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Dates to remember August 22: Fall Fest Begins August 24: Class Begin September 1: First BSM meeting at 5:30 pm in Stone Center Auditorium September 9: First Black Ink Meeting at 5 pm in Upendo Lounge
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Meet the President & VP
KARIBU!  (WELCOME!) My name is Camile Jones and I am the President of the Black Student Movement for the 2010-Â2011 school year. I want to wel- come you all to Carolina and invite you to join the BSM family! I KDYH EHHQ LQYROYHG ZLWK WKH %60 VLQFH P\ Ă€UVW \HDU DW &DUROLQD and ever since then, it has been my home. Because the BSM is an organization that embraces a distinctly Black culture it allows for VWXGHQWV WR GHĂ€QH DQG FKDOOHQJH ZKDW LW PHDQV WR EH ´%ODFNÂľ DQG VSHFLĂ€FDOO\ ZKDW GRHV LW PHDQ WR EH ´%ODFN DW 81&Âľ Members of the BSM tend to be well connected and are quite knowledgeable about resources, helpful faculty and other campus organizations. Carolina is a huge university, and it is always comforting to know that the BSM family is always there to make it feel just a little bit smaller. This year the BSM plans to have events and programs that not only unify our members, EXW FRQQHFW RXU PHPEHUV WR RWKHU FDPSXV RUJDQL]DWLRQV DQG WKH 8QLYHUVLW\ DV D ZKROH %\ increasing the amount of service and social programs this year, the BSM plans to fertilize and cultivate our community. Strengthening our family, and empowering our members to take pride in the Black Student Movement and in ourselves. Once again, I welcome all of you to Carolina and I invite you to join the Black Student Movement family! Dhati (Sincerely), Camile B. Jones, Black Student Movement President, 2010-Â2011
Hey  Everybody! :HOFRPH WR 81& DQG PRUH LPSRUWDQWO\ ZHOFRPH WR \RXU MRXUQH\ to the future. I’m excited about 2014 (shoutout to even years) and the exciting happenings and expansion we have planned for this year. Camile and I, along with the rest of the executive team, are do- ing our best to ensure a successful and epic year for the Black Stu- dent Movement. From initiatives such as bringing about more male involvement to FRQWLQXLQJ VXFFHVVIXO HYHQWV OLNH ´&XOWXUH RQ WKH /DZQÂľ WKH 2011 school year is sure to be a #win. The mission of the Black Stu- GHQW 0RYHPHQW LV VR SHUWLQHQW \HW XQGHĂ€QHG ZKLFK UDQJHV IURP academic success to discussing prominent African-ÂAmerican issues. 7KH %ODFN 6WXGHQW 0RYHPHQW LV D GLVWLQFW HQWLW\ DW 81& ZKRVH PHPEHUV VWULYH WR EH WKH best no matter what their passion and activities include. I myself have found a way to en- FRPSDVV HYHU\ DVSHFW RI P\ OLIH ZLWKLQ WKH %ODFN 6WXGHQW 0RYHPHQW IURP VHUYLFH WR VRFLDO HYHQWV , KRSH WKDW DOO RI \RX FDQ Ă€QG \RXU KRPH ZLWK WKH %ODFN 6WXGHQW 0RYHPHQW DQG MRLQ XV LQ RXU VWULYH WRZDUG H[FHOOHQFH DFDGHPLFDOO\ DQG VRFLDOO\ Again, I welcome you to your freshman year and hope that the Black Student Movement can act as a building block on your road to success! Sincerely, Eric Campbell, Black Student Movement Vice President, 2010-Â2011
Inside BSM
History Spotlight Our  Legacy,  Our  Purpose
The Black Student Movement was es- WDEOLVKHG LQ 1RYHPEHU RI DV D UHVXOW of the slow growth of the Black popula- tion on campus and because of Black stu- dents’ dissatisfaction with the campus’ 1$$&3 FKDSWHU ,W ZDV IURP WKLV EHJLQ- ning the Black Student Movement began to take its position as the leading voice IRU %ODFN VWXGHQWV RQ 81& &KDSHO +LOO¡V campus. The ensuing year became yet another momentous one for Black students on the campus because it was within this time frame that the Dixon Resolution and the Phillips Committee were established. The Dixon Resolution written by Profes- VRU -RKQ 'L[RQ RQ 0D\ UHTXHVW- HG WKH &KDQFHOORU DSSRLQW D ÀYH SHUVRQ
