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A SPELMAN SPOTLIGHT PUBLICATION Voi. 1, No. 2 Intellectual Framework for the Freethinker October 2013 Happy 92nd Birthday Dr. Joseph E. Lowery! A Look at What's Inside: On his 92nd birthday celebration By: Ko Bragg c’2015 businesses to stop Importing goods Rev. Dr. Joseph E. Lowery gave us from South Africa until they ended the all the gift of his presence. On Oct. apartheid, which killed and destroyed What to wear for 6, just four days after he attended a so many black families. Homecoming, and home-going service for his beloved This entire edition of The wife and fellow activist Evelyn BluePrlnt could be filled with lists of where to get it Lowery, at Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Lowery’s lifetime achievement pg. 7 International Chapel at Morehouse awards, halls of fame to which he College, he appeared before a star- belongs, honorary doctorates, and studded crowd In that very same major movements of which he was A look inside the courts of chapel with exemplary poise and a part. He is so widely accomplished Miss Maroon & White and grace, complemented by his witty because Dr. Lowery genuinely looks charm. His wife had suffered a stroke, for the good In others. Even on his Miss Spelman and died shortly after. 92nd birthday he chose to honor PS-3 “We carry on because that’s someone else who had been serving what mama raised us to do,” said his community. Cheryl Lowery, Dr. Lowery’s daughter Tyler Perry was given the How to eat well during and executive director of the Joseph Inaugural Joseph E. Lowery Agent of Homecoming E. Lowery Institute for Justice and Change Award. Perry started his life Human Rights at Clark Atlanta from very humble beginnings as he pg. 5 University. fought poverty and homelessness. The event, hosted by actor His successful films provide jobs for Chris Tucker featured readings over 350 Atlanta-based employees. Celebrating UK Black and performances by many black But even among all of his successes, History Month and LGBT celebrities such as Derek Watkins Tyler Perry receives Inaugural Agent of Change Award he still donates generous amounts to History Month (Fonzworth Bentley), Malcom-Jamal the NAACP and the National Action Warner, and Teri Vaughn just to name Network, both historic civil rights pg.4 a few. Jamie Foxx closed the night groups. He also has initiatives for with his kind words to the civil rights the homeless, and supports charities legend. such as Hosea Feed the Hungry and Refund checks: Where do From a dance tribute to Feeding America. they go? the Four Little Girls killed 50 years “To have this around my neck pg.5 ago In the 16th street bombings In makes me want to keep on running Birmingham, Ala., to a theatrical a little bit further,” said Perry after tribute to Dr. Lowery’s life as a civil receiving the award. Artists on the rise in the rights activist and agitator for change, Many students here In the the program entitled I’ve Known Atlanta University Center are probably AUC Rivers: A Legendary Life celebrated familiar with Dr. Lowery because they pg. 8 not only Dr. Lowery’s birthday, but probably pass by Joseph E. Lowery also how far we have come since the Blvd every single day. However, Civil Rights era. probably not enough of us really think What to think about “black” Dr. Lowery Is known as the about what that signifies. His road names “Dean of the Civil Rights Movement.” Intersects with both Martin Luther As the co-founder of the Southern King, Jr. Drive and Ralph David pg. 8 Christian Leadership Conference Abernathy Expressway, all people (SCLC) with Dr. Martin Luther King, who fought tirelessly for people who Jr., Dr. Lowery rose to the public eye look like us to be considered humane, as a lead advocate for equality. In equal people. the 50s and 60s he negotiated better The next time you’re hurrying pay rates with many businesses that off campus to get where you are either paid African Americans lower going, and you find yourself on Dr. wages, or refused to hire them at all. Lowery’s boulevard keep his words In Dr. Lowery’s legacy also mind: includes his leading role in protesting Dr. Lowery surrounded by friends and family during the singing of “We Shall Overcome” “If you don’t know where you the apartheid In South Africa. Through come from, you won’t know when his persistence he encouraged someone’s taking you back.”

EDITORIAL SPELMAN Spotlight Letter From an Editor Kiesha Cooper, C’2009 By: Raquel Rainey c’2014 By: Kabriilen Jones C’2015

As you were While growing up In Houston, Texas, I knew The “Spelman Spotlight” Is an Initiative taken Favorite homecoming welcomed In the first that I wanted to pursue a career In writing. Having on by the Spelman College Student Government memory: Coming back my Association aimed to highlight Spelman students, first year out of college to edition of The BluePrint, worked with a few magazine publications and faculty, and staff so that everyone can get their see how everyone looks so you were also charged to an online human rights blog, I have been able to “shine.” different and has grown up! share my talents and expose my craft but nothing always progress towards SpelHouse Homecoming is very soon; Just being able to reconnect prepared me for the work of a newspaper editor. greatness. I hope that Spelman and Morehouse alumni will be back to after not seeing everyone Countless hours of writing, Interviewing, and enjoy campus and reminisce on their glory days. was really special! I am still with this second issue, editing can make one weary, however my passion But there are some alumnae who are still a part friends with the ladles I hung Kiesha Cooper Raquel Rainey C’2014 we, the staff, have done for journalism forces me to persevere. The staff of the sisterhood everyday. This Spelman Spotlight out with while in college; we the same. This edition is highlights one of our very own alumna who never call each other every week. and I are proud of the work we have put forth these ion not only geared towards highlighting the festivities really left the gates. Best part of the “Spelhouse” relationship: past two months and we hope to continue on this When you need a male’s opinion; one Is always bto of this year’s Homecoming, but It also highlights road to success. Name: Kiesha Cooper C’2009 there to lend it. I love how anywhere you go, If you 9f1i the pressing Issues of our society that will greatly As you read this Issue, be cognizant of current say you graduated from Spelman and there Is a imi Impact us once the parties die down. events and what changes you can make to create Major. Biology Morehouse Man there, he will give you a hug like a Before I dive In too deeply, an Introduction a better tomorrow for yourself, your peers, and sister (even If you have never met him). Original Hometown: Smyrna, GA If you have a Spelman Sister you’d like to low would be appropriate. My name Is Raquel Rainey the world. While the BluePrlnt will serve as the highlight, please submit her name to kjones66@ 3flß and I am the Copy Editor for The BluePrlnt. As a framework for exposing you to news Inside and Current place of residence: Atlanta, GA scmall.spelman.edu. H92 senior English major, I was given the opportunity outside of the AUC, It Is up to you to become critical Current job: Bonner Scholars Program Assistant; ioi to rebuild the student newspaper along with a team thinkers and change agents for our community. Spelman College Bonner Office of Community 3 to of amazing, creative and talented women. Service and Student Development

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PRESIDENTIAL Corner PERSPECTIVE The State of Spelman College: Standing Strong in the Storm Without Consent: By. Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, President International & Domestic Rape Culture On Oct. 3, following the unexpected resignation since 2002, we have been By. Ayanna Runcie C’2015 of Howard University president, Dr. Sidney Ribeau, able to more than triple our Rape has become socially acceptable in The stigma and social the Wall Street Journal featured an article about scholarship support from American culture and the culture of the Atlanta backlash that victim- the financial struggles of many HBCUs following less than $5 million each University Center (AUC). Both classify as rape- survivors of rape often the Parent Plus Loan debacle entitled Loan Curbs year to now more than $15 prone cultures, or cultures where instances of experience, discourage Leave Black Schools in Peril. To the uninformed million annually, and we rape recur. American culture, in addition to other many women from seeking reader, it would seem that every Historically Black have expanded the staff of patriarchal cultures throughout the globe, allow justice and cause many College and University (HBCU) is on the verge our scholarship office to men to punish or threaten women through acts women to feel shameful, of financial ruin. While it is true that as more help students in their search Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum of sexual violence without severe punishment or families have been denied access to loans through for outside scholarships as incomplete, and helpless. societal disparagement. the U.S. Department of Education’s Parent Plus well. “After I was sexually Tanisha Jarvis c’2015 Tanisha Jarvis, a junior Anthropology and Program because of the government’s use of more Another cause for optimism is the abused as a child, I was Sociology major who is currently conducting stringent credit criteria