September 9, 2014

FRESHMAN ELECTIONS - First year students vie for SGA positions

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JAGUARS DOMINATE CENTRAL METHODIST

DIGEST Q&A

- Lady Jaguars Fall short - Coach Odums speaks

- Keeping the Pounds Off - NEW! DIGEST Horoscopes

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SEE A&E P. 8 & P. 9

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Commuter Parking:

Students question parking regulations

Sharpton visits SU

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Orriel Moore Staff Writer Commuter students make up half, of Southern University’s student enrollment. The population includes local first-year students that reside at home, upperclassmen living in surrounding areas, non-traditional students. A similar concern that commuter students have are the lack of convenient and sufficient parking. At the beginning of each semester commuter and noncommuter students are required to register for parking hangtags. With hangtags increasing in price each semester there is a decrease of information. When a hangtag is purchased a student isn’t given a brochure, which list the regulations and assigned parking lots, unless it is asked for. Commuters have four lots designated to them. Lots include F.G Clark Activity Center, the East Side of the Stadium (where the band practices), Lot 110 (intersection of Jesse Owens and B.A Little), and behind the P.B.S Pinchbeck Engineering building.

There is also a commuter parking site behind T.T Allian, but the first row of that parking is for faculty only. Students often question why this row is designated for staff.

“Originally the whole lot was faculty and the department decided to make eighty percent to students,” said Deputy Administrator of Southern University’s Police Department, Kevin Johnson.

Students that reside on campus are allowed to park near their

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SGA/STUDENT AFFAIRS FORUM FEATURES CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST

Alliyah Moore/DIGEST Rev. Al Sharpton visits Southern University on Thursday as a guest speaker for the forum, “The Black Male in Today’s Society.” The forum also featured Attorney Benjamin Crump, President elect of the National Bar Association.

Meagan L. Williams Sam, 84th Miss Southern University and easy to be concerned with things that are Editor-in-Chief Sara Martin, the 2014-2015 SGA Vice- going on around the country instead of On Thursday September 4, the Office of Student Affairs and the Student Government Association collaborated to host the forum, “The Black Male in Today’s Society.” The program featured special guests who included civil rights activist Rev. Al Sharpton and President- Elect and member of the National Bar Association’s Attorney Benjamin Crump.

Southern University students, staff, alumni, and members of the community all gathered in the Smith-Brown Memorial Union to be apart of the evening’s discussion. Shanice

President began the evening by reading the event’s purpose and introducing the guest speakers. “His [Sharpton] appearance was very important that night. He’s one of the greatest activists that has come to Southern University and he gave great examples of how students should show support in various ways on campus,” said Sam. As Sharpton took the stage, he pointed out key current events affecting the black community and how not only young black men, but we as a student body need to pull together and unify resources and strength on campus. “It’s so

being focused on things that are going on in your own backyard. “All of these cases [recent target killings around the world] need more warriors that are willing to stand up because you should realize that any of those young men could’ve been you,” Attorney Sharpton ended.

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Throwing SHADE

The Miss Shade Hall Pageant Mishap Lauren Johnson that the winner could have won.

Managing Editor The pageant was based off of a On Wednesday September 3, 2014 in the Shade Hall lobby, a dorm queen was crowned. Three contestants competed in the Miss Shade Pageant and were judged by the 2014-2015 SGA President Nicholas Harris, Rachelle U. Green, Director of Housing Apartments and a local clothes designer, whose name has not yet been released.

Participants were judged individually according to their opening act, spirit wear and “live after-five” attire.

Once the event was over, the scores were tallied and one was crowned.

Informants from Shade Hall say that the scores were not properly totaled, Allyah Moore/DIGEST and that there is no way possible

point system that would only allow judges to give a certain amount of points. On the following day the contestants were asked to meet. The meeting was to inform the girls that the winner chosen was not the “real” winner. According to an anonymous source, the students were asked to keep quiet about the incident. In apologetic fashion, Green informed the girls and made the original winner Miss Residential Life (a made up title) and a new representative to be Miss Shade. The names of the winners will not be released. While further investigation took place, the chain of command from Residential

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FEES Deadlines for paying fees will be September 10.

OPEN MIC NIGHT The Junior Class will be hosting an open mic night event on Thursday September 11. Open to all campus poets, singers, rappers, ect. For more information, contact a member of the Junior Class or follow on Instagram @subr_16.

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SCOTLANDVILLE COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT SU students are being asked to help with the a community service project in the Scotlandville area on September 13. For more information contact Ja’el Gordon, Coordinator for Student Organizations 771-2256 CAREER WEEK Career week begins September 15.

JAGUAR FOOTBALL Southern University will face Northwestern State University Saturday, September 13 @6pm in A.W. Mumford Stadium

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BIBLE ENRICHMENT CLASS The Way of Holiness Ministries will have Enrichment Bible Class Wednesday September 17 from 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. The location is to be announced. Follow on Twitter and Instagram @SUsWHOM or email at SUsWHOM@gmail.com for prayer requests or concerns.

