The Xavier herald January 25- February 7, 2011 xavierherald.com Xavier University Of Louisiana Established in 1925 xavierherald.com ‘The Game’ begins Pg. 6 Miss Black and Gold pageant Pg. 8 WYOM Violence in Tucson affects locals Pg. 3 Silence filled Loyola University’s packed Roussel Hall as poet Nikki Giovanni transformed herself from a petite, 62-year old woman into a black teenager hanging out with his cousin, Emmett Till, 15, who was visiting from Chicago. The audience listened to the story of this smart-dressing, stocky young man known for being a prankster and braggart, despite his speech stutter. In moments, students attending the 25th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Week of Peace convocation Jan.19, 2011, in New Orleans traveled with Giovanni back to Aug. 28, 1955, and a grocery store in rural Mississippi. The audience of primarily young African American women and men sat on the edge of their seats, fully enveloped in Giovanni’s re- creation of Emmett Till’s murder. They listened to the horrific details of what led up to the young man’s brutal slaying—he was beaten, shot, his body chained to a cotton gin mill fan and dumped into the Tallahatchie River—and of the boy’s grief-stricken, defiant mother who demanded her son’s bloated, decomposed body be displayed at his funeral. Segregated, Deep South Giovanni appealed to the audience to remember the events of the past that helped pave the way to where we are as a nation today. She visibly slipped into character to tell the story that ignited the Civil Rights Movement: By Ariel Johnson Managing Editor A group of black teenage boys walked down the dusty streets of Money, Miss., to the grocery store where Emmett bought bubble gum and sweet- talked a white woman to show his cousins how Chicago folks get down. Emmett was a classy dressing boy from up North, who had no understanding of what it meant to be subservient to whites. He didn’t lower his head to avoid eye contact or say yes sir, yes ma’am, to whites. The night of his innocent prank, there were flashlights and loud knocks demanding Emmett’s great-uncle, Moses Wright, to release the boy—or everyone in the house would be killed. His great-uncle knew that night would be the last he saw his great-nephew. The white men took him, beat him, and Emmett’s screams were heard throughout the town. Once these men saw the horrendous results of their actions, they knew they had to get rid of the body. So they paid 10 cents to an old black worker who wouldn’t ask any questions to find them a Poet’s story brings Emmett Till to life MLK Week of Peace Convocation After her son, Emmett, 15, was murdered in Mississippi in August 1955, Mamie Till demanded an open-casket funeral, “So the world can see what they did to my boy.” The shocking sight ignited the Civil Rights Movement. cotton gin mill fan. The men tied it around his neck and dumped Emmett Till into the Tallahatchie River in hopes that no one would discover what they did. Unfortunately for them, the fan just wasn’t heavy enough and his corpse was discovered, with one eye gouged out, his head split by the blow of an ax, and his body swollen beyond recognition from three days floating in the Tallahatchie. Emmett’s mother, Mamie Till, recognized her boy, lowered her head in sorrow, and had his body shipped by train from Mississippi to Chicago. She initiated the biggest Civil Rights demonstration of the time by holding an open-casket funeral, “So the world can see what they did to my boy.” This spring, the QEP Read Today, Lead Tomorrow project is putting cash on the line for students, faculty or staff who belong to or join a book club. To be recognized, a group must meet regularly to discuss the club’s book selection—and turn in a participation report to the QEP office to document who attends the meetings and when. AWARDS • A $100 gift certificate to a local restaurant goes to the FIRST THREE book clubs to form and meet to discuss a book. • The student, faculty or staff member who attends the most book club meetings will be in- cluded in a raffle for one of three KINDLES. • A $200 gift certificate to a local book store will be awarded to the most active book club or the most read book club. More information is on the QEP web site: http://read.xula.edu/learn/qep.php Book clubs eligible for CA$H Reward$ Sophomore Shelby Haynes and Xavier’s team took home the winning prize after sweeping the judges and audience with their energetic and precise step routine against Loyola during the MLK Week of Peace step-off Jan. 21 at Loyola. Nikki Giovanni I. JOHNSON A. MERCADEL
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‘The Game’ beginsPg. 6
Miss Black and Gold pageantPg. 8
WYOMViolence in Tucson affects locals Pg. 3
Silence filled Loyola University’s packed Roussel Hall as poet Nikki Giovanni transformed herself from a petite, 62-year old woman into a black teenager hanging out with his cousin, Emmett Till, 15, who was visiting from Chicago. The audience listened to the story of this smart-dressing, stocky young man known for being a prankster and braggart, despite his speech
stutter. In moments, students attending the 25th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Week of Peace convocation Jan.19, 2011, in New Orleans traveled with Giovanni back to Aug. 28, 1955, and a grocery store in rural Mississippi. The audience of primarily young African American women and men sat on the edge of their seats, fully enveloped in Giovanni’s re-creation of Emmett Till’s murder.They listened to the horrific details of what led up to the young man’s brutal slaying—he was beaten, shot, his body chained to
a cotton gin mill fan and dumped into the Tallahatchie River—and of the boy’s grief-stricken, defiant mother who demanded her son’s bloated, decomposed body be displayed at his funeral.
