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October 6, 2010 • Vol. 2, Issue No. 2
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CELEBRATING NIGERIA’S INDEPENDENCE
Fayetteville State University Chancellor James Anderson joins dancers during a celebration to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the independence of the Federal Republic of Nigeria at the Crown Colisium in Fayetteville Saturday. The event was sponsored by the Nigerian Cultural Association, which was founded by FSU students in 1982. See story on page 5.
Budget shortfalls affect everyone By Alicia Bayat Voice Staff Writer “We try to protect the core,” said Fayetteville State University Director of Budget Carlton Spellman. “Safety, security and instruction are the core. That is the strategic plan.” Last week, The Voice sat down with Mr. Spellman, who is the man in charge of helping to steer FSU through rough budget times as the state is currently facing. Two weeks ago North Carolina Governor Beverly Perdue called for another round of budget cuts to reduce spending by up to 15 percent. When asked for his take on North Carolina’s budget issue and its effects on FSU, he had quite a bit to
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say on how the university is affected; the strategy to protect students and what students, faculty and staff can do to support these efforts. As the state budget shortfalls become the topic of conversation and concern across the state, FSU also struggles with ways to preserve a quality educational experience for students. From an increase in tuition to a reduction in staff, the repercussions are felt throughout the campus and community, as jobs on campus become fewer, class sizes are augmented and workloads for permanent staff swell to fill the gap and implement expected budget readjustments called for by Governor Perdue. Director Spellman said there have
been no significant rifts from the budget short fall yet. The current strategy is to leave positions open that are normally filled, to hire fewer adjuncts and to increase the work load for existing staff and faculty. “What drives us is enrollment numbers. That’s really the key for us,” Mr. Spellman said. “Projections seem flat from the previous year and the previous year enrollment was down about 10 percent from previous years.” It means FSU might be forced to further reduce staff and possibly faculty. With less faculty and staff available, the increase in class sizes will continue to be phased in and
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6 ways you can conquer your midterm exams By Camellia Sansberry Voice Staff Writer
Study, study, study! Let’s all make the Chancellor’s List! Midterm exams are right around the corner and it’s important that students are preparing themselves accordingly. With the pressure that often comes with having to prepare for a test, students may find it difficult to figure out which studying techniques are best.
1. Make a study guide
One of the first things a student can do while studying is to write out a study guide. You
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index News page 2-6 Features page 8 Opinion page 10 Arts & Leisure page 7
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Education: you paid for New programs abound it, so get the most out of it for interested students Greetings Broncos,
life. When you arrive at the register known as high school graduation, you have the choice to purchase As we move into The Voice’s second issue this the service package. You are warned that if you year, we also approach midterm exams. Soon we’ll don’t, nobody will be responsible for your device receive measurements on our progress thus far, and if it malfunctions. If you do purchase the package, it is important that we take them seriously. In many you’ll have repair and upgrade options that will alinstances, we formulate clear goals in the begin- low you to take full advantage of your product. But there’s a catch. The service product isn’t acning of the year, start off strong and consistent, and somewhere between the first day of fall and tivated until you’ve completed the necessary tasks Homecoming, we get lazy. I am human, therefore and paid your dues. This service package is your education, and you’ve paid too much to not exempt from this behavior. As a matdrop the ball now. ter of fact, I have the attention span of a Somewhere deep inside us lies the two-year-old child. By the end of Sepwillpower to push through and remain tember my notebooks are all doodled out accountable to ourselves. At times we and I have to call my mom or dad to vent may feel buried by restlessness, finanabout how it’s taking too long to graducial issues, family problems, lack of ate. It happens to the best of us, but it is motivation, and peer pressure to do evby no means an excuse to let your grades erything but go to class, but we must fall through. realize that not much of what we do toMost students pay for their tuition day, is for the betterment of today, yet, through loans, scholarships, or their own it is so that we may be prosperous and hard-earned money. The point is, we pay without worry tomorrow. for our education. Ladies, would you walk Until now, only my closest friends into Saks Fifth Avenue, pick up the latest FROM THE EDITOR have known that I can count on one pair of $2,450 leopard-print thigh high hand the number of times I’ve been to Cesare Paciottis, take them to the register, pay, and walk out the store without those gorgeous a club or party since I came to FSU as a freshman Italian boots? Gentlemen, would you walk into in August 2007. I’ve just never felt that I had much Best Buy, choose the latest 42-inch edge-lit LED time to dedicate towards an event that couldn’t HDTV, haul it to the register, pay and leave the make me a better writer, communicator, student, TV at the store to go home to watch Sunday night business-woman, airman, friend, daughter, or sisfootball on an old 19-inch? No, nobody would pay ter. I’m not saying don’t go out and have the fun thousands for a much-wanted item and then abanyou deserve to have, but be absolutely positive that don it. So why do that to your education? Let’s say you’re considering buying an eternal you’ve got those Paciottis in the bag before you hit service package for that device you own called the party.
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By Camellia Sansberry Voice Staff Writer
With the introduction of the new departments to the campus, students may also wonder what kind of classes are available coming up in the second fall eight-week term. Along with the modern technology, dedicated faculty and staff, and smaller, more focused working environments, there are also courses that students will be able to enroll into that add on to a better experience of being in a part of these departments. In the Department of Biological Sciences, two of the courses that are offered during the second fall 8 week term are Modern Biology (NSCI 120; CRN: 7504) which is an online course that utilizes Fayetteville State University email and blackboard, and also Research in Plant Genomics (BIOL 430; CRN: 7503). English Composition II (ENG 110) and English Composition II (ENG 120) are the classes being offered in the English Department. Both of these courses focus more on advancing students written communication skills. English Composition II is already a closed course, but English Composition I (ENG 120; CRN: 7383) is still open. The Department of Communication offers an additional Introduc-
tion to Speech (SPEE 200) course. Taking the Introduction to Speech course would enable a student to improve their public speaking skills, information analysis ability, and verbal and written communication. This course is the prerequisite for many other speech, theater and communication courses. Fundamentals in Journalism (JOUR 210; CRN: 7498) will also be offered for the first time here at FSU. The Department of Chemistry & Physics and the Department of World Languages and Cultures, are currently engaged in an on-going process to get courses approved or requested for the second fall 8 week term. If requested, both departments are reviewing prospective courses that will be yet another step in making each new department more innovative and independent. With the excitement of the new departments still fresh in the minds of students and faculty, these courses, will help cater to the ever-improving atmosphere at FSU. For a complete list of courses being offered during the second fall eight-week term, log-on to banner, and choose ‘Student and Financial Aid.’ Under this option, choose ‘Registration’, which will give you the option to ‘Look Up Classes’ for the ‘Fall Semester 2010.’