CAREER DAY Career Day will be held in the F.G. Clark Activity Center on September 17 from 10:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.

STUDENT WORKERS NEEDED The SU Law Center is looking for two (2) dependable student workers, preferably freshman or sophomore, to work in the Technology department. Students must be able to work day time and/ornight time, and during the summer. Computer experience required. Interested parties should bring your resume to Law Center room 237

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK. Do you think that SU’s Greeks have a major impact on Student Activities on campus?

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Aaron Davidson Chemical Engineering Senior Shreveport

Kayla Lynette Social Work Sophomore Baton Rouge

“Yes, because they play a role as leaders on the campus of Southern University.”

“Yes, because the Greeks are always around campus. They are always lending a helping hand as well as hosting great parties.”

Tyler Wilmore Nursing Junior Missouri

Michael Richard Therapeutic Recreation Sophomore Jarreau

“I think that greeks have a huge influence on campus in that they help with lots of things and also find innovative ways to get students involved with partcipating in campus events.”

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MEET THE CANDIDATES:

Darryl Harris Candidate for Freshman Class President Chemistry Education Hometown: Greenville, MS Slogan: Suit up with Darryl!

Jessica Celestin Candidate for Miss Freshman Business Marketing Hometown: LaPlace Slogan: Join Jessica’s “Who Dat Nation,” vote Jess if you

Armond Duncan Candidate for Freshman Class President Business Management Hometown: Alexandria Slogan: Arm & Hammer: Working to keep the yard FRESH

Keltrin Burrell II Candidate for Freshman Class President Mechanical Engineering Hometown: Baton Rouge Slogan: You have to want

Tiara Johnson Candidate for Miss Freshman Chemistry Hometown: Baton Rouge Slogan: Help me turn this TIARA into a crown

Pernell Parker Candidate for Freshman Class Vice-President ELECTED Biology Hometown: Zachary Slogan: Ready to Lead, Ready to Serve

Charles Stewart Candidate for Freshman Class Senator Nursing Hometown: Baton Rouge

Nathaniel Hampton Candidate for Freshman Class Senator ELECTED Biology Hometown: Fort Worth, TX

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Jasmine Williams Candidate for Freshman Class Senator Business Marketing Hometown: Dallas, TX Slogan: If you want the best for the class, then vote for Jass

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Tuesday, September 9, 2014 - Page 3 4 Commuter Parking from P. 1 dorms. Students are concerned with locations, conditions and availability of parking. To ensure proper parking the current parking spots were repainted. “Lines by the Mini Dome were painted over the weekend of August 29,2014,” said Johnson. “They are brand new,” finished Johnson.

Students describe their parking experiences. “It is Horrible, Unconventional and inconvenient,” said Aqua Shaw, a Baton Rouge, native graduating senior Nursing major. “Especially, on rainy days having to park in the grass and mud,” finished Shaw. Mentioning a solution to an inconvenience of parking, Shaw mentioned that parking should be zoned based on majors.

This idea collaborates with Anique Spriggs, Port Allen native Senior Nursing major, “I don’t have a problem with parking,” said Spriggs.

“Except for the fact that nursing can have their own individual parking, similar to how the law students have their own, but we don’t,” finished Spriggs. Students are issued a ticket for parking violations and or towed for having more than three unpaid tickets, with the high number of tickets, student wonder where is the money being spent, because many recognize potholes in just about every parking site. When asked about where the money goes, Johnson replied specifying that “Money from tickets goes to the department,” said Johnson “The department is self-sufficient and uses the money at will to fix problem such as potholes, it is rumor that parking garages will be built,” finished Johnson.

Explaining the plans of building a parking garage Johnson goes on to say “There are some talks about building parking garages, parking lots are approximately about 15,000 dollars a space. It’s mostly a fact of sufficient funds, said Johnson. The best advice is that students should arrive earlier than their scheduled class to avoid the constant battle for a convenient parking. Until the student body accommodates all available parking no future accommodations will be made. Students should look forward to all current parking to be perfected in the coming semesters. For any more information on parking violation or designated parking sites please visit http://www3.subr.edu/supd/.

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SWAC Overall

W L W L Southern 0 0 1 1 Ark.-Pine Bluff 0 0 1 1 Tex. Southern 1 0 2 0 Alcorn State 0 0 1 1 Alabama State 0 0 1 1 Prairie View 0 1 0 1 Alabama A&M 0 0 1 1 Jackson State 0 0 2 0 Miss. Valley St. 0 0 1 1 Grambling State 0 0 0 2 ——— Saturday’s Games

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Prairie View at Mcneese State., TBA Louisiana College at Alcorn State., 4:00pm Grambling St. at Bethune-Cookman, 4:00pm Texas Southern at Central State, 4:00pm Alabama State at Mississippi State, 5:00pm Jackson State at Tennessee St., 6:00pm

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Jaguars offense obliterates the Eagles 56-14

Northwestern State at Southern, 6:00 pm Alabama A&M at UAB, TBA

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Perplexed of the threat that was ahead of them, Southern University Jaguars turned such an unknown, into a win even with no video evidence of their play-style.

