• Student Profiles —See Pages AND LET THE TRUTH BE TOLD THOUGH THE HEAVENS FALL VOL.XLVNO.2 FREE THE OFFICIAL STUDENT NEWSPAPER OF YORK COLLEGE OF CUNY JANUARY 2004 York Mourns Beloved Professor
YORK COLLEGE POLITICAL SCIENCE
8b DEPARTMENT HOLDS Wr A MEMORIAL SERVICE CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF FRIEND AND COLLEAGUE, DR. FRANCIS TENYWA
COURTESY OF YORK DEWlKTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE
Dr. Francis Tenywa, who passed away this past summer. STORIES ON PAGE 3
Students Start Cyber Lounge— York Student Interns At MTV — • See Page 4 • See Page tl JANUARY 2004 PANDORA'S BOX Letter From Student Government To the student body, ities staff Trina Sapp, Patricia Good- • The Club Fair which took place We are extremely appreciative of win, Kay-Ann Montaque, and on 9/30/03 was successful due to the support you gave us during the Katiuska Daniel; Acting Director the involvement and participation elections and have continued to of Student Activities Anthony of the students. Much to our delight, show throughout the academic Andrews; Sandra De La Cruz of the we were joined by Pres. Hampton semester. In the November issue of business office and guest speaker in the Plaza. This is a biannual event Pandora's Box, much of the article B. Mizanoor Biswas former Board coordinated by the Club Council you read was based upon old of Trustee member. President Sabrina Calloway information, and did not accurate- • Over the three-day period, inter- • Recently, Student Government ly reflect the progress we had made active sessions were held toprepar e organized the Annual Thanksgiv- over the semester us for our roles and responsibilities ing Dinner in the Atrium. It was Typically, a new administration as we began the new term. We were financially sponsored by Auxiliary NEWS & VIEWS for Student Government takes office praised and recognized in the con- Enterprise. The members of student in July and begins to establish an vocation speech of Pres. Hampton, government and student leaders act- agenda. We felt this would not help as well as in the Faculty Caucus ed as servers for the day. This event Renaissance Man us in achieving our goals for the stu- report. They reported that they was organized by Papia Ashraf - Finds Home dents, so this Student Government found this Student Government to Executive Director, Roxanna took office in May. Many of us did be a motivated and energized group. Thomas - Communication Council Teaching English not take the summer break. Rather, • We participated in the welcom- President, Natella Asherova - Trea- At York we stayed on campus over the sum- ing events during the first weeks of surer, and Nicole Rodriguez - Sec- mer, planning for various events. school organized by the office of retary of the Pre - Law Club. It is to 4 These activities proved to be criti- Student Development and Enroll- the credit of the York College Stu- cal in the successful conference we ment. dent Body that we consider this organized for August 8th - 10th, • The Book Bank was opened for event to be our most successful to York Professor 2003. Completely empowered by three weeks and we spent $7000 on date. We thank you so much for all Fighting this experience, we decided to take books for students and serviced the positive feedback and we are a proactive position in organizing approximately 250 students. The encouraged to plan even better Local Fight and planning not only this confer- Book Bank, which is managed by events for you in the future. AgainstAIDS ence, but also all the events that Stu- Jason Ramirez, Evening and Week- • We were successful in getting dent Government designed. The end Vice President, distributed a senator elected (Gavendra Singh) positive feedback speaks for itself approximately 400 books. as Vice Chair of Senate Executive 6 and here is the list of our accom- • The Computer Lab has been Board. Additionally, one of York plishments to date: upgraded and is fully operational, College Student Government sen- Dirty Fountains • The August 8th - 10th Leader- for students 6 days a week-under ators (Ashfaq Hai Shuvo) sits as the ship Conference was the first suc- supervision of Iiya Musayev, Day Vice Chair of Fiscal Affairs for Uni- Have Some Students cessful project designed by the new Vice President. versity Student Senate. Bringing Student Government administra- • There were students who need- The accomplishments of Student tion. Senators invited students, ed tohav e emergency loans in order Governments are actually the suc- Their Own /^ speakers and guest, including stu- to pay for books or tuition and we cess of the York College Student dent senators, club presidents/rep- addressed this matter as well. Body, as a whole. We are proud to 6 resentatives administration mem- One of the responsibilities of Stu- work hard for you. We are eager to bers: President Robert Hampton; dent Government, as established by have more involvement of the stu- V.R Avis Hendrickson, VP Student our constitution, is to financially dents, because if we all pull togeth- Development and Enrollment; Her- assist students if a "dire financial er, there will be no limit to the man Wright,Counseling Center, fac- need" is evident. This past semes- things we can achieve. 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Joining YORKFORUM is easy. STUDENT Just send an email containing your name and your email address to [email protected] PANDORA'S Box JANUARY 20041 In Memoriam Remarkable Life And Sudden Death Of A Beloved Professor By Cathy Jedruczek turer who rarely used notes. He two institutions [York and NYU] since August 10th she has felt that recalled that even though he was a Feature Editor and working on several projects, there would be tougher times ahead friend to many students, he found time to develop closer rela- of her since Dr. Tenywa is not e touched people's lives in remained a fair and tough grader. tionships with many of his students. around anymore. a special way and he knew Singh remembers his classmates They all admit that knowing him "The day he died, it is as if a dark Hhow to motivate students. studying ten times as hard for Dr. changed their lives forever. cloud came over the campus for me His death shocked and left many in Tenywa's tests. "As a student, Prof. Tenywa had and it has not lifted," said Thomas. deep sorrow. Now room 4E06 at "The first test we were taking, he an incredible effect on me because "For I cannot forget how we spoke York College is vacant and those came to class and said 'today is the he encouraged me to do more and about my graduation and how he passing by it still hope to see the day our friendship is over. It was to be brave," said Roxanna Thomas, wanted to dance with my mother ever-smiling face of Dr. Francis nice knowing everybody,'" recalled York Student Government Com- and to tell my father 'our daughter Tehywa one more time. Singh with a wry smile. munication Council President has graduated!' Now I will have to Dr. Tenywa, an Associate Profes- Dr. Dyer concurs. majoring in Political Science. look at my father, then the clouds, sor at York, passed away this past "He really believed in high stan- In the Spring 2003 semester, and say it myself." August while visiting Uganda, his dards," said Dyer. "He was willing Thomas was tapped to work as Dr, Dr. Tenywa has left an empty homeland. The immediate cause of to go a long distance. He wanted Tenywa's assistant typically review- space that cannot be filled in the his death, reportedly, was "cardiac students to rewrite papers. He would ing papers and exams. To her sur- lives of many people. Students who tamponade, which was caused by not allow students to be anything prise, the genteel professor posed a knew him for a single semester or aortic aneurysm." COURTESY DEPARTMENT Op POLITAL SCIENCE but the best." bigger challenge than that in front people he was a friend with for • Colleagues and students alike Singh only took one class with Dr. of her. Thomas was to lecture his many years speak of him dearly. remember him as one of the best. Dr. Tenywa, addressing stu- Tenywa, but they remained in touch. class, and he was going to sit and "Francis was a true, dependable, dents at a university in Uganda. "Francis... he was just one of the When Singh had to choose between watch her in action. dedicated and loyal friend...the kind nicest human beings you could run accepting a job as a director of con- "I noticed that about five minutes of friend who epitomizes the adage across," said Dr. Conrad Dyer, Chair quent visitors to his office where stituent affairs at Senator Malcolm into the lecture he walked out of the ,'A friend in need is a friend of the Political Science Department they received one-on-one attention. A. Smith's office and a trip to Ugan- room," recalls Thomas. "After the indeed,'" said Dr. Solo Dowuona- [at York]. "He was almost saintly, "He wanted to know your story, da, Dr. Tenywa advised him to class was over, I ran to his office to Hammond, Dr. Tenywa's friend for very friendly, genuine, concerned. understand you as a person," said choose the former. Singh keeps the ask him why he [had] left me alone. over twenty years, currently teach- He deeply cared about the students." Gurpal Singh, former York College copy of Dr. Tenywa's picture, which He said, when he saw me walk to ing at NYU. Students who knew Dr. Tenywa student whose major was Political he received at the memorial service, the front and begin [the lesson] he According to Dr. Dowuona-Ham- all agreed that he wasn't just a pro- Science. "You could relax and talk in his office at his new job. was sure that I would be all right mond, they [had] met at NYU's fessor, but a friend and their role to him in his office." "It is inspiring to think of him," and that I did not need him." Graduate School of Arts and Sci- model. Those who enrolled in his Singh remembers Dr. Tenywa also said he explained. Thomas indeed was all right that ences (GSAS). Since Dowuona- Political Science courses were fre- as an interesting and effective lec- Dr. Tenywa, despite teaching at memorable day, but she says that Continued on page 13 Requiem For Extraordinary Professor And Humanitarian By Abi James [who] as you came to know him, Managing Editor you could not but love him," expressed Dyer. "On reflection I he York College Political Sci- realize that this was neither accident ence Department held a nor coincidence." said Dyer, TMemorial Service celebrat- explaining that Tenywa was total- ing the life of friend and colleague, ly committed to York College and Dr. Francis Tenywa who died in his students. August while on a student exchange President Robert L. Hampton was trip to Uganda. also present at the memorial service In attendance at the service were and in his speech, Dr. Hampton students, faculty, staff, family mem- acknowledged that he did not know bers and personal friends of the the Political Science professor, but Political Science Professor. They all had learned of the late professor's gave moving tributes. extraordinary love of life and stu- Robinson Diaz, a former student dents. of Dr. Tenywa's showed a film he "I am sorry I did not know Pro- had compiled from clips of the Pro- fessor Tenywa" said Hampton. "But fessor's trips to the African nation, clearly he was a man for his stu- which was his homeland. He con- dents." ducted the trips under the auspicies President Hampton, shared with of the International Exchange Pro- those at the memorial service that gram. he had learned from some of Pro- Prophetically, the closing scene fessor Tenywa's students that he was of the video, which brought tears to a hard task master and doing just the eyes of many in the audience, enough to get by wasn't good enough for him. shows him standing, smiling with a COURTESY DEPARTMENT OF POLITAL SCIENCE group of his students as he pointed " I know that here are many alum- ni here today who find themselves to a mountain range (in Uganda) Dr. Tenywa, seated center, with students and colleagues on a trip to Uganda. and says to them, "There I shall be." in a professional life because of how And there he is. he loved them," said Hampton. Dr. Tenywa is now buried in his Provost Edward Weil, who was sor and as a person. But by what he did here." off from his job when he needed beloved birth country. Diaz later pre- also in attendance, acknowledged "He was known for his individual Present and past students also some time off for personal reasons. sented the tribute to the Tenywa that Professor Tenywa's commit- attention to students,"declared spoke in memory of their beloved The student also recalled, asking the family. ment was invaluable to the College Ostholm. "He was a humble and professor. professor about the exchange pro- The memorial tribute by the mem- and the students. Weil said the pro- kind gentleman who was willing to Nicole Me Farlane, an alumni, gram to Uganda. bers of York College's faculty and fessor," brought an international per- assist wherever and whenever he gave a moving tribute attesting to "My brother if I should tell you, student body, gave thanks for the Me spective to the College." was needed,"she said recalling his the kind professor which Dr. Teny- what would you have learned?" and outstanding contributions of Dr. "Francis knew what travel would devotion to students and the world. wa was. Davis said was Tenywa's response. Tenywa. The Professor who had an provide for students," said Weil. "He was embedded in research "He saw all of the students as his After he had visited Uganda, Teny- uncanny gift for making a lasting "What they will never receive in concerning globalization and pover- children,"said Me Farlane. "When wa urged him to share what he had impression on all those who crossed the classroom." ty,"she revealed. "Professor Teny- I told him I had been accepted into learned with others. his path< passed away right before In closing, Weil urged members wa will be especially remembered law school he said, Tm one of the "My brother I want you to go back the beginning of the fall semester. of the York College faculty and for bringing Uganda to York and luckiest men in the world today!' I and tell others what you have Dr. Conrad Dyer, Chair of the Administrative body to continue York to Uganda." know the day I graduate he will be learned," Davis recalls were the Department of Political Science, serving students the way their col- Professor Ed Stevenson also paid smiling down at me," said a tear- words of the late Professor to him. presided over the memorial tribute league, Professor Tenywa had done. tribute to Tenywa. ful Me Farlane. Alicia Allan, the student who was in memory of his colleague and Dr. Shirley Osthlom, a colleague "I think that he would want to be Vernon Davis, another student with Tenywa in a taxi when he suf- friend. from the Department of Political remembered for having touched the described the Political Science pro- fered the fatal heart attack, expressed In his opening remarks, Dr. Dyer Science, gave a heartfelt testimony, lives of so many people," said fessor as "unselfish in his ways." the impact he had on her life as a offered his deepest condolences to in honor of her late friend and fel- Stevenson, who recalled Tenywa as "Dr. Tenywa did what most peo- student. the Tenywa family on behalf of the low professor as well. being a gentle and friendly tnan."He ple would not dream of doing," "I felt the sky had punched me in Political Science Department and Ostholm described Tenywa as a always had a smile and a good word recounted Davis. my face," said Allan. "That's the the York College community. man who had a strong sense of ded- to say. I think that his life should not Davis shared a personal story of way Dr. Tenywa was," she said of "Francis was the kind of person ication in his life both as a profes- be measured, by how long he lived. how Dr. Tenywa got him a month Continued on page 13 oJANUARY 2004 PANDORA'S BOX NEW AT YORK Renaissance Man Finds Home Teaching English At York
By Sarika Lucknauth ton University, Namphy studied can all see each other and feel more two years. Black Literature. He would go on comfortable." Reporter Professor Namphy, revealed he is to teach the subject to convicts in Asked to describe his students, very glad to be teaching at York and -J prison, along with seminars with he sound of jazz great, Miles Namphy enthused, "They are all hopes to be here for a while. For the the tongue-in-cheek topic, "how not fabulously intelligent people." spring semester he will switch from Davis, emanated softly from i Ta small CD player in a cor- to go back to jail when you get out" A "fabulously intelligent" person Black Literature to English 356: ner of the room where, with the He has a lot of teaching experience himself, Namphy wrote his Doc- Studies in an American Genre or exception of a few books scattered under his belt, lecturing at Prince- toral thesis on the life of '60s Movement. The topic will be The about the desk, everything in the BOnHMOTU"""iiwn •nimnmiiniWfnif1 mf . ton, where he earned his Ph. D and activist, Malcolm X. Myth of the Old West: Native office seems in place. There are : : V 4 Rutgers University as well as Bronx Now being published, the book Americans and the Development of more books lining a wall and some Community College. will be available in approximately the American Novel. ^•''^ k -'---' '' boxes neatly packed in a comer. The "Sometimes you know what carpet, cushy under this visitor's you're supposed to be doing. And feet, add to the the room's inviting this is what I was supposed to do," atmosphere. Namphy explained when asked College Students Start why he went into teaching. "If you "I'm glad you approve," Profes- JOSEPH ALLEN • PANDORA'S BOX sor Mychel Namphy responded, enjoy the material you're teaching upon being complimented on his Professor Mychel Namphy then your students will get it, they Online Student Lounge office. "I try to make it welcoming will see it in you." By Nicquan Lovell books [that] other people are sell- for my students." But his seeming comfort in acad- Namphy also makes sure his stu- ing, said Wilson. "Since S-Lounge Reporter Namphy, one of the newest addi- emia was preceded by a period of dents see it in themselves and each is on the Internet it helps you reach creative and athletic experimenta- other. tions to York's English Department, re you tired of trying to a larger audience and receive quick- tion. "There aren't any observers in my is teaching African American Lit- buy or sell textbooks by er responses to your posts, kind of He played minor league baseball, class," he said. "Just participators," erature. He said his love for black word of mouth? Do you like ebay," he added. culture started when he attended attended umpire school and pursued said the professor explaining why A want to remain in the mix? Ever In addition to selling textbooks, acting. But baseball's loss is teach- he has his students sit in a circle Columbia University as an under- want to find out how well or poor- students can use S-Lounge for a ing's gain. rather than in rows. graduate, majoring in English and ly professors teach before you sign variety of other purposes as well. During graduate school at Prince- African Literature. 'That way," he explained, "they up for a class? If so, the creators of They can look up school events S-Lounge say they are here to help. posted by students and rate class- The S-Lounge (or Student es and professors. Lounge), started by York College The site can also be used to share students Michael Wilson, a Busi- peer opinions about classes they are Former York Student Journalist ness major; Nonso Williams, a about to take or even discuss Biology major, and City College movies, music, majors and even student, Jason Johnson, a Graphics romantic relationships. Returns To Advise Pandora's Box Design major, is a forum-based Currently the site is being oper- website, for students to commu- ated by the enterprising students of By Nicquan Lovell nicate online on various topics. both York and City Colleges. But Reporter The inspiration for the S-Lounge, these two CUNY colleges are cer- Wilson said, was pretty simple. tainly not the only ones interested or Muiviu Moxain Connie, I ill- has come lull "We've always wanted to start in the site as end users. circle- from York College .student learning ;il our own business and with the LaGuardia Community College, FPaiuUmi's Hn\ to Wk College adjunct advis- Internet becoming more popular Suny Westbury, Hofstra, Bronx ing and editing Panihra\ Bm. and [dealing with] college text- Community and even Malcolm X A founding associate publisher am) editor in chief books being more frustrating, we College of Chicago have jumped of the community paper. Uw Stwihtwi Oiwciis Pirsy put the two together to help make, on the S-Lounge bandwagon. Mo\am Connie reeentlj, lelumed to York 10 guide buying and selling textbooks eas- Wilson, Williams and Johnson are Journalism students Lluough Ihr process of pioduc- ier," he explained. "Just as the Inter- seeking sponsors and donations for ing a newspaper. net helps [to] make looking for the S-Lounge. They plan an exten- As interim faculty advisor while Professor Cilenn jobs, used cars, submitting sive CUNY and SUNY-wide pro- Ijewis is on sabbatical writing a book. \Io\am Com resumes...easier and faster, S- motional tour for the website. ric aet.s as advisor, editor and liaison between the Col Lounge does the same for your "We would like for students all lege's official newspaper, the English Department textbooks," he said. over to use S-Lounge — it is a and the printer, to gel the paper published. Instead of the old fashioned way great thing," Wilson said. Moxum Connie attended the College as an Lng- of trading used books for cash, the With a current 82 registered stu- lish major with concentration in Journalism. recei\ enterprising students say they dents, "The Lounge" is expecting ing a Bachelor of Arts. She said from the time she decided to incorporate technolo- even more people to pull up a was in high schcxil she wanted to be a journalist, with gy into the process to make it eas- (cyber) chair next semester. interest in radio and that during her studies at York. II KO\ ier for both sides. . Registration is open to all. Those Lew is and the English Department tremendously Marcia Moxam Comrie "You can post the books you are interested can visit the site at influenced her. trying to sell online or search for http://www.slounge.com "My York College education is just ;LS good as that deadlines, which she stressed is essential in the pub- of any other college e\en Harvard." Mo\am Com- lishing business. Ilow-e\er. she notes that "'some rie said. "The skills- J developed at York were hi si times, the paper lakes a back seat to other things,"" rate," she added. going on in the students" lives. A married mother of two children, Movim Coni- "This is a deadline-intensive business." she said. ne has lived in Southeast Queens for the past 24 years "But students have a lot to do and have J lot of class- and says thai she has always Iven active in her com es, children, spouses, jobs, rent and other things that munily. Uke their dtienuon awav from the paper. Soincrinvs But because of life changes. Moxain Conirie said, the paper is seen as a kind of club and doe.snt gel she had to do some devaluating of her career. the priont\ that it requires because ol the student "Since my life got really hectic with mj kids and journalists' busy work load and other responsibili e\crv thing el.se. I've reduced my involvement \ut ties. It's a balancing act," she said. Outfii\ Pn:\.\\. so my title is now "Associate Pub Nevertheless. \lo\ain ('omrie s(tvs she enjovs her lisher'Coiuiihuliiig Ldilor." she said temporal} |ob .a York lvcauso it is in the Held • >) |ow- As ad\isor to I he college's award winnm-; news- lulisin ami it is a wa\ loi her to gi\e b.ick to the col jupei. \lo\am Connie advises nunieious student lege and to 1 ewis. journalists. She guides- them duiing the pioce.ss of ""1 want to help students make the connection - tak- developing stor> ideas, writing and editing. She also ing what tlkVre learning in the classroom |lheoi>] assists those who need internships. and helping ihem to jppk that to the piaeticdl in as The alumni turned-advisor said the itccldim that lealistic a manner as possible." she explained. the paper has attained thus far goes to the students She said, she w:is honoied llul Lewis ,md the I ng and Lew is. hsh nepanment h,id the faith m her to ask hvi l\Kk. "The paper rculK is Prof. Lewis" 'habv.' which When Lewis returns in the spring, Moxani Comrie he imests his heart and soul into." she said. w ill no doubt return her focus in the Southeast Qua us One of Conine's biggest challenges in workms: Pn-*\. COURTESY OFTHR S-LOUNGI- "Another >;rejl oppoiiunit}." she said. I with the college papei is gelling the students 10 meet Enterprising founders of the S-Lounge show off their site. PANDORA'S BOX JANUARY 20041 Around the College International Students Tell Of Struggles To Obtain An Education At York College By Betty Benitez soaring tuition over and above what $3,500 but now pay $4,320 to guidelines to remain in status,"she Full-time international student Reporter residents pay. According to many, $5,000. explained. "And certain restrictions Sareta Bogle, a 22-year-old Psy- it makes paying for schooling very Michelle Sabio, advisor for are put upon them to maintain chology major from Jamaica, nternational students are strug- difficult. incoming international students, school status." expresses her feelings about the gling to attend York College The constant increases make it said the process that international The guidelines for students struggles of her family as the main Ibecause of the higher tuition difficult for many of these students students go through to enroll into preparing to come to US colleges source of her income. costs for non-citizens, plus immi- to support themselves. York Col- York College is very complicated. from other countries must contain "First of all I think it is inconsid- gration issues. lege has nearly 220 international "Once they are accepted into an approved visa allowing them just erate, the dollar value is so high," According to Marjorie Dunbar, students who struggle with these school, they have to have a spon- to go to school. However, for a visa she said. "Books, rent, transporta- acting assistant to the director of expenses. sor," she said. "It is a whole process eligibility, proof is needed to show tion, and general living is hard and admissions of York College, the Rhea Seerattan, age 20 and a Psy- but they can't apply for a student Immigration and Naturalization to find a job is even harder. As far high price of tuition is creating a chology major from Trinidad, is visa until they are accepted into Services stability of financial as working is concerned, I do not hardship for these students. feeling the pinch. school." resources. see where they are doing anything "Paying tuition is affecting them "It's a burden, and we can't work The eligibility requirement starts There are three types of student for international students, in order because they are really struggling," off-campus," she said. "How do with being accepted into York Col- visas, the Fl, Jl, and Ml but York to work you must apply for a work she said. "Most of them are first they expect us to pay $5,000 a lege or the University Application requires only Fl student visas, permit." generation [college] students. semester? It just seems as though Processing Center. If the students which is the most common student Jobs are difficult to find because Income can be a major challenge." they want to kick us out of school." is eligible by passing college visa. Each of these visas has a dif- with the F-l visas students can only Rich in diversity, the York Col- For 23 year-old, Nadine, an entrance exam then the college will ferent meaning. be allowed to work within a peri- lege student body consists of over Accounting major from Jamaica, assist them to obtain a [student] The Fl is for full-time interna- od of nine months, only on campus 5,000 students from all over the the frustration is the same. visa. tional students, which allows them and must only be a part-time job world. They all share the same "They should provide housing. It International students come to to work part-time on campus. The that is fewer than 20 hours per desire for success through educa- is hard to live with family, there is New York State for better opportu- Jl is the same as the Fl that allows week. tion. no improvement," she said. nities but then are faced with finan- employment only if permission is Explaining the requirements for However there is a difference that "They don't look at inflation," she cial obstacles. A better academic given from exchange program. work and study Dunbar said, it is separates them. explained, adding that taking a life is what these students want, Both Fl and Jl are visas for acad- very stringent. The difference involves struggles break from school is out of the until they estimate tuition and their emic studies. However, Ml visa is "Based on F-l they are eligible that make for an academic life dif- question. "You can't even stay in daily expenses to obtain a bache- not for academic study but for after nine months maintaining a ferent among students who are cit- the country if you take one semes- lors degree. vocational study and employment [minimum] 2.0 G.P. A, and being in izens or permanent residents and ter off." Not only are they faced with bud- is not authorized. status to apply off campus in their their counterparts with the student The cost of tuition for a full-time getary issues but also the different Budgeting is a continual process major. York is authorized from INS visas. international student at York Col- guidelines they must follow to that can differ from year to year and to do these transactions." Policies in CUNY do not make lege is estimated per credit, where- maintain status in New York State. in order to get any of these visas According to the students, it's a life simple for international stu- as residents are not obligated to pay According to Dunbar, it is an it is necessary to show financial challenging situation to be in, but dents. These students are faced with tuition per credit. In the last semes- ongoing process. resources and this is why the main they are grateful for the opportuni- ter, international students paid "They must adhere to certain source of income is from family. ty so many take for granted.
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By Abi James Managing Editor "The epidemic has not gone away, AIDS has not been cured," said Letteney. "As long as we do not arlier this month the annual "World AIDS Day" was have a cure for HIV infection women, men, adoles- Eobserved. The theme for the cents and children will continue to become infected." event was "Live and Let Live" and it focused on eliminating the stig- - Dr. Susan Letteney, professor ma and discrimination still associ- York Department of Social Sciences ated with the disease while high- lighting progress made and the over- whelming challenges remaining. tan communities and be better prac- is also the possibility that they may At York, Dr. Susan Letteney from titioners as a result of having more not all work for everyone. the Department of Social Sciences, knowledge in the area." "The epidemic has not gone away, has been actively involved in pro- The researcher revealed that the AIDS has not been cured," said Let- moting HIV and AIDS awareness topic of "health care and women" teney. "As long as we do not have on campus. She has hosted a num- has always been a concern of hers. a cure for HIV infection women, ber of forums at York on HIV stig- From her perspective as a social men, adolescents and children will ma and discrimination during the worker, she expressed that there was continue to become infected." college's annual Women's History a disparity in health care - especially In her role as an educator, Let- Month celebrations. for women of different classes and teney tries to make her classroom As a social worker and researcher cultural backgrounds. Letteney says teaching "as real as possible for stu- who has worked with HIV and that the access to health care is not dents," by bringing in guest speak- AIDS victims, Prof. Letteney is a equal and [that] women in partic- ers and by incorporating her own ular are affected by discrimination experiences from her social work passionate supporter of those afflict- JOSEPH AI.I.F.N -I»\N1 • ed with the insidious disease. and stigma. practice. "We haven't made as much Dr. Susan Letteney "Health care in this country is not "It's a personal gratification in progress in educating people about uniformly provided, in particular knowing that what you do has made keeping themselves safe and risk Social Work. She admits, however, dren. when it comes to a disease and a an impact on another person or a free," said Letteney. "We also that she first began as a teacher and "We were looking at how social stigmatized condition like HIV or group of people or even a commu- haven't made a lot of progress in her first love has always been teach- support in their lives would affect AIDS," Letteney emphasized. nity," she said. reducing the stigma and access to ing. their disclosure one way or the oth- "Many women don't nave access And Letteney practices what she health care." "I just found myself always find- er," revealed Letteney. to health care because they're stig- preaches. In collaboration with the college, ing an educational component in Professor Letteney gave special matized." "Anyone in the York Communi- Professor Letteney has also been whatever I did," said Letteney. credit to her (York) students for The social worker/professor also ty who has concerns and who wants immersed in research regarding stig- After she completed her doctori- helping with the implementation of said that she hopes [that] these to come and speak with me," said ma and discrimination of people al studies in 1997, Letteney decid- the research study. forums will raise the consciousness Letteney, "I would be more than with HIV. ed to blend her professional inter- The professor says she is opti- of men, women, and the commu- happy to help." Before she came to York, Letteney est of social work with her love of mistic that the findings [of the nity. She also noted that even She also advises students to get worked as a Special Education teaching and "become a social work research on the Relationship of though there are newer treatments "involved and educate yourselves." teacher and a social worker. She educator." This is how she found Social Support and Mood to HIV available, to many people a lot of According to Letteney, students also held positions at the New York her self at York. Disclosure] will be translated into these treatments are usually not should become actively involved Health and Hospitals Co-Operation Dr. Letteney recently completed presentations, conferences and arti- available. with policies and laws if there is to as a health care planner and a sys- a study entitled, "The Relationship cles. And the reasons for the disparity be greater change. tems analyst There she was respon- of Social Support and Mood to HTV She further noted that the research vary. Asked about her future plans, Pro- sible for larger policy issues that Disclosure. The study, researched being carried out on HIV will have Treatments for HTV, according to fessor Letteney says she hopes to affected mental health service pro- and conducted along with students a larger impact on the community Letteney, are usually not affordable have forums and would like to work vision in New York City public of York College, focused on men via York's Social Work graduates. and many people do not have the on a conference, "because there is hospitals. and women infected with HIV and "If social workers are better right insurance and in some cases, still not a cure for HTV and AIDS." Dr. Letteney has worked as an who were also parents. The project trained in this topic they will go out they don't even know about the For further information Professor adjunct Professor at the New York specifically looked at the experience into the community, the Jamaica medical treatments available. She Susan Letteney can be reached in University School of Social Work parents had in disclosing or not dis- community," said Letteney. "And also revealed that for those who room 3All or by calling 1 (718)- . (NYU) and the Yeshiva School of closing their HIV status to their chil- other greater New York metropoli- have access to the treatments, there 262-2605). Dirty Water Fountains Have Some Students Bringing Their Own By Janet Peters-Pedlar school's cafeteria, Foster respond- tainers, and instead dispose of, ed, "I can't afford to buy water "Coffee grinds, soup, tissues and Reporter every day for $1.50 a bottle." other garbage in the drinking foun- ealth experts say that drink- While doing an investigation of tains." ing water is good for you, the water fountains, this reporter Despite the obvious mess, how- Hbut students at York Col- witnessed a student washing her ever, Goffredo implied that the lege stay away from the fountains hands with the water meant for water is safe. out of fear of getting sick. drinking. The consensus among When asked about any recent Of the college's 178 water foun- random students passing by was inspections, he replied that it was tains, there are very few that are not to drink the water, because of three months ago, and that the clean enough to drink from, many the possibility of getting sick. Department of Environmental Pro- students claim. They say that they Asked about the condition, Joseph tection found everything to be find the conditions deplorable. Goffredo, chief administrative super "unconditionally fine and safe." "Although I've never complained of building and grounds, said that Nonetheless, no one wants to formally, I feel that these fountains the onus is also on students to keep drink from a fountain that looks should be kept clean for the stu- the fountains clean. unsanitary. dents," said Christine, a junior who "We do everything to keep the Eva Williams, York's Custodian refused to give her last name. water fountains clean. Our biggest Manager for the past 14 years is "They are disgusting." problem is not the quality of the imploring everyone to do better. Valerie Foster, another junior water, but the way they are used," "Please think of your peers," she echoes the sentiment. he said. 'They are abused by the said. 'It's not fair for them that you "They are always dirty - with students." put garbage in the fountains. We cups, tissues and all types of With dismay Mr. Goffredo are asking for the cooperation of garbage," she said. "Instead of recalled for Pandora's Box, sev- everyone to please, clean up after drinking the water at the fountains, eral occasions when his cleaners your selves," she said. JOSEPH ALLEN • PANDORA'S BOX I prefer to bring my water from would clean and sanitize the foun- Goffredo and Williams are also home." tains, and in a matter of minutes asking that those who witness Someone apparently confused this water fountain with a trash Asked about buying water from some students and faculty mem- assaults on the fountains notify can. Note the cigarette butt and crumpled paper in the fountain the vending machines or the bers would bypass the garbage con- them at 718 262-2728 or ext. 2203. on the left. PANDORA'S BOX JANUARY 20041 Around The University
CUNY New e-Permit to succeed in realizing their educational well as personal statements describing their the faculty in both senior and community There is a new "e-Permit" system in place goals," Chancellor Goldstein said. teaching and mentoring techniques, cours- colleges full-time. at CUNY. Previously, students have had CUNY student academic performance are es or curricula they created, or steps they Several financial factors made the senior- to carry a paper permit request around to improving took to extend the learning process beyond college hiring possible: Steadily rising several locations for approval, and had to For entering freshmen at all seven senior the classroom. CASE assembled two pre- enrollments, careful management, cost cut- pay early for any course taken at another colleges, college admission averages and liminary judging panels last spring that eval- ting, and retirement incentives. Increased CUNY college, even if they were financial total high school credits taken (including uated the nominees in four areas: revenue from tuition at the community col- aid students. The new "e-Permit" allows stu- English and math credits) are steadily ris- 1) impact on and involvement with under- leges will be plowed back into academic dents, for the first time, to file an online ing in all categories. The first tier CUNY graduate students; programs and new faculty, giving the two- request to take a course at another CUNY colleges include Baruch, Brooklyn, City, 2) scholarly approach to teaching and year institutions an added lift next year. college. It will be of special benefit to many Hunter and Queens Colleges. learning; The University wants 108.8 million in CUNY students who work while attending This year's freshman class scored an aver- 3) contributions to undergraduate educa- additional state and city aid next year to help college. Almost half of CUNY students age of 85 on the high school English tion within the institution and community; hire hundred of full-time professors, expand- work more than 20 hours per week and 22 Regents exam, compared to 75 in 1997. and ing its college prep programs in high schools percent support children, which can narrow Students are doing well once they are in 4) support from colleagues and students. and perform facility and technology their choice of courses. college. The average first-term GPA of first- CASE then forwarded a list of finalists to upgrades. The funding request amounts E-Permit is an excellent example of how time freshmen at the seven senior colleges the Carnegie Foundation, which performed to a 6 percent increase in its $1.75 billion the University's 19 campuses throughout (including Lehman College and York Col- the final judging and awards $5,000 prize budget. the five boroughs are better serving their stu- lege) has reached a seven-year high. to each of the four national winners. "We want to attract, recruit and hire fac- dents, by operating as an integrated univer- The average number of first-term credits Vance T. Peterson, president of CASE, ulty with the highest qualifications," Exec- sity," Chancellor Goldstein said. Through earned by freshmen has increased over the said this year's winners "represent under- utive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs the new e-Permit website, students who may past seven years at all of the senior colleges. graduate teaching at its best. The four U.S. Louise Mirrer says of the Community Col- not be able to take a needed course at their More students are staying in college. The Professors of the Year and the state winners lege Investment Program." home campus can find listings and descrip- one-year retention rate, a significant indi- we are honoring today are excellent teach- A major objective is that students who cator of more student success, for the class tions of similar courses at other CUNY col- ers because they care deeply about their dis- transfer into the senior colleges will have that entered the first-tiercollege s in fall 2001 leges. Newly installed software will enable ciplines, and because they have great respect had a community college experience equiv- was 84.7 percent, compared to 78.8 percent students to determine schedules and avail- for the learning process and students. They alent to the first two years of senior college. for the fall 1995 entering class. are clearly experts in their fields, and they ability of courses elsewhere in the Univer- We can't do that unless the University hires know how important it is to engage in sity with more ease. At the other end of the undergraduate faculty with the proper credentials." Many experience, pass rates on the New York State research and stay active with scholarly asso- The City University of New York is com- of the new appointments have been made Teacher Certification tests are on the rise. ciations. prised of 11 senior colleges, six communi- in the University's "flagship environment" More than 90 percent of students taking the ty colleges, a graduate school, a law school But just as importantly, their teaching is disciplines, which are bringing national Liberal Arts and Sciences Test (LAST) and and the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical infused with an amazing commitment to prominence to targeted undergraduate lib- Education. More than 208,000 degree-cred- the Assessment of Teaching Skills-Written students. They know that the very best teach- (ATS-W) have passed, a substantial increase eral arts and science programs, as well as to it students and more than 208,000 continu- ers remain curious and open-minded professional and graduate programs. from five years ago. throughout their careers, and they instill ing and professional education students are At this time, for example, 18 new scien- those values in their students." "The pro- enrolled throughout the five boroughs of the tists are working at CUNY in photonics; fessors we select as U.S. Professors of the City of New York. The new e-Permit sys- Nation's Top Professors three new appointments have been made in tem will give students more scheduling Year are fine teachers; they have demon- Honored strated enormous dedication to their pro- biosciences; twelve new appointments were options, which will help them to remain in in foreign languages; and 24 new lines were college and complete their degrees in a time- The Council for Advancement and Sup- fession, and they are an inspiration to then- added to a "new media" cluster. ly fashion," Chancellor Matthew Goldstein port of Education (CASE) and The Carnegie students and their colleagues. Special attention in new hires has also been said. "It will also allow them to build upon Foundation for the Advancement of Teach- They have transformed their own knowl- given to the University's ties to the city it the educational opportunities available at ing, today named four college and univer- edge and understanding and passed it along serves: 38 new teacher educators are on their home college." This new student-ori- sity professors as winners of the 2003 U.S. in ways that both form and inform their stu- ented, web-based system is making it eas- Professors of the Year Award for their ded- dents. Not only have they instilled a love board, and a second group of appointments ier for CUNY students to take courses that ication to teaching and commitment to stu- of learning in their students, they have also was recently approved. Dozens more have they need, or want. dents. The U.S. Professors of the Year examined their teaching and turned it into been approved to address the shortage of Awards, created in 1981, are the only nation- a legacy for other members of the teaching well-trained nurses in metropolitan hospi- al honors specifically designed to recognize profession to build upon," said Lee S. Shul- tals. SAT Scores For CUNY excellence in undergraduate teaching and man, president of The Carnegie Foundation "Clusters were originally organized around Freshman At High Point mentoring. for the Advancement of Teaching. research," Mirrer says. "We have made Total SAT scores for incoming freshmen Among the winners is a CUNY professor. some effort to include the community col- at The City University of New York's top- He won the Outstanding Community Col- As CUNY Faculty Grows, leges, but the real focus was on research tier senior colleges rose 168 points between lege Professor Award. His name is Paris in the senior colleges." 1995 and 2003 to a high point of 1,111 this Svoronos, a professor of chemistry at CUNY Wants Extra $108M That will change in the new round of hir- year, Chancellor Matthew Goldstein Queensborough Community College Cam- While 500 new faculty members have ing. announced today. The national average on pus in Bayside. joined CUNY senior colleges for the cur- "This is the first significant faculty and the Scholastic Aptitude Test for incoming The other three were Thomas Goodwin, rent semester, another major wave of new staff hiring initiative in the community col- college freshmen is 958. professor of chemistry at Hendrix College, faculty hires — more than 300 for the com- leges in over thirty years," Mirrer notes. Recent data, Chancellor Goldstein said, Patty Hale, professor of nursing at Lynch- munity colleges, under the Community Col- "Recent hiring efforts at the community col- "reveal a steady pattern of student improve- burg College and Edward Ayers, professor lege Investment Program — are anticipat- leges have yielded impressive results. I think ment in several key areas of academic prepa- of history at University of Virginia there ed for next year. More full-time teaching of Dr. Vrunda Prabhu, who brought to Bronx ration and retention." He added, "This is a were also 43 State winners for their com- positions are available. The University also Community College a $400,000 research vindication of CUNY's more rigorous mitments. plans to fill about 150 new library, acade- grant from the National Science Founda- admissions policy, which has been phased The professors were selected from a pool mic and student support positions in the tion, or Dr. Michelle Rief, at BMCC, a in over the past few years." of nearly 400 nominees. Campus provosts community colleges. scholar of African-American women's inter- "I want to commend CUNY's presidents, and academic vice presidents nominated The massive hiring effort is the first step national activism in the early 20th century, faculty and staff, who are effectively imple- them for the honor, and current and former toward restoring the ranks of full-time fac- or Dr. Kimberly Hearn, in Health Educa- menting University policies with dedication students, colleagues, and peers from other ulty to levels not seen in three decades. The tion at Hostos, who was Phi Beta Kappa and ability. I especially want to praise our institutions sent letters of support. Nomi- long-term goal established by Chancellor at Howard and was the recipient of a pre- students who continue to inspire all of us nation materials included the professors' Matthew Goldstein, with the support of the doctoral fellowship from the National Acad- with their talent, persistence and ambition teaching logs and course descriptions, as Board of Trustees, is to make 70 percent of emy of Sciences."
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MILESTONES: HAITIAN INDEPENDENCE Haitian Students Celebrate A Special Anniversary
By Ketty Saint-Cyr United States and the Organization of American States. Community Affairs Editor The situation became so tense that n anticipation of the 200th in 1993 the United Nations felt anniversary of Haitian indepen- compelled to impose sanctions after Idence, York College students of the Haitian military regime reject- Haitian descent hosted several days ed an accord facilitating Aristide's of festivities this past November. return. This month Haiti begins celebrat- In 1994 Haitian military regime ing its 200th year of independence relinquished power in the face of an from France. Haiti was the first imminent US invasion; US forces colony in the region to win inde- would soon land in Haiti to oversee pendence from its colonizer. The a transition to civilian government event was consummated in 1804 and Aristide was returned to his and since then has served as a rightful place as leader of the coun- crowning achievement for the try. region and the significance is not In 1995 UN peacekeepers began lost on York students of Haitian to replace US troops and Aristide extraction. supporters won parliamentary elec- "It is very important to let other tions; Rene Preval was elected in people know about our culture and December to replace Aristide as background," said Emmanuela president. Sanon, a sophomore majoring in In 1996 Preval was sworn in as Biology. "That is why this event is president and from 1997 to 1999 special to us," she said. there arose serious political dead- Special indeed. lock and a new government was Haiti, the first island on which declared. In 1999 Preval declared Christopher Columbus landed that parliament's term had expired (1492), was promptly named (or and began ruling by decree follow- renamed) Hispaniola (or Little ing a series of disagreements with Spain) by the Italian explorer rep- deputies. resenting the Spanish Crown. By In November 2000, Aristide was 14% a capital was established under elected president for a second non- the name Port Au Prince. It was the consecutive term, amid allegations first European settlement to be of irregularities. established in the region. In July 2001, a presidential In 1697 Spain ceded the eastern spokesman accused former army part of Hispaniola to France, and officers of trying to overthrow the this became Haiti, or Land of government after armed men attack Mountains. In 1801,ToussaintL'ou- three locations, killing four police verture, a former slave, conquered officers. the island, abolishing slavery and In December 2001,30-armed men proclaiming himself "General Gov- tried to seize the National Palace in ernor" over all Hispaniola. an apparent coup attempt; 12 peo- An 1802 French force led by ple were killed in the raid, which Napoleon's brother-in-law, Charles the government blamed on former Leclerc, failed to conquer the Hait- army members. ian interior but that would not be Finally seeming to be moving in the end of such attempts for the the right direction, in July 2002 island nor the end of the turmoil in Haiti was approved as a full mem- modem times. ber of the Caribbean Community Throughout its history, Haiti has (Caricom) Trade Bloc. However always been ruled by men of some that optimism was soon undermined controversy, none more so than by a wave of unrest by November Francois "Papa Doc" Duvalier, the with anti-government protests and contemporary figure who seized counter-demonstrations by Aristide power in 1956 during a military loyalists. coup. He was elected president a Long known for its association year later. with the mysterious, Haiti finally In 1964 Duvalier declared himself declared in April 2003 that Voodoo "president-for-life" and established would now be recognized as a reli- a dictatorship with the help of the gion, on a par with other faiths. Tontons Macoute Militia. On the economic front, things Upon his death in 1971 the dicta- have begun to turn around too. In tor was succeeded by his then 19- July 2003 the Inter-American year-old son, Jean-Claude "Baby Development Bank resumed loan Doc" Duvalier who also declared programs, raising hopes for further himself president-for-life. The dec- international support in Haiti and laration didn't hold and Duvalier with Jean-Bertrand Aristide still was exiled to France in 1986 in the president, the island is experiencing PANDORA'S BOX wake of mounting popular discon- a sense of stability albeit a tenuous tent. one. Speakers address the audience at the November Haitian independence celebrations at York College. He was replaced by Lieutenant- Which brings us back to the "Inde- General Henri Namphy as head of pendence Celebration," which, is a governing council. In 1988 Leslie actually being celebrated all over Manigat became president, but once the world - wherever there is a Hait- about the liberation of the country. for students and guests. pendence, but also helped the Unit- again discontent developed and he ian population - including York "I didn't know all of this history Haitian students in attendance ed States gain their independence was ousted in a coup led by College. about Haiti," said Loris Pierre, a expressed pride in their heritage. by fighting in the Revolutionary War Brigadier-General Prosper Avril, The Haitian Student Association Haitian student reacting to the film. "This event is really important with George Washington. who installed a civilian government members and Haitian Students cel- The celebration didn't stop there. because it is the last time for us, said "It is important for everybody to under military control. ebrated Haiti's independence start- On November 21, the Haitian Stu- Ruddy Lubin. "I feel that in our life- be a part of our culture and histo- In 1990 Father Jean-Bertrand Aris- ing with the celebration of Bataille dent Association members held a time we, as youngsters, should pre- ry," he said. "We as Haitians should tide was elected president but a year De Vertieres (Independence Day) play at the York College Perform- serve our heritage. Not too many try to educate everybody that a later discontent arouse in the ranks on November 18, with guest speak- ing Arts Center entitled, "History of black countries can say they're cel- black person would make such a big and Aristide was ousted in a coup er Henry Fourche, General Consul Haiti From 1880-2004." ebrating their 200th year of inde- difference and believe in what's led by Brigadier-General Raoul Of Haiti to New York. The program Immediately following the play, a pendence," said Lubin, adding that right and fought no matter what the Cedras, triggering sanctions by the included the showing of a movie "Grand Ball Celebration" was held not only did Haitians gain their inde- obstacles were." PANDORA'S BOX JANUARY 2004O
Young Fine Arts Professor Gets Raves From Students By Betty Benitez .::..;.. :.; , .. 1 and 2" and "Drawing 1." The think she was that good," he artist as professor said she sensed remarked. Reporter "/ am a young professor, so when they see my work that the exhibit adds credibility -to Lily, a business major, liked it too. ina Buxenbaum, a new fac- they can see where I am coming from and what I can show her work to her students. "I just think that is nice she is get- ulty member of the York offer them." "It's important for them to see the ting in touch with her culture, said the 24 year-old student." NCollege Fine Arts Depart- - Nina Buxenbaum, professor work," she said. "I am a young pro- ment, recently introduced her artis- fessor, so when they see my work Buxenbuam has had a dynamic tic talent to York in the exhibition, York Department of Fine Arts they can see where I am coming beginning at York College by "Her Space." from and what I can offer them." showing creative ability and intro- Her images range from culture culture like, things that you collect gallery lets York participate in that "I really enjoy my students. They ducing her work to the student and identity to African American and when you walk into some- artistic dialogue I hope it will bring are very hardworking and dedi- body, thereby encouraging their women in society and their interi- body's home you can tell their per- more artists into this gallery space cated." creativity. or space. She has captured and sonality like the books they read and because it is a beautiful gallery Her students agree. "I like the gallery because it is defined the powerful imagery and music they listen to," said Buxen- space," said Buxenbaum. "They were great, it was really inspirational," said Aracelis, anoth- symbolism of her African Ameri- baum explaining the exhibition's The professor, who is of bi-raciaJ interesting," said Art major, Joel er of Buxenbaum's students. "It's can background. theme. parentage, seems to find inspiration Springer. "I was extremely im- creative and inspires the students. Buxenbaum uses visual media as Symbolism is seen in her work in her dual culture. " My mother pressed. Of course she is a profes- It's realistic and I like the mix of a powerful tool to introduce view- and used as objects that define cul- is black and dad is white. I am bi- sor and has to be good but I didn't colors," she enthused. ers to the awareness of African tural character and historical back- racial," she explained. American women in society and the ground within the African Ameri- The artist, however, grew up in students who have advanced objects with which they surround can community. Some of these Brooklyn and was mostly influ- Correction beyond freshman status and have themselves. The gallery contains symbols go back in time to those of enced by the surroundings of His- In the November 2003 issue of not yet declared a major. variations of colorful paintings with the figures or collectibles of Aunt panic and African Americans. She Pandora's Box, in the article The article stated: "Counselors at different mediums. The art collec- Jemima and "Mammy Dolls." emphasizes women in her work "Advisement Center Eliminating the center have provided initial tions are made from oil and canvas, These dolls are used as the visual because they are also very influen- Confusion," the following items advisement for entering freshmen." charcoal and acrylic canvas, oil and introduction of the interior space tial in her life. need to be corrected or clarified. This is not correct. Freshmen are graphite on linen, and etching. within homes and culture. "There are a lot of women in my The article stated: "The Advise- advised by the Department of "It's about women and identity "I think what people take away family," said Buxenbaum. "My ment Center was created to Counseling, located in Room and interior space.. .the things we from the show is that there are a lot mother is very strong and my old- enhance advisement for students 1G02. surround ourselves with," explained of different types of works being er sister has a major influence in my who have accumulated 30 credits Also, Terry B. Felton no longer Buxenbaum. "My work has made in our communities by artists life," said the artist who is current- or less." Actually, the Center serves serves as coordinator of the Center. changed a lot. It's about material of color," said Buxenbaum. "This ly teaching two classes, "Painting
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Reporter LETTERS TO THE EDITOR being wealthy is having a negative For the children, there is the Hip- remember when I was growing effect on our youth. It's one of the KidHop series by Scholastic. The • Pandora's Box reserves the right up and my elementary [school] reasons our youth are selling drugs first two titles in the series are And Iteacher asked the class one day to each other and killing each oth- the Winner is... and Think Again by to reject any letters to the editor. who our role models were. Many er over petty cash. They are trying rappers LL Cool J and Doug E. of the students said Malcolm X, to get the fast money so they can Fresh. Martin Luther King, Jr., or even get just a piece of what the celebri- Lyon Johnson, a junior in high • Letters must be concise and coher- their parents. ties have. school, said, "I would never buy a There use to be a time when We need to get our children out hip-hop book but maybe if some- ent. young people revered authors, of this fantasy world and bring one gave it to me I'll glance at it." poets, educators, and political lead- them back to reality. We need to So it looks like we're going to ers. But it seems today, the reign- show them that the world is more have to do more than write a cou- ing role models are celebrities. than fast money, cars, and jewelry. ple of hip-hop books to get kids • No letters will be accepted if they You see them everywhere - in Some say that task is possible but interested. are malicious in intent television commercials and on bill- not likely. It's a shame this generation is board ads. From Beyonce sipping But [York] student, Cynthia quicker to buy a CD than a book. a Pepsi to Shaq munching a Nestle Muenos still holds out hope. If you asked a kid today the titles Crunch bar, we are constantly bom- "I think it's possible because our of this week's New York Times best- • Letters should be submitted in barded with images of entertainers generation was better before with sellers they wouldn't have clue. But and athletes. As a result, many less celebrities. So I think if it ask what the number one song on advance of deadline. youth care more about the stars than changed to the negative it could Billboard is and that's a no brain- about historical leaders, intellectu- change to the positive," she opined. er. als and writers. One way to bring our kids back Our children need to know more • Letters will be checked for gram- Why do young people admire to reality is to get them to read and about our real leaders of the world celebrities so much? to expose them to cultural experi- - such as Huey P. Newton, Mar- mar, legality and appropriateness. "It's the glamour that they look ences other then hip-hop and cus Garvey, Bob Marley, and up to and that's what's attracting movies. But getting the "Hip-Hop Ernesto "Che" Guevara, because them," said Ash, a York College Generation" interested in a book is the so -called heroes they are idol- senior. "But they shouldn't pick up a difficult task. izing today don't give a darn about • Early submittance will increase the bad habits from them. They The National Center for Educa- them. All they care about is mak- should take out the good things and tional Statistics gave the Depart- ing that money. chances of publication. learn from them." ment of Education a grade "F" in Our youth spend the last of their So many Americans are caught reading for its 2002 grade report. money on their favorite artists' up in this capitalistic society that Last year over half of New York albums and their favorite athletes' • Once letters are submitted, they it's become a trend. It's 'in style' to City high school students read sneakers, but these same celebrities be materialistic and it's to the point below basic reading level. So won't give so much as a handshake become the sole property of Pando- where many Americans feel there there's no doubt that there is a read- if they are approached on the street. is a constant need to falsely portray ing crisis within our younger gen- Artists like Bob Marley, Langston ra's Box. an image of wealth. You see it all eration and this crisis needs to be Hughes, and Ralph Ellison had a the time. You see people with addressed ASAP. cause and they used their artistic expensive cars still living with their According to Muenos, reading talents to get their message across. parents, and 12-year-old kids with needs to start in the home. Kids need to start admiring those • Letters regarding school issues sneakers that cost over $180. But "In my cultural diversity class we with a purpose and not those with take precedence over all others. how can they help it when wealthy were discussing how children don't a gimmick. people are glorified on television get much information about differ- The younger generation needs to everyday? ent cultures. So if it's not done at understand that wealth is not what "The wealthier you are the better school, they should get some atten- you own but what you were born If any student, faculty or statf mem- you are," seems to be the message tion at home about that," she said. with — the most important being being pushed on to the youth Late last year, there was a big family, health, friends, and God. It's ber wishes to place a letter in this whether they like it or not. Every- boom in hip-hop books targeted fine to want material objects but just publication, they must adhere to day, on television they see rappers toward kids and young adults. For know that material objects don't in their Bentleys rocking platinum the young adults there are books define the person that you are. these guidelines. chains in videos. On MTV, musi- such as, Yes, Yes Ya 'II and Back in Don't let your wants become your cians and athletes are showing off the Day. needs; don't become obsessed with their five bedroom, six-bathroom Yes, Yes, Ya 'II is a historical look material things. Material objects residences with an even bigger pool at the first decade of hip-hop while don't make you a better person. Pandora's Box Join An Award-Winning Publication Welcomes letters from all students, faculty and staff. Letters will be evaluated strictly on their merit. Pandora's Box welcomes new staff. Submit Letters To: Become a trained reporter, photographer, Pandora's Box Room 1G06gorcall ad-sales or graphic design person. (718)262-2529 Come to 1G06G or call (718) 262-2529. 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But unlike enough, and he must always be Over the years, Jean has hosted It has been a natural progression other students, he feels the pres- punctual and consistently hand Reporter many of the events his voice has from one "gig" to another. sure to fulfill the expectations of homework in on time. any York College stu- helped promote. He's been to high- Jean's big break came years lat- those who recognize him, even "I'm not on the stage or in the dents not of Haitian profile events in various parts of er when he co-founded Radio when they are his classmates. spotlight when I'm in class," said Mdescent may be surprised the United States, Montreal and Superstars, which quickly became "In French class I felt as if I was Jean. "When I enter the classroom, to know a celebrity is studying Haiti. He is the co-founder of the the hottest radio station in Haiti. always expected to say the right I'm a student, just like they are - right along with them. Haitian Music and Entertainment He went on to become the news thing, give the right answer," with a book bag on my shoulder He sits with the rest of the class, Awards, based in Miami. anchor for Radio Antilles Interna- recalled Jean, who added this often and the desire to learn." raising his hand and turning in This past summer he visited his tionale, a pan-Caribbean radio sta- results in the reluctance to raise his He recalled the time he met three assignments. Few are aware that homeland and thrilled his original tion. Upon his arrival in the U.S., hand unless he is sure he has the Haitian students in his English 200 Roselin Jean's two decades in the fans with an appearance on stage. he became a reporter, DJ, and lat- right answer. class who expressed surprised, that entertainment and media indus- "My name gets around by word er program director for Long "In the classroom I'm here to he was in the same class as they tries serving the Haitian commu- of mouth," Jean explained. In fact, Island-based Radio Tropicale. learn and [I] am entitled to make were. Jean said that the ensuing nity, have made him a phenome- he gets enough business by word And wherever in the world there mistakes, to give the wrong pressure pushed him to get higher non in the French/Creole-speak- of mouth to live comfortably with- are Haitians, if Jean shows up, he answer," he said. "But there's a grades in the class because he felt ing world. out ever displaying an ad or hand- is welcomed with open arms. In pressure to be right all the time." he was under their scrutiny. But he admits that his celebrity can ing out even one business card. his own neighborhood of Cambria His French professor, Lucienne In addition to other artistic ven- at times work against him, pressur- The love affair between Jean and Heights, as he patronizes local Serrano described Jean as a "very tures, Jean hosts "Le Gala Domini- ing him to work harder than those the microphone is one that goes Haitian-owned businesses, those attentive student. He has a beauti- cal," a variety show every Sunday who look up to him on campus. back to his childhood in his native who recognize him give him the ful and sophisticated speaking from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Club Nou- A U.S. resident for 12 years, Jean Port-au Prince where radio was the star treatment, praising his talent voice," she said. She also noticed veau Manoir in Queens Village. is never at a loss for work. He's main source of entertainment and or his most recent emcee appear- a bit of Jean's anxiety in the class- He concedes that the schedule of hired to provide voice-overs for news. ance. room. a nightclub emcee is demanding, nearly every radio commercial "I was always fascinated by the But celebrity is proving to be a "He is very careful in his work— especially for one who must be marketed toward the Haitian com- radio," said Jean recalling that his double-edged sword, especially perhaps too careful," said Profes- prepared for a Monday morning munity in every market. His voice- first radio experience was provid- when one is just trying to learn sor Serrano. "I feel he is sometimes class. overs can be heard in Creole and ing voice-overs. along with other students in a afraid to make mistakes." However, he alludes to an impec- French-language commercials on "I wasn't nervous at all the first classroom. According to Jean, having fans cable academic performance radios throughout Miami, Boston, time I spoke into the microphone A York student for three semes- for classmates makes him feel that despite the added pressure of a Atlanta, California, Canada, and because it just felt natural for me ters now, the celebrity/student is just earning average grades isn't high profile career. McNair Scholar Looks Forward To Future Of Scholarship By Karlene Hamilton also a serious poet and a captivat- and teach high school until she is because myth helps people define al presentations at the college on the ing public speaker," he said. ready for graduate school. She is who they are. If we allow people to Uncle Remos Tales are a tribute to News Editor Singleton is now glad she took her also considering the option of writ- say our myth is childlike, we won't her commitment to and conviction professor's advice. ing and research in the interim, as think that it is valuable. Cultures about her thesis. Her individual ork College honor student, "My ancestors would roll in their this is her passion. create an identity for themselves by study courses have resulted in Stephanie Singleton recent- graves if they knew I had the oppor- The motivated serf-starter is also creating myths." papers that are deserving of devel- Yly addressed students of the tunity to get an education free and a published poet. And her dogged determination has opment on a graduate level of study Medieval English class. She was turned it down, said Singleton."I felt In 2000 Singleton serf-published, not gone unnoticed. and publication as well," said animated and passionate as she an ancestral obligation and that is On the Edge of Suicide Refusing to Dr. Helen Andretta, Singleton's Andretta. spoke about Folklore and Mythol- why I am doing the program." Jump, a book of poetry she had mentor in the English Department, Stephanie hopes that others will ogy. Her main focus was on Brer The McNair Program offers stu- written over time. She also wants shares McGee's view of their stu- be inspired by what she is doing. Rabbit. She offered valuable insight dents the opportunity to do gradu- to publish her thesis and other mate- dent's commitment and abilities. "We all have something to say," on how the tale of Brer Rabbit that ate work with full tuition assistance rial that will focus on "folklore for "It has been a pleasure to work said Singleton. "If you have some- slaves told is not just a myth, but a through different fellowships. people of color." She plans to pub- with Stephanie, whose research thing you have always been inter- story with a moral. In order to get into the program, lish novels in the future as well. endeavors since Spring 2002 in the ested in, pursue it. I never thought Singleton is a graduating senior one has to maintain a GPA of at Singleton hopes to get into the McNair Scholars Program have I would be really doing this. Maybe and a McNair Scholar. She main- least 3.0 and produce an annual University of Pennsylvania and pur- enriched my own understanding of it is not research but whatever it is tains a GPA of 4.0. She became a paper that is submitted during the sue her doctorate in Folklore there. ancient mythology and Southern pursue it with all you've got," she McNair scholar after Dr. McGee, summertime. Singleton admits that She explains that she wants people folklore," said Andretta. "Her annu- advises. professor of English, suggested that it is extra work but it is work that to know that "cultural diversity is she join the program. Singleton she enjoys. She explained that it has not about eating a dish from anoth- admits that she was reluctant to join not been difficult for her to main- er culture, but understanding peo- at first because she just wanted to tain her 4.0 GPA because she is pur- ple and the myths of their culture. "get a degree and get out of here." suing a major that she loves. She plans to hold an exhibition in Tree or Low Cost "Professor McGee kept saying "If I had been in a major, because the near future on Brer Rabbit and 'think about it,' she explained, "and that major would bring me some how it serves as an epic. She wants so I decided to sign up for the pro- money or someone else wanted me the exhibition to include paintings, Mammogram gram." to do it, I don't think I would do so artifacts from that period when "Stephanie is one of York's most well," she explained. slaves told the story of Brer Rabbit. ancftPap Smear impressive scholars," said Dr. Singleton has done many presen- She also wants to include slave McGee. "She is not only a pas- tations on Folklore and Mythology songs and give lectures so that peo- sionate, intelligent scholar; she is on campus, including her presenta- ple won't just think exhibits are nice S Me You Cn*E$i40 "Years OUfi tion at the senior tea and at the Eng- but that they will really learn. lish Open House. "Archeologists would not go dig- S Wave 9io Jieaith Insurance ? "Stephanie is one of She said her reason for speaking ging for a city named Troy if it were at the English Open House was to not for the myth of the Trojan War," S Or^la^e Low Wages ? York's most impressive let students know that it is impor- said Singleton."They wondered if scholars. She is not tant to focus on a major that they there was really a person called are interested in, and not to choose Achilles, and so they got to work If so, you may qualify for a only a passionate, a major because they want to make and found that Troy really existed." intelligent scholar; she a lot of money. Singleton wants to clear up the orLOW-COsi "If that is the reason for pursu- misconception that African Amer- is also a serious poet ing a major, when the going gets ican mythology is childish. Mammogram. and (Pap Smear and captivating tough you won't be able to stick "When it pertains to other cultures with your chosen field of study or it is deemed important, but if it is public speaker." work, "Singleton advised. ours it is not taken seriously," she - Dr. McGee, professor The graduating senior plans to go groused. "Instead they say our folk- d£L (718) 263-2225 York Department of to graduate school when she has lore should be for children. I want completed her studies at York. to clarify and give credence to our PROFILE 'Natural Born Leader9 Ponders The Future Of His Cardinals By Mark Maharaj from former coach and friend Cunningham, now in his early Richard Packard back in 2000, "I enjoy coaching, because when you can't play any- 40s, was born in Jamaica where he Reporter while Packard now coaches tennis more, you want to stay in the game." learned to play soccer like many s another season of York (at York). other children in the region. At 18 Cardinals soccer came to He considers himself to be a nat- - Linval Cunningham, head coach he left Jamaica to join the rest of his Aan end, head coach Linval ural born leader who played on his York Cardinals soccer team family in the United States. Cunningham was pondering the high school team back in the He credits the skills he gained on future of his team. Caribbean and played in an under- and off the field with making him "There is no looking back," Cun- 19 league team here in the United are born to be role models." sion to leave Andrew Jackson to the man he is today. He believes ningham observed."You have to States, called Black Unity. The 'role model' began his coach- pursue that goal. "team comes before individual" but look toward the future," he said of The team, according to Cunning- ing career at the school then known "I enjoy coaching, because when ultimately it's up to them to make the Cardinals, having just finished ham, comprised of a lot of people as Andrew Jackson High in the ear- you can't play anymore, you want the plays and the right decisions on with an overall record of 5(w)-7(l)- from the West Indies. He was the ly 1990s (now known as Campus to stay in the game," he explained. and off the field. 3(t). captain of Black Unity at one point Magnet High School). He was the "And the transition was easy "Put your school work first," he At 5' 7" tall, Cunningham, now it is where, he says, he first gained assistant coach for two years at because I ended up having three or philosophized. "If a player has a in his third year as head coach of his experience as a leader. Jackson and eventually became the four players from Andrew Jackson game the same day as a class I tell the Cardinals, weighs 170 pounds "I think coaching was a natural head coach of "The Bulldogs" and attend York and play for the Cardi- them 'go to class and get your.edu- and cuts an impressive figure with progression. It has a lot to do with coached them for 5 years. nals. But the toughest part of coach- cation. 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Fri. 2/6/04 Millrose Games Madison Square Garden5:00 p.m. Wed. 1/28/04 City Tech Home 6:00 p.m. Sat. 2/7/04 Colgate Finals Madison Square Gardeni 1:00 a.m. Wed. 2/4/04 CSI (TV) Home 6:00 p.m. Sun. 2/8/04 CTC's 168th street Armory TBA Sat. 2/7/04 Brooklyn Away 12:30 p.m. Fri. 2/20/04 MAC/last chance 168th street Armory TBA Wed. 2/11/04 Medgar Evers Away 5:30 p.m. Sun. 3/1/04 CUNY Championships 168th street Armory 6:00 p.m. Fri. 2/13/04 Hunter Away 7:30 p.m. 3/6-3/7 E.C.A.C. Tufts University 4:00 p.m. Tues. 2/17/04 New Rochelle Away 8:00 p.m. 3/13-3/14 NCAA Division III Champs. TBA TBA Sun. 2/22/04 Quarterfinals York Noon Wed. 2/25/04 Semifinals York 5:30/7:30 Fri. 2/27/04 Finals York 5:30 York College Men's Basketball Athletic Schedule 2003-2004 York College Men's Volleyball Athletic Schedule 2003-2004 DATE OPPONENT SITE TIME Wed. 1/21/04 Baruch Rome 8:00 p.m. DATE OPPONENT SITE TIME Sat. 1/24/04 Lehman Home 3:00 p.m. Mon. 1/26/04 Mt. St. Vincent Away 7:00 p.m. Mon. 1/26/03 Richard Stockton Away 3:00 p.m. Tue. 1/27/03 NewPaltz Home 7:00 p.m. Wed. 1/28/04 NYCCT Home 8:00 p.m. Sat. 1/31/04 Villa Julie City College Noon Sat. 1/31/04 Mt. St. Vincent Home 2:00 p.m. Tue. 2/10/04 Baruch Home 7:00 p.m. Mon. 2/2/04 Kings Point Away 7:00 p.m. Wed. 2/11/04 Ramapo Away 8:00 p.m. Wed. 2/4/04 CSI (TV) Home 8:00 p.m. Sat. 2/14/04 Medgar Evers Lehman 9:00 a.m. Sat. 2/7/04 Brooklyn Away 3:00 p.m. (we are home team) Wed. 2/11/04 Medgar Evers Away 7:30 p.m. Sat. 2/14/04 Brooklyn Lehman 1:00 p.m. Fri. 2/13/04 Hunter Away 5:30 p.m. Tue. 2/17/04 Lehman Home 7:00 p.m. Sat. 2/21/04 Quarter finalsYork Noon Thur. 2/19/04 City College Home 7:00 p.m. Wed. 2/24/04 Semifinals York 5:30 p.m./7:30 p.m Sat. 2/21/04 Steven Tech Away TBA Fri. 2/27/04 Finals York 7:45p.m. Mon. 2/23/04 City Tech Home 7:00 p.m. Thur. 2/26/04 Polytech Away 7:00 p.m. (our home game) 2003-2004 CUNYAC Championships Sat. 2/28/04 Baruch • Baruch 9:00 a.m. Sat. 2/28/04 Hunter Baruch 11:00 a.m. Postseason Championships Tue. 3/2/04 Medgar Evers away 7 p.m. Thur. 3/4/04 Brooklyn home 7p.m. ROUND DATE SITE & TIMES Fri. 3/5/04 Mt. Ida College away 5:30 p.m. Fri. 3/5/04 Newbury College away 7 p.m. Men's Fri. 3/5/04 La Salle Away TBA Basketball Sat. 3/6/04 Elms Away TBA Mon. 3/8/04 SUNY Purchase Home 7:00 p.m. Quaterfinals Feb.21st@ YorK 12p.m. start ECAC:TBA Tue. 3/9/04 Lehman away 7 p.m. Semifinals Feb. 24th @ York 5:30/7:30 p.m. NCAA First Round: Mar. 4 Thur. 3/11/04 Yeshiva home 7 p.m. Final Feb. 27th @ York 7:45p.m. NCAA Second Round: Mar. 6 Sat. 3/13/04 City College Hunter 11:00 a.m. NCAA Sectionals: Mar. 12-13 Sat. 3/13/04 City Tech Hunter 1:00 p.m. Tue. 3/16/04 Hunter Home 7:00 p.m. Women's Basketball Quarterfinals Feb. 22nd @ York 12 p.m. start ECAC: TBA Semifinals F eb. 25th @ York 5:30 / 7:30 p.m. NYSWCAA: March 5-6 Final Feb. 27th @ York 5:30 p.m. NCