenge yourself as much as last $20 on a cute pair of jeans only possible throughout these four years, to have my car stop in the middle of or you won’t do so well when the test (aka - landing a good job) comes. traffic from having run out of gas. The club or the library? The movGrowth. It is what happens within us every day, little by little. There are ies or the research paper? You’re an so many types of growth, including adult. Nobody can make you choose physical, mental, emotional, aca- the library or the research paper. But demic, social, financial, and psycho- then again, they don’t have to choose logical. With a little over one month you for that $50K salary job you Greetings Broncos,
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Every day students straggle into class long after classes have begun. Some don’t bother to attend at all. It all seems very casual. Maybe they feel assured somehow it will all work out. Maybe they actually believe they’ll pass the class. What is the mindset? Education is a collaborative effort between student and instructor. The questions, are what can students do to understand their responsibilities? What can professors do to emphasize their expectations? There have been a few changes in procedures to support already existing university guidelines. One of these changes is heavy emphasis on the expectation that students arrive to class on time, attend classes and remain for the full duration of class. In order to stress that, professors are utilizing the EA grade. EA stands for excessive absences. If you plan to be late for class often or not attend at all, don’t be surprised to see EA as your midterm grade. It’s an alert to the upcoming F you should expect at the end of the term if you exhibit excessive lateness or non-attendance. The syllabus given to FSU students at the start of every class term, contains an excerpt on attendance policies. According to official FSU
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policy late attendance to class is considered disruptive behavior and is governed under The Code of the University of North Carolina system and the FSU Code of Student Conduct, “which defines disorderly conduct to include acting in a manner so severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive that it materially or substantially interferes with normal classroom procedures.” Disruptive behavior ranges from disrespecting the rights of others to entering class late and even leaving before the classroom is dismissed. Prrofessor, Dr. Kwaku Twumasi-Ankrah is very strict on attendance policies. “The syllabus is a contract,” he said. He takes time in each of his classes to explain his procedures and university policy. He emphatically enforces the attendance policy to include reduction of points for excessive absences and tardiness. “I prefer students come in regularly to learn from each other as well as from me,” said the Chair of the Department of Sociology at FSU. Any student that attends Dr. Twumasi-Ankrah’s class understands the value of regular attendance and participation. They also know to expect the dreaded pop quiz. “I give pop quizzes. I want students to realize the importance of keeping up with their work, attending class and participating
in class discussions,” says Dr. Twumasi-Ankrah. When asking the FSU legal department or Student Affairs they point to student handbook. In the official student handbook there is a small section called classroom etiquette with two simple points. Number one is; students are expected to arrive to class on time. Number two is; students may not leave or prepare to leave until dismissed by the instructor. It is simple good manners. More importantly it shows respect for professors, and other students as well. Everyone has a right to the full extent of their education. History major Jessica Rodriguez was very emphatic on her point of views. When asked what she thought about the EA grade she said she didn’t know what it was. Mrs. Rodriguez says she’s never late and always attends classes unless she has a doctor’s appointment. She believes the EA grade doesn’t pertain to her because she’s usually on time. She’d be surprised to know, according to FSU policy, scheduling appointments during class time is unacceptable. “I think it’s not fair for students that try and work hard and earn their grade, when student that are always late expect to get good grades. There are those of us who try. Why should people that don’t
Mater loved her students” that the FSU Gospel Choir played at Mary Eldridge’s funeral. It was the FSU Concert Choir that played at the funeral. The Voice
regrets this reporting error. • In the Sept. 22 issue, we published the wrong phone number for Jolanda Smith’s salon. The correct number is 910-987-1443
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Late, from previous page come to class get a good grade?” says Mrs. Rodriguez. “College prepares you for the future. Professionally you can’t do that. It is fair that you should be accountable.” “One professor made things so easy. There were still students that didn’t pass. He offered
help for students. He gave every opportunity. He over-prepared people. Those that failed were students that didn’t care. They didn’t come to class. What else was he supposed to do?” Mrs. Rodriguez expresses her belief that there should be repercussions so that students
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D’Aysia Gilchrist
Robert Harley
Motavian Bratton
Dawnesha Coffin
Shamiah Keen
they had to say. D’Aysia Gilchrist, a freshman, said she’d like to build a statue somewhere near the campus of Mrs. Mary T. Eldridge, the woman responsible for writing our alma mater. “I would do it because she recently passed and other than the fact that our alma mater was created by her, there isn’t anything dedicated specifically to her,” says D’Aysia. Shamiah Keen, a sophomore, says she’s always wanted to establish a homeless shelter where one is needed. “I’m the type of person who wants to help those in need. In an area like Fayetteville I think that a homeless shelter on Murchison would be a great way to lend a helping hand.” Freshman Motavian Bratton says he’d build a more secure and welllit gas station closer to the campus because it may help with decreasing the crime surrounding the campus. Also, it would be more convenient for faculty, staff, and student commuters. Dawnesha Coffin, freshman, said “Building a hotel on Murchison would be a good idea because students could possibly get jobs there that are close to campus and also because people who come from out of town for FSU events can stay closer to the campus.” Robert Harley, a senior at FSU, says that he would spend the money on a community outreach center. “It can be somewhere for the teenagers around the community to go for some fun events, but also to have people, possibly some FSU students, be like mentors to them and help them with anything they might need help with,” Mr. Harley said Whether it’s a larger space for Bronco Square or a statue of Mrs. Eldridge, FSU will be responsible for some new or something improved on the south end of Murchison Road. With the amount of money FSU has been granted, hopefully it will be spent wisely on something that can benefit the university as well as the community.