Segregated, Deep South
Giovanni appealed to the audience to remember the events of the past that helped pave the way to where we are as a nation today. She visibly slipped into character to tell the story that ignited the Civil Rights Movement:
By Ariel JohnsonManaging Editor
A group of black teenage boys walked down the dusty streets of Money, Miss., to the grocery store where Emmett bought bubble gum and sweet-talked a white woman to show his cousins how Chicago folks get down. Emmett was a classy dressing boy from up North, who had no understanding of what it meant to be subservient to whites. He didn’t lower his head to avoid eye contact or say yes sir, yes ma’am, to whites. The night of his innocent prank, there were flashlights and loud knocks demanding Emmett’s great-uncle, Moses Wright, to release the boy—or everyone in the house would be killed. His great-uncle knew that night would be the last he saw his great-nephew. The white men took him, beat him, and Emmett’s screams were heard throughout the town. Once these men saw the horrendous results of their actions, they knew they had to get rid of the body. So they paid 10 cents to an old black worker who wouldn’t ask any questions to find them a
Poet’s story brings Emmett Till to lifeMLK Week of Peace Convocation
After her son, Emmett, 15, was murdered in Mississippi in August 1955, Mamie Till demanded an open-casket funeral, “So the world can see what they did to my boy.” The shocking sight ignited the Civil Rights Movement.
cotton gin mill fan. The men tied it around his neck and dumped Emmett Till into the Tallahatchie River in hopes that no one would discover what they did. Unfortunately for them, the fan just wasn’t heavy enough and his corpse was discovered, with one eye gouged out, his head split by the blow of an ax, and his body swollen beyond recognition from three days floating in the Tallahatchie. Emmett’s mother, Mamie Till, recognized her boy, lowered her head in sorrow, and had his body shipped by train from Mississippi to Chicago. She initiated the biggest Civil Rights demonstration of the time by holding an open-casket funeral, “So the world can see what they did to my boy.”
This spring, the QEP Read Today, Lead Tomorrow project is putting cash on the line for students, faculty or staff who belong to or join a book club. To be recognized, a group must meet regularly to discuss the club’s book selection—and turn in a participation report to the QEP office to document who attends the meetings and when.
AWARDS• A $100 gift certificate to a local restaurant goes to the FIRST THREE book clubs to form and
meet to discuss a book.• The student, faculty or staff member who attends the most book club meetings will be in-
cluded in a raffle for one of three KINDLES.• A $200 gift certificate to a local book store will be awarded to the most active book club or
the most read book club.
More information is on the QEP web site: http://read.xula.edu/learn/qep.php
What Did You Read This Summer?
Photo by Jason Todd
Charisse Graham ’12 The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
Are you looking for something new to read?
Join a book club: Book clubs are forming now. You can visit our website to see active groups. If you don’t see one that looks interesting to you, you can start your own. All you need is a few like-minded people. Be sure to register your club with the QEP Office.
Participate in our shared reading: Pick up a copy of Tracy Kidder’s Mountains Beyond Mountains and learn about Dr. Paul Farmer’s mission to cure the world. Ask people around campus what they think of Farmer’ work; chances are they’ve read the book too.
Visit http://read.xula.edu for more suggestions.
