Hoopee Bird Special: Race Politics - See page 4 The Wednesday, February 24, 2016 HOOPEEHOOPEE BIRDBIRD THE VOICE OF THE STUDENTS OF EAST GEORGIA STATE COLLEGE WWW.EGA.EDU Volume 41, Number 2 131 College Circle, Swainsboro, Georgia 30401 Price: FREE Dixon crowned Miss EGSC 2016 by KATELYN MOORE, EGSC Communications Coordinator On February 6, 2016, East Georgia State Col- lege crowned their 2016 Miss EGSC Scholarship Pageant Winner, Jessica Dixon. The 18-year-old is the daughter of Michael and Pam Dixon of Gi- rard. Her platform is the Impact of the 4-H Pro- gram and she is a sopho- more Biology major. Dixon also won the Life- DAVIS KANGETER style and Fitness Award EGSC, Allison Durden. runner-up, Hailey Ri- and the Talent Award Other winners in the als. MaNazja Davis was for her performance of 2016 Miss EGSC Schol- named Miss Congenial- a martial arts form in- arship Pageant were first ity, and Alex Kangeter volving fans. She was runner-up, Darienne was the People’s Choice All photos by Elizabeth Gilmer crowned by 2015’s Miss Coleman, and second Award winner. COLEMAN, MISS EGSC 2016 DIXON AND RIALS Reps and reqs: The P.E. requirement by HOOPEE BIRD STAFF at the front of the gym. Their energy is At 9 a.m. on a cold, rainy Wednesday, contagious, and it is hard to imagine a students huddle at the front of the gym- curriculum that does not include Be- nasium, answering “Here” as Assis- ginner Aerobics. tant Professor Johnna Eaton calls their However, the debate rages: should names. They gradually warm up, run- physical education courses be required ning in place and doing jumping jacks for college students? Before you de- and lunges. Fifteen minutes later, their cide, take a look inside at two oppos- arms reach toward the beams overhead ing positions from student writers as in side plank, and a few students even well as a guest column from Dr. H. Lee sing along to “Moves Like Jagger” as it Cheek, Dean of the School of Social Sci- pulses from the suitcase-sized speaker ences on page 2.

Photo by Katelyn Moore McCOLLAR, JOHNSON AND EGSC PRESIDENT BOEHMER AAMI hosts first MLK program by HARRY DUKES, sophomore, then spoke Barack Obama and oth- EGSC Swainsboro about spending two er prominent figures in Days before the birth- years in the AAMI pro- history as well as biblical day of Martin Luther gram before introducing figures such as John and King, Jr., students walked keynote speaker Rev Dr. Paul. into the auditorium on Francys Johnson. John- “It felt like being in the the cold night of January son, the state president presence of greatness,” Photo by Jessica Palumbo 14. Under its current di- of the NAACP, has been said Jabarri Williams af- AUTUMN COXWELL PRACTICES SIDE PLANK POSITION IN PHED 1101 rector, Jonathan McCol- an ordained minister for ter meeting Dr. Johnson. lar, the African American 18 years and is Senior “He said some mean- Male Initiative (AAMI) Minister at the Mount ingful things about how The Smithsonian visits Swainsboro! program at East Geor- Mariah Missionary Bap- blacks back then didn’t The Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America exhibit, part of the Smithso- gia State College held its tist Church in Pembroke have the opportunity to nian’s Museum on Main Street traveling exhibition program and presented first program celebrating and the Magnolia Mis- go to college but now we by Georgia Humanities, opens Saturday, March 19, at the East Georgia State the influence of Dr. King. sionary Baptist Church do.” College Luck Flanders Gambrell Center Rotunda in Swainsboro. Swains- The program began in Statesboro and is also boro is the first stop on the exhibit’s travels around Georgia, and the Grand with an introduction by a member of Diamond Members of AAMI Opening and Ribbon Cutting will be held Saturday, March 19. There will be Deborah Kittrell Mike- Life. presented Dr. Johnson many dignitaries in attendance, and a tailgate party will be held to celebrate! ll, Director of Academic “We should continue with the “Carrier of the Visit www.ega.edu/hometownteamsec for more information on upcoming events. Advising and former di- doing our part to pay Dream” award in ap- rector of AAMI. Agape our respect to those who preciation for his partic- Worship Center provid- came before us,” said ipation, and McCollar ed gospel music, and one Dr. Johnson, speaking of ended the program by of EGSC’s own, Germain Dr. King and the value thanking everyone who Williams, sang with the of an education. He also attended. “If Dr. King choir. discussed the lineage of was here, he would be Jabarri Williams, a leaders such as President proud,” he said. INSIDE THIS EDITION...

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2 – HOOPEE BIRD | www.ega.edu Wednesday, February 24, 2016 EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS IN CONTROVERSY Preparing mind and body: A defense of the Liberal Arts by DEAN H. LEE of your choice. Instead, modern sense—and the for an education of mal- central part of a liberal our potential as scholars. CHEEK, JR., School of So- a devotion to the liberal ensuing decline of per- content and obscurity, education. For Plato, the At a time when the of- cial Sciences arts is an attachment to sonal freedom. the ends of a liberal ed- mind and the body were fering of physical edu- The liberal arts help or- discovering the truth. When the influence of ucation must also be eth- integrated, and this is a cation courses is coming der the soul. In a demo- A liberal art curriculum the older approach to ical. At the minimum, concept that we still af- under increased scrutiny, cratic society, the perpet- trains students to think liberal learning, which a liberal education de- firm today; in fact, with- uation of the social and critically and imagina- appreciated the need for pends upon the attempt out a healthy mind and a let us remember Plato’s political order depends tively. personal liberty to be to transmit the salient healthy body, one could warning: the body and on an educated popu- Unfortunately, the old- connected with the social aspects of the older tra- not be considered to be the mind must be chal- lace. If a society is to pre- er foundational elements order, began to dissipate, dition to the rising gen- fully educated: “In order lenged together, as we vail, it must preserve and of what is commonly a new approach took eration. The imparting for man to succeed in develop as scholars in transmit the intellectual referred to as Western shape. In the eighteenth of the proper tools, the life, God provided him and cultural patrimony civilization have lost century, “enlightened” instruments of learn- with two means, educa- search of the truth and that gives it coherence much influence. Ed- thinkers propagated a ing, can guide a student tion and physical activ- the good life. We need and wholeness. mund Burke’s “bank new view of history and throughout his or her ity. Not separately, one physical education class- The liberal arts are of- and capital of the ages,” humankind that disput- life; such an education for the soul and the other es for many reasons, and ten misunderstood, how- the norms and traditions ed the claims of classical nurtures the intellect and for the body, but for the not the least of these is to ever. The “liberal” arts kept alive by families, and religious insights the moral imagination of two together. With these provide for as complete have nothing to do with churches, universities, into education. The En- the student. means, humankind can an education as possible. a specific political idea or among other