The Central Methodist Eagles (0-1) took a long bus ride from Missouri to A.W. Mumford Stadium and opened up their first game of the season with a loss. The drive of the Jags at last Saturday’s game eluded into a victory and reversed the mindset of the team.

The Jags (1-1) came into their home opener with their first one and one victory under Head Coach Dawson Odums as well as first-time career touchdowns.

In Lafayette it seemed that the rain and certification ruling halted the Jags, the muggy weather did not stop the Jags but instead clipped the wings of the Eagles as they accumulated 651 yards overall and an astounding 395 rushing yards on the ground.

Kayla Foster/DIGEST Junior running back Malcolm Crockett tussles with a Central Methodist defender as he eyes the endzone. The Jaguars prevailed 56-14 Saturday, September 6, 2014 in A.W. Mumford Stadium.

Southern lab alumni, Deonte Shorts, said, “When the runners run the ball, it makes my job a lot easier.”

To make up for the detriment of performance from last week, the team made a comeback by opening up the field with surprises of all sorts.

Not only did he pass 10 for 18 with 191 yards and a solitary touchdown, but he opened the dual threat option with 68 rushing yards as when

the defenders thought he was throwing, he was sure to capture some yardage. In the first quarter alone, he engineered the offense to allow running backs, Malcolm Crockett, Reggie Travis, and Jamarckus Jones for their Jaguar career touchdowns.

Since he was eligible to play, Crockett took control of the run game for his first time at true possession and with strong opposition, he exceeded the demand when he achieved his

first 108 rushing yards and a single touchdown.

“Compared to last week, I feel that this game is a confidence builder for the next games to come,” said Shorts.

Last week standout, freshman quarterback Austin Howard, went 4 for 7 and threw for 68 yards and threw the only interception in the Jaguar season thus far and had changed roles from the past game.

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Louisiana rivals, Louisiana Tech (5-0-1) and the Southern University Jaguars (0-4) combated at A.W. Mumford Stadium, but Tech came out on top to defend their streak in a dogfight victory 2-1.

At the beginning of the season, the Jaguars have been halted by unsettling news, injuries, and most of all the, weather.

Louisiana’s incumbent hurricane season has arrived and is sending constant random showers to the home turf.

Earlier on September 6, the field was soaked by the showers and created semipotholes in which the soccer ball would get stuck in, which disgruntled the Lady Jags and set them back on strategy.

Last season during their visit to Ruston, La, the Lady Jags suffered a 0-5 loss and vengeance was on the minds of the returning players but with a slightly altered roster. Not all players knew of the hunger for the win or the casualty of a brutal loss in state.

It was certainly known of the talent that undefeated Tech offered, and in likely fashion, in the first period, defender Taylor Dennis scored the first goal.

After the first goal was successful, ball control by the Lady Jags was nill to none and six more shots by Tech was aimed towards senior goalie, Sarah Forde. Luckily she held her own because in the entire game she had six saves. Due to the rain, offensive and defensive maneuvers were difficult.

Closing the first period, Tech relinquished a large portion of their squad when eight players were subbed out.

At the clutch, the referee called off-sides

on Tech and with chasing a decision, in 11 seconds they scored another point.

On the Lady Jags side, the coaching staff was furious at the call that was made and tried to challenge the play with officials.

Upset at the tide of the decision, Head Coach Courtnie Prather accepted the call and the scored stood at 2-0.

“At the end of the day no matter how we feel, the girls know to play to the whistle, and we were a little frazzled on how they lifted the flag and we stopped for a second and that’s how they were about to get the ball in,” said Prather.

After that goal, it wasn’t long before the senior midfielder Fabiola Parra scored the first goal for the Lady Jags and opened up a stake of competition between the two teams. These goal attempts did not go without consequences because the spirit of soccer does not go without contact. Bodies were smashing into each other, shirts being pulled, with slides being enacted as calamity surrounded the field.

In the second half alone, the Lady Jags were charged with nine fouls and the struggle for points was imminent.

Tech came through with seven shots and the Lady Jags had only three shots in the second period.

Prather wasn’t on the fact that the team lost, but that the young team practiced during the spring and summer to build up discipline because that would carry them to the distance.

“Even though we didn’t get the result on the scoreboard, we got a result on how we want to play and stay disciplined on what we want to do, so this is a positive step in the right direction,” said Prather.

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Freshman mid-fielder Jessica Persico maneuvers against a South Alabama

defender during the competition held September 5, 2014 in A.W Mumford Stadium.

Laquencia Parker Megan O’Loughlin (forward), Sports Writer seniors Shawn Meach (midfielder) The women’s soccer match between the Southern University Lady Jaguars and the University of Southern Alabama team, began with a battle of defenses on Sunday, September 7 in the A.W. Mumford Stadium.

