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STAR By Jamika Harris Staff Writer SC State student, Kimberly Danielle Nichols, passed away on Oct 14, almost two months Kimberly Nichols shy of her twenty1986-2009 third birthday. Her young life was taken by a short illness, the nature of which has not been definitively determined. Nichols was the daughter of Pamela and Kenneth Nichols. She was a well loved Family and Consumer Science major with a concentration in Fashion Merchandising who planned to receive her Bachelor of Science degree in December 2009 along with her fellow classmates. Nichols was described as having an upbeat personality and one who always wore a smile. Her interests included shopping, designing clothes, and being with friends. She loved bold, vivid colors just like her favorite designer Betsey Johnson. She was also
The Cotton Club - New York (2nd Location) Photo courtesy www.streetswing.com By Dervedia Thomas Editor in Chief SC State’s 72nd Queen will be crowned during a celebration of movement on Oct 29. A Royal Renaissance, as it is called, will be a tribute to the Harlem Renaissance; an era characterized by African American innovations in art, literature, music, poetry and dance. Miss SC State, Zuri Stackhouse said she chose the theme simply because of what it represents, “The New Negro.” “This era represents the breaking of the slave mentality,” said Stackhouse. “It is the time where we ex-
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pressed ourselves through art, literature and music. This year, coronation will be like stepping into The Cotton club.” During the Harlem Renaissance, The Cotton club is one of the most famous nightclubs in history, and just like The Cotton club, the SmithHammond-Middleton Memorial center will be filled with music from a live jazz band, playing the sounds of famous artists like Cab Calloway, Billie Holiday and Sarah Vaughn. The two hour event will also be enhanced by poetry and vibrant dancing from student participants outfitted in flapper dresses and zoot suits, the signature fashion of that
1920’s era. The event will be directed by Henderson Davis Theatre Director Frank Mundy, who directed last year’s “Memoirs of a Royal Occasion,” for the 2008-2009 queen Uchechi Egbuhuzo. The former queen will also be on hand to crown the new Miss SC State. The Stackhouse clan will also be well represented, with one noticeable exception, Col. Heyward Stackhouse, Miss SC State’s father, has already left for service in Korea. The night will also encompass the installation of the new Student Government Association Members.
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Photo by Charlotte Collins Chief Photographer Miss Homecoming 2009 T’Anna Roberts
T’Anna Roberts is the new Miss Homecoming. SC State’s football team voted to select the sophomore agribusiness major from a pool of 18 candidates on Oct 17, after listening to speeches from each of the girls. SEE HOMECOMING PAGE 4
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By Dervedia Thomas Editor in Chief Over $32, 000 has been stolen from the Washington Dining Hall. Officials made the discovery Monday, October 19, and say the money may have been stolen between 9:30p.m Sunday night and 5 a.m. Monday morning. Vice President for Student Affairs Dr. Charles Smith explained that a large percentage of the
funds were proceeds from the concession stands at the SC State vs. FAMU game that Saturday. He also explained that all of the funds were the property of SODEXHO and does not impact the university’s budget. Campus police are currently investigating the theft of the large safe, which Smith says may
have involved more than one person to lift the item. Surveillance cameras in the facility were also found to be tampered with as they were discovered turned upwards. In more campus crime related news, just two days after the incident at the dining hall, SC State’s campus was “locked SEE CRIME PAGE 3
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Although she graduates three-and-a half years from now, SC State University freshman Kenyata Lawyer is not concerned about employment once she earns her degree in biology. The Hardeeville, S.C. native knows if she successfully completes the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program (NSP) requirements, she will secure a guaranteed position with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). “It’s such a relief to know that when I graduate, I will have a career. Before I even start my career, I will have gained all the experience I need to perform well on the job,” said Lawyer, who will work as a wildlife biologist for the U.S. Forest Service. Lawyer is one of three SC State students, who is a recipient of the NSP, which SEE CAREER PAGE 3
John Wesley Matthews, Jr. resides in Bowman, South Carolina where he received his early education. He was born on April 20, 1940, the son of Reverend J.W. and Victoria Williams Matthews. He graduated from South Carolina State College in 1967 and received a M.S. degree in education from South Carolina State College in 1976. He is married to Geraldine Hillard of Santee, South Carolina. He is the proud father of five children. The senior Senator from Orangeburg County has led the fight for Economic development, job creation and education in the State of South Carolina, particularly in the counties of District 39. A Senate Resolution was unanimously adopted in 2004 to authorize the commissioning of a portrait of the Honorable John Wesley Matthews, Jr., to be placed in South Carolina Senate Chambers to honor a distinguished statesman deserving of proper recognition by the state of South Carolina. The South Carolina native and alumnus of South Carolina State College is proud of his service to the state, and rightfully so. Prior to serving as a member of the House of Representative from 1975 through 1984 and as a State Senator since 1985, Senator Matthews previously served as a teacher at Cainhoy High School, Principal at Gaillard Primary School, and as a small business owner. In Addition, he is the former President of Zenith and Triangle Cablevision. This the SEE MARSHALS PAGE 3
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Continued from Page 1 an active member of the SC State student organization, Fashion Sense, who recently attended Fashion Week in Charlotte, NC, where they were able to mix and mingle with emerging local, national, and international designers. It was Nichols’ dream to become a designer. Dr. William Whitaker, associate professor for fashion merchandising, described her as “a very creative, detailed oriented, focused student.” She was the very first student that he has lost at this stage in life. He now says his classroom experience has been “dampened.” “A star has truly fallen,” he said. Nichols funeral was held October 22, 2009 at Macedonia Baptist Church in Augusta, Georgia. Whitaker along with Chairperson for the Family and Consumer Sciences department Dr Ethel Jones, and many SC state students attended the services. Reflections of Nichols life was done by a fellow member of the SC State community, Preston Zimmerman. The Family and Consumer Science department also made a monetary donation to the Nichols’ family and presented her parents with a proclamation in her honor on behalf of South Carolina State University. Jones sadly commented to The Collegian,“This is always a loss for us, especially when a person has a lot to contribute to the world. In our department we treat our
Kimberly Nichols’ last Facebook profile picture 1986-2009 students as family. We know our students and their parents.” @& In this tragedy, hope emerges. The Family and Consumer Science department hopes to establish memorial scholarship in her name. It will be used to support a well “To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die.” deserving student in this area. “We are doing ~ Thomas Campbell this in keeping with the mission of the department, which is to face challenges as one EDITOR’S NOTE: The wall posts presented above have been re-printed family,” said Whitaker. with the permission of the authors.