and many HBCUs have commitment and loyal support of our accomplished completely confused and angry” Jarvis said. “I research on the Normalization of Rape Culture seen a dramatic drop in enrollment as a result, alumnae. Soon hundreds will be back on campus didn’t have an outlet and didn’t think I could speak some institutions have been able to weather this for Homecoming festivities, not only celebrating throughout the AUC, explains that in collectivistic out about it. storm and remain strong, moving forward with with their AUC friends, but also joining with communities, a woman’s sexuality often brings “However, when I came to Spelman, I would confidence and optimism for the future. Spelman their classmates to make contributions to the pride or shame to the entire community. see other women speak about their experiences College is one of them. College. Spelman women are helping us set a new “If you look at our patriarchal society, when a during Denim Day and began to share my own. Why am I so optimistic about the future fundraising record as we get closer and closer to woman steps out of a submissive role or a man When I started to speak about my experiences, of Spelman? A primary reason is because the our campaign goal of $150 million! wants to exert his power over a woman, he will many people would come up to me and say, ‘I’ve demand for a Spelman education remains strong. Even in the face of the worst economy in rape her,” Jarvis said. been through this too.’ This helped me realize the Many scholars believe that rape is also used Talented women from across the United States and our lifetimes, our alumnae and friends continue magnitude of sexual violence and gave me the idea as a way to maintain patriarchal power. University around the globe are applying in record numbers, to invest in Spelman College. It is the success to create a peer group.” of Pennsylvania Anthropology professor, Peggy and our classrooms and residence halls are full. of the Spelman Campaign that has helped our Jarvis recently started a peer group for Reeves Sanday, argues that rape is even often They recognize that dedicated Spelman faculty and scholarships to grow, provided opportunities for survivors of sexual violence in the AUC, called The more than 275 Spelmanites to travel internationally encouraged and perpetuated throughout American staff provide a uniquely empowering environment Survivors Network. It is a safe space where girls that places women of African descent at the center last year, supported new faculty positions and society. can heal, talk about their experiences, and reclaim of the learning experience, not on the margins - strengthened academic programs, allowed for “Watching their buddies have sex is their power. an education without barriers for a future without renovations of Laura Spelman Hall and the 24-hour another favorite activity in rape-prone campus Through The Survivors Network, Jarvis limits! academic resource center it houses, and soon a environments,” Sanday says in her article entitled wants to help victim-survivors build positive While I know that financial aid is a concern new and improved Read Hall. Rape-Prone Versus Rape-Free Campus Cultures. self-consciousness, promote self -love, and help for many of our current and future students, we are Are there challenges facing higher “A woman is targeted at a party and [fraternity] young women discover who they are without being committed to helping as many students as we can education? Absolutely, but in the tradition of brothers are informed...they certainly don’t seek influenced by external factors throughout society. find the resources needed to successfully graduate our founders Sophia Packard and Harriet Giles, her consent to being watched. It is assumed that The Survivors Network also focuses on bringing from Spelman. Through vigorous fundraising, Spelman College is rising to meet them with if she came to the house party she is prepared for about awareness of sexual violence throughout the we have been able to provide some additional confidence in the present and faith in the future, anything that might happen, especially if she gets AUC. assistance to students who have been caught always striving to be “nothing less than the best”! drunk.” Rape is something that has become normative in the Parent Plus loan credit crunch. Indeed, Through extensive research, Sanday has found in the AUC, and in the greater international that men often attempt to get women drunk so that community. Rape can be used as a means to bring it is easier to have sex with them. Subsequently shame to a targeted group of people in instances men use the woman’s drunken state to justify the of war. rape and declare that it was her fault that she was ABOUT According to President Obama, the use of so drunk. chemical weapons in Syria “crossed a red line.” Chief Editors Section Editors Rape against women has proven to be Ko Bragg, Editor-in-Chief Houston Scott, Fashion & Beauty exceptionally prevalent on college campuses. The America almost declared war on Syria to prevent Ayanna Runcie, Managing Editor Analisa Wade, Arfs & Entertainment National Center for Injury and Prevention has the Syrian government from using chemical Jasmine Ellis, Associate Editor Alexis Dulan, Domestic & International News recorded that 37.4 percent of female rape victims weapons on its civilians. Aside from the inexcusable Raquel Rainey, Copy Editor Courtney King, Campus Life were first raped between ages 18-24, college age. use of chemical weapons to kill innocent people, Erin Gloster, Campus Life 19 percent of undergraduate women experience thousands of women and children are being raped Business Team Tyler Lee, Business & Finance attempted or completed sexual assault since in Syria as a weapon of war. Marli Crowe, Advertising Manager Taylor Curry, Food & Drink “Where do we draw the red line with rape Danyelle Carter, Public Relations Manager Adrian Thomas, Opinions entering college. Jordan Daniels, Religion & Spiritual Life Statistics from the National Center for warfare?” said CNN correspondent Lauren Wolfe in Injury Prevention and Control for the year of 2012 response to the recent prevalence of rape warfare Thanks to all of our contributing, staff, and show that nearly 1 in 5 (18.3%) of women and 1 in in Syria. How to Reach Us featured writers- 71 men (1.4%) have experienced rape at sometime Rape has been used as a weapon in countless 350 Spelman Ln SW, Atlanta, GA 30314 during their lives. Six percent of men and 13 wars and battles as a mechanism to exert power and Email: [email protected] percent of women reported that they experienced control over people and communities. More people sexual coercion at some time in their lives. need to be educated about violence against women Many times students blame the victim who and take personal accountability in combating the survived sexual assault and give the male the prevalence of violence against women. As Jarvis benefit of the doubt. When discussing recent eloquently states, “rape is not just a women’s instances of rape in the AUC students have said, “it issue, it’s a human rights issue.” » was her fault that she put her self in that situation” Note: Email [email protected] to GafJier ’Round For A Cup O/ Joy and “she probably wanted it” and “what if she is join The Survivors Network. Anyone can join. lying?” Safety During Homecoming

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Homecoming is an exciting time on campus advances. This is not an excuse for men but when students are able to relax, have fun, and be cautious and aware of how you are carrying participate in events, such as the Homecoming Step yourself.” Show and the Coronation Ball. With all of the fun, Bradley believes that only the students who put sometimes the concept of “safety first” is forgotten. themselves in those types of situations, are the ones With alumni, friends, and families on campus, who get taken advantage of during Homecoming. safety is extremely important. “[It’s] not most students,” he said. According to National Public Radio (NPR), at Sexual harassment is a problem that remains least 1 out of 5 women will be sexually assaulted prevalent among colleges across the nation. No during their college years.To determine how students matter the motive behind the crime, it is never a from Spelman and Morehouse College felt about woman’s fault if she is targeted and victimized. sexual harassment during Homecoming, I posed Homecoming is the time to have fun, but it is also the following question: “Do you think Homecoming important to remain safe and aware. provides the chance for female students to be taken Follow the tips below to increase your safety: advantage of?” “Yes. With the presence of alcohol and drugs, • Always travel in groups. Cameroon Boyo™ Arabica Coffee females’ defenses are lowered,” said Jahbril • Drink responsibly (and legally). Armstead, junior at Morehouse College. • Be around people you know you can trust. www amaracoffec.com “Most definitely,” Sabrina Rodgers C’2016 said. • Remain aware of your surroundings. “If a woman is intoxicated, some men will use it as • If you feel uncomfortable try to remove ■•>» um>Ir will. > tfipriiM Kh'1« '¡•»•'I« «¡wl t «My W)(It*« Its an excuse to try to take advantage of her.” yourself from the situation. Ebony Worrlest C’2014 and Eddie Bradley III, To report a crime or incident, call local )1%S\ il(IWÖzW1Ü junior at Morehouse College disagreed. I i/ûv I * 1 »I»I H authorities at 911 then contact Spelman Public ¿zÀv 1 h II “Women make their own decisions,” Worrlest Safety at (404) 525-6401. explained. “The way a woman may dress invites i * i W* The BluePrint [email protected] October 2013 3

For a complete listing of events taking place at Spelman College, check the Student Life and Engagement section ol Spelman.edu Dales, limes and locations CAMPUS LIFE & Events may change without advance notice. The Griot: Organization Watch Afrekete A group of about 30 Spelman and Morehouse A Look Inside Past Homecomings formerly founded as the Lesbian/ students including members from S.K.I.R.T.S., Air-Force ROTC, and Army ROTC volunteered at a “Duathalon” By: Dedra Mitchell C’20i4 Bisexual Alliance In the mid 90s was formed to provide a foundation called Route 2 Change on Oct 12. Volunteers woke up at There is no denying that timeless message clear across 6 a.m. to station around bike route, which went through of support for Spelman women Homecoming presents the the sky. So that all of us can Inner-city Atlanta. Participants in the “duathalon” who expressed Interest In lesbian/ glorious opportunity to indulge read it and remember when completed a 5k run followed by a 15-mile bike ride and bisexual alliance. Our mission is to foster understanding in a myriad of festivities, but it is we need it, a dream conceived then another 5k. It raised money for prevention of sex and denounce the perpetuation of stereotypes associated also a time of reflection. Each year in truth can never die.” 1993’s trafficking. alumnae from around the nation Miss Spelman, Marla Faye with being lesbian or bisexual In and around the Spelman WOW Priceless Is in the process of forming an e-board. Next month they plan to do social media re-enter the gates of Spelman Fredrick, looked marvelous in an community. In 1998-99, Afrekete experienced constant campaigns as well as a candle light vigil. College to celebrate the present intricately beaded gown shown opposition by the Spelman Community. This included “Long term, my main goal Is to get a mentorship set in the photograph. In a letter ridicule from the students and the administration refused and future, while honoring and up with a safe house,” said Gillette, one of the directors to support or sponsor any alliance that would foster cherishing a remarkable past. This to the Spelman community of WOW Priceless. “We want to go out and teach them a haven for those practicing same-sex or bi-sexual edition of the Griot is focusing on Fredrick stated: how to become independent while having fun.” past homecomings. “Spelman queenship is a preferences. That year, we chose to no longer Identify To get Involved contact the directors at: Homecoming 1999’s theme, reflection of a people with hope, the group as Lesbian and Bisexual Alliance due to the [email protected]. Timeless, exemplified the essence promise and commitment. It is safety of students and because many did not feel safe of the SpelHouse family. The 1999 all of us working together for participating on campus. As of now, we are rebuilding ------Girls Going Global homecoming package reads, the betterment of ourselves and re-branding to let students know that we are here for Girls Going f"‘; Is an organization “This year’s theme, Timeless, 1993 Miss Spelman, Maria Faye Fredrick and our community. Spelman them and have resources to help them if need be. Global G and social enterprise that ------—-— promotes travel to inner- serves as the perfect underscore sisters, continue to strive for the Students interested in joining Afrekete should attend city girls by exposing excellence that lies within you general body meetings every other Thursday. Meeting for the ageless traditions of them to the cultures of the world. It was founded in 2012 connectedness, fellowship, friendly allowing the queen that is within dates for this month Include Oct. 24th at 7pm In Cosby by a Spelman alumna, Martice Sutton, who graduated competitiveness, and unwavering all of us to radiate.” in the Women’s Research Center. For more information from Spelman In 2011 with her B.A. In International support that is unique to Spelman Thecountlesshomecomings please contact us at [email protected]. Studies and a concentration in International Business. alumnae and Morehouse alumni.” that have paved the path for this Afrekete Is presenting the Coming Out Monologues Having traveled extensively throughout the world, Class of 1971’s Miss Maroon year’s homecoming are worthy on Nov. 14 at 7pm in the Science Center Auditorium. It Sutton wanted to give back to her community of West and White, Janet Lane, was of our acknowledgment and is a production for LGBTQA students to share, perform, Philadelphia, P.A. in a way that would better position stunning when she graced the field appreciation. The rambunctious and tell their coming out stories or stories about their African-Americans to be more active in International affairs and foreign policies. She wanted to make girls go with Howard University’s Miss spirit of homecoming is an Identity and experiences as a queer person or an ally global. Gridiron to be presented with the ingrained entity of the Spelman of the LGBTQ community. This will be Afrekete’s and Through her Passport to the World Summer game ball. In the class of 1971’s experience that will remain Spelman’s first coming out monologues. As Afrekete is Program, a month-long weekend program that exposes present long after we have yearbook, Reflections 1971: striving to make Spelman a more Inclusive campus, the African-American girls to world culture through food, Dignity Femininity Pride, a lovely parted ways with Spelman Lane. Coming Out Monologues will be one of the many steps language, religion, and dally life, and the Girls Going quote lends some insight on Lane. Thus, it is imperative for us to it takes to do so. Global Travel camp which had its first stop in Canada “The coronation of a queen, a leave our future Spelman sisters this summer and Summer 2014 will be held In Costa with something amazing to Black queen. Here is the essence of 1971 Miss Maroon & White, Janet Lane with WOW Priceless Rica, Sutton Is certainly on her way to Increasing global Howard’s Miss Gridiron Black pride, dignity and femininity. reflect on, as our alumnae have “Strengthening the fight to end awareness in the African-American community. The Girls Going Global Spelman Chapter was Here is a Black woman.” done for us. child sex trafficking” A 1993 homecoming magazine dedicated to Additional informationaboutpasthomecomings formed in May to uphold Sutton’s vision. It is working Atlanta is in the top 14 cities in conjunction with The BluePrint until it can operate as Miss Spelman and her Court titled Black Butterfly are conveniently located at the Spelman College I* in the United States to have a an RSO. The Spelman chapter has 3 initiatives for this shared uplifting words from the original 1984 song Archives in the Camille Olivia Hanks Cosby, Ed. D. problem with sex trafficking. semester: Academic Center on the second floor. by Deniece Williams. “Tell your sons and daughters Atlanta also has the highest sex • Modeled after Sutton’s GGG Passport Scholarships, what the struggle brings. Black Butterfly set the trafficking rate in Georgia. we aim to raise enough money to support a Passport skies on fire. Rise up even higher so the ancient Moved by those statistics, LaDarrien Gillette Scholarship for 3 Spelman students. In order for anyone winds of time can catch your wings... Write your C’2016 and Camille Henderson C’2015 are working on to “go global,” she or he has to have a passport. • “Champions Rally" a sex-trafficking awareness campaign to emphasize the • Establish Relationship with local girls school to overwhelming amount of child sex trafficking that occurs continue exposing youth to travel. Clark Atlanta University Homecoming Review in Atlanta. Both are interns at a non-profit called Youth If you want to get Involved please contact us at By: Jillian Wade, C’2O15 and Briar Davis, C’2016, Clark Atlanta University Spark located in the Juvenile Justice Center in Atlanta, [email protected]. For more information visit which deals with prevention for child sex-trafficking. glrlsgoingglobal.org. Clark Atlanta University’s count down to announced, students discussed who they expected homecoming began right after the homecoming to perform. tickets went on sale Tuesday Oct. 1. “I’m looking forward to the hip hop show During the homecoming reveal on Sept. because I would like to know who’s going to be 26, CAU uncovered the It Was All Dream theme, there,” First-year Kadizja White said. “I’ve never Journey to the Crown: inspired by legendary hip hop artist the Notorious been to a college homecoming.” B.I.G. CAU prepares a week full of events for the Homecoming week leads up to the homecoming students starting Sunday Oct. 20 with the “Black football game. This year the CAU Panthers gear Miss Spelman & Her Court Out” at the freshmen quad. up to play the Albany State University Rams. The By: Ayanna Runcie, C’2015 “The Black Out activity is suppose to boost up Rams are also apart of the SIAC (the Southern Joi Crenshaw, Marissa Robinson, and Anita Salley, Children. Through this platform, she will work with Intercollegiate Athletic Conference). Rams and the first year students’ spirits about homecoming” who will be crowned Miss Spelman, 1st attendant, and different agencies to educate the community about said Armani Martin, Homecoming Media Relations the Panthers both share a 1-4 season record. The 2nd attendant respectively, let their vibrant personalities children who have been mentally, physically, or sexually Director. “We want the students to have a sense Panthers have hope that they will defeat the Rams. shine In the 2013-2014 Miss Spelman pageant this past abused. For one of her platform events, she plans to of what to anticipate throughout the week of “We have a very good chance in beating them spring. have experts come and talk to the Spelman students and faculty. [the Rams],” Running Back, Antonio Ford said. Ever since they witnessed When and Where I Enter homecoming. at Spel-bound 2010, the members of the 2013-2014 “I specifically chose children because they cannot “The theme is suppose to describe everyone’s “We have prepared ourselves for this game all Miss Spelman Court aspired to represent the Spelman necessarily advocate for themselves,” Crenshaw said. feeling after the week is over with. We want the season, hopefully we can bring in another ‘W’ for community. “But that isn’t to say that students to share many unbelievable memories our homecoming game. “At When and Where I don’t recognize that these things also occur after homecoming is over.” If all goes well, the week of Oct. 20 through I Enter, I said ‘yes, look at this royalty, they are on our campuses, so I the 27 will really be a dream-like experience. Questions are going up in the air, about what is beautiful,”’ Robinson think It will be good for going to happen with the hip- hop concert on Oct. said. “They exemplified our school community 21 at the Forbes arena. Before the performers were everything from beauty, as well.” class, poise and they Robinson’s platform were student leaders. It is entitled Dare to Be just made me say ‘wow, You: The Fight Against Miss Maroon-and-White in the Spotlight I really want to be on the Medical Stigmas. As Miss Spelman court.’” someone who has By: Christiauna Draper c’2015 Now since that experienced medical Soon to be crowned Miss Maroon-and-White, Pre-Dental major from Richmond, Va. Her platform, dream has come into hardship, Robinson Jasmine Walker is an Atlanta native and a senior Smiles For the Future, is an initiative that serves to help fruition, all three women wantsto bean inspiration to her Spelman sisters Psychology major. Her platform, At my Best, focuses on children with cleft lip and palate. She plans to host an are very enthusiastic who have dealt with managing healthy lifestyles, making healthy decisions, AUC talent show entitled Talent Voyage In order to raise about everything the crown entails. health disparities. and maintaining healthy relationships. In support of money for Operation Smile. Salley’s platform Is Serving as First Attendant “The thing I look the health initiative, she forward to the most Is being called upon to represent entitled Becoming Your Best Self: Total Wellness, Mind, to Miss Maroon-and-White will host an event entitled Spelman,” Crenshaw said. “That Is one of the major Body, and Spirit. She wants to use this platform to add #NoFilter In spring 2014. is Timme Mackie, a senior things that called me to the job because I love Spelman support to Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum’s Spelman Wellness This event will serve to International Studies major so much. Revolution. Salley Is the embodiment of her platform and examine the impact that from Detroit. Her platform, “One of the things I admire most about Spelman is will be able to talk about health and wellness from her behaviors and decisions Violence Prevention and Gun that it gives young black women a chance to be the center personal experience. have on peoples’ lives. Awareness, will be used to of attention. [Spelman] gives us a great foundation to be By the end of their reign, Miss Spelman and her Every decision a person organize a community uplift a great competitor in the larger context. [Spelmanltes] court hope that they will have motivated, inspired, and left a positive impact on their Spelman sisters. makes, including dietary event. will be ready for any career because Spelman breeds As Miss Spelman, Crenshaw’s message to her peers consumption and choosing With homecoming right wonderful leaders- the world better watch out!” In addition to being the faces of the Spelman College, is that you do not have to come into Spelman knowing friends—Impacts the Individual as a whole. This event will around the corner, Miss Maroon-and-White and her court Miss Spelman & Court will execute three major platforms everything and you do not have to be in every organization are ecstatic about Coronation. raise awareness on STDS, efficient exercising, suitable to enhance the Spelman and greater Atlanta community. to be successful. “We are most excited about Coronation and getting eating habits, favorable relationships, and effective ways Although most of the events will be executed in the “Who would have thought that with the path I chose to relieve stress. crowned on Oct. 25th,” Walker said. “We are earning more spring, the three women have already started executing at Spelman, I’d even be a competitor for the crown, yet, But what is Miss Maroon-and-White without her than just a title. We are receiving more opportunities to their platforms through community service initiatives in it greatly worked out in my favor,” Crenshaw said. “Even court? Serving as Second Attendant to Miss Maroon-and- serve our community and we love to showcase our love collaboration with Mr. Blue & White and his court. if you don’t have all of the pieces, sometimes you have to White Is Taphaphene Young. She is a senior, Psychology/ for Morehouse College and the AUC as a whole!” Crenshaw’s platform is entitled Let’s Save the reach for things anyway.” 4 October 2013 [email protected] The BluePrint DOMESTIC & International News Friendship Baptist Church Failing to Protect & Serve: The Significance of History & Profit Police Brutality in America By: Jasmine M. Ellis C’2015 By: Kyra Carlisle C’2015, Clark Atlanta University $19.5 million is a lot of money. Friendship -which is sad—I can see how [Spelman’s] voice Baptist Church made the decision to sell its edifice would not have had much power,” Wilkerson Being black in America has never been an easy can rely on the police to protect them. Police often to the Atlanta Falcons for that amount in September. said. “I do wish Dr. Tatum would have released a thing, especially for black men. The number of see black men stereotypically as threats, and as a However, the church was the birthplace of Spelman statement to the church addressing their concern killings of unarmed black males from non-blacks result they overcompensate and take preventative College in 1881; for some, that piece of history is with this decision.” has risen in recent years. Black men in America are actions against them. priceless. Christine Slaughter C’2015, expressed her killed, beaten, and violated by police officers. “I feel like the police should assess the situation Though leaders at the church declined to disdain with the church’s decision and the effects it One in particular is Jonathan Ferrell, a 24-year- before they take action against any person,” said comment, others have not—this sale has sparked will have on the neighborhood. old former Florida A&M football player, who was Melvin Hill, a junior at Morehouse College. debate across Atlanta. The public has had both “How far are we willing to gentrify our killed by a police office in September. Ferrell Hill is absolutely right. American police officers positive and negative responses, but Spelman neighborhood? I am not at all pleased with the wrecked his car to the point where he had to break should stop entering situations with a prejudice the back window in order to escape. He then ran attitude against black men. They should realize students have a unique perspective on it. decision,” Slaughter said. “Friendship Baptist to the nearest house for help. The resident of we are all human and should be treated as such. “I was genuinely upset,” said Breanna Church is a historical memory in Spelman’s the house saw him, thought he was attempting However, some believe that black men in America Wilkerson, junior at Spelman College. “As it is history. Better yet, Friendship was the first African- burglary, triggered the alarm, and called the police. will always have a difficult time dealing with law a historical site, I do not understand how this American Baptist church in Atlanta post- civil war. When Ferrell saw the police officers, he ran to enforcement. decision could be made. I would have thought “What does it say about us that we were them for help, but was fatally shot. The officer “I don’t believe police brutality is ever going both Spelman and Morehouse would have had a willing (or forced) to sacrifice that history for responsible for his death has been charged with away,” Morehouse student Xavier Herbet said. stronger voice in the way things were played out.” ‘economic development.’ Can we not develop our voluntary manslaughter. “Black men should adapt.” Friendship Baptist Church once served as a communities any other way? I believe Spelman Sean Bell, Amadou Diallo, and Oscar Grant The increasing number of black men who are mecca for Black History throughout the 1800s and should have intervened sooner and been vocal in were all unarmed black men murdered by police murdered by police officers will not decrease until well into the 1960s. Spelman College was founded protest.” officers. Adding Ferrell’s completely avoidable police begin to see them as their counterparts and in the basement of the church. The founding pastor As seen throughout the years, financial murder to that list, it’s safe to wonder if black men not as a threat to their personal safety. of Friendship Baptist Church, Reverend Frank gain often supersedes historical significance. Quarles, opened up the basement of the church to Slaughter gives insight into America’s economic develop the college. consciousness. Spelman’s role and relationship with Friendship “We should be more conscious in our October Marks LGBT History Month Baptist Church has come into question. As an decisions,” Slaughter said. “Why build a new By: Afrekete institution so deeply rooted in tradition, it’s hard stadium when there is a growing homeless Across the nation, LGBT History month occurs other pieces of potentially stigmatized personal for a lot of people to come to terms with the fact population in Atlanta? Why not invest that money each October with individuals focusing in on Lesbian, information. Terms also used that correlate with this that the place in which Spelman came into fruition in a more humane way - such as education? Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender history and the history action are: will be flattened and replaced with a new stadium. “Development doesn’t always mean profit, we of the gay rights. The UC Davis LGBTQIA (Lesbian, --’’Being out,” which means not concealing one’s “Legally, since there is no formal relationship must consider what we lose when we make such gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, intersex, sexual orientation or gender identity. between our institution and Friendship Baptist- big decisions.” and asexual) Resource Center has compiled a list -’’Outing,” a term used for making public the of terms related to the LGBTQIA community. sexual orientation or gender identity of another who No matter where in the rainbow you are...... would prefer to keep this information secret. Black History Month in the UK Outing [someone]: when someone reveals another person’s sexuality or gender identity to an By: Alexis Dulan C’20l6 individual or group, often without the person’s consent The United Kingdom celebrates Black respectively, the content of the poem made her or approval; not to be confused with “coming out” This History Month in October. It acknowledges the appreciate the presentations that represented her is highly disrespectful and dangerous to the person in contributions of people from the African Diaspora. own background. the LGBT community. Pansexual: a person who experiences The United Kingdom started commemorating Black Even though her parents did not heavily Someone cares. History Month in October of 1987. celebrate Black History Month, she recognizes the sexual, romantic, physical, and/or spiritual attraction According to the Discover Black Heritage need to celebrate black excellence because of racial Please keep in mind that the terms and for members of all gender identities/expressions. website, “the month of October was selected profiling. Since race relations issues continue to definitions below are ever-evolving and changing and Drag King: A person (often a woman) who because it coincided with the Marcus Garvey persist in London, Rown described the importance often mean different things to different people. They appears as a man. Generally in reference to an act celebrations and London Jubilee.” Different groups of continuing to have Black History Month are provided below as a starting point for discussion or performance. This has no implications regarding within the United Kingdom celebrate Black History “It is important to expose European children and understanding. gender identity. Month, and the celebration has spread throughout [to] the influences of black people,” Rown said. Asexual: a person who generally does not Drag Queen: A person (often a man) who appears the boroughs and several other places within the Although the United Kingdom celebrates its experience sexual attraction (or very little) to any group as a woman. Generally in reference to an act or United Kingdom. own Black History Month, many of the pioneers of people. Asexuality is distinct from celibacy, which is performance. This has no implications regarding Delisha Rown, a student from London studying within the black community are from the United the deliberate abstention from sexual activity. Some gender identity. at Spelman College explains more. States. Rown explains that London is heavily asexual people do have sex. There are many diverse FTM (F2M): Female-to-male transsexual/ “Black History Month was celebrated in my influenced by America, particularly with the election ways of being asexual. transgender person. This person does not have to primary school,” Rown said. “We were encouraged of Barack Obama in 2008. Androgyny: (1) a gender expression that has or can undergo medical treatments to change their to celebrate the different cultures within the African elements of both masculinity and femininity; (2) biological sexto be considered FTM/MTF diaspora.” occasionally used in place of “intersex” to describe a Gender Identity: the internal perception of an Rown remembers presentations in her For more information regarding events person with both female and male anatomy. individual’s gender, and how they label themselves. younger years of poets who performed at the during Black History Month, visit http://www. 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Refund Checks & Balances How to Keep Your Stomach & Wallet By: Imani Love C’2016 Full During Homecoming “Cashing out”, “On the come up”, and “Checked “They use it on stupid stuff,” Handy said. “Boys go up” are just some of the phrases that students use to get tattoos, and I know this girl who used It to get a dog. By: Taylor Curry C’2015 express their excitement about refund checks. Though I’ve heard some crazy stuff. I never hear of anyone really Homecoming has arrived. The alumni will food court to which they never had access. If you it is encouraged that these checks go toward paying off using the checks for necessities like a computer or a come, the musicians will come, the vendors will have them, use those extra dining dollars and tell student loans, judging from the sudden spike in classic printer-things they need for school.” come, but chances are your money will go. Here your friends and family you’d rather treat them to tall chestnut UGG boots and Michael Kors bags around Despite the fact that a lot of students spend these campus, students are probably not saving this money. checks frivolously, most are unaware that they have to are some helpful tips on how to eat well, enjoy a pumpkin spiced latte from the local Starbucks. The checks are disbursed twice a year, once before pay back interest along with the loaned money. According homecoming week, and budget responsibly. While they brag about their cushy Wall Street job, homecoming and again before spring break, and it seems to Yahoo Finance, 66% of college students graduate four- revel in the fact that you don’t have to fork over as if they are strategically given to students to spend on year institutions with an average of $26,600 in student B.Y.O.S. (Bring Your Own Snacks) cash for good sushi. everything but their educational expenses. loans. It Is also stated that 9.1% of students default on Sitting through a four-hour game to watch our Include Dear Old Mom(s) and/or Dad(s) Refund checks are distributed to students whose their loans two years after school; that number rises to beloved Maroon Tigers take on a collegiate outsider While going out for drinks or dancing with grants, loans, or scholarships exceed tuition. The money 13.4% hitting the third year. can spark some major hunger pains. But instead of friends in between Homecoming festivities is that Is not used towards school fees or tuition is given “Student debt may be far more detrimental to giving in to the often pricey hot-dogs, nachos, or always fun (if you’re twenty-one), when it comes to back to them in the form of a refund check. However if financial futures than once thought,” said writer and the loan Is in their parents’ names, the check is directly policy analyst Robert HiItonsmlth. “Particularly for those lemonade sold at the game, pack a snack before getting in a real meal in between parties, never feel deposited or sent home. with the highest level of debt: students of color and hand like celery sticks dipped in sugar-free peanut ashamed to include the parents. Don’t think this Though the money is tempting to use for personal students from low-income families.” butter. Munch on some spicy nacho flavored dried is parasitic; after sending you to college, generally expenses, there are still the wise few who choose to save Since Spelman College is a historically black college kale from home, and pack your own water bottle. speaking parents tend to have an inherent urge to it, like Sophomore Trisha Barton. with a large percentage of students of color, the student Utilize Spelman’s New Food Court buy food for you. Not only will this afford you some “I go shopping and save most of it,” Barton body is projected to have a tougher time paying off loans. When your cool, grownup alumni friends much needed quality time with the people you said. “I give [the rest] to my mom so that I can’t spend In the long run, loan payments detract from funds that come to visit, they’ll probably want to grab a bite probably miss the most, but it will also prove to It.” could be saved for retirement or even used to buy a in between Homecoming activities. Rather than be a very practical move in terms of staying within Senior Chelby Handy thinks “a lot of people treat it home. taking