In with the new: Meet Your SGA Leaders
Miss Southern SHANICE SAM
SGA President NICHOLAS HARRIS
SGA Vice-President SARA MARTIN
Chief Justice TRENTON HOLT
Men’s Fed President CHASE EVANS
AWS President KIANA UPSHAW
Senior Class President JOSHUA ROSS
Miss Senior DIAMOND MOSES
Junior Class President JOHN T. CARMOUCHE
Miss Junior MAR’LESHA HOLLINS
Miss Sophomore KADASJAH MCMILLION
Sophomore Class President TRUE BROWN
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Senate meeting cleans house Lauren Johnson MANAGING EDITOR
After starting later than the scheduled time the Southern University Senate took off quickly by making tedious and mind-boggling decisions, Wednesday afternoon in the Mocha room of the Smith-Brown Memorial Student Union. The meeting was opened with a call to order by President Sara Martin followed by an invocation, roll call and approval of minutes from the last session. Before the official start of the meeting, a letter from Simone Braye was read to the audience expressing her gratitude and best wishes to the board. Of the board, 7 members were absent, and 10 present. During the Legislation Review the matter of constitutional amendments was discussed for the majority and remaining of the meeting. Being that the semester is coming to an end, and there will be a new senate board, the current board wanted to ensure that the constitution had clarity in both language and purpose. “ Nine months is a short time for the new members to get the concept down pack,” said President Sara Martin. “I’m hoping that by us making clarification of the articles hopefully it will give the new comers a head start.” The first Amendment was brought to the floor by Senator Keona Daniels to amend Article II Section II to delete the listed fees that a fulltime student of SGA would have to pay. Daniels felt the list of fees was irrelevant and ever changing. To support her amendment, Daniels did make it clear that there would be a listed place in which members could find fees in which they are charged. Daniels then asked for support to change the abbreviated title of “SGA” to “SUBR SGA” and make it the official and consistent abbreviation throughout the Constitution. Both amendments were passed. Next, Senator Kayla Peterson brought forth her amendment to change the order of Succession. After short discussion the amendment was approved. Moving to a tougher decision Senator Chelsey Thrasher brought amendments to the table which brought in several moments of discussion from both the audience and board. Thrasher wanted to amend the Executive Branch Article IV Section 9. Thrasher felt that
certain parts of the article belong the audience. Some of the concerns General Notes. Brown felt there was a in other sections and/or articles. were that some students might feel lot of repetition and wanted to delete Thrasher wanted to move 3 elements that they can become apart of SGA in sections 5-9. This amendment was under Article IV Section 11 that were the judicial branch to become Greek, quickly approved. the duties of the SGA President. The use it as a factor on resumes or use it “This has been a very productive duties were as follows: Support and as a entry level in which they will have meeting. We have been looking to uphold this Constitution, Execute the experience to advance to a higher level. change the By Laws, Articles of the Legislation of the senate, and uphold Overall, everyone agreed that different Constitution, and the Election Code,” the decisions of the Judicial Branch. people have different motives. The said Martin. “ It’s been a long time Thrasher’s argument was that these roles were understood and need to go under “general member duties.” After a back and forth discussion focusing on checks and balances, Thrasher then decided that the duty of supporting and upholding the constitution had to go, but the other two could stay. From one lengthy decision to another, Senator Travente Johnson proposed an amendment to Article VIII. After doing research of other Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Johnson Courtney Jacobs/DIGEST saw that SU was the Southern University’s senate reviews the minutes to be approved during the last senate meeting of the Spring 2014 only HBCU that still semester. requires elected officials of SGA to obtain a 2.5 GPA, while the Audience also brought up the idea that coming, and the senators did a great others are required to have a 2.75. being that the Judiciary has a term of 4 job,” finished martin. Johnson proposed to change the years, it would be easier when it comes “Its important that I attend all of the current requirements to the higher one to training. senate meetings because it’s all about listed above. Changing the mood in the room, the student voice,” said newly elected “We are the only university still Senator Isiah Edah-Dike commented, SGA President Nicholas Harris. “Being requiring a 2.5,” said Johnson. “ We ”As a SGA we want to encourage that Sara and I worked together in are actually behind.” The board and students to advance and achieve higher senate, I feel that as a team we can get audience swiftly agreed, nodded and potions, so I feel Judiciary persons a lot accomplished this year.” finished passed the amendment. should be able to go for other