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Southern Homecoming Recap “My homecoming 2016 experience was Zana Harris amazing . . .”
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Alliyah Moore/DIGEST Southern University students cheer on the Jaguar football team as they take on the Golden Lions of University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Saturday, October 22 in A.W. Mumford Stadium. BRIA GREMILLON
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Southern University’s Homecoming 2016 took on the theme “SU: Back to the Future” and kicked off with the Jaguar Pandemonium and Fashion Show Extravaganza on Sunday, October 16th. Jaguar Pandemonium gave fans the opportunity to meet the 2016-2017 men’s and women’s basketball players, earn prizes and also witness an amazing performance by the 2016-17 SU Gold’n Bluez. The fashion show featured several local designers, giving them the chance to showcase their talents on different models. Student Government Association President, Zana Harris, worked hard along with her staff to make the experience memorable for all students. “My homecoming 2016 experience was amazing. Everything that the executive cabinet and homecoming committee planned for the week was executed,” Harris said. “I hope that our students were impressed and enjoyed,” Harris
finished. Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs & Enrollment Management, Dr. Brandon K. Dumas, stated in a letter to the Office of Student Media, “…we came together to reminisce on the Southern University we once knew, praise the Southern University that proudly stands today and plan for the Southern University we will become.” On Monday, October 17, the SU Department of Visual and Performing Arts hosted their 8th annual homecoming art exhibition in the Visual Arts Gallery which included the work of members of the Roosevelt Daniel Art Guild. The University partnered with WXOK to bring a #NightofRestoration to the Mini Dome. Attendees were able to participate in a night of praise and worship as gospel artists graced the stage. Some of the artists included Candy West, Jojo Martin and Myron Butler. Tuesday’s festivities included the annual homecoming ecumenical service in the ballroom featuring alum Bishop Joseph W. Walker III as the guest speaker and national recording artist,
Kathy Taylor. Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members were invited to attend the service and fellowship. A comedy show was held in the Mini Dome on Tuesday night and featured comedians Lil Duval, Kevin Tate, Doboy and D’lai. Towards the end of his set, Doboy was unfortunately dismissed from the stage after the crowd chose not to laugh at his joke. Pretty Wednesday during homecoming week gave way to a student health fair hosted by the Student Health Center and SU Agricultural Research and Extension Center. Students visited different booths to gain information and also participated in various health screenings. The same night, the 86th Miss Southern University’s Coronation was held with the theme of “The Enchanted Reign of the Jaguar.” Corinne Vaughn, a senior majoring in political science from Stockton, California, was officially crowned Wednesday, October 19 at the F.G. Clark Activity Center. The formal event featured Vaughn in a stunning
white gown and her Royal Court in navy gowns. The escorts were dressed in all white tuxedos with navy blue ties. JaMya Magee, the 85th Miss Southern, placed Vaughn’s crown atop her head, making the moment even more special. “Interacting with current students and finally receiving the crown made me feel like the queen the students obviously see me as,” said Vaughn while speaking of her Homecoming experience. “Our football team brought us the victory, once again. Our Human Jukebox showed us exactly why they are the baddest band in the land, and Alumni showed us what the yard used to be as we introduced to them what we have become. I am extremely humbled, ready to serve and looking forward to the rest of the year,” finished Vaughn. Following Coronation, students made their way to the Horace G. Moody field area for a bonfire. As the flames danced against the night sky, hundreds of spectators crowded in front of the stage to listen to Lil Nathan and the Zydeco Big Timers. See RECAP page 3
Grooming the future: V.I.P.S Reach Out BRANDON PRICE
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The Volunteers in Public Schools (VIPS) will have its #VIPSPROUD Week from November 1st to November 4th to appreciate their volunteers and partners. The students of Southern University and Louisiana State University will have the chance to join the program while taking pictures with the program’s t-shirts and name badges to post on social media tagging VIPS. VIPS on SU’s and LSU’s campus on Wednesday, November 2, will be organizing a “flash mob”. VIPS also will be passing out buttons with life-
sized social media frames for pictures to encourage posts with #VIPSPROUD. According to Volunteer Director Kaia Simmons, VIPS is an independent non-profit organization that mentors students in grades Kindergarten to the 3rd, whom may fall behind in reading and math courses. The programs under to accommodate those students need are “Everybody Counts” and “Everybody Reads.” The programs goals are to match each teacher’s referred student with a community volunteers, in hopes of improving he or she’s
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performance in school. Simmons said that even though they have over 500 volunteers in VIPS, there are still a close estimate of over a hundred and fifty students in the program unmatched. “The need for volunteers is strong. We appeal to students, community partners such as business that may want to help these kids, retired teachers or whoever may have a passion for math and reading,” said Simmons.
Simmons says that is the requirement for joining the VIPS team and in registering, visit www.VIPSBR.org to fill out the application along with a forty-five minute training. Once an applicant goes through that process, he or she is ready to be match with a student. The now volunteer will then sit with the student at the school he or she attends for a minimum thirty minutes per week. Volunteers will have access to a schedule to know when the student will be available in order to work around it. VIPS has been around since 1981, where they started with an integration project to bus students from unprivileged areas to attend schools in areas that offered or in access of a better
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MARCH OF DIMES March of Dimes will be held in the Union lobby on today at 11:06AM.
KICKIN IT WITH COPS The Collegiate 100 Black Women of Southern University have teamed up with SUPD for an open dialogue/ meet and greet to help the students gain familiarity with the police officers on campus and learn more about the JagsSAFE app. Come out today in the Intramural Sports Complex and “Kick it with Cops” from 7-9PM. There will be food and give aways. PHINANCIAL AWARENESS Phinancial awareness with Men’s Federation will be held in Harris hall annex at 6PM today. T-SHIRT PASSOUT Any student who did not recieve a homecoming T-Shirt may come pick theirs up in the Lakefront Room of the Student Union on Wednsday, October 26 at 2PM. Please bring ID. MISS BLACK AND GOLD SCHOLARSHIP PAGEANT Miss Black and Gold Scholarship Pageant will be held at 7:06PM in the University Event Center on Wednesday, October 26. PHROZEN LOUNGE Phorzen Lounge with Southern University’s Life Department will be held at 7:06PM in the Royal Cotillion Ballroom on Thursday. BLACK LIVES MATTER PART II The Sociology Club and Democratic Society of Southern University will host Black Lives Matter Part II on October 27 at 6PM in Higgins Hall Atrium. GO TO HIGH SCHOOL, GO TO COLLEGE Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. along with members of SGA will be visiting Glenn Oaks High School on Friday, October 28th, at 1PM. BOO AT SU Boo at SU will be held on campus from 4PM to 7PM on Sunday, October 30th. COLOR RUN The Sophomore Class, Delta Sigma Theta, Sorority Inc., Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority Inc., Sigma Gama Rho, Sorority Inc., and Southern University’s ROTC presents The 1st annual “Jags Run For The Cure:” COLOR RUN edition. It will be held on Sunday, October 30 at 12PM. This is the last week to register. Registration is held on the second office of student life in the 2nd floor of the SmithBrown Memorial Student Union. Free for all SU students. $5 for Non-SU students. ANNUAL SECURITY/FIRE SAFETY REPORT The Southern University-Baton Rouge (SUBR) Annual Security and Fire Safety report includes statistics for the previous three (3) years concerning
reported crime that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings owned or operated by SUBR and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning campus security, policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a copy of this report by contacting the SUBR Police Department or by accessing the following web site http://www.subr.edu/supd. 18TH ANNUAL RESEARCH CONFERENCE The Department of Social Sciences is pleased to sponsor the 18th Annual Social and Behavioral Sciences Undergraduate Research Conference from 9:00 am to 1:00pm on November 17th 2016 in the University Event Center (Women’s Gym Near the Bluff).The conference will feature oral presentations of students’ empirical and theoretical research papers from students in the Departments of Criminal Justice, Economics, History, Political Science, Psychology, Rehabilitation & Disability Studies, Social Work, Sociology, and Speech Pathology. All students are encouraged to attend. Please submit abstracts by Friday October 21,2016 to (Jacaria_Bickham_00@subr.edu). For more information Please Contact Dr. Reginald Rackley (Reginald_Rackley@ subr.edu).
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What was your favorite homecoming moment and why?
RAVEN DANIELS DETROIT, MI BIOLOGY FRESHMAN
“Tailgating was my favorite part about homecoming. Everyone was extremely DANIELS friendly and made sure you had something to eat.”
JOSHUA PERRY NEW ORLEANS EDUCATION GRAD STUDENT
“My favorite moment was the tailgating. Actually going out feeling like it’s a family reunion. The PERRY football game is always the best and seeing the band and crowd unity.”
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2016 JAGUAR YEARBOOK The Office of Student Media presents the The 2016 Jaguar Yearbook. Yearbooks can be picked up outside of 1062 T.H. Harris Hall. LAST DAY TO WITHDRAW FROM CLASSES The deadline to withdraw from the univeristy is November 4, 2016. HBCU POWER OF DREAMS AWARD
Honda Campus All-star Challenge is awarding selfless hardworking people who work to positively affect the lives of others on and around your campus or community. Deadline to submit a nominee is November 14, 2016. Submit your nominee to: http://www. hondabattleofthebands.com/powerof-dreams
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“My favorite homecoming moment was tailgating. I know it’s BROADWAY cliche but its always refreshing to see the alumni.”
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USDA SCHOLARSHIP
USDA scholarship is available for students studying agriculture, food, natural resource sciences or other related disciplines. Deadline to apply will be Saturday, December 31, 2016. For more info, go to: http://www.outreach.usda.gov/ education/1890/index.htm BAYOU CLASSIC CAREER & COLLEGE EXPO The event will be held Friday, November 25, 2016 from 10AM-2PM at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans 601 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113 For more information: (504) 888-7608
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“The Food & seeing a lot of old faces & meeting new faces.”
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Poll: Young voters now coming through for Hillary Clinton LAURIE KELLMAN/ EMILY SWANSON ASSOCIATED PRESS
WASHINGTON (AP) — Liane Golightly has finally decided who she’ll vote for on Election Day. Hillary Clinton is not a choice the 30-year-old Republican would have predicted, nor one that excites her. But the former supporter of Ohio Gov. John Kasich says it’s the only choice she can make. “I kind of wish it were somebody else, somebody that I could really get behind 100 percent,” said Golightly, an educator from Monroe, Michigan. She’s voting for Clinton, she said, only because she can’t stomach “childish” Donald Trump. Like Golightly, many young voters are coming over to Clinton in the closing stretch of the 2016 campaign, according to a new GenForward poll of Americans 18 to 30. Driving the shift are white voters, who were divided between the two candidates just a month ago and were more likely to support GOP nominee Mitt Romney than President Barack Obama in 2012. In the new GenForward survey, Clinton leads among all young whites 35 percent to 22 percent, and by a 2-to1 margin among those who are likely to vote. Clinton held a consistent advantage among young African-Americans, AsianAmericans and Hispanics in earlier GenForward polls, as she does in the new survey. The new poll also suggests enthusiasm for voting has recently increased among young African-Americans, 49 percent of whom say they will definitely vote in November after only 39 percent said so
in September. Just over half of young whites, and about 4 in 10 Hispanics and Asian-Americans, say they will definitely vote. GenForward is a survey of adults age 18 to 30 by the Black Youth Project at the University of Chicago with the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. The first-of-its-kind poll pays special attention to the voices of young adults of color, highlighting how race and ethnicity shape the opinions of a new generation. Overall, Clinton leads Trump among young likely voters 60 percent to 19 percent, with 12 percent supporting Libertarian nominee Gary Johnson and 6 percent behind the Green Party’s Jill Stein. If Clinton and Trump receive that level of support on Election Day, Clinton would match Obama’s level of 2012 while Trump would fall short of Romney’s. It’s not necessarily because they like Clinton, but is nevertheless a late sign of strength among a voting bloc that the former secretary of state has struggled to win over. “There’s a gray area with her, where maybe she hasn’t broken any laws, but she’s always skirting the edge, it seems,” said Galen Mosher, 30, a lighting technician from Sandy, Oregon, who voted for Clinton’s primary rival, Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders. Mosher, who is white, said he got behind Clinton once she won the Democratic nomination, because “at least she’s a step” toward the free college tuition and higher taxes for wealthy people that Sanders had proposed. RECAP from page 1
Thursday night held the most anticipated event of the week, the Homecoming concert, headlined by artists Gucci Mane, Sevyn Streeter and YFN Lucci. Sevyn Streeter’s melodic tones and harmonies graced the crowd as the first performance of the night. Following Streeter, Gucci Mane took to the stage and told the crowd how excited he was to be at Southern University. “I Think I Love Her” and “Lemonade” were some of the songs he rapped to the audience.The third and final act of the night, Lucci may have been the most interesting. Rapper YFN Lucci performed with a cast on his foot and glided across the stage on a mobile scooter. Lucci performed his smash hit, “Key to the Streets”. Towards the end of his set, the artist fell off stage. The annual homecoming pep rally was held Friday, October 21st at noon in the Mini Dome. The Human Jukebox
performed along with Gold’N Bluez and recording artist Whop. The Lady Jaguar Volleyball team pulled a 3-1 set victory over the Alcorn Braves on Friday as well. Friday night, Alpha Kappa Sorority claimed the victory of the Greek Show while the Alphas stole the spotlight as the winning fraternity. During intermission, various fraternities and sororities participated in a stroll, heightening the momentum for the night. Saturday morning began with the homecoming parade. Spectators lined the streets of the Scotlandville community at 8 AM to watch the University show off its finest. It turned out to be a celebration for the history books as the weeklong celebration came to an end with a victory over the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions. The final score was 49-17.
VIPS from page 1 education. Simmons said that VIPS is looking to increase their visibility with the help of student involvement through SU. “We want to be sure that the student know that VIPS is an accredited site for volunteer hours or service learning. Especially with the minimum just being thirty minutes a week. I think that it is very reasonable. We will work around your schedule. We do stress that you be committed and dedicated because some of these students have already been through a lot,” said Simmons. For more information on VIPS, visit their website or simply attend their event on November 2 during pretty Wednesday.
The poll also provides evidence that Trump’s behavior toward women has hurt him among young voters, while Clinton’s characterization of a large portion of the New York billionaire’s supporters as “deplorable” did not damage her candidacy. The GenForward survey included interviews both before and after the release of a 2005 recording on which Trump brags about sexually assaulting women. But support for Trump didn’t shift among young voters overall or among young whites after the tape was released, suggesting the shift in young whites to Clinton came first. All of the poll interviews, however, were conducted after the first presidential debate, when Clinton told the story of former Miss Universe Alicia Machado and Trump’s assessment of her as a “Miss Piggy” after she gained weight. Most young people across racial and ethnic lines say that Clinton’s accusations in that debate about Trump’s behavior made them less likely to support the GOP nominee. Most young people weren’t turned off by Clinton calling some Trump supporters “deplorable” in September. Sixty-two percent of young adults, including 82 percent of African-Americans, three-
FILE - In this June 21, 2016 file photo, Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton takes a photo with supporters after speaking at Fort Hayes Vocational School in Columbus, Ohio. A new poll finds that young voters are starting to come through for Clinton, particularly among whites ages 18 to 30. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete, File)
quarters of Latinos and Asian-Americans and 51 percent of whites said they agree with her assessment. The poll also found that 45 percent of young adults have a favorable view of Clinton, while just 17 percent say the same of Trump. Conversely, half have an unfavorable view of Clinton and 77 percent have that view of Trump. Young whites say they have a more favorable view of Clinton now than going into the fall. Among that group, three-quarters have an unfavorable view of Trump now, up from 67 percent in September. The survey also showed young whites are slightly less likely to see Trump as qualified to be president, down from 30 percent in September to 24 percent.
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Last Saturday, the Southern University football team put on a show for the Homecoming crowd on October 22nd with back-to-back touchdowns and multiple defensive stops. The Jags hosted the Lions of the University of Arkansas Pine-Bluff in hopes of earning their fourth SWAC win. Fortunately, the team did just that with junior quarterback, Austin Howard, leading way by connecting with eight different receivers while throwing for 292 yards and 3 touchdowns in the 49-17 win. It seemed as though the Jags moved the ball effortlessly down the field during the first quarter. Senior running back Lenard Tillery and running back John West scored a combined three touchdowns in the rushing attack. However, Austin felt as though the offense was cable of more in that quarter. “We had five possessions in the first quarter and we should have scored on all of them. I’m not impressed with that but it is what is,” said Howard. In addition to his touchdowns, SU’s alltime leading rusher, Tillery, averaged a little over 7 yards per carry for the night as he rushed for 135. When asked about the
early first quarter surge with the running game, Tillery credited the offensive line. “The offensive line wanted to have a big game coming into this and I believe that UAPB was ranked last in rushing defense so we knew we could take advantage of that,” said Tillery. On the defensive side of the ball, senior defensive back Rhaheim Ledbetter led the team in total tackles as they held UAPB’s sophomore quarterback Brandon Duncan in check. Duncan, known for his explosiveness on offense in SWAC, was held under 200 yards passing (181), 20 yards rushing and sacked three times; one each by junior defensive end Aaron Tiller, sophomore defensive lineman Simeon Houston and freshman defensive lineman Ceajae Byrant. Tiller commented on how it felt to earn a sack in the game and the team’s performance in containing Duncan. “It felt pretty good to get back there. It felt good for our d-line had some success getting back there,” said Tiller, then ended, “We focused on keeping him in a cage and forcing him to make decisions without taking away his scrambling ability. He really got out on us a few times but I think we contained him pretty well. He’s a
Julian Alvarez/DIGEST Senior running back Lenard Tillery evades UAPB defenders and rushes forward marker to the first down marker during the game on October 22 in A.W. Mumford Stadium. Tillery finished with 135 yards and 2 Touchhdowns.
good quarterback and you can’t take away someone’s talent. I hope he has a lot of success but I feel like we did a good job on executing the game plan and limiting him.” However, the big story in Saturday’s game was of the unstoppable five foot five,
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Willie Quinn SKYLER FRANKLIN
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Willie Quinn, senior wide receiver for the Southern University Jaguars, now holds the school’s all-time record for catches. Michael Hayes previously held the record for Southern’s all-time receptions. After a 13 yard catch from Junior Quarterback Austin Howard in the first quarter, Quinn surpassed his fellow Jaguar who previously held the record with 205 career catches. Quinn now has 210 career catches and is on the verge of breaking Southern’s all-time receiving yardage record in addition to a FCS record. The Miami native finished the game with six catches for 90 yards. He is now 150 yards away from tying Hayes for the school record for receiving yards. “I’ve been dreaming of this since I was a little kid, to break records,” explained Quin after Saturday’s 49-17 victory against The University of Arkansas Pine Bluff. An error committed by a score keeper last week at in Jackson, Mississippi which would have allowed him to achieve this record last weekend was not fixed until half-way through Saturdays game. This record is only the beginning for the Southern University star receiver. Willie Quinn
is living proof of “Heart over Height”. He is defying odds and breaking records despite his small stature. “Look at me: I’m 5-foot-5, 155 pounds. Nobody expected me to do the things I do,” proclaimed Quinn. This week’s game against the two time defending SWAC champions Alcorn State University will be a true test of not only Quins abilities but of the Jaguars cohesiveness as a whole.
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No So Brave After All:
Lady Jaguars storm by Alcorn State
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Southern University’s lady volleyball team (6-4) as a part of their annual pink game took on the Braves of Alcorn State University (1-8) on Friday October 21. The Lady Jaguars wasted no time shaking back from a hard loss against Texas Southern University the previous Saturday. The first set was a nail bitter as the lady Braves got out to a 5-2 lead over Southern before the Jaguars answered with a 10-0 run. The Braves managed to save four set points with the help of Barbara Garret. Freshman Middle Blocker
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Arabella Hall rallied for Southern when she handed out a kill late in the set to give the Jaguars a 25-23 victory over Alcorn State University. “I think we did really well playing together. Even though we lost a set, we came back and worked hard to get the dub,” explained Freshman Middle Blocker Arabella Hall.
Southern dominated the second set, just as they did with the first. The Jaguars gained a 5-0 lead over the Braves. Jaime Selleneit handed out five straight assists late in the set that allowed Southern to take a 25-14 win over the Braves. Alcorn State came back ready to fight. Although Southern started out with the 3-0 lead, the Braves
fought throughout the match with the assistance of Brittney Dumas and Heather Jackson who handed out a massive kill for the set point. The Braves won the set 25-19. The fourth set was almost an effortless attempt as the Jaguars took advantage of a 15-5 lead after scoring 5 consecutive points. Southern won the fourth set 2511.
Freshman Outside Hitter Barabara Garrett led Alcorn State in blocks, finishing the game with 13 kills and one block. Junior Outside Hitter Brittney Dumas and Middle Blocker/Outside Hitter Heather Jackson combined for 12 kills. Southern University’s Freshman Outside Hitter Shelby Jolly led the Jaguars with 11 kills and Senior Melodie Malone contributed an additional 10. Sophomore setter Vaterra Calaias and senior setter Jamie Selleneit combined for 24 assists. Senior Libero Diamond Williams handed out 20 digs. “As a hitter we always need a good pass to get a good set to get a good hit. When she does her job (Diamond Williams) and all the other DS do their job, it makes it easier for everybody else to do their job. That’s how we work together,” explained Hall. Southern (6-4) is now ranked fourth in the SWAC behind Prairie View A&M University (7-4). The Lady Jaguars are scheduled to take on the Tigers of Grambling State University next on Friday October 28th in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
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that night, Quinn now holds the honor of being SU’s all-time reception leader. He’s also one kickoff return and two combine returns of kickoff and punt to hold the FCS record in each. Adding on, Quinn is four returns away from holding the FBS record and will soon break the receiving yards record at SU. When asked about his accomplishment that night, Quinn responded, “It means a lot you know, I have been dreaming about this since I was kid to break records and now, I’m at a college level doing it. It’s just a blessing,” said Quinn. Southern is ranked number one in scoring offense (40.3 avg.), pass efficiency (160.1) and pass defense (194.3 avg.). The Jags have success in producing the fewest number of punts (22) along with the most scores when in the red zone (25). In addition
to Homecoming night, the offensive line only gave up 1 sack. Head Football Coach Dawson Odums commented on his team’s overall performance against UAPB. “They bounce back. In the time off, you can see that we were back in routine and I think our offense and defense were playing like we expected them to play. We didn’t finish off the first half to my liking but overall, our guys were mentally locked in,” said Odums. He ended by saying, “Our biggest thing is mindset. We believe that when we’re doing the things we’re suppose to do, we can be successful.” The Jags will face the two time defending SWAC champions of Alcorn State in Jack Spinks Stadium on Saturday, October 29, in Lorman, Mississippi at 2 PM.
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Tayla Clark/DIGEST Newly initiated members of the Beta Sigma chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated execute a traditional step during their 2016 Fall Probate on Tuesday, October 18 in F.G. Activity Center.
Ealiya Toplin/DIGEST Paula Shepard of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana was one of the guest panelist during “Diversity in Corporate America Forum“on Thursday, October 20, in T.T. Allain.
Comedian D’Lai performs his
Julian Alvarez/DIGEST Free ice cream was given to SU students outside the Smith-Brown Memorial Union during “Pretty Wednesday.”
Tyler Gibbs/DIGEST Members of the Southern University Human Jukebox execute their field routine during halftime on October 22 in A.W. Mumford Stadium.
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Joshua Mcknight/DIGEST Govenor John Bel Edwards visits the Southern University Alumni Federation tailgate for photos and conversation before the Southern University Homecoming Football Game Saturday, October 23.
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Jamilah Stith/DIGEST The 86th Miss Southern University Corrine Vaughn smiles after being crowned during her Coronation on Wednesay, October 19
Patricia Foster/DIGEST -Bluez Dance team perform during the 2016 on Friday, October 21. in F.G. Clark Activity Center.
Joshua Mcknight/DIGEST The streets of Southern University stood paved with cars, SU students, Alumni and SU supporters during the Southern University Homecoming Football game Saturday, October 22.
Patricia Foster/DIGEST Southern University football “SWAG SURF” during the 2016 Homecoming Prep Rally held on Friday, October 21.
Ealiya Toplin/DIGEST ersity, Corinne Vaughn, along with Southern SUAF) National President, Preston Castille, Jr. rrick Warren during WAFB’s visit to Southern n the Smith-Brown Memorial Student Union..
Jazmun Smith/DIGEST Ms. Evangelist Lemmie Battles dancing on stage at the Gospel Concert on October 17 in the F.G. Clark Activity Center.
Joshua Mcknight/DIGEST Southern University Alumna Sonja Norwood discusses recruitment, retention and student housing concerns with the Southern University’s Student Affairs panel during the Recruitment & Retention Committee meeting in the Magnolia Room on Wednesday, October 19.
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On Thursday, October 23rd, 2016 Southern University hosted their Annual Homecoming concert. This year’s features were Sevyn Streeter, YFN Lucci, and headliner Gucci Mane. For those who don’t know, these three artists have become iconic in the music industry. While some people are unaware of whom Sevyn Streeter is, they are familiar with her work. The thirty-year-old singer/songwriter is signed to Atlantic
7 of which were on F.A.M.E. and 7 were on Fortune. I wrote Fine China, and Wet the bed. I wrote The Way for Ariana Grande and All the way home for Tamar Braxton. I’ve also written songs for Alicia Keys. I know I’m forgetting people.” Q: What’s your most embarrassing moment? A: “I put my room key in my sports bra because I didn’t want to lose it. So I’m on stage performing and this fan is pointing at me. I’m like oh yeah she’s all into it! Then I looked down and my room key was like halfway out. Something else happened tonight but I can’t think of what it was. “ Q: Where are you originally from and what places do you call home? A: “I’m from Haines City, Florida and that’s the only place that I call home. It’s a small city between Orlando and Tampa. I always say that we’re a big city but we have a big heart.” Q: What’s your greatest achievement? A: “Putting my album out once fulfilled.” Q: What’s your favorite restaurant in Louisiana? A: “My top five favorite restaurants is Neyow’s Creole Café in New Orleans.” Gucci Mane born Radric Davis is
House in 2005. The thirty-six year old recently dropped Woptober on October 14th, 2016 and is now available on Google Play, Apple Music, Spotify, Google Play, and Soundcloud. Gucci Mane is associated with 1017 Brick Squad and Atlantic Records. Q: How did you get your name? A: “My daddy” Q: Who is the most fun person to work with in the industry? A: “Zaythoven” Q: What’s your favorite song right now? A: “Black Beetles” Q: Other than linking up with Mike Will Made It to create First day out the feds, what was the first thing that you did? A: “I can’t answer that it’s X-rated.”
Robert Harris/DIGEST R&B singer Seyvn Street performing during 2016 Homecoming Concert in F.G. Clark Activity Center on Thursday, October 20.
Records. Sevyn opened for B2K and Bow Wow during their Scream II Tour in 2002. In a recent interview with the singer-songwriter, she allowed SU’s student media team into her world. Q: Who did you listen to growing up? A: “I listened to Whitney, Mariah, Earth Wind and Fire because of my daddy, and George Clinton. I called him the crazy man. I listened to all 90’s R&B, TLC of course, 112, Jagged Edge, and I love Gospel music. I listen to Fred Hammond’s Living Word is my favorite album. I play a few times a week because it keeps me going.” Q: For those who are unaware of your many works, who have you written songs for? A: “I’ve written songs for Chris Brown,
surprises.” Q: In a recent interview with Mr. Hanky, he noted that “Key to the streets” is his favorite song. Do you have a favorite song of Mr. Hanky’s? A: “I mess with Mr. Hanky.” Q: What do you want the world to know about Lucci? A: “I want the world to know that I’m the best rapper to do it, I’m unstoppable. I came from the bottom for real. I’m gonna take care of my family and handle my business like a boss do it.” Q: Where are you from? A: “I’m from Summit Hill, Atlanta Georgia.” Q: What’s the best thing about your career? A: “Dropping my first mixtape.” Q: Who is someone that you’d like to work with? A: “Lil Wayne” Q: What’s your favorite song off of Key to the streets? A: “Documentary” Q: Is there anyone you’d like to shout out? A: “Shout out the whole YFNBC- think it’s a game. The whole Summit Hill, everybody behind them walls and you know man, shout out my momma!” Q: Is there anything you’d like to add? A: “Go get Wish me well one and two. Download Key to the streets on Amazon, Apple Music, and Google Play. Follow me @YFNLUCCI that’s my twitter and Instagram.”
