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Volume 60, Issue 12
Leaders vie for votes, supporters Student Government Association Presidential Candidates
Simone Bray
Phill Cox
Isaiah Edah-Dike
Tywond Roscoe McGee
20 years old Lives by Romans 12:2 Loves Southern University Hates Liars Junior, Public Relations major From Baton Rouge “I will be a agent of change by efficiently setting goals that are feasible and helpful for our student body and work as hard as I can to work with administration to get my goals accomplished.”
21 years old Lives by honesty Loves music Hates chaos Junior, History major From Vivian, La. “I will be a change agent because as leader of our great student body, successfully plan realistic goals and accomplish them for the betterment of our university.”
22 years old Lives by “Being reliable, doing what I’m gonna say, and having the courage to do the right thing.” Loves Southern University Junior, Political Science major From New Orleans “I will be a change agent by making sure I’m dealing with the concerns of the student body.”
21 years old Lives by faith Loves seeing unity among everyone Hates judgmental people Junior, Criminal Justice major From Amite, La. “I will be a change agent by giving more than the average person and find many ways to make sure every student succeeds.”
SGA Vice President Candidates
Steffen Lewis
21 years old Lives by “Treat others how you want to be treated.” Loves Southern University Hates rude individuals Junior, Nursing Major From Shreveport “I will be a change agent solely to change to campus involvement with SGA. I will continue my efforts to connect and expand networking with the student body.”
Sara Anne Martin
20 years old Lives by “work hard” Loves “God and his favor on my life” Hate getting behind my goals Junior, Political Science major From Denham Springs, La. “I will be a change agent because I will challenge the structure of the SGA by motivating its leaders to adopt a seriousness of purpose.”
Gary Williams II
21 years old Lives by “Treating others the way you want to be treated.” Loves food Hates liars Junior Criminal Justice major From Shreveport “I will be a change agent for the rest of my life.”
Miss Southern Candidates
Breanna McQuarter
21 years old Lives by “Never let anything or anyone steal your joy.” Loves God Hates negativity & negative thinking Junior, Mechanical Engineering major From Baker, La. “I will be a change agent because I’m passionate about the students, the university, and ready to help the students.”
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Ayanna Celeste Spivey
20 years old Lives by Proverbs 4:23 Loves Smiling Junior Social Work major From Moreno Valley, Calif. “I will be a change agent by hopefully making Southern a better place for the student body and students to come in during my role as Miss Southern.”
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April 17 @ 7-8:30pm in Higgins hall, Rm 118. You do not want to miss this! Invite a friend or two. Contact me for concerns or questions at tonyeamccaleb@gmail.com
today Deadline to Withdraw The deadline to withdraw from classes for Spring 2013 is Friday, April 12.
Study Abroad in London, Paris or Amsterdam Want to study abroad in Summer 2014? Come to the informational sessions April 17 and April 24 at 3:30 p.m. in Moore Hall Auditorium. For more information please contact Chanika Jones at chanika_jones@ subr.edu or 225.771.4225.
Student Choice Awards Please nominate one person and/or organization per category. Favorite NPHC Fraternity, Favorite NPHC Sorority, Best Car, Best Heels, Best Kicks, Miss Pretty Wednesday, Mr. Pretty Wednesday, Favorite School/College, Favorite Rapper, Favorite Vocalist, Best Figure, Best Physique, Favorite Dancer, Favorite Male Sports Team, Favorite Female Sports Team, Mr. Instagram Model, Miss Instagram Model, Favorite Auxiliary Team, Favorite Male Staff Member, Favorite Female Staff Member, Cutest Couple, Favorite Organization, Favorite City, Most Valuable Player – Female, Most Valuable Player – Male, Who’s Who Freshman Male, Who’s, Who Freshman Female, Who’s Who Sophomore Male, Who’s Who Sophomore Female, Who’s Who Junior Male, Who’s Who Junior Female, Who’s Who Senior Male, Who’s Who Senior Female, Mr. Twitter, Miss Twitter, Favorite Louisiana Area Code, Active Achiever – Female, Active Achiever – Male and Favorite Cameraman. Submit Nominations to subr.sga@gmail. com Deadline for Nominations is Friday, April 12.
Visual Arts Student Exhibition Come see the works of artists in the Visual Arts department, join the artists and see the gallery will be open until May 2. Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you have any questions contact Robert Cox, gallery director at 225.771.4103 or via e-mail at Robert_cox@subr.edu. The Nutrition Zone Do you have an interest in preventing or managing any nutrition-related health issues? Stop by the Nutrition Zone can meet your needs. Dietetic interns and senior dietetics can offer weight, height and BMI measurements, dietary analysis, nutrition counseling and nutrition and wellness education classes. The Nutrition Zone is open every Thursday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in 154 Thrift Hall. Opportunities to Study Abroad Want to travel and study? Want to gain some language skills and credits? Study abroad with the Center for International Education. You could spend this summer in Belize, Senegal, China or Liberia. Trips range from $3,000-$3,500 and financial aid can be used to study abroad. For an application contact 225.771.2613.
A Doll’s House Attention Southern University: The play A DOLL’S HOUSE, scheduled to be performed April 10, 11, 12 and 13, has been cancelled. Thank you for your support of theatre at SU. Are you an IBMer? Can you identify trends? Can you think strategically? Are you an innovator? Are you ready to make the world smarter? IBM is coming to campus; The IBM information session April 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in T.T. Allain room 120. Refreshments would be served.
