Michelle Patmon: MBC Alumni Honored Miss Morris Brown College 1984 by Danita C. Davis John F. Kennedy. "Ask not what president in the country. The Morris Brown College Morris Brown can do for you, but The program ended with brief Pre-Alumni Council, students what you can do for Morris remarks from Dr. Calvert H. and faculty members gathered Brown, it’s your decision." Smith, president of Morris on Tuesday, October 30th at Attorney Del Marie Griffin Brown College and Charles W. 11:00 A.M. in Viola Hill who graduated from the college Moore, president of the National Auditorium to honor three of in 1979 with a degre in Accoun­ Alumni Association. the college's alumni. ting went on to earn a law degree The program began with the from the University of Georgia. indication of the pre-alumni Attorney Griffin is also involved The council officers for the 1984-85 with such organizations as the year with Miss Valoria Robinson NAACP and Operation Push. Wolverine being sworn in as president and Dr. Robert E. James graduated Miss Keena Garner, vice presi­ from Morris Brown College in Observer dent. Awards were later 1968 with a bachelor of Arts presented to the alumni: Miss degree in Business Administra­ Staff Phyllis Berry, Attorney Del Marie tion. Dr. James is presently the Griffin and Dr. Robert E. James. president of Carver State Bank Extends Miss Berry, who graduated and is also publisher of the from Morris Brown College in Savannah Tribune. James has Seasons 1975 with a degree in Business received numerous awards, Administration is now trainee­ some of which include Who’s Greetings^ manager of the Atlanta Gas Light Who Among Students In 1967-68 Company. Berry addressed the and Who’s Who in Georgia. In students with a quote similar to 1978 Dr. James was recognized as Altf' that of the late former president being the youngest black band

1984 black and silver Fiat, Alas, our queen to be has by Student Government Associa­ Sealed with a kiss from President Calvert Smith, Michelle Patmon her choosing, and received roses come. She is ready to begin her tion President David Kinchen, begins her reign as Miss Morris Brown College 1984-85. and a kiss from tuxedo clad journey through the rites of and Ricardo Lewis offered a gents. I never knew queens queenship, for she is about to tribute in song. danced so well. Have you ever become the official Miss Morris Coronation 1984: seen such a coronation? Brown College. After the singing of thecollege Finally the moment of destiny Despite this being her crow­ Alma Mater, a reception was arrived. The Royal Court ning moment, Michelle still held in the lower level of John A Classic Dream appeared to take its rightful possessed the same bubbly smile Henry Lewin Gymnasium. This place in the annals of history. that is her trademark. year’s coronation was a classic by Michael Phillips audience that was mesmerized Led by their attendants, the As Michelle ascended to her dream full of beauty fair — 42 of When the history of Morris by that "Morris Brown mysti­ second attendant to Miss Morris destiny, Miss Morris Brown them! Such dreams do not come Brown College’s second century que.” Brown College Elect, Rhodesia College 1983-84 removed her along often. They’re coming true is written, a special notation Royal greetings were given by Ashe and the first attendant crown and ended a year that all is even rarer. But such was the should be made about this year’s Stephen Reid andLisaMariaHill. Phyllis Hall were presented to Brownites could be proud of. case at Morris Brown College on coronation. Under the guidance The colors were presented by the audience. Both were dressed The Royal Crowning was done the first day of the eleventh and direction of Kelvin Grayson, the ROTC and the ever present in matching purple ball gowns. by new college president Dr. month. Michelle, Phyllis, and Brownites witnessed one of the prayer was said. As a rule of nature, all good Calvert Smith, who "crowned Rhodesia — dreamladies all — best choreographed crownings Royal guests were things must end. This was the our new queen with honor and The Royal Court for 1984-85. of a Morris Brown College acknowledged and the mistress realization, as the lovely Sonya pride.” Sealed with a kiss from queen in our 103 year history. On and masters of ceremony, Valen­ Hudson, Miss Morris Brown President Smith, Michelle Pat­ Kelvin Grayson, the creator of the evening of Thursday, cia Williams, Matthew Bailey, College 1983-84 made the final mon began her reign as the this classic dream, leaves advice November 1, at 8:00 p.m., spec­ and Christopher Tard were in­ walk down the aisle to her official Miss Morris Brown to other Brownites on how to tators watched a masterpiece troduced. throne, Dressed in a sleek black College for 1984-85. create another classic next year, come together that was The Royal Court then gown and looking every bit the Complete with her cape, “My advice would betotry toget culminated by the official crow­ appeared clad in tights to per­ queen she is. It is hard to let such crown, and septor, the new reliable people to help, be ning of Miss Morris Brown form their "Dream Girls” skit. a women give up the throne, but, queen took her first walk among versatile, use your creativity, and College Elect, 1984-85 Michelle The queens and all loyal alas, we await Michelle! her beloved family. Michelle, that person must be dedicated, Patmon. By decree it was subjects enjoyed the soothing As the Ladies-in-Waiting, Kim who possesses a strong black persistant, and rely on God.” witnessed by all her loyal sub­ vocals of Monica Mason and Taylor and Gwinette Barnes consciousness, in her accep­ jects. Billy Barlow. The Sinfonettes also entered the gymnasium the tance speech said she was When asked how he came up This year’s theme was “A provided a sizzling dance tribute audience knew the waiting had grateful to be crowned queen at with the concept, Grayson Classic Dream of Beauty Fair” and the music was provided by ended. Michelle would appear a historical black college and replied, "Bascially, I just wanted and highlighted MBC beauties as Cedric Evans. to us. But from where? At that could think of no higher honor. to do something different from they paraded down the aisle. As the queens were in­ moment the spotlight was drawn She also acknowledged the the other coronations. I didn’t Each queen performed her own troduced, the audience was to the entrance on the right of struggle of those blacks who get it from anywhere else, it just special routine. Club queens, captivated by the beauties fair. the stage as Michelle Patmon, have sacrificed to make black came from my imagination. My greek queens, and class queens As each queen was introduced, Miss Morris Brown College Elect colleges possible. main goal was to highlight the (42 in all) were presented to an she "did her thing” to a song of was chauffuered - Riding in a The tribute of gifts were given talent of the queens.” Page 2 The Wolverine Observer December 14, 1984 President's A Royal n Editors Homecoming 7 Decree Message From T« Homecoming The Queens Message

by Michael Phillips The next four years of black life in America will not be easy As Homecoming 1984-85 has and we need to "come home” to come and gone it was good to this fact. We also need to decide see so many old friends who as Trans Africa director Randall have graduated and gone on to Robinson says, "We are in this President Calvert H. Smith graduate school oremployment. truggle for the long haul.” It is with pleasure that I extend It was also good to see many Whenever we go back to our greetings to all of the Morris faithful alumni come back to home towns across the country Brown College family during the rally behind the efforts of Dr. or state we always “come home” 1984 Homeocoming season. It Calvert Smith and the rest of the to certain realities and truths was with a great sense of pride, MBC family to save our institu­ about ourselves, loved ones, and humility and willingness to serve tion. We may have lost the game friends. We must now do the that I accepted the position but we had fun watching the best same in the group context and President of Morris Brown homecoming parade in the city look critically at our "future” in College. The legacy of Morris The Royal Court of Morris Brown College. (I to rJRhodesia Ashe, and we had the best concert that the United States. So let's all Brown coupled with the mission Second Attendant; Michelle Patmon, Miss Morris Brown College this campus has seen in the last come home to the struggle for 1984-85; and Phyllis Hall, First Attendant. of the institution serve as great five years! freedom, justice, and equality. incentives for us to provide Homecoming '84 was also Welcome home Brownites! It is with the utmost pride, I think that this year’s strong leadership for those for unique in that it was the week On the social front we must graciousness and humbleness Homecoming activities were the whom we serve. As we survey the prior to the national electionson develop an organized response that I accept the prestigious title best since myyearsatBrown!!!! I accomplishments of the past, our November 6th. Ronald Reagan to racist violence and the of Miss Morris Brown College for feel that the concert capped most important link lies ahead to has been re-elected (I told you political hypocricy of white the 1984-85 school year. Being everything off. The students prepare our youth to shape the so) to another term and it wasn't liberals. I predict an increase in crowned queen is one of the were on their best behavior that future. even close (I also told you that). both. On the international scene greatest honors that can be day and that night. I was proud, Higher education today is When we talk about coming we MUST take a position against bestowed upon a young lady as I am always, to say that “I AM A facing a tremendous challenge. BROWNITE” home in 1984 we also need to the South African apartheid during her college tenure and I Recruitment, excellence, realize that America is a changed regime and its U.S. supporters. will wear my crown, as the creative academic programs and nation and it is changing for the Remember, until ALL of Africa is queens before me with the Phyllis Monique Hall — 1st insuring that a strong faculty and worse as far as minorities are free, We in America will Never utmost pride, dignity and Attendent to Miss Morris Brown staff exist to serve our students concerned. Now more than ever be free. We must also take action respect. are but a few of the day to day black college alumni must rally to aid our starving brothers and Being able to assume a challenges involved in main­ behind our colleges before they sisters in Ethiopia. To say its too leadership role such as that of taining a strong viable are cut out of existence. We can bad is not enough. We must act being Queen of a black institu­ educational institution. My com­ look forward to no favors from and send some kind of aid to tion which has lived and breath­ mitment as President of Morris ed for more than 100 years lies on this administration. We must also these people. Contained in this The Soul Vegetarian Brown College is focused on the the sacrifices of my great people. question the present political issue you will find stories that will Restaurant located at 551 Ashby execution of excellence as we At this time let us not forget strategy and whether we can address these issues and St., Atlanta, Georgia consists of endeavor to offer a high quality ourforefathersand mothers who really get the desired results in hopefully prick your conscience. all natural vegetarian cuisine a of education for our present and have paved the way for us by the Democratic Party as it Needless to say, we know we true delicacy formulated prospective students. giving their very lives and souls operates presently. We’d better have a fight on our hands in this specifically to enlighten your The success of Morris Brown for the purpose of insuring their start working now, black country as America speeds taste buds and keep you alive College and Of all of its children and their children’s America because 1987 will be too steadily to the right and becomes and healthy. We feature the most educational ventures includes children a better way of life. If it late! more conservative. satisfying and unique dishes working together in a strong were not for the unknown and anywhere, like Bar-B-Que Twist, bond of unity with our alumni, known Martin's, Malcolm’s, Kalebone (protein roast) NOW SERVING THE AU CENTER students and friends. We must all Truth’s, Bethune’s Tubman's and sandwiches, Battered FISH-CHICKEN-DELI lend a hand if our students are to Evers we would not be here in Mushroom Baskets and of Platter and Sandwiches — Shrimp Hushpupies & Fries have an opportunity to prosper celebration of the crowning of a course, Delicious Soybean Ice Within Walking Distance and continue to contribute to a Queen of a black historic institu­ Cream (100% natural no Milk or Parking Available society that needs them. With tion. Eggs. Open Tuesday thru Satur­ Desserts - Ice Cream (tub dipped), shakes, sundaes, cones, the outstanding support of the In accepting this title I give day 11:00 to 11:00 PM Natural Pastries - Carrot Cakes, Pound Cake, & Bean Pies. college family, we will be able to honor to Cod, who has brought Sunday 5:00 to 11:00 PM STUDENT Discounts — The price is right, spend a little — get a effectively and efficiently ad­ me so far and praise to my Monday — Closed lot — Mon-Wed- W/ID — After Athletic Events/with student dress the needs of our students. mother, whose love and en­ For carry out orders Call 752- passes Call Ahead - 584-0316 The vitality of our college will couragement transcends all that 5194 Four Piers Seafood depend upon the collective is remotely possible. My accep­ Also, at the same residence 124 Northside Dr. N.W. support of all of our alumni and tance of this honor would not be Boutique Africa, featuring all friends. complete without giving a cultural African clothing and sincere Thank You to my fellow accessories. We stock 100% The Wolverine Observer classmates who loyally sup­ natural fabriconly, thus enabling Editorial Staff Photographers Business Manager Anthony Hytche ported me. your skin to breathe and ex­ Editor-in-Chiei Roland Reed Hiram Andrdes Kate Stewart amplify that healthy glow. Michael Phillips James Chelleyo Advertising Manager Danita Davis Michelle Patmon Reporting Editor Typists Kathy Lightfoot Tonia Mitchell African sculpture, paintings and Camilla Clay Earl Savage Office Manager Steffon McIntosh other artifacts from the conti­ Photo Editor Vincent Harris Lisa Thomas Louisa McCoullaugh Roland Reed Darryl Belton Reporters Yvonne Lawson nent are designed to keep you Political Perspective Valoria Johnson Valoria Robinson Brian Holloway looking and feeling like Kings Advisor: Lovincey Brown Noran Moffett and Queens. The Wolverine Observer is designed to inofrm the students, faculty and administration of Morris Brown College, and to serve as a communication channel between the Morris Brown family and the community. The Wolverine Observer Open Tuesday thru Saturday reserves the right to edit articles. Opinions expressed in articles and letters are those of the author and do not necessarily 11:00 to 8:00 PM. reflect either the opinions or policies of the college. Sunday 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Members of the Georgia College Press Association Award Winning Newspaper Monday — Closed December 14, 1984 The Wolverine Observer Page 3 Editorial Comments and Letters

Improvements in Register for Christmas . . . Food Service Selective An Expression

Dear Brownites, support given us by our new college president, and you can Service On behalf of the Food Service be looking for surveys which will of Love Committee, I would like to let be circulated to the student you - the student body - know body. Your demands are our Dear Editor: by Phillip Griffin each of us. That we should what measures are being taken. concerns. remember God's Expression of When the committee first Things have been bad for a This year, two million young When speaking of Christmas Love. The Bible tells us in John started meeting, we made a list of long time as far as our cafeteria is men will turn 18 and be required there are many opinions as to 3:16, "God so loved the World short term goals to be met. The concerned - and we know to register with SelectiveService. what Christmas really means. that He gave His only begotten following deadlines weresetand nothing changes overnight. But Now, you might think that There are some views that it Son that whosoever believe in met: for establishing more diver­ we also know that as J-iuman nearly all young men are aware should be changed but on the Him should not perish but have sity in the menu - October 1: the beings, we deserve the best of this important legal require­ other hand most people ap­ everlasting life.” So, this is what posting of menus - September possible treatment! ment. Our experience is that preciate it the way it is. Christmas is all about. 24; equipping all employees with Our ultimate goal is to keep some are not. Although our Recently, a Nationally known We come together to uniforms - September 24; equip­ the students informed about program is an extremely Atheist stated that it was wrong celebrate the birthday of the ping all employees with un­ what is going on with our food successful one — with 96% to display Nativity scenes as Messiah, the Redeemer, the iforms - September 26 and seeing service. This committee is work­ compliance — we have a con­ decoration in public places. It Saviour, the Hope of man. With to the cleanliness of the kitchen ing full-force, and we will not stantly changing audience that was also said that we should not this in mind when we think of and dining room on September take "no” for an answer. The we must reach. infringe our beliefs on others. Christmas we can think, that 24th. food service, along with the You would be doing your With some occasions this could there is a power above man who Although we are happy that college administration, will be readers a great service by run­ be true but with Christmas it is can supply our every need. our demands have been met, we held accountable. ning one of the enclosed ad not possible. We must There is a friend who can solve are by no means stopping there. In closing, we’d like to remind slicks in your school paper to remember that the Nativity all our problems. There is Our long term plans include: you that the responsibility goes remind them to register with scene is what Christmas is all someone to care, someone to establishing equality of service both ways. If this committee is Selective Service within 30 days about. This scene is a model of share, all your troubles, like no and food preparation between going to continue to make of their 18th birthday. This is the Night in Bethlehem when other can do. He’ll brush the student and faculty dining halls: demands, then the students must especially important now that Jesus Christ was born. It sym­ tears from your eyes, you’ll be modifying lines to shorten do their part. Federal financial aid and job­ bolizes the visit of the shepards His child and he cares for you. waiting periods; keeping the Brownites, please help us in training benefits are coupled and the wisemen who came to God expresses His love to us, but kitchen and dining hall our efforts by taking up your with the registration require­ worship the newborn King. what will we say in return? Merry operating on high levels; im­ trays when you leave the ment. This scene sends a message to Christmas, Morris Brown! proving staff attitudes; ensuring cafeteria. You’ll be hearing more Thank you for your support. periodic pest control; improving from us. communication between the Sincerely, fJcacc (On îEartlj, school and management, and Sincerely, increasing the size of food Thomas K. Turnage portions for students. Stephen Reid, Chairman (Sonò Will èmuarùn Itìcti We are encouraged by the Food Service Committee SPEAK-UP —f A Plea for Ethiopia I cannot stop a war. I am too for those whowillandareableto infamous ghettos and our own WHAT WAS YOUR OPINION God’s help!” small. I cannot prevent work. There are aid programsfor poor, our land is nourished by OF REGISTRATION AND HOW Terrye Lee, Greenwood, Ga. - hurricanes or tornados. I am too those who cannot or will not. warm light and cool waters. Our CAN IT BE IMPROVED??? Fr. - "If the people in the human. I cannot fill thebelliesof There are soup lines and halfway harvests are bountiful; there is so Business Office got their stuff starving people with food. I am houses and "street kitchens” for much for which we should be Willie Farmer, Thomasville,Ga together, it will be alright.” one and too poor. But I can and those willing to swallow empty grateful. How long will America - Jr. "It has improved greatly.” Stacey Ambrose, St. Croix, VI - do feed one child, my own. pride tofilltheirstomachs.There be smiled upon if she gives not Alexander Reese, Sparta, Ga. - Jr. - "Okay, for one thing, they Three times a day, her stomach is are human beings in America that which has been so freely Jr. - "It can improve by having need to work in shifts.” filled with vegetables and meat who care for other human given to her? more days.” Thecla McCulloh, Fairfax, Ala. and bread. When she can eat no beings. There is famine in the We cannot end the wars of Candace Fields, Miami, Fl - Fr. - Fr. - “I think it was very more, she pushes back the plate land of Ethiopia. others without fighting. We -"It needs great improvements.” unorganized and it took too with food remaining and lends Famine. The earth has yielded cannot prevent natural disasters Patrice Ayers, Gary, Ind. - Fr. - long. I feel they should get better her attention to other things. not fruit to this country and her from occurring. But, my heart is "The attitudes of those working organized and get more per­ More important things. Roller people are starving. They are not shamed to knwo our coffers are it was very bad, they need the sonnel and start on time.” skating on cement with her hungry. They are dying. Not full to overflowing while fellow improvements.” Stephanie Winston, Fairfax, girlfriends. Going to the movies. from the hatred and confusion of human beings are starving to Phyllis Hill, Thomasville, Ga. - Ala - "It needs more organiza­ Talking in whispers about boys. petty minded men who battle for death. Fr. - “Extend the days.” tion. There is a need for another Food is not on her mind. Food power are they dying. Not from America, a test of your very Monique Lester, Hackinsace, system so we don’t have to go has no relevance for her except pestilence or disease or foundation is before you. In N.J. - Fr. - "It was very hectic for through such a long line and the when it is time to eat and that ferocious storms are they dying. exchange for your help there will incoming Freshmen. To improve faculty should change their at­ time is whenever she is ready. They are not dying because the be no oil, no strategic land on it I think that there should be titudes. That time is any time for any one time to die has come. They are which to base our weaponry; no alphabetized lines and extended Derrick A. Pope, Atlanta, Ga. - of us in America. Our blessings in dying from STARVATION. gold or jewels or precious days." Jr. - Although registration has this country are so great and so According to Webster’s Dic­ minerals will be forfeited and Ricky Kitchen, Tifton,Ga. - Jr. - improved greatly, or maybe one many that we take for granted tionary, starvation means “to there are no communists to “I like the way it is now. I only has come accustomed to it. the necessities in life. The simple perish with hunger; also, to conquer. Ethiopia has but one wish they wouldn't go by the There is room for improvement. things like food and clothing and suffer extreme hunger.” thing to offer America. A good alphabet it should be first come, Initially, the printed schedule shelter. Ethipoian people are this minute feeling. A hero’s feeling. first served.” should be adhered to. Secondly, My child does not know what suffering extreme hunger. America, I beseech you to feed Henry McCoy, Evanston, III. - the process should be extended it means to be hungry. Never has Thousands of Ethiopian children the starving people of Ethiopia. Jr. - Pre-registration should be at least two days. she been naked in the cold or will die today with bloated Interested students and faculty set up so that once you pre­ Larry D. Hannans, Dayton, Fl. - without shelter in the rain. We bellies and bulging eyes. can make donations to The register all you have to do is go to Fr. - Totally mad and ridiculous. are nor rich and we have certain­ Thousands of Ethiopian people Catholic Relief Fund at P.O. Box your classes. Not enough staff to handle the ly been poorer. However, poor will perish unless we do 2045, Church St. Station NY, N.Y. Angela Holley, Bainbridge, crowd. Just was not prepared. in America is not vaguely com­ something to help. And we must 10008 or World Vision Inter­ Ga. - Fr. - "It was an awful thing! I 9:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Entirely too parable to destitute in other do something. America is a national, 919 W. Huntington Dr. It can only be improved with long!!! countries. There are jobs here blessed country. Even with our Monrovia, CA 91016. Page 4 The Wolverine Observer December 14, 1984 Political Perspective

by Noran Moffett There were indeed some omniformity,which isthemosaic brothers and sisters who are unity and Homecoming of un­ This issue of our paper is highlights of this annual occa­ of society. fighting the same “White measurable magnitude. dedicated to our school’s sion. One such event was during We as African Americans Manifesto.” Homecoming. Most of us iden­ the homecoming assembly when should be the last people to Just for one moment ask tify with Homecoming being a the Captain of the Fightin’ discriminate whether covert or yourself why white western social event. But what about Wolverines made a statement of overt. This includes students, Democracies are against Libyan those of us who pay homage to unity. Leon Winfrey, who dis­ instructors, staff, and administra­ leader Khaddify; PLO leader the overall significance of the played a vast composite of unity tion, because we all suffer. My Arafat; Nicaraguan leader process of Homecoming. when he stated, “I wish he had respect and appreciation goes to Ortega and the American Actually a synonym of unity at Morris Brown and hope those students, instructors, and government and media are homecoming would be a reu­ that one day 1 can return to administrators who were in against Minister Farrakhan? We nion (institutional reunion) of Morris Brown and there is some attendance at the Homecoming cannot afford to assimilate these the Morris Brown family. Our unity.” There was a revelation in Assembly. We often try to screen type opinions without having a family should be about the this brother’s perspective that people — according to whether Homecoming with of our own, process of healing our pierced the hearts of those in they are this or that. minus both western and Com­ differences, maintaining our attendance. It was most ap­ The speaker, Bro. Edward munist influences. relations, and to ever perpetuate propriate that our football team Muhammad made a clear obser­ It is not an accident that unity. be honest in this observation of vation when he noted that it isn’t throughout the south white On November 1,1984, at 11:00 Homecoming. every college that will invite a people have Confederate flags in a.m. there was a Homecoming Victor Scott also conveyed his Muslim to speak. If we at this their cars. Statues in owner of the assembly. The theme was: “Stu­ sentiment about homecoming level do not put a stop to this confederate soldier at dent Unity for Homecoming and unity. Believe me there was a single mindness and start courthouses and city halls; or Beyond.” Given the nature of strong feeling of family at this promoting polymorphism our even state holidays in honor of the occassion, this type of moment. The reason being there future in America will resemble Jefferson Davis (who committed assembly would seem to have was an exchange on com­ the buffalo. a greater crime than Benedict prevalence. munication. This is a necessary Our single purpose should be Arnold). While strolling around the aggregate of unity for to recognize and confront this I would think that all Black campus during the week of Homecoming and Beyond. neo-colonialism and covert people would understand that Homecoming, many of my Just as our institution can not racism we are victimized by they (we) came from Africa, fellow students made these types exist with a monolithic daily. would honor the red, black, and of remarks, “This Homecoming curriculum. We should begin to The fact that this country, green colors of African unity, is really dead.” Even an alumnus embrace the heterogenity of according to the experts, has stand and sing the Black National made like remarks. Considering ideologies of the Morris Brown adopted conservatism is a strong Anthem, as most of us do the Star the era of our school’s history it is family. I would hate to think that message that must make a Spangled Banner. Only when we of greater significance to be in a Morris Brown College rewarded greater Homecoming for all return to this practice will we state of Homecoming. single mindness and repressed Black people and our other begin to experience a spiritual Rooszon Reed is all smiles. Mondale Choice of Minorities Major Population AUC Students In U.S. Cities by Valoría Robinson process, that’s all the more reason to take extra precautions. On November 1, 1984, Morris That's especially so if you want by Michael Phillips increases among blacks are due in 1970. Brown College sponsored a your vote to count. Also, those A recent article published in mainly to whites leaving the San Antonio is 62 percent, mock presidential election. This students voting for the first time American Demographies city.” up from 53 percent mock election was held primarily will know what to do on election Magazine indicates that He also points out that many Detroit is 67 percent minori­ for four reasons; 1( to show a day. minorities are now a majority in blacks are leaving major ty, up from 46 percent. preference of presidential elec­ The mock election ran 25 of the USA’s largest cities — northern cities such as Chicago Figures for 25 of the USA’s tors, 2) to familiarize students smoothly. There were several including four of the top ten. and New York to come to the largest cities are available in the with the proper voting opinions expressed on the sub­ Blacks, Hispanics and Asians south and that other minorities chart below. procedures, 3) to weigh the ject of politics which brought made up a majority in only nine have supplemented blacks who In 25 USA cities fo 100,000, opinions expressed on political forth many important issues. cities with more than 100,000 migrate. "Hispanics and Asians people in 1970, says the article’s are increasing their population minority populations have in- issues throughout the campus, Listeners either took a stand­ according to author John Kasarda of the in the country, therefore their creased since 1970, and 4) to motivate the students to point, thoroughly listened to the 1980 Census. Here are the University of North Carolina. numbers have increased in the vote in the November 6th what was said and decided from cities and increases Kasarda, who analyzed 1980 cities. They are coming over here general election. there, or made no comments. % minority because of the so-called Polling sites were set up out­ Mental attitudes varied in that census data, says his numbers 1980 side of the school’s cafeteria. some students favored the show true minority populations economic opportunities that are East Los Angeles 96 Approximately 1098 students Republican Party, some students for the first time because census here for them." Miami 81 When asked what he thinks attend Morris Brown and all favored the Democratic Party, data include many Hispanics Newark, N.J. 78 American cities may look like ten Gary, Ind. 78 were invited to cast their votes some strongly believed in being among the white population, years from now Dr. Jones Hialiah, Fla. 76 for either President Ronald independent, while others more depending on how Hispanics replied, that he anticipates a Washington 74 Reagan or candidate Walter easily remained neutral. filled in the 1980 Census form. Minority populations have in­ "white flight” back intothecities Honolulu 73 Mondale. Out of the number of The results of the mock elec­ Atlanta 68 creased in almost all USA cities which will result from new urban students enrolled, 271 of 17% tion proved that there is some El Paso, Texas 67 development, regentrification, expressed their preferences. interest of politics existing on since 1970, adds Kasarda. Detroit 67 relining, and gerrymandering. Fourteen of 5% of students that Black campuses. Students have Despite the highly visible Oakland, Calif. 65 "I don'tthink white Americans voted showed a preference for clearly expressed their movement of some young white Paterson, N.J. 64 will give up the cities because of President Reagan and 257 of 95% preference through their vote. professionals into cities, that is San Antonio, Texas 62 poor minority populations. The 60 showed preference for Walter Hopefully, students will con­ overwhelmed by the continuing New Orleans movement of middle income minority percentages will Chicago 57 Mondale. tinue to educate themselves in probably stabalize and decrease. Baltimore 57 Surprisingly enough, two politics and make themselves whites to suburbs, exurbs, and outlying areas," Kasarda says. I also think you will see more Oxnard, Calif. 57 ballots were cancelled because count. On November 6th the Birmingham, Ala. 56 Dr. Marcus Jones of the Social whites returning to major urban of improper voting procedures. number of students to vote for Santa Ana, Calif. 56 areas which may result in some Sure, enough voting is a very their choice of presidential can­ Relations Department says that Hartford, Conn. 55 social unrest in the cities.” simple and relatively easy didate greatly increase. he would probably agree with Richmond, Va. 53 the figures of the study. In the USA’s largest cities: Corpus Christi, Texas 53 "Among blacks the percen­ Los Angeles minorities make Los Angeles 52 GIVE THE UNITED WAY© tage increase and the actual up 52 percent, compared to 37 Savannah, Ga. 51 increase is different. When you percent in 1970. Jersey City, N.J. 51 WORKING TOGETHER Chicago is 57 percent look at actual increases it’s just Source: American Demographics IS WORKING WONDERS. birth rates. However percentage minority compared to 41 percent December 14, 1984 The Wolverine Observer Page 5 AABJ Holds Eighth Annual Awards Program

by Kate Stewart response to winning four "Day Care Death.” College Alumni, from WAGA-TV Hospital.” The Photojournalism awards, Taylor said, "I am The Editorial Award was won won the Special Event (Broad­ (Still) Award was given to William The Atlanta Association of honored. The most special one by Cynthia Tucker from the cast) Award for his coverage Bridges from Atlanta Journal Black Journalists held its Eighth was the award for the Benjamin Atlanta Journal Constitution for “Civil Rights Act.” The Morris Constitution for his portofolio. Annual Pioneer Black Journalists Mays story and the one for the her editorial “A Change of Heart Brown College administration, Judges consisted of JOUR­ Awards Program on Saturday, San Francisco Convention at Adloph Coors?" faculty and students are proud of NALISTS FROM WVTM-TV, November 17,1984. The purpose because is showed the power of Maynard Eaton fromWXIA-TV him. Heath talked about his start, WJRD Radio, Birmingham News, of this program is to honor the black vote. I think 1984 has won two awards. The first one “I started in high school back in WBRC-Radio, Alabama Public Atlanta’s black communicator’s been verry important for the was the Breaking News Broad­ 1958 at the Atlanta World.” He TV, WBRC-TV, Down Home for their outstanding work in black journalist. They have had cast (Television) for his story added that the black press is a Magazine, WZZK-Radio, WSGN- print and broadcast journalism to include us more. The com­ "Ferraro Visit.” The second was valuable asset "because the Radio, Central Bank Alabama and public relations. munity has demanded that more Broadcast Spot News (Television) black press teaches you to do a Gas Company and Birmingham Monica Kaufman of WSB of us be included. But we still for his story “Betty Talmadge.” lot of things. Heath gave the Post Herald. Television won the Pioneer haven't gotten where we need to Breaking News Broadcast following advice to students, Commenting on what the Award. This award is presented be.” (Radio) Award was presented to “work hard, read all you can and awards meant for black jour­ to an individual who has made The Breaking Print News Tracy Gray from WAOK for his keep up with current events.” nalists, Roy Patterson, AABJ outstanding contributions for Award was won by Steve Harvey coverage on “Jackson Secures The Public Relations Award Vice-Chairman, said, “We’re over five years in the area of from the Atlanta Journal Con­ Release of Robert Goodman.” was given to Bunnie Jackson way behind. We have to run communications. In addition, stitution for his article "Georgia Jocelyn Dorsey from WSB-TV Ransom from First Class Incor­ faster to catch up and that’s the AABJ presented a $500.00 House Okays Day for Dr. M.L. won theBroadcastDocumentary poration for her campaign across the board.” When asked if scholarship to a minority student King.” (Television) Award for her "Cameo Continuous Promo­ he worried about deregulation attending a Georgia-based Print News Feature was won by coverage “Thiokoispecial edi­ tion.” and court decisions that take school. The winner of this Renee’ Turner from the Atlanta tion.” blacks out of ownership, he scholarship was Lori Boyer, a Journal Constitution for her The Broadcast Feature (Televi­ Sports Reporting (Print) was replied, “It does worry me Junior at Spelman College. article “Winds of Change.” sion) Award was won by Willis won by Earnest Reese from the because it allows those who want Awards were also given to by Community/Public Affairs Perry from Cable News Network Atlanta Journal Constitution for to hide an excuse not to hire.” ABBJ to the finalists. Myrna (Television) Award was won by for his feature "Grenada Mental his article “Inside Recruiting.” Taylor of station WVEE won the Sidmel Estes-Sumpter from Hospital.” Sports Reporting (Broadcast) The Atlanta Association of Community/Public Affairs WAGA-TV for his story "Dr. Rhonda Copenny from the was given to Les Montgomery Black Jounralists is open to (but (Radio) Award for her story on Benjamin Mays.”. Com­ Department of PublicSafety won from WSB-TV forhis story “Wen- not limited to) members of the David Samples, the Broadcast munity/Public Affairs (Print) two awards. One was the Special dall Scott Profile.” working press. Any person who Spot News (Radio) Award for Award was won by Peter Scott Event (Print) Award for her There was a tie for the Photo is involved in gathering, dis­ coverage of the Democratic from Atlanta Journal Constitu­ article, “Preview of American lournalism (Cinematography) seminating, distributing or National Convention, Broadcast tion for his article "Public Hous­ Illustrated Magazine and the Award between Alonza Ashe producing material for the mass Feature (Radio) Award for the ing.” other was for her article “Twenty from WXIA-TV for his "Com­ media, or involved in research, Broadcast Documentary (Radio) Investigative Reporting was Years Late (Georgia Public posite #4” and Willis Perry from teaching or study of the field of Award, both for her story "Go won by Jacque Maddox also Television). Cable News Network for his communications is eligible for Tell It on the Mountain.” In from WAGA-TV on her story James Heath, a Morris Brown coverage “Grenada Mental membership. 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Approach was a rousing success. came from the multi-ethnic come to an end. ••WolverineObserverand the On Thursday evening, Metropolitan Atlanta communi­ Mrs. Smothers, who graduated Brownite Yearbook has gotten September 27, at Warren Boys’ ty. Represented at the program from Jackson State University, national recognition. Club, Berne Street in Southeast were Bengli, Black and White Jackson, Miss., was very active as GED Testing Center was es­ Atlanta, more than 235 persons Americans, Colombians, an undergraduate student. Mrs. tablished and provides college crowded the community room Cubans, Ethiopians, Nigerians Smothers during her freshman community service and recruit­ to listen to and participate in a and other West and Central year served as secretary to the ment for the college composed discussion on the topic "How to Africans, Haitians and others former President of JSU and was of those people who pass the Talk with a Stranger and Why: from the Carribbean, Mrs. Magnoria Smothers elected secretary of the YWCA. test. Problems of Inter-Ethnic Com­ Venezuelans, and numerous During her sophomore and ed by Dr. Jane Ellen McAllister, **$15,000 worth of furniture munication.” The program other cultural and ethnicgroups. junior year, she was elected the first Black woman in the state was donated to the college. featured Dr. David Dorsey as The series of inter-ethnic Vice-President and President of of Mississippi to receive a Ph.D. ••Main Lounge and Cun­ lecturer and forum leader and lecture-forums will continue the YWCA. While doing her Mrs. Smothers has done an ningham Aud. in the Student included panel and audience with a second program on Thurs­ student teaching, she was assign­ outstanding job while serving as Center were renovated. participants from various day,, November 15, 1984, at ed to teach at a school in which Vice-President of Student Af­ ••New draperies have been segments of the Metropolitan Radcliffe Presbyterian Church, her paternal grandfather had fairs. We can be proud to say that acquired for the Twin Towers. Atlanta community. 348 Hightower Road, Northwest, taught. “It was quite an ex­ out of Mrs. Smothers’ 25 yrs. of ••Regional workshop for Dr. Dorsey, Associate Dean of Atlanta. The Humanities Scholar, perience to walk in my grand­ dedicated services to student counselors for women has Arts and Sciences at Atlanta Dr. Margaret Rowley of Atlanta father’s footsteps,” said Mrs. life, 12 yrs. belong to Morris received national recognition. University, is Professor of English University, will lecture and lead Smothers. Brown College. ••The first coordinated Linguistics and Afro-American the forum discussion on the After graduating from college, When asked what was the counseling and testing program Studies. His talk pointed out topic “History and Language: Mrs. Smothers received three most important factor in deter­ was funded by the AIDP through some of the complexities of Cross-Cultural Communica­ job offers in the area of teaching. mining the end of her tenure she a proposal she authored, which cross-cultural communication tion.” The last lecture-forum in One of the job offers was in replied, “I was informed by the is among the many that she has and some of the techniques for the series will be presented Chicago and the other two were President that he was reorganiz­ authored. reducing misunderstandings on Thursday, March 14, 1985 at in other states. ing the College and that the title ••And many others.... an individual, personal level. But Elizabeth Baptist Church, 3675 After one year of teaching she was being changed from Vice- Mrs. Smothers feels that she it also argued that these dif­ M. L. King Jr. Drive. Thetopicfor married Dr. Robert L. Smothers President of Student Affairs to has encouraged every possible ficulties arise from the same that program is “The Literature Ph.D. and pursued graduate Dean of Student Affairs and that effort to promote personal and source as the wealth of un­ and Culture of Senegal and studies at Indiana University, I’d have the opportunity to apply positive growth. She has always derstanding and personal Guadeloupe, Continents Apart” State University of Iowa, and for the position, if I so desired.” been open to student needs, and development which cultural and will be presented for discus­ University of Georgia. Some of the achievements has promoted self-esteem and variety entails. Dr. Dorsey con­ sion by Mrs. Bettye Danzey, Later on she served as the made in the area of Student leadership qualities. She also tinued his talk by saying that assistant professor of French at Dean of Women at Taladega Affairs under Mrs. Smothers feels that students should be language consists not only of Morris Brown College. College for 10 years. While a: leadership include: encouraged to respect and words strung together by rules of Contemporary Themes: A Taladega College, Taladega, **Had Morris Brown students follow procedures, rules and grammar, but also by rules of Global Approach is supported by Alabama, she was responsible for included in Who’s Who Among regulations of the college. “I distance, gesture, clothes, and the Georgia Endowment for the developing a program with male Colleges and Universities. have been fair but stern in this several other symbols. All these Humanities and the National and female student counselors ••Had MBC students included aspect,” said Mrs. Smothers. rules are established and Endowment for the Humanities. and authored a Handbook for on the Nation Dean’s List. recognized by cultural groups, For further information, contact Student Counselors. ♦•Increased the number of State's First Black but different groups use the Dr. Earlene Frazier, Foreign Mrs. Smothers came to Atlanta honor societies like Omicron same symbols for different Language Department, 525-7831, in 1965 and worked with the Delta Kappa (which she is a Officer Retires meanings. The problem in inter­ Ext 184; or Dr. Mary Zeigler, Phyllis Wheatley YWCA for 7 yrs. Founder of), Golden Key Honor Sgt. John White, who was the ethnic communication hinges English Department, 525-7831, in the capacity of Branch Coor­ Society, and others. first black police officer to take on a misreading of these rules Ext 212, Morris Brown College. dinator and Executive Director. ••Increased the number of stu­ the oath in Georgia nearly 40 and symbols. She finally became a part of the dent organizations from 30 to 54. years ago, has announced his Because Atlanta is a small Morris Brown College Family ••Was able to get the Pan­ retirement from the Savannah community in a small world after a second job offer as Dean Hellenic Council Chartered with police force. where groups are interdepen­ of Students under the John H. the National Pan-HellenicCoun- White, 59, was sworn in during dent, and because an in­ Middleton Administration. cil. April, 1947 ata historic ceremony dividual’s working, private, com­ This extraordinary ad­ ••Renovation of Sara Allen which attracted about 3,000 mercial, and intellectual life is ministrator was greatly influenc- Quadrangle, new furniture of black Savannah residents, will immeasurably enriched, talking Hickman and Gaines Hall. Even retire November 1. As a result of to strangers is essential. Dr. though, there is still room for his hiring Mr. White is reponsi- Dorsey concluded by saying that HARD TO FIT improvements. ble for the 1,473 black officers a resolution of the problem of Qofng back to coUaga. ••Provided leadership training now employed in the state of inter-ethnic communication interviewing for students and staff. Georgia. comes from mutual caution, 1 I Just Arrived! CHBSÎUM HOOKS NEW ATHLETIC CUT Federal Employees Can Contribute to UNCF FON LAKE SHOULDERS ANO NARROW WJOM FIGHT NEW YORK - Federal "A contribution to the United Many students who attend HIGH BLOOD employees who want to support College Fund, through CFC, UNCF schools come from low FAMOUS 55%-45% black higher education will be makes it possible for our colleges income homes. Nearly one-half FABRIC-YEAR ROUND PRESSURE... ATLANTA WEIGHT able to do so by designating the to provide high quality for of the families of UNCF student; COLORS-SOkIDS United Negro College Fund as thousands of promising have annual incomes of less thar NAVY. GREY It’s Good BROWN, TAN the recipient of their donations. students. We all have a stake in $15,000. Ninety percent of the STRlPES-NAVY, GREY Business The Combined Federal Cam­ these youngsters. They are the students on UNCF campuses

SIZES 36 48 REGULAR paign which has initiated its ones who will determine our require and receive financial aid. LONG-EXTRA LONG annual fall drive is a payroll nation’s future," said UNCF All federal employees arg THIS NEW LINE OF President Christopher edley. eligible to enroll in the Com­ CLOTHING RETAILS deducation plan for federal AT = 235 00 employees who wish to make The UNCF helps support 42 bined Federal Campaign. The LIMITED TIME $ QQ charitable contributions. private, historically black annual six week CFC is held in Nt* *. I The UNCF joined the Com­ colleges and universities. Each 560 communities from Labor Day bined Federal Campaign two year, an estimated 45,000 until Thanksgiving. The CFC is years ago. During 1984, it is students attend UNCF schools. similar to other charitable payroll deduction plans offered BUCKHEAD C i; Peathlree R.t ..ippub-ie t.v.u American Heart estimated that federal This yera marks the Fund’s 40th ROSWELL VILLAGE al Hoicomo Ro (Hnswen, employees will contribute some anniversary of service to black by many corporative cor­ SAMOY SPRINGS PLAZA 6791 Roswell Rd Association PERIMETER MALL UPPER LEVEL (new secltonj $2 million dollars to the fund. higher education. porations for their employees. December 14, 1984 The Wolverine Observer Page 7 Martin Luther King, Sr. Lowery Visits MBC; Dies at 84 Receives Award by Stefforn K. McIntosh affairs, and a patriarch to all. Daddy King preached at by Yvonne Lawson He stressed the importance of adversity into opportunity. The Martin Luther King Jr. Ebenezer Baptist Church for 44 the black struggle and urged Blacks have not taken stumbl­ Chapel at Morehouse College years and devoted his life to “We are’ an extraordinary blacks to understand that they ing blocks and hidden or wept has been a place of sadness twice teaching love not hate. “I don’t people," said Rev. Dr. Joseph E. have a great legacy of struggle. behind them and whined or this year. The prominent and the hate anyone. There is no time for Lowery, recently, to an audience "...If you will live up to it and engaged in self pity because they public have come to the chapel that, and no reason either. at Morris Brown College. even succeed it, said Lowery, had them, said Lowery. "We've to say goodbye to two of the Nothing that a man does takes Lowery, national president of “you must commit yourself to taken the stumbling block and most respected and inspirational him lower than when he allows the Southern Christian struggle.” Nothing will come used it as a stepping stone,” he men in the world. First there was himself to fall as low as to hate Leadership Conference (SCLC), through an open hand begging, stated. That’s been our history. the death of Dr. Benjamin E. anyone,” Daddy King frequently was the guest speaker during an he added. “We’ve had adversity." Mays, and now the death of Rev. said. assembly in Cunningham Lowery’s second attribution as Lowery said white folks have Martin Luther “Daddy” King Sr. Funeral Services were held Auditorium at 11:00 a.m. Tues­ to why blacks are extraordinary just begun to learn what women “Make it plain,” was the November 15, 1984 at Ebenezer day, October 23, 1984. people concerns moriality. “Our can do. They nominated Ferraro statement used often by Daddy Baptist Church. A wide range of His text was based on 1 Peter struggle," said Lowery, "is a and she had to prove herself over King; ironically, this ishardtodo black and white dignitaries 2:9, a verse which Lowery said he moral struggle.” debate, he added. Black folks when speaking of him. He was a attended the service. This was a thinks characterizes the black Blacks have had to understand have never had to, said Lowery. man of inspiration to his son, time of grief for all, but within experience. "It does so in such a that liberty is a gift of God and "We’ve always known women Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a this grief there were laughs, fashion as to offer inspiration that dignity that is innate is a gift can do anything they’ve wanted man of faith and counsel to smiles, and recollections of fond and direction for today’s of God also. “...Those who to do,” stated Lowery. “Our many, and a father figure to memories. challenge and for the challenge would deny us that dignity and black women have already been several generations. He was a An era has passed with Daddy of the future, he said.” that liberty denies us the word of president, vice-president, man of commanding presence King, an era of strength, love and Lowery attributed three things God, and that makes our struggle general manager, computer and quiet dignity; he was wise devotion. Daddy King is gone to which has contributed to moral,” Lowery said. operators, bankers...” We've and knowledgeable of world but, he will never be forgotten. blacks being extradordinary Our source of power is our translated, Lowery said. people. Primarily, “We have faith in God,” he added. Blacks Your challenge today, said understood that our history has must not be mislead to believe Lowery, is so important. "If you been a history of struggle,” said that the source of their power is sit around majoring in your Lowery. Nothing has come to in computers or libraries — as adversity and minoring in your blacks that was constructive or important as they are. “But the opportunity,” he added, "you’ll beneficial that did not come main source of our power that be standing at the station while through struggle he added. enables us to utilize the libraries the train has gone.” Blacks have had to earn and and the computers," said Don’t let your extraordinary learn, said Lowery. “We’ve had Lowery, "is an understanding of nature simply be history, Lowery to struggle and fight for every who we are (children of God). said. “Make it your present and inch of progress that we have That’s what made us ex- your future. God can give you made," he stated. The struggle to traodinary." the power." His power, Lowery achieve liberty and to maintain it said, is coming down. “God’s began at the beginning of blacks’ Finally, Lowery said blacks are power can still make you ex­ relationship with the slave trap, extraordinary people because traordinary if you get in the said Lowery. they’ve been enabled to transmit way,” he added. Morris Brown Graduate Received Federal Appointment

by Michael Phillips quarantine inspector. She is program." Washington - Morris Brown currently officer-in-charge of The new program is designed College graduate Mrs. Mary plant protection and quarantine to identify women in the GS9 to Starks Neal was recently chosen at Dallas International Airport. GS12 grade level with excep­ along with two other employees She lives in Reston, Virginia with tional managerial experiences fo the U.S. Department of her husband and daughter. that would prepare them for Direction of Student Activities, Charles Johnson presents award to Agriculture for the U.S. Officeof Secretary of Agriculture John supervisory managerial and ex­ Dr. Joeseph Lowery. Personnel Management R. Block, at a recent meeting ecutive positions in the federal Women’s Executive Leadership with USDA members, said, “I’m work force. Program. particularly pleased that USDA is Other USDA employees Hiley; Newly Appointed Director Mrs. Neal, attended represented by such outstanding selected for the training are Washington State University employees. I congratulate you Donna Lee Hepp, landscape of Plant Operations where she studied plant on your selection and will be architect and Carole Johnson, pathology before joining USDA very interested in seeing reports food program specialist, Food Hiley, who admitted to being by Danita C. Davis in 1966 as the first female plant on your progress throughout the and Nutrition Service. appauled by the conditions of Mr. George Hiley has been the buildings and the campus GA Schools appointed Director of Plant grounds went on to say that we Operations at Morris Brown should be able to notice a big Achieve College. Replacing Mr. Case change around the Morris Desegregation who recently retired. Brown College campus very Hiley, who also works with the soon. The state of Georgia is no Atlanta Job Corps, is a former Professional contractors have longer threatened with the loss plumbing contractor for the city already been hired to make the of federal education funds of Atlanta and has also done transition. Future plans of plant because it has made what was home remodeling in the West operations include: cleaning up termed “substantial progress” End area. The new Plant the Morris Brown football indesgregating its 33 state Operations staff was selected on stadium, remodeling the colleges and universities, the Monday, October 1. cafeteria and organizing the U.S. Department of Education “Several of the former staff dormitories. "We plan to start announced recently. members have been retained,” with the stadium and make our The recent announcement said Hiley, "but we are also way around," said Hiley. ends lengthy series or increasing employment.” He went on to say that he negotiations between U.S. of­ The staff has already began welcomes suggestions regarding ficials and the Georgia State making improvements on the the campus and that he and the Board of Regents over measures campus grounds. Our first staff would appreciate the help to speed up desegregation ef­ objective is to beautify the of the students here at Morris forts at publicly operated in­ campus and to maintain the level Brown College in keeping the stitutions of higher education in of cleanliness,” he added. campus in order. Mr. George Hiley is the Director of Plant Operations. the state. Page 8 The Wolverine Observer December 14, 1984 inns Seeks To Improve HRM Program by Anthony Hytche tration in the HRM program, possibility in the future. they are: (1) Hotel Management, The HRM program is one of The hospitality industry (2) Restaurant and Foods the highest endowed academic provides over 200,000 jobs for Management, (3) Administrative programs on the Morris Brown Georgians and generates Entreprenuer. THIS YEAR THE campus. And this program has millions of dollars in tax revenue CURRICULUM HAS BEEN the potential to be equivalent to each year. REVISED TO MEET THE NEEDS what the Mass Communications If the new hotel and restaurant OF THE STUDENTS BUT IT IS Department is to Clark College. management director, Mr. Karl CURRENTLY PENDING AP­ The hospitality industry is the Binns, has any say so about it, PROVAL FROM THECurriculum second largest industry in HRM Director Binns seeks to improve Program. Morris Brown College students Committee. Georgia and it is rapidly growing. will be dominant figures in some Binns, a Morris Brown The HRM program is ready to of those jobs. graduate, has high ambitions for prepare interested students for The Hotel and Restaurant HRM in the future. With the help this industry. Students majoring MBC Career Placement; Management (HRM) is a and consistent support of the in Hotel and Restaurant program designed to prepare new administration, these am­ Management are required to do interested students for a career bitions will no doubt come true. a full year internship with six A Hidden Treasure in management. HRM can be He is looking forward to the credit hours to be awarded. The taken as a major or a minor. opening of “Scholars” which will department usually has 95% to by Louisa McCullough Placement Office has is its lack of Binns says that when students be a campus restaurant and not a 100% of its graduates placed in There is a hidden treasure at staff. Mrs. Garrison is the sole first hear about HRM they im­ snack bar. “Scholars” will be set some of the nations biggest Morris Brown College that professional and only has the mediately think that the program up in the College Inn located in corporations. everyone should take part in assistance, of work study is about learning how to cook. the Hickman Student Center, Binns is looking for service searching for. The treasure is not students. Garrison says what she But not only can a student where under faculty supervision, from students, but he doesn’t exactly hidden. It is there for needs most is a full time become a chef, he can receive HRM majors will have first hand want students to be “subser- everyone to see, but many times secretary. “There is a need for a training in exposition manage­ experience in waiting on viant.” “The hospitality industry it is overlooked. That treasure is secretary," she said. Because of ment, cruise directing students in a restaurant setting. is saying send us students who the Career Development, the overwhelming complexity bookkeeping tours, travel Binns is also confident that the are able and willing to com­ Cooperative Education, and and communication involved in agents, only to mention a few. HRM program could take over municate,” he added. And HRM Placement Office. The main goal the job, a secretary is definitely Incoming freshmen can look the food service program in the director Karl Binns aims to do or objective of the Career Place­ needed and would be an asset in to three major areas of concen­ cafeteria. This is a very strong just that. ment Office is to cater to the helping the Career Placement needs and developments of Office function more efficiently. Morris Brown College students When asked, Mrs. Garrison and its graduates, concerning said the percentage of un­ A Tour of the Herndon Home their careers. dergraduate students that come by Annette Collins black owned and operated in­ monetary value but also in What keeps the job placement to the office and find jobs is one- surance companies known today memories and heritage. There is in order is the professional hundred percent. This is because The Herdon Home tour was a as Atlanta Life. He reigned as also much to learn about black leadership of Mrs. Lula A. Gar­ the program for job placement fascinating experience. The tour president of Atlanta Life until his history by viewing the murals in rison. Mrs. Garrison is theCareer rewards students by offering was composed of the history of death in 1927. At that time the the living room. The design and Counselor to all students, them experience on the job Alonzo Herndon, his family, and company was valued at $1.1 contruction of The Herndon graduates and undergraduates. prior to graduation. So students the significance of his home. As million dollars. Home has been ranked among In a recent interview, many earn theirsalarywhile they learn. one walks through this house he The Herndon Home was the Mr. Herndon's greatest questions were asked of Mrs. Mrs. Garrison feels that "choos­ receives a feeling of pride. The design of Alonzo Herndon and achievements. Garrison which contributed to ing a career is the best reason story of Alonzo Herndon and the his first wife Adrienne (who died This mansion was the perma­ the knowledge of what the students have for attending construction of his home is a before its completion). This nent resident of the Herndon’s Career Placement Office has to college,” and since she assists in great one, made up of personal mansion has 15-rooms and was for two generations that includ­ offer. that endeavor, she feel that the sacrafice, determination and designed Beaux Arts Classical ed him, his second wife Jessie A major goal for the Career students will find the Career hard work. style. Throughout this house the Herndon in 1910 to his son Norris Development, Cooperative Development, Cooperative Alonzo Franklin Herndon was various forms of architectural Herndon who died in 1977. Education, and Career Place­ Education, and Placement office born a slaveonJune25,1858.Mr. styles found include renaissance Everything in this house was a ment Office has is the comple­ a help to them. Mrs. Garrison Herndon received only a few characterics in the construction dream that came true for the tion of a Computer Career advises all studentsof MBC to, months of formal education and of the reception hall, dining Herndons. While being guided Information Center. This project “utilize the Placement Office on his trade was as a barber. He room and music room. In later through this house one can’t will take about three to five years campus as well as the AUC owned and operated several years the house has undergone help but to imagine owning a to complete. This is another Career Placement Office. barber shops and baths some restoration but the majori­ house of his/her own one day facility the students of MBC will Fur further information, Mrs. throughout the Atlanta area. He ty of its original beauty remains. like the Herndon Home. This be able to utilize. The only Garrison can be reached during later ventured out and bought The house still contains original home represents to everyone obstacle the center has is a the week on MBC at 525-7831 several benevolent and protec­ furnishings and artifacts of the that walks through its halls, how matter of funding. But the pro­ ext. 337 or 309-7831 ext. 309. tive associations which later Herndons. Almost every item in hard work can make a dream ject is still being completed. MBC or AUC Placement Office formed into one of the largest this house is priceless, not only in come true. Another problem the Career at 523-5157 or 523-5159. New College Minister!

The search is over. We now are Rev. Mizer comes to us with glad to report that the College the determination of restoring Minister has been chosen. He is the religious life upon this cam­ the Reverednd Ronald Mizer, pus and a hope to build a Pastor of Cobb Bethel A.M.E. successful college church. He Church here in Atlanta. Rev. like President Smith stated Mizer is very qualified for this earlier that things can be better position and has been in the with the help of the faculty, staff ministry most of his life. He was and students enrolled at Morris licensed in 1964 and ordained in Brown. He has promised to give the A.M.E. Church in 1975. He is every effort in getting the job a native of Arkansas where he done and says he will always be attended public school and available when needed. Let’s get graduated. He received his with him and give 100% support Bachelor of Science Degree from to his efforts. LeMoyne-Owen College in Memphis Tennessee, and his This is another way to make Master of Divinity at ITC here in Morris Brown a better college. I Atlanta. Before coming to Atlan­ believe this is what we were ta he pastored several churches waiting for. Rev. Mizer, The beauty of the Herndon Home. in Arkansas. Welcome to Morris Bfoyvp, December 14, 1984 The Wolverine Observer Page 9 AABC Professor Stresses Geography and Political Awareness by Michael Phillips ment. “I need more teaching blacks, especially policies in sity - Black Studies (Urbaniza­ departments, but feels this trend If someone were to ask you help. There needs to be more education, urban planning, and tion), Atlanta University - Black can be offset by seeking ad­ what was the only historical balance in the Social Relations economic development in our Urban Politics, and at Morris ditional funds, “We need to Black College in the South Department in terms of students community. These things are Brown College - Cultural write more proposals; however, Atlantic states (GA, FLA, ALA, taking the classes," He hopes the essential to our survival as a Georgraphy, of Afro-American one can’t write a fundable and S. Carolina) that offers a new administration will deal with people in a modern, changing, and Afro-American History. The proposal and teach five classes.” bachelor’s degree in geography the imbalance of student enroll­ and technological society.” following is, a list of brownites Jones also feels that when the would you know the answer? If ment in classes. When asked what would be who have graduated with social sciences were popular in someone asked you where the When asked whatstudentscan the consequences if black degrees in geography; Shelia this country black colleges did only black instructor in the state do with a degree in geography colleges and students ignore the Simmons 1980, David Gordon, not receive adequate funding. of Georgia, who has a Ph.D. in Jones replied, “They can work in social sciences. “We will lack Otis Smith, JuliusSahr, and Philip “During the late 60's and early geography, is teaching, would state government agencies. community awareness,” said Oyofo 1981, Audrea Smith 1982, '70’s there was more of an you know? There are a lot of job openings in Jones. As he cited examples of a Duane Osborne 1984, Randel emphasis on human studies To find the answer you would research, planning, and in en­ lack of blacks involved in urban Rivers and Jonathan Jefferies will (black studies, poverty, popula­ have to make your way to Atlanta vironmental protection. With planning and how we are being receive degrees in May 1985. tion, and urban problems) yet and visit the campus of Morris more advanced training there moved or“gentrified”outof our "We have a problem attracting when the money was being Brown College. You would then are numerous opportunities in communities like Bedford Pines majors because of the de­ given out black colleges did not have to find the Social Relation private enterprise and there are and Auburn Avenue in Atlanta. emphasis of social sciences in the get their fair share.” Department where Marcus jobs available in teaching.” He "Also economic cooperation employment sector," said Jones Citing several reasons why Jones, the only black Ph.D. in also encourages students to take and group cohesiveness will explaining some the problems black students need to study geography in the state, is chair­ introductory courses in statistics, suffer as blacks continue to lose facing the Social Relations geography and other social man. computer programming, and property and businesses unless Department at Morris Brown. sciences more, Jones said, “Most Jones says that there is a research methods so they can we become more socially aware. “We’ve had to change offices students come to Morris Brown scarcity of black doctorates in his keep pace with a changingsocie­ Black students have a respon­ four times in the last six years. We from cities or counties with discipline. “There are maybe ty- sibility to come back to our moved to better facilities each majority black populations, yet thirty blacks in the country that Jones believes that the follow­ communities and help develop time, but we lost a lot of equip­ they control very little of the have Ph.D.’s in geography. No ing steps may cure the ills of the the resources both human and ment in the move from JRB eonomic, social, or political black colleges offer a masters Social Relations Department at economic,” he added. building to Jordan Hall." resources that affect their lives. degree in geography." Morris Brown. “Enrollment must Between 1 980-85 ap­ Dr. Jones feels that the Atlanta Blacks did not keep a pace of the He cites two major reasons for increase. We must add more proximately nine students University Center students and technological advances which the shortage. 1) Blacks don’t specialization in geography and graduated from Morris Brown in administrations are not putting relate to the social sciences.” understand the importance of the social sciences such as en- the field of geography. Dr. enough emphasis on social He feels that black colleges geography and how it relates to vironmental studies, Marcus Jones has also authored sciences, “It seems to be an AUC and Morris Brown in particular the environment, weather, and meteorology, computer car­ many articles for publication and problem that the social sciences must return to a strong emphasis urban problems. 2) Black tography (map making), and has also written his own text are' not appreciated. The on the social sciences. Jones colleges that offer a degree lack more instructors. We also need entitled, “Black Migration in the problem is funding agencies and cited examples of Morris Brown facilities like drafting tables and more cooperation between the U.S. with Emphasis on Selected employment opportunities,” he prior to 1978 having four full time other equipment. “There is no AUC schools.” Central Cities,” and has been said. instructors and ten majors in emphasis placed on geography,” He adds that the social used for the following courses: He adds that most federal Social Relations Department. said Jones. sciences contribute greatly to Texas A&M University Black funds given to black colleges are “Now we have one full time Another problem that Jones informing and politically History, Fordham Univerity - given to the humanities, instructor and few majors,” he faces is an understaffed depart- developing black students which Black Migration, Cornell Univer­ business, and natural science said. He added that part of the Jones sees as a necessity in the blame for teacher shortages lie in 1980's for black people. “Political defections to other departments development is becoming or just plain leaving. politically aware and keeping abreast of issues that affect Have A Happy The Homestead africans speak of homesteads. Kwanza! i cannot. my home is here. (YOUR HOME IS THERE) Dec. 26 - you have sensed my desire, my home is here. the soul of you reaches for my (YOUR HOME IS THERE) Jan. 1 depths; even though granny has no catapults my being. memory of the rainbows appear as i plummet Homecoming lion-headed ancestor or the down flavor of fresh mango and fall Poem or the oceans of grass tall like morning dew to moisten Windows once bare enough to grow legends your skin. now are shining very bright this land rich in color and Dr. Marcus Jones, says students should be more politically aware. Sounds of Homecoming echo name is my home. you carry the scent of jasmine through the air it is true, is it not? the irish stars, like bursting orbs of scent of jasmine and surely,that isthetasteof light and the taste of honey lies thick Party all day and night folk wild honey Pretty smiles everywhere are from ireland the german shining for your pleasure, and wet (smooth...and rich...and upon my lips, the Queens and the parade are a folk are from sparkling in a velvety sea sweet). pretty sight germany the italian folk are of ebony smooth the soul of you foreverness. has not sought my woman feel. from italy i am aflame. you would feel the fire; Young and Old come together to the negro is... share africans speak of homesteads, smoke would cloud your we are a tidal wave. the passions that you touch A special relationship that’s real look into my eyes granny, and eyes we wash pieces of ourselves would burn, tight remember your home. sting your nostrils... upon the shore. were it not for my woman feel. Purple and Black is the wear —S. Grisham are spent and lifeless in the SENSATION aftermath They’re the perfect pair were it not for my woman feel, would develop the soul of This week’s Homecoming is a fair Woman Feel i would cast up these eyes you. and in the aftermath Food fight? It's all a delight and you would see i trace your shadow We challenge every dare i cast down these eyes the swirl of dawn... and you would see and the shadow of your soul, For to win is our plight and with my fingertips, the beginning... how my woman feel... feels these eyes i cast down. So with’all our might whisper you to life. the time there was before you cannot see... We'll scream sounds of and my woman feel will know there was before. and you would burn i feed on the soul of you. Homecoming you do not understand. like the passions you touch, i hunger for the man feel. All through the air. my woman feel will know you would see though my head is filled with —S. Grisham —Annette Collins Page 10 The Wolverine Observer December 14, 1984 ing 1984

by Tonia Mitchell 11:00 P.M. the crowd soon forget In spite of losing the its earlier restlessness as they Homecoming Game Morris immediately invited Brownites Brownites filled the John Henry to follow the advice of their song Lewis Gymnasium for the annual and "Come to Party.” homecoming concert. This At this point the band changed year’s featured artist provided a its mind and decided to "Take "home-grown” sound as the Their Time And Do It Right” S.O.S. Band (which is based in much to the delight of the by Michael Phillips producers are important.” Atlanta) was the main attraction crowd. “For Your Love” was next The group says they are very Prior to S.O.S. taking the stage and followed by “Prove It” from In a post concert interview lose knit and is presently trying Brownites were entertained by the groups last LP. S.O.S. lead singers Mary Davis to change management so they the group Cha'va and the Ten By this time S.O.S. could do no and Abdul Raoff told the “can have more say so in our Best Break Dancers in Georgia. wrong as Brownites had not Observer that “they felt great” affairs.” When asked if they think Cha’va a local group which been treated to this kind of and were real pleased with the they are trend setters they features some AUC talent, took entertainment since G.Q. crowd response. "Morris Brown replied yes. “We have set some the stage first 3nd performed stopped thru in 1980. "Because is our first college campus per­ trends especially with "Just Be such hits as "Hello” by Lionel of You” was next and was formance in Atlanta,” said Davis. Good To Me,” said Davis. Richie, "Don’t You Remember,” followed by “High Hopes.” But The group which began a 14 Davis who had been ill and not “Nobody,” "Carribean Queen” the concert became day tour of the midwest on performed with the group for by Billy Ocean. Impressive solo “Homecoming Jam ’84” when November 6th said that they three months was glad to be performances were also done by “Just BeGoodToMe” wasstruck have been going through some back. “I felt terrific this is my first group members of “TheBird” by up, there was not an occupied changes since they burst onto performance since August.” And The Time and “Nikki” by Prince. seat in the gym. "No One’s the scene in 1981 with their first she was elated to be performing Next to perform was the Gonna Love You” kept the album which went platinum. in Atlanta. "Charity begins at “show stopping” Ten Best Break crowd going along with “Sounds “We went through a period of home” she added. Dancers in Georgia. Most of the Of Success.” The concert quickly producers. We had to go back New band member Kurt group is age 15 or younger but took on a mellow tone as S.O.S. and start all over again,” said Mitchell also enjoyed the "homecoming.” “I loved it” he several times brought the crowd performed ballards “Weekend Abdul Raoff. "We had a to its feet with their amazing Girl” and “If You Still Care.” platinum single our first time said. "It was a good reception, coming home was what was techniques and coordination. When the concert was over out, this put a lot of pressure on happening.” When sked what There was no doubt that many Brownites from the “old the group.” advice they have for aspiring Georgia’s ten best breakers had school” could be heard saying Major changes include: the young artist Davis replied, "First, “broken” their way into the that this was easily the best addition of new members, Kurt hearts of Brownites as they left Homecoming concert in the last Mitchell on guitar and Freddie believe in God, then believe in yourself, and then Hello.” the floor to a very loud standing five years. SGA President David Grace on lead and backup ovation. Kinchen deserves a lot of credit vocals. New producers, the S.O.S. says they want to get group is now produced by Jimmy into producing and introduce In the last five years Brownites along with Aquinette Daniels FOREVER Jam and Terry Lewis, both former new talent into the business and have had to sit through very and the entertainment com­ When I first met you with that members of "The Time.” Mary they want to start in house, "We dismal homecoming concerts mittee for overseeing the smile on your face, Davis says of the group’s new want to produce Freddie(Grace) and the 45 minute delay prior to process and making sure that 1 knew in my heart that you producers that “they gave us a when we get off the ground,” the S.O.S. Band taking stage Homecoming '84 had a concert held a space. hit.” Raoff added that new added Davis. When asked the began to make unpleasant that was worth everyone’s while So warm, so gentle, so kind and producers have helped the next time Brownites could ex­ memories surface to the restless to attend. Afterward brownites so sweet, group grow musically, pect to check out the “S.O.S. crowd, but 1984 would be the headed to the Ramada Inn for your will was so strong and so “Keyboards are real technical experience” Davis replied, “I start of something new and the annual Homecoming dance hard to defeat. now. When you have growth and love to stay home. We’ll be back different in MBC concerts. where the party lasted until the We became friends to last a changing trends in music as soon as you have us.” As S.O.S. took the stage at early morning hours. lifetime, and we helped each other if they were in a bind. Our friendship was special, this was so true, no one came between us for that would not do. Things just won’t be the same without you around, who’ll be there to pick me up whenever I’m down? But, I’ll NEVER forget you, you brightened my days, you pushed me to keep striv­ ing in so many ways. So this is my good-bye in my own special way, for I’ll LOVE YOU and MISS YOU each and every day!! —by Leslie Foster Welcome Alumni!! December 14, 1984 The Wolverine Observer Page 11 ('N olverine \ Sports

