The Collegian

OUR 97th YEAR

ISSUE 1

www.thescsucollegian.com WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2010

What Happened?

State’s two year MEAC streak over as Bethune-Cookman blanks SC State 14-0.

BY NKOSI KENNEDY SPORTS EDITOR

Photo and caption courtesy BRIAN LINDER/T&D Bulldogs’ quarterback Malcolm Long looks for a receiver.

The perfect storm hit Orangeburg last Saturday in SC State’s 14-0 loss to Bethune-Cookman.

Bad offense, questionable calls, and numerous mental mistakes helped the Wildcats put together an impressive victory over the Bulldogs.

This loss snaps SC State’s 13-game home winning streak as well as a 21game MEAC streak.

On paper, the Bulldogs matched up with BCU favorably. Chris Massey had 123 yards rushing on 22 carries and SC State’s defense held the number one MEAC offense to 14 points and 339 total yards. But those 14 points were all the Wildcats needed in the Bulldogs first loss this season.

This was one of those games where the stat sheet doesn’t tell the true story.

While the defense played well, the offense was less than spectacular.

The ground game had limited success, but this was not the problem. It was the inaccurate passing game that put the dreams of another MEAC championship in doubt.

Starter Malcolm Long looked lost at times, missing several open wide receivers. When he did have time to throw, he locked onto his first option, only disengaging when under pressure.

It became so obvious that Bulldog fans were screaming in the third quarter “throw to the open man Long.”

Towards the end of the third quarter, Long was taken out by Coach Pough in favor of Derrick Wiley; the sophomore backup quarterback.

Wiley moved the Bulldogs down the field successfully, putting SC State in a first and goal at the four yard line, but, inexplicably, Coach Pough put Long back into the game, resulting in a four yard loss.

SEE FOOTBALL ON PAGE 7

The Greeks are back

Photos by Eric Smith/Student Media

BY JASMAINE RAVANELL CHIEF COPY EDITOR Ever noticed that a few Greeks are missing from the yard?

Alpha Phi Alpha, Omega Psi Phi, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternities Inc. and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. are coming back home.

Starting Sept, 1, Alpha Phi Alpha, Kappa Alpha Psi and Omega Psi Phi Fraternities returned to the yard. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc, will return in December 2010.

According to Director of Student Life Lillian Adderson, the organizations were suspended for a “violation.”

Unwilling to discuss more about the

suspension, Adderson expressed how she felt about the returning Greeks. “I love it!,” she said. “The Vice President [of Student Affairs] saw the importance of them returning, and I believe they have a strong purpose and a strong presence.

They’re very important to the University.”

Senior Benjamin Jackson, president of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc, was also happy. “It feels great to be back,” he said. “We finally get to do positive things in the name of Alpha, not just for the school but for the community.”

President of the Omega Psi Fraternity Inc, Adam Kinloch echoed the same sentiments, and added that the Omegas are ready to show SC State a “new version” of the fraternity.

The senior elementary education major said that one thing SC State can expect from the Omegas this year is “staying out of trouble and doing things…positive things.” Kinloch said that by prohibiting students to wear paraphernalia and “jump across the water at football games” they have learned their lesson and have matured.

Likewise, the Kappas who are also known as the “Nupes,” who have been off the yard the longest said they were happy to be back on the yard and are eager to contribute to SC State. “We believe that like other fraternities and sororities Kappa Alpha Psi has played and will continue to play an integral role on campus,” said Interim Adviser SEE GREEKS ON PAGE 3

Meet Miss Homecoming 2010

BY LACREATCIA ADAMS OP/ED EDITOR

Name: Malia Mason Hometown: Hyattsville, MD Classification: Senior Major: Family and Consumer Sciences Business-Fashion Merchandising Extracurricular Activities: Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity, Inc and President of Fashion Merchandising Association Hobbies: Traveling, drawing, painting, sewing, shopping, reading, and spending time with family Astrological Sign: Virgo Status: Single From just noticing her walking to-and-from class, one would think that Malia is a very quiet person, but after interacting with her, you will find out that her softspoken demeanor is just the tip of the iceberg to her Homecoming Queen 2010 Malia Mason extroverted personality.

Photos by LaCreatcia Adams/The Collegian

Q. What made you run for Miss Homecoming?

A. I wanted to try and step out of my shell; do something big before I graduated from college and enter the real world Q. How did you get elected Miss Homecoming?

A. Well the process is filling the application out from the Office of Student Life and Leadership and from there you wait for a phone call because they have to check and make sure your are financially cleared. You cannot be on Tuition Payment Plan, everything must be paid in full in order to run for Miss Homecoming. From there, you will meet with the Lillian Adderson [Director of Student Life and Leadership] and she will inform you what date and time you will prepare and present a Campaign Speech to the footballers. You have the option of bringing the football players treats if you would like to, and you have to make sure that you dress tastefully and just SEE HOMECOMING ON PAGE 3

Inside this Issue

Simona Says Can you ever truly get over an ex.

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New Stanback Exhibit: Partnership in Social Justice

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Meet the GQ and Beauty of the week.

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Roscoe Dash The entertainer talks baout his career, life and love.

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OP/ED

The Collegian • WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010

Where has The Collegian been?

BY JONATHAN WHITE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

It has been a long wait, but The Collegian is “finally” back. Many of you may have been wandering when the paper was going to print and sadly, for almost two months, the staff was trying to figure out the same thing.

The deal is, every year The Collegian has to go through a bidding process to get everything we need for the year. This includes, the size of the newspaper, the number of pages, color specifications etc. To date, we have received no substantial feedback as to why the paper is printing so late, but... it’s here.

So what can you expect out of the paper this year?

Expect a fun, interesting, exciting, and captivating newspaper. I hope to have the entire University reading it every single week. I hope to walk into the caf and see every head into the paper filled with smiles, laughter, and awe. Have you ever seen a commercial for a movie or television show that you found to be interesting? Didn’t you say, “Man I can’t wait for that to come out.” Well, the staff wants you to say the same about the paper.

I hope that after reading the entire issue, you will look forward to those Wednesday mornings/ afternoons that you can pick it up. Every week expect to see news coverage about the latest things on campus, columns from Simona Falana (Simona Says) and Charisma Owens (Faith), Opinions and Editorials, intersting Feature articles, GQ/Beauty of the Week, Fashion, Sports, and Entertainment.

But in order to have a more interesting paper, we need your help! We need your input and suggestions for upcoming issues. Feel free to stop by the Student Media office in the Student Center, Conference room 3, where you can also join. We’re always open to new members who are able to devote their time and dedication. The work is not easy, but it’s worth it in the end. You join as reporters, photographers, videographers and graphic design artists; you will learn important critical thinking skills and boost your creative resume.

When you see your work published in the paper, it gives you a sense of ownership and pride. Everyone on campus is looking at what you’ve done, whether it’s pictures or articles.

Joining The Collegian is also a big resume builder.

Opportunities to work for the New York Times, Associated Press, and Paul Quinn Scholars for Journalism are available. There’s also room to receive some experience in Adobe Photoshop and Indesign.

Not only will you have a nice resume, but you’ll be having so much fun if you join. I can’t begin to tell you how excititng our weekly meetings are when we plan for each issue. We’re like one big family in Student Media.

And you can’t forget about the awards. The ultimate payback for the hard work you do. Last year our newspaper won third place in the State.

Lastly, there are the perks of interviewing celebrities and going on trips. Last year we attended the National HBCU News Conference in Jackson

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF JONATHAN WHITE Mississippi where we attented many seminars that helped us with our craft. You don’t have to be a Journalism or Communications major to join, it’s open to everyone. As long as you are serious with a strong worth ethic.

Don’t forget to visit us online for breaking news and up to date news coverage. The www.thescsucollegian. com. Hope you enjoy!

Simona Says: “Yes, you can get over an ex!”

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Do you ever truly get over an ex?

Yes, contrary to what some may say it is possible to get over an ex. It all depends on the steps one takes to leave the situation. Numerous times after a serious break up we find ourselves searching for someone else to fill the empty space that our ex has left, therefore resorting in what some may call a “back up plan” or “rebound”.

To truly get over an ex I recommend that you clear your mind of them by releasing every emotion that you may have towards them by telling them how you honestly feel. Also do not look for someone to fill that empty space; why not try taking up a hobby or direct your attention towards something that is more productive. As humans it is truly hard for us to trust and we often revert back to a comfortable situation because we know what to expect; so get out of that comfort zone and be open to new people and things. Let me leave you with this thought; Love can be a dangerous drug but one must know how to not abuse it and once you are done one should be able to kick the habit with no regrets.

If you have question, comments, and concerns or would like Simona to give her advice please feel free to contact me at scsimonasays@hotmail.com.

Rub-a-dub Blues

BY MINELLIS MARTINEZ STAFF WRITER

Maintenance has been an issue all around campus.

Mitchell Hall has no air conditioning, Mays I and II also has limited air and has mold on the ceilings not to mention the horrible smell.

So why is it that we’re paying all this money in tuition as well as housing, and yet when we have a maintenance issue, there is no one there to fix our complaints? I’m paying over 23,000 dollars a year to be here and have over 14,000 dollars in loans. I believe that if I’m going to be in debt for the rest of my life for attending this school, then maintenance should be able to do their job.

We’ve talked to the people in the front desk at Truth Hall and I have yet to have the privilege of being able to shower in my own dorm room. I realize that there are a lot of problems around campus and it’ll take time to get around to doing things, but come on!

This is beyond ridiculous. It has almost been two months since school started and my shower has yet to be fixed. Personally, I think it’s absurd that it’s taken maintenance this long to do their job, how hard can it be, does it really take that long to fix it?

On top of our shower not working, our light bulb in the bathroom recently blew out.

So now we don’t have a shower or a light bulb to at least use our bathrooms in other ways. Next thing you know we won’t be able to turn on the lights in

our rooms.

It’s bad enough that you have to share a shower with suitemates, but imagine having to share a shower with four more girls! We appreciate our Resident Assistant for letting us use her shower while maintenance takes their time fixing ours, but that’s a bit of a walk in a bathrobe and shower hat!

No one wants to see someone walking around like that, at least I don’t. On top of that, when we use our RA’s shower the water builds up and just stays there meaning we have to wait like an hour before another person can shower because who wants to stand in someone else’s dirty shower water.

I’ve been hearing a lot of complaints around campus about shower and room issues. Melissa Mazzuca, also a resident in Truth Hall, says that her shower only has cold water and doesn’t have a strong flow. Well let me tell you, I don’t know if you know, but fall is here and winter is right around the corner, and who wants to take a cold shower everyday? Not me, but hey, Melissa…at least your shower WORKS! I suggest you put in the word at the front desk so that by the time Christmas comes around maybe your shower will finally get fixed.

Another problem around Truth is those ghastly gnats or fruit flies. Residents will leave their trash lying around and that causes the gnats to annoy everyone, but what I don’t understand is why maintenance can’t bug spray the floor.

They bug sprayed the basement and literally

refused to spray the upper dorms. If you see that a specific area is infested with bugs, then why wouldn’t you take the time out to spray it to stop the infestation? But who am I kidding; maintenance can’t even fix showers so I’m guessing that bug spraying is an even harder job. Maintenance staffyou work at a university, I’m sure that they have a class somewhere on campus called Bug Spray 101 or Shower Fixing 150.

Male students in Mays I and II have an even worse scenario. They have mold buildup in their rooms and a stench that is beyond disgusting in the elevator. Students on the fourth floor say that there are 2 stalls not working and 1 shower that don’t work out of 2.

There are more than 25 people on that floor and only one shower? Are you kidding me! The only way that these problems will be solved is if the parents of students show up and complain or withdraw the students from the school and sue, which is absolutely ludicrous that we would have to go to that extent.

On a final word to maintenance, please take what I am saying seriously. We really do appreciate all of your work around campus, but we don’t see you being active around our dorms.

We’re the people that are paying for this school and making it possible for you to have a job, so why would you jeopardize your job and not do what is needed of you? All we are asking as students, is to make the areas where we stay and study livable and

Finding Your Spiritual Center

BY CHARISMA OWENS STAFF WRITER

When I look back at the religious experience that I have had through the years it has been marked with many principles that I try to live by daily. One of the principles that I would like to examine in this article is that of being “centered”.

In today’s world it is so critical that we lead a life that is balanced and fulfilling. The practice of Faith should not be based on what you can and cannot do as an individual.

No, Faith should be a liberating experience that leads you to live a more productive life. Faith in God should cause you to feel inspired and energized.

You should not feel lethargic and weighed down.

Being centered in God is a declaration of your total reliance on His power to even have your being.

God designed each of us with a very unique genetic makeup that’s makes us distinct from one another.

It is a waste of time and a slap in the creator’s face when we seek to follow religious rituals that demand that we conform to a certain look or way of life.

Some of us are shy while others are outgoing.

The individual who is more outspoken should not be looked at as insolent and rebellious.

In the same way individuals who choose to lead more quiet lives should not be looked upon as weak.

We must have balance in everything that we do.

We cannot be so extreme that we only focus on practicing religion or on the other

end of the spectrum where we only think about doing what feels good at the moment.

True worship of God begins when we incorporate Him in all of our life’s transactions.

That means that we understand that having Faith is equated in the sight of God as having a personal relationship with Him apart from practicing religious doctrines.

Again I will say true Faith is about being “centered”.

When you become centered in God you realize that He accepts you for who you are and where you are at.

He calls you to live a life that is free from trying to live up to the expectations of others. Instead he sets you free to be all that He placed in you to be. Being here on this campus alone is a true testament to the fact that He has purpose and vision for you beyond your wildest imagination.

You were not called to have empty experiences through mediums that promise a false sense of happiness. No you were called instead to be the best you that you can be. You were designed to live a life of peace and love that no one can take away from you.

Having Faith in God means that you are empowered. No one can take your power from you unless you give it to them. You are empowered to be successful in all that you do!

What I am simply suggesting is that, religion causes you to be weighed down with lengthy articles that frustrate you and leave you feeling hopeless. The truth is you will never be able to keep

those articles by simply trying to practice them. In contrast faith allows you to become better every day.