Visit our website: read.xula.edu Find us on Facebook: xula.qep
Follow us on Twitter: @xula_qep
QEP Office, LRC 407, 520-5353
Photo by Jason Todd
Stequita Hankton ’11 Midnight by Sister Souljah
Photo by Jason Todd
Cedric Clemons ’13 The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare
Photo by Irving Johnson III
Dr. Norman Francis Mirror to America by John Hope Franklin
Photo by Jason Todd
Corneisha McCorkle ’12 Interview with a Vampire by Anne Rice
Photo by Pete Souza
Pres. Barack Obama Freedom by Jonathan Franzen
Book clubs eligible for CA$H Reward$
Sophomore Shelby Haynes and Xavier’s team took home the winning prize after sweeping the judges and audience with their energetic and precise step routine against Loyola during the MLK Week of Peace step-off Jan. 21 at Loyola.
Nikki Giovanni I. JOHNSON
A. MERCADEL
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XU L.E.A.D.S.The XU L.E.A.D.S. student leadership development program kicks off TUESDAY (Jan. 25). Students interested in running for campus leadership positions and joining the Peer Dean Associa-tion must have leadership certi-fication; however, the program is open to all students who are in-terested in building and strength-ening their leadership skills. Sign up is in the University Center, Room 316. Contact David Lewis at 520-5133 for more info.
Testing the Core CurriculumJuniors and Seniors! The univer-sity needs your help in assessing the effectiveness of our Core Cur-riculum. Volunteers are needed on TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY (Jan. 25-26) to take an exam cov-ering one of the basic elements of the core. Students can choose either day. Tests begin at 5:30 p.m.; registration is in the NCF Atrium, immediately prior to the test. Volunteers will be rewarded with food and door prizes (in-cluding the chance to win one of two Netbook computers and ten $50 gift certificates.
CIC Big 10 DayRecruiters from select Big 10 schools will be on campus THURSDAY (Jan. 27) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Univer-sity Center Ballroom to discuss summer research opportunities, graduate admissions and funding opportunities. For more info visit the Office of Graduate Place-ment, Xavier South Room 414, or call 520-7633.
Student Research Journal SubmissionsXULAneXUS, the university’s online undergraduate research journal is now accepting sub-missions for Volume 8, Issue 2 (to be published in April 2011). Students who have recently com-pleted artistic projects, papers, and/or research projects are es-pecially encouraged to submit their work. The deadline is Feb. 11. An informational session for interested students will be held FRIDAY (Jan. 27) at 12:15 in the University Center, Room 205C. For more info contact Dr. Ross Louis at [email protected], call 520-5103 or visit the journal web site.
MHIRT Program Accepting ApplicationsThe Tulane-Xavier Minority Health International Research Training (MHIRT) Program pro-
vides short-term (10-12 weeks) research training opportunities for minority students interested in a career in international health re-search. The application deadline is FRIDAY (Jan. 28).
GRE WorkshopAre you considering graduate school? Are you unsure about the GRE? If so, you may consider enrolling in this semester’s GRE Workshop. The Office of Gradu-ate Placement provides a GRE prep course at a cost of only $100 for XU students. The deadline to sign up is FRIDAY (Jan. 28). Course begins SATURDAY (Jan. 29). For more info visit Xavier South Room 414 or call 520-7633.
Go Red!National Wear Red Day is Feb. 4. Please join the Office of Student Health Services to raise aware-ness in the fight against heart disease in women by wearing something red. For more info call 520-7396.
Southern University Law CenterSouthern University Law Cen-ter will host its 18th annual Pre-Law Day Feb. 4. The Office of Graduate Placement will provide transportation to and from Baton Rouge so that potential law stu-dents can tour the campus and meet with faculty & staff. Spots are limited. For more info visit Xavier South Room 414 or call 520-7633.
Late Night Scripture SeriesThe Office of Campus Ministry will offer a Late Night Scrip-ture Series “Blacks in the Sacred Scripture" every Friday during Black History Month at 7 p.m. in the Chapel. Topics include: Feb. 4 – “Single Parent Dilemma"; Feb 11 – “Call It What It Is: Racism"; Feb. 18 – “Crossroads Decision"; and Feb. 25 – “Victory Testimony at a Parade." The Rev. Fernand Cheri, XU Chaplin and Director of Campus Ministry, will be the presenter.
NOAA Undergraduate ScholarshipsThe National Oceanic and Atmo-spheric Administration is offering scholarships and internships to undergraduate students majoring in a variety of NOAA mission disciplines (including the physi-cal and social sciences, educa-tion, mathematics, engineering, etc.) Application deadlines for both are approaching fast.
