TONovember INFORM, 9, 2012 TO EDUCATE, AND TO STIMULATE ACTION THE SPOKESMAN Friday, November 9, 20121 THE Volume 72 | ISSUE 1 CALENDAR: LAST DAY OF CLASSES NOV. 30TH | FINAL EXAMS DEC. 3-10TH Campus fares well in storm SPECIAL TO THE SPOKESMAN By JOUR 206: Intro to Editing Class

“We had 200 people in town for my grandma’s 90th birthday party this weekend and the show went on as planned,” says Morgan State senior Faven Amanuel, explaining how she passed the time as Hurricane Sandy hit this week. She was out and about, ferrying people around while worrying that she’d be ticketed by cops who’d ordered folks to stay home. Other students played it safe, hunkering down as recommended by area officials. Most gathered around in Morgan View and campus dorms watching TV, playing games, eating, surfing the net—and in general enjoying two unexpected days off. Morgan State survived the storm just fine. Hurricane Sandy hit Baltimore City Monday morning with heavy winds, pelting rain and blasts of cold air. But the school didn’t lose power, didn’t sustain any serious damage from fallen trees and PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF US NAVY VIA CREATIVE COMMONS had no significant flooding in buildings or on the grounds. No students, faculty or staff were injured and classes began President Obama triumphs in running normally on Wednesday. “We have many to thank for helping to us get through past few days not least among elections despite enthusiasm gap them those who are what I choose to call ‘Morgan’s first responders,’” wrote By ASHLEY COX votes from key states like Ohio, President Obama’s policies has changed President David Wilson in an email to Spokesman Staff Writer Pennsylvania and Colorado, he was under due to the increase of “basic survival need” the Morgan community on Tuesday. increasing pressure to regain support from and the excitement of change in the White Students used the two days to chill, young voters particularly thoses between House has shifted to fear for America’s mostly in their rooms, but around 6 p.m, President Barack Obama takes another the ages of 18 to 30. According to veteran future. He also claims that Obama voters realizing classes would resume and likely victory in the White House after a tight pollster and analyst Dr. Silas H Lee, the in 2008 did not see enough change in the assignments would still be due, many race against Governor Mitt Romney with “enthusiasm gap” in young voters is due to past four years. He defended the President knuckled down and started working. “I a 97-electoral lead despite predictions that the decline of political interest in general, saying, “People should understand, being remembered my book review was due on he would have a tough time regaining the decreasing the percentage of voters from President doesn’t automatically mean Wednesday for my Intro Editing class young vote. from 72 percent in 2008 to 48 percent in and I got started on it immediately,” says Although the president won electoral 2012. Lee claims that the perspective on Continued on page 19 Morgan junior Briana Lynn. INSIDE: HURRICANE SANDY PG. 3 | MSU LOOKBOOK PG.9 | FOR COLORED GIRLS... PG. 11 | MAYA MILAN SINGS PG. 12 | HOMECOMING PG.16 2 THE SPOKESMAN November 9, 2012 THE SPOKESMAN NEWSPAPER Coppin State’s president resigns COMMUNICATIONS BUILDING ROOM 234 443-885-3464 (OFFICE) REGINALD S. AVERY RESIGNS FROM HIS POSITION AFTER 443-885-8379 (FAX) NEARLY FIVE YEARS AS COPPIN STATE’S PRESIDENT Sam Ofori, Editor in Chief | [email protected] Jada Vanderpool, Managing Editor By TRAMON L. LUCAS reform the graduation rate at Coppin Manyi Abangma, Copy Editor Spokesman Staff Writer State University. He created effective Japhia Griffin, Marketing Manager student support groups to help keep Shanelle Starling, Sports Editor Coppin State’s President Reginald S. students from falling behind and had Ashley Cox, Campus News Editor Avery announced that he would resign plans to open a $68 million science and as president from the university on technology building toward the end of Perry Sweeper, Director of Student Media Tuesday, January 22, 2013. Avery, who December 2012. [email protected] has been president of the historically With these approaches to reshaping Karen Houppert, Faculty Advisor [email protected] black university Coppin State University not just the graduation rate, but the Justin Gladden, Intergrated Media Coordinator for nearly five years, taking the position image at Coppin State University, why is [email protected] on January 14, 2008, resigns just nine Avery resigning? Avery never explained months shy of the day his faculty gave fully the reason he wanted to resign, but him a vote of no confidence back in the Baltimore Sun reports, Avery felt it February. It’s reported by the Baltimore was time to “step aside” and had accepted Sun that Avery received the vote of that there was no real “turnaround” that no confidence from his faculty due to had occurred. Reginald Avery declined Avery “lacking vision” while he was the Spokesman’s request for comment. EDITOR'S NOTE “attempting” to improve Coppin State’s Reginald S. Avery, 66, also stated graduation rate. that his future plans are to return to Good Day Morganites, Coppin State’s graduation rate has the classroom (possibly to Coppin not been in the best shape within the State) to continue to improve student I must first offer congratulations to President last several years remaining along the engagement, but his unanticipated Obama and Vice President Biden on their re- 20 percent line. Avery had a plan back resignation leaves the campus without election. Hopefully, our newly elected officers in 2008 to raise the graduation rate to a leader. There is an immediate search move America forward in the next four years. 50 percent. It did not pan out that way; for a new candidate taking place. The Thankfully, I can sleep easier knowing that Coppin State’s graduation rate did not search could possibly leave the campus my Pell Grant is safe! improve, but fell to an unsatisfactory without an official president for up to a Speaking of Obama, have you guys been 13 percent decline (although there are year. There is no word on who will take noticing the amazing job our institution reports the graduation rate stands now over in January 2013 if there is still no has been doing of bringing speakers to at 19 percent). president for Coppin State by that time, this university? This semester we have had Under Avery’s tenure he has which is only two months away. the pleasure of hosting Michelle Obama, initiated several strategies to help Michael Baisden, , Wyclef Jean, Lupe Fiasco, Cornel West and others. This, combined with a great homecoming week, has brought a great start to the academic year. However, now it’s time for us focus on academics. Our administration has worked tirelessly to increase the prestige of this university with new buildings, new funding and new landscaping. As students we must match this effort. The difference between one university and the next is often the academic performance of its students. Let’s take the rest of this semester seriously. Knowing where we stand after midterms, let’s strive to do the best that we can in our academics. The end of the semester is creeping up, so lets act accordingly. And don’t forget, The Spokesman meets every Tuesday at 4 pm in the New Communications building, room 234. If you are a writer, photographer, graphic designer or advertiser you are welcome to come and join the team.

In the Morgan Spirit, Sam Ofori

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PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF DASIANE BRANCH Hurricane Sandy flooded many backyards in Brookyln due to heavy rains

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF DAVID SHANKBONE/ CREATIVE COMMONS Flooded Avenue C at East 6th Street in Manhattan’s East Village neighborhood of Loisaida