The SU Lady Jags (0-5) fended off their opponents to the best of their ability. They were unsuccessful, however, and the first goal was scored

by Southern Alabama freshman Charde Hannah. SU couldn’t hold up against the onslaught of attacks from USA, and soon after the first goal came the second, a corner-kick assist from Danielle Henley, another freshman from USA. The SU Lady Jags attempted a strong comeback during the middle of the first half, rushing the ball down the field, but the momentum garnered was put to a halt as the referee called junior forward Jami Blackston, offsides.

After three saves by SU goalkeeper and senior Sarah Forde and an offsides call against USA, the third goal of the game was scored by USA freshman Rio Hardy, assisted by Nini Rabasatt-Smith, junior, and freshman Chelsea Followwell.

After Southern Alabama established their 0-3 lead, SU substituted freshman forward Sydney Mitchell from Upper Marlboro, Maryland for Christen Blair, and SU junior from District Heights Maryland.

Blair returned this season from an extensive knee-surgery.

With 20 minutes left in the first period, Southern Alabama received another goal from Chelsea Followwell. The 0-4 lead and remaining 15 minutes in the first half provoked a substitution from USA, putting freshmen Alyssa Pejic (midfielder) and

and Emi Passini (defender) and junior Alyssa Mayer (defender).

This substitution allowed for the SU Lady Jags to gain some ground against their opponents and keep the action closer to the Southern Alabama goal.

Freshman Sophie Killip, SU midfielder from Cumbria, United Kingdom made a shot, which was blocked by USA goalkeeper Courtney Baum. After the save, Southern Alabama rushed downfield and forward Jordan Duncan made a shot that was blocked by SU goalkeeper Forde.

However, Forde was unable to block Duncan’s next shot, which created the 0-5 lead with eight minutes left in the first half.

Within the last five minutes of the first half, SU goalkeeper Forde managed to save one of the five shots taken by USA, the remaining four missing the goal.

The half ended with Southern Alabama leading SU five to nothing.

In the first minute of the second half, SUBR freshman midfielder Jessica Perisco from Ontario, Canada took a shot which was saved by SA goalkeeper Lauren Steil. The 0-6 lead came when USA player Hardy, assisted by Hannah, scored another goal. The next shot by SU was a header by senior Courtney Bahadursing.

The shot was saved by Steil.

However due to stormy weather advisory, the coach and her staff could not be reached for comment.

With 1:52 left on the clock, USA player O’Loughlin, assisted

by Duncan, scored the final point of the match, ending the game with a 0-7 lead. This game was the SU Lady Jag’s fifth game, and fifth loss of the season.

Their next match will be against McNeese State in Lake Charles, LA on Friday, September 12.

Kayla Foster/DIGEST SU coach Dawson Odums speaks to the media during the post game presser. Odums expressed his view of the dual quarterback system.

Head Coach Approves the Dual Quarterback System

Felix Cunningham III reevaluate the option of using the dual quarterback Sports Editor option.

For the past few weeks, the Jaguars used a dual quarterback system and such a system has been tried, denied, and overlooked.

Newly dubbed freshman quarterbacks, Austin Howard and Deonte Shorts, are the constituents of such a dilemma and it has been a toss up to see that will rise to take the leadership role of the pocket.

Head Coach Dawson Odums answered such a demanding answer with, “We are going to play two quarterbacks and until one of them decides who’s wearing the shirt, then we will continue to have this as an open competition.”

He continues on the accessibility of the dual quarterback system with having said, “I know at the end of the day I can play two quarterbacks and feel comfortable with the both of them.”

It has been confirmed by the coach himself.

Teams such as the Southeastern Athletic Conference, LSU, and Atlantic Coast Conference Duke have used this option to display their talents. Even a team in the NFL used this tactic after Michael Vick was released from jail; the Philadelphia Eagles used this method when he and Donavon McNabb were the quarterbacks for the team.

Against Louisiana-Lafayette even though it ended in a dominating loss, Howard made a name for himself in front of thousands of fans when he took control of the offense going 18 for 31 for 181 yards and one touchdown.

At that time, Odums and the staff had to

4 Offense Dominates from P. 4 The Eagles did not come into A.W. Mumford without a show; wide receiver Jamal Williams caught the 49 yard pass from quarterback Max Holmes to tie the game in the first quarter. Also, Kennan Onroe obliterated special teams when he ran 88 yards on the kick return for a touchdown at the clutch of the first half attributing to their last gain of points.

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“At the game against the Cajuns, you saw why I called this a competition,” said Odums.

First game jitters and disturbing issues affected Shorts in his term and he was 2 for 9 for 21 yards. Shorts then exploded onto the scene against the Central Methodist Eagles when he went 10 for 18 for 181 yards and became a dual threat when he ran for 68 yards, with no opposition, no interception, or being succumbed by a sack.

“At this game, now you see why we named Shorts a starter,” said Odums.

