VOLUME 70 | ISSUE 6 November 8, 2017
THE TSU HERALD
MEDIA AND FASHION
Talk on the Walk | Women of Gold | Fall Fashion | Brother Love | Russia Through Time | Weinstein vs. Hollywood
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Harvey Weinstein
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The accusations against Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein continue.
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Columbia Journalism School Actively Recruits for Newest Master’s Program By Melanie Diamond Contributing Writer
Edwin Issac, recruiter and financial aid counselor for the Columbia University Journalism School, came to talk to TSU students about what it takes to be successfully admitted into the program. Located in Morningside Heights in Manhattan, Columbia’s Journalism School has produced some of the country’s leading journalists, editors, and writers. A degree from Columbia University’s Journalism school affords students with the confidence and skills to
do well in a newsroom. “We don’t want you to be one-dimensional,” Issac said. “The workplace requires many skills. You have to be multidimensional.” No two students attending the j-school are alike. “We’ve had people from all walks of life apply. We’ve had former lawyers, people that have worked as journalists for a few years, grandparents,” Issac said. The master’s of science program has hands-on training for aspiring journalists. Students learn the fundamentals of storytelling
Dr. Dwalah Fisher was selected as one of the nine class members to be inducted into the 2017 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Hall of Fame. The enshrinement ceremony will take place on Nov. 30 at The Westin Galleria in Houston.
Fisher, who serves as the assistant director and senior woman administrator for TSU Athletics, was a top volleyball players at Texas Southern. She earned three All-SWAC nods and four All-Tournament honors for the Lady Tigers and her team won three conference titles. She was a member of the Lady Tigers basketball team before tearing her ACL in her freshman year.
Wesley Workshop
Communicating Effectively Networking Event Nov. 7
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and critical thinking. Two Columbia with both a M.S. in specializations are available Journalism and a Master of in documentary filmmaking International Affairs. and investigative reporting. “Getting two degrees The journalism in two years is a good deal,” school’s newest program is Issac said. the M.S. in Data Journalism, which opens in May 2018. It The M.A. program is a responds to a need for re- 9-month program that is deporters to be able to inter- signed for journalists with at pret data and computation least three years experience. for stories. Issac said that Students are able to specialColumbia hopes to start with ize in long-form journalism in at least 15-20 students. four concentrations such as politics and science. The most popular dual degree program is the Jour- While paying for Conalism and International Pub- lumbia may be daunting to lic Affairs with the School of some, Issac assures students International and Public Af(continued on page 7) fairs (SIPA). Students leave
Former Texas Southern University Athlete and Coach Inducted into SWAC Hall of Fame By Kendrick Callis TSU Communications
HBCU BUZZ
Digital Network’s volleyball broadcasts.
“It is truly an honor to be recognized by the conference with this honor and to go in with this class of outstanding former SWAC athletes and coaches,” Fisher said. “I am most proud that I am joining my college coach Audrey Ford who was TSU’s first inductee into the SWAC Hall of Fame. He recently passed and to be enshrined alongside him means so She took the helm of much to me.” the Lady Tigers volleyball program in 1994, guiding the Dr. Fisher is a TSU team to the SWAC volleyball graduate, earning her underchampionship, and coached graduate degree in business until 2010. administration, a master’s degree in health education Fisher coached the and a doctoral degree in edwomen’s basketball team ucation curriculum instrucin 1996. She serves as the tion. color analyst for the SWAC
Texas Southern University Included in Houston Astros Championship Parade By Kendrick Callis TSU Communications Texas Southern University’s championship baseball and softball teams and the University’s renowned Ocean of Soul marching band were included in the Houston Astro championship parade on Nov. 3. The women’s softball team, coached by Worley Barker have won two out of the last three Southwestern Athletic Conference titles. The men’s baseball team, coached by Michael Robertson have also won two of the last three Southwestern Athletic titles. The Ocean of Soul commenced the parade. 3
CAMPUS LIFE
Student Media Outlet ‘Talk on the Walk’ Introduces Creative Team and Launches New Segments Talk on the Walk (TOTW) is a major media outlet on the campus of Texas Southern University (TSU) that illuminates the activities of current students and alumni while giving collegiate access to those who may never have the privilege to attend TSU.
By Faye Timmons Contributing Writer
Familiar faces Tyler “Plex Washington” Doggett and Bria “Cali Bri” Saunders made a name for the organization during the 20162017 school year, but TOTW has expanded with a new structure on YouTube and presence from new campus personalities.
Photo courtesy of Darren Bias
The new stuctured Talk on the Walk president (center) Tyler Doggett along with newest members. The design allows generally unorganization went from 6 to 100 plus in two semesters.
known members the chance to speak on campus life and flex their creative skills through segments. Some segments, like ‘Rep Your City’ consists of choosing random students showing off their best dance moves that are native to their hometown. Over the course of a year, TOTW has gone from a handful of people, two hosts, and a camera man to over 100 new members in a matter of two semesters.
New member Nicole Caligone is one of the hosts brought on this year for TOTW, where she also acts
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Women of Gold Interest Meeting Brings Out Creme of the Crop
By Tamerras Leonard Contributing Writer
thank you cards with affirmations inside and goodie bags. Gold and white balloons filled the room accompanied by a “Women of Gold” poster, snapchat filter, and photo booth frame adding a great welcoming touch.
Texas Southern University (TSU) The Women of Gold (TWOG) hosted an interest meeting branded as “The Golden Experience” held on Nov. 2 at 6 p.m. in “The Golden ExperiJesse H. Jones School of ence” provided a brief inforBusiness. mational on what the new A total of 30 females Golden Gals of TSU had to arrived at “The Golden Expe- offer. Insight on TWOG’s rience” eager to hear more mission, history, plans for about TWOG. Thirty addi- the semester, and membertional women who were un- ship requirements were also able to attend the interest provided. meeting submitted applicaOlivia Chandler, TWOG tions via email to become a Public Relations Chair said Golden Gal. it’s empowering to witness An atmosphere of what women can do when “gold” was created by en- they come together. couraging attendees to wear turnout was “cocktail-chic” attire. Upon “The entry, Golden Gals received amazing for our first inter4
Photo courtesy of Brandon Aninipot
The founding members of TSU Women of Gold following their first interest meeting.
est meeting. I cannot wait to participate in the major impact The Women of Gold will have on campus and society,” Chandler said. TWOG is a new organization at Texas Southern
University, but the third chapter of The Women of Gold in the state of Texas. The Women of Grace, Optimism, Love, and Dignity (G.O.L.D.) began with a
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MORE LIFE
TSU
Student
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Award at Confucius Institute Gala in Washington D.C. By Melissa Christensen Communications Associate
TSU student will receive the Confucius Institute’s People-to-People Award at the Confucius Institute U.S. Center’s National Honors Gala on Nov. 18 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. Michael Flores joins nine other outstanding students from across the country to receive honors for his Chinese language learning and cross-cultural experiences. Flores will travel to Washington D.C. to receive the award at the National Honors Gala hosted by the Confucius Institute. Keynote speakers will include Charles Bolden, Former NASA Administrator, and James B. Hemowitz, President at China Institute.
Photos courtesy of Emmanuel Greene
ties and schools across the country, based on their personal stories, learning experiences, and active engagement with Chinese language development, cultural awareness, and global education programs. With speakers including Charles Bolden, Former NASA Administrator, and James B. Hemowitz, President at China Institute, the Confucius Institute U.S. Center’s National Honors Gala promises to be a remarkable night.
The Confucius Institute U.S. Center (CIUS Center) is a 501(c)(3) not-forprofit educational institution based in Washington D.C. with the mission of strengthening educational and cultural exchanges and fostering ‘people-to-people’ interactions between China and the United States. The CIUS Cen Flores is a senior at ter also supports 110 indiTexas Southern University, a vidual Confucius Institutes proud Historically Black Col- across the United States. lege and University (HBCU). He originally learned Manda- To support and adrin in high school at Bellaire vance global education, ChiHomeschool located in Hous- nese language development ton Texas. He is currently 23 and cross-cultural underyears old majoring in history standing programs, the CIUS with a minor in Chinese stud- Center engages and supies. He has been a Confucius ports the directors of the Institute student for almost 110 independent Confucius a year and has enjoyed every Institute network through minute of his experience. Mi- four primary domains – educhael hopes to pursue a law cation and professional dedegree with an emphasis on velopment, arts and culture, international law and aspires academics and research, and to become a U.S Diplomat in public relations and strategic China. communications outreach. The annual National Honors Gala recognizes the accomplishments of ten exemplary Confucius Institute students selected from Confucius Institutes in universi-
The Perfect Gentleman
From top to bottom: Dr. Moffett makes an announcement during the first SGA Perfect Gentleman event is the SSLC Tiger Room, Darius Lewis addresses the crowd, and the was the perfect for mixing and networking.
HONORS COLLEGE
Frederick Douglass Lecture Series PAB 114 on Nov. 7
7PM-8:30PM
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LIFE & STYLE
Best Dressed Students Use Rock Star Elements and Political Statements to Enhance Their Fall Wardrobes
By Januel Burton Contributing Writer Photos by of Ken Davis
Entertainment Influence From the best view on the Tiger Walk, it seems as though Tigers are taking fashion influence from popular rappers and movers in the entertainment industry. As the weather changes this season, so do the colors in our wardrobe. This fall you’ll notice that army green, pops of color like red and orange, and the athleisure trends are the most notable amongst the crowd of students walking to class on an average day at Texas Southern University (TSU). Freshman Chrishan Hubert said pop-star Rihanna inspires her fall style. Dressed in high-waist green jeans and a cropped sweater with red details, Hubert said she loves effortless fashion and SZA’s album. “Rihanna is my mom,” Hubert said. “I’m a free spirit like my mother. I go to the beat of my own drum and it’s not like I’m trying to replicate a style or look.”
Rap influenced style elements like fanny-packs, durags, and tinted sunglasses are the most worn by students.
istence or Expect Resistance” statement t-shirt by HSTRY clothing on the Glamour Magazine red carpet.
A Political Climate
This trend is very versatile. Pair your favorite statement tee with jeans, or make it pop with a brightly colored midi-skirt.
Politics has trickled down to our favorite designers and brands. You can definitely get a sense of the student voice based on their clothing. Sophomore business marketing major Stephen Patterson said statement t-shirts allow him to spread a powerful message without necessarily having to speak. “They are really conversation pieces,” Patterson said.
Another highlighted trend this fall is the classic denim on denim look. This is a look fueled by Instagram and hip-hop culture and isn’t just meant for the rodeo. Also, this
A pair of good denim jeans are a staple, but try investing in denim jackets too. The styles vary today from cropped and fitted to oversized and distressed. Whether you’re inspired by Rihanna or 21 Savage, want to make a political statement, or try out your favorite denim look – it’ll be easy to obtain these fall trends.
Patterson said if he was approached by a person on campus wearing a “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) shirt, he would invite an important conversation. “I wouldn’t push a person off because we have different political opinions. It would allow me to be inquisitive,” Patterson said. “Black-ish” actress Yara Shahidi made waves on Oct. 20 when she wore a “Respect Ex- (left) Pop singer Rihanna in sheer green lace Gucci dress and (right) two stylish students on the yard rocking the latest trends.
(left) Female student in burgundy lace and (right) actress Yara Shahidi in a HSTRY “Respect Existence OR Expect Resistance” statement tee. 6
Denim Times Two
is not your early 2000’s Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake flashy denim look. Ladies, pair your Canadian tuxedo with an open back mule for an updated look.
Fanny packs, rapper elements, orange, and embellished denim jackets trends.
BUSINESS (continued from page 3)
that financial aid and loans are available. Columbia offers several fellowships and scholarships that are merit and need-based. There are also scholarships offered through outside journalism associations and publications. “You have to be persistent
“You have to be persistent with outside scholarships. I have seen students be fully funded.”
graduate school, I would ad- are an interesting person, if vise you start to look now,” you can write well and think Issac said. critically.”
While applications among the programs vary, Columbia pays special attention to the admissions essays and writwith outside scholarships. I ing tests. “The most imporhave seen students be fully tant piece of the application funded. If you are a senior is the writing test,” said Isand you are interested in sac. “We want to know if you
Collegiate 100
Business and Economics is hosting ‘CAREER KILLER’ on Wednesday, Nov. 8 in PAB 114 Auditorium at
7 p.m.
JHJ School of Business Corporate Partnership to Train Young Energy Traders
By Kendrick Callis TSU Communications
Texas Southern University’s Jesse H. Jones School of Business (JHJ) and Aspect, a leading global provider of cloud commodity trading and risk management solutions, announced a new partnership on October 31. Aspect has provided JHJ with a free subscription to its Commodity Trading and Risk Management (CTRM) software valued at more than $1.7 million. JHJ will use the
software to teach best practices to the next generation of energy and commodities traders. Students will use realworld tools and scenarios used by today’s industry professionals. “We’re excited to have Aspect’s veteran staff of CTRM experts bring their expertise into our classroom for students to begin to explore real-time trading and
future careers as commodity traders,” said TSU President Austin Lane. “This is another valued University partnership and the experience our students will gain will allow them to truly frame their futures.” JHJ professors will use AspectCTRM to demonstrate how traders monitor profit and loss, inventory analysis, physical oil movements, financial accounting methods and reporting, tax practices,
and other activities in its Introduction to Energy Accounting Course. The class is designed to enhance students’ accounting skills and marketability in the global energy market.
“We are thrilled to be part of a program that helps train commodity traders of the future” “We are thrilled to be part of a program that helps train commodity traders of the future,” said Sheshieda Davis, Aspect managing director of the Americas. “The students will benefit from this leading course for years to come. We have clients right here in Texas using the same software.”
Students will be shown scenarios of how leading trading firms use AspectCTRM. They will get the opportunity to manage a crude physical and financial portfolio using a $1 million budget under their own company name. Aspect’s cloud technology makes it possible for a university to deploy and Aspect Solutions solidified its new partnership with the Jesse H Jones School of Business. (l-r) TSU President Austin communicate remotely with Lane, JHJ Executive Director of Advancement Muriel Funches, Aspect President and CEO Steve Hughes, Aspect Managing Aspect’s Houston. Director Sheshieda Davis, JHJ Distinguished Professor of Accounting Richard Pitre, and JHJ Interim Dean John Williams. Photo Credit: Earlie Hudnall, TSU University Photographer.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Brother Love: Combs Changes Artist Moniker, Inspired by Bowie By Melanie Diamond Contributing Writer
Sean Combs, or the artist formally known as Puff Daddy, or Diddy, or P. Diddy has just announced that he has changed his name again to Love/Brother Love.
Diddy, Puff Daddy, or any of my other monikers,” Combs said.
Combs revealed last year on “Kocktails with Khloe” that he’s changed “I have been praying his name so many times beon this road and I have de- cause of David Bowie. cided…I know it’s risky and I know it’s corny to some “I met with him and I people…I decided to change was so inspired,” Combs said. my name again,” Combs said “I knew him as the white boy in a video posted to Twitter who was on ‘Soul Train,’ but on Nov. 4. then I started to do my research and I saw that he had “I’m just not who I am all these different personbefore. I’m something dif- alities. It kind of empowered ferent. So, my new name is me and gave me the confiLove, aka Brother Love. I will dence to have my stage pernot be answering to Puffy, sona.”
“It kind of empowered me and gave me the confidence” Combs said Bowie is a great example of reinvention and that a lot of people don’t understand that Puff Daddy is separate from who Sean Combs is. Three days after announcing his name change, Combs took to Instagram to reveal that he was just joking.