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF CREATIVE COMMONS In the aftermath of destruction caused by Morgan State students grade media Hurricane Sandy, replacement demand could boost car sales in November, industry sources believe coverage during Hurricane Sandy: C- SPECIAL TO THE SPOKESMAN as the Storm of the Century. “They really and “Frankenstorm.” (David Stern, By JOUR 405: Magazine Publishing Class ramped it up,” said Morgan State senior NBA Commissioner, even accidentally Johnathan Thoman. referred to the storm as “Katrina” during As a consequence some Morgan the Miami Heat ring ceremony and was Media coverage of Hurricane Sandy students went overboard—along with slammed via twitter for the mistake.) seemed over the top to many Morgan most of Baltimore—in rushing to buy Field reporters, in their efforts to capture State journalism students who spent up emergency supplies. Water, tissue the most dramatic shots, courted danger their two days off watching Fox News, paper, snacks, milk, batteries, candles with some of them being swept off their Channel 13, The Weather Channel, and and bread were suddenly in short supply feet by storm surges. Through it all, the PETER ROMANO VIA CREATIVE COMMONS reading The Washington Post’s Twitter, at area stores. prominent branding, like the Weather Storm damage, like this one from Astoria, AP News and The Wall Street Journal. The press fueled panic by glibly Channel’s reporters decked out in L.L. Queens, were shared widely on Facebook On the Weather Channel for five days tossing out dramatic terms such as “epic and other websites leading up it, broadcasters referred to this devastation,” “super storm,” “apocalypse,” Continued on page 8 4 THE SPOKESMAN November 9, 2012 Morgan fosters relationships with the community By MANYI ABANGMA Spokesman Staff Writer each of the organizations and businesses in attendance led the discussions and asked participants what their thoughts and With a continued effort to grow the concerns were. After three rounds, each future and lead the world, Morgan State station was brought back as a whole to University has partnered with residents, communicate the findings. businesses, public officials and other Discussion topics included Healthy investors in the community to bring Families, Public Safety, Workforce and change to the Northeast Baltimore Economic Development, Education region. On Saturday, Oct. 27, members and Youth Development, Sustainable PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OFXASSEMBLY.ORG of the university along with Northeast Environment, Livable Viable Anissa Caldwell speaks at HBCU rally in Annapolis Baltimore neighborhoods gathered in the Neighborhoods, and Culture, Art, Calvin and Tina Tyler Ballroom in the Recreation and Entertainment. Among University Student Center to kick-off the those topics, some of the issues that came Activist group X-Assembly shakes Morgan Community Mile. up were communication and awareness Morgan State University President, of available resources, building unity and things up with a Republican member David Wilson, opened the event by opening the lines of communication explaining the strategic plan for the between communities, and taking into By CHARLESE JOHNSON believes increasing the presence of family Morgan Community Mile initiative. “Our account the life that children in the Spokesman Staff Writer based businesses and culturing more continued growth has to be married…to Northeast are living in order to make academically competitive children will the growth, vibrancy, stability, productivity, improvements. help the African American race. “Then X-Assembly is a student activist group and only then can we as a people say ‘Black on Morgan’s campus that protests against Excellence, [is] truly yours,” said Caldwell. “Our continued growth has to be married… social injustices that plague all nationalities Yet she does allow one of her personal and races. Contrary to it being more-so beliefs, humanitarianism, to influence to the growth, vibrancy, stability, liberal, one of its members lies on the right her role in the X-Assembly. Caldwell’s wing. Active X Assembly member, and one humanitarianism values derive from productivity, competitiveness, and the way of the framers of the organization, Anissa her inspiration and role model Russell Caldwell, is a Republican. Simmons. Simmons’ support of we live the good life in our neighborhoods. Caldwell says her involvement within the philanthropy motivates her to apply X-Assembly is not about her Republican humanitarianism not only to her personal And that’s what this is designed to do.” views. She does not allow her political ties life but to her public efforts. Caldwell to influence her work for the organization. deems herself an individual who cares competitiveness, and the way we live the “This is a real opportunity for the “I am very liberal [and] to get the job done, I about humanity. She uses the X-Assembly good life in our neighborhoods. And that’s community and Morgan to really maximize cannot always associate my personal beliefs as a vehicle to better understand society. what this is designed to do,” said Wilson. this effort to improve the Northeast on certain issues that our organization “Through the X-Assembly I can have a He went on to outline five strategic goals for Baltimore community,” said Linda Stewart, [X-Assembly] addresses and gets involved different perspective on how the world building the Morgan brand and reiterated a resident of Northwood, in response to in,” said Caldwell. However, Caldwell does works and how other people are effected by the importance of having the community what she got out of the event. “There are believe that there may be a time when she things,” says Caldwell. involved in the process. so many great assets here at Morgan, that I will have to decide between her personal While Caldwell takes inspiration from Mary Anne Akers, Dean of the School think need to be uncovered and by working beliefs and the issues the organization Russell Simmons, she attributes her inner of Architecture and Planning, followed together… I think we can just be stronger chooses to advocate. Republican to her upbringing and personal the president’s remarks by describing the in how we improve the quality of life here.” Caldwell discussed the issue of experiences. Caldwell was raised in a impact that the plan would have on those The event, hosted by Community and government welfare programs. She believes conservative home. She says that even today involved and addressing the school’s hopes Economic Development Director, Ellis that it is possible for African Americans to many of her older family members still of being a model for other institutions to Brown, included a community fair, faculty thrive without government assistance. “I believe in the same viewpoints. Her own follow. A raffle was played, before opening and student project displays, and allowed am about setting a standard of tremendous experiences molded her as a Republican as the floor to discussions. for a dialogue covering the critical issues success and excellence for our people well. The formation of her Republican views At each end of the room were different within the Morgan Mile. The day kicked- without handouts,” said Caldwell. The resulted after several periods of experiences stations named after the general topics off a series of many more meetings set to young republican detailed several methods in her life. “There were different levels or that were up for discussion in the strategic take place before the unveiling of a concrete she believed the African American stages when I learned about myself and my planning process. A community leader from plan in the spring of 2013. community could utilize to prosper. She practices as far as politics are concerned.” November 9, 2012 THE SPOKESMAN 5 The brewing melting pot at Developing “global Morgan State competent professionals” By ODESSA MOHABEER By CHARLESE JOHNSON Spokesman Staff Writer exciting and challenging,” says Yequing Spokesman Staff Writer scary, intense, and educational.” Liu. Liu is 20 years old and this is her In 2011, Dr. Ngom, Dr. Joan Robinson, first time not only experiencing education Dr. Willie D. Larkin, and other Morgan As the students scatter across Morgan outside of China, but at a historically Morgan State University is making affiliates met with Yang Yiping, Hubei’s State University’s campus in a bustle to black college. This is a big culture shock several strides to connect its students representative, to revive the relationship meet up with friends and get to their because there are not a high percentage with the vast international world. Earlier between the two universities. From classes, there is a display of Morgan’s of African Americans in China. She has this year, on April 19, Dr. Wilson and the this meeting, Hubei offered Morgan increasing diversity. “Every semester I feel been at Morgan for two months and she president of Hubei University finalized two summer abroad scholarships and like there are more international students is Finance major. an agreement on a Chinese Exchange extended an invitation to attend Hubei’s on the campus,” says Junior Cesar Francis. Of Morgan’s population, 4.1 percent of Program. The two-way exchange 80th founders anniversary. In the fall of The Foreign Exchange program has the student body is international students program offers opportunities to both 2011, President Wilson attended the been operating on Morgan’s campus that attend the University through Morgan and Hubei University students ceremony and it was decided by both for ten years and is orchestrated by the the foreign exchange program. The and professors. The partnership allows institutions to renew partnership,which Center for Global Studies and Exchange demographics of the foreign students Morgan students to earn degrees from led to the signing ceremony in April in the Turner’s Armory buiding. The have shifted over time. Currently the Hubei University and similarly Hubei 2012. focus is not only bringing students from Nepalese students are the largest ethnic students to obtain degrees from Morgan. Dr. Ngom and Professor Crosby other countries to Morgan, but increasing group on Morgan’s campus. Two years Under the exchange program, Morgan believe the Chinese Exchange Program the number of students that go overseas ago, the largest population of students professors are offered the opportunity is beneficial for Morgan students.“[it’s] to further their studies. came from Nigeria. to teach at Hubei as well. The initiative important for people of United States Although active on the campus for 10 This semester the program has its will also promote collaborative research to see another country, [to] see first years, the foreign exchange program is still first Brazilian student, Eduardo Morais. between the two universities; professors class life (similar to us) and see people a work in progress. “The goal is to allow Morais is 23 years old and was able to within the same disciplines will be able of an entire spectrum with very different students to receive a holistic education attend Morgan through the Science to partner to research and apply for living standards,” said Crosby. Dr. Ngom that is needed to reorient their thinking without Borders scholarship program. grants. said that the program will not only open in a global fashion,” says Johnson Niba. He is Chemistry major at the university Dr. Mbare Ngom, dean of the College student perspective, but it will allow Niba, a Cameroon native, is the assistant and has two semesters left. “I am excited of Liberal Arts and Senior Executive him or her to be competitive in the job director of the Center for Global Studies about doing my research,” he explains Director of International Studies at search in the global market. Dr. Ngom and Exchange program, and has been as he discusses the difference between Morgan State University, has been believes that simply learning a language working with the program for two years. the education he receive at Morgan in in communication with Hubei for is not enough. He said it is important He explained that through the program, comparison to the university he attended several years, and was involved in the for a student to, “speak confidently and Morgan plans to create partnerships with in Brazil. development of the program. He and competently with no intermediaries to be various countries in different regions of “I am excited, passionate, and other Morgan professors have been culturally proficient.” He believes there the world in order to establish a more enthusiastic about the work we do connected to Hubei University. Dr. is a need for more African Americans structured program. President David with students not only to increase Ngom stated that the partnership as diplomats and representatives, which Wilson has signed a Memorandum of international students on campus but to with Hubei University in the Wuhan is why he expressed the importance Understanding with Hubei University sharpen the competitive edge of Morgan Province of China began in 1997. In the to, “graduate global competent located in the Hubei Province of China. State University students to strive to fall semester of 1999, Professor Joanna professionals.” The Chinese Exchange As a result, two Chinese students are graduate and become globally oriented Crosby, participated in an exchange Program will be one of many to help attending Morgan this semester. professionals and citizens,” Niba says. program as a visiting professor. She foster such Morgan professionals. “My experience at Morgan is both described her experience as “amazing,

*SGA ADDRESS The Student Government Association Proposal $500 Competition for all active on-campus organizations hopes that everyone is settling well into . SGA Student Discount Cards that will allow students to receive discounted and the Fall semester of the 2012-2013 academic year. free items from twenty local businesses including Noodles N’ Company, Smoothie King, etc. will be available soon Please look forward to the following: . $500 Academic scholarships & $250 Book Scholarships from SGA will be available in the Spring . Currently we are sponsoring the “Growing the Future, Leading the World” Grant 6 THE SPOKESMAN November 9, 2012 Students question campus EDITORIAL Metal detector wands arrive housing TRAINING TO BEGIN FOR NEW SECURITY MEASURES IN By BRITTANY BUCHANAN it,” says MSU senior Odessa Mohabeer. BALTIMORE COUNTY SCHOOLS Spokesman Staff Writer “No one let me know my lease was late and that they gave my room to someone By ZAKIA STERRETT cafeteria is fumbling with something in Thousands of students make their way else. Three weeks after school started they Spokesman Staff Writer his book bag only to pull out an asthma back to Morgan State University’s called and asked me if I needed a room inhaler? Weeks ago Cpl. Cathy Batton of campus; many with a place to live, others after they specifically told me I should It’s been more than three weeks since the the Baltimore County Police Department left to find arrangements elsewhere. find an alternate place to stay.” Baltimore County Police Department stated that metal detectors are to be used Concerns of housing arrangements and Students also complain about promised to put metal detectors in some in a way that is appropriate for the school living conditions consume the minds of the living conditions of the housing Baltimore County Schools. Early last setting. These devices should be in the students this fall semester. residences. week, the Pikesville Patch reported that hands of adequately trained staff that are “There is not a shortage of housing. “Living at Blount was semi decent Lt. Michael DiCara of the Baltimore able to sense real and eminent danger to Some of the challenges we experience is but really frustrating at times. I lived County Police Department directed an prevent overreaction in situations where the date students request housing. July there during my freshman year. The officer from the Pikesville, Maryland there is no real threat, but vigilance in 15th is really late because we are pretty females acted very childish at times like precinct to receive training on the usage times where there is. much in the full swing of the assignment that incident I told you about and a lot of wands and their legalities. He was Once school officials are trained in process,” states Gwynn. “We had 140 of them were really nasty. The bathrooms then instructed to share that information the usage of hand held metal detectors students on the waiting list. We were able were filthy girls would leave hair with school resource officers. There’s they should not expect changes to house about 90 students. The other 50 everywhere and use the bathroom without no question that more effective safety overnight. This new security measure or so students made other arrangements. flushing and it would just be gross,” says measures need to be put in place at could put a halt to violence when it comes Maybe 150 to 200 students did not MSU sophomore, Taiye Ojomo. “One Baltimore County schools, especially to guns and other weapons, but schools receive housing. We are not sure of the time the cleaning lady refused to clean after the recent gun incidences at Perry should not rely solely on wands. Getting number of students who do not have up the bathroom and didn’t come back Hall High School and Stemmers Run to the root of the problem will take a Middle School. What is in question is closer examination into why students the criteria officials will use to determine decide to bring guns and weapons to “Do we need more housing? Yes. The institution is which schools get the metal detectors, school in the first place. Teachers, parents, and more specifically, how those detectors and students want to feel a sense of relief presently making that evaluation comprehensibly. will be used. that delinquents will think twice about Several years ago when I worked as a bringing concealed weapons onto school Beginning next spring, the housing process will become teacher’s assistant within the Baltimore premises. Let’s hope that there will be County and Baltimore City school significant changes in the climate of those fully automated and students will be able to make systems, I was alarmed to find deficient schools equipped with these devices. security measures at most of the schools. As an overall preventative measure, payments online” Doors were frequently left unattended, all schools need to step up their students ran wild, assaults were a regular violence policies even if wands are not occurrence, and issues that led to more implemented in their schools. The bottom housing because they might get other for 3 days because the bathroom was so serious matters went unchecked while line is that our children need to feel and placements.” nasty. I wanted a change and I used to expressed concerns fell upon deaf ears. be safe. Whether they attend school The Office of Residence Life visit Morgan View a lot because I had A note to school administrators: more in the county or city, public or private, & Housing assigns rooms, oversees friends here and I liked it. So far since foresight and less reactionary decision they deserve to experience an academic maintenance, housekeeping, safety, living [in Morgan View] I haven’t had making is needed now. life without the fear of having to dodge and security of facilities, and provides any problems. I live with my roommate As a condition of the new security bullets in homeroom or anywhere else. A academic support with tutors and from last semester and two of my friends.” measure, school officers will only be solid plan of action needs to be adopted computer labs for students. According to The Office of Residence Life and able to use the metal detectors when across the board and each school should the director of The Office of Residence Housing will implement an improved they suspect a crime or act of violence is take greater responsibility in protecting Life & Housing, Douglas F. Gwynn system for housing beginning in the fall. about to happen. This ambiguity raises its own students rather than rely on a students should file their FAFSA by the “Do we need more housing? Yes. more questions. What discretions will decision as to whether or not they will second week of January to ensure housing. The institution is presently making that officers use to identify threats? Will they receive metal detectors. “I was living in Morgan View and evaluation comprehensibly. Beginning single out the student whose eyes are Zakia Sterrett is a Baltimore native and 2012 there was a miscommunication of the next spring, the housing process will glazed over and unresponsive to why he graduate of Morgan State University receiving her lease deadline. I was trying to get my become fully automated and students or she is wandering the halls while class Bachelor of Science degree in Telecommunications/ lease turned back in on time. He said he will be able to make payments online,” is in session? Or will wands come out Public Relations. She is currently pursuing a Masters mailed it three times, but I never received Gwynn says. because a disoriented youth in a crowded of Art in Sociology at the university. November 9, 2012 THE SPOKESMAN 7