DIGEST Staff Survey Robert Harris/DIGEST Rapper YFN Lucci performing during 2016 Homecoming Concert in F.G. Clark Activity Center on Thursday, October 20.
Joshua McKnight/DIGEST Rapper Gucci Mane performing during 2016 Homecoming Concert in F.G. Clark Activity Center on Thursday, October 20.
originally from Atlanta, Georgia. Gucci released his first album entitled Trap
YFN Lucci is a newer artists featured in SU’s Homecoming lineup. He is known for his recent mixtape entitled Key to the streets. Lucci grew up listening to Tupac, Dipset, Wayne, Fabolous, and Hot Boys. There was a stadium full of fans at Thursday’s concert who sang Lucci’s songs word for word. Q: Are you currently working on any projects? A: “My album, the YFNBC mixtape and I’ve been working with artists. They’re all
Who you do feel had the best concert performance?
Sevyn Streeter 50% Gucci Mane 35% YFN Lucci 15% * This opinion is solely the opinion of DIGEST Staff and not the opinion of any other publication within the Office of Student Media.
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DIGEST: Advice to students that want to have a career in comedy? Tate: “My advice would be to just do it, it’s not a study you just have to get out there and do it and you can.” From the looks of it the comedy show was a success and Southern University will be looking forward for the next show during next year’s Homecoming.
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Southern University’s Homecoming is one of the most cherished events of the school year for the tens of thousands of students, faculty, staff, alumni, community supporters, and civic leaders who embrace and celebrate the dynamic legacy of the mighty Jaguar Nation. While our Founders’ Day festivities extol the rich history those before us have created, Homecoming praises the contributions we all have made to Southern University’s present, and reinvigorates our pride and commitment to its promising future. This year, Southern’s finest and most ardent defenders united and reunited on Scott’s Bluff for a week’s worth of spiritual celebrations, social gatherings, networking functions, and athletic competition. Under the theme “Back to the Future,” we came together to reminisce on the Southern University we once knew, praise the Southern University that proudly stands today, and plan for the Southern University we will become. Talented local gospel artists and ministers set the tone for the week with a divine celebration of God’s grace and mercy at the kickoff ecumenical service. Throughout the week, various student organizations, including campus chapters of the NPHC organizations celebrating their respective anniversaries, academic colleges, and off-campus organizers hosted a variety of programs designed for education and socializing. We concluded the week with the main attraction, the Southern University Football Team’s dominating athletic performance over the University of Arkansas - Pine Bluff. By Sunday morning, all attendees had departed the campus feeling fulfilled, engaged, and ready to see what Southern University and A&M College has in store for next year. The Division of Student Affairs & Enrollment Management understands the fundamental importance of Southern University’s Homecoming to our institutional efforts in the areas of recruitment, retention, and institutional advancement. We are committed to continuing to invest the intellectual and financial resources required to make every years’ festivities more innovative, impactful, and exciting than the years before. However, in order to do that, we will need your involvement. We ask that you remain inquisitive and informed about how you can contribute your time, energy, and ideas to making Homecoming 2K17 the best homecoming yet! Yours in the Gold and Blue,
Brandon K. Dumas, Ph.D. Vice Chancellor Division of Student Affairs & Enrollment Management
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This past Tuesday, the third night of Southern University’s Homecoming week the student body got a lot of laughs in for this year’s comedy show. The comedians that were featured were D’Lai, Lil Duval, Kevin Tate, and Doboy. The comedians were very excited to be here on our campus and the students were even more anxious to see what jokes were going to be brought out that night. D’Lai was the show’s host and contributed to the jokes as well in-between acts. The comedians made jokes about relationships, they way girls and guys act, and also discussed real life situations as well. The comedians definitely made their jokes relatable to the African American community and that’s what made them so funny. We can all relate to D’LAI all types of drama that occurs, and sometimes all you can do is laugh about it. Some of the comedians had a few words to share after the show and talked about their life as a comedian. That nights host D’Lai answered a few questions after the show DIGEST: how do you like it here at The Southern University? D’Lai: “This was my first time doing a show at an HBCU and it was definitely a game changer. I’ve only done shows at PWI’s and they wanted the show to be censored and it didn’t seem as real to me. Now coming here, it is more free and everyone understands the jokes and where you are coming from. This is honestly the best college I have ever done.” DIGEST: What inspired you to become a comedian? D’Lai: “At first I started out as a Black Jack dealer and a guy said I should just try it and he got me a way in but the first time I did it was terrible. As I continued to just practice and keep on doing it I got better and continued to love what I do.” DIGEST: What advice do you live by that has gotten you where you are today? D’Lai: “Do the absolute best of what you can do.” DIGEST: Favorite comedian other yourself? D’Lai: “Me first but I don’t really have a favorite but I do love a lot of comedians. I am a fan of good work and that’s why I like what Kevin Hart does he shows what hard work is.” DIGEST: Advice to students that want to have a career in comedy? D’Lai: “Just get on stage and try it.”
