the blue & white flash october 24, 2013

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During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, many individuals at Jackson State University join the fight to encourage prevention, detection, and treatment for breast cancer patients as well as survivors.

The JSU Welcome Center presented a Breast Cancer Awareness Seminar on Oct. 22, 2013. Tracie Wade, the guest speaker and a STRIDES Recruiter for the American Cancer Society thinks that raising awareness about breast cancer will help patients to be better equipped to fight back against the disease.

“Breast Cancer is the most common cancer that women may face in their lifetime. It can occur at any age, but the risk goes up for women over the age of 40. Because of certain factors,

some women may have a greater chance of having breast cancer than others. But every woman should know about breast cancer and what can be done to cure it,” said Wade.

She added: “October is a busy month for the American Cancer Society; we strive to recognize every cancer patient and to celebrate their successful trials of surviving one of the deadliest diseases in America. I lost my aunt and grandmother to the disease, so this month is personal and special to me.”

Wade indicated that the American Cancer Society helps the lives of people fighting cancer every day. The American Cancer Society helps people find answers to their questions about breast cancer by calling 1-800-227-2345 and visiting cancer.org, having transportation for cancer patients who need to receive treatment, and by raising funds to research for new

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JSU joins the fight against breast cancer with various activities

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treatment options and potential cancer breakthroughs.

Wade also talked about the importance of conducting self breast exams, annual doctor appointments, and mammograms. Breast exams should be conducted either by a doctor or nurse every three years for women in their 20’s and 30’s, and every year for women over 40. Self breast exams are also very important for women and knowing how their breast normally looks and feels will help in early detection by reporting any changes to a doctor right away.

Gwen Caples, the director of the JSU Welcome Center thought the seminar was informative and helpful for JSU but also the community.

“It’s important for JSU to participate this month by showing interest and care to the

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Jackson State honors breast cancer survivors with a pink fountain.

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JSU celebrates proud history at annual Founder’s DayMark BraboyNews Editor

Today, Jackson State University will honor its past, present, and future with the 136th Annual Founders’ Day Convocation and Bell Ringing Ceremony: “One JSU: Higher Purpose, Higher Expectations, Higher Outcomes” at 9:50 a.m. on the Gibbs-Green Pedestrian Walkway.

Keynote speaker for the event will be JSU alumnae and Weather Channel Meteorologist, Vivian Brown. Brown, a native of Jackson, Miss., graduated from Jackson State in 1986 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Meteorology and joined the Weather Channel soon after. She was also a member of the track team with a full scholarship and earned

her place into the JSU Sports Hall of Fame. She currently co-hosts “Day Planner” on the Weather Channel every Monday through Friday from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Hillard Lackey, Associate Professor of Urban Higher Education and the fi rst employee under President John A. Peoples, strongly believes that it is important for JSU students to know their past in order to carry on the legacy of the University.

“The world is in agreement that your history determines, to a large extent, what your present and your future is going to be. So we need to imbue ourselves with Jackson State history in order for us to understand who we are and where we’re trying to go. Everything has antecedence and without antecedence we

can’t deal with the present and we surely can’t mold futures. So we want our students to be deeply imbued and immersed in this culture of Jackson State University so they can perpetuate the university because, they become the future,” said Lackey.

He added: “Those of us who are now on the stage, we’re going to move on and we want them to take the stage. So when that time comes they will know what they’re doing, that they are carrying on what was started; our heritage, our legacy, and our core values will persist.”

Natasha King, a senior English major from Jackson,

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SCOTTSBORO BOYS EXHIBIT

From Nov. 11th until Dec. 13th The Margaret Walker Center along with the Goldring/Woldenberg Institute of Southern Jewish Life (ISJL) and the Mississippi Humanities Council will be hosting “The Scottsboro Boys: Outside the Protective Circle of Humanity” exhibit. It will be displayed in the Johnson Hall art gallery.

MISSISSIPPI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVALJSU and the

Mississippi Film institute present the 4th Annual Mississippi International Film Festival at the Davis Planetarium located on 201 E Pascagoula St., Oct. 25-27, 2013. For more information, visit www.msfilm.org.

“SO YOU THINK YOU CAN WRITE”

CONTESTThe English honor

society Sigma Tau Delta will be holding its “So You Think You Can Write” writing contest for a chance to be published in a literary journal. Participants can submit poems, short stories, academic essays, and rap. All entries are $2 and must be submitted by Nov. 15th

JSU VS. PVAM FOOTBALL GAME

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network will be streaming JSU vs. PVAM football game live this Saturday at 3pm. Fans can access it on www.jsums.edu and there will be a chat room available.

VETERAN’S DAY The JSU Welcome

Center, Veteran’s Center, Barber Shop, and Hair Studio are partnering to offer services to Jackson State veterans and military students on Veteran’s Day, November 11. The barber

shop will offer free haircuts from 8 a.m. – Noon. The Hair Studio is offering a 20% discount from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.). All veterans and military students must present their military I.D. for service. Check with the Veterans Center regarding other Veteran’s Day activities.

CAREGIVING IN THE 21ST CENTURY

The School of Social Work in the College of Public Service is hosting a workshop on caregiving. The event will be held on November 18 at the Mississippi e-Center at JSU, California Room from 8:30 a.m. -3:30 p.m. Fees for social workers and other professionals are $65.00. Fees for students with ID are $20.00. Participants will receive 6.0 continuing education hours. For information, contact Dr. Theresia Ratliff at 601-432-6818.

CAREERS IN STUDENT AFFAIRS

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Student Life staff will sponsor a forum on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 in the Student Center Room 3213, from 12 -1:30 p.m. to inform students about ways to pursue a career in student affairs.

Panelists will share information regarding colleges and universities that offer master degrees in college student personnel, higher education, and/or student affairs administration. In addition, they will share their experiences as a graduate student as well as their assistantship and practicum experiences. Refreshments will be served. To RSVP for this event, please contact Ms. Pamela Mitchell at Pamela Mitchell at [email protected] or 601.979.2329.

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Compiled by Crystal Killingsworth

“Why should knowing your body be important to you?”

Asia BassSeniorBiologyJackson, Miss.“It’s good to be knowl-edgeable of your body if you want to live a longer life.”

Raquel AraujoJuniorArt StudioLondon, Ontario“When you know your body you are aware of any changes that it under-goes.”

“Miss Chambers, you can proceed to the back,” the nurse calls out into the waiting room. As I walk through the door, I proceed to the examination room and sit on the exam table. Before long, the doctor walks in, dressed in her white coat; carrying my chart of records and a pencil in her hand. She asks, “Miss Chambers, what brings you in today? Can you tell me of anything you have been noticing lately with your body?”

This is a typical doctor’s visit. As I illustrated, the doctor asked about anything abnormal that has been happening with her patient’s body. Although we often expect our physician to be the magic mind reader

with the magic touch to cure our problems, no one knows our bodies better than ourselves.

For 365 days, 8,688 hours, and 525, 600 minutes, we are in our own bodies. How can we expect a physician to fully know what goes on in our body daily in 10 minutes at a regular check-up?

From the day babies are born, they cry when hungry or frustrated. Toddlers notice bumps from mosquito bites or a tummy ache from a candy bar. When teens reach adolescents, they see changes in their physical appearance. Boys become anxious of the reaching of manhood. Some notice the deepening of their voices and the mustache and beard slowly forming on their faces. Girls begin to notice a broadening of their hips and the growing of their breasts, which brings excitement about the shopping of their fi rst bra.

As the innocence of childhood wears with the years, our bodies change less rapidly to the physical eye. But, many changes occur internally that are less likely to show in the mirror. High blood pressure, diabetes, and breast cancer are a few life-changing ailments that begin internally and can be treated more effectively if detected early.

With October as Breast Cancer Awareness month,


an early knowledge of the normality of our breasts can often make a signifi cant difference in the detection of cancer. Women can perform self-checks in the mirror to feel for lumps and to examine the nipples for any inversions or abnormal discharge. Although there is a 1% chance for breast cancer in men, they still can be aware of “what’s normal” of their breasts. Regular breast cancer screenings are highly recommended for women.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure, a breast cancer organization suggests, “Getting regular screening tests is the best way for women to lower their risk of dying from breast cancer. Screening tests can fi nd breast cancer early, when the chances of survival are highest.”

Visit your physician regularly, not when something is wrong. Whether at the Health Center on campus or at a doctor’s offi ce, bring knowledge of your own body in the room. The physician and your body will really appreciate it. Remember: Early detection is the best protection.

Stacie HopkinsJuniorPsychologyChicago, Ill.“It’s always best to know what your body is sus-ceptible to so that you can prevent any diseases or illnesses.”

Terence ThomasFreshmanCriminal JusticeHollandale, Miss.“To ensure that both your physical and mental health is up to par.”

Leria McClendonSophomoreMass CommunicationsClinton, Miss.“It’s always good to know where you stand health wise so if there is something wrong you can fi x the problem.”

Jessica EvansJuniorPsychologyClinton, Miss.“Knowing your body aids in early detection of ill-nesses that may be threat-ening your health.”

Justin DixonSophomorePolitical ScienceClinton, Miss.“Considering illnesses run in my family, I have to always know what’s going on in my body.”

Tevin EnglishSeniorCriminal JusticeShreveport, La.“Knowing your body is impor-tant because it is the center fold of your world and the begin-ning of your path to enlighten-ment; the solution starts with self.”

No one knows your body better than you

Candace ChambersStaff Writer

Kirsten WoodsJuniorMusic TechnologyLittle Rock, Ark.“It’s my body and I care about all things concern-ing it.”

Te’Keyah AllenJuniorAccountingTulsa, Okla.“Everyone should know the status of their health.”

Endeshaw EndeshawSeniorComputer EngineeringEthopia“I have some hereditary illnesses in my family and I have to be aware of my body changes.”

Marquis ReedSophomoreCriminal JusticePort Gibson, Miss“If you don’t know your body than you don’t know your physical capa-bilities and this could limit certain activities.”

The views expressed in the commentary are those of the writer(s) and in no way represent the views of The Blue & White Flash.

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COMMENTARY

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Comic View standouts bring laughter to Homecoming


the wait.” Some students enjoyed the show

so much they did not want it to end.Junior business major Derrick

Moore said, “I wish I could tour with the guys to wherever they’re headed.”

The trio has only tonight to be a comedy team as they will be going their separate ways after the show.

Detroit’s own Larkins will be headed to Clayton State University and then reuniting with Brown for a show at Fort Valley State University while Jones will be headed to Charlotte, NC to perform at a high school fundraiser.

The show ended with a final message from Jones.

“You guys are the future of our nation, keep it up,” he said.

What do you get when you mix Homecoming week with three of the hottest urban comics around? You get a comedy show like none other that kept the crowd roaring with laughter.

Comediennes Benji Brown, Sean Larkins, and Shaun Jones headlined the 2013 Homecoming Comedy

Show and related to the crowd with jokes about everything from dating and fraternities to tattoos and clubbing.

Before the show, the ComicView standouts shared a few jokes, life influences and their upcoming events with The Blue & White Flash.

“Most people would expect me to say Richard Pryor is my idol but my real influences are these two guys next to me,” said Larkins. “Shaun Jones and Benji Brown are the true

Center to host domestic violence forum and Run/Walk

The Latasha Norman Center for Counseling and Disability Ser-vices at Jackson State University is hosting a forum on Monday, Oct. 28 to bring awareness to domestic violence, to honor survivors and re-member victims.

Also, from 7:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. that morning, faculty, staff and stu-dents are invited to have free coffee and refreshments and sign up on the 2nd floor of the Student Cen-ter for the Nov. 9th Latasha Nor-man 5-K Run/Walk. This marks the sixth year for the run/walk, which was named in honor of Latasha and is an event to raise awareness and

Special to the Flash support for programs that address domestic violence.

Speakers for the 6 p.m. event in-clude Danny Bolden, whose (step)daughter, Latasha Norman died as the result of domestic violence; and Keisha Varnell, the Prevention/Intervention Specialist for the MS Coalition Against Domestic Vio-lence.

The forum will be held in the JSU Student Center Ballroom.

Prior to the forum, the Student Government Association, Greek letter organizations and student groups will join others in a bal-loon release at 5 p.m. as a way to recognize victims and encourage programs to fight against domestic violence.

Bolden has worked untiringly to sound the alarm against domes-tic, homicide, and

dating violence in middle schools, high schools, colleges, and churches. Bolden has spoken to approximately 10,000 students in Washington, Bolivar, and Sunflow-er counties throughout the state of Mississippi of his domestic violence experience through the untimely death of his stepdaughter, Latasha Norman. He has also worked with Our House, Inc., in Greenville, Miss., which offers an array of ser-vices for domestic violence, sexual assault, and homicide.

Varnell develops, implements, and evaluates curriculums for vari-ous groups, including youth, ado-lescents, teachers, and youth work-ers. Varnell also coordinates youth training and chairs the campus violence task force for MCADV. Varnell also works with schools and community organizations statewide to promote awareness and preven-tion of teen dating violence, bul-lying, stalking and cyber stalking. She has leveraged her experience by working in all aspects of child wel-fare, including teen dating violence, bullying, mentoring, coaching, self –esteem workshops, and a myriad of other youth-friendly trainings and activities.

For more information on the forum and to register for the Run/Walk, call the center at 601-979-0374 or 601-979-1557.

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Octavis LawsonMC 301-01 ContributorStaff Writter

Danny Bolden, father of Latasha Norman, with 2012 run/walk participants.

Dr. Cockrell, Amanda Smith, Shaun Jones, Benji Brown, Sean Larkins(back), LaQuala Coleman, and Jeremy Sanford.

Comic View comediennes Benji Brown, Shaun Jones and Sean Larkins.



unsung heroes of urban comedy.” Brown, most known for his on

stage persona, Kiki, was quick to let us know that everyday life is his main influence in his comedy

The duo of Brown and Larkins went on to do a little improv, as they opened the interview as a Preacher and Deacon, respectfully and Brown even impersonated the Associate Dean of Students, LaQuala Coleman, while Jones playfully spelled her name as LaQu2ala, saying “the two is silent.”

Larkins also praised Jackson State University’s campus and thanked Jackson State for inviting him to perform.

“You guys have an absolutely beautiful campus and we are grateful that you guys have chosen us to bring in Homecoming,” said Larkins.

Jones then added, “But y’all do know that outside of the campus gates they could film “The Walking Dead”.

The audience at the Rose E. McCoy Auditorium eagerly awaited the beginning of the show while party DJ T- Money opened up for the stand-up acts.

“We were going crazy waiting for the show to start,” exclaimed junior biology major Jerecia Williams. “They were a little late but so worth

News - October 24, 2013


Many times, breast cancer is associated with women and the journey they oft en endure through treatment, the loss of hair, and the start of a new beginning or the ending to their pains and struggle. But, even though breast cancer will aff ect about 1 in 8 US women in their lifetime, men are not exempt from the disease.

In October, football teams of-ten express their support for Breast Cancer Awareness with the wear-ing of pink socks, gloves, or other pink paraphernalia. Groups oft en release pink balloons at sporting events to remember those who have lost their lives in their fi ght against breast cancer.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure, a breast cancer organization, re-ports that, “In the U.S., about 2,000 cases of breast cancer are diagnosed in men and more than 400 men will die from breast can-

cer each year.” Breast cancer in men is rare

and makes up less than 1% of all breast cancers. According to the National Cancer Insti-tute at the National Institute of Health, “men at any age may develop breast cancer, but it is usually detected (found) in men between 60 and 70 years of age.” Although many col-lege students are younger than these ages, it is still important for young men to be knowl-edgeable of their bodies.

Since males have breast tis-sue, they can develop breast cancer. Male breasts are made up of small undeveloped breast tissue and a small amount of connective tissue behind the nipple. Due to puberty, male hormones stop the growth of breast tissue, but cancer can

develop in the developed tissue that grew before puberty. Th e most common type of breast cancer in men, as in women, is Infi ltrating Ductal Carcinoma, which occurs when cancer has spread beyond the cells lining ducts in the breast.

Some causes for breast can-cer in men include exposure to radiation, high levels of estrogen, a family history of breast cancer, and obesity. It is more likely for the cancer to spread because of men’s small amount of breast tissue, which causes the cancer to spread to more parts of the body. Men are also less likely to report unusual symptoms. Th ese signs include lumps or hardening of the breast, redness of the skin of the breast, an inverted nipple, or nipple dis-charge. Th e cancer is oft en in a form of a fi rm, non-painful mass just below the nipple with an aver-age size of 2.5 cm.

Treating breast cancer in men is the same as in women and a rad-

ical mastectomy is the most com-mon approach. Breast cancer in men is oft en easier to detect with sight and touch, than in women.

As with other forms of preven-tion, early detection is best. Susan G. Komen for the Cure suggests that, “the key to beating cancer is fi nding it early and getting treated right away.”

Th ese JSU male students agree that men should be aware of what occurs in their body.

Derrell Jordan, a senior physi-cal education major from Gulf-port, Miss. was aware that breast cancer can occur in men and be-lieves that staying active is essen-tial in maintaining proper health.

“In my opinion, they (men) should be aware because they nev-er know what is going to happen. Th ey have to work out, exercise, stay in shape, and stay active.”

Anthony Gilvert, a senior computer technology major from Chicago, Ill. said “In the long run, it could be something that’s hered-itary. It could be something more severe than you think. For ex-ample, men can get breast cancer. If you don’t get that checked out soon enough, it could be worse and it could have been prevented if you had went to the doctor.”

Brandon Tarrio, a senior phys-ical education major from Jack-son, Miss. agreed.

“I feel like men should be aware because you never know, anything could be wrong with your body. Like cancer, it’s a one percent chance, but you never know who can be in that one percent. So you should go ahead and get checked out, to make sure you’re not a part of that one percent. Not just get-ting checked for breast cancer, but for anything. It’s just best to get checked out period,” said Tarrio.

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community. Our speaker was knowledgeable about breast cancer awareness and gave advice that could possibly save someone’s life. I appreciate the University for having events to inform people about protecting themselves and staying healthy. It’s a great way of giving back. It is vital for students to learn the information about breast cancer for them to stay educated,” said Caples.

Bertha Bass, a JSU Library assistant felt the seminar touched on many important issues and resources.

“I am glad that I decided to attend the event because my mother has problems going to the doctor due to transportation issues. I am enlightened that the American Cancer Society has initiatives to give people a lending hand that need it. That is a very important aspect to remember if you are a cancer patient, to know you are well taken care of no matter the age, finances, etc,” said Bass.

The American Cancer Society will host a 5k Non-competitive fundraising walk on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013. Registration will begin at the Mississippi State Capitol on the south steps at 8:00 a.m. with an opening ceremony at 9:00 a.m.

The JSU Cheerleaders are also doing their part to raise

money for the Susan G. Komen Foundation. The cheerleaders are currently raffling off a JSU gift basket for $2 a ticket. You can purchase the tickets from any JSU Cheerleader for the drawing which will be held on Nov. 15, 2013. The basket includes JSU paraphenelia, gift items and two JSU basketball season tickets.

The JSU NAACP will host a NAACPink Forum on Friday, Oct. 25th at 5 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom B.

“This event will be different in the sense that we will not only be raising awareness, but we will also be allowing the students to share their personal struggle or story with breast cancer. We want to give our student body the abililty to share with us as we do with them, versus them sitting through a forum and not truly leaving with something they didn’t come with,” said Ariana Stokes, a junior history education major from Chicago, Ill. and NAACP member.

The Student Athlete Advisory Committee will host a “Think Pink” Volleyball game on Oct. 30th in the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center at 7 p.m. The match-up against Alabama A&M University will include the opportunity to show support of the cause and fight against breast cancer. JSU warriors and survivors of breast cancer will be honored during pre-game festivities.

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Candace ChambersStaff Writer

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Comic View comediennes Benji Brown, Shaun Jones and Sean Larkins.

Miss., believes that knowing the history of JSU is important to current students.

“Attending Founders’ Day is important so you can know the history of Jackson State. It’s important to get a degree, but you have to know why you’re getting a degree and why does this make such a huge contribution. Assuming that you’re African-American, this is doing yourself a service and you need to know how big this is,” said King.

Alexis Lloyd, a freshman Meteorology major from Greenville S.C. said, “It’s important for us to know who our founders were, how far we’ve come from 1877, and how people broke their necks for us to be able to learn.”

Earlier in the week, JSU held other Founders’ Day activities including: JSU Names and Sites: a discussion of the book “Jackson State University: The First 100 Years 1877-1977,” written by Leila G. Rhodes; Dean Emeritus of Libraries; JSU Presidents, Programs, Politics

and Football featuring Robert Major Walker, the first black mayor of Hattiesburg, Hillard Lackey, and Ivory Phillips, former Dean of the College of Education and Human Development; and a discussion on the History of the Sonic Boom and the Prancing J-Settes.

Jackson State University was founded on Oct. 23, 1877 as Natchez Seminary; a school designed to teach Mississippi’s newly freed and underprivileged African-Americans and operated for 62 years. After being moved to the city of Jackson in 1882, it was renamed Jackson College and became a school designed for educating future teachers. The college awarded its first degree in 1924.

After the American Baptist Home Mission Society financially withdrew from Jackson College, the State of Mississippi took its place in 1940. After gaining its first graduate program and expanding its bachelor’s degrees into the arts and sciences, Jackson College soon became Jackson State College in 1956 and Jackson State University in 1974.

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Variety - October 24, 2013The Blue & White Flash

Taylor BemberyAssociate Editor

Inez Doe, a Jackson State University alumna and owner of U Fancii Beauty Bar in Jackson, Miss., held “The Hair Exhibit”, Thursday, Oct. 17 at the Missis-sippi Museum of Art.

Portions of the event, the first one Doe has held in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness, was hosted by Teezy Thomas, actor of J.Lee Play’s “Forbidden Fruit” and Paula Hellens, JSU alumna and cast member of Bad Girls

From Spike Lee’s “School Daze” to “Stomp the Yard,” Greek stepping has evolved from a campus pastime to a cultural phenomenon.

Local radio personality DJ Un-predictable and Jackson State Univer-sity alumnus and actress Myra Hall served as host and hostess of the event while DJ T-Money was on the ones and twos.

Jackson State celebrated its Homecoming Oct. 13-19 but students seemed to most look forward to the annual Pan-Hellenic Step Show, held Oct. 18 at in the Lee E. Williams Ath-letics and Assembly Center.

“The step show is my favorite homecoming week event next to the football game. The AAC is always packed to see everyone’s performanc-es. It’s a big campus event,” said Dar-ryl Bufford, a junior criminal justice major.

This year’s step show lineup in-cluded: Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Alpha Kappa Alpha

Club Season 10. “The Hair Exhibit,” hosted by

Ming Lee, Celebrity Hair Stylist and Owner of SnobLife Studio in Atlanta, Ga., opened for guests. Inside the showroom were 14 doll-like models on display. Ev-ery model had a different theme which incorporated breast cancer awareness such as guardian an-gels, think pink dolls, 60s ladies, and many more dolls with beauti-ful pink tresses.

The showroom also included vendors such as Pure Illusionz Barber & Beauty Salon, Sophis-

Sorority, Inc., and Iota Phi Theta Fra-ternity, Inc.

“The step show is a big deal among Greeks. There’s always fierce competi-tion between everyone,” said Ashlee Brown, a senior political science major.

The third place winners, the la-dies of Zeta Phi Beta, entertained the crowd with their “World War Z” theme which included an intricate step routine and detailed makeup and cos-

ticated Mature Designs, T Stylez Hair Studio, Kitty Pizzazz, and Royal Bleau Boutique. The Ex-hibit also included performances by Master Barber “The Joker”, and Shalonda Quinn, platform stylist and master cosmetologist at Pure Illusionz Barber & Beauty Salon in Jackson, Miss.

Quinn, who has clients that struggle with the hardships of breast cancer, said that there is something about getting glamor-ous that empowers women.

“Getting yourself together makes you feel good, it makes any-

tumes. “We really put work into our per-

formance, into learning the routine. Ev-eryone really seemed to enjoy the show,” said Kendra Montgomery, a senior ele-mentary education major and step team member of Zeta Phi Beta.

Coming in at second place, the AKAs almost blindingly made costume changes to get dressed and role-play the fraternities in their show.

Getting Fancii for Breast Cancer Awareness

Phi Beta Sigma ‘steps up’ to take top honors at show

Students came out in large numbers to support 2013 Homecoming Street Jam activities.

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body feel good. When you have something like breast cancer, they have hair loss and their skin pig-ments change. Hair and makeup help when they think nothing can be done but something can be done,” said Quinn.

She added: “Some people don’t like to wear wigs but you can show them you can have a wig made completely how you like it. You have make up that can cover up that skin problems. Once you have long hair then you lose it at a drop of a dime because of chemo, that’s hard to take but you have to

“This was my first year ever being in a step show and being the step cap-tain was a very difficult yet fun task,” said Reyanna Stowes, a junior mass communications major from Vallejo, Calif. “I never knew how much it took to put together a step show”.

Erica Payton, a JSU graduate stu-dent and member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority said, “The whole show isn’t about competition; it’s really more

let them know they have options.”Sierra Jackson, a sophomore

marketing major at JSU from Huntsville, Ala., attended the ex-hibit and thought the approach was very creative.

“I feel the event turned out great, the way they incorporated fashion with breast cancer espe-cially being October. I think it all went hand and hand. It was amaz-ing how they made the breast can-cer ribbon with hair standing up on the model’s head,” said Jackson

Doe explained why mixing fashion with beauty at “The Hair Exhibit” was so important when it comes to breast cancer awareness.

“Fashion and beauty is co-hesive when it comes to breast cancer, most of the stylists have clients that deal with breast can-cer. Most of the vendors that have participated have been directly affected by family members that have survived or died of breast cancer so this exhibit and event was to bring everyone together to form a camaraderie for a great cause,” said Doe.

Doe presented a check for $1000 dollars to the Susan G. Ko-men Foundation Steel Magnolias of Central Mississippi from funds raised at the event.

“I always like to partake in charity. I decided to donate to Su-san G. Komen because my busi-ness anniversary is in October which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and this is my one year anniversary,” said Doe.

“The Hair Exhibit” provided a fun, innovative, and whimsical way to bring awareness to the se-rious illness that affects so many people.

of a cultural experience, although I am proud my undergrad chapter won sec-ond place!”

Laughter erupted from the crowd as the men of Phi Beta Sigma took the stage with a very technical, yet funny show based on the popular comedy movie, “Friday.” These first place win-ners of last year’s step show took home the top trophy yet again with the high-est overall score of 488 points.

“From what I saw, everyone put forth a good effort and represented their organization well. I’m just proud of my brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fra-ternity Inc. for all the hard work they put into our show. All the hard work and sacrifices paid off. GOMAB!” said Richard Purry, a senior therapeutic recreation major from Oakland, Calif.

Christian Lewis and Jacob Dodd, both 2012 graduates of JSU, related their first alumni homecoming expe-rience as one to remember.

“Homecoming week wouldn’t be the same without the Greek step show. Students and hundreds of Greek alumni from all over come to show support to their alma mater and the undergraduate Greeks. That’s a big deal,” said Lewis.

Derrick Walton contributed to this story.

Reagan HarveyMC301 Contributor

Members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. perform “Friday” skit during Greek Show.


Variety - October 24, 2013


Fans learn why TLC was MTB

After months of anticipa-tion, the long awaited TLC biopic, “CrazySexyCool: The TLC Story” has finally arrived on VH1. Airing on Monday Oct 21st, the movie captured the attention of scores of TLC fans, telling a real story of sisterhood, overcoming individual struggles, young love, and the harsh

realities of music industry.The movie tells the story of the

world famous trio from their early beginnings in Atlanta before being discovered by L.A. Reid’s wife Peb-bles, to the aftermath of the untime-ly death of Lisa “Left Eye” Lopez in 2002. The movie starts out smooth-ly but as the transition is made to the individual stories of the group members, a lot of information, in my opinion, is left out. However, I

interpreted this as the groups effort to focus on TLC as a whole, rather than their own stories, unless if af-fected the group.

On the flipside, the plot reveals aspects of the group that were heart wrenching and captivating such as T-Boz’s bouts with sickle cell ane-mia, Chilli’s relationship with Dallas Austin, Left-eye’s alcohol and fam-ily turmoil and the group’s financial struggles. Out of these struggles, the

audience gets a glimpse into the in-spirations to many of their classics, notably “Waterfalls” and “Unpretty.” You also discover how sisterhood played a role in keeping the group alive.

Drew Sidora portrayed Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins, NAACP Image Award winner Keke Palmer por-trayed Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas, and rapper Natia “Lil Mama” Kirk-land portrayed the enigmatic and quirky Lisa “Left Eye” Lopez.

It is evident that the cast was chosen with great care because all three delivered excellent perfor-mances overall. The trio also eerily resembles the Grammy Award-win-ning Hip-Hop/RnB group super-group to the point where it was al-most like watching live footage.

In fact, there was a tremendous amount of detail and careful accura-cy placed into the painstakingly rec-reated music videos, live interviews, concerts, and home video footage. This is what makes CrazySexy-Cool truly shine. With T-Boz and Chilli as consultants and executive producers, the movie successfully recreates the essence of what made TLC such a legendary group: their unique fashion sense, their dance moves, and their overall originality.

Besides the movies OCD-like attention to detail, another thing that stood out for me was the Lil Mama’s surprisingly amazing per-formance. Understandably, she was heavily scrutinized in the beginning after being revealed as part of the

cast, but in hindsight, no one but Lil Mama could have played Left Eye. She successfully channeled her invigorating spirit the similarities between her and Lil Mama are very subtle but noticeable if you pay at-tention.

At times there were some mi-nor problems with dialogue that seemed a bit forces but the major problems were with the plot holes.

The plot holes leave a lot of burning questions like what hap-pened to the relationship between TLC and Crystal, the original “C” of the group before Chilli. The movie also had you wondering at what point Left Eye really began to pursue her spirituality. Then there were moments that were either in-complete or virtually untouched like the full story behind Left Eye’s dispute against T-Bozo and Chili, the alleged abusive relationship between T-Bozo and Mack 10, and the heartbreaking announce-ment of Left Eye’s car accident on MTV’s Total Request Live. Late into the movie, the plot almost seems rushed.

Despite these flaws, this is a film was very entertaining. If Crazy-SexyCool did nothing else, it took me on a gripping ride through mu-sic history as it reminded me how important the legacy of TLC is to not only to African-American mu-sic history, but music worldwide. TLC fans of all ages will enjoy this movie and thoroughly be reminded why TLC was MTB (Meant to be).

Mark BraboyNews Editor

(From left to right) Drew Sidora, Keke Palmer, and rapper Lil Mama played the roles of the famous r&b trio, TLC.Photo: Google

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Brazile named to 2014 Black College Football Hall Of Fame

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nal set from Grambling by a score of 25-19.

GSU (1-12, 1-4) was led by the top play of Asia Drenon. She record-ed 10 kil ls, two digs, and a block as-sist.

Jackson State was led by its top performer senior middle blocker Paige Williams. Williams registered nine kil ls, two digs, two serve aces, an assists, and a block assists.

After defeating Grambling State University on Friday evening at home, the Jackson State University volleyball team is set to travel to Grambling, La. to face GSU for a second time in less than a week.

The Lady Tigers (5-16 overall, 2-2 SWAC) struggled during the f irst two sets, before taking the f i-

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late the Class of 2014.”Brazile was a f irst round pick by

the Houston Oilers in 1975, with the sixth selection of the NFL draft. He was rated as one of the premier collegiate defensive players in 1974 while playing linebacker at Jackson State, despite starting his collegiate career as a tight end (he switched to the linebacker position after his freshman season). In 1972 and 1973, Brazile helped lead the Jackson State Tigers to consecutive SWAC cham-pionships.

Shortly after being drafted, Oil-ers head coach and general manag-er Bum Phillips switched Houston’s base defense from the 4-3 to the 3-4. Brazile is cited by many to be the most important player in making the 3-4 popular because of his ability to rush the quarterback from the out-side linebacker position.

He was named the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 1975 and made the Pro Bowl in each of his f irst sev-en seasons. He was a key member of the Oilers teams that made back-to-back appearances in the AFC Cham-pionship game (1978 and 1979). Bra-zile was selected as a member of the 1970’s NFL All-Decade team.

During his career with the Oilers he was a seven time Pro Bowl selec-tion (1976-82), a f ive time f irst team All-Pro selection (1976-80), a sec-ond team All-Pro selection (1981) and a f ive time All-AFC selection (1976, 1978-80, 1982).

Other fact about Brazile: In col-lege, his nickname was “Mr. Versa-ti le” and in the NFL his nickname was “Dr. Doom”. Brazile has eight seasons of quarterback sacks that were not recorded because sacks were not kept as an off icial stat until 1982. Officially, his sack total is 11. However, he is unofficially credited with 48 sacks to go along with 1,281 tackles.

The Black College Football Hall of Fame announced its seven newest members today. The Class of 2014 includes six players and one coach. The inductees were selected from a list of 25 f inalists who had been de-termined earlier by the Black Col-lege Football Hall of Fame Selection Committee.

The Selection Committee is comprised of black college football sports writers, analysts and com-mentators Roscoe Nance (Chair-man), Donald Hunt, Ty Miller, Char-lie Neal and Lloyd Vance former NFL General Managers Ernie Accorsi and Gil Brandt, long-time NFL scouts Charles Bailey and Charles Garcia, director of the Smithsonian‘s Na-tional Museum of African American History and Culture Lonnie Bunch, and historian Michael Hurd.

The Class of 2014 includes Rob-ert Brazile (Jackson State Universi-ty), Leroy Kelly (Morgan State Uni-versity), John Stallworth (Alabama A&M University), Michael Strahan (Texas Southern University), Wil-lie Totten (Mississippi Valley State University), Doug Wilkerson (North Carolina Central University) as player inductees and Marino Casem (Alcorn State University) as a coach inductee.

Brazile and the rest of the 2014 class will be honored at the Fifth Annual Enshrinement Ceremony, presented by the Atlanta Falcons on March 1, 2014. The event will take place at the Loews Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia in conjunction with Black College Football weekend.

“The history of Black College Football is compelling and must be shared,” said Atlanta Falcons Owner & Chairman Arthur Blank. “We are proud to support the Black College Football Hall of Fame and congratu-

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Sports - October 24, 2013The Blue & White Flash

Legal action to follow Grambling Homecoming no show

In the wake of Grambling State University’s unprecedented forfeiture of Jackson State University’s Homecoming football game, JSU released a statement on Oct. 22nd of their plans to pursue litigation against GSU.

The statement from Eric Stringfellow, Executive Director of University Communications, read in part:

“Our Homecoming game draws tens of thousands of fans. The university intends to use litigation to be made whole for our direct and indirect financial losses. We have a fiduciary responsibility to Mississippi taxpayers and the JSU community to mitigate our ongoing and substantial losses. Jackson State plans to pursue litigation against Grambling State and others. Grambling’s issues are well documented and long standing. Those issues, however, are not JSU’s issues nor are these JSU’s responsibility.”

Stringfellow also said in the statement that JSU had been assured by Grambling officials that GSU’s team would travel to Jackson, and were not informed until late Friday afternoon that the players would not participate in the game. He also stated that the Southwestern Athletic Conference has yet to contact JSU about the issue.

“We have dealt in good faith with Grambling and the Southwestern Athletic Conference. The actions of both have hurt JSU. The SWAC commissioner did not return calls from our director of athletics the entire week. The Clarion-Ledger reported the SWAC commissioner would be meeting with folks at Grambling and JSU. We haven’t seen him, nor has he

called,” stated Stringfellow.An official statement

released by the SWAC stated that Grambling had not been fined for forfeiting its scheduled game Saturday at Jackson State and it (SWAC) is working with Grambling officials to “ensure that the appropriate actions are made” to resolve the continuing standoff between the school’s football players and administration. This is the first time a member school with the conference has forfeited a game during the regular season.

“It’s unfortunate that the game (Grambling State vs. Jackson State) will not be played, but in accordance with the Southwestern Athletic Conference bylaws, the game will be ruled a forfeit charging Grambling State the loss and awarding Jackson State with a win,” said SWAC commissioner Duer Sharp. “For Grambling State’s failure to compete in a conference contest and in addition to forfeiting the game,

This Saturday, the Jackson State University Tigers will be heading to Shreveport, La. to go head to head against the Prairie View A&M Panthers.

Fresh from their cancelled homecoming game due to the forfeiture of the Grambling State Tigers, the Tigers are ready for another victory.

With the dominant Tigers still undefeated in the Southwestern Athletic Conference(SWAC) at 6-0, they will meet the Panthers whose record stands at 4-2 in the conference and 5-3 overall. Despite the record, this is predicted to be a tough game as prior to their loss against Alabama State, the Panthers had a three game win streak and

they (Grambling State) are subject to a monetary penalty.”

Many students agree with the University’s decision to file a lawsuit against GSU.

“I believe Jackson State’s decision to seek compensation for the financial loss between Grambling has validity. Jackson State’s homecoming not only brings in additional money for the school but also represents the culture and tradition of the university,” said Calissa Huell, a senior English major from Jackson, Miss.

Lekia Thurmond, a senior English major from Greenwood, Miss. said, “I feel like the Grambling Football team is a bunch of inconsiderate punks. They made a commitment that they broke and I feel like Jackson State has the right to pursue legal action against them because in the real world, you can’t agree to something and go back on it without their being some kind of consequences.”

Alesha Jackson, a sophomore

afterwards won their last game when they demolished the competitive Delta Devils of Mississippi Valley State University with 51-14.

In 2012, the Tigers defeated the Panthers at the Veterans Memorial Stadium in Jackson, Miss. with the score of 34-13. According to statistics from ESPN.com, the major players who were called upon were running back, Tommy Gooden who finished 135 yards on 18 carries and a touchdown, Dietric McDonald who had 63 yards, Defensive End, Willie Bell who recovered a fumble from Prairie View’s kicker, which lead to their victory.

Tiger Football fans will be able to catch the game on Saturday, Oct. 26th at 3 p.m. until the end via streaming at www.jsums.edu by JSU’s Tiger Sports Network. A live chat will also be available.

civil engineering major from Jackson, Miss. stated that it was unfortunate that JSU suffered because of Grambling’s issues.

“I totally understand that they are having issues but it was our Homecoming. I thought they would have been considerate. The turnout was still great and it shows that JSU has a loyal fan base of alumni and students. It’s too bad that tickets will have to be refunded because we would’ve raised a lot of money,” said Jackson.

Long lines of disappointed fans arrived at the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center ticket office from Oct. 21-23 for refunds while out-of-town fans were told to mail in tickets to receive refunds. Stringfellow estimates that the University and the city of Jackson could face potential losses in the millions.

In spite of the disappointing game cancellation, Jackson State students, alumni and community

supporters showed up at the JSU Memorial Stadium in large numbers in support of the free alternate activities held in place of scheduled match-up between the two universities.

The activities included a “Blue and White” scrimmage, an extended performance from the Sonic Boom of the South marching band and a free concert featuring Lyfe Jennings, Terrell C. Moses and Larry Johnson.

All other Jackson State Homecoming activities continued as scheduled including the Homecoming Parade in downtown Jackson that featured over 150 entries. A crowd of parade-goers lined a new route in downtown Jackson due to construction on Capital Street.

Current students and alumni like Sharon Rosell, a 1993 graduate of JSU with a degree in accounting, stated that the game cancellation was a unique experience but Jackson State did a great job in spite of the circumstances.

“It was disappointed that Grambling’s team did not show up because I am a football enthusiast, but as far as enjoying Homecoming, that was not affected,” said Rosell. “It was great seeing old friends and celebrating with my line sisters of Delta Pi Spring 93 especially.”

Dontrell Banks, a senior accounting major from Summitt, Miss. said, “Originally I was upset because I thought my senior Homecoming was going to be ruined because there wouldn’t be a game. After experiencing the Blue and White scrimmage game, it showed me that fans and alumni love JSU and truly support the university. The atmosphere on Saturday was great. This weekend turned out perfect.”

Mark Braboy, Presiana Dawson, and Kachelle Pratcher contributed to this story.

Special to the Flash

On Monday, a long line of people showed up at the AAC for refund for cancelled JSU Homecoming game.

Jackson State University Tigers vs. Prairie View PreviewMark BraboyNews Editor

Jackson State University football players during Blue & White scrimmage game.

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