Editor-in-Chief Shout Out “We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we're curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.” - Walt Disney
Hey ScOpers! Yes, we are finally here… it’s the end of the 2013-2014 academic year! Woo! What an exhilarating, but stressful, blissful, but chaotic year it’s been but we made it and that’s all that matters. Hope you all received the grades you wanted this semester and studied HARD for finals. In this issue, our last one for this academic year, we say goodbye to the brilliant class of 2014! You all have fought to get to where you are and we commend you all on of your efforts, accomplishments and contributions to the Redbird family. Special shout out to our Public Relations Chair Mariah Cowan and two of our graphic team members Meshellangela Taylor-Walter and Shannon Shaw who will also be graduating this year. You all are truly appreciated and I thank you for all of your hard work.
You all are moving on to bigger and better things and I wish everyone the best of luck on your future endeavors… the world is yours! HAVE A FANTASTIC & SAFE SUMMER EVERYONE! CONTINUE TO GET THE SCOOP AT GETTHESCOPE.COM, EVEN DURING THOSE HOT SUMMER MONTHS. Happy Reading! Shaunda Brooks Founder/ Editor-in-Chief Shaunda.Scope@gmail.com
Future Plans: What’s the Next Step?
By: Roshaunda Coleman, Content Editor
Business Finance major Eric Chong says that after graduation the next step for him is entering into the workforce. He plans on looking for his first official job in the Chicagoland area with the hopes of finding a job that offers financial stability and possibly payments for a 4-5 year extended learning program. After finishing this program, his goal is to have his MBA in business. If given the opportunity, Eric’s dream job would be working for the entertainment industry with Sony on credit and benefits analysis. Ten years from now he hopes to be well established in his career, married with children, and visiting home in Hong Kong while maintaining life in America. He admits that if he could go any further with is education, he would go back to school to pursue a degree in media development working with the behind-the-scenes technology such as videography and photography. Regardless, Eric Chong has a bright future ahead of him and we hope for nothing but the best for him on his endeavors!
For Art major Christina Fontenelle, the next step begins at the Art Institute of Chicago where she will be pursuing her master’s degree in art therapy. With this degree she plans on giving back to her hometown of Chicago by creating an institute in that promotes artistic expression such as painting, writing, spoken word, and swimming. She wants to make these opportunities for outlets of expression free and available for underprivileged kids in urban communities by applying for grants and loans from state. After successfully creating and running this institute, she hopes to open her own art museum named “Fontenelle� with famous paintings of her own and of other urban artists. Ten years from now, Christina sees herself in the process of opening both her museum and her institute. Although she is in pursuit of creating an institute and museum, she admits that if given the opportunity her dream job would be making good money for being a street artist in New York where she would be performing live paintings. Nevertheless, we send our greatest congrats to Christina Fontenelle and hope to see her museum and institute in the near future!
Back in the Day By Sharvelle Bullock, Content Editor & Shajee’ah Ali-Walker, Staff Writer
Luke Sokolowski Senior graduating in December 2014 Finance Major, Insurance minor Shajee’ah: So Luke, what year did you come to ISU? Luke: Fall 2011, I am graduating a semester early. Shajee’ah: Congrats, so taking it back to our freshman year, do you remember any restaurants that you used to go to that isn’t here anymore? Luke: Well mainly Freshens, Redbird Pizza, and Gumby’s. Freshens was a smoothie place in the Bone that is now replaced by couches and Gumby’s was by Junction on main and Redbird Pizza which is now Cherry Berry. Shajee’ah: What about old hangout spots? Luke: I mainly hung out at Southside before they closed. Some friends and I used to hang out on the top floor, there was a great view of campus up there.
Eunique Drinkard Senior Graduating May 2014 Major: Family and Consumer Science: Human Development Shajee’ah: Hi Eunique, what year did you come to ISU? Eunique: Well I’ve been here since 2009, I’m a super senior Shajee’ah: Okay so what were some of the popular events when you were a freshman? Eunique: Thursday nights were Reggie Nights in the BBC and they used to crack. We had so much fun. There was karaoke and free bowling. Open Mics were also fun back then, nothing like what they are now. Shajee’ah: Did you enjoy your time here at ISU? Eunique: Most definitely!
