ISSUE 4, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2018
The Southern DIGEST Volume 71 ● The sentinel of the enlightened student body at Southern University and A&M College ● Since 1926
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A global Southern: Warren named Alumni Director of the year
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HOMECOMING
Career Fair 2018:
Bigger and better, but plenty of room to grow
Jacqueline Morgan ● DIGEST Editor-in-Chief
WARREN Congratulations to Southern University Alumni Director, Derrick Warren for being chosen as the 2018 Legacy of Leaders National Alumni Director of the Year. Friday, September 28, 2018, The National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. will host the 7th Annual Legacy of Leaders Alumni Luncheon, where Warren will be honored. The Foundation is dedicated to sustaining and growing Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU’s) through alumni recognition, scholarships, training and technical assistance and programs to promote community involvement. Each year, Alumni of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) are honored for significant contributions they have made to their respective institution. The event promotes HBCUs and highlights the accomplishments of their alumni. Derrick Warren is a Southern University alumnus, IBM retiree of 32 years, has been the Southern University Alumni Director for two years, currently serves as the advisor and sponsor of the 41 Club, and consistently supports the university, students, and alumni in various other facets. As a leader of the university, Warren has had the opportunity to impact students from all walks of life. Alumnus, Levi K. Brown III had the opportunity to be mentored by Warren, and see WARREN on page 3
Brian Davis Jr., a mechanical engineering major, speaks with a representative from BASF Corporation, a chemical engineering company, during the 2018 Career Exploration Day inside F.G. Clark Activity Center. Courtney Jacobs/DIGEST). Dante Davis ● DIGEST Staff Writer
The annual Fall Career Fair, hosted by Career Services, was held at the F.G. Clark Activity Center in order to allow students the opportunity to talk to recruiters from top companies and organizations. At this year’s career fair, over 250 representatives on behalf of 70 different companies and organizations were present. As compared to last year, this career fair offered
an increase in showing from companies, like Lockheed Martin, Erickson, Procter and Gamble, and the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), who were present last year but increased the number of recruiters for this year. This can be mainly attributed to an increase in not only awareness, but also focus by the student body to gaining those all-important internships and co-ops. Joe, one of the recruiters from the CIA, commented on the fact that there seemed to be an increase in the amount
of people in attendance this year from last year, “The turnout was very good this year. We got a lot more foot traffic this year.” This growth can be largely attributed to the efforts of the Career Service Center which not only hosts the Career Fair, but also promotes it. Tamara Foster Montgomery, Director of Career Services, spearheads this effort and works tirelessly to ensure that students not only know about the Career Fair but that they are also over-prepared for it.
“The goal of Career Services is to prepare our students for their futures,” Montgomery shares. This preparation could be seen all across Mumford Stadium; the students were all dressed in business professional attire with resumes in hand. The seriousness and the level of professionalism with which the students treat this event every year leaves an extremely positive impression on the company representatives. see CAREER FAIR on page 3
What’s real in registration: Southern University Registrar’s Office Spotlight Debrandin Brown ● DIGEST Staff Editor
The registration process at Southern University has become synonymous with a lot of negative placeholders in the past with many students. Although the registration process can indeed be a strenuous process, the many aspects of it often comes down to individual preparation. At the same time, there are many ideas about said process that could, in theory, make things
much easier, if you know who to ask.
university catalogues, and handling transcripts, among other jobs.
Dianna Gilbert Depron, who serves as the university’s GILBERT- registrar, was DEPRON able to shed some light on what all really goes into her department and the actual responsibilities that they have.
As far as Depron’s own responsibilities go as the official Registrar of Southern, communication with the student body is one of the main roles of responsibility that Depron has.
According to Depron, the Registrar’s Office is responsible for maintaining student records, the www.southerndigest.com
“Adding [classes] , dropping [classes], withdrawing from classes, and assisting with transfer requests [are my everyday responsibilities].” said Depron in regards to see FEATURE on page 3
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ID Office Attention students, those who are returning students do not need the new ID card at this time as your cards are still valid. Only incoming freshmen and transfer students are required to get an ID card at this time. There will be an announcement when returning students will be required to get the new ID card. CUSA Tutoring Services Interested in being a tutor? Stop by Stewart Hall Room 155 to see if you meet the requirements. For more information call 225-7712206 or email brittany_ melancon@subr.edu. Need a tutor? Stop by the tutoring center in Stewart Hall Room 155 or the CSE ISTAR Learning Center on the 1st floor of Pinchback Hall. Jaguar Athletics New season tickets can now be purchased online at Ticketmaster. When you purchase season tickets, you can get baseball and basketball season tickets for an additional $100. SUS employees can now purchase season tickets through Payroll Deduction. Call the Ticket Office at 225-771-3171 for more information. Traffic and Parking Friendly Reminder via the Director of Traffic and Parking: Please ensure all parking tag decals are visible in vehicles, which includes: laying flat on dash or hanging from mirror. If you have more than one tag i.e. commuter decal and handicap, please make sure both are visible. If you are
faculty in a reserved spot, please be sure your number matches your parking spot. Bayou Classic BizTech Challenge Gather your best business ideas, a few fellow students, and a faculty advisor, then register to compete in this year’s Bayou Classic BizTech Challenge at biztechchallenge.com. Apply by September 30 to compete for the $10,000 grand prize. Visual Arts Department The opening reception of the 10th Annual Homecoming Art Exhibition will be today from 6PM-8PM in the Frank Hayden Hall Visual Arts Gallery! Women’s Soccer The soccer team will be racing to the goal against Prairie View A&M in Prairie View, Texas on Friday, Sept. 28 at 6PM. On Sunday, Sept. 30 the soccer team will be in Houston, Tx matching up against Texas Southern at 1PM. Homecoming Notice More information about all homecoming events can be found at http://www.subr. edu/page/homecoming. Please be reminded that the campus will experience large crowds that will affect parking and traffic. Plan to arrive early for all activities. Calling the Best and Brightest Become a Part of the SU Quiz Bowl Team. The Local Honda National Quiz Bowl will be held on Wednesday, October 3, 2018, at 6:00PM in the Smith Brown Memorial Student Union. Please
sign-up in Room #103 at the Dolores Spikes Honors College on or before Monday, October 1, 2018 at 5:00PM Prize will be given to participants. Contact: Deadra James Mackie at (225) 771-4854. Jaguar Volleyball Monday, Oct. 1 the Lady Jags will take on the Tigers of Texas Southern at 4 PM in Houston, Tx.. Jaguar Football This weekend, the Southern University Jaguars are playing in the Homecoming game against Alcorn State University on September 29 at the A.W. Mumford Stadium. Wear white! 10th Annual Homecoming Art Exhibition: SU Visual Arts Alumni IV The exhibit will run from September 25th - October 11th, 2018. Opening reception will be held Tuesday, September 25, 2018 from 6:00PM-8:00PM at the Visual Arts Gallery inside Frank Hayden Hall. Hosted by the SU Deparment of Visual and Performing Arts. Gallery Hours are Monday-Thursday 10:00AM-4:00PM.
