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ALUMNI CORNER Describe your most memorable moment while at Southern University.

“My most memorable Southern experience is when I graduated with highest honors as Summa Cum Laude (3.949 GPA) and Chief Student Marshal in the 1986 summer commencement. Both of my parents, Coach Robert ‘Bob’ Bennett and Altamease Bennett, sat on stage and were introduced.

Yolanda Bennett Jones (B.S. Computer Science,1986)

This commencement ceremony will always be special to me not only because of my high academic achievements but also because I had the honor of being introduced by both Dr. Dolores Spikes, our first female university president, and by Dr. Wesley McClure. Both of these individuals have each left legacies that will forever be remembered at SU as well as in this nation as a whole. Today, the honors college on SU’s campus is named in honor of Dr. Spikes.

I’m forever proud to be an alumnus of THE Southern University and A&M College.”

“My most memorable moment at SU would be when I was in the SU Gospel Choir my first year on the yard back in Fall 1998.

We had a gospel showcase on the campus of Alcorn State University and the same weekend we attended the game as well.

Osee Anderson 2002/2003 Graduate Mass Communication (Broadcast)

This would be a game that I will never forget, the campus was covered in blue and gold and we was the away team. On this day I find out what the true meaning of what the Jaguar Nation really meant.

When we got into the game the seats on the away side was sold out so we had to sit on the home side next to Brave fans. The whole game they kept talking about our band and how bright the dancing dolls were. We ended up winning the game and the Brave fans was not happy. This would be my most memorable SU moment.”

“Fall 99 in this thang! Hot Boyz! Juvenile, Lil Wayne! The entire Cash Money! My freshman year at that! After that I knew SU was indeed going to be on 10 from then on... and since then they have! No lies told, There is NO Homecoming like a Southern University Homecoming!”

Tuesday, October 3, 2017

1972 And Now: What’s Really Changed Since Then?

BY NAJERI EVANS

SOUTHERN DIGEST - STAFF WRITER

“You know why it’s called the Smith-Brown Memorial Union, right?”

Wrong. Most students know the overall scheme of things, that the Union was named after two guys who were shot and killed protesting. However, the story is a little more complicated than the result of civil unrest.

The story begins when Psychology Club students were denied office space, under the impression that they were being penalized for their ambitious social activism.

As a result, Students United, an organized mass of students in opposition to administration for a lack of care for the student body, emerged.

They compiled a list of grievances and demands for change, as well as called for the resignation of then university President, G. Leon Netterville.

When their demands were not met, protests heightened, and a boycott of classes began.

Fast-forward to November 16, 1972. After about 150 unarmed students marched to the administration building during protesting to speak with the President, he was escorted out by security. The Baton Rouge Police along with the National Guard were summoned.

In an alleged attempt to shoot tear gas, white sheriff’s deputies shot and killed two students, Denver Smith and Leonard Douglas Brown.

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Following the shooting, Students United accused Governor Edwin Edwards and President Netterville for conspiracy of the murders of Smith and Brown.

After investigating the shooting, two separate panels concluded that Smith and Brown were killed by gun blasts fired from a law official.

The shooter was never identified. The panels also related the incident to similar ones at Jackson State and Kent State Universities.

Sound familiar? In 2017, young black students still face the same harsh reality of being killed by a police officer as did those in 1972. Our hashtags are their memorials.

In both eras, people standing up for what they believe, resulted in unnecessary deaths. Oppression is timeless, and death is forever. After police killings today, we protest. In 1972, student demonstrations appeared for up to three weeks after Smith and Brown were murdered.

The more things change, the more they stay the same.

History repeats itself, and similar to how police are rarely indicted for brutalizing and killing black people today, the officer that killed Smith and Brown faced no legal action.

Oddly enough, Governor Edwards defended the law officials then with the excuse that they were “scared to death.” Ironic how they were scared to death but still breathed life, and police today defend their murders with the same line.

Times have changed, but only in number.

Rest in Peace to Leonard Douglas Brown and Denver Smith; for them we continue … the struggle.

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The Sentinal of an Enlightened Student Body FALL 2017 DIGEST STAFF “Fall’73/74. Serving as Yearbook Editor for the Jaguars was a great pleasure and unforgettable times as events happen and took place on the “Yard” from playtime, lunching and dining, playing sports and just watching students enjoy life on the campus and addressing the issues of the times.”

Raymond J Love (B.S. Art Education, 1974) * Disclaimer: The views expressed in this “Viewpoints” page are solely the writers opinion and in no way reflect the views or thoughts of the Southern DIGEST or the Faculty, Staff or Admnistration.

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Former Miss Southern’s Speak Out: A Timeless Tale

BY JACQUELINE MORGAN

SOUTHERN DIGEST - STAFF WRITER

As the face of Southern University and a prominent figure that upholds beauty, talent, intelligence, and poise, Miss Southern University reigns as the student-appointed queen of the institution.

Miss Southern University is a title that has been given to young women of the university who embody such qualities for decades. This tradition dates back to 1929, when Lenora E. Jones-Washington reigned as the very first Miss Southern University.

The experience is said to be different for each queen, as history now holds 86 former Miss Southern Universities, while the 87th, Felise Thompson-Doyle is currently in her reign.

Many people wonder, what is it like to be Miss Southern? Does the title change who you are as a person? What truly lies underneath the crown?

For Kenya Warren-Hollins, the 81st Miss Southern University, the experience was a dream come true.

“I had a pretty amazing experience,”

Campus Headlines says Hollins of her 2010-2011 reign.

During her time as Miss Southern, she was given the opportunity to network with community leaders and fundraise over WARREN-HOLLINS $15,000 for St. Jude’s efforts, the most any HBCU has ever raised for the children’s hospital.

Those efforts, however, do not reflect the challenges she faced transitioning into the role.

Hollins says, “The position helped me grow into the best me, not necessarily change me but it definitely prepared me for life after Southern.” With acknowledgement of the personal growth that being a student allotted, her reign was one she will never forget.

“If I could go back, I would have did more. I would have put on more events to raise more money and just been a little bit more active in the community to just highlight the great things that we do at Southern,” admitted Hollins.

The 86th Miss Southern University, Corinne Vaughn had an experience quite dissimilar during the 2016-2017 school year.

The year proved to be eventful for the university as a whole, but she claims it to have been exceptionally trying for her.

During her reign, Vaughn gained her spot as the number one HBCU Campus Queen of 2016, a title earned through EBONY Magazine. She spearheaded initiatives such as hygiene drives, teddy bear drives for Our Lady of The

Lake Children’s Hospital, and inspirational speaking engagements for surrounding high school students.

Although she left a lasting impression, Vaughn says, “My experience as Miss VAUGHN Southern University was everything I would have never imagined... I contemplated giving up the crown, but then I remembered who I was doing it for: the students.”

The events that led to this outcome include alleged acts of harassment from the administration and other faculty of the university.

Miss Southern University is granted many privileges during her reign, many of which Vaughn alleges were denied to her. “My reign was a bumpy and difficult one because I did NOT conform to the views and opinions of administration.

What the students stood for, I stood for.

What the students wanted to say, I said,” claimed Vaughn.

Though the experience was different for both queens, they each offered a word of advice for future Miss Southern University candidates.

Hollins stated that being on such a platform in front of the entire student body can be stressful. “Always be yourself, remain humble, and remain positive throughout the entire experience.”

Vaughn said, “You are Miss Southern University for one year. You are yourself for a lifetime. Never compromise that for anything or anyone.”

Sidewalk Construction vs. Homecoming 2017

BY CHRISTINA WHITE

SOUTHERN DIGEST - STAFF WRITER

The unfinished construction project lining the sidewalks of Elton C. Harrison Street will still be underway during this year’s homecoming festivities.

Leading the construction process since July 2017, are Title Three Infrastructure Director and Facilities Planner, Kestee Weir III, Lead Project Architect, Kim Ross and owner of The Luster Group, contractor, Floyd Luster Jr. According to Weir, sidewalk construction will not largely disrupt this week’s homecoming activities, however, he is not sure how tailgating will be affected.

The streets will be fully accessible, with the exception of barricaded areas that are currently under construction.

The biggest concern is the safety of students. All debris and equipment will be removed to prevent injury.

Luster says the street will be as clean as possible. He also says concrete will be poured from the bookstore to Harding Boulevard on Friday, if weather permits.

He plans to have all of the sidewalks completely poured and almost finalized, within three weeks, following homecoming.

After the last home game, an asphalt contractor will repave E.C. Harrison Street, Harding Boulevard and Jesse Stone. The parking lot and crosswalks will be restriped. Americans with Disabilities, (ADA) Signage for vehicles will be addressed as well.

Luster stated, “My main goal is to give them a good product...to completely meet my contract obligations and make sure the sidewalks are ADA compliant.”

He also expressed excitement for future projects. Weir vouched for his competency adding, “We couldn’t have gotten a better contractor.”

The design process began around December 2016.

Following a lawsuit filed due to the

A completed sidewalk along E.C. Harrison Street. The construction project has a projected completion date of December 2017. (Brandon Tucker/DIGEST) lack of handicapped accessibility on campus, a federal judge placed the university under a federal consent decree, which states that all university facilities and streets must meet the (ADA) requirements. The university has attorneys and an ADA coordinator to oversee the renovations. Failure to adhere to ADA standards could result in additional lawsuits and repercussions from the federal judge. The construction includes improving the sidewalks, curb ramps, crosswalks and street overlay.

Weir is satisfied with the process, saying “So far construction is on schedule and everything’s going smoothly.”

Each of the men are aware of the inconvenience that current construction is causing, however, they are confident in the process and their strength as a team to provide quality facilities for the student body.

They are all alumnus of the university.

Ross is seeking to improve the planning process for future projects. As a former Architecture professor at the university for 15 years, Ross said he better understands the minds and concerns of the students.

He says he understands the need to renovate the campus as necessary, with “minimal interruption” to the learning process and environment of the students.

His goal is to “give the best product to the students because that’s what it’s all about.”

He also stated he has an open door policy, as he would like to know how the students feel about projects.

The deadline for the completion of demolition and construction of the sidewalks is December 31, 2017, although Weir does not anticipate it taking that long.

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History of Southern University

BY ROCELYN HAMILTON

SOUTHERN DIGEST - STAFF WRITER

As the nation’s only historically black college system with five campuses in Louisiana’s three largest cities, Southern University and A&M College (SUBR) has a rich history that is filled with pride, excellence and resiliency.

Southern originally began in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1880, after a group of black politicians, P.B.S. Pinchback, Theophile T. Allain, and Henry Demas petitioned the State Constitutional Convention in 1879, in order to establish an institution of higher learning for “colored people.”