groups, is lightenment solution One of the most im- attain perfection.” Ac- movement; in fact, you in some disrepute. At the was to separate the indi- portant and influential cordingly, it is no acci- Let us keep our physi- could support the liber- heart of the problem lies vidual from the species, thinkers of all time, Pla- dent that part of a liberal cal education course re- al arts and be a follower an inability on the part and this view has greatly to, the great philosopher education includes phys- quirement as a way to of Bernie Sanders or Ted of the West to realize the influenced education in of ancient Athens, sug- ical education. To have help us fulfill our calling Cruz, or any other polit- limits of its elevation of America. gested the importance one without the other is to the liberal arts. ical candidate or cause reason—in a thoroughly Contrary to the praise of physical fitness as a to allow us to fall short of P.E. courses are essential Remove the P.E. requirement by JACQUELINE YEPE, EGSC Swains- obstacle to speedy graduation. How- by ASHLEY FRANCIS, EGSC Swains- run to calm myself down. Forcing stu- boro ever, P.E. classes are only one credit boro dents to take mandatory physical ed- Colleges often require students to hour each and do not take much time Many students in college just want to ucation classes steals time from com- take institutional courses such as Phys- to complete. They can actually be a get their degrees and the classes they pleting more relevant classes related ical Education. These particular re- much-needed form of stress relief need for their career in order to find to a selected field of study, slowing the quired courses should always be man- amidst more demanding classes and a job. However, since students are re- graduation process and decreasing the datory for college students. Yes, some offer a facet of a well-rounded edu- students may argue they are useless, quired to take institutional courses in- number of graduates. cation. Just as the required Student but in doing so, they ignore the many cluding Physical Education, they often If you’re in college, you know tuition Success course aims to help students benefits the courses offer. spend the months before graduation can be expensive, and textbooks are as succeed, Physical Education courses One of the most obvious benefits of in classes that do not prepare them for well. Why incur these additional costs provide a similar framework for suc- required physical education courses is work in their chosen fields and that, for classes that don’t seem necessary? cess beyond the student’s time in the an improvement in general health. For frankly, should not be required. Instead, you could use that money for instance, students like me who take course and even beyond her time at East Georgia. To argue that students need the exer- gas to get back and forth to school to these classes, such as Fitness Walking, cise assumes that they have no outside attend classes related to your career. have to be active for the entire class As you debate our required institu- activity as part of work duties, hob- Institutional classes create obstacles period and are expected to do so out- tional courses, remember that some side of class time for a grade. Some stu- other colleges ask for even more. For bies, or exercise routines. As adults, for potential graduates; remove the dents might not exercise at all outside instance, according to The Washington students are capable of maintaining a requirement and leave more time for of class, so these classes help them get Post, Oral Roberts University in Okla- healthy life style on their own. Many more important classes (and time for started and motivate them to continue homa requires all students to “meet use exercise as a way to relieve stress; I exercise, too). to exercise. Being active is very import- strict fitness goals.” A newly imple- ant for young people, and we should mented portion of this initiative re- be practicing these skills. What better quires students to wear Fitbit fitness What do you think about physical education way to encourage healthy living than trackers at all times to measure a re- requirements for your degree? by awarding a grade for it? quired average of 10,000 steps per day Others might argue that, despite the and 150 minutes of intense activity Send your opinion to the Hoopee Bird staff at increase in calories burned and heart each week. In comparison, a one-hour [email protected] health, these requirements serve as an course doesn’t seem so bad, does it? Fashion faux pas: Will the wedgie-fit jean enlarge your assets? The latest Levi’s wedgie-fit jeans are inspired by The Hoopee Bird vintage Levi’s. This cheeky fashion trend is touted East Georgia State College as the newest way to enhance a woman’s best asset. The way these jeans are designed to hug your waist EDITORIAL STAFF WRITERS: and hips makes, in one representative’s words, “your Damian Dooley butt look bigger.” While this may be a great market- Harry Dukes ing ploy, I believe it to be just that—a ploy! There is Ashley Francis no way a pair of jeans can add pounds to your body. Keshauna Jones Jacquiline Yepe I would advise everyone before you run out and Myles Latimer buy these jeans, which have price tags from $120 to Seth Battle $160, to do careful math. I would, also, advise you Larry Mack to consider just whose asset the Levi’s corporation be financially exploited in the name of being “sexy.” Imani Tolbert is actually trying to enlarge with their latest trend. Is Before you buy, just know the Levi corporation is in- Aaron Carter it yours (as the advertisements would have you be- terested in their bottom line, so they are most likely Angela Dansby lieve), or is it theirs? 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Wednesday, February 24, 2016 www.ega.edu | HOOPEE BIRD – 3 LEVITY, LANGUAGE AND LIFE goodreads Hoopee Bird Trivia for Bobcat GoodReads for March Bucks by EGSC Library Staff Check out one of these books from the EGSC Li- brary that we have recently reviewed on Goodreads. To see more recommendations, visit our page at https://www.goodreads.com/EGSCLibrary. Looking for a book that we don’t have? Let us know, and we can order it for you from another library for free. The Queen of the Tearling by Erika Johansen Want to win $20 in Bob- ★★★★★ cat Bucks? Prove that you This fantasy/sci-fi/dystopian novel tells the story know your East Georgia of a 19-year-old girl who becomes the queen of a bro- ken kingdom. And the first thing she does is start a State College news by be- war with a powerful neighboring country. This novel ing the first student to an- and the second book of the trilogy, Invasion of the Tear- swer this edition’s trivia ling, are available at the EGSC Library. question: For fans of Game of Thrones meets The Hunger Games In last month’s publica- by Suzanne Collins. tion, Volume 41, Number Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter ★★★★★ 1, in what city is the Bata- Written by Atlanta-based author, Karin Slaughter, clan Theatre located? this thriller follows two estranged sisters who are re- united when one sister’s husband dies and they dis- To enter, open your Cat- cover that he may have been involved with the mur- mail account and email der of their other sister from 20 years before. Try this [email protected] with book if you enjoy twisty- turny, psychological thrill- “Trivia-February” as the ers with surprise endings. subject. Include your full For fans of Gillian Flynn and Lee Child. name, student ID, cam- An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir ★★★★★ pus, phone number, and This novel tells an amazing story about family, free- your answer to the trivia dom, and strength - how far one is willing to go for the one they love and what they are willing to give question. up for freedom. It is definitely a book you cannot put Only one submission down and leaves you wanting to read more. per student is allowed per For fans of Unwind by Neal Shusterman, Divergent edition, and only one win by Veronica Roth and The Shannara Chronicles. per student per semester. Have a book to recommend? Email us at library@ The winner will be noti- ega.edu, or stop by and tell us! fied by email and asked to submit a photograph to appear in the next edi- See you there! tion. If no correct submis- EVENTS AT EGSC sion is received by 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 9, the Feb 24….Baseball Game vs. Florida State Jacksonville, 2 p.m. first two correct answers Feb 25….GSU Symphony Wind Ensemble, the following month will LFG Auditorium, 7 p.m. be accepted. Feb 27….Sherman’s March Tour, Fulford Center, 9 a.m. ….Softball Game vs. South Georgia State, History Double Header, 1 p.m. Mar 2…..Session I classes end in March …..Baseball Game vs. USC Salkahatchie, March 1, 1941 - The Double Header, 1 p.m. first FM radio station begins broadcasting in Mar 3….Dr. Seuss Reading Across America Day Nashville, Tenn. visit from Emanuel County Pre-K, , JAM, 9 a.m. March 3, 1980 - Cold …..Session I Final Exams weather! Augusta sees Mar 4….Session II classes begin temperatures of 12 ….First Friday at The Morgan House, degrees, while Swains- 5:30 p.m. boro is at 15 degrees! Mar 5….National SAT Exam, C236, 7 a.m. ….Candace Canady Memorial Scholarship March 6, 1967 - WACS March is 5K and Fun Run, 7:30 a.m. TV begins broadcast- Women’s Mar 9….Homecoming Dance/Casino Night, ing in Dawson, Ga. History Month! Fulford Center, 7 p.m. Mar 14 – 18…Spring Break—no classes, March 9, 1996, Swains- Swainsboro and Statesboro Campuses boro sees temperatures Come check out Mar 19 – Apr 30…Smithsonian Exhibit of 18 degrees. our display of Hometown Teams, LFG Rotunda books, online Mar 21…Summer and Fall 2016 Open March 10, 1974 - Swainsboro’s tempera- Registration Begins, 8 a.m. movies, eBooks, ture is 90 degrees. and other re- Mar 22…Softball Game vs. Darton, Double sources about the Header, 2 p.m. March 12, 1993 - The Mar 24…Baseball Game vs. IMG Academy, Super Snow Storm hits achievements of 3 p.m. women through- Georgia, dumping 6 - 8 Mar 25…Baseball Game vs. IMG Academy, inches! out history at the 3 p.m. EGSC Library in Mar 26…2nd Annual Amazing Science Day, March 14, 2008 - At- March! Fulford Center, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. lanta is hit by an EF2 …College Goal Georgia (assistance with Tornado, resulting in http://ega.lib- FAFSA completion), EGSC Statesboro, one death. 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. guides.com/wom- Mar 29…Baseball game vs. Georgia Highlands March 18, 1970 - NFL enshistory College, 3 p.m. announces Wilson as the official football of the league.

March 21, 1955 - States- boro is 92 degrees.

March 23, 2002 - Au- gusta is 32 degrees. On the same day in 2007, Augusta was 81 degrees.

March 25, 1929 - Au- gusta’s temperature hit 93 degrees!

March 27, 2013 - Swainsboro’s tempera- ture was 28 degrees. One year later, it was 69 degrees! 4 – HOOPEE BIRD | www.ega.edu Wednesday, February 24, 2016 RACE POLITICS: FACULTY AND STUDENT VOICES

SCENES FROM THE FORMATION MUSIC VIDEO ©2016 PARKWOOD ENTERTAINMENT AND COLUMBIA RECORDS Beyoncé joins rank with Nina Simone and Billie Holiday as “Artist Activist” by DR. REN DENTON, States- message and understand that song that documented racial- of racism. laden with lynching and racial boro Faculty Editor Beyoncé’s video joins a long ized lynching and the pain Beyoncé also uses a trance violence, or the way historical Beyoncé dropped her new tradition of African American that lynching created among state that is common to voo- and cultural traumas can im- video and song “Formation” music resisting systematic rac- black communities. Holiday doo priestesses channeling the print on human psyches and on the internet the Saturday ism and institutionalized op- and Simone made Americans spirits of the dead. Through identities. before the Super Bowl, and pression. realize that each lynching or her trance, images of past and Ultimately, just like Simone’s the video exploded instantly Mainstream American au- violence committed against present bleed together, and and Holiday’s songs, Beyoncé into controversy. Many black diences almost always reject one individual was actual- these images connect today’s video should be understood women recognize it as a song messages that expose the dis- ly an assault on a whole race racial discord to those of the as a story about black lives, calling black women to unite. crepancy between American because the lynching and the past, making a statement that black experiences, and black Artists and musicians are ex- ideals and American realities violence were committed as a we are not living in a post-ra- traumas, even as her song cel- cited to get a quality music or that illuminate the under- means to debase, demoralize, cial nation but we are living in ebrates her own conquering of video that competes with those belly of the American Dream. terrorize, strike, and conquer a a nation where black lives con- a system that has the power to of Michael Jackson’s. Cultur- Beyoncé is not the first African whole race. Americans did not tinue to be devalued. keep her locked underneath al Studies scholars are abuzz American artist derided for want to confront these truths However, cultural studies oppression and an identity not about the song’s representa- telling her story. Nina Simone, when they wanted to be enter- scholars claim that the image her own. She has chosen when tion of black culture, black his- internationally known jazz tained. of the cops surrendering to the to tell her story and how to tell tory, and cultural traumas that musician and Civil Rights ac- Beyoncé’s song tells about young black boy offers hope it. What does it mean when are unique to African Ameri- tivist, tanked her career with her life. Basically, she is saying that a community will come an artist of her caliber chooses cans as a group that shares a a song that spoke against the that she hasn’t forgotten her together to protect all chil- to tell a story about American collective past. However, the lynching in the south and the roots, but at the same time, she dren – black or white. This is injustices at the largest Ameri- song is not settling well with violence in the nation that has not allowed the burden of not anti-police, but points to a can sporting event and releas- many Americans who believe took place in the midst of the the past to define her identi- healing from historical abuses es the accompanying images Beyoncé is anti-police. They struggle for Civil Rights. She ty. She has formed her own of power where lives of black the night before that event? believe that she has inserted used the Lord’s name in vain identity despite of systematic children, from Emmett Till political controversy into her and expressed her anger about oppression of blackness and to Tamir Rice, have been sto- entrainment --- a controversy inequality, gradualism, Amer- history’s haunting traumas len. The problem arises from Want to answer the that makes many Americans ican hypocrisy, and racial vi- that focus on the slave / slave the fact that many Americans last question in this uncomfortable, especially olence. She was criticized for master dichotomy that Toni are not familiar with African article? Send your when they are trying to enjoy sounding too angry or too Morrison claims continue to American music traditions response to a Hoopee a football game. Nevertheless, proud. Likewise, Billie Holi- shape our individual identities and the music’s relationship to Americans would be wise to day shocked audiences when and mentalities even as they activism. Many Americans are Bird editor. stop and listen to Beyoncé’s she sang “Strange Fruit” as a uphold a national institution also not familiar with a history What is the Black Lives Matter Movement? Hip-Hop: Controlling Blackness with by IMANI TOLBERT, EGSC Statesboro black society has been dealing with for Judging from the response from All years. Back in 1955, Emmett Louis Till, “The White Man’s” music industry Lives Matter, it seems that the media a 14-year-old African American boy, by MYLES J. LATIMER, EGSC States- and are extremely explicit in depicting and the American masses have mis- was beaten, mutilated and then shot by boro black males as drug addicts and ped- understood what it means to say that two white men because Till supposedly You may have read an essay in your dlers. These are only a few examples. black lives matter. Many assume that whistled at a white woman. The two English Composition class titled “If In today’s world of hip-hop, four out the movement is saying that black men were acquitted of Till’s kidnap- Hip-Hop Ruled the World.” Aisha of five artists will present negative and lives are the only lives that matter, or ping and murder. Finch, the author, traveled to Africa illegal lyrics in their songs. The music that black lives matter more than po- Even though #BlackLivesMatter is only to be jarred into reconsidering the industry’s representations of blackness lice lives. However, that is not what it a newly organized group, it is not just negative images of African Americans are reinforcing these negative images means. #BlackLivesMatter is a move- a response to recent events; it is a re- that are being portrayed in today’s as normal and glamorized behavior, ment that is saying “Black lives matter sponse to historical events of crimes Hip-Hop music. She was troubled by which then commodifies “authentic” too – that black lives need to be valued against African Americans. Basical- the gang violence that Hip-Hop glam- blackness and produces performances as much as white lives.” Essentially and ly, this movement is a response to the orizes because these images of Afri- of the type of blackness that white au- ironically, it too is saying All Lives Mat- racism that permeates our society. can Americans are exported around diences have associated with crime, vi- ter. BlackLivesMatter affirms the lives of the globe, giving the impression that olence, and negativity. My fear is if the The BLM movement was created af- Black queer and trans, disabled folks, American blackness is violence. Her youth listens to these negative factors ter 17-year-old Trayvon Martin was black-undocumented folks, and folks essay makes the point that more and every day, they will be influenced by more African Americans are starting to posthumously put on trial for his own with records and all Black lives along the lyrics and commit the illegal activi- realize: Much of Hip-Hop music aligns murder, and his killer, George Zimmer- the gender spectrum. It centers those ty portrayed in the songs because they “authentic” black culture with nega- man, was not held accountable for his that have been marginalized with- think it’s normal. Why are we sup- tive perceptions about blackness. crime of murder. After Trayvon Mar- in Black liberation movements. It is a porting images that reinforce historical The American music industry uses tin’s killing, there were several other tactic to (re)build the Black liberation negative racial attitudes? Hip-Hop to reinforce the American well-known unjustified black -mur movement. This movement is relevant The ironic part about the whole sit- mainstream culture’s negative as- ders in our society, some of which got to our society’s situation now. There uation is these hip-hop artists are not sumptions about blackness, even those living the life they are portraying in worldwide coverage. Most recently, we has been a spike in the past few years of old white racial attitudes: these images their music. Their job is music. They are sorting through the emotional after- crimes committed against black people include the use of illegal drugs, steal- produce what their record labels tell math of Tamir Rice who was shot by a where the crimes go unpunished. This ing, street violence, drug distribution, police officer for having a plastic gun movement is in place to try to put a stop guns, and the degradation of women. them to produce, and their record la- while playing at a park. Many believe to this. If all humans are equal, then we Hip-Hop encourages audiences (white bels want to commodify a certain im- that his death was justified because it should have our rights protected equal- and black) to think of these images as age of blackness to authenticate black is hard to determine a toy gun from a ly and not be discriminated against be- authentic representations of blackness culture as one steeped in violence and real gun during the split second offi- cause of skin color. instead of desperate acts of pover- poverty. These musicians are bettering cers have when determining if they are People look at the name of the move- ty-stricken individuals of all races. their lives by negatively influencing in danger. However, many don’t know ment and make their judgment about it Today’s hip-hop artists are influenc- the life of the youth. that the person who called 911 told the instead of looking at what they stand ing the youth with their negative lyrics Why can’t black artists be free to ex- operator two times that the gun was for and why it became a movement in and choice of content. For example, an press in their music what really is im- most likely fake and that the boy looked the first place. We as people cannot just artist known as French Montana has portant in life? The hip-hop culture has to be a minor but felt the situation just ignore systematic racism. When we ig- mixtapes known as “Coke Boy.” He to change or the world will never be- needed to be checked out to make sure. nore it, it is just as bad as if we commit- describes and praises his drug deal- The police responded as if a real crisis ted the crimes ourselves. Things won’t ing lifestyle throughout his mixtapes. come a better place. We can only force had been called in as an emergency. get better until we all stand as one and Another popular song that has a neg- a change by being aware of what we #BlackLivesMatter is responding to work to have everyone’s rights protect- ative influence is, “I’m in love with are supporting with our money. Don’t these recent events where systemat- ed equally. Hence, all lives do matter, the coco.” The artist of this song is OT buy the negativity, and they will stop ic racism has more than likely played equally, only the Black Lives Matter Genesis. The lyrics glorify drug use producing it. into the police’s judgment in assess- movement is to remind people of that Do you have comments or any recommendations for Hip-Hop music that ing the situation, something that our fact. pushes for social changes? Email one of the Hoopee Bird’s editors.

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Wednesday, February 24, 2016 www.ega.edu | HOOPEE BIRD – 5 ENTERTAINMENT MONTHLY Wiz still dropping hits Top 5 TV shows on Netflix for college students by CHATEARI STITH, EGSC Augusta On Friday, January 5, 2016, Wiz Khalifa dropped (in no particular order) his new album on iTunes Khalifa, which follows his by CARA THOMPSON, EGSC ality show gives an inside look uncomfortable situation turns into mixtape released on December 15, 2015 called Cabin Augusta of what it’s like to work in one an unlikely friendship. Fever 3. He never really intended to make a big deal United States of Tara of the largest no-kill animal shel- This is Life with Lisa Ling about Khalifa because it contains music that never A show about family, but not ters in the country. Heartwarming The lovely Lisa Ling hones in made any of his other albums; so he put them all to- your average family. When your yet educational on the effects of on a variety of pitfalls in America. gether and created the Khalifa album. mom has DID (Dissociative Iden- pet overpopulation. Also a great Ranging from exploring relation- Also he and Charlie Puth recorded “See You Again,” tity Disorder) formally known as reminder of why we should all ships with a “sugar daddy” and which is a tribute to the late Paul Walker. It reached Multiple Personality Disorder, life adopt and not shop! “sugar baby,” healing psychedelic a billion views on YouTube. The song topped the is anything but ordinary or easy. New Girl drugs in South America, what it’s Mom and wife Tara can transform Dorky and happy-go-lucky Jess like to work in North Dakota, and charts and was also featured on the soundtrack of into one of many different people, moves in a loft with several guys. many others. Fast and the Furious 7. He has been keeping his Taylor or alters at any given moment. This is a fun, lighthearted show Freaks and Geeks fans excited and relevant with all the music, shows, This includes a redneck named about life after college filled with A shy girl named Lindsey starts interviews and Grammy award nominations. He is Buck, a 1950’s housewife named relationships, friends, and careers. hanging out with a group of burn- also keeping artists who are signed to his label busy Alice, and a promiscuous teenag- Apartment 23 outs at school. She struggles be- by featuring them (TyDolla $ign, Chevy Woods and er that calls herself T. A fascinat- Conservative June responds to tween figuring out what’s right Juicy J) on his newest album. Other artists that also ing look at what this captivating an ad on Craigslist for a room- and what’s wrong all while hav- featured on the Khalifa album are Rico Love, Court- mental illness is really like. It’s es- mate needed in New York. She is ing her parents and little brother ney Noelle, Travis Scott, and his son, Sebastian. Wiz pecially perfect for anyone who is surprised to find a spunky and disapprove. A coming of age story Khalifa is doing extremely well for himself and plans interested in Psychology. carefree girl named Chloe whose that’s relatable yet unique. Fea- on continuing to do so as he prepares to drop his Animal House hobbies include binge drinking turing a young James Franco and Rolling Papers 2 album later this summer. Calling all dog lovers! This re- and partying. What starts as an Seth Rogan! Monthly zodiac briefing Film Flam: by ANGELA DANSBY, because you want things in EGSC Augusta order. Bit of a perfectionist There are 12 signs. Fire: wouldn’t you say? Pride and Prejudice and Zombies: A Critique Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius. Libra- Harmony, Or- by VICTORIA LONG, EGSC Augusta Earth: Taurus, Virgo, Cap- der, and Equality: Libras Released earlier this month, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies is an adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic nov- ricorn. Air: Gemini, Libra, cling to their ideals. If you el—with a twist. This flick has romance, snark, sass, and zombies of course, making for an enjoyable film Aquarius. Water: Cancer, find yourself craving these for males and females alike. Scorpio, Pisces. Do you be- things, then perhaps you The movie does include lines from the original work, with added lines that make all the characters a little lieve? are a Libra. Born around the more brutally honest than their passive aggressive former selves in the Edwardian era. In a world where Aries- If you were born times of September 23- Oc- the plague caused zombies, no one is really left the luxury of just looking to make a fine match, but having anywhere between March tober 22 Libras are all about 21 and April 20 then you balance, justice, equanim- to learn to fight and handle themselves in the worst of situations. are in fact an Aries! One in- ity and stability. They get The Bennett sisters are all beautiful and just as deadly in combat, taking away that damsel in distress teresting fact is this sign is along well with just about trope that is popular in action movies. Mr. Darcy and Mr. Bingley are just as wealthy and dashing as in any the first sign of the zodiac. anyone and are ambitious. rendition, but Mr. Darcy has an added edge with a constant distrust of anyone who’s encountered zombies People under this sign tend They have very expensive and not come away unscathed. to be very independent and taste and work hard to get Where there may have been lulls in Pride and Prejudice there are zombie attacks and tense situations over goal-oriented. They are that money! the safety of the main characters. The love plot leaves nothing to be desired, maybe in many, and my own very courageous individu- Scorpio- Woah take it personal opinion to have even made certain scenes more amusing or exciting. The drastic difference in re- als and love to lead others. easy there! Born around action of Lizzy Bennett in Parson Collins’ proposal with her awkward dismissal compared to Mr. Darcy’s You can just call an Aries the dates of October 24- proposal which leaves her with a more vehement denial gives room to interpret her strong feelings and her the Big Man in charge. November 22 Scorpios are Taurus- Were you born known for being intense. personality when it comes to Mr. Darcy. around April 21-May 21 These people tend to have The George Wickham arc ends up expounding and he becomes more important to the plot instead of just then yup you’re a Taurus! personalities that are bold part of a triangle of feelings and he’s just a character trying to get just money. The casting choices, overall, As a Taurus you’re all about and are oozing with confi- are well done; the makeup and costumes are phenomenal. While it took seven years before finally seeing strength and will some- dence. Scorpios are known the big screen and didn’t seem to make much in the box office, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies is one of a times so strong willed that Scorpios treat others with kind. Adding to the base plot of Pride and Prejudice, it makes for a fun flick and should be seen by more you can be downright stub- kindness and loyalty. people, or garner more attention with its amazing sense of self-awareness in and of itself. born! But even that has its Sagittarius- You little reb- benefits because you fight el! Born from November for what you want. You can 23-December 22, Sagittari- be a bit of a procrastinator us are reckless! You love the A day in the life of a pageant contestant but you have good work sense of adventure. How- by KESHAUNA JONES, were so many things left ethic so the job always gets ever, you are very focused EGSC Swainsboro to do: hair, nails, feet, done. and tend to be very intense I never thought of eyebrows, and makeup, Gemini- Hey Twin! Yes just like are Scorpio friend. myself as one of those just to name a few. Each you! Born between May As a Sagittarius you must pageant girls, strutting outfit had to be ready: 22-June 21 then you are in channel your energy or you down the runway with a swimsuit, on-stage inter- fact a Gemini. Geminis are will waste time and wear trunk load of makeup on view outfit, talent outfit known to have two sides yourselves out going in too and spending money on and evening gown. The to them and are known for many directions at once. their energy. Geminis are gowns to wear only one friends who were doing They tend to have vibrant time. Through the years, my hair and makeup talkative and are social but- personalities and enjoy terflies! It can sometimes be though, I found that had to prepare, so we meeting new people. tough to predict how they all those pageant girls did a trial run. On Tues- Capricorn- Look at Mr./ will react. They can turn only want one thing: to day, February 2, we had Ms. Smarty Pants. As a from hot to cold and may Capricorn born from (De- be happy while having a mini