High-School Preview Day The 2018 Jaguar PreviewHigh School Day on the Bluff, will be held Saturday, November 10. For more information visit: www.subr. edu/jaguarpreview. 88th Miss Southern Coronation Coronation for the 88th Miss Southern University, Darby A. Smith, will be held on Wednesday, September 26, inside F.G. Clark Activity Center at 7PM. White attire is suggested but not required. Suits for the men.
FALL 2018 STAFF EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Jacqueline Morgan
SPORTS EDITOR James Eaglin, Jr.
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DIGEST WRITERS & PHOTOGRAPHERS Ella Dodor Michael Patterson, Jr. Destiny Speaks Dante Davis Courtney Jacobs Adriana Trosclair Taylor Jeanlewis Vincent Honey Elaziah Nickerson Jodeci Ashford Hannah Schlaman Terrance Jones Christina White Leah Williams Julian Alvarez
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News HOMECOMING WEEK 2018 • TUESDAY • SEPTEMBER 25 • 2018
National Historical Black Colleges/ Universities Week Roceyln Hamilton ● DIGEST Staff Writer
In February 2017, President Donald Trump signed an executive order commemorating HBCUs and proclaimed the week of September 16-22 as National Historical Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Week. The purpose of this week was to bring awareness and highlight these universities that have played an integral role in our history and communities. For hundreds of years, HBCUs have served as a safe haven for AfricanAmerican students and paved the way for them to be able get an education when they were not allowed to legally. The very first HBCU dates back to 1837 with the founding of Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, founded by Philanthropist Richard Humphreys. Although Cheyney was the first of all, the first black owned and operated institution was Wilberforce University
in Ohio, founded in 1856. Since then, HBCUs have become the top producers of black doctors, educators, lawyers, etc. “How many places do you go and see a cluster of African-American men and women excelling academically and actually adding value into today’s society? Nowhere, but at an HBCU,” sophomore accounting and business management major, Nykera Dixon, claimed. “HBCUs should be the face of what black excellence looks like,” she continued. Trump’s sudden interest in HBCUs has garnered not only surprise, but also public skepticism from the African-American community. Back in February 2017, shortly after he was sworn into office, Trump met with many HBCU leaders where he moved the initiative on HBCUs from the U.S. Department of Education to a higher position in the White House. It was also here where Trump claimed to make HBCUs a
major priority. “My administration is committed to investing in HBCUs to help ensure that they can educate future generations of American students,” the President said in his proclamation on September 14. Although every HBCU is great in its own respects, one thing that they all have in common is dealing with issues of funding. Unlike predominately white institutions, most HBCUs do not have the same available funding, which is often seen publicly. Over the summer, Louisiana students protested state budget cuts that would affect funding for higher education, and more specifically, the Taylor Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS). But thanks to a special session, funding for higher education was stabilized and TOPS was fully funded. Southern University English Professor, Dr. Rasheedah Jenkins commented, “In light of
recent years state budget cuts to higher education in Louisiana, Southern in particular, has to become more self-sustainable and fiscally responsible.” But even with budget cuts, HBCUs, Southern in particular, continue to receive support and donations from various outside sources. In Fall 2017, Southern announced a $1 million partnership with Raising Cane’s that included an academic partnership, an athletics partnership and sponsoring the Human Jukebox. Just recently, the school received $40,000 from the Home Depot “Retool Your School” Challenge that is being put towards the restoration of the John B. Cade Library. While, Southern, along with every other HBCU, is not perfect and has room for improvements, these institutions continue to produce many leaders and be a source of education for students of all kind.
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her role as Registrar on a day-to-day basis. Before taking over as the university Registrar, Depron served as the Executive Director of Admissions for Southern. Despite the change, Depron said herself that the positives of her new position makes the change worth it. “The difference between [being Registrar] and being Director of Admissions is that I get the opportunity to see all students and help [students] with their problems.” said Depron about her favorite part of her job. Depron joked that the traffic that goes
through her office on a daily basis is so constant, that she has taken to calling her office the “Problem Office” because “if a student has a problem, they normally come here first.” “You’re going to run into problems regardless. [You just have] to get it done as early as you can to minimize the problems you will run into.” said Devin Raby, a sophomore civil engineering major from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Many share Raby’s view of the registration process, including Ryan White, a sophomore civil engineering major from New Orleans, Louisiana.