These comedians are on the rise to become the next big thing and it is good that students got a chance to see them live at their own university. Comedian Kevin Tate was asked the same questions and also had a few words to share after the show. DIGEST: how do you like it here at the Southern University? Tate: “This was a super amazing experience and it was my first time at an HBCU performing.” DIGEST: What inspired you to become a comedian? Tate: “How I started out was at first I was a ball player in college and my brother was into comedy so he basically influenced me to do it as well.” DIGEST: What advice do you live by that has gotten you to where you are today? Tate: “The quote that I live by is with God you can do anything, without him you can’t.” DIGEST: Favorite comedian o t h e r t h a n yourself? Tate: “My favorite Comedian other than m y s e l f would have to be Eddie Murphy.” KEVIN TATE
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Greetings fellow Jaguars, My name is Morgan Becnel-Adams. I currently serve as the Arts and Entertainment editor of the Southern Digest. I am a Junior Criminal Justice major from the big city of Los Angeles, California. I come from humble beginnings and I enjoy progressing toward my goals. I strive to produce great works within my section. I want to personally acknowledge all of our staff and say thank you! Thank you for your hard work and undying dedication to all three of our publications. My team and I are striving to make the Southern Digest both interesting and informative. We try to capture the essence of Southern University. We also want to make the Jaguar Nation aware of what occurs in the world around us. Each week, we come up with stories that pertain to students as a collective. We want each student to remain “in the know” about various campus activities as well as other things that are going on in the world. Some may not agree with the content by which we publish, but they always manage to read our paper. I am proud of the work that we as an office engage in each week. I am proud to say that we the students of Southern University both read the newspaper and produce it. I am always elated to receive reviews from the administration, students, and custodial team. The Office of Student Media provides factual information opposed to printing gossip. We appreciate the support of our University and we hope to continue receiving great reviews.
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Pretty Black Girl MORGAN BECNEL-ADAMS SOUTHERN DIGEST A&E EDITOR
Pretty young Black Girl, don’t you know that you’re a diamond in the rough? Did you know that you are capable of anything you put your mind to? You are the positive role model. You are the mother of this place that we call Earth. You are not what the world perceives you as. You will not be a statistic. You will not be the victim of a generational curse. You were born for greatness. You can impact the world one idea at a time. You are here to spread love and joy to all who sees your beautiful smile. Pretty Black Girl, read a book. Social media is the maker and breaker of many. Likes do run the world. It’s a mechanism for control. Don’t be afraid to show off your greatness. By all means, keep your clothes on! I know that you see your favorite artists half naked on stage and on the red carpet but you don’t want to emulate that. You have to strive to be the better woman. Pretty Black Girl, the world is against you and the men of your kind. They’ll rob you of your beauty if you allow it.
Understand that you came into this world Black. Don’t allow the bondage from over 150 years ago to hinder the journey ahead of you. Hold your head up high or your crown will fall. Keep your feet firmly planted on the ground. Don’t allow the evils of the world to rob you of your innocence and trust. Pretty Black Girl, drink water. Your melanin glistens when you have the right liquids flowing through you. The body is the temple so please take care of it. The moment that you notice something different, check it out. If you’re going to be a wild one, protect yourself. For the ladies who have yet to experience their first, hold off as long as you can. There is someone out there waiting on you to be their wife. Carry yourself as a Queen should. Beautiful Black young woman, you’re a queen whether or not you carry yourself as such. Walk upright with pride, use your mind, and be fearless. I love you and you deserve the world! Never settle for less because you’ll only receive less than what you’ve settled for. Love Always, A Pretty Black Girl.
Endless Veil
There are times when I feel awake, aware of everything that goes on around me. Other times, however, I feel like I am in this deep slumber with no way out. This veil hangs over me, over my eyes, and it clouds my thoughts like a drug. Thoughts washing over me like the beach on high tides. Washing away bits and pieces of myself with it. Cast out into the open water for passing strangers to witness. The pieces sink below to tides and there are hands attempting with all their might to pull it to surface. The piece continues to sink. Arms of different lengths with different stories trying to drag the piece up. The piece continues to sink. All over the water, different hands with different intentions attempt to pull the pieces together with little success. Some pieces are saved and brought back to me but they are again cast out into the rushing waves. These hands continue this struggle time and time again with little success each and every time. Some hands go, while others come and join. At the time, I am fully aware off the struggle they face but my mind is too clouded to understand the meaning. When my psyche is unclouded, my face unveiled, I am gracious for the things they went through and I try to make their attempts not wash away in vein, but it always happens again. A constant cycle. If only I had the strength to take those hands. If only I wasn’t scared of where they’d lead me. If only I wasn’t ashamed of pain the water has brought me. If only. If only. That’s all I was ever good at saying. Who am I? What is my purpose? Questions rolling through my head. Why am I like this? Why do I do the things I do? Thoughts flow as I float along with the current. It’s time for a change. Without thinking, I grab an arm and it pulls me above. The light blinds me but something washes over me. The veil is gone, and my judgement has returned. My eyes see what truly lies before me. Keep walking my child, there is more you need to know. SUBMITTED BY: TYLER GIBBS
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THIS IS A SPOKEN WORD SUBMITTED BY: JEREMIAH CORNELIUS