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Jack Nelson co-author of The Orangeburg Massacre died on Oct 22 of pancreatic cancer at the age of 80. Mr. Nelson had a profound impact on this campus and this community. At the time of the Massacre, Mr. Nelson was with the Atlanta Bureau of the Los Angeles Times, and he came to Orangeburg in 1968. Following the Massacre, he went to the segregated hospital on Carolina Avenue and told members of the staff that he was from the Bureau and that he wanted to see the records of the students who had been shot on Feb 8. The hospital staff thought he meant
he was with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and he did not tell them otherwise. They let him review the medical records. Those records revealed that virtually all of the students had been shot in the back, buttocks, and even soles of their feet. Nelson reported the results of his investigation in the Times. He and co-author Jack Bass subsequently demonstrated that the students had not possessed firearms that night—as the first media reports from Associated Press indicated. With Jack Bass, Mr. Nelson wrote the definitive account of the Massacre. Nelson was invited to return to this campus earlier this year to take part
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Its a Family Affair Monday, October 26, 2009 7:00 p.m. Comedy Show Featuring: Benji Brown & Gary Owens from BET Comic View • Location: Martin Luther King Jr. Auditorium • $3 Students w/college ID $5 General Admission • Contact: Campus Activity Board 803.536.8488 Tuesday, October 27, 2009 7:00 p.m. Residential Hall Step Show Host: Benji Brown from BET Comic View • Location: Smith-HammondMiddleton Memorial Center • $2 Students w/college ID $3 General Admission • Contact: Campus Activity Board 803.536.8488 Wednesday, October 28, 2009 7:00 p.m. “Rip Da Runway” Fashion Show Presented by: Fashion Consultant Gregory Moore • Location: Martin Luther King Jr. Auditorium • $3 Students w/college ID $5 General Admission • Contact: Campus Activity Board 803.536.8488 Thursday, October 29, 2009 8:00 p.m. A Royal Renaissance: A Celebration of Movement The Coronation of Miss SC State • Location: Smith Hammond Middleton • Contact: Student Life & Leadership 803.536.7057 Friday, October 30, 2009 9:00 a.m. Annual Bull Boys/SCSU Athletes Golf Tournament • Location: Hillcrest Golf Course
• Contact: Office of Alumni Relations 803.536.8946 2:00 p.m. Registration-All classes in reunion • Location: KW Green Student Center Garnet & Blue Room • Contact: Office of Alumni Relations 803.536.8946 5:00 p.m. Unveiling of the SCSUNAA 2010 Calendar • Location: Fine Arts Center • Contact: Office of Alumni Relations 803.536.8946 6:00 p.m. Art of the World Exhibition in conjunction with the SC State International Committee • Location: I.P. Stanback Museum and Planetarium Contact: I.P. Stanback Museum and Planetarium 803.536.7174 6:00 p.m. An Alumni “Funky Good Time” Fish Fry/Celebrating James Brown featuring The JB’s (former band) • Location: I.P. Stanback Museum and Planetarium • $20 at the door • Contact: I.P. Stanback Museum and Planetarium 803.536.7174 • Cotact: Office of Alumni Relations 803.536.8946 7:00 p.m. Greek Step Show & Concert Featuring: Grammy Nominated Artist Trey Songz • Location: Smith Hammond Middleton Memorial Center $15 SC State Students w/college ID $20 General Admission • Contact: Student Life & Leadership 803.536.7057 • Contact: Campus Activity Board 803.536.8488 9:30 a.m.
Saturday, October 31, 2009 Parade • Location: Edisto Gardens to SC State Campus • Contact: Office of Alumni Relations 803.536.8946 11:00 a.m. Reunion Classes • Class of 1979–Tailgate • Location: SHM Parking Lot (look for Class of 1979 banner—Red and Blue) • Class of 1989 –Tailgate before and after game • Stadium Area • Class of 1994–RV Tailgate– Before and after the game—Kendall Mobley and the Class of 1994 11:30 a.m. Celebration of Alumni Book Signing • Location: I.P. Stanback Museum & Planetarium • Contact: I.P. Stanback Museum & Planetarium 803.536.7174 1:30 p.m. SC State vs. Delaware State Football Game • Location: Oliver C. Dawson Stadium • Contact: Ticket Office 803.536.8579 8:30 p.m. Class of 1989–Social • Location: Fine Arts Center (Atrium) 9:00 p.m. Alumni Homecoming “After Party” • Location: Smith Hammond Middleton Memorial Center • Contact: Office of Alumni Relations 803.536.8946 Sunday, November 1, 2009 8:00 a.m. Farewell Breakfast • Washington Dining Hall • Contact: Office of Alumni Relations 803.536.8946
in the premier of “Scarred Justice,” the documentary on the Massacre. He appears in that documentary. He sent his regrets. His declining health made the trip impossible. A native of Talledega, Alabama, Mr. Nelson reported on virtually every major development in civil rights in the South in the 1960s including Bloody Sunday at the Edmund Pettis Bridge in Selma, Alabama. He earned the enmity of such people as Gov. George Wallace. He went on to serve as the Washington Bureau Chief of the LA Times and helped contribute significantly to the story that came to be known as Watergate. Mr. Nelson is no longer with us, but his legacy lives on.
Spring 2010 Registration Readiness October 27, 2009 Registration begins for Spring 2010 for all students January 5, 2010 Registration ends for Spring 2010 and Deadline to pay all fees for Spring 2010 without a $100 Late Registration Fee January 6-11 Late Registration Period begins for all students January 12 Classes begin. Drop/Add begins January 19 Drop/Add ends for Spring 2010 Dos and Don’ts Do Ensure financial readiness by checking with the Financial Aid Office before October 27, 2009 as needed Seek advisement and PIN to be ready to begin registration for Spring 2010 on October 27, 2009 Pay Balance Due and clear all outstanding obligations that will prevent early registration beginning October 27, 2009 Complete registration for Spring 2010 BEFORE leaving for the holidays. Don’t Wait until the last day to complete registration for Spring 2010 Coming Soon – The Spring 2010 Schedule of Courses CORRECTIONS In the article, “Senate to vote on SC State KING,” it was incorrectly stated that student fees will be raised as a result of the proposed position. According to SGA however, there is only a “POSSIBILITY” that student fees will be raised. The Collegian apologizes for any inconvenience caused.
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CAMPUS NEWS The Collegian • MONDAY OCTOBER 26, 2009
Campus Police Partners with Residential Life and Housing to Fight Crime The Collegian Staff Captain Denise Padgett with the SC State University Police Department began her career at SC State as a ticket writer. In that position, students weren’t too fond of Padgett when they were reprimanded for not following on-campus traffic instructions. However, Padgett used these circumstances to learn about the students. “I was able to get the situation to deescalate,” says Padgett. She often did this by asking students questions about their personal life. Finding out their major, hometown and goals led Padgett to remember certain students. “You start right there,” says Padgett. “You build the confidence and the relationship, and you begin to mentor every single day,” notes Padgett. Establishing a relationship and building a rapport with students has been the precedent set by the entire
SC State University Police Department, says Padgett, noting that the entire staff for the police department want to ensure students’ success and safety. This is also the reason why Micheal Bartley, interim police chief for the SC State University Police Department, began a partnership with Residential Life and Housing. Once a month, police officers from the department will visit residence halls on campus. These officers will interact with students regarding several factors that will foster a more safe and secure campus. According to Padgett, there will be a shredding initiative in which officers will demonstrate the most effective shredding techniques used to combat identify theft. Officers will also provide safety tips while students are walking on campus or in their car. Additional initiatives include a National Night Out Campaign, consisting of students from each residence hall who will be enlightened by the
SC State Police Officers, other law enforcement agencies throughout the state and citizens. This will heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, participation in local anticrime activities and the strengthening of police-community partnerships. A Community Outreach Program will also alert students, faculty and staff of any suspicious activity on campus. Officers also plan to use this partnership for encouraging students in the Criminal Justice Program to seek out internships with the SC State University Police Department. The internship is designed for young men and women who have an interest in law enforcement. While it is evident that the partnership between the SC State University Police Department and Residential Life and Housing will provide for a more safe campus, according to Padgett, this is also an opportunity for students to look at their police officers
as people who are diligently working for them and not against them. “What we will gain from this initiative is that students are going to be able to come to us,” says Padgett. “We want to do whatever it takes to ensure that students get from point A to point B. That’s the gratification that we get from everything that we do, when we see students graduate that we have worked with,” exclaims Padgett. Padgett says that the partnership between SC State University Police and Residential Life and Housing is an initiative that will require effort from all officials in the department, not from her solely. Therefore, you can look for a police officer in your residence hall on the 1st and the 15th of each month. For more information on the partnership between the SC State University Police Department and Residential Life and Housing, call (803) 536-7188.