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TSU’s Royal Rouge Podcast Radio Show Backed by Knowles By Todd T. Rogers Editor-in-Chief
(MLK) – With an eightcount and fry from Chick-fil-a, a girl in a pale purple cropped denim jacket bounced into class and sat two rows behind me on the opposite side of the room. We were both about 20 minutes early and the smell of her meal immediately caught my attention. I met eyes with the earthy girl, Camren Linson, in her natural state as she rambled through her fast food with one hand and settled into her seat, double-clicking the mouse at her computer with the other. Linson introduced herself as Cam Universe, an eccentric journalism major with a concentration in public relations and a minor in radio, television, and film. The senior met her business partner Breyonna Grant aka BG the Great in their hometown of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. 8
The duo created the “Royal Tea” podcast during their time on The Bluff Radio at Southern University in 2014. With a demographic of Black women ages 1450, the first episode curated 38,000 views and Linson said their decision to rebrand happened with their move to Houston, Texas and transfer to Texas Southern University (TSU).
“Royal Rouge Radio” show covers music, news, sports, gospel, political views, and “things to get women further in life,” Linson said. “Were two Black women and were doing things people have never seen before,” Linson said while dip-
ping her chicken bite into the restaurant’s famous pale yellow sauce. Viewers are given glimpse into Cam and BG’s aesthetic by browsing through their social media
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The “Royal Tea” brand focused on gossip, Linson said, but the new “Royal Rouge Radio” uses “visualdigital video” for a new millennial feel which makes it difficult to get others to understand their innovative vision for the brand. “Our name is just an ode to where we stayed and where were going” the Louisiana-born media maven said. The “royal” in their new name refers to Cam and BG’s past collaboration and “rouge” as a dedication to the pair’s hometown. The
Photo courtesy of @royalrougeradio on IG
Breyonna “BG the Great” Grant (left) and Camren “Cam Universe” Linson (right).
ARTS & CULTURE
The ‘Russia Through Time: Many Perspectives’ Symposium Offers Cultural Experience with Music and Black Liberation Connection By Kyndra Snoddy Contributing Writer (EDUCATION) – Texas Southern University (TSU) in partnership with the Russian Culture Center (RCC) “Our Texas” hosted the 100th Anniversary of the Russian Revolution of October 1917. The one-day interdisciplinary symposium explored perceptions of Russia from various cultural, geographical, historical, and social perspectives spanning from 1917 to 2017. Dr. Karen Kossie-Chernyshev, program chair, moderated and commenced the occasion with comments on “When Baba (Babushka) Meets Grandmother (Big Momma)” and introduced her mother-in-law, Professor Nina Chernyshev, who spoke on “The Revolution of October 1917 and its Relevance” in Russian. Dr. Jane Perkyns presented “The 1917 Piano Sonata of Sergei Prokofev” and performed musical selections from composers Prokofev and Mussorgsky. “It is always enjoyable to participate in such events both as a presenter and an audience member,” Perkyns said. “To have both the opportunity to enlighten and be enlightened is inspirational. I was struck by the diversity of topics that were presented around this central theme of Russian Revolution.”
“I was struck by the diversity of topics that were presented”
Perkyns said the historical frameworks of her musical
contributions helped the students connect with the culture. “I tried to include musical examples of works that may have been either familiar, or at least accessible to show students that music, as a universal language, can communicate the human experience, regardless of nationality, social or political background,” Perkyns said. The program also provided a perspective on the Russian Revolution that related to the Black experience. Africanist, Dr. Gregory Maddox said the most important connection between the Soviet Union and African Liberation came when Vladimir Lenin published “Imperialism – The Highest Stage of Capitalism”. “This work became a part of the standard critique of colonialism which then covered all of Africa,” Maddox said. The symposium concluded with a showing of Vitaly Mansky’s “Close Relations”. The documentary follows the director as he travels through Ukraine visiting members of his own family. Kossie-Chernyshev said there is a strong possibility that TSU will host another Russian symposium. “Given my academic location in African-American history and the African diaspora, the next symposium may be titled, “From Pushkin to Prince: Russia and the African Diaspora,” Kossie-Chernyshev said. Presenters will be invited to explore the myriad perspectives from which people of Africa have engaged Russian history and culture.