“It’s cool for what it is, but I feel like there are things they can do better. Like if you don’t catch [registration] when it first starts, then you’re probably just out of luck.” said White in regards to the registration process and being able to choose good classes. While it is the goal of the everyone involved to have the smoothest transition in terms of the registration process, both the student body and those who work in registration have spoken to the difficulties that come with the registration process.
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Joe from the CIA says that this is one of the things that really makes Southern stand out from other universities, “The students are ready. They come ready with a resume and dressed for an interview. It seems like the students here are looking for a job and a career. You don’t see that at every career fair.” Some of the students however, are concerned with the lack of companies that cater to the majors outside of the more difficult S.T.E.M disciplines, “The companies are not diverse enough. If you are not a business or S.T.E.M major, then there isn’t as much of a reason to come,” said Ryan West, the Co. Communications Chair for the National Society of Black Engineers. Similarly, Darrel Moses Jr., a Career Services Ambassador, also agrees that there needs to be an increase in not only the amount of companies but also the quality of companies. “The career fair this year is a prominent event and provides great opportunities for students. But more of the bigger Fortune 500 companies like Apple or Google are needed as better incentives for students,” Moses suggests. This fact is not lost on Mrs. Montgomery however. She knows and understands better than anyone that the Career Fair still has room to grow and improve. “We are always trying to improve,” Montgomery admits. The students themselves have to take on some of the responsibility too, however. Most of the top companies want students with 3.0 GPAs or higher so students have to achieve high marks in order to attract and encourage companies to invest time and money into Southern. “We need our students to take ownership of their journey during their matriculation at Southern University and take care of business in the classroom so that they can get gainful employment once they graduate,” said Montgomery. On that matter, Mrs. Montgomery urges every student on campus to use all of the resources available so that our ends are as good as our beginnings. “This is your future, invest in it,” Montgomery finished. WARREN from page 1
notes him as a factor of his success. “Derrick Warren is a prime example of an ideal mentor. Someone who walked the same road as me long before I had the map. From one North Louisianian to another, one SGA President to another, one Computer Scientist to another, one Beta Sigma Alpha man to another, and most importantly one Southernite to another. Derrick Warren has impacted me and so many more youth in more ways than one. His willingness, selflessness, and determination to be the best version of himself is a testament within itself,” Brown reflected. Many students share Brown’s sentiment, and look forward to Warren’s tenure as the Alumni Director. For more about Derrick Warren, stop by the alumni house located next to the John b. Cade library.
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4 JAGUAR SPORTS
Sports HOMECOMING WEEK 2018 • TUESDAY • SEPTEMBER 25 • 2018 Sports Commentary
The morality of sports betting Debrandin Brown ● DIGEST Sports Editor
Gambling in sports, for a long time, has been viewed as somewhat of a taboo among many circles of athletics.
Will to win: Despite being down early, Jags’ scratch their way to victory in Gulf Coast Challenge
Sophomore, quarterback, John Lampley, breaks for a rush against Alabama A&M during the Gulf Coast Challenge in Mobile, Alabama at Ladd-Peebles Stadium on September 22 (Keith Lewis/ DIGEST)
Cameron Fontenot● DIGEST Sports Writer
Despite a rough start, the Southern University Jaguars still found a way to begin conference play with a win over the Alabama A&M Bulldogs, as the two schools participated in the Gulf Coast Challenge at Ladd Peebles Stadium in Mobile, Alabama last weekend. Southern began the game with the ball and attempted to incorporate the hurry-up offense early on. While doing so, the Jaguars were able to score quickly, thanks to a 10-yard touchdown pass from sophomore quarterback John Lampley to senior tight end Dennis Craig. However, two interceptions later, thrown by Lampley, stalled the SU offense and put the the defense in difficult positions throughout the
first quarter, allowing the Bulldogs to take a 21-6 advantage at one point in the game. A couple of possessions later, the Jaguars controlled the ball with decent field position, reached the Bulldog 39 yard line. Following an 11-yard completion to sophomore receiver Kendall Catalon, and a 22yard run by Lampley, the offense again coughed the ball up on the 1 yard line, and the ball is recovered by defensive lineman Eli Jackson. With the Bulldogs on their own 1 yard line, Junior defensive end Jahmal Tillman stormed into the Bulldog backfield, stopping their starting running back in the end zone, giving the Jaguar defense a safety. At this point, the Jaguars still were behind 21-8. Following the safety kickoff, the Jaguars gave the ball right back to the Bulldogs. As Lampley stepped
back to throw, he was stripped from behind by the Alabama A&M defense, giving the Bulldogs possession at Southern’s 49 yard line with 5:57 remaining in the 2nd quarter. After a quick three-and-out by the Bulldogs, the Jaguars set up shop on their own 23 yard line. The Jaguars struggled at first to get a first down, but due to a roughing the kicker penalty by the Bulldogs, the Jaguars were able to start fresh again at their own 35 yard line with 1:05 remaining. A couple of big plays later, the Jaguars were able to punch the ball into the end zone off of a Lampley screen pass to running back Devon Benn. The Jaguars went into the half trailing to Alabama A&M, 21-15. Adjustments were made coming out of halftime as the Jags were able to force a turnover on downs on Southern’s 30 yard line. With 11:47 remaining in the 3rd, the Jaguars were able to march down the field due to big plays from John Lampley and Devon Benn. Now on the Bulldogs 2 yard line, running back Benn runs the ball into the end zone, giving the Jaguars back their first lead since the first quarter. The Jaguars now lead 22-21. On the ensuing possession, the Jaguar defense stepped up again, as junior nose tackle CeaJae Bryant stripped the ball from quarterback, giving the Jaguars the ball back at the Bulldogs 33 yard line with 6:11 remaining in the 3rd. Three plays later, junior running back Jamarqueza Mims scores on a 25yard run as the Jaguars now lead, 29-21. The Jaguars have scored 23 unanswered points.
Defensive backs, Montavius Gaines and Chase Foster tackle Alabama A&M wide receiver, Octayvious Miles, in Saturday’s SWAC Conference opener. (Contara Mayfield/DIGEST)
At the 5:00 mark in the fourth quarter, the Bulldogs ferociously stormed down the field after powerful plays on offense. Alabama A&M was able to run it into the end zone, bringing the game within 2 see GCC CLASSIC on page 5
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Ever since the Supreme Court’s ruling earlier this year that made gambling in sports legal however, many have begun to have second thoughts on the morality involved in the entire issue of gambling in sports. The issue with morality and sitting on that metaphorical high horse that many professional sports leagues have in regards to gambling, is that once the tides of public opinion turn, who you are and how you truly feel about those conflictingly moral issues are shown in totality. For decades, the media has glossed over and romanticized the immorality that sports leagues all over the world partake in under the guise innocence and fandom stereotypes, to the point where what objectively obvious in the past is now simply a reactant of public opinion. With gambling now legal in sports nowadays, it is only natural that those same leagues who suspended Pete Rose and are keeping him out of the Hall of Fame have found ways to get a piece of that pie for themselves. With sites such as Fanduel, leagues have introduced ways to insert themselves into the cash flow, and just like that, what was once a sports taboo is just another part of NFL game days afternoon programming. I am not against sports gambling, and I think that if a private company wants new revenues of money, then more power to them in securing their bag. This being said, the hypocrisy that comes as a byproduct of how they do business makes them seem more and more insincere by the day in regards to any judgement they hand down to their players. The biggest thing in professional sports is respecting the name of the league that you play in, and having respect for such a thing is a reasonable request for most people. The problem with that mindset however, is that it seems only the players must be held responsible for the image of their respective leagues, and that has to stop if any of the major sports leagues want any semblance of respect from their employees. At some point, these leagues will have to represent something outside of their bottom line, and at some point, they will have to stand for something, regardless of how it may look to the media. If the biggest issue for sports see SPORTS BETTING on page 5
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Sports HOMECOMING WEEK 2018 • TUESDAY • SEPTEMBER 25 • 2018
2018 SWAC West Roundup Recap Leah Williams ● DIGEST Sports Writer
The first game was at 12:30 PM against Alabama A&M University. The Jags won all three sets: 25-20, 25-19, and 25-18. The second game was at 3:00 PM against Mississippi Valley State. This game was close, going all the way to 5 sets, but the Jags came out on top winning the 1st set 25-22, the 3rd set 25-18, and the 5th set 15-12. The Jags lost the 2nd set 20-25 and the 4th set 20-25. All five sets were close. The Jags and Devils were battling it out point for point during the entire match.
Sameera Mohamed, a 20 year old Junior defensive specialist from Baton Rouge, Louisiana was happy about the win, but she feels that they could’ve done better. “I thought we fought well, but we didn’t show our full potential. The conference has definitely gotten tougher and all the teams look great, but this year we are striving to be on top,” says Mohamed.
points. However, on the twopoint conversion, the stout Southern defense performs a goal-line stand, preserving a 2927 edge. The Bulldogs attempt the onside kick with 1:13 remaining, but is unsuccessful, sealing the 29-27 come-frombehind victory for the Jaguars. Quarterback John Lampley completed 24 of 38 passes for 204 yards with two touchdowns and is the leading rusher of the game with 99 yards. Running back Devon Benn adds 86 yards on the ground.
Friday, September 21, the volleyball team hosted this year’s SWAC West Roundup Tournament. They won both matches on Friday and lost both on Saturday.
Saturday didn’t go as well, losing to Alabama State and Jackson State. The Jags played Alabama State at 10:00 AM and lost in 3 close matches: 20-25, 2325, and 20-25. The Jags played Jackson State at 7:12 PM and lost in 5 matches: 25-22, 25-21, 20-25, 14-25, and 9-15.
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Although the players weren’t available to speak after the game, head coach Dawson Odums expressed how happy he was with the team. “I know the heartbeat of the team, and we got guys that’s going to compete,” said Odums. “I feel like this can jumpstart something special.” Senior, setter, Vaterra Calais serving the ball into play against Mississippi Valley State on Friday, September 21 during the 2018 SWAC Roundup. (Leah Williams/DIGEST)
New assistant coach Rondolyn Bryant, former Middle Blocker at the University of New Orleans, was excited about the competition in the tournament. “I’m super excited about competing this weekend! The teams that are here are bringing good competition, but so are we!lI have full confidence that our team will bring their A game to each match,” says Bryant. Vatera Calais, a 21 year old Senior Setter from St. Martinville, Louisiana
feels that they have to learn to work better as a team. “We have a lot to work on as a team. Individually, we are amazing. We just have to work on putting it together, but I trust we’ll get there,” says Calais. Along with Southern, Alabama State, Alcorn State, Alabama A&M, Jackson State, Grambling State, Mississippi Valley State, Texas Southern, and University of Arkansas Pine Bluff played in the tournament. It ended Sunday, September 23.