Shorts sat at the panel and proclaimed that he was more focused and stable at home than he was at the first game. He added by talking about overall comradary and sportsmanship between him and Howard.

“Even though it’s a competition, me and Austin don’t see it like that, we both push each other to be better. He tells me what I’m doing wrong and I also tell him what he needs to fix. At the end of the day, I want him to do good because he wants me to do good as well,” said Shorts.

Flexible player, Bryan McCain spoke on the situation from a teammate’s standpoint, “We have to be a team and the team is unselfish and we are encouraging everyone and uplifting everyone because we are a band of brothers and we know that the strength of the pack lies here is us. We have to stick together to make it through this journey and collaborate to take ourselves to the top.”

(0-2) after their cataclysmic defeat against Baylor University but they will return to A.W. Mumford when they kickoff at 6pm on September 13.

Odums captivated the media when he announced the expectations of the next game against Louisiana team, Northwestern State.

“We will be motivated to defend our home turf and I think it’s going to be one of those dogfights and I don’t expect it to be like it was last year. I believe that game will be a good test of where we are going in the season,” said Odums.

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Career Day Tips: How To Prepare: Review the list of companies in attendance and determine the companies you want to target.

Prepare your elevator speech and be able to state your interests, skills, strengths, etc. in under three minutes.

What To Bring: Multiple Resumes: You will need a copy of your resume for every company or organization with whom you plan to speak.

Portfolio/Briefcase: To store your resumes, pad, and pen as well as the literature and Business cards you will accumulate.

What To Wear Professional Dress: If you are going to the career fair from class, take the time to change to professional attire. Remember, you are selling yourself and want to put your best foot forward.

Dress in business attire: A suit is appropriate for both men and women, as is a shirt and tie for men and a blouse and skirt/dress slacks for women.

Pick up the DRESSING FOR THE INTERVIEW tip sheet in the Career Services Office.

What To Do When You Arrive: Check your coat and any extra bags you may have.

Survey the layout of the room and locate your target companies.

Quickly walk around and take note of how the company reps are engaging with the students.

Know what type of student the company is looking for and pay questions being asked.

Pick up additional literature for your target companies and review it briefly while waiting to speak to the representatives.

What To Do When It’s Your Turn: Smile, shake hands and introduce yourself. Ask the company representative about his/her company to get more information.

Answer questions enthusiastically making eye contact regularly.

Listen carefully, answer clearly and offer your resume if you are interested in the company.

Ask for a business card and thank the company representative for his/ her time.

After Your Career Fair Interview: Capture quick notes about your conversation.

Put the card and literature away and head to your next company.

Follow up on company instructions from Career Fair.

After the Fair: Send thank you letters to the company or organizations you would like to pursue.

Watch for posting on JOBS4JAGS! and apply to the posting on time.

Attend company sponsored events on campus and visit the office of Career Services.

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the ultimate weight loss methods. Running

Keyaira R. Franklin is cardio which burns fat. For my outside Staff Writer runners you have numerous alternatives.

As a college student it’s the norm to stress about your weight. Many times you may here people emphasize the freshman 15. The freshman 15 is the extra 15 pounds that one will gain during his or her freshman year. From partying to eating on campus the weight just seems to appear.

Many students concerns when dealing with weight loss, are money and scheduling.

Lets be honest college students are always on the go. According to new.health.com 70 percent of students gain weight during college. However there are numerous ways to keep the weight off while attending college.

Step 1: Partner in Crime: If you are someone that does not like to workout alone, figure out which friends have the ultimate same goal as you. Understand that someone’s motivation may drive you to do more than you driving yourself. Figure out a schedule and commit to it. Make it fun with your partner by choosing different activities to do throughout the week.

Step2: Exercise: Pick what interest you.

There are many different types of excises techniques you can choose from. Some great ones are Zumba, P90X, running on a treadmill, or even walking. Youtube is a great source for videos. Videos can be a great source of exercise, because you will be able to workout along with these videos whenever you felt like it. Take an hour of your time and turn on a video and sweat it out. Another form of exercise that is a very good technique is dancing. Dancing will tone your bodies. Running is one of

Some places that would be great would be the Louisiana State University (LSU) lake area, around Southern University, and any BREC park area. For inside runners the key suggestion would be BREC centers with track areas. Southern University A&M now has an intramural center located towards the back wing of campus. Within the facility there is a basketball court and plenty of workout equipment. According to fitsugar.com you should exercise at least five hours weekly.

Step 3: Eat Healthy: Eating healthy is critical, because your intake will show externally and it will harm or help you for the future. One good source is the foodgrouping chart; it should help you find a balance. When choosing what foods to eat one should make sure to change portion sizes. Mayberry Dining Hall has plenty of healthy dishes. From the salad bar to the stir-fry; you should be able to assemble a healthy dish. Cutting at least half (not completely) the amount of sugars and starches would be a great route. Instead of grabbing a soda choose a bottle of water.