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down” on Wednesday October 21, in the evening, restricting access to persons without valid identification. The measure was implemented to act on reports from a Claflin student who was the victim of armed robbery on SC State’s campus while making his way to a location adjacent to the campus. The student who is a member of the Marching 101, was accosted my men in ski masks who stole his cell phone. Campus Police working with State Police, have since apprehended a 17 year old male (non-student) in connection with the crime. Smith expressed how “sad” the situation is, “Armed robbery is a very serious offence; someone can face 5-15 years, and for what, a cell phone?” Smith is also urging students to exercise more caution. “We ask people when moving around to make sure their doors are locked, do not take it for granted that you are just in the hall, there are people moving around just checking doors to see if there are any open.” Additional measures the new VP is working on include increasing lighting on campus and posting officers at the Queen’s Village gate. Smith also advised that security will be increased noting the fact that we are approaching the holidays. In 2008, 12 burglaries were reported over the three day Thanksgiving break in the Andrew Hugine Jr, Suites alone.
Keys Recovered Another ‘bizzare’ but potentially dangerous situation has been resolved by university officials. Keys, stolen from the Hugine Suites administration area during the black out caused by a blown transformer, have been recovered. Smith said they are still investigating how persons were able to enter the administration area and remove the keys. They keys however, were old and not able to access any of the rooms in the suites.
Mays Hall Robber pleads guilty Xavier Rodgers, 19, plead guilty in General Sessions court last week to robbing a man last year inside Mays hall according to the Times and Democrat, (thetandd). The Summerville native pleaded guilty to strong-arm robbery for an incident on Oct. 16, 2008. It was reported that using a handgun, Rodgers robbed a man of his jewelry inside the residence hall. The victim later identified the suspect on surveillance video. Circuit Court Judge Ed Dickson sentenced Rodgers under the Youthful Offender’s Act not to exceed five years. Belcher Hall The break-in at Belcher Hall is still an “active, agressive” investigation according to Interim Police Chief Michael Bartley. Approximately $1500 worth of items were stolen from the second floor of Belcher Hall on the weekend ending Oct 12, making the business college the fifth building in a string of weekend burglaries. Business Professor Carlson Austin whose desktop computer was stolen says he lost valuable information. He also commented that this type of activity may have a detrimental effect. “It may lead to limited access to buildings on weekends,” he said. “And it is a detriment to the university, because we may not be able to sustain these losses and still remain the best value in the South East.
This background would prepare him for his distinguished and dedicated public service as he served on the House and Senate committees to improve education and the economic welfare of every citizen of South Carolina. He has led the fight for economic development, job creation and education in the State of South Carolina , and particularly in the counties of District 39, (Bamberg, Colleton, Dorchester, Hampton and Orangeburg.) He serves on the Senate Education, Finance, Banking and Insurance, Rules, Ethics and Invitations Committees. Senator Matthews has earned the respect of his colleagues in both the House and Senate. He serves as Chairman of the Orangeburg Board, the Governor’s Middle Grades Task Force, and former Chairman of the South Carolina Legislative Black Caucus. In 2004, Orangeburg County Council designated the 500 or more acres site located at the South East Quadrant of U.S. 301/176 Highway in Orangeburg County as the John W. Matthews Industrial Park. His service has garnered recognition and numerous awards, including the Distinguished Alumni Award, South Carolina State University, the Orangeburg As a recipient of the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program, freshman Kenyata Lawyer is County Democrat of the Year and Minority on track to becoming a wildlife biologist. Business Advocate of the Year. Geraldine Hillard and her husband State Senator John W. Matthews, Jr. reside in Bowman, South Carolina. They are the proud parents of five children; Cynthia, Michael, Stephanie, John and Brian; and Continued from Page 1 nine grandchildren. Geraldine is the 5th child of eight siblings from the union of the awards students a full scholarship and other benefits. late John T. and Mariah Mallard Hillard. Not only does the scholarship pay for tuition, room and board and the cost Mrs. Matthews was reared in Santee, of books, but the scholarship program provides use of a laptop computer and South Carolina and joined Providence printer. Baptist Church at an early age. While at Perhaps the greatest benefit is on-the-job training that students receive as Providence, she was known for her they matriculate through college. oratorical skills and was often chosen For Lawyer and the other USDA Scholars (Sirrena Favors, a sophomore for readings during special events and civil engineering major from Atlanta, Ga., and Russell Simon, a junior accelebrations. counting major from Santee, S.C.), the NSP has been an instrumental educaShe was a member of the Sunbeam Choir, tional opportunity for dispelling the myths about agricultural careers. Usher Board, and was selected numberous “Persons who work for the USDA make a difference in the world around times as a delegate to the Sunday School us. For example, there are professionals who inspect and grade our food, and Conventions. without them we would not be able to eat wholesome food. Shortly after marriage and her relocation USDA professionals are people who work behind the scenes to help ento Bowman, South Carolina, she joined hance the quality of life for the American people,” said Lawyer. Pineville Methodist Church. At Pineville, Graduating high school seniors and rising college sophomores and juniors she serves as first black woman chairperson can apply for the program, if they gain acceptance to or are current students of the Administrative Council; a member at an 1890 land-grant institution. of the United Methodist Accepted students must study agriculture, food, natural resources sciences Woman; a member of the Lay Leadership or other related disciplines. Committee Usher Board; and is always In addition, applicants who are high school seniors must: be a U.S. citiavailable to help with any special projects zen; hold a high school diploma or G.E.D certificate; have a cumulative high and programs. school GPA of 3.0 (or better) on a 4.0 scale; have a combined verbal/math Geraldine Matthews is a vital part of score of at least 1,000 on the SAT or a composite score of at least 21 on the the Bowman community, always giving ACT; and submit a signed application with original signatures. willingly of her time and resources to Rising college sophomores and juniors must: be a U.S. citizen; have a minibetter the community for all citizens. mum cumulative GPA of 3.0; submit a current resume and an official tranShe serves as Vice Chair of the Lower script; submit two letters of recommendations; write and submit a 500-800 Orangeburg/ Upper Dorchester Economic word essay; and submit a signed application with original signatures. All reDevelopment Initiative, member of the quired materials must be postmarked by Feb. 1, 2010, and can be submitted Adult Literacy Program; Precinct Worker; to Jozette Young, USDA agricultural liaison officer at SC State University, P.O. and member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Box 7246, Orangeburg, SC 29117. Sorority Incorporated. Eligible scholarship applicants are selected by USDA agencies based on Mrs. Matthews has been a distinguished their projected workforce needs and the applicants chosen career aspirations and dedicated member of many professional and interests. affiliations to include: Retired Each annual scholarship renewal is based upon satisfactory performance Media Specialist; Life Member, National and normal progress towards the bachelor degree, said Young. Education Association; Life Member, “For the most part, when people think of agriculture, they think of producSouth Carolina Education Associated; ing crops and raising livestock, but not the science and business aspects. Orangeburg County Education Association; Agriculture is not just farming, but includes so many careers from farm-toand Calhoun County Disabilities & Special fork and from field-to-fabric,” said Young. Needs Board. She’s also a member “Though not all USDA careers are supported by the scholarship program, of the Bridge-a-Dears-Bridge Club. careers in the field include researchers, biologists, accountants, loan officers, Family and good family values are computer programmers and analysts, law enforcement agents, engineers, important to Mrs. Matthews. food scientists, statisticians, nutritionists and agricultural extension agents, She says, among the greatest riches our to name a few,” continued Young. family have are the values instilled in us by According to Young, the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program was esmy parents and John‘s parents. These values tablished in 1992 as part of the partnership between the USDA and the 18 we have passed on to our descendants and universities in the 1890 Land-Grant System. The goal of the program is to inwe continue to impress upon them the crease the number of minorities studying agriculture, food, natural resource importance of the being sensitive to the sciences and other related disciplines. needs of the others; educate Since its inception at SC State, the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program yourself for your benefit and for the has awarded 27 scholarships to deserving high school seniors. The NSP has betterment of the world, but most of all, be prepared students to have careers as biologists, accountants, loan officers/ faithful, be strong, and walk according to managers, contract specialists and computer analysts with USDA agencies the will of God. such as the Forest Service, Farm Service Agency, Rural Development and the Office of Chief Information Officer. More Online To obtain scholarship information, contact Jozette Young at (803) 536-8844 or joyoung@scsu.edu. Information is also available at http://www.ascr.usda. gov/1890programs.html. The scholarship application and other supporting www.thescsucollegian.com materials must be post marked by February 1, 2010.