positions, Harrison. With two more amendments to and if they don’t get the position they “I came to support our newly elected be shared, the second to last one was should just go back to their old one.” [Senate] President, Sara Martin, “said the hardest and the longest. Senator After his comment, members of the senior apparel merchandise Megan KaKayla Golden proposed to change audience as well as Senators Johnson, Henderson of Shreveport. “Also I Article VI Section 6 that discusses the Thrasher and Brent Batiste gave body heard of all of the changes that were judicial branch. This Amendment took language of total disapproval. being made, and as a student I think several minutes to discuss. After almost an hour, Johnson asked the changes are great and will lead The issue was whether or not to allow to table this amendment until next the university in the right direction, judicial members to be able to run for semester, due to the difficulty and especially being that this is our other offices, be able to be penalized logistic issues that had to be further centennial year,” finished Henderson. for certain reasons and the actual time discussed. The board agreed. of holding their position. There were Lastly, Senator True Brown many ideas and opinions given from proposed his amendment to Article XII
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Coach Banks declines Aggies offer
Inks new deal to remain in Jaguar Land Felix Cunningham III SPORTS EDITOR
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Change is always the thing that hurts the most. Southern University’s head men’s basketball coach—two time Coach of the Year by the Southwestern Athletic Conference and finalist for the Ben Job Award and Skip Prosser Man of the Year Award—Roman Banks, was offered a phone call that would potentially bring instant change. With an alarming ring, that phone call, surprisingly, received permission from the Athletics Director, Dr. William Broussard for Banks to be apart of the Aggies
coaching staff at Texas A&M under the current Billy Kennedy. Banks served as an associate head coach under Kennedy at Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond. Even though Texas A&M is acquired18-16this season Banks gracefully declined the offer. “I am honored that Billy Kennedy and Texas A&M would consider me a qualified candidates to serve on the Aggies staff. Despite the outside interest, my focus remains centered on elevating the profile of Southern University men’s basketball.” Banks has reached an agreement in principle to a new BANKS OFFER Continued on P5.
“Against all odds” Cador set to release upcoming Autobiography Torrance Latham SPORTS EDITOR The best thing about unveiling an autobiography is the wonders and the story of a particular that conquered life itself to stand on the horizon. Southern University’s baseball coach, Roger Cador, has accomplished such a task. As a legend to the Southern University staff Cador will soon give a sneak peek release of his book at a press conference on Thursday, April 24th at noon at the Embassy Suites located at 4914 Constitution Ave. The autobiography “Against All Odds” reflects on Cador’s journey to his successes as a former player, head coach, and more so, a person. Tressa Smallwood is leading the publishing team at Life Changing Books and the book is set to release in the summer of 2014. The book tells the acute story of Cador’s childhood, high school, college and professional baseball trials at the Atlanta Braves, and then on to Southern as an assistant basketball coach to Southern head baseball coach and even through being named on MLB Diversity Committee. Cador gives friend, Alice Park which told him consistently to write the book to motivate others, even if it is just one. “She says I needed to write the book because someone might go through the same trials that I’m going through what you went through and they may need your
assistance with reading your book.” said Cador. This book is about being against the world and conquering odds that seem impossible for anyone else. It’s about being backed into a corner and taking the initiative to do right. Coach Roger Cador has taken that initiative to teach his players as well as others to do right and stand against the world when it sends you troubling odds. Through this book, Cador said he hopes for people “will learn the value of someone who had struggled with every facet of life and who was deprived of a basic education at a young age, who got laughed at and endured a lot of other things said about them. I didn’t quit. I just found out with ways to keep working and doing my thing ad ignoring al of the negative things.” Cador said that in his journey of writing the motivational autobiography he found out that Herschel Walker, the former football player experienced the same thing as Cador. One message he makes in the book is “That no matter what you go through you never give up or find fault or blame people. We live in a great country in the world. I was able to elevate myself from all of that horrible past to make good things happen.” said Cador. Cador is in his 30th season as the head baseball coach of Southern. He took over the program in 1984 and has become one of the most respected COACH CADOR Continued on P5.
