Winter 2015 - Spring 2016 Alcorn State University

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Alcorn Hosts UN Conference on Global Food Security Inside this issue: Alcorn Hosts UN Confer- 1 ence on Global Food Secu- rity Global Programs Hosts Stu- 2 dents from Pakistan Sustainable Development 2 Goals is Topic of United Nations Lecture 2016 Multicultural Festival 3 Soars to New Heights Top row, left to right: H.E. Cultural Fashion Show 4 Boasts Diversity at Alcorn Tuvako Manongi, H.E. Jere- miah Sulunteh, and Theo- Office of Global Programs 6 dore Lyng at the UN Con- Information ference on Global Food International Notes 6 Security at Alcorn, March World Current Events Quiz 6 22, 2016. Bottom row, left to right: Nicola Sakhleh, and Upcoming Events 6 speakers talking with mem- bers of the audience after the conference. Special points of interest: On March 22, the Office of with food security and how to nomic access to sufficient, safe Global Programs hosted a Unit- resolve those problems. and nutritious food that meets · Check our website for ed Nations (UN) Conference on Next to speak was H.E. Jere- their dietary needs and food Study Abroad Information Global Food Security. This day- miah C. Sulunteh, ambassador preferences for an active and including scholarships, long conference had distin- extraordinary and plenipoten- healthy life.” upcoming events, oppor- guished speakers discussing tiary from the Republic of Libe- The final presenter was Nicola tunities for students and different aspects of food security ria to the United States (US). Sakhleh, chief of the Food for faculty, and other links throughout the world. The con- He talked on food security as it Development Branch at the For- related to study abroad ference was opened with wel- pertains to his country, and eign Agriculture Service. and international travel. coming remarks by Dr. Dovi what steps are being taken to Sakhleh spoke on “The USDA Our website address is Alipoe, director of the Office of ensure food safety and security Experience.” USDA supports http://www.alcorn.edu/ Global Programs. Following his for Liberia. global food security through in- academics/schools/areas/ remarks, Dr. Donzell Lee, prov- Theodore Lyng, director of country capacity building, basic land-grant-programs/ ost and vice-president for aca- the Office of Global Food Secu- and applied research and support global-programs/ demic affairs, extended greetings rity at the United States State for improved market infor- index.aspx to the speakers and the audience. Department spoke. Lyng’s topic mation, statistics and analysis. The first speaker was His Ex- was “Feed the Future: The US Following a luncheon, the cellency (H.E.) Tuvako N. Government and Global Food conference finished with a plena- Manongi, ambassador and per- Security.” According to the ry session of questions and an- manent representative of the Food and Agriculture Organiza- swers. United Republic of Tanzania to tion, the definition of food secu- the United Nations. Ambassador rity is “a situation that exists Manongi spoke about food secu- when all people, at all times, rity in his country, its problems have physical, social and eco- Page 2 International Horizons Volume 4, Issues 2-3

Global Programs Hosts Students from Pakistan During the spring 2016 se- of the quality education and mester, the Office of Globalfriendly environment. Inayat Programs hosted two Interna- felt that being at Alcorn was tional Research Exchanges awesome. Board, Inc. (IREX) students Naveed is a senior in comput- from Pakistan, Inayat Ullah and er science from Rabwah in the Naveed Khan. Chiniot district of the Punjab Inayat is a graduate biology province of Pakistan. He is student from Mingora in the studying at the National Univer- Swat district of the Khyber sity of Computer and Emerging Pakhtunkhwa province of Paki- Sciences, Chiniot-Faisalabad stan. He graduated in 2011 Campus in Pakistan. Naveed from Government Degree Col- will graduate in December 2016. lege in Mingora. His favorite His favorite subjects are java subjects since childhood were programming, databases, theory biology, English and history. He of automata, computer graphics, lives in Pakistan with his moth- and software engineering, etc. IREX students from Pakistan: Naveed Kahn (left) and Inayat Ullah er, brother and sister. This is He lives with his father, mother (right) Inayat’s first visit to the United and two sisters. This is Naveed’s States. He has been to Virginia, first trip to the United States, Alcorn State University because and enjoyed their time with us. California and Tennessee. Ina- and he has visited New Orleans, of two reasons. The teachers are We thank them for teaching us yat’s interests are singing, play- New York and California. His friendly and ready to provide more about Pakistan and their ing music, animal photography hobbies are listening to music, guidance, and because the stand- culture. We wish them every suc- and writing articles on social watching movies, and, when in ard of education is high. cess in the future. issues. He enjoyed his time at Pakistan, playing cricket. We are delighted Inayat and Alcorn State University because Naveed said that he enjoyed Naveed chose to come to Alcorn

Sustainable Development Goals is Topic of United Nations Lecture

On February 4, the Office of crucial to harmonize three core  Transformative. The Agen- Global Programs hosted another elements: economic growth, da also addresses structural lecture in the United Nations social inclusion and environ- factors such as inequality, Lecture Series. Matthias Kletter- mental protection. consumption, production, mayer, sustainable development Key elements of the new Sus- and growth. Advancement of officer responsible for communi- tainable Development Agenda off-track Millennium Devel- cation and outreach in the Unit- are: opment Goals is the starting ed Nations’ Division of Sustain-  Integrated. Poverty eradica- point of the SDGs. able Development was the tion is the greatest global  Nationally-owned. Every speaker. challenge, “leave no one be- country has primary respon- After opening remarks by Dr. hind.” Dynamic and resilient sibility for its own economic Dovi Alipoe, director of the economies and a healthy and social development, but Office of Global Programs, the environment underpin pov- support and collaboration of speaker was introduced by Tor- erty eradication as well as the rest of the world is very ria Powell, a sophomore political social progress. important. Matthias Klettermayer speaking science major.  Universal. Challenges will  Peace, security, and human on Sustainable Development Klettermayer spoke on "The not be met unless all coun- rights are recognized as all Goals at the UN Lecture on United Nations and the Post- tries commit to action. But important for sustainable February 4, 2016. 2015 Sustainable Development Sustainable Development development. Goals." Sustainable development Goals (SDGs) need to take  Resources have to be mobi- nership will need to have as a is development that meets the into account the different lized from domestic and in- partner all of society. needs of the present without levels of development of ternational sources, and pub-  Leave no one behind. Pro- compromising the ability of countries. lic and private sectors. The gress needs to be measurable future generations to meet their  Negotiated. Involved 193 Agenda’s true test will be and measured, through dis- own needs. For sustainable de- member states and civil soci- implementation. aggregated data. velopment to be achieved, it is ety and stakeholders.  A truly effective global part- International Horizons Volume 4, Issues 2-3 Page 3

2016 Multicultural Festival Soars to New Heights On March 29, the 2016 arts performance group from Inc. (IREX) biology student Multicultural Festival was held Bogota, Colombia. They per- from Pakistan and Aubrey in the James L. Bolden Cam- formed “Mangrove Tales,” Wright, a junior history major. pus Union Ballroom. The which explores memory that The program continued with theme of this year’s Festival refuses to disappear, re- energetic line dancing per- was “Dancing Together Under examines myths, legends, danc- formed by members of the One Sky.” People around the es and music, and creates a Alcorn community and Israeli world dance for different rea- production where video and songs by Dr. David Goldblatt, sons and in different ways. light create luxurious, mutant associate professor of music. Some dances can express feel- and dynamic landscapes and a The final performance was a Felicia Harried as mistress of ings like love, sadness, anger, scenario that allows us to visu- Greek stroll by members of ceremonies at the annual Multi- or joy. Other dances can tell a alize these stories, while gener- the Alcorn National Pan- cultural Festival held at Alcorn story. People may dance as ating a reflection on present Hellenic Council. March 29, 2016. part of an important ceremony, time as well. La Quinta del The Festival continued with even as part of their religion. Lobo was brought to Alcorn in the participants enjoying post- The festival began with a cooperation with Mississippi ers, tables of displays, a multi- flag parade with excerpts from Cultural Crossroads, a non- media presentation of music the national anthems of the profit organization located in and dance videos from around countries represented. Wel- nearby Port Gibson, Mississip- the world, and a selection of come remarks were delivered pi. international food for the festi- by Dr. Dovi Alipoe, director of After the opening perfor- val attendees. the Office of Global Programs. mance, there was a Cultural The Multicultural Festival is Then, a proclamation from Fashion Show with interna- held every year as part of Al- Alcorn President Alfred Ran- tional attire modeled by stu- corn’s mission to prepare grad- A scene from Mangrove Tales by kins Jr. was read by Dr. dents, staff and faculty of Al- uates to be well-rounded future La Quinta del Lobo, the festival’s Donzell Lee, provost and vice- corn. Following the Show, leaders of high character and keynote performance. president for academic affairs, there was a Brazilian dance to be successful in the global declaring March 29, 2016 as performed by Mariana Mon- marketplace of the 21st centu- "Multicultural Day" and ac- teiro, the Portuguese Fublright ry. Knowing more about the knowledging its importance to Foreign Language Teaching world around them, the cul- Alcorn State University and the Assistant (FLTA), and her ture, the people, the language, surrounding communities. partner Fernando Martins, and all the different aspects Felicia Harried, user inter- who came from Brazil to per- that gives each country its face architect in the Center for form with Mariana in the Festi- unique identity will help pre- Information Technology Ser- val. After their dance, an east- pare our students for their fu- vices, was the mistress of cere- ern-western fusion song (mix ture in the world today. monies and introduced the of a Pakistani and an American The festival is an event that festival performances. The song) was performed by Inayat grows every year and encour- Mariana Monteiro and Fernando first was by La Quinta del Lo- Ullah, an International Re- ages others to learn about the Martins perform a Brazilian dance. bo, a professional electronic search and Exchanges Board, world and other cultures.

Dr. David Goldblatt singing an Festival attendees sample interna- Festival attendees and performers mingle while looking at the Israeli song, assisted by Abe- tional food. various exhibits and displays of represented countries. gayle Goldblatt. Page 4 International Horizons Volume 4, Issues 2-3

Cultural Fashion Show Boasts Diversity at Alcorn

Cultural Fashion Show participants are shown in the order they are described in the article below. Rani Panicker, organizer of the show, is shown on the far right.

The 2016 Multicultural Fes- ed with embroidery and mirror Naveed Khan, an IREX ly. The colors symbolize prosper- tival featured the popular Cul- work, and the attire went with exchange graduate student, ity and wealth. tural Fashion Show, under the a long scarf. This pattern and from Pakistan, majoring in Tristan Smith, freshman, ma- excellent direction of Rani Pan- style are worn widely in India, computer science, modeled a joring in physical and health edu- icker, Alcorn Extension data especially during formal occa- Panjabi “kurta,” the top shirt cation, was donned in a sandy- analyst. sions and parties. was called “kameez," the pants colored kaftan- style gown called Mohamed E l Kory Mo- Shreyas Thyagaraja, a gradu- are named “shalwar” and the “yelek” from Egypt. It was deco- hamed Lemine, the Arabic ate student in the Department cap is named "pathani topi." rated with colorful and delicate FLTA, modeled the traditional of Mathematics and Computer Men wear these on different hand embroidery. A head scarf attire for men from his country, Science, majoring in computer occasions like festive days and was tied around her face, in tradi- Mauritania. His outfit was sience, presented the Indian gatherings. tional manner. called a “boubou.” The trou- traditional attire made of raw Inayat Ullah, an IREX un- Vanessa Monge, a freshman sers worn underneath were silk, considered the clothing of dergraduate exchange student psychology major, modeled an called “seroual.” aristocracy. The top wear called from Pakistan, majoring in biol- outfit from the Republic of the Mario Martinez, a senior “sherwani,” was a long coat-like ogy, displayed his Pukhtoon Philippines. Women in the Phil- majoring in biology and a track garment. It was worn over traditional costume. The shirt ippines wear this traditional long and field athlete, wore a distinc- matching trousers, known as is named “kameez” and the dress for special occasions. The tive Arab outfit. Mario repre- “churidars.” matching trousers are called sleeves, referred to as "angel's sented the Republic of Yemen. Wallas-Kofi Segbefia, staff- “shalwar,” A shawl went with wings or butterfly wings" reflect The cream-colored robe was in- training in the Department it. Inayat's hand-made cap is Spanish influence in the Philip- called “kamees.” of Agriculture, appeared in his known as “pakool.” He also pines. Oluwafemi Oloko, graduate Ghanaian traditional attire, wore the Peshawari handmade Dr. Y an Meng from the De- student from the Department “kaftan.” This outfit was made shoes called “chappal.” This partment of Biotechnology dis- of Advanced Technologies, of fine blue cotton and decorat- attire is generally used for for- played a stylish Chinese tradition- presented Y oruba attire named ed with golden embroidery. In mal functions. al gown, mainly used as evening “dashiki” from Nigeria. The Ghana, the kaftan is worn for Y uliya Reed- Waddell, Eng- apparel, and its eye-catching ac- clothing was hand-woven on a special occasions by royalty and lish as a Second Language edu- cessories. The orange floral pur- traditional loom and his hand- members of high society. cator from the Office of Global ple “cheongsam,” also called made, matching hat, "abeti aja." Marlon Gray, a sophomore Programs, wore a traditional “qipao,” or a Mandarin gown, is a had triangular flaps. majoring in psychology, wore a woman's vest from her native, dress that illustrates the elegance Akshay Swaraj, an MBA traditional Kazakhstani gentle- central Asian country of Ka- of Chinese style. It had cap student from the Natchez cam- man's robe and a customary zakhstan. This type of vest is of sleeves, Mandarin collar, and high pus, modeled a maroon col- hat. The colors and the pattern antique style and Kazakh wom- slit on both sides. ored, Indian traditional shirt, symbolize prosperity and en have been using it historical- Edith Ezekwe, a faculty mem- named “kurta.” It was decorat- wealth. ber from the Department of Hu- International Horizons Volume 4, Issues 2-3 Page 5

Cultural Fashion Show Boasts Diversity at Alcorn (continued)

Tristan Smith models a “yelek” Vanessa Monge models a dress Dr. Y an Meng wearing a Edith Ezekwe displaying a from Egypt. from the Philippines. “cheongsam” from China. blouse and skirt from Nigeria.

Katrina Blackmore wearing a Anna Kazarina models a Rani Panicker models a Marlon Gray displaying a tradi- “agbada,” traditional attire of “sarafan,” a traditional Russian “lehenga choli,” a traditional tional Kazakhstani gentleman's Togo. dress. outfit from India. robe and a customary hat. man Sciences, presented a strik- al agriculture economics dis- Anna Kazarina, a junior church or other similar func- ing orange-colored long skirt played a traditional gown from majoring in environmental sci- tion. and blouse, custom-made in Ghana. It was turquoise blue in ence, displayed a long, red tra- Rani Panicker, Extension Nigeria. It was decorated with color and stitched with eye- ditional Russian jumper dress data analyst, modeled “lehanga gold and silver brocade and is catching, golden embroidery. named “sarafan.” Her head- choli,” a traditional outfit of used for formal events. Her Brittni's matching accessories dress, primarily worn in north- Indian women. This traditional accessories included Nigerian included a gold necklace and ern Russia, accompanied the wear with thread-work and jewelry, Italian handbag and teardrop earrings. “sarafan.” The white shirt un- sequins is used for parties and shoes. In her hand was the Ms. Katrina Blackmore der the dress is named the formal occasions. The flared unique golden horsetail called from the Department of Agri- “rubaha.” long skirt is called “lehenga.” “aka,” which is used in Igbo culture & Research is showing Donna Hayden, chief infor- The top blouse, is named (pronounced Eebo) tradition off a stylishly, traditional attire mation officer in the Center for “choli.” The matching shawl, for special occasions. known as an “agbada” dress Information Technology Ser- “chunni,” is adjustable to dif- Brittni Echols, graduate from the western Africa coun- vices, wore a typical American ferent styles. student majoring in internation- try of Togo. outfit that would be worn for Page 6 International Horizons Volume 4, Issues 2-3

Business Name The mission of the Office of Global Programs is to facilitate global engagement through the infusion of relevant international content, Multicultural and International Affairs Building activities and knowledge to advance internationalization. The 1000 ASU Drive, #1109 office coordinates and spearheads activities related to five major Lorman, MS 39096 unit goals in support of the University's mission. For more infor- Phone: 601-877-6533 mation, visit www.alcorn.edu. FAX: 601-877-4189 Our Staff Email: [email protected] Dr. Dovi Alipoe - Director of Global Programs We’re on the Web! http://www.alcorn.edu/academics/schools/areas/land- Zandra Lowe - Data Manager grant-programs/global-programs/index.aspx Yuliya Reed-Waddell - English as a Second Language (ESL) Educator Peggi Wolfe - Global Programs Specialist/Global Classroom

Check out our website for additional information on services, scholarships, pictures and international opportunities. Offering the world at your doorstep! International Notes In April, Global Programs America Irradiation and Fumi- organized a field trip to USDA gation facilities. APHIS PPQ (Animal and Plant In her PowerPoint presenta- Health Inspection Plant Protec- tion, Ms. Macdonald highlight- tion and Quarantine) in Gulf- ed the mission of USDA APHIS port, Mississippi. The field trip and more specifically the activi- was part of the implementation ties of the PPQ section. PPQ of a pilot project funded by the "safeguards U.S. agriculture and ARD {Association of Research natural resources against the Directors) from USDA APHIS entry (through imports), estab- and FAS (Foreign Agricultural lishment, and spread of econom- Ryan Hollingsworth, vice president of operations at Gateway Service). This new initiative is ically significant pests; thus, fa- America (left) and Howard Glenn Broussard, supervisory CBP expected to lead a certificate cilitating the safe trading of agri- agriculture specialist (2nd from left) explain irradiation and fumi- program in Global Perspectives. cultural products." Eleven students attended the Howard Broussard, superviso- gation procedures for agricultural products to students. trip. The program’s itinerary ry CBP (Customs and Border America Facility, Ryan Hol- al imports or exports that have included a presentation by Beth Protection) agriculture specialist lingsworth, vice president of to go through quarantine. Ann MacDonald, plant health for the Department of Home- operations explained to the safeguarding specialist, a tour of land Security, led the tour of the group the irradiation and fumi- the Port and a tour of Gateway Port facilities. At the Gateway gation procedures for agricultur-

World Current Events Question Upcoming Event In spring 2016, an alert was issued about a new virus that spread The Russian Summer Language Insti- to the United States from Latin America. The virus is called: tute will again be offered for the second summer session. There will be a lim- a. Hantavirus ited number of $600 stipends available b. Ebola to students on a first-come, first-served

c. Zika basis and based on academic qualifica-

c c d. Dengue Answer: tions. Please register early.