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CAMPUS LIFE The Collegian • MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2009
Senior Class Turning Garnet and Blue GREEN By Jonathan White Managing Editor Everywhere you look these days, more and more people are “Going Green” Why? Is it some sort of new trend or fad that will eventually just go away? Class of 2010 doesn’t think so. Last week they launched their Going Green Initiative aimed at charging the University to change some of its habits and lifestyle choices, so that we can become more eco-friendly. Going through various Halls and places of the campus, you may have seen the green stickers asking everyone to become more eco-friendly and save energy. “We as individuals do a
lot of things that are not eco friendly,” said Senior Class President Sophie Le. “We want to charge everyone to recycle and re-use” Accoding to Le, the purpose of the Going Green Initiative is to revitalize the campus environmentally and to also make everyone financially and physically responsible. It aims to increase people`s awareness of the part their personal choices can play in delivering sustainable development and commitment to changing their lifestyles, so as to reduce their impact on the environment. “It’s a lot of small things that people do that add up,” she said. “After using a can, don’t just throw it away. It can
be made into so many other things such as a milk carton or a park bench.” The Class is asking everyone to recycle, and save energy and water. According to Going Green News and Research, the moment you wake up, get dressed, and drive or walk off to handle your daily activities, whether it is school related or for recreation purposes, once you step outside, your nose is hit with all types of chemicals that are floating through our air. Carbon gases, pesticides, and many other chemicals that if prolonged, exposure to can and will damage our health. If everyone decided go
green everyone’s health would improve for the better. This is the exact reason why the class feels it is in the Universities best interest to Go Green. Last week the Class gave out green cupcakes and punch
Photo courtesy www.ikea.com to raise awareness, and will soon do more. Class of 2010 will soon start a recycling program and begin planting trees, marking their way to GO GREEN!
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Miss Homecoming 2009 T’Anna Roberts Photo by Charlotte Collins /Chief Photographer
Roberts, a native of Atlanta, said she wanted to be Miss Homecoming because she represents everything that the football team stands for. “From my perspective, the football team represents a high work ethic, dedication and not to be forgotten, scholastics.” Roberts who is also part of the Marching 101 band and says she understands the long nights practicing, hard work and dedication displayed by the
football team. Although the new queen said she was nervous while giving her speeches, she was still victorious with 26 votes; her closest rivals received 20 and 18 respectively. Roberts plays the alto saxaphone with the Marching 101, an instrument she has played for the past 11 years. She was also an athlete in her high school as a member of both the basketball team and
the track team. After being a part of SC State’s band camp in 2006, Roberts says knew she wanted to attend SC State. Miss Homecoming will be featured at SC State’s Homecoming Parade on Oct 31. Later that day, she will be officially crowned during half- time at the Homecoming match between the SC State and Delaware State University.
SC State Alumna shares story of domestic violence in college By Dervedia Thomas Editor in Chief SC State alumna Sylvia Gates Mealing, is opening up about her college relationship that almost ended her life in a new e-book released in July 2009. Mealing, who was an SC State student in the late 60’s, around the time of the Orangeburg Massacre, was shot by her boyfriend three times, almost ending her life. “I had a near death experience,” she said. “I remember dying; I remember my spirit going up towards the light. They tell me the doctors revived me.” Mealing did not escape the ordeal without scars. At age 21, she was left paralyzed on her left side for the past 30 years. This book, she explained was important for her to write, because young people do not think that someone they love can hurt them. “We choose to think that if we live right, and do the right things that bad things won’t happen to us, but bad things happen to good people,” she said. Her boyfriend, she explained, was her high school sweetheart and they decided to go to SC State College together. “He was my everything,” she said. “I didn’t think it would happen.” Her life after the incident was not easy either. “When you are paralyzed, people think you are retarded. I was a teacher and I was still suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, but I made it, because of God and prayer.” The first sign she said, is control. Trying to separate you from family and friends; when no does not mean no, and when the person has no self control. She said she tried to figure out what prompted
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her boyfriend to become that way, and realized that not only did he have several deaths in his family over the months prior, but the Orangeburg Massacre itself may have affected him. “It was like Vietnam,” she said describing that night. “I was standing on the balcony in Bradham and Manning and I heard this loud sound and asked, are those gunshots? He was outside on the hill; it [the trauma] affected him emotionally.” Mealing is urging parents to talk to their children repeatedly about domestic violence and advises young people to report the matter immedi-
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ately on the fist sign of abuse. “Contact the police, tell mama, tell somebody; the major thing is to stop it before it gets that far; whenever you stay you give the person permission.” Along with her daughter, Mealing visited SC State on Oct 12 as part of a collaboration between SC State’s Counseling center and Campus Police to promote awareness during Domestic Violence Awareness month. Speaking about her mother’s book, her daughter Kristen Gates said, “I’m glad she was able to talk about the things that happened in her life. Growing up, she shared bits and pieces, but I never knew why my mother was so different, when I was in high school she finally told me.” Her advice to her daughter and to all in an abusive relationship is, “Love does not hurt, if a man ever raises his hand to you, walk away.” Mealing’s e-book can be purchased at http:// www.neverabuseme.com/
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Resources SC State’s Counseling & Self-development Center Phone: 803-536-7245 Campus Police Phone: 803-536-7188 United Way Association of South Carolina Phone: 211 Helpline 803-733-5408 Crisis Line
Cornel West Speaks on Politics, Education, Life at SU By Breanna Paul Blackcollegewire Students, faculty, staff and citizens of Baton Rouge and surrounding areas gathered recently in the Royal Cotillion Ballroom of the SmithBrown Memorial Union on Southern University’s campus hear Dr. Cornel West speak as a part of the 20092010 Chancellor’s Lecture Series. West is a professor at Princeton University in the Center for AfricanAmerican Studies and the department of religion. Not many people in the audience knew that West was kicked out of school in third grade. He refused to say the Pledge of Allegiance to the American flag. “My uncle was lynched and then wrapped in the flag,” West recalled. He credits the power of love in the West family. “They provided a positive outlook for the rage instilled in me.” West spoke of Jim Crow laws and their negative effects on the AfricanAmerican community. “Jim Crow laws are a form of American terrorism,” West said. “This made Black
people feel less beautiful and intelligent and eventually we disrespected ourselves.” Throughout his lecture, West spoke of paideia. Paideia is Greek for education and instruction. “Students go to school and are still not educated,” West said. He also called for soul transformation. “Students need to look beyond the words in the book and understand the true philosophy behind them.” West challenged each generation to “Lift Every Voice.” “People need to find their own voice and not be an echo and be original,” West said. He related this back to modern music and how some artists’ are copying from the greats such as Duke Ellington and Nina Simone. West also spoke on the rise of greed in the United States since the presidency of Ronald Reagan, even in churches. “In some churches, you see an ATM before you see a cross,” West said. He also mentioned how the election of Barack Obama has ended
Kenyetta M. Collins/Southern Digest Cornel West at Southern U. the era of Ronald Reagan. “The era of Barack Obama has brought on empowerment of the everyday and ordinary person.” West also talked about the national healthcare plan proposed by President Obama. “This should not even be negotiable, since it is a public op-
tion. The pharmacists and insurance companies would actually benefit from the plan,” West said. He also noted the hypocrisy of the Reagan era. “They want individuals to help themselves but they are not offered the means, due to the “rich get richer” mindset that the United States government runs by. This makes welfare seemed frowned upon,” West said. In order to make the appearance, West took time out from his book tour for “Brother West: Living and Loving Out Loud, a Memoir.” West is author of numerous other books including the popular “Race Matters” (1994). The podcast of West’s lecture will be available on www.southerndigest. com. Breanna Paul writes for The Southern Digest, the Southern University Baton Rouge student newspaper, which originally published a version of this article
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NATION & WORLD The Collegian • MONDAY OCTOBER 26, 2009
Grambling President Resigns for Homecoming
Twin suicide car bombs in Baghdad kill 136 (AP) BAGHDAD, Iraq — Two powerful suicide car bombs blew up outside the Justice Ministry and city government offices in downtown Baghdad Sunday, killing at least 136 people in the worst attack in more than two years. Iraqi leaders said the attacks aimed to disrupt political progress in the months leading up to January’s crucial elections. While violence has dropped dramatically in the country since the height of the sectarian tensions, the latest bombings underscored the precarious nature of the security gains and the insurgency’s abilities to still pull off devastating attacks in the center of what is supposed to be one of Baghdad’s most secure areas. The street where the blasts occurred had just been reopened to vehicle traffic a few months ago when blast walls were repositioned to allow traffic closer to the government buildings. Such changes were touted by Iraq’s prime minister as a sign that safety was returning to the city. “The perpetrators of these treacherous and despicable acts are no longer hiding their objective but to the contrary, they publicly declare that they are targeting the state ... and aiming at blocking the political process, halting it and destroying what we have achieved in the last six years,” President Jalal Talabani said. There have been no claims of responsibility so far, but massive car bombs have been the hallmark of the Sunni insurgents seeking to overthrow the country’s Shiite-dominated government. “This is a political struggle, the price of which we are paying,” said provincial council member alRubaiey. “Every politician is responsible and even the government is responsible, as well as security leaders.” The explosions were just a few hundred yards from Iraq’s Foreign Ministry which is still rebuilding after massive bombings there in August. The bombings were a devastating blow for a country that has seen a dramatic drop in violence since the height of the sectarian fighting in 2006 and 2007.
