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ozens osure Safety Measures Taken at Campus Postal Facilities After Virginia Infection Cases

BY IRA PORTER In the case of anthrax, Cipro is the most common Editor-in-Chief antibiotic to treat it, but Gaitor said that there are other antibiotics to treat this. At this point the hospi­ The University tested I 00 people suspected to tal does have the antibiotics to treat anthrax if any have been exposed to anthrax this week, including cases surface, Gaiter said. all of its mailroom employees, according to Univer­ Brock said it is best for students to consult per­ sity officials. sonal doctors and physicians in this case. The stu­ Four tested gram stain positive, indicating bacte­ dent health center will be providing medical coun­ ria in the body, including a student. The checks were seling for students, but not nasal swab test, Brock conducted at Howard University Hospital hospital. said. Three of the persons who showed gram positive "No one knows you better than your own person­ results were hospital patients and had no affiliation al doctor," Brock said. There was no public health with the University. threat to anyone on campus or at the hospital by Testing gram positive doesn't necessarily trans­ having the individuals tested at the hospital, Brock lates into anthrax infection, says Dr. Thomas Gaiter, said. head physician over the anthax testing for HUH. "Anthrax is not contagious and it cannot be "We all have bacteria in our system,"he said. spread from person to person," Brock said. Gaiter said test results can show up either gram stain Brock did add that mail services would be positive or gram stain negative. Because anthrax delayed. There was no mail delivered to the Univer­ shows up positive when tested, the hospital is doing sity Monday and Tuesday and it was a reduced vol­ the additional testing, he said. ume Wednesday and yesterday. To the University, the testing was more of a pre­ "There is going to be a slow down in the mail ser­ cautionary measure. vices. It may have an impact on GRE scores and "We do not know that they have been exposed to applications, but these are adjustments we are all anthrax," said University Spokesperson, Donna going to have to make," Brock said. Brock. "Because they were positive (gram stain) we wanted to be sure." FBI agents check for anthrax in a Florida building as as new cases of infection continue to emerge each day The University gets it mail from the ''We thought the best thing to do was to Brentwood Post office where two be ahead of things. Heaven forbid that if employees died earlier this week due one of our employees in our post office to anthrax related cases. Howard receives thousands of has a problem and we were not proactive.'' Students Uneasy About Campus Mail pieces of mail daily, from applications --President H. Patrick Swygert or other sorts of mail and it was better to start testing sooner than later, Presi­ dent H. Patrick Swygert said. Mail Terrorism an Everyday Fear for Some "We thought the best thing to do To combat these threats the univer­ delivery across the Howard commu­ was to be ahead of things," he said. BY. COREY CUNNINGHAM Hilltop Staff Writer sity has implemented some precau­ nity has been disrupted since the "Heaven forbid that if one of our tions that have been handed down beginning of the week. But delivery employees in our post office has a When sophomore Meridian Hill service, say Postal officials, will be problem and we were not proactive," from the national postal service. Hall resident, Ruby Abbey, checked back to norrnal by this weekend. he said. Swygert said gloves and Workers in the mailrooms of the her mail this week, she did so with a university post office and dormitory The US Post Office had stated that masks were distributed to personnel at bit of a hesitation. mailrooms at the three campuses. mailrooms now wear plastic latex service would continue without "I am worried whether the right gloves when sorting mail. delay, despite the anthrax deaths of After the initial testing is done precautions are being taken by the Also, letters and packages with out two postal workers at a principal mail through nasal swabs, if someone test lloward Post Office. I hope that return addresses are being held for sorting facility, but the center on gra_m stain positive, they begin a cul­ those people are checking all of the inspection. Other packages that Brentwood Road NE, which serves ture, which is further testing that takes mail for anthrax and any other arouse postal workers suspicions will the Howard community, was closed anywhere from 48-76 hours, Gaiter things," Abbey said after receiving a also be held for inspection. Monday for testing and cleaning, and said. package from relatives. Postal workers working in mail­ 2,000 District postal workers were This process entails taking test Abbey is not the only one at rooms will now be able to request checked for the disease. results and placing them on a disc in Howard concerned about mail terror­ testing for anthrax from the postal Many students csomplained of an incubator so they can grow. Once ism. The University Post Office is • waiting for checks, letters, and pack­ the bacterium has grown, they test it service. also concerned with the threat of Because of these precautions ages, and residents of Howard wor by using antibiotics to see what best File Photo anthrax and other terrorist measures. Postal officials admit the fact that Please See Safety, A3 treats it. President H. Patrick Swygert Female Students Concerned McGuire Represents Howard as IS About Their Safety on Campus U.S. Ambassador to Namibia

BY DERRICK K. NAYO By EBONY GIBBS safer to read that there are 'suspicious persons' and Hilltop Staff Writer Contributing Writer • 'sexual assaults' taking place on campus," said Junior Sociology major Tasha Ulmer. • Former Howard Diplomat-in-Residence, Kimberly Tyson, a freshman English major from Campus Police reports confirm crimes that take Kevin McGuire, was sworn-in Tuesday as Nevada and resident of the Bethune Annex looks place everyday on campus and in surrounding areas. e United States ambassador to Namibia over her shoulders more than twice as she walks The crimes range from auto theft to kidnapping and uring a formal ceremony at the State home from the Undergraduate Library after a late armed assault and female students question when epartment. night of studying with friends. Tyson, like many they will feel safe on campus. McGuire will travel to the southern region other female students questions just how safe she is "It's hard to believe that all of this takes place on f Africa to begin his stay at the U.S. on campus every evening like this one. our campus and I don't think that people really take mbassy, where his task of strengthening "I have never been robbed before, but with the it seriously, but in reality there is a lot going on that merican foreign policy and trade agree­ things that are happening on campus now, I am not we need to talk about amongst ourselves," said ents in Namibia will commence. so sure it's not a distant possibility," Tyson said. "I Ulmer. Many female students, including Ulmer are "He's been in foreign service for quite a carry mace and a Swiss Army knife with me at all calling for a University sponsored symposium on ong time after holding several senior posi­ times whether I am walking to Texaco or any of the campus safety. "Someone should address these con-­ ·ons," said June Perry, the present Diplomat­ dorms late at night," she added. cerns and they should take seriously the risk we are ·n-Residence for Howard University. "He's Tyson is not alone in carrying a concealed weapon at as we travel around·campus and offer suggestions ery experienced and will work well as an for protection from rogues and thieves lurking and tips for more safety so that students can travel ambassador." around campus and other areas. "Every week I read Please See Safley, A3 McGuire acknowledged President H. Patrick Photo by Derrick Nayo the Crime report and it doesn't make me feel any wygert and the 15 to 20 Howard students that Fonner Howard Diplomat Kevin McGuire was sworn in as U.S ere in attendance during his induction speech. e gave an overview of Nanlibia's crisis with IDS and the countries quick response and use of the doing as well as us (in international affairs programs)." frican Growth and Opportunity Act. The efforts of both Perry and McGuire as Diplomat­ After the induction process, McGuire awaited hand­ in-Residence at Howard have increased the success of shakes of the 80 or so guests in attendance and took students planning on Foreign Service. Last summer, 11 ictures with his family. Howard students served as interns at embassies, said • • Ambassador to the U.S. from Namibia, H.E. Perry. Three Howard students are Foreign Affair Fel­ eonard lliumbu, showed tremendous support of lows, which is a very prestigious award and honor erica's decision to send McGuire to his country. given to only IO students in the country. The award e "He's (McGuire) a great candidate that will facilitate provides room, board, and internships for honoree£ an ade and business between the U.S. and Namibia," is sponsored by the State Department in conjunction said lliumbu. "He'll do his job and we will cooperate with the Woodrow Wilson foundation. Mecca Poet ith his plans." Foreign Service encourages students to eventually Makes Her Lit­ McGuire was the Diplomat-in-Residence for help in conducting U.S. relations with the nations of oward University from '96 to '98, and was responsi­ the world through "an effective international presence erary Debut le for providing students with internships in foreign and discerning diplomatic leadership." The essential ffairs and at various embassies. His largest goal was goal of Foreign Service programs is to help America Bl o strengthen Howard's role in international affairs. "invest in diplomacy now to prevent conflict, promote here are IO to 15 representatives at universities from democracy, protect the environment, decrease the pos­ e State Department in the U.S said Perry. sibilities of much more costly conflicts later, and help "We're awfully excited for him," said Swygert. ensure the prosperity and well-being of the American "He's a member of the extended Howard family. Now people." une Perry is doing a great job. Not another University A2 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2001 THE HILLTOP

• .. ozce• hat's In Name? Mr. and Ms. Howard Respond By STEPHANIE CROUCH be easy. "With my involvement in Alpha nationally and locally, but help fundraise stages, advisor Oscar Jones seems to look Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incor­ and serve as host for guests visiting the Uni­ forward to the accomplishments of Dixon Contributing writer and Muhammad. "These two individuals porated and Alex being HUSA's vice pres­ versity. These two hope to play a key role have an aura about themselves," Jones said. .. ident coupled with our own initiative, we are in helping President Swygert raise money Her voice told the story. In faltering "Not only are these individual self-moti­ ensured success in community service," for the University. vated but they have strong leadership skills What measures do you words, she indicated that the position of Ms. said Muhammad. In fact the duo hasn't Dixon feels some of the active roles he's and I feel their reign will be extremely suc­ cessful." think the university Howard is much more multifaceted than wasted a moment yet. Dixon currently taken within the University have prepared people think. serves as a mentor for children at Bruce him for this job perfectly. "My position as should put in place Kamliah Muhammad, recently crowned Monroe Elementary School while Muham­ Mr. Howard and HUSA Vice President go Ms. Howard, says that being Ms. Howard mad helped clean a homeless shelter in hand in and hand because they both allow to make the students is more then being visible on campus. She Alexandria, Virginia this past Saturday. me to act as an ambassador for the Univer­ said that the title will allow her to impact Since there are no guidelines or agendas sity," Dixon said. feel safe? various types of people; people that include indicating the responsibility of Mr. and Ms. To put themselves directly in contact students on both a national and local level. Howard, Dixon and Muhammad plan on with offices within the University, Dixon "What I'm striving to be is a realistic rep­ giving back the respect that the title once and Muhammad are in the process on com­ resentation of students at Howard Univer­ demanded. "I want to bring a reverence to posing a cover letter. The cover letter indi­ To write for sity,'' said Muhammad. "And in terms of the platform,'' Dixon said. cates their desire to represent the diverse ele­ recruitment, it would be a privilege to serve Muhammad agrees with Dixon's comment. ments of Howard University and provides campus call as an example and provide guidance for "We wish to restore respect by keeping stu­ a number where Dixon and Muhammad potential Howard University students." dents informed on our endeavors so that we can be contacted. Also the cover informs the And how does Muhammad plan on can also provide an example for future Mr. and administration how they want to serve as Jennifer or impacting the Howard community? Ms. Howard," said Muhammad. student representatives. This letter will be sent to such offices as enrollment manage­ • Through community service she says. Both Dixon and Mupammad also feel the Brakkton • Muhammad believes that with the organi­ title designates them to be ambassadors for ment, office of ad,nissions and department Melanee Johnson, Junior, zations her corresponding partner Mr. the university as a whole. Under this title of alumni affairs and other entity's that need @806-6866 Pre-Physical Therapy Howard, Alex Dixon and she are a part of, both Dixon and Muhammad plan to not their services. joining community service projects should only recruit the brightest students both With their reign still in the beginning __ , • "I don't think they can do • anything." • Some Students Feel Long Lasting Impact of September 11th •· • By ALEXIS MCMURPHY ing our nation's airports and air travel facili­ ways. "For Thanksgiving, I might just stay be sent into combat," said Jihan-Griffin. "I do Contributing Writer ties. To the dismay of many, September I I here and celebrate the holiday with my friends not know if! should be scared or not, but I can equals unemployment. that can't go home because I am not so sure say that this has all affected me very person­ When many heard the news that an airplane "My mother worked there for twelve years about flying anymore," said freshman Behav­ ally," she said. • crashed into the first tower of the World Trade and now they just can't keep her so she has to ioral Sciences major Monique Alston. Alston Other students have been affected by the - Center in New York City the morning of Sep­ find a job somewhere else," said Tucker. said that she would not return to Ohio for the nation's crisis in different ways. "I have an • • tember II, many were worried about loved "When things like this happen, people only Thanksgiving recess although paying for her anxiety disorder," said one interviewee who ones, but freshman Radio, television and film think about the immediate effects, but my airfare is not an issue. 'That has nothing to do wished to remain nameless. "And I had to be Lindsey Spann, Sophomore, major, Michelle Tucker·s anxiety grew deep mother being out of a job is something that we with it. I am really just afraid," Alston said. admitted to the hospital and receive medica­ History as she thought of her mother, a stuardess for never expected to happen to our family," While the fear that September 11 invoked tion because I was suffering from insomnia as • "What they don't need to do is put the American Airlines. Although, Tucker called Tucker said. may be long lasting for many Americans, a result of what my doctors called 'situation­ • barricades in front of the Towers, her mother and too her relief, she was safe, Another student with a parent employed by some students' fears are real in that their fam­ ally induced anxiety'," he said. • esp. because the incident happened now nearly one month and a half after the trag­ one of the nation's major airlines wished to ily members and friends have been called to : Many Americans and students alike suffer • outside of the barricade." ic events, Tucker's family is feeling the eco­ remain nameless but said "My father quit his duty in the name of the country and its resolute from this and many other anxiety disorders as nomic impact of September I I th . job at Continental because he was too afraid principles. Senior Theater Arts major Marjani a result of life altering conditions like those that Remembering the privilege of discounted to fly again after September I I th . He was afraid Jihan-Griffin has two family members enlist­ tragically unfolded September 11 as lives were flights, Tucker like so many Americans, does for his safety and! don't think that he's a cow­ ed in the U.S. Army whom have been called dramatically lost. Some students question if life not mourn the loss of a life, but of her moth­ ard because he is afraid to give up his life to to fight overseas. will ever return to its state before 91 I. "I think

er's job. National polls estimate that between terrorists." "My brother called me a few weeks ago and that the headlines were right. Life will be for­ • 25 and 40 percent of jobs within the air trav­ Other students are feeling the impact of told me that he and my older cousin were ever changed and we won't even know it until • el industry will be lost in the process of secur- September 11 and its related events in other called from selective service to be on alert to all the affects unfold,'" said Jihan-Griffin. • '

• Heat Resurfaces as October Ends • Tracy Givens, Sophomore, Marketing "They should increase This is a service of the Howard University Campus Police. This report was compiled by Campus Editor Jennifer Cummings. security presence and uniformity throughout Oct22 Qumi- Troth Hall Bethune Annex security procedures." Sick transport Lost property HPT' Theft I Meridian Hill Hall Oct24 Sick transport Student Health Center Dental School Sick transport HPT' Vandalism Failure to comply Student Health Center Student Health Center Sick transport HUH Sick transport Damaged property HPT-F.ast LJJt LaCondria Beckwith, Senior, Banneker LJJt Stolen auto(recovered) Broadcast Journalism Administration Bldg. Stolen auto "They should have more Theft II Banneker LJJt campus police out at night CookHall and patrol the campus more." Suspicious activities Banneker LJJt Threat to do bodily Stolen auto harm Oct23 Carver Hall Drew Hall Photo by Vince Smith Students found time to rest up on the yard Wednesday after tempatures Bethune Annex Lost property Lost property reached near record highs in the 80's. Lost property HPT' Lost property

• Darryl Dobins, Sophomore, Students for a Renewed Tomorrow Rally for Social Consciousness Marketing By KEYANNA THOMPSON don't think that people understand the impli­ do not care about this, but it is an issue "They should take down these place blame on the CDC for the deaths cations of that," she added. which affects everyone living in this city," of the two late postal employees. "Just as barricades so we don't feel Contributing Writer In a mid-afternoon press conference held she said. Robinson is just one of a group of Senators and Congressman argued Wednes­ like we' re in the middle concerned students rallying in efforts to day, the CDC was delayed in making the As Junior History major, Stephanie wells at the districts main health administrative of a war zone." promote change within our local commu­ connection between the Daschle letter and skims the pages of the Washington Post with facility Tuesday, Mayor Anthony Williams her friend and roommate Junior English major along with representatives from the Center nity. Robinson and a group of six other stu­ the postal facility and they[CDC] should Tiffany Knowles, the two begin a dialogue for Disease Control, and the DC Board of dents have created and founded a non-prof­ accept blame for their grave mistake," said that is taking place in many classrooms Health confirmed the deaths of two postal it organization to rouse student and public Robinson. around campus and around many roundtables employees from the same postal facility interest in issues of local concern. Their Some students along with many con­ within the community. As news sttuck early responsible for handling the life threatening group, Students for a Renewed Tomorrow cerned community and federal government Tuesday that the two postal employees, letter sent to Senate Majority Leader Tom will make their debut to the social con­ leaders believe that the Center for Disease employed at the Brentwood Postal facility Daschle. Some students from the Universi­ sciousness scene when they open with their Control was not hasty in efforts to locate here in Washington, died as a result of suspi­ ty were on hand to hear the mayor's com­ roundtable discussion on "The Affects of people at risk for anthrax inhalation. cious causes from anthrax bacteria, many ments and confirmations. War on the Human Psyche" to be held with­ "I stay informed of what is going on and I students were shocked by the news. "Nothing that he said was reassuring. It in the month on campus. really think that someone should have made Decola Pa~on, Senior, "When people say that they are not affect­ seems as though DC is in a panic situation Their chief issue now is the current health a connection before it was too late and we are Political Science ed by September 11 th and its aftermath, and no one wants to accept blame," said situation within the city. With the now 35 petitioning for the resignation of those CDC 'They should stop interrogating they are fooling themselves," said Knowles. sophomore Biology major and attendee of reported cases of possible anthrax exposure, officials who did not use good judgment in the students who live in the "Anthrax is literally right _down the street the press conference, Julia Robinson. "I including the two fatal cases, SRT is creat­ making that connection," said SRT co­ East and West Towers; and people are dying and for some reason I think that some Howard students probably ing a stir with its written materials that founder,junior finance major Kimari Johnson. we don't want to feel like we're in solitary confinement."

Compiled by: Shala D. Wilson THE HILLTOP FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2001 A3 Female Students Students Uneasy Concerned About Their n protection Safety on Campus AboutCampus 30years. to get From Al address it," added Warren. ail started. freely without focusing concern on She is not alone in her sugges­ their safety," she said. tions for University officials and Resident of the West Towers and although Campus Police patrol the From Al we could." sophomore Psychology major, areas around campus regularly, ried about missing bill pay­ Abbey agrees with Postal Guaranteed Ashley Warren feels that her safety some students do not feel that they ments and being charged late officials. "I don't care if they i safety. is at risk each time she leaves her can trust their safety in this system. fees. have to stop the mail, as long dorm room. "I don't feel safe here "Campus Police have driven by me "I haven't received my cell as I don't get infected with anymore. I literally watched the and my friends when we're walk­ phone bill yet, and that's all I anything. I would rather be ~ - shooting from my window and I ing from campus late at night. need is another late payment safe than sorry." heard that something happened to They just keep rolling on without charge," said freshmen Eileen The post office stated that it a girl near campus when no one stopping to see if we need a ride," Graves. is now bringing in replacement was around and it was only 8:30," said sophomore transfer student Echoing Graves concerns equipment from Virginia and said Warren. Leah Rhones. "I came here from junior Tonya Jenkins said, "I elsewhere to speed the recov­ Bragging rights at "People tell girls to take a buddy New York so I am used to being live off campus, if I don't get ery of the mail service. the water cooler . everywhere, but what about inde­ careful, but after being here, I have my bills in on time I will be The Brentwood anthrax pendence. Why isn't it safe enough a new appreciation for the word", studying by candle light." scare particularly affects to walk alone on campus?," asks said Rhones. US Postal Service spokes­ Howard students in Zip codes You've just discovered the Series I Bond. It's guaranteed to stay Warren. She like many other stu­ Campus Police officials wish to woman, Deborah Yackley 2000 I, 20004 and 20005 ahead of inflation for 30 years, and you can get this protection with dents wishes that the University remind students that they are free released a statement saying, because their mail is sorted at as little as $50. Now that's a discovery and student leaders would make to call their (202) 806-1100 num­ "We were testing employees. the facility. But, however, mail safety a top priority. "I think too ber for rides from places to and on That was our first priority. If delivery in those areas is worth bragging about. Check it out at many times, people in power over­ campus. They also suggest that the mail had to wait, it waited. expected to continue. www.savingsbonds.gov. look what they see as small issues, the call boxes located in many We were doing it for safety's ·f&onds but safety is really important and locations throughout campus be sake. We tried to do the best when students don't feel safe used in cases of emergency to send where they live away from home out a call for their alert. someone needs to seriously Visit our Web site at www.savingsbonds.gov e A public service of this newspaper

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ESK By Michael Zimmerman or other hazardous material. Although the Senate is still "I'm scared, however I have to wear gloves and mask Contributing Writer in session, Capital Hill is closed until further notice. The as a precaution," said Scott." I have a family and I don't Anthrax Claims the Lives of closure of the International Finance Corp. on Pennsyl­ want to expose them." Two D.C Postal Workers In the metropolitan Washington area, many people vania and several government offices, as well as the Nowadays, those living in the district are either talk­ have been trying to cope with the devastation of the Pen­ deaths of two postal workers at the Brentwood facility ing about Osama Bin Laden and the possibility of more tagon disaster and bio-terrorist threats. The city now has has created mass hysteria throughoutJhe city. terrorist attacks or Anthrax. Many are changing how another threat on its hands, Anthrax. On Monday Oct 15, As a result, hundreds of staffers on Capitol Hill and they live for example, the increase in the purchase of It appears that Anthrax was a letter sent to Senate Majority Leader Thomas A. Daschle throughout the city are being tested including Ansley life insurance policies and hesitancy on opening up mail the cause of death of two DC that read 'You cannot stop us. We have this Anthrax. You Meredith, a graduate studen.t who said "my preliminary to even taking precautions on drinking water from pub- die now. Are you afraid? Death to America. Death lic fountains. postal workers on Tuesday at to Isreal. Allah is great," tested positive for Anthrax A few weeks ago, a bizarre man boarded the Brentwood facility. Two bacteria. Investigators discovered that the letter In an effort to alleviate some ofthe tension and anxiety, the Metro at Southern Avenue in Temple Hills came through a postal distribution center in Tren­ with a spray bottle and a gun however it was the other employees have contacted ton, New Jersey. This incident along with the the city has put out several lwtlines to help people with spray bottle that seemed at the time most dis­ the most severe form of the Anthrax reports in Florida and New York has put any questions or concerns. The Anthrax lwtline number turbing because of the threat of Anthrax. Metro Washingtonians into a state of panic. is (202) 432-9552 or ifa person needs any medical was shut down several hours because of this inci­ disease. The facility's The FBI has received 2300 reports of sus­ attention, the lwtline number is (202) 432-9045 and dent and many other situations like reported gas employees, as well as the other pected anthrax bacteria including six people leaks. Many Washingtonians believe that metro infected in the bio-terror attacks that has Fed­ Metro has an inform11tion web-site, www.wmata.com is the next place to be struck and they're won­ approximately 60 bulk mail eral and State authorities scrambling to decipher dering are their Ii ves at risk? receiving institutions in the between those that are genuine and others which "We have taken noticeable precautions such are hoaxes. Phony anthrax reports have come from col­ test were negative." as more officers in florescent red vest and canine dogs that district, have been lege camruses, New York subways, the Sears Towers President Bush and Mayor Anthony Williams have will help increase visibility," said Metro spokesperson Lisa in Chicago and even inside a Halloween card. encouraged everyone to get back to normal. However, Fabstein. recommended for immediate Attorney General John D. Ashcroft, in a news con­ for many that won't be easy. Metro has eliminated the trash bins, recycling boxes antibiotic treatment. ference, said that any hoaxes are destructive acts of "I didn't even want to come to work" said Ebony for newspapers and vending machines. "These were cowards and that any false Anthrax threats will be pros­ Malloy, who along with La Shawn Scott, work at the removed because someone can put a harmful substance ecuted. From the media to government buildings and Office of the Inspector General. Both ladies are Senior in them," said Fabstein. "Also, the bicycle racks schools, security has tightened especially here in the city. Information Processing Technicians that as their job underneath the tracks will be gone as well." Scores of calls have poured into the Office of Dr. have to open and sort mail. ''I have to wear gloves, mask In addition, "Dear Rider" letters are being sent out, Anthrax Found at White House Harold Moody, Chairman of Infectious Disease at and a full body bio-suit." urging customers to be more watchful and to alert them Mail Site Howard University Hospital due to supposed Anthrax Their job duties include opening and sorting mail. if anything is suspicious. Tests confi11n the presence of Whitman-Walker Clinic Continues Fight Anthrax at the off-site facility used to screen White House Against HIV/AIDS Epidemic mail. All employees at the site • and the White House were By TESSA SMITH the fight against AIDS and continues to do so locally symposium on nutrition, drugs, and HIV/AIDS. The Contributing Writer with clinics in the Washington D.C. and Arlington, VA conference emphasized the importance of knowing tested, however, the results were area. In an attempt to broaden its scope of influence, the what kinds of drugs and foods can benefit or hurt peo­ not yet confi11ned. The Whitman-Walker Clinic, a non-profit organiza­ clinic reaches out across the nation to individuals both ple already living with HIV/AIDS. tion, provides heath care in the form of HIV/ AIDS affected and infected by the HIV/AIDS virus with par­ "Nutrition is often over looked when it comes to the testing, treatment, education, and counseling to all ticipation in programs geared towards HIV/AIDS edu­ treatment of HIV /AIDS but it plays an important role," affected. cation and awareness such as the National AIDS said then Executive Director Cornelius Baker. "Its original focus was the gay, lesbian, and bi-sexu­ Marathon. The marathon is a fundraising effort created The Whitman-Walker Clinic has also sponsored a Southeast Gang Leader al communities because at the time of inception, no one by Walk-A-Talk Productions in 1998. It requires a six­ conference on HIV/AIDS in the local African-Ameri­ Sentenced to Life was reaching out to them," said former volunteer and month training period implemented by Jeff Galloway, can community, as the average for the African-Ameri­ intern Alexandra Jones. "As HIV/AIDS began to spread a world-renowned Olympic athlete. can with AIDS living in Washington, D.C. is more than out and affect other communities, Whitman-Walker Although the marathon benefits those living with 28 percent higher than the national average. The AIDS Ending the first capital murder Clinic responded, expanding its services to everyone." HIV/AIDS and their loved ones, it is open to anyone education clinic teamed up with Shiloh Baptist Church What started in the basement of Georgetown Luther­ who is willing to participate and those people adamant to disseminate information about AIDS awareness and trial in the District in over 30 an Church, now thrives and stands on its own merits. about bringing the AIDS epidemic to an end. prevention throughout Washington, D.C. years, Southeast D.C. gang For 25 years and with over 1,700 volunteers, the clinic The Whitman-Walker Clinic assumes many roles in The Whitman-Walker clinic was established to meet caters to the needs of hundreds of people each 1nonth. the fight against AIDS, not just by seeking monetary the needs of those living with HIV/ AIDS on a local and leader, Tommy Edelin was The Whitman-Walker Clinic has been a forerunner in assistance. In April of 2000, the clinic presented an FDA national level and it continues to effectively do so. sentenced to life in prison. Edelin avoided the death sentence due to an unanimous Metro Reports Free Fare Weekend a Success decision by a federal jury. By JOSEF SAWYER compared to weekends in October 2000 said media rela­ pie were using the metro systen1," Taub said. Staff Writer tions employee Steven Taub. Surprisingly rider-ship increased 39.2% as compared Convicted on Oct.11, he faced To keep tabs on these riders metro stationed counters to the three previous weekends where metro only aver­ four murder charges, Metro's October 13 th and 14th free fare weekend at every entry point on the metro system. aged 362,000 trips according to Taub. showed promising signs that things are returning to nor­ Approximately 279,000, people rode the Metro on Local businesses like TGI Friday's and ESPN Zone racketeering, and other mal in Washington, DC. The free fare weekend was pro­ Saturday, which is an approximate 4.5 percent increase saw increased business but the numbers were not stag­ racketeering charges. posed and implemented by the office of Major Antho­ for a regular Saturday in October. gering said manager Richard Wesley. ny Williams as an incentive to get more tourists to the On Sunday approximately 225,000 people took "Friday was a pretty normal day, but the Saturday downtown area, which would hopefully increase busi­ advantage of the free fare weekend, which is an 11.4% night clutter was much more than usual, but we need ness that is in decline. increase from an average Sunday in October according the increase," said Wesley. ESPN Zone, Hilton, and TGI Friday's are among the to Taub. Although there was an increase in business this Postal Delays May Affect businesses that have seen a sharp drop off in since the Rider-ship was up 7.5% as compared to other week­ weekend time will be the main factor in repairing the ends in October. September 11, terrorists' attacks. damage caused by the September 11 th tragedy said Absentee Ballots "If it means going downtown or around the city, peo- Metro reported a 3.5 percent ridership increase as weekend manager Michael Erickson of ESPN Zone. Due to the Anthrax scare and postal delays, election officials in Northem Virginia are urging voters to vote early in person, rather than sending absentee ballots through the mail. Mailing the ballots could result in votes not received on time. For more info, contact your local office of voter registration.

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t started off with the 31-17 loss to Jack­ they not winning? How big of a role does son State in September. Somewhere coaching( or lack thereof) play in their losses? LTOP between that time and now there was the It has been five years since Howard won the 26-24 loss to Hampton, an embarrassing 53-20 MEAC championship. We are currently 2-5, beating from FAMU, the 45- coming off of a blowout. Something has to THE NATIONS LARGEST HBCU NEWSPAPER ~ loss to Tennessee State, a change. Tnuch needed 41-15 win It seems the University is against Morgan State and a Our View: trying to revamp sports. ' JASON T. SMITH 22-15 win against Benedict They are committing more JAMAL 0. POPE CONTRIBUTING EDITOR College for Homecoming. money and focus to SHANNON WASHINGTON The University needs PAGE DESIGNERS This latest loss to North Car­ women's basketball. They BRAKKTON BOOKER olina A&T, 76-30, is it. If to look for new hired a new athletic director. JENNIFER CUMMINGS ANTI.JuAN JACKSON any one of those other losses coaching solutions In the last two years, the CAMPUS EDITORS ILLUS1RATOR or the fact that the last few for the football team men's and women's basket­ seasons, the team has not had ball teams have gotten new JONATHAN C. SIMS MELANIE NESBfl"I' a winning record is not a red coaches. They both had win­ LIFE & STYLF/CALENDAR EDITOR VINCE SMITH flag, what will be? ning seasons last year. The women even won CRYSTAL ANDERSON We know there is a lot of talent on the foot­ the MEAC championship. ALLEN POWELL II PHmDGRAPHERS . ball team. We know they practice hard and The University should continue this trend. SPOITTS EDITOR .bring what they can to the field. So maybe we Thirteen years is a long time without favor­ DIAHANN DoYEN need to tum our attention elsewhere. Why are able results. This is just a suggestion. MONICA BARBARA BUSINESS MANAGER ' ENGAGE EDITOR OLANIKE BELW ERICA HUBBARD ASSISTANT BUSINESS Let the Comic Run AKEYA DICKSON MANAGER NEWS EDITORS aron McGruder has picked up the torch identity crises, some newspapers have altered ERNESI' ScOTI passed on by such legendary cartoon­ their approach to the strip. Print editions of the AKILAH BELL ADVERTISING MANAGER ists as the late Hemlock, of the Wash- New York Daily News pulled 'The Boondocks" ONLINE EDITOR ington Post. Fearlessly challenging the govern­ for three days the week of October 1st. Long MELISSA C. HORN ment and any other potentially scandalous Island's Newsday also chose not to run 'The JAMAL POPE ADVERTISING LAYOUT institution that dare rear its ugly head, Hemlock Boondocks" for three days that same week, but WEB ASSISTANT MANAGER was a political force to be reck- ran less controversial strips SHALA WILSON oned with. With Huey Free­ those three days. Editors of the DENISE CORBETT PHOTO EDITOR man, the black-powered main Our View: Dallas Morning Star ran the OFFICE MANAGER character of his strip, "The strips but moved them from •,.~oondocks," McGruder, oper­ The mainstream media the comics page into the ates in the same vein, and has paper's Variety page, which Now in its 77th year, The_Hillt_op is ~ritten and produced every Tuesday and Friday by is afraid to hear people the stude_nts of Howard Un1yers1tr, With a readership of more than 10,000 students and picked up where cartoonists features columnists and cross­ such as Hemlock could have speak their mind and commun1!Y. members, the Hilltop 1s _the_ largest black collegiate newspaper in the nation. word puzzles. The op1n1ons exp'.essed on the Ed1ton~l ~age are the views of the The Hilltop Editorial quite possibly left off. they're putting money "It seemed a good idea to ~oi_rr~ and d? not d1re~tly reflect the op1n1on of Howard University, its Administration, What do these two have in before journalism. put him on the ' Variety' 1nd1v1dual H1llt?P Policy Board members, or _the student body. The opinions expressed common? Both of their strips page", said Sue Smith, deputy on the Perspectives page are those of the waters and do not represent the view of the raise eyebrows, spark conversa- managing editor of Living sec­ Editorial Board. ,tions and controversies. Differences? Hemlock tion of the Dallas Morning News to an online The Hilltop en~ourages. yo~ to share your opini~ns on articles published in the was a 92-year-old white male cartoonist for the source. "It put him on a page by himself but also newspap~r. The Hilltop Ed1tonal Board reserves ~e nght to edit letters for space and Washington Post, while Aaron McGruder is a 25- kept him in the paper." grammatical errors. All letters should be typed, signed and include a complete address year-old black male syndicated cartoonist. Not to With nothing less than diehard patriotism being and telephone n~mber. Please send letters to: 2251 Sherman Ave., NW, Washington, D.C. mention the fact that Aaron McGruder is facing the new status quo, censorship does not just start 20001. Questions, comments and letters can also be sent via email to: [email protected]. censorship where Hemlock would probably have and stop at the color line. The definitive of what is faced praise. The. ~eadline to submit ads to the paper is the Friday preceding publication. The acceptable and what is not now depends on whether advert1s1ng department can be reached at (202) 806-4749. 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The news and media can be a key component to our nation's feeling of security and to eliminate those Yes, America needs to be aware of where it stands at the America is a very proud nation, we like to boost and destroy a nation, just think about it. What the news and forces that are against us, but is the news and media giv­ present, but only to an extent. Sometimes it is better for gov­ show off what we have and the many accomplishments media broadcast you best believe that the terrorists are ing us to much information? Should the government con­ ernment to allow us to hear bits and pieces of certain infor­ we have made. There is nothing wrong with broadcast­ aware of it also. Just like we watch the news to keep us trol what information news and media have access to? mation and not all ofit, and then there is certain information ing that America has two high technological planes that • abreast on current issues facing our nation they watch the Sometimes it is better for the government to exercise we should not know at all. For example, yes the people should can wipe ovt a small city; isn't that enough information news and benefit. prior restraint in situations like this to prevent informants be aware that they should be expecting changes at the airport for the public? Should the news go as far to broadcast in Since the tragic morning of September 11, 2001 Amer­ from passing vital information to terrorist regimes. Such such as a high security check routines that may cause you to what state and city these planes are housed? ica's feeling of security has been shaken by the horrific leaks from the media have been instrumental in terrorists leave out two or three hours before your flight, but the news What little information the government, news and terrorist acts that occurred in three cities 'tba.t.morning and evacuating prematurely and has exposed America's weak­ should not be broadcasting to the world that all pilots will be media might take for granted terrorists can use to their continues to spread its evil tactics to wf Pe out our nation. nesses. Is it really necessary for the news to reveal our carrying guns in the cockpit with them. That is giving the pub­ advantage. The news and media are detrimental in deter­ America Under Attack is what the news calls it, but I 00 American hospitals' lack of preparation for biochemical lic insight on a little more than it needs to know. We also must mining America's outcome. The next moves terrorists Ways To Dest,oy A Nation is what it should be called. warfare? Since authorities know this information remember that all terrorists are not foreigners. In almost every make all depend on what the news and media bring to the The News and media has made it their goal to keep us shouldn't their job be to work to resolve the problem war there have been U.S. citizens who have betrayed the coun­ public. America is in a win-lose situation that only the · - ; 0 informed on what plans government hi\$ to help restore before it happens? try and sided with apposing forces. news and media can determine the answer. t ' '• I. Andrew Harden , ' NiaD. clean •

''IT'S NOT, THE MECCA IF ; YOU'RE NOT A MUSLIM'' • - Graduation ing", indicates that you were, in fact, "still and ' I was appalled and perplexed when initially On the way home from work on world needs more of us in the selves to give of their time, heart, and focused" on your goals and intentions before ser­ ' reading the one-sided, misleading, misinformed, Monday, I happened to glance at the boardrooms, courtrooms, at the helm spirit know tbejoy of sheri'lg attd help­ vice began. In the journey to Mecca the poor Hajji I perspective, "The Mecca Isn't What It Claims to Business section of the Washington of Fortune 500 companies, with our ing others. 'lbrougl, n...-.toring, tutor­ and the rich Hajji have the same purpose. In your Be." Mr. Bolden-Newsome began his article by Post. On the front page, an illustration names on the top of the Forbes' List ing, teaebing, vol!i11111ering, and even ' trip to "Mecca"(The Chapel) your purpose was • describing the Muslim pilgrimage tp Mecca and the of a young man in a suit, holding a brief (come on now, how much longer can just li•teiugg to others, you will receive obviously not the same as everyone else's. Are you ' white robes worn by all. He explained that the robes case knocking on the door of a Oprah be like the only one to hold it rewards that go so much further than a I aware that there were eight or so calls to chapel that represent all Muslims being "indistinguishable in government office caught my eye. The down). No one could disagree that six-figure salary or a big. important day? How can you alone feel excluded like a "sec­ the service of Allah:' But isn't it also well.known headline read, "In Pursuit of Idealism: Howard needs the alumni dollars that title. If you re11w,uher, on September ond clqss Christian?" that the color white represents purity, chastity, and With the Nation at· War and Job we "potential professionals" could give 11th, both m New ~and herein my perfection? Or, at least in the eyes of Allah, doesn't The Dean of the Chapel most likely endured Prospects Bleak, Students Consider back to our alma mater. There is also no hometownofDC,am 1kn:• orwhele one • harsh criticism for granting BLAGOSAH's request , it represent a commitment to live a pure and holy Public Service." Being a senior and doubt that Howard students, in the sat on the career 110kl111 pole ju t did not for a Call to Chapel. Your disapproval of him is life? Similar to Islam, Christianity is a religion that currently considering my career community and nationwide, are still matter. encourages one's denial of certain innate inclina­ disrespectful, and selfish. It is very unwise to chop options, the story appealed 10 me, so I viewed as the "Talented Tenth·•. That In wake of the unfortunate events, • down a tree that supports you. Calls to Chapel had ' tions in order that he/she may overcome, and God read it. mere fact means that each of us has Americans across the country have not been made by organizations for two Sunday's ' may have the glory. The chapel, on theioi:her hand, The article concluded that a fledgling inherited the responsibility to do for developed a spirit of service to their is not a place w.here fidelity, or a cllrt.ain'ilifestyle preceding Homecoming. With a renowned orator, economy that was worsened by the­ family and self, but most importantly, communities and to this country. We ' communion, and eight calls to chapel, the service ' is highly emphasized or perpetually IJT!\IPl'ted. If September 11th tragedy has drastically we each must do something to help asAillericans and Howard students it were, then BLAGOSAH, as well as aJ,ost of other would have most likely "droned" for many others. reduced the private sector job market. someone else. should follow suit and become dedi­ organizations would be prohibited the bpportunity It's not uncommon that Dean Richardson request Basically what this means is students If you are actually reading this, your cated to our community and pitch in as I of a Call to Chapel. But this is not the case. or omit a song during service, but one would not who have their sights set on cushy, question to me might by, "Sure, you are much as we can (Ibis includes helping ' Homecoming comes once a year, and the indi­ know that if he/she does not attend the chapel. high-paying corporate jobs may have to on your soapbox, but what have you with the problems in society that were viduals who make it successful dedicate an enor­ I'm sorry Mr. Bolden-Newsome, but all of your rethink their plans. For example, one doner• My answer unfonunately, is not in effect 1ong erf'iw, 1llllt fateful Sep­ mous amount of long stressful hours. Should we claims are false and erroneous. They seem to sup­ woman who had been on the fast traek nearly enough. But 1, am doing some tember day) port the ignorant stereotype that all male homo­ • condemn the De~n pf the Chapel ~r tiJll,ing one to Wall Street is now considering going thing. I spent most of my summer So what if some multi-million-dollar . sexuals are over- emotional. I do not believe that minute to acknowledge many months ot service to to the Peace Corps. Another man who working with high school students from conglomerate will not have space for your self-seeking journey and irrational conclusion an affair that helps unite the Howard family? I think had hoped to become an investment low-income backgrounds and helping you come graduation. Don't worry, that we can forgive him for that. Don•~ -y.iu think of inequity speaks for your organization as a whole. banker is now opting to be a Foreign them prepare for college. My job non-profits like Teach for America that we can forgive the speaker who found time to Hopefully, like the poor or rich Hajji, one day you Service officer. Does that mean that as ,:equired long hours, hard work, an open (which has been ICCnliting heavily on will journey to Mecca (wherever it may be) with a salute the AKAs? The AKAs, who occupied the a result of the terror plaguing this nation mind, and extreme patience and sensi• calllpus if you haven't noticed) could mindset similar to the other Hajjis. And hopefully, front row, were most likely dishearte'\i; . . the fact in the past weeks that we, the bright and tivity. Though I loved what I was doing, use your help just the same. Moreover, no matter how you come, or what condition you that they could not present their card _an flo"'.ers educated youth of America are being the pay was low and many of my days don't Iookattheilnpending$Clll'City of come in, the chapel, it's staff, the speaker, and all to the accomplished soror, but they dicfh't nmahd "forced" into positions where we can ended with me being tired, frustrated, corporate jobs as a stumbling block; others that offended you before, will act appropri­ the Chapel. In describing the beginning of the ser­ make a difference and really impact and emotionally spent. view it as a stepping stolle to you bet­ ately and welcome you home. vice as one that "droned" with "hewing and haw- the world. Maybe but is that really so But at the end of each program, J tering YOlll' life by bettering the lives of bad? would be completely rejuvenated by the others. · I don't think so. But then again, I go metamorphosis of each stuclent partic­ to Howard and being• that Howatd is ipant and the kn()wledge that l had in Nm D. Mc-1.e(ln is a senior print kn()wn for chutning out professionals, some way been responsible for the jQurn41i8m ltf4jor from Washington, • • • lam not sureifmatty people will agree process • DC. She can be reached at ear 1~0n, ... With me. No one can argue that the All who have taken it upon them, Nia-Mclean@1W,_il,com.

Dear Bison, ' • recently ended a 1 1/2 year relationship' and I'm ready to start making new friends; but there's just one problem. I was raised in a societi:;,that doesn't n_ecessarily approve of women approaching a man PLEASE NOTE: ! and this way of thinking has stayt:4 with me all my hfe. I know that I am 1ntelhgent, attractive woman with qualities that a lot of men admire. I want to know how I can build up the courage to approach a man without coming across as overly assertiye'and desperate. The views expressed on the Perspective pages

Signed, of The Hilltop are the opinions of the Hopelessly Southern ,\10 .i?,Jfl authors names above them. They do not reflect • Dear Hopelessly Southern, .v -10·,f the views of The Hilltop Editorial Board. ' - . (:.' irst of all, decide if you really want to approach someone else. Take some time and think about the qualities you are looking for in a man. Set your standards, do not settle for less, be "picky," F it's o.k. Know what looking fo,-before you approach, that will help you with conversation. Final­ ly, be slow to act, observe from a di~tance ,and devote time to yourself. One of the greatest privileges about being single is investing time to 'yod:

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H. U. Alumni makes her literary debut Getting By BRANDON A. MILI,ER Hilltop Staff Writer

Back to arnilia is her middle name, but Drama may be more appropriate. For her life has embodied the word. Brandi Forte's twenty-three years of existence Normal have been a succession of events having the dra­ matic progression or emotional effect characteris­ KANIKA A.M. MAGEE tic of a play. Or maybe a motion picture should be in order. But that's further down the road. Right now she's dealing with her hy in the world can•t we emotions in her frrst book "Drama Girl: Diary of A Sista seem to get it together - and Poet." But one outlet for her issues won't be enough to pro­ get back to normal? Perhap~ pel Forte to Mary J. Blige status, no more drama. it's because we must occasionally raise Forte has extensive plans and isn't wasting any time our voices, or stop and glance, because accomplishing them. The Santa Monica, CA native released overhead, the persistent and naggin~ her frrst title in August. Currently the book can be found at thunder of military helicopters and · 13 bookstores throughout the country including Howard's planes passes over us. Perhaps it's bookstore. Forte has always had a way with words and because when we visit airports, we are remembers picking up the passion at a young age. greeted by the regimented clatter of mil­ "I've always been a writer, ever since I could actually itary forces donning M-16 machine guns. spell a word," said Forte. "Probably since I was five or six Maybe it's the long, slow lines that hin­ years old, I'd always write words, like graffiti on the wall, der us from entering "secured" buildings and it would just always rhyme." Forte decided she'd write quickly. a book of poetry during her senior year at Howard Univer­ But, with all of this happening around sity. But she never thought it would be released so soon. Not us, we are constantly urged to get back until more drama appeared in her life. to life, to living, to normal. Yet, in the After interning and contributing to Source, the number midst of it all, we are told to return to the one selling hip-hop magazine, while still at Howard, Forte carefree living and frivolities associated was offered a full time position as Editorial Assistance after with life in an industrialized, advanced graduating in May 2000. After accepting the position, Forte country - dinner, movies, and travel. stayed for only nine months before they agreed to a mutu­ Normal. But how can we return to nor­ al separation from the rocky relationship. mal when the buildings still smolder in "There was just a lot of politics at The Source," said Forte. NYC? How can we return to normal "It was too much drama politically and on the business end. when thousands still wait to be memori­ It just worked out where The Source and I were able to sep­ alized? How, when each of us, at a min­ arate ourselves on mutual grounds and there were benefits imum, knows someone whose friend, that came with that." colleague, or relative, this has been per­ Though Forte and The Source officially separated, she sonally impacted? How can we return to found it hard to distance her name from the former employer. Photo Courtesy of Brandi Forte normal when we are filled with rage, yet "How can I not go back to my alma mater, not working for Brandi Forte unveils her debut book of poetry Drama Girl: Diary Of A Sista Poet overcome by fear? After all, threat is still The Source?" Forte asked. "Everybody knew I was working imminent. for The Source. No matter what though, I don't ever want to "Drama Girl is my character," she confessed. A friend on dommated society. A stylish dresser with militant tendencies. I have had the opportunity to fly since be linked to a company. I want to be my own entity." Howard's campus gave her the nickname and it's stuck ever So.many layers to one person, one book couldn't possi­ September 11th. I boarded a plane Forte's separation from The Source revived her artistic since. "Drama Girl" was the girl on Howard's campus that bly tell the whole story. That's why Forte is working on her remembering how often I fly and how it juices and encouraged her to write the book and become her nobody really understood. She did and said what she wanted. first novel "Half Chicken, Half Scholar", set for release in could have easily been me. I peered own entity by creating Drama Girl Inc. Her book is the com­ There is no way to judge Brandi by her cover. She's a prod­ the summer of 2002. 1n addition she's writing numerous through a hotel room window, uninten­ pany's first publication. Through Drama Girl Inc., Forte uct of the hip-hop generation that keeps God first in her life. scripts and working with Reel Deal Films. 1n the future tionally imagining the view from the wants to publish works by young, African-American A West Coast native who is now living the fast paced life of Forte wants to become a "spiritual philanthropist" and WTC or Pentagon as a 737 crashed authors, scripts for various film companies, and press New York. A woman who sees her mother as one of her best open a year round school for the arts. through the windows. I thought of the releases. The book and company name has a deep mean­ friends, but has a burning affection for Tupac as a man and rev­ Remember the name, because it'll be around for a long time. horror, the terror, the chaos, the help­ ing to Forte that goes back to her Howard roots. olutionary. A woman not afraid to speak her mind in a male- And when she's on top, respect the drama she's been through. lessness, and the fear. It is the same help­ lessness and fear that threatens to over­ take us all - because, after all, what can wedo? J!J They keep saying, "Get back to n&rC, ' Rough and Wild: Leather

ma!." We!), tjiis.is the worst thing we c'lf­ -- .verett~,, .., ., • . , do: to pretend we are not hurt, pretend we • • are not angry, pretend we are not scared, Jackets and pretend nothing has changed. By COURTNEY WADE The truth is, life, as we know it has a Hilltop Staff Writer changed. We will never look at an 1'1:/.r­ plane the same way - for on Septeml;jer.✓,1 _ With the fall season in full swing and !Ith it became a bomb. We will not v)sit} J winter winds rapidly blowing, now is NY with the same outlook - for some.' / the perfect time to begin the search for thing is truly missing. And I pray that w;,· the fashionably edgy and luxurious will not see life through the same lens leather coat or jacket that will carry either. It is a precious gift - one we.do ome you through the winter days; the days not have the expiration date for. So, ea,<;h when the thermometer's icy fist does day is to be valued. Each day is to. be not dare reach above zero, whs,n your used. Each day is to be lived. Does that '••,. nose, colored more red than mean getting back to normal? Rudolph's, begins its armual leak, and Normal has shifted - for painful rea­ By HERBERT G. PRESTON when that plush fleece pullover is a Contributing Writer thing of the season's past. ' sons but with a potentially positive . . effect. Normal can no longer be waiting Leather is the name given to animal This jacket bY 't\nn Demelmeester can be until later to get'ourselves together. Nor­ ne of Washington's most renowned skins that are shaved and tanned found on Bluefiy.com mal cannot mean chilling, pimping and designers took time from his busy almost primarily for the production of hoeing. It cannot be avoiding, denying, schedule to return to from which he came. human clothing items and goods like: sleek and sexy. With the majority of delaying or procrastinating our destiny. Everett Hall, an alumnus of Howard Everett Hall, lecturing to the students of the Fashion coats,jackets, pants, skirts, vests, wal­ the women's styles hugging every It cannot be blaming "The Man," our University Fashion Department, most graciously led Department lets, and the list goes on and on. The curve and line, it's no wonder why our class through the intricate passages of the (real) leather will be known as the second parents, our crew, our teachers or anyone mind-blowing colors. ' this winter else for our failures and inability to get fashion world. remain the trendy earth colors . that skin. The arms of a leather coat should ahead. Our new normal is recognizing The fashion arena is definitely not for weaklings, are responsible for the fall leaves not surpass the knuckles of a person's father. The fascination for quality garments led Hall that life has changed but life is still good, only the strong survive. We as fashion majors must blowing off the trees this time of year. hand. to create over one hundred patterns and frocks by Also, you must abide by the "pinch that tomorrow is not promised but today know oul'craft, ,. il)side,. and out as we enter the waters Cranberry, · orange, green,. chocolate, the age of thirteen. is a gift and that living comes with of the fashion industry. Hall encouraged us to start tan, and, of course, basic black'are the and inch" rule, which states that you Mr. Hall has a strong faith in God. He. is responsibility. now making and maintaining contacts in the fashion colors that grace the retro styles that should not be able to pinch more than consistently improving himself, and making the God left each of us here for a reason. world. We need to make our names familiar to the have been resurrected from many of an inch under the arms of a person purest possible garment is his goal. Donny Simpson, Actually, God placed each of us here, in clothing industry, so when we are ready to take our our parents' closets and made their wearing the jacket. Also, check the the radio personality, was his first client. Hall this time, in this place, in this space, for plunge, we are recognized. way to the runways across the seas. shoulders to determine whether the provided Mr. Simpson with every stitch of clothing a reason - a divinely appointed destiny Hall is a medium built man, confident in manner, This year, as in past years, leather shoulder pads make you look like a except for his underwear. Ever since then, he has Our job, our call, is not to try to ~o ,,._ with the focus of a laser beam. He is a maestro in items are welcomed additions and can uniformed Bison football player. In not looked back. The rich and famous now eagerly BACK to normal - for that would m~ ~ the fashion business with a knock out punch. I met be incorporated into almost anyone's addition to tighter fitting jackets, awaits his craftsmanship. their dying in vain - it is to go forwara' Hall this summer at his Chevy Chase, D.C. store, and wardrobe no matter how different women's leather styles have also Hall and his two brothers work out of two upscale to a new p)ace; a place of destiny and) he led me through his most elegant creations. It takes your style may be. However, just as expanded to include the faux fur that boutiques here in the District, which are located in promise, a place of hope and love, a tough man to create a tender fit, and that is with other items of fashion, it is helps to insulate the body along with a Washington's swank Chevy Chase Pavilion and placed of diligence and faith. precisely what Mr. Hall does. important to model the leather jacket the soft skin leather. Ladies, if you're Connecticut Avenue downtown. Mr. Hall can go toe Our job is to make normal better than His presentation opened with his world acclaimed that works uniquely within your looking for a basic jacket, an easy to toe with any designer in the high rent district. it has been - that means being better than slide show that wove the thread of knowledge wardrobe and your style. The impor­ choice would be the button up blazer ''Fashion is a life style", says Hall. He wears two we have been to each other, to our 1 • through the consciousness of eager awaiting fashion tant concepts to consider heavily that ,can be dressed up or down thousand-dollar suits, one thousand dollar shoes, and friends, to ourselves and even 11 to majors. The just of Hall was that, it takes nerve, before purchasing a leather coat or depending on the accessories used. As drives a Rolls Royce. He breaks bread with CEO's strangers. That also means being bett~r determination, and talent to compete world wide in jacket are: the size and fit, the style, ...viih all -leathers this year, the colors and multimillionaires. Hall flies around the world for in our schoolwork, in our classrooms-;in the fashion game. The floor opened for questions the hue, and the texture of any leather go beyond black, chocolate, and red. business or pleasure, and coming up his role models our internships and at our jobs. No;tl•s and Hall took the room on a sled ride through the coat you might consider making your ·· ·oenllemen, on the other hand, must were Willie Smith, and Dr. J. not time to panic or to give in to fear, .bµt .. vast chambers of his knowledge. If that was not own. seek the oversize

' • I ' or ' I ' • 'I ' •• I ,' 1 By Courtney Wade Through the years he has grown as a per­ James Brown. Thus, his, life and music has asked about his advice for youngsters who Hilltop Staff Writer son and as an artist, and he admits that, "In been influenced by the greats listed above. · look up to him. According to him, what­ the last few years the music has been Musiq Soulchild is a very deep and spiri­ ever you do, you have to give it 110% of Have you ever really been in love? No, watered down slightly." He has commit­ tual person, who believes in the power of yourself all of the time. It distinguishes not that Iii' kid, sandbox type love - real ted himself to being an example of a con-. love and the difference it can make in your the successes from the rest of the group. love. Love is something that all people scious artist. life--only if you let it. He has conclud­ As the new sound of soul, Musiq Soul- I seek through the experiences of their life­ It's no wonder Musiq has been such a plea­ ed from relationships between friends, child has faithfully hailed the call of 1 time. In relationships, it is often fleeting, sure to both young and old audiences family and significant others that love's responsibility to his people and his area, i · however its rewards are as perpetual as the alike, his inspirations include the timeless power and complexity goes beyond rela­ by bringing forth his proteges, twin sisters i. seasons. Love is the inspiration for many pioneers in the music industry: Stevie tionships. He feels human love is what who make the group Aaries. They can be 1 : artists including one of the most talented Wonder, Donnie Hathaway, George Clin­ really matters, the love that binds. us heard currently on the songs entitled, "Girl I ' singers to recreate what is known as gen­ ton, Bob Marley, and James Brown. together as one. Love is displayed in the Next Door" and "Settle for My Love". He : uine R&B/Soul music. His name is Musiq According to Musiq, Wonder has taught simplest actions: a head nod, a handshake, anticipates their forthcoming debut album 1 ' Soulchild, his songs include: "Just Friends him the art of writing songs, vocal con­ even a smile. "Love is so many things .. and assures the fans to look for his second ,' ·' (Sunny)", "Love", "Girl Next Door" and cepts and vocal acrobatics., Simplicity .Everything you could think of. [It is] All album, slated to be in stores between Feb- I : his motto concerning music is simple: and music notation, learned from Hath­ your emotions," reflected Musiq. ruary and March of 2002. ,I ' Live it. In my recent interview with Musiq away's music, have guided Musiq on his In terms of the qualities or tools artists At the close of my interview with Musiq : Soulchild, I discussed with him the lyrical journey to success. As for the should have and utilize in their pursuit of Soulchild, he stated that it was important 1 sources of his inspiration, his feelings on other side, he proclaims, "I learned funk success in the music business, Musiq feels not to compromise anything about your- I , love, and talk of a new album. through George Clinton. He taught me to that artists should maintain their dreams self especially your artistry because that's Since the confident age of sixteen, Musiq love myself for who I am." Michael Jack­ and a sense of reality. Living in the "fan­ not what it is about. After the interview Soulchild knew he could become a star. son is a no brainer. To Musiq, he is such tasy world" and making your work a ended, I walked away slowly and thought He spent his days growing up on the an accomplished artist and performer. He "gimic" will only hold artists back from about my life and the love in it. I thought, , streets of Philly and the remainder of his believes in the hard work it takes to reach the goals they want to accomplish. Love "Live it?' His advice and comments ring 1' , time was spent watching, listening, and Jackson's status. Finally, once Musiq and passion are essential to anything that within my mind with the clarity of truth. I: more importantly emulating his favorite began to understand the man and his you do. Musiq Sou/child Discusses lift! and loi•e with the /Iii/top artists as they performed on Soul Train. music, he began to greatly appreciate "Live it," Musiq replied simply when

------~------. I • de1nand f network television. :-:--, I Undeclared is another new comedy i Turn on from the people at FOX. One of the 'I ' more refreshing comedies of the 'I . new season, Undeclared is direct- I . the Tube! I • ed towards college age viewers, set By Alysha Cobb playful personality. "I like to party and have I at the University of North-Eastern Hilltop Staff Writer fun, so I let it show in whatever I do," said California, looking into the lives of ' , Fall TV Fabolous. six freshmen students (3 guys and 'I With the premiere of his first single, one rap­ MTV immediately dubbed his first video 3 girls) living in a co-ed dorl)1. ' per has taken the music industry by storm. "Can't Deny It" buzz worthy and Rolling : : season While Howard students may not be I : Between his knockout collabos and his debut Stone magazine cited him as "THE" hip-hop able to completely relate to their • I ' album, life is just Fabolous. star to watch. However, the proof is in the Adds pp. lifestyle, we are bound to find some I I Fabolous went from living at home with his pudding - this album is laced with feel good sort of connection to this hilarious I i mother to being recognized by Rolling Stone tracks and future club anthems. Hit produc­ I By Jozen Cummings new sitcom. ' '• Hilltop Staff Writer and MTV without a story to tell. Taking er Rockwilder brings the funk to "Get Right", For those who are not really into ' 'I advantage of opened doors, this charismatic a play on Junior Mafia's "Players Anthem." I I some of the new comedies, they can newcomer was given the opportunity to The Neptunes produced "Young'n" is a call The fall season is upon us and in find their sci-fi fix in the new ABC impress DJ Clue on Clue's Monday night Hot and response destined to turn club anthem, Il addition to a new wardrobe, mid­ sitcom Alias. Jennifer Garner plays , 97 radio show. and "Ma Be Easy" produced by Just Blaze is term exams, and baseball playoffs Sydney Burnow, a Grad student He did not always want to be a rapper, but a warning to "chicken heads" to keep their \Ve can count on the timeless tradi­ whose after school job consists of after he realized his potential, he decided to hands out of his pockets. On "Take You tion of the new television season. high-risk global missions for the take his God given talent seriously. Blessed Home", Lil Mo sings the chorus Lisa Lisa With a handful of new shows pre­ SD-6. Even though Sydney is with an uncanny ability to freestyle with made famous 16 years ago and Nate Dogg ' n1iering, as well as a host of return­ aware of the secrecy her job I' I' incomparable metaphorical ingenuity, this lends his subdued gangster style to the first I • ing shows, How~rd students can demands, she soon realizes she I I coveted star is starting from scratch and blaz­ single off of Ghetto Fabolous "Can't Deny It". I I enjoy yet another distraction during can't trust anything or anyone, ing his own trail in the music industry. For He pays much of his success to the visibil­ their so-called intense study ses­ including her own father. : I his first debut album he did not set high hopes ity he received from Lil Mo's single. Grow­ I I sions. Small ville, debuting on the WB, is I I or make any promises. He went in the studio ing up, Fab was influenced by LL Cool J, I I While the pickings may seem slim a unique twist on the classic Super­ I ' with one thing one his mind - to lay down Rakim, and Big Daddy Cain just to name a I ' for the premier of new television man tale. The sitcom tells the tale I ' quality tracks, and enjoy himself while doing shows, a few new shows are getting of Clark-Kent, a boy born to earth few. In the future, he hopes to work with Dr. it. rave reviews. Returning shows through a kryptonite meteor Show­ Dre. I From mixed CDs to Rock-a-fella appear­ Keep your eyes open for an album release I have also been noted as coming er, which devastates · the town of ' I ances to a guest slot on Lil Mo's chart topping from Fab's brother, Paul Cain. The voice of I ' back stronger than ever. Smallville, Kansas. Stronger and I ' single "Super Woman Pt 2", the groundwork young people, he plans to address issues vital I , The Bernie Mac Show i;premiering faster than anyone, the boy feels out I • had already been laid for one of hip-hop's to his target audience. Listen up for collabos I . on FOX), is one such show that has of place, until he meets his future I , most anticipated album release of the year - ' , already received a considerable nemesis Lex Luthor, whom Kent with Foxy Brown, Lil Kim, and of course his Fab's debut effort, Ghetto Fabolous. His amount of hype. The show is loose­ chooses to befriend. Smallville brother Fabolous. ly based on the stand-up comedy music is a direct reflection of his laid back, I ' tells the tales of these two men I routine made famous by Mac in last prior to their destiny and shows summer's big hit Kings of Come­ ' how the town of Smallville will I ' dy. Mac plays himself along with never be the same again. ' his workaholic executive wife These are just some a few of the I' , \Vanda (played by Kellita Smith), shows premiering on the new fall I a happily married couple with no lineup. Shows such as Malcolm I plans on having children of their in the Middle (FOX), The Practice own. But when Bernie's drug (ABC), and The West Wing (NBC) Quincy Jones Comes To H. U Bookstore I addicted sister has to check into. will be returning as well. Of course, I . rehab, Bernie is stuck playing we must also not forget Jordan's I , I "uncle-daddy" to an ungrateful return to the NBA, and Monday By Harold Eichelberger mountable racially inclined musical boundaries by "The genres of music have shifted from rhythm teenager, a pre-asthmatic nerd, and Night Football for the sports fans. Hilltop Staff .Writer crossing all of them. "Everything was a racial and blues, to jazz, to hip-hop. In 1985 I met Rus- I an adorable 5 year old. With so much going on in the world boundary. There were so many black arrangers sell Simmons, the man behind Def Jam, and he Fans of traditional Bernie Mac of television and students finally Short in stature, calm and cool in style, the man including myself. By crossing these boundaries, asked me what the music world thought of rap. I comedy, foul mouth and all, will of gaining access to cable in their responsible for the career of Will Smith, the suc­ I conducted the 1971 orchestra for the Academy then realized that rappers view themselves as a , course have to adjust to a more dorms, we can now enjoy just sit­ cess of The Color Purple, the incorporation of Awards, I worked with the 1976 Academy Awards, third entity in the world of music, when in fact, rap 1, controlled comedy style from Mr. ting back and watching some TV. VIBE magazine, the insurmountable production of I conducted the I 993 inauguration for Bill Clin­ is just a twist of be-bop," adds Jones. ' Mac, but it will be refreshing to see Michael Jackson's Thriller, and one of the most ton, and I have done work with Steven Spielberg. Despite the huge transition that jazz has made in I' how Bernie Mac adjusts to the powerful composers, arrangers, and musical pro­ There are other challenges that I think exist besides the rebirth and transformation in the years of ducers of jazz and virtually all other musical gen­ race. It is more of a challenge of conceptualiza­ • America, one can easily admit that jazz is not what 1 1 res juxtaposed the confines of Howard Universi­ tion and realization," said Jones. it was when Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, Dizzy I' Ro1:1gh and Wild: ty's Bookstore for the premiere of his No matter how much success is accomplished in Gillespie, and John Coltrane were on the scene. autobiography, Q: The Autobiography of Quincy the life of an innovator, the finished product or idea There are reasons behind this great reduction of Jones. reminds us of how the fruits of our hard work in musical genius in American society. "We dropped 1 Leather Huddled by a stream of fans, admirers, photogra­ turn ensue monumental change in society. "There the ball in terms of continuing on with the genius phers, and press; Jones commanded his environ­ are a lot of monumental moments in my life - from in the 20th century. No one has even matched their ment with an identity that culminates the ideolo­ Roots to We Are the World. What is important is expertise. I do think that rappers have the same Jackets I gy reflected in his musical creativity. Jones' the seed of growth, especially watching Will Smith quality of be-boppers. They can write a song in , Continued Fro1n Bl autobiography details his life story, reflecting his grow into a $20 million dollar per year actor. five minutes, and can record it within two takes. i By Courtney Wade humble beginnings as a child in the south side of Let's not even discuss the results of Oprah's work They are.. amazing," said Jones. I Hilltop Staff Writer Chicago, his touring with Lionel Hampton's band, from The Color Purple," compliments Jones. Throughout the pages of his autobiography, Jones , and his personal life. His autobiography dissects Quincy Jones is a first hand witness to the birth and gives us an intuitive look into his life and culture just the sleeves. These jackets are the life that makes Jones a remarkable musical leg­ complexity of all genres of music from rock and that makes him a musician, a creator, an individ­ end, businessman, and gentleman. In the inner dis­ roll, rhythm and blues, hip-hop, and classical, up designed and sold by a variety of ual, and a man. When the last page of this book 1 1 companies including: Avirex (as sections of Quincy Jones's life, he makes no through jazz. Being friends with legends such as is turned, one cannot help but walk away with the I ! stated above), Pelle Pelle, Ecko, attempt to hide the mistakes and qualifiers that Miles Davis, Ray Charles, Michael Jackson, and exuberant qualities of inspiration. "The writing of I ; Marc Buchanan, Phat Farm, toned his success. It gives way to the discovery Frank Sinatra, Jones knows music and all of its the autobiography was very painful and cathartic, ! I Mecca, and Willie Esco. These of Jones' love, music. intangible changes that it has incurred throughout but I'm glad that I did it," said Jones. I jackets are meant for the "ballers" Throughout his career, Quincy Jones faced insur- the past six decades. who don't n1ind wearing triple • XL's no ,natter what size they truly i ' are. However, the replacement for I ' I • this will be the down filled, faux I ' THIS THING DOESN'T I • fur, classic Eskimo coat. On the ' . WRITE ITSELF YOU KNOW I ' other hand, for the unconventional, ' n1ore conservative student who 'I I wears his clothes true to size, Come to The Hilltop n1otorcycle and box jackets with Budget meeting every Tuesday side slit pockets are in style as well. at 7:00 p.m. in the Again the same rules apply to the West Towers, Plaza Level way the jacket should fit. ' , ' ; ' , Since the hot, humid days of surn­ The Hilltop. I mer are long gone, looking for a ' leather jacket is the right thing to do >> 2000 Most Outstanding University Newspaper, this time of year. Who knows? American Scholastic Press Association. . ' ' ' You mig))t even be able to convince >> 2000 Best Student Weekly in SPJ Region 2. • I 'I I, , someone who cares about you to ' buy it for Christmas. . ' ••

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Friday October 26, 2001 Saturday October 27, 2001 Check out a Haunted House! The haunted Kingdom one of Mary lands top haunted houses is open to the general public this Halloween Weekend from 7-10 It's party time, or is it. The party never stops this Sat­ PM urday at DC live, with live music and the latest grooves it is definitely the 'Hot Spot' tonight. Not Only do dogs have fleas but you can too. Go grab the latest deals at the Capital Flea Market this And you thought Masquerade was over! The Interna­ weekend get everything from vintage clothing to tional Masquerade Ball happens tonight. You are cor­ antiques. dially invited to spend an evening of mystery and Peep Morris Chestnut's new flick at the dancing at one of the most beautiful Embassies in Reel Deal Film Fesitival the weekend! What Reel Women Want? No its not a typo but Washington DC - The Embassy of Finland. Please Sepia's Reel Deal Film festival starts today with a join us as a mysterious autumn night turns to intrigue number of Howard Alumni work being displayed in in the last days before Halloween. Wednesday October 31, 2001 the festival. Including a "A Song for Jade: and a pre­ mier of a new Morris Chessnut Movie. Trick or Treat and Fun for the kids! The Discovery As Drama unfolds, So should you! The casting direc­ Creek is having an event this weekend for Halloween tors of the Real World, Road Rules shows that are outers that are definitely the true experience of Hal­ popular to Howard students plan to make Blackbum loween with creepy crawlers and all the other good Center their home today by hosting an open Casting stuff. Sunday October 28, 2001 Call for the Real World and Road Rules season 12.

Blair Witch 3? Are you ready to take a moonlit walk The last Days! The final day of the Reel Deal Film Tuesday October 30, 2001 in the abandoned Olmsted Woods this may prove to festival happens today as Morris Chesnut hits the big be the ultimate fright fest. • • screen again. Trick or Treat? You be the judge. Today is another prodigous event as Michael Jackson and Lenny Kravitz return with their new albums. With new styles and a new fan base who will win the race.

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hat's News- • s es p • In Business and Finance • Weak Holiday Forecasts Overstock.com ,w.ys ii scored 8,000 comforters for about half of Attacks Shatter Fuel Deep Discounts what it might have paid in early Sep­ Disappearing Jobs tember. And it bought about 1,500 Employment Picture Total U.S. nonagricultural jobs created, Across Retail Sector Hewlett-Packard computers for Beyond the obvious economic in thousands about 20% less than the usual price. damage of Sept. 11-the stock-mar­ . "We're getting calls from people I 750 l's beginning to look a lot like a never heard of before, offering us ket plunge, sputtering airlines and • • discount Christmas . good deals," says Patrick Byrne, the heightened risk of recession­ 600 • A pair of new K2 inline chief executive of Overstock.com . lurks another threat: an end to a • golden era of low unemployment. 450 skates that usually sells for $130 For example, he has snapped up will soon go for less than $65 at thousands of Citizen watches. "I From 1997 through 2000, the econ­ 300 omy expanded at a 4% annual pace, Sam's Club, the discount chain. don't think we would have been able Syms is offering gray wool Brooks to buy them at all before the at­ well above the 2% to 3% rate most 150 economists had considered the coun­ Brothers trousers for only $39.99. tacks," says Mr. Byrne. "The dis­ try's speed limit. Faster growth 0 Burlington Coat Factory has Chaps tributor got nervous sitting on inven­ meant factories produced more, Ralph Lauren wool Navy-blue pin­ tory." stores sold more, and companies of -150 striped suits, still perched on their The big discount stores are bene­ all kinds needed more workers than Macy's hangers, marked down to fiting, too. Tom Grimm, chief execu­ I I I I I I I I I ----- in any other recent period in U.S. -300 $169.98 from $450. tive of Sam's Club, a unit of Wal­ 1999 2000 2001 Many retailers already were re­ Mart Stores Inc., told analysts the history. Source: Economy.com All of those positives now are ducing inventories before the Sept. slowing economy has helped his 11 attacks, anticipating slower wars of Christmases past. And once anza," for $585.99, saying it nor­ buyers get access to more brand- threatened. Even before Sept. 11, de­ /• mand for workers was falling. Since lack of a recent hit film-and worries sales. But now, in the uncertain af­ the aggressive ad campaigns and mally sells for $975-a savings of name merchandise and ·in larger the attack, the labor market has de­ about its theme parks in the wake of termath of the terrorist attacks, ner­ steep markdowns start, they don't $389.01. quantities. , teriorated sharply, especially in in­ terrorist attacks-had increased vous full-price retailers are cancel­ end until the season is over. Rick Cote, Movado Group Inc.'s Shoppers are pouncing. At a Dal­ dustries such as travel and tourism, worries about the company's ing orders or postponing new ship­ "It'll be the most promotional chief operating officer, says he does­ las-area Burlington Coat Factory, which have been among the biggest prospects. ments, leaving discounters with Christmas ever," predicts Britt n't know how the watches ended up Shirley Brooks, a retired nurse, was sources of entry-level jobs in recent Critics faulted Mr. Eisner for not their pick of in-season merchandise. Beemer, founder and chairman of on Overstock.com but isn't happy hunting for bedding and house­ years. For some workers, full-time rushing Disney into acquisitions of Immediately after Sept. 11, full­ America's Research Group, a about it. "It's not in our inte,est to wares. "I bought a Jones New York jobs are eroding into part-time posts. Internet or cable companies, as com­ price retailers such as Neiman Mar­ Charleston, s.c., company that spe­ have our product appear cheap­ red suit with sequins on the bottom Meanwhile, many people who are petitors did. Now, Mr. Eisner says, cus Group Inc., Saks Inc. and Feder­ cializes in retail. In the recession of ened," he says, adding he wonders if for Christmas," she says. "II cost laid off are finding it hard to obtain his caution will pay off. Company­ ated Department Stores Inc. experi­ the early 1990s, most retailers they are counterfeits. They aren't, $69, half of what it would have cost state unemployment insurance. wide cost-cutting, begun well before enced a sharp drop in sales, espe­ waited until the first weekend in De­ the Web site counters. me at a department store. With th• cially in their Manhattan stores. States often require workers to have the economy went soft last year, will , cember to start whacking prices. Unloading Inventory economy going down, I'll be shop­ held a job for a certain length of time prove Disney prescient, he says, and About two weeks ago, Neiman's This year, Mr. Beemer recommends ping here.'' and peg insurance payments to in­ leave the company poised to "go Bergdorf Goodman unit canceled its that retailers start slashing prices Burlington Coat Factory Ware­ Jan LaDue, a 46-year-old career­ come level. through the roof" when better eco­ remaining fall orders. Retailers are on Thanksgiving weekend. house Corp., a Burlington, N.J., dis­ development official at the business nomic conditions return. He says he concerned that if companies con­ Nordstrom announced an un­ counter with 302 stores, says it has school at Southern Methodist Uni­ Bush, Democrats is bullish on the company's enter­ tinue slashing jobs and the economy precedented 10-day fall sale starting seen an increase of about 30% in of­ versity in Dallas, says she has be­ tainment creations and its ability to worsens, sales will slow further, in­ in late September, discounting cer­ fers from vendors selling goods. come a more cautious consumer as Spar Over Economy exploit them. Top of the list is "Mon­ ventories will bulge and profits will tain items by 33% to 60%-the first Prices are more negotiable• too. the economy has slowed. Recently, disappear. time it has held a major sale outside "There will be bigger breaks in the she shopped for the first time at President Bush and Democrats sters Inc.," a computer-animated co­ production with Pixar that is ex­ Earlier Bargains the three it schedules each year future," Chairman Monroe Milstein Syms and found a pair of Brooks tangled over an economic-stimulus pected to be a big hit in November. since it began selling apparel in predicts. Brothers wool trousers for $39.99. package. The retailers' predicament is 1963. Syms Corp., the Secaucus, N.J., Now she's thinking of sending her Administration officials told con­ Government Sites good news for shoppers, who are For a manufacturer, retailers' off-price apparel retailer with about college-age son and husband in to gressional leaders that Mr. Bush likely to find bargains earlier in the discounts may salvage some sales, 45 stores, says worried vendors are buy suits. "I expect that stores are wants the bulk of his proposed $60 Yank Sensitive Data Christmas season, often on items but the brand can be tarnished. The peddling goods at prices about 10% going to have to discount items to at- , billion to $75 billion package to go to­ that aren't normally discounted. But Web site Overstock.com, for exani­ below where they were several tract the consumer," she, Sllys.' . ward tax cuts. The rest would go to Government agencies-and even for full-price chains, such as Feder­ ple, recently bought some high-end weeks ago. Manufacturers have spending-much of it earmarked for some private entities-have been re­ ated's Macy's and May Department watches from a distributor facing started calling to unload merchan­ a package of unemployment and moving from their Web sites infor­ Stores Co. 's Foley's, ihe discounting cancellations. The Web site listed a dise about a month sooner than By Wall Street Journal staff reporters health-care benefits for jobless mation they fear could help terror­ could herald a return to the price Movado men's watch, the "Esper- usual. Erin White and Ann Zimmerman workers. ists plot attacks. Democratic leaders generally are The Environmental Protection comfortable with the size of the Agency, concerned about attacks in­ White House proposal but want to volving chemicals, stripped its Web Record Labels spend much more of it on worker site of information about the nation's benefits. Many Democrats also favor chemicals plants and what compa­ massive spending on bridges, road nies would do if chemicals escaped. Sue Web Site and other infrastructure, rather The Defense Department took down than tax cuts, to stimulate the econ­ its Central Command Web site re­ omy. garding Middle East and Asian af­ fairs and its Special Operations Com­ Sharing Files Airlines Make a Play mand, because it was hacked into this week. The sites contained such By LEE GOMES For Leisure Travelers items as news releases, speeches A successful future starts The nation's big airlines slashed and biographies of leaders in the he entertainment industry airfares for leisure travel, a few days command. has opened a new chapter in with The Wall Street Journal. after most airlines lowered their its fight against online piracy business tariffs to try to jump-start Home Offices Get by filing a lawsuit against a business after the terrorist attacks. popular Web file-sharing sys­ Della Air Lines led the charge, of­ New Lease on Life tem called Morpheus. fering a sale on tickets purchased Just stay home. The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District through Monday for domestic travel That's the feeling of some work­ Court in Los Angeles, says Morpheus through Dec. 15. Overseas trips must ers nervous about going into the of­ is picking up where Napster Inc., now ' be completed in March, April or fice because of the Sept. 11 attacks shut down while it refashions itself as \ May. Numerous other big carriers, and the possibility of further terror­ a legal operation, left off. But unlike such as United, American and Conti­ ist strikes. Across the nation, more Napster, whose operations were nental, offered similar deals. people are requesting to work from curbed by the music industry's court home, companies and consultants action, Morpheus bills itself as a de­ You won't find a better resource Warner and Disney say, wanting to avoid buildings that centralized, or "peer to peer," system than The Journal for news and could be potential targets and to stay with no central computer, but in­ Hope for Magic closer to their families at a time of stead, a constantly changing collec­ industry trends that can help you tion of personal computers belonging l heightened anxiety. At the same prepare for everything from life after Even before Sept. 11, "Harry Pot­ time, companies are thinking about to the people logged on to the service ter and the Sorcerer's Stone" was giving more employees remote com­ at any one time. college to your next spring break. seen as a can't-miss holiday block­ In their lawsuit, though, record la­ e-·. buster. Now, young Harry is swoop­ puter connections to ensure they can work even if buildings become inac­ bels and Hollywood studios repre­ ing down at just the right moment cessible. sented by the Recording Industry As­ A student subscription to The Wall Street for Warner Bros. Pictures. sociation of America and the Motion Journal includes both the print and online The studio has suffered through a Odds & Ends Picture Association of America say string of disappointments this year, that Morpheus indeed uses central­ (WSJ .com) editions. So, you can be sure that including the recent films "Rock Wall Street registered a strong server computers for such tasks as Star" and "American Outlaws." The upswing after the U.S. began air keeping track of who is online. Those you'll receive the most up-to-date news as well movie studio that made household strikes in Afghanistan. Stock prices central machines, says a spokesman as special tools to help you plan your career. names out of Dirty Harry, Batman had fallen after the Sept. 11 terrorist for the record-industry group, "make and Bugs Bunny hasn't produced a attacks, but the Dow Jones Indus­ the system more efficient." blockbuster since "The Perfect trial Average and the Nasdaq Com­ Use of Morpheus has exploded in Storm" in 1999. Where once its repu­ posite Index were up substantially recent months. According to Web­ With The Journal you'll get: tation was staked on big movies with this week from their post-attack noize, a Cambridge, Mass., research big stars, Warner Bros.' greatest lows ... Sales of cars and light trucks outfit, nearly a million people at a Knowledge and insight on how success so far this year, "Cats & didn't fall as sharply as expected last time were using Morpheus last textbook theories work in the real world Dogs," featured a cast of no-name fe­ month, thanks to interest-free deals month-nearly double the number i lines and canines. ... Conde Nast Publications will shut from August-and they downloaded Meanwhile, Walt Disney Co. down Mademoiselle magazine with more than 1.5 billion files, both music Customizable news when and how you want it chairman and chief executive its November issue. and full-length movies. Michael Eisner has been on an ag­ By Robert J. 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For more information about special subscription rates for students, call School While Napster's founders made it B-school diary: A first-year student clear in internal communications dur­ 1-800-975-8602 or visit info.wsj.com/students at Kellogg School of Management Journal ing the service's early days that the offers an inside look at orientation f,om THE WALL STREET JOURNAL. purpose of the software was to ex­ week in Evanston, Ill. change music, the creators of most peer-to-peer systems have been care­ 9 THE WALL STREET JOURNAL. • Well-Prepared Grads Ace • Students Change Gears ful to describe their software as gen­ Meal Interviews As Career Questions Loom eral technology capable of exchang­ Mind your manners: Lunch and Th~ great disconnect: For some ing all manner of files, including dinner interviews are becoming students, there's nothing more dis­ many legal ones. popular as firms try to assess orienting than realizing they proba­ In a related development, music whether a candidate will fit in­ bly won't be happy in the profes­ publishers and record labels reached and not embarrass the company. 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