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134 Years: 100 Years on Scott’s Bluff Meagan L. Williams EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
The Southern University and A&M College community celebrated its 2014 Founder’s Day, “Celebrating Southern University 134 Years: 100 Year’s on Scott’s Bluff.” The event-filled day on the flagship campus consisted of community worship/prayer breakfast, a ceremony at Clark’s Gravesite, and the Founder’s Day Convocation Ceremony. Five founders were honored throughout the Convocational pamphlet which included Joseph L. Clark, Octavia H. Clark, John L. Jones, Emma N. Mayberry, and James B. Moore. The Founder’s Day Convocation Ceremony highlighted as the second official centennial event of the year. University leaders, alumni, students, and members of the community all gathered in the F.G. Clark Activity Center Monday morning to remind the community of Southern’s rich history. Leon R. Tarver, Ph.D. was the keynote speaker for the occasion who embedded the illustrious history of Southern into everyone’s hearts. Tarver reminded everyone about the tragedies, fall backs, and victories that
Lupita Nyong’o wins Oscar for supporting actress Lynn Elber AP TELEVSION WRITER After a whirlwind of awards season attention for Lupita Nyong’o ended with a best supporting actress award at Sunday’s Oscars, the “12 Years a Slave” star honored the character that put her on stage. “Thank you to the academy
the university experienced even before landing on “Scott’s Bluff.” The program featured musical selections by The Southern University Concert Choir and Wind Assemble and a welcome from Miss Southern University, Ayanna Spivey. “Today’s convocation was a way to get back to the actual history of
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Southern which is something that we haven’t touched on in a long time,” said Spivey. Alumni came from near and far to support Founder’s Day including Reginald Joseph, former graduate and National President of The Southern University Alumni Federation from 1992-1996.
“Don’t forget from which you came. I’d like to see all students get involved with Alumni Affairs while at the university,” said Joseph. “They need to know that it is important to give back to their university.” President Ronald Mason ended by saying that the goal is not only to honor the memory of the founders, but to rededicate their work.
Courtney Jacobs/DIGEST Dr. Leon R. Tarver, Ph.D delivers the keynote address at SU’s Founder’s Day Convocation Ceremony held Monday, March 10, 2014 in F.G. Clark Activity Center.
for this incredible recognition. It doesn’t escape me for one moment that so much joy in my life is due to so much pain in someone else’s,” she said, referring to Patsey, the tortured slave she played in director Steve McQueen’s wrenching 19thcentury drama. She credited McQueen for bringing attention to a dark chapter in American history and the victims of slavery. “I’m certain the dead are standing about you and watching,” she said, a sentiment she expanded on backstage. “I think he’s really honored a people that really have been unsung for a really long time in doing this film,” she said. Nyong’o, who has talked about
learning as a child to accept her dark-skinned beauty, said she hoped her success would inspire other youngsters. “When I look down at this golden statue, may it remind me and every child, no matter where you’re from, your dreams are valid,” she said. Nyong’o had been considered a front-runner in a category that included Sally Hawkins, “Blue Jasmine”; Jennifer Lawrence, “American Hustle”; Julia Roberts, “August: Osage County”; and June Squibb, “Nebraska.” Among other awards, Nyong’o claimed a Spirit Award on Saturday, the day she turned 31. BEST ACTRESS Continued P3.
Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP Lupita Nyong’o poses in the press room with the award for best actress in a supporting role for “12 Years a Slave” during the Oscars at the Dolby Theatre on Sunday, March 2, 2014, in Los Angeles.
Roofing mishap causes Totty Hall blaze Lauren Johnson MANAGING EDITOR On Saturday, March 1st, around 6 p.m. Southern University’s Samuella V. Totty Hall dormitory experienced a fire on the roof. After working on the leaking overlap, workers left with an assurance that the job was done and everything was clear. Soon after, the fire department responded to an offset alarm, which was detected by the fire sensors on the rooftop. “When doing roof work there is always a possibility that there is something that can
spark a fire,” said Robert Nissen, Environmental Health Safety and Risk Management Director. Nissen finished by saying, “All procedures were followed and majority of the students that were present were properly evacuated.” “There were about 30 students present,” said Housing Director Tracie Abraham. “Students evacuated properly, abided by the rules and were patient and cooperative.” said Abraham. With the recent incident in Totty Hall, attention has been brought to the roof maintenance of all roofs on campus. TOTTY HALL FIRE Continued P3.