practice with Miss be prone to mood swings. cember 23- January 20) you fun. Pageants are not just EGSC Allison Durden to However, they are generous about showing people help us with our walks, signs and are affectionate, are highly intelligent! They what you can do but be- and it was surprisingly creative and imaginative. apply their knowledge to Cancer- Anybody born practical matters, and strive lieving in yourself, your fun. We practiced our around June 22- July 22? to maintain stability and or- talents and what you walk for the swimsuit If so, then you are a Can- der. Their mind re always can do. A day in the life and evening gown por- cer! One thing you may active and they have to be a pageant girl isn’t easy, tions several times. A hear a lot as a Cancerican in control of their own lives. but it is definitely worth- lot of people think that is, “Make up your mind!” They do not deal well with while. pageant girls are just Cancers can be fickle at criticism but typically a As a young girl, I nev- stuck up and snooty, but times, but y’all tend to deny Capricorn will often shrug er pictured myself being that’s not true. All the it. Naturally you’re a home- off negative comments to- in pageants because that girls were extremely nice body, you love anything wards their character. Hat- life always seemed dis- and welcoming, beauti- family-related, and you en- ers gonna hate, right?! tant, but since I’ve been ful smiles and souls, and joy the simple things in life. Aquarius- The Creative in college, I’ve realized I’m truly blessed to have Photo by Elizabeth Gilmer You appreciate security, but Mind is always thinking. that the odds of being met them and shared the JONES DURING 2016 MISS EGSC PAGEANT you seek adventure. Y’all If you were born around always keep the rest of us different are great. To pageant with them. Days up my evening gown, (January 21- February 19) laughed and had a good guessing. then you are an Aquarius! step outside of my com- leading up to pageant, time. nothing was working! Leo- Roaaaar!! Says the Aquarians goes about ac- fort zone is to explore I was so anxious about The day of the pageant Ten minutes had passed, mighty lion! If you were complishing goals in a qui- the world, so I signed up taking the stage, but I re- was stressful for me. It’s and finally, my friend born around July 23-August to compete in the Miss membered the words of a very fast-paced atmo- Demetria succeeded. 21 then you are the mighty et manner. Each day they East Georgia State Col- Ms.Vicki Sherrod, “Have sphere, and it shows Leo. They have a tendency find to be a day of opportu- The rest of the event to be high-self-esteem and nity to work on their goals. lege pageant. The days fun and make new that you have to be pre- went smoothly, and soon vocal about their opinions. Aquarians are always for- leading up to the pag- friends,” and that mes- pared for the unexpect- we were congratulating Although hot tempered mulating new ideas and are eant were rigorous and sage carried me through ed. Right before the pag- Jessica Dixon, Miss East they can be forgiving. They creative to a T. Aquarian’s intense. I wanted every- the week. On Thursday, eant, I called both of my Georgia State College will take up any cause, and are brave, intuitive, and thing, from my dress and February 4, I thought I parents, and because I 2016. also head-strong and will- are humanitarians of the stage presence to heels had everything ready, so was nervous, they said,” zodiac. They are honest, I enjoyed the experience ful. Leos are natural born and attitude, to be per- I tried on my black cock- Calm down, breath and loyal and highly intelligent. and gained new friends, leaders and not scared to fect because I only had tail dress, which didn’t count to five.” When the Pisces- Last but not least and I feel extremely show it! Watch out Aries one chance. A couple fit. I panicked until I re- lights hit, I was ready. you got some competition! is the Pisces! Born around blessed. Because of this weeks before the pag- alized that I had brought Everything went so fast Virgo- Elegant, classy, in- (February 20- March 20) pageant, I’ve grown in you are in fact a Pisces! They eant, I began to ask ev- my red cocktail dress from on-stage questions telligent, and analyzing if many ways and have a this describes you then per- are honest, unselfish, trust- eryone I could think of with me for back-up. On to the crowning of the haps you are the lovely Vir- worthy and often have qui- for advice. Most of them Friday, the day before the queens. We were all run- few words of wisdom to go! Born between the dates et dispositions about them. said, “Confidence is pageant, we practiced in ning back and forth from carry with me, thanks to of August 22-September 23, Known for their emotional key,” so I began to write the auditorium for five the back room where Ms. Vicki: “A girl’s most Virgos are highly mind ori- ways Pisces tend to be kind down the tips and study hours until 11 p.m. We all our clothes were to beautiful outfit ever is ented. They are always an- of sensitive. A Pisces can be them every day to build had to go over every- the stage to prepare for charisma, the prettiest alyzing and thinking about a great friend and listener. confidence. thing from the opening the next event. To add accessory a smile, and something. You can be a bit If you’re having problems The week of the pag- number to the crowning; to the chaos, seven min- the best pair of heels is of a worry wart but its only come to a Pisces for advice. eant arrived, and there it was hard work, but we utes after trying to zip confidence.”

6 – HOOPEE BIRD | www.ega.edu Wednesday, February 24, 2016 SPORTS Cam and Peyton: Changing of the guard? Sports Poll: by COREY HIGGINS, EGSC Au- football fans witnessed two future possessing that type of swagger gusta first-ballot Hall of Famers spar un- speaks volume. Cam, at the ripe Most sports fans have a favorite til the bitter end age of 26, has numerous on-the- Who will win the 2015-2016 team. I have favorite players. Su- Peyton Manning has an incredi- field accomplishments, such as NBA Most Valuable Player? per Bowl 50 was a delight for fans ble football I.Q. that has made him wining a high school champion- like me who enjoy watching tal- into a field general able to conquer ship, the Heisman trophy, a col- A. Steph Curry ented athletes achieve greatness. any defense. He’s been a true am- lege football national champion- I’ve always said it’s great to have bassador to the sport and has al- ship, and the NFL’s MVP. And on an all-time favorite and a current ways been gracious in both victory Super Bowl Sunday, he was min- B. The rest of the NBA favorite. Peyton Manning, my and defeat, displaying sportsman- utes or inches away from leading all-time favorite, along with my ship that athletes—both amateur current and future favorite Cam and professional—should follow. his team to the coveted Lombardi Newton clashed in Super Bowl 50. Manning, a 39 year-old veteran, trophy. Down by 6 points in the I was at crossroads before Super is knocking on retirement’s door, 4th quarter, Cam looked poised to Bowl 50. I wanted to see Peyton and Super Bowl 50 might have deliver a punch; instead, Von Mill- win on his way out (if he does in been his last game. He’s lost a lot er stripped Cam of the pigskin, fact retire now); but then again, I of play-off games (13-13 in career which fell harmlessly to his feet. wasn’t going to be disappointed playoff appearances), and football Time seemed to stand still—and if Cam led his Panthers to their pundits have continually knocked so did Cam. He froze, abandon- first Super Bowl victory. The dust him for this; however, now that he ing both the ball and his dream of of Super Bowl 50 has settled. Both has won Super Bowl 50—the sec- quarterbacks had a less-than-im- ond of his career—Manning has winning his first Super Bowl. pressive outing in San Francisco: cemented his legacy as one of the Coming into the game, Peyton they combined for twice as many greatest quarterbacks of all time. looked as if he was ready to pass interceptions as touchdowns. Al- When I first saw Cam Newton the proverbial torch to the young though they looked mediocre at five years ago, I fell in love. As Newton. Newton, blinded by the best on February 7, and although soon as I saw him play in his first light, proved he was not yet ready both defensive squads stole the NFL game against the Arizona to bear the torch, as he retreated show (if we discount Coldplay’s Cardinals, I knew he was going from the ball, allowing the Bron- colorful half-time performance), to be special. Being versatile and cos to score and seal the victory. EGSC to host Critical Thinking Conference by KATELYN MOORE, accepted until Friday, EGSC Communications March 4, and must