Darrien Doss Senior Graduating December 2014 Finance Major Sharvelle: What were some of the hangouts spots that were popular when you got here? Darrien: Different dorms like in my friend’s room, we would always hang out in each other’s room. Sharvelle: Where do you hang out now being a senior? Darrien: Now we hang out in their apartments. Sharvelle: What restaurants did you go to that were around your freshman year that may have changed now? Darrien: McAlister’s. Sharvelle: What events did you attend your freshman year, like the hottest events? Darrien: Stay fresh, and weekend of dreams in the Bone.
Sharvelle: What events do you go to now that you did not have before? Darrien: Everything is pretty much the same, nothing interesting. The only thing that is different is TKE, they come up with good ideas, like the black and white party and the 90 parties. Educational Greek events. Sharvelle: When you first got here did you think Illinois State was diverse, how has it changed? Darrien: It pretty much stayed the same since I been here, it has many races here but majority of the races grew up in a black society or white society. It’s not really that diverse in my opinion. Sharvelle: Do you think Greek life is different now versus from before you got involved? Darrien: It’s a different experience, they helped me as far as getting internships, and helping me pick out classes. I love being Greek especially with the brotherhood it gives you.
Meshellangela Taylor-Walter Senior Graduating May 2014 Psychology Major
Sharvelle: How has Greek life changed on campus from freshman year until now? Meshellangela: Back in the day it was still healthy competition now it’s more so separation. It was more attractive back Sharvelle: What events did you attend in the day. People were more attracted to your freshman year? the dynamics of the academics, and less Meshellangela: I definitely say Homecompartying. Nowadays, nobody really goes ing, “Greek Scene”, we had a lot of outside to the events that highlight academics festivals that I liked. Things such as “Kick and career resources. Out”, and Open Mic. Back it in the day, it Sharvelle: What do you think about the was more authentic and everybody wantacademic aspect of Illinois State since you ed to attend. been here? Sharvelle: What were some of the hangMeshellangela: They are enrolling a lot out spots or restaurants from freshman more minority students. Freshman year I year? use to be the only black student in many Meshellangela: The Bone and the comof my classes, but now I am not the only puter lab on floor 2 in Milner. No homeone and more people are embracing work got done but it was definitely the hangout spot.
By: Tyrianna Jones – Content Editor Brenee Coleman – Staff Reporter
When asked how she felt about being the Scope’s 2014 Senior on Spotlight, Ana Diaz said she felt humbled and special. Ana is currently a senior Human Resource Management and Integrated Marketing Communication double major. She has progressed a great deal since her freshman year at ISU and refused to take failure as an option. Her campus involvement and overall leadership capabilities show why Ana is completely deserving of the recognition. Aside from Gamma Phi Omega and being an RA, Ana has had several other involvements. She used to be an education major and tutors for the Math 130 course. Ana said she passed the class with ease and enjoys helping others succeed in the course as well. She has also worked in the Night Operations, the front desk at East Campus and is currently a tour guide for East Campus. Ana was able to take something important from everything she was involved in and transform herself into a better person. She believes she has a lot of school spirit and enjoys showing others what ISU has to offer and how our university is different compared to other schools. Ana Diaz is exactly the kind of role model many students at ISU need. She believes diversity is about being respectful to other’s cultures and backgrounds and being able to treat those people equally. Calling ISU diverse because of its wide range of ethnicities is misleading and Ana believes those ethnicities don’t matter if they are not showing off their culture to others. Her advice for freshmen is to take advantage of every opportunity the university offers and if something doesn’t fit you, then create it and pave your own way. College is the perfect opportunity to find yourself and Ana is proof of what can happen when you set your mind to something and never give up.
Your senior year of college can be one of the best times of your life but it can also be an extremely stressful time. Senior year can be a time to reminisce and reflect on your previous years and set goals for your future endeavors. As some would say, “it’s the closing of one chapter and a reopening of a new one”. Graduating senior LaVance Walker shares his academic background with the Scope. LaVance is graduating in May with his Bachelors of Science in Sociology. While balancing school and social life, Walker also finds time to be very involved on campus. Not only does he promote awareness, but he is involved with the Impact movement, which is a Christian organization that takes the truth of Jesus Christ to not only the campus, but the world itself. LaVance also has many exciting plans following his undergrad career. “I’m graduating in May and starting this fall, I will be here at ISU for graduate school taken up a program called ‘college personal administration’, which is a program essentially in the area of student affairs and higher education,” he said. He will be working as a graduate assistant in the advisor center as well. With so much on his plate, the Scope wishes you good luck LaVance and much success in the future.
ILSTU-Tunes
2010 was the year…
1. “Like a G6” by Far East Movement
15. “Teach Me How to Dougie” by Cali Swag District
2. “Rude Boy” by Rihanna
16. “OMG” by Usher ft. Willl.i.Am
3. “Bottoms Up” by Trey Songz & Nicki Minaj
17. “Dynamite” by Taio Cruz
4. “Firework” by Katy Perry
18. “Bedrock” by Young Money
5. “No Hands” by Waka Flocka Flame, 19. “Make it Rain” by Travis Porter Wale & Roscoe Dash 6. “Black and Yellow” by Wiz Khalifa
20. “Imma Be” by Black Eyed Peas
7. “Baby” by Justin Bieber
21. “Nothin’ On You” by B.o.B ft. Bruno Mars
8. “Up All Night” by Drake ft. Nicki Minaj
22. “Get Big” by Dorrough
9. “Look Back at It” by Trina
23. “Your Love is My Drug” by Ke$ha
10. “B.M.F.” by Rick Ross 11. “Whip My Hair” by Willow Smith
24. “Round of Applause” by Waka Flocka Flame 25. ”Who Dat” by J. Cole
12. “Deuces” by Chris Brown
26. “F*ck You” by Cee-Lo
13. “6’7” by Lil Wayne
27. “Love the Way You Lie” by Eminem ft. Rihanna
14. “Monster” by Kanye West, Rick Ross, Jay-Z & Nicki Minaj
28. “Bring it Back” by Travis Porter
Most [TURNT]! Khandyce Pitner
Most likely to be your own [BOSS]! Darius Hennington
Most likely to win [Nobel Peace Prize]! Javin Cotton
Do it for the Vine: Most [ENERGETIC]! Cameron Wilson
Do it for the Vine: [Funniest]! Cameron Lilly
Most Likely NOT to go to jail: [Sneakiest]! David Nguyen
Colgate King: [SMILE]! Joseph Clark
Colgate Queen; [SMILE]! Jasmine Yu
Artsy Fartsy: [CREATIVE]! Christina Fontenelle
Front and Center: Most [SUPPORTIVE]! Mariah Cowan
Jack of All Trades: [TALENTED]! Joshua Brown
Jill of All Trades: [WELL-ROUNDED]! Nayelli Cisneros
Senior [FASHIONISTA]! Annie Kuan
Senior [FASHIONISTO]! Jordan Strickland
Saying...
By: Staff Reporter/CAEC Coordinator Brenee’ Coleman
As the semester is coming to an abrupt end, the Scope recognizes seniors who are graduating this May, leaving words of wisdom to the incoming freshman and reminiscing on their days as incoming freshman to graduating seniors. Senior Cornell Wiley was able to share with the Scope his plans after graduation, advice to incoming freshman, and faculty and places he’ll miss at Illinois State. When asked what he planned on taking up after college, Wiley stated, “I plan on enrolling in Barber College after graduation.” He also offered his advice to incoming freshmen. “ To the incoming freshman I recommend getting out of their comfort zone, meet new people
from different cultural background, get involved, go on retreats, and try something new once a month!” he said. Cornell’s favorite faculty member who he will miss the most is Dr. Shelley and his favorite subject he’ll also miss is Victimology. Just like most students who graduate from college, there is always a favorite hangout spot/restaurant they found on or around campus and for Wiley it is D.P. Dough. As Cornell closes his final days here at ISU, he plans on finishing strong and enjoying the last few weeks he has here. Good luck with your future endeavors Cornell!
Unfulfilled Dreams at ISU By Kia Hill, Staff Writer and Jasia Young, Staff Writer
Studying Abroad is something Michelle Brown wish she would have done. "I always said that I was going to and never did it. College is the best time to go abroad and I definitely wish I would've taken advantage of the opportunity."
Gemille Purnell said something she wish she would have done before graduating is being involved more in her younger college days and being able to use resources up to their full advantage. “There are a lot of good resources that are available here and I wish I would have known about them before.”
Joseph Clark said, “If I had to change anything, it would have been to devote more to my student self. There's nothing like a honed academic discipline. I also would've liked to see... more students take advantage of resources and opportunities that are here just for them (free tutoring, trips over breaks, etc.). It breaks my heart to see students go without having some of these experiences that could do nothing but strengthen and build them.”
Poetry Corner
For poetry submissions, email Jasia Young at shamone110@yahoo.com.
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