On Jan. 12, 2010, the county of Haiti was hit by a devastating earthquake that killed more than 220,000 people, injured 300,000, and left 1.5 million homeless. To mark the one-year anniversary, Xavier held “A Day of Remembrance,” beginning with an afternoon Mass at the campus chapel, a moment of silence at 3:53 p.m. (CST) the time the earthquake hit Haiti, a rap session/open mic in the University Center, and a screening of the film, “Sugar Babies,” with a Q & A segment with the director Amy Serrano. Here at Xavier, Dr. Pamela R. Franco, the Executive Associate in the Office of Academic Affairs, is at the forefront of many projects dealing with the recovery of Haiti. Dr. Franco not only helped set up the day of events at Xavier Jan. 12, but is an on-going force on campus when it comes to helping Haitians and keeping alive the reasons why “Haiti matters.” She started the “Haiti Cherie” project, to which Xavierites have donated more than $16,000, with monies going to the Haitian Association
for Human Development of New Orleans, Yele Haiti, and Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament—all of which are working in Haiti.Last summer, Dr. Franco worked in Haiti with Dr. Charles Rene of the AHDH, who lead a medical mission to the struggling nation. She pointed out that a cholera epidemic has increased the urgent needs for the suffering population. A year later, desperation remains. Haiti matters “not because whether or not I’m from there, or belong there, or if I have some connection to Haiti, but because it’s such a tragedy,” Dr. Franco said. In an effort to continue educating Xavierites about Haiti, the recent day of remembrance ended with the screening of the documentary, “Sugar Babies,” and the chance to meet director Amy Serrano. “Because of our shared humanity it all matters,” Serrano said of Haiti and its peoples’ struggles. “And if there is one person hurting in the world, then at some level we all hurt.” Her documentary sheds light on the issues of the human trafficking of Haitians to the Dominican Republic, which has been a major issue for many years. Around 30,000 Haitians—many children—are trafficked
every year to the Dominican Republic to work for large sugar production corporations. Even though a year has passed since the earthquake, Haiti still faces enormous difficulties. For more information, contact Dr. Franco in the Office of Academic Affairs located on the 2nd floor of the Administration Building, or visit the “Haiti Cherie” postings on the university web site, www.xula.edu/mediarelations/haitirelief.
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WhaT’S oN your miNd?
By Brooke AdamsStaff Writer
A gunman seriously wounded Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and 12 others outside of a grocery store in Tucson, Ariz., on Jan. 8. Six people were killed, including U.S. District Judge John Roll and 9-year-old Christina Taylor-Green. Since then, how has this affected you knowing that violence can strike anyone,
anywhere, at anytime?
Valerie Davis, Senior, Speech Pathology
Jasmine Jasper, Junior, Chemistry Pre-Pharmacy
Sobia Arshad, Junior, Biology Pre-Med
Jaime Johnston, Freshman, Chemistry Pre-Pharmacy
Akasa Thomas, Junior, Sociology
Meghan Omofomwan, Senior, Biology Pre-Med
Averi Matthews, Freshman, Art/Psychology
Dudley Grady, Junior, Mass Communication
“I know that tragedy happens everyday. Innocent people are getting killed because of a selfish act. While living in New Orleans, everyone needs to be aware. My friend, Mariah Woods, was killed recently due to a violent act. People are here one day and gone the next. Life can change within seconds and people take it for granted. Tell people you love them everyday because you never know if they will be here tomorrow.”
“The situation that happen in Arizona has made me think twice about going out. I am not scared, but more aware and cautious. Giffords was giving an address just like a what is on your mind type of setting. This has showed me that anything can happen in a community. I will start approaching situations differently and I hope others will do the same.”
“The shooting in Tucson has made me more aware of my surroundings. While living in New Orleans I make sure that people know where I am at all times. I also make sure they know when I will be returning. I carry my cell phone everywhere I go in case of an emergency. If I ever have to get gas, I do it in the morning. It is just the little things I will incorporate in my lifestyle, and make sure I am not put in positions by myself and that I am in a safe situation.”
“I have always been aware of my surroundings. I feel that the extreme act of violence should not have made people realize how important it is to be aware of crime. The geographic location should not make your awareness of crime go up or down. People are living on edge due to the economy, unemployment, and anything else that can affect someone. No one is off the radar because anything can happen to anyone anywhere.”
“I feel that a person cannot really do anything about the situation. I know that it sucks that people are losing their lives due to violent acts and that you have to look around and be safe. A person cannot say I am not going out because someone is going to shoot me. Everyone is living in an open world, and anything can happen. People just need to be aware, and know what to do if something like this situation in Tucson happens here.”
“I believe that violence has become a major aspect of concerning today’s society. People’s lives are constantly being taken and for what? I feel it is because territory and the ‘he says, she says’ stuff. I think it is because of the lack of communication.”
“The shooting in Tucson has had a huge impact on me. When hearing of the news I was in disbelief. It was terrifying to think that this could happen at a very peaceful public event. The saddest part for me was that innocent people had to lose their lives. The tragedy has caused me to become more apprehensive of my surroundings. The question I keep asking myself is what can be done to make sure something like this never happens again.”
“Honestly I really do not go out much. I stay inside most of the time and when I do go out I am well aware of my surroundings. I only go out to certain places, and when I do it is with a group of friends. The group I always hang with is my close friends and I know everything about them.”
The American Colonization Society founded Liberia in the mid-1800s. The colony gave former slaves from America freedom, equality, and opportunities to flourish. As a result of its connection to the U.S., the Liberian flag closely resembles America’s, Quinn said. Quinn said the Liberian people were very friendly and many lounged in the streets because there is little employment. Most of the people he met were entrepreneurs or officials who had a sense of giving back and helping to rebuild the country. He said they are conscious about creating jobs using the country’s natural resources, such as oil, rubber, and iron.
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After a civil war that lasted 14 years and left behind devastation, the Republic of Liberia is still struggling. Xavier University Division of Business professor Mark Quinn joined a 22-person delegation that witnessed the destruction and recovery of this African nation during a visit Dec. 4-19. The exchange was part of a leadership development program to assist Liberian entrepreneurs and educators at the University of Liberia in Monrovia, to develop business plans to help the country move forward. “The delegation was able to explore business opportunities and experience the challenges of a country transitioning from war to a stable, democratic society,” Quinn said. “This trip kindled
an interest in helping to create an economic opportunity in a developing country that has numerous ties to the United States.” Quinn, director of Xavier’s Entrepreneurship Institute, explained that Monika Olivier, President of the Baton Rouge Center for World Affairs, introduced him to the organizers. By utilizing her international exchange expertise, Olivier connected Quinn with Liberian entrepreneurs, and in return, Xavier hosted a meeting Sept. 30. That meeting led to Quinn’s participation in the exchange trip.
Bare-bones infrastructure Under the leadership of Liberia President Ellen Johnson, water and electricity
are being restored and schools are being built in the nation, Quinn said. However, education is sparse, unemployment is high, the government is in disarray, and everyday needs are limited. Quinn believes that if these issues are addressed it will enable the country to capitalize on its resources and provide economic opportunity to its citizens. “I received a first-hand look at the devastation of a civil war, of the cultural richness of this West African country, and of the opportunities and challenges of a developing country. My colleagues and I plan to work with some of the local small businesses here and create businesses there to help strengthen the economic system. Once Liberia can find good, honest leaders to implement the programs needed to restore the country, that’ll open the doors for improvements ,” Quinn said. The trip marked Quinn’s first visit to Liberia. He said he expected to find dense jungles, but instead discovered
DB professor finds poverty,hope during visit to Liberia
By Cierra StovallStaff Writer
vast rain forests. And instead of well-developed communities, he witnessed an impoverished, struggling population in Monrovia, Liberia’s capital, and surrounding villages. “The airport is out in the country with few tall buildings surrounding it. It isn’t developed as much as it is here. The streets of downtown [Monrovia] are filled with potholes. It is very congested and cluttered. The streets are total chaos,” Quinn explained. “Walking along the tarmac leaving the airport, I noticed the Liberian flag. It’s almost identical to the American flag, with the exception of their one star. You see the red stripes but then look around and realize that it isn’t America,” he said.
The group with Liberia Minister of Commerce Miata Beysolow (center in blue).
The Liberian flag is similar to the U.S. flag.
A rural marketplace features handmade goods.
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arTS & eNTerTaiNmeNT
Raven Foster, and other Class of 2012
members host the watch party and serve
Mia Holmes and Jerlicia Gooden, Junior, Bio/Pre-med majors, prepare to watch the show.
Sophomores Winston Evans and DaReek Parker
watch the show.
(l-r) Eboni Hooper, junior Bio Pre-Med; Venita
Uzowulu, sophomore, Art; and Vivian Uzowulu,
sophomore, Bio-Premed.
Armani Patterson, freshman, Sociology; Jerod Hairston, freshman, Biology; and Courtney Wilson, freshman, Sociology leaving after “The Game” watch party.
“The Game” is a dramedy sitcom starring Tia Mowry as Melanie Barnett, a medical student who follows her boyfriend, NFL player Derwin Davis (Pooch Hall) to San Diego to play for the Sabers. The series follows the couple as they experience the world of professional football. The Game co-stars teammates Jason Pitts (Colby Bell) and his ex-wife, Kelly Pitts (Brittany Daniels) with their relationship, drama and Malik Wright (Hosea Sanchez), and his mother/manager Tasha Mack (Wendy Raquel Robinson). You can catch the game every Tuesday on BET at 9 p.m.
Photos by Ruston Henry
The
Game
By Rabiat SarakiStaff Writer
After being off the air for over two years, the popular hit series, "The Game" returned to BET with a bang! According to the Nielson Company, the season opener, with 7.7 million viewers, was ranked as the #1 biggest opener in cable history for a scripted series! The show also made history by being the first scripted series to be taken off the air and brought back due to popular demand. The CW network cancelled the show in May 2009. BET listened to outraged fans who wrote letters and signed petitions demanding the show's revival. The new "GAME" premiered Jan.11 to a huge number of eager fans. Upon a lot of speculation that the ratings may not have been high due to people congregating together to watch the premiere (as opposed to alone on separate TVs), the season opener proved to be a success. Xavier students packed the campus at a watch party in the UC ballroom, while off campus students held private watch parties across the city. We’ll see if BET’s gamble on “The Game” pays off.
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Miguel “All I Want Is You” Nicki Minaj “Pink Friday” By Dudley C. Grady
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Known for her witty, versatile, and sometimes playful lyrics, CashMoney/YoungMoney artist Nicki Minaj has solidified her place in hip-hop with the release of her debut album, “Pink Friday.” Prior to releasing the platinum selling album, Minaj was featured on hits with everyone from Mariah Carey to Trey Songz. However, since the release of “Pink Friday,” Minaj can credit herself for selling over a million records with songs like “Right Through Me,” “Moment 4 Life” and the highly controversial “Roman’s Revenge.” The album is a hip-hop album but also samples the styles of pop and R&B, which is evident in songs like “Fly” featuring singer Rihanna, and “Check It Out” featuring producer Will I Am. Minaj connects with listeners by sharing private and intimate moments of her life from childhood
up into her adult years. She plays with her vocals a bit and switches between rapping and singing on songs like “Dear Old Nicki” and “Blazin” featuring Kanye West. Minaj toned down her animated and raw lyrics with this album and allows listeners a front row seat to the stage play that is her life. With the many accolades she received from “Pink Friday,” she is well on her way to taking her throne as the reigning Queen of hip-hop. “Pink Friday” is available in stores.
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Contemporary male R&B has been a dying genre, simply because the lines between pop and R&B have been blurred. Not too many have been innovative recently in their approach like newcomer Miguel. Hailing from Los Angeles, Calif., Miguel has taken over the airwaves with the hit single and album title track, “All I Want Is You” (featuring J.Cole). After writing for artists like Usher and Musiq Soulchild, Miguel is ready for some shine of his own. His sound is one of funk, R&B, rock, hip-hop, and electronic, painted with acoustic guitars and synths. Some of the album’s strongest tracks include “Sure Thing” and “My Piece.” Although not
the strongest vocalist, Miguel is able to share what he says are true stories, while using his own unique style. There are a couple of tracks that may go over the listener’s head, but Miguel doesn’t compromise, and stays true to his artistry. In doing so, he composes a solid debut. Miguel is definitely an artist to watch.
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Miss Black and Gold Pageant
Master and Mistress of Ceremony, Xavier Semien and Chante' Calais.
Miss Black and Gold 2011, Jessica Joseph, junior, elementary education major from Humble, Texas.
Pageant contestants Sandi Lewanika, Rosalyn Kent, Ariel Johnson (Miss Black 2011), Chante’ Calais (Miss Black and Gold 2010), Jessica Joseph (Miss Black and Gold 2011), Dominique Gabriel (Miss Gold 2011), Kayla Steen, along with members of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
Students Kourtney Shelby, chemistry pre-pharmacy, junior; Whitney McGruder, business man-agement, junior; Joy Webb, English, junior; and Renee Ombaba, junior, from Jackson State University, support contestants in the 2011 Miss Black and Gold pageant.