Dr. Karen Kossie-Chernyshev Kossie_KL@tsu.edu
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OPINION
Harvey Weinstein versus Hollywood Today were seeing “I wanted to keep cases of industry men abusthings professional” ing their power and it’s become clearer with the recent allegations made by award“I wanted to keep winning actress Lupita Nyong’o against executive things professional, so I made a point of referring to Harvey Weinstein. him as Mr. Weinstein. He in Nyong’o is now one of sisted that I call him by his several women who are de- first name. In this first en-
By Tasha Poullard Contributing Writer
she’d sent a clear message to Weinstein that no sexual activity would transpire between the two of them. Following a screening in New York that led to grabbing dinner and drinks, Weinstein became upset over the fact that Nyong’o would not
tailing their experiences with the entertainment executive. The actress’s statements were published on Oct. 19 in The New York Times.
“He said he couldn’t believe how fast I had gotten to where I was, and that he had treated me so badly in the past. He was ashamed of his actions and he promised to respect me moving forward,” said Nyong’o. “I said thank you and left it at that, but I made a quiet promise to myself to never ever work with Harvey Weinstein.”
“An intermediary introduced him to me as - the most powerful producer in Hollywood,” Nyong’o said. “As an aspiring actress, I was of course eager to meet people in the industry but cautious about strangers, and the intentions of men in general.”
The actress said she decided to share her experience now because she is now a part of a growing community of women like Rose McGowan and Angelina Jolie who are secretly dealing with harassment.
Like many other women seeking to break into the business, Nyong’o expressed that she did her best to vet this famous producer by asking many of the people present upon first meeting him.
There is clearly power in numbers.
Even then a woman – an unidentified female producer– stepped forward to cautiously advised Nyong’o to keep Harvey in her corner. counter, I found him to be very direct and authoritative, but also charming,” Nyong’o said. “He didn’t quite put me “He is a good man to at ease, but he didn’t alarm know in the business, but me either.” just be careful around him. Weinstein played on He can be a bully,” the fe- the fact that she would be male producer said. a graduate soon, and offered Taking the word of her a potential opportunity advice, Nyong’o decided to following the ordeal.
“He is a good man to know in the business”
move forward with making felt that him a business contact in the Nyong’o some level of boundaries had hopes that she may be conbeen established, or that sidered for his projects. 10
fine,” Weinstein said. The actress said it felt like both a threat and a reassurance at the same time. She said she did not see Weinstein again until September 2013 when she was in Toronto for the premiere of “12 Years a Slave”.
order an alcoholic beverage. This later caused him to simply stop “playing games and cut to the chase.” His whole demeanor changed at that point she said. After passing up on Weinstein’s advances, Nyong’o caught a cab and said her final goodbyes to the producer. “I don’t know about your career, but you’ll be
When men in the industry with power do not get what they want from a woman, they deem them a target. Her career in most cases is a failure. Many of the famous women we see on the silver screen, who are Grammy award-winning recording artist, and globally famous entertainers have, in most cases, paid a price. These women sacrifice themselves and compromise their bodies in pursuit of a dream. It takes courage to step forward and tell your story and it’s not an easy task. Lupita Nyong’o and Rose McGowan can be the beacon of hope for more women to come forward.
CONCLUSIONS
SGA Drippin’ in Paint
On Tuesday, Oct. 31 SGA Office of External Affairs hosted the “Drippin’ Paint” Breast Cancer Awareness event on the Student Center portico. External VP Marves used the opportunity to bring awareness to the disease that effects 1 in 8 U.S. women. Photos courtesy of Ken Davis
Talk on the Walk Continued (continued from page 4)
as the organization’s secretary. “I feel the new direction for TOTW is a breath of fresh air,” Caligone said. “Not only will we be more organized as a family and organization, but we will definitely have better quality videos. I’m really looking forward to this new era.”
“I’m really looking forward to this new era.”
things. “You have to,” she said. “You need to get out. You need new things to talk about and I’m just a strong believer of getting out. I feel like you can’t do a job standing in one spot the entire time. How are you inspired?” The duo is currently backed by entertainment industry vet and TSU professor, Dr. Mathew Knowles. The host said they are looking to expand their work by involving more household names and social influencers. Linson said she only finds inspiration in her brand and only sees herself going into the media entertainment business.