The following year, Southern came into existence and was chartered on April 10, 1880, with the passage of ACT 87 of the Louisiana General Assembly, which allowed the establishment of an institution of higher learning for African Americans.

Southern officially opened their doors on March 7, 1881 on Calliope Street in New Orleans.

The university had twelve students, five faculty members, and a budget of $10,000. It remained at that location until 1883, and then relocated to Magazine Street and Soniat Street Square.

The first courses at the institution were pre-college level. Eventually, college level courses as well as career training were added.

A significant development occurred in 1890, with the passage of the Second Morrill Act of 1890, which allowed Southern to be designated as a land-grant institution and establish an Agricultural and Mechanical Department. It was during this year that the institution was officially renamed Southern University and Agricultural & Mechanical College. The university relocated again to Scott’s Bluff in Scotlandville, Louisiana, facing the Mississippi River just north of Baton Rouge. The land that was purchased for the new location was sold for only $5,764.27.

The school reopened March 9, 1914 under the presidency of Dr. Joseph Samuel Clark.

Dr. Clark was the first president at the new SUBR location. During his tenure, the university continued to develop and expand. Enrollment of students went from 47 to 500, degree offerings were extended to four years, and the colleges of the Arts and Sciences, as well as the College of Education were developed during this time.

President Clark retired in 1938, and his son, Dr. Felton Grandison Clark succeeded him, presiding until 1969.

Enrollment continued to increase, growing to nearly 10,000 students. 33 of the 114 buildings were built during this time.

In 1947, Southern was authorized to open what is now called the Southern University Law School, when LSU’s Law School refused to admit African Americans.

Still during Clark’s tenure, Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO), in 1956, and Southern University at Shreveport (SUSLA), in 1964, were both established as branches, in addition to the Graduate School in 1957.

Dr. Felton G. Clark was succeeded

by Dr. G. Leon Netterville, and the Southern University System was officially established in 1974.

Today, the SUBR campus has roughly 6100 students, 47 buildings, and is thriving under the leadership of system President-Chancellor, Dr. Ray L. Belton.

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Jaguar Sports

Tuesday, October 3, 2017

Jaguars Win: Top Fort Valley

Freshman quarterback, John Lampley, rushes past a pair of Fort Valley defenders on Saturday, September 30 at A.W. Mumford.

(Arnita Dove/DIGEST)

BY DEVIN HADRICK

SOUTHERN DIGEST - SPORTS WRITER

This past Saturday on The Bluff, the Southern Jaguars entered their third nonconference game of the season against Division II Fort Valley State Wildcats. After a hardfought loss against Alcorn State last week, Southern’s main goal was breaking the losing streak.

In the first quarter, the Jaguar offense came out strong scoring two of the Jags’ first three touchdowns. The Jaguars struck quickly with a trick play involving wide receiver (WR)

Cameron Mackey, resulting in a 62 - yard touchdown.

Southern scored another touchdown by way of running back (RB) Jamarqueza Mims, who caught a 7-yard passing touchdown. The third and final touchdown came from a punt return brought back by cornerback, Danny Johnson.

Under the helm of Austin Howard, Southern came out clicking on all cylinders, having 158 total yards in the first quarter.

Midway through the second quarter, Howard leaves the

game limping, from a slight Achilles pull.

“He can see that his timing is off, he’s a little rusty because he missed a lot of time,” Odums said. “I think he’s going to get that timing back this week and we’re going to try and see if he can be out there a little bit more,” he continued.

Coach Odums also stated that he will be able to play during the homecoming game against Alabama A&M, but until then freshman QB, John Lampley, was placed into the game to relieve Howard of his duties.

The defense came out a bit sluggish in the first half, allowing their opponents to drive down the field scoring a touchdown on their second possession of the game. The Wildcats did not score again until early in the second quarter, with a five play 21-yard scoring drive.

At the end of the half, Southern led the game 14-21 with a total of 207 yards of offense, while the defense allowed their opponents to have 128 yards of total offense.

See JAGS WIN page 5

Notable SU Sports Alumni Rich Jackson Mel Blount Bob Love Avery Johnson Bobby Phills Rickie Weeks Jerry Wilson Lou Brock

Fouls, Force And Fire: Lady Jags Face Swac Rival Grambling State In Weekend Conference Play

BY DANTE THOMAS

SOUTHERN DIGEST - SPORTS WRITER

On October 1, the Southern University Lady Jags, faced off against the Grambling State University (GSU) Lady Tigers in their fourth game of the Southwestern Athletic Conference stretch in the GSU soccer complex.

With Southern University currently 0-2-1 in the record books, the Lady Tigers are 3-0-0.

Even with this advantage, the Lady Jags gave the Lady Tigers a run for their record. Southern University fell behind in short advantages, 13-5, but the Lady Jags held their line together and did not let their opponent dominate the goal.

Southern University Head Coach, Jeremy Fontenot, says, “We knew going into this game that we would have to work a little harder, and we did and it definitely showed.”

Within the first six minutes of the game, Janee Harris of Grambling State, made her way through the Lady Jag halfline to overshoot the top of the Jags cross bar.

The Lady Jags, shot back at their rivals when sophomore forward, Taylor Coleman, carried the ball up the field to shoot at the Lady Tiger goal. The shot

was slightly inaccurate and was saved by Grambling’s, Jordan Woodward.

After 27 minutes of back and forth action on the field, Grambling forward, Florence David, attempted a header but was intercepted by senior goalkeeper, Kendra Lewis.

This game took a turn when Grambling State forward, Jasmine Smith, and Southern University’s goalkeeper, Kendra Lewis got into an altercation leading to a yellow card for both players.

This type of play continued throughout the game as the long time rivals went into double overtime, resulting in 17 fouls and 3 yellow cards for Southern University and 15 fouls and 3 yellows cards for Grambling State.

“We don’t condone that type of behavior. These girls know that you have to stay calm to win a game and not let frustration distract you,” Fontenot says.

Within 31 seconds of the second period, Grambling State forward, Kaylee Holt, flew past Southern’s midfield and drove the ball right outside of the goal line but was overshot.

Grambling continued to dominate the ball for the next four minutes, shooting another 3 missed shots at Southern’s goal. An offsides call against the Lady

forward, Taylor Coleman, a face off against Grambling’s goalie, shooting the ball right into the goal line.

A now tied game of 1-1 in the ending moments of the second period drove the opponents to bring out their absolute best playing strategies.

By overtime, 91 minutes into the game, Southern forward, Sophia Zavala, received the second yellow card of the game.

Grambling State quickly followed suit, getting a yellow card of their own caused by midfielder, Kaitlin Parody.

DIGEST ART With no points scored in the additional ten minutes of game time, each team was Tigers gave the Lady Jags an attempt at given an additional 10 minutes to attempt ball control, but it ultimately lead to a to break the current one to one tie. foul on Southern.

Fighting over the ball added two At the 67 minute mark is when the game additional fouls, one and one for each became intriguing as a corner kick by side.

Grambling forward, Jasmine Smith, was When Southern goalkeeper, Kendra retrieved by Kaylee Holt, who assisted Lewis, was given the last yellow card for the ball back to Smith for the first goal the night for retaliation, she was removed of the game. from the game and was substituted with Attempting to go back to back, Holt midfielder, Abby Farias. continued her attack with another wide With their main goalie pulled out of shot right outside the goal. the box, Grambling state’s, Florence The action continued on when Grambling defender, Florence David, See SOCCER page 5 received a yellow card allowing Southern

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Making of A.W. Mumford Stadium

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BY ARAINA ATKINS

SOUTHERN DIGEST - SPORTS WRITER

A. W. Mumford Stadium, formally known as University Stadium, was established in 1928. The stadium was renamed in 1982 after Southern’s legendary coach, Arnett “Ace” W. Mumford. Mumford coached the Southern Jaguars from 1936 to 1961, for 25 seasons, leading them to win 10 SWAC championships. He held a record of 180 wins, 60 losses and 13 ties.

A Portrait of Southern University History, Achievements, and Great Football Traditions, written by Everett D. Gibson, tells us about one of the greatest coaches in Southern’s history.

In 1935, Mumford coached for the Texas Steers who competed against the Southern Jaguars that were being coached by Coach Purnell at the time. Mumford’s team lost to the Jaguars, and as a result, the team stole items out of the dormitory that they were staying in. Before departure back to Texas, Mumford was informed by Southern coaches about items being missing in the dorms. He made his team get off of the bus and each player was searched. When the President of Southern, J.S. Clark, learned about the situation, he was impressed by Mumford and

DIGEST FILE appointed him Head Football coach stating, “This is the kind of coach we need at Southern.”

Mumford was always looking for ways to improve the football program at Southern. Although he was unable to attend most of the national football clinics, he would go to the hotels where major coaches were staying and pick up knowledge from the most renowned coaches.

Former player and director of athletics at Southern, Emery Hines stated in a Blitzer Article,“[Mumford] was a perfectionist,” he says, “A typical work day started around 6:00am and lasted until late at night.”

One alumni by the name of Phillip Smith Sr. remembers playing for A.W Mumford saying, “One word to describe playing for A.W. Mumford is proud.” He was an academic All- American before graduating in 1965. When asked about the

lessons he learned from A.W. Mumford, he said, “He taught us what would last for the rest of our lives.”

A legendary game played at University Stadium (A.W. Mumford Stadium) was the Grambling Tigers against the Southern Jaguars in 1960.

Mumford’s plan to defeat Grambling was to score often and then play defense the rest of the game. He created a play called the “Speedy Special,” named after Southern’s then running back, Robert “Speedy” Williams.

In practice, Coach Mumford made the Jaguars run the play thirty-two consecutive times and called for the “Speedy Special” less than one minute into the game. “Speedy” Williams ran 78 yards untouched. The final score of the night was Southern 16, Grambling 6. When asked why he didn’t run the play again, Mumford replied with “I got all I

wanted out of that play.”

In the 1950s, the Jaguars became the team to beat. The larger games were played in Downtown Baton Rouge at Memorial Stadium. Due to complaints from students, in 1958, the state Legislature approved the funds to expand the stadium from 5,000 seats to 20,500 seats.

On September 25, 1982, the University Stadium was renamed to Ace W. Mumford Stadium and 4,500 more seats were added to the stadium.

In the early 2000s, the university built a Daktronics Video Scoreboard.

Today, Ace W. Mumford Stadium holds 28,500 seats, a recently installed state of the art scoreboard, a press box, and private suites.

The Jags began the second half by kicking the ball off to Fort Valley State, stopping their offense on their first possession and forcing the Wildcats to punt.

On the ensuing possession, John Lampley gave us a glimpse of his speed with a long run early in the third quarter, but it was called back, because of a holding penalty. The Jags were then forced to kick a field goal from their own 45-yard line.

The Jags’ kicker, Caesar Barajas, nailed the kick giving the Jags the only score of the third quarter and increased the Jags’ lead, making the score 1424.

In the beginning of the 4th quarter with 10:03 left, the DogDay defense blocked a field goal attempt and took control inside their own red zone.

John Lampley rushed 26 yards for his first career touchdown and led Southern to victory against Fort Valley (14-31).

When asked about the win, Odums responded with, “Any time you win, it’s great. . .we might not have played as good as we would’ve liked to have played, but it was a lot of penalties that kept the flow of the game from being smooth.”

For this week’s homecoming game, the Jags will take on Alabama A&M at A.W. Mumford Stadium Saturday at 6:00 pm.

SOCCER from page 4

David, was able to run the ball right past the goal line, giving them the point they needed to take home the win and end the overtime clock.

Southern’s next game will be played at home against the Alumnus of SU. Let’s go out there and show our support.

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T.H. Harris Hall was built in 1956, and was named after Thomas H. Harris.

Horace G. White is a two floor male dormitory and was built in 1954. White was Southern University’s first graduate, in the class of 1924.

Historical buildings on the campus of Southern University. Left to right: Auditorium [formerly called the Martin L. Harvey Chapel. Now called the Southern University Museum of Art (SUMA) Science Agricultural; Laundry room; Home Economics and the Academic building.

Now & Then

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Southern University Bookstore was built in 1975.

[Music Building]. Construction of the classroom building. Built around 1957.

[Music Building]. Construction of the classroom building. Built around 1957.

Hayden Hall was built in 1965, to honor former Southern University professor and sculptor, Frank Hayden Jr.

Southern’s Band Hall was built in 1984 in honor of former Band Director of “The Human Jukebox,” Isaac

Home Economics Building. In 1922 it was called Girl’s Trades Building. Located on the Bluff of the Mississippi River, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

John W. Fisher Hall was constructed in 1956.

Early Southern University Cottage overlooking the Mississippi River.

The Southern University Museum of Art was built in 1928 and houses Africans and African Americans art work.

Southern University’s School of Architecture was constructed in 1956. It has since been deemed the new Computer Science building.

This building was located in New Orleans, between Magazine and Soniat Streets. The original site for Southern University was in an old building on Calliope Street (No. 158) in New Orleans in 1881.

The Pinchback Engineering building constructed in 2001, was named after Lt. Govenor P.B.S. Pinchback.

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Photos of the Week

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Jaguar Speakout With all that’s going on in America today, what boycotting method can be used effectively? Explain

Ladies of the Collegiate 100 Women of SU hosted a 'Girls Night In' in Totty Hall discussing tips for hair care and hygiene on September 26, 2017. (Rocelyn Hamilton/DIGEST)

AIDS HealthCare Foundation information booth providing shirts, bags, and water bottles upon completion of HIV Testing on September 26, 2017 in the Student Union. (Alexis Findley/DIGEST)

Jaci Combre Mass Comm.

Freshman Atlanta, GA. “I think simple boycotting like not buying from certain name brands, or just not supporting anything or anyone that are against your moral values is an effective way of boycotting.”

SU band members in the trumpet section perform at the Re-opening Celebration of Hayden Hall Theatre. (Shomari Moore/DIGEST)

Jazz musicians perform at the re-opening of Hayden Theatre on September, 25th, 2017. (Shomari Moore/DIGEST)

Brianna Billiard Ag Science Sophomore Opelousas “Buy Black. Impeach Trump.”

Comedians rock the stage at the homecoming comedy show in the F.G. Clark Activity Center on Sunday, October 1.

(Arnita Dove/DIGEST)

Javier Bailey IL/Law Student First year law student Memphis, Tennessee “Any boycott that targets the financial aspects of a group, company, or municipality are the most effective. Boycotts like that cause people to lose money which generally produces quicker and more effective results.”

Highschoolers observing the tropical plants inside Southern University’s greenhouse at the SU land-grant campus recruitment extravaganza on Saturday, September 30th. (Camryn Hawkins)

Future Jaguars gather around to admire the animal science section of Southern’s agriculture center at the SU land-grant campus recruitment extravaganza on Saturday, September 30th.

(Camryn Hawkins/DIGEST)

Ziane Hatcher Business Management Freshman Atlanta, GA “Honestly, I feel the only way to boycott effectively is to aggressively assert our stances by any means necessary. Basically, if they want to get buck, I’m going to get buck. Let it get crazy.”

DID YOU KNOW? Sex Ed With the Feds was hosted on Tuesday September 26, 2017.

Students were allowed to participate in HIV Testing as well as receive valuable information on proper sexual education.

(Alexis Findley/DIGEST)

Sophomore opposite hitter, Shelby Jolly, anticipates striking the ball down on opponents Texas Southern at Clifford Seymour Gymnasium on Sunday, October 1. (Camryn Hawkins/DIGEST)

Speakout was orginally called “Speak Easy” in the 1970s issue if the southern digest”

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Main Features

Hayden Hall Theater Reopens

Tuesday, October 3, 2017

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Greenwood Community Park Oct. 12-13 Professor Richard Hobson performs two vocal selections accompanied by Professor Charles Lloyd Jr. during the Grand Re-Opening Celebration of Hayden Hall Theater on Monday, September 25. (Shomari Moore/DIGEST)

BY JACQUELINE MORGAN

SOUTHERN DIGEST - STAFF WRITER

Once upon a time, a student could enroll at Southern University as a Theater major and graduate with that degree. Over time, that possibility has dissolved due to the lack of matriculation through the department.