Photos by Jimmie Johnson and Ruston Henry
Members of the Beta Tau Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., hosted the 2011 Annual Miss Black and Gold Scholarship pageant Jan. 18 in the UC Ballroom.
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McNair Scholars
The Office of Graduate of Placement is in search of
Requirements:Requirements: Xavier Student (Sophomore or Junior )
Desires to attain a Ph.D. Underrepresented Pell Grant eligible
Maintains a 2.75 GPA or higher
Application deadline: Tuesday, March 15
Contact:
Office of Graduate Placement 504-520-7633
Xavier South Room 414 www.xula.edu.gradstar
Benefits include: Travel Paid Research ($2,800) GRE Workshops
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intensive prep course seeking to prepare you for the GRE.
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C.I.C. Institutes Graduate School and Summer Research
Representatives from the Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP), a collaboration of the nations top research programs will be, recruiting for
their 2011 programs.
Indiana University Michigan State University Northwestern University Ohio State University Pennsylvania State University Purdue University
University of Chicago University of Illinois University of Iowa University of Michigan University of Minnesota University of Wisconsin
Contact: Office of Graduate Placement
504-520-7633 Xavier South Room 414
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SPorTS
For Gold Rush Head Coach Dannton Jackson, the 2011 sea-son has been filled with much success, and a winning record—one that has the team pushing harder to keep it that way, and fans still raving about their 13-0 winning streak earlier this sea-son. After last season’s lackluster performances and the team’s 18-13 overall record, Jackson feels that personality and recruitment, healthy players, and good atti-tudes are the differences that con-tribute to this season’s outstand-ing 17-2 start. “We’re a lot bigger as a team,” Jackson said. “Some of our younger guys had some experi-ence. Also the recruiting class came in and really upgraded us as well. The second thing, of course, is being healthy. The third thing is the attitude of our team and the
experience we’ve had from last year.” The Gold Rush entered con-ference play Saturday, Jan. 22. Although some teams in the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference have joined different conferences, the new teams that have been add-ed don’t change the conference schedule much from last season’s. The bulk of the team’s strength comes from recruited players, transfers and veteran leaders. With Alfred Williams entering his second year as assistant coach, Jackson feels that his leadership also keeps the players on track. Jackson has also brought in for-mer Gold Rush players and recent graduates Dannie Woods, Landon Bussie and Ryan DeRousselle for additional help. “It’s been a tremendous blessing for us,” Jackson said. “They’re able to really get into practice and demonstrate, show guys and coach because they’ve been through the program. It’s exciting
and really fun to have them.” As for preparation, Jackson says that the most important thing to remember is taking the sea-son one game at a time. Jackson concentrates on defense intensity, which is one of the team’s major strengths. The team also practices hard, and uses previous games to prepare for upcoming conference games. “Our guys have done a good job as far as the way we get ready for games,” Jackson said. “We don’t let one player outshine an-other player. As a whole, every-body has to play well and do their jobs for us to be successful.” Jackson feels confident about the remainder of the season, but reminds everyone there is still the rest of the season to be played. “You can’t get too excited,” Jackson said. “You have to stay in the middle of the road because our journey is long. The race is not to the swift, but to the one who endures to the end.”
Last season, the Gold Nug-gets kept the campus abuzz during every home game. Eager support-ers with colorful signs cheering for the team could be spotted at almost every game. Winning was their forte, which yielded a flaw-less 18-0 conference record. This season, Head Coach Bo Browder and the Nuggets are ready to en-ter conference play with the same aggression, intensity, and enthusi-asm as last season. The Nuggets, 16-4, entered conference play Jan. 22 and are dealing with a relatively new team since last season. “We’re dealing with players who haven’t really played to-gether a lot,” Browder says. “We thought we’d have a lot experi-ence. We had one freshman on the team last year. Now, we’ve had up to four freshmen and one upper-classman on the court together.”