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SU Integrates Campus Dish Mobile App Lauren Johnson MANAGING EDITOR
Southern University’s Campus Dining and Food Services have upped their competition by incorporating the “CampusDish” Mobile Application and website to better suit the Southern University and A&M College community. Students, parents, faculty, and staff are now able to be notified about dining locations, meal plans options, and how to obtain the ultimate dining experience. The “CampusDish” App is under the supervision of ARAMARK Higher Education Dining Services and it’s website, www.campusdish.com, is managed by Southern University’s Food services. The CampusDish Mobile App allows you view and search daily menu options at both Dunn Dining Hall and Mayberry Dining Hall, and gives any student the opportunity to share the app with other sites and leave provide feedback. The menu specifically includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. More indeptly, the app allows for a calorie counting system where users can find, search and add nutritionals options within a certain calorie range. The CampusDIsh website features menus per cafeteria, the “Fresh n’ Health” Program, “4u” Program, on-campus green thread sustainability, and a meal plan wizard to help select the meal plan that best fits you.
Southern University CampusDish website includes the main CampusDIsh website which features catering, employment, buy voluntary meals and declining balance dollars, shows the food menus at Mayberry Dining Hall, Dunn Dining Hall and other food locations on campus. Lauren Jones, a sophomore biology major from Olather, KA thinks the Campus Dish App is very convenient. “Now I do not have to walk to “caf” without knowing what they have. I sometimes hate walking to the “caf” and they
have something I do not like,” said Jones. “This can save students like me time from taking many blank trips especially in the cold or rain,” Jones ended. James Williams, a sophomore chemistry major from New Orleans said that this is one thing that can make Southern University better. “I think this is a really big step for Southern. We really need more applications like this that can be made available for students to use,” said Williams. “I’ve used the CampDish app ever since I found out about it which was at the beginning of the week,” Williams ended. According to Southern University’s CampusDish. com website, Deloris Brown, Director of Dining Services gave a message to students about
becoming a getting a Dining Membership. “Dining with friends is an integral part of your college experience. Whether it’s a quick bite on the go or a casual sit-down with your friends. A meal plan makes it easy to refuel and reconnect,” said Brown. The CampusDish Mobile App and CampusDish website is very valuable to those have limited times between classes, meetings and work schedules and also has a Twitter account for updates. The CampusDish Mobile App and website are being used at universities and colleges are around the country to open the line of communication between dining services and their communities. The app is free and can be downloaded from the Applestore for iPhone and the GooglePlay store for android. For more information visit http:// www.campusdish.com/en-US/CSSW/ SouthernUniv or its national website http:// www.campusdish.com . Sources: http://www.campusdish.com/ en-US/CSSW/SouthernUniv/ http://www.campusdish.com/homeSL/ CampusDish.aspx Google Play Store
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According to Master Maintenance of Repairs Norman Jackson, there are leaking roofs in W.W. Stewart, Rodney G. Higgins, Issac Gregg’s Band Hall, the Law Center, other dormitories and the Architecture building. “When working with the state things take time,” said Jackson. When asked to explain, Jackson responded that there was once a state contract, which allocated money to the university to fix and repair buildings. “But now the ball is back into the university’s court to fix and repair the buildings,” said Jackson. When asked how many buildings were repaired under the contract, Jackson said that Lee Hall, Dunn Cafeteria and parts of W.W. Stewart were fixed. When asked about roofing inspections Jackson responded “I, along with Derrick Lee thoroughly inspect the roofs twice a year.” “When I heard the alarms, I didn’t think it was serious, because they always
go off,” said Miesha Pope, a freshman biology major from Shreveport. “Once the announcement was made that it was real I grabbed my phone and used the emergency exit,” finished Pope. Not only are students in Totty Hall concerned, but the incident has sparked theattentionofresidentsinalldormhalls. “I was away when it happened,” said Senior Computer Science major Brunna Amorim of Campima, Brazil. “I was a little scared when I heard about it, but when I arrived it had a strong smoke smell.” “My first thought was that I had so many new clothes,” said Hannah Turner, a freshman biology major from Shreveport. “I was praying that none of my stuff was burned or damaged while I was at work, and also the smell was really bad.” Students suffered from the pungent smoke smell several days later, but in all, there was no damage or loss of property.
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But she appeared shocked when her name was called Sunday. She bent over in her seat, then rose, still looking stunned, as the audience erupted with cheers and a standing ovation. “No, no, no,” she said backstage, when asked if she could have imagined receiving the honor. “I’m a little dazed. I can’t believe this is in my hands. I can’t believe this is real life.” Unlike supporting actor winner Jared Leto, who passed his Oscar for “Dallas Buyers Club” around to a roomful of reporters, Nyong’o cradled her trophy close to her elegant, ice-blue Prada gown. She referred to it as her “young man” at one point. Nyong’o, who was born in Mexico
and is of Kenyan descent, was honored for her film debut. Her parents are prominent in their own right: Her father, Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o, was an advocate for democratic reform in 20th-century Kenya and is now a senator, while her mother, Dorothy Nyong’o, is the director of the Africa Cancer Foundation. She has said her parents are taking her fame in stride, but acknowledged a special moment with her father Sunday. “I saw him after I got this young man, and he hugged me and he said, ‘Thank you,’” she said. The 86th Academy Awards aired on ABC from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, hosted by Ellen DeGeneres.
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Southern University women’s basketball Coach Sandy Pugh and her crew ended strong during the Southwestern Athletic Conference championship. After shooting the ball poorly in the first half (10-32, 31percent) and still unable to find any rhythm offensively to start off the second, it appeared that the lady Jaguars’ chances of securing their third regular season title in five years might be fading away fast unless some changes were made. Texas Southern women’s team (18-11, 15-3 in SWAC) looked to avenge an overtime loss on Jan. 6 to Southern (19-7, 16-2 in SWAC play), and seemed poised to do just that. Down by (9)nine, with just under 12 minutes to play, a media timeout was called after SU star guard Kendra Coleman, who finished with a game high 20 points, was fouled at the 3 point line. Encouraging her team to relax and stay the course Coach Pugh replied “I looked up at the clock around the 11 minute mark during a media timeout and say hey, we are OK, and we are only down 7 points. We’re good, we still haven’t played yet.” Said Pugh. The lady Jags responded immediately, sophomore playmaker Coleman knocked down all three free throws to pull the lady Jags to within six, trailing 46-40, then SU’s top
perimeter defender. Quitesha Scott provided on-ball pressure and got a steal, followed by two free throws to trim the lead to four. Until Britney Washington, who is responsible for resuscitating life back into the jam-packed F.G. Clark Activity center and igniting a fire within her teammates. “I knew I had to go out there and make some shots,” said Washington. “There was no time for frustration. Once I made that first shot, it started clicking and I started hitting (more) shots.” said Washington. After struggling throughout the game, scoring one field goal through the first 30 minutes of game action, Washington connected on her next five jump shots, finishing with 17 points. Alexus Johnson, who led TSU in scoring alongside Brianna Sydney with 14 points, made a layup with a little over 5 minutes remaining that gave the Tigers a four point cushion. SU quickly came down the court and Coleman nearly blew off the MiniDome’s roof, as the lively crowd erupted when she nailed a corner 3-point basket and got fouled in addition. She missed the free throw but the lady Jags recovered the missed free throw attempt. Senior forward Adrian Sanders, slashed to the basket and scored her first basket of the night to give SU a one-point lead with a over 4 minutes left. “Britney knocked down some shots and Kendra knocked one
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down that go us up. We fought back and started to make shots, getting to the basket, playing defense and doing what we need to do.” said Adrian Sanders. Lost in all of the late game theatrics that ended the game, was the amazing defensive pressure SU imposed upon the Tigers midway through the second half. The lady Jags held SWAC leading scorer Jazzmin Parker to 10 points on a fairly quiet night, making just 3-of-10 from the field. “We rushed shots in the first half. We slowed it down and made them play defense. We figured if we make them play defense, eventually they would start wearing down.” Which was largely in
part because of Scott, who kept Parker uncomfortable offensively throughout, she also added a team-high 33 minutes and finished with five points, six steals and three rebounds. “Jazzmin Parker is a phenomenal shooter. She has a grown man’s jumper and hard to handle. We definitely wanted to put someone on her who we think is one of the best defenders in the league, and that is Scott. We challenged her to keep going left and make her take tough shots, and I thought we did just that.” said Coach Pugh. After failing to score in the first half, forward Jasmine Jefferson also proved to be a force inside down the stretch, dominating the glass and settling down offensively. Jefferson provided
an essential rebound and put back sequence with 2 minutes to go, giving SU a 4 point lead. “We really challenged Jas to go get the rebounds. (Assistant) coach Funchess told her, ‘If you can’t score it, go get it off the rim.’ When Adrian missed the shot, her going get that put back was huge.” “I told them from day one this is our goal, regular-season SWAC champions. It’s been a long time coming. ,” said Coach Pugh. The Southern women’s first game will be at 5:30pm on Wednesday in Houston, meeting the winner of Tuesday’s matchup between the No. 8 and 9 seeded teams.