committee to generate recommendations for the faculty to help improve the aca- demic climate for Black students. It was the Phillips Committee lead by Professor Dickson Phillips, that recommended an eight-Âstep plan to improve the intellec- tual climate and remove educational dis- abilities on the basis of race. 2Q 'HFHPEHU %60 SUHVHQWHG D list of 22 demands to Chancellor Sitterson for improvements that they wished to see implemented. It was because of this list that many of the programs and curricula LQ SODFH DW WKH 8QLYHUVLW\ RI 1RUWK &DUR- OLQD DW &KDSHO +LOO ZHUH HVWDEOLVKHG BSM continues to hold its strong legacy of advocating and embracing the Black SUHVHQFH RQ 81&¡V FDPSXV
BSM Executive Board & Preamble Camile  Jones  President  Eric  Campbell  Vice  President  Alexis  Davis  Secretary  Claudia  Parker Treasurer  Maylott  Mulugeta  Parliamentarian  B’anca  Glenn  Executive  Assistant Â
Black  Student  Movement  Preamble “We,  the  members  of  the  Black  Student  Movement,  embrace  a  culture  distinct  from  the  dominant  culture  found  at  the  University  of  North  Carolina  at  Chapel  Hill.  In  view  of  this  fact,  it  is  the  goal  of  this  organization  to  strive  for  the  con- tinued  existence  of  the  unity  among  all  its  members,  to  voice  the  concerns  and  grievances  of  its  members  to  the  Uni- versity,  to  offer  outlets  for  expressing  Žƒ…Â? ‹†‡ƒŽ• ƒÂ?† …—Ž–—”‡ǥ ƒÂ?† ϔ‹Â?ÂƒÂŽÂŽÂ›ÇĄ to  ensure  that  the  Black  Student  Move- ment  members  never  lose  contact  with  the  Black  community.â€?
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Subgroups & Committees
There  are  tons  of  ways  to  get  involved  with  the  Black  Student  Movement.  Below  you  will  find  Subgroups  and  Committees  that  are  sure  to  nurish  any  talent  you  may  possess.
Celebration of Black Womanhood (CBW) is a group whose purpose is to honor the strength, diversity and essence of the black woman through an appreciation and celebration of her heritage and culture. We hold programs dealing with women’s issues such as self- esteem, healing your inner soul, and climbing the corporate ladder. We build ties within the group which provide members with a sup- portive outlet.
Ebony Readers/Onyx Theater (EROT) is a performance group that specializes in poetry, spoken word, and theatrical drama. E-ÂWrite is the writ- ing core of EROT and produces the scripts for their two annual theatrical performances. For more information about auditions and yearly DFWLYLWLHV FRPH WR WKH Ă€UVW %60 PHHWLQJ Harmonyx is an A Cappella ensemble that highlights and vocalizes the music of Afri- can Americans through a variety of musical JHQUHV +DUPRQ\[ specializes in 5 % +LS +RS Jazz, Golden Old- ies, and Gospel. If you are inter- HVWHG LQ Ă€QGLQJ RXW PRUH DERXW +DUPRQ\[ SOHDVH HPDLO XV DW harmonyxunc@gmail.com. Special Programming/Parent-ÂAlumni Re- lations (SPPAR) is a BSM sub-Âcommittee WKDW KROGV VSHFLĂ€F HYHQWV WKURXJKRXW WKH \HDU VXFK DV WKH %60 %DOO .ZDQ]DD %ODFN +LVWRU\ 0RQWK &HOHEUDWLRQV DQG WKH 8PRMD $ZDUGV This committee also coordinates membership and participation in Parent-ÂAlumni functions.
University of North Carolina Gospel Choir
7KH 81& *RVSHO &KRLU LV D JURXS GHYRWHG WR praising God through song. The choir travels to various cities to promote and praise the King- dom of God. This group is an excellent avenue to strengthen one’s relationship with God and to develop a social support system.
OPEYO! Dance Company is made up of two groups, modern and hip-Âhop, that are open to both males and females. OPEYO! provides an outlet for artistic expression and community outreach through dance. We perform at numer-Â ous events on and off campus throughout the year and host our annual show in the spring. Black Ink, founded LQ LV WKH RIĂ€FLDO publication for the BSM. Campus-Âwide, locally or globally, members of our staff will report on any issue affecting the Black community. Anyone interested in writ-Â ing, reporting, photography or graphic design is welcome to join the Black Ink family. The Political Action Committee is the politi-Â
cal organ for BSM and is the source for current political/social justice news that affects the Black community and is the body through which those issues are addressed. The legacy of action and power is one which the group will continue to promote, exemplify, and expand upon.
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EmBRACE or Emphasizing Brotherhood Across Campus Effectively is focused on em- powering African American males to make a difference within BSM, our campus, and our community. Its goal is to promote brotherhood amongst black males on campus. The Cultural Diversity Committee is dedi- cated to bridging the gap between the various cultures on campus. Activities include the MA- 6$/$ IDVKLRQ VKRZ DQG &XOWXUH RQ WKH /DZQ Triple Alliance Committee (TAC) is the volun- teer branch of the BSM. We work to bring togeth- er three entities- students, administration, and the community through acts of service. If giving back is your thing come and bring your fresh new ideas and be a part of this organization! The BSM Alternative Spring Break Trip for WKH 6XQĂ RZHU &RXQW\ )UHHGRP 3URMHFW is a special project whose mission is to foster self-Âcon- ÀGHQFH DQG VHOI XQGHUVWDQGLQJ LQ . \RXWK OLY- ing in rural America through critical discussions regarding current social issues and physical, men- tal and sexual health issues. We have successfully FRQGXFWHG WZR FRQVHFXWLYH ´6HOI DQG +HDOWKÂľ camps for students living in the culturally rich WRZQV RI 6XQĂ RZHU &RXQW\ DQG &ODUNVGDOH 0LV- VLVVLSSL DW WKH 6XQĂ RZHU )UHHGRP 3URMHFW &HQWHU The Membership/Elections committee works to aid in the successful recruitment of BSM members and facilitate Mr. & Miss BSM elec- tions, BSM Central and Executive committee elections, and election forums. We would love to work with you to help make the membership experience great for all of our members! Minority Student Recruitment Committee (MSRC) is comprised of over 200 dedicated student volunteers and a student administrative staff who strive to implement recruitment pro- JUDPV WKURXJK WKH 2IĂ€FH RI 'LYHUVLW\ DQG 0XOWL- cultural Affairs. MSRC works closely with vari- ous cultural student organizations on campus as ZHOO DV WKH 2IĂ€FH RI 8QGHUJUDGXDWH $GPLVVLRQV WR RIIHU UHFUXLWPHQW SURJUDPV EHQHĂ€FLDO WR PL- nority students.
The Black History Month Committee is
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Black Ink
From 2013 to 2014
Thank Me Later
Need some advice on how to start your college experience? Black 0UR OHZ NV[ `V\ JV]LYLK ;OLZL Z[\KLU[Z Q\Z[ ÄUPZOLK [OLPY ÄYZ[ year at UNC and they have some valuable advice to share. Trust us, you will thank them later.
“Be sure to use your time wisely and use the resources avaliable to you!”
-Antoinette Newsome, Bu siness Administration, Caro lina Covenant Peer Mentor “Do you wan t to be known as the gener- ous type? Th en tr y to give hung ry upperclassm en some swipes :)”
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First year 101
‡ Summer of 2010 is almost complete! Whether today is your ÀUVW \HDU RI FROOHJH RU ODVW \HDU DW 81& \RX VKRXOG JHW SXPSHG up and excited about the enlightening journey that Carolina can provide. Put on your thinking caps, throw on your Carolina gear ‡ DQG PHHW VRPH RI \RXU IHOORZ 7DU +HHOV LQ WKH SLW ,I WKLV LV \RXU ÀUVW \HDU DW &DUROLQD , HQFRXUDJH \RX WR H[SORUH the campus on a warm, sunny afternoon to learn how to walk ‡ VSHHGLO\ ZLWKRXW WULSSLQJ RYHU WKH ´EULFN PRQVWHUV¾ KLQW SRRU LQIUDVWUXFWXUH RI SDYHPHQW &$87,21 %UHDWKH LQ VORZO\ DQG do not take advantage of the serenity of the atmosphere be- cause come August 24th the campus will be overcrowded and overwhelming‌be afraid‌be very afraid. Ok, all jokes aside. Although Carolina offers great challenges, it also offers great experience. Check out the side bar for some helpful tips on how to get off to a great start. ‡ 7R DOO RWKHU 81& VWXGHQWV WKH %ODFN ,QN ZRXOG OLNH WR WKDQN you for your continued support as we grow as a publication. So kick back, relax and look out for the next issue of the Black Ink magazine. Ebony Shamberger Black Ink, Copy Editor
Intro to Carolina Do not refer to yourself DV D ´IUHVKPDQ¾ EXW DV D ´ÀUVW \HDU¾ VWXGHQW \RX¡OO sound more informed). There’s a free peer tutoring program available to stu- GHQWV LQ 'H\ +DOO 8QLYHUVLW\ &DUHHU 6HUYLFHV ORFDWHG LQ +DQHV +DOO FRQ- sists of professionals that are equipped to teach you how to create a resume, get an internship or job, pre- pare for an interview and much more. If you need help with pa- pers you can make ap- pointments online at www.unc.edu/depts/wc- web for the Writing Cen- WHU ORFDWHG LQ 6$6% 1RUWK or Greenlaw
To the Transfer Students
From A Transfer’s Perspective‌ 7KLV WLPH D \HDU DJR , ZDV VWDUWLQJ P\ ÀUVW \HDU DW &DUROLQD 1R QRW DV DQ H[FLWHG IUHVKPDQ , was a nervous transfer student. In many ways, it felt like being a freshman again- the somewhat awkward orientation, freshman level classes, the frequent consulting of the campus map. At the same time, you can’t come ex- pecting it to be like freshman year. Transferring is somewhat different. I found that forming close friendships as a transfer takes more time and effort. Add in worrying about your credits transfer- ULQJ DQG KRSLQJ WR JUDGXDWH RQ WLPH DQG \RX ÀQG \RXUVHOI ZLWK DQ XQZHOFRPH EXUGHQ RQ WKH initial Carolina experience. %XW ZKHWKHU \RX DUH D ÀUVW \HDU RU D WUDQVIHU VWXGHQW JHWWLQJ LQYROYHG LV NH\ WR IHHOLQJ WKDW VHQVH RI EHORQJLQJ WKDW LV VR RIWHQ VRXJKW DIWHU 0\ ÀUVW &DUROLQD EDVNHWEDOO JDPH +DOORZHHQ RQ )UDQNOLQ 6WUHHW JDWKHULQJV LQ WKH 3LW DQG HYHQ P\ VWXG\ abroad in Spain this summer, were all experiences that made me feel like part of the Tar heel family. 6R IRU DOO WKH QHZ WUDQVIHUV KDQJ LQ WKHUH 6WDUWLQJ RYHU DQG DGDSWLQJ WR D QHZ environment is a process- it is never quick or easy, but it is so worth it. Alanna Smith Guest Writer
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A word from your Editors...
:HOFRPH %DFN )HOORZ 7DU +HHOV ² ROG DQG QHZ! )LUVW ,¡G OLNH WR ZHOFRPH \RX WR &KDSHO +LOO ZKHWK- HU WKLV LV \RXU Ă€UVW \HDU ZKDW¡V XS RU \RXU fourth (shout out to 2011) but no matter what year it LV LW ZLOO GHĂ€QLWHO\ EH D JUHDW RQH On a more serious note, this is my last Pre-ÂO is- VXH DQG P\ ODVW \HDU DW 81& ,W¡V FUD]\ WR WKLQN KRZ WLPH UHDOO\ GRHV Ă \ ZKHQ \RX¡UH KDYLQJ IXQ DQG experiencing new things. Carolina has given me some of best times of my life and I’ve met some of the greatest people whom I call my friends but I really consider family!
Week of Welcome (WOW) August 21: Target Back-to-School Express - 12:30 am pm 10 Bus Stops: Manning & Ridge Road, ll & Student We Old Union.
Also get ready for another great year from the Black Ink Magazine! We had a wonderful 40th anniversary last year and we have some amazing things planned for this year, so continue to support this movement of pen, paper and photos that we call the Black Ink.
August 23: Thinking I wish I knew about Carolina 4 pm - 5 pm Student Union
And this wouldn’t be complete without a special shout out to my senior FODVV RI :H PDGH LW ZH ÀQDOO\ PDGH LW WR WKLV PRQXPHQWDO \HDU DQG it’s going to be epic! I have really enjoyed sharing these past three years with you guys and I can’t wait to end our college careers with a bang!
Summer Reading Program Discussion 1 pm - 3pm Various locations on campus
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Heel Hunt 9 pm - 11 pm Begins as the SASB Plaza
Kirstin Garriss, Black Ink, Editor-Âin-ÂChief
Welcome to Carolina! )DOO 6HPHVWHU LV ÀQDOO\ KHUH DQG LW LV WLPH WR NLFN RII D QHZ \HDU DW Carolina! To the class of 2014 and transfer students - I hope that this issue has been an informative foundation for your entrance into the Carolina collegiate MRXUQH\ 7KLV 8QLYHUVLW\ KDV WKH DELOLW\ WR JLYH \RX VRPH RI WKH EHVW H[SHUL- ences of your life. So open your mind, explore your possibilities and re- member to never let anyone or anything box you in! For the returning students - welcome back! Black Ink would like to thank you for your unrelenting support, as we strive to uphold the success of this publication. We have so much in store for this year! And with your help we will FRQWLQXH WR UHSUHVHQW WKH %ODFN SUHVHQFH RQ 81&¡V FDPSXV through revolutionary and informative media. 6R IHOORZ 7DU +HHOV ERWK QHZ DQG ROG ZHOFRPH WR WKH +LOO DQG EH RQ WKH ORRN RXW IRU PRUH IURP %ODFN ,QN
August 25: Healthy Heels 6 pm - 8 pm mil Ha ton Hall 100 August 27: Blood Drive 11 am - 3:30 pm Student Union
Special Thanks Jeffrey Sullivan, BSM Central Committees & all other contributers
Brittany Johnson, Black Ink, Assistant Editor *This issue was funded in part by the Student Govenment at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill