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Are you looking for a stimulating and challenging career? Do you want to have a fl exible degree that lets you transition seamlessly across sectors--public, private and nonprofi t? Do you want to improve your professional knowledge, skills & abilities and thus open up new career opportunities? Do you want to develop your decision-making, judgment & leadership skills? If so, the Bachelor of Sci- ence in Public Administration and Master of Arts in Rural Public Policy are essential degrees offered for you here at Valley! An award-winning college newspaper, by students for students The Public Administration, the only undergraduate program of its kind in the state of Mississippi, not only prepares students to serve as professionals in administrative careers in government, public service agencies and non-profi t organizations, but also offers an op- V Volumeolume 23, 23, Number Number 68 MISSISSIPPI Mississippi VALLE ValleyY STA StateTE UNIVERSITY University,, ITTA Itta BENA, Bena, MISSISSIPPI Mississippi Dec Decemberember 20072008 portunity for civil service practitioners to obtain additional training necessary for upward mobility. Most of all, the degree opens doors to Masters of Arts in Rural Public Policy (MRPP) and other multidisciplinary graduate studies in new President Dr. Donna Baracking the Vote Public Management, Health Administration, Community Leadership, to mention a few. oliver now leads MVsu Barack obama wins historic Election The Master of Public Policy has emerged as a vital professional degree in the public service fi eld. Numerous policymakers, manag- By Toni Hill jected electoral votes 349 to 147. Says Colandra Brown a graduate Staff Writer Obama won Virginia, though it had student here at Valley. The students ers and leaders in the United States and internationally have earned this degree to help launch their successful careers. The Master has to be put in action. Although these By Crystal Foster On Novem- not elected a Democratic president all came together “on the yard” of Arts in Rural Public Policy (MRPP) offered here at Valley is the professional degree for people who want a public service career in Staff Writer changes will not happen overnight, ber 4, 2008 in over 40 years. Obama had got- with a parade around campus Tues- management and supervision. This degree program develops the skills and techniques used by leaders and managers to implement Oliver desires the help of everyone to be Democratic ten 78 of the minimum vote needed day evening to share their excite- Dr. Donna Oliver was named the sixth involved. “We must work as a team” n o m i n e e to win just an hour and a half after ment about the historic election. “It policies, projects, and programs that resolve important societal problems while addressing organizational, president of Mississippi Valley State A Valley student from the audi- human resource, and budgetary challenges. B a r a c k the polls had closed. There were a was the fi rst time I have seen Val- University after participating in open ence stood up to question Dr. Oliver's O b a m a number election parties being held ley come together as one for some interviews on campus with various qualifi cations for the presidency posi- made his- on campus, including “Pajama for other than a basketball game, there university and constituency groups. She tion. Oliver, who is very well-rounded, tory win- Obama” jam in Edna Horton hall, was no drama, everyone just put all will begin her presidency has been involved in vari- ning the hosted by Resident Assistant Kiara that aside, we were so happy.” Says in January 2009. ous programs throughout title of the Williams, a sophomore education Candace Young a junior Commu- During the open in- her entire career. She was a Obama fi rst black major from Greenwood. “I have nication major. Barack Obama’s terviews, individuals were Provost and Vice President man to win presidency and is the been voting since I turned 18, but Inauguration will be held January given the opportunity for Academic Affairs at United State 44th president. Re- aside from the candidates, I was 20, 2009 in Washinton DC, I’m to provide feedback for Edwards College; once publican candidate and Obama’s very excited to see a lot more peo- sure it will be just as exciting as the the Board of Trustees to had a career as a K-12 opponent, John McCain lost in pro- ple actually voting in this election”. election! consider their impressions public school biology and of Dr. Oliver. Faculty, chemistry teacher; and as staff, students, and alumni a college professor and a were present at all of these K-16 administrator that second Devilettes sWaC events and also had the Oliver spanned 30 years. chance to ask Dr. Oliver serious ques- Oliver completed her under- title in four Years tions concerning her qualifi cations, the graduate studies at Elon College and school, and its state of affairs. received her degree in biology and By Jeffrey Squier Oliver, who seemed very warm- education. Then continued to receive Staff Writer hearted and enthusiastic about Valley, her Master’s of education degree in After starting the season 0-10, the Devilette soccer said she would focus on some major biology and curriculum and instruction team had no where to go and nothing else to do but points for the university. “I plan to focus from the University of North Carolina at to turn their season around and simply, just win. on four points 1. I plan to build under Greensboro. After she began her career “The 0-10 record didn’t really show who were. The the schools rich history and advance it as a College Teacher Educator, she went whole time we were learning how to play as a team. forward with purpose. 2. Build internal back to the University of North Carolina Playing bigger schools early in the year prepared us relationships and partnerships in the in Greensboro to receive her Ph.D in for conference play,” said senior captain and SWAC community and form a positive image curriculum and teaching. tournament MVP, Kate Johnston. The Devilettes for the school and take away the nega- Dr. Donna Oliver has high hopes for did indeed turn their season around and ended the tive image. 3. Work on the academic Mississippi Valley State University. In- regular season undefeated in conference play and programs, enhance it so it can be an deed, this is the year of change and that headed into the SWAC tournament with a 12 game academic program of excellence and is what she hopes to bring to the table. winning streak. 4. Commit and work toward award “I believe in the Valley and believe the Playing in their third conference championship in winning athletic programs.” institution will become a distinction of four years, the Devilettes had one last obstacle in Before any changes can be made the Valley of Scholars. their way from completing a fairy tale ending to such for the university, strategic planning Continue on page 4 2 THE DELTA DEVILS GAZETTE December 2008 December 2008 THE DELTA DEVILS GAZETTE 7

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KNOW ANYTHING??!!approached the person who they were the secrets is mainly the fear of what Restoring the Blues and Bringing Holiday Cheer Editor Tonique Hill By O'keffe Hudson told stole their things but he just denied would happen if the wrong name or Managing Editor Brittany Franklin Staff Writer outreach to restore the blues in many variations. are designated on Stories will be shared by teachers, ministers, chil- it. Some students of the team decided information is given out,plus fear of By T. Clarice Norton Many projects and events are in place to expose a first come first dren and their families. The B.B. King Museum Photo Editors Andy Lo and Kevin Smith Staff Writer With the new 2008 school year, the that they would rather not discuss it reprisal. One thing is for sure whoever the richness of Delta life and its importance to the served basis. To would love for you to also share your stories – to security situation on the campus of because of the way it happened, fear it is, is still on the loose and they are Staff Writers: The B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive world. Immerse yourself in the events prepared reserve your place learn more about how to sign up for the program, MVSU has taken a turn for the worst. of reribution and the frustration that not the only ones out there and there Crystal Foster, Denise Williams Center is a cultural facility dedicated to the life for the holiday season. on the schedule, please call the Community Outreach department “I have never heard about this many makes them not want to deal with are still robberies and other types of Cory McMiller, Cassandra Griggs, Roger Hudson of Mississippi’s very own B.B. King and the A Holiday Teachers Reception will be held please contact the before December 12, 2008. robberies in my three years being it. This can be very understandable campus crimes going on to this day. history of blues music as we know it. Located Tuesday December 16, 2008, at 4:30 p.m. To Community Out- For details or to schedule time for any of the here” said senior William Wilson. when going through a tough situation Jason Gill, a sopohmore student of Faculty Advisor in downtown Indianola, MS, it tells the beautiful express their gratitude, the Museum wishes to reach department following events please visit or stop by the B.B. There has been reports of grand theft and wanting to handle it in their own MVSU, states that “It sort of makes Emmett H. McClary story of Mississippi’s heritage and the evolution host a holiday party to celebrate the greatness directly, at the King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center at auto, dorm room robberies, and even way. “This campus is not what it use it look bad on the campus security 662-254-3458 of American music. The journey begins with and inspiration provided by our local teachers number below. 400 Second Street - Indianola, MS 38751, or people held up at gunpoint, and even to be, everybody used to feel safe because it seems as if they are just an introductory theatrical film about B.B.’s life and school administrators. Refreshments will be Delta Memories: call 662-887-9539. worse,there has been a report of a and be cool with each other but now here to get a check.When crime The Delta Devils Gazette welcomes and accomplishments, followed by an intrigu- served and holidays treats will be given to the Children’s Story- murder in Itta,Bena. It seems like I don’t know what to say about this” happens on this campus, there should news and editorials from all students. ing transition into the sights and sounds of the entire school staff. telling, an after- www.BBKINGMUSEUM.org everything is getting out of control said Senior student Amos Taylor. A be at least some type of progress made Mississippi Delta. The museum consists of a Bringin’ in the Spirit – An Acoustic Gospel noon of great stories from the Delta, will be held T. Clarice Norton, contributing writer for the The Delta Devils Gazette is a student publication of the when it comes to students and their player who wish remain anonymous by our police force but the people that hands-on touch of the early years of his life to Showcase, will be held Tuesday December 16, on Saturday December 20, 2008 at 2:00 pm. Delta Devils Gazette is a playwright, poet, Mississippi Valley State University, under the supervision of the possessions. However, the talk of the said that they have and idea who the are suspected of being involved in his development into an international icon. 2008, in conjunction with the “Holiday Teacher’s Student interns working with the Museum have Young Publisher’s Network Public Relations JOURNALISM program. Editorial offices are located in the campus happened about a few weeks person is and they decided to drop these acts are still walking around as The museum has worked effectively to incorpo- Reception,” from 6:00 -9:00 p.m. Every choir gathered Oral Histories from family, friends, coordinator/national spokesperson, and Senior Communication Building. Mail may be sent to: ago during the women’s volleyball the charges against the thief as long if nothing has happened”. It seems as rate not only the community, but also blues lovers from Indianola is invited to attend. Performance neighbors and other community members to College Correspondent Intern for the B.B. King Editor, Delta Devils Gazette, P.O. Box 7234 , practice. as the items stolen are returned. No if like there is much to be said about around the globe to play a part in the growing times will run approximately 10 minutes and create a culturally rich spoken word experience. Museum and Delta Interpretive Center. Mississippi Valley State University, While getting ready for the next game, charges have been filed so we think what goes on around MVSU but most Itta Bena Mississippi 38941 a person we can't identify went into the the have. The person described as the of the people with the true information girls locker room and took everything volleyball thief is the same person would rather not talk about and stay The Day in the Life of a that he could get his hands on in that others think may have taken part to themselves. With attitudes like this that time period. There were objects in some other robberies on campus. there is no telling what other crimes RECEIVING THEN Fulltime Student, Division 1 Athlete and stolen such as clothes, ipods, jewelry No one really knows for sure and the students or anybody can get away Broadcasting Intern. and many more expensive possesions. people who know decides not to give with at the valley. third, shortstop, and second. (Listen to Coach Players from the team say that they up any names. The reason behind all By Jeffery Squier LEAVING??? Staff Writer Shanks make fun of me) Then, back to being a the same thing there. What one has to realize pitcher and do pitcher fielding practice. By Okeffe Hudson 6:00 a.m. Alarm goes off! 6:30 Early hitting Back to being a position player and run the Staff Writer is that it can be a serious federal offense if they ever get caught in the act of switching with Coach Greene! 7:30 8:00 (Tuesday- bases. (Listen to Coach Shanks make fun of Sometimes it doesn’t make sense the way schools in order to earn more money. Jason Thursday) Pump iron and head over to "Ad- me) Finally, hit 3 or 4 rounds in the batting some students think about the decisions that Jossell says that “Although the money may vanced/Investigative reporting. 9:00, Protein cages. 5:30, Clean up the field. Team meeting Security on Campus they make with their lives. Every semester look good at the time I know not to dropout shake, shower, and breakfast (4 eggs, 4 bacon and huddle. (One last chance to listen to Coach strips, toast, and cereal)Get ready for the rest Shanks make fun of me) 6:00 Shower. Din- has to do is smile and wave his or her tragic really happens. They ride Mississippi Valley State University, as well cuz I’m here trying to make more money and By O'keffe Hudson of the day. 9:30 Head to WABG’s station in ner. (Banana, fettuccine alfredo, and a glass of hand and up the gate goes. around looking for places to give out as many other colleges and universities, have get a good job so that I can pay these folks Staff Writer Greenwood for internship.Check email for milk) 8:00 Walk to North Greenwood Baptist Almost every night a crime is com- tickets; they should ride late at night a certain time where they issue out refund back”. MVSU has had its financial problems any news worthy stories that might have been Church for college youth group. 10:30 Walk It does not take a Herculean effort! With lack of security on Mississippi mitted on campus. People’s radios, patrolling the dormitories making sure checks. Some may be as little as three dol- in the past but it adds more complications sent in.Start making the daily calls around the home from youth group.11:00, Protein shake. Valley State University’s campus, nu- laptops, and jewelry have been sto- it’s safe. The campus police should lars and there are some that can be up to five when there is so much money being waisted community to find stories. 9:45 Begin with in- Finally, fall asleep, rest up to do it all again. merous robberies and a sexual assault len.. There has even been a car theft, not let anyone on campus without a or six thousand depending on the amount of on students who plan to leave when there are terviews and shooting stories for the 5, 6, and Gazette Advisor note. It's not unusual for stu- If you are self-motivated and self-disciplined; have taken place leading the students athletic locker room burglary, and school tag, unless they have a visitor’s loans that were taken out by the students or so many who are trying of earn money just 10 o’clock news. 11:00, Head back to the TV dents that don't have athletic scholarship and taking an online course is for you. to a scared and critical life. credit card fraud, all of which have permit. The dormitories should have the scholarships that were granted to them. to get through one semester. With those same station, edit film and write the actual stories. team duties to have very busy schedules. This Everyday students get tickets for been looked into but nothing concrete curfew, if not curfew they should up- The sad part about this situation that many students who leave after they get their check (Trying to meet the deadline of 12:30 pm each average "Day in the Life" does not take into parking in the wrong parking spot done about it. One should not have to grade and have security doors that let students do not understand that in some point many of them try to come back and do it all day) 12:30 P.M. Lunch! (banana, peanut but- account so many of the other important, de- If you are a committed student, you can save or fined in the dormitories for little be scared or discouraged wondering if students slide their cards to get in. in time they have to pay a certain amount of again but not all make it back in and that’s ter jelly, 2 tuna fish sandwiches, and a glass of manding activities; Study time, family time lots of gas and drive time by taking many of our things; but are they really crimes. Yes, they are the next victim. If a college Many things need to be done to that money back if not all of it starting at a cer- when the reality kicks in that it was a bad de- milk) 1:00, Make it just in time for Ms. Gosa’s and student life requirements, each success- it’s inappropriate to disobey those campus is not safe, where else could make this campus safe for everyone, tain time period after they graduate. As crazy cision to begin with. “Marcus Smith says “ I excellent courses online! 1 o’clock Television Practicum class. 2:00, Re- ful student must include. For those students rules, but safety should be the first and one go to get an education in a safe and it needs to start with better law en- as it may seem there are some students who tried that one time and trying to get back in cord the radio show “Can You Dig It” (A once who have these athletic team responsibilities, foremost priority. Instead of taxing environment. forcement officers. If the students do get their check and then drop out as if they school was the hardest thing I ever tried to a week program, requires multiple recording (We have several on our staff) every single de- New online courses are being offered for Spring people for tickets, the so called police In order to make the campus safe, not trust the campus police, the people have just hit the lotto and don’t have anymore do. Not only did I have to pay back the refund and editing sessions, I am one of three people mand on their time, means more time has to be officers (robo cops) need to make sure the security department should work who are supposed to serve and protect worries for the rest of their lives. "It’s very I was not eligible for anymore financial aid 2009. For a complete list visit MVSU Website in charge of producing) 2:45 Make it out to taken from some other worthy area. Still those the campus is safe; that’s their job. together as a team. They should have them, who else could they trust? No silly of someone to leave school knowing so that left me in a bigger bind than I was the Baseball practice that originally started students that practice and achieve this "Body, HYPERLINK "http://www.mvsu.edu" www.mvsu. Late at night anyone could come on security procedure sessions showing one will ever know. that (There are) so many consequences in before”. Hopefully students will realize that at 1:30. 3:00, Throw about 75 pitches in the Mind, Spirit" balance go a long way to prepare edu click on WebCT, under Student Resources the campus with or without a car decal students how to deal with and report dropping out and owing the school money!", the money is only temporary and that stay- bullpen (Listen to Coach Shanks make fun themselves, not just for careers, but also for click Online Courses. with the school’s logo on it. All one crime or violence in case something says Ashley Morgan. It is said that some stu- ing in school and finishing is always the best dent just come to school to get their refund way to go. of me) Head straight to the outfield for drills. life! EHM. and later on move to another school and do Next, head to the infield to take ground balls at 6 THE DELTA DEVILS GAZETTE December 2008 December 2008 THE DELTA DEVILS GAZETTE 3 HAPPY HOLIDAYS artICLE In grEEnWooD the future of TRY OUR NEW TEQUILA LINE WINGS CoMMonWEaLth rEMEMBEr, Coach totten frustratEs thrEE VIsItIng You'rE taLKIng higher over all performance from By Cory McMiller to thE MEDIa the football coach and the team, fuLBrIght sChoLars Reporter In the original article Lukyanova was quoted You've got to remember that you are not make for a good news story, news stories yet, we have seen almost no signs By Brittany Franklin In the past couple of years, the of progress at all. Valley hasn’t as saying that is was “‘an accident, a natural talking to that frendly cute young girl, or that make people want to read your paper Reporter easy to relax and talk with young gentleman, and makes advertisers want to buy space in sports programs, in all catego- recorded a winning season in the disaster’ that brought them to valley.” She Chunmei Pan, Imen Mzoughi, and Ekaterina states now that she was referring to the entire "You're talking to the media", the paper, the it! ries at Mississippi Valley State SWAC conference since 1996 TV or radio station, the company they rep- So always remember, once a news re- Lukyanova, three Fulbright Scholars from process of becoming a Fulbright scholar and University have been looking when Coach Larry Dorsey led resent! porter (Student or Professional) tells you pretty promising except for one MVSU to a 7-4 fi nishing record China, North Africa and Russia respectively getting assigned to your school as a hurricane We train our advanced reporting students that they are working (for a paper, magazine, particular category; football. overall with a 6-4 conference have learned a valuable lesson about press or natural disaster. “You can’t control any of to do these same things. Interviewing tech- radio or TV station), anything you say after Football is one of America’s most fi nish. During this seven year in America during their fi rst trip here. On it[the process of being assigned to a school], niques 101, try to make you relax, tell your that is "Work Product" to them and could beloved sports and the interest in period, we have only came close to October 12, 2008 Charlie Smith and the it is like a hurricane” says Lukyanova. She story in your own words. We try to train stu- refl ect well, or poorly on you, your work, this sport grows constantly and similar success twice which were Greenwood Commonwealth published an believes Smith had taken that from the ques- dents to recognize lies when they hear them, your school and your life if you do not care- get bigger each year. Week after along with 49 losses, and no ties. in both 2005 and 2006 when Val- article titled “Teaching at Valley Frustrates tions he asked about the Fulbright process make the people we interview give all the fully consider what you say, how you say it details and when you start to open up, ask for and all you tell them. week, especially during home ley held a 6-5 overall record both 3 Visiting Fulbright Scholars.” In the article and wrote it to make it seem like Lukyanova Now for the 2008 SWAC Foot- all the unfl attering, gritty tidbits of truth that games, fans tailgate and fi ll the ball year, MVSU completed the years. "Could it be the players?" the women believe that Smith was “tak- was speaking specifi cally of valley. Mzoughi stands at Rice-Totten Stadium in season with a 3-8 record fi nishing is what most people ask when ing things out of context,” did not “let the also felt mis-quoted when Smith wrote Itta Bena, Mississippi with their third to last place in the SWAC. they see the blowout margins on tone be biased” and “relied on provocative “‘this is ‘Heart of Darkness,’’ Mzoughi said, ILLIaD rEgIstratIon school spirit and pride at the high- With the season now complete, television or in the newspapers. sentences to grab attention” said Mzoughi. referring to Joseph Conrad’s classic novel Upon reading the article, faculty and students about horrifying confusion in an unknown est but have been left to celebrate this year was beginning to look Most come to the conclusion The James H. White Library has successfully gone live with ILLiad. ILLiad is only four home victories in the like a similar year to last year that it couldn’t possibly be the of MVSU had mixed emotions about how place.” Mzoughi says she was referring to the electronic system you use to request an item through Interlibrary Loan. This past two years. as Valley held the record of a players for a seven year period of the Fulbright scholars portrayed valley and the weather and how everything is new and simply means you may submit your Interlibrary Loan requests electronically, Coach Willie Totten, who has 2-7 conference season for 2007. time. New players come in each its students. While Lukyanova said that she mysterious for her. She explains that “I am instead of using a paper form. Please follow the steps below to complete the been the head coach at MVSU There is no question that Valley year along with new secondary has “not been treated any different” students a literature major and I use many metaphors registration process. Remember it is important to keep up with your username since 2002, has both the fans and has a legendary coach for his coaches, shouldn't Valley maybe such as this junior biology major believe that to express my feelings,” but that she never and password because the ILL Manager will not be able to supply you with this information. student body disappointed with marvelous playing skills back in try some one new at the head “their comments were unfair and made val- made the comparison to say it was horrifying the horrible SWAC Conference the day, but his results in coaching coach position?. Who should we ley look bad.” Others too have voiced their but rather to say it was confusing. concerns with the quotes of the three women, So were the women confused in the To request an item through the Interlibrary Loan, you must fi rst identify yourself record that the football team holds are completely different. blame for not having a winning to the MVSU ILLIiad system. To do this fi ll out a registration form online us- but it is now the chance of the three Fulbright rights of American press? In comparing the which is 1-6. Totten has been at For seven years now, the Univer- season in the SWAC conference ing the Interlibrary Loan link, found at the bottom on the right-hand side of the Valley for seven years now, his sity has been waiting patiently on for the past seven years, the record Scholars to voice their own concerns about system of American press versus the press in library’s web page ( HYPERLINK "http://www.mvsu.edu" www.mvsu.edu look coaching record is now 28 wins a more progressive program and speaks for itself. their quotes in the article. their hometowns, the women say that both for Library). Click “fi rst time user” and complete the registration form. After the initial article was published are similar. They say there are interviews on October 12 there have been two other and similar rights for both the interviewer Registration has three purposes: Young aMErICa Wants ChangE articles published in relation to the fi rst. and interviewee. However as Lukyanova oPInIon EDItorIaL One based around the interview with the explains, “[at home] we are fully aware of •Entering your personal information into the ILLiad system means you will not women’s supervisor and the other a piece the signifi cance of every word we use, here have to supply the information again when making future requests. By Denise Williams tion was not a racial issue after all. his knowledge, he has all he needs Albert's Exxon has all kinds written by