New services at John B. Cade Want to try out a tablet? Check out a Kindle Fire from the library. Need a quiet place to study and use the computer? Individual and group study rooms are available for 3 hour checkout. Faxing and printing services are now available in the 1st
Bible Study Way of Holiness Ministries monthly bible class: Wednesday,
The Sentinel Of An Enlightened Student Body since 1926 floor copy center. Need to do an job interview via skype, there’s a room for that. For more information in these new services visit the Ask Here desk at John B. Cade. All you have to do is show your valid SU ID. Sociology Club meetings The Sociology Club will hold weekly meetings from 5-6 pm on Thursdays (twice a month) in Higgins room 218. Bookstore hours The Campus Bookstore is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information about specials and updates like the bookstore on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ southernuniversitybookstore Wesley Foundation Looking for a place to study the word? Join us for Bible Study Wednesdays at 6:30p.m. The foundation will hold a Jambalaya fundraiser April 18 form 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 225.778.0076 for orders and tickets. The Wesley Foundation is located at 748 Harding Blvd. Next to Villa Apartments and across Harding from the football practice field. For more information contact us at 225.778.0076. Writing Proficiency Retake Graduating Seniors can retake the Writing Proficiency Tuesday April 16 at 9 a.m. in Harris Hall Room 2024. If you have any questions regarding the WPE, students may email Mrs. Wellons, florence_wellons@subr.edu. Seniors and Graduates The class of 2013 yearbook and cap & gown graduation portraits are being photographed; Monday April 15 through April 19. Pictures can be taken Monday through Thursday between 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday until 4:30 p.m. The sitting is free and you can view your proofs online. Cap and gown will be provided by the photographer. To make your portrait appointment, go to www.thorntonstudio.com then go to schedule your appointment, click new user, complete form with registration password: subr click submit and login.
Who’s Speaking Out? What issues do you think SGA candidates need to address in the 2013-14 year? “The SGA candidates should address campus beautification, school spirit and more campus recreational activities; like barbeques with picnic tables, more benches and gazebos.” Ryan Smith Junior Business Management Jackson, Miss.
“I feel that SGA candidates should address student unity. I feel as though many people don’t participate in campus activities so, no one gets the chance to learn who’s who. If we don’t get to know each other, how will we be strong as a whole university?” Zsachyle Bunting Sophomore Rehbailitation & Disability Services Dallas
“I feel SGA should address putting the years on our I.D. cards so security guards can have something accurate to check.” Demetrius Carter Sophomore Business Marketing Chicago
“Safety should be one of the issues SGA candidates should address... Some effective measures could be the year of students enrollment or sticker on the backs of IDs.” Mallikah Little Sophomore Social Work Houston
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inside Banks seeks to keep ball rolling
See where SU hoops stands pg.4
Odums moves to dual focus
Scrimmage shows new talent & drive pg.5
Campaign 2013
Meet your candidates for Chief Justice, AWS President & Men’s Fed President pg.6
SGA 2013-14
A little more about your elected officials & the ones vying for your vote pg.7
Cador named to panel
Cador representing college baseball in Milwaukee pg.8
Track readies for South Ala. invite
Seeks improvements pg.9
Victory, Scandal & Defeat
Jindal rebutts pg.10
All you need to know about ‘Sexting’ Kate has serious answers to your SEXtions pg.10
The Clap
Kates discusses Chlamydia in context pg.11
Cypress college random, premeditated Juan Lozano & Ramit Plushnick The Associated Press
CYPRESS, Texas — A man accused of stabbing more than a dozen people at a suburban Houston community college randomly selected his victims and told investigators he had been fantasizing about conducting such an attack since he was 8 years old, authorities said Wednesday. Dylan Quick, 20, has been charged with three counts of aggravated assault in the Tuesday attack at the Lone Star Community College in Cypress, a school he attended about 20 miles northwest of Houston. Classes resumed Wednesday at the bustling campus where more than 18,000 students take courses. Students and others were overheard talking about the attack, riveted by the sequence of events that left 14 injured, two critically. Students said workers were seen Wednesday morning washing away blood stains from outside the school’s health science building. Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia said authorities were investigating a motive for the attack on the first and second floors of the building and noted the suspect had been planning it “for some time.” Investigators weren’t certain on which floor the attack began and were working Wednesday to piece together the sequence of events. Garcia said Quick has been “forthcoming,” adding, “He’s been matter-of-fact and interacting well with investigators.” Quick slashed at his victims with a razor utility knife, and
Cody Duty/AP PHOTO Dylan Quick, who is a suspect in the multiple stabbings on the Lone Star Cy-Fair Campus, right, is escorted by Harris County Sherrif’s Office investigators after being questioned, Tuesday, in Houston. Quick, a student at the school, allegedly went on a building-to-building stabbing attack at the Texas community college Tuesday, wounding at least 14 people — many in the face and neck — before being subdued and arrested, authorities and witnesses said. a similar weapon was found in his backpack when he was apprehended, Garcia said. Several of the 14 victims were hospitalized with slash wounds to the head and neck, but campus President Audre Levy said all are expected to recover. Levy said college police were notified of the attack at 11:13 a.m. Tuesday and that Quick was taken into custody at 11:17 a.m. Authorities said students assisted by tackling Quick and holding him down outside the health science building until police arrived. “The campus response was
immediate,” Levy said. “We have done a lot of training and preparedness.” Quick remained in custody Wednesday and a spokeswoman with the Harris County district attorney’s office said no additional charges are expected. She said Quick has been ordered to undergo a psychological evaluation. Initial reports in the aftermath of the attack indicated a second suspect was being sought, a concern that prompted campus officials to issue emergency notifications despite the
attacker’s quick apprehension. Garcia said authorities relied on campus surveillance video to determine that one person was responsible for the stabbings. Investigators have searched Quick’s Houston home and confiscated a computer and other items, Garcia said. No one answered the door or the phone at the red brick home Tuesday, though two vehicles were parked in the driveway, one of them a Honda Accord with a license plate that read “DYLAN.” It was not immediately known if Quick has an attorney.