rec- Coordinator ognize technology as On Friday, March 25, a “rascal,” a “braggart 2016, East Georgia State vile,” a “finical rogue,” College will hold their and as a “base, proud, fourth annual Critical shallow, beggarly, wor- Thinking Conference. The theme for this year’s sted-stocking knave.” conference is “Thou The conferences wel- Dost Infect Mine Eyes: come presentations The Bane of Technology about experiences where in the Classroom.” The MAJUMDAR technology has posed a theme was chosen in cel- skills that use more in- problem and has there- ebration of the anniver- depth critical thinking fore created the need for sary of William Shake- and method-driven de- critical thinking. Pro- speare’s death. sign solutions. Professor posals are also welcome The keynote speaker Majumdar has received on any other topics that for this year’s conference several national and in- deal with critical think- is Santanu Majumdar, ternational awards and ing in an educational set- Assistant Professor of has presented papers ting. Those interested in Graphic Design at Geor- on design education, on presenting are asked to gia Southern Universi- sustainability in design, provide proposal sum- ty’s Betty Foy Sanders on mentoring, and on maries through EGSC’s Department of Art. He collaborative research electronic Proposal Sub- believes that 21st cen- projects at several dis- mission Form at https:// tury students’ design tinguished national and myegsc.ega.edu/web/pag- proposals tend to be ex- international design es/6. Proposals should be ample-driven, and there- conferences. In line with no more than 250 words. fore students’ research is the conference’s theme, Final presentations often reduced to brows- his presentation is enti- ing for pre-existing solu- tled “Balanced Critical should be no more than tions through search en- Thinking Through ‘In- 20 minutes’ reading time gines, which creates only fectious,’ Eye-Catching in length (approximately surface-level problem Design.” 10 typed, double-spaced solving skills instead of Proposals are being pages.) Photo by Jacqueline Yepe THE LEARNING COMMONS ON EGSC’S SWAINSBORO CAMPUS Prepare now for El Niño Staying on the right track by CHIEF WILEY the jet stream pattern Heat by JACQUELINE YEPE, EGSC Swainsboro GAMMON, EGSC Po- across the United States. • Gather heavy cloth- As we approach the second half of spring semester, the deadlines and test dates lice Department “El Niño had been ing, gloves, sock hats, begin to accumulate. Whether you are ready to graduate or in your first semester El Niño is throwing dragging its feet the blankets and sleeping at East Georgia, it is always a good idea to keep up of important dates, assign- a tantrum! Given the last year and a half,” bags. ments, and, most importantly, your grades. In order to be successful in college crazy weather we have says NWS Meteorolo- • Close off one room and to graduate on time, it is essential for you to keep up with such information had this year, a column gist Adam Baker, “but it and stay there. and to be prepared to ask for help. Follow the right path to two places where you on weather preparation looks like it’s more than • Gather extra fire- can find help: seemed appropriate. making up for its previ- wood if you have a fire- • Meet with your advisor and your professors on a regular basis. Office hours “Whether we’re more ous lack of presence.” place. are designed just for you, so stop by to check on your progress. If you see that you likely to have an ice To prepare for weath- Information are not doing well in one class, you should ask your professor for suggestions to storm, snow storm, sig- er-related power outag- • Purchase a bat- improve your grade. For instance, you have trouble understanding concepts in nificant flooding or se- es, follow the tips be- tery-powered radio. your Biology course, you may ask for clarification and extra examples. Some- vere weather outbreak, low: • Have a car charger times it may just be that your testing skills are not strong enough. Trying different it’s all up for grabs,” Light for your cellphone. studying habits to perform better. said one meteorologist • Use flashlights and Medical • Seek help from your local Academic Center for Excellence (A.C.E.). Courtney at the National Weath- battery-powered lan- • Have a first aid kit. Ruiz, from EGSC Swainsboro says, “The A.C.E. is very helpful to me in so many er Service (NWS) Fore- terns. (LED models con- • Keep several days’ ways. I can get help on my assignments there from the staff.” She is accurate; the cast Office in Atlanta serve batteries.) A.C.E. is very useful, and there you can get free tutoring in any subject you wish. about the rest of winter. • Have extra batteries. supply of prescriptions. In addition, you have access to computers to complete assignments; it is a quiet Forecasters predict that, • Avoid using flames • Make contingency place where you can spend your time studying in peace. In the A.C.E., you can after reaching 80 de- as light sources. plans for loved ones also get academic advising for schedule changes, answers to registration ques- who depend on electric- tions, and address other academic concerns. grees in the first weeks Food ity for medical devices. Take advantage of the many helpful resources that we have on campus to stay of February, tempera- • Stock up on non-per- on track and be successful. tures may be back in the ishable foods that don’t This may include mov- teens by the end of the require cooking. ing the patient to anoth- month. • Have a manual can er location. We could even see ice opener. Generator and snow as late as ear- • Don’t use charcoal • Operate away from ly April this year, thanks indoors. house and garage to to a record-breaking Water (if supplied by avoid carbon monoxide El Niño, abnormally a well) poisoning. warm seas in the tropi- • Fill tubs for house- cal Pacific that trigger a hold use. • Use proper connec- shift in nearby weather • Fill pitchers and jars tions to your home’s circulations including for drinking. electric system.

Wednesday, February 24, 2016 www.ega.edu | HOOPEE BIRD – 7 STUDENT VOICES History in the Making: East Georgia State College and Augusta University--together turning dreams into reality by KEVIN HIGGINS, merville’s history, from many and has the poten- EGSC Augusta its time as a military ar- tial to change the future of The Summerville cam- senal up to the current many more lives. EGSC pus, shared by East Geor- day. prepares students for gia State College (EGSC) Three years ago, East the next level of higher and Augusta University Georgia State College be- learning and for a seam- (AU), is a place where came a part of the site’s less transfer to Augusta the present merges with growth and is now a University or just about the past and the future at part of Augusta history. any other university in once. Generations have Allowing individuals of the nation. This transfer gained education and all ages to further their depends on the individ- inspiration following education, East Georgia ual and how much effort in the footsteps of their State College and Au- that student puts forth; predecessors; this is the gusta University work however, EGSC is here place where success is together, giving students to make that a possibili- achieved. the tools for deciding ty. Before AU and EGSC At the age of four, I had their fates. Through this began working together, my first encounter with collaboration, students many potential college Augusta University (it now have the opportuni- students’ prospects for was called Augusta Col- ty to gain access to fields attending college van- lege then). On certain of education that would ished. Many potential Sundays, my brother not have been available students received denial and I would end up rid- to them any other way. letters—myself, a former ing home from church Research universities ASU student, included— with my uncle instead of have higher admission because we did not meet Photo by Kevin Higgins him and my aunt togeth- standards than colleges those new standards. AUGUSTA UNIVERSITY’S “HISTORY WALK” er. I consider those days and state universities. East Georgia State Col- your path, whatever that pare enough for his or having a world of possi- to be special Sundays When ASU became lege was there to help might be, and help you her next step in life. Take bilities available to him because I would ride GRU, the school raised (my denial letter even di- succeed. Going to this advantage of the one-on- or her. This is real-life around downtown Au- admission standards, rected me to EGSC); any school has changed my one care that we as stu- history in the making; gusta learning the differ- leaving many local stu- student who is willing to life, prepared me for dents receive here; get as you