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007 SKY FALL - Nov. 9 The Baltimore Rundown The 23rd edition of Ian Fleming’s 007 James Bond films returns this fall. Bond played By BRITTANY BUCHANAN & NICK BEDFORD by Daniel Craig, jumps back into action as MI6 faces one of its greatest threats ever. Spokesman Staff Writers 007 is tangled between the web of M (MI6 leader) and her foggy past as he attempts to destroy the threat. (Rated PG-13, Action/Adventure) LINCOLN - Nov.9 WHAT’S GOING ON IN B’MORE? Steven Spielberg directs this American drama about the life of the Abraham Lincoln in his final months of office as he designs a course of action to end the war and abolish slavery. With stars Daniel Day- Lewis, Sally Field, Tommy Lee Jones, Joseph Gordon- POE AT CENTER STAGE - October 17-Nov.25 Levitt, and Hal Holbrook, the film will conjure up emotions of the past. Bruce Nelson stars in a tale portraying the dark and mysterious life of the famous Baltimorean poet Edgar Allen Poe. THE TWILIGHT SAGA: BREAKING DAWN PART 2 - Nov. 16 Bella, Edward, and Jacob come together one last time as the Cullens gather other RAM’S HEAD AND IMP PRESENT: SURPRISE AT THE CLUB! vampire clans to protect Renesmee from a false allegation that puts the family in front WITH JHENE AIKO - Nov.5 of the Volturi. Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, and Taylor Lautner star in the hit Nas Stops by Baltimore to promote his album, Life is Good along with new singer/ film. (Rated PG 13 Action/Adventure/Drama) songwriter Jhene Aiko RED DAWN - Nov. 21 A PURPLE EVENING - Nov. 5 As “foreign papratroopers” drop from the sky invading the U.S’ hometown, a small A fun football filled evening at M& T Bank Stadium catered to the ladies. Ladies will group of people, called the ‘Wolverines,” escape into the woods and train themselves compete in on the field activities and have a full access tour of the stadiums facility. to take back their freedom from the intruders. Chris Hemsworth, Josh Peck, Josh There will also be an autograph session conducted by the Ravens. Hutcherson, and Adrianne Palicki, and Isabel Lucas star in this action- packed film.

CARRIE UNDERWOOD IN CONCERT KILLING THEM SOFTLY - Nov. 30 brings her Blown Away tour to Baltimore Wednesday November Brad Pitt stars in this gangster action movie, alongside James Gandolfini, Ray Liotta, 7 at the 1st Mariner Arena. and Richard Jenkins. As three criminals rob a high- roller

RAVENS VS. RAIDERS - M and T Bank Stadium, Nov. 11, 1:00pm ALBUMS

MMG CONCERT RICK ROSS, MEEK MILLS, AND AT 1ST CEE-LO GREEN / CEE LO’S MAGIC MOMENT - Oct. 30 MARINER ARENA - Nov. 17 Maybach Music Group Tour Starring Rick Ross, Meek Mills, and Wale with special NE-YO / R.E.D. - Nov. 6 guest Machine Gun Kelly 50 CENT/ STREET KING MORTAL - Nov. 13 THE SINGLE LADIES TOUR- R KELLY FEATURING TAMIA TUESDAY - Nov. 27 at the Modell Performing Arts Center at The Lyric. / UNAPOLEGETIC - Nov. 20 MOVIES TALIB KWELI / PRISONER OF CONSCIOUSNESS - Nov. 20 FLIGHT - Nov. 2 Alongside John Goodman and Don Cheadle, Denzel Washington stars in this dramatic ALICIA KEYS / GIRL ON FIRE - Nov. 27 film about a pilot, who saves a flight from crashing, but an investigation reveals he had alcohol in his system. (Rated pG-13, Drama) WU-TANG CLAN AND D-BLOCK / WU-BLOCK - Nov. 27 8 THE SPOKESMAN November 9, 2012 ​Morgan and neighbors strive By ALFRED OSU Continued from page 8 detrimental for everyone. However, some have learned Spokesman Staff Writer to accept it, even as it pertains to Morgan State. “It Bean gear—logo prominently displayed—appeared doesn’t faze us for the most part. What took place at a tasteless display of corporate branding and greed. The city of Baltimore is no stranger to crime and violence. Morgan just gets charged to the game,” a young man After all, this was a genuine disaster for huge Walk six minutes off campus in some directions and it who lives in the area said, declining to give his name. swathes of the country. Many Morgan students from is what some people might consider a war zone. Often, There aren’t many access points on campus that require the affected areas, such as New York, New Jersey these dangers—drugs, robbery, violence—are not photo I.D. or an MSU Bearcard other than the parking and the Maryland shore had no choice but to watch restrained by artificial boundaries and spill onto the entries. A person can enter the academic buildings, the storm from afar, feeling helpless as the media MSU campus, putting sons, daughters, students and Student Center, library and refactory without showing ran pictures and videos of the devastation. Dasiane others in the middle of crossfire. any student identification. Many students see this as Branch, a Morgan State junior, got calls from family ​“We are too close to the neighborhoods, it’s basically problematic and believe that this is the core of where and friends in her Brooklyn neighborhood, portions like all of Baltimore lives on Morgan’s campus,” third the issues and possible solutions begin. which were completely flooded. “They’re calling you year sociology student Gabriel Pierce said. On a daily Still, after speaking with the president of Original because you’re feeling alone,” she said, explaining basis, students walk the campus, congregate with friends, Northwood, Eric Lapointe, about his views on the she got numerous calls asking how she was doing. and share greetings with acquaintances. But every so relationship between Morgan State and the community, “But they’re calling you when the electricity’s off often, students see unfamiliar faces and question who is his concern about safety echoed students and the issue and the phones aren’t working in Brooklyn—and on campus and whether this person is in fact a student. was the top of his organization’s priority list. “We strive they’re the ones that need help, not me.” Though comical at to build strong The media also missed some big stories about the times, even younger relationships storm, such as the under-reported news about Pepco, elementary- or “We are too close to the with neighboring the DC-based power company which was notorious middle-school schools such as for its poor response to previous storms. (It took students are seen neighborhoods, it’s basically Morgan State, weeks for them to get people’s power back on the walking through and we feel like heels of the June 29, 2012 storm.) This time, fewer the campus with no like all of Baltimore lives on we have a very Pepco customers lost power than BGE customers. guardian as if they good one with this Students noticed that Fox News chose to focuse too were a part of the Morgan’s campus” institution,” he said. on the storm’s impact on the election—sometimes school community. The organization enlightening viewers with useful information but ​So, what force enjoys being other times offering a biased take on the facts. The is set in place to relatively close to O’Reilly Report discussed in detail how President regulate the traffic of intruders? Morgan State has its the students and finds that to be positive for both parties Obama’s campaign was interrupted briefly by own police department on campus, housing campus involved. Though the organizations goals are ambitious, Hurricane Sandy with potentially far-reaching police and local officers alike. But Morgan is a part the coalition does not have a neighborhood watch consequences for swing states like Pennsylvania. of the local community and some students agree with program in place, leaving them and the surrounding Early voting was postponed for two days and this Michael Adebiyi, a third year Communications major, Baltimore citizens just as vulnerable to crime as Morgan could keep elderly voters at home, potentially who said, “There is no point in having a police station State’s campus. impacting results. And on the Jersey Shore, polls on campus.” Though the call for a “police station” may The Original Northwood coalition was created to may not even be open by election day due to flood be extreme, recent events may argue for a greater police bring awareness of public safety issues to the community. damage. Still, Obama is setting a good example by presence on campus. It is located in northeast Baltimore, 25 minutes from visiting the state and showing potential voters that ​With the shooting that took place in the university’s downtown and the Inner Harbor. The unit works closely he hopes they will make it to the polls next week. Student Center just a day after the anniversary of 9/11, with the northwest Police Patrol every now and then to CNN covered the storm well, drawing on many students are calling for better regulations to be provide security to the neighborhoods. “The reason I reporters working the storm on the ground in 15 enforced. Students need protection from neighboring took the responsibility to head this organization was to states and Canada, offering news-you-can-use like criminals, they say. One of the major areas of danger that prevent crimes like what occurred on Morgan’s campus,” reminders to keep cell phones charged, develop many students have to face on a daily basis is Northwood Lapointe said. Programs like Original Northwood are emergency plans and take basic storm precautions. Plaza, which encompasses a McDonalds, local carryout just what Morgan State needs. Some students felt like social media did the restaurant, Rite Aid and grocery store for students’ Active people who hold annual meetings to discuss best job of covering the storm. Twitter feeds from convenience. This area has been the battleground for issues within the community and at least make an attempt residents of Brooklyn, for example, were an effective robberies, drug transactions and even murders. to make the area safe for everyone could be beneficial. A way of getting fast, accurate updates from the scene. In 2008 Baltimore City Councilman Kenneth Harris spotlight, not only on situations like the recent shooting “Social media did a better job than most news Sr was shot and killed at New Haven Lounge, a bar also in the Student Center, but on neighborhood activism stations,” says Branch. located within the plaza and many students say they designed to prevent such crimes seems essential. feel unsafe if people who aren’t supposed to be able to Morgan State and the outside community shouldn’t be touched are being destroyed just minutes from their have to be separated with barricades for harmony to place of learning. exist between the two. ​Citizens familiar with the area see the crimes as very November 9, 2012 THE SPOKESMAN 9 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Two MSU innovators create MSU Lookbook MORE THAN A SITE FOR FASHION, IT SHOWCASES UNIQUE STUDENTS