By Imani Jackson Blackcollegewire Grambling State University has announced the resignation of University President Horace Judson, effective Oct. 31, the day of Grambling State’s homecoming game. Though many question the timing of the decision - the announcement came exactly 10 days before the effective date --Judson’s administration is noted for increased academic standards, improved student-housing, creation of Grambling’s Center for Mathematical Achievement in Science and Technology, the Tiger Fund scholarship and beginning construction of a Performing Arts Center. “Undeniably, President Judson has left his footprint on our Grambling campus. Under his tenure the university has built state-of-the-art dormitories, a student union, assembly center, and many other improvements,” said University of Louisiana System Board Member Mildred Gallot in a press release announcing the resignation. “When I began as president at GSU, I made a commitment to serve for five years,” said Judson in the press release. “I am proud of all that has been accomplished, and I consider it a privilege to have served as President of GSU.” Imani Jackson is editor of The Gramblinite, the Grambling State University student newspaper, which originally published this article.
Bold Intruder Locks Himself in Bathroom, Takes Shower By Tahirah Hairston Blackcollegewire An unauthorized man entered Howard University’s Plaza Tower East, locked himself in a student’s bathroom and showered on Sunday before University Police asked him to leave without making an arrest. Manjot Jassal, a sophomore biology major, was abruptly awakened at 4:30 a.m. to find an unwanted visitor lurking outside her bedroom in her suite. Screaming at the top of her lungs Jassal yelled, “Get out! Get out!” She said the intrud-
er then walked away and Jassal locked her bedroom door. Jassal called for HUPD while the stranger remained just outside her room. Jassal said officers entered her room to find the stranger’s clothes and shoes spread over her floor. The intruder locked himself in Jassal’s bathroom and took a shower. Officers asked him to get dressed and forced him to leave the premises. HUPD Chief Leroy K. James said this incident with Jassal was the only case that his officers are aware of with this unidentified intruder, but Jassal
said she heard talk that morning of several complaints against the same man. “They told me that he was in jail, but I found out from my housing coordinator that they [HUPD] let him go,” Jassal said. She proceeded to call Metropolitian Police. According to Jassal, HUPD gave the man an option to leave if he cooperated — an option he took advantage of. She said the Metropolitan Police did not understand why HUPD let the man go and said to “call 911 if something else happens, not campus po-
lice.” She also said the Metropolitan Police said there isn’t much they can do because the perpetrator was already released from custody. The Hilltop has yet to contact Metropolitan Police. James said HUPD is conducting an internal inquiry to learn why that release occurred and is in the midst of obtaining an arrest warrant. “It shouldn’t come to the point where they need a warrant on the guy. They had him in custody two times already,” Jassal said. She said she has made a complaint with HUPD and
will contact Metropolitan Police again today to find out what further measures she should take. “I’m undeniably astonished at the fact we come here thinking we are safe, and I can’t even be safe in my own bedroom,” Jassal said. “I don’t think ,‘Oh I hate this place,’ but I’m outraged at the fact that the security isn’t up to par.” Tahirah Hairston writes for The Hilltop, the Howard University student newspaper, which originally published this article.
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Light Skin is still in for Men, but Women prefer .... By Jonathan White Managing Editor A recent poll done at South Carolina State University, suggests that men find lighter skinned women more alluring, while women are the polar opposite, preferring darker men. The results were taken from a sample of 50 men and 50 women. Thirty two out of the 50 men preferred the lighter skinned women and 36 out of 50 women preferred brown or dark-skinned men. “I prefer light skinned women, because that’s where it is in today’s society,” said Freshman Criminal Justice major Sir William Blanding. What Blanding said is proving to be popular opinion. Conversations with male students reveal that preference is shown towards the type of women they see in the magazines or videos. It doesn’t matter if it’s a billboard, television commercial, magazine ad, or models, you will always see lighter skinned women. In rapper Drake’s “Every Girl in the World” hit song, he says he likes “long hair thick red bones.” Even when you look at our Marching 101 Band Champagne Dancers, there are lighter skinned females. So what’s wrong with our darker skinned women? According to British news service Mail Online, men are attracted to lighter skinned women because the skin tone is associated with innocence, purity, modesty, virginity, vulnerability, and goodness. “I would rather date a light skinned girl because they are the more confident women,” said senior physical education major Randall Smith. On the other hand women say they choose men with darker complexions because it is associated with sex, mystery, and danger. “I like to think of darker males as the guys who can protect me in the time of need, said freshman political science major, Brittany Brown. “Light skin men are the more sensitive guys.” Conversely darker males get attention for many other
reasons. “I prefer dark-skinned men because I find some of them to look more distinguished and I love the richness of their complexions,” said freshman criminal justice major Shaunterri Gantt. It seems complexions also come with many stereotypes. According to an article in the Las Vegas local news service Topix, lighter skinned individuals are labeled as the more stuck up and cocky ones, while darker skinned are the more laid back, cool individuals. “I would never date a light skinned guy because I’m light skinned, said freshman biology major, Maetreaina Straglin. “For one I’m cocky and he will be too, so our personalities would clash.” Because darker complexioned guys are now getting the most attention, many feel overlooked or in some sort of behind the scenes competition. “I definitely feel in competition with darker skin guys, said freshman mass communications major Donovan Alston.” Females prefer them because they look at us light skinned men as being too conceited.” The stereotypes have also created competition for the darker skin ladies. “I believe guys pick light skinned girls because they view them as prettier,” said freshman Business administration major Kim Smith. Hip-Hop website, Global Grind, people date people with a certain complexion because they feel this is what is acceptable. Despite the fuss about complexions, for some it doesn’t matter; a girl is a girl, and a guy is a guy. Freshman Education major, Nicholas Wright summed it up well. “I hate it when anyone assumes something about a person based on their skin complexion, before they even have a chance to meet them.” The majority of SC State students say, it doesn’t matter who you are or who you are with, as long as the person is good on the inside.