Also in the student union there are other alternatives other than Popeye’s and Burger King. Choose a hardy meal from one of the other sections.

Joshua Mcknight/DIGEST Southern University students, faculty, and others gather at the centennial artshow to admire artwork of national known artist.

Lavarious Cotton Southern University and the director of Staff Writer the gallery.

The annual exhibition for the National Alliance of Artist from Historical Black Colleges and Universities visits Southern University for the first time. More than 24 HBCU’s were represented with a wide variety of mediums including digital, oils, acrylics, watercolors, and many more.

Artists came together with the goal of displaying their amazing master pieces to our HBCU. Amongst them were our very own Randal Henry, associate professor of Art at Southern University and curator of the event, and Robert Cox, associate professor of Art and Visual Art at

The event began promptly at 6:00 p.m., with guest entering Hayden Hall and greeted by a small band playing an arrangement of jazz based melodies.

As they proceeded to the art gallery the atmosphere was set with the chattering and excitement of everyone in attendance as the artists presented their paintings.

Along the wall was an assortment of artworks, some catching the eye with their amazing uses of color and texture.

One of the paintings were “Providence Baptist Church”, painted by Peggy Blood, president of the National Alliance of Artist

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Step 4: Staying Motivated: Keep your goals in your head. Know that a change of lifestyle will help you in the long run.

Your energy levels will be high and you will feel better as a person.

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DIGEST Q&A with Arthur Gremillion Digest: What really inspired you to

Courtney Jacobs A&E Editor write the song?

Arthur Gremillion, a sophomore here at Southern University, is making big moves. The 23 year-old from New Rose, LA, released a single on Sunday, August 24th.

The single, titled “You’ve Been There,” is the first official single from the vocal performance major.

Digest: What is the message behind the song?

Gremillion: The song simply says that ‘Even though there is so much going on, I still have a reason to lift my hands and sing this song.’ Even with all the trials and tribulations that we go through, God is still there.

Gremillion: I was at a very deep and dark point in my life to where I actually wanted to commit suicide.

The song was birthed from that pain, and now I’m delivered from all of that. I am refreshed, renewed, and restored.

Digest: Are there any other inspirations that contributed to the making of this song?

Gremillion: I think that through the everyday trials and tribulations, you have a hard time accepting who you are, especially around peers. I always had a problem with standing out even though I wanted to fit in.

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Aries (March 21-April 19) -- Choose personal time and postpone a public outing or travel. Work within the rules. Follow a hunch.

Don’t plan to do it all yourself. You’re gaining authority today and tomorrow. Watch for surprises and sidestep collisions.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) -- New directions beckon. Use what you’ve kept hidden.

Don’t go shopping until the check clears. Review your priorities. A moment of disagreement could slow the pace. Accept a nice bonus. All’s well that ends well.

Gemini (May21-June 20) -- Group participation wins results today and tomorrow.

Things don’t always go as expected. Begin planning a trip (but don’t take off yet). Be willing to compromise. Don’t antagonize your partner. Inform, clarify and listen.

Cancer (June21-July 22) -- There’s more work arriving. Consider accepting more responsibility today and tomorrow. Base a gamble on experience. Don’t choose the most difficult path or discuss plans. Reserve strength. Play with friends and family.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) -- Today and tomorrow are great for travel. With discipline and planning, you can go anywhere. A new direction beckons. Use what you’ve just learned. Keep alternate routes in mind, just in case. Study your destination.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Take disciplined action regarding family finances and advance farther than expected today and tomorrow. Study your hunch... it could work.

Sign papers and file them. Compare new features.

Don’t talk about it. Get moving.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) -- You can do anything you set your mind to. Listen to your partner. Collaboration brings fruitful results today and tomorrow. Learn from a strong leader. Put your back into it.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) -- A new project demands attention today and tomorrow.

Talk doesn’t go far... action’s required. Apply discipline to time management this week, and rely on your schedule. A bonus is available.

You’re the stabilizing influence.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) -- Assert your opinion without clashing with an authority figure. This requires an attitude adjustment. The practical can also be comfortable. Love is the

priority today and tomorrow. Practice something you’re passionate about. Emotional release provides freedom.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan.19) -- Imagine a firm foundation. Strengthen your household infrastructure. Take on a project with enthusiasm.

Quiet determination gets it done. A disruption or surprise distracts... stay flexible. Follow an expert’s advice, and prepare for a party.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb.18) -- You have a knack for putting words together today and tomorrow. Write but don’t publish. Study and research. Embrace a new phase in leadership.

Discover a lost treasure in the process. Don’t let financial constraints stop you.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March20) -- The next two days are good for making money. Assume responsibility. A loved one offers support. Act on what you hear. Keep watching for openings.

Not all directions progress. Persistent action gets results.

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from Historical Black Colleges and University, which was a spiritual painting based on a small Baptist church in Jamaica and focused on the beauty of women, and ” African School Girl” painted by Joseph Anthony Pearson, a graduate of Jackson State University and self proclaimed social realist, which was based on the kidnapping of over 200 African school girls and displayed the aggression and darkness of the kidnappers. In attendance was our very own chancellor, Flandus McClinton, in full support of the exhibition and its artist.