By BRITTANY BUCHANAN to say a quote or statement. It’s more Spokesman Staff Writer than just photos.” Brian Furr Clements and Ilupeju do not want “A beautiful soul can be seen from the website to be confused with a more than a mile away,” said Tioluwani fashion look book. The website is more Ilupeju, one of the creators of MSU than a mere site for fashion. It is an Brian Furr Lookbook, a website for what she outlet for expressing one's identity. The and co- founder, Malaika Aminata message the Lookbook pioneers want Clements call a catalog for beautiful to convey is that the site is a place for souls. Founded February 25, 2010, innovative individuals. Morgan State University students’ “We decided to capture what is individuality is showcased on the site. already here on campus. We want to While surfing the internet and showcase how everyday people express coming across a lookbook on a website, themselves. We cannot pass down what Ilupeju and Clements decided that is already established. We can only a medium of diversity was missing point it out,” Clements said. “People on MSU’s campus. The two decided have to realize the students of MSU Desire Onwudiach to use what was already at MSU and have their own identity. People have Malaika Clements & Kaleb Metaferia promote diversity through style and to not be afraid to showcase their own individual creativity. individuality; their own unique style.” “We started it from basically a style Photographers, Clements and website that we had a membership to Ilupeju spend time behind the camera when we went to the website and it capturing the unique personalities, wasn’t diverse. It was a lot of the same cultures, and styles that walk around the style. There were not many people university’s campus. stepping outside of the box on the site,” “The power of self expression is said journalism major Clements. “We so exuberant. When you see someone created MSU Lookbook to showcase walking down the street, you’re drawn people who are comfortable with their to them. I say it is a warm aurora,” said own self expression. We wanted to Ilupeju. “That person is not afraid to be promote that.” who they are. It’s not just about fashion. Ilupeju added, “It’s about us. It’s It’s about style; the way you carry about being who you are and promoting yourself; the way you express yourself. self expression. People shouldn’t be Fashion isn’t the focus of the website.” afraid to be themselves. We ask people

MSU Courtyard PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF MSULOOKBOOK.COM 10 THE SPOKESMAN November 9, 2012 Maryland rapper plans to Rap mogul Jay-Z goes all out for Brooklyn By JADA VANDERPOOL store; which lies on Spokesman Staff Writer the exterior of the center. drop new mix tape Jay-Z was also hands-on with the NICK HARRISON’S LEGEND OF THE MOOCHERS IS Barclay’s center opened on Sept. 28 with setup of the NETS apparel. He helped partial owner and rap mogul Jay-Z design the team’s logo and black and SLATED FOR RELEASE THIS DECEMBER performing eight consecutive sold out white color scheme. According to the concerts. Each night 19,000 fans rocked New York Times, Jay-Z even mentored hard to the rap stars' classic hits. Jay-Z arena executives on their music selection, invested $1 million into the Barclays and suggested to play less “jersey music” By BRITTANY BUCHANAN do my thing. I’m definitely influenced Center nine years ago, but that amount and more from artists like . Spokesman Staff Writer by Eminem, J. Cole, Little Brother and holds nothing to the earnings he receives Additionally, he is the executive producer 9th Wonder.” from it today. producer for the videogame Calvert County based rapper, Nick Harrison has had other music Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter earns less than NBA2k13. Aside from the visual setup of Harrison prepares to drop his new endeavors, but “Legend of the Moochers” 1% (one fifteenth of one percent) of the the game, Jay-Z selected all 24 songs on mix tape “Legend of the Moochers” in is his biggest mix tape yet. Nets, yet his overall involvement in the the soundtrack (including five of his own December. Jerron Collins, graphic designer, dj center surpasses that small mark that hit songs). The 23-year-old musician did not start and Morgan State alum is confident in had some questioning his role in it. The On Tuesday, Oct. 9 Jay-Z released an off rapping. As a child, he performed Harrison’s music endeavors. night before his opening concert, the rap eight-track digital EP, “Live in Brooklyn,” in front of family and “I am his dj and graphic designer. We mogul opened a new extension to his showcasing his “christening” concerts at friends. “I’ve always been huge into music created verse of the week and YouTube franchise, the 40/40 club and restaurant Barclays Center. The Brooklyn native ever since I was a kid. I think the first and have been going stronger since then,” in the arena. On Sept. 28, he opened yet ended his finale concert with a surprise time I ever wrote a rap was in the another one of his chain businesses: his guest performance from his wife Beyonce. fifth grade. I was trying to get out of trouble with my mom. So, I EDITORIAL wrote a rap song to kind of bribe her out of it and it worked. Ever since then, I have been writing.” Since rapping as early as Family values ten- years-old, Harrison has By VANCE BRINKLEY performed at the Roxy Theater Spokesman Staff Writer host of WEAA’s Strictly Hip Hop, Florida and auditioned for this season’s X- Henderson. “Chemistry is an important key factor. His music can be compared to a family...to be successful. It’s one thing to J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar, From the days of break dancers and DJ to play around and flirt like what Drake and according to Harrison. scratchers, hip-hop has been a culture Nicki Minaj do… (rapping) but it gets “I would say it’s definitely hip- that has flourished on family values. The kind of annoying because you know it’s hop; definitely raw hip- hop. I also popularity of music collaborations that a gimmick.” like to do other kinds of stuff. I were present in the 90's,0 brought together Although the family structure is not like to do an R&B side and a pop great groups like the Wu Tang Clan, De La a strong factor in the hip-hop industry, side,” said Harrison. “I just try to Soul, a Tribe Called Quest and many more. it’s still present. From the mainstream not really limit myself as an artist. The family dynamics and structure that to the underground, there are numerous I’m diverse. I’m lyrical.” hip-hop has formed over the years has been collaboration and compilation albums Despite his lyrical and conscious tested. Although there are hip-hop groups being released. MMG’s "Self Made Vol. songs, Harrison is different than his on- said Collins. “We’ve known each other and “families” like Maybach Music Group 2" and G.O.O.D. music’s "Cruel Summer" stage act. The conservative, down- to- for awhile and I support him.” (MMG), G.O.O.D. Music, and YMCMB, released as albums from the big groups, but earth, creative rapper gets a chance to let Harrison added, “I finally have a the industry has only these groups being up and coming artists do collaboration and himself go and discuss topics he would team that’s really down for me. So we’re the headliners to answer this troubling compilations similar to how it was done in not usually talk about through his music. basically in the beginning process of question: is there still a family in hip-hop? the old days. “As a person I’m a little more sheltered really starting to push the music. We are Fortunately, these music groups have Recently, , a member in a sense. In music, I let everyone see a slowly on the come up. Our progression shown that the love is still alive. A lot of from the California based group different side of me. It’s a quote on quote is small right now, but it’s definitely going Hip-Hop heads on Morgan’s campus , released “No Idols,” a alter ego. I restrict myself, but as a rapper to be pretty quick.” see the distinct difference that makes the collaboration mix-tape with Alchemist. I just let myself go and talk about things Harrison can be found on Twitter, collaborations and features different from This was one of the few artist-producer I really wouldn’t talk about on a regular Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. the golden ages of hip-hop to today. mix-tapes that was released this year. basis. I wouldn’t say I’m shy, but I’m “I think there is a family environment Whether the songs are gimmicky are not, conservative. When I get up on stage, in hip-hop, people can tell which ones are hip-hop has not lost its family values, it a different part of me comes out. I just organic and which ones are not real,” said co- just lives through music groups. November 9, 2012 THE SPOKESMAN 11 WEAA celebrates Romare Bearden’s centennial By BRITTANY BUCHANAN Baltimore Afro American newspaper in Spokesman Staff Writer 1935. In addition, he painted “Baltimore Uproar,” a mural in the Penn-North On Wednesday Sep. 26, art lovers, young subway station located at the corner of and old, travelled up and down the hallways Pennsylvania Avenue and North Avenue. of WEAA for an art exhibit titled “A Bearden used cut glass and tile to portray a PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF BRITTANY BUCHANAN Celebration of Romare Bearden’s 100th jazz band performance with a female singer Birthday.” Curators Beverly Hill and in the center. Lewis Hudnell hosted the opening night “I really like his work and his art. I heard Tony Award winner directs reception. The exhibition, which ends Nov. about the exhibit and decided to come,” said 2, includes posters of Bearden’s artwork that Kelli Williams, co-founder of a Baltimore are on sale to the public along with pottery. based art studio, Rift. “Bearden is one of my “For colored girls...” Great niece and co-director of the Bearden favorite artists.” Foundation (a non-profit organization The art exhibit has more than 10 pieces of ORIGINAL “LADY IN RED,” TRAZANA BEVERLY WORKS WITH established to preserve and perpetuate Bearden’s works. One of his most renowned MSU STUDENTS TO PRESENT OBIE AWARD WINNING PLAY Bearden’s legacy), Deidre Harris- Kelly, was artworks, “The Lamp” is featured in the the guest speaker for the event. two-month exhibition. Bearden created “We knew there were a lot of people “The Lamp” to commemorate the end of By BRITTANY BUCHANAN rainbow. The play is considered a chore who love Bearden. Bearden was one of the segregation in the public school system. Spokesman Staff Writer poem as it is accompanied by dance and greatest artists. He died in 1988. We [the The United States Postal Service used this music. According to Beverly, Shane’s play Bearden Foundation] are protecting his piece of art as a stamp in celebration of civil Tony Award winner and original “Lady encompasses the struggles of African legacy,” Harris- Kelly said to a room full rights. in Red,” Trazana Beverly directs Ntozake American woman: abortion, rape, of onlookers. “A park in Charlotte will be More than an artist and cartoonist, Bearden Shane’s Obie Award- winning play domestic violence and self- worth. named in his honor. You rarely get a park was a writer, social worker, and poet. For Colored Girls Who Have Considered “I treat this experience as a professional named after an artist.” “Bearden was prolific. He was a jazz Suicide/ When The Rainbow Is Enuf at opportunity to create. With regards to Bearden, a man of many talents, created musician, he painted, and he illustrated the Gilliam Concert Hall in Murphy For Colored Girls, when I came off the oil paintings, cartoons and collages. He books. Some of the past history said he Fine Arts Center. Performances will be national tour, I directed the play twice used textures, colors and aspects of urban was a mathematics major. We are excited from Oct. 25 through Oct. 28 and Nov. 1 at the Group Theater in and the scenery in his works. The North Carolina to celebrate Bearden’s life,” Hill said. She through Nov. 4. Mixed Blood Theater in . It’s native received his education from New later added, “Next month, we will host Tickets are on sale to MSU students really refreshing to come back to the play York University. Over the course of his another exhibit with local Baltimore crafts. and the public at Ticketmaster locations with fresh eyes. It’s quite an honor. I’m education, Bearden studied in Paris. There will be weaving, doll makers, jewelry, as well as the Murphy Fine Arts Center’s really happy to do be doing something With a special connection to Baltimore, sculptures and other artworks. We are box office. with Shirley Dunlap and Murphy Fine he began his career as a cartoonist for The always looking for artists.” Beverly, an actress, writer, keynote Arts,” said Beverly. speaker and Baltimore native, comes With an updated version by the back to direct Shane’s play at Theatre playwright, Ntozake modernizes the Morgan after being on a national tour story of Beau Willie, WHO??? returns Calling all Morgan State Seniors - and directing her first opera. She lends from the war in Iraq to deal with the Peace Corps is the personal and professional her expertise as she works closely with HIV/ AIDS epidemic in the African opportunity of a lifetime! Launch your career through MSU theater students, lecturer: Jan Short American community. international service. and coordinator: Shirley Dunlap. “Every woman should see it. It is a “It is an honor to have Ms. Beverly in woman’s right of passage. Every mother, ---- JOB VACANCY ---- our department and working with our aunt, sister, and friend should bring their Peace Corps is looking for a Returned Peace Corps students. So many talk about Trazana’s daughter, niece, and baby sister. There is Volunteer to work as the PEACE CORPS kindness and her ability to inspire so much in it for young women to feed CAMPUS RECRUITER at Morgan State University and draw out the best in them,” Short and reflect on,” said Beverly. “[Ntozake] *MUST BE A RETURNED PEACE CORPS said. “It is beautiful to see someone so really holds a microscope up to the VOLUNTEER (RPCV) TO APPLY* accomplished to be so humble and to not various situations we find ourselves in as Contact: [email protected] only love their work, but the people with black women: how we deal with ourselves, for more information. whom they work.” our self- esteem, and lack thereof. It is not Learn more about the benefits of Peace Corps at: The 1974 play is a series of 20 poems an anti- male play, but it is a pro- female www.peacecorps.gov/benefits performed by seven nameless women, play. This is a great play. Everyone should represented by the seven colors of a see it, especially women.” 12 THE SPOKESMAN November 9, 2012

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF ANTONEO BRAXTON PHOTOGRAPHY Maya Milan: The voice of MSU By JAHPHIA GRIFFIN Being featured as the key performer and Spokesman Staff Writer competition winner in schools’ events like PHOTOGRAPH BY ZAHARA JOHNSON “The Voice: MSU Edition” and this past Over the past 2 years, if you have visited a Homecoming Pep Rally performance really few events on campus you may have heard has shown her that hard work and passion Chronicles of a sneakerhead about the soul-singing protégé Maya Milan. for what you love pays off. In what seemed Prepping for her upcoming 1st EP Album to be a misunderstood performance at the By ZAHARA JOHNSON art of collecting sneakers is much deeper “Milan Mode” and after just finishing her Pep Rally, she is still determined to get her Spokesman Staff Writer than the naive human mind can first Homecoming Pep Rally performance, point across expressing “I don’t care about comprehend,” said Woods. she graciously stopped by to chat with the industry stuff like a fake image or being MJ “Sneaker-head” culture came about in the Woods isn’t like a typical shoe shopper. He Spokesman. famous, I just want to do what I love to do.” late 1980’s and continues to thrive and doesn’t wait in long lines to buy sneakers, Reigning from Prince George’s County, This Virgo who gets most her of musical grow in the twenty-first century. Many nor does he agree with the current trends MD, MSU Sophomore Milan has taken inspiration from personal experiences with of its followers believe sneakers are more that buying sneakers has plagued on the the campus by storm with her voice. her family and friends, distinguishes herself than an accessory, but a deep form of urban community. “It’s not what it used Starting her tenure here in 2010 as a Music musically by describing her sound to fit in a expression. Keenan Woods of Morgan to be. It’s almost disgusting. People are major concentrating in vocal performance, genre between Pop and R&B rather than a State is a devoted follower in this market. waiting outside for like two days before a she realized that there were so many typical one. Students here at Morgan love Woods, a senior psychology major at shoe comes out. It’s like; you don’t have opportunities to take. “It all started with the her for her covers of song ballots, including Morgan State University, has had an work, kids, or school to go to? It’s sick CASA program, seeing all the people that I her most recent for Kelly Rowland’s “Ice,” interest in sneakers since he was a small when a culture thinks that it’s okay to can reach with my voice,” said Milan. After which she debuted on her YouTube page child. He never comprehended what it miss work or school for a product,” said evaluating the possibilities here at MSU, she and brought in more than 5,000 views. was about shoes that lured him in, but Woods. He has never waited outside for took full advantage. She began singing at 15 Although soul is where her heart is she also once it did, there was no turning back. the release of a shoe. Instead, he orders and grew a passion for performance. Milan shows an interest in the more performance “It’s the mystique of the shoe that’s just exclusive footwear online or seeks out started entering competitions by word of and writing aspect of it all rather than just so different from any other article of what he wants at sneaker conventions. mouth. Being the youngest of contestants her voice. What is Milan’s biggest dream? clothing,” said Woods. “Honestly, it’s Although his love for sneakers is no during many singing competitions like the “Planning and having a huge concert where really hard to explain.” secret, conversations limited to the latest “PG Extreme Teens” she felt “very nervous everything is just amazing, that will be the Growing up, Woods had no male figure sneaker releases are not ideal topics and incompetent but determined at the day that’s like lighting the candle,” said the to glorify. His idol quickly became the for Woods. “People come up to me to same time.” songstress. Fresh Prince, a main character in the 90s have conversations about sneakers but Close friends and family were excited Overall, the Miss Maya Milan has never sitcom “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” played honestly, I don’t really want to talk about for her success in singing competitions and stopped striving to accomplish her goals. by Will Smith. “He [the Fresh Prince] that. I just want to talk about other stuff.” her passion for music but were hesitant She has not only influenced her audience was my role model growing up. My mom Woods jokingly added. “When I see because of her age. Her mother was very here at Morgan but is also creating a buzz is from West Philly so all she would do people I ask, ‘Hey what’s up? How’s your happy for her, but was cautious and wanted in the industry. She has a upcoming show was watch the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air mom?’ And they always bring up shoes! her to still stay focused and put school first. in Manhattan Oct.19 Hosted by Ashanti all the time,” said Woods. “I wanted to be I’m like; you don’t want to know how my So far she is enjoying her time at Morgan. and her album “Milan Mode” that features like him because I didn’t have that many mom is doing? Do we really just have to “Coming here at first it was about building Alumni rap artist Sunni Mone is already male role models in my life and he just talk about sneakers?” a name for myself, and now everywhere being waited for by her loyal fans but new had all types of dope sneakers.” Woods currently owns around 80 pairs of I go I’m known as the girl who sings.” mentors in the industry such as Lil Mo. Those who are not into collecting may shoes and insists that he still has a long think it is an aimless and money-wasting way to go. “Real sneaker-heads and people Twitter: @MilanMusic | Youtube: TheMayaMilan hobby that takes up essential space, but who have been doing this for a while, to Downloads: mayamilan.combandcamp.com| soundcloud.com (search Maya Milan) for Woods collecting is a way of life. “The them, even 100 pairs is still small.” November 9, 2012 THE SPOKESMAN 13 Head barb Nicki Minaj takes Morgan fosters relationships on American Idol with the community