Amongst the group, there is a true sense of comradery between the newest members as they continue to build momentum for “Royal Rouge has my TOTW. Moving forward it heart,” she said. would be in good interest to pay close attention to the legacy being built.
Royal Rouge Continued
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accounts. Their personal brands exude current pop culture through fashion, trendiness, and youthful entertainment through blunt commentary. “We want to bring music videos back. You know like BET,” Linson said. “They had ‘106 & Park’ and that’s a big thing in our childhood that BG and I related on. We just want to keep that alive.”
Clockwise from top to bottom: Students participate in SGA’s ‘Drippin Paint’
event where hands were painted pink and placed on a banner with inspirational messages, student prepares to leave her handprint, friends pose after leaving inspirational messages, and External VP Zetrik Marves serves themed cookies to students.
The duo’s goal is to remain creative, but sometimes they experience creators block Linson said. She advice people interested in the entertainment business to get out of their comfort zone and experience new
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simple conversation between 8 young women about empowerment and creating substantial bonds within the community that mirrored their friendship. TWOG’s mission is to ignite an undeniable spark that fosters inspiration and shifts the mentality of collegiate women toward positive self-thought by equipping them with the ability to exude TWOG’s core values through mentorship and development.
Brother Love Continued (continued from page 8)
“Well ladies and gentleman,” Combs said. “Today I’ve come to the conclusion that you cannot play around with the internet.” 11
TIGER CLASSIFIEDS
Dr. James E. Ginn: A Gift from Above
“As each one has received a special gift, employ it in serving one another as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.” Those who are wise know that Dr. James E. Ginn’s life has been extrapolated into an infinite domain. His love for students is recognized by his friends, family and colleagues, for he always made himself available to students.
Sandra Wood of Texas A&M University’s Dept. of Statistics contacted me today regarding my memories of James Ginn, a 1973 PhD graduate of the department (then called the Graduate Institute of Statistics). James was the first African-American PhD graduate of the His accomplishments A&M Statistics Department. and love for students were And he continued as a Texas demonstrated at Texas Southern University faculty Southern University and member while at A&M. He his contributions to our was a good student and an lives have made an indel- exceptional representative ible imprint on all who were of this program and univertouched by his gifts, his per- sity. severance, and his energy to serve others. For background, I have The words of one of his pro- been a faculty member in fessors are a beautiful trib- this department since 1966 ute to a man who was a fine and was a member of Ginn’s husband, father, professor, PhD committee. His commitco-worker, and mentor: tee chair was Distinguished
Professor Herman Otto Hartley, a world renown, widely published scholar, who was the first head of this department. Hartley served that capacity for thirteen years, and upon his retirement, I succeeded him as head. Ginn’s dissertation research efforts developed a ‘product moment’ estimator to be used in sample surveys. While the sample surveys portion of statistical methodology and practice is not my research area, Ginn took at least one course from me and his work overlapped my studies somewhat. I do not recall where his work was published, but I confident that Professor Hartley directed Ginn to a problem that was of high interest to the United States Census Bureau in its efforts to glean more accurate information from census data. As you know, census data are fundamental to our republic in determining numbers of Congressional members for each state, for example. Hartley and his students never worked on easy or impractical problems.
DATES TO REMEMBER COLLEGIATE 100 CAREER KILLER November 8, 2017 PAB 114 Auditorium 7PM KINKS AESTHETICS November 8, 2017 SSLC Tiger Room 7PM PRE-LAW SOCIETY A DAY IN THE LIFE November 8, 2017 PAB 206 @7PM 13th ANNUAL VETERANS DAY PROGRAM November 16, 2017 SSLC 11AM-1PM VETERANS DAY Campus-wide Holiday November 10, 2017 HOUSE OF BLUES Sigma Karaoke Night November 8, 2017 SSLC 208A 7PM THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY November 23-25, 2017 LABOR DAY CLASSIC Thanksgiving Day
I send my sincere condolences to his family and friends. With best regards, William B. Smith, PhD PStat®, American Statistical Association Professor Emeritus Texas A&M University
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