The Jaguars improved their record to (2-2, 1-0 SWAC) and the Bulldogs fell to (1-3) (0-1 SWAC). This coming Saturday, the Jaguars will face a tough Alcorn State team for homecoming. Kickoff is at 6 p.m. and the game will be a white-out game. SPORTS BETTING from page 4
teams is for the players to protect their image and respect the foundations of the game, then the least they can do is stand strong by the foundations that they so righteously stood upon in the beginning.
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6 PHOTOS OF THE WEEK
Around Campus HOMECOMING WEEK 2018 • TUESDAY • SEPTEMBER 25 • 2018
GOSPEL CONCERT: Southern Univerisity Gospel Choir performs at the Gospel Fest concert during Homecoming Week on Monday, September 24 in the F.G. Clark Activity Center. (Rocelyn Hamilton/ DIGEST)
ECUMENICAL SERVICE: SUS Chief of Staff, Dr. Katara Williams, awards Founder and Pastor of Living Faith Christian Center, Bishop Raymond W. Johnson, for his participation during Ecumenical Worship Service in The Royal Cotillion Ballroom on Monday, September 24. (Jodeci Ashford/DIGEST)
FINANCIAL LITERACY: Members of the Beta Psi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. and the Alpha Sigma Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. host a Finacial Literacy night in the Harris Hall Annex on September 20. (Kyndall Jones/DIGEST))
CUTS FOR SUCCESS: SU Alumnus, Willie McCorkle, III gets students prepared for the 2018 Career Exploration Day at the Southern University barbershop during “Cuts for Success” hosted by Men’s Federation on Tuesday, September 18. (Michael Patterson/DIGEST)
CAREER FAIR: Yvette Woody of International Business Machines, also Southern University alumna, speaks with a student at the 2018 Career Fair hosted by the SU Career Services Center in F. G. Clark Activity Center on Wednesday, September 19. (Courtney Jacobs/DIGEST)
TO THE HOOP: Senior, Rehabilitation Services Major, Quintin Hall, drives to the goal during in the Alumni vs Students basketball game in F.G Clark Activity Center on Sunday, September 23. (Adriana Trosclair/ DIGEST)
THE FACE-OFF: Members of the Southern Jaguar offense line up to take the snap in Mobile, Alabama at the Gulf Coast Challenge versus the Alabama A&M Bullbogs on Saturday, September 22. (Contara Mayfield/DIGEST)
NOT TODAY: Junior, right side hitter, Brianna Hawkins, prepares to block the spike attempt by Southeastern at the volleyball game between Southern University and Southeastern on Tuesday, September 18 in Seymour gym. (Courtney Jacobs/DIGEST)
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TALENT SHOW: Sophomore, Business Management Major, Joshua Bell carries the crowd away with “Can We Talk” by Tevin Campbell at Southern University Homecoming Talent Show in The Royal Cotillion Ballroom on Monday, September 24. (Jodeci Ashford/DIGEST)
PRAISE BREAK: Gospel Recording Artist, Joshua Rodgers, perfoms at the Gospel Fest concert during Homecoming on Monday, September 24 in the F.G. Clark Activity Center. (Rocelyn Hamilton/DIGEST)
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8 A&E
Arts & Entertainment HOMECOMING WEEK 2018 • TUESDAY • SEPTEMBER 25 • 2018
Honors Student Association:
International Fashion Show a good start, Dean promises more to come Dante Davis ● DIGEST Staff Writer
International Day of Peace 2018
The Honors Student Association (HSA), in conjunction with the Department of International Affairs, hosted an International Fashion Show Extravaganza at Southern University on September 21. The International Fashion Show Extravaganza was a display of different cultures through clothing. The different fabrics and unique materials that made up each of the native outfits highlighted how different countries around the world have cultural similarities . The garbs worn by the models representing Pakistan were distinctly different from the ones representing India, despite the fact that the two countries border each other. This is contrasted by how different the pieces worn by the models representing Mali and Nigeria were. They were made out of two completely different materials, bogolan and batik, with two very distinct patterns. The western hemisphere was also represented with styles from the United States and Mexico. In total, over 15 different countries were showcased, making the Fashion Show Extravaganza a success. This is mainly attributed to the efforts of Assistant
Source/AP Destiny Speaks● DIGEST Staff Writer Participants pose for a quick photo during the SU Honors college multicultural extravaganza fashion show inside T.T. Allain on Friday, September 21 to showcase cultures from all over the world (Julian Alvarez/DIGEST)
Professor of Biology and Academic Advisor of the Dolores Margaret Richard Spikes Honors College, Deadra L. James Mackie, who had the idea for the Honors College to do a fashion show, “I thought students would want to show off their clothes, their cultures and beliefs,” explained Mackie.
Dean of International Affairs and University Outreach, Dr. Barbara West Carpenter, gives a event overview during the SU Honors college multicultural extravaganza fashion show inside T.T. Allain on Friday, September 21. (Julian Alvarez/DIGEST)
The fashion show in question however, is just the first part in a bigger plan by the Office of International Affairs. In an interview with Louisiana State Representative and Dean of International Affairs and University Outreach, Dr. Barbara West Carpenter, she explained that this is going see FASHION SHOW on page 10
Lucky with a Touch of Lux and a Sprinkle of Eris: Student Entrepreneur Spotlight Kennedy Abney ● DIGEST Staff Writer
Flourishing hair, perfect toned skin, and a bomb brand to match. That sounds appealing, right? What about masks made to target acne, oils to promote hair growth, or a pomade made just for the waves to swim? If these products grab your attention, or seem interesting to you, I would like to introduce you to two trendy skin, hair and clothing lines on Southern University’s campus: Natural Eris and Lux P.