It allows you to become in sync with your thoughts, your desires and your weaknesses. It gives you access to a very real Being who has real answers to your problems. It gives you the freedom to ask questions and to express your heart.

It is my overall desire to help you to understand the power of being totally centered in God. I do not wish to tear you down but to build you up with words that will heal and encourage your heart, and give you hope. Through my articles I will keep it real. I will not make excuses for poor choices or unethical behavior.

But I will offer a new outlet that will in turn help you the student realize that you can live a life of Faith and passion without limits. I would like to end by challenging each and every one of us to take the time to discover who we are and to whom we belong.

Let us begin to realize that we were called by a loving God who is fair and identifies with our struggles and shortcomings. With this in mind He made provision for us by creating a means where we could communicate and interact with Him in spite of our flaws.

We will examine that provision more closely in the coming weeks.

So until next time let us continue to grow as we go from faith to faith and from glory to glory.

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CAMPUS LIFE/NEWS The Collegian • WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010

I.P. Stanback Presents: Partnership in Social Justice

BY THE COLLEGIAN

Staff and students at the I.P. Stanback Museum and Planetarium have been working around the clock on their next exhibition, Partnership in Social Justice, featuring Beyond Swastika and Jim Crow: Jewish Refugee Scholars at Black Colleges and Transcending History: Moving Beyond the Legacy of Slavery and the Holocaust on Friday, October 22, 2010 at 6 p.m., during SC State’s Homecoming Weekend.

Beyond Swastika and Jim Crow: Jewish Refugee Scholars at Black Colleges was created and circulated by the Museum of Jewish Heritage - A Living Memorial to the Holocaust.

This exhibition tells the story of German and Austrian Jewish refugee scholars who fled from Nazism in the 1930’s and 1940’s and could not find employment because of AntiSemitism. However, these scholars

were welcomed by Black Colleges in the South, became mentors and marched arm-in-arm with their students in the civil rights movement.

The encounter between the scholars and the African-American students changed them both. This exhibition will explore racial conflict, prejudice, overcoming stereotypes and cultural barriers, which altered institutional and individual lives.

Beyond Swastika and Jim Crow: Jewish Refugee Scholars at Black Colleges contains photographs, artifacts, and documents loaned by the refugees and their families, students who were at the Black colleges, and the colleges’ archives. Examples include: a Hanukkah menorah owned by a German scholar, a painting by John Biggers, a student of the art professor Viktor Lowenfeld, books, diplomas, and artifacts of family and school life.

The exhibition includes a PBS film, Beyond Swastika and Jim Crow,

NEVERMORE BY ELLEN ZISHOLTZ which includes interviews with students, surviving academics, and others including John Hope Franklin.

The exhibition is made possible through major funding from the Leon Levy Foundation. Additional support provided by the Helen Bader Foundation; the Lupin Foundation;

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A. We did them in Staley Hall Auditorium.

give a pep talk about your speech and what to expect the day of and just do your thing.

Who was there and who was judging?

A.The football players, the coaches; they are the ones who vote. Miss Homecoming is the football players’ queen; you reign over Homecoming and other than

Where did you do your speeches?

GREEKS CONTINUED to the Kappas, William Hamilton. He added that his fraternity has provided outstanding student leaders in the past, assisted the less fortunate in the community and mentored the young people.

Students are also excited about the return of these entities. Sophomore Political Science Major Keenan Ross says their return will improve campus life.

“Personally, I think the return of the Greeks will make our campus more like a college setting, “ he said.

“Many students may feel they are not getting a real college experience since the Greeks are not active.”

Sophomore Sports Communication major Roderick Rogers agreed. “I”m excited to see the Greeks back on the yard. It makes campus life more exciting, seeing them and their various activities” These Greek organizations have already begun doing community service. Both organizations told The Collegian that they are very committed to their task. Jackson said his members have “held up their end” when it comes to the community. The Alphas recently sponsored HIV testing on campus, a relationship forum, a voter registration drive, and spoke with Felton Laboratory students about bullying.

Also committed to their community are the

the Blanch and Irving Laurie Foundation; public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, a state agency; the Alpern Family Foundation; and the Charles and Mildred Schnurmacher Foundation.

The Stanback will also present an art exhibition Transcending History: Moving Beyond the Legacy of Slavery and the Holocaust organized by the Idea Coalition, based in Philadelphia.

The Idea Coalition is comprised of Black and Jewish young professionals exploring the history and common experiences shared by the Black and Jewish communities. Transcending History features the artwork of Black and Jewish artists from around the country.

Works shown will reflect upon Slavery and the Holocaust, and the affects that these episodes have had on the collective psyches of these two communities. The exhibition continues through Jan. 4, 2011.

Ms. Adderson, Tracy Thomas was also there. If you are not a candidate or a football player, you are not allowed to be there. It is a closed voting.

What are your goals after graduation?

A. Become a Fashion Editor for Essence magazine. members of Omega Psi Phi. After speaking with their President he informed The Collegian of that they are doing community service at Revlon Elementary School in Orangeburg, SC. No members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc, could be reached for comment.

As far as “a line” is concerned, the Alphas and the Omegas will have one Spring of 2010. Kinloch says, “if they keep on a straight path, there will be a line.”

Jackson said, “you can get involved in intake for the spring semester, the process doesn’t being until spring but, everyone should keep their eyes and ears open for more information.” No membership information was obtained from the Kappas.

COLLEGIAN QUESTION

What are your expectations for this year’s Homecoming?

LIT TERAE THESARUM EST

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<<“I think that homecoming will be a lot of fun. I expect the people that are coming to perform to be on point and good. I’m also looking forward to the activities during the week. My prediction for the game is that we’re going to beat Hampton 32-0! Also Marching 101 HAS to have a great performance.”

-Breanna Greene, Freshman Chemistry major

“As a sophomore I expect to have fun, and expect to win around 24-7.”

-Tiwanna Greene, Sophomore Nursing major

<<“I feel like homecoming is more exciting this year because of more events to go to such as going to the game and then going straight to the Greek Step Show. I like the way that there is an event for every day..”

-Christian Cox, Junior Criminal Justice major

“As a football player I’m excited because we’re definitely going to win against Hampton! Everybody wants to win on their homecoming.”

-Kendall Longino, Senior Technology Education major

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FEATURES

The Collegian • WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010

Kemba Smith Speaks out against Domestic Violence

BY SHANAYA EDMUNDS STAFF WRITER

Domestic Violence Advocate Kemba Smith was one of the many young women lost in the dark.

During her address to students at the Martin Luther King Jr., Auditorium, on Oct, 4, Smith discussed her traumatic experience with her then abusive boyfriend.

A then college student attending Hampton University, Smith found herself in a very dangerous and life changing situation. Coming from a relatively safe, educated, suburban background, Smith would have been considered the typical “naïve” freshmen.

In an attempt to fit in, Kemba associated herself with who she thought was the “it” crowd.

Among them were students that were into dangerous activities such as drugs and alcohol. This world would soon take young and fresh Smith by storm. Shortly after, she met her boyfriend Peter Hall, who was known to be a big-time drug dealer.

Knowing this, Smith continued to court him and went from being the innocent freshmen to a domestic violence victim in what seemed like no time.