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Jags Comes Alive, Split Doubleheader Felix Cunningham III SPORTS EDITOR One day after losing a pitching duel in 13 innings, the Southern University baseball team managed to attain a split in Saturday’s double header to complete the weekend series, defeating Texas Southern (TSU) 8-5 in the second game. In a very similar fashion to Friday night, Southern’s (7-21 overall, 3-13 in the SWAC) offense struggled to produce any success at the plate in the first game, batting .133, in which Texas Southern’s (18-23 overall, 11-5 in the SWAC) starting pitcher Michael Starkey pitched a complete game. TSU defeated SU 6-1. John Thigpen (1-3) was the starting pitcher for the Jaguars, giving up six runs in six innings. The tide changed for the Jags in the second game, pouring in a four run seventh inning behind strong hitting from the middle of their lineup that virtually propelled them to their lone victory. “We did get down, but they fought back and did some good things. They could have gotten depressed because they’ve lost games they should have won all season, but they didn’t,” said Coach Cador. The Jaguars started out sharp in game 2, scoring a run in the first inning, which gave them their first BANKS OFFER From P4.
deal ensuring the return of the two-time SWAC and Louisiana Sports Writers’ Association’s Coach of the Year, athletic department officials confirmed Monday. “We’re excited about the prospect of continuing our relationship with Coach Banks and I remain excited about his leadership of the men’s basketball team at Southern University, “said Broussard. Approval for the new deal is pending and is not expected until the Southern University
lead of the weekend. Leadoff hitter Phillip Williams led off with a single then stole both second and third base respectively, en route
in the fourth inning, doubling to right field, and TSU made an error of their own when right fielder Eugene Freeman dropped third
“We did get down, but they fought back and did some good things. Instead of getting depressed because they’ve lost games they should have won all season, but they didn’t,”
- Roger Cador SU Head Baseball
to scoring off of Wallace’s double. Shortstop Williams committed a throwing error to first, allowing TSU leadoff hitter Zach Welz to reach base safely. TSU shortstop Andrew Garza then sacrificed a bunt that allowed Welz to advance to second, then came home on a double steal after an error made by the Jaguars’ first baseman Brian Rowry, tying the score at one apiece. Rowry redeemed himself
baseman Harley Wiltz’s fly ball with two outs, bringing Rowry in for the run. The see-saw battle continued in the top of the fifth inning when third baseman Jag Gordaya walked, stole second and scored on second baseman Chris DeLeon’s single to right field, tying the score yet again. Designated hitter Jose De La Torre’s RBI single and Wallace’s sacrifice fly gave Southern a 4-2 lead in the bottom
Board of Supervisors meet in May. Terms of the contract were not disclosed at the present moment “Today, Southern University has expressed its commitment to the future of the men’s basketball program by investing in me to remain as head coach,” Banks said. “With a new agreement in place, I am eager to move the men’s basketball program forward while elevating the standard of excellence that we set as a coaching staff when I first arrived in 2011. But none of this would be possible without the relentless efforts of
our university administration, athletics director, coaches and, most importantly, our student-athletes.” This past season, Banks guided Southern to the program’s first regular season SWAC title since 2003 and its credited as the catalyst who helped restore the men’s program its prominence after suffering through several losing seasons and NCAA imposing APR penalties. In three season as head coach, Banks has compiled a 59-37 overall record, winning the SWAC tournament title in 2013 and the SWAC regular season
of the fifth. After an uncommon catcher’s interference call, Eugene Freeman reached first base to load the bases, eventually leading to three runs turned in by the TSU offense, giving them a 5-4 lead to setup the seventh inning explosion of offense by the Jaguars. Phillip Williams led off the seventh with a walk, stole second and scored the tying run on outfielder’s Tyler Kirksey’s double. After De La Torre flied out to right-field, Wallace walked and B.J. Rowry doubled home two for a 7-5 lead. Rowry also scored on an error by TSU second baseman “I think the kids concentrated a little better. We asked them to make an adjustment, and they committed themselves to it and they enjoyed some success,” said Coach Cador. Relief pitcher Rafael Diaz finished with his fifth save on the year, striking out a pinch hitter for TSU with potential game-tying runs on base. “The coaches told us that the pitching staff was there, but the hitting wasn’t backing them up. After hearing that two games in a row, it sunk in, and it definitely happened when it needed to,” said right fielder D.J. Wallace. The SU Jaguars will play their final home series of the year this weekend against Grambling State on Saturday and Sunday.
crown in 2014. This past season, Banks guided Southern to a 19-13 record and the program’s first regular season SWAC title since 2003.Banks, a Shreveport native and former Northwestern State standout, is credited as the catalyst who helped restore the men’s program to prominence after suffering through several losing seasons and NCAA imposed APR penalties. Banks is here to make a change to the department as well as the game of basketball.
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Members of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. stroll in the Smith Brown memorial courtyard.
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Members of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. from LSU stroll in the Smith Brown memorial courtyard.
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Rico Love Not Performing at SU Springfest COURTNEY JACOBS PHOTO EDITER Southern University’s SpringFest Concert line up was all set to go until a misunderstanding about which artists are actually coming. Record producer and singersongwriter Rico Love was one of the artists on the lineup for the concert, until a sudden mishap. Rico Love has written many Grammy award-winning songs, but is most popular for his single, “They Don’t Know.” The single was released in August 2013 as the first single from his debut EP, “Discrete Luxury.” The situation arose from a tweet that was posted on his Twitter page, in response to another tweet. A Twitter user made a comment about the lineup for the concert and Love responded with the words “not true” with an arrow pointed at the statement. “We saw flight schedules and everything. We were just as shocked to see the tweet,” said
Jonas Vanderbilt, Director of Student Programs and Greek Life. “From my understanding he doesn’t run his own twitter page. I don’t know if his people didn’t communicate with everyone or if the message didn’t get across clearly.” Vanderbilt was swamped with text messages about the tweet, and they ultimately decided to cancel Rico Love from performing at Southern University’s Springfest. “Something in between their management and our promotions got messed up,” said Vanderbilt. Most Southern University students don’t even know who Rico Love is; because of this, the SUBR community wasn’t really affected. Olusegun Adetoba, a 24 year old senior electrical engineering major from Baton Rouge says it doesn’t really matter that Rico Love is no longer a part of the Springfest lineup. “I personally don’t even know
who he is, so it doesn’t matter to me if he’s coming or not,” said Adetoba. Kandus Knox, a 22 year old senior child development major from Baton Rouge, was also indifferent about the Love cancellation. “I’ve heard of his song, but I don’t really know who he is, so it doesn’t affect me that he’s not coming,” said Knox. Although Rico Love will no longer be a part of the Springfest lineup, other acts include Sevyn Streeter (“It Won’t Stop”), Yo Gotti (“Act Right”), and a surprise guest. The Student Choice Awards and fashion show will be held Thursday, April 24. Springfest Greekshow will be Friday, April 25 with a Wet-n-Wild Kickback held at the Pavillion. Springfest concert will be held Saturday, April 26. For more information on dates and times, contact any Student Government Association Representative. Courtesy of Twitter.com via RICO LOVE’S OFFICIAL TWITTER PAGE
May Week: Deltas hold International Fair Meagan L. Williams EDITOR-IN-CHIEF The Alpha Tau Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, Incorporated is currently celebrating their annual “May Week.” Throughout the year, The Alpha Tau Chapter puts together a series of events in an effort to educate and serve the student body through forums, cookouts, health fairs, and a plethora of community service activities, but “May Week” is the time to combine all of these events into one. On Wednesday from 12p.m.2p.m., the sorority held “New World Order” International Fair in front of the Smith-Brown Memorial Union. Members of the organization handed out pamphlets and provided helpful information to students on the benefits and adventures of traveling abroad and the experiences that can be gained. “We feel that it’s very important to get involved in International Affairs so that we can remain aware of what’s going on in the world. Southern offers so many
opportunities that students don’t know about in terms of Study Abroad programs, so we are here to give them valuable information,” said Ariel Whitney, a graduating senior therapeutic recreation and leisure studies major from Tallulah and Chair of the International Awareness and Involvement Committee for May Week. Informational packets included benefits of studying abroad including: the chance to gain a new perspective on your own country, the opportunity to learn a second language, experience a unique academic program, travel tips, and how to make the most of your experience via personal and multi media approaches. Ebony Yarbrough, a senior english major from Baton Rouge and Chair of May Week stressed five points that their week was geared toward: Educational Development, Economic Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Mental and Physical Health, and Political Awareness and Involvement. “This aspect of the week is
Meagan L. Wiilliams/DIGEST Ariel Whitney, Chair of the International Awareness and Involvement Committee showcases different aspects of the Study Abroad Experience.
our International Awareness and Involvement. One of the missions for our sorority is to inform people about what is going on not only nationally, but also internationally, ” Yarbrough stated. To provide a visual for students,
the committee compiled a poster board of students who studied abroad in China, and invited a fellow member of their organization who lived in Africa to bring cultural artifacts and attire. For more information on how to get involved in Southern
University’s Study Abroad programs, students are encouraged to visit the Office of International Affairs located on the second floor of the J.F. Clark Administration Building.
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CAESAR SMITH, JR. STAFF WRITER Jindal administration must provide feds with voucher data A federal judge ruled Tuesday that the state Department of Education must provide federal officials with regular reports on students and schools participating in the state’s voucher program. The Justice Department sought the files from the state to ensure that the implementation of the voucher program does not promote segregation - which would violate the terms of an order from a 1971 desegregation case. As Nola.com reports, U.S. District Judge Ivan Lemelle’s order, released Tuesday, requires that the state provide federal officials with lists of voucher applicants
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loan industry. The full House then passed Point’s bill without James’ amendment with a 91-5 vote. The measure now moves to the Senate for consideration. Affordable Care Act reduces number of uninsured Americans The percentage of Americans without health insurance dropped to its lowest point in six years, in part thanks to provisions in the Affordable Care Act, according to a new Gallup poll released Monday. Some 15.6 percent of Americans lacked health insurance in the first three months of 2014, down from a high of 18 percent in late 2013, according to the Gallup-Healthways WellBeing Index survey. “Obamacare appears to be accomplishing its goal of increasing the percentage of Americans with health insurance coverage,” the report said. Meanwhile, the LA Times continued its outstanding series about regional health disparities with a look at Hawaii, where near universal coverage has given residents the best health outcomes in the country. Hawaiians live longer than their counterparts on the mainland. They die less frequently from common diseases, such as breast and colon cancer, even though these cancers occur more often here than in most other states. They also pay less for their care; the state’s health care costs are among the lowest in the country.
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and information including whether they were approved for private-school funding and which school they will attend. The lists will have to be provided 10 days before the student’s families are notified of their voucher eligibility. Lemelle’s order also calls for a series of reports at various times of the year. The reports would have to include a variety of data on enrollment data and racial breakdowns at all public schools, similar data on private schools participating in the voucher program and reasons why students found ineligible for the voucher program are rejected. House rejects 72 percent APR cap on payday loans The effort to rein in predatory payday lending suffered another setback Tuesday, when the House rejected a proposal to cap payday loan interest rates at 72 percent, which is well above legal loan-sharking limits in Louisiana. Payday lenders are specifically exempted from the loansharking statute, which makes it a felony to lend money at APRs above 45 percent, allowing them to charge customers annual interest rates of 700 percent or more. Rep. Ted James, D-Baton Rouge, offered the 72 percent rate cap as an amendment to a bill by Rep. Erich Ponti, R-Baton Rouge, which gives borrowers the option to repay loans with installments if they cannot repay their loans by their due date. Ponti said James’ amendment was too harsh on the payday
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