Although Theater is no longer a major offered at the Southern University, Baton Rouge campus, platforms and resources for students to express their theatrical talents at the university are becoming available.

On September 25, 2017, the Frank Hayden Hall Theater debuted for a second time as a new and improved space equipped with the necessary renovations for it to function as a usable space.

The theater has been closed for the better part of the past ten years, during which time, plans and ideas were

constructed for renovation, but none were brought into fruition.

In the past two years, the efforts of a mixture of faculty and administration have led to the necessary renovations being completed to allow the theater to reopen.

“Over time things kind of deteriorated ...they needed to replace the curtain.

They needed to replace the seats, in fact.

They needed most of all to make the facility itself handicap accessible,” said the Program Leader of the Speech and Theater unit, Dr. Joyce O’Rourke.

Dr. O’Rourke spoke this of the work that needed to be done, keeping the sentiment that the work completed has been underway for quite some time.

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Professors, Dr. Antoinette McDonald-Ellis and Dr. Nicolas Zaunbrcher perform a scene from the play “Control the Future” during the Grand Re-Opening Celebration of Hayden Hall Theater on Monday, September 25. (Shomari Moore/DIGEST)

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Taking the Stage: Juvenile, Lil Wayne, and H.E.R.

BY YASMERE RASHADA

SOUTHERN DIGEST - STAFF WRITER

Homecoming week is notorious for the number of activities available to get the Jaguars excited before the climactic events that cap the week off.

The most notable of these is the Homecoming concert.

This year, three featured artists will be here to entertain the SU student body: up and coming singer H.E.R., popular hitmaker Juvenile, and the famed rapper Lil Wayne.

While all of these headlining artists are equally talented, their diverse backgrounds and specialties promise a varied musical experience for everyone.

H.E.R., a 20 year-old R&B singer, aroused public curiosity due to her insistence on anonymity. The artist has not revealed her face during performances, and has not personally revealed her true name since her emergence in late 2016.

Ironically, her moniker stands for the phrase “Having Everything Revealed.”

H.E.R. maintains her facelessness in order to keep the focus on her music and the emotions evoked by it, as opposed to her public image. So far, the tactic has

seemed successful. Her cover of Drake’s “Jungle” has become one of her most popular acts, and her music has been vetted by several seasoned celebrities, including Alicia Keys, Rihanna, and Kylie Jenner. Concertgoers can definitely expect to hear that well-known Drake cover, as well as her songs “Focus” and “Say It Again,” from the EP “H.E.R. Vol. 2.”

After being mellowed by H.E.R.’s rich vocals, the crowd will be pumped by the emergence of rapper, Juvenile. This seasoned veteran of music has been in the game since the early nineties. He is most known for his popular banger “Back that Azz Up,” which was released in 1998. Since then, his hit has remained a favorite among partygoers all across the nation. Besides that particular song, Juvenile will be sure to recall some fan favorites from his ten career-spanning albums, including “Ha,” and “Slow Motion.”

While these two acts will certainly give everyone a great time, the most anticipated artist will be sure to cause the greatest stir: lyrical rap god, Lil Wayne.

Cardi B Reaches #1 on the Top 100

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FILE - In this Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, file photo, Cardi B performs at The Budweiser Made In America Festival in Philadelphia. Cardi B has a breakthrough hit with “Bodak Yellow (Money Moves)” and the rapper said she’s ready to follow the single’s success with an album next month.

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BY KONNER JOHNSON

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Cardi B is at it again when it comes to making it big in the industry. Earlier this week, her hit single ‘Bodak Yellow’ hit the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 charts.

“Bodak Yellow,” the pure cut swagger of a rap anthem has taken over the No. 1 spot, displacing Swift’s pop song ‘Look What You Made Me Do’, placing Cardi as the first solo female rapper to do so since Lauryn Hill, almost 20 years ago.

The way Billboard calculates its Hot 100 rankings comes down to Nielsen’s measurements of streaming plays, sales, and of course, radio play.

“Bodak Yellow” exploded in all three areas almost immediately; in just the past week, Billboard reported that the song’s streaming plays increased by 14 percent.

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Finance is an industry in itself, as evidenced by stock exchanges and other financial institutions. It is also an integral part of other businesses. A career in finance will place you in the epicenter of business in the United States. Globally, finance graduates garner some of the top starting salaries among all business fields. Opportunities exist in risk management and insurance, financial institutions, investment analysis, financial planning, securities analysis, portfolio management, treasury management, real estate and more! A greater demand for finance professionals has resulted from the increasing role of corporate managers, a rising emphasis on investments, and the growing complexity of the international marketplace.

CURRICULUM The finance program at Southern University and A & M College offers concentrations in the areas of risk management and insurance and business economics.

The risk management and insurance concentration consists of four risk/insurance courses (12 credit hours) that can be used to satisfy the four elective courses required in the finance degree program. The business economics concentration also consists of four economics courses (12 credit hours) that can be used to satisfy the four elective courses required in the finance degree program.

RISK MANAGEMENT AND INSURANCE A concentration in insurance will serve as a compendium of knowledge for students seeking careers in the insurance industry as well as students who pursue opportunities in business, law, decision theory and ethics. Students completing this concentration, will be able to pursue higher levels of employment in the insurance industry upon graduation.

Graduates who have earned this concentration report starting salaries of $60k and higher.

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The Sentinel of an Enlightened Student Body since 1926 As a result, 11 weeks later, “Bodak Yellow” has knocked Swift out of the top spot.

Cardi B is the fifth female rapper to ever lead the Hot 100. After Hill, Lil’ Kim ruled for five weeks in 2001 with Christina Aguilera, Mya and P!nk on “Lady Marmalade”; Shawnna reigned as a featured artist on Ludacris’ “Stand Up,” which topped the Dec. 6, 2003, chart; and Iggy Azalea’s introductory Hot 100 hit, “Fancy” featuring Charli XCX, led for seven weeks in 2014.

As if topping the charts with her debut single wasn’t enough, Cardi wasn’t the only one excited for her accomplishments.

Taylor Swift congratulated Cardi personally by sending her flowers on that very day.

Filled with ecstasy, Cardi B has also received acknowledgments from some of

Main Features the biggest names in rap, many of whom the 24-year-old grew up listening to. Though Cardi B hasn’t been congratulated by every single female rapper, the queens of female rap’s golden age, Lil’ Kim and Missy Elliot, have already tweeted their congrats at the new star.

Reigning queen, Nicki Minaj, and rap mainstay, Trina, have also warmly congratulated Cardi B, though we are yet to hear from the combative Remy Ma, who back in July came out swinging at Cardi B over a diss-tweet that turned out to be a hack. Azealia Banks was one of the rappers that did not congratulate her, but tried to diss her via twitter. Cardi of course clapped back with a video of Banks dancing and singing her heart out to “Bodak Yellow” in

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the club with a caption saying, “One of the reasons Bodak Yellow went #1 cuz even the HATERS LOVE IT!!.” This post made Azealia Banks delete all of her social media accounts and no one has heard from her since.

The music industry is infamous for its beefs and rivalries. This is why people loved the way Cardi was praised for this accomplishment. It’s encouraging to see what an empowering and supportive space female rap can be. The music industry has always generally struggled to recognize multiple female rappers at once to be on top, but this wasn’t the case for Cardi B.

Freshman Nursing major, Alexis Jones says, “I am excited to see Lil Wayne specifically because he has always been one of my favorite rappers,” and many of Southern’s Jags echo her sentiment.

Lil Wayne has been on top of the charts since he began his career in 1991 at only nine years old. In fact, he worked alongside Juvenile as a part of the group Hot Boys, and was even featured on the aforementioned hit “Back that Azz Up.” Wayne released his debut album at the age of 17, and the project immediately took the number three spot on the Billboard’s Top 200 charts. After his debut, The Carter remained at the top of the game and has not come down since. Throughout the 2000’s, Lil Wayne has released over 13 works and albums. His most famous album to date is “Tha Carter III,” which has featured beloved hits like “Like a Lollipop,” and “A Milli.” Due to his famously intricate wordplay and catchy hooks, Wayne has appeared on an innumerable number of collaborations with the likes of Nicki Minaj, Drake, Demi Lovato, Eminem, and more. As one of the best-selling artists of all time, Wayne is sure to deliver with all of his famed singles.

With talents like these set to take the stage, Jaguars are in for an amazing concert. Chyna Nguyen, a Nursing major from Port Arthur, TX reflects on her anticipation for the event, “I’m sure the concert is going to be fantastically lit,” she exclaimed.

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the once deteriorated space, including a new curtain and the necessary handicap accommodations.

During the reopening program, various performances by students and staff gave the audience a precursor of what the theater is capable of.

An Associate Professor of Theater and Speech, Dr. Antoinette McDonald-Ellis partook in the show as well, performing a short comedic scene from the play “Control the Future” by D.M. Larson.

Dr. Ellis recalls when she first saw the space during the time it was not being used.

“My first thought was wow, what an opportunity we have here,” Ellis said.

She went on to elaborate about the visions that the department has for the theater now that it is complete, including being a space for the newly restructured Drama Club.

“We want to present a room available to the campus, our department, and eventually the city,” Ellis said.

The Department of Visual and Performing Arts has much more in store for the theater in the near future, as a Southern University Senior Music Education major, Arthur Gremillion, performs vocal selection, “You’re Tired Chile” production is already underway for during the Grand Re-Opening Celebration of Hayden Hall Theater on Monday, September 25. presentation in November 2017.

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SU Home Game Vibes: What happened?

BY ALEXIS FINDLEY

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SSSSU WHOO, SSSSSSU REP WHO, REP SOUTHERN U! As “Fresh Meat” on the yard I was excited to attend my first game as an official student of Southern University and A&M College. Thanks to my dad, who is an alumni of the great SU, I’ve been exposed to the games and experiences Southern has to offer, but I have always wanted to be a part of the full experience and see everything from a student’s perspective.

In high school, my football student section was horrible. It was boring and only about two people could be spotted in the stands. I may be exaggerating a little, but my point is that for my first college football experience, I expected stick pom poms flying, screaming, clapping, chants, and dancing.

To my surprise, when I attended the first game the “lituation” levels were low.

We had our moments of great chants and dances like the “SU shuffle”, and a new dance that was created, but they only lasted for a minimal time. There was a lack of participation from the other students as well.

Granted the heat felt like the devil’s breath that day, I was still expecting more.

Maybe my imagination was too extravagant for my college experience. I dreamed that we would be having t-shirt giveaways, mini dance contests, and just fun activities throughout the whole game, but it was boring. I just figured students would be rolling in deep and supporting our team through thick and thin, but nah son that’s not what happened.

Why doesn’t anyone show up for the

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games to show school pride? Is it because the games don’t have fun things to keep our interest ? Or just because they don’t really want to? Whatever the reason may be, the difference in people in the student section definitely affects the “hype” level of the student section.

So, I really think there should be more people that are involved in the student sections of not only football games, but baseball, softball, volleyball, track meets, etc. Let’s just try to make these student sections better and more enjoyable for everyone, and the games will be extremely satisfying . LET’S GO JAGS!

The Do’s and Do Not’s: Homecoming

BY JAMES EAGLIN, JR.

SOUTHERN DIGEST - STAFF WRITER

Homecoming season is upon us. It is the time of year everyone waits for. Some could argue that homecoming takes priority over studying or going to class for the week. Whatever side of the fence you fall on is none of my business. However, truth be told, homecoming is actually the ultimate test of discipline, budgeting and time management.

For the first-year freshmen, these experiences will stay with you for life.

But remember: these experiences will stay with you. For life. Homecoming has the ability to reveal the alter ego of a classmate near you. If you have not learned already, you are not in high school anymore. Nobody will be instructing you on how to act. With that in mind, here are some do’s and dont’s you should follow for a productive week: DO PARTICIPATE. A full week of activities have been planned to make sure you are not in your room. This is a great opportunity to meet new faces and create new friendships. It is also your chance to actually get to walk around campus instead of being in that rut of only going to class and the Cafeteria. Get this: some teachers may even push back deadlines.

It may be 11:59pm instead of 11:55pm, but hey, progress.

DON’T BE THAT PERSON. You know exactly the person I’m talking about. No one knows their name, major, age, what school they go to, etc. But boy, did that person cut up Monday night or what?

Before you know it, that person is being talked about and judged by everybody on campus, all because they were trying to be, you guessed it, that person.

DO HAVE A BUDGET FOR THE WEEK. True, budgeting can be difficult for someone who already has no money.

However, for the fortunate few, realize that vendors will be everywhere trying to make their money. The key is to have a hard cap, and stay true to it. College still exists after October 7.

DON’T USE YOUR REFUND CHECK AS YOUR BUDGET. Your refund check was given to you, not gifted to you.

You will have to pay that money back, potentially with interest. Think about that before considering dropping $500 on an outfit you only wear once.

DO ENJOY THE FREE FOOD. If you have to go to the grocery store at any point during homecoming week, you are doing it wrong, my friend. At the most, you should head to the Family Dollar to pick

up some extra foil. Southern is a family.

Families share food. Use the networks you have made, head over to the tailgates and enjoy the free cooked food.

DON’T INDULGE IN CANDY. It is October, and we do live in Baton Rouge.

Please limit the number of Laffy Taffys and Tootsie Pops you eat. You can catch cavities. If you must consume, at least have some floss nearby. You could also go without that extra Sour Punch Straw or Baby Bottle Pop. So, in conclusion, be lit, responsibly.

GO JAGS! GO JAGS!

BEAT ALABAMA A&M!

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Dear Southernites: Welcome home! This is my favorite time of the year at Southern University. Homecoming is such a special occasion as alumni from near and far come to rekindle old friendships and relive their glory days as students at THE SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY. Homecoming on the Bluff is like no other place and no other time in the country.

Many of your alumni classes will be having reunions this week. I want to particularly acknowledge the class of 1967, which will be celebrating its 50th year anniversary. I’ve heard from several members of this class, and they are extraordinarily excited about their “golden year”!

To all of the current students, please enjoy this homecoming experience because you will be making memories that will last the rest of your lives.

Have a great homecoming week, and GO JAGS!

Preston J. Castille, Jr., Esq. National Alumni President

Greetings to the Greatest Alumni, Student Body, Administration, Faculty, Staff and Supporters in the World!

I LOVE MY HBCU! It is HOT 103 time on the Bluff! I thank God and each of you for the amazing opportunity to serve the Southern University System. Homecoming is simply the best of times…reuniting with old friends, meeting new ones, tailgating with the greatest fan base in the country, cheering our talented football team and band on to victory and most importantly recommitting to helping our beloved Southern University succeed is what it's all about!

The Alumni Federation, led by National President Preston Castille and Executive Board, have been working tirelessly to provide a Homecoming experience like none other. From our “Day of Service” initiative and exclusive screening of “Tell Them We are Rising” to our Alumni Round-­‐Up featuring Keith Frank, all activities are designed with our very special Alums in mind. This year, we celebrate the classes of ’67, 77, ’87 ’97, 2007, along with a host of other reunions. Our ever popular tailgate will feature great food, fun, music and an SU Pride backdrop for photos with friends and family. Also, Annual and Life Federation members and True Blue MDM Captains will be treated to a fabulous Welcome Reception on Thursday evening and Not to Be Missed Gospel Jazz Brunch on Sunday. If you are not currently active with the Federation, come anyway and join on the spot. As the old saying goes, “Membership has its privileges”!

In closing, remember that you are the reason Southern survived and thrived on the Bluff for over 103 years. We are Southern and Homecoming is a wonderful time to renew our commitment to our beloved institution. We cannot achieve true success without your support, leadership, service and love. I ask you to stay engaged, stay united, stay proactive and stay positive as we work together in making our great University System even greater!

Southern for Life!

Derrick V. Warren, SU ‘82 Director of Alumni Affairs/Executive Director Southern University System / SU Alumni Federation

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