Smith got much more than she’d bargained for out of their relationship. Their relationship started just as any other normal one. Smith accounts for many times where he would take her to very upscale restaurants, taking the meaning “wine and dine” to a new level.

Just as many others, Smith felt that this young man was her “knight and shining armor.” He was well known, able to provide for her and to protect her from the world. The question soon became a matter of who would protect her from him.

Hall became physically, verbally, and mentally abusive. She no longer had free will. She was not able to do the things she wanted to. Everything was orchestrated by him. Things that at first seemed so innocent would send him into a violent frenzy.

On one account, a friend of Hall’s rang the door bell and she harmlessly got up to answer it, but he yelled at her saying, “You don’t jump for no man but me.” Some would say that this incident should have spoken volumes, but Smith didn’t think so. She thought that his jealousy was normal and in some ways a good thing. “I felt that it showed how much he really cared,” said Smith.

On a trip with her friends to the Greek picnic in Philadelphia, She recalled running into Hall and the confrontation being one of the worst.

Smith and her female companions were hanging out when a gentlemen approached them making small talk. She told him that she could not find her other

Kemba Smith speaking with SC State students in MLK Auditorium friend, and that they were going to go look for her.

Smith says the gentlemen seeming like a nice young man, offered to help.

The group was heading to his car when Smith ran into her boyfriend. She says she immediately became frightened. She ended up going back to her boyfriend’ hotel room. “At first he seemed cool about everything, but once we got into the room he lost it.” He began choking her. “I thought I would die in that Philadelphia hotel room” she said.

She recalls only thinking of her parents and how hurt they would be. She said by God’s grace she made it back to school.

Just as she thought things couldn’t get any worse, her boyfriend became wanted by the FBI as a major figure in a $4 million drug ring, and she was named a minor player in the whole ordeal.

She soon found herself on the run with her “knight in shining armor.” Leaving her family, school and everything she’s ever known behind. She was more miserable than ever. She went from having more than she needed, to not knowing where her next meal would come from or where she would lay her head at night.

She accounts for once having to sleep in a bus station for two days. Although things were as horrible as some thought they could get, Smith found herself pregnant and more afraid than she’d ever been.

After several attempts to reason with Hall, he finally gave her the “go ahead” to return to her family. Smith decided that her best bet was to turn herself into the proper authorities, not only for herself but for her unborn child. Smith returned to her family in Virginia and says she was greeted at the door with opened arms by her mother. “I just broke down when I saw her,” she said.

Smith was incarcerated September 1, 1994. She was told that if she cooperated with authorities that she would be released but clearly that was not the

case. Smith was incarcerated until December 22, 2000 when she was granted executive clemency by President William “Bill” Clinton after he determined an injustice had occurred. Smith served 6.5 years in federal prison for a crime she never committed.

Originally sentenced to 24.5 years, Smith’s parents did everything in their power to bring their little girl home. Teaming up with organizations such as: The National Council of Negro Women, Delta Theta Sigma Sorority Inc., and NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund Inc. (LDF), Smith parents challenged the prison sentence, saying it was unjust and unethical.

Smith’s case made national headlines. People rallied in an attempt to get justice, not only for Smith but all the other young women that have been in similar situations and their efforts paid off.

Now a free woman, Smith tours the country telling her story in an effort to keep other young from traveling the same road she did. “Since my release, I have often felt like a sole survivor, continuing to be the voice for those still in the struggle-for the thousands of other women and men, many of them parents like me, caught in this web of excessive, inappropriate sentences that ruin lives without reducing crime” says Smith.

Smith’s story has touched many people nationwide.

Brittany Providence, a sophomore here at SC State says “It opened my eyes to what could possibly happen.” Providence added that it made her more aware of the dangers of abusive relationships. “Her story touched my heart,” she continued. “I was glad that she came. People are not aware of the benefits of telling such a traumatic story. Not only do you inform and empower others, you empower yourself and give yourself permission to heal.”

SC State Junior, Casey Gillerson agrees. “I know of girls that have been involved in emotionally and physically abusive relationships,” she said. “I feel like Kemba’s story is very similar to a lot of those girls and I believe she is very courageous for being able to stand up and tell it.” When asked if she witnessed a domestic violence situation would she intervene, Gillerson says “Yes I would intervene to the best of my abilities.”

“Many girls mistake extreme jealousy and abuse for “love.” Love is an action that doesn’t bring intentional pain and discomfort” says Smith. Her message to her listeners is that love starts with you.

You must learn to love yourself as an example to others of how they should love you.

Kemba Smith’s visit to SC State University was collaboratively sponsored by Brooks Health Center, the Miller F. Whittaker Library, Student Success and Retention, University Village and SC State’s Department of Human Services.

Teaching and Learning in China

BY DERVEDIA THOMAS CONTRIBUTING WRITER

When she landed in Shanhai, China, her first reaction was, “wow, this is different.” Senior English education major Whitney Gooden was one of five SC State students who took a month long internship in China, teaching English as a second language.

Gooden says she went there to teach students, but ended up learning so much from her students and from herself.

Despite only knowing two words in Mandarin (Chinese official language), she was split from the rest of her SC State colleagues and sent to a camp in the lake side community of LinHai. She admits she panicked when she was separated from the other SC State colleagues, but she eventually settled down and embraced her new environment.

“I had to adapt,” she said. “It’s nothing like America.

The humidity and people who don’t speak your language; you have to learn to adjust to what they are used to.”

Despite the fact that she could only speak two words of Mandarin (Official Chinese Language), she eventually overcame the culture shock. “ I missed home a lot.” she said. “But I was happy. Once I got to where my students were, I was happy. They made China an awesome experience for me.” In this town, Gooden roomed with other students from Australia and the UK who were also recruited as English

teachers.

Gooden taught English to Chinese students at Wai Poo High School where her students referred to her as Miss ChenXiami – which means sweet beautiful person. All of her students already knew some English which made the process easier for her.

SC State students were given online training prior to leaving for China and were also given the option to be certified in that field.

In LinHai, her daily routine included having breakfast with her students around 9 am, teaching from 10 am until to 7pm, with a break for lunch and activities during the day. Lunch was typically rice [a food she dislikes] and steamed cabbage or other vegetables; a different concept she pointed out from American Chinese food which is typically fried. The tutors also got together to throw a Halloween party for the Chinese students because they had never had the opportunity to celebrate this holiday.

Her students were not the only ones who were given a cultural experience. She was exposed to Chinese cultural practices, even in the middle of the night.

She recalled a shocking experience which give her an insight into the different ways Chinese do things.

“It was like four o’clock in the morning and I just heard BOOM...BOOM. I was like, what’s going on?

I woke up from my sleep; it was fire crackers. When someone passes [dies], they shoot fire crackers as soon as it happens. I heard fire crackers from four to 10am, and when I went outside, the streets were

Whitney Gooden, Kellye Cuthbert, Candace Jones and Demestress Bell (all from scsu) along with other English teachers from around the globe who were teaching ESL at the Xie Xie wetlands in China . covered with wreaths.” She was careful to point out that this was in Lin Hai and that different provinces do things differently.