Jaguars fall to TSU on Senior Night Torrance Latham SPORTS WRITER The Southern university’s men’s basketball team lost 67-64 against Texas Southern in the F.G. Clark Activity Center in the final game of the regular season. The Jaguars’ offense erupted Thursday for their second-highest scoring output on the season en route to their fifth straight win, easily disposing of the PV Panthers (8-21, 6-11 in SWAC) 91-58. It was the first game after securing the regular-season Southwestern Athletic Championship last week. Despite the loss, which was especially disappointing to seniors Yondarius Johnson, Malcom Miller, Javan Mitchell, and Bryce Clark, Southern (19-12, 15-3 in SWAC) will still enter the SWAC Championship next week in Houston as the number 1 seed overall. “I play each game to win. Obviously we played a really good basketball team, I still think you have to get better as you go to win a conference tournament.” said Southern University coach Roman Banks. “My concern is being energized and motivated to match the other team’s energy. They were beating us to lose balls and much quicker on their feet. We tried to push back and they answered every time.” ended Banks.
Playing from behind, Southern finally took their first lead at 57-54 with 6:19 remaining, after back-to-back 3-pointers by guards made by Miller and Tre Lynch. Texas Southern responded with a 3-point shot of their own, by point guard Madarious Gibbs, then forward Jose Rodriguez followed that up with a slash to the basket to put TSU back in the lead by two. On the next SU possession, Johnson drove hard to the lane and got fouled on a made layup, giving the Jags a 60-59 advantage. The lead was short lived. Rodriguez got to the rim yet again on another drive inside, giving TSU a 61-60 lead with 3:41 to play. He created mismatches all night with his versatile play inside and out, finishing with a game high 18 points. “He’s had good nights against before. The game is about matchups, and I think he takes advantage of his matchups.,” said banks. “He’s a tall, physical guy that can get to the rim, put his head down and get his own rebound.” said Banks Both of SU’s starting big men, forward Calvin Godfrey and Mitchell, were in foul trouble throughout the night. Mitchell fouled out at a pivotal point in the game with 2 minutes to play on a technical foul, which happened to be his fifth.
Both teams traded free throw opportunities in the final two minutes, one free throw possession in particular, proved to be costly for the Jaguars. It was under six seconds in regulation, TSU leading 65-64, Gibbs took a jump shot on the baseline and missed, somehow weaving his way around the SU defense and snagged his own Astavven Cotton/DIGEST rebound. “That play was like the whole Shooting guard Malcom Miller readies to pivot into a game, we did finish.” said coach shooting position as a TSU defender tries to block. Banks. TSU guard Law Johnson-Danner, who uncharacteristically 2-for-9 from outside. “I was a little bit more nervous and came up with some key baskets in crunch time, hit both free throws to give the it was a bit overwhelming. I forced the issue too much.” said Miller. Tigers a 67-64 lead. With the victory, Texas Southern (16“We just never got it going. With it being senior night and everything going 14, 12-6 in SWAC) will head to Houston on I think we tried to do everything next week as the conference’s no. 2 seed. “We played a good team tonight that perfect instead of just playing the game.” had a lot to play for. They had a little said Johnson. Southern never got it going offensively, more juice than us in the end.” said coach Banks. shooting 36% on the night (23-64). SU men will now shift focus on their Godfrey, who leads the SWAC in field goal percentage at 56 percent, never trip to Houston next week. The regular got his rhythm after being hindered season SWAC Champs will play the by foul trouble early in the game, winner of Tuesday’s game between the shooting 3-for-9. Miller, nearly a 40% eighth and ninth seeds on Wednesday 3-point shooter (4th in the SWAC), was night at 8pm in the Toyota Center.
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RAPPER LIL BOOSIE RETURNS Meagan L. Williams EDITOR -IN-CHIEF Baton Rouge’s own “SouthSide Superstar” was released from The Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola last Wednesday. Torrance “Lil Boosie” Hatch was serving an eight-year sentence after pleading guilty to drug possession charges. The local rapper was admitted to Angola in 2009 where he began a “self-help” program that would not only assist in the betterment of Hatch, but also qualify him for early release. After completing the last class needed to finish the program, Hatch qualified for release. It wasn’t an easy road for the rapper who was involved in a messy trial of the shooting death
of Terry Boyd. The trial received a lot of attention by the Baton Rouge Community. Many remember Michael ”Marlo Mike” Louding as the teenager who accused Hatch of paying him $2,800 to murder Boyd. Between a confessional tape and an in-court testimony, Louding’s story changed; Hatch was acquitted in 2012. But it was easier said than done for the recent inmate to stay out of trouble. According to The Advocate, in 2011 Hatch pled guilty to attempting to smuggle marijuana, ecstasy, codeine, and other illegal contraband into Dixon Correctional and Angola. Although Hatch had his share of problems in prison, he was able
to take away a valuable asset, his GED certificate. Hatch will be on strict parole, which will be enforced until the year 2018. The self proclaimed ”Badazz” released “The Ride Home Freestyle” just hours after his release. Lyrics from the rap give an overview of how he felt during his prison stay, and parts of life that he missed while in prison. Lyrics from the video uploaded on YouTube include, “Shackled down from my feet to my hands/ Missing my kids, man, a feeling only I can explain.” Hatch was scheduled to speak at a press conference on Monday organized by his label, Atlantic Records and Trill Entertainment out of Baton Rouge.
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DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT Sage Edgerson STAFF FASHION WRITER Once a month, “The Style Script” will give local designers a chance to showcase their brand. Get ready to get Kreative with Southern University’s own, “Kreative Krafts.” Xo “I started knitting when I was 16 years old. My classmate taught me that one day and I’ve stuck with it ever since. I
started my own business right away and it was called “Kreative knitting.” At the time, I only knew how to knit a scarf, so that’s all I did. I starting venturing out towards hats and gloves once I mastered the scarf. Some time went by and a good friend taught me how to crochet which broadened my imagination to other things like earrings, rings, neck earners, etc. We combined our businesses into one and became “Kreative Krafts” in 2010. I
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This day in Black History:
On March 11, 1959 , Lorraine Hansberry’s “A Raisin In the Sun” opens at Barrymore Theater in New York. It was the first play by a Black woman to premier on Broadway.
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Schoolboy Q: “Oxymoron” a instant hit JALEYAH DAVIS STAFF WRITER
Schoolboy Q, formally known as Quincy Matthew Hanley, is a rapper from South Central Los Angeles, California. On his official website Hanley says, “Biggie and Nas put they a** in a blender, sprinkle some 50 and came out this n****.” Although Schoolboy Q hails from the west coast, the artists who really influence his work are the Notorious B.I.G., Nas, and 50 Cent all hailing from New York. In 2009, Hanley signed to label Top Dawg Entertainment and has since created 3 albums under the label titled “Setbacks” (2011), “Habits & Contradictions” (2012), and “Oxymoron” (2014). Hanley originally started rapping in 2007. He hasn’t been in the rap game long but his background of drugs and gangs allowed him to pursue a different outlet other than dealing crack. Hanley debuted a mixtape in 2007, titled “Schoolboy Turned Hustla.” Hanley in retrospect says the mixtape wasn’t his best work, but still caught the attention of Top Dog Entertainment to recruit him to the label, home of Jay Rock, Kendrick Lamar, and AbSoul. Hanley’s music is a representation
of having one foot in the streets and the other in the studio, as stated in the about section of his official website www.schoolboyq.com/biography. Hanley says, “Top Dawg almost kicked me out of TDE for being in the streets. Ali sat me down to talk with me to get my s*** together. He told me they saw something in me that I didn’t see in myself. That talk saved my life.” After talking with the label Hanley produced his sophomore mixtape, “Gangsta & Soul” in 2009. In Oxymoron, Hanley has 16 tracks including the single “Collard Greens” featuring Kendrick Lamar. This album is a reflection of Hanley’s background, definitely describing the ways of his crack dealing lifestyle. In “Yay Yay” Hanley says, “I’m a drug dealing n****, cause them grades ain’t get me paid. My agenda for today is to make bread or get laid.” Hanley has a track featuring SZA, “His and Her Fiend” that’s seemingly an ode. Although the song is only two minutes and fifty-five seconds long, Hanley repeatedly asks, “Can I show you the world, baby?” In Hanley’s song “Grooveline Pt. 2” featuring Suga Free he combines a subtle and mellow instrumental with raps calling out h***, “You’s a ho that’s selling booty no need to act bougie,” while emphasizing that although he’s
‘300’ follow-up conquers box office with $45M ASSOCIATE PRESS AP-US-BOX-OFFICE
With their abs aglow, the fighters of “300: Rise of an Empire” dominated the box office with $45 million in the movie’s opening weekend. Warner Bros.’ 3-D bloodbath bested 20th Century Fox’s animated “Mr. Peabody & Sherman,” based on a cartoon about the time-traveling adventures of a boy and his brilliant dog. That film opened in second with $32.2 million. The Universal Pictures thriller “NonStop” — which stars Liam Neeson and features Oscar-winner Lupita Nyong’o in her first role since “12 Years a Slave” — landed in third place in its second weekend after dominating the charts last week. Still building on its stellar release, Warner Bros.’ “The Lego Movie”
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not in the drug game anymore, he’s still about that life, “Got a sack of marijuana, think I’m ‘bout to bend a corner. Ain’t no telling who my money for, got my dope from cross the border.” All in all, Oxymoron is a diverse album that listeners would enjoy. It seems as though Hanley wanted to appeal to a varying amount of probable listeners.
In his new album, you get that trap music vibe but still the essence of a new generation of hip-hop. The Billboard rating of the album is 82 with a track-by-track review by Jason Lipshutz.
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Not seeing the Forest for the Trees: Never Give Up Hope for Truth and Light
CAESAR SMITH, JR. STAFF WRITER Many were angered over Dr. Llorens’ contract not being renewed. Our board of Supervisors did not listen to the pleas of the students, faculty, alumni, community leaders and others. Dr. Llorens is a wellliked individual. He is thorough, has follow up with issues that are presented to him and keeps his word. Everyone was concerned about what went through the Board Members’ minds as they made their decision. Through the constant uproar, Simone Bray stabilized the situation
by having a forum and rally to support Llorens and involved the student body. That was an admirable act, she dispelled notions some had who were misinformed, she did so with class and grace and she should be commended for a job well done. It was very satisfying to see everyone united for one common goal and supporting Dr. Llorens. Do not be discouraged by his departure. It is also in the best interest of this institution to be involved in the political arena of Southern University both intellectually and financially now and in the future. The board is following an agenda it may not be to the approval of what is seen in public, but there is most certainly an agenda. Do not allow any one or group of persons to stop progress. Politics often produces uncertain outcomes do not allow that to derail the progress and betterment of this institution. One may suffer many defeats, but one must never be defeated. Pay close attention to the
environment, know what opportunities there are, stand in protest for the good thing, and for what is right. Dr. Llorens has shown what a true leader is; it can be determined by the type of organization he has built, how many stood with him in protest, had no one believed in him, there would have not been any supporters. Do not feel the time and efforts spent rallying behind Chancellor Llorens are in vein. The Southern University Community needs to stay engaged, much more now than they have in the past. To give up would make all of this progress be in vein. Since I began writing this column, there has always been a desire for the students here to pay attention to the environment and politics in general. Many have said, “I do not like politics.” Well, like it or not everything in life involves it, so there is a choice to be made. The choice is to either enter the arena by will, or be thrown into it by force.
Racial Profiling: It happens to us all In light of all that occurs nationally in regards to blatant racism after the institution of slavery, I feel as though it is important to discuss racial profiling. What exactly is it? The killing of Trayvon Martin in 2012 had a heavy impact on the African-American community. George Zimmerman killed Martin due to racial profiling and Zimmerman was deemed not guilty because of the “Stand Your Ground Law” in Florida. The incident occurred because Zimmerman claimed that he was a part of the neighborhood watch team and was following Martin because he seemed suspect. Martin was walking to his father’s house in Sanford, Florida on the phone with his girlfriend wearing a hoodie with no weapons in his possession only an Arizona ice tea and a bag of skittles. Zimmerman called 911 when he sighted Martin and against instruction followed Martin, when being approached by Zimmerman led to an altercation and consequently Zimmerman fatally shooting Martin. Nationally, the “Stand Your Ground Law” differs from state to state. Essentially, the law allows for individuals to use deadly force to defend themselves without any requirement to escape from a dangerous situation. Mark O’Mara, Zimmerman’s attorney in his second-degree murder trial, successfully argued that under the “Stand Your Ground Law,” Zimmerman should be free of criminal charges.
In this instance, Zimmerman saw Martin as a young AfricanAmerican teenager up to no good and took it upon himself to “defend himself” under the “Stand Your Ground Law,” without any real evidence that Martin was a threat to him. In this case, racial profiling led to the death of an innocent young man, but we’d be undoubtedly ignorant to pretend that all Americans, regardless of race, aren’t racially profile. In fact, we profile ourselves on a daily basis when we wake up and get dressed to start off our day. For example, if I were to put on baggy sweatpants and a hoodie I would appear to look like a bum, rather than an individual who is casually dressed. If I were to wear all black, I would appear to look “emo” or creepy rather than as an individual who just likes the color black. As well as with ourselves, we racially profile others. For example, just last week in the Student Union while doing something as mundane as getting into the long Popeye’s line, I was approached by a college aged, African-American man wearing baggy jeans while sagging with his butt in open view for everyone to see paired with a baggy shirt and a jacket. I was immediately irritated by his presence because he was seemingly someone I wouldn’t associate myself with. Around 6 p.m. one night I needed to be at the Student Union for a program that I co-hosted. As a college sophomore, I don’t own a car, so I was going to walk to the Student Union from my dorm
Do you find Lil Boosie’s release significant to the Baton Rouge Community?
WATTER CRESSY MUSIC ED. SOPHOMORE NEW ORLEANS “I believe that his release is very significant to the Baton Rouge because he is one of the only rappers, well known artists that Baton Rouge can claim. He has put Baton Rouge on the map.”
CARLINE HARTFORD MASS COMM. SENIOR NEW ORLEANS “Yes, because some may see him as a hometown hero. He is what some may say the voice for the Baton Rouge Community.”
MARTIN VOLTAIRE CRIMINSAL JUSTICE SENIOR BATON ROUGE “I believe it’s good that he’s a free man but we’re putting too much emphasis on it. He committed a crime; we’re not praising that, but If he’s promoting a positive message then I would say yes, [but significant, not entirely].”
JALEYAH DAVIS STAFF WRITER room. In light of the attacks on women in Baton Rouge recently, I decided that unless I could get a ride, I wouldn’t attend the event. As I was walking down the stairs on the phone, I saw an African American college-aged man walking towards a car nicely dressed who also sounded gay. Based on what I could assess from his appearance and voice, I asked if I could be dropped off at the union, and he graciously obliged. Although I knew it was a risk to get in a car with a stranger, I was more comfortable taking that risk with a nicely dressed individual who didn’t appear to be dangerous rather than getting in a car with a stranger who resembled the guy who approached me in the Popeye’s line. I am in no way saying that racial profiling is appropriate, but we all have instances when it happens.
KIE’ASHA TATE MASS COMM. FRESHMAN BATON ROUGE “No, I don’t. I actually think he should’ve stayed locked away. Not being unsupportive or anything but the crime rate in Baton Rouge is about to sky rocket do to senseless minds.”
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