them to a local spot, show off the brand new your budget. like free money.” Handy on the other hand used one of So when the next set of refund checks are sent out, her checks to put a down payment on a car, and another think twice about buying a pair of boots and think more to pay a month’s worth of rent. Though Handy is fiscally about the future. Don’t become a statistic, spend a little, responsible with her checks, she recognizes that not save a lot. everyone else is. Happy, Healthy Tailgating By: Chelsey Washington C’2015, Clark Atlanta University As the date quickly approaches for the highly Do your absolute best to stay away from fried foods anticipated Homecoming tailgates, many are preparing and sugary treats, but if you cannot resist the urge, simply Obama, Student Loans, and YOU to feast on an array of artery clogging foods and to eat smaller proportions. Feeling guilty about ordering a By: Lydia Hayes c’2014 consume beverages with enough sugar in them to well funnel cake? Top It off with strawberries and hold the Social media has become a staple form of seems to be a temporary solution to the permanent surpass the recommended caloric Intake for the entire whip cream. Split a meal with a friend; choose water communication In our generation. Its effectiveness problem of financing higher education. Even though day. Amidst the fog of BBQ ribs, Southern fried catfish, Instead of soda or juice; and be wise when choosing stems from its ability to reach wide ranges of people student loan rates won’t double, the act does not funnel cakes, fried chicken, sugary beverages, and other good foods and bad foods. instantaneously. Even government Initiatives are starting completely rule out the possibility of these rates delicious, yet unhealthy foods at tailgate, there Is hope Making conscious meal decisions that allow you to to Include some element of social Interactiveness, increasing. Students can only hope that lawmakers find a particularly through Twitter. for those seeking healthy alternatives to these tempting enjoy the many delicious foods that tailgate offer, can be solution that is more beneficial In the long run. Even before the Bipartisan Student Loan Certainty entrees. as simple as adding a few tweaks to normal eating habits. Act of 2013 was signed in Aug, #DontDoubleMyRates One lawmaker from Massachusetts seems to be Don’t be ashamed to pack your own food! This Selecting foods such as nonfat frozen yogurt, which was designed to spread awareness about the act across searching for that solution. Sen. Elizabeth Warren Is may be the wisest alternative to indulging in the often usually have half the calories of ice cream, skipping social media. But now that the bill has been signed, what pushing for more reforms regarding student loans, times greasy and unhealthy foods associated with over fried chicken for grilled chicken—which counts as changes can we expect to see? Including eliminating student debt to those who declare tailgates. Packing nutritious snacks such as fresh fruit or a great source of protein- choosing baked chips over The act ensures that the Interest rates of subsidized bankruptcy. Warren has also proposed giving federal vegetables, pretzels, yogurt, or trail mix and drinking lots their greasier cousin the French fry, or even asking for and unsubsidized Stafford loans for undergraduate financial assistance to states that fund public colleges— of water will help you remain full and energized, which toppings and sauces on the side rather than drenched students will be reduced to 3.86% by next year. According the government no longer profits from student loans and can help curb cravings for fatty foods. on food, are a few healthy alternatives to having fun to a press release from NBC, the yearly interest rate is disciplining colleges whose graduates cannot manage If packing a nutritional snack just won’t fill you up, at tailgate while still being able to stuff your face (In attached to the rate on 10-year Treasury notes. In other their debt. words, there Is room for the Interest rate to Increase In It is still possible to make healthy food choices when moderation) with a variety of extremely appetizing foods. the future. selecting food from a vendor or food tent. Try to pick Worst-case scenario, hopefully you’ll have done Students should not expect to see an overnight For professional and graduate students, the interest foods with good nutritional value and a small amount enough walking and dancing at tailgate to help burn change in their loan payments. There are many Spelman rate has been reduced to 5.41%, but because these loans those guilty calories. students who have an enormous amount of debt of “useless calories.” Although weeding out the bad are also attached to the 10-year Treasury notes, they too foods may tremendously limit the variety of what you will increase. These clauses apply to any loans taken out waiting for them after they leave these pearly gates. can choose from, it is important to pick foods that are after July 1 of this year. Be conscientious of interest rates, and keep up with The Bipartisan Student Loan Certainty Act of 2013 government initiatives that may be geared to help you. beneficial to maintaining overall health. Knowing Stocks Can Alumnae Get You Employed 0ct20 - 27. 201^ By: Tyler Lee C’2015 Looking to impress an interviewer? What better way 9 a.m. 9-11 a.m. than by knowing the stock price of the company in which Opening Worship Service Homecoming Parade you have interest. To most, stock markets are intimidating, @Sisters Chapel, Spelman College because to the untrained eye, fluctuations of a company’s 12-6 p.m. stock price and their related charts looks like a bunch of Sunday, October 20 8 p.m. Homecoming Tailgate numbers and squiggles. However, the trending of a compa­ Homecoming Kick Off Jam @West End Ave & Wellborn St. ny’s stock prices can show the overall health of the compa­ “Fit 4 Fun" ny and also the state of the country’s economy. 4 Days of Wellness Centered, Relevant and Fun Activ­ @Spelman Oval 2 p.m. A stock is a small percentage of ownership in a corpo­ ities (Enjoy music, socializing, and start off your homecom­ ration, thus the more stock someone has, the more risk she ing week) _ _ _ Homecoming Game Thursday, October 24 or he has. As a business expands, makes favorable trans­ Monday, October 21 @B.T. Harvey Football Stadium “Day 1”: Professional Wellness actions, and conducts profitable business operations, stock 7 p.m. (“Hire Spelman”- Alumnae and Students Career Expo; 5 p.m. prices increase and ergo owning those stocks is valuable Fashion Show & Hip-Hop Concert and beneficial. Fluctuations in the stock price can show “Art of Networking”-Museum Event) **End of Annual Giving Campaign @Forbes Arena, Morehouse College if the company is becoming more and more profitable or heading toward bankruptcy. Friday, October 25 Tuesday, October 22 7 p.m.-11 p.m. After every interview, the employer asks that infamous “Day 2”: Physical Wellness 7 p.m. NPHC Step Show question, “Do you have any questions for me?” and if you (Check in, walk the campus and learn some new dance Neo-Soul/ R&B Concert @Forbes Arena, Morehouse Arena have not thought of any during the interview, you can ask moves) @Klngs Chapel, Morehouse College (Watch as the Greeks Step to the finish line!) questions pertaining to the financial health of the company. You might even be bold enough to ask them how they feel Saturday, October 26 Wednesday, October 23 Sunday, October 27 about their current financial state. Doing so you will sound “Day 3”: Social Wellness 4 p.m. 11 a.m. Intuitive, Informed, and show that you have a genuine in­ (Homecoming Tailgate!) Hump Wednesday Closing Worship Service terest in the company and not just looking for a job (which @Klng’s Chapel, Morehouse College Sunday, October 27 @Westvlew Drive, Morehouse College (Mid-Week many of us are). Block Party) Below are some companies and their stock prices “Day 4”: Spiritual Wellness Thursday, October 24 4 p.m. as of Oct. 16: (Closing Homecoming Worship Service) Miss Spelman Hat & Glove Annual Tea 11 a.m. BAC Bank of America 14.56 @Cosby Academic Center Lobby, Spelman College 51.13 Homecoming Convocation FB Facebook, Inc. -Invite Only- MSFT Microsoft Corp. 34.64 @Sisters Chapel, Spelman College JPM JP Morgan Chase & Co 54.00 **2013 Annual Giving Campaign DAL Delta Air Lines, Inc. 24.42 6 p.m. Last Day to Withdraw from course with a “W” C Citigroup, Inc. 50.84 (July 1,2013-October 26, 2013 @5 p.m.) Miss Spelman Coronation AAPL Apple 501.11 Join with a group of women from your @Slsters Chapel, Spelman College Student Affairs Global Experience to London GOOG Google 898.03 residence hall, sorority, or from academic (Watch the Official Crowning of Miss Spelman and VZ Verizon 47.25 and extracurricular interests. Represent her Court) To stay up to date on stock prices, the “Stocks” applica­ this group in the 2013 Homecoming tion automatically downloads to the iphone, or you can Friday, October 25 visit finance.yahoo.com! Competition where alumnae will vote for their top two groups. These groups 12-5 p.m. Market Friday will receive a one-time, current use Dow Jones industrial Average 2 Minute @Spelman Suites Amphitheater Sa« Jem» »Kt./-» S-S - Ost14 4:31 FU ST scholarship in their name to be awarded (Listen to music and shop from many local vendors) to a deserving student! 15301.26 4-64,15(0.42%) Gifts will be accepted up until the 7 p.m. W...... homecoming tailgate on October 26, Miss Maroon and White Coronation @Klngs Chapel, Morehouse College 2013 at 5 p.m.

