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By BRIAN J. Cox and SUFIYA ABDUR-RAHMAN School Funds Hilltop Staff Writers

The controversy surrounding a proposed revision By APRILL 0. TURNER of Howard University's Student Code of Conduct Hilltop Staff Writer continues to swirl, as students accuse the adminis­ tration of attempting to seize an undue amount of Frustrated by what they charge is a limiting cur­ power. riculum, dilapidated facilities and a lack of stu­ A joint committee of University administrators and dent representation on new hire search commit­ students is reviewing the code, a move which could tees, Howard University Law School students make it easier for students to be expelled from met with President H. Patrick Swygert Tuesday, school for engaging in activities or voicing opinions after two failed attempts to discuss their griev­ considered inappropriate by President H. Patrick ances. Swygert. During the 90-minute meeting, Law School Under the existing code, the dean for special stu­ student leaders urged Swygert to expand the dent services, Dean Vincent Johns, has jurisdiction school's curriculum to offer more courses bol­ over student misconduct warranting immediate dis­ stering students' preparation for the Bar Exam. ciplinary action. Students faced with disciplinary After presenting the president with a six-page action now have the right to a hearing. If the pro­ list of grievances and a video tape showing the posed changes to the code are approved by the decaying condition of the Law School's build­ board, that right may be suspended. ings, students urged Swygert to increase fund­ After students complained about the board's deci­ ing for renovations and additional maintenance sion to vote on the proposed revisions to the code staff. in July, it was ruled to postpone the vote until later Responding to the list of grievances, Swygert this year. promised that attempts will be made to resolve "It's not in the best interest of the student body to the problems, adding that more meetings vote on the student code of conduct while 90 to 95 between students and the administration will be percent of the students are on summer vacation," said held in the fall. Jonathan Hutto, outgoing Howard University "I've heard a number of issues and concerns See CONDUCT, A3 today. Obviously some of the issues are issues that need to be resolved inside the Law School. .. ," Swygert said, noting he was dis­ Smoking Rates turbed by an April 27 Legal Times article in which, an anonymous Howard Law student wrote that the only subjects he studied were dead Hillary linton to Deliver Black lawyers. Soar Among "I hear talk of shame about this Law School," Swygert said. "Shame is when... someone is quoted as saying. 'all we do at this law school Black Youth Commencement Address is learn about dead Black lawyers."' Hatchet, chief justice of the Unite "And you, the students of this school do not By TEKIAE WARREN By APRILL 0. TURNER States 11th Circuit Court o take to the streets in protest? It's shameful that Hilltop Health Writer Hilltop Staff Writer Appeals; and Gordon Parks, the cel­ you are not protesting such slander," Swygert . Researchers nationwide are puzzled by recent stud­ ebrated photographer, filmaker an added. See, LAW, A3 ies showing that smoking among African Americans First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton composer. is on the rise - especially among black youth. will deliver the I 30th Commence­ "First Lady Clinton embodies the • According to the federal government's Centers for ment Address today on the Universi­ Disease Control, the smoking rate among black strength, intellect and character tha teenagers increased by 80-percent between 1991 and ty Quadrangle, marking her third visit constitutes the American spirit," Eldridge 1997, while the smoking rate among white teenagers to Howard this year. President H. Patrick Swygert said. rose by 28-percent. The 1998 graduating class that Clin- • "She brings to Howard University In the same period, smoking rates among Latino ton will address is comprised of more not only her world vision, but Cleaver, teenagers rose by 34-percent. than 2,000 students, bringing the total Wliat's more, the smoking rate among all black men message of excellence and achieve­ in the same period nearly doubled, wliile the rate of number of alumni to roughly 85,000. ment." smoking among black women rose by 58-percent, the Five people will receive honorary Clinton, a native of Chicago, is Dead at 62 CDC said. degrees during the commencement graduate of Wellesley College an Traditionally, African-Americans have smoked con­ ceremony: Kenneth Chenault, presi­ Yale University Law School. Since siderably less than other ethnic groups. dent and CEO of the American According to the CDC's figures, more black youth 1995, Clinton has written a weekly are smoking more than just cigarettes. Many black Express Company; Ann M. Fudge, nationally syndicated column, By Jason T. Smith and Rafiah Davis .Y,OUth are clioosing to smoke both cigarettes and mar­ executive vice president of Kraft titled: "Talking It Over." In 1996, she Hilltop Staff Writers IJUana. Foods and president of its Maxwell published. "It Takes A Village an THC is the active ingredient in marijuana respon­ House and Post Divisions; Edmund Other Lessons Children Teach Us." His is the story of a black boy born into the sible for the "high" the drug induces. These brain sen­ 1930s segregated South, who developed a fierce sations are caused by a cliemical in the brain called Gordon, professor emeritus at Yale "dopamine." University; the Honorable Joseph appetite for reading, became a convict, joined the "Smoking boosts the high of weed," said one fresh­ Nation of Islam and followed Malcom X when man interior desi)?n major who would only identify he left the organization in 1965. His rise to power himself as "John. in the Black Panther Party empowered Blacks "I started by gradually smoking one cigarette after Comedy Magazine in the Works at HU across the country and struck fear in the hearts I'd eat, and one 1n the morning. But now I know I'm of the nation's elite - both Black and White. addicted," he added. ' Plan Calls for Course in Black Comedy ' According to the CDC, roughly 6 000 young Jleo­ Eldridge Cleaver, the former minister of the ple smoke for the first time each day, and more than Black Panther Party-turned-born-again Christian half of them become regular smokers as a result. expanding the program from and Republican political hopeful, died last week Sophomore film major Jermaine Thomas said he By JASON T. SMITH the journalism department of undisclosed causes. Cleaver was 62. tried a cigarette once when he was 13 or 14-years-old Hilltop Staff Writer to the department of radio, His 1968 book, "Soul on Ice," deeply shaped the and hated it.. He said he d_oesn't condone youth smok­ television and film. ing because 1t poses a serious threat to an individual's intellectual world's understanding of the Black health. If negotiations between comedian Chris Rock and School "We also suggested that we Revolution. More acutely, "Soul on Ice" told, in "I have asthma, and smoking just never appealed of Communications officials hold, Howard University will produce a comedy program unfiltered detail, the black male's struggle for sur­ to me," Thomas said. become the first historically Black college to produce a for WHUT-TV, which would Others.students say they began smoking merely out vival in America. The book-which was penned comedy magazine satirizing life and politics from an urban be directed and written by while Cleaver was confined to the Folsom State of cur1os1ty. perspective. students in the Radio, Tele­ "Just trying it once can get you addicted," Charles Prison, where he was serving time on a rape con­ said. "I starteo smoking because I wanted to see how Months after Rock announced his plans for the magazine, vision and Film depart­ viction - became an instant best-seller. the smoke would come out of my nose." a three-member School of Communications team of pro­ ment," Barlow said. "We consulted some of the students "People like Malcolm X, Martin Luther King, A fact sheet published annually by the American fessors have sent Rock a detailed outline projecting the cost on that and they thought that it would be a great idea." Lung Association reports that in 1994, 27-percent of Jr., Huey Newton and Eldridge Cleaver were the of production. Although officials are remaining tight-lipped about the visual point-people for elevation in a racist soci­ African Americans smoked. The same report found Under the proposal, the School of Communications that 47,000 African Americans die each year from cost of the plan, early estimates call for Rock to pay at least ety," said Alvin Thornton, chairman of the polit­ smoking-related illnesses. would develop two new courses. One class would be a sur­ $100,000 to get the program running as soon as possible. ical science department. "At a young age, Cleaver Smoking leads to lung cancer, emphysema and vey course focusing on comedy writing and the history of "Of course, the next thing to do would be to negotiate the stepped forward. He chose to be mature beyond chronic bronchitis, among other diseases. Black comics in America, while the other would be a money involved, because we would like to bring these Sarcodiosis is a disease that affects more African his years and to confront White power. Students hands-on lab in which students would produce the maga­ classes on line in the fall," Barlow said. should isolate that part of his initial life and Americans than Whites. African Americans are 10 zine. The reason for a comedy magazine at a historically Black times more likely to die of this disease than Whites. apply it to their lives." The magazine will be published once each semester and university is clear, says Bill Stephney, a friend whom Rock will serve as a training ground for young black comedy asked to execute the idea. writers. The proposal officials sent to Rock also called for SeeROCK,A4

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SEARCH: A nationwide search for a GEORGIA AVE: Plans aimed at RATE: High School graduation rates soar TAYLOR: History professor STYLE: Summer Fashions with AWARDS: Athletes, coaches honored at new vice president of student affairs Georgia Ave. Revitalization gains among Blacks, Latinos. SEE, AS Olive Taylor retires after 30 writer Ebony D. White. SEE, B4 annual awards banquet. SEE, B10 is launched. SEE , A2 momentum. SEE, A4 years at Howard University. NET: Students Gettin Good Fares on the SEE, B1 SCI/TECH: HBCUs play the HOUSING: University housing rates FUTURE: The University awaits 'Net. SEE, AS waiting game for lntemet 2. FACILITIES: Players continue to progress spiked by 10 percent. SEE, A3 community approval for plans to WAR: The feud between L.L. SEE, B9 despite deficient facilities. SEE, B10 expand campus. SEE, A4 Cool J. and Canibus. SEE, B1 HEALTH: Students find vegetar­ ianism hard, despite the bene­ fits. SEE, B8

.. - I: THE HILLTOP I SATURDAY, MAY 9, 1998 A2

The 'Firm' Hires taff, Newl -Electe tu ent Pre ares for New Year Trustees Have Fall Plans "We have to work during the go into plenary sessions and By MIA MATTA By JASON T. SMITH summer, because the people in review things like Robert's Rules Hilltop Staff Writer Hilltop Staff Writer the Administration building are of Order," Welch said. working," Welch said. "If they are Currently, Welch has hired 10 Newly elected student trustees, To many students. the summer working, then we have to be on­ paid students to his staff. That's Jonathan Hutto and Randy Short, brings days of recreation. But for point. We are not going to put four more paid staff members are proposing to make prominent one group of students, the sum­ down our guns until everything is than were hired by the last HUSA changes for the students during the mer will be filled with work. After alright." administration. Welch said it was 1998- 1999 school year. chosing most of its staff, the Firm In addition to staying abreast consistent with one plank on the Hutto, former Howard University administration now stands poised with what University officials are Firm1s. 11 interactive and accessi­ Student Association president, was ble" student government plat­ elected as undergraduate trustee. form. He plans to bring the position back "Our goal is to increase the num­ to the students through initiatives ber of people working with that will redefine the responsibili­ HUSA this year than there were ties of the student trustee. last year" Welch said. "Why give Hutto ran for the Board of one person $280 when you can Trustees under his platform entitled give $140 to two people?" the "4-A Plan," which encompass­ The staff is comprised of two es: accountability, accessibility, freshmen. Erick Watson has been alumni outreach, and acade­ named to the post of program mics. "The role of the undergradu­ director, while Jennifer Anderson ate trustee is to insure that the views will be one of two public relations of the undergradute students are directors. not overlooked when the final deci­ Talent, not age, Welch said, was sions are made that affect the the defining factor in building the University," Hutto said . staff. He plans to make sure the students "Our staff is highly motivated know who the student trustees are, and their interpersonal skills are what they do, and what their goals compatible with what is expected are for the term. He promises to be of them," Welch said, adding: more accessible and informative by "Our job is to recognize talent placing advertisements in the and use it, and the staff we chose Hilltop, keeping strong ties with has a lot of talent." the student government and other The Firm administration has campus organizations. also hired two members of the Short's three main concerns are outgoing Nation Time adminis­ financial aid, the library system tration to keep a level of consis­ and the poor conditions of campus File Photo tency in the HUSA office. Jami facilities. As one of the elected stu­ As one of the elected student trustees for next year, Randy Short's agenda is Harris, who is currently the dent trustees for the next academic quite full. Community Outreach Director, year, Short's agenda is quite full. will retain her post. Taneika "I want to propose the possibility school's libraries," Short said. committee appointments. Both Hughes will has been rehired as of getting help from administration Hutto and Short will be present­ Hutto and Short will be appointed the volunteer coordinator. so that students could raise money ed to the Board of Trustees.on July to two of the Board's nine commit­ Perhaps the most noticiable that will go directly toward finan­ 1. The Board of Trustees will tees. change, however, will be a shift in cial aid in the form of scholarships review if they are in good academ­ In Short's opinion this limits stu­ HUSA's focus from programing and need-based funding," he said. ic standing (a 2.5 GPA), full-time dent representation on the Board. to policy. Short plans to revamp the inade- students, United States citizens, and "There should be four student Photo By Edouard Leneus 0 1 wou]d say that our adminis­ not holding a staff or faculty posi- trustees, from the undergraduate Neville Welch and Michelle Richardson recruit staff for- next year. tration will be 70% policy and 30% programming. Nation Time I did a good job at running pro­ to lead the Howard University doing, the new HUSA adminis­ grams. so we will be focusing on Student Association. tration said they will be involved areas that we feel HUSA has been President-elect Neville Welch in several workshops dedicated lacking in," said Esiege Aguele and vice president-elect Michelle to managing internal affairs. the Firm's chief of staff. Richardson will spend the sum­ "Over the summer we will con­ ' mer planning for the upcoming duct workshops with the staff to . school year. Welch said there is a establish bonds and friendships definite need to work. amongst ourselves. Then we will Nationwide Search for Student - Affairs Vice President Launched Archer Named Interim VP of Student Affairs nent vice president is selected. he did a wonderful job," Swygert By VON-ANISE MCKOY A selection committee has been said. Hilltop Staff Writer appointed to conduct the search, Favors has open office hours for but President H. Patrick Swygert students Monday through Thursday, The University has launched a will make the final decision. from 12 to I and from 4 to 5 in the nationwide search for a new vice "The position is such an important afternoon. Favors, a Texas native, president of student affairs. The one, that a nationwide search is in said he hopes his successor will current vice president, Steve order," Swygert said. "Limiting the open his or her door for students, Photo By Edouard Leneus Favors, was named president of position to only Howard University noting that that helped him build a Jonathon Hutto, HUSA president, is the newly elected undergraduate trustee for next year. Grambling University in Louisiana faculty is not in the best interest of rapport with the student body. earlier this year. the students or the University." Favors is an expert in dealing with quate library facilities. "There tion. and graduate level, to ensure stu­ Dean of Student Activities Swygert said the search commit­ a vast array of students. Prior to his should be a computer database The Board of Trustees does its dent perspectives are being repre­ Raymond Archer was named inter­ tee will consider several factors, seven years of service here, Favors where students are able to get infor­ work through committees. The sented in at least eight of the nine im dean of student affairs. Arhcer such as length of experience and served for five years as vice chan­ mation on the contents of other chairman of the Board, Frank committees," Short said. will replace Favors until a perma- educational background. Favors cellor for student affairs at the Savage, is in charge of making agreed, saying the University of New Orleans. He later University must pay left U.N.O. for nearby Dillard critical attention to University, where he served as vice­ African Economic Development such factors. president of student affairs. "I don't think that "A position as vice president at qualifications should Howard University is very presti­ Debated at Howard University be limited only to gious. Many African Americans added. educational back­ across the nation want to come to By KAREN THOMAS The panel was divided into three critical issues of ground, but the posi­ Howard," Favors said. "It's not as Hilltop Staff Writer partnership: The reasons for amalgamation, types of tion does call for important that the person be partnerships and the necessary steps to seal the deal so someone with a doc­ African American as it is that the In the wake of President Clinton's recent six-month that Africa gets a fair share. toral degree Favors person has had experience dealing African tour, Howard University on Tuesday analyzed Rodney Slater, U.S. Secretary of Transportation men­ said. "If someone has with the a large population of the business relationships forged during the trip, in a tioned work already in progress in Ghana and Senegal. twenty-five years of African American students." town hall meeting at the School of Business auditori­ More than $60 million in grants is set aside to build experience in the "This is a difficult time to recruit um. power plants there. In Senegal, aviation work is being field, then they might someone because at this late date, "The effort to forge U.S.-Africa partnerships brings done to tackle safety and security concerns, while in be the best person for many candidates have already made us here this evening," said Kojo Nnamdi, a WHUT-TV South Africa, an agreement is signed to technically the job." commitments to other institutions", anchor and the meeting's moderator. monitor rolling stock and the movement of goods. Many faculty and Swygert said. The program, titled, "Expanding U.S.-African "We believe that it is important to support Africa," students say they Favors said he hopes the next vice Partnership," was sponsored jointly by Howard said Carol Peasley, acting assistant administrator for view Favors' depar­ president will maintain the student­ University Republic of South Africa Project and the Africa, USAID. ture as a bitter-sweet centered atmosphere that his office television station. On the issue of how to deal with the large debts most ... farewell. Although tried to create. "The person must be The program united academics, social and political African countries now face, members of the audience they are happy about most understanding of the needs of experts, ambassadors and other officials. said the money allocated for Africa was not enough. Favors' new posi­ the students, and know that this is "The U.S. must offer Africa its markets and expertise "Until we bind this relationship between African tion, many people one of the most stressful times in a and all the benefits that partners are given," said Rev. Americans and said they are sad to young person's life." Jessie Jackson, secretary of state for the promotion of Africans, we will not reap the benefits," said Photo By Edouard Leneus see him leave the democracy in Africa via a video address. AFRICARE Payne Lucas. University. "The 20th century was one of Asian tigers," said "You don't get wealthy by making a salary, but by Steve Favors, the current vice president of student "Steve Favors came African Development Foundation chair Ernest Green. making investments." affairs, was named president of Grambling University. from the outside, but "The 21st century will be one of African Lions," he

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- - - - . THE HILLTOP I SATURDAY, MAY 9, 1998 A3 AMP US Students Demand Shuttle Service Improvements

Currently, ------­ dents. But there is no system, she said, designed to By J ENNIFER RAf\0LE both the insure that drivers acutely follow the schedule. Hilltop Staff Writer Parking Office "If a student is waiting out on Fourth Street at night, and the Office there is 110 adequate lighting, nor is there someone After receiving complain1s from students charging of Residence 1--­ patrolling the area," Ottley said. that the University's dormitory shullle bus service ran Life are doing "If the schedule says 12 a.m., the shuttle shouldn't infrequently and were often overcrowded, officials everything .. come at I I :50 p.m. There is no telling when the bus responsible for the shuttle's operalions say improve­ possible to will be back around. And now a student is stuck in an men1s are underway for the fall. meet the needs unsafe environment until that time.'' Students complained that buses often ran late and of the expand­ Both O11Jey and the residents of Meridian say the dri­ were driven by poorly-trained drivers. ing transporta­ vers need to be more courteous. Although Coleman The dormitory shuttle service is managed by Rev. tion demands argues that each driver has been trained in a customer James Coleman, associale dean of Residence Life. on campus. service, Ottley says that their courtesy training is Coleman said the Office has taken sleps to address According to insufficient. many of the issues raised by students, and that the Coleman, the "On paper, everything sounds fine. But when you have University is not to blame for overcrowded shuttle two offices are drivers speaking rudely to the students, then something buses. considering a , is lacking," Ottley said. This year, the Office of Residence Life, in conjunc­ move to place \ Although Ottley is dissatisfied with the shuttle ser­ tion with students, created a shuttle schedule. And for all the shuttle \. vice, she also placed much of the blame on the students. residents of Meridian Hill Hall, an express line was bus service '-----'------"-..:...... ___--== According to Ottley, during the last meeting, which was added. u 11 der One The Howanl Uniiersity Shuttle publicized in Blackburn, the Administration building Each shuttle is designed to carry between 70 and 75 shuttle compa- and the dorms. she was the only student that showed passengers. During the morning hours and early ny. This plan is up. evening hours, there is an express bus. designed to "\Ve cannot sit down and complain and then become Stacie Ottley, a member of the committee designed There are nearly 150 seats available to students. maintain the level of transportation efficiency at apathetic when it comes to taking action, said Ottley. to hear the community's concerns regarding the shut­ Currently. There are only 400 residents in Meridian, Howard. "This is our money and our service. Studen1s need to tle service, says that schedule is not the only problem and according to Coleman, there is ample room and "The shuttle is not a chauffeur service. It is offered be active." convenient scheduling for students to enjoy a com­ to assist and give a fair and safe means of transporta­ - saftely is on the list, too. Ottley acknowledged that fortable ride to and from campus. tion," said Coleman. a shuttle has been designed to meet the needs of stu- Law Students Urge Swygert Conduct Code Revision to Increase School Funds Draws Fierce Debate Continued from Al Continued from Al For many of the nearly school, I have no confi­ student leaders, drafted addressed overnight. 60 students who attended dence in this administra­ letters and petitions. "I think what's happen­ Undergraduate Trustee. "No deci­ dent's registration," if he deter­ ''President Swygert should never Tuesday's gathering, the tion." "The next step was to ing here is a combination sion should be made without prop­ mines that student's behavior is ha\'e the exclusive power to expel a meeting served a reverse I can't believe he's going conduct a town meeting. of youth and immaturi­ er student dialogue,'' Hutto said. "not in concen with the best inter­ student simply because he finds his purpose. to disrespect us," said she added." ty," said Bahar. "HU can't HUSA President-elect Neville ests of the safety, health, or welfare or her actions displeasing,'' said "As was demonstrated , third-year law student First-year Jaw student just snap its finger and Welch said administrators are of the University community." freshman engineering major Erick Swygen does not get the Lakeisha Harrison. " I Ardrelle Bahar said emo­ make things happen a11empting to alleviate concerns Thal phrasing troubles some stu­ Watson. message," said third-year think that we have con­ tions at Tuesday's meet­ overnight. They are will­ over the code. "The president made dents, many of whom interpret the law student Charles ducted ourselves in a pro­ ing ran high, and that Law ing to listen to the stu­ a commitment not to decide over change as an expansion of presi­ See CODE A2 "Every studen1, Williams. "This is about fessional manner and School students' dents. it just takes time." the summer,'' Welch said. Welch is dential power at the expense of their the soul of this law have gone through our demands will not be regardless of what he or she does, one of five student representatives righ1 to free expression. is guaranteed a hearing before his on the committee drafting the code. In addition. rhe enrollmem of stu­ peers,'' Hullo said. Many students have complained dents convicted of infractions as Under the proposed revision to the about the lack of student represen­ minor as a misdemeanor, could code. the president wou\d have the tation on rhe Committee. "The potentially result in an indefinite authority lo suspend students ratio of students 10 administrators suspension from 1he University: accused of wrongful ac1ion, expel [on the committee] is pathetic," Welch said he doesn't plan to let them from University housing or Hutto said. Students make up a the revised code of conduct pass ban them from campus. quarter of the committee. unless limits in presidential author­ According to a draft of the re\'iscd Attempts to reach President ity arc added to the code. As a rem­ code. student-led rallies would be THE MAVERICKS Swygert for comment for this story edy. Welch said he would like to sec TRAMPOLINE permitted, but only if they do not were unsuccessful. more balance in the relationship ''disrupt regular essential opera­ Under the proposed revisions 10 between students and the adminis­ tions of the Universities or signifi­ the code of student conduct', the tration. 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,' 'l THE HILLTOP I SATURDAY, MAY 9, 1998 A4 IMPUS Housing Rates Spiked By Six Percent

Keene said the Office will begin "regular routine By RAFIAH DAVIS work," such as painting and minor repairs, on the Hilltop Staff Writer residence halls. He added that the University may repair the existing elevator or add another elevator in Drew Hall. The Office of Student Life will raise the cost of Renovations in Truth and Crandall Halls in Tubman campus housing by 6-percent next year, a move Quadrangle are expected to start this summer, Keene which will generate $822,000 for 1he University's said. General Fund, officials said. And despite the results of a recent survey of 100 Office of Residence Life dean William V. Keene Meridian Hill H~ll students, which found that the said the housing rate increase was necessary because majority supported restoring that dorm's cafeteria, the University has generally offered lower housing the University has no plans to do so. Keene said that rates than other Universities, and the cost of main­ roughly 70-percent of students surveyed said they taining Howard's dormitories is on the rise. would sign-up for a meal plan if it were a pre-requi­ "We're t.rying to gradually increase rates to cover site to reopen the cafeteria. expenses," Keene said. "The cafeteria in Meridian is far from a done deal," While the increase will raise more than three-quar­ Keene said, adding that the University is still ters of a million dollars for the University's General mulling over proposals to install cable television Fund, if campus-wide dormitory occupancy reaches campus-wide. 84-percent, the school could make more than$ I 2.6 But even before the housing rate increase, dormito­ million, Keene said. ry residents were complaining about campus hous­ The housing rate increase immediately raised con­ ing. Now that the price has gone up, some students cern among many students, such as freshman biolo­ are weighing their options. gy major Kanika Harris. Nkosa Cctewayo, a freshman communications Harris, who was assigned to live in the Howard major, is currently searching for a house to share Plaza Towers East next fall, is concerned about the with friends in the fal l. housing increase. "I think it's a shame that Howard "The dorm prices are too high," complained consistently increases their costs. Six percent may Cetewayo. "They charge too much, and I don't like seem small, but it has a big effect." the restrictions that the University housing puts on ·Freshman Keith Brownhill said he does not think a students." housing rate increase is necessary. "I don't see why File Photo we need an increase in housing when every year Howard University Plaza Towers, residence hall. there's an increase in tuition," Brownhill said. "It's costing more to go to school, and there is no improvement." Library Searches for Ways to Keep Books In-house

financial resources go to hiring ed 10 prevent book theft is book MAIRE BRENNAN a PERFECT TIME By LYNN SIMMONDS staff, purchasing and updating com­ check at the exit. The check is a Hilltop Staff Writer puters. backup to the alarm system. The administrarors compensate for the loss of books by expanding ··we have 'O be fair and check all During the last few weeks of the in other areas. such as providing bags," said Guyton. ll is not uncom­ semester, many students have more than 3,000 full text journals mon for student employees to get crowded in the library 10 study and that are accessible on-line in all embarrassed when asking faculty $13.99 CO $B.99 CA do research. \Vith Howard libraries and dorms. and older patrons to open their University's current library system, bags. many students' searches are unpro­ In order to regain some of the CURVE ductive. COME CLEAN University's missing books, the Mr. Mekkawi stated that students libraries have occasionally contribute 10 tbe problem of mi ss­ Dwight Greene, a freshman announced "forgiveness clays," on ing and stolen books by allempting telecommunications major, said he which all overdue books can be to "protect material so they can could not find a book he needed for turned in without penalties. The find them later." Purposefully mis­ a term paper in the library. When library administrators oppose to placing books in different areas he asked a library employee for doing this too often, however, out of makes it difficult for hbrar} staff to help, he received this response: "If $13. 99 co fear that students will come to help ~tudents locate a book when it i1·s not on the shelf, we don't have depend on it. Mr. Mekkawi cautions is needed. Students will often tear it.'" This is the response rbat many students that sooner or later they pages in the book, rendering it use­ CHERRY P0PPIN1 OA00IES say they students receive. will have to pay the fines, and all less to other patrons. Mekkawi and ZOOT SUIT RIOT The problem of missing books is fines must be paid before graduat­ Guyton both agreed that the stu­ a large concern of the library. Due ing. When overdue fees reach $25, dents arc only hurting themselves to such a large volume of books, the student is no longer allowed to by continuing this type of behavior. determining how many of them a.re borrow books. missing is very difficult unless an Ms. Guyton encourages students inventory is conducted. However, ln this upcoming 1998- 1999 to look carefully and then ask for Mohamed Mekkawi, Director of school year, library administration help. She cites that often times stu­ $13.99 CO $B.99 CA Founders Library, says that con­ will make it easier for students to dents do 1101 write down the correct ducting an inventoty is just too use library resources, and more dif­ or entire call number, or they do not expensive. "The question at hand is FUEL ficult for students to abuse them. know how to look up the books SUNBURN a question of where to spend the Students will no longer have to using the call number system. If a money that we have," Mekkawi bring in the books they want book cannot be found, a Search said. renewed, but simply fill out a form Request Form should be filled out. instead. Librnry adminis.trators will Book replacement can then be The libraries have an "Adopt-A­ seek 10 tighten security to deter the taken care of on an individual Shelf" program, in which, volun­ theft of books. basis. teers do an inventory and organize $13.99 CO $B.99 CA the book stacks, section by section. According to Clara Guyton, "We (library administrators) make Mr. Mekkawi said that with 2.8 Coordinator of Access Services in improvements by what our youth 1nillion books, it is too massive an the Undergraduate Library, one say they need," said Guyton. DAVINA operation to undergo. Instead, method the library has implement- BEST Q, 80TH WORLDS Comedy Magazine in the Works at HU "The motive for the magazine is could swell the number of Black whether he will accept the pro- to give an outlet to urban satire," writers - all by using Howard posal, officials remain optimistic. says Stephney, who also operates University as a spring board. "We remain committed to this $13.99 CO $B.99 CA StepSun records and has produced "All one has to do is turn on the projecl. We are awaiting word on groups such as Public Enemy. "It's UPN or WB Network and see tliat the proposal and we are hopeful," really a good-faith attempt on we don't have strong writers who said Nesta Bernard, Director of JOHN SCOFIELO Rock's part to nurture the come- interpret our culture," Stephney Alumni Affairs. A Go G o dy environment in the African- said. "Most Black sitcoms suffer. Barlow said the humor maga- Amcrican community." zinc would not have trouble ~ -~.••,··, ,_John scot·. ·o., · ·¥,, A 1efd1 The magazine would mirror ''M t Bl k 't .. ~ f finding writers or an ·. ""-" · .. §OGQ; the popular Harvard Lampoon. OS ac SI COIDS Swier romaccepting audience here at l ltLY MA RTIR . . ~~ JOHil f.UOUKI . IJ1 Foun~ed in 1876, the Lampoon a lack of strong comedy structure the University. , CHRIS WOOD . ~ COl~tnbutors have gone on toand joke writing Some have "When the School of A GUITAR•i;>RIVEN G~OOVE MACHltlE write for shows such as • • ••• Communications held it's $13.99 cc "Seinfeld," "Saturday Night White writers writing for a Black end oflhe year talent show, Live," and "The Simpsons."audience." two students who won For the be,t new mu,ic. . .lt has to be HMV. And late-night talk show host prizes beat most of the fac- Conan O'Brien wrote for thP ully by using comedy acts Lampoon before graduating from from a lack of strong comedy that were well developed," said Harvard in 1985. structure and joke writing. Some Barlow. "The talent is here.'" Frustrated at the abundance of have White writers writing for a Lampoon alumni in tbe comedy Black audience." writing industry, Rock conceived Although the University is still the idea to launch a magazine that awaiting a response from Rock on THE HILLTOP I SATURDAY, MAY 9, 1998 AS I JV Plans to Revitalize GA Ave. Gains Fuel

involved in the planning process. "Howard University is taking By ANGELICA MORRISON Smith said he hopes that the corri­ responsibility forthe corridor- as Hilltop Staff Writer dor will become just as successful it should," said Andree Gandy, as it was in the past. executive director of PIC. Georgia Avenue, the largest com­ Georgia Avenue was the once a "Economic development is hard mercial corridor in the District of prosperous business corridor. But and it takes perseverance. lt is good Columbia, will be revitalized ofcompetition from suburban mar­ that Howard is interested," said City through the collaborative efforts of kets and changing demographics Council member Charlene Drew business owners and community retail activity dropped its viability. Jarvis, who is also involved in the members. "The corridor deserves lots of planning process. The International House of attentipn, and valuable changes Before construction begins, some Pancakes, Morrison's Cafeteria, need to be made," said Jonathan business owners and community Pay Jess Shoe Source and \Ve stern Utomi, member of the Peoples members say that the issue of crime Auto are some of the businesses Involvement Corporation. along the corridor must be that community members hope will Revitalization on the corridor will addressed. occupy the estimated 120,000 begin from S Street on the south Reconstruction of the corridor square feet of usable space along side to Eastern Avenue on the north could, according to the economic the corridor. The date of the arrival side. The revitalization process has study, reduce crime. of the new businesses has not been been divided into three sections. "It's like a western movie," said determined. Sections one and two of the revi­ Lester Jinkins, who owns both res­ According to an economic devel­ talization plan include the area of idential and commercial property opment survey by the RER 7th and S Streets to Rock Creek along the corridor. Economic Consultants, most of the Church Road, where Howard He described instances where his available sales is now empty, University and the Peoples tenants told him that they were disheveled buildings and vacant Involvement Corporation are active afraid to enter and to exit their lots. community members. homes. "It's ironic to be in the School of Developments such as improved Jinkins said that illicit activities on Closed shops along Georgia Avenue. Business, looking across the street parking, new health care facilities the corridor, such as prostitution and seeing businesses that aren't as and additional office spaced have and drug trafficking, prevent him good as they could be," said been proposed. from making money. Community leaders and business "I close at five and I feel like I'm Howard University student Isa The study determined that experts say the area can utilize its "We can' t bring change if we don't Abdu1°Ralunan, who expressed an owners say they welcome any sup­ turning my property over to the Georgia Avenue has 260 retail economic potential and attract new have a strategy," said City Council port they can muster from Howard drug dealers." interest in the revitalization of the stores, and with good planning, businesses. member Frank Smith, Jr. , who is corridor. University. 'UniverCity' Plan Calls for New Eames, Jahi Constructions if Community Approves Announce City All universities in the District -­ pattern of excluding the communi­ ing a state of the art Health Science By APRILL 0. TURNER including Howard -- devise plans ty. Library, and renovating the Miner Hilltop Staff Writer for the building projects they fore­ "The community would like to be Building -- converting it into the Council Run see at their institutions. Since these more involved as to what is taking home of the National Center for the If the Central Campus Plan wins changes not only affect the schools, place on the. campus," said Study of African-American community and Howard by the approval of the community, but the local community as weJJ, all Norman. "For example if First Heritage and Culture. By ANGELICA MORRISON and implementing community major changes will take place. plans must be approved by the Lady Hillary Clinton comes to If approved, the plan would also MAYA JACKSON policing. He said this will make The Strategic Framework For Board of Zoning Adjustments speak, the community would like to create a Student Organization Hilltop Sta.If Writers the area safer for bc-th the dis­ Action is a major force in the devel­ (BZA). Howard's Campus Plan will be notified and included in such an Center in the space now occupied tricfs residents and area stu­ opment of the plan . Named go before the BZA on July 15 event." by the School of Education, and the Howard University alumni dents. "UniverCity 20/20," the plan Tony Norman, chairman of the Norman quickly pointed out that University Book Store would move Baxuti Jahi is running for a seat 'The elections are Sept. 15, shapes the direction the University Howard University Community community residents supported the in to the Howard Center on Georgia on the City Council, Ward 1 1998. Students and communi1y take in the next decade. Relations Committee and member University's decision against clos­ Avenue. Community leader with the Democrat Pany. residents who are registered ro The Campus Plan, drafted each of the Pleasant Plains Civic ing city streets. That decision bol­ Norman Wood, of the Central His competitor, Nick Eames, vote in the district may partici­ decade by the University, includes Association, backs the plan, pro­ stered community support for the Northwest Citizens Association, who is attends the University, is pate in the election. all upcoming building projects and viding tne University upholds its Campus Plan, he said. sees no major stumbling blocks running with the Umoja Party. Emphasizing unity between face-lifts the Un iversity will under­ part of the deal. In the University's las t campus with the plan and thinks there Eames and Jahi said if they both the University and the commu­ go. "We are in favor of the Campus plan. some changes to the shou ld be no problems when pre­ receive a position on the coun­ nity, Jahi said, ''This is Howard The 1998 Central Campus Plan Plan, providing that certain stipu­ University included the building of sen ted 10 the BZA. cil, they plan to work together to with the community- not proposes eleven projects -- only lations are met," said Norman. "The Howard Plaza Towers East and "I think that this Campus Plan is benefit the community and the Howard and then the communi­ two of which arc new construc­ University has promised to reduce West, the Bethune Hall Annex, much better than the one presented University. ty." tions. The remaining projects the amount of traffic into the com­ additions to Cook Hall, and the in 1988," said Wood. "The plan has Jahi said he plans to umtc 1he involve the renovation and re-use of munity, and to make the communi­ construction of the parking lot at been reviewed by the association current buildings. The plan also ty more a part of campus activities," Fifth and Oakdale Streets. three times, we do not find any calls for the demolition of one Norman said, expressing concern In the current Campus Plan, the major opposition to it." building, the \.Vomen's Gynuiasium. of what he call ed the Un iversity's University has proposed construct- ••••••••••••• McDonald's Awards $500 There is some question Scholarships to Campus Pals as to where pizza was invented. There is no question as to where it was reinvented.

Chevy Chase Pavilion 5345 Wisconsin Ave., NW 2nd Level, Next to [mbassy Suites ( (202) 363-6650 I/ Connecticut Avenue 1260 Connecticut Ave., NW at NStreet r- (202) 331 -4020 imS/IV98 Dine-In or Take-Out participation in campus organizations and and Johnson. McDonald's scholarships were awarded to grade point average. Both of thehe scholarship recipients partic­ Howard University Campus Pals Stephanie McDonald's not only offers scholarships, ipated in the Campus Pal organization for two Mi!lcr and Sam.iayah Johnson. but they also assist Campus Pals by wel­ years and will be graduating seniors next year. 10% Off Miller and Johnson each received $500 coming incoming freshmen to the University. scholarships during the annual Campus Pal's Les Brown, the manager of the Georgia --Angelica Morrison banquet on April the 26. Avenue McDonald's, presented the scholar­ The decisions were based on the students' ships and complimentary T-shirts to Miller . .

THE HILLTOP I SATURDAY, MAY 9, 1998 A6 ATIO N ORLD High School Graduation Rates College Students Rise Among Blacks, Latinos Gettin' Good country. As a result, thousands of High School in New Mexico has growth among African-American :By N,\TALIE REID students are forced to attend private received large funding by business high school graduates will take Fares on the 'Net ' Hilltop Staff Writer institutions tha1 cost thousands of and community leaders to redevel­ place in the South. such as check-in gu idelines, air­ doll ars. op its curriculum. The initialivc Last year, African Americans rep­ By NATALI E R EID port maps, scat charts and flight '. The high school graduation rate La-Kia Lester, 10, was moved began to curb the school's escalat­ resented roughly one-quarter of Hilltop Staff Writer routes. 'for Blacks will rise 12 percent from Yarc Middle School in South ing high school drop out rate. public high school graduates in The travel intelligence supplies ,nationwide, by the year 2012. The Philadelphia to S1. Thomas Today, Rio Rancho has multiple Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, As the Internet becomes a major graphical information that gives ,graduation rate for Lati nos living in Aquinas, a parochial school. It campuses and students have the Maryland and several other busin~s markc1place, many large travclc~s a chance to sec 1he inte­ 'the western part of the nation will cosls her parenls $1,400 a year for opportumty to choose from various Southern states. airline companies are creating rior and exterior of the plane ,increase 30 percent, according to a tuition. fields of study. Each campus offers With the increased number of web sites that allow web-surfers, before the actual travel date. ;recent College Board study. Yare Middle School faces not only opportunities with local businesses minority students, education such as college students, a chance Airline web site features are fast Experts say the increased number 1he problem of ove1°population, ii for guidance and internships. experts say that state and federal to book flights on their comput­ ways of gaining information on •of students of color enrolled in the is also filled with dismal test "Americans need to take respon­ governments should increase fund­ ers. specials and holiday packages. lnation's high schools will bolster scores and street violence jusl out­ sibility to make sure that children ing for programs to insure that Stu• United Airlines' web site gives It also eliminates telephone con- I he demand for change in America's side are given the best education," Mock dents from all ethnic groups receive i students fast and relalively valu­ 1ac1 of travel agencies to shop ,school systems. its doors. said. "It takes parents, teachers, qualjty education. able information about their ser­ around for cheap airfares. The long-standing problem of "The government needs 10 devel­ children and the community to Howard Everson, staff member of I vices. For example, s1uden1s arc "Whenever I need to find out ,over-crowded classrooms will spark op the educational syslcm so lhat make sure that the education a child the College Board's Teaching and able to check air fares, sched­ what airlines are currently having la school building boom, exper1s American families are given receives is the best." Learning division said, "We hope ules, flight arrival and departure specials, I go to the web," rsay. option between private and public The majority of students at Rio [1he rates] wi II prompt states and times. Students arc even able to Robinson said. ; "When schools are over-populat­ schools." G_ams said. Rancho arc Latino, and the number communities to evaluate their stan­ retrieve gate information online. These airline web sites also pro­ '.ed there is no way thal teachers Jere Mock, communications of minorities is increasing in New dards and take the necessary steps Freshman Syrec1a Robinson is vide informa1ion on internation­ •and students can meel the academ­ director at the Western ln1erstate Mexico and throughout the western to ensure that all students achieve one of many Howard students al airfares. :ic s1andards," said Janice Garns, Commission for Higher Education, states. According 10 an article pub- to the maximum, regardless of their who log-on to the Internet each "When I go on the 'Net, I am :director of Public Affairs al College said, "Western America's educa­ 1i shed by WICHE and The College backgrounds." week in search ofcheap air fares. Board. tional syslem is better because of Board, 65,200 more Latino"s will able to find tickets to go to the ''I use the airline web sites to Virgin Islands," said senior biol­ Classroom over-population has the strong economic and soc ial fac­ graduate in 200 I than in 1995 and Swjf Writer Natalie Reid rn11 be reached compare air fares between travel .been a problem nationwide, but tors." '96. at ogy major Heather Victorine. [email protected]/11 agenceis and the different air­ Rich Atkinson, marketing direc- mostly in the eastern part of the For example, the Rio Rancho The same ar1icle said the bulk of lines," said Robinson, a market­ 1or at A Better Airfare Travel ing major. Service, said "With the wide use Other students have joined of computers [among Internet clubs such as E-Savers, Americans], not having a web­ U.S. Airways' program, which site for my travel service is like NATION/WORLD BRIEFS sends e-mail notices to members not having a computer." wi1h lists of the week's cheapest The web si1 e provides compre­ air fares each week. hensive information that is quick The Un ited Airline's is one of and easy to read. This web-site U.S. Senate Approves NATO Expansion the airlines which send studen1 e­ allows surfers 10 help themselves approval of all 16 NATO mem­ indeed. for the cause of freedom in border. mail about E-fares on their latest by foll owing the icons of specif• BY TAMARA TOWNSEND bers. When President Clinton rat­ the aftermath of the Cold War:· In the years since the Cold War's fare sales and destination spe­ ic interest. However. if informa­ Hilltop StafjWriter ifies the resolution, the United Critics of the resolution charge end, NATO has been restructured cials every Wednesday. These tion is not clear, telephone num­ States will become the fifth coun­ the expansion, if passed, could to play a larger role in the eco­ airfares are low rate ticket prices bers are available at the bouom of Amid fierce controversy: the U.S. try to support the resolution, join­ strain U.S. relations wi1h Russia nomic resurgence of Europe. 1ha1 are reasonable for a college the page to obtain more informa• Senate has approved a resolution ing Canada, Germany, Denmark and create a new iron curtain The expansion will cost the orga­ student budget. Joe Nelson, cus- tion. to expand the No rth At lantic and Norway. across Europe. The expansion will niza1ion SI 25 billion over the next 1omer service representative for Even though airl ine web-sites Treaty Organization's membership President Clinton called the allow the U.S. to build more mili­ 13 years, with both Eastern and Un ited Airlines said, "E-fares can are a convenient resource for trav­ to include Poland. Hungary and Sena1e's approval of the resolu- tary bases in Europe and penetrate Western European nations picking only be purchased on elers, most surfers prefer to use the Czech Republic. 1ion a "great day not only for mili1ary and security systems in up 85-pcrcenl of 1he bill. Wednesdays within 2-i hours. 1ravel agencies. One such per~on The additions requires the Europe and the United States. but countries surrounding the Russian ,, They are adverlised every who prefers 10 use trm cJ sen ices Wednesday and come wirh good is Viciorine. beneflts." "I am able to nego1ia\e prices Tanya Brooks, finance major with \he travel services while I · Nyada, First Black,.Florida Legislators and frequent flyer member, am not able to do so with the said,"Every Wednesday, I look computer." she said. forward to United Airline e-mail­ Travel services provide person­ to Head South Approve Pro-Life ing me with E-farc ticket prices. al contacts wi th someone, but The E-fare provides me with a computers only give written $250 ticket 10 0y 10 Los Angeles, information and contact numbers African Military License Plates where I live." for follow-ups. Airline web-sites oned for five mon ths in 1990. re0cct a political statement agains1 The E-fare provides a variety of :ire plnccs to explore present cdu­ BY TA~IARA TOWNSEND Nyadajoined the South African abortion, not one for adoption. fare prices 10 different dc~tina­ callonal information about air­ Hilltop Staff Writer BY T A~IARA TO\\ NSENO Defonse Force as Chief of Staff in Hilltop Staff Writer Florida's House also killed a pro­ tions across the country and ou1- lines. They allow mrlin.:s to take After decades of involvement in 1994. Since May of 1997, Nyada posal to require teenagers seeking side the United States. their businesses to another level. underground South African poli­ served as deputy chief of the South Florida legislators have passed a abortions in 1ha1 state 10 notify The Internet is a popular \:Veb-siles make traveling easier tics, L L Siphiwe Nyada, last African National Defense Force. bi ll to create "choose life" license their paren1s. resource that makes traveling eas­ by providing a liulc si1e-seeing month, became the firs , Black Former chief of the South plates, allowing drivers to express Pro-choice lawmakers fear the ier because it provides features before travelers make a final South African 10 head that nation's African National Defense Force, their views on abortion. license plates could provoke vio­ such as travel intelligence. This decision. military. Gen. George Miering resigned The license plates will have 1he lence among pro-life advoca1es. feature is found at the Northwest S1t1ff \\ht,•r Namlie Reitl nm l,e In 1976, Nyada fled South Africa early last April afler submitling an slogan "choose lift:" on a bright They quickly pointed the deaths of Airlines \Vor ld Web Travel inaccurate military report to Center. [1 states travel advice rt•<1c/u•tl "' when the Soweto riots began and yellow background wi1h drawings two doctors who were killed oul­ [email protected] joined the mili1ary unit of th e President Nelson Mandela. In that of a smiling girl and boy. side of abortion clinics in Florida African National Congress, report Nyada was named in a con­ A percentage of the $20 license over the last five years. Umkhonto \VeSizwe. spiracy to overthrow the Sou1h plaie's profits will be donated to Florida offers 41 specialty plates ' ...... i ·i In I988, Nyada served as deputy African government and assassi­ private groups that help women that focus on e,ierything from nate President Mandela. head of the ANC's military under­ who wan, to place their children up endangered animals to the ground. As a rcsull of his involve­ for adoption. National Hockey League's Florida ment, he was arrested and impris- The bill's critics say the plates Panthers. The Right Direction ()(1 0 Can Make All C ~ } :Debate Rages Over Rights of Student Newspapers ' •------Goodman said. and both edges are being used "One of the things I think we need The Difference. I By Susan Carroll Congress passed FERPA, as the againsl the campus community." to study is what happened at the •: U11i1'ersity ofAri;:;011a 1974 law is known, to prohibit Mitchell said. University of Georgia," he said. I schools from releasing students' He said many universities use Good man said open judicial hear­ ! TUSCON. Ariz., - As college "personally identifiable informa- FERPA as a shield against releasing ings have no negative conse­ !p~csscs across the country gear up tion. information that would put the quences, and 1he same number of Kids need a lot of direction to know which way i~ ; for major court baulcs defending "The law is so abused, it's so con­ school in an unfavorable light, but witness would come forward in the up. Especially when they're learning to read. That's ; students' right to campus informa­ fusing," Goodman said. "In my there is no punishment for releasing open couns. National Tests why they need people like you. i tion, the fu1ure of college newspa------the informa­ A case that hit the Ohio state i' pers remains less 1han secure. tion when Supreme Court forced Miami Show40% We'll give education awards of nearly $5,000 to '. Mark Goodman, executive direc­ "(Family Educational Rights and they choose University of Ohio to release stu­ people who help kids learn to read by joining '. 1or of the Arlington, Ya.,-based to. dent disciplinary records to its Of All Children ; Student Press Law Center, last Privacy Act) is a two-edged sword, and "F'ERPA school paper. Bu t these changes AmeriCorps*VISTA. You could be one of them. ; week guided journalism s1udents has become have only come in two states. Read Below both edges are being used against the As an AmaiCorps*VISTA member, you'll gain real­ : through a maze of court cases campus community;' a law that Goodman said. :. defending students' right to publish schools can "The solution ultimately has to be Grade Level. worl

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In a six-page grievance leuer sent to President n Monday, during their long-awaited meet­ Swygert, the Jaw students outlined their dissatisfac­ ing with President H. Patrick Swygert, tion with the school's curriculum as well as their rec­ students in the Howard University School ommendations on how to solve the problems. of Law received a bit more than they bar- Among the students' concerns is the lack of a 0 cashier at the Van Ne.ss campus. gained for. Law school students argue that their curriculum has In addition to these concerns, the law students also lost focus from its historical mission, which was to train have major qualms about their academic faci lity. lawyers capable of "fighting for the civil rights and AlO-minute video sent out with their grievance letter human rights for all within the nation and across the told a tale of poor facilities in dire need of repair. world." Everything from leaky ceilings, garbage in the hall­ The students also argue that the courses offered at the ways, insufficient computer facilities, and fire code WE WELCO1\1E YOUR LETTERS AND COMMENTS Law School do not adequately prepare all of its students violations highlight some of the students' concerns to pass the Bar Exam. They are calling for a stronger with their facility. THE HILLTOP encourages you to share your views, opinions and ideas. We curriculum, and a larger role in shaping policies that Rightly dissatisfied with their facility and the indif­ publish only material addressed to us and routinely edit letters for space and style. affect their lives as students. ference they are met with by top university officials. In our opinion, the Law School students have attempt­ one can only conclude that Howard University Law Letters as well as commentaries must be typed and signed with full addresses and ed to resolve their grievances in an appropriate man­ Students are of minor importance to the administra­ telephone numbers. ner. For example, on April 14, students held their first tion. The opinions expressed on the Editorial Page are solely the views of the Editori­ "Family Meeting" to discuss with President Swygert The concerns of any of the graduate or professional al Board, and do not reflect the opinions of Howard Universif); its administration, their concern over the course the school is taking. schools are the concerns of all of the students, and More than half the Law School students were present law students' concerns deserve to be dealt with fairly THE HILLTOP Board or the students. at that meeting, but President Swygert was not. Instead, and swiftly. P\ease address \etters and comments to: Provost and Chief Academic Officer Antoine Garabaldi Though the students have adhered to the proper Senior Editorial Editor came to inform students that President Swygert had channels to effect change by drafting petitions, send­ TheHiJJtop another engagement that day. ing off letters, and having student leaders meet with 2251 Sherman Ave. NW A second opportunity was extended to the president the administration, as of yet their efforts have not on April 27. A disappointed group of law students borne any fruit. Washington, D.C. 20001 showed up, only to find President Swygert no where Change does not occur immediately, but sitting or via em.ail at to be found. During the second meeting, no one from down to listen and talk is a start. [email protected] the administration was present. - THE AD POLICY PROFESSOR BARRY? The Hilltop always favored by politicos or university presidents deadline for bent on circumventing the popular will. he dangling of a professorship before D.C. Universities and Congress only strengthen their well­ advertisements is the Mayor Marion Barry in exchange for not earned reputations as bastions of elitism when it Friday before publication. seeking a fifth term in office smacks of engages in mean-spirited tactics such as these. The sheer elitism and a gross disrespect for vot- push to buy-out Barry is part of a lru·ger, more sinister We require seven days prior notice. ersT here in the nation's capital -· the "seat of democra­ plot to render democracy in the nation's capital effec­ cy." tively dead. A 15-percent design fee will be charged to all accounts Efforts to silence the will of the people is the fuel The powers that be•· out of sheer arrogru1ce disguised s_ub1nitting non-camera ready artwork and requests for behind attempts to offer Barry a rotating professorship as genuine concern for the District's welfare -- have vir­ in the Washington Metro Area Consortium. Proponents tually stripped Mayor Barry of the ability to do what specific placement on a page. The Hilltop accepts checks, money orders and of such a move say that if Barry were to accept a cushy the voters of this city elected him to do on four sepa­ professorship, he won't bother to seek a fifth term in rate occasions: The task of governing the nation's cap­ cash. Classified, campus and local advertisers must remit payment upon place­ office. ital. To get an idea of the magnitude of the attack, as ment of order. The Hilltop has the right to refuse any ad. So much for political impartiality in the halls of recently as three years ago, 35,000 municipal employ­ academe. ees were under Mayor Barry's authority. Today, that fig­ Call 202.806.6866 for rates. "No one can bribe me out of running," Bany has said. ure stands at barely over 400. Maybe not. But if schools truly wish to manipulate the Rogue powers claim to know better than the voters outcome of elections, instead of auempting to lure the who should hold control. The trouble with such an out­ Mayor out of City Hall, universities should hold voter look is that it runs conu·ary to the democratic ideals of registration drives. Then again, doings things right isn't our government.

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existence with its Arab neighbors in the Middle. East? _ Former Israeli Prime Minister Shimon Peres provid­ he steady round of applause by mainstream ed a solution to the strife in that region:"To keep Israel media, occasioned by the 50th Anniversary as a Jewish state, we need a Palestinian state. The of Israel's birth, ignores the plight of more choice is between a binational state, or a binational than 750,000 Palestinians uprooted to make T tragedy, if you will -- and two states," Peres said. room for Jewish settlers. The deplorable acts of terrorism ignited by several In the flickering light of bursting fireworks in the skies Palestinian groups has done nothing to gain a sympa­ over Jerusalem during the anniversary celebrations, thetic ear in the West. But such zealotry is born of a many Palestinians have resigned themselves to remem­ desire to regain ance.stral property. And the violent acts bering "Al-Naqba," Arabic for "Great Catastrophe." of a desperate few cannot be used to determine the fate Their lament continues to go unheeded. of an entire people. Palestinians, who once accounted for 70-percent of Regardless of how many handshakes between oppos­ the population and owned 92-percent of the land now ing leaders are broadcast here in the United States, no called Israel, were allocated barely half the land. The matter how many photographs depicting President United Nations, which helped establish Israel in 1948, Bill Clinton interceding for peace are captured on estimates that roughly 8 million Palestinians remain film, a lasting peace will never be realized until Pales­ scattered throughout the region •· homeless and with­ tinians have what is rightfully theirs -- a place to call out a nation to call their own. their home. Is it really a wonder why Israel maintains an uneasy

• THE HILLTOP I SATURDAY, MAY 9, 1998 A8 ERSPECTIVES

i 'i.,. •. ,. . ... ·,~ ' ~ . ' . . -~ ::.•~:-·, · · KEviN 'PdwELL '• ' ' * #• -. A • •• : J • 1/-V· LA1vw '5CElmini-autobiography of Gates inside young hoodlums arc part of rhe I entered Howard in August of ed. first day of :spring. It's the peace­ instead of shielding me from ir. I a documentary ostensibly about same community l belong to." I 993. Howard is a different place The experiences of freshman year fulness of 'Ihe Yard covered with thank you for giving me the ,. black class issues'! And do we real­ The challenge for Gates and the than when 1 entered. Those who have shaped the man 1 am \oday. As freshly-fallen snow. It's the intensi­ strength to handle my battles and ly care if Gates was terrified of the others is this: if you are serious arrived on The Yard that fall will 1 reflect on my involvement, I sec ty of the Homecoming Stepshow grow not only in spite of them, but Black Panther Party, or that he about examining the two nations of remember the construction site that instances when l have made hard and the elegance of the Charter because of them. The degree l seems to have been a part of every black America, you must also be later became the Bethune Hall decisions. As Mr. Howard. a mem­ Day Dinner. receive today is for you. Civil Rights organization? serious abou t examining yourselves Annex, and an eyesore on the Hill ber of the Undergraduate Student It's the emotion of a speakout and Finally, I thank you for recogniz­ The bigger piece missing from and your class actions. Otherwise, that has u·ansformed into the newly­ Assembly and president of the Beta the politics of protest. It's Howard ing the love I have for Howard. My both the documentary and contem­ we are left, again, with armchair renovated Howard f-fall. Your par­ Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha, J'vc vs. Morehouse or Howard vs. life is now a part of Howard's lega­ porary black critici sm of the black quarterbacks who appear to have no ents probably stayed at the now­ been more than busy. Hampton - everyone knows who cy. And for that, J am thankful. underclass is an honest assessment vis ion, and no hope for the whole defunct Howard Inn and were I've grown into an individual wit h the real HU is. of the real victories and losses of of black America. greeted by former President ambition and a drive as boundless Nelson Mandela knows. Bishop the Civil Rights Movement, and Franklyn Jenifer. as the human capacity to dream. So, Desmood Tutu know~. I've heard Christopher J. Tyson 1s a gmc/u how that movement helped draw a Ke1•i11 Powell, a S)'ndicmed That first semester was colored I urge those who remain to not be them speak 10 me at the Mecca. ming senior in the School ofArchi­ solid line between the black middle co/1111111ist, is the author of Keepi11 with hits from Supcrcat. A Tribe careless and drift aimlessly through I marched with a million black tecture. class and the black poor. It Real: Post-MTV Reflections 011 Called Quest, and R. Kelly. Those this once in a lifetime opportunity men. I lived in Drew Hall. I lived in How many pundits, Gates includ- Race, Sex a11d Class. who li ved in Drew Hall didn't have called Howard. Challenge yourself the Towers. I did Power Hali. I per-

·~ .,,·~l'?!"~'"'"•...... :.~ JUBI 0. HEADLEY, JR. · - .BRIAN J. Cox • . . . One Soul, At a Cross Roads In Retrospect t was with a profound sense of pride that I be violated just one more time, whose actions became watched C-Span broadcast the Human Rights the foundation for the modern lesbian and gay civil t's May 9th, and most of us trekking elsewhere from?" And number three: "What's your major?" Campaign's National Dinner in Washington, last rights movement. for the summer arc saying good-bye -- if not until All that was repeated so often, "conversations" felt I the next college reunion. at least for a brief like deja-vu. November. \Vho in our community can fail to appre­ The marginalization comes as a surprise lo no one. I ciate that significant historical moment when our pres­ This is old territory for us, particularly for the thou­ three months of interning, summer schooling or just Communal living became part and parcel of Jiving ident became the first in our nation's history to address sands of African-American lesbian and gay activists plain kicking-it. at Drew. "Mi casa es su casa," could be the official a national gay civil rights organization? around the nation. My community needs to assess For my partners at Charles R. Drew Hall, the ninth slogan. If you neglected to write down just who bor­ What held even greater meaning to me was the HRC's whether we have been entirely vigilant in claiming our of May marks the conclusion of an experience that - rowed what item -- and when -- SOITY, you were j usl presentation of its first National Civil Rights Award to place at the table. - for better or worse•· will be carried with us through out of luck. Kiss that broom, extension cord or set of Dorothy Height and Wade Henderson of the Leader­ None of us can afford to take outmoded stereotypes our lifetimes. head phones good-bye. ship Conference on Civil Rights. with us into the next millennium, regardless of how we From the day I first entered Drew, I knew I was in Right now, some shcisty individual is watchfog I was witnessing a meeting of two movements, two identify ourselves. To do so would be a mistake for all for something unforgeuable: Speakers thumping "Tri­ John Travolta and Samuel L Jackson discuss over­ communities-· African American, lesbian and gay -­ of us. umph" by \1/u-11111g, rattling the foundation of the seas McDonald's cuisine on my Pulp Fiction tape. in wh ich I am proud to claim membership. Richly-endowed organizations and backward initia­ building at four in the morning. while aspiring politi­ Pam Grier's Foxy Brown is busy palling down her afro My pride soon became tempered by a feeling of tives across the country arc poised to nullify our hard­ cians vied for the people's a11cntion. on the screen of somebody else's television. unease. [ felt that this moment, despite its impact, was won success. They are well-oiled machines with state Roughly 250 young black men from across the Moochers! lacking. Something was missing. That something, I and local chapters. They have many names, but a com­ nation and world descended opon Drew in August. Through nights studying for exams, faces illumi­ came to realize. was me -- or at least someone who mon agenda: To render us si lent and invisible on issues While l don't prcntnd that all come away from their nated by the glow of Jerry Springer's staged fights on looked, lived and loved like me. of race, gender, class and sexuality. Drew experience as conscious, sage individuals ready the WB Network, we made it through the first year. My community -- broadly defined as gay, lesbian, Can we effectively retain our success and furrher our to take their positions as teachers, physicians and cap­ Despite the feca l surprises left on the shower floors, bisexual and transgendered -- is at a cross roads. cause with fractured dialogue and separate but equal tains of industry, many of us leave Drew Hall vastly fires in trash cans, screaming ambulances singing us Think of it as a variatioo on what W.E.B. DuBois agendas? _ different people. to bed with tl1eir Drew Hall lullabies, we have sur­ called "the crisis of double consciousness.,,. African­ If the mission of the National Black Lesbian and Gay Ah yes, those good-old days of freshman orienta­ mounted barriers and soaked up wisdom. Amcrican lesbian and gay people arc continually Leadership Forum can be distilled into one goal, it is tion week. Don't dwell upon the worst that's happened. Toke it pulled in two directions: We feel compelled, and are to claim our legacy within the African American and Il was a time when eager-to-mingle freshmen did all and build upon it. lake the setbacks we've suffered, asked to distinguish between our identities as African gay civil rights movements, respectively. they could to swivel the heads of members of the the suspended visitations_, that "C" ort a term paper, Americans and as lesbian and gay people. And it is our right to that legacy which empowers us opposite sex in Blackburn cafeteria. With hair fresh and file them under the beadjng: "Life ,Experience." We don't seem to get very far advancing race and eth­ to claim our rightful leadership roles in both the from the barber shop and new Timberlands still Before you close your room's door one more time nici ty issues with the larger lcshian and gay commu­ African American and lesbian and gay civil rights smelling like Foot Locker, we strolled around cam­ on your way home, look in the mirror. You might look nity. Similarly, our efforts 10 include issues relevant to movements -- today and in the future. pus, surveying all that was now ours. roughly the same, despite that new "freshman 15" ' lesbian and gay people have not significantly impact­ As we approach the millennium, we can take advan­ We were the masters of ow· domain , at least, until poundage. You probably know more people from ' ed upon the African-American political agenda. tage of a historical opportunity for empowerment and the upperclassmen trickled in and set things straight. more places than you ever did at any time in your 1ife. Perhaps most critically, same gender loving folks of change; it is ours to seize or to discard. We now say The wall near the Quad wailed its siren call, and You are part of a legacy which cannot be denied. African descent often feel that our contributions to each without arrogance that our vision for the next millen­ newly-minted Drew residents came scuttling from all Tumble these things around in your brain, whether of these communities have been historically over­ nium is one in which dialogue wi ll not begin witl1out directions to perch upon its rust-colored bricks. By you call Drew, the Quad, Meridian or any of the res­ looked or min imized. us, around us, or in spite of us•· but with us and initi­ the females of Tubman, we sat down. There we sat, idence halls your home. Close the door. Turn in your Our legacy is rich and undeniable. We can point to ated by us. until we remembered the pressing requirements of keys at the front desk. And walk away from your so many individuals who have been agents for change college-level homework. building as someone new. in our crusade for civil rights. Just a few of the many Jubi D. Headle)\ Jr. is 1he executive director of 1he Three essential questions issued from everyone's who come 10 mind are Baynard Rustin, Audre Lourde, Washi11gton-based National Black Lesbian and Gay mouths at the first ice cream social and at clubs like Brian J. Cox is the Senior Editorial Editor of James Baldwin, Angela Davis and the scores of trans­ Leadership Fom111. the Ritz, Spy Club and Quigley's. Number one: The Hilltop. gender and other warriors at Stonewall who refused to "What's your name?" Number two: "Where are you • . .

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:TELEVISION~ -.. - . ~ After Nine Seasons, 'Seinfeld' ...... Bids Farewell

By HEATHER SAVAGE ·, Hilltop Scaff Writer ,: .

night in Julie Reid's room consists of homework, "Seinfeld," and A dinner -- and then more "Seinfeld." Reid, sophomore marketing major, is an avid viewer of one of NBC's top sitcoms -- "Seinfeld." She said she will miss sitting down to a night of two episodes of fresh comedy from the characters. Reid began watching the show when it was first syndicated. Ever since, she has remained one of its many fans. Reid said the Thursday night show stands out from other prime-time sitcoms, because the plots are based off of "nothing." "It doesn't need to end ... it's still funny after all of tl1ese years," Reid said, adding that she is not thrilled about the ending of the "Seinfeld" era. The last "Seinfeld" show is set to air May 14. Most viewers Sl)y they are drawn to "Seinfeld" because of the individu­ ality portrayed in each of the show's characters. From Kramer's silly antics that send him bursting into Jerry's apartment uninvited, to George's dat­ ing problems to Elaine's whining about the simplest of life's problems, fans say they will miss what is arguably one of the quirkiest shows on Amer­ ican television. 'fyra Brown, a sophomore psychology major, said she heard the buzz about "Seinfeld" and finally wanted to become a critic. She grew to enjoy the show, although she admits she is not a die-hard fan. Brown said "Seinfeld" should stay on the air because of the quality it brings viewers as a comedy show. Photo By Edouard Leneus "'Seinfeld" is a show with good wholesome comedy," Brown said. "It is Olive Taylor, history professor who will retire at the close of this semester, talks about her life to a couple of history students. so good because of the humor, as well as the topics which usually deal with real life situations." Brown said that most television programs tend to target a specific seg­ ment of the population, but that "Seinfeld" dared to embrace viewers from many ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds -- even though the show The End of Rn Era had no recurring Black characters. "[The show) has even helped bridge the gap ofracism, because both Black When she began teaching at the University in Tuylor received her high school education from and White people can understand and enjoy the comedy," Brown said. By SUFTYA ABDUR-RAHMAN tlle 1960s, Howard students were demanding Paul Lawrence Dunbar where it was assumed all "We just feel that we did everything we could to make sure the show Hilltop Staff Writer civil rights and protesting national phenomenon, graduates would enro\l in Howard University. stayed on as long as it did," said Matt Gromada, publicist at Castle Rock like the Vie::tnam War. "Under segregation, I attended the Black aca­ Entertainment, the show's production company. live Tuylor's place in Howard Uni­ As students struggled for their voices to be demic high school," she said. "It wasn't much of versity history seems to have been heard, Tuylor found it difficult to work and par­ a choice. After all, this is tlle 'Capstone."' set naturally. After all, four genera­ ticipate in student uprisings. But she managed Unlike many new professors in her era who tions of her family have attended fue and was able to balance the two. strove for positions at White universities, Taylor 0 "Howard brought about social change. I was a was adamant about teaching at Howard. "l did University. But after more than three decades of teaching African-American and U.S. History at part of that," Tuylor said. "Students can't do today not want to go anyplace else," she said. "This was the University, Tuylor has announced her retire­ what we did in the 1960s." the premier Black institution when l was cho­ ment. Tuylor, a native Washingtonian, received her sen." "I'm gonna' sleep for a long time" Taylor said. bachelor's degree in history from the Universi­ It didn't take long for Taylor to realize that her "I' m tired !" ty in 1955 and later moved to New York. She talent to teach could not be contained. "When I Taylor, who has had thousands of students worked at Abraham & Strauss, a clothing store, spoke, people listened to me." Thylor said. clamor for scats in her Frederick Douglass Hall before realizing that her career in fashion did not "My li fe is based upon the realization th at God classes, taught material she learned from leg­ reflect the education she received at Howard. has given me certain gifts. I have always under­ endary Howard professors, such as John Hope So Tuy lor returned to Howard, earning a mas­ stood that such gifts had to be used. I have ded­ Franklin, Rayford Logan and Lorraine Williams. ter's degree in U.S. History while working in a icated my life to bringing those gifts into tlie In the 37 years she has taught at Howard, Tay­ teaching fellowship. By 1968, Thylor was a full­ classroom" she said. lor, 64, has become one of fue institution's leg­ time instructor. And in 1973, she received her Tuylor's dedication to her students paid off in ends. doctorate in history from the University. See TAYLOR, B3 Did You See That... ? War of Words Mounts Late-Night Talk Shows Reel-In College Studen(s Between Rappers on the single. his lyrics were revealed herself as "the oilier woman." The them on. By JENNIFER ANDERSON replaced by Master P.'s. L.L. Cool TASHA STEWART mother claims her daughter's boyfriend, tllough "We love it when they fight," Shavonne By J.'s lyrics remained: young enough to be her own son, is "man Richardson, a sophomore accounting major Hilltop Media Critic Hilltop Staff Writer "Tearing every M.C. at the enough for her." says. "Even though we know some of it's Some call it beef while otllers call game/To play yot1rself out position A group of female Howard University stu­ rigged, it's all entertainment." television screen in a West Towers it sheer drama. and mention my 11a111e/l'II make a dents in night-clothes sit entranced in front of The television show "Extra" recently pro­ dorm room blasts tl1e shrieks of a But the feud between veteran rap­ rhyme for every syllable in your the television, watching the drama unfold. filed J6 former "Springer" guests who claimed A teenage girl whose boyfriend just per L.L. Cool J. and new-comer name/Go platinum for every time ended their relationship to get involved with When the mother and daughter throw punch­ the show's producers told them to lie duriJ1g Canibus has jumped from behind es at each other, they erupt in cheers and urge their appearance on the show. someone else. The young woman's motlier the scenes and into the Listener's ~------~ "The Jerry Springer Show" is known for fly­ ing fists, teenage prostitutes, man-stealing mis­ ear. The war of words is nothing new tresses, and flamboyant drag queens. It even to hip-hop. Battles between KRS- spawned a spin-off video, "Jerry Springer: 1 and MC Shan, and the infamous Too Hot for T.V.," featuring tlie show's out feud between Kool Moe Dee and takes, considered too controversial for televi­ sion. The video is tlie fastest-selling in Amer­ L.L. Cool J. come to mind when looking back on the history of MC ica to date. But the T.V. show, which airs at 11 p.m. every wars. Sparks have been flying between Monday through Friday in tlie D.C. area still keep,s tllese girls and many other Howard stu­ Canibus and L.L. Cool J. ever si nee L.L. dropped Caoibus' verse dents glued to tlicir screens. from his single, "4, 3, 2, l," fea­ Jerry, as well as his late night "trash t. v." talk turing Method Man, Redman and 1.-___;;: show counterparts Jenny Jones and Ricki Lake, DMX. are often criticized for having the most outra­ Photo Courtesy of Universal Records Apparently, L.L. was offended geous guests and unbelievable stories. "Springer," however, has produced a following by Canibus' comments about New Comer, Rap artist Canibus. L.L.'s tattoo. "L.L. told me the that neither Jenny Jones nor Ricki Lake have been able to reproduce. According to a recent reference to the mic on bis arm felt you rhyme *** 011 a train/Watch like I was trying to play him," your mouth, don't ever step out of "Dateline" story, Springer has the number-two rated talk show in America, surpassing even Canibus said in a recent MTV inter­ line/LL Cool J . .. the greatest of view. "So I said, 'All right, I'll come all time." "Oprah" in some regions. The high volume of down and change my verse.' And he Howard students who admit watching bis show Angered, Canibus said he could­ Photo By Edouard Leneus said, you change your verse, I'll n't let the sharp lyrics go unan­ despite its antics confirm tllosc ratings. 'If Students at Slowe Hall watch the Jerry Springer late-night talk show. SeeSHOW, B3 change mine.'" swered. So he issued a venom-fl llcd After Canibus made tl1e changes See RAPPERS, B2 THE HILLTOP I SATURDAY, MAY 9, 1998 B2 RTS TERTAINMENT

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NEW YORK- The wickedest man, NEW YORK-Cam'ron, Untertain­ ·'da girls dem suga," returns with his ment's newest hip-hop sensation, is fourth album, "Many Moods of already making moves up the ladder Moses," released on Shocking of success with the highly-anticipat­ Vibes/VP Records. Moses "Beenie ed I 9-track LP, ·'Confessions of Fire," Man" Davis puts reggae to the test scheduled to be released June 23. with his moods when he successfully Cam ·ron already has a chart-top­ incorporates every aspect of black ping hit with the first single, ·'357," sounds from R&B to hip-hop, from from the Woo soundtrack which fea­ gospel to country-western with rasta · tures samples from the 1980s TV seasonings. show Magnum P.I. Another song on The 24-year-old holds the reign of its way to success features Mase in Dancehall King with the chart-topping "Horse & Carriage." ·• crossover success, "'Who Am 1.•· The The stellar debut features many col­ deep-grinding bass and pulsating gui­ laborations, such as ''Pull It,'" featur­ tar strings flow wi1h the rhythmic ing blazing newcomer DMX, words of Bccnie Man, allowing him 10 "Death,'' with the late Notorious put this track in a class by iL~clf. B.I.G. Other note worth) dancehall tracks The LP inlroduccs Cam'ron to the to combine Beenie Man with two hip-hop scene with "Glory," a song in other reggae greats. "Woman of Sam­ which he knocks out all contenders by ple" with Buju Banton is a wonderful using the theme from the "Rocky." blend of the two powerhouses doing Cam 'ron's success with his first single what they do best with the use of elec­ may be repeated when his LP drops in tronic and digital-type sound. Beenie the summer. The album got a little co!Jabora1es with Dancehall Queen something for the ladies and some­ Lady Saw in "So Hot," a light-heart­ thing for the fellas. For now, li sleners ed song of the two giving each other will just have to be teased and amazed props in the bedroom. with the two ill joints from the one Of the "Many Moods of Moses,'' Killa' Cam. R&B makes its entrance with ·'Heav­ en on Earth" and the rendition of Bobby Brown's "My Prerogative;• B I L L B O A R D C H A R T Beenie style. ·'Got 10 be There." a gospel-esque version and the hip-hop Top R&B Albums experience. "Bad Man," rounds out 1. I Go1 The Hook-lJp! .... No Limit the vcrsatilily aspecl he had imagined 2. The Player~ Club .... Hea, yweight for lhe album. 3. Still Standrn!! .... LaFace But Beenie Man doesn' t stop there. 4 . Bulwonh- T'fic Soundtrack .... lnterscopc He takes reggae 1wo surprising steps 5. Do or Die: Headz or Tailz ... Neighborhood Watch/Rap-A-Lot funher with an interpretation of coun­ 6. Jon B .... Yab Yum/550 Music ~ 7. Gang Starr: Moment of Truth try-western to describe the contradic- 8. C-Murder: Life or Death ... . No Limit 1ory characteristics of man in "Ain't 9. K-Ci & Jojo: Love Always .... MCA Gonna' Figure it Yet." ''Sincerely'' is 10. Janet: The Velvet Rope .... Virgin an unplugged song which uses only the na1uraJ drums and hum sounds Top Singles familiar to 1J1e Mother/and. J. ·'Too Close ....'ie;,.f .... Ari~1a The tracks of all tracks, "Steel Biko." 2. "My All.'' Mariah Carey Photo By ~rlan Jahn is a simple song titled after the life of 3. "You're Still The One," Shania Twain ... Mcr1:;uq slain South African civil rights leader. 4 . "Everybody (Backstreet's Back\," Backqrce1 Bo~5 .... live S. "Truly Madly Deeply:· Savage Garden .... Columb1a Steven Biko. 6 . "Body Bumpin' Y1ppie-Yi-Yo:· Public Announcemcnt .... A&M Reminding listeners of the crisis of Apartheid, Beenie Man beautifully and skillfully incorporates Bob Mar­ 7. "'Lei's Ride," Monte\ Jordan Feat. Master P & Silkk The Shocker ley's ·'Redemption Song" to express the loss of another great prophet. 8. "All My Life:· K-Ci & ·Jojo .... MCA The almighty Becnie Man once more gives nothing less but lhe best in "Many Moods of Moses.'' So watch 9. "Frozen," Madonna out now, 'cauz Becnie album ready for dee kill. Gcez! 10. •'Turn It Up [ Remix]/Firc It Up.'' Busta Rh) me~

Review: {")HLkiR' Jl,J; l.IB&IL'Il'lIMICOlEE Money U11tertai11111e11/ do some female~ think the model Tyson Beck­ By. DEBBIE DEs'1u:E Gum \NO Hilltop Correspo11de111 ford, is so fine but they never notice or comment on the large space between his teeth? 9. Why NEW YORK-Looks do get you far in the case of Charli Ballimore. Being the last rumored girlfriend of the late great Frank White. a.k.a does Ice Cube think he can make movies? 10. Christopher Wallace, probably doesn't hurt either. Among the new artists signed to Untertainment Records. the Philadel­ Who be dubbin? Yayeeeeeeeeeee! Yay­ phia native who reveals in her first single, "Money:· that she is not only beautiful, but can rhyme, too. eeeeeeeeeee! 11. Does Lil' Kim think breast Or can she? Baltimore must be one of the first failures as an MC under the guided implants can take the place of an ab roller? 12. teachings of Notorious B.l.G., at least with this single. "Money," which And speaking of Kim, when will she realize she contains samples from the O'Jays· "For the Love of Money;· proves that her lyrical abi lily is close to nonexistent. is too fa t to wear a bikini? Maybe she should She feeds listeners with materialistic lines like, ··Charli rappin' about what I really got and ir ain't like I am stuck on myself I'm really hot." rename herself as Medi­ Other ~elf-absorbing lines scream of Ballimore·s wanting "Jet skis with mine lady Rolex for the time." um-sized Kim? 13. Her lyrical days a~ a rap temptress might be numbered when one hears the acappella version on the song. Baltimore ran through the lines with Who's on 1st? \-Vhere is speed, inconsistency, and at one point. out of breath. And speaking of Puffy, what it? As a matter of fact, If this not-so-promising rendition represents what's to come from . Charli's self-titled album, then I ain't with. However; Baltimore may prove 2exactly did he mean when he where is the baseball critics, like me, wrong on her album scheduled for this summer's Photo By John Ricardo release. said "take that, take that" in the field? 14. Why do stores

Notorious B.I.G.'s "Hypnotize"? 3. still sell jheri curl kits?

Why do some females overdress to 15. And why do people

eat in Blackburn's cafeteria? And still buy them? 16. Did

'Please don't put the song out man, please. l don't want why do most of them come from the Annex? 4. any one really think jheri curls could pass for nat­ Continued From B 1 no drama with you,"' LL. said in a recent interview. It wasn't long before L.L. made his own come back, When will the basketball team win more than urally curly hair? 17. Who the hell is Jheri? 18. response: The single, "Second Round Knockout." "Return of the Ripper." That single spread across the nation. challenging L.L. Canibus said L.L. is avoiding the real matter by eight games? 5. When will the bas­ Does he have kids? 19. Why does and everything associated wi th him. attacking others in his song. "He's mentioning every­ ketball team win more than three Usher insist on showing his body '' Jfyou really wa111 lo show off/we cm1 get it 011/Live body else's name in the world," Canibus said. "Com hrfrolll ofthe camems 011 your own sitcomll'II let yo11 get me." games? 6. Why do DC high school when he doesn't have one? 20. 'ick a verse/. .. 1'/l eve11 wait for the studio audience to Some listeners had negative feelings towards Uncl 11plaud.... " Canibus responded in the single. L's come back. g irls look older than many Howard Why does the University insist ~anibus' single has captured the attention of throngs "His single is whack," said Shannon Washington, an f hip-hop fans, 1mllly of whom awaited the return of 18-ycar-old freshman fine ans major. "L.L.'s been i grad students? 7. Why does it take on piling manure on every ld-school lyrical competition. Last week, "Second the business long enough to know what lyrically work .... Round K.O." was so popular, it snagged the number and docs not work." the Shuttle half an hour to go. p11tch of dirt they can find? four spot on Billboard's Hot Rap Singles Chart. L.L.'s longevity is why some are questioning if th ' from the front of Cook It smells just like Wrin­ "For a new jack, Car1ibus came out fearless with one current controversy will continue. His friction with of the best battle come-backs I\·e heard in a long time," Kool Moe Dee lasted five years before coming to a, back down to the Towers, gling Brothers and Bar­ s;1id sophomore Asha Tyndale. end. -Despite Canibus' long experience in the music indus­ If Canibus makes another come back, however, L.L. when it only takes eight num & Bailey Circus. try, he still felt the need 10 challenge L.L.'s integrity. does not plan to participate. Def Jam publicist Heidi "I basically begged, pleaded, apologized and said, Schussler said, "L.L. is done with it." minutes to walk? 8. Why THE HILLTOP I SATURDAY, M AY 9, 1998 B3 RYS lERTIIINMENT Harvey Prepares for Life Book: after Howard University A Child Out of the became involved with HUSA because Howard has Desire,"] ~ Family, DARELLE the ROLLINS on By given a lot to me, and before I left school I wanted to Hilltop Staff Wriler give something back," Harvey said. During her term, Harvey was fortunate to promote the University's mis­ The time that all seniors have eagerly awaited has sion while working with such elites as Hillary Clin­ Projeds, and ~x finally arrived: graduation day. After enduring four ton and Louis Farrakhan. or more years at Howard University, the fittest stu­ But Harvey did not spend all her undergraduate involvement in his life. Cheekie was raised by two dents have emerged in royal blue caps and gowns in years in campus politics- she wi U receive a degree By SH ATIKWA BROWN women in his family, his mother and grandmother. As Hilltop Staff Writer honor of their achievement. Along with hundreds of in electrical engineering today. Har\'ey is a member Chcckie matures he finds it difficult to develop his indi­ other seniors, Shawn Harvey, who represented the stu­ of the Engineering Honor Society, as well as a for­ viduality as a man. All of his role models were females, dent body as Howard University Student Association mer Miss School of Engineering 1996-1997. At 27, Howard toxicology and chemistry alumn i strong and independent. Vice-President this year, will receive her Bachelor of Outside of school, Harvey has held four internships Clarence Nero has accomplished a lot. He currently "The black woman has traditionally been the head of Science degree. with MCI International and another with Motorola. works as a toxicological chemist in the forens ic depart- the African-American family," he said. "There are fam- The 22 year-old Harvey said her HUSA position Her knowledge in the field of engineering has lead mcnt of tl1e District government in the area and hasjusl ilies where the man is the head of the household, but allowed her to positively impact people's lives. "I gave to her being a highly sought after student. Harvcry released his first book. in Cheekie's fam ily the women were lhe head. The Howard a part of my heart," Harvey said. "J changed has accepted a position with Anderson Consulting in It's no science textbook or resource guide to chemi- black mother is lhe nurturer, the hope, the strength of the view of what a vice president is supposed to be. Strategic Services Group. cal engineering. the black fam ily. This has always been her role in rhe I think I have helped people." Harve)' is grateful for her prosperity and attributes It's "Cheekie, A Child Out of the Desire''. "Cheekie," community." Harvey and Jonathan Hutto, former HUSA Vice­ her success to her mother who raised three children Nero's debut fictional rr.:---,rT'"<'~l'P'""-r---,a--.....,...... r----..­ Desire Projects, where President and President, used their "Nation Time'' by herself. "She worked hard to make it seem like she novcl, depicts the story of a both fictional character platform to reach out lo the community and bring wasn't struggling," Harvey said. Harvey aspires to be young black man growing Cheekie and author Clarence up in the Desire Housing about more student representation on campus. "The like her mother: "lam trying to walk in her footsteps, Nero grew up, was con­ universi1y is becoming more student driven, more but I don't think it's possible'' she said. Projects in New Orleans. demned by the governmelll Nero's writing career inclusive," Harvey said. Today, Harvey will be walking across the stage on in 1994. Built over a New Harvey began her in\'olvemem in campus life as a the "Yard," built to transform Howard students into began when he opened a Orleans swamp in the freshman. After being mugged during her first year, Howard alumni. "You can go to any university and fortune cookie from his I 950's, four decades later it Harvey worked lo make all students at Howard feel get an education. but Howard is ahome," Harvey said. favori te Chinese restaurant. was deemed unsuitable for safe. "I take every challenge head on," Harvey said. As she moves away from the adopted family she The message inside read: habitation. Today Desire "Everyday is a learning experience. and even the hard found at the "Capstone.'' Harvey heads towards new "You are a lover of words. Projects no longer stands, times [come] about for a reason." conquest~. Harvey and her fellow graduates are Someday you will write a and will be replaced by low The 22-year-old New Brunswick, New Jersey native expected to use their education and experiences to book." Inspired by this, he income town houses. said her work within the University's student gov­ succeed in the ·•real world." decided to write about his Nero uses this fictional ernment has produced only positive experiences. "I childhood. novel to serve as both a story "I started writing actual fo r e ntertainment and a memories for my personal memoir of his life. In an understanding," Nero said. effort to write fiction from "I was working through his personal experiences, thi ngs by writing about Nero says that he was told he them. l didn't know there bad the ability of a story­ was anyth ing unique about teller. my story until people started reading it. This motivated _ ''When I stated to shape the memories into a story, it me to keep writing because I came to see my story as became fiction instead of a memoir,'' he said. something worth telling." Nero believes that growing up in the l970's and 80's "Cheekie" tells the story of a young black man com­ in the projects, was difficult. Many young men and ing of age despite adversity. Nero. inspired by his own women arc subject ro seeing sex, violence and crimi­ success, tells the story from the eyes of a child who nal activity prematurely, as were the characters in the remembers his home as a you1h in the Desire Housing novel. on a daily basis. Cheekie, the Projects. He remembers Desire as it once was: Lively. novel's protagonist, is no different. well-kept and inspirational. Nero believe'\ that Checkic' s story is one that many Later in the book, he cxp\a\n~ that ai. a rc,u\t of t\me people wi\\ be ah\e to relate to. He'~ always had a desire and poor upkeep. Desire was turned mto a slum, infesi­ to write. 10 reminisce, and he has finally reached his ed with drug-dealers. criminals and unkempl chil­ ultimate goal. dren. The novel explores his ~trugglcs finding his identity, Chcckic (as was Nero) was born in the late I 960's. his values, his virtues. As a child he was exposed to sexual activity. rampant Th;.: story of Cheekie promises to be one that many violence, and an abundance of crime. His parents sep­ who have witnessed hardship can relate to. Clarence arated at an early age and that ended Chcckic's fathers· Nero is currently working on his second novel. The End of An Era

Co11ti1111ed.fro111 Bl dumb student," 1hylor said, admiuing she sometimes has had difficulty understanding what her students 1994. when the Howard University Student were trying to say on her tests. Association honored her with the "Teacher of the Anyone can memorize a textbook or get a degree, Year Award." but Thylor said teaching goes beyond that. "They have She also received the Outstanding Academician 10 se;.: this experience 1101 as a job. but as an oppor­ tun ity to help prepare students for the world they will Award from her colleagues. Tay lor called these two face." moments the most rewarding or her prolessional life. Encouraging students to work hard and play hard. "It was a symbol that 1 had not only sought to be good. but in my work that the students and my peers felt that Taylor said: "Don't forget to live life . Students must 1 had done that," she said. be ready to embrace life." Stepping aside from the classroom. Taylor has a 24- year-old son, Cameron. who is the fifth ,------'------­ generation in her family to attend Howard. "He's the light of my life," she said. "He brings me joy. His presence gave me bal­ Photo by Aida Muleneh ance." Shawn Harvey talks about her Howard experiences with neighborhood kids. Tay lor's son recently moved out of their home in Northeast ·washington that her family bought in 1929. "I am cu1rently liv­ Late-Night Talk Shows Reel-In Students ing in my ancestral home." she said. In fact, 111ylor was born there on Thanks­ "Jerry is the National Inquirer of talk shows," she giving clay in l 933. Co11ti1111ed (mm Bl said. "However, he is an equal opportunity exploiter; She said her siblings ate peanut butter he exploits everybody, whether Black. White, His- and crackers instead of the traditional "I think Jerry Springer is a good show," said Kcltric panic, or whatever." 1 turkey wh ich was still in the refrigerator Goff. a freshman biology major. "But people put too Among those who said Springer's show has a nega­ at the time of her birth. Thylor's parents, much emphasis on it," he said. "You watch it and just tive effect is Howard University sociology professor who were married for 50 years, had five laugh. After being in Dr. Wendy Winters. She is particularly concerned 1 sons :md three daughters, only two of class all day, gelling tense, ii helps you laugh and about how shows such as Springer's affect her students. 1 whom are still living. relax." "l would like to believe college students would have \ In her retirement, Thylor plans to spend Kan isha Jenkins, a sophomore physician's assistant the knowledge and exposure to be able to evaluate such time with her sister, write, volu nteer and major agrees. shows," she said. "However, in that many of the col­ join the Howard University Alumni Asso­ "It's not meant to he used as an educational tool," she lege students are in late adolescence, they are impres­ ciation. said. "It's not meant to teach us anything. Jf people sionable, and that concerns me. At times. I regard Taylor's assistant of two years, Wanda want to come on television and put their business out Jerry Springer to be a psychological pimp." ,torter, was quick to point to the fact that to the world. what better place to do it than Jerry? We Nicole Davis, a freshman communications major and 11aylor was the first woman in the history Americans love drama." student of Winters', did not buy into her professor's df partment to receive a Ph.D. However, some students who also watch the show statement. She said the show was primarily a form of \She symbolizes Howard University and disagree about the quality of its contents. They said entertainment. makes me proud to be a part of the talk shows such as "Jerry Springer" negatively affect "Howard students should be intelligent enough to dif­ Ho'ward Un iversity tradition," Porter said. • their viewers. ferentiate entertainment from reality," Davis said. "[ wi ll miss her." "Jerry Springer is nothing bu t a televised boxing But Jefferson said while the show keeps audience Freshman fi lm major Vincent Williams arena" said Sheri McKnight, a sophomore advertising members cheering and laughing, it still poses serious said he, too, learned a lot from Taylor. major. "He promotes stcreot ypes and the ncgat ivc consequences, not only for viewers, but guests as we ll. "She was eccentric, but she was good," aspects of all people, regardless of race or income "Though some of those fights muy 1-c fake, real peo­ Williams said. "S he definitely gave me a level." ple do come on the sh0\\; too," she said. "Real feel­ new way of applying knowledge.".______.______...._..:.;_ __ ... ings do get hurt and real hearts do get broken." Williams took Thylor's U.S. History to Photo By Edouard Leneus Marshan Jefferson, a sophomore biology major said 1877 course, but said he would take anoth- Springer exploits his guests. but isn't discriminatory er of her courses if she wasn't retiring. Taylor has dedicated over 30 years of teaching Afrlcan- in doing so. "ln all my 37 years, I have never met a American and U.S. History to her students THE HILLTOP I SATURDAY, MAY 9, 1998 r· TYILE • Summer Fashion As You Like It Style Writer Ebony D. White Samples Summer Fashions

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Adidas· button-down polyester sweats, shell tops bright bolds. Neutral tones with an emphasis on crisp center, slightly off centered, or on one or both sides. By EBONY D. WHITE and zippered hoodies are popping-up everywhere. ivories. creamy off-whites, and deep navy remain They may be brief or travel high up the thigh. Side slits !Hilltop Style Writer While Nike's brightly-colored shoes, such as the Air favor ites. . are showing up in pants as well, such as those seen at Sunder Mid, are gracing the chic feet of many. Trends in dresses harbor around strapless tube types the bo11om sides of capri pants. Pallerns of the moment feature bold floral prints and and tank styles. Short, free and flirty, or body-hugging •Tops of the moment include a variety of styles in exotic designs inspired by Indian styles such as Jaipur; mid-calf lengths capture the distinct charm of the camisoles with a playful focus on the.straps. Ribbed porty, sleeveless, and shockingly sheer are and styles of African descent such as those inspired by summertime. and filled T-shirt styled undershirts and tanks show off characceristics common to many of the styles Tutsi women of Rwanda. Simple geometric shapes and Current silhouettes are also sleeveless and feature a muscled summer chests and arms. 1 for this summer. Short hem lines with high designs are popular and plentiful. variety of necklines from high-rounded and boxed cut. Pants may be extremely tight or light and breezy. The 1 slits show off shapely summer legs, while Light featherweighc. and sometimes, transparent fab­ 10 plunging vs. Lingerie-inspired slip dresses trimmed 80s are brought back once again w ith the emergence lnewS belnw-the-knee lengths target sexy calves. Fitted rics, flow freely and may be seen in bullon down shins, in lace have been carried over from last season. They of "peddle-pushers." which stop anywhere along the anks. tube tops. and skin-tight capris, as well as see­ dresses, skirts and wide-legged draw-string pants. range in all lengths from brief and simple to floor skim­ calf. hrough summer dresses, shirts and pants are all on the Designers such as Donna Karan, Jill Stuart, and ming and elegant. Shorts are l'ery short and fitted in stretchy fabrics, or !palette for this summer of the scantily clad. Ralph Lauren use airy, intricately woven silk knits. lace Skirts fo llow similar fashions. Lengths vary with the loose and casually comfortable. I Athletic gear, once strictly mainsu·eam, has penetrated knits. cashmere, and linen 10 create a soft delicacy in focus placed on micro minis. hems that hit right at the 1the high-fashion runways. Ralph Lauren, DKNY and dresses skirts, camisoles, and cardigans. knee or the same just below the knee lengths. Sim­ calvin Klein have all drawn inspiration from athletic Style Wri1cr Et>on) D. While can be reached al 1 Stretchy cotlons and denims arc being used in the plicit} is a common virtue of the summer skirt. Not ,brands such as Nike, Adidas and old-schools styles popular clingy fashions seen in pants and shirts. much detail and deceptively understated. cd\l [email protected] Colors in demand include pastels, metallics, and Splits have begun showing up everywhere - front and

' market. Thomas said his presence in rhe indusrry will bring a refreshing side of designing and understanding the consumer. Thomas aims to 13y EBONY WHITE change ro rhe field. become an execu1ive trainee. Hilltop Style Writer A zeal for simplicity drives Thomas. a 22-year-old Virginia ln the Cuture, 'Thomas native. That £Cal makes him want to compete in the highly-com- wants to design and 'I - I pditivc industry, where only a select few rise to the top. sketch for other :Koshawn Lamonte Thomas is a He believes that too many designers are unable to uphold designers. in an • member of Howard University's a virtue of subtlety in sophistication. effort to gain I small group of fashion majors who ·'J don't like gaudy things." Thomas said. c riti ca l dream of becoming designers. Comparing himself to Josie Natori and Donna Karan. knowledge I Thomas' interest in the field was sparked by two of his favorite designers. Thomas said: ·'Josie of the ,his belief that black female consumers con­ Natori creates elegant and simplistic designs that have inner­ ~istcntly remain overlooked by major fashion its own flair.'' workings :designers. despite their powerful force with- Thomas said that Natori ·s strengths lie in her designs, of the jn the industry. not in the materials she uses. fashion ' '·Most Black women who I talk to feel "Fabric should accent, not create,'' Thomas said. industry. I neglected because they don't believe they Thomas, who began studying fashion in high But while meet that 'model' stereotype," Thomas said. school. points to Howard professors Nicole Gray sketching 11 is for that reason that Thomas wants to and LaRonce Marshall as a major source of inspira­ for another become a successful black designer who will 1/ tion. designer maintain a constant focus on what he calls the f ''Nicole pushed my creativity in illustration. while Ms. will be chal- "forgo11en, black female consumer." Marshall helped to facilitate my resourcefulness." 1 en gin g. ' Many aspirin~ black dc_s(iignbers say the ind~stry \· After graduating from Howard, Thomas plans to cominuc Thomas says it ten(1 s tog1 amonle a spec, 1c oc1 y type, 1eavrng t1 1c his studies al the Fashion Institute ofTochnology at the State will keep him average-sized black woman stranded and looking for University Qf New York, in New York City. motivated. '.wcll-fitt ing clothing. Cu1Tently, Thomas is gaining sales experience al Macy's in the With his concentration placed firmly on the black female Fashion Center at Pentagon City. While concentraiing on the business

n t e wor s o agazme, ... you nee sun everyt g was · res . ow e same peop e won t By EnONY WHIT£ glasses that won't make you look like Flavor Flav in y Jo-ANN ENWEZOR even shop in the mall because "everyone goes there' Hilltop Staff Writer the 'Fight the Power' video." So here are the )ates ii/top Style Writer or they get mad when they see someone wearing the· trends for this season: Tortoise shells, silvery plastic. shirt they thought was a Picasso-- an absolute origi­ wrap-arounds, and colored lenses. These styles posses. nal. a certain something that can compliment almost an kaleidoscope is a constantly changing set Accessories have become necessities, accenting face. of colors phase or events. One can never vcrything from ca,ual wear to formals. determine the avenue a kaleidoscope THE SKINS might take-- it can vacillate from one Much to the dismay of animal rights activists, ani­ A· treme to the other. Much like a kaleidoscope . fash­ JEWELS Detailed in design, tbe latest fads in accessories mal skins have become the most sought after textur ion is ever changing. From ~esigns, to colors, to con­ esemble sophisticated, yet simplistic costume jewel­ in purses, belts, and shoes. Fendi features python han­ epts and style, fashion is the kaleidoscope that often Y derived from vintage styles. They show up in the dles in t11eir latest handbags. ovcrns a first and last impression. form of necklaces and graceful chokers. Large gems T. Anthony Limited totes are made of goatskin, whil Case in point: Ladies, a handsome gentl eman like sapphires, spinets and inventive Gothic creations Furia uses camel leather. Other hot skins on the seen pproaches you with good conversation and a charm­ give new texture. are cowhide, leather. alligator, crocodile, lizard an . g smile. Oddly, it is 1998 and he has on a turquoise, snakeskin. For those who refuse to tote what once Ii ved ross Color jump suit. What do you do? How many WATCHES and breathed. bags in straw create a more relaxed look. adies would give up the number? Better yet, how A decline in the popularity of watches is not seen in These styles can be seen embellished with bright col­ nany ladies would have stopped long enough to drop the near-future. Singular concentrations are now otful embroidery and floral prints. that man a clue? bccomi ng as chic as the indecisive silver and gold com­ A great personality goes a long way, but wearing out­ inations once were. Jeweled evening watches fash­ THE SHOES ated, designer clothing, won't get you far. Perry Ellis ionably serve far more purpose than telling time. Sporty shoes create casual feet. It is nothing new o ·s a good cologne, but not the name that should be on the fashion scene to see tennis shoes worn sockles. a spring jacket or T-shirt. Acnially, if you have not SILVER with shorts and summer dresses. Running and canvas already noticed, overly displaying designer logos went Silver is now treading into what was strictly gold ter­ shoes remain a popular choice, while other sports spe­ ut with fatigues. Yes, I said it!!! Army fatigues ritory. Once upon a time. gold was the leading metal cific styles like Donna Karen's sleek scuba shoes fea­ hould not be turning the century when we opened the of choice. Now, men and women flock to purchase tured with dresses and skirts, and Helmut Lang' ecade. This is especially to all you 'GI Janes.' verything from bracelets, necklaces and rings in sil­ karate style shoes. Strappy sandals show off fresh sum­ Do not get me wrong, I am true believer in self­ ver. mer pedicures ( ... we hope). High heels and platform xpression. For 97-98 I applaud originality. As we are still sexy, however the return of the flat shoe is wel pproach the millennium, fashion is diversifying. It has GLASSES received and more practical. ecome increasingly important to be different. I Summer sun is perfect for puIJing out the shades. But emember in the ·&Os when everyone was a Turbo or rather than merely protecting your vision, everybody zone clone from t11e movie Break.in.' We wore leather ows their primary purpose is to make you look cool. ants, a Jerry curl, bandannas aud gloves, and thought .&. l i t;,, .1..1.ILL,lVJ I Vt'\IUl'\Ut'\J/ U'J.ttl 71 ,1.:,1:,IU BS

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came f•om friends and family. Hines not only depended on oth­ By MTY\11 So~TERS.\LL ers for funds, he prepared for his Hi/hop Busi11ess Writer ownership from day one. From jobs that he obtained during Donald M. Hines, 45. always and after college, along with gain­ wanted to own a computer store. ing experience in the computer and So, after graduating from Virginia managing fields, Hines saved cap­ Commonwealth University. he ital for his business that provided worked in several business-related the bulk of bis funds. careers - all in an effort to gain Hines attributes the success of his experience and muster the money to business to the satisfaction cus­ launch American Computer tomers receive. He added that in Resources Incorporated, or ACRI. order to succeed in business, one At first, ACRI was located at 21st must be persistent. and I Streets, N.W. lt served the "There is no substitute for work­ community for more 1han a decade, ing hard," Hines said, add ing, "I and the graphics and imaging busi­ don't care how much money you ness provides printing services such have, if you don't work hard, you as resumes, business cards and won't be in business long." photo scanning. He also wants aspiring entrepre­ Now. the st0rc is located along the neurs to know that in order to suc­ bustl ing U S1reet Corridor. ceed they must set goals and know Hines, a Richmond, Va. native, where they want to go in the futu re. said he chose the new location "Set your sights on what you want because the area was ripe for poten­ to do, don't take your eyes off of it tial sales growth, and it was impor­ and always remain focused," Hines tant to bring a thriving black-owned said. business back 10 the black commu­ nity. .. Ever) thing I do now. l did at 811.1i11e;, Writer Miwi/r S0111,•n111/ c1111 be some part of my life;· said Hines, fl'CIChl'll llf who worked in graphics and pho­ 111so111ersall@bschool./roK'Ortl.etl11 tography as he made the transition Staff Photo by Melvin Mooring Donald M. Hines works at one of his Apple computers, which is only one of the brands of computers available at his store, now located on U Street. from college 10 purchasing his first business, at the age of 32. Hines said his new surroundings "It gives me a chance to meet share information." he said. ness plans that foll 1hrough before the same with Hines. He said 1he is a pleasant change from the down­ other black business people alld While there are many black busi- they are put into effect. it was not majority of the capital he invested town area. Howard Students Invest While Still in College

themes a reality. wilh Fidelity Invcstmems. lie now Douglas Hooker. an 18-ycar-old invest in a stock, bond or mutual out that one of the more popular investments that many students By Mn;\11 S011mnsALL Afler enrolling at Howard. Leon invcs1s in penny stocks - compa­ freshman international business fund, he or she may go to a local Hilltop Staff \H·iter M. Robinson. 19-year-old finance nies that arc just getting s1arted. major. said the idea was started by bank. such as First Union or choose to invest in is the Evergreen major, said he decided to start ·'For the most part. !hey were his team leader, Jcrron Redrick. Nations Bank. stock which is pan of First Union's investing because he thought il doing well." Robinson said. ··some ·'We all said that we wanted 10 Albert Slocum Jr.. financial spe­ stock. With song lyrics such as amoney. would be a way tu gain a better of them did not do as well as oth­ invest and make some money cialist al Firs! Un ion Bank on power and respect." hip-hop artists, understanding of the stuck market. ers bu t the good ones came out on because we were supposed to be Georgia Avenue, said that in order The Lox, gave a theme to people .. To get star1cd. I read books. arti­ top." 1ogethcr as a group for lour years," 10 gel started in investing, a student Bu.,im·,\-. Wrirc 1r 1\f(n1h Smni>nall l'111° l 11,, lint o .. j ..,n 1. \\1 111 At the CDP, students meet company reprc­ rate business teams that business school stu­ especially when it comes to effective net­ m n, 11 r!i 11 111, Ill , It ,, ~la1l1•1111g \II\ Chtli111,'1 'ln111 ,. scn1a1ives- all in an effort 10 make their name, dents are placed in upon arrival at Howard. working. earlier in the year, he captured the face and qualifications known. Jason Champion, 21. is a junior marketing legal internship he wanted with NASDAQ's \ , ,, 111 ,,, The CPD offers a Speakers Bureau, in which major who is on a team adopted by Oxy Chem. Washington office. l omr ·1111d,t1 .11 d :nn11· company representatives talk about career Several corporate recruiters took the students ·•1 knew Twanted to get something that relates oppor1m1ities at their company. Afterwards, to dinner. offering students a chance to sell to Wall Street. b1H I knew I wanted to stay in , 1, 1.. lil, ,.11rrr ;;1!or111,110•1. Fl >F. students may ask questions about corporate thcmsclYes to the company. D.C.'' representative's jobs and bencfiLs to working for ''They gave internships to two people on the • ( ,111°1'!' ll1·\ottrct· (,uide 1hat particular company. team my team leader and myself," • Ilo wto \Hite ,1 ~rl'al roYrr lrltrr i!nd rl'~tlllll' Students are able to learn more about the Champion said. ·'[From the conversation], company and their own chances of getting the they knew what kind of people we were and Busim•.•.-., \\-7i1'•r 1\/i\'ah Sm11fr.mll • I!19S Salary (:nidP internship. They also network with the insti­ they knew who to offer the job." cw, be n!Cld1etl at [email protected] ;•,· !"' . ~ ..:. . tution of their choice and may impress 1hc Anika Sanely, freshman business major '...... OFFICE ddministrative Staffing -· ------· University Graduating Seniors. \ IL\\ I.\,\ \RI \\(,TO\,\\ ROCK\ 11.IJ, \ID ll \IJI\IOR~ . ~Ill I •. • ., - • I'll: ilH7fillOIOll PII. iO:l:12t\.lOIU I'll: :IO I 921•6tl6 I'll , 110 :!~j l8b0 I\. 70'1760 !1~07 I,: ,uJ ;2ij :11117 IX: .!01 '.,90 :110! I·\: II Oh59 liih5 \•.. ·. · ,· ·Good ·Luck! ~ ' . L. ns1 r orn \H 11s111.: ,1,111.olfill'l1•,1111.umt t' ·.' . ,, . ~ L, THE HILLTOP I SATURDAY, MAY 9, 1998 --~ ----~------B7

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' THE HILLTOP I SATURDAY, MAY 9, 1998 B8 EALlH Vegetarianism Hard for Students, Despite Benefits Vegetarian Awareness Network By TEKIAE \11/ARREN president Lige Weill, says there are Hilltop Health Writer three types of vegetarians: Lacto vegetarians, lacto-ovo vegetarians Fried chicken, collard greens bast­ and vegans. ed in ham hocks, barbecued beef The lacto vegetarian diet consists ribs, rice and rich gravy-- these are of all dairy products as a source of protein, fruits, and plant foods. just a few of the fattening dishes 1hat many African Americans are T heir diet excludes eggs, meat, poultry and fish. accustomed 10 eating. It is said that "you can't teach an Most American vegetarians are old dog new lricks," and many lacto-ovo vegetarians, Weill said. Lacto-ovo vegetarian diets exclude Howard students seem to agree. Many HU students say thal they meat, poultry and fish. It includes are aware of the health benefits of eggs, dairy and milk products. becoming vegetarians, but they find Vegans, otherwise known as it too difficult to give up their tra­ "complete vegetarians," exclude all ditional soul food cuisine. foods of animal origin including In a recent article published in meat, poultry, fish, eggs and milk Vegetarian Times magazine, there products. Their diet includes only are reportedly 12.4 million vege­ plant foods and some also exclude tarians in the Uniled Slates -- l. I honey. million of whom are African The American Dietetic American. Association supports vegetarian diets. In a 1993 position statement, Eighty-one percent of African Americans say they would eat more the ADA said that "vegetarian diets are healthful and nutritionally ade­ vegetarian meals if they could buy bett er vegetables, but the main quate when appropriately planned." Vegetarians have lower death rates deterrent around campus seems 10 be the flavor of vegetarian meals as a result of heart disease, hyper­ and the tradition of eating pork, tension (also known as high blood chicken and beef. pressure) and fewer cases of Photo By Keya Graves Natasha Combs, junior film major, shops for vegetables at a local grocery store. "I don't really like vegetables. I insulin-dependent diabetic cases primarily eat meat, such as chick­ than non-vegetarians, according to en :ind beef," said George Omeir, the ADA. Vegetarians are also at a bean paste found in Asian super­ tion for me," she said. because I don't have enough iron in For more information on vegetar­ junior human development major. lower risk of breast and colon can- markets and health food stores. And Other Howard students disagree. my body for that day and I eat ianism, calJ the vegetarian awarenes "I cnt meat as a part of every meal, cer. tempeh, which is also made from They say that being a vegetarian something that will give me iron." network at 1-800-USA-VEGEore- and I don't think that I would ever AU green leafy vegetables such as soy beans, is a source of fiber. makes a person feel much healthi­ Johnson and others say they fre­ mail al be able to become a vegetarian collards, broccoli, spinach, turnip The task of planning one's meals er. Therefore, they are w illing to quent vegetarian restaurant Soul http://envirolonk.org/arrs/VRG/nut because the food that they eat isn't greens and kale, along with yellow is exactly why Rashida Hudson, sacrifice the convenience of fast Vegetarian. • rition/ada 1993.htm appealing to me." fruits and vegetables such as car­ freshman management major, said food to prepare healthy meals. The restaurant's manager, Yoahk Each year 4,500 Ameri cans die rots, yams, squash, mango and that she doesn' t sec vegetarianism "It's a way of life;· said Christie lsral, said that he gets 25 to 30 from tainted meat, poultry and papaya are all a source of beta in her future. Johnson, freshman biology and Howard students in his restaurant Health Writer Tekiae \forn'11 ca11 eggs, according to data from carotene. • "I understand that you have to English major. "It is a more holis­ everyday. He says they order a vari­ he reached at Vegetarian Awareness Network, Green leafy vegetables are also a have certain nutrients in the body tic way of life. You become more in ety of dishes from lasagna to pita [email protected] u causing more people to consider source of iron, protein and calcium, and being a vegetarian is healthier, tune with your body. Sometimes if pizza to different lypes of vegetar­ becoming a vegetarian. along with tofu. Vitamin B-12 can but it involves too much complica- I begin to feel weak, I know it's ian burgers. be consumed from miso -- a soy- Howard AIDS Scare Declared False By Red Cross [many) students showing up for the Heatley, freshman biology major. Brandon Presco, a senior biology increase the chances of achieving figures or statistics of universities By TEKIAE WARREN blood drives with rumors like these "They tried to scare us when we major. Heatley agreed: "I didn't the closest match for those who are on an individual basis. Hilltop Health Writer going around;' said Jameelah first got here and told us that 70 per­ know about the blood drive until I in need of blood which differs in Webb also said tliat the Red Cross Ansari, Red Cross representative. cent of people on campus had the saw i1 when I ran past it." properties from race to race. would not compromise the confi­ Ansari was adamant about the AIDS virus." Regardless of the reason for low He added that the occurrence of dentiality of those who gavi; blooc.l Recently, rumors have been cir­ elimination of the rumor and urges "I hadn't heard anything about campus participation at the blood HIV on a college campus "doesn·t if they were infected with AIDS culating around campus that the students to discontinue spreading that rumor," said Victor Wailers, a drives, Red Cross administrators impact our blood drives. If it did we because it would probably influ­ American Red Cross would not false information. freshman physical therapy major. encourage everyone to give blood. would do something about it and ence others' decision to give. return to Howard due to the exces­ '·We have always had blood drives ''This is lhe first time that I've ever Don Webb, Director of tell the individual and help [him or "There definitely has not been sive amount of AIDS and HlV at Howard and there has never been heard anything like that : · Recruitment and Collection at the her] deal with sucb news through a any major problem with AIDS at cases found at previous blood dri­ any type of quarantine or notice But students insist that their lack Red Cross, repeatedly said that lhe long process of consultation and Howard;· Webh said. ves. These rumors have been cir­ about AIDS on campus by us," of participation in blood drives at rumor is not true. He also noted that services." culating for quite a wbile, but the Ansari said. Howard is not because of the AIDS the Red Cross was not on a mission However, when asked about the Red Cross insists that they arc com­ Many students around campus are rumors. They say that it is simply to exclude blood drives at Howard actual percentages of AIDS cases at Heal,/, \\(ill'r 7i•tfr,r l\hrro1 can bt" plete! y false. well aware of the rumor. because of their lack of knowledge or other predominantly black col­ Howard and surrounding universi­ n·ad,ecl ut "I have never heard this [news] "We were told about there being about the blood dri\'es when they leges. ties. Webb said that he was not at twarren@ho"nrd.edu hcfore. This is completely shock­ a large percentage of people with take place. Webb stressed the importance of liberty to release that information, ing to me. No wonder there are not AIDS at Howard," said Michelle "I didn't know about it," said Blacks giving blood. He said it will nor does the Red Cross re\'eal its African Americans Are No Exception to Sun Damage skin cancer. "Everyone should wear some sort hues of African-American skin burn," Holmes said. patient with skin cancer, and that 98 By T~:K IAE w ,,1rn~:N African Americans are just as sus­ of protection to combat the rays of tones. IL provides added protection She said that repeated sunburn percent of the skin cancer patients ff ii/top flea/th Writer ceptible to skin diseases that result the sun. Even if you have oily skin, against the sun, but does not fully could lead to skin cancer and the that she treats are White. she still from excessive sun exposure, such you should wear a moisturizer, block African Americans from the development of freckles, but added suggests that African Americans As summer approaches and class­ as skin cancer, as other ethnic preferably one with a sunscreen in dangers of the sun. Skin damage that the development of freckles is use sunscreen. Sunscreen should es end, everyone anticipates going groups. it all year long," Holmes said. can result in wrinkles, premature often genetically predisposed. be applied and reapplied e,·cry two to the beach, taking long-awaited Dr. Yolanda Holmes, of the Holmes suggests moisturizers, aging and skin cancer. It is also important to wash the to three hour~. especially 1f a one vacations and basking in the sun. Howard U ni versit y Hospital such as those made by Oil of Olay, Experts say ~hat lhe sun's rays are face no more than twice a day, rec­ gets into water. During summer, people begin to Department ofDermatology, said it and a n·ew body lotion by Kerri most dangerous between the hours ommended Holmes. She cautioned wear shorts, sundresses and less­ is essential that Americans -­ that contains sunscreen. of 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. that washing the face too many restricting attire. Those who wear including African Americans -­ Melanin, the pigment present in Sunscreen is most necessary during limes could cause inflammation of Ht•cllt/r \\ritt•r 7Ndnt U}1rrt•11 can be wear sunscreen in the summer, the skin, is more predominant in these hours because one stands a the skin. n-adu•d ut Jess clothing will be exposed to t\\arren(a' hm,nrd.cdu harmful ultraviolet sun rays that regardless of the length of time African Americans than in whites greater chance of sunburn. Although Holmes reports having could lead to skin diseases, such as they will be exposed to the sun. and is responsible for the various ·'And yes, Black folks do sun- seen only one African-American HUH Receives $3.3 Million for Alcoholism Study cials say they will renovate the hos­ that influence the drinking habits of junction with Indiana U ni versity, and work ethic. To many on cam­ By Tl,Kl,\E WARREN pital's facilities to provide an envi­ youth. For example, studies show University of Kansas, Emory pus, the hospital and College of H I 1 T JI [ R O A 0 .. f-lilltop Health Writer ronment more conducive to the that White youth tend to begin University, University of Cali forn ia Medicine seem to be in the dis­ needs of such advanced research. drinking alcohol much earlier than San Diego, Wayne State University, tance. But hospital administrators Howard University Hospital won The study will allow researchers black youths. And whites in the Johns Hopkins University and the and doctors want the Howard com­ a five-year, $3.3 million research to grip a better understanding of same age bracket tend to begin U niversity ofToxas at Austin. munity to be involved in their many grant, paving the way for its depart­ four main groups: Fetal alcohol drinking in high school, reach their "We definitely would not have activities. menl of pharmacology 10 search for syndrome, genetics, psycho-social peak in college. Their drinking gotten the grant without their help," "A lot goes on over here;· said Dr. tbe cause of alcoholism. Awarded and environmental, and basic sci­ rates drop dramatically after col­ Thylor said. "We arc all working Warren K. Aske, Associate Dean the grant by the National Institute ence group. lege, studies say. together to create programs and for Research at the College of on Alcohol and Alcoholism, the The fetal alcohol group -- named Blacks begin drinking- later in life perform research lhat will be ben­ Medicine. hospital hi red IO new researches for after a disease caused by the con­ and peak in their late twenties, but eficial to everyone." "We have an obligation to create the study. sumption of alcohol by pregnant their drinking rates steadily rise. Thylor was enthusiastic nbout their more research," Taylor said, indi­ The researchers wi ll study the women --causes newborn babies to Researchers such as Taylor are try­ discovery: The presence of a gene cating Howard University ways in which alcohol affects spe­ have cognitive and developmental ing to figure whether this increase controlling an enzyme in the li ver Hospital's goal to study genetic and cific sectors of the population, such problems, which could lead to mild is due to stress placed on Blacks in that breaks down alcohol 30 times environmental factors that affect as Blacks, the elderly and young or severe retardation. society, depression, or a number of faster than Whites, causing Blacks Blacks and society as a whole. "In people. The staff will conduct The genetics group will deter­ other reasons. to drink more alcohol. Th.is even­ the future, we will be developing research on the genetic and envi­ mine whether Blacks naturally have The basic science group is study­ tually leads to alcoholism and its courses on alcohol abuse and health ronmental factors that contribute a gene lhat makes them more at risk ing how alcohol affects brain acti v­ accompanying ailments, such as communications. We plan to get to an alcoholic's development. for alcoholism. ity. The question of why people sclerosis of the liver, an enlarged every school and college in the Seven colleges applied for the Expanding its research globally, crave alcohol is being tested. heart and nerve disorders. U ni versity involved." grant. B ut Howard, Drew Howard University Hospital will The proposal for the grant was For decades, the Howard The grant will last until the year (202) 887-0912 University and North Carolina also he testing Nigerians and written by Robert E. Taylor. chair­ University Hospital and Col legc of 2002. • I ... ,. , Central University, were the only Ethiopians for the same alcohol man of the department of Medicine have contr ibuted to the .. recipients. inducing genes. Pharmacology at the hospital. medical field. They have consis­ Henltlr Wrirer Tekine Hiirnm ca11 1'• "';, • . Using ibe funds from the grant, The psycho-social and environ­ Howard was awarded the grant tently been invaluable in all facets be reached at ')C • "'• .) .. ST/f ,u :n 1 .1, Howard University Hospital offi- mental group will study the factors after a collaborative effort in con- of medicine with their leadership [email protected] STA TRAVCL ~. •t l:>H,1 l\

Income On Internet 2, HBCUs Disparity Play the Waiting Game Found on Internet By BRIAN J. Cox Hilltop Sci/Tech Writer Usage The "World Wide Wait," as the By B JllAN J. Cox Internet is often called. is drawing Hil/Jop Sci/Tech l½·iter to a close al many universities as they upgrade to the faster. second Blacks have substantially less generation network dubbed Intc1 net Internet access than whites, accord­ 2. ing to the amhors of a new study on But for students and facu lty al Internet usage. The study. which Howard University, the prospect of gaining campus-wide access le the appeared in the April 17 issue of Science, found that whites are sig­ next generation of the Internet seems as far off as the cashier's nificantly more likely tban Blacks to have a computer in their house­ booth at the end of a long student validation line. hold, and whites are also slightly more likely to have access to a per­ "The public In ternet is inundated with traffic." said Erin McKclvey, sonal computer at the workplace. More than twice as many whites spokesperson for Denver based Qwest Communications, a telecom­ than Blacks use the web weekly -­ munications company aiding with a fact that troubles many in the the creation of Internet 2. Black community. Gary Harris, the University's Associate Vice President for "People who lack access to the Research at Information Systems and Services. said Howard has a Internet [are] going to be con­ fiber-optic Jntcrnct backbone, but siderably disadvantaged!' some computers await upgrading in Staff Graphic By Jimmianne Warner order to take full advantage of it. Students at universities and colleges across the country are awaiting the arrival of INTERNET 2. 'With computer networks, speed is -- W:tlda Katz-Fislu11a11, HU of the utmost importance. so gov­ reality is just completely different," ble and [Internet 2] is essential for ment of Computer Information Sys­ \Vood said. sociology professor ernment, industry, and higher edu­ Gore said. scientific research." tems at FAMU, said high-speed Upgrading the Internet has poten­ cation are teaming up lo extend the Technicalspccifications for Inter­ Though Howard recently networks like In ternet 2 arc essen­ tia:ly universal benefits due IQ, the United States' lead in Internet tech­ net 2 would provide connection announced the implementation of tial for conducting advanced trickle-down nature of the medium. nology. So far, their efforts appear Wa lda Katz-Fishman, a Howard speeds up to one gigabit (one bil­ distance-independent lear ning research. Wood points out that the first net­ to be worthwhile. University sociology professor, says lion bytes per second), enough to technolog); so far it is limited to "For schools competing fo r work that linked universities. On April 14. Vice President Al that people "who lack access to the transmit the entire contents of students at the School of Divinity. research dollars, ha\'ing access to NSFNET. operated at a speed of Gore announced a $500 million In ternet [are) going to be consider­ Encyclopedia Britannica in one A consortium of I 22 schools high bandwidth networks is going 56,000 bits per second, the same partnership with Qwest Communi­ ably disadvantaged." She said they second. maintain membership in the Uni­ 10 be critical. " Harmon said. connection speed many consumers cations Inc., Northern Telecom and will nol be prepared to be at the cut­ Such an improvement would per­ versity Corporation for Advanced Besides research, "virtual class­ now use for such tasks as down­ other communications giants that ting edge. mit students and rcsenrchers to Internet Development, a group rooms" on the internet is another loading ~ports scores or trading would create a second "backbone" As computers and the In ternet engage in a \'ariety of applications helping to coordinate the transition possible application. Students in banter in chat rooms. network for the Internet known as become a major engine of com­ that once bordered on science fic­ lO Internet 2. For membership. bunny slippers could potentially 2 Abilene. Internet access for Howard is merce, the statistics regarding its tion. schools are required to pay $25,000 "allend" class and view a lecture not available, a state that troublt:s The new network addition would use will heighten concern, experts Researchers at the University of annually in member dues and com­ from the comfort oft heir own dorm Leach and others. Internet 2 is work in co1tiunction with present say. South Dakota. for example, could mit to specific goals: among them room. initiatives to connect universities. "something the University's proba­ The U.S. Department of Com­ share data with their far-flung coun­ is establishing broadband Internet The increased interacti\'ity does bly going to ha\'e to have in a cou- such as the Performance Backbone merce found that the growth of the terparts across the country. connectivity and preparing to make not come without a price tag, how­ Network Service. It already links ple of years," Leach said. "digital economy" grew at twice "It's a great idea, and absolutely use of local aggregation points el'er. The Communications Direc­ five National Science Foundation the rate of the larger economy in necessary.. . Internet 2 allows us to known as "gigapops" to achieve tor for Internet 2, Greg Wood. pegs supercomputer centers and is slat­ 1997. play in two games very seriously-­ access to the internet 2 intercon­ the cost of wiring a campus at Scieua· UJi1er Brhm J. Ca.\ nm bf ed to connect institutions at speeds "lf a significant segment of our scientific visualization and nect. $500.000 per year for three to five reached ill of 2.4 gigabits per second by the society is denied equal access to the rcsearch,"said Ronald Leach, Act­ The only Historically Black Insti­ years. bcox@ho••nrd.ed11 year 2000. Internet, U.S. firms will lack the ing Chairman of the Department of tu tion among the list of prestigious "It turns out that many [schools] "Change sometimes comes not technological skills needed to be Systems and Computer Sciences. colleges signed up for Internet 2 is arc investing more than that slowly and gradually, but when we competitive," wrote the authors of "Scientific visualization. such as Florida A&M University. Marion because they see the need for broad- cross thresholds. beyond which the the study, Donna L. Hoffman and the human genome, is made possi- Harmon, Chairman of the Depart- 1y deploying thi s technology," Thomas P. Novak. The effect of socioeconomic sta­ tus is explained in the study: For HU Compu.ter Labs Exterminate Electronic household incomes of $40,000 and higher, a slightly greater proportion of Blacks than whites owned a Vermin with Anti-virus Software home computer and a significantly greater percentage reported having an isolated few in 1995 to more than Microsoft Excel and Arni Pro. If the the Macintoshes aren't as new. All lloppy disk in a computer's hard computer access at work. By BH1AN Cox J. 2.300 in January of this year. icon for document files looks of our IBMs arc virus-free." Walk­ drive while it boots up will infect Katz-Fishman attributes the lack Nil/10p Sd/TechWriter The viruses peneu·ate a comput­ askew, it may indicate that the com­ er said. the computer if it does not have of Internet access for Blacks to a er's hard drive or a floppy disk, puter retains a macro virus. Howard's computer labs use Nor­ anci-virus software. Once the virus disproportionate number of Blacks Charles Coleman, Jr. knows a infecting files and freezing up the "Local viruses have caused me to ton Anti-Virus software, which is infects the hard drive, it may display on the economic botlom rungs. ching or 1wo about computer virus­ computer. Any word processing lose several important documems. updated monthly. a message. play absurd sounds or "It's good that we're paying auen­ es. Working late la~t scmc~tcr, the program, like Microsoft \Vord or Information Systems and Scr\'ices Macintosh devotees' disks may destroy valuable data. tion to the fact that there's an freshman political science major \VordPerfect, is susceptible to should better train RESNET lab easily become infected because the "The best protection is to scan income grouping in society. \Ve lost the bulk of a 30-pagc paper to macro virus infection. Macro\ irus­ attendants if it plans to fu lly mee1 virus protection software on your disks regularly using updated have to steel ourselves for a real bat­ the electronic vermin. es execute their strings of code the needs of its users," said Erick Howard's Macintoshes are older Anti-Virus software," said Adrian tle between the haves and the havc­ "I would start working on a pro­ every time an infected document is Watson. freshman engineering and updated less often. Henry. freshman computer lab nots," sl:io said, ject in another computer lab and opened, turning term papers into maJor. Boot viruses, so-named because assistant. [then] I lOok it with me to the C. 8. unalterable templates. Once the Clint Walker, acting assistant they infect the computer when it Scie11ce Writer IJriafl J. Cox c1111 be Powell Building. All of a sudden it virus has copied it s code into the director of Academic Computing boots up, also pose a threat. Com­ Science Wriu•r Brian J. Ccu can be read1etf at [had] a virus." Coleman said. His program, it can infect every docu­ Sciences, is in charge of maintain­ puter viruses have many different n•ach,·,I <1t bco.r@lto••ard.edu disk became infected with n macro ment crented using the program ing the computer labs campus­ names and wnys to infect a system: bcox@ho•·nrtf.et/11 virus. one of the fastest growing thereafter. widc. one variant of the FORM virus forms of virus infection. The num­ Macro virnscs also affect non­ "All of the IBM machines have spreads its damage because of fre­ ber of macro viruses incn:ascd from word processing programs like Anti-Virus software, but those on quent "disk-swapping." Leaving a ,. ' . Ne\N Technology Gro\Ns Larger Tomatoes 0 I 0\)/. which would be very good Research Service, also con­ deteriorate when exposed to longer req uire green thumbs to ummer s from an ecological point of ducted a substantial amount of light, a feature that makes them By BRIAN J. Cox produce a large yield from their view," McKenna said. research with plants' exposure attractive to environmentalists comi ng! Hilltop Scit!i:ch Wriler vegetable gardens, as mulches The underlying scientific to different wavelengths of because the ir ecological designed for strawbetTi es and (J.ri>.f' :i.,.l.-4, (,,..."[ ,V.;,,(r Researchers at Clemson Uni­ principle behind the mulch lies light. imprint is very small. other fru its are in the works. "'''~ .r>~i:ir>r<-, versity working with scientists in its c.:olor: red mulch reflects The selectively reflective SRM-Red is particularly suit­ Companies like Burpee and at the U.S. Department of more far-red to red light than mulch they developed repre­ ed to· do its job, because it is Gardener's Supply Company Ho1nO Kong $693 Agriculture have created a new, bare ground, which stimulates sents optimum conditions for made out of plas tic. sell the mulch at $14.95 for a selectively reflective tomato the tomato plant to pro9uce a tomato growth. "The way it is used as a plas­ 50x4-foot ro ll , and it is London $394 plant mulch that grows bigger, greater amount of phy­ "Basically, anyone who eats is tic, it has an advantage because reusable from season to season. juicier plants. Consumer tochrome, a color-sensitive a customer," Kasperbauer said. it wo n't degrade before the sea­ It appears that backyard gar- · Sydney ~1366 Reports, the consumer advo­ protein that regulates plant Nutritionally and in regard to son is over. The plants need to dening will never be the same cacy magazine, confirms mar­ growth and development. As a flavor, tomatoes grown usi ng be exposed to the reflected again. . •. Jo,)annesb~rg $J023 keters' claims of up to a 20 result, photosynthesis is more the mulch have proven signif­ light of the mulch for the entire "It developed as a theory, and percent improvement in toma­ efficient. icant!y better than their coun­ season," Kasperbauer said. it worked," Kasperbauer said. to size. Sonoco Products, Inc. of terparts grown in plain soil. The plas tic mulch is poten­ Mary Mc Kenna, a plant ecol­ Hartsville, South Carolina. The mulch does, however, have tially recyclable. The mulch 1'.lEF·l'(• ·,1~,1111,~,r,.-11 ogist in the Depart ment of cu!1'ently holds the distribution its criticism. does not require ma nufacture Sdenc~ Writer Brian J. Cox ctm be htK'JJJm11 t1~• rights for the product, known rcarhe,I at Biology at Howard University, "I'm c.:oncerned that the mulch out of plasti c to be effective -­ [email protected] J. ')lrt•~t, ?r expresses guarded optimism as SRM-Red. Michael is made of plastic, which is but due to its light weight and 'll01 M l,.W .. I fi 1 for the new mulch. "It might Kasperbauer and Patrick Hart, deri ved from petroleum ," insulating properties-- appears lh,1s~inqtr. n allow us to spend less money as co-inventors of the new prod­ McKenna said. Indeed, many to be the preferred material. a result of not us ing herbicides, uct at the Agr icultural mulches are biodegradable or Legions of gardeners will no · (202) 33 7-6464 Ji-. ' ..

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..... Athletes, Coaches Honored at Awards Ceremony ' prised of the gory Simmonds and Jahmanie Ander- 1997 Coach of the Year and By EBONY D. \\1111TE most athletes son (men's soccer), Sharenc Edwards women's basketball coach Hilltop Staff Writer earning a 3.0 (women's soccer), Nicholas Askew Sany~ 'Iyler for her third con- or higher was (men's swimming), Toni Dwarka secutivc year as tournament The football team's Bobby Brown and women's track- presented (women's swimming), Gia Landry coach. 's Tamyra Edwards were top honorees at this year's -: \ IJ:llo",f:Cl!\i..~ with the (women's tennis), Chad Hamilton :ti.::<.JI," The year's first team All- Annual Athletic Awards Ceremony. Brown and :·, IBison Acade- (men's tennis), Isaac Sugut (men's MEAC selections were Mar- Edwards were presented the Outstanding Male and '· '~ •· mic Award. cross country and outdoor track), • , ques Douglas (football), Alisha Female M,letos of

Media, Pa., led the women's team. Mackins earned 28 points, won the for Fall Competition By ADRI ENNE TRICE 1,500-roeter run and the 3,000-meter run. She didn't finish there. She cap­ Hilltop Staff Writer tured second in lhe 800. Abigail Harry, a senior also from Media, Pa.. won Coaches Foresee Winning Season the triple jump and placed second in lhe Jong jump. Tamyra Edwards, Championships come and go, leaving teams only to train hard over the Howard University senior, placed third in the 1.500 and the 3,000. Due summer and look forward to another season. Spring sports at Howard Uni­ to an injury, Edwards had to drop out of ihe 800-meter race. By ADRIENNE TRICE versity-- tennis, track, lacrosse and baseball-- proved the Bison were a The men's performance in the competition is attributed to the injuries Hilltop Staff Writer force to be reckoned with during championships. inflicted on key team members during spring championships. • However, the team produced a win. Sophomore Isaac Sugu1, a native of With 1he completion of spring sports, coaches and athletes are Tunnis Kenya, Africa. place first in the 500-meter run. Larry Blankenship, a preparing for fall competition. The men's and women's tennis teams, coached by Larry Strickland, are sophomore from Kansas City, Mo., placed seventh in the long jump. \Vhen school resumes, most Howard faJI sports will ha\'C already definitely on their way to building a sound program. At MEAC champi­ begun practicing and making plans for upcoming games, meets and onships, held April 16-18, the men's team finished fifth overall. The Lacrosse matches. women's team lost to Hampton University in the final round. Newcomers to Howard, the women's lacrosse 1eam finished the season Howard sports such as soccer, swimming, volleyball, cross-coun­ "Hopefully, with some added maturity and additional players the team 3-8. Laurie Podmilsak, the 1eam1s coach. said the team accomplished a try and football have been successful in the pas1. The teams now will do well next season," Strickland said. lot in a short period of time. She said the team's primary focus was to hope to strengthen their weaknesses. and demons1ra1e that Howard The team comprises of freshmen and sophomores, so losing matured develop the fundamental skills of the sport. The coach said, "With con­ University excels not only academically, but also athlc1ically. players is not an issue. tinued practice, the program will be a success." The Men's and women's swimming and diving team, under the I leadership of Coach E. Newton Jackson, hopes to continue their win­ 1rack Baseball ning record. The men's track team placed tenth at the MEAC Outdoor Championships Chuck Hinton, Chico Hin1011 and Eric Johnson, coaches for the base­ Coach Jackson said he is expec1ing great things from the wom­ held in Tallahassee Fla. The women's team came in fifth in the event. ball team, said the team played with hard hitters this season-- George en's 1cam. Women swimmers to look for next season will be Ngozi Only a limited number of athletes from each team were able to compete Washington and the University of Maryland. The team competed in the Monu, Tony Dwarkan and Vanessa Touw. in the championship. The MEAC implemented qualifying standards for MEAC Championships in Tallahassee, Fla., last week. Three seniors are Last season, the men's swim team did exceptionally well. Coach the competition this year. turning in lheir bats at the close of the season. Jackson is looking for freshman Willie Stewart to improve in lead­ The MEAC's Most Valuable Plajer, Ayanna Mackins, a freshmen from ership and consis1ency. Touw. a gradualc s1udent, will use her last year of eligibili1y in the fall. She is expected to be a s1rong contender in 1he Bunerfly. "Swimming i~ really an individual spor1." says Coach Jackson. "but Players Progress Despite Deficient Facilities as a team we are looking to win the SCC (Southern Conference Championships)." Howard University does 1101 own the facililies, some athle1cs to receive 1reatment in the halls, The "Sharks." as the team is often called, will have their first meet By EuoNY D. WHITE so it may 1101 regulate them. This situarion can according to trainers. in Burr gymnasium against Gcorge1own University on October 23. Hilltop Sports Editor be problematic when determining who uses The weight room has the same problem. The learn is expecting challenging compe1ition and hopes that it will what and when. Weight lifting equipment occupies most of the have the support of Howard students. Howard University's Athletic Department may The tennis team must sweep and clean 1hc noor, leaving lit1le space to actually work out. The men's and women's cross-country teams, coached by William justifiably claim some of the greatest athletes in courts prior to games and practice. It is not "Because the hours posted for students to work Moultrie, will approach this season as they have in the past-- with its conference. Yet, it is walking on a crutch when uncommon for the team members to find hypo­ out are so limited, 1he lillle weight room we do vigorous practice and effort. it comes to facilities. dermic needles, condoms, and beer cans on the have is almost always overcrowded," said Monee The men will defend !heir title as the Mid-Eastern Athletic Con­ The training room can barely hold training courts. Noel, a student who works out in the weigh! ference chmnpions. Sophomores Isaac Sugu t and Kiptalam Baiwyou devices stored inside. The weight room is often Martin Ewing, a former diver for Howard's room regular) y. will lead the team. packed beyond its maximum capacity. Areas of swim team. had to adjust hi s practice times in Lack of exercise equipment and the condition The women's team aims to do well despite the departure of 1wo Burr gymnasium have no ai r conditioning. The accordance with the those of 01her swimmers. of current equipment is another complaint. Ligh1 seniors and a graduate studeni. Leadership is expec1cd from fresh­ baseball team doesn't have a baseball field. The With no diving well, he could not practice at the weights to work out with are few. Some just bring man Ayanna Mackins, who placed third last season at the MEAC tennis team doesn't have tennis cour ts. The same time. In other i11s1anccs he had to practice their own. Many machines squeak beyond the championships. indoor !rack team doesn't have an indoor track. elsewhere. When Ewing did practice in the reg­ help of oil. Many students and coaches agree that "I hope to win MEACs next year, because I know we have the tal­ The divers don't have a diving well. ular pool, he often got scraped and bruised due too much of the equipment is outdated. ent; we just needed some experience," Mackins said. Facilities th at house athletic ac.µvities and to its shallow depth. There arc two treadmills, which can be a prob­ Coach Moultrie said both teams will have a great season as long eve111s, as well as equipment utilized-by coach­ Home game attendance also suffers because of lem for Howard's thousands of students. The as they remain mentally focused. es, athletes, students and staff arc inadequate and a lack of facilities. Many students say that they remai11ing aerobic equipment functions improp­ Although last year's football team was plagued by injuries, this sometimes unsafe. would attend more home games for various erly, if it functions at all. year's edition hopes to persevere despite any adversity, according On any given day, as many as five athleti c teams sports if they were located on Howard's campus. The locker rooms have rusted lockers. Many to Head Coach Steve Wilson. Under his guidance, he said he hopes may simultaneously occupy Greene Stadium. This would make them easier to locate. 1oilet1es in the women's locker room do not the team will mature and do very well in the MEAC. Many athletes can attest to inj uries that have During indoor track season, the track team is work and are unsanitary. Mildew stains the walls. The men's soccer team is expected lo return to the NCAA tour­ come out of practicing with other sports. A forced to run circles around the liny hallway sur­ Stalls that do have doors may not close. Peeling nament, under the leadership of Coach Keith Tucker. Last season, lacrosse player was hit in the eye by a baseball rounding the upper basketball court. The floor paint decorates various broken ftxtures. despile a series of injuries, lhc team was able to advance 10 !he tour­ and had 10 be sent to the emergency room. is hard, which leads to injuries for the runners. Complaints about Howard's athletic fac ilities nament, but lost in the first round 10 the University of Virginia. The "At first I just thought it was annoying to prac­ Potholes in the outdoor track are a problem as· are many, and a number of the sludents who use team is expected to remain at the top of the Mid-Continent Con­ tice at the same time as so many other teams," well, said track Coach William Moultrie. them often believe changes are too few and far ference. said lacrosse player, Kamilah Billue, speaking of According to one source, these issues cannot between. The question is: What can bring about The women's soccer team, coached by Michelle Street, will join the accident, "but now we all realize just how be clearly understood unless those who are in changes in a more timely manner? the Big South conference next season. While getting adjusted, the unsafe it is." control of the distribution of funds were attend­ Although the Howard University Athletic ladies said they hope to demonstrate their abilities and place According to a university athletic trainer, dan­ ing games, meets and matches, for all the dif­ Director Hank Ford was unavailable for com­ Howard University at the top of the conference. ger increases each time a new sport comes on to ferent sports. ment, A.B. W illiamson, Head of Athletic Finishing third in its conference last year. the women's volleyball lhe field. The triiinipg room is another problem area Affairs, said he is aware of present conditions team hopes to return stronger in the fall. Linda Spencer will coach Most everyone at Howard is aware of the con­ where the biggest complaint is a lack of suffi­ and agrees with the general consensus that the the ladies this year. Freshman Christina Ackah, an outside player ditions of ButT gym and its components. Coach­ cient space. facil iti es arc drastically in need of renova1ions. for the team, said she really wants to focus on wi nning non-con­ es, athletes, students and staff arc aware of what "It's quite inadequate," said Nicole Pi nnock, a Budgetary allotments, however, come directly ference games and MEACs. the athletic department has and doesn't have. Ye1, trainer. "We have arQple equipment, just no from Congress, and the department cannot . All teams said they hope that Howard students will come out lo unrccieved complaints bounce-off dusty walls. where to put it." · , , appropriate funds it is not allotted. He said dis­ cheer and support them at games. In spite of it all, Howard alhletic teams, coach­ In the training room, water pumps, ice tribution is up to Patrick Swygert, who es, s1Udc11ts and staff try not to let deficient facil­ machines, rehabilitation balls, coolers, and var­ Williamson believes " .. .is committed to doing ities han1pcr their progress. Both the tennis and ious other objects monopolize most of the area. something in the future." baseball teams practice and hold home games at Trainers and massive amounts of injured ath­ fie lds near Banneker High School, through the letes also have to squeeze to fit in 1he training _ District of Columbia Department of Recreation. room. Lack of space in the training room forces THE HILLTOP I SATURDAY, MAY 9, 1998

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