By JASMINE DIXON By MANYI ABANGMA leader from each of the organizations Spokesman Staff Writer Grammy Award winner who has sold Spokesman Staff Writer and businesses in attendance led the more than 15 million albums. discussions and asked participants what Although rumors have been surfacing their thoughts and concerns were. After Self proclaimed “Head Barbie” and wig that Minaj and Carey had been beefing With a continued effort to grow the three rounds, each station was brought crazed Nicki Minaj has announced that on set, the two stars were quick to deny future and lead the world, Morgan State back as a whole to communicate the she will be taking on a new role as a any allegations. “How are we gonna University has partnered with residents, findings. judge on the popular entertainment and feud in two days? Let the feud take a businesses, public officials and other Discussion topics included Healthy contestant show American Idol. little longer to spread out,” joked Carey investors in the community to bring Families, Public Safety, Workforce and Although there is much speculation in a press conference. “It’s fun. It’s change to the Northeast Baltimore Economic Development, Education as to whether or not the 29-year- music. It’s singing. It’s laughter,” she region. On Saturday, Oct. 27, members and Youth Development, Sustainable old hip-hop artist is qualified for the added. Minaj reportedly nodded her of the university along with Northeast Environment, Livable Viable position, American Idol is sure that she head and agreed. Baltimore neighborhoods gathered in the Neighborhoods, and Culture, Art, is the perfect pick. According to CNN. Nonetheless Minaj is happy to have Calvin and Tina Tyler Ballroom in the Recreation and Entertainment. Among com, the official announcement from the opportunity to serve as a judge University Student Center to kick-off the those topics, some of the issues that came American Idol noted, “Minaj became on American Idol but makes it clear the first female solo artist to have seven that she would not be able to act as singles simultaneously on the Billboard a contestant. When asked if she was “This is a real opportunity for the Hot 100 chart.” Minaj, who is signed to starting out today would she try out Cash Money record label, “is someone for American Idol, Minaj said, “No, I community and Morgan to really who represents a different side of the wouldn’t. It’s very very difficult to be music industry, who has now crossed picked apart. I have to give it to the maximize this effort to improve the into mainstream culture with her unique people that do these shows -- it takes a artistry, style and flair,” it continued. lot of heart, it takes guts, that rejection Northeast Baltimore community” Minaj, who is known for her thing is heavy.” confidence and outgoing personality, In her interview with MTV News, Morgan Community Mile. up were communication and awareness was surprisingly on the fence about Minaj said, “It’s a milestone for me. It’s Morgan State University President, of available resources, building unity joining the cast for American Idol. a milestone for hip-hop. It’s a milestone David Wilson, opened the event by and opening the lines of communication However, she quickly realized that what for young black women. Has there ever explaining the strategic plan for the between communities, and taking into she feared was what got her where she been a black woman judging on the Morgan Community Mile initiative. account the life that children in the is today. “Of course I had doubts but I show? This is a show that 20 million “Our continued growth has to be Northeast are living in order to make had to realize that my fears of doing the people watch so I feel like we should be married…to the growth, vibrancy, improvements. show came a lot from what I thought represented on that show and I’m very stability, productivity, competitiveness, “This is a real opportunity for the people would say. I had to really think proud of my decision to do it.” and the way we live the good life in our community and Morgan to really and realize that a lot of decisions I’ve Yet TMZ obtained footage of the neighborhoods. And that’s what this is maximize this effort to improve the made in my career, people thought I divas Minaj and Carey in a heated designed to do,” said Wilson. He went on Northeast Baltimore community,” said was f***king crazy and I made them, and argument during auditions in Charlotte, to outline five strategic goals for building Linda Stewart, a resident of Northwood, I continue to make the hard decisions. North Carolina on Oct. 2. In the video the Morgan brand and reiterated the in response to what she got out of the I continue to make the decisions that Minaj is heard shouting, ‘I told them importance of having the community event. “There are so many great assets people don’t have the balls to make I’m not f**kin’ putting up with her involved in the process. here at Morgan, that I think need to be and that’s what separates me from f**kin’ highness over there.” After the Mary Anne Akers, Dean of the School uncovered and by working together… I everybody else... this is just gonna’ video aired, Carey went on the Barbara of Architecture and Planning, followed think we can just be stronger in how we be another tough decision that Nicki Walters show, stating she did not feel the president’s remarks by describing improve the quality of life here.” Minaj makes... I’m very, very excited. I comfortable after hearing Minaj made the impact that the plan would have The event, hosted by Community and can’t wait for my Barbz to watch,” said gun threats. The rapper took her on those involved and addressing the Economic Development Director, Ellis Minaj in an interview with MTV News. responses to Carey on Twitter. “Hey school’s hopes of being a model for other Brown, included a community fair, faculty American Idol’s twelfth season debuts yAll. Lets just say nicki said smthn institutions to follow. A raffle was played, and student project displays, and allowed January 2013. Other hosts include about a gun. People will believe it cuz before opening the floor to discussions. for a dialogue covering the critical issues Mariah Carey, the bestselling female she’s a black rapper. Lmao. I’ll then hit At each end of the room were different within the Morgan Mile. The day kicked- recording artist of all time; Randy up Barbara n milk it,” said Minaj in stations named after the general topics off a series of many more meetings set Jackson, a Grammy Award winning tweet. The two plan to continue their that were up for discussion in the to take place before the unveiling of a producer; and Keith Urban, a four-time run on American Idol for now. strategic planning process. A community concrete plan in the spring of 2013. 14 THE SPOKESMAN November 9, 2012 SPORTS NBA 2K13 reigns visually in Crown the king By NICK BEDFORD locker room following the game. “I was the market Spokesman Staff Writer very thankful for the fans here in Kansas City and it was a great moment in my For the first time in 45 years there has life.” By ANTONIO MARTIN begin as scheduled, and this game is been a Triple Crown winner in Major The title was cherry on top of a Spokesman Staff Writer needed to heighten excitement or at least League baseball. Miguel Cabrera of the phenomenal regular season put together hold people over until the real games are Detroit Tigers placed his name in the by Cabrera—and he’s not done yet. under way. record books with the closing game of the The Detroit Tigers have clinched the It’s that time of the year again. As school Three of the world’s most talented season becoming the 15th player in major American League Central and look settles in, fall coats come out and cuffing athletes and unique specimens grace the league history to win the Triple Crown. to ride the bat of their slugger into the season creeps in on every single person’s cover, together, leading the charge for Cabrera lead the American League playoffs. He now has his focus squarely mind, guys need something to manage a new age of superstars. , with a .330 batting average, 139 RBIs on winning his second World Series ring, their competitive spirits. Whether it is a and all and 44 homeruns. For those who are which would be his first with the Tigers. recreational league or casual game console display their signature finish on the face unfamiliar with the term, the Triple The Tigers’ star is also in a dead heat playing, men need something divergent of one of the most anticipated games of from the usual sport teams trash talk. this decade. One of the most popular games hit From the shoes of your favorite player, “I was very thankful for the fans the market last Tuesday, NBA 2K13, to the sweat of his arch nemesis, this giving fans and students a reason to miss game can serve as a great getaway from class for a day or two. All jokes aside, an afternoon of studying or be the perfect here in Kansas City and it was a the game is justifiably anticipated, with replacement friend for a rainy or dead production from rap icon, Jay-Z, and night in the dormitory. While playing sports’ viable efforts to model the sport the game, the user is sure to recognize the great moment in my life.” many couldn’t live without. adjustments 2K sports developers made NBA 2K13 rules as such because of to elevate the experience. the fluid graphics, stunning presentation, With songs like “”, solid broadcast team and a plethora of “Mercy” and “Ima Boss Crown is accomplished when a player with Angel’s rookie phenom Mike Trout game modes it presents for the audience. (instrumental version),” Jay-Z gives the leads his league in batting average, home for the A.L. MVP award. Trout finished The idea behind any successful sports game a true club vibe that encourages runs, and RBIs. the year with a .326 average, 30 homeruns game is to mirror, as best you can, the you to keep on playing. There’s also It is one of the most difficult things and 83 RBI. He also led all rookies with real-life sport being showcased. In doing the additional, highly debated flopping to do offensively in a 162 game seasons. 49 steals. If Trout were to win the award, this, developers convince the fan that button that sends loyal users and fans into That’s why we rarely see it done. Cabrera Cabrera would be named with baseball their experience reflects what is seen in an uproar in an instance. joined the likes of Hall of Famers Jimmie Hall of Famers Lou Gehrig, Ted Williams the league’s action today. “I understand you want to depict the Foxx, Frank Robinson, Ty Cobb and and Joe DiMaggio as Triple Crown “I value a game more when you can actual game as much as possible,” said Mickey Mantle to win the title in the winners who did not win the award in the recognize that the creators honestly Keenen Orie, a Morgan State student American league. He is the first player same season. That’s still some pretty good designed critically a game that can serve in and past supporter of video games. “But to win it since Red Sox Hall of Famer company. place of the happenings in a professional adding the art or act of unnecessary Carl Yastrzemski did in 1967. In fact, Justin Verlander, the Tigers’ ace pitcher, game situation,” said Malcolm Higgins, flopping gives me a reason to stop playing Cabrera’s numbers were even better than had nothing but the best to say about his an avid game player. “You don’t want to as much as I would without it.” Yastrzemski’s; he batted .326, with 121 teammate after the game: “We are all waste your time and money with a game NBA2K13 serves as a great appetizer RBIs and 44 homeruns. kind of in shock. It was an honor to be that is extreme fantasy.” to one of the most anticipated basketball Crowds gave Cabrera a standing able to watch this season. I think some of Last year game’s debut was seasons ever. Fans of the game should ovation in Kansas City and teammates us had to tell him how big of a deal it was. overshadowed by the National Basketball prepare for a “super team” driven season embraced him as he walked into the He’s the best player on the planet.” Association lockout that lasted with stars aligned together, much like the visiting dugout in the 4th inning of the Whether Cabrera wins the MVP or throughout the summer and ended in cover, for an epic finish. season’s last game. “It’s unbelievable, I not, his name will remain in the history early December, on Christmas Day. This can’t describe how I am feeling right books forever for having one of the best year the basketball season will certainly now,” said Cabrera to reporters in the offensive seasons of all time. November 9, 2012 THE SPOKESMAN 15 NBA early season top five