Justice Thomas hurt by black issues Kevin Begos
The Associated Press Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas said Tuesday he is heartbroken over the persistent poverty and social troubles among many black communities but has no answers on how to solve these problems. Thomas spoke to an appreciative audience at Duquesne Law School in Pittsburgh. The crowd of about 1,200 people responded with both applause and laughter as he discussed politics, the makeup of the Supreme Court, race, and his own struggles to find his path in life. Thomas said he doesn’t bear any ill-will toward other people who hold views sharply different from his. “If I was going to have hard feelings, it’d be mostly on race issues,” Thomas said. “My heart is broken because I worked in the inner cities.” He said he’s seen terrible decline in some black communities over the years and today “virtually every crime is drug related.” Many young people have no families and no education and numerous anti-poverty programs
have failed to make a difference, he said. “We should at least fess up and say something is wrong,” Thomas said. While saying he doesn’t have an answer to such problems, he recalled that the Catholic sisters who taught him as a boy in Georgia drove home one point. “We were told under all circumstances that we were inherently equal,” he said, adding that he’s always been perplexed by people who assume he should think a certain way because he’s black. “My family was not inferior. I have never believed it and I never will.” Sidney Davis/AP PHOTO Thomas said he was angry about racial injustice as a young man, but he came to feel that anger wasn’t the Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas ponders a question from The Honorable Thomas M. Hardiman during a program at the Duquesne answer. “The question is how do you University School of Law on April 9 in Pittsburgh. respond,” he said. “How do you deal with difficult things in a way that’s obviously wrong, and you make them elites” in the media and in society. During questions from students, believe it,” he said, drawing laughter constructive?” one person noted that the Supreme Thomas noted that he voted for from the crowd. Asked if he was surprised to see Court is made of elites, too, since Democrats Hubert Humphrey in the 1968 presidential election and a black man become president, he most of the justices graduated from George McGovern in 1972, but said said “no” but then took a subtle jab Harvard or Yale Law School. “I think we should have people at Barack Obama. Thomas said he he just doesn’t like politics. “I don’t know how you tell always thought a black president from other law schools” on the court, somebody something that is would have to be “approved by the Thomas said.
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Banks, Jaguars seek to maintain momentum Aristide Phillips The Southern Digest
Rick Bowmer/AP Photo Southern head coach Roman Banks watches during practice ahead of a second-round NCAA college basketball tournament game in Salt Lake City. Despite the anticipation of the loss of Jameel Grace and Derick Beltran; Banks looks to continue momentum back to SWAC/NCAA championships.
An emotional Roman Banks addressed the media after the 16th seed Jaguars nearly upset the topseeded Gonzaga the second round of NCAA tournament. In that press conference, he said that he wanted to make going to the NCAA Tournament an annual invitation, and with the talent and the defensive philosophy Banks teaches coming back he might be able to return. The Jaguars finished the season 23-10, and went undefeated at home for the first time since 2005 and accomplished a 20 win season for the first time since 1999. On top of those achievements, the Jaguars were crowned Southwestern Athletic Conference Tournament champions for the first time since 2006. Yes, it can be said that this has been one of the more successful seasons in Southern men’s basketball history. “We ended up having a very exciting season it was beyond expectations. We had a group of guys that basically play together for the first time and they were able to work together on one accord and came up with a pretty good team,” said Banks. Despite losing first team All-SWAC guard Derick Beltran and four year veteran point guard Jameel Grace,
the Jaguar basketball team will have a strong chance to do it all again. “We have to establish some leadership, all those guys brought a lot of leadership to the table so we’re going to need some guys to step up,” said Banks. Malcolm Miller will be a key returner next season, after averaging 15.5 points per game last season off the bench and being conference leader in three point percentage, it can be expected that he won’t stay there next year. Another key returner for the Jaguars next season will be point guard Christopher Hyder. Hyder will be the front-runner for the starting point guard spot because of his experience running the offense this past season. He showed that despite classification as a freshman that he can be a guy that can run the offense. “He is going to be important to us because he’s the only point guard up returning point guard from this last year so we are some going to need to bring in some help, but we are definitely excited and what he was able to do this year as a freshman,” said Banks. Last season, Hyder started only eight games, but played in all 33 games averaging nearly 20 minutes per contest. Other key guys coming back to the team next season will be big man Javan Mitchell, guard; Yondarius
Johnson, and Cameron Monroe. Mitchell grew into his own in his first year in a Southern uniform, starting in all 33 games last season he was a scoring option in the paint for Southern and will be next season as well. Johnson came off the bench in all but one game, played substantial minutes for the Jags and can be someone who can see an increase in minutes or possibly become a starter. Despite Monroe’s number, Banks started him for a reason, and that reason was discipline and experience. The Evangel High product came in as a freshman under Banks first year and knows the system he will be vital in the locker room. A player to look out for next year could be forward Damien Goodwin. The six-foot-eight 200-pound was a key part of Columbia High School of Decatur, Ga. reaching its third consecutive state championship. Banks described Goodwin as being someone “long and athletic and can step out and make 15-foot shots.” With four players leaving the program will open up four more scholarships for the basketball program to bring in new talent. “We are hoping to put our stamp on this year to grow the program get the scholarships back so we can have some longevity and so we don’t have to work as hard every year,” said Banks.
Moving past the struggles Aristide Phillips The Southern Digest
As talented as they seemed to be on paper, the Southern women’s basketball team struggled and weren’t as consistent as past Jaguar basketball teams. The Lady Jaguars finished the season 13-17 (12-6 Southwestern Athletic Conference) and had their first sub .500 season since 2008, and despite having the second seed in the SWAC tournament the Jags fell to seventh seed to Arkansas Pine-Bluff 63-58. That loss made it the second consecutive year that the Jaguars were sent home earlier than expected. After a slow 1-11 start against tough non-conference teams, the Jaguar basketball team showed they had problems adjusting to the new offense. “We knew it was going to take some time to get everybody adjusted,” said women’s assistant head coach Carlos Funchess. The team finally turned things around in conference play, after falling to rival Grambling State on the road 76-92 the Jags went on a eight game win streak including
getting pay back beating the Tigers in double overtime 83-81. All seemed well but the second half of conference play showed that the Jaguars were inconsistent and not their normal selves going 2-6 in the last eight games of the season. It didn’t help the Jaguars cause when the injury bug took effect on the team sidelining key players like Laneisha Stephens, Adrian Sanders, and Essence Hopkins. “When Stephens got banged up, that hurt us with her being in the post and being our only experienced true post player that made it tough scoring on the inside,” said Funchess. Funchess also said that despite the injuries it was something that the team had to play through and that other players had to step up. Players like Jadea Brundidge who played in 26 games, who stepped in as a freshman to play Stephen’s role. Brundidge, a 6-foot-2 forward from Seattle, could be somebody that can step in and become a good replacement for next season. “She’s going to be a good player next year but she was learning this year and she came to school as a
17-year old, so we are expecting her to get better and do some good things next year but she was in a bit of a learning process this year,” Funchess said. Stephens isn’t the only senior the Jaguars are going to miss, 6-foot-1 forward and All-SWAC third team, Lechell Rush, who led the team in rebounding averaging almost seven boards a game and was third on the team in scoring averaging 8.9 points per game. “Laneisha and Lechell, I felt were both leaders on and off the court we are going to miss both of them,” Funchess said. On a positive note, the Jaguars are only losing three seniors in all, and are returning three players that can put the ball in the hoop, in All-SWAC first team guard Kendra Coleman, Yasmin Fuller, and Sanders all three combine average 30 points for the Jaguars. Everyone on the roster saw playing time this year, thus giving the four freshman players including Brundidge valuable experience. Although the Jaguars didn’t meet expectations; returning to SWAC championship glory, the team is still the team to beat every year.
DIGEST FILE Southern forward Lechell Rush prepares to take a shot. The Jaguars look to move past struggles to come out victorious. Despite SWAC championship defeat, the team is still a team of good standing.
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Odums focuses on talent at scrimmage Torrance Latham The Southern Digest
As the Southern University football players warmed up before their annual spring game at A.W. Mumford Stadium, there was a new spirit in the air. One filled with hope, promise, and anticipation of what is surely to come. With dozens of new faces spotted throughout the team and coaching staff, on a gloomy, overcast day; one thing was quite clear, the defense set out to make a statement. They did just that, holding the first team offense from reaching the end zone, giving up its lone touchdown of the day to the second team. First-year head coach Dawson Odums, former defensive coordinator for the previous two seasons and 2012 interim head coach, was extremely proud his team’s defensive performance. “Overall I was really impressed with the day defensively, had some turnovers made some good hits. We were psyched about the effort,”Odums said. It was a 121-play scrimmage in which the coaching staff began with a twist, starting the first-team offense versus the second-team defense, from the 3-yard line. Rotating both the starters and reserve players for several series deep in the offense’s territory, they then moved the ball to the 45 yard line for a similar drill. In the closing quarter of the game, it was time for the long awaited red zone drill, with the offense opening play 20 yards from the end zone. Directed by senior quarterback Dray Joseph (who led the Southwestern Athletic Conference in passing last season with 2,516 yards and 25 touchdowns), the starters on offense were unable to come away with any points. The only points produced offensively came from the secondteam, with red-shirt junior Wynton Perro under center. “Once you get down there in the red zone, defenses tend to tighten
up. However, we moved the ball, we were really excited about the way those men competed.” Joseph finished the day 12-of24 for 118 and one interception, optimistic about the offense’s progress moving forward. “We did a great job with the things we actually wanted to focus on today. We wanted to come out and play fast, we wanted to run the ball, establish a run game and we wanted to pick up on our hot receivers,” Joseph said. Joseph went on to acknowledge how Perro and himself did a good job during the game. “I think Wynton Perro and I did a good job with that today. All in all I think it was a great spring, we came out and focused on some things, and got those things accomplished,” Joseph said. Though the SU offense did not yield many points, the running game was a bright spot throughout the game, primarily red-shirt freshman and McKinley High product running back Lenard Tillery. With the gaping holes provided by the Jaguars’ offensive line, Tillery maneuvered around the field tremendously, rushing the ball 18 times gaining 111 yards. With the stellar performance, he quickly gained the attention of all spectators present during the scrimmage, including Odums. Odums described how Tillery had good talent. “We saw on Saturday that he possesses some good talent. It’s something that we haven’t seen around here in a long time, a good running back that can run with speed and power,” Coach Odums said. Odums discussed how Tillery would be a great asset to the SU Jaguar football team. “I think we ran the ball the best we’ve ran it since we’ve been here. Lenard Tillery ran the ball really well, and he is going to be a great running back for us going into the fall,” Odums said. When asked about his performance, Tillery defaulted to
DIGEST FILE Freshman running back Lenard Tillery shows his power and speed slipping through two tacklers for open field during the Jaguars spring scrimmage. his coaching staff and teammates. “I doubt I found those holes myself. It was just the scheme we had. The offensive line came out and they blocked. I just had to be a little more patient that I was before. The holes were there. They really opened it up and did an amazing job today,” Tillery said. The defense scored first with a touchdown on an inception return by junior defensive back Kevin King in the first half, energizing the already active defense. Joseph’s pass to SU junior tight end Bradley Coleman was deflected and fell into King’s hands, as he dashed virtually 60 yards to the end zone. The offense responded a few series later in the first with its only touchdown of the game, a 2-yard run by senior fullback Lee Mitchell. Though the passing attack did not have any success scoring, there were still several big plays made throughout the day. Most of which came from Coleman, who led the team with 76 receiving yards, and senior tight end Rashaun Allen, who contributed with
3 catches for 56 yards. Odums’ defensive unit brought back several starters at key positions, but with the second-team defense going against the first-team offense most of the game, some new up-and-coming names seized their opportunities. The defense caused a total of four turnovers, two interceptions and two fumble recoveries, giving up an impressive 13 points the entire day. One player in particular, senior linebacker Detrane Lindsey, was all over the field anchoring the “bend but don’t break” defense. He was not shocked at all about the defenses’ performance. “We are not surprised because in practice we go through the same stuff every day. If we stay focused, everything will come through,” Lindsey said. Matthew Hill, senior kicker for SU, handled most of the special teams’ responsibilities. He was 1 for 3 on the day, converting from 29 yards out, missing both the 34yard and 38-yard kicks. No punts or
kickoffs were displayed during the scrimmage. As spring camp has now concluded, there is much to look forward to heading into the fall, just four months away. Odums and his staff have stressed the importance of togetherness, depending on one another, working on one accord. Lindsey discussed how Odums team is spending time together. “Coach Odums is rubbing off on us pretty well. The other day we went out to eat together; me and the receivers. The defense is always going out to eat together, Buffalo Wild Wings or wherever. The offensive line spends a lot of time together as well,” Lindsey said. Lindsey described how the team is becoming more of a family then just a football team. “We are becoming a family now. It’s the most family-oriented team we’ve had since I’ve been here. That is going to help us on the field, being a complete team is going to propel us over the top,” Lindsey said.
Couvillon: Bowling season is a rebuilding year Aristide Phillips The Southern Digest
In the first game of the bowling season, the Jaguars finished tenth out of 11 teams and from there they finished the season tied for second in the conference prior to conference championship play only to be exited by Texas Southern in the second round. To some bowling programs this may seem like a success, but to bowling head coach Karen Couvillon it was a rebuilding year. In Couvillon’s entire career being kicked out in the second round in the SWAC championship has never happened, making this her worst finish as the Jaguars’ head coach.
In the Southwestern Athletic Conference bowling championship, the Jags finished day one in third place when they went into their respective bracket they won their first match against Jackson State and proceeded to lose the next two matches kicking them out of the tournament giving them a fifth place finish for the year. Although the bowling program has seen its highs and lows, the ceiling for the team is limitless. “When we start off with that very first tournament, we finished second to last. The girls won one match out of 13 matches and yet by the end of the season we were doing very well, but we still have a lot of improvements to
do,” said Couvillon. The Jaguar bowling team included five freshman and two sophomores with the opportunity to bowl. “They worked hard and did well; I have nothing but good things to say about them. They were young. So we didn’t finish as strong as we’d like,” said Couvillon. The Jaguar bowling team’s lack of experience was the main reason for their struggles. “The girls were just not ready to deal with the pressure being young they just don’t have that mental fortitude that comes with experience,” said Couvillon. Next season, Couvillon expects her bowlers having a strong year despite the entire
conference being more competitive. “All of the other girls are coming back so I really see us getting stronger we’re a growing team,” said Couvillon. The strongest returners will be sophomore Kayleen Adams and freshman Stacsy Trip, both where over 200 bowlers. Not far behind Adams and Trip is Rekeia Jenkins, who is another plus 200 bowler. Couvillon feels she is someone who can help better the team. On the recruiting side of things, Couvillon said that she has targeted two student athletes, one from New Orleans and another out of state. For SU Bowling, 2014 could see a lot more pins fall and more matches won.
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Meet
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Clifton D. Blouin
Vance Mitchell
Vying for Chief Justice 21 years old Lives by continuous progression Loves volunteerism and traveling Hates people who don’t act Junior Computer Science major From Baton Rouge “I will be a change agent by leading by example and ensuring others will do the same.”
Stephan Loston
Men’s Federation President 20 years old Lives by Life isn’t about finding yourself, it’s about creating yourself. Loves helping others Hates Negativity Junior, Criminal Justice major From New Iberia, La. “I will be a change agent by taking my position to heart and using it as a way to become a better man and leader.”
Gabrielle Lewis
Miss Senior 21 years old Lives by “If I can do it, you can do it.” Loves music, friends, family, church, and fellowship. Hates when things are not on time and when I am also not on time. Junior, Criminal Justice major From Winnsboro, La. “I will be a change agent by remaining just as active I my class as I have been as class Vice President and leave my mark on SU.”
Vying for Chief Justice 21 years old Lives by “Don’t bind conformity to mass thought” Loves food Hates snakes Senior, Civil Engineering major From Atlanta “I will be a change agent because under my rule will become aware of the purpose of the Judicial Branch, so that when they have any problems with some laws of the school, the Judiciary will be able to pass judgment without hesitation.”
Megan Henderson
Vying for AWS President 22 years old Lives by “What would happen if you believed you are enough” Loves crawfish Hates waking up before her alarm sounds Junior, Apparel Merchandising and Textile Major and Marketing minor From Shreveport “I will be a change agent through programs and initiatives geared toward empowering women.”
Channing J. Evans
Vying for Miss Junior 21 years old Lives by Phillip 3:4 Loves her family Hates racism Sophomore, Nursing major From Slidell, La. “I will be a change agent by bringing SU to a positive light through community outreach and being a great ambassador.” **Shamaya Stewart (vying for Miss Junior) was unavailable for photo and information at campaign workshop
Allison Bonton
Candice Perrilloux
Vying for AWS President 20 years Lives by self respect Loves promoting for a better community Sophomore, Business Management major From Baton Rouge “I plan to be a change agent by strategically implementing programs that educate the women of Southern University about problems that are faced by many different women such as aid awareness, the importance of self respect, hygiene and domestic violence.”
Vying for Miss Sophomore 18 years old Lives by “do on to others as you want others to do on to you” Loves socializing and networking, giving God praise, helping others, and working hard towards my goals. Hates fussing and fighting Freshman, Nursing major From Dupont, La. “I will be a change agent by making sure that everyone is happy, stable, and standing on firm grounds with any issues ranging from small or large.”