Despite the fact that she was the teacher, Gooden stressed that she learned so much from her students including their language and their and their way of life. She says she is more interested in travel overseas and even wants to take the Mandarin class offered at STATE. Overall the senior English major said the trip organized by the the Chinese Culture Center (CCC) in Columbia, SC along with the then special assistant to the president for International Affairs Leonard McIntyre, proved to be very beneficial for her, and she is encouraging other SC State students to make the world their playground.

Your network is your net worth

BY DONOVAN MCDANIEL CONTRIBUTING WRITER A network is “an extended group of people” and not just a collection of close friends and relatives.

Before I knew how to properly network, I was just another student trying to find a job.

I was revising my resume, looking for different internships, and meeting executives in the classroom, but I could not properly market myself. My mother always said that “your first impression is your best impression” and I should put my best foot forward.

That’s when it hit me, that I am here to seek a higher education and have the opportunity to compete with the global workforce.

After researching different methods, one that stuck out to me was the Law of 100. It is an introduction-based networking method that gives

you an idea of how to start building your network.

By understanding the concepts in this method, I became reputable and learned how to network and explore various career opportunities.

The late Ethel Barrymore, an American actress, once said that “the best time to make friends is before you need them,” and that is the key to success. So, for those of you who are having the same problem that I once had, you should take this approach and apply it to your everyday activities.

Law of 100: Introduction-Based Networking It’s just not what you know: Past knowledge and accomplishments only help when people are looking for you or you’ve found who you want to talk with.

It’s just not who knows you: Personal networks tend to be insular, meaning that you know most of the people your friends know and they all know about the same opportunities which may help you land your dream job It’s who they know: By reaching beyond your close friends by connecting with “stronger” networking links, you will find a much greater number of opportunities that you never would have known about. You will find the job you want!

Here are some websites that may help you build your network: www.linkedin.com/ www.quintcareers.com/networking.html www.ebooknetworking.com/

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GQ/BEAUTY OF THE WEEK

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Mr. Kelin Edwards Classification: Junior Major: Fashion Merchandising Hometown: Greensboro, NC Zodiac: Capricorn “I’m attracted to women who are honest, carefree, and beautiful on the inside and out.”

Ms. ReGina M. Barton Classification: Junior Major: Speech Pathology/Audiology Hometown: PG County, MD Zodiac: Cancer “I’m attracted to men who can dress, are funny, and can hold a good conversation.”

Meet this week’s GQ and Beauty of the week, im sure you will be satisfied with the outcome of these two personified SC State’s students. What is a GQ man? A GQ man is someone who is suave, well dressed, clean cut, and “swagged up.” Beauty can be defined in so many ways. Not only is it someone who is beautiful on the outside, but one who is beautiful on the inside, fun to be around, and very approachable. Think you have what it takes to be featured in this section? Come sign up in the Student Media office, conference room three or email us at thecollegian@scsu.edu.

PRE-FALL FASHION Rosary Beads

A glimpse of what’s in stlye at SC State •Rosary Beads- Unisex accessory with religious undertone. Wear them with any dressy or casual outfit.

•Fedoras- Wear them with just about anything! They’re stylish and can hide a bad hairdo.

•Cardigans and Sweaters- Long sleeve, short sleeve, opened or closed, you can wear them in any season for any occasion. They’re not just for the ladies, fellas can wear them too.

• Jeggins- Extremely comfortable and flexible. Mix and match with any shoes, heels, or flip flop.

Fedora Hats

Unisex accessory with religious undertone. Wear them with any dressy or casual outfit.

Cardigans & Sweaters

Wear them with just about anything! They’re stylish and can hide a bad hairdo.

Jeggins

Extremely comfortable and flexible. Mix and match with any shoes, heels, or flip flop.

What else is hot?

Long sleeve, short sleeve, opened or closed, you can wear them in any season for any occasion. Fact- They’re not just for the ladies. Fellas can wear them too.

Photo’s taken by Minellis Martinez/ Tips by Brittany Providence

•Boyfriend shirts-Women can wear big shirts and still look feminine. Dress this look up by adding a belt, or accent it with a charm necklace.

•V-necks- Something simple •Graphic Tees- They just look good! Add a pair of chucks and you’re good to go!

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JUST FOR MEN

The Collegian • WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010

The Definition of a Black Man

BY NICK VANCE CONTRIBUTING WRITING

A black man was once seen as no more than a peasant or an inferior race that just so happened to roam the earth.

This definition soon changed to Negro, still meaning subhuman, and definitely not equal. Today we are African Americans who have had the opportunity to actually see one of our own as president.

Though we have made great strides, we are in no way close to the finish line. Black men are all about quantity and not quality.

For example, men look for the quantity of a woman’s figure like how big her chest are or how big her butt maybe. What happened to how big her heart is? How she may carry herself? Or is she a girl you can bring home to meet the family?

Also, a black man wishes and tries hard for a large quantity of wealth and respect. Instead of working hard for a quality education and a quality job as a lawyer, doctor or political official, they wish to be rappers, drug dealers and professional athletes. Let’s face it my brothers, this is not a reality!

The likelihood of making the NBA is slim but if you work hard at being successful, intellectually all dreams are possible.

This brings me to my next point, the phrase

“BLACK POWER.” This phrase should stop being used as a punch line in our modern day society.

At one time, the phrase Black power was used to represent boycotts, protests and bloodshed for our equal rights.

Now it is used as a crutch that holds no power or political backing. If you believe I am ranting in this article then look back to Katrina and how aid was scarce and long overdue.

The lower ninth district of Louisiana, which holds over sixty percent of the states African American population, is still not getting enough funds to get on track.

Man of the house

BY ALEXANDER LEE STAFF WRITER

While growing up, I’m certain that you are familiar with the term, “man of the house”. Usually this pertained to a male of some sort, whether father figure or young man, held the responsibilities as the provider or leader of the home.

A lot of young African American men have experienced this scenario first hand, including myself, where the young man had to step in the place as the leader of his place of

residence.

Being young with such a responsibility may have seemed overwhelming at the time, but the overall lesson behind it was to teach you how to handle and endure life’s obstacles.

During this time, while fathers became absent, more and more mothers became the leaders of the house, leaving an impact on adolescence a sense of female dominance.

Could this be the reason why today’s women are excelling in academics as well as in the workforce more rapidly than their male counterparts? Maybe so, maybe not, but I commend the ladies for their diligence and commitment.

Personally, I issue a challenge to all males especially those of African American decent to step up and stop hiding behind excuses or alibis to compensate for our action.

Homes are abandoned, lives are crushed, and hope for the future is almost lost. If this is not mind boggling, then look at our own University.

Our campus receives more cuts every year while other state schools are building new stadiums and high tech equipment.

This article is not written to make you look down on yourselves, but to think about the way we carry ourselves.

As Obama says “the future is now!” We need to act like we are going to progress as a race, not just accept the terms and conditions from someone who doesn’t care about your growth as a man.

We need more leaders; we need more men woman can count on; not just a loyal partners, but as a respectful man.

Also, remember being a man doesn’t mean you can’t show your woman you love her, not just sexually but do something nice for her or be there just to listen.

Be a leader in whatever you do, strive for excellence you’re already in a special category because you made it to college.

It’s time to take the next step and be a man who can be remembered not as a party head, but a man that through all your flaws as a human, you have done the right thing and proved yourself worthy by your peers and family.