By NICK BEDFORD 1. Miami Heat- LeBron James and Dwayne and Kevin Martin to OKC. Hopes of a championship may be out of reach now losing Spokesman Staff Writer Wade look to repeat as champions this such a key player to the young core of the Thunder. year coming off a remarkable run last June defeating the highly talented OKC Thunder in the NBA Finals. James is coming off 4. Spurs- The Spurs had the best record in the NBA last season and one of the greatest summers in NBA history having won his first NBA title, earned his seems to get better with age. With point guard Tony Parker and Manu Ginobli still third NBA MVP award and an Olympic gold metal. The Heat have made essential playing at a high level, the Spurs should make some noise in June as they look to off-season moves acquiring shooting guard Ray Allen from the Boston Celtics and compete for another NBA championship. Rashard Lewis from the Washington Wizards. With the Heat adding Allen and Lewis, their bench got a much-needed boost. They will make another strong run at an 5. Boston Celtics- The “Old” Celtics got a lot younger this offseason. The Celtics, NBA championship as King James looks to steam roll his way back into the finals for who lost to the Miami Heat in seven games in the Eastern Conference Finals last a third straight season. season got younger and more athletic. The Celtics drafted Ohio State power forward Jared Sullinger and picked up veteran guard Jason Terry through free agency. Boston 2. Lakers- The Lakers made a splash this offseason acquiring the best big also added the very versatile guard Courtney Lee who adds depth to the Celtics bench. man in the game Dwight Howard from the Orlando Magic. They also added two time This may be Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierces last stab at a title run before they are NBA MVP Steve Nash and former NBA sixth man of the year Antwan Jamison. This enshrined into the Basketball Hall of Fame. offseason could not have been any better for Kobe Bryant entering his 17th season in the league. This year is championship or bust for the new look LA Lakers. Sleeper Pick: The Clippers are no surprise anymore this season returning arguably the best point 3. Thunder- The Thunder, who held the second best record in all of guard in the game Chris Paul and the “Blake Show” Blake Griffin. The Clippers have the NBA last season, came up short to the dominating Miami Heat in the Finals last re-acquired former L.A. Laker Lamar Odom to put more weapons around CP3. The season. The defending Western Conference Champions have a chip on their shoulder Clippers also picked up veteran guard Grant Hill who should help out tremendously after losing (4-1) to the Heat last year. They return last years NBA scoring champion on the defensive side of the ball as well as add depth to their bench. I’m predicting Kevin Durant and the electrifying Russell Westbrook but were unable to re-sign last “Lob City” to meet the new look Lakers in the Western Conference finals. The young year sixth man of the year James Harden. The Thunder traded Harden to the Clippers are no longer the laughing stock of the NBA. They have proven that they are Rockets in a six-player deal which sent Harden to Houston and guards Jeremy Lamb serious contenders in the Western Conference. EDITORIAL The new look NBA By SAM OFORI Spokesman Staff Writer The Knicks and the Nets are two interesting cases Denver could be a top three team in the West. Since as well. The Knicks have revamped their roster with the the Nuggets are one of the deepest teams in the league, acquisitions of veteran players Marcus Camby, Jason the addition of Andre Igluodala not only bolsters their After King James and the Heat’s royal season, NBA Kidd, Ronny Brewer, Raymond Felton, Kurt Thomas perimeter defense, but it adds athleticism and veteran franchises have been in a frenzy to maintain balance and Rasheed Wallace. All of these men provide capable leadership to their squad. in the league. With the addition of sharp shooters leadership for the Knicks. But at the end of the day the Both the Spurs and Celtics are the same age as the Ray Allen and Rashard Lewis (although some may Knicks will only go as far as Carmelo can take them. NBA, and still both will contend in the playoffs. The disagree with Lewis) the Heat are still getting a lot of This is the year that he must earn his superstar title. Celtics added Leandro Barbosa, Courtney Lee and Jason praise this season. The Nets are a little different. They added Joe Terry, providing legitimate depth in the team’s backcourt. However, the Lakers looked to spoil that repeat by Johnson, who’s been an underachieving star in the The Clippers and Grizzlies will both compete in bringing a superhero to Hollywood. Dwight Howard, opinion of most. By pairing him with all-stars Deron the West, and the Grizzlies have brought back the same also known as Superman, joined the Lakers this season, Williams and Gerald Wallace, many expect the Nets to team as last year. With their core being together for some pushing the team’s defense into high gear. It seems like make some noise in the East. years now, it’s put up or shut up time for them. On the the Lakers are looking to dethrone the champs with Teams like the 76ers, Nuggets and the Pacers are all other hand, the Clippers have revitalized their roster, veterans Steve Nash and Antawn Jamison, who have also scary teams in the NBA. The 76ers have added Andrew adding Grant Hill, Jamal Crawford, Lamar Odom, been added to the roster. Bynum, which gives them a top two center to patrol the Willie Green and Ronny Turiaf. They will be looking to With all the hype surrounding the Lakers, the paint. They have also quietly added depth to the wing make a strong finals push this year. Thunder have been flying under the radar. As James with the addition of Nick Young and Jason Richardson. Teams like Minnesota, Golden State, Houston, Harden has taken his talents to Houston in exchange for Pacers are bringing back the same team as last year, Cleveland and Atlanta are all making playoff pushes Kevin Martin and Jeremy Lamb, many think the Thunder and with one year of chemistry they’ll look to make an this year. My finals prediction is Lakers beat Miami in 7 have taken a step back. I’m sure Kevin Durant and Mr. Eastern Conference Finals run. games. Since I’m a Laker fan, some may call that wishful Westbrook will have something to say about that. Depending on the progression of JaVale McGee, thinking. Let’s see what this season brings! 16 THE SPOKESMAN November 9, 2012 HOMECOMING

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF MSU STUDENT MEDIA Homecoming thriller: Bears lose in final seconds By SHANELL STARLING Spokesman Staff Writer game, predicted the atmosphere on Saturday afternoon close game, I thought we were going to be able to pull would be live and full of energy. “It’s going to be live, it out, the defense played really strong so, I thought if we’re ready to get this W and continue on this winning they could’ve held the last series we should’ve been able The crowd went crazy, the band played louder than streak.” said Flowers prior to the loss on homecoming to win the game, at least by a field goal,” said Captain ever before, but yet another game came down to the last day. Ramseur. seconds. Morgan State played on defense and tryed to Coming into the homecoming game both teams had During NCCU’s last offensive possession that lead to a stop the North Carolina Central Eagles. In 4th down, a MEAC record of 2-0 and an overall record of 3-2, so their victory, it took them 7 plays, 47 yards and only 2:01 the eagles decided to go for the win. from kickoff there was no doubt that this game wasn’t minutes in to score a touchdown. Eagles quarterback With 25.6 seconds left, what appeared to be a going to come down to the final possession and seconds. Jordan Reid had a sensational game completing 28 of 38 homecoming triumph turned into a homecoming defeat In the 2nd half is where the struggling and adversity passes and throwing for 261 yards. in a blink of an eye. NCCU scored a touchdown and were displayed for the Bears. They came out only scoring Bears running back Travis Davidson also had a solid took the 24-20 lead. a field goal in the 2nd half, compared to scoring two game, rushing for 105 yards and scoring two touchdowns The energy and attitude that the players had coming touchdowns in the 1st half. with just one fumble. Davidson is now averaging 103 into the game was unexplainable. This is biggest games With minutes left to play in the 4th quarter, everyone yards per game. of the year, and one of the biggest stages they will had faith in our bears, even alumni players who came to Although some people may be disappointed with the perform on during the regular season. the game to support the team. Captain Micah Ramseur, way the result of the game ended, this isn’t the end of our Chris Flowers, who was named National Kickoff who was a member of the Morgan State football team season. We have much more challenging teams to take Returner of the Week by the College Football in 2000 and the graduating class of 2002 had no doubt on if we want to grab that MEAC championship title. Performance Awards the week before homecoming that his bears were going to pull this win off. “It’s was a November 9, 2012 THE SPOKESMAN 17