Lukyanova on behalf of all three we don’t realize what we say sometimes.” Staff Writer •Having your e-mail and regular mail addresses on fi le with Interlibrary Loan Young America made a statement. to succeed. Knowledge is POWER, women, published as an editorial, each one Despite the scholars’ negative experience of student needs from enables us to notify you promptly and deliver materials accurately when your On November 4, 2008, young We want a change, and senator and we need power in the White trying to dissolve any misunderstandings with Smith, all three say they would do America made history. Senator Obama was the best candidate for House now more than ever. hot food to cold sub's and request arrives in the library. from the fi rst article. Mzoughi says that the interview again, but this time not to be Barack Obama won the Presiden- that change. Senator Obama has Growing up in a single- NOW EVEN MORE! tial election against Senator John restored our faith in the electoral parent home is diffi cult, as many “instead of the title for the article [in the “emotional or be yourself, we should say the •By specifying a Username and Password of your choosing, you will have secure McCain becoming the fi rst African process. He has restored the be- African Americans can attest, yet Albert's 662-254-7030 Commonwealth] ‘Teaching at Valley Frus- facts and that’s all” says Mzoughi. Since the access to information about your requests. You will also be able to review the list American President of the United lief that it does not matter where Obama managed to overcome this trates Three Visiting Fulbright Scholars’ it articles were published the women have con- of items you have requested in the past. States of America, bringing hope someone is from, anybody can be and all other obstacles to become wants everyone to know Albert's is should be ‘Article Frustrates Three Visiting tinued to teach their language courses while and determination to so many for anything they want to be, includ- America's 44th President. Many now your local Fulbright Scholars.’” Each of the scholars taking two courses from Valley, which is one CHANGE. ing President of the United States are expecting, some even hope that were under the impression that Smith worked of their entitlements through the Fulbright Thank you, Penske Rental truck dealer. Dr. Annie M. Payton, Director As a young, female, Af- of America. Obama also won the Barack Obama will fail, as patriotic for Valley’s school newspaper instead of the program. As Pan has said “I just think we James H. White Library rican American, I got an emotional election because of his intelligence. Americans we should all be patient Across the Delta or across the Commonwealth and felt at least one of their should get over this.” feeling when Senator Obama was He did not have as much experience and give him a chance. If we want quotes had been misinterpreted in the article. elected President. I’ve learned by as John McCain on many issues, but change, it comes from within, it Nation Penske has the truck for you! this from him, winning the elec- with his intelligence combined with starts with US. 4 THE DELTA DEVILS GAZETTE December 2008 December 2008 THE DELTA DEVILS GAZETTE 5 Second Devilettes SWAC Title in Four Years Continue Faces and Voices Should Football coach Homecoming Homecoming Willie Totten be replaced? Should MVSU mascot be changed? Concert Talent Show of the MVSU Varsity Cheerleading Squad. said Cooper. Cooper who annually performs at By Crystal Foster These contestants were very good and very By Denise Williams Staff Writer Staff Writer Black colleges was excited to perform in Mis- lucky that night. sissippi for the first time. “I felt a lot of energy Comedian and actor Gary Owens host- The auditorium was packed with Homecoming week was filled with many won- from the crowd, and the students were beau- ed the Student Talent show for one of the students, faculty, and staff. Every seat was derful festivities, but the one students enjoyed tiful and seemed determined,” stated Cooper. events during homecoming week. Students filled from the bottom section to the top. most, was the homecoming concert. Pleasure’s next album, Intro to Marcus Cooper, had the opportunity to showcase their talents Owens, who said a few jokes in between On October 17, 2008, the annual home- will be released on January 9, 2009. “I really and compete for winning prizes. Many stu- the contestant’s acts, rocked the house that coming concert sponsored by the Student enjoyed Pleasure,” said sophomore Samantha dents auditioned for their chance to shine, night. Each student that performed had a Freshman Business Administration Freshman Social Work Major Freshman Business Administration Government Association was held in the H.G. Martin. “It was a good show.” but only a few were selected. The