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Vol. 94 No. 3

Securing the Campus Howard Police and Residence Life implement new measures to ensure student safety.

by Chaia Raibon Staff Writer

Bree Gant Photo Editor International students on Howard’s campus leave their families overseas to find an unstable support system on campus. Comraderie on campus does not always travel past their time under the “Caribbean Tree.”

International Services Revamps Operations sentiments.

by Crystal Cooper Opinions Editor The Office of International Student Services (OISS) in Blackburn has served for years as the gateway to the Mecca for students traveling from abroad to study at Howard University.

However, with international students often left feeling marginalized on campus, Student Affairs personnel have questioned just how much of the Howard experience international students actually enjoy.

“It often feels as though no one really cares about us,” said Makeeba Brown, member of the International Pals (I-Pals).

Efforts underway to revamp the office are targeted towards international students who share Brown’s

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Barbara Griffin, Ph. D., Vice President of Student Affairs, said she would like to see international students more integrated within student life and activities. She envisions students from Africa, the Caribbean and elsewhere bringing their culture to the entire student body, rather than being confined amongst other international students.

In the past, the office served as the Administration Building for exchange students, where documents such as visas and administration work were handled. However, little was done to integrate students socially into the Howard scene.

Griffin views the I-Pals as an integral part for establishing close relationships with incoming global

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If you have been near the Howard Plaza Towers West, you may have noticed the construction at the front entrance. Although it may be an inconvenience to many, the changes are expected to provide better security for the Tower’s residents.

The West Towers is the first to receive renovations being made as a part of a new campus-wide program called the “Residence Hall and Academic Building Safety and Security Initiative.”

Headed by Howard University Police Department, Chief Leroy K. James, the new initiative is made to provide students with a protected environment. The residence halls were the ideal place to start since a majority of Howard’s new and incoming students live on campus.

“We are going to change all the residence halls. We are going to start where freshman are as an initial effort. We know they are more at risk.”

James said.

After joining the HUPD two years ago, James noticed that the campus needed additional repairs and improvements. He collaborated with the Interim Dean of Residence Life, Marc D. Lee, to find the best decisions for the university.

The changes being made in the West Towers consist of new entry and emergency doors, an ID entry system, and improved security cameras.

The ID entry system will allow only residents to scan their Howard ID to enter the door. However, a lobby monitor will still greet residents to ensure maximum security and avoid

intruders. The new emergency doors will be rewired for an alarm that notifies the front desk when they have been opened.

“We want to fully secure the residence halls to ensure we minimize the chances of unwanted visitors,” said James.

The resident hall portion of the project is expected to be completed

by Homecoming. The new plans will then expand to the academic buildings, beginning with the School of Engineering.

Both Lee and James are confident that the new adjustments will be successful. After speaking with HUSA about student concerns, and researching other universities’ security policies, they are prepared to upgrade the culture of the university.

“We want the incoming freshman, or new students for that matter, to feel like they can come talk to us about anything” said James.

Jordan Thomas, a senior radiation therapy major, said she thinks the new ID system will be a good idea, but she also thinks the detour to the building could have been better.

“I definitely think it will keep random people from coming in. It will keep everyone safer and safety is important,” said Thomas. “But I do

not like walking through the trash. I think they could have found a more convenient way.”

Ivy Brown, a senior health education major disagrees. Brown doubts that the system will be effective because of students unknowingly letting strangers in.

“That system won’t work. If I scan my ID to get it, I could easily hold the door open for the next person. The next person could be someone who doesn’t live in the Towers.”

This project is just the first of many plans to make the campus more secure. The HUGS (Alert HU) system where students receive a text message or email is currently in place to alert students of danger on and around campus.

In addition, the police department and the residence hall staff are using modern technology to create more ways to connect students. Lee ensures everyone that even with the new improvements, students hold a portion of responsibility in creating a safe campus.

“60 percent of this initiative is faculty and the other 40 is from students. We need students to report what they see,” said Lee. Students will soon be able to monitor the progress of the initiative through a public website.

Celia Bevenutti Staff Photographer A new entry system at the West Tower is one in many that will be installed around the campus to increase students’ safety.

Professor Shoots, Scores in Integration Movement

by Aleesa Mann Editor-in-Chief Dr. Marshall Banks’ basketball career began more than 50 years ago in Ashland, Ky., but his story is just now being told.

Banks, a professor of kinesiology, biomechanics and motor learning in the Department of Health, Human Performance and Leisure, has been chosen to be part of an upcoming basketball documentary, “Shoot!”.

On Aug. 28, Banks will return to his hometown to film an interview

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for the documentary, discussing his experiences as a basketball player during the 1950s.

The film is being produced by the PBS station in Ashland and focuses on the stories and social dynamics of the town’s three best high school teams in the 1950s, including Booker T. Washington’s team, The Hornets, where Banks was captain and top scorer during his junior and senior years.

Banks was selected to be a part of the film due to his excellence as an athlete and his contributions to

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the history of basketball in Ashland, said David E. Carter, the film’s writer and director. “Marshall Banks was instrumental in the integration of sports in Kentucky during his high school and college years,” Carter said. “He was also a pioneer.”

Banks’ pioneered a new era of race relations in Ashland due to his persistence in athletics. His basketball career has assumed a legacy beyond his skill as a player. As a black athlete, he maneuvered through the See BASKETBALL, p.15

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students.

“They go so far as to pick the students up from the airport,” Griffin said.

Structural changes within the office will include a liaison that will be responsible for programming, event planning and student guidance. Wil-

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The Student Voice of Howard University ma Hosten, Ph. D., Associate Director of OISS, will be assisted by a specialist from an immigration law firm to strictly handle documents. The specialist will work under the Office of Talent Management (OTM), which serves as a human resources department.