football team. During this festival there were special Morgan tributes and memory greetings for the black legends that came from Morgan State, including Eddie P. Hurtt, C. spirit drives Banks, Benjamin Eaton, Earl Davis and a great deal of other tremendous athletes. Homecoming There were also legendary football films and game highlights shown during this By INAYAH KHALIFAH film festival, like the 1968 Morgan vs. Spokesman Staff Writer Grambling Game, “Papa Bear- Earl C. Banks Story” and “The Ten Bears” film highlights. It was a great site to see the “It was a good game,” said Dennis alumni come out and enjoy this event, Edghill, 69, who graduated from especially when the highlights were being Morgan 45 years ago and drove shown. Some of the alumni football all the way from Brooklyn for members were playing in those specific Saturday’s Homecoming game. games. “Morgan played until they were Although it is important that the exhausted.” Despite Morgan’s loss, alumnus were in attendance, they are Edghill left with a look of pride already aware of the history of different on his face. sports at Morgan State. The people who The game was close. It was tied weren’t in attendance that should have at 20 with 25 seconds left, when been were current students and student North Carolina Central’s tight athletes. They should want to learn more end, hauled to the end zone. He about the athletes that came before them refused to go down, evading tackle and the different accomplishments, so after tackle until making it to the that they can strive for greatness. end zone at Hughes Stadium. The Ron Bethea, who is the founder of the final score was 24 – 20. Black Sports Legend Foundation, was “They were tired and it showed,” disappointed in the turnout of students said Morgan State junior Ayanna who came to support the film festival Sharif, who showed her support during homecoming week. What’s the showing by wearing the orange PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF MSU STUDENT MEDIA reason for low student participation? and blue colors. “They got too Ronald K. Bethea, CEO and Founder of The Black Sports Legends Foundation, Shows off “History has no value,” said Mr. Bethea. excited with the three point lead, commemorative plaque of legendary coach Earl Banks, which he donated to Morgan State University from the 1993-1994 SBN Black College All-American Commemorative Plaque Black Sports Legend Foundation is very and got relaxed and loss the game.” Collection. passionate about bringing the history of Still, even post-game, the HBCU sports to the public, and with his atmosphere was one of excitement. persistence and determination it will get The homecoming crowd was Acknowledging our history, done. “All of our schools have a story to be distracted from the loss by the many told, and the Morgan story will be told.” vendors and the visiting alumni. said Mr. Bethea. “Morgan is my school,” said alumni to build a better future Ron Bethea and his foundation have a Khady N-Diaye who was enjoying great deal of things planned for the future. his day back on campus. “I show By SHANELL STARLING around the world, but most importantly They look to collect $150,000 worth of support no matter what. I am proud Spokesman Staff Writer it occurs right here, on our very own donations from numerous corporations in that I graduated from here, and I campus. This year, homecoming was order to make their visions realities. For always come for homecoming.” Ziggy Marley recorded a song in 1989 full of different and exciting events. future film festivals they intend on making The crowd remained for hours called “Tomorrow People,” and in this One event that was taken place during it a 3-day festival which would be free and after the game ended. In fact, many song he said, “If you don’t know your past, homecoming was the Black Sports include meet and greets, bringing huge people came after the game ended you don’t know your future.” People do Legend Foundation Film Festival. This sports legends back, hosting a banquet in order to share in the festivities not understand how relevant this quote event was held in the Student Center and a plethora of other wonderful ideas. of Homecoming and stayed until is in today’s society, especially for African Theater on Saturday, October 13th, With the help of some sponsors, and sunset. For Morgan students, family Americans. Everyone is so consumed at 10:30 am, a few hours before the the support of the HBCU families, there and alumni, Homecoming is about with technology and social acceptance homecoming football game. The purpose is no doubt that they will get it done. If a lot more than the game. that they don’t take time to make the of this event was to remember, honor students and athletes would support and important things important. and celebrate the history and legacy of help the foundation progress, it will help Not only is this a problem everywhere the CIAA and MEAC championship us, as students create our tomorrow. 18 THE SPOKESMAN November 9, 2012 The streets overflow with Morgan daze By ODESSA MOHABEER & JADA VANDERPOOL Spokesman Staff Writers Morgan State sophomore Evelia Miller. orange and blue at the “We finally got to show the audience Following Morgan State University the hours of practice [we did]. Everyone tradition, the MSU Homecoming kicked came together for one cause and was very Homecoming parade off with the coronation of the Mr. and supportive.” Misses Morgan State University. For the The show continued with the introduction 2012-2013 academic year, Kaddeem Myrie of the royal court: Mr. Freshman Dimitri By ODESSA MOHABEER and smiled just as enthusiastically and Tieshema Morgan have been crowned Callwood-Jackson and Miss Freshman Spokesman Staff Writer as the Mr. and Misses of feature the Mr. and Misses of the university. “This is Jillian Curry; Mr. Sophomore Marcus organizations. “The parade was very a moment I’ve been waiting for…after three Patterson and Miss Sophomore Jasmine The crowd grew larger and larger as well executed and it was my first years, a lot of work and support, it finally Garret; Mr. Junior Monzona Whaley and students, faculty and family gathered experience,” said junior Jordan Jackson, came true,” said senior and Mr.Morgan Miss Junior Isatu Samura; and Mr. Senior to proudly march down The Alameda Miss’s of the organization Females Myrie. Joseph Harrison and Miss Senior Trinette for Morgan State University’s annual United To Uplift, Reshape and Educate Both Myrie and Morgan have played Gross. The Mr. and Misses of all clubs and Homecoming parade. The Morgan (F.U.T.U.R.E). “Although it was early, an important role in the royal court since organizations followed them. pride was apparent. Even children it made me excited and happy that I their entry into the institution. They began Morgan spirit was at a high as students were dressed for the occasion in face went to Morgan.” as Mr. and Miss Freshman, and since then, cheered on the football team, the band paint and orange and blue. All student The parade ended back at the MSU they’ve moved up the royal court ladder, and the cheerleaders before their big game organizations along with a few local library on Cold Spring Ln. As each leading them straight to the titles they hold weekend. Myrie walked onto the stage after high school marching bands lined up organization rode by, the royal court, today. a dance and band performance to Kanye with excitement to begin the parade. the Student Government Association Creating a coronation requires ideas and West. Morgan then entered the stage after The universities Reserve Officers (SGA), along with the President David themes from the Mr. and Misses. This year, an act from the praise worship dancers. Training Corps (ROTC) Bear Battalion Wilson and other faculty applauded the coronation was titled “Morgan Daze,” Royal court assistant, Chante Webb, started the parade, marching ahead them. The marching bands from the inspired by Spike Lee’s 1988 movie School helped Miss Morgan run errands and of all other participants. “I’ve been local high schools and middle schools Daze. This year’s theme was successfully planned the coronation ball alongside Brian attending the Morgan State University performed for the crowd. There were brought to life with the help and dedication Stewart. Overall she was happy with the Homecoming parade with the ROTC various vendors lined up selling food, of Natasha Lewis, Akeem Croft, Shakema final product. “I definitely think that this Bear Battalion going on three years now drinks, t-shirts, and jewelry. Cyrus and Gabrielle Cruz. “It was a year’s coronation reflected the personalities and it is always an exciting experience,” At the end of the parade, the crowd wonderful experience for me,” said Cyrus. “I of Mr. and Miss Morgan,” said Webb. says junior Andresa Turner. was able to mingle with the students was able to work with my peers and staff that Students in the audience enjoyed The highlight of the parade, as it is and faculty who participated in the I never worked with before.” Cyrus was the the performance as well. “It was a very every other year, is the royal court float. parade and continue different activities assistant director of the coronation. Along entertaining and well put together show,” The float was decked out in orange and prepare to attend the Homecoming with Lewis, she planned the remainder of said Morgan State junior Darrel Walker. “It and blue bleeding Morgan pride. Mr. football game. “I liked how everyone the event, including the entrances of the was a rewarding experience to see my line and Misses Morgan State University within the organizations came together Mr. and Misses, the organizing the dance brother be crowned as Mr. Morgan.” alongside the relative members of the with creativity, and the float with the rehearsal and arranging the participation of For Miss Morgan it was a night to royal court waved to the crowd gently royal court was really nice,” explained all student organizations involved. remember. “My vision was to have a fairytale with their bright smiles. The neighbors Freshman Lamoni Taylor. It was her The Morganettes opened the coronation coronation and it was definitely made into a from the surrounding area came out first time experiencing the Morgan dressed in MSU football jerseys. They reality,” she said. “It was great to see all of my to support Morgan and were very Homecoming parade. “The parade was reenacted the movie’s popular scene “Good family and friends as well. Coronation night receptive to the passing parade. As very good! I enjoyed it!” or Bad Hair.” was absolutely amazing!”and friends as well. every organization passed, they waved “Performing was the best part,” says Coronation night was absolutely amazing!” JOIN THE SPOKESMAN NEWSPAPER WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR PEOPLE INTERESTED IN WRITING, ADVERTISING, PHOTOGRAPHY, AND GRAPHIC DESIGN. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT THE SPOKESMAN OFFICE, ROOM 234 IN THE COMMUNICATIONS BUILDING OR CALL (443) 885-3464. November 9, 2012 THE SPOKESMAN 19

Student Loans: Obama proposes to lower student debt. Continued from page 1 Under his plan in 2010, college graduates will pay back The OBAMA Stance 10% of non-discretionary income on loans and are granted he can implement his plan.” The forgiveness after 20 years. president had a tough time getting his agenda implemented due to Health Care: In 2010, Congress passed the Affordable Republican control of the House. By JADA VANDERPOOL Care Act (Obamacare),which reforms national health According to CNN reports, after Spokesman Staff Writer care legislations in attempt to help more americans get the polls closed in key states the insurance. It will take until 2014 for these reforms to President had a 30 percent lead be fully implemented. In Fall 2013 there will be a more among young voters. Prior to In this election, there are various issues that affect competitive insurance marketplace where small business elections, even some college campuses Morgan students.Take a closer look at where the newly and individuals can buy affordable and qualified health in Maryland showed support for elected President Obama stands on issues. benefit plans. In 2014, tax credits will become available the 2012 elections by hosting for people with income between 100% and 400% of the election events. On September 25, Jobs: Since in office, Obama has worked on the growth in poverty line who are not eligible for other affordable health Coppin State University held a jobs for the middle class. For 31 consecutive months there coverage. If elected another term Obama will continue voter registration trying to generate has been job growth and 5.2 million new private sector jobs. with his plan of affordable insurance for all. interest and enthusiasm among Moving forward, Obama plans to continue increasing jobs. young people, and registered This includes decreasing overseas outsources and bringing Immigration: President Obama has sought to improve the hundreds of new voters. SGA Vice- jobs back to the U.S., increasing manufacturing and exports immigration system in several ways. He has cracked down President Rodrick Johnson says and rebuilding America. He plans to eliminate tax breaks on undocumented immigrants and moved forward with the “Rock the Vote” campaign was for companies that ship job overseas so that it is easier for deportation. He also has doubled the number of border just the kickoff of events that led like companies to hire Americans. He also wants to offer patrol agents and extended the fencing on the border of to several organizations on campus tax incentives for businesses to bring jobs back to America. mexico to more than 600 miles. Yet in June 2012, the organizing voter registration drives Similar to Romney, Obama wants to open new markets for Obama Administration stated that the Department of up until the days approaching the American goods and services. Homeland Security would no longer seek the deportation election. Johnson said that during of most illegal young immigrants. Under new policy, in the Rock the Vote campaign student Abortion: President Obama is pro-choice. He believes August 2015 undocumented immigrants who are under leaders at CSU used sample ballots that a woman should be able to make her decision about age thirty and have been in the U.S. before age sixteen will to guide new voters through the abortion regardless of the reason, the ability to pay and the not be deported. They will be eligible for two-year work voting process as well as hosting info stage of pregnancy. permits which can be renewed. The president also stands sessions on how to better understand for the passing of the DREAM Act ( Development, Relief the ballots. Congressman Elijah Same Sex Marriage: In May 2012, Obama changed and Education for Alien Minors). This bipartisan legislative Cummings delivered a speech during his views on gay rights and same sex marriage and now act would grant citizenship to children of undocumented the event that also served as a pep supports it. immigrants who are in college or went into the military and talk to get young voters to the polls. are of good moral character. Obama also supports E-Verify Chisa Copland, biology major at Marijuana Legalization: Despite speaking on his systems, which lets employers determine the citizenship Towson University didn’t seem to lose experience with marijuana as a young man in his status of possible employees, and higher penalties on her enthusiasm in this year’s election. autobiography, Obama made it clear that he did not believe employers who consciously hire undocumented employees. In fact, she believes this is the most legalizing marijuana would do anything for our economy. important election of her lifetime. “Everyone’s vote matters at this point. Romney wants to change everything that is beneficial to minorities… I am voting for Obama because I feel like The Mailbox he can get this country back on its Dear Morgan, feet.”

Why is it that students constantly have to sit and deal with the disgusting food being served to us in Rawlings Dining Hall? I mean is there really no actual way of improving the food choices provided to us besides giving us a canteen, Subway, and the new installation of Auntie Anne’s? Speaking of which, it is already giving itself a bad name by making and serving undone pretzels. The prices are too darn high for them to serve some pretzels that aren’t even all the way done. Overall, I just want to know why there is no Chick-Fil-A or Chipotle. I think many students can agree that there could be better food selections and a huge opportunity for the university to make some more money. Food for thought.

Signed, Confused Calvin 20 THE SPOKESMAN November 9, 2012