Through these adversities, Browder still expresses his confi-dence in the team, acknowledging the fact that the team is working together and getting the job done at the right time. Browder credits the whole team, but specifically junior center Keldra Hall, a trans-fer student from Dallas, Texas, as a contributing factor of the team’s success. “Keldra has really made a major statement,” Browder said. “It’s sometimes difficult for ju-nior college transfer students to make the major adjustments in the classroom and on the court, but she has made the biggest im-pact.” Browder says that the players may feel some level of pressure because of what was dubbed last year’s “perfect season.” “I think they’re trying to re-spond and make sure they don’t let the alumni down and make sure the program doesn’t back-step,” Browder said. “They un-derstand the tradition and they want to keep the tradition going.
They don’t want to let Xavier down with it being one of the better (athletic) programs in the South.” As far as topping last year’s season, Browder is familiar with the difficulty level of conference games. He feels good about the team, and isn’t afraid to try for another winning season. “I feel like our team has jelled, and we’re jelling at the right time,” Browder said. “We should have an excellent conference re-cord. But with us having such a young team, we might play out-standing one night, and fall the next. The bottom line is, we’re going to give it a shot. Each year brings on different challenges.” As Browder concentrates on the rest of the season, he com-pares his overview of the team to a song. “My philosophy of the team reminds me of this Mary J. Blige song,” Browder laughed. “We’re not everything we’re going to be right now, just understand we’re all just a work in progress.”
Gold Rush, Gold Nuggets relish season’s successes
After last year’s perfect 18-0 GCAC season, Gold Nuggets hope to repeat
By Maya JonesSports Editor
By Maya JonesSports Editor
Men’s team is having a stellar season, overcoming last year’s setbacks
Ashley McGill cuts around the defender.
Coach Browder advises his team.
Kevin Miller dribbles down court.
Anthony Simmons blocks Loyola opponent.
Photos by Alyssa Mercadel, Ruston Henry and Jimmie Johnson
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healTh & FiTNeSS
Be honest. Are you one of the millions of people who made a New Year’s resolution to get a grip on your lifestyle, get healthy, and STAY that way? Well, how you think can have a great impact on your journey to a healthier lifestyle. Sister Jean Marie Craig, an aerobics instructor at Xavier University, has educated hun-dreds of students throughout her teaching career. When asked what simple steps stu-dents can take for a healthier lifestyle, she said, “The first step is you have to get really serious. You have to really want to be healthy.” You can’t just think it; you have to really want to change.
Editor’s Note: The Herald’s new Health & Fitness column will provide simple, practical, DOABLE tips to help you stay—or get—on track and keep your new life resolutions. Staff writer Mylinh Hoang began her own fitness quest Jan. 1. Hoang will share pointers, using guidance from aerobics instructor Sister Jean Marie Craig, who for decades has taught hundreds of Xavierites aerobics, and Medical Director Dr. Robert Mercadel. Send healthy ideas to [email protected].
By Mylinh HoangStaff Writer
Dr. Robert Mercadel, an XU graduate and university medi-cal director, said, “You have to see the big picture. With new year’s resolutions, people see the goal; they have to see the overall process.” He means you can’t wake up one day and say to yourself, “I want to lose 50 pounds.” You have to assess yourself. Observe your lifestyle and make a note of your actions and change those habits. Ask yourself: What do I want to be like 10 years from today? You may be 10 years older, but there is no reason you cannot be healthier. Ac-cording to the web site, “Live Strong,” the younger you start exercising, the better. When you’re younger, you make it a habit and you are more likely to continue as you get older.
Start an “Honesty Entry"For one week, keep a log of what your average day is like from the moment you wake up to the time you go to bed.• What and when you eat• What you drink• Where you walk• How often you take the stairs• How often you take an elevator
Healthy ‘new life resolutions’ begin with honest assessment
More students take the elevator when going to class. A way to incorporate a healthier lifestyle is by taking the stairs.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED ITKappa Centennial Celebration
MLK Day of Service
Dillard junior Juan Serano and Xavier junior Louis Harvey greet one another.
Kappas from all over the city gathered on Jan. 5 in the UC to celebrate 100 years of achievement.
Lawrence Jackson, junior, and Jared Romance, senior, stroll with other fraternity members through the UC.
Josh Butler and Justin Williams, members of the Beta Iota Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.
Chris Holloway and Asia Matthews beautify the Holt Cemetery.
(l-r) Celeste Edwards and Breyaun Robinson remove weeds from from the cemetery.
Terrence Arkansas pulls weeds and broken branches.
Photos by Alyssa MercadelStudents sign MLK Day of Service image.