The Blue World Order: It’s Homecoming Time Again Monday, Oct. 18 FSU Comedy Jam featuring Arnez J and Tony Roberts Seabrook Auditorium 8:00pm $5 FSU Students; $10 General Admission
Tuesday, Oct. 19 “Show Me What You Got” featuring special guest! Seabrook Auditorium 8:00pm $5 FSU Students; $10 General Admission
Wednesday, Oct. 20, Cultural Event: Philadanco Dance Company Seabrook Auditorium 8:00pm Free for FSU Students; $5 General Admission
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Trustees meeting highlights positive growth and continuing challenges for FSU By Courtney “NuNu” Taylor Voice Staff Writer
The Fayetteville State University Board of Trustees convenes one to three times per semester to discuss various topics ranging from budget issues and scholarship funding to athletics and student government association. The Voice attended the latest meeting, held Sept. 23 at Chestnutt Library. Here’s a highlight reel of what went on at that meeting:
Projects and Events:
Over the summer FSU held a football jamboree where 18 schools participated from various counties and 4,000 fans. FSU’s new scoreboard was briefly discussed. Dr. Janice Haynie discussed her interview with sophomore Tatiana Mosley, who expressed her experience on the trip in Africa with Coca-Cola, where she attended the World Cup, a safari, and a day with actor Idris Elba. The Office of Student Affairs also discussed a possible Health and Wellness Initiative, which aims to tackle the problems with obesity, sexually transmitted diseases on campus, and promote fitness and nutrition. FSU will also host its annual Dancing with the Stars event in April to raise money for low income housing families
Donations
During the 2009-2010 year, $1.9 million was raised for the university. For 2010-2011, there will be an Advancement Marketing Branding Committee Initiative to take on more sponsors for the university. The Tom Joyner Campaign became a huge success, increasing fundraising by $240,000, however, in late December 2010 the Tom Joyner Cam-
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Student Government Association President Jermaine Pittman (left), relaxes with other board members during a break during the recent Board of Trustees meeting. paign for FSU will end. Dr. Fleming’s banquet was a great success. Alumni donations have increased by 200 percent with more than 1600 paid members. Majors gifts donated to the university were from Ford Motor Company, Morgan-Stanley, Bank of America, Food Lion, Thurgood Marshall, and Wachovia. Future sponsors would be Coca-Cola, BB&T, and Johnson & Johnson.
With this proposal the Chancellor has been dealing closely with Ron Blakely, who works with the Obama Initiative in improving the stance of HBCUs. The Chancellor also wants to establish a committee for major capital, whose duty will be setting a target never set in FSU history. Chancellor Anderson also encouraged all members of the board to support athletics and academic events.
The chancellor’s report
FSU in the Media:
Chancellor Anderson expressed his appreciation and gratitude for a $500,000 grant from the Housing and Urban Development for the redevelopment of Murchison Road. In addition, he said that next year, the university may be eligible for another $800,000 toward the redevelopment of Murchison Road. A $5 million proposal for the Math, Sciences, and Military Initiative was also discussed.
So far FSU was mentioned in national media 325 times and FSU videos were viewed 2100 times. On Oct. 24, the Chancellor will meet with media representatives to discuss the lack of positive-based journalism efforts focused on FSU. He feels the media chooses to journal what they want and is selective about the information they put out. FSU’s name and image must be protected.
Student Government Association:
SGA President Jermaine Pittman gave an update on the affairs of SGA and great success.The Student Housing Initiative was discussed. The estimated cost will be $50 to 60 million and it will be SGAs duty to inform students of the prospective costs when the time comes for re-housing. Mr. Pittman concluded by reminding the Board of SGA’s 2010-2011 motto, which he vowed to adere to: “You Speak, We L.I.S.T.E.N (Lead, Inspire, Speak-Out, Teach, Encourage, and Network)”
Coming up next...
The next meeting is Dec.9, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. in the J.C Jones Board Room, located on the secon floor of Chestnutt Library. Board of Trustees meetings are open to the public.
Need financial aid help? Know where to go
By Krystal McDaniel Voice Staff Writer
Have you ever walked into the Office of Financial Aid, signed in and waited for a long period of time only to find out you’re in the wrong place? Have you heard this before: “The place you need to be in is student accounts.” Many students are confused when it comes down to the duties of financial aid staff versus the respon-
sibilities of student accounts staff. In most instances, students have issues pertaining to the Office of Student Accounts, yet they’ll head straight for the Office of Financial Aid without reviewing their account in banner or ensuring all their responsibilities are taken care of. Financial Aid deals with scholarships, loans, work study and grants to help students pay for college. Student accounts, on the other hand, deals with a variety of things such as refund checks, accounts re-
ceivable, third-party billing, refund check corrections, student inquiries about their account or tuition bill information. Tavoria Wax, a student account representative, says they may do a workshop to educate students so they know which office they need to go to in the event of inquiries. “Some of the staff are great help, but as far as decisions about students’ money, it could be a lot better,” said Fayettevile State University sophomore Melissa Robinson
“It could be that they find something wrong with your account at the last moment and expect you to pay something that you didn’t even know about... Also when you go to the financial aid they send you in big circles.” Many students express ill feelings about the Office of Financial Aid due to long wait times. But time is wasted by students who did not meet necessary deadlines, complete mandatory verification forms, submit tax sheets, or do other necessary
work. Time is also taken up by students who have inquires about their financial aid award. This can be avoided if students view their account in banner and check their email regularly. Holds, changes in the FAFSA process and many other important notifications are sent by email. Although there is room for improvement in both offices, students must take care of their respective responsibilities. Punctuality and efficiency can make all the difference.
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Study continued from page 1 should read the text about whatever it is you will be tested on, take notes, and then go through those notes and highlight the points you feel are going to be most important to memorize. It is sometimes easier to process all of the different information once you read it and then write it down. If your professor gives you a study guide or points out the sections which will be covered in the exam, be sure to take note and review the topics outlined.
2. Set times that work for you
Studying too late in the evening normally doesn’t work because that is when your body will begin to shut down and you’ll be too tired or sleepy. Not only will your body be tired, but your brain will too. It is important to set times to study because that way it can fit into a daily schedule. Studying for an upcoming exam may not be the only thing you have to do, so in order to make sure it doesn’t interfere with something else of equal importance, be sure to plan a time of day that works best with your schedule. That way, you won’t have to pull an all-nighter trying to cram in study time, and possibly lose sleep.
3. Pick a good spot
It helps to study at a desk or in areas like libraries or computer labs, because these are environments which are meant for learning and gathering information.
4. Pick a good partner
It is also a good habit to study with a partner, or with a group of people. It helps when you can pick someone else’s brain because you never know what questions you have that they can answer for you. It also can make it fun and will possibly lessen how bored you might get while studying.
5.Take breaks
Make sure that if you are studying for long periods of time, you take breaks in between. The mind can start to drift and quickly lose focus on what you’re reading and eventually none of the information will actually be taken in. Know your limits. If you know that after an hour of reading you won’t be focused, stop and come back to the reading after a short break.
6. Get help
The University College Learning Center (located in the Helen T. Chick Building) can be another way to prepare you for an exam. With math, reading, and writing support labs, students are able to go there and get whatever assistance necessary in order to improve their skills and be ready to pass any tests.
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Freshmen Justin Hardin and K’twon Whitehead pose for a photo on campus last week. Both are part of a freshman class full of talent. Mr. Whitehead, for example is a poet, while Mr. Hardin composes music.
Class of 2014: Talented & ready Charnell Harris Voice Feature Editor
The class of 2014 has arrived! After four grueling years of high school, we’re ready to take the college scene by storm. We have all traveled from different parts of the state, nation, and even world to attend Fayetteville State University. Every day we stroll through campus and say to ourselves, “How am I going to make sure everyone knows my name and what I do before I leave here?” What do you know about the person sitting next to you right now? What about the boy who sits in front of you in Humanities with the dark shades on or the girl who always comes late to chemistry? Has it ever occurred to you that someone in the same class as you could be the next Quincy Jones, Bill Gates or Oprah Winfrey? My freshmen seminar instructor, April Raines, asked the students in the class about our talents or things we thought we could well. We were all excited to share with everyone, until she told us that we were going to have to get up in front of the class and “prove” ourselves. Singers, dancers and artist alike all performed for our class and all awhile I was thinking, “Wow! I would have never known there was this much talent in one room.” Here are just a few people I thought FSU should start looking out for, they will make us proud.
Justin Hardin
Hometown: Jacksonville, NC Major: Music with a concentration in instru-
mental
Talent: He composes his own music. Chris Miller Hometown: Shelby (South Side) Charlotte,
NC
Talent: Singing, producing, and writing music Major: Business Management What made you want to do music? Hardin: I joined band in the 6th grade, and
was taught how to play all percussion instruments. I learned more about [all the other instruments] and how they sounded and was interested. In the 10th grade I downloaded a program that allowed me to compose my own music and just stuck with it. Miller: “My whole family pretty much sings, and I was inspired by [artists like] Michael Jackson, so I’ve always wanted to sing since I was young.” How do you come up with your music? Hardin: I usually visualize a scene and then
think about what type of music would go with that scene. What inspires you to create your music?
Hardin: “Video games inspire me to compose music, mostly action scenes.” Miller: “I want to change the mindset of [today’s] music to the way it used to be, more passion, soul, and love.” Are you inspired by any musicians? Miller: “God, Michael Jackson, Isley Broth-
ers, Bobby Valentino, Frankie Beverly feat. Mase, and J Moss.” Hardin: John Williams (Composed the theme music for hits like Star Wars and Superman) and Jack Wall. What do you want your listeners to get out of your music? Hardin: “[I want to be able] to imagine them-
selves in a different world when they listen to my music. Miller: [For them to know] I keep it real. I don’t talk about sex or [have] discriminating [lyrics about] women. I talk about love and how it should be really given and felt.” Why Music? Miller: “I figured out it was [what I had the
most talent for], and I just wanted to share it with the world.” Hardin: “We’re all musicians [his family]. It’s a part of all of us and I’m good at it.”
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BUDGET continued from page 1
spective students are affected. Available staff members have to permanent staff and faculty workloads work harder to get the same amount of will continue to increase in order to work done. Security officers may have protect class availability. to work longer shifts. Housekeeping “We have to cut down on everything; staff has increased workloads and is travel, supplies and staff,” Spellman forced to cut back on cleaning schedsaid. “Campus wide, the hardest hit de- ules. partments are the business and finance Director Spellman advises everyone division and facilities maintenance.” to do their part to preserve the quality Every department may see this dif- of education and experience provided ferently as everyone’s priorities are dif- at FSU. Conservation and knowledge ferent and more narrowly focused. are the keys to making it possible. Governor Purdue’s budget has funds “Everything will be transparent to reallocated and cut. There are a variety students,” Mr. Spellman said. of increases and decreases In addition, he addaffecting different facets ed that students, facof the state. Jobs are being “Before ulty and staff should cut across North Carolina. educate themselves on Everyone is tightening programs are ways to conserve enertheir belts and expecting gy, resources and supmore budget reductions on affected jobs plies on campus. the way. Everyone should be H o w e v e r, G o v e r n o r would go first... involved in campus acPurdue’s budget seems to tivities that support a protect and advocate for ]It has to get wide range of ways to education, yet 16 campushelp conserve and proes including FSU may be really bad before tect the integrity and required to get rid of manproductivity of FSU. agement, staff and pro- people go.” “Everyone has a part grams to meet the expectthey can play. If you Budget Director ed budget cuts. That may FSU don’t do it at home Carlton Spellman involve layoffs, though it’s don’t do it here,” says not certain yet. Mr. Spellman. Unless it becomes absolutely necesRemember to turn lights off when sary to phase in the 15 percent reduc- you leave a room as you would do at tion requested by Governor Purdue, home. Pick up trash and don’t litter. FSU is poised to implement a 10 per- Use designated recycling bins and recent reduction in the budget as opposed fuse receptacles. to immediately instituting the 15 perEveryone should utilize email to concent reduction, according to Spellman. serve paper and ink. Remember to save on supplies and resources, use recycled Tuition increases loom scratch paper. Staff and faculty should As of fall 2010, tuition has increased, cut down on printing and copying. but Governor Perdue’s budget ensures Class sizes have and will continue to the support of fully funded need-based increase to meet the needs required to aid as well as funds allocated to cover protect instruction at Fayetteville State increased enrollment throughout the University. UNC system. “Before programs are affected jobs The proposal allows campuses to would go first,” said Spellman. “It has increase tuition by up to $750 per stu- to get really bad before people go.” dent, per semester. That is on top of Students, faculty and staff can keep other tuition and fee increases that have informed on how funds are allocated already been enacted. throughout the state by reading newsFSU students are paying almost $250 papers and keeping up to date on curmore in tuition per student, per semes- rent events. ter on top of other institution hikes and Controller Lisa Blauser of the office increases across the board. This is to of Business and Finance provided the date the lowest tuition increase in the following information for obtaining UNC system with three other campuses audited annual financial statements for allowed to implement the $750 tuition any state agency including Fayetteville hike. State University. This site can be acThe availability of classes needed for cessed from the Office of the State Augraduation could also be affected. With ditor at www.ncauditor.net. the decrease in class availability, gradKeeping informed is an integral part uating students could find they may of understanding events outside of Fayneed to delay graduation as they are cut etteville State University that may afout of classes that fill quickly. fect everyone. FSU may be forced to cut back on Affairs in the state affect one and all. aesthetics such as landscaping. Stu- State budget short falls are everyone’s dents may have to wait in longer lines priority. If you want to help protect for refunds and service. Beautifying jobs, your educational experiences, and projects that make the university ap- safety on campus, the advice seems to pealing to parents, visitors and pro- be – do your part.
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FSU celebrates its bond with Nigeria By Alicia Bayat Voice Staff Writer
“One nation bound in freedom, peace and unity.” Those are the words embedded in the national anthem of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Those are also the words espoused by members and guests of the Nigerian Cultural Association’s (NCA) celebration gala Saturday night at the Crown Coliseum. On Saturday, NCA members and guests gathered to celebration 50 years of Nigerian independence, to share stories, mingle with new and old friends and to recognize those in the community that support the association and its mission The West African country of Nigeria gained its independence on Oct. 1, 1960 from the United Kingdom. Today, it is one of the world’s largest growing economies and a major exporter of oil in Africa. It is also a country rich in culture and history. Still young in the throes of growing pains, the Federal Republic governmental system is modeled after the United States.