We control our destinies and we must remember that we come from the lineage of noble kings and respected philosopher and success and fortune awaits us.

Not trying to be a chauvinist, but we should not be content with the ladies running things. Every woman should want a man, but the majority of us are detained, dropouts, drug dealers, dead beat daddies, or just dead.

The fact of the matter is, we as young African American men should establish ourselves as leaders of our homes, our schools, our communities, our jobs, our organizations, and remember we are the men of this house.

We be remembered not as a party head, but a man that through all your flaws as a human, you have done the right thing and proved yourself worthy by your peers and family.

5 signs of a real man 1. He strives to be his best 2. Accepts people for who they are 3. Not ashamed of the woman he’s with 4. Knows when to be tough and when to be kind 5. Not afraid to show emotions Tip: Men, please don’t become complacent. Always strive to broaden your horizons. Opening your mind, brings new adventures into your life.

JUST FOR WOMEN Are you a relationship addict?

BY JESSICA GRAYSON ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR

Why do women feel they have to have a man to make them happy... This can be answered in many different ways.

In general as women, it is in our nature to feel a need to have companionship with the opposite sex.Every woman would love to feel that security and unconditional love that a partner can give them.

You know the friends, sisters, cousins and etcetera that always say “I do not know what I would do if I did not have a man!” But, it comes to a point where many start to wonder what causes women to feel this way?

In a study conducted on a popular dating website, this question was asked to all of their female members.

Many answers were received but the top three came from homes without

a father, insecurity issues and they do not want to be alone.

In today’s society, many children are raised in a single-parent home, mostly by their mothers. With that said, many young girls do not have that father figure in their lives which causes some them to look for the love they never had.

Several women feel that if they find a man he will show them all the love they never received from their father.

This is an issue which also may cause some women to have insecurity issues.

Numerous women face insecurity issues. But to try and solve that problem, women sometimes turn to a man for comfort. Females feel that if they have a guy to tell them everyday how “beautiful” they are, it will help them feel more confident within themselves.

Some may also feel that if they have a guy on their arm it will boost their self-esteem and make her look better to others who may be around. Also, people do not want to feel alone, especially women.

The feeling that you may be alone for the rest of your life can really scare some females and that is why many settle.

We as women have to realize that searching for completion in the arms of another is neither healthy nor realistic. If you feel this way in every relationship that you may have, this will get your heart broken every single time.

In order to find love with another person you have to first love yourself.

Then if that goal is accomplished one will realize that they do not need to have a man to make them feel happy.

PHOTO COURTESY OF COURTNEY ADAMS

8 stages of intimacy

BY COURTNEY ADAMS OP/ED EDITOR A lot of people think that intimacy is just based upon only one thing, sex. Unfortunately, it’s not the single thing that makes intimacy. Sexual interaction however does play a role into intimacy as a whole, and with that being said; there are eight (8) stages one much achieve in order to have that full sense of what intimacy truly is: 1. Physical Intimacy: This is where one focuses entirely on looks. When we are watching someone, we are observing how they interact with others, enjoying their presence and gaining insight on their personality. Also this is where the person will want to know the opposite better.

2. Aesthetic Intimacy: So, you have met the person and you want to figure out for yourself what is their style. One is learning what common ground do you and the opposite stands on. Such as does their personal beliefs match up with yours, how do feel about important issues going on in the world. At this stage, one should figure out if the person whom has their interest is worth continuing the pursuit of a relationship.

3. Recreational Intimacy: Now here, there should be common interest in activities; what do you like to do for fun together. One and their opposite should be enjoying each other more by doing things together. If one and the person of interest have different ideas of what’s fun, then there needs to be that time where individually they may be able enjoy their own personal activity that way there can still

be distinctiveness within the relationship.

4. Intellectual Intimacy: Where one shares their deep self with their person of interest without the fear of mockery or chastising. By now, the couple should know each other’s principles, opinions, faith (as well as be able to define them), and know each one’s life goals.

5. Spiritual Intimacy: This is where a relationship essentially begins because now, there is a sense of mean to the union. In order to achieve this, each person involve must resolve the struggle with his/ her self-identity. In laymen’s terms, where “you and I” become “we”. The couple knows all about their morals, ethics, and priorities within their own lives and accepts it.

6. Emotional Intimacy: Where the couple accepts each other for which they are, and are comfortable with sharing themselves without that fear of rejection or ridicule. The couple knows that they can show empathy, as well as compassion towards one another and both know that they are loved no matter what.

7. Sexual Intimacy: It only exists when both people can feel free to accept or reject the advances from one another without the fear of ridicule or bullying; as well as being able to speak on sexual problems openly. It’s the physical contact, romance; the ability show appreciation in a physical sense (and actually meaning it) ultimately means one trusts their partner with their mind, body, and soul. This involves having a full understanding of sensual perception during this type of intimacy.

8. Unconditional Intimacy (Love): Considered equivalent to self-actualization. Where all seven previously elaborated things work together; and when there is love and support without strings attached, this will be the only way a true relationship will thrive; loving a person without any expectations or regrets.

5 way’s to initiate intimacy 1. Approach person politely 2. Get creative 3. Be willing to get close 4. Don’t be selfish 5. Have fun Tip: When pursuing a new relationship with someone, make sure that the ex-love is a memory of the past. You have to be willing to turn the page in order for the new chapter begins.

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SPORTS

The Collegian • WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010

NBA Four Quarters

By NKOSI KENNEDY SPORTS EDITOR

Q: Are the Oklahoma City Thunder ready to step it up?

A: The path is cloudier for no other team then the Thunder. They have one of the most exciting young players in the league in Kevin Durant. There also one of the youngest teams in the league. Most times, youth does not lend itself to championship experience.

But, outside of the Heat and Lakers, there is no other team as talented as them. The only question is if they can finally make the jump. Right now, the Thunder is a really good team. The problem is really good teams don’t win championships, contenders do. Durant and company need to evolve into a true contender for the Title.

It’s October; do you know what that means? The time for the hardwood is upon us. NBA training camps are starting up league wide, so let the debates and arguments begin once again.

But there is one thing we all know for certain. Only one team will be holding the Larry O’Brien trophy.

Twenty-nine of them will be sulking in a dark corner.

Q: How good are the Miami Heat’s this season?

A: Things have been very eventful for the Heat this summer. First, the franchise gutted their roster for free agency. They even turned this year’s draft into a fire sale. Next, they resigned their star player Dwayne Wade. Along with that, they signed Toronto Raptor Chris Bosh. Now, the Heat has the bull’s-eye firmly on their back. None more so then Cavalier turned Heat forward LeBron James.

This team has the most talented roster in the league by far. But, there is a difference between having the talent and having a championship. If this team can truly jell together, they can be a force in this league.

If the “Big Three” in Boston could do it, why can’t the Heat?

Q: Will the Los Angeles Lakers make it three in a row?

A: It’s good to be the champs. At least, that’s what the Lakers are thinking right now. With this past title the Lakers are back-to-back champions once again.

But with the health of Phil Jackson declining, the

Photo courtesy of blogordiepgh.com window for another one is closing. The good news is they still have one of the best players in the game in Kobe Bryant. Also, the lake show has one of the most skilled big men in Pau Gasol.