Keona Chanel Daniels
Vying for Miss Sophomore 18 years old Lives by “one should always aspire to be better, I order to do better.” Loves pictures Hates frogs Agricultural Science major From Waldorf, Md. “I will be a change agent because I’m innovative and hard working. As Miss Sophomore I will set an example for my peers and allow my classmates to come to as a colleague.”
Kent Andre Battiste
Quitney Toussaint
Ricky Robinson
Daniel Joiner
Chase C. Evans
Adria Smith
Mark McGee
KaKayla Golden
LaWayla Golden
Hailey Hudson
Brent Batiste
Travante Johnson
Anne Chumbow
Chelsey Thrasher
Tony Rashad Hunter
Senior Class President 20 years old Lives by “In order to succeed , your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.” Loves fashion, food, music, socializing Hates when things are delayed or not functional Junior, Nursing major From Baton Rouge “I will be a change agent by consistently advocating for the betterment of the student body.”
Senior Class Vice President 21 years old Lives by “God has your back at all times.” Loves being a blessing and giving encouragement to others. Hates ignorance and people who don’t think before speaking and people who can’t accept others opinions. Junior, Agriculture Economics major From Salina, Kan. “I will be a change agent by
Junior Class Senator 20 years old Lives by respect, trust, and honor Loves asking a stand against things I find wrong. Junior Biology major From Rosedale, La. “I will be a change agent by taking a stand for the organization the students and SGA forget about.”
Vying for Junior Class President 19 years old Lives by “Lead by example” Loves family Hates negativity Sophomore, Biology major From Baton Rouge “I will be a change agent because I will use my life experiences to better myself as a man and the junior class as a whole.”
Junior Class Vice President 20 years old Lives by kindness Loves Being Successful and blessed Hates people with inefficient work ethic Psychology major From Roseland, La. “I will be a change agent by working to understand the Southern University class of 2015 and completing the tasks necessary to keep the junior
Vying for Junior Class Senator 19 years old Lives by Reach for the stars Hates Neagativity Sophomore Political Science major From Bogalusa, La. “I will be a change agent by standing for what’s right for the student body at Southern University and representing for my constituents.”
Vying for Junior Class President 20 years old Lives by “You only have one life to live” Loves family Hates being unorganized Sophomore, Political Science major From Bogalusa, La. “I will be a change agent by bringing more class togetherness for the Junior Class of 2015.”
Senior Class Senator 21 years old Lives by honesty, integrity, and striving for excellence Loves positivity Hates negativity, dishonesty, and chocolate Senior, Mass Communication major From Minden, La. “I will be a change agent by bringing fresh ideas that will allow students to be proud to be involved in the activities held
Sophomore Senator 19 years old Lives by intensity Loves excellence Hates mediocrity Sophomore Nursing major From Nairobi, Kenya “I will be a change agent by inspiring students to fully exploit their potential academically. I will also advocate for more modern technology in classrooms.”
Junior Justice 19 years old Lives by “Sweat won’t betray you” Loves Competance Hates Laziness Junior, English Major From Baton Rouge “I will be a change agent by serving as someone reliable and responsible.”
Senior Class Senator 21 years old Lives by Always stay true to yourself Loves dance and art Hates dishonesty Junior, Visual Arts major From Miden, La. “I will be a change agent because as Senior Senator I will make sure the senior class is heard in the senate.”
Sophomore Senator 18 years old Lives by “Staying positive is the key to success.” Loves reading, shopping, and talking Hates dishonesty Freshman Nursing major From Louisville, Ky. “I will be a change agent by listening to the concerns of my fellow classmates and do what I can t address them or resolve them.”
Sophomore Class President 19 years old Lives by always do your best Loves family Hates being late Freshman, Nursing major From Slidell, La. “I will be a change agent by connecting with the sophomore student body to get their feedback on issues around campus that need to be addressed.”
Senior Class Senator 21 years old Lives by “Respect for everyone” Loves Children Hates people who lie Junior, Dietetics major From Prairieville, La. “I will be a change agent by setting positive examples for incoming and current students.”
Men’s Federation Vice President 20 years old Lives by “Sometimes the questions are complicated and the answers are simple.” Loves jazz and helping others move forward Hates coleslaw Junior Business Management major From Shreveport “I will be a change agent with positive leadership, recruiting, and mentoring.”
**Di’Shun Le’Tez Melbert (vying for SGA Vice President), Shanice Sam (AWS Vice President), Daniel Xavier Fernandez (Senior Class Senator), Nicholas Wayne Harris (vying for Junior Class President), Shamaya Stewart (vying for Miss Junior), Alishia Sharron (Junior Class Senator) was unavailable for photo and information at campaign workshop. The following positions are vacant until elections in the Fall 2013; 1 Senior Senator, 2 Senior Justices, 2 Junior Senators, 1 Junior Justice, Sophomore Vice President, 3 Sophomore Senators and 2 Sophomore Justices.**
Springtime: A Parisian Season
The 2013 Miss Southern Revue & Student Government Electoral Debates Tonight at 6:30 p.m. at F.G. Clark Activity Center Admission free and open to the public for more information contact Student Programs at 225.771.2940
Voting
Monday April 15 in the Royal Cotillion Ballroom of Smith-Brown Memorial Union Vote between 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. All students must present a valid picture ID and sign before voting
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Cador named to MLB diversity taskforce Southern baseball coach only college baseball coach named to 18-member panel Wednesday The Associated Press NEW YORK — Major League Baseball has created a task force that will study how to increase diversity in the game, especially among black players. Commissioner Bud Selig announced the committee Wednesday. In less than a week, baseball will celebrate the 66th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier. A new movie titled “42” focuses on the Hall of Famer. The 18-member committee includes representatives from club ownership, the players’ union, minor league and college baseball, the MLB scouting bureau and other areas. Hall of Famer Frank Robinson and former major league manager Jerry Manuel are among the members. MLB says about 8.5 percent of players on this year’s opening day rosters identified themselves as AfricanAmerican or black. That’s around half the number from the mid-1970s through the mid-1990s. “As a social institution, Major League Baseball has an enormous social responsibility to provide equal opportunities for all people, both on and off the field,” Selig said in a statement. Tampa Bay Rays owner Stuart Sternberg and
Detroit Tigers president Dave Dombrowski will help run the committee. Southern University head coach Roger Cador, Chicago White Sox Executive Vice President Ken Williams, MLB Senior Vice President of Baseball Operations Kim Ng, union official and former big leaguer Tony Clark and Arizona Diamondbacks president Derrick Hall are among the other members. MLB runs the Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities (RBI) program and has seven Urban Youth Academies that are either running or are in development. “I am proud of the work we have done thus far with the RBI program and the MLB Urban Youth Academies, but there is more that we must accomplish,” Selig said. “We have seen a number of successful efforts with existing MLB task forces, and I believe we have selected the right people to effectively address the many factors associated with diversity in baseball,” he said. Cador took part in the meetings with Selig in Milwaukee this week, and assistant coach Fernando Puelba handled head coaching duties this week in Cador’s absence. The Jaguars dropped an 11-2 decision to top-ranked LSU at Zephyr Field Tuesday in the Wally Pontiff Jr. Foundation Classic Tuesday. The teams played again Wednesday at LSU’s Alex Box Stadium, but results from that game were not available at press time.