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The right piece of mind:
Anthalynn Howard, better known as “Lucky”, is a 20-yearold business management major with a minor in apparel merchandising and textile from Detroit, Michigan. Lucky took a sudden interest in makeup
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Items from the Epris and Lux P line. (Kennedy Madison/DIGEST)
and design her junior year of high school. She retreated to YouTube, and from there endured many late nights cooking up formulas, often finding what worked and what did not by trial and error.
Fashion Show/Comedy Show @6:00pm (SU Mini Dome)
Anthalynn stayed consistent and never lost her faith, and because of that, her business has grown from being very small and not that well known see SPOTLIGHT on page 10
WEDNESDAY
Coronation: 88th Miss Southern @7:00pm (SU Mini Dome)
John Lennon said it best,“Peace is not something you wish for; It’s something you make, Something you do , Something you are, And something you give away”. This past Friday, September 21, the world celebrated International Day of Peace, a national holiday established in 1981, devoted to strengthening the peace in the world. The theme of International Peace Day 2018 is “The Right to Peace,” in celebration of 70 years since the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. During this celebration individuals make conscious efforts to improve their community or even themselves. Anything ranging from the arts, sports, health and now social injustices, that impact specific ethnic groups in America, are all areas that could use improvement as a result of International Day of Peace. This international day has proven to defuse and resolve conflicts, displaying acts of kindness and even allotting time to become one with yourself and doing things to improve the mental health state of yourself. When Director of Communications and Mass Communications alumni, Ms. Janene Tate was asked how she planned on spending her International Day of Peace she stated “ Morning meditation and heart chakra clearing.” In Logic’s album entitled Everybody he has a song called “Anziety” he speaks on how mental illness and awareness is widely overlooked. “People in the street going ape s**t Battling depression but nobody wanna say s**t.” In the hip hop industry, as well as the black community, things such “depression” or “anxiety” are often things that are just seen as being see DAY OF PEACE on page 10
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Homecoming Concert @7:00pm (SU Mini Dome)
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Homecoming Campus Safety Guide Helpful tips to stay safe in the bluff during the week Najeri Evans● DIGEST Staff Editor
It’s that time of the year again! Homecoming, which means this week is practically social chaos, all in the name of school pride. Classes are a no-show, “do you even go here” is a common phrase in passing, everyone is walking around white girl wasted, and all of campus is a party. Everyone’s favorite time of year, Homecoming, can unfortunately also be one of the most dangerous without everyone taking some necessary precautions. College women, between the ages of 18 and 24, are three times as likely to be assaulted compared to all women. This fact is scary but a lack of resources, preventative or reactive, is even scarier. Luckily, Southern is making improvements to campus that reflect a new attitude about women’s safety. New emergency poles have been constructed and the JagSafe
app has been updated. The app even has a feature named Friendwatch. With Friendwatch, students can set a timer, which provides an allotted amount of time to complete a task, like walking home alone at night. When prompted, if the student doesn’t indicate that they have completed their journey safely the app contacts an emergency contact. It also features direct access to the Southern University Police Department so students can request a shuttle or report a crime. These changes are vital in creating a safe environment for all people of the Jaguar Nation. Although
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If walking alone: stay in lighted areas, be alert and be aware of your surroundings.
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Use the panic feature on your iPhone (press power button five times) if you have an emergency.
these updates are a step in the right direction, more work can always be done. Along with tools Southern
provides, individual precautions should always be taken.
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Greeks and Band Geeks: A HBCU affair
Jacqueline Morgan● DIGEST Editor-in-Chief
The Southern University Jaguars took on the Bulldogs of Alabama A&M this weekend in the first annual Gulf Coast Challenge in Mobile, Alabama. Often referred to as “the Ultimate HBCU Experience,” the Gulf Coast Challenge, “was created to enhance the exposure of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in this enriched community,” according to thegulfcoastchallenge.com. Competing alongside both football teams were fans, cheerleaders, and two bands with competitive histories.