The system is composed of a President and a congress and senate to balance the executive power. NCA was founded by Fayetteville State University Students in 1982. The association’s mission is to be visible in the community, to raise money to help support other local organizations, educate the community, and address issues that affect the association, Nigeria, North Carolina and Fayetteville. This was not a conventional sit-down dinner with speaker after speaker passing through the podium in assembly line fashion. The night was filled energy and entertainment. NCA has taken the idea behind the Nigerian national anthem, and reached out to envelope the whole of the local community as one nation regardless of nationality, or color of their skin. This idea was passionately expressed throughout Saturday’s independence celebration. NCA announced their support of The Care Clinic, a local health clinic for those
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Scriptwriting Workshop Think U Have The Write Stuff? Believe U can write TV series, feature films, shorts, webisodes, YouTube narratives? Passionately feel that U have a story that must be told
in script form?
If so……sign up for Prof. Skye Dent’s Every Other Saturday scriptwriting workshop, a part of the Dept. of Communication’s Future Filmmakers Workshop TV Lab. How? E-mail Professor Skye Dent at sdent@uncfsu.edu. Skye Dent is a WGA West member from the inner city streets of Roxbury, Boston who parlayed her writing skills into selling narrative scripts to Star Trek Voyager, The Burning Zone, Disney, Showtime, Universal Studios, Discovery Channel, Paramount, and the National Institutes of Health.
“Those who can… both do… and teach.”
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COMMENTARY
Repeat after me... Dr. Carole Weatherford’s convocation speech is packed full of everyday wisdom for all of us
improving myself, the more control I will have over my life. Value your time because you can never get it back. I will tune into my own thoughts to tap the power within. Sit alone in silence
Dr. Carol Weatherford FSU Professor of English
Editor’s Note: Dr. Carole Boston Weatherford is an award-winning poet and author and is the Visiting Distiguished Professor in the Department of English. She was the invited speaker for the Fall 2010 Convocation held recently at Capel Arena.This is an excerpt of her speech:
right question can sometimes be more important than knowing the right answer. I will tell people what I think, want or need. What you say and think is important.
But most people can’t read your mind or your lips. In conversation and in class, don’t nod your head or mumble uh-huh. Make eye contact, open your mouth and speak up.
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I will continually sharpen my edge.
Rather than becoming a jack of all trades and a master of none, become expert at skills that will make you stand out. Take courses outside your major that will deepen your knowledge, round out your resume, and add value to your degree.
I will explore new ideas and try new things--often. New experiences enrich
I will demonstrate excellence. Anything worth doing is worth doing well. Be outstanding and develop a personal reputation for excellence.
I will accept and embrace change.
I will find and use the resources available to me. Thanks to the Internet, we have
you. College is the ideal place and time for discovery. Whether you’re up or down, change is the one thing you can count on. I will get out front and show what I know. Don’t hide or hang back. Know how
and when to toot your horn.
I will act on my ideas. Don’t just talk about what you should or would or could do. Work to turn your dreams into reality. I will seek hard work that I love doing. Don’t just pick a popular major or a hot
career field. Follow your interests and values to find your passion. Hard work can be exhilarating if you have a job that you love.
I will define who I am and what I can achieve. Do not be defined by what other
“The Social Network” is a new film based on the founding of the social networking website Facebook. It opened this past weekend nationwide and in Fayetteville, The Voice was invited to a viewing at Marketfair Cinemas in Fayetteville. The movie, directed by David Fincher, is well written and gives in-depth insight on how and why Facebook came into existence. It explores the life and mind of Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg, while he attended Harvard University. While having drinks with his then-girlfriend, Zuckerberg insults her numerous times about her choice of university (Boston University). Outraged with his antics, she breaks up with him. She says that she knows he will be very successful, but people will dislike him because he is unpleasant to deal with. Drunkenly upset, he returns to his dorm room and posts nasty comments about her online. He then comes up with an idea to hack into Harvard’s database to steal pictures of female undergrads, post them online, and allow students to vote on who is more attractive. Consequently, he is summoned by Harvard officials and is put on academic probation for his actions. The potential of his idea comes to the attention of Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, identical twins who were on the Harvard rowing team. They propose an idea about a social website for Harvard, Mark agrees to help. He then takes their idea and calls it “The Facebook” and thus the drama unfolds. The movie stars Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Max Minghella, Justin Timberlake, Armie Hammer Jr., and Josh Pince. With simple yet effective production, the movie’s storyline is good and offeres background details about a website that almost every college student uses. Zuckerberg’s sarcastic mannerisms brought lots of humor and the excitement in each moment made me want to know what was going to happen next. It leaves you wondering until the next scene. Sometimes though it failed to keep my attention. I give it three and half stars out of five. The movie captures the essence of college life. It’s relevant because many students use Facebook every day. “The Social Network” will enlighten you on how your favorite social pastime came about.
follow your heart and reach your potential. Don’t let mindless electronic media consume you. Occasionally, feed your brain something more substantial: art, culture, or analysis. Attend a free lecture or concert or visit a gallery on campus. Study abroad. The more you experience, the more you will discover about yourself and the clearer your purpose will become. You might even put your mission statement into words. For example: I mine the past for family stories, fading traditions and forgotten struggles.
I will risk making mistakes and seek to
I will have the courage to ask questions. In the Information Age, asking the
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I will strive to find out who I was born to be and what I was born to do. Then,
learn from them.
never had more power at our fingertips. The trick is knowing what’s useless, what’s useful, and how to use that information.
I will begin now to build my network.
On campus, in the community, and in the workplace, talk to everyone and anyone you can: professors, administrators, classmates, bosses, colleagues. Facebook is no substitute for face time. So take a front row seat in class and visit your professors during office hours. As your network expands, so will your possibilities. That old adage is true: It’s who you know. The more time, energy and money I spend
It’s okay to like flick about Facebook
for at least ten minutes every day to pray, meditate, reflect, plan, and dream.
people or the media say about you or your demographic. Some opinionated friends won’t even be in your life ten years from now. On the other hand, first impressions do matter. So if everyone’s telling you that your breath stinks, you might want to pop a tic-tac.
When I was invited to be your speaker, I jumped at the chance. You could say that I have been working on this speech for 20 years. This afternoon, I will share the motherly advice that my 21 year old son and 22 year old daughter refuse to listen to. I promise that I will not talk to I am blue in the face. In fact, I’m going to be asking you to say a few things. Repeat after me.
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I will be truthful with myself and others. Integrity ushers in peace of mind. Lies,
on the other hand, never rest. As that great thinker Chris Rock once noted, “Secrets will rot the soul.”
I will manage money wisely so that I will not become a slave to it. Live below
your means. Living large is foolish if you don’t have bank. Credit is not free money. And debt eventually comes due. When it does, collection agencies will hunt you down. I know because they keep calling me asking for someone named Michael Thomas who used to have my phone number.
I will give what I want to get. All the world’s religions have some version of the Golden Rule. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Be humane and compassionate. Know when to hold your tongue. Realize that sometimes it’s more important to think about what you say than to say what you think. As botanist and inventor George Washington Carver said, “Your life may be the only Bible some people ever see.” So don’t just talk the talk, walk the walk. Dedicate yourself to a cause larger than yourself. Service is its own reward. As a bonus, volunteering buffs up your resume.