DIGEST FILE Coach Fernando Puebla handled coaching duties this week as head coach Roger Cador traveled to Milwaukee to serve on the 18-member panel as the only coach representing a college baseball program.
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Track aims to continue improvements Aristide Phillips
The Southern Digest It was a learning experience for the Jaguar track team at the Texas Relays and now the team will look to apply what they learned as they will compete in the South Alabama Invitational Friday and Saturday. The last meet for the Jaguar track team was the Texas Relays, and it wasn’t a good showing for the Jaguars. “We were traveling with freshmen and sophomores and that’s basically it. Overall it was a good experience for them they got to see a whole bunch of teams and were able to get the experience they needed,” said track and field head coach Brain
Johnson. In the Men’s and Women’s 4x400 relays the Men’s leg competitors were Lloyd Benjamin Devin Jenkins Daniel Simon and Lemanuel Mosley. They finished with a time of 3:14:55. “The men’s 4 x 4 team is progressing pretty well. We’re right on the brink of trying to get that time 3:09 or 3:08.; to try to get into NCAA’s for regionals. The women’s legs included Raquel Sims, Maya Anderson, May Dozier, and Zenon Shanelle and they finished with a time of 3:54:13. “Same way with the women we’re really close we’re not that far away. If we have a really good day we can accomplish that
task,” Johnson said. In the Men’s 100 meter dash freshman Devin Jenkins finished with a time of 10.56 and in the Javelin, Hasoni Alfred threw 52.94 meters (173.08 feet). Since the meet, the Jaguars track and field team has not competed in two weeks and has used part of that time resting and Johnson feels that the rest will benefit them going into the invite this weekend. “We’re actually working hard this week because we had a week off, the weather is warm, so this’ll be a really good meet to determine where we’re going to be going into the SWAC Championship,” said Johnson. The Women are doing fairly well when
compared to their conference competition. As for the Men’s teams it’s been a work in progress but it is hoped that by conference time both teams will reach their peaking points. In conference rankings Southern women throwers are ranked second and third respectively; while the men Reginald Redding and D’Wayne Houston are practicing with the football team Johnson is expecting good things out of them. The key for the Jaguars in this weekend’s meet at South Alabama is to continue to improve and to work to drop their times down to so that they can be prepared for the Southwestern Athletic Conference championships.
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Talking Politics with Caesar Smith Jr.: Victory, Scandal and Defeat Gov. Bobby Jindal admitted defeat during Monday’s opening address to the 2013 legislative session by announcing that he will park his tax shift proposal. The governor remains committed to the elimination of income taxes, telling the Legislature, “Send me that bill to get rid of those taxes.” There are several bills circulating through the Legislature that would eliminate income taxes immediately, phase-out the taxes over three to 10 year periods, or reduce income tax rates. It is unclear; however, if and how the revenue lost through eliminating or reducing rates would be replaced. That was only the latest in a season of setbacks. Unfavorable polls, once discounted as the byproduct of an ambitious agenda, were only getting worse - recently much worse. The governor’s statewide school voucher program, a pillar of his education reform package, was blocked by a trial court judge on constitutional grounds. Judges have since also blocked his revamp of teacher tenure rules and a change of the state retirement system. Then at the end of March, his poll numbers crater, the resignation of Health and Hospitals Secretary Bruce Greenstein couldn’t have
come at a worse time. Greenstein resigned last month after a federal grand jury launched an investigation into his alleged improper involvement in the award of a $194 million state contract to CNSI, where Greenstein once worked. With Greenstein gone, Jindal lost a major supporter of his plans to reject the federal Medicaid expansion and to privatize the LSU-run public hospitals that care for the poor and uninsured. It is not surprising to see the governor’s decision to park his tax plan, it should be noted that none of the bills filed by legislators to phase-out income taxes include a way to pay for the foregone revenues. Not all parts of the governor’s plan were bad, and the Legislature should still attempt to centralize its tax collection system, simplify the tax code by getting rid of inefficient sales and income tax exemptions and increase tobacco taxes. Having a flat tax without exemptions would be the ideal plan. It would come in at no less than 7%, anything in excess would have to make up for any replacements or lost revenue. The governor should use sound judgment when setting or changing current policies. Several candidates have been making rounds and meeting their peers this week; however, unlike previous years, I have not
Caesar Smith Jr. encountered anyone this year who is all of a sudden a great friend overnight. You know the ones who before campaign week never speak, then all of a sudden recognize you. No, there certainly would not be a vote for them. When voting for them consider what they stand for and have a general understanding of how the SGA works in general. Many of the platforms are the same things that have been recycled over and over again for a minimum two years; some are simply things that are already on the agenda to be complete however, very few of them are genuinely original. Part of yesterday afternoon was spent asking candidates why someone should vote for them.