College is Overrated By Anthony Brooking Staff Writer discussed in this article; stay tuned). they can do these things and still get People attend college these days, The only way to advance economi- a degree. not to gain an education, but merely cally in this country is through eduWhy do the so called “best” schools to obtain a degree. cation. It is true that we have stories cost the most? I think that Harvard A degree? A piece of paper that of “first to go to college in his/her is no better that SC State; the former simply states that you know how to family” and “coming from a rough is just injected with more money follow directions. neighborhood to graduate from than the latter. It’s sad when dollars Someone can be as smart as a pro- Yale”, etc, but besides those idiosyn- determine dumbness. phetic sage, or as dumb as a stick of crasies that we see every now and So what do people do to lessen the deodorant, but they both are given then, the majority of people labeled cost of college? They try to rush out the same degree. as lower class, rarely (if ever) aren’t in four years. Aren’t colleges and universities enrolled in colleges and universities. If you can complete college in eight supposed to be institutions of highWhy then is the cost of college semesters, while soaking up all the er learning? If so, why are massive loans increasing? Save me the gar- information you can, then all power numbers of students receiving their bage of “recession” talk. to you. degrees while being highly unpreWhy is gaining knowledge so exIf you cannot, (and I see this regupared for the outside world? Why else do so many students cheat, miss class, and when they do come to class they are horribly If I am paying unprepared? Because students know they can do these things and still get a degree. thousands of dol-Anthony Brooking lars for tuition and fees, spending hundreds of hours in classrooms, pensive? Actually, it really isn’t. larly at SC State) then do not rush it. and utilizing an incalculable number Personally, I can learn more by myYeah, you might pay more, but you of minutes on projects, study ses- self in a library reading textbooks will be better prepared in the long sions, and homework assignments, I (and answering the questions at run. darn well do not want to be awarded the end of the chapter(s)), rather Malcolm X stated that “a colwith a Sales Associated position at than sitting in front of teachers for lege confers a status symbol upon Wal-Mart. 5 hours (equivalent to an 18 credit its students.” In his autobiography College is no longer viewed as a class schedule) every week. Plus, I he recalled an instance as such: “an place to enlighten a persons’ intel- can save thousands of dollars that English writer telephoned me from lect, it is just a place to inflate a per- can be put to better use such as to London, asking questions. One was, sons’ ego. fund elementary schools, rehabilita- ‘What’s your alma mater?’ I told him, Why is college so expensive? tion centers, and youth recreational ‘Books.’” Doesn’t America want all of its citi- programs. College is an important institution zens to be educated past the point of The problem is that people have when used correctly. It is not curadequacy? Heck no! become conditioned not to have an rently being utilized properly. College is only for the few who can intrinsic motivation to learn. I guess this phenomenon mimics manage to afford it, it is the ultimate Why else do so many students America’s dislike of educating the class divider (education and class cheat, miss class, and when they do masses. have a direct and unchangeable cor- come to class they are horribly unWhy then should I be surprised? relation that is too broad a topic to be prepared? Because students know
Friends with Benefits Can you really avoid the feelings? By Jessica Teasdale Copy Editor So what is “Friends with Benefits,” exactly? Although many would refer to it as a casual relationship that does not accurately define the term. A casual relationship is one, in which, there is an agreement; where emotions are involved as well as physical activity. In contrast, “Friends with Benefits” is an agreement where there aren’t supposed to be any romantic emotions involved. Of course different people view FWB in their own perspectives; exes that occasionally hook-up, friends that decide to pursue a sexual relationship, or acquaintances that stumble in to bed and partake in something that “just happened.” Freshman Shayla Lyles-Dennis says, “They are good to have, because not only are you cool with that person, but you also won’t be considered a whore.” Junior, James Shakleford agrees. “They are okay as long as both parties are safe and trustworthy,” he said. Casual sex with the same person with no strings attached- sounds appealing to a college student, right? Sophomore Jay Williams thinks it is too risky. “I wouldn’t do friends with benefits because it causes emotional confusion,” he says. What about when a FWB goes wrong? Emotional conflict is common among people that have a FWB. Emotions, which are not supposed to be there develop and one person may not feel the same as the other. At what price is this agreement? What will you even-
tually gain from this arrangement? Meaningless sex and unwanted attachments are the least of your worries. A lot of things happen during sexual intercourse, things that one can not control. When sexual intercourse is taking place the body releases hormones. Some students find ways to try to get around this. Senior Calhoun Cornwell said, “When it’s strictly sex, no feelings, I’m not kissing her.” This may seem to be a smart move on his part, because while kissing, saliva is exchanged. It has been speculated that male saliva contains the hormone testosterone, which acts as an aphrodisiac for women. [That’s why in some cases kissing leads to sex.] In addition to testosterone, studies done by Diane Witt, assistant professor of psychology, show that while in the act of sexual intercourse, the hormone oxytocin, a bonding hormone, is released. As a result, after a few “benefits” are received, even seeing your “friend” can trigger more of this hormone’s release causing you to want to bond with that person. Witt’s research also outlines that when this hormone is reduced, it could lead to destructive behavior. Oxytocin is released during sex, breast feeding and labor; which are supposed to be special moments, moments where a man and a woman bond. This is where FWB goes wrong. Although one may like to believe that there aren’t going to be any “strings” attached, it is virtually unavoidable
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Soccer Team Fights to a 1-1 Overtime Tie Against Delaware State By SC State Sports Information ORANGEBURG, SC – The South Carolina State soccer team played its fourth overtime match of the season Sunday before settling for a 1-1 tie against Delaware State in a Great West Soccer contest Sunday at Oliver C. Dawson Stadium. The contest marked the fourth overtime of the campaign for Coach Glad Bugariu’s team which is undefeated in extra-period matches with a 2-02 mark. The Lady Bulldogs are 8-6-2 overall (2-2-1 in the GWC) and bidding to bring the university its first winning campaign in the history of the
soccer program. SC State has three regular-season matches – one at home – and the Nov. 5-9 Great West Tournament remaining to accomplish that goal. On Sunday, transfer Brook Ehinger got the only goal of the match for the Lady Bulldogs when she scored with 10:36 remaining in regulation off an assist from Sasha Bender to deadlock the contest at 1-1. Delaware State, who earlier lost 1-0 to SC State at Dover, had taken a 1-0 advantage in the match on a goal from Ashlee Gourdine with 26:33 left in regulation. Neither team was able to score in the two overtimes.
An ode to Basketball Opening Tip By Nkosi Kennedy Sports Editor Finally, Basketball has come out of hibernation to give us our yearly dose of round-ball fever. Ever since the Larry O’Brien trophy was given to the Lakers last year, things have taken the usual motions. The draft provided a little heat and Free agency gave us a constant simmer over the summer. Still, everybody has a new piece and is Rasheed Wallace just itching to try it out. But nothing Photo courtesy ayer0924.blogsome.com can compare to the real thing, so let’s compare the conferences before we see the opening tip. The west has changed since the end of the year, but the power teams have stayed the same. Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers lead the charge to the NBA finals Ron Artest as the new addition. In San Antonio, the Spurs broke the bank and robbed the draft to get back in contention; but the window is closing on the silver and black. The other team in LA, the clippers, hopes that Blake Griffin will deliver them from the 20 win cellar. While I can’t make any predictions yet, no team will be under .500 and in the playoffs. Meanwhile in the east, several players have a brand new lease on life. The Boston Celtics get back their heart with Kevin Garnett and added Rasheed Wallace for some extra flavor. Cleveland got Shaq to try and keep LeBron and it still might not be enough. The Magic let go of Hedo Türkoğlu to pick up Vinsanity and keep the Turkish hammer. Ben Gordon and Charlie Villanueva both left there teams for money in Detroit. Wade wants to get back to the playoffs but can the Heat take him there? Will agent zero find his old groove to raise the Wizards out the cellar? Only the ball can tell you that. In basketball, some things change and some stay the same. There will always be the team that comes out the gate fast, but sputters out at the finish. The contender that starts slow but finishes on a tear. Don’t forget about the team that comes out of nowhere to turn some heads in the league. The names and numbers on the jerseys may change, but the passion and excitement will always be there. So I say lean back, wear your favorite jersey, and lets get this long overdue party started.