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Where can grown folks have fun in Fayetteville? by Nike Pascal Voice Staff Writer
What is there to do in Fayetteville, NC? This question has been repeatedly asked to both long-time and newer residents, only to receive the same reponse – “Don’t know, there just isn’t much to do in Fayetteville.” There are clubs and hangout spots for young adults (1824 yrs) and for the mature adults (50 and over); so what’s here for everyone else? Are these individuals expected to check out of the social scene once they reach their 30’s and then re-enter the social scene 10 years or so before retirement? Regardless of age, social status or whether a person is a parent or not, sometimes some people are struck with the desire to dance their butts off. Many new residents to Fayetteville find themselves mssing the same thing—nightlife. The Voice was curious as to what exactly Fayetteville offered its 30plus crowd. A few clubs that cater to adults (25-40 yrs) were recently visited. Entrance fees for clubs mentioned ranged from $10 to $15. For most club goers the number of attendees adds to the experience. Usually the bigger, the better, but there were several clubs like Bentleys who hardly had any attendees “I honestly don’t know, this club should be full,” said club goer William Davidson when asked where the audience was. “This is one of the best DJ’s I’ve ever heard... and the atmosphere is great.” Even though it’s unfair to compare Fayetteville to cities like New York, Chicago and Washington D.C; Fayetteville does have the population and the cultural diversity to offer more options. “Whenever I want to have fun I go out to Charolette or Raleigh,” said Anthony Smith From an economic point of view this is a loss of income for Fayetteville and with more northerners moving into this town it can easily add up to a significant loss of revenue per year. Unfortunately with all the nightlife research done, the question of “Where do grown folks go to have
How late do you like to party? Clubs that close at 2 a.m. • Chief’s - hip-hop, rap, reggae, and throw back • Bentley’s – hip-hop, rap, reggae, some throw back • Big Apple (Wednesday only-Latin night) salsa, merengue, Bachata, reggeton, hip-hop, rap, reggae • Itz – hip-hop, rap, reggae, more pop music is played here Clubs that close from 4 to 5 a.m. • Congos – Latin club, merengue, salsa, bachata, reggeton, Latin pop, reggae, some hiphop • 9 Flavors –alternative club, Hip-hop, Reggae, Rap fun in Fayetteville” cannot be fully answered. In a town where the options for nightly entertainment are slim, one must be creative, visit several clubs per night or leave the city and go clubbing elsewhere like so many others do. There are high hopes for the new club, Barcelona, which is currently under construction. Rebecca Logan from the Fayetteville Observer, wrote at the beginning of this year about the new club, saying, “Club Barcelona is going to be more than 13,000 square feet with VIP lounges, a high-tech sound and light system, a martini bar and Mediterranean-style architecture with columns.” A set date for when the club will open is undetermined. No matter your age, a club like this is sure to be an exciting and welcome addition to the nightlife in Fayetteville.
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Members of the grammy-nominated group Imani Winds acknowledge the group at Seabrook Auditorium at Fayetteville State University during a free concert last week.
A gentle wind
Artist-in-residence group hopes to inspire and educate FSU community By Charnell Harris Voice Features Editor
The Grammy-nominated group, Imani Winds, this year’s artistin-resident, is here at Fayetteville State University. A classical wood wind music quintet, they bring sugar, and spice and all that is nice and unique in their music, as well as putting their own spin on what great music should be. They have already done one free performance last week and plan to do another in the spring with student musicians. The gifted members of the group, who have been performing
together since 1997 include Mariam Adam, on the clarinet, Tonyin Spellman-Diaz, on the oboe, and Monica Ellis, on the bassoon. The groups two musical composers are Valerie Coleman, on the flute, and Jeff Scott, on the French horn. They have released several studio albums such as The Classical Underground, Terra Incognito, and Josephine Baker: A life of le Jazz Hot! They are known for their collaborations with other artista, and blending the sounds of their mixed heritages of African- American and Latin-American roots. The Voice recently sat down with the group, to learn more
about their spirit of togetherness and how their creative energy flows.
What inspired you to do “classical” music and what makes you compose your own music? Coleman: “We do several
genres, we don’t limit ourselves. We are classically trained musicians. We try different sounds to tap into the different sides of [ourselves].” Ellis: “[The kind of music we do] it’s young in chamber music, so there is not a lot to pull from
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FSU expands fine arts instruction to community African-American children receive fine arts instruction an astonishing 37 percent less than their Caucasian and Asian counterparts, according to the Art Institute of Chicago. Even Latinos outpaced black families in fine arts education. Children in black families were more involved in intramural or school-sponsored athletics. However, oinvolvement in fine arts has proven to increase students’ mathematical aptitude as
well as improved sensory and social skills. Introducing a child to an artistic pastime has also helped to develop children’s problemsolving skills. Fayetteville State University’s Office of Extended Education has announced the addition of the Community School of the Arts. The Community School of the Arts (CSA) is an initiative created by the Department of Performing and Fine Arts to make quality instruction available in the area of arts by
professional instructors, according to FSU news. FSU professors and art professionals in the surrounding community will instruct 4-week, 8-week and 16-week sessions in variety of fine arts fields including jazz, violin, viola, cello, bass, dance and visual arts among others. The registration deadline is Oct. 8. Sessions begin Oct. 18. For more call Teronda McNeil at (910) 672-1932
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Excuse Me… What are you wearing? By Courtney “NuNu” Taylor Voice Staff Writer
We all come from different regions of the globe, but most likely, 99 percent of us can all agree on what is suitable for each and every occasion. As a university, we must do better in order to advance professionally in life. Men, it is not appropriate to attend class or walk amongst the campus in pajamas or sleepwear, white beaters, and bedroom slippers. Each of the respective articles of clothing are desired when going to sleep. Obviously attending class is not the same as heading to bed, so the attire shouldn’t be the same. You may need a recommendation letter from him/ her and likely, he’ll reflect back on your attitude and your appearance. The saying “appearance is everything” is more than just a statement. If majority of the semester, your appearance has been inappropriate, your instructor will probably be less than willing to do a favor for you. Let’s congratulate the men who participate in “Dress for Success” Wednesdays. The participation from the men are increasing weekly, however a few of you need a few pointers. Red, Ivory, White, or Blue suits are unbefitting in the professional world. Examples of professional suit or slacks are dark brown, navy blue, olive green, and of course black. All dress shirts should correspond with the suit or slacks and sometimes your
skin complexion. All dress attire must accompany DRESS SHOES. There is ano exception unless authorized by a doctor. No sneakers, flip-flops, and gold boots; these are all unacceptable. If you are going to do it, do it rights. Ladies, when God allows you to see another morning, what do you decide to wear? There are too many incidents on campus where Chocolate City attire is worn in American Literature class. When you do this, the image you convey to the world is less than commendable. The last thing you want to be viewed as is uneducated or not respecting of yourself. You may not be any of these things, but those are the theories of the world when you step outside your dorm baring cleavage or upper thigh. Keep the club attire in the club. When sporting jeans, make sure they are a perfect fit. When you sit down, make sure your behind is not ex-
posed. Your heels should not exceed 3.5 inches when not dressed in business or business casual attire. Bedroom attire should obviously stay in the bedroom. Tops should be fitted appropriately and attractively. We all are different shapes and sizes so clothes will fit differently, but there are clothes to compliment all body types. Business attire for women can be done in many stylish ways. We are able to do slacks, suits, and dresses. Slacks should be worn loose and fall at the waist or above. Suit skirts shouldn’t be any shorter than three inches above the knee. A complimenting camisole or blouse should always be worn underneath the jacket. Dresses shouldn’t be too gaudy; overly floral or of neon colors. Don’t be afraid to accentuate your attire with pearls, sheer/satin scarves, and other jewelry, keep in mind that less is more; you don’t want to be too flashy. When you’d like to relax on those rainy or cold days, sweats, not pajamas are acceptable. Show some school spirit and purchase a sweat suit from our bookstore attire. Leggings are of great choice also, but be mindful what top you decide to accentuate it with. Leggings can be considered revealing. Remember you are not only a representation of yourself, but your parents, family and for some, children. It is time to grow up and dress like you’re ready to take corporate by storm.
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Henry “Hank” Eldridge, the founder of the Delta Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. on the campus of Fayetteville State, died on Aug. 9. Mr. Eldridge was born in December 1924 to Henry and Eliza Mr. Eldridge in Montgomery, AL. Mr. Eldridge was a very smart boy. He showed a love for math at an early age and graduated valedictorian of his high school class. Upon graduation Mr. Eldridge attended Alabama State University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1946 with a Mathematics Degree. While attending Alabama State, he was introduced to the fraternity that played a large part in
his life, Omega Psi Phi Inc. He also earned a Master’s from Columbia in New York, and a doctorate in mathematics from the University of Pittsburgh. Mr. Eldridge held the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity in high esteem, rallying diligently to establish a chapter in his first year as a professor at Fayetteville State University, because he saw the need for a black male Greek organization on campus. In 1951, he founded the Delta Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. During his tenor at Fayetteville State University, Mr. Eldridge served as the Special Assistant to the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, Chairman and
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Composer of FSU Alma Mater loved her students By Shirley Townsend Voice News Editor
Remembered as an excellent musician and educator and the composer of the FSU Alma Mater, “The Old White and Blue,” Mary Terry Eldridge was a woman of strength and confidence. At the age of 102, she passed away on Sept. 16, a few weeks after the passing of her husband Henry Eldridge. While Mrs. Eldridge valued her family and friends she was all about her students. She accomplished many goals that Fayetteville State University honors. Mrs. Eldridge was born in Pittsburgh in June 1908, where she also graduated from high school. Mrs. Eldridge went on to study music at Oberlin Conservatory of Music in Ohio. She completed a master’s degree from Carnegie-
Mellon University and began teaching music at the Tuskegee Institute. Mrs. Eldridge developed a strong passion for music as a child which inspired her dream of becoming an opera singer. She was welcomed to FSU in 1950 where she soon became good friends with her late husband Henry M. “Doc” Eldridge II, chairman of mathematics and sciences at the college. The two married in 1959 and quickly gained the role of a power couple. Serving the community with more than 100 years of combined service as well as inspiring many FSU students in the process. “Being the new director, I have heard only great things about Mrs. Eldridge. She commands the utmost respect and her memory is sweet in the minds of all those who
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Book Review
Angelou opens up in memoir “The Heart of A Woman” written by the famous Maya Angelou, lay bare for all who have read this book, her heart, her life and her truth. This most interesting read is a continuation of her autobiography, chronicling her adult life as a mother, wife and freedom fighter. Mrs. Angelou appears to create good out of bad, a woman faced with tragedy numerous times throughout her life, yet comes out triumphant and victorious each time. As I continued to read I shook my head in disappointment about the events that took place in those times but could not help but think, “What an amazing life she has lived.” I even asked myself; if it were I, going through the life experiences Mrs. Angelou had to endure, would I be able to sustain and live to tell the story? Only God knows... “The Heart of a Woman” was so eloquently written; and as a reader it is almost as if I was there experiencing all the unfortunate adversities she faced and overcame. I was taken aback by all the accounts of the moving tale of a life filled with challenge, adversity, accomplishment and excitement, “The Heart of a Woman” gives imperative insights to African-Americans about their life circumstances. However, as I read some of the reviews criticizing her for being honest when she referred to the white Americans during the 60’s I find myself appalled with their lack of acknowledgement to her experiences. The emplacement of the racial obstruction was well built and excluded anyone of color from living the lives as they saw fit. So again I ask another question; why should she be criticized for this? “The Heart of a Woman” is nothing more than a devastating representation of the harsh conditions African-Americans faced during those times. Yet it also depicts the triumph of what Mrs. Angelou and those alike had to face. As one is so privileged to read and experience the environment in which individuals had to endure, the book wraps you up like a caterpillar in a cocoon, releasing the most colorful and beautiful butterfly “The Heart of a Woman.”
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Broncoscopes By Monique Vaughn, Voice Photo Editor
LIBRA (September 23 – October 22)
AQUARIUS (January 20- February 18)
GEMINI (May 21- June 21)
The “special” he/she in your life did not come through for you; though you may be disappointed, you will not speak up. Maybe it’s time to voice your opinion and let that person know just how you feel.
All the ambitions you had in your younger years seemed to fade away as you proceeded your adult years. It’s never too late to reach for the stars and become your very own star.
You’ve been hit by the “love bug” and you couldn’t be any happier. Don’t rush into anything you may soon regret (i.e. relationship wise). Get to know your sweetie and see where things go from there.
SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21) You have a tendency to
PISCES (February 19 – March 20)
procrastinate and get things done at the very last minute, and it always shows. When you’re spending time “chillin”, you could be doing your work, get to it! SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 21)
As the weather begins its seasonal changes you find yourself, too excited about wearing the winter boots, and “fall fashion”, however, it’s still very much “summer weather”. Be patient and stop overheating yourself with all those layers. CAPRICORN (December 22 January 19) If you are feeling
As the old saying goes, “when something can go wrong, it will!” But another saying goes “you can only go up from here” Therefore, just because you’ve hit a tough time doesn’t mean it will always be like that, don’t give up.
CANCER (June 22 – July 22)
ARIES (March 21- April 19)
LEO (July 23 – August 22)
Your love life has been quite heated for the past couple weeks. Now you’re finding yourself torn in-between love & lust? Which one do you choose, or do you even have to? Be patient and let life play its role, in due time you’ll see whose right for you.
Life is about making choices; some good choices, and some bad one. Sometimes the wrong choices and change your whole life. So give it some thought before you dive into the ocean of life.
TAURUS (April 20 – May 20)
trapped at your job, prepare yourself for a new one. Put out as many applications as you can, and don’t be discouraged when a door slams in your face.
Though you’re in college, making money is your number one goal; so much that you rarely focus on it. Money comes and goes, but an education is everlasting. After all, once you’re done, the money will just roll on in.
Work hard, play harder. You deserve to get out and have some fun; you put all your time and effort into working, school, and etc. Treat yourself to a good time, shopping, or just some good ol’ “me” time.
VIRGO (August 23 – September 22)
You seem to have a huge problem with focusing on what’s at hand. Try making a mental note of things that are important and reprioritize your life.
Theater troupe ready for first play of the season What: In The Diviners, Buddy A. Youngman from Indiana nearly drowns and loses his mother in the same incident. The trauma leaves the boy terrified of water. With the depression of water Buddy’s sensitivity to moisture helps the community find water in the driest areas and helps the town survive. Meanwhile in Kentucky, a preacher is trying to find work else where so he gets on the road. The preacher ends up in Indiana where he meets Buddy’s father and learns about Buddy. While the town is trying to convince the disenchanted preacher to become their preacher, he is trying the help Buddy get rid of a bad case of ringworm and an attempt to get Buddy in water leads to tragedy. Directed by Phoebe Hall. Written by Jim Leonard Jr. WHEN: Oct 7- 9 at 7:30 pm WHERE: Butler theatre PRICE: $2 for students with a valid ID $10 for adults WHY: “A wonderful piece of theatre written by a freshman from New Harmony college in Indiana that deals with university issues; faith, hope, loss and family” – Phoebe Hall
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Why did you use a camera? The Driver’s Seat And other ‘crazy, stupid’ things
Editor’s Note: Charnell Harris, The Voice Features Editor, expresses her feelings on current events, pop culture, and the general drama of our generation.
well let me just be glad that it isn’t, because it would this would be a totally different story. But all I want to know is why? That nurse did not have to slap her and throw her around the way she did. That was just uncalled for. On Charnell a good note however, the nurse, is being charged Harris with aggravated assault SAY WHAT?! and neglect.
Some days I really just want to turn off the television and radio. I don’t want to look through the newspaper or magazines. Why? You might ask. Well the answer is sometimes I don’t want to know about all the ridiculous, crazy and stupid things people are doing today.
Senseless violence
On the Nancy Grace weekend segment on CNN, they showed a clip of a nurse at a retirement home who was supposed to be caring for a 91-year -old woman. She was beating her, literally. The incident, caught on tape, showed the nurse slapping and slamming the frail elderly woman around on the chair and in the bed. And I’m not talking little taps on the hand, but a full out slap in the face. The “caregiver” was pulling her hair and pushing her around the room. I mean the woman cannot defend herself and she has Alzheimer’s disease. If that was my grandma,
Nigeria
Bad parenting
What about the woman in Ohio who was arrested for videotaping her 2-year-old daughter smoking marijuana? Really? All the “Live Above the Influence” commercials must have gotten to her so she decided to make one of her own starring her toddler. The video shows the little girl watching TV and smoking like a pro! All while her mother is heard laughing it up in the background. One, why would you give your child, yet alone a toddler, marijuana? Two, why would you videotape it on a cell phone? For those of you who are not aware, this is the information age. If you put it on a computer or a cell phone there is always a chance that you are not the only one who will see it. She tried to delete it off of her
phone before the cops got to her. But I am positive that I do not even need to tell you that it did not work. She is now being charged with child endangerment, corrupting others with drugs, and tampering with evidence. All the counts add up to 11 years in prison if convicted.
Smoking on the job
If you worked at a factory building cars, what would you do during your lunch break? Eat or take a nap perhaps? What about having an alcoholic beverage and smoking what appears to be illegal drugs, then getting caught by a TV reporter with a camera? Well, that is what happened to a few workers at the Chrysler Jefferson North Plant in Detroit. They were followed and filmed knocking back alcohol and smoking what does not look like cigarettes. They are now “suspended indefinitely” without pay and will be under investigation. How are they supposed to pay for lunch now? And last but not least, how about Bishop Eddie Long? I’m not sure I want to go there. For information on the incidents mentioned, visit www.cnn.com.
Hello readers! I am Shakia head. Good and bad ones but I was Campbell and I am a 36-year-old in a coma and did not know it. My FSU mass communication major life was dangling, with three chilhere at Fayetteville State Univer- dren left in the wings, not knowsity. As I move about my day on ing if I was to ever return to them. campus, interacting with my fellow But a couple of months later God students; I feel compelled to share spared me and I awakened from with you a little bit of me, in hopes the Coma. I was given a second I can possibly inspire at least one chance in life. At that time I was person who may need a word of still unable to speak because I encouragement. was intamated, however, As I remember the days I promised myself if I when dreams were just Shakia could just return to a part dreams and there was noth- Campbell of me, I’d live for myself. ing to motivate me for me, There are many times OF I’m inspired. There was INSPIRATION within our lives we face THE WEEK once a time when I lived adversities challenging a life for everyone around who we are. No matter me but not for myself. I lost con- which avenue we decide to drive trol, letting everyone else in my through these adversities, if we driver’s seat, steering me in the arm ourselves with the right vewrong direction and ultimately for- hicle our journey can be the most getting who I was. I felt as though fulfilling and positive experience, my only mission in life was to take an experience we can use as a tool care of those around me. Others’ to help someone else. happiness was more important We must always keep in mind than my own…or so I thought. My our travels are what we make of it. life had fallen to pieces. I had lost It is not the road less travelled but control of whom I was and steered the road leading us to our destinaaway from what I was destined to tion. The adversities we go through do. are not what set us apart from evIn October 2009 I fell into a eryone else. How we handle the coma and was hospitalized for adversities we go through is months. During that time I defi- what sets us apart from everynitely didn’t have control. I lied one else. Keep your eyes on there not being able to communi- the road, hands on the steering cate or do what I wanted. Dreams wheel, your eyes on your destiupon dreams played out in my nation, and you will arrive.
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in the community unable to afford health insurance and whose employers do not offer health insurance. The Care Clinic is staffed primarily by volunteers, from the medical professionals on staff to receptionists and assistants. The association called for volunteers to help at every level. NCA expressed its appreciation for its members and acknowledged those members, patrons, sponsors, donors and guests in the community who actively supported the association and the local community. NCA president Dr. Don A. Okhomina acknowledged appreciation to FSU students, alumni and Faculty for their support and patronage. Special guest speaker, FSU Chancellor James Anderson expressed his desire and to ensure FSU students “do not allow their degrees out weigh who they are.” He passionately articulated his mission to “globalize students” assure they are “armed
to the teeth in their discipline, to be able to achieve and compete with everyone, EVERYONE!” In every speech you felt the powerful emotions behind the words. Dinner was filled with people milling about, laughter and lots of pictures. The cultural dance evolved into a mixture of guests and dancers. FSU students, alumni, faculty and staff joined the celebration and danced the night away. The night ended with more dancing, and acknowledgements. “Help our youth the truth to know, in love and honesty to grow, and living just and true, great lofty heights attain” This is the ending to Nigeria’s national anthem. Its meaning was expressed in every speech from Chancellor Anderson’s vow to ensure FSU students understand what is going on the world to NCA President Dr. Okhomina’s expressed appreciation of community support and to members milling about gracious and welcoming.
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Heard on Campus
Members of the Fayetteville State University Choir perform during Convocation at Capel Arena recently.