can enter EGSC with ent fun and interesting dents without a point of enroll and complete 30 greater things to come, much experience as you facts about the past. My access for higher educa- credit hours with a GPA encouraged me to strive can, and nothing will a GED and, with enough uncle would talk the en- tion. These standards, of 2.8 or higher is now excellence, and shown stand in your way. Be a hard work, become a tire ride, circling the city, which in most cases are a strong candidate for me the path to my goals. part of history; be a part doctor or whatever you sharing Augusta’s histo- very high, keep many transferring into a four- East Georgia State Col- of an East Georgia State choose. ry with us. people from continuing year institution. lege is now a part of who College graduating class. The professors and staff Summerville’s campus their education. Some I have found more than I am and will forever Then, move on to your here take the extra time is like an encyclopedia may have struggled in a way to transfer to a uni- have a positive impact next step. How many and put in the extra ef- of Augusta history. Dis- high school while others versity; I’ve been given a on my life. people can say they have played on pillars and in may have settled on a chance at an incredible This is my call to my a degree from more than fort so that each student different areas through- GED (General Education start to my future. fellow students to stay one college or university who does his or her part out the walking paths Diploma) for one reason Here is my five-star rat- with EGSC and leave in a lifetime? is ready for the next lev- or other areas of the or another, but it all boils ing of my experience on your mark on history. Imagine a person who el. I know now that I can grounds, several dozen down to many people 24 January 2016: Become a graduate and had no plan of pursuing take my education in any plaquex commemorate just don’t qualify. East Georgia State Col- receive your Associate’s higher education. Then, direction I want thanks Augusta’s past. These The union between lege strives for excel- degree before you move picture that person be- plaques take visitors on EGSC Augusta and AU lence. The faculty and on to the next level. A coming a student and to East Georgia giving a journey through Sum- has changed the fate of staff will guide you along person can never pre- not only succeeding but me an entry point. The University System of Georgia’s African American Male Initiative Studies have shown that the national graduation rates for black males are low- er than any other demographic group who graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree. Universities and colleges seek to close that gap so that education and career op- portunities are accessible. The University System of Georgia has implemented a nationally recognized statewide network of programs that track the enrollment, retention, and graduation of African American Males. According to USG site, The African American Male Initiative programs “serve a wide array of students, providing strategic interventions, academic support, and civic and professional exposure aimed at increasing successful matriculation and graduation.” East Georgia State College is one of the 26 Georgian campuses participating in the program. Jonathan McCollar is currently AAMI’s director for EGSC. He, with the help of faculty coordinators, organizes and hosts events that focus on issues that directly relate and affect members of the black community as well as the nation and globe. Faculty coordinator Antre Drummer states, “We seek out motivational speakers who can offer foundational support, motivation, and How well do you know your Black History? encouragement.” by ANGELA DANSBY, EGSC Augusta c. Voting rights Faculty coordinators help faculty volunteers and students understand issues So you think you know your Black d. Right to sit anywhere that may impede graduation. Coordinators and volunteers help students find a History? Here are some trivia question balance between academic and personal lives at East Georgia State College. to see if you really paid attention in Who was the only African American class... among the original NAACP execu- Know your days tives? by THE HOOPEE BIRD STAFF Who was the first African American a. Martin Luther King February 29: In 46 B.C., Julius Caesar added an extra day to the Julian calen- Major League Baseball Player? b. Thurgood Marshall dar. In 1582, Pope Gregory XIII created the Gregorian calendar, making Feb. a. Ernie Banks c. Fredrick Douglass 29 the official date to add in a leap year. People born on this date are consid- b. Babe Ruth d. W.E.B. Du Bois ered “leapers” or “leaplings,” and there are roughly 4 million people in this c. Jackie Robinson group. They celebrate their birthdays on February 28 or March 1 in non-leap d. William Edward White Who shot Martin Luther King on years. Some believe that leapers have unusual talents, but the Chinese believe April 4, 1968? “leaplings” are unlucky and difficult. Who was the first African Ameri- a. Charles Manson March 13: It’s almost time to change our clocks, so follow the saying and can to serve as a US Supreme Court b. John Wilkes Booth “Spring forward!” (don’t “fall back”). This year, Daylight Saving Time begins Justice? c. Lee Harvey Oswald March 13. Of course, cell phones set automatically, so you shouldn’t have to a. Charles Hamilton Houston d. James Earl Ray worry about being late to work or class. Unfortunately, our spring time change b. Rosa Parks means a lost hour of sleep, so try to go to bed early the night before. c. Clarence Thomas Which of these four broke three track March 17: St. Patrick’s Day brings huge celebrations to the local cities of d. Thurgood Marshall and field World Records in 45 minutes Dublin and Savannah, including the Greening of the Fountain in Forsyth Park at Ohio State? and parades. The holiday marks the religious feast day for the patron saint of Who was the first African American a. Jesse Owens Ireland, offering a break from the Lenten fasting and restrictions on alcohol con- to win an Academy Award? b. Carl Lewis sumption. Enjoy some corned beef and cabbage, and don’t forget to wear green a. Judy Garland c. Michael Jordan (though the saint’s color was actually a light blue, and green was associated b. Hatti McDaniel d. Maurice Greene with him in relation to Irish independence). c. Dorothy Danridge d. Halle Berry Robert Henry Lawrence, Jr. was the first African American to What year was the Thirteenth a. Become a pilot Amendment ratified, abolishing slav- b. Become a Bus Driver ery? c. Become a Policeman a. 1867 d. Become an Astronaut b. 1865 c. 1920 Before it became Black History d. 1776 Month what was the observance of Black History was called? With the 15th Amendment ratifica- a. Negro Appreciation Week tion in 1870, what did African Ameri- b. Slavery Day cans gain in the United States? c. Black Awareness Month

a. Freedom from slavery d. Freedom Day

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8 – HOOPEE BIRD | www.ega.edu Wednesday, February 24, 2016 CAMPUS CONNECTION Economic outlook includes future jobs by ASHLEY FRANCIS, EGSC Swainsboro East Georgia State College hosted the 16th annu- al Economic Outlook Luncheon January 22. Dr. Jeff Humphreys, Director of the Simon S. Selig, Jr., Cen- ter for Economic Growth, addressed a large group in the gymnasium including local business and gov- ernment leaders as well as EGSC faculty, staff, and the Ambassadors student group. The Selig Center, part of the Terry College of Business at the Univer- sity of Georgia, “conducts research on economic demographic and social issues related to Georgia’s growth, guiding the state’s business, governments, and entrepreneurs on financial decision and public policy.” The luncheon offered a look at the center’s stud- ies of the economy around the region. Research Pro- fessional Stephen Kuzniak predicted “There will be more jobs available in the years to come.” With this Photo by Katelyn Moore news, the outlook luncheon brought hope to small KUZNIAK OFFERS POSITIVE PREDICTION rural communities such as Swainsboro. FOR LOCAL ECONOMY Foundations featured in gallery during March Stop by the East Georgia State College Student Art Gallery during March to check out drawing and de- sign work from our very own art students. This ex- hibit highlights work from projects covered in Draw- ing, Two Dimensional Design and Three Dimensional Design courses. The featured artwork covers a wide range of design elements and design principles in- cluding—but not limited to—line, shape, color, unity, emphasis and balance. This exhibition illustrates the intense work ethic and hours of studio time art ma- jors spend in perfecting their craft. J. COLE BY TORI C. AMARU