realize it’s serious and they should take their classes seriously. There is a sense of teamwork between instructors and students when they’re both respectful of each other and equally invested in student’s education. Dr. Trumasi-Ankrah reminds students that
without them he wouldn’t have a job. He says that that without the help of his teachers as well as the support of his family when he was going to school, he wouldn’t be here today. According to Dr. Twumasi Ankrah, “education has value.”
Chancellor for a day
How FSU will utilize stimulus funds $300,000 Lily Gym-South End Partial Renovation The south end of Lily Gym has been nearly untouched and unusable for years. New windows and doors will be needed. The total project budget for the south end is renovation is $1,000,000. $700,000 of repairs and renovations have been allocated towards this project and $300,000 from Title III insures timely completion of the project. $65,000 Chick Building-HVAC/Mechanical Re-Design This building has been operating with the same HVAC and mechanical systems since 1966. These systems are now deteriorating. The building’s use and interior configuration has drastically changed over the years. As a result, there are many hot and cold spots resulting in very few comfortable occupants. Electrical demand and toilet counts need to be reviewed. An HVAC/Mechanical ReDesign of this building would be the first step in correcting these problems. $128,330 Lyons Science Lab Relocation (Phase 1) To enhance efforts of the Chemistry Department to obtain accreditation, a new lab space needs to be created in the Lyons Science Building so some existing lab space in the Lyons Science Annex can be better utilized. Approximately $140,000 can be spent to design this new lab space and begin demolition and necessary abatement. Title III funds will be requested in 2011-12 to complete renovation. $50,000 Pedestrian Lighting Improvements Facilities Management would like to begin correcting deficiencies in the lighting on FSU’s campus. In 2010-11 they will begin and continue to allocate $50,000 each year for lighting improvements until all of these deficiencies are corrected. $225,000 Mitchell Building Site Renovation The Mitchell building is undergoing renovation to become the new campus police station. A site plan has been designed to improve sidewalks, ADA access, lighting, and signage and storm water management. It has been estimated that $225,000 would be necessary for implementation. $107,000 Construction of Campus Television Station Construction of the new television station will require funds to install new electrical wiring, support beams for lights, production hardwood flooring, custom production furniture and a connection to the campus’ closed-circuit television system. $50,000 Student Services Renovation A minor renovation is needed in the Student Services Area to make a more efficient, user friendly space for students to conduct business in the Department of Admissions/ Registrar.
Third time is the charm and worth the wait by L’Asia Brown Editor-in-Chief
Finally, I have witnessed the truth to the statement, “third time’s the charm”. I was selected as Chancellor for a Day the third time I submitted my application essay and the wait was absolutely worthwhile. I’d be serving as the 8th “Madam Chancellor”, two years after our newest Chancellor, Dr. James A. Anderson, arrived at Fayetteville State University and created the program. The experience surpassed all expectations I had and I can say with confidence, that it has changed the course of my educational goals for the better. I saw the intricate process of decision making inside the Chancellor’s cabinet meeting. I listened in on various detailed conversation regarding the future of the university I will soon be an esteemed alumni of. At the end of the day, I had an even deeper appreciation of FSU. The “Chancellor for a Day” program provided me with a wonderful experience that has impacted my views on education, administration, globalization, finance, and most importantly, FSU. Throughout my day I witnessed various leadership rituals that students rarely see. I met many pleasant members of the staff, faculty and administration who gave me great ideas for content to include in The Voice. The experience has even sparked my interest in attending graduate school for public administration or business. FSU is not just an establishment that takes up land, but is a fabric of the Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and Southeastern North Carolina region. By forging relationships with local business owners, politicians, alumni, and residents, FSU is creating a community that is encouraged to contribute financially, socially, and politically to ensure the well-being of the university. During the cabinet meeting I saw the true dynamics of administration. Knowing that decisions regarding the well-being of the student are discussed in such great detail is comforting. The meetings, events, tasks, and general demands of the Chancellor are constant and sometimes overlapping. It takes a great deal of energy, organization, intellectual diversity, motivation, and desire to move forward, to handle the pressures and obstacles that arise. A leader must be efficient, social, analytical, and driven to serve in such an esteemed position. My Chancellor for a Day experience has opened my eyes and encouraged me to look into a career in service or education. I am truly humbled and grateful for this opportunity. I encourage all eligible students to apply. Join a program in its infancy and on its way to becoming an FSU legacy.
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Holiday opens door to unhealthy amounts of sugar to make and release insulin into the bloodstream, insulin is used to get these sugars into the cells so they Halloween is just days away and can be used as energy. When eating sugary foods, peoparents are scrambling to do last minute candy shopping to hand out ple need to keep in mind the affects to all those costumed door knockers it could ultimately have on their Most people don’t know what bodies. Weight gain is the most they’re really buying. Most moms common consequence of high sugar and dads don’t think about the in- intake. Ms. Massa pointed out that whatgredients in candy that makes it taste so good. What is it that makes ever energy the body cannot use in its everyday metabolic process, children want more and more? is stored as fat, which results in It’s as simple as a sugar! People often don’t realize what weight gain. Insulin resistance is another conlarge quantities of sugar can do to their bodies and overall health. sequence, and can ultimately lead There are many different types of to diabetes. Another type of sugar causing sugars, and each can affect you adversely if consumed in large controversy is high-fructose corn syrup, which is a sweetener and a amounts. Most of the commonly known sugar additive which is processed sugars have the suffix “-ose”, in- into foods to preserve them. When cluding glucose (which carbohy- foods have more than one type of sugar, it can condrates are broken fuse the body and down into), sucause other serious crose, fructose, health complicahigh-fructose tions. (corn syrup), and According to dextrose (which Massa, several is glucose when health complicaadded to foods). tions stemming These are the from high intakes more common of sugar include sugars found on obesity, kidney ingredient la- “A person following a problems, depresbels. sion, hypertension, Each sugar af- 2,000-a-day calorie coronary probfects the body in intake should limit them- and lems. All of these different ways, can be prevented e x p l a i n s R a f - selves to 40 grams or reversed by faella Massa, a {of sugar}, or 10 teasimply consuming lecturer in the sugars in moderaCollege of Bio- spoons a day.” tion. logical Sciences “There are no at Fayetteville Erin Johnson, registered dietician recommended daiState University. “Carbohydrates provide energy ly allowances for sugar,” said Mrs. for our bodies. Our cells need sug- Johnson. “But a person following a ar to function,” Ms. Massa said. 2,000-a-day calorie intake should “What they do not need is refined limit themselves to 40 grams, or 10 sugar. Refined white sugar is some- teaspoons a day.” During Halloween, it will surely thing that does not occur naturally in the environment. It is converted be hard to avoi sugary goodies by our bodies into blood sugar very while having fun. However, once the holiday is rapidly.” Erin Johnson, a registered dieti- over, Mrs. Johnson recommends cian at Cape Fear Valley Hospital, getting back to healthy snacks. Sugar is needed by the human said that “sugar is used as a fuel source, but high intake of sugar has body in order to fulfill the metamany adverse affects. It could raise bolic processes, but experts urge the risk of diabetes, raise triglycer- people to keep in mind what could result from too much sugar, as the ides, and cause weight gain.” Both Ms. Massa and Mrs. John- consequences are hazardous to son said that simple sugars cause health and difficult to overcome. the pancreas to work harder in order By Heather Templeton Voice Staff Writer
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Harvard scholar talks race, anger, suicide and culture by L’Asia Brown Voice Editor-in-Chief
In early October, Fayetteville State University and the surrounding community got up close and personal with a veteran scholar and close friend of Bill Cosby for the second installment of the Chancellor Speaker Series. Dr. Alvin F. Poussaint, M.D., spoke to students, staff, and faculty of FSU on the state of racial affairs in the United States. Considered one of the leading authorities of psychiatry and race, Dr. Poussaint delivered an intimate, insight-filled speech on facts, current studies, and analyses of life and African-Americans in America, in comparison to other races. The event, which was free and open to the public, drew a large crowd of FSU students, as well as students from neighboring community colleges and institutions including the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Methodist University. Concentrating on the epidemic of “angry” young, black men and the proven origins and faults of their psychological health, Dr. Poussaint discussed a study in which the same emotions experienced by suicidal patients, were also felt by young, black men who had committed crimes against the Black community. “Black men account for 2.3 million prison inmates in the United States,” Dr. Poussaint explained. “Less than 50% of Black men are graduating from high school, and 80 percent of prison imnates are high school dropouts”. Suicide, a taboo topic in the Black community, was discussed in part to the emotional correlation felt by suicidal individuals and black males. “Lack of self-esteem, anger, loneliness, despair…all the emotions felt by suicide patients were the same emotions observed to be felt in young black boys and men…yet when you say want to kill yourself, or harm yourself, society tells you that you need help, that you need to see a specialist. When we say, I want to kill another person, nobody says we’re crazy. Nobody says we need to get help,” Dr. Poussaint said about black-on-black crime and homicides, which accounts for the majority of deaths of black men aged 16-25. Dr. Poussaint disagrees with the a popular belief in the African-American community that “whipping” or “beating” a child encourages them to behave. He states that children who are regularly disciplined using violence are known to behave violently in educational environments. “It begins in the home,” he said. In addition, Dr. Poussaint also spoke about the African-American family structure. “70 percent of Black homes are headed by a single parent, while 95 to 100 percent of public-housing households are headed by a single parent. The deg-
“The Black women is the one who does the majority of the disciplining while most Black fathers are not in the picture.” ~ Dr. Poussaint
radation of the Black women has a correlation to the family structure,” said Dr. Poussaint. “The Black women is the one who does the majority of the disciplining while most Black fathers are not in the picture. So in an angry response, she is called a “bitch… that mentality, it starts in the home.” Dr. Poussaint is from East Harlem, New York. The current Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and Judge Baker Children’s Center in Boston. He is the coauthor of two books, Raising Black Children, Lay My Burden Down and most recently, Come On People.
Important Academic Days Oct. 29: Last day to withdraw from classes Nov. 1: Preregistration begins for Spring 2011 Nov. 11: Veteran’s
Day; University closed Nov. 17: Last day to withdraw from university Nov. 25-26: Thanksgiving
Holiday, University closed. Dec. 3: Preregistration ends for Spring 2011 semester Dec. 3: Last day of
classes Dec. 6-10: Finals for non-graduating students Dec.13 - Jan. 7: 2011: Winter Break
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BroncoCalendar Compiled By Shirley Townsend, Voice News Editor
Lobby Area Hosted by: The Epsilon Beta Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
SGA Meeting What: The mission of the Student Government Association is to serve as the voice of the students, promote academic excellence, and encourage positive involvement for the enhancement of student life. When: Today 5 p.m.6:30p.m. Where: Rm. 236, Student Center United We Stand Training for Battle Workshop What: Workshops for student leaders that will be lead by local community leaders. The events will provide opportunities for students to network and to develop beyond the classroom. When: Today, 5:30 -10:30p.m., Where: Shaw Auditorium Hosted by: Transformed Campus Ministries
How to be a Lady: Part 2 eWhat: How to Be a kLady will feature a -selected panel that -will be discussing …different factors that contribute to making a ewoman become a Lady! lRefreshment will be .served. -When: Today, 7-9 p.m. e Where: Career Services Hosted by: Bronco Women United We Stand Training for Battle Workshop What: Workshops for student leaders that will be lead by local community leaders. The events will provide
Student Goverment Meeting When: Wednesday Nov, 10 5p.m.-7:30p.m. Where: RJSC 236 Hosted by: Student Government Association
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Tiffany Scott, center, and HyShawna Reynolds receive recognition for their service to A.U.T.O.s during a ceremony and reception last week. Advisor Pamela Smith, left, is shown with the students.
opportunities for students to network and to develop beyond the classroom. When: Thursday 5:30 -10 p.m. Where: Shaw Auditorium Hosted by: Transformed Campus Ministries
The events will provide opportunities for students to network and to develop beyond the classroom. When: Friday, 4-11 p.m. Where: Seabrook Auditorium Hosted by: Transformed Campus Ministries
Dance Your Howl off for the Real Army Wives What: Officers’ army wives deserve to have some fun too, so Ryder Gymand Student United Way is throwing them a costume party! When: Friday, 8:30 -10 a.m. Hosted by: Student United Way at FSU
United We Stand Concert What: United We Stand is designed for student leaders at FSU and surrounding colleges to have an opportunity to receive training on personal development, spiritual growth, and how to be better leaders on their campuses. When: Saturday 3 -11 p.m. Where: Seabrook Auditorium Hosted by: Transformed Campus Ministries
United We Stand Training for Battle social/ entertainment
What: Workshops for student leaders that will be lead by local community leaders.
180 Bible Study What: Student Lead
bible study that gives students the tools to live a fulfilling christian life. When: Tuesday Nov. 2 7:30 to 10:00p.m. Where: LSA Building Room 121 Hosted by: Transformed Campus Ministries (Bible Study every Tuesday 7:30p.m.10:00p.m.) DJ Wild Wednesday What: Music and Trivia for prizes and enhancement of Bronco Pride. When: Wednesday Nov 3, 11:00a.m.-2 p.m. Where: RJSC Cafeteria Hosted by: Student Activities Council Walk of Hope What: This will be the first ever “Walk of Hope” Breast Cancer walk. This is event is to inform the student body and the Fayetteville community about
breast cancer and the drive that is needed to fight the disease that is taking lives daily. When: Thursday Nov. 4 1:00p.m.-2:30p.m. Where: Capel Arena Hosted by: FSU Marketing Club FAMILY GAME NIGHT What: A.U.T.O.S. Organization will sponsor a Family Game Night for Commuting Students. When: Thursday Nov 4, 6:00p.m.- 9:00p.m. Where: Rudolph Jones Student Center Game Room Hosted by: A.U.T.O.S Commuter Student Organization FREE HAIR CUTS What: Professional Barbers giving free hair cuts. When: Monday Nov 8, 11:00a.m.- 2:00p.m. Where: Student Center
TLC Auto Wash and Fast Lube Fundraiser What: Need your car washed? This is a great way to receive a discount on a local auto wash, and you help support our organization. Speak to any of our members about purchasing a card. When: Today through Friday Nov. 12, 11 a.m.5 p.m. Where: Various Locations on Campus Hosted by: National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice SGA WORD ON THE YARD When: Tuesday, November 16, 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Where: Hood Hall Lobby Hosted By: Student Government Association HONDA ALL-STARS What: The FSU Honda Campus All Star Team will be holding its annual Campus tournament Where: Rudolph Jones Student Center When: Nov. 8, 9, and 10 from 2pm-6pm. More: Sign-ups start Nov. 1 in suite 210 of the student center. Info: Gavin Myrick or Gene Carroway at 910.672.1166
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Dance members of Philadelphia-based Phildanco perform at Seabrooke Auditorium last week . This was one of the headliners for the 2010 FSU Homecoming festivities.
Homecoming 2010
Dances, parades & a 59-6 Win, oh my!
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Members of the FSU Student Government Association participate in the 2010 Homecoming Parade Saturday. Voice photo by Nathanial Stevenson
Fayetteville native J. Cole performs at the Capel Arena at Fayetteville State University last week during Homecoming festivities.
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The Delta Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., gets creative with a genie theme during the 2010 Homecoming Step Show. Including their Saturday win, they are four-year reigning champions.
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Poet Yogi shows audience members that slam poetry is a contact sport at the Fayetteville State University Poetry Slam last week. The slam was held at the Butler Theatre and sponsored by the FSU Communications Club.
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Members of the Delta Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., perform during their winning routine Saturday at the Capel Arena. They tied with the Epsilon Zeta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
... and the 2010-2011 kings & Queens
Miss Kappa Alpha Psi
Miss Phi Beta Sigma
Finale Williams
Daisy Ngwainmbi
Mr. Delta Quinton Graham
Miss Omega Psi Phi Rashell Carr
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Miss Black & Gold Tatianna Mosley
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Students share memories of Halloween The leaves are falling and nights are getting cold. You’ve made it through half the semester and survived midterms. Conversations in the student center are all about whose football team can’t be beat. Oh yes, fall is here! This season ushers in store aisles full of sweets, pumpkin decorations and vampire costumes. Halloween is rapidly approaching. With the ghoulish holiday in sight, FSU students reminisce on their best and worst Halloween memories.
“I was eight and I was out trick or treating with my brother, sister and some friends. I bent down to tie my shoe, looked up and they were gone. I started panicking. An older woman helped me get in contact with my mom who had to come pick me up. I don’t think I went trick or treating again.”
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ghoulish delights, holiday frights By Nike Pascal Voice Staff Writer
Beginning Friday through Sunday Fayetteville will be invaded by monsters, hobgoblins, witches and zombies. People are advised to stay at home. Those who choose to go out will do so at their own risk. If you must go out here is some useful advice, first learn some rules on survival. This can be done by watching movies like Zombieland, Masters of Horror or The Walking Dead. Can’t get access to these films? Don’t worry, just walk around with somebody you don’t care for such as noisy neighbors, ex-spouses, exboyfriends or girlfriends, in-laws or the kid who
stole your bike. It’s easy, whenever you run into zombies or similar beings, just use these individuals as shields, or to lure the deadly creatures away from you and while the unspeakable monsters are feasting on your ex you’ll have lots of time to escape. If sacrificing someone to save your own neck seems wrong, well here’s a plan for you gooddoers too. Researchers have reported that zombies and other types of monsters don’t attack their own or other creatures of the night, so dressing up like any of them will keep you safe in public. If you don’t want to stay home or play dress-up then try the following places if you can get there safely.
The following locations will provide ample security to keep the non-infected safe but remember to call for further details. Oct. 30, 2010 n Lidos- The Euro Spot Halloween Party (910) 222-8237 The Rock Shop Music Hall, 4th Annual Halloween Party (910) 321-7625
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“I remember the time I went trick or treating and the guy opened the door in a Jason outfit with a working chainsaw. We ran and cried.”
Oct. 31, 2010 Cadillac Ranch Halloween Bash & Costume Contest (910) 484-7662
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Itz Entertainment City Halloween Party & Costume Contest (2 separate parties will be held; one for children and one for adults) (910) 826-2300
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“When I was nine, someone gave me and my friends nasty candy while we were trick or treating. To get back at them, we terrorized the entire neighborhood. The whole night, we knocked on everyone’s doors and ran.” Kourtney Williams
Not into parties then try:
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The Horace House Legend has it that the Horace family owned a butcher shop during the early 1920’s. Desperate, hungry and broke during the Great Depression, Mr. and Mrs. Horace turned to the locals for “assistance”. Eventually, the Horace family was caught. It was reported that the family alone had consumed 20 humans, but many more had been chopped up, passed off as animal meat and sold in the neighborhood. So much for pork chops, the parents were sentenced to death while their son was sent to a nuthouse. Edward is said to still be alive. To visit the house or for more information go to www.horacehouse.com
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“When I was seven I went to a haunted house that my friend’s family set up. I went into a room and I saw a guy with a chainsaw lodged into his head and he grabbed my arm. I ran outside and dropped all of my hard earned candy in the process. The person that grabbed me chased me outside and took off the mask he had on. It was my friend’s dad. I was scared to death.” Martika Mitchell
“My only Halloween memory, which was my favorite, was when I dressed up as a witch and walked around with my neighbor and his family down the street. When I got home my two older brothers and I were auctioning off our candy to each other. They ended up taking my candy and kicking me out their room. That was the first and only time I was allowed to participate in Halloween.” Chelsea Race By Brianna Murrell, Voice Staff Writer
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Poetry Garden
The Rain It’s an unknown feeling An unexplainable bond It’s a cover for a rainy morning Like a town that has been ruined by a flood This flood didn’t come from the sky Just the red eyes that released cries Cries for a touch Cries for a hand Cries for a past happiness Cries for a boy wanting to become a man Every bullet pierces his soul and leaves behind a quite whisper of hate Every statistic covers his wound like a bandage Leaving behind a scar of mistakes His mother was never there to give him warm milk at night Or to read him a bed time story to silence the screams of the streets at night Ruining herself was her routine and never did she stay clean Her filth equaled out his pain And now I’m stuck holding the umbrella while we both stand in the rain ~ Shirley Townsend
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Broncoscopes Scorpio (October 23-November 21) As much as you want to confront a close friend or significant other about his or her lack of reciprocating the affection you show them, wait a little longer. They probably know they’re in the wrong and they’re planning something sweet just for the two of you.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) The first half of the semester was rough, but you managed to brave it and come out on top. Don’t overestimate yourself though, you still have to make it through the home stretch. Midterm grades don’t show up on our transcript, the final does.
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) You can be deceitful without doing it on purpose. It’s just part of your romantic charm, but be careful. You may meet your match and the holiday season is not the greatest time to get a taste of your own medicine.
Gemini (May 21-June 21) Your “need” to be the best at everything is wreaking havoc on your pockets. You don’t need to get your hair, nails, and make-up done for a meeting, and you don’t need to buy new shoes for a casual lunch date with an old friend. Relax, your witty personality is enough.
Capricorn (December 22-January 19) Out of all the Zodiac signs, you’re the absolute best at being frugal and saving money. You may be tempted to skimp on gifts and travel during the holidays, but remember, riches are valueless without loved ones to share them with. Aquarius (January 20-February 18) Right now is not the time to be a crybaby. Your problems are miniscule compared to those around you who may need your strength and great sense of advice during hard times in their lives. You’re skilled in comforting people. Let that be your greatest gift this season. Pisces (February 18-March 20) You have an infamous mean streak that can be the dagger to the heart of an important relationship, whether it’s with your friend, professor, sibling, spouse, or even yourself. Be vulnerable for once. You’ll be surprised how quickly you find your hero. Aries (March 21-April 19) Homecoming is over and you may feel a sense of emptiness and loneliness now that the hype has died down and you’re not surrounded by lots of people. Don’t worry, you tend you discover wonderful things about yourself when you’re alone.
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Cancer (June 22-July 22) Please realize that you are only one person! You’re spreading yourself much too thin between work, friends, romance and the onehundred other things you’re trying to do. It’s always better to give 100% of yourself to 1 thing, rather than 1% of yourself to 100 things.
Leo (July 23-August 22) With an everlasting supply of confidence you can come off as arrogant to people who are struggling with their own self-image. Although being high-strung isn’t a bad thing, be cautious as to who’s affected by it. If it’s your boss who has low selfesteem, you may want to calm down. Virgo (August 23-September 22) You possess a powerful trait, which is knowing when to speak up versus when to shut up. You’re still human which makes you prone to mistakes, so the next time you have the urge to be cool, calm, and collected… just get ratchet and loud. Reinforce your presence. Libra (September 23-October 22) You are such a romantic and right now it may seem as if there are just too many attractive people around you to settle down and choose one. Rather than taking a bite out of every piece of fruit, look for the ripest piece…the one who seems ready to be who you need.
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Body Talk: Part II net, a flood of memories enters my head about my grandmother’s china cabinet, which leads me to think I love people-watching. I think most of us prob- of my grandmother. I’m sure you’ve all had a similar ably do. I’ve noticed the best places are in clubs, the experience. With olfactory communication, we’re talking about mall, and the airport. For me, It’s fun to see the soldiers, who have been gone for months, getting off the the smell of candles in your home, freshly baked plane to the warm embrace of their families. Watch cookies, springtime flowers, and even your body their faces, their hands, body postures, the strength odor. Did you know that US Americans are the most and length of the hug, the first kiss between husband deodorized group of people on the planet? We have a and wife, the joy expressed in the children’s voices. I product for EVERY sort of body odor: foot pads, foot spray, foot powder, scented hair spray, hair can’t hear a word anyone is saying, but I don’t gels, mouthwash, toothpaste, breath mints, have to. Last time I wrote, I discussed four types Dr. Todd underarm deodorant, perfume, cologne, body of nonverbal communication. These included FrobISH lotion, body spray, and the list goes on. I’m kinesics, proxemics, occulesics, and artifac- COMMUNICATION surprised we don’t have scented cotton ear swabs yet. When we choose our scents, or tual communication. There are others that are MATTERS allow the body odor to linger, we send a mesworth your time, and some are downright ensage about who we are. Many foreigners don’t regutertaining. I hope you agree. Haptics or Tactilics: Communication through larly bathe or shower, and they consider their personal touch. We could talk “bases” here, but the simple body odor to be part of their identity. If you want to fact is that all forms of touching, and even the refus- know the full details, ask me in person. So what mesal to touch, will be messages to others around you. sage are you sending with your smell? Chronemics: Communication through time. I knew my not-then-wife was first interested in me when, while playing an arcade game on my work We all know the importance of punctuality. If we are break at the movie theatre, she brushed up against me consistently late to a class, meeting, job, interview, or ever so slightly. It made a huge difference in my per- whatever, it might send a message that we just don’t ception of her, not to mention my confidence level. care. Continual tardiness can result in our getting fired. Yeah, don’t laugh. It’s true. Being early, on the other hand, sends the opposite People generally won’t touch you unless they trust you, feel attraction toward you, or want some- message—that we care, we’re ambitious, goal-orientthing from you. This is also where sexual harassment ed, and want to succeed. There is more to chronemics than this, though. Evcomes into play! It’s not what you think is appropriate, but what the other thinks is appropriate that you eryone, for example, has his or her own internal body have to consider. That shoulder rub may be innocent clock. Some people are early people, some are onto you, but to the other person it could be a sign of time people, and others are late people. I’m an early aggression or making that other person severely un- person. I try to be late sometimes. I really do. I just can’t. Something inside of me pushes me forward and comfortable. And it’s not just where you touch, but how long makes me early. It’s really frustrating when I don’t and how often. In the workplace especially, just don’t want to be first at a party, but there I am! The problem is this: say you have a 10 a.m. intertouch. You never know how it may be perceived, disview for a job and you are knocking on the door excussed, or documented. Paralinguistics: Vocal mannerisms that give actly at 10 a.m. because you are an on-time person. meaning to words. You’ve all heard the phrase, Now, add to this that your potential future boss is an “it’s not what you say, but how you say it.” Would early person and, because of this, now feels inside as you rather someone tell you “I love you” with all the if you’re late, despite your on-time presence. You’ve passion of a tree frog, or as someone who just sur- already have a raised a red flag for this person, and you’ve done nothing wrong! Be early, but not too vived a natural disaster. Paralinguistics is a hugely important category be- early. It’ll send a positive message. There you are. Four more ways in which you cause we’re talking about volume, rate, inflection or pitch, pauses, and verbal fillers like “um” and “uh.” communicate without words. There is a lot more to Would you trust someone who, when answering communication than people realize, and a substantial your question, included a lot of awkward pauses and amount of work yet to be done before we understand it all, if that’s even possible. I encourage all of you “ums” and “uhs?” The key to a good delivery is not just being loud to focus your thoughts and efforts on improving your either, but variety! It’s the ups and downs of your understanding of communication, your specific habits volume, pitch, and rate that keep people interested. of communication, and make those changes that will If you want to captivate an audience, increase the en- help you succeed in life. Communication Matters! ergy level and keep that diversity high. Todd S. Frobish, PhD, is Associate Professor and Olfactory Communication: Communication Interim Chair of the Department of Communication. through smell. Eww, gross, I know. Research shows that smell is the most powerful sense when it comes He encourages your comments and questions, and to memory recall. I have a cabinet in my dining room future ideas for his column. He can be reached at that smells of old cedar. Every time I open that cabi- tfrobish@uncfsu.edu.
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“Trick or treat!” over students who stay on campus. I love hearing those words. When we head home after our day Ever since I was a kid, I have we get to see some of the things always enjoyed Halloween. Now I going on around town. enjoy it for a different reason. There’s a lot to be said for Other than the joy of getting driving through a neighborhood bags of free candy, for me “All where everyone is participating in Hallows Eve” marks the “almost a holiday. There are so many things there” point. This holiday means that are actually going on that it’s that we are now at the home hard to find something you stretch in the semester. The enjoy. chris can’t last grind through the month I like seeing all the differhayes ent pumpkin carvings myself; of November and a week COMMUTER so far my favorite is Peter in December is in front of BLOG us. I love knowing that I’ve Griffin from “Family Guy.” managed to survive another It should give you a strong semester of driving to and from sense of pride to see so many campus. neighbors having fun. Though it I’m pretty sure I am not the only may fill you dread as well, knowperson on campus or commuter ing that so many people are into that loves this holiday. That glance a scary holiday – just depends on at the horizon brings about joy or how you feel. maybe dread, if you are behind in Be wary as you soak in the holiyour studies. day on your way to wherever you As a commuter I think an added are going.There will be a lot more bonus is seeing all the decorapeople on the road this Halloween tions around the neighborhoods. so we need to pay attention to all So many people get in the spirit of of our surroundings. Halloween and take extraordinary I won’t be out on the road efforts to decorate their homes or though. This year I plan on sitting offices to celebrate. I love seearound and watching a monster ing the effects of some people’s movie marathon starring Godzilla! time creating a haunted house so Be safe ladies and gentlemen, scary that even the bravest child we need you to come back to run will hesitate. This is one of the the rest of this school semester few holidays of the year when it’s down. not a bad thing to be a commuter. Chris Hayes is an FSU Junior and You get to take time and enjoy the member of A.U.T.O.S, the campus sights of festive décor, without the organization for commuters. For heavy, hassled traffic of Christmas more information, and more blog and Thanksgiving. posts, go to http://bit.ly/b1oA2X This is a commuter’s advantage
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Broncos treat fans to fantastic 59-6 homecoming victory Despite a dreary season of letdowns and shortcomings thus far, the Broncos shot for the moon and landed on the sun in Saturday’s homecoming game against Livingstone College. In nothing less than a blowout, the Broncos (3-5, 2-3) triumphed in a 59-6 win, sending the Blue Bears home likely feeling, well quite blue. With an impressive four blocked punts, three of which occurred in the first half, Fayetteville State University was able to obtain points early on to grasp a solid lead. In the first quarter, quarterback Robert Benjamin (16) took immediate advantage of a block with the assistance of wide receiver Jamere Pugh for a 20 yard score, giving the Broncos their first touchdown and initiating an everlasting lead over Livingstone College. The Broncos did encounter familiar territory when Franklin Evans of Livingstone attempted an offensive break for the ball, in which he was hit causing the FSU’s Jeremy Cunningham to regain control by recovering a fumble and escorting the Broncos to a 24-6 lead at the tail-end of the first half. Not forgetting the defense’s performance, strong safety Andre Lyles acquired a near-sideline interception, giving Benjamin room to penetrate inconsistencies in Bear country and leading to an additional 17-0 lead. With totals of 377 yards of offense, the Broncos limited Livingstone to a miniscule 146 yards, giving us a all the motivation we need, to believe in Bronco football again. ~ L’Asia Brown
Bronco running back Richard Medlin breaks a tackle during the homecoming game against Livingston Saturday. Medlin ran for 77 yards and one score. Voice photos by Nathanial Stevenson
sportscalendar Basketball Season Begins! FIRST GAME of SEASON NOV. 15TH Women’s Basketball; Nov. 15,
5:30 p.m. vs. Francis Marion at home (Capel Arena) Men’s Basketball; Nov. 15 7:30pm vs. Barber-Scotia at home (Capel Arena)
Volleyball -Oct. 28, 6 p.m. vs. Shaw University at home (Capel Arena) -Nov. 4-5 at Hampton, VA*
Football -Oct. 30, 1 p.m. vs. JCSU at home (Luther “Nick” Jerald’s stadium) -Nov. 6, 1 p.m. vs Virginia Union at home (Luther “Nick” Jerald’s stadium)
Golf -Nov. 8-9; at Savannah State in Savannah, GA Bowling -Nov. 5 vs. Livingstone College, WSSU, and JCSU in Charlotte, NC
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ONE MORE LOOK
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The Bronco mascot moves through campus during homecoming activities last week outside of the student center.
CHANCELLOR
From Ordinary to Extraordinary
STUDENTS WHO HAVE SERVED AS CHANCELLOR FOR A DAY Elijah Davis, a senior Criminal Justice major, plans to become a lawyer.
Yikang Bai, Graduate Student, Fulbright Scholar from Shandong University, China.
Cortney Slaughter, an English Secondary Education major, plans to become a middle or high school principal.
Kristy Mitchell, a Mathematics major, plans to get a Ph.D. in mathematics.
Stephen Pennix, a Finance major, is aspiring for a !"#$$#%&'%('"'!$% with a major corporation.
The program is designed to enable students to gain a better understanding of the daytoday operations of the University by shadowing the Chancellor for one day. They will participate in all of the activities and meetings scheduled for the Chancellor.
MAIN GOALS: ! To give students an opportunity to be a part of the administrative process. ! To emphasize the role of the student in the university. ! To give students experience in the decision making process. ! To enable students to gain some understanding of the leadership skills required for managing a multifaceted organization and the synergy required for operating as a whole.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: A letter of application for “Chancellor for a Day” of 500 words or less must include the following: ! Tell why you want to be Chancellor for a Day. ! Must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or higher. ! Must have demonstrated an interest in leadership through participation in student or community organizations, or in the academic major. ! Explain the compelling factors about yourself that make you the best person to be Chancellor for a Day. ! Include name address, telephone number, email address, academic !"#$%&'"()'*+",,-.*"/-$(0
Deadlines Applications for Chancellor For a Day are due: ! Sept. 10, 2010 to serve in September 2010. ! Oct. 22, 2010 to serve in November 2010. ! Jan. 21, 2011 to serve in February 2011. ! Mar. 25, 2011 to serve in April 2011.
Send all applications by Email to Dr. Bertha H. Miller, Special Assistant to the Chancellor (bmiller@uncfsu.edu).
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