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Cross Country
Run Hard
After a rough season last year both teams are looking to build and grow Quinton Graham Voice Sports Editor
This year’s cross country season is one of great promise for the campus of Fayetteville State University. Previous years have not been as hopeful as this one. Both the men’s and women cross country team have been working extremely hard since March in preparation for this year’s season. “We have been training extremely hard all summer and we still have lots of improving to do,” said men’s team captain junior Ervin “ET” Brinkley. Head coach James Williams says that his goal is to establish a top competing cross country program at FSU and this year’s team is the building block. The team has competed in three races so far this seaUp next son. One meet was CIAA XC in Fayetteville for Championship charity, one was at Pembroke for the When: Thurs. Pembroke InvitaOct. 21 tional, and the most Where: Cary, recent meet was at N.C. Greensboro at the 26th Annual Greensboro Invitation. Both teams appear to be improving over last year’s eight place conference meet finish, with better finishes at the meets so far this year. They finished fourth at the Pembroke meet and the men finished sixth and the women finished seventh at the Greensboro meet. Both teams are now focused on the CIAA Conference Championship which is quickly approaching in two weeks. The men’s team has been lead in races by freshman Earnest Hawkins, senior Brittion Crum, and captain Brinkley. The women’s team has been lead by senior captain Tamikka Portee, Keisha Edwards, and junior Kenya Vice. “We have all been running our hardest at our meets and we are now focused on the big races that we have coming up,” said Mr. Tyrrone. “We are striving for excellence and to bring recognition to the Cross Country Program at Fayetteville State University. Our Coaches are putting forth major dedication so it is only fair that we go out each race and perform to the best of our abilities.”
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Off to a winning start
Freshman Jessica Hardy goes up for a block in a recent match against Saint Augustine as teammate Achari Mainor watches. The Bronco volleyball team are off to an 8-4 start including a win in straight sets this weekend against Shaw University. The Broncos were supposed to be the away team at Shaw’s C.C. Spaulding Gymnasium, but a leaky roof there forced a change of venue to FSU’s Felton J. Capel Arena. The Bronco’s have seven more matches before the CIAA tournament begins in early November. Their next home match is Monday against Livingston whom they beat once this year.
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Volleyball
Cross Country
10/9: Against Virginia State University; 6pm; Petersburg, VA 1016: Against Shaw University; 6pm; Raleigh, NC 10/23: Against Livingstone College; 2pm; Home, Fayetteville, NC
10/7: Against UNCP; 7pm; Pembroke, NC 10/11: Against Livingstone; 6pm; Home, Fayetteville, NC 10/18: Against Saint Augustines; 6pm; Raleigh, NC
10/21: CIAA XC Championship
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[in our genre], so by necessity [we have to write our own music].” Scott: “We usually write out of necessity and we are always looking for music.” Coleman: “Music can’t live if you’re not inspired to do something [different].”
While you are here at FSU, what would you like to accomplish with the students? Coleman: “I have a goal to
work with the flute players, and [to help the students] refine and hone their abilities in order to improve what they do.”
Do you write music more for yourself or for your audience? Do you think it’s better to do music you like over what the audience would like? Adam: “Most of the time, the
audience isn’t familiar with our repertoire, so part of our platform is to educate people. It’s well thought out, with consideration of what the audience would like.” Ellis: “It starts with the belief and the conviction to perform the stuff that we really want to do. We believe in [the music we do]. If you try to please people, it won’t work.” Scott: “An artist either creates or becomes a baton. You have to
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take some chances.”
How would you explain the paths you took to success? Spellman-Diaz: “I guess we all
took the path less traveled. There is more than one way to be successful.” Coleman: “It all starts with a dream and the courage to go through with it.”
You all have families and friends back at home, how is adjusting to life on the road while touring? Spellman-Diaz: I brought my
baby, a little 14 month old with me. She is slowly adjusting to being a road baby [said with a smile]. You
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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 !"#$$#%&'%('"'!$% with a major corporation.
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get used to it… but you can definitely have a family and still travel as a musician.” What’s it like touring the country? Ellis: “About 20 percent of the
time is spent performing while 80 percent of the time is just getting there! [They all nodded in agreement] But when you’re in front of an audience who appreciates your music, it’s worth the other 80 percent.” Adam: “It’s not all [being on the] road. We really have a chance to make a difference like now.
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From Ordinary to Extraordinary
STUDENTS WHO HAVE SERVED AS CHANCELLOR FOR A DAY
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The program is designed to enable students to gain a better understanding of the daytoday operations of the University by shadowing the Chancellor for one day. They will participate in all of the activities and meetings scheduled for the Chancellor.
MAIN GOALS: ! To give students an opportunity to be a part of the administrative process. ! To emphasize the role of the student in the university. ! To give students experience in the decision making process. ! To enable students to gain some understanding of the leadership skills required for managing a multifaceted organization and the synergy required for operating as a whole.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: A letter of application for “Chancellor for a Day” of 500 words or less must include the following: ! Tell why you want to be Chancellor for a Day. ! Must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or higher. ! Must have demonstrated an interest in leadership through participation in student or community organizations, or in the academic major. ! Explain the compelling factors about yourself that make you the best person to be Chancellor for a Day. ! Include name address, telephone number, email address, academic !"#$%&'"()'*+",,-.*"/-$(0
Professor of the Mathematics Department, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and many other positions at Fayetteville State. “At the time of his death it was very sad and painful, being that me and my frat brothers had just went to visit him in the nursing home,” said James Bethea, a 2010 initiate of Delta Gamma. “Delta Gamma is enormously grieved not only by the passing of a brother, with whom we share a fraternal bond. But even more at the loss of a staunch advocate for the civil rights of black people, a most enlightened and inspired educator, an individual whose life can be described in short as ‘superlative’, and beyond all else, a friend. Along the road of life friends are few and far between, so it cannot be understated or overemphasized the enormous void that has been created in the passing of Brother Henry
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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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knew her. I am especially humbled that the choir I now direct has been compared to her choirs, and the caliber of performance is still one of quality, precision and musicality,” said choir director Denise Murchison Payton. The FSU Gospel Choir performed at her funeral, which took place at the College Heights Presbyterian Church, where she was a founding member. Mrs. Eldridge transformed the FSU choir tremendously. Many view her as an educator who instilled in her students the ability to be serious musicians and to be the best that they could possibly be. She valued the importance of a comfortable class room and many students recognized it. Mrs. Eldridge was also a member of the
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They’re here for you During their tenure here, they will be available for master lessons, private lessons, group lessons, clinics and workshops open to the students and the community. Residency dates: November 15-17 February 14-16, 2011 April 18-20, 2011
‘Hank’ Mr. Eldridge, Ed.D,” said Sean Baker, 2008 initiate of Delta Gamma. Mr. Eldridge married a music teacher at Fayetteville State University, Mary Terry, who died September 16, 2010 at 102 years-old. Mr. Eldridge also founded the Beta Chi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi, a grad chapter here in Fayetteville. He served as the Basileus (president) and at the time of his death he was serving as the chapter historian. He and his wife were also founding members of College Heights Presbyterian Church, which still stands today. Whether it was giving back to FSU, the surrounding community or his church, Mr. Eldridge made a lasting impression throughout the Southeast region of the US. Many people have been able to do great things, thanks to his charity. Mr. Eldridge will forever be remembered for his contributions to the Fayetteville area. Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority for more than 65 years. The Golden A.K.A was an active participant of the YMCA program, along with the Coordinating Council for Older Adults and the Arts Council. Mrs. Eldridge did deeds not only for FSU but also the county. She was the first African-American woman elected to the Fayetteville City Schools Board in 1973 along with serving a term as chairwoman until the county schools separated in 1984. Eldridge also was apart of the interim merged board and the first full county school board. Mrs. Eldridge accomplished many goals while inspiring students and staff as well and was thought by many to be a true icon who will be respected by the Music and Arts Department for a long time to come.