Hosten and others aim is to motivate international students to be involved through ambassador positions, part-time and internship posi-

tions with the I-Pals, and emphasize study abroad programs for domestic students.

Collaborative plans with the Ralph Bunche International Center are part of Student Affairs’ plan to emphasize travel in order to make Howard students global representatives.

Krystal Jenkins, senior spanish major, studied abroad in the Dominican Republic for the Spring 2010

semester. She found information by contacting a teacher, who then directed her to Betty Aikens, the Study Abroad Director.

“Finding out about abroad programs was more so me inquiring than seeing flyers around campus,” Jenkins said.

Situations like Jenkins’ are what members of Student Affairs and the OISS hope to alleviate with the upcoming renovations.

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Sharpton Organizes March to Reclaim The Dream

Photo Courtesy of U.S. Information Agency This Saturday, Rev. Al Sharpton and the National Action Network are hosting a rally and march starting at Dunbar High School and traveling down to the Martin Luther King Memorial.

by Chelsea Kilborn Contributing Writer Maya Rhodan Metro Editor In 1963, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, thousands gathered to fight the injustices faced by blacks living in America. With its powerful

theme of racial equality, the address given by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. that day has gone down as one of the most celebrated speeches of our time.

This Sunday marks the 47th anniversary of Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech and the March on Washington. That day greatly im-

pacted America, both politically and socially, and history may soon repeat itself as civil rights activist Rev. Al Sharpton and the National Action Network have teamed up to host the “Reclaim the Dream” rally and march in the nation’s capital.

Saturday, August 28 at 11a.m., organizations from around the dis-

trict and the nation will gather to march from Dunbar High School, located at 1301 New Jersey Avenue NW, to the Martin Luther King memorial.

The “Reclaim the Dream” rally is the brainchild of the National Action Network and the Rev. Al Sharpton.

In an interview with BlackAmericaWeb.com, Sharpton said, “we have issues facing this generation – high unemployment in the black community, a 50 percent high school drop-out rate and a lot more.

What are we going to do about it?”

Over the summer, Travis Randle, President of the Student Government Association at Morehouse College wondered the same thing.

“The march was important to me and something I knew Morehouse needed to be involved with,” Randle said. “We have to be living witnesses to the dream of Dr. King and instill his goals in ourselves for today and students of the future.”

Randle contacted HUSA President Brandon Harris and made an effort to unite the schools to participate in the Reclaim the Dream march. Morehouse students could not rally in time to commit to traveling to D.C. for the event, but Howard continued to carry the torch.

“It is important that we ignite and continue to burn the flame of student activism,” said Harris.

“We’re rallying for things we want to see as young people and as African Americans. It’s time for our generation to speak up and act out. We’ve stifled our voices for too long.”

The Howard community, led

by HUSA and Christian Brother’s United, has partnered with the National Action Network and Rev. Sharpton to host the event rally this Friday in the Andrew Rankin Chapel at 7 p.m.

Robert Brannum, an activist from Ward 5, felt that involving Howard University in this rally was important to the 21st century civil rights movement. “[“Reclaim the Dream”] is a civil rights gathering of the people, coming together to honor Dr. King and reclaim the dream together,” said Brannum.

“The Civil Rights movement started with young people, and as we move into the 21st century it’s important to keep that in mind. The struggle started because the young people said ‘enough is enough.’”

Melech Thomas, leader of Christian Brother’s United and former Mr. Howard, plays a major role in organizing this event. Thomas is passionate about students holding themselves accountable and being involved in social action.

“We’re at a turning point in our nation’s history. We can either choose to side with what’s right or side with those being silent. We have let a certain group of people lead American thought,” Thomas said.

“At Howard, we have the unique opportunity to shape American consciousness and focus the attention on the differences our actions make.”

The political atmosphere of America has taken a sharp turn in the age of Obama, as radical conservative leaders and organizers continuously suggest that American’s need to “take their country back.”

Tea Party members, led by Fox News personality and radical conservative Glenn Beck, are planning their own rally this Saturday on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.

“Restoring Honor” is the title of the Tea Party event, which is themed around “celebrating America, honoring our heroes, heritage and future.” Guest speakers such as Sarah Palin, Beck and conservative author and Pro-Life activist Dr. Alveda King, niece of the famous Rev. Dr. King plan to rouse audience members to restore the honor they feel has been lost in America during Obama’s presidency.

Thomas believes the Tea Party event is another distraction from King’s dream. “Glenn Beck, Sarah Palin, the Tea Party, and the 912 Party have the right to assemble, but I am I saddened, frightened and frustrated with the direction the country is taking,” he said.

“I am hopeful that our generation isn’t going to let this pass. We have the necessary tools, light and heart to change.”

UGSA Hosts First Meeting, Outlines Plans for New School Year

by Christina Downs Copy Chief Undergraduate and Graduate Representatives met in the Blackburn Forum on Wednesday, Aug. 25 for the first Howard University Student Association General Assembly meeting for the 2010-2011 academic year.

The meeting was called to order

by Kenneth Burnett, Chairman of General Assembly.

Burnett began the meeting with a PowerPoint presentation on his expectations for the year. The main expectation, Burnett said, is that every

General Assembly representative is to propose two pieces of legislation.

“We need to make sure we’re here to represent the 500 students that elected us,” Burnett said.

Vice-Chairman Oyetewa Oyerinde reviewed the attendance policy, which states that representatives with more than two unexcused meeting absences will be subject to removal.

Oyerinde stressed this policy and alluded to the lack of attendance with 2009-2010 GA representatives.

“Attendance was really poor [last year]. We may be undergraduate assembly reps and on the executive board for council, but we are also

general assembly reps, so we need to represent that as well,” Oyerinde said.

“We need to make sure we’re here to represent the 500 students that elected us.” - Keith Burnett, Chairman of General Assembly

GA representatives are required to serve on one of the five assembly committees. Attendance to these bi-

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weekly meetings are also considered into the attendance policy. During the committee report portion of the meeting, University and External Affairs Committee chair Kevon Painter said his meeting, held earlier that day, was not well attended.

Dexter Williams, Student Advocacy Committee chair, said that two out of the five representatives who attended the committee meeting.

School of Communications Undergraduate Assembly Representative, Sierra Wallace, suggested that committee chairs implement conference calls to alleviate the meeting absences.

Towards the end of the meeting, HUSA President, Brandon Harris, delivered his “State of the University” address. Harris urged unity within the General Assembly, in order to ensure a successful year.

“In order for us to work, we have to be together,” Harris said. “This is going to have to be a new year. “ Various GA members concluded the meeting with announcements of upcoming events, such as the White Party and Student Leadership Conference.

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Howard’s Progress in the Green Movement

by Michael Tomlin-Crutchfield Staff Writer In 2009, Howard University began making advancements in the area of sustainability in hopes of becoming a greener campus. Through President Sidney A. Ribeau’s initiatives, recycling bins have been placed in areas around campus most populated by students, such as Blackburn and other main buildings.

Dorms also began recycling programs that ran throughout the year.

However, in the 2010 College Sustainability Report Card, the university still received a D- as its grade.

Failing in keys areas like student involvement and administration development of policies and recycling leaves some students wondering if Howard is making real steps toward becoming a “green” campus.

“I think the answer is in the question. There are hardly any recycling bins, and students toss any and everything in them,” said Eboni Washington, a senior marketing major. “There has been a lot of talking about it here, but just not doing anything.”

However, Howard did not fail in the areas of transportation, receiving a D, and investment priorities, scoring a C. This means the university plans on making the proper changes financially, but has nothing outlined.

According to the report card, the largest group on campus that has not made a difference, but have the potential to, are the students. Instead, student organizations and leaders focus on financial issues and problems between the administration and the student body.

By focusing more on providing information on “green” dorm rooms and homes off-campus and advocating for more recycling bins, students can become leaders in helping Howard to become a more environmentally-friendly campus.

Through advocating newer energy efficient technology that produces less greenhouse gases, Howard can not only make its imprint on the environment and improve its grade, but also save money.

“They need to publicize their ef-

forts and inform students,” said Alyssa McClendon, a junior broadcast journalism major. “Spreading out information to the campus body is the only way to get a lot of involvement if Howard is serious about going green.”

Small things such as unplugging electronics, taking shorter showers, turning off lights and electronics can drastically reduce the amount of energy that Howard consumes and cut costs for the university.

Marc D. Lee, interim director of Residence Life, said Residence Life has been taking steps this summer to improve the environmental friendliness of Howard.

“The Division of Student Affairs and the Office of Residence Life have implemented and participated in various Green Initiatives at Howard University,” said Lee. “There was the ‘Earth Day 2010’ celebration that we assisted in the development and implementation of throughout the university, getting students, faculty and staff involved in cleaning and beautifying our environment,” said Lee. “Additionally, the Department of Residence Life has participated in the national “Recyclemania” program.”

Howard University was one of two HBCUs to participate in this program. Lee said that this helped to initiate sustainability through decreasing the use of paper, with several forms recently being placed online such as the housing waiting list and residential staff applications.

According to Lee, the leader for all things going green in Residence Life is Timothy McDougle, billing and adjustment supervisor in the Office of Residence Life.

McDougle has created a series of viral videos this summer stressing the importance of being more environmentally efficient, which will be unveiled to students.

Howard University administration and students have been notorious for their will to make change.

Going green should be no different once students truly understand the impact it can make not only on the campus and community, but the world.

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Remember the Times and Celebrate the ‘King of Pop’

This Sunday, Aug. 29, would have been the 52nd birthday of the King of Pop. Join in the celebration of the life and music of the legendary pop star at one of the many birthday events going on around the city.

Friday, August 27 9:30 Club; 815 V Street NW Michael Jackson Birthday Celebration Michael Jackson themed party hosted by DJ Dred Doors open at 8 p.m. $15 U Street Music Hall; 1115 U Street NW “Motown Happy Hour” Free happy hour event featuring the music of Motown (lots of old-school Jackson 5) with $5 drinks Sunday, August 29 Busboys and Poets Michael Jackson Tribute and birthday celebration.

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Things to do in D.C. this week After four days of classes, course overrides (or lack thereof), running around buildings, and wrapping your head around the idea that you can’t have room visitors until October, chances are, you’re going to need an escape from campus. Step out on the town this weekend and enjoy one of the many events going on around the district. From birthday parties fit for a king to happy hour deals on sushi, there is plenty to do to help you get your mind off the five-page essay you have due next week…at least until Sunday.

Reclaim the Dream In honor of the 47th Anniversary of the historic civil rights march on Washington and the “I Have a Dream” speech, the National Action Network is teaming up with Rev. Al Sharpton to lead a rally and march. Be a part of this historic event, which starts at Dunbar High School, located 1401 New Jersey Avenue NW, at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 28, and will end at to the Martin Luther King Memorial.

Columbia Heights Day Get a taste of D.C. culture at the Columbia Heights Day Festival at Harriet Tubman Elementary School on 11th and Kenyon. This year the festival has paired up with the D.C. State Fair and will feature food and vendors, local talent, and a cupcake eating contest.

Sushi Happy Hours If the Punchout sushi isn’t satisfying your cravings, stop by one of the many sushi happy hours that happen weekdays from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. Discounted sushi rolls at Current, 1215 Connecticut Ave NW; Mate, 3101 K. Street NW; The bar at Café Asia, 1720 I Street NW should help hit the spot.

“Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing” Check out this free exhibit at the National Museum of American History before it heads to Detroit.

The exhibit closes this Sunday, August 29. Discover how the legendary Apollo Theater shaped American entertainment through rare photographs and artifacts.

Yoga in Meridian Hill Park Become one with nature at the last Yoga in the Park of 2010. At 5 p.m. Sunday, August 29, join other yoga enthusiasts for an evening stretch to clear your mind before you start your week. All skill levels welcome.

Rock the Bells Sunday, at the Meriwether Post Pavilion, the 7th annual Alexandria Restaurant Week Rock the Bells Tour is stopping at the district. With Our neighbor to the south is wrapping up its 2nd Snoop Dogg headlining and featured guests such as restaurant week of 2010. Over 60 local restaurants Lauryn Hill, Clipse, Big Sean and Wiz Kalifah, it’s sure and bakeries are offering three-course meals and to not disappoint, even if tickets do start at $65. Good dinners for two for $35 and sweet treats for as low thing you got that refund check! as $3.50.

So 90210 Beer Week D.C. Brightest Young Things , a D.C. based online magazine For the 21+ crowd only! Catch the tail end of the hosts themed pool parties for all ages at the Capital ale-fueled festivities happening all around town Skyline Hotel during the summer. This Saturday, August in celebration of Beer Week! One great spot to hit 28, these bright young things are hosting a 90210 up for happy hour, tastings, contests and dinners is themed pool party to wrap up the 2010 season. Bring The Big Hurt located in Dupont Circle. your own towel and cut-off Levi’s.

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Neighborhood Profile Shaw

by Tratonia Spicer Staff Writer The Shaw neighborhood located in the Northwest of Washington, DC, Ward 1 has been the home of Howard University for over a century. Originally a freed-slave encampment during the Civil War, Shaw is now a hot spot for DC’s nightlife and is home to some of the most well known nightclubs and theaters.

Shaw has seen a lot of reconstruction over the past decade and over the past century has transformed being the district’s jazz hub in the 20’s and 30’s to a run-down area greatly affected by the 90’s crack epidemic.

With time new residents started moving in, drawn by the central location and the reasonable housing prices of the Shaw area. Continuing on until today, more and more new residents are making there way to the Shaw neighborhood, causing Shaw to diversify.

“One thing brought up in every conversation discussing the area surrounding Howard is the separation

between the students and the DC residents,” said Wright. The rift between the Howard community and its surrounding neighborhood is noticeable and is something Howard students and residents believe should be addressed. “ Before I graduate I would like to see Howard University and the Shaw neighborhood to become more of a community. Right now it is like two different worlds, as soon as I step outside of the Howard territory it’s just different,” says Jazmine Harris, junior political science major.

For so long Shaw and Howard have coexisted, two separate worlds joined in one ward. Though there are some negative comments about Howard students from the Shaw residents and vice versa, there is a lot of positive comments too.

“Howard’s affect on it’s surrounding area, is a good one, I think that they make Shaw interesting, and they help all of the local businesses,” states Worlocke.

The Shaw neighborhood is made out to be unsafe and ghetto, which in

some ways can be true but what is ignored so much is the changes that have taken place. Shaw is not the same place it was twenty years ago, as the renovations increase, and the new residents find their way to Shaw it has become more integrated and community based. “ I would really like to see more improvements, this has been my home for ten years, I have seen some things change but in this situation the bad outweighs the good,” believes Ann Worlocke, 27, Shaw resident. Howard students are told when they get here to be mindful of their dangerous surroundings.

Improvements are being made, Shaw will be a totally different place, crime rates have gone down, renovations of old buildings, and diverse new residents are making their way there. Harris agrees but adds, “ I think that we just have to reach out now, Shaw is not a scary place, and us as Howard students need to give back to our community and become one united front.”

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7 Easy Steps to Improve Your Eating Habits Nutritionist and certified chef Patty James on easy ways college students can build healthier eating habits.

by Jasmin Carnelus Staff Writer College students and Lil Wayne have something in common – their diet. Recently, TMZ revealed the rapper’s food order from his Rikers Island jail cell, which included four packs of Kool-Aid, 25 bags of Doritos and Ruffles and five packs of ramen noodles. Sounds like the diet of a freshman in the Quad or Drew.

According to USA Today, 60 percent of college students eat too much saturated fat, which is known to clog arteries. After speaking with California nutritionist and certified natural chef Patty James, The Hilltop found seven simple ways that college students can build healthier eating habits and leave the sugar and sodium-filled diet to Lil Wayne.

Veg it out: James said the first way students can make a change in their diet is by “vegging out.” She spends 30 minutes, twice a week, cutting up fresh vegetables so they are available for eating at all times.

Try: Buying your favorite vegetables from the grocery store and start cutting them up on Sunday to have

a fresh, healthy start for the week.

Make a snack plate with different flavors by adding turkey, hummus or low-fat ranch and fruit.

Substitute: James said the second way students can change their diet is by substituting ingredients. When baking, instead of using ingredients like butter, look for something with less calories such as apple sauce, pumpkin, or prune puree. When cooking, try using olive oil instead of Canola oil.

Fruits: The easiest tip to remember, James said, is to always keep fruit in the dorm. When a midnight snack craving arises, opt for the fresh fruit instead of the cookies or potato chips.

Try: Make a fruit salad for the week to be a go-to snack. Get fruits that are in-season like cranberries or pineapples for this fall season.

Lower Sodium: The fourth tip James offered for a healthier diet is to use sea salt instead of regular table salt. While too much salt is never good, sea salt is a little healthier than table salt; it is less processed and contains natural iodine. Still, keeping a low sodium diet is important, so watch your overall salt intake.

Switch Up Your Meals: James said to try not to eat the same type

For college students that are 21 and those a little under, Happy Hour is one of the most anticipated times of the day, especially during finals week or after a long all-nighter. Happy Hour—which typically marks the early evening for restaurants, taverns and bars—is great for two things – cheap drinks and good times. The Hilltop highlighted some of D.C.’s closest, finest and cheapest options for this celebrated time.

1. McFadden’s Restaurant and Saloon Where: 2401 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Why: McFadden’s stays true to the expected low Happy Hour prices while also offering a wide variety of spirits, including everything from fruity martinis to bottled beer, and of course, tasty appetizers.

On Monday nights there are $2 domestic beers from 5 p.m. until close; Tuesday College Takeover (college I.D. required) includes $1 Yuenglings. On Wednesday Wine Night there is half-priced wine and $15 craft buckets. 3-For-All Thursdays include $3 draught beers from

of food more than twice a week. If burgers are on Monday, make it a point not to have burgers again for at least four days – this will guarantee some type of variety in the diet.

Plan Ahead: “Plan your weekly meals on your day off,” said James.

Make a list of the weekly meals

you plan to eat; you will spend less money on groceries and have more variety in your diet.

Drink More Water: James’ seventh and final tip is to drink more water. In lieu of soda, try carrying around a water bottle. (Green Tip: Try getting an aluminum water

bottle instead of getting a new plastic one everyday, also get a Brita in your dorm room.) This will be especially beneficial during the first few months of school due to D.C.’s extreme heat and humidity. Drinking water on a daily basis will help keep students hydrated.

Open Minds Meet Open Hearts at the Mecca

Happy Hour Spots

by Jasmin Carnelus Staff Writer

Olajumoke Obayanju Staff Photographer College students often struggle to maintain a healthy and balanced diet on campus.

9p.m. until close. On I.F.F.F or It’s Finally Friday Fiasco! there are $3 Miller Lites from 8 p.m. until midnight. The week ends with Celebration Saturdays serving $5 3-olive cocktails from 8 p.m. until close.

Their traditional Happy Hour takes place Monday through Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. with appetizers priced at $5 and half-off all alcohol 2. Ozio Restaurant and Lounge Where: 813 M St., NW Why: Ozio Restaurant and Lounge is extremely close to Howard ‘s campus and the Happy Hour specials are Monday through Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. It includes $5 House Martini’s, $6 Premium Martini’s, $4 House Wine, $3 Domestic Beers (Miller Lite) and $4 Imported Beers (Heineken, Corona and Amstel Light) – along with complimentary hors d’ oeuvres.

Every night has a different theme including Wednesday Latin Night with Salsa dance lessons starting at 8 p.m. Ozio generally remains open until 2 a.m. and the most popular nights are Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

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by Ke’Andrea Ayers Contributing Writer She sat in her Communications class at Howard University as the only white student in the classroom her sophomore year. Her Professor kept pointing her out in discussions on race.

“He would make blanket statements like ‘White people prefer…’.

Then he would look towards me and say right?” explained 21-yearold Kelly Lloyd, a junior majoring in nursing. “It was extremely irritating.”

Lloyd and her boyfriend Kyle Henne, 20, who is also a white student majoring in economics, came to Howard in the fall of 2008 on a scholarship. Henne explained that he wanted to go to school in the nations Capitol. He visited all the local schools, but felt Howard had the most interesting student body.

“I had no interest in taking the normal college route,” he said. “I wanted and still want as many new experiences as I could find.”

Lloyd wasn’t nervous about attending an HBCU as she explained she came from a “mixed family.”

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nately white high school.

Like Lloyd, Henne also recalls awkward moments of being called out in class as the only white person. He explained that he is often forced to represent his entire race while speaking off the cuff.

As Henne looks back at these situations he describes them as “indispensible” because they taught him how to speak for himself and his own life experiences.

“I don’t claim to know the answer to, ‘What do white people think of W. E. B. Du Bois?’ said Henne.

“But thanks to Howard University, I know my own opinion quite well.”

“I don’t claim to know the answer to, ‘What do white people think of W. E. B. Du Bois?’ said Henne. “But thanks to Howard University, I know my own opinion quite well.”

Henne hasn’t felt discriminated or unwelcomed. He addressed the fact that there are always clashes between students, especially those of different backgrounds and beliefs,

but having an open mind minimizes the issue. Any differences he has had with fellow students were easily handled.

I was able to resolve situations without feeling the need to turn towards discriminatory actions.

Overall, Henne and Lloyd both have had a wonderful experience at Howard University. Lloyd explained that if given the choice to choose schools again, she would choose Howard.

Henne explained that in nearly every way he is a normal college student, an experience he said no one dislikes. He goes out on the weekends, studies quite a bit, and learns about his fellow man.

On top of that, he has benefited from the academic strength and diversity of experience that Howard University’s students and faculty offer. He realizes that not everyone will make the same choice he has but feels more students should consider it.

“The experiences offered by historically black colleges and universities and Howard University specifically, are extraordinary and unique,” said Henne.

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3. Matchbox Vintage Pizza Bistro Where: 713 H St., NW (Chinatown) or 521 8th St., SE (Capitol Hill) Why: Matchbox Vintage Pizza Bistro is an option for all walks of life.

Happy Hour takes place Monday through Friday from 5 to7 p.m. with $2.75 Yuengling Lager pints, $1-off drafts (except Belgian beers), $4 martinis, $4 specialty cocktails and $2 off any small pizza served at the bar. The Chinatown location has two floors, an expansive bar and outside patio, making it great for groups. With over ten types of pizza, Matchbox is a good choice for any college student looking for happy hour deals, delectable food and a welcoming atmosphere.

4. Capitol Lounge Where: 229 Pennsylvania Ave., SE Why: $1 Happy Hour takes place Monday- Friday from 4 to 7 p.m.

The special is as straight-forward as it gets—every pint or bottle of beer, class or bottle of wine, and cocktails are $1 off. Monday nights are Half Priced Pizza Night. Tuesdays are 25-Cent Wing Night (drink minimums apply). $1 Taco Night is Wednesdays and Thursdays starting at 7 p.m.; there are $10 pitchers of Budweiser, Bud Light, Capitol Amber andYuengling. Friday concludes the week of specials with half-priced house wine. Capitol Lounge is open every night until 2 a.m., except Friday when the lounge remains open until 3 a.m.

5. Stetson’s Famous Bar and Grill

Where: 1610 U St., NW Why: Stetson’s Famous Bar and Grill is another establishment that is easily accessible for Howard University students. Happy Hour is Monday to Friday from 4:30 to 8 p.m and all day on Sunday.

Rail drinks, Miller Lite, and Miller High Life are only $2.50 with $8 Bud Light pitchers on Sunday.

Stetson’s also offers food specials.

Monday has half-priced beef burgers; Wednesday has 25-cent wings; and Thursday half-priced turkey burgers. All food specials are dine-in only. There is no cover charge, and there are several games (on multiple floors) available for entertainment, including pool, dart and pinball.

The establishment is open daily from 5 p.m. to 1a.m. and can be accessed from the Green Line at the U Street/Cardozo stop.

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6. Café Asia Where: 1720 I St., NW Why: From the modern atmosphere to the great drink and food specials, Café Asia is definitely the place to be. The Happy Hour specials are Monday through Saturday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. with $2 selected draft beer and $4 sake. It also includes Nigiri sushi for only $1 per piece and half-off sushi rolls.

7. Ben’s Next Door Where: 1213 U St. N.W. Why: The D.C. landmark Ben’s Chili Bowl owns a bar popular among students: Ben’s Next Door.

This hot spot is located just a few blocks behind Howard Plaza Towers and is rarely found without the laughing faces of students relaxing after classes.

Bree Gant Photo Editor Ben’s Next Door on U St. is a popular venue for students 21 and up to enjoy drinks and food, and is within walking distance of campus.

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MUT(E)INY: THE SILENT REBELLION

Black on Black Shine

by Britney Wilson Contributing Columnist One particular #teamhoward tweet stood out to me during the infamous Howard-Hampton Twitter battle this summer. It said something like “Hampton is the BET Awards, but Howard is the Grammys.”

Naturally, I wanted to tally that tweet as a point for our side, but a few things left me conflicted. First, it suggests that the black award show is inferior and not comparable to the more “mainstream” and “respectable” Grammys. (That’s another issue.)

Second, I personally prefer the BET Awards. Finally, I think that Howard and BET have more in common than we acknowledge.

This observation is not meant to diminish Howard (or its obvious superiority to Hampton) in any way.

Complete consideration of this analogy depends on the way we think about BET. Like Howard, and all HBCUs for that matter, BET was created to serve the interests and needs of African Americans. Just as HBCUs pride themselves on providing education for us, by us, and to us, BET does the same thing for media coverage and entertainment (at least before the Viacom buyout).

Also, like Howard, BET gives and has given some of the most intelligent, creative, and talented people of color in the world a platform.

Therefore, it’s not BET itself with which many people have a problem,

but rather where we feel that BET has gone wrong.

Both Howard and BET face the constant threat of “black on black shine.” In our continuous climb toward greatness, we often fail, or worse, we do not even attempt, to elevate one another. (Sure, you loved Freshman Week, but what about the girl who couldn’t afford to buy the Pal Pack and wasn’t interested in going to the club?)

Also like BET, in spite of our tremendous ability, we do not always live up to our purpose or our potential. The right people, issues, and events are not always recognized or highlighted. We sometimes put titles and imaginary hierarchy ahead of common decency and community. We can treat social consciousness like BET news briefs during commercial breaks. Like the newly implemented shout outs to African American non-entertainment indus-

“Both Howard and BET face the constant threat of ‘black on black shine.’ In our continuous climb toward greatness, we often fail, or worse, we do not even attempt, to elevate one another.” try-affiliated professionals during the BET Awards, we can relegate academia and academic achievement to the side or to the background.

As we begin a new school year and prepare to ascend to even greater heights, a few thoughts come to mind. Imagine if the “E” in BET represented our empowerment instead of just our entertainment.

How can we, as Howard students, redefine “black star power,” on campus and in society? Remember that our greatness should be a function of our purpose. Most importantly, beware of the “shine rate.” Its consequences can be destructive.

Britney Wilson is a junior English major from Brooklyn, N.Y.

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Stay Smart, Stay Safe STAFF EDITORIAL

Last weekend an off-campus counts of robbery and aggravated east D.C. or in Tenleytown, students home on Elm Street was broken assault last year, according to Met- cannot forget their street smarts into, and the assailants got away ropolitan Police City wide crime sta- when living in an area where they with computers, $4000 in cash that tistics. will be preyed upon due to their was hidden in a shoebox in the living But you hear it everyday; how naiveté. Freshmen who are experiroom and other prized encing being “grown” for items, according to news the first time, especially, reports. cannot allow their freedom When the students to blind them from making answered the door, the smart decisions. Everything assailants pushed themthat your parents have ever “Refaced buildings and neigh- nagged you for in the past selves in and assaulted them with a pistol and borhood diversity do not under- needs to surface, now. taser gun. This activFor instance, walkmine the fact that safety is an ity occurred in the aftering home alone at 2:00 and noon.

3:00 in the morning, espeindividual responsibility.”

Now, we don’t know cially for ladies, is definitely if this was “premeditated” not a smart idea. Additiongiven the circumstances ally, being flashy in jewelry, of the robbery. We don’t clothes and tech gear on the know any details, but we do know safe the area surrounding Carver street will put you as an easy target that just because we live in a gentri- and Slowe Halls are now that they’ve for robbers. fied neighborhood that lost its bad renovated a few buildings, built some General street smarts will reputation from a few years back, condos, and let in some neighbors of take us a long way. The first week doesn’t mean that we should forget different races. But it isn’t the smart- of school and freshman move-in are about safety precautions. est thing to walk around like there’s almost a free-for-all for criminals, so Not when we live in a dis- a safety veil on our back due to this it is necessary for students to make trict where there were about 18,000 simple fact. intelligent decisions to ensure their counts of theft and almost 4,000 No matter if we’re in South- safety on campus.

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View Points from Both Sides of the Gender Divide FRESHMAN RELATIONSHIPS

by Marquis Barnett

Teacher: “McDonald’s sold Chipotle.”

Girl in class yells: “THERE IS NO MORE CHIPOTLE?” Class: “Gasp….

WHAT?”

You finally made it to college!

Just another school, some more work to do, right? WRONG! Now there are so many more opportunities opened to you and so many more things to think about.

And then of course there’s that thing that your dad boasted about, and your mom warned you about: college women. These women are of a different breed...not quite as skilled at the game as they could be; but still better than the girls you were dealing with in high school.

Having lived the life of a wifedup/locked down freshman, I can honestly speak to the fact that being in a relationship your freshman year is NOT the move. Here’s why though...

Making it to college has been a long time coming, and I’m sure it was no easy feat. Ask yourself this: “Am I really ready to be in a relationship?” I mean think about it; being in a relationship means that you have to always consider her feelings before you act on anything that you do. That means before telling your boys you’re down to roll to that house party, you have to consider whether she a.) Wants to chill with you that night or b.) Minds you going to this party where the dancing will be sex with clothes on. And before you know it, you’ve missed out on quality time with your boys, and more importantly, good college memories.

Next, you never know whom you’re going to meet in college. You could very well meet your wife here, but how would you know if you

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jumped in feet first with the first girl you met when you got here?

As freshmen, we are all finding ourselves and where we fit in this big sea we were tossed into so rapidly. My colleague Miss Dennis makes the argument that as freshmen males, you’re going to be in the Annex with Girl A all day and be in the Quad with Girl B all night. That door swings both ways! I have met as many trife females at Howard as I have males.

So beware that just because you’re a one-woman-man, doesn’t means she’s a one-man-woman.

As hard as this may be to believe, Howard women do not turn down men as easily as they say they do; at least not dudes they have to see on a regular basis. So, honestly, she might not even be digging you like that, and just because you’re dating her, doesn’t mean she’s dating you.

If she doesn’t respond to any of your correspondence, and the only time she agreed to go out with you was when you asked her by chance in the cafe, she’s not feeling you.

Now she’s only going out with you to be nice; and to get that free dinner and movie that she knows awaits her. They think more like men than you may know...Steve Harvey taught them how. So you have to start thinking like them.

Now by no means am I completely against freshman relationships. I’m just saying, make sure that you have considered all points before you jump into a relationship.

by Ronesha Dennis Ladies, we all have them. That one guy we just can’t help but fall HEAD OVER HEELS for freshman year. The one that’s from another state, has a different swag from your boo at home, and talks with an accent so sexy that Oooooohhhh, the things you could do... But no! Don’t be fooled by it! The chances of you being his “one and only,” his “boo,” “baby,” and all the other titles you’d like to give yourself to make you THINK you’re the only one on his mind are only fooling you. Please give it up!

Freshman girls, save yourselves.

First, there are too many of us and too little of them. Second, you’re outnumbered by too many other girls who are willing to do the things you won’t do. When it comes down to the wire, he probably just wants the tang and if you’re not giving it, someone else will.

Now I’m not saying freshman year relationships just can’t work.

I know a few (read - VERY few) people who met freshman year and are just IN LOVE and still moving as we approach graduation (AYE, CLASS OF 2011). But those are few and far between and they’ve come with several trials and errors and caught you cheating with your ex-boo scandals, too. And still, they have worked passed that.

So the moral of the story is, if you want to, do you. I mean, it is freshman year and it’s quite alright to have the seldom “Oh ish, I messed up! What the *bleep* was I thinking?” moment. It’s a learn-

ing experience, in fact. But also be aware that while there are many of us, there are only a few of them. It’s quite possible that he may spend the entire day with you in the Annex and the entire night in her room in the Quad.

Ask a senior - as a matter of fact, ask a sophomore, chances are they

“Freshman girls, save yourselves.

First, there are too many of us and too little of them. “ know someone who it has happened to (may have even been them), so you’re not alone. And please PLEASE, if it doesn’t work out, take it for what it is. You have four years at Howard University, a place that produces excellent, beautiful men (even if we never see it while we’re here, they do in fact grow up and become very, very fine). If you can’t find one now, you never know what lies ahead!

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Where are all the celebrities that were supposed to be coming to Howard?

Who has the hook-up on cheap books?

How many of you are graduating on time because you can’t get overrides?

How many classes have you missed so far?

How many of your friends are homeless?

Are you homeless?

Did you see the Stop Sign twins in the Punchout?

Whatever happened to #HUJerseyDressGirl Why is Financial Aid processing refund checks from the back of the alphabet?

Don’t you wish you had a refund check?

Did you know that Homecoming Tickets are on sale?

Why did they take Sky Ranch Grill out of the Punchout?

Is Magic Johnson taking over Howard University?

How many of you will get your new Howard email activated?

How long do you think it’ll be before the thirsty people run out of new clothes?

Speaking of thirsty people, has the stalking begun yet?

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New Offensive Coach Joins Football Team

by Karim Alammuri Sports Editor After a disappointing 2-9 record last season, the Howard Bison football team has acquired Brad Bernard, former Bethune-Cookman University coach, as the new offensive coordinator and the quarterback’s coach for the 2010-2011 season.

As Bethune-Cookman’s offensive coordinator for 12 years, Bernard helped develop one of the best offensive lines in the Mid-Eastern Atlantic Conference.

The 2004 season saw Bernard coach Julius Franklin, who played for the New York Giants and is now playing for the Orlando Predators of the AFL. Another career highlight came in 2006, when three of his players earned All-MEAC nominations.

“My goals this year are to establish the offense, to make it a very vital part of the team and to hopefully pull our 1/3 [of the team],” said

Bernard.

Because of his accomplishments and the revived hope for the Bison football team, many fans are excited about Bernard’s arrival. Along with Coach Bernard comes Coach Raymond Gross, who will serve as the wide receiver coach and Coach Kenny Ray, the offensive line coach.

The Bison football team, in recent years, has struggled in the MEAC conference and Coach Bernard’s arrival offers hope for the future..

Things are already looking bright for the Bison football team as they generated 20 points in their latest scrimmage. This transition will hopefully continue throughout the season and improve their previous 2-9 record. The quarterbacks looked sharp, especially red-shirt Terry Bradden.

“Holy Cross is a great opportunity for us; they went to the playoffs last year and I think our institution should be playing teams like that,” said Bernard.

Lacrosse Team Perseveres Through Loss of Coach

by Aleesa Mann Editor-in-Chief Fall training intensified for the women’s lacrosse team – they lost their coach. Jessica Morgan, who has served as the team’s coach since January 2009, recently accepted another position at UVA, her alma matter.

For the team of 21 girls, this poses a setback.

“Everybody was kind of upset about it. I know as a captain I was upset about it,” said Ashley Lawrence, senior physical education major. “But it’s something we just have to move on from.”

Lawrence, a midfielder, has played on the team for four years and says the next coach will be the third coach of the team since her first year.

Under Morgan, Lawrence said, the team began to see some progress.

“We had 10 recruits that came in through Jessica Morgan, so basically this is her team,” she said. “Even though she left she brought a lot of love for the sport to the team. She was here day in and day out.”

The search for a new coach has begun and the athletic department anticipates interviewing candidates for the position in the coming weeks, said Interim Athletic Director Charles Gibbs.

“Historically, this has been a part-time coach’s position which can sometimes be difficult to balance when some of them have other obligations,” Gibbs said. “We recognize

the difficulty in this balance and are working to convert the position to a full-time status.”

Without a coach, the team’s captains are taking on new responsibilities in order to prepare for their spring games. Captain’s are making sure new team members complete their paperwork for the NCAA and register for classes. They also have to plan out their fall training, said Chasity Dailey, junior administration of justice major and one of the team’s captains.

“If we just stick together and everyone keeps everyone on the right path, we should be fine,” Dailey said.

The challenge for the team this semester seems to be more mental than anything.

“We have to be there for each other,” Lawrence said. “We need to stay together as a team its the only way that’s going to work, and if that foundation breaks, then a lot of things are going to go wrong.”

Aside from their internal challenges, the women’s lacrosse team, which was established in 1988, holds a stake as the only lacrosse team in the nation at an HBCU. As a result, the women of the team go into each season with two objectives: proving they’re good and maintaining awareness for black lacrosse players across the country.

“We want to prove everybody wrong,” Lawrence said, “because there are still people out there that say that blacks can’t play this sport.”

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Aleesa Mann Editor-in-Chief Dr. Marshall Banks is being honored in a PBS documentary for his contributions to his hometown’s high school basketball team and role in the integration efforts.

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racial tensions of the late 50s and was a participant in the integration movement.

Banks grew up in Ashland and began playing basketball in elementary school. By the time Banks entered high school, the team’s coach was familiar with his prowess as a player and put him on the varsity team.

“It was a tremendous feeling because I was playing with my friends who were much older than I,” said Banks.

Washington was the city’s only black school with the city’s only black basketball team that competed against all the white schools in the city.

Although Ashland was segregated, Banks was able to take courses at Ashland High School, the city’s largest white school. He was also familiar with several of the basketball players there.

“We played on the sandlot with all the basketball players in Ashland all summer. So we really weren’t intimidated in playing with them,” Banks said. “We were just separated when school started.”

But when the two teams, Ashland and Washington, were set to

play each other, and Washington won, Banks wasn’t sure of how his white classmates at Ashland would react; the next day they congratulated him.

After high school, Banks was recruited to play at Morehead State in Morehead, Ky., where he became the first black student to receive financial aid from the University and to compete in the Ohio Valley Conference, an NCAA Division I Conference.

At Morehead, Banks was the only black basketball player, but the publicity he received from local news outlets in his hometown allowed him to become familiar with the university’s players and professors before he arrived on campus.

“It made it a lot easier to transition,” Banks said.

Looking back, Banks says his achievements are weighted with a significance that he hadn’t realized at the time.

Sports in the late 50s, as he views them now, were a huge catalyst in the desegregation movement mandated by the 1954 Civil Rights Act. “I think a lot of the presidents of universities were trying to find this easy transition,” he said. “Part of the 1954 legislation was ‘with all deliber-

ate speed,’ some of them didn’t adhere and so they used sports as that particular transition.”

Banks has been a faculty member at Howard since 1978, and hopes his past will set an example for the students he teaches today.

“I constantly remind them that the 1954 civil rights decision to integrate schools and the 1964 civil rights action - that was a major change in the country. I was just a part of the beginning of that and I encourage them to understand that they still have responsibility,” Banks said.

Howard graduate student, Chibuzo Ibeabuchi, remembers his time in Banks’ kinesiology and motor learning courses during undergrad. Banks taught his students the value of being persistent and reminded them of his own experience with racism and success.

“Dr. Banks told us to exceed and excel as far as we can and never let anything stop us,” Ibeabuchi said.

“We’re at a time now when we can go do what ever we want.”

Booker T. Washington high school no longer exists. It was demolished after the success of the integration movement

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