Should there be only one 23? By Nkosi Kennedy Sports Editor In all American sports, there is no bigger compliment for a player then retiring the jersey that he wore. Truthfully, there’s no greater accomplishment outside of the hall of fame. The act is a symbol of appreciation not only from the organization you played with, but the fans you played for. Telling any player coming to your organization that they can’t wear your number because only you can wear it is a tremendous form of respect. Not one that is not given through money or fame, but respect, dedication and hard work. Ok, let’s put the facts, Michael Jordan is one of the greatest players to ever play the game of basketball. His relentless style of play and extreme confidence made him one of the most polarizing figures in his time. Jordan is single handedly responsible for opening up the game of basketball to heights unseen with the dream team in the Olympics. The man deserves a lot of credit but one question still remains, is one man bigger than the game? It’s been half a century since Air Jordan has stepped off the court with the wizards, but the game hasn’t died since he left. People haven’t stopped playing the game since he left; in fact, the game is at its most diverse (76 players from 31countries). International basketball has gone from a long shot to a viable option for high school students (Brandon Jennings). The sphere of basketball has reached farther then ever before, in the absence of MJ. But, if were going to retire number23 throughout the league, why stop with him? Jerry West is the symbol of the league (literally), why not retire the 44? Bill Russell already has the NBA finals trophy, why not take out number 6? Don’t forget to mention Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Larry Bird, Bob Cousy, and Wilt Chamberlain. Is anybody willing to say that Jordan deserves this more then them, his predecessors? When Jordan went into the hall of fame, people stopped and realized that a dream was over. In that instance, a shot from the hip was taken. We get so swept up in the moment that we forgot history. Chicago and (oddly enough) Miami have retired his jersey, and he didn’t even play for that team. Please don’t let the history of the game be forgotten just for the beauty of the moment. The man has the shoes, the fame, even our hearts; somehow, I think that’s enough.
SC State dominated in shots attempted 26 to 8, but was unable to take advantage of its many chances. Ehinger led the Lady Bulldogs with six shots, while reserve Bahja Peeples added four. Goalkeeper Alechia Brothers had four saves. “We created many, many chances,” said Glad after the match. “But the objective is to get the ball in the back of the net and we failed to do that. Overall, we played well but just could not capitalize on the many chances.” The Lady Bulldogs return to action Monday (Oct. 26) when they travel to Montreat, NC to take on Montreat College in a 2 p.m. match
Jr. Brook Ehinger Photo courtesy SC State sports information
Long leads South Carolina State over Hampton 21-9 By SC State Sports Information (AP) HAMPTON, Va. — Malcolm Long threw three touchdown passes to lead South Carolina State to a 219 victory over Hampton on Saturday. Jr., Malcolm Long Long was 21-for-26 for 234 yards with two interceptions. He connected with Chris Massey on a 22-yard scoring pass, then hit Terrance Smith for a 13-yard touchdown to give the Bulldogs (6-1, 4-0 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference) a 14-0 halftime lead. Hampton (3-4, 2-3) drew within 14-9 on a 26-yard field goal by Jordan Stovall and a 1-yard touchdown run by LaMarcus Coker with 11:59 left. On the Pirates’ next possession, Isiah Thomas fumbled on fourth-and-20 and LaTaris Douglas recovered for the Bulldogs at the Hampton 36. Long threw a 16-yard pass to Richard Christie, then found him again for a 20yard touchdown with 4:32 remaining. Hampton had only 197 yards total offense, with Coker gaining 75 on 24 carries.
SC State Men’s Golf Team 6th at CSU Fall Invite By SC State Sports Information ORANGEBURG, SC – The SC State men’s golf team -- on one of the most difficult courses in the Low Country -- struggled to a sixth-place finish in the 6-team, 54-hole CSU Fall Invitational at the Crowfield Golf & Country Club (Oct. 19-20). The Bulldogs carded a 54-hole team total of (395-385-342) 1122 in the event, won by host Charleston Southern with a total of (307-295-297) 899. Sophomore Roberto Cacho fired a 54-hole total of (81-77-71) 229 for an 11th place finish to lead the Bulldogs. Senior Hector Arroyave tied for 30th in the field of 43 with a 54-hole total of (78-82-79) 239.
Texans hold on to beat 49ers 24-21 HOUSTON — Steve Slaton scored two touchdowns and the Houston Texans built a big lead before holding on for a 24-21 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. The Texans led 21-0 at halftime, then withstood a rally led by backup quarterback Alex Smith. Eugene Wilson’s interception on fourth down halted the 49ers’ last-gasp drive. San Francisco (3-3) benched Shaun Hill after a terrible first half, and Smith threw three touchdowns to Vernon Davis to close the gap. Michael Crabtree started in his NFL debut and had five receptions for 56 yards. The Texans (4-3) won consecutive games for the first time this season. Davis’ third touchdown came on a 23yard reception got San Francisco within 24-21 with 3:49 remaining. Houston’s only second-half points came on a 50-yard field goal by Kris Brown with about 7 1/2 minutes left. Crabtree’s first game after ending a Houston Texans running back Steve 71-day contract holdout Oct. 7 was Slaton (20) dives into the end zone for overshadowed by the quarterback a touchdown as San Francisco 49ers shakeup. In his first game since 2007, defensive end Isaac Sopoaga defends Smith sparked San Francisco’s offense in the second quarter of a NFL football in the second half and was 15 of 22 for game Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009 in Hous206 yards. The former No. 1 overall ton. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) draft pick made only one major blunder — the desperation throw that Wilson picked off. His first touchdown came on a 29-yard pass to Davis that made it 21-7, finishing a drive that included a 17-yard reception by Crabtree. Smith found Davis again on a 14-yard touchdown pass to cut the lead to 21-14 with about 13 minutes remaining. That score came 10 plays after Dashon Goldson forced and recovered a fumble by Slaton late in the third quarter. It was the fourth fumble he’s lost this season after losing two as a rookie last year. Davis finished with seven receptions for 93 yards. Matt Schaub’s 42-yard touchdown pass to Owen Daniels made it 21-0 in the second quarter, and Slaton’s second score came on a 9-yard reception in the second that made it 14-0. The Texans got the ball back when Arnaz Battle muffed a punt that Andre’ Davis recovered at the 10. Schaub was 20 of 30 for 264 yards and two touchdowns. Slaton put Houston ahead 7-0 with a 1-yard run in the first quarter. That play was set up when he made an 11-yard catch and run on third-and-9. The 49ers couldn’t get anything going in the first quarter, netting just 1 yard as Hill was constantly hurried by the Texans defensive front. Mario Williams, who’s been slowed by a sore shoulder, got his first sack since Oct. 4 when he took down Hill on San Francisco’s first offensive play. Things weren’t much better in the second quarter and the 49ers had managed only 50 yards and three first downs by halftime. It was the fewest yards the Texans have allowed in the first half in franchise history. The only highlight in the first half for San Francisco came when Hill found Crabtree near the sideline for an 18-yard reception in the second quarter. But it seemed like every good play was canceled out by a bad: San Francisco went for it on fourth-and-2 late in the quarter and Hill’s hurried pass was broken up by Brian Cushing. Hill finished just 6 of 11 for 45 yards. The Texans were without Andre Johnson on their last drive after the star receiver injured his chest earlier in the fourth quarter. He returned for one play but was escorted off the field before the game ended after a long discussion with Houston’s medical staff.
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Freshmen Excited, Upperclassmen Skeptical About This Year’s Homecoming By Jonathan White Managing Editor It’s that time again, Homecoming 2009! Homecoming is the annual tradition of welcoming back residents and alumni of South Carolina State University. This week will be a week of excitement and bulldog pride; play performances, step shows, concerts, parties, tailgating, and the big game against Delaware State. Many freshmen can’t wait to see what their first college homecoming experience will bring. High school homecomings consists of going to the football game on a Friday night and watching and hoping your team wins and then maybe a dance afterwards whereas in college, you have a lot more
to look forward to. “I’m expecting homecoming to be huge,” said freshman out of state student Nicholas Vance. “I’m excited because up North we don’t have huge homecomings and I want to see what it’s like here.” Many students who have and have not experienced homecoming are still anxious to see what’s what. “I’m expecting homecoming to be a smooth week of excitement, school spirit, and family like atmosphere, said freshman undecided major Alberto Grasty.” Many students are anticipating to see who will win the Residential Hall step show, who will get crowned queen, and of course the Greek Step Show/concert. The Grammy Nominated Artist Trey Songz will be performing and
the ladies can’t wait! “I’m really excited about the concert because it will be my first real concert experience and Trey Songz is HOT,” said Freshman Psychology major Shanita Thomas. While students are getting geared up for homecoming week, some are not. “I’m not excited about homecoming because my freshmen year was so much better, especially the events leading up to it,” said junior nutrition major Renishia Shaw. Shaw represents many other SC State students. “I don’t think Homecoming will be as fun as last year, because the series of events are not as thrilling as was before and I don’t think it was advertised well,” said Sophomore Business Education major DeAndre Thomas. Sixty seven percent of SC State students polled feel that homecoming has
taken a downward spiral. “The Greek Step Show was one of the major events at Homecoming, but since most of the organizations are off the yard, there really isn’t anything to look forward to,” said Physical Education Major Romeo Edwards. Because of upper classmen “talk”, freshmen are worried too. “I’m excited about my first homecoming, but I’ve heard the fraternities are a big part of the homecoming tradition, so I don’t know how it’s going to work out. Despite how some may feel, many students say they will have a great time anyway. “I believe homecoming will be nice,” said sophomore Industrial Technology Engineering major James Sherman. “I’m hoping for good weather, in that case, everybody will be out.”
Homecoming Opener Double Trouble for FAMU Sheds Light on Body Image Homecoming Concert Issues By Benjamin Evans III Blackcollegewire
Ursula Robinson performing “Skinny” at MLK on Oct 25. Photo by Elizabeth Watkins/The Collegian
By Elizabeth Watkins Arts and Entertainment Editor
Ursula Robinson, a teacher who instructs students on acting and costume, wrote and performed a play called Skinny at the Martin Luther King Jr, Auditorium last Sunday to help persons understand that body image is what you make of it. This homecoming opener put on by SC State’s Campus Activities board, stressed the fact that we worry about the physical before we concern our selves with the spiritual, mental and how healthy we really are. What lead her to do this play is from an idea that she said God gave her about plus-sized women and the obstacles that they go through. She created the character DIVINE Johnson, a hero/alter-ego that everybody can relate to. The name comes for a dream that she said she received from God. She designed her to be a positive way of shedding the negative of being FAT, but to be FATT…Finally Able to Tell The Truth…to your self. The play is about a Divine traveling from the land FAT to FATT to Skinny. This play is derived from many stories of plus-sized women and also the life of Robinson. She presented this play as comic relief to and very dangerous mind-set that is plaguing a lot of our young people. Drugs, rape, self-image, rejection, love and acceptance, all of this was present on screen and also with props from Divine’s closet. Where she shows you the effect that this person did or that thing played a role in her life. Robinson showcases the actions, feeling and raw censorship of this story being played out. She didn’t lie to you about the hidden truth, but revealed the very thing we hid without ourselves. Searching for “Skinny” just means that you are complete or whole. Not that you are a size three.
FAMU homecoming concert promoter Willie ‘Will the thrill’ McKenzie was arrested late Thursday night after he entered the WANM radio studios to confront an on air personality over comments she made about the upcoming event. FAMU police cited McKenzie, president of Double Trouble Entertainment Inc., for trespassing, then handcuffed him after a routine check showed he was wanted on an outstanding warrant for violating his probation. McKenzie was released from Leon County Jail Friday morning, according the county sheriff ’s office Web site. The incident occurred before 10 p.m Thursday when McKenzie entered the School of Journalism and Graphic Communication building with two other men, walked to the third floor and entered the radio station studio through a side door that was left unlocked. At the time, Deidra ‘Dee Dee Roc’ Fields was on the air for her three-hour show. “I was standing outside waiting to get into the building when three guys walked to the door and tried to get in…they seemed upset,” said Faran Foy, 19, a Florida State English student from Jacksonville. Foy, The Famuan online editor was in the building working on the newspaper’s Friday online edition. “When we got upstairs they tried to enter the main entrance of the station but the doors were locked, he kept saying ‘she’s messing with my money’,” Foy said. [The original concert headliner, Gucci Mane, was unable to appear because of a pending court case for alleged probation violation.] McKenzie has been criticized by some students for the lyrics of the rappers in the concert line-up. Fields raised the issue during her show. “She [Fields] basically said she had good news and bad news…Li’l Webbie was confirmed for the concert but Hurricane Chris’ management said they were not 100 percent confirmed,” said disc jockey Natasha ‘NB’ Britton, who was in the studio at the time of the incident. Within minutes Fields received a call from McKenzie asking what happened. Ten minutes later he was at the station confronting Fields about her commentary. “I saw someone walk by the studio door…I asked him [McKenzie] how he got in the station…he told me don’t worry about that,” said Britton, 23, a graduate business student from Fort Lauderdale. Fields immediately dialed 9-1-1. McKenzie said the station was criticizing the concert and that would ultimately hurt ticket sales. “Nothing negative was said about the concert on the air,” said Sean Woods, WANM operations manager. “The homecoming concert will not be mentioned on the radio.” Student Activity and Service fees fund the annual event. “They [Double Trouble] had the best proposal and best interview during the selection process…our entire process has been transparent,” said SGA President Gallop Franklin. Benjamin Evans III writes for The Famuan, the Florida A&M University student newspaper, which originally published this article.
United Voices of Christ Gospel choir celebrates 18th Anniversary The Collegian Staff SC State University’s United Voices of Christ (UVOC) gospel choir is inviting everyone to a celebration filled with stomping, clapping and shouting with as they celebrate their 18th anniversary. The event will take place on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009 at 4 p.m. in the Martin Luther King, Jr. Auditorium located on the campus of SC State. This year’s theme is “In the Presence of Royalty.” The three-time award winning gospel choir was founded on Nov. 4, 1991
by Vanessa Williams, Derek Evans and Kenneth Windham. UVOC was created by the members of the choir who had a yearning desire to unite SC State students as “One Body in Christ.” The choir consists of more than 60 students who are active members dedicated to ministering and praising God through songs of Zion. The UVOC gospel choir travels throughout South Carolina and abroad spreading the divine word of God and winning souls for Christ, while min-
istering through song and dance. The following choirs will participate during UVOC’s 18th anniversary, including: Savannah State University, Savannah, Ga. and Irmo High School, Columbia, S.C. SC State’s faculty, staff and students
File photo SC State’s UVOC are invited to attend the evening of praise and worship. The community is also invited. Admission is free. For additional information about UVOC’s 18th anniversary contact Cora Calloway, advisor of UVOC, at (803) 536-7057.