The action began to heat up at 6 p.m. with the HBCU Greek Fest and Battle of the Bands inside the Mobile Civic Center. Greeks from Alabama A&M University, and the Mobile Chapter of Kappa League took the stage before the bands, showing off some of their culture while incorporating some dance moves and songs native to Baton Rouge. As the Greeks left the stage, host for the evening, comedian Steve Brown, began to hype the crowd in preparation for The Human Jukebox see GULF COAST on page 10
Southern University Human JukeBox performs at the Gulf Coast Challenge Battle of The Bands in Mobile, Alabama on September 21 at Mobile Civic Center. (Keith Lewis/ DIGEST)
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Homecoming Pep Rally @12:00pm (SU Mini Dome)
Homecoming Greek Show @7:00pm (SU Mini Dome)
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Parade @8:00am HC Game @6:00pm
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The Aftermath Brunch Mayberry Dining Hall @12:00pm
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and The Marching Maroon and White to march in. Senior criminal justice major, Joshua Johnson, is a New Orleans native and a member of the Human Jukebox. His take on the battle stemmed from the similar cultures in New Orleans and Mobile. “This battle was more like a scrimmage for [the band], we were ready for just about anything. I came to represent for the culture everybody says New Orleans stole
from Alabama,” Johnson said. The Human Jukebox rocked the crowd, playing favorites like Lil Duval’s “Smile”, Queen Naija’s “Medicine”, and Migos’ “Narcos,” while The Marching Maroon and White played band classics, managing to blare Dru Hill’s “Beauty.” The crowd left was left satisfied, both opponents and fans filled with school pride and contingent confidence of a win. DAY OF PEACE from page 8
Sophomore Dancing Doll , Kaylon Mallet, dancing at the Gulf Coast challenge in Mobile, Alabama September 21 (Keith Lewis /DIGEST)
“in your feelings”. Viceland’s show The Therapist, hosting stars such as Young M.A., Dej Loaf, and even the infamous Joe Budden is creating an image that lets fans and individuals that consider these artists as role models know that it is ok to express your feelings and not be considered to be in “a sunken place” like Kanye. Sarah Wade, senior accounting major from Brusly, Louisiana feels as though for International Day of Peace, Southern University should host events to promote the national holiday, going on to say, “ By Southern promoting peace on campus and in the surrounding areas it will create an environment that will teach us all a good lesson about uplifting one another and not just those that people know on a more personal level.”
go and purchase a gun and then turn around and be killed simply for reacting to emotions that they cannot control. This raises red flags with mental health advocates because it seems to them as something that is taken lightly by not only officers but a lot of society. Grad school Sociology major from Houston, Texas, Shannon would like for anyone battling with any sort of mental health disorder to know that it is ok not to be ok. She proceeds to encourage saying “ Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Don’t let school stress you out or make you feel like you’re not doing enough. You don’t want it to effect your mental health because that is most important. Use any strategies to help you relax. Pay attention to warning signs of mental health concerns!”
According to the Washington Post between 2015 and 2016 nearly 500 people with mental illnesses were killed. This comes as a result of lack of understanding. People living with mental health issues can
With that being said the theme “The right to peace” is ideal for this time period in the world. A day where those with mental illnesses can just exhale and be granted their right to a peace of mind. FASHION SHOW from page 8
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to one of the biggest known brands on campus. As of now, Lux P is her new upcoming brand that is mainly a clothing line. Natural Eris has many products for hair and skin. A Drop of Sugar Body Scrub, Kingly Swim Wave Pomade, Royal Feelin’ Hair and Beard Oil, and Way2Greaux hair mask are just some of the many products representing Natural Eris. Lucky has many great things in store for both Lux P and Natural Eris. So far, she has participated in the entrepreneur pop-up shop held earlier in the school year in the union and gained many new clients because
of that opportunity. As the school year goes by, she plans on hosting events, promoting her brand on the yard, creating new products, and expanding her team of brand ambassadors. Lucky expects an abundance of success in the near future. She wants to touch the lives of others, participate in community service, and start mentoring young and older people. Her favorite quote is “No matter what type of support you have, no matter who believes in your brand or anything you try to do in life, as long as you believe in yourself, you can do anything.”
Artifacts being showcased during the SU Honors college multicultural extravaganza fashion show inside T.T. Allain on Friday, September 21. (Julian Alvarez/DIGEST)
to be a monthly event hosted by the different colleges around campus, “Each college will be expected to do something relating to globalization.” This means that each college will have an opportunity to do something unique to showcase the different cultures around the world in an effort to expose the students of Southern University to cultures outside of the United States. The Honors College was chosen first because this is a priority for Distinguished Professor of Physics and Chancellor’s Fellow Dean of the Dolores Margaret Richard Spikes Honors College, Dr. Diola Bagayoko. He emphatically
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emphasized the need for students to have an understanding of the world if they are to compete in this global economy, saying, “Telecommunications is shrinking space and time, it is paramount that our students develop a sense of globalization and a perspective of the rest of the world.” The end goal is for this monthly event to get students educated about different cultures and to get them interested in travelling abroad. Only time will tell if this makes a lasting impact on the student body, but like Dr. Carpenter said, “It was a good start.”
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What not to wear: Fall edition Courney Jacobs ● DIGEST Staff Writer
Everyone’s favorite time of the year is finally here: The Fall season! Fall is known for its breezy days with lots of overcast—which is basically nonexistent here in Louisiana. Our Fall consists of cool mornings that turn into hotter than who knows what afternoons, then chills again for the evening/night time. We all know the crazy temperatures that we must endure, so I am compiling a few suggestions for us to have a best dressed fall. Ladies make sure you hold out on the Ugg boots (this includes me)! As soon as we realize the temperature will start in the 60s we are quick to pull out the bougie boots but let us not be fooled! We know by 12pm it’s going to rise a good 20 something degrees. Instead, if you’re worried about your feet being cold, just put on some sneakers or some socks with those slides. I assure you you’ll be most comfortable since the bottom of your feet won’t be sweating. The infamous Uggs will have their time, I promise. The fleece jackets will have their time as well. We may not even need those until January (if that) so until then just rock some good old-fashioned layers. A cardigan paired with a long sleeve if you’re really feeling chilly, or even a light jacket will do. Top it off with jeans and you have a nice outfit that should keep you warm with this Louisiana Fall. Personally, I like to wear color any time of the year, so wear whatever makes your heart sing with joy! Whether it’s all black (the color of my soul) or a bright colorful piece, in my opinion that is what truly makes you stand out. Fellas, I can’t really say anything since I’m not too familiar with male apparel, but sweatpants season is almost here, and I assure you many are excited for that.
YES WE’RE SOCIAL!