z Wolverines sack the Rams QB in Homecoming action. Wolverines Defeat Rams Spoil Wolverine's Bulldogs 28-24 by Brian Holloway came back on the field to guide Chances for SIAC Title With senior running back the Wolverines on a long drive Leon Winfrey leading the way which resulted in a seven yard by Brian Holloway ended 7-3 in favor of the Rams. The defense was led by Chris and the play of quarterback game winning strike to wide In the third quarter neither Mainor with 14 tackles. Todd Leonard Camel, the Fighting receiver Paul Smith. It was Saturday afternoon, offense could get a drive going. Wilcher and David Kinchen had Wolverines turned back a stub­ Camel completed 11 passes on November 3, 1984, the Rams of Leonard Camel dropped back nine apiece to complement born Alabama A&M University 25 attempts for 1978 yards, two Albany State College tangled and threw a swing pass to Victor Mainor’s performance. Overall team 28-24 at Herndon Stadium touchdowns, and one intercep­ with the Wolverines of Morris Scott for a 59 yard touchdown. the whole defense played out­ in front of partisan crowds. tion. Victor Scott led the way in Brown College for the S.I.A.C. The extra point was missed and standing football. The Wolverines got things the receiving department title at Herndon Stadium. M.B.C. had to settle for a 9-7 lead M.B.C. now has a record of 4- going by scoring twice before catching three passes for 93 yards The Wolverines could not as the third quarter ended. 3-1 overall and 4-1-1 in the the Bulldogs could get started. and a touchdown. Paul Smith muster up much offense The fourth quarter saw very conference. Winfrey went in from one yard also caught two passes for nine­ throughout the football game. little offense and a lot of hard out to score the Wolverines first teen yards and one touchdown. That put the pressure on the hitting defense. The Rams took score. Before the visitors could The defense was led by Chris defense. The defense was equal the lead back on 31 yard field get their breath the Wolverines Mainor, David Kinchen, and to the task. goal. That made the score 10-9in were in the end zone once more. johnny Barksdale. Mainor had The Wolverine scored first on favor of the Rams. This was one At halftime the Wolverines were six solo tackles and 10 assists. a 31 yard field goal by Gene loss that hurt the Wolverines leading 14-10. Kinchen had six solo and 4assists Wesley. The first quarter ended chances for the S.I.A.C. title. The third quarter started very and one quarterback sack. 3-0 in favor of M.B.C. Leonard Camel complete 14 slowly for both teams. Then Barksdale had a stellar perfor­ The second quarter was a war passes on 33 attempts for 214 Camel threw a 27 yard strike to mance with five solos, five assists, with both defenses playing well. yards and one touchdown, but Split End Victor Scott to put the one interception, and a fumble Albany state finally got on the the bad part was, he was sacked Wolverines up 21-10. recovery. scoreboard when QB Leonard four times. Leon Winfrey rushed However, the Bulldogs would The offense and defense Camel was sacked in the end­ for 68 yards on 24 attempts. not break and came back to played well and the Wolverines zone and Albany State recovered Victor Scott lead all the receivers score on a punt return. That came out with a tough victory. it for the touchdown. The extra with three catches for 88 yards made the score 21-17 with the They are now 4-0-1 in the SIAC point was good and the half and one touchdown. Wolverines still on topattheend Conference. The Wolverines will of the third quarter. take a week off to prepare for In the fourth quarter the their Homecoming tilt with Hawk Passes Wildcats Over Wolverines Bulldogs took the lead for the Albany State on November 3rd. first time when they caught the The Rams and Wolverines are by Brian K. Holloway extra point was missed. Then Leonard Camel completed 7 of Wolverines defense sleeping both undefeated in Conference Winfrey scored from three yards 10 passes for 63 yards and two and scored a touchdown. That play and their November 3rd out and then again when Camel touchdowns. Leon Winfrey rush­ put them ahead 24-21 with about match could possibly decide the On Saturday afternoon, November 10, 1984,-the Morris hit him for a 13 yard strike. That ed for 76 yards on 23 carries. four minutes to play. Camel SIAC championship. Brown College Wolverines took tied the- score at 21-21. But The defense was led by Chris on the Wildcats of Bethune- before the half ended Hawk hit Mainor with 17 tackles. Cookman College in Memorial Gonzalez for a 20 yard TD pass. The game had plenty of Stadium before a Homecoming The kick was missed and the half penalties. There was a total of 25 crowd of 10,200. ended 27-21 in B-CC favor. penalties for 306 yards. The Wildcats scored first when In the third quarter, Dexter- The Wovlerines are now 4-4-1 Bernard Hawk (B-CC’s quarter­ Simon gave the Wolverines their overall and 4-1-1 in the S.I.A.C. back) hit Leon Gonzalez for a 43 first lead on a 60 yard intercep­ yard touchdown pass. The extra tion for a TD the kick was good point was good and the Wildcats and theWoverines lead 28-27. lead 7-0. The first quarter ended B-CC put the game out of at 7-0, B-CC's favor. reach on a King Green six yard The second quarter began the TD run. That put the Wildcats up same way as the first with Hawk 35-28 at the end of three throwing to Sebastian Brown for quarters. a 10 yard touchdown strike. The In the fourth quarter the extra point was good and B-CC Wolverines could not get on had a quick 14-0 lead and then track against a stubborn Wildcats added another touchdown defense. While in the fourth when Hawk hit Brown again, this quarter, Hawk threw for another time for 20 yards. The Wildcats TD pass to Brown for 43 yards for held a 21-0 lead early in the the final points. The score ended second quarter. 42-28 in favor of the Wildcats. Then in a span of 2:23, the Bernard Hawk completed 40 Wolverines scored three TDs to passes on 57 attempts for 491 get back in the football game. yards and five touchdowns. The Wolverines scored when Brown and Gonzalez combined Leonard Camel hit Phillip John­ for 26 catches for 375 yards and son for a 11 yard TD pass, the five TDs. Page 12 The Wolverine Observer December 14, 1984 Brownite Invents Women's Men's Basketball Outlook New Sport Preview 1984-85 by Brian Holloway game is played on a 50 yard field and there are 12 major weight 1984-85 Season Johnny James, a commuter divisions (125-240 lbs.). student here at Morris Brown “The sport requires strength, by Cecil McKay HEAD COACH: Bill Wade College, has invented a new technique, balance, stragety, Just imagine for a moment that enters his 4th season at Morris sport called Bull Pull. James, a and endurance,” said the inven­ you were the head coach of any Brown College. Its’ overall senior, invented the sport in tor. kind of team. Imagine your team record at the school is 34-40. August of last year, “I got the James has said the response to was in the midst of rebuilding for Coach Wade has to his credit one idea from a basic exercise in Bull Pull has been overwhelming the upcoming season, and lost S.I.A.C. title at Morris Brown. football called a harness drill. I and he anticipates its growth. some of its key players. It would Wolverines induct 10 1984-85 FORECAST: The took that drill and combined it “The response has been terrific,” take some deep thought about Wolverines are in a rebuilding with tug of war,” he said. said James who has been on P.M. how you would steer the team’s Ten former Morris Brown athletes will year. That will mix returning James, who had a difficult time performance. Magazine and made several inducted into the lettermen with transfer students. naming his new invention tolc' other public exhibitions with the Such is the case for Vista school’s Athletic Hall of Fame =>t Also adding a few freshmen the Observer how he came tc new sport. Bryant, Head Coach and Assis­ 8 a.m. Saturday at Paschal’s along with a host of other call it Bull Pull.” It was difficult tc “We incure that it will be a tant Cedric Evans, of Morris Hotel on Martin Luther King pleasant surprises. come up with a suitable name. major sport in 1985 and we’ll be Brown College Women's Basket­ Drive. The list of inductees STARTERS RETURNING: The So, I thought of the two men as trying to get it into Georgia high ball Team. Ms. Bryant begins her includes former Wolverines Wolverines will be lead by two symbols of strength or bulls and schools.” James says he is plan­ seventh year as head coach. With football players James Bing Sr., time team M. V. P. - The 1983-85 they were pulling each other, so I ning the first major high school the help of Assistant Coach, Bobby Hayes, Herbert leading scorer in the S.I.A.C. - called it Bull Pull.” Bull Pull tournament for April. Cedric Evans, they will both try Christopher, Erza Johnson and The 16th NCAA Division II The game is played by two He plans to concentrate on with great enthusiasm to im­ Donald Payne. Also to be scorer, also the Budweiser players facing in opposite direc­ promoting the game locally in prove on a 7 season total of 68 inducted are former basketball M.V.P. - 6’ 41/2 Jr. Bernard Tittle, players John Clifford Alexander, tions and standing 20 yards apart November, and has spent much wins and 48 losses. who average 21.8 p.p.g., 8.0 Henry Jimmy Wright III, and Iva connected by a rope (called a of his time promoting the sport According to Bryant, this R.p.g. - along with leading the Bynes. Former golfer Dr. harness). The object of the game around the country. year’s team could be the team, Clarence Jackson and track team in assist. Also returning will is for one player to pull his Atlanta University Center she have been looking for. With standout Clayborn King are also be sophomore Levoyd Wardlaw. opponent 15 yards and cross his students have had a chance to the return of Stephanie Bonds, on the list. Who after a fast start last season own end line. The players begin view the sport already as two and Forward Allison Bryant, and finished averaging 9.4 p.p.g. - in a starting box in a four point competitions were held at AUC Lynnetta Dority to pull in the Paul McGary a fine shooter will stance, bent at the waist and field on September 8th and 15th. rebounds. For scoring, Bryant also be joining thiscast. Paul who knees with their hands on the Winners received a $1,000 purse feels the Lady Wolverette’s averages 2.4 p.p.g - last season. ground. If neither player reaches and a trophy, runners up receiv­ should not have any problem With additional playing time their own end line, then the ed a trophy along with a camera putting points on the board. those stats will improve. winner will be the player who or a watch. Led by Allison Bryant (Al), a TOP NEWCOMERS: This year has gained the most yardage James invites the public to returning sophomore, who the Wolverines stretched out far (measured from the starting line) come view video tapes of the possesses great potential in scor­ and wide as recruiting goes. at the end of 15 minutes of play. sport at their convenience. For ing and rebounding. Look for From the North comes Gregory A player will be disqualified if more information about the Bull returning forward Stephanie Grant. A 5’9" flash from Camden, he goes out of bounds or Pull contact Mr. Johnny James at Bonds to control the offense. New Jersey. Greg is very fast, a touches the rope. A player can (404) 344-3739. There are also new faces to good ball handler and possesses also signal to his coach if he What will Morris Brownites look forward to like 5’2 freshman all the tools to become a stan­ surrenders or is injured. The invent next? Stephanie Lewis from Savannah, dout in the S.I.A.C. He has a fine GA, who is a good ball handler. shooting touch, quickness and Bernita Hart, a forward from very strong inside. Bremen, GA is another fine ball STRENGHTS: Players with all handler. It looks as if the Lady around ability. A very solid Wolverette’s season will be a Men's backcourt and quickness at all challenge, going after the position. Southern Intercollegiate Basketball CONCERNS: Just waiting for Athletic Conference Cham­ all this to come together. pionship. Schedule DA It PLACE OPPONENTS November 26 Away Talladega College

December 1 Home Tuskegee Institute5 December 4 Away Alabama A&M University* December 8** Home Talladega College December 10* Home Armstrong State College

Dec. 27-29** Away Armstrong State Tournament

January 5 Away Fort Valley State College* January 9 Away Tuskegee Institute* January 12 Home Edward Waters College January 16 Home Morehouse College* January 18 Home Savannah State College* January 19 Home Benedict College* January 21 Away Albany State College* January 22 Home Alabama A&M University* January 25 Away Savannah State College* January 26 Away Benedict College*

February 2 Away Clark College* • February 4 Home Fort Valley State College* Support February 9 Home Albany State College* February 11** Away Columbus College Home Clark College* Meet the MBC Cheerleaders. February 15 Morehouse College* Front, Left to Right - Nadine Maddox, Sr; Valerie M. Sanctions, Soph; February 18 Away Home Columbus College Michael Stovall, Soph; Marchatnita Jones. Soph; Chrystal Jackson, Sr. MBC February 20** Next Row - Chrystal Jones, Freshman; Fawn Whitaker, Freshman; Charita Anderson, Freshman. Mr. Billy Wade On Top - Rosetta Bailey, Freshman. •♦Men’s game only •Indicates SIAC Conference Head Coach In Caption - Leonard Harris, Soph. Basketball Games (404) 525-7831 Ext. 325 Not Pictured - Ms. Vivian Edwards, Advisor.