“I feel special to be here among all these astounding artists,” conveyed McClinton.

The gallery director, Cox was excited about the turn out, being that more people attended than expected. Cox, along with many others, worked hard to prepare for the three day long exhibition.

“I hope that everyone in attendance are genuinely inspired, motivated, and uplifted by the amount of talent displayed here tonight,” said Cox. “True artists put in extraneous amounts of time, money, and effort into their work and it’s a must if you intend to succeed,” finished Cox. Although some students were in attendance for a specific grade, they actually enjoyed the exhibition.

“I could feel and see the soulfulness that each artist presented in their work,” said Taylor Washington, a 19 year old sophomore biology major from Pine Bluff, Arkansas.

Some students who are self proclaimed artist and have not yet shown their talents were moved to go to the next level in their work. “ Being here inspires me with ideas to put forth in my work maybe event have some of my work displayed here one day,” said Jada Robinson, a 19 year old Sophomore urban forestry major from Amite, Louisiana.

More exhibitions are in planning for the near future, hopefully with the same success.

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Going to college is still worthwhile financially, study says Walter Hamilton Los Angeles Times Going to college is still a worthwhile financial investment despite soaring tuition costs and burdensome student debt, according to a new government study.

From 1970 to 2013, the average college graduate has earned about $64,500 a year versus $41,000 for someone with only a high school diploma, according to the analysis by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

Over a full working career, total earnings of the average college graduate topped those of a high school graduate by more than $1 million, the study found.

“Once the full set of costs and benefits is taken into account, investing in a college education still appears to be a wise economic decision for the average person,” the study concludes.

But the picture isn’t nearly as bright for college students as it may seem.

The comparative value of a college degree is due partly to

the steadily declining fortunes of high school grads rather than to sunny prospects for those attending college.

In fact, in the past dozen years, annual salaries for those with bachelor’s degrees have fallen 10.3 percent, according to the New York Fed. That’s even worse than the 7.6 percent drop for high school grads.

It’s unclear why college students have fared so badly, a l t h o u g h the sluggish employment market for recent graduates has been well chronicled.

“The average wages of college graduates have been falling for the better part of a decade, with the pace of decline accelerating after the Great Recession,” the study says.

The study also found that college grads majoring in fields such as engineering, math and computers, and health care outearned those studying liberal arts or education.

“Not all college degrees are an equally good investment,” the report said.

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Answers will be published in the September 16th issue of the DIGEST.

4 Q&A from P. 9 It’s just something that God wants me to do—be a light to people.

Digest: Where did you write the song?

Gremillion: It was actually birthed here on Southern University’s campus.

The words just came to me. I ran from Higgins to the music building with three other people, taught them their parts, and there was the song. I recorded the song a year later.

Digest: Why did you wait so long to record the song?

Gremillion: I originally had no intention of recording it, but when I told Courtesy of Arthur Gremillion people it was my testimony song they would say ‘Well why you don’t record it?’ So really, I had no idea of recording

it until then.

Digest: Do you plan on releasing another single or an album eventually?

Gremillion: I do plan on releasing another single to let people know that I am working toward something. I am working on an album that will hopefully be released the summer of 2016.

Digest: Do you have anything else that you would like to say?

Gremillion: Just a few words of encouragement: At the end of the day, you have to know that God is there, even though you can’t see Him. You can’t see Him but you can feel His presence. Have faith. No matter what the situation is, keep striving, keep going, and keep moving forward

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COMMUNITY SPEAKOUT Do you think Rev. Al Sharpton’s presence is significant to the black community?

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Visitation on Campus “This is just ridiculous”

When it comes to love

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That you wanted to last 4ever Hoping that no one gets between you And divides your time 2gether As I see all you need is honesty With some trust strength and loyalty

Brandon K. Dumas, Ph.D. Baton Rouge Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs & Enrollment Management

“Reverend Al Sharpton’s advocacy for the underprivileged and underrepresented across this country has empowered the black community in every way. Where ever injustice against our people has emerged, Sharpton’s presence has been felt. We are thankful for his leadership and sacrifice. ”

So that when you put it 2gether the sum would be All of me that you need My ladies want to be referred to as a dime piece Or a 5 star chick But the thing I need Is a woman who doesn’t need a value system to know what her true worth means Because beauty is only skin deep And a pretty face with a bad attitude can take that beauty down 6 feet Let’s say you were the 1 for me Do we follow Dru Hill and take the 5 steps to eternity?

Or do we just go back to one like Brian McKnight?

But in all reality Or at least how I see The only number that matters right now is 3

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“You have to put things in the forefront so people can see.

Some people may dislike him or think he’s stirring up trouble but I think if you dont have an agitator you won’t get things done.”

Because I only date girls that are into threesomes And no I’m not talking about another girl I’m talking me you and God So we will both have common ground to lean on

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Throughout my life I have always been the one to follow the rules, but sometimes when rules are ridiculous people expect you to break them. Southern University’s visitation policy is one of the most ridiculous things I have experienced.

First of all when school begins you are not allowed to have visitation from the opposite sex. That group project you need to work on? Not going to happen unless you sit in the noisy first floor lobby with everyone else.

During mid-October visitation is finally granted, but not without ridiculous rules.

This policy applies to all residence halls except for the University Apartments. The visitation policy allows you to have one person of the opposite sex in your room between the hours of 3 p.m. and 12 a.m. as long as they are signed in with the office.

In order to sign that particular person in you both must have a Southern University ID and phone numbers. You give the Residential Assistants your ID and information and you can go to your room.

You are now responsible for this person and anything they do, as if they were your child. Well you may ask yourself what if my boyfriend or girlfriend does not attend Southern, what do I do? The answer is “nothing.” Your boyfriend or girlfriend will not be able to visit unless you again plan to

sit in the noisy first floor lobby. Well what if your family member of the opposite sex would like to visit you, can they? The answer again is “no.” They must have a SU ID. When I lived in one of the residence halls my cousin who lived in Lafayette bought me groceries, but because he was a man he was not allowed to help carry my groceries to the third floor. This is what I mean by ridiculous.

Most of the students who attend Southern University are grown (18 or older), so why are we not being treated as adults? We are in college, so we must have some kind of common sense. “Your mama and daddy did not send you out here for a boy” is a common phrase I heard when girls broke the rules and were caught with someone in their room.

We understand that we were not sent to college for a girl or boy, but as long as our GPA is good and we are going to classes we should be able to make adult decisions.

I understand that the policy is there to increase safety, but is it really increasing safety? If something happens to a student who has a visitor signing that visitor in or out will not change what happened. It is also will not help anyone find the truth in the situation. It will still be a he say she say matter. Southern University’s Department of Residential Life and Housing should let the students be adults and trust us to make adult decisions while living on campus.

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Daryl Parker Psychology Freshman

“I do feel that Rev. Sharpton has a significant impact on the black community in that his name has been a part of history and a part of so many significant events that are relevant to the black community.”

Shanice Sam Biology Senior Maurice

“I do believe Rev. Al Sharpton has a great impact on the black community today. He is a great activist and I feel that he is very inspirational and someone the black community can look up to.”

For decades following the establishment of Historically Black Colleges and Universities there was a sense of triumph that blacks would realize that they’d become apart of a place that focused on the betterment of their education and life experiences. Today we struggle with simply convincing some blacks to even consider applying to an HBCU. Some who may not budge because they realize they don’t want to deal with the unorganization, often times, unprofessionalism, and the lack of effort put into the schools by the ones who cash the institution’s checks.

These issues can take a toll on anyone who invests time and money to such a place. Chiefly, Southern University has its share of issues waiting to be resolved.

Any student of Southern University can attest to the many problems that we are dealt during our enrollment.

More important than construction projects, financial aid hassles, and the nonendorsment of healthy diets, we face issues that are deeper than the surface.

Getting right to the point, all I say this...

Disunion and unconsciousness.

If this is college, the place where people are cut from many different cloths come to meet, learn together, educate one

Why is it that students often forget or have no knowledge completely of what it means to be apart of an HBCU? Who forgot to remind us all of why we are here? Because sometimes my peers need a vivid reminder. Sometimes it is taken for granted the opportunities that we posses being apart of are made just for us. There is a lack of pride, for who we are and what we are here to become. There is a lack of determination, for wanting more for ourselves and the place that we’ve chosen for higher education. No one is eager to represent this university not only by fashion and popularity but by the knowledge they acquire while being enrolled and by being examples of what they’ve been enlightened on.

One substantial example of the disregard for awareness on this campus is that more than half of the student body won’t even read this article. The closemindedness is a slap in the face to the progression of this university and the progression of this generation of black folks. This school isn’t a large one so there shouldn’t be any excuse for it not to be a more closeknit community particularly with everyone sharing a few common goals: respecting what it means to be at an

lifestyles and study habits, and overall progression of this university.

It becomes more evident everyday that this generation is looked down on as “the lost generation”. It goes without saying that our parents’ and grandparents’ generations are the ones voicing this opinion, which is a vain one may I add, seemingly because they are the ones who are supposed to be guiding us in life. We cannot become our parents and grandparents, we cannot make the mistake of omitting to show and prove.

We have a special obligation as young college students and as young black people to reevaluate ourselves and open our minds to the things that will expand it profoundly. Hopefully starting with this article, thoughts will be provoked and new, beneficial habits will manifest.

We need to keep Southern University and all HBCU’s alive, strong, and consisting of scholars. We need to gain a sense of pride for being chosen by a higher power to have a Black college experience.

A revolution can start with us, here, at this institution. All we need to do is remember the purpose and live accordingly.