The words have been echoing in the asphalt On shattered glass With poisoned tongues “ All Men are just no good” Quotes are In the right way Feels like being choke slammed by the people you’ve never damaged “But you one of them, so I have to do this” And I have no other intentions but to understand you Feels like they’ve stopped believing in the good ones for the rest of eternity Or at least the rest of the conversation But commentaries of these conditions seem to continue to collide into the cochleas of catch phrases. “ Men are all dogs “ “ If I had a nickel for every time you said that, a brother would still be doggish” “ Two roads diverged in a wood and I - still think that all of em’ ain’t no good” It makes you think about it Contemplating on why so many of us aren’t taught this trait in school Along with the other important stuff that’s never really talked about Honestly, it feels Carrying the traits of good now a days seems a little forbidden Like we weren’t supposed to be here She said “I Watched you get buried in the same casket As chivalry” Thoroughly examined the murder weapons Traced them back to the executioners Who really couldn’t execute faithfulness So the bystanders Turned victims Turned around to face the ground Bullets facing walls of dream Wells and the bucket attached to them But I see that hammer hanging out of your back pocket Saw the gavel in the other I’m just wondering Who’s court date it was If you were going to execute me first Hands up! Don’t shoot Just yet Palms screaming Done Before the ice could break Into Crystal lenses And Kodak moments Challenge on the play Ref, can I ask you a question Is it really a foul to step out of the boundaries you were never meant to be put in Question Have your palms ever turned Crimson From carrying a black woman’s heart whose still believes in beating Have you ever been shot on arrival Stray bullets never seem to miss the landing when jumping to conclusions But just know these souls are rooted In the soil that never abandoned its children Vacant signs posted On broken hearts never heal the right way Never get room to Breathe So for the both of us Breathe Please We got this magic from you
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Only in Florida: Zimmerman’s case of Karma PATRICIA FOSTER SOUTHERN DIGEST
On Monday October 17, 2016, Matthew Apperson, the man who shot at George Zimmerman as a result of road rage, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for second degree attempted murder with one count of aggravated assault and shooting in an occupied vehicle. On May 11, 2015, Apperson confessed to shooting at Zimmerman but acted only in self-defense; stating Zimmerman’s intimidating reputation made him fear for his life while Zimmerman claimed Apperson stalked and threatened him. I’d just like to start off by saying neither of these men seem right in the head to me. Both of these men cried self defense in a case in which they were not bothered by. During the interview, Apperson’s wife Lisa responded to the sentencing by calling “injustice” and while stating its an unfair ruling against an “innocent man” and Apperson’s mother also agreed stating that her son acted in self defense and the real bad man here is Zimmerman. You may recognize Zimmerman who is notorious for the fatal shooting of 17 year old Trayvon Martin then was acquitted of second degree murder. There is no doubt in my mind that Zimmerman is a bad man however the way that Apperson’s wife and mother speaking on the case you’d think that Zimmerman forced Apperson to stalk and shoot at him. Yes, instead of driving down the road and minding his own business Apperson chose to stalk and shoot
at Zimmerman and then cried self defense because of his “intimidating reputation”. That was no better then when Zimmerman stalked 17 year old Trayvon Martin, who was walking home minding his own business, and shot him because he “felt threatened”. He felt threatened by a 17 year old boy who weighed 46 pounds lighter then him because he “looked suspicious” walking with a hoodie on in the rain. Zimmerman then had the audacity to say “A person pulled the trigger and didn’t care, in fact he joyfully bragged about killing me and said, ‘I got him. I shot George Zimmerman.’ He thought he had killed me and he was happy about it.” Zimmerman had practically bragged and shoved it in Martin’s parents face when he tried to auction off the gun he used to kill Trayvon Martin online twice and described the gun as “a piece of American history” in the listing and also said the money made from the gun will be used to help combat the violence of police officers against Black Lives Matters supporters. He then defended his decision by saying “ I’m a free American. I can do what I’d like with my possessions”. As if that wasn’t bad enough the gun was eventually sold, Zimmerman bragged that he netted $250,000 for the gun used to kill Trayvon Martin and he continued to mock Martin’s parents by saying “I would have done anything for Sabrina Fulton and Tracy Martin to actually have taken an interest in their child.” So I do not feel sorry for George Zimmerman being shot at nor do I feel injustice for Apperson.
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First Experience:
Homecoming culture shock TYLER GIBBS SOUTHERN DIGEST
My first Homecoming was a total culture shock more than anything I’ve ever known. I have always thought it was just the typical day of the game that was really busy, but I had no clue what was going on during the rest of the days here at Southern University. On the first day, Sunday, I didn’t really intend on going to the fashion show because I wasn’t at all interested but it turned out to be pretty nice. The different styles were showcased perfectly as most of the models slayed. Monday and Tuesday I truly felt the Homecoming spirit, but more on a divine level. At the Gospel concert and the Convocation, I felt my spirits moved with powerful messages from people almost every state, but then the true Homecoming spirit kicked in. Wednesday I didn’t expect such a huge
turn out for Ultimate Pretty Wednesday, but it was packed. Alphas had crossed the night before so there was a huge Greek presence, plus the several spectators who watched and started Jiggin’ at times. Thursday the concert was cool but the waiting killed me, especially the wait to see Lucci, who I didn’t really care to see, but it was so cool to see Gucci Mane in concert for the first time since he’s from Atlanta like me. Friday and Saturday were busy as I don’t know what! I got up in time to see the end of the parade and continued my day tailgating. I got so much food and took so many leftovers home it was ridiculous. To top it all off, the Jaguars won 49-17 in the homecoming game, it was just the best way to end the week. It actually made me look forward to the next homecoming next year.
The importance of HBCU appreciation during Homecoming! ITHALYNN BROOKS SOUTHERN DIGEST
This last week was very exciting and a break from the daily routine of going to classes. The week of homecoming is a time for everyone to relax a little, show some school pride and have a little fun. I think during this time, we as students, all need to also appreciate our HBCU and its history. We are all lucky that we attend this The Southern University A&M college. We are part of a tradition, our on special place in academia were we not only learn, we are taught to appreciate the achievements of our culture and heritage. The excitement of the alumni
this homecoming gave a great example to present students, entailing that we are a part of a family, the historical black college experience. Attending a more secular university we would miss out on this once in a life time understanding. So, we must learn to celebrate this and apricate this and demand more of ourselves. Though this is a time to celebrate football and the nationally known Human Jukebox, it’s also a time we should take for reflection and think about what we can do to make our university the best HBCU. Instead of complaining about the problems we have, it would be better if we came
together and tried to fix the problems. Instead of littering, dispose of the trash properly, let’s keep the bathrooms clean and not leave trash on the elevators and respect the professors and staff. All of this plays into appreciating our HBCU. Let’s face it, for some of us this is the only university that would give us a chance of making a better future for ourselves. The university experience is what you make of it. We are one Southern
University lets appreciate, what was made for us!
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