I must admit it was rather amusing to stop them just before or during their normal spill to give what I asked for, not what has been printed and rehearsed. That shows courage, without the virtue of courage no other virtue can be practiced consistently. In conclusion, the following candidates have spoken and have my endorsement. Ayanna Spivey was impressive in her pursuit of getting more of the student body involved in activities around campus; she gets the vote for Miss Southern. Sara Anne Martin is the most likely and effective candidate for Vice-President, while Clifton Blouin is a thinker and genuinely cares for the student body. The most impressive and admirable response came last as I spoke to Isaiah Edah-Dike, he said something that could not have been more true. In the spirit of truth and honesty, Isaiah understands he cannot do everything and realizes he needs help from the everyday student to make things happen. He continued by stating the push cards, candy and other campaign give-aways should not entice anyone to vote for any candidate. Without hesitation he would be my recommendation for SGA President this year. Goodwill is the Monarch of this house… Ambitious, successful, hopeful dreams…
Caesar’s Political Predictions Runoffs Wildcard SGA President Simone Bray and Isaiah Edah-Dike SGA Vice-President Sara Martin and Gary Williams, II
Philip Cox Steffen Lewis
**These predictions are not representative of a poll or student body opinions. This prediction is strictly based on the opinion of the columnist.
Serious Answers to your SEXtions: Choices and Consequences of Sexting Let’s face it, we live in a technological world where pretty much everything we do involves some form of technology. This is not always a good thing, especially if you like to sext. Sexting is sending sexually explicit messages by text messaging. This includes pictures or videos. The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy teamed up with CosmoGirl.com and surveyed 627 young adults. 59 percent of these young adults have sent sexually explicit messages. 64 percent have received sexual messages. Sexting can be fun, but the consequences are severe. Never assume anything you send to someone will remain private. Chances are the pictures or videos you send will get passed around. 40 percent of teens and young adults say that they have received a sext, originally meant to be private, and shown it to someone. It is important to remember that you
Kate McConnell cannot erase anything in cyberspace. Pictures or videos you send out will never go away. This means that potential employers, professors, coaches, parents, friends, and strangers may all be able to find your posts. Even when you delete something, it is never truly deleted in cyberspace. When you send an explicit picture or video to someone, you are giving that person power over you. There is no telling what that person can and will do with the content.
For example, if you send explicit pictures to your partner and then the two of you have a falling out, who’s to say what that person might do, especially if they are seeking revenge. Besides the embarrassment you might face if someone were to come across your racy pictures, you could get into legal trouble because of sexting. Dozens of teens throughout the country have been arrested for sexting and even charged with possession of child porn, which is a felony. You could even be labeled as a sex offender for the rest of your life. If you forward a sexual picture of someone underage, you are just as responsible for the image as the original sender and could be charged criminally as such. I’m sure some of you are thinking that if you do not put your face in the picture or video it cannot be traced back to you; that is untrue. Pretty much anything and everything that is sent can be traced back to the original
sender and receiver. Let’s not forget that the person you are sending an explicit message to might not even want to see that. Sometimes when someone wants you to send them a picture, it can actually mean your face! The bottom line is think before you send. Ask yourself if you would let your mom or dad see the picture or video you are about to send? Think about your future and how one picture could have a negative impact on the rest of your life. If someone wants you to send them a picture and you do not want to, say no! Who cares what that person thinks of you. They might not like you, but you could have just potentially saved yourself from future embarrassment. Remember to always be safe when engaging in sexual activities with someone. Know who you are getting involved with. Use a condom and get tested often. You only have one life to live, so never do something you will regret.
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According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), in 2011, there were 31,614 reported cases of Chlamydia in Louisiana. Yes, you read that right and you can only imagine how much that number has increased over the past two years. Chlamydia is a very common sexually transmitted disease (STD). It is so common that an estimated 1 in 15 sexually active females aged 14-19 has Chlamydia. Chlamydia is caused by infection. It can cause urethritis and proctitis in both men and women. It also causes cervicitis in women. Infections from this STD can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease, tubal factor infertility, ectopic pregnancy, and chronic pelvic pain. Chlamydia is most common among sexually active persons aged 14-24 years. 1,412,791 cases in the United States were reported to the CDC. If you count infections that are not reported, there are an estimated 2.86 million cases. Chlamydia infections occur in nonHispanic Blacks five times more than in nonHispanic Whites. Chlamydia is also common
Kate McConnell among men who have sex with men. Chlamydia is transmitted through sexual contact through the vagina, penis, mouth, or anus. A person can acquire Chlamydia even if ejaculation does not occur. Chlamydia can be transmitted during childbirth if the mother is untreated. This can cause conjunctivitis or pneumonia in some infants. According to the CDC, Chlamydia is known as a ‘silent’ infection because most infected people are asymptomatic and lack symptoms. Screening is necessary to identify most infections. Genital indications such as discharge,
burning during urination, unusual sores, or rash are all symptoms of Chlamydia. Any sexually active person can be infected with Chlamydia but those who do not use condoms consistently are at higher risk. Those who move from one relationship to the next rapidly are also at an increased risk. The Center for Disease Control recommends yearly Chlamydia screening of all sexually active women who are 25 years of age or younger and those over the age of 25 that have more than one sex partner. Condoms, if used consistently and correctly, can reduce the risk of getting and giving Chlamydia. The definite way to avoid this STD is to abstain from sex, including anal and oral. Being in a long-term monogamous relationship with a partner who has been tested can also reduce your risk. Most importantly, know who you are getting sexually involved with. Be conscientious about your choices. Use protection and get tested. You only have one life to live, so never do something you will regret.
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