contes- unique talent and had the audience excited a rough start. However, that last obstacle Just about quick as the blink of an eye, Junior Major Dionta Davis; Johnetta Ross; Major Ricky Green; Carpenter Auditorium at 8p.m. Senior Roger Rap artist Torence “Lil Boosie” Hatch closed tants were competing for the top three win- and pumped for more. Some students sang, just happened to be their archrival Jackson Mikael Mendez scored the second goal of the No, not the Devil Mascot, but all The Devils Mascot should be re- Yes Coach Totten needs to be Hudson, the concert host, had the crowd am- out the show with his hits: Don’t I Act a Don- ning positions which were; first place $500, danced, and played instruments. One stu- State Lady Tigers. game to open of the second half. That goal of us together student body, admin- placed but he Alumni should make replaced! ped with his comical jokes. Talent show win- key, Wipe Me Down, and Let Me Ease Your Singer songwriter Timothy Wilks, second dent in particular recited an original poem istration and Alumni should decide! the final decision since they were No, not the Devil Mascot. ner Timothy Wilks had the privledge to open Mind. “Lil Boosie was off the chain,” stated place $300,Augusta Robinson and third while playing the keyboard. The first half of play between the two bitter gave the Devilettes breathing room and all here first. rivals was very intense and very physical. the confidence in the world to finish out the up the show. R&B artist Pleasure P and rap junior Christopher Rome. “He was the perfect place $150 which went to the dance troop Both teams had scoring chances but neither game. Not only did that goal represent the phenomenon Lil Boosie had the crowd boom- person to close out the show.” Hatch seconded of them seemed to be able to capitalize early game winning goal, it also meant that the ing with their performances. the motion by stating, “It was just what I ex- on. The game was held scoreless until the Devilettes would be crowned SWAC cham- With hits like Rockbottom, Did you Wrong, pected, the vibe was hype, and I didn’t want Devilette’s Senior Ashley Bailey headed a pions for the second time in school history. and Love Like Honey, former Pretty Ricky to get off the stage.” Hatch’s next album, Su- ball off the free kick of Alicia Taw that hit Johnston said of winning her second ring in singer Marcus Cooper, who went solo, hypno- per Bad, will be released on January 27, 2009. off the crossbar and was then kicked in on four years, “my freshman year I didn’t fully tized the ladies with his high falsetto. “It was “Hip-hop is not dead,” stated Boosie. “Vote or a heads up play by Christina Viscardi. The understand what it meant, but after putting good to see people unite without violence,” Die Valley State, make History.” momentum would only stay on the Devilettes four years of hard work and dedication into side for a short period of time because Jackson this program, this time around was more State answered back quickly to tie the score satisfactory. Going out on top was a perfect at 1-1 heading into the second half. way to end my career here at Valley.”

Senior Freshman Junior –Social Work John Wright; Jemera Lloyd; Maurice L. Fondren; Yes, Willie Totten should be re- No, I don’t think the coach should I was taught that when you don’t Mississippi Valley State University placed because over the past three be replaced because they are just have anything good to say then Department of Business Administration years we have not had a winning having a bad season and if you look DON’T say anything at all. That’s season, and I feel that if they put a at it from the field he’s really good! how I feel about Valley coach, MBA Program for working professionals new coach in place maybe the team No, I think we should stay the Delta Mascot and Staff. will be better. Mascot, no response Devils because this is where we For Business people all around the Greenwood area the De- stay. partment of Business Administration offers Evening and Weekend classes towards their Masters in Business Administration Degree.

Further your education as you continue your real world experi- ence in business. Take advantage of courses that can give you a direct advantage towards job promotions or starting your own business. For further information contact MBA Program Coordinator, N. Rajanikanth, 662-254-3609 Department accredited to award Junior Art Major Junior HPER Major Junior HPER Major Willie C. Johnson; Cassie Todd; Clay Morgan; Baccalaureate and Masters Degrees Coach Totten replaced? Coach Totten needs to be replaced, Coach Totten needs to be replaced? YESSSSSSSS! the Devils Mascot should be “Yes, I mean. Hell Yes!” Devil Mascot replaced? replaced but the students should be Don’t replace the Devils Mascot! YESSSSSSSS! But everybody the ones who decide! should decide!