'■ Ä - 4 s « 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Coronation Ball (Dress to Impress and enjoy music and HS 1«? few »f w dancing) 6 October 2013 [email protected] The BluePrint 1¡i RELIGION & Spiritual Life Finding Your Way Home The Great Debate: By: Rev. Dr. Lisa D. Rhodes, Dean of the Chapel Homecoming vs. Religion Homecoming evokes images of reunion, sisterhood in the Bessie Strong Hall. These students By: Jasmine M. Ellis c’2015 parades, pageants, friendships, fun, and football. are encouraged through assigned readings to It is also a time to welcome alumnae back home. reflect on questions of identity with a vision toward Homecoming is the time of the year when invites an artist that has the same mindset of 2 But what does home really mean? When asked this discovering and rediscovering their authentic self people have to make a lot of decisions. There’s Chainz, that degrades our beautiful, intelligent, question, Taylor Buck, C’2014 said, “Home is my and are encouraged to step into their vocation. which parties to attend, when to study and when to amazing African-American sisters, the Holy Spirit true self.” In an essay they read entitled, Now I Become socialize, and the sometimes taboo issue of what within me would automatically deny participating Living for other people is often the case when Myself, the WISDOM residential scholars engaged to drink. Homecoming is definitely popular among in that.” one is growing up and coming of age. So many Parker Palmer’s Let Your Life Speak: Listening to the masses, but not all students participate in the However, when you don’t participate in social college students live life trying to discern who they the Voice of Vocation, with honesty. In our reflection festivities in the same way. norms, which in college often includes drinking, really are because they have lived so many years meeting, they shared the realities of personal and Senior biology major at Boston University, many question that. Othman has been at the trying to be somebody else. There are pressures vocational struggle for authentic selfhood and Yasmin Othman, will be attending the first receiving end of comments and questions about and expectations from various people who want purpose. homecoming of her college experience in the why she does not participate in certain social you to become someone that you are not. During Homecoming season, make wise Atlanta University Center. Othman spent time activities. Home is being comfortable in your own personal choices that will move you closer to the core and at Spelman in the Spring of 2013 as a Domestic “It can be difficult at times due to the fact space. It is feeling safe, secure, and at peace with center of your authentic self and in this movement Exchange student. Othman’s Islamic beliefs will that not many people understand why I don’t do who you are in any given moment, and also who listen for the “sound of the genuine,” for this will be shape her homecoming experience. many things, among them drinking,” Othman you are becoming is an ongoing process. Home is God calling you to find your way home. “It’s my first time attending a homecoming said. “Usually when I turn down a drink the your true self, your authentic self, your God-given because my university does not have one,” Othman whole situation become this awkward game of 21 birthright to be you and to hear —the “sound of the Upcoming Sisters Chapel/WISDOM said. “But I know it’s kind of a tacit rule that questions starting with ‘Wait....you don’t drink?! genuine” that is uniquely your inner voice. Center Events everyone will heavily drink during homecoming Why not? Is it a religious thing?”’ Home makes you smile and the smile comes Homecoming Worship Services: 11:00AM week, and that is something I won’t be participating In American college culture, drinking is from a deep place of joy because you know you are Sunday, October 20, in due to my religious beliefs. prevalent in the social scene. However, not all loved and accepted for who you are, not who others Reverend Tiffany Thomas, C’2008 “Because I’ve been raised my entire life on Americans indulge in alcoholic beverages. Othman want you to be-the love and acceptance you feel many Islamic beliefs, it has become my personal elaborates on her thoughts towards society’s are unconditional. If you do not feel comfortable in Sunday October 27, code of conduct, so when I decide not to drink its inclusiveness towards drinking. your own house, you are not at home...Find your Reverend Shareka Newton, C’2003 less of ‘I won’t do this because my religion forbids “I feel like society has time and time again way home. me’ and more of ‘I won’t do this because I don’t equated having fun to drinking,” Othman said. After Poet May Sarton writes, Praise Fest Concert 2013 think its something I personally need.’” 21 years I can confidently say that I don’t need “Now I Become myself. Friday, November 8 It is tempting to follow the crowd. During alcohol to have a fun time. But it’s also important It’s taken time, many years and places. 7:00 PM homecoming, a lot of students want to be where to note that if you do have more fun drinking, then I have been dissolved and shaken, Sisters Chapel the excitement is. For some students, like Ruth that’s completely fine, too.” Worn other people’s faces...” Evans C’2015, religion reminds her to refrain from Boundaries are an important aspect of Sisters Chapel Spiritual and activities that are not conducive to her spiritual homecoming for both returning and newly admitted “Who am I, and where do I belong?” These Leadership Development Series health. students. Evans shares advice for students who questions of identity are deeply personal but “Being a believer in Jesus Christ influences are struggling to maintain their religious beliefs necessary. Along life’s journey, you may wear many October 29, 2013 my decisions during homecoming by guiding me during homecoming faces, trying to see which face fits, and perhaps Dr. Marilyn Davis to know what to participate in and what not to,” “Know your purpose of being at homecoming. unknowingly, you may begin to mask your identity, Evans said. If you do not feel right going to one of the activities silence your voice, and shy away from your true November 12, 2013 “Homecoming is the tradition of welcoming then do not let anyone peer pressure you into it. self. Reverend Natasha Reid Rice, Esq. back alumni of your school, which means [there We know our boundaries, we know what is right, As a major part of the WISDOM (Women Ebenezer Baptist Church are] parades, tailgates, rallies, picnics, homecoming ,so don’t dwell in the foolishness,” Evans said. in Spiritual Discernment of Ministry) Center’s dances, and competitions. For example, if the AUC Residential Scholars Program, a small community February 4, 2014 of students create a safe space and a strong Dr. Rosetta Ross Religious Stereotypes Free-Thinking Francis: By: Margan-Taylor Webber C’2014 Religious stereotypes exist for every religious the word is deemed a form of humanitarian effort sect. When people are ignorant to different belief and it gives non-believers some form of hope for A Review on the Current Pope systems, religious misconceptions form. With any their future. By: Karys Belger C’2016 group of individuals that conform to a certain set of Jehovah’s Witnesses believe that their beliefs may often have preconceived notions about The College of Cardinals has a saying when it With regard to women in the church, the pope allegiance only belongs to God’s Kingdom. another belief system. comes time to elect a new leader of the Catholic believes that females should have more authority, Jehovah’s Witnesses are not involved in politics, For example, Jehovah’s Witnesses are those government, or patriotism, because they believe Church: “After a fat pope, a lean pope.” This means but he still doesn’t believe they should be ordained. who worship Jehovah as the creator of all things. that Jesus’ kingdom is not part of the world, that the pope elect is often gravely different from His thoughts on unwed mothers are also forward One misconception is Jehovah’s witnesses therefore no worldly organization should be the one previous. Since his election as leader of the thinking. In the past, priests have refused to being seen as unpatriotic, because they refuse Catholic faith in March, it was clear Pope Francis baptize infants born to unwed mothers. The pope entertained. to salute or pledge to the American flag. Another was drastically different from his predecessor. He recognizes that these women have made a mistake Although Jehovah’s Witnesses consider misunderstanding is that Jehovah’s Witnesses is the first pontiff to take the name Francis, the first but their children should not be penalized. Francis themselves Christians, they reject the Christian think everyone but the members of their religion doctrine of eternal damnation to hell. Instead, to come from the Americas, and the first Jesuit. believes these mothers have done the right thing are going to hell. Jehovah’s Witnesses are Jehovah’s Witnesses believe that after death Even more unusual are the Holy Father’s opinions— by giving their children life, despite the lack of also widely known for approaching people with unusual in the sense that they stray from traditional paternal support. human spirits are inactive and neither go to heaven evangelical publications used to convert others to nor hell. Catholic teachings. The Pope has expressed his desire to be their religion. Ignorance coupled with preconceived notions Pope Francis has expressed liberal views on a more attainable and to create a church that is As these stereotypes may actually be consistent will leave many clueless as to why followers of a number of controversial topics from homosexuality less Vatican-centric and more directed toward and money laundering within the Vatican to the the people, particularly the poor. Much like the with the actions of many Jehovah’s Witnesses, particular religion behave the way they do. Instead there are reasons behind their actions. position of women in the church and the need for saint that he took his name from, Pope Francis is of forming or immediately believing the stereotypes It is true that Jehovah’s Witnesses are persistent associated with certain religions, seek knowledge a more youthful religious viewpoint. His Holiness very much concerned with the well-being of the when trying to inform others of their religion, but of their belief system to be able to distinguish has been quoted saying that although he believes impoverished. He has stressed the rejection of their reasoning behind this is fundamental to their between fact and myth. homosexual acts are indeed sinful, homosexuality “material worldliness” in favor of taking the money belief system. To Jehovah’s Witnesses, preaching itself is not. 