Leah Williams ● DIGEST Staff Writer
With Southern University’s professors, you never know what you’re going to get. It’s mostly ones that truly care about you and want to see you succeed and rude ones that don’t really care much about you. There are some, but not a whole lot that are in between. We’ve all had at least one of those annoying professors that is extremely difficult to deal with or just rude for no reason. If you’re a junior or senior, you’ve probably dealt with quite a few of them. Trust me, I’ve been dealing with the same one like that for a few years now. From my experience these past three years at Southern, here’s a few tips that I’ve learned the hard way to help deal with one of those. Do not miss their class, be late to class, or leave early. Ever. If you do, you better have a documented excuse. Sometimes life happens, but if it’s already a rude and difficult person, this will just
help you dig yourself into a deeper hole. And even with documented excuses, don’t make it a habit. Even if it’s not an important class to you, try to treat it like a job. This should be common sense, but don’t sit in their face on your phone doing nothing all class. Some professors will put you out for that. Pay attention and take notes. It gives them less of a reason to ever give you a hard time. If you have questions, don’t be afraid to go talk to them during their office hours. That’s literally what the office hours are for, so utilize them. But if you are going to ask them, be sure to tell them what you do understand and then ask about what you don’t understand. They’re not going to reteach you a whole chapter, but they will fill in the gaps of what you’re not quite grasping. The more they see your face, the better because it shows them that you take their class serious and you actually care. Also, let’s be honest, some people grade
slightly off of favoritism, so make sure you’re on that list of favorites. Don’t test them. No matter how mean they seem, every professor likes a student that does their work. You don’t have to be a teacher’s pet, but make sure you turn in your work on time. We are adults now, they don’t wanna hear sob stories about why you couldn’t get your work done. This also goes back to treating it like a job. Again for the people in the back, we are adults. You are expected to be able to balance your schedule and get your work done. Lastly, patience is key, especially if it is a professor for your major because you will have to deal with them for several classes and you will need them at some point. Stay respectful even if they give you attitude. Sometimes that’s way easier said than done, but this isn’t high school anymore. Fussing with a professor will literally get you nowhere. By all means speak up if they are wrong or contradicting themselves, but keep it classy.
From social media to social danger Ella Dodor ● DIGEST Staff Writer
I don’t know about y’all, but I was a bad kid in school growing up. I was the kid who cut up in school all the time and had to have somebody go with me on field trips or I wasn’t going. My mama even had to work close by to the school so she could come if I needed reprimanding. Out of all of my shenanigans, I have never had a teacher or an adult in a school system put their hands on me. The Georgia School for Innovation and the Classics sent consent forms home to parents to give teachers permission to paddle students in their new corporal punishment policy. Let me tell y’all how the Georgia School for Innovation and the Classics
would’ve had me messed up on several levels, I do not have kids but let me be very clear when I say that I am not and will not be the one or the two when it comes to my future children. I pray for the person who decides to try it with my child because it is not gonna go well by the time I get to the school. Who’s to say you aren’t some sick individual that gets a kick out of hurting people? How is the Georgia School for Innovation and the Classics going to differentiate between corporal punishment and child abuse? Those would be the exact reasons why my child would be removed from that school with no further discussion. There is absolutely no good reason in my mind that would make me say “ok let me sign this”.
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According to the American Psychological Association, “many studies have shown that physical punishment— including spanking, hitting and other means of causing pain — can lead to increased aggression, antisocial behavior, physical injury and mental health problems for children.” I agree with this statistic and would go to further emphasize the mental health aspect. Paddling children in my opinion, would instill a level of fear and anxiety, rather than instill a level of respect for adults which is also very important. In the black community, mental health is already severely overlooked and to top it off the “preschool to prison pipeline” is an enormous negative factor as well. Are you connecting the dots
here? Paddling the children could instill fear, fear could cause disengagement, decrease in motivation, and less participation in students, fast forward to high school and you’ll have a kid who is only in school to evade truancy court with low test scores and a low GPA. How will this make the school system look when y’all got bad scores? Will the school system’s funding get cut from low scores? In what aspects could corporal punishment in a K-12 institution do more harm than good? Please enlighten me I would love to have a conversation. You can teach children to respect their elders without paddling, as an educator this is what you got your degree in, y’all wanted to teach so teach and don’t beat!
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NASA Days 2018!! NASA is coming to Southern University EVENTS: NASA Internship Workshops, Networking opportunities with NASA Managers, and Interviews with NASA Managers Representatives and hiring managers are holding Information sessions for student to discuss Pathways and Internships programs and opportunities September 24 - 27, 2018. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Students at all academic levels who are majoring in engineering, life and physical sciences, mathematics, computer science, business, accounting and other STEM-related fields should attend. WHEN: Tuesday, September 25 through Thursday, September 27, 2018 Tuesday, September 25: NASA Internship Workshops (4 Sessions): 8:30am, 10:30am, 1:15pm, 3:00pm (Pinchback Hall-High Tech) Wednesday, September 26: NASA Internship Workshops (2 Sessions): 8:30am, 10:30pm (Pinchback Hall-High Tech) NASA Managers Presentation and Discussion to students: 3:00-5:30pm (Pinchback Hall-High Tech) WHERE: College of Sciences and Engineering, Southern University and A&M College,
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THANK YOU! To the Faculty, Staff and Students that participated in the Career Fair that was held on September 19, 2018 Your Participation was Greatly Appreciated
Happy Homecoming!
We Encourage You to Participate in the Spring Career Fair on February 20, 2019
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