This doesn’t mean the Lakers don’t have their problems. Andrew Bynum has been as helpful on the court as rehabbing off of it. Also, the point guard position is in flux with perennial starter Derek Fisher getting long in the tooth. With all of those factors in play, this team is still the most dangerous team in the league. Until someone goes out and beats them, they will still be the champs.

Q: How good will the Milwaukee Bucks be this season?

A: For the first time in a long while, the Bradley center is buzzing. The streets are filled with cheers and hope is free flowing. Who can blame the fans for this attitude?

Many fans were shouting “Fear the Deer” last year with good reason. In the first half, this team was substandard offensively and good defensively. The only person who was playing consistent basketball was rookie point guard Brandon Jennings. Then, after the All-Star break, this team went on an absolute tear. They made the playoffs, only to fall to the Atlanta Hawks in seven games. If you add that into the free agent move for Corey Maggette, this team becomes very interesting.

SC State Finishes Second at the Southern

BY SC STATE SPORTS INFORMATION B a t o n Rouge, La.—The SC State women’s volleyball team finished second at the 26th Annual Southern University Volleyball Invitational. The tournament which was contested Friday-Saturday, October 15-16, 2010, was played at the Seymour Gymnasium on the campus of Southern University.

After dropping its opening round of the tournament to Jackson State on Friday, SC State (8-20) regrouped nicely, defeating both Alabama State and Mississippi Valley State in three sets on Saturday to finish with a 2-1 record at the end of round-robin play.

By virtue of winning the tie-break over Southern (who also finished with a 2-1) record, the Lady Bulldogs advanced to the championship round to face Jackson State for the second time in the tournament.

Senior Jarne Gleaton (West Columbia, Airport HS), redshirt sophomore Shabree Roberson (Pflugerville, TX, Connally HS) and freshman Desire

Waller (Houston, TX, Alief Taylor HS) were instrumental in Saturday matches that helped SC State reach the championship round. Gleaton recorded a combined 23 kills, three service aces, 13 digs, and three blockassists in wins over Alabama State and Mississippi Valley State.

Roberson and Waller were equally as effective in the two matches. Roberson totaled 22 kills with two block assists and five block assists while Waller was put down a combined 23 kills with five block assists in the two matches.

Junior setter Bria Brimmer (Austin, TX, Connally HS) continued to run an effective offense as she put up 72 total assists (34 vs Alabama State and 38 vs Mississippi Valley State).

In the championship round SC State fell to Jackson State, 3-1, (22-25, 2927, 12-25, 21-25).

Both teams entered the match aggressively as they were tied at 1-1 after the first two sets of the match.

Jackson State dominated the Set Three as they allowed just 12 SC State kills

and a hitting percentage of -.053.

The Lady Bulldogs regrouped during in Set Four but the 17 kills and .222 hitting percentage were not enough to take the set ultimately giving Jackson State the 3-1 match victory.

In the match, SC State had three player’s record double-digit kills led by Roberson with 18. Waller and Gleaton put down 14 and 12 kills respectively in the championship game while Brimmer put up match high 52 set assists. The Lady Bulldogs were led defensively by Melissa Robinson (Tallahassee, FL, Florida High) with 20 digs. Gleaton recorded a doubledouble in the championship match as she picked up 11 digs to go along with her 12 kills.

SC State will return home for the next four matches beginning Friday, Oct. 22 when they host Florida A&M at 5 p.m. SC State will then host North Carolina A&T (10/24), Norfolk State University (10/27) and BethuneCookman (11/5).

Tournament Notes: Senior Jarne

Gleaton Named to the Southern University All Tournament Team Gleaton earned her third AllTournament Team honor…For the weekend she recorded 46 kills, four aces, 24 digs and four total blocks (1 block solo and 3 block assists)…

Earlier this year she was named to the Tiny Laster Invitational AllTournament Team (8/28-29) and the North Carolina Central AllTournament Team (9/24-25).

SC State Defeats Delaware State 2-0 in Women’s Soccer

BY SC STATE SPORTS INFORMATION

Gleaton Named to the Southern University All Tournament Team

Dover, Del.--The SC State women’s soccer team defeated Delaware State, 2-0, in a Great West Conference (GWC) matchup at Memorial Stadium on the campus of Delaware State.

The win marks the fourth straight conference win and the fourth straight shut-out for the Lady Bulldogs.

SC State (10-5-1, 4-0-0 GWC) scored both of their goals early in the second half of the contest. Junior Olivia Moore (Powhatan, VA/VMI) scored the Lady Bulldogs first goal off an assist by Brooke Ehinger (Long

Beach, CA/Long Beach Community College) at the 48:18 mark. A little over a minute later (49:28), freshman Kaitlynn Penner (Santa Barbara, CA, Nipomo HS) scored the teams second goal from 35 yards out.

Sophomore Danielle Murphy (El Dorado, CA, Oak Ridge HS) is having an outstanding conference season as she recorded her fourth straight shutout.

“We did not play fantastic, but we did enough to win,” said Bugariu who is in his third season with the Lady

Bulldogs. “We created a number of good chances and deserved a couple of more goals, but overall the only thing that matters is that we won.”

Bugariu’s team picked up its 10th win of the season which already equal last year’s win total. SC State has two more opportunities to surpass the win total as they will closeout its threegame road swing on Tuesday, Oct. 19 when they face Howard in a GWC matchup in Washington, DC. The Lady Bulldogs will then close out its regular season Sunday, Oct. 31.

State of the Bulldog

BY NKOSI KENNEDY SPORTS EDITOR It has been just six games into the season but we have to ask the tough questions. One being, “just how good are the South Carolina State University Bulldogs?” Don’t worry, we have you covered. Here is the unfiltered view of the three phases that STATE runs. But I don’t sugarcoat things in this piece. I give you the good, the bad and the ugly.

Offense: Before the season, several questions were raised

by Bulldog fans. One of these questions centered on the running game. Many wondered if it could still be effective after loosing SC State standout Will Ford. Starters Chris Massey and Ashton Jordan are providing that answer. Both men combined for 613 yards and eight touchdowns in three games. But don’t think they’ve had to do it alone. The offensive FOOTBALL CONTINUED yard line.

But, inexplicably, Coach Pough put Long back into the game, resulting in a four yard loss.

Offensively, the Wildcats didn’t light up the scoreboard. But, they played mistake free football and pounced on opportunities.

Coach Brian Jenkins was able to account for every scenario State could throw on defense which allowed for easier game planning on offense.

BCU quarterback Matt Johnson played excellent football going 15 of 27 for 172 yards. He showed complete command of the offense; especially when

line play for the Bulldogs has been outstanding.

SC State is averaging 21 first downs a game. That number doesn’t happen unless you have some great protection. Thankfully, the men up front are just that good.

But as good as one phase is, the other falls short.

The passing game has been very stagnant. Malcolm Long has completed just 59 percent of his passes.

In two of his three games, he has thrown less than 100 yards. In fact, the quarterback and receivers just don’t look in-sync yet. Besides Lennel Elmore, no Bulldog receiver has over 100 yards receiving. The talent is there, just not the chemistry. This team has won in spite of its passing attack.

Defense: On the field, the Bulldog defense has looked absolutely devastating. The Bulldogs lead the MEAC in total and in pass defense. Also, SC State is using the quarterback option. Whenever they ran this play, he was able to make good decisions and get positive yards.

Also, Johnson showed poise and moxie in the pocket. Whenever it seemed like STATE had him wrapped up, he would use his mobility to avoid the tackler and his vision to find the open man and deliver it to him for huge gains.

On defense, the Wildcats had a disciplined game plan, resulting in few mistakes. The lack of penalties allowed BCU to play a hyper-aggressive style of defense, putting heaps of pressure on the Bulldog offense.

Once the Wildcats sensed a pass, they pinned their ears back and went hunting for the quarterback.

number one in pass defense efficiency. The Bulldogs just fly to the ball like wild animals. When they line up against opposing offenses, the hunt is on.

Special Teams: This is the hardest piece of the team to evaluate.

The kicking game has been very consistent. Junior Blake Erickson has shown the same accuracy from last year. Senior Richard Christie has left his mark as well. Christie has 190 punt return yards and a touchdown. He has firmly become the return man for the Bulldogs.

Nevertheless, that doesn’t mean there aren’t any problems. Most of these problems however are mental. There would be many more plays if not for the numerous penalties. SC State averages 100 penalty yards a game. Many times a big return has been called back because of penalties. In order to be a champion team, these miscues cannot continue.

This week’s game will be against the Hampton University Pirates for Homecoming.

Hampton ranks as a top five team in every category except for special team play. In the passing game, quarterback David Legree has thrown for over 700 yards and seven touchdowns.

On the ground, Antwon Chisolm has rushed for over 400 yards and three touchdowns. This game now becomes pivotal if SC State wants to be in the playoffs.

Fans and alumni alike walked out the stadium in disgust after Malcolm Long threw his second interception of the game. Let’s hope this doesn’t happen again with the Pirates.

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

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The Collegian • WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 19, 2010

Interview with Roscoe Dash Minellis Martinez Staff Writer

key to being a well rounded artist.

Q. How long have you been doing music?

A. I’ve been writing music since I was like in the 6th grade. It was kind of my way to vent because I was always in trouble a lot.

Q. You first broadcasted your music in high school, how did the people there react to your music?

A.I loved the attention I was getting.

You always have to lockdown your home base before you expand yourself to something bigger. That was my way of knowing I was on my way to the next level.

Q. Do you have any inspiration, any favorite artist, people you listen to?

A. Yeah, I listen to Outcast a lot, any of the old artists; I listen to a lot of different genres, Luther Vandross, Gerald Lavert, Brian McKnight, a lot of different people. I think that’s the

Q. Is there anybody you listen to before going out on stage, something to get “hype” to?

A. I don’t listen to anything before I go on stage just because I try not to think about the fact that I’m about to perform because it kills all of the butterflies and nervousness that you get before a show.

Q. What’s the hardest part about being Roscoe Dash?

A. Being up all the time. I don’t ever get any sleep, none at all because I’m always on the run. But I know if there’s no grind no shine, so I know it’ll pay off in the end so that’s what keeps me going.

Q. Well, on a personal level, how does it feel raising a 4 year old daughter?

A. (Laughs) Man, that’s a handful, a full time job on top of the full time job I already have. I just have to make sure

Coversation in the Collegian Office

Celebrity Lives

A. What is it about celebrities that have people so intrigued as if they aren’t normal people?

B. The fact that their income is 10 times as mine! (laughs) But seriously, why not?

A. Ok, youre right about the income part; who wouldn’t want that kind of money? But I think people get so caught up in the glitz and glam, that they fail to realize that these “celebrities” are everyday people like you and I. B. I disagree. They live a much diffrent, not to mention wanted life.

A. Once again, your talking about the glitz and glam. But they cry like us, get aggravated like we do... THEIR HUMANS!! We never know what they might be going through behind close doors.

B. I guess I can’t argue with that. I guess we get caught up in what we see, not what we know.

A. Exactly, it’s so aggravating to see someone trying to be Kanye, or acting like Beyonce? What’s up with that?

B. Who know’s? People should learn to be themselves, instead of trying to live their lives like someone they will never be.

A. Amen to that? You got the Beyonce diva’s and the Kanye rappers who don’t know how to develop their own swag. (shaking head) B. Word to the wise, BE YOURSELF!

that I’m home doing what I’m supposed to be doing to keep that side of the fence taken care of.

Q. Who’s featured on your current album?

A. We have a few different features: J Holiday, and Soulja Boy. We actually have a lot of different songs so I’m figuring out what songs I want to use now and what I want to save for later.

I also have songs with Chris Brown, Jim Jones, Juelz Santana, but the list goes on really.

Q: Do you plan on working on any other aspects of entertainment?

A. Oh yeah, definitely, I’m trying to get into some acting. I want my own reality show.

Q. What would your reality show be about?

A. Just me and my everyday life. My team is full of a lot of different people who have a lot of different jobs and a lot of different jobs and characters.

Top movies to see this fall

1. Megamind 2. Jacka** 3D 3. Due Date 4. Hereafter 5. For Colored Girls 6. Paranormal Activity 7. Saw 3D 8. Red 9. Harry Potter and Deathly Hallows: Part 1 10. Love and Other Drugs

C’mon Son

Just out of Curiosity

1. What’s the fate for the new TV’s in the Pitt? Will they be stolen too?

2. Will this year’s homecoming be one to remember?

3. What is the purpose of the Gamezone? Is it another way for STATE to raise money or “keep us safe?”

4. Is there really no chance for the Bulldogs to win the MEAC? 5. Why is it so impossible to not receive the run around at STATE? 6. What’s up with all of these Reality TV shows?

7. Do people only come to the game or to see the band?

8. What is up with the weather in Orangeburg?

9. What’s up with Beyonce not coming to award shows anymore? Is she too good?

10. Why is there always a long line outside of the Pitt before it opens as if it were Club Faces?

11. Are you pleased with The Collegian so far?

12. Were you pleased with your Mid-term grades?

13. Why is W.O.W. chicken in the Pitt so addicting?

14. Did you actually read the paper or look at the pictures?

15. Will The Collegian print on time next year instead of mid semester?

Photo courtesy of blogordiepgh.com Q. Well anything you would like to say to your fans on campus?

A. Keep working! Even when it feels like you’re not going anywhere, just know that God has a way and if you keep working and you stay dedicated to what you’re doing, it’ll pay off in the end.

Wearing shades in a building? Really? C’mon son! Can you honestly tell me what the point is? When you become Kanye, Jay Z, Beyonce, or somebody famous for that matter, then maybe it would be ok; but you are a student at South Carolina State University. Can you let us know where the sun is?

Maybe everybody else is missing it. Honestly, your not making a statement, your just making everybody else wonder. Singer Mike Posner couldn’t have said it better in his hit song, “Cooler than Me”... “You got your designer shades just to hide your face and you wear em around like your cooler than me.” But the sad reality is, YOUR NOT COOL, neither do you look it! Please SC State students, let’s stop this! When you enter into a building, TAKE OFF YOUR SHADES! And if you happen to see somebody doing this, just say...

“C’MON SON!

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