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If you are wondering why it is taking these memories for too long because after all they 11. In U.S., Very Religious Have Higher Wellbeing Across so long to finish a project or end a situation, are just memories. All Faiths consider that it may be because the outcome you No matter what the task is, continue to operate 12. Americans, Including Catholics, Say Birth Control Is are expecting is unrealistic. Assess the possible efficiently. Look at every opportunity as a chance for Morally OK outcomes for a situation. You may have a hard time self growth and discovery. Always remember, you by Gallup October 18,2013 making a final decision, but it is better to assess are toning yourself for something much greater. 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■■■■■■■■■mm 8 October 2013 [email protected] The BluePrint if* OPINIONS ARTS OLEntertainment Her Black is Beautiful: A Look at the Sexual Objectification of Black Women in Pageants By: Sarah Brokenborough, c’2016 Black beauty pageants have different origins than The purpose of pageants once was to judge women By: Ko Bragg c’20i5 most of the mainstream pageants, such as Miss America on their character rather than their physical appearance. Few people think of broken semester, Amon won the and Miss Universe. Black beauty pageants have history However, this theme is quickly changing into one that - ingrained with rich traditions because they have served instead sexually exploits black women’s beauty. bones as inspiration. Amon Junior Talent Show despite as a source of empowerment, racial pride, solidarity Sexual objectification is neither a form of should. his sophomore status. among the black community, and as a form of protest entertainment nor a step towards progressiveness. Amon Cunningham is a “I’m so quiet before I against racism. Women should not be used as sexualized symbols of their junior at Morehouse College go on stage, I just get in the The NAACP’s Miss Black America’s judging panel communities. There is a difference between embracing majoring in business marketing. zone,” he said. “But I still once consisted of Shirley Chisholm, Former Chair of the sexuality and sexual objectification. He is also a rapper on the rise. went out there and did my Congress of Racial Equality; Betty Shabazz, widow of It is impossible to ignore the dedication and talent Cunningham, who used to be thing.” Malcolm X; and Clifford Alexander, former chair of the involved in not only participating, but also organizing called “Mah Name Amon,” has Amon has the effect of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, among these pageants. There are women who participate in recently decided to just go by a quiet storm in the sense other notable, outspoken black leaders of the time. pageants in the AUC who are excellent role models his first name, Amon. He says that he works very privately The black community fought racism through beauty and have very detailed plans for how to improve the it’s both easier to tell people, on big projects and then pageants by promoting the concept that black women community and lives of students. They should not, and it sheds an element of suddenly drops them with a are not only beautiful, but elegant and intelligent as well. however, be objectified in pageants for the mere reason youthfulness. roaring presence. The only Black pageants institutionalized expressions of black of entertainment. Amon spends a lot of time nuance is that storms pass, pride. Parades of black beauty queens sought to nullify To avoid aiding in the objectification of black women recording in his room. Make and Amon is doing his part the white exclusion of blacks from mainstream beauty in pageants, ask whether the contestants accurately no judgments on his preferred in making sure that he lasts pageants. Miss Black America, for instance, served as a represent the people whom they are trying to lead. Who studio space; Amon has in an industry with a lot of source of empowerment for blacks by providing young judges these pageants you are attending? How are the managed to pack an impressive Iwi ■aivi Wmk turnover. African-American women with a positive role model. The contestants judged? Are the winners chosen before the speaker system and studio A MON “A lot of people think overall theme of black beauty pageants was “Black is pageant even begins? Do you think the winner deserved microphone into a standard rap is just putting words Beautiful.” to win? Are their platforms relevant? Are contestants sized dorm room. Through a together,” he said. “But The Miss Black Beauty Contest in Harlem prohibited trying to improve AUC campus life? Or is the pageant process called mixing-and- I’m trying to last and have lipstick, penciled eyebrows, and false eyelashes. simply about confirming women’s sexual significance mastering, Amon makes sure all of the levels in his longevity. Contestants’ hair had to be in its natural state. Those and existence by handing out titles? songs are correct. He does all of the engineering to “I’m going to win a Grammy. I don’t know how, but regulations were created to celebrate the most Ladies, be radical, be beautiful, and defy the often make sure everything sounds perfect. As he puts it, he I will. The speech is written. You have to set goals or essential aspects of black women. Black beauty queens toxic and oppressive norms of beauty presented to us in does “all of the behind the scenes stuff.” You can feel nothing’s going to get done. If you don’t set goals, how demonstrated black women’s natural beauty and sought pageants—and in life. that dedication in his music. are you going to score points and win games?” to give the public a positive representation of the African “Once I set to do something, I don’t give up. I won’t In the 21st generation music industry “points” American woman. sell my soul, but I know what I have to do,” Amon said. are kept by YouTube views, and based on the 500,000 “When you work hard it pays off, maybe not in the next views on Amon’s hit song “Let’s Get Active”, Amon has hour, day or month, but it will.” scored his fair share of them. Amon coined the song as However, despite all of his talent, music was not being the most fun song he’s ever worked on, and with Black Names: Feeding into the Stereotypes? always something Amon knew he was destined to its classic West-Coast party beat it’s hard to argue with By. Naima Bakari, C’20i5 pursue. him. We all know people with stereotypical black a person has what some would call a “ghetto” name, it is “Skateboarding is my first love,” Amon said. “We’ve “I was jumping around the house when I heard that names—or we have them ourselves. At the utterance of as if the very nature of black stereotypes is infused into been down since 8th grade.” beat,” he said. “I had the chorus in less than a minute.” these names some people cringe, look at one another, her or his essence. Amon broke his heel skateboarding during his Since Amon released “Let’s Get Active” a year and shake their heads. “How could someone do that to It is unfair and wrong to judge individuals for a senior year of high school. Needing something to do in ago, he has grown a lot as an artist. He studies old their own child?” name that they did not choose. Often times individuals his spare time that had once been occupied by mastering performances of music legends such as James Brown As African-Americans, we are always hyper-aware of with “black” names go above and beyond to dispel any gravity-defying skateboarding stunts, he contacted a and Jimi Hendrix and tries to zone in on how they really how we are viewed—and judged—by others. As a result, preconceived notions others may have about them. It is friend with recording equipment and started rapping. connect with people. many of us code switch; we adjust our behavior and not the names of the individuals that need to change to “Let’s just say that if I hadn’t broken my heel, I Amon will be performing at the Pre Hip-Hop Show speech depending on our environment. In the presence of accommodate such ignorance, it is society. You should would’ve been really, really good [at skateboarding].” at Clark Atlanta University Promenade from 4-6 pm on other races, or seemingly educated and wealthy people, not—you do not—have to change who are because of However, he did break his heel, and yet he is still Oct. 21. He has just released a mixtape entitled “Dream we may limit our use of black vernacular speech, speak society’s ignorance. People will still judge you no matter really, really good—at making music. In the Spring 2013 Work” available on HotNewHipHop.com. in a different tone, or try to avoid reinforcing stereotypes what. that are associated with being black. Our names are just one representation of black Schools, teachers, peers, and employers will see or peoples' uniqueness. Be proud of who you are and of the hear a name and make assumptions as to whether the name you were given; your name doesn’t define you. You 3 Arts & Entertainment person is male, female, or of a certain ethnic group. When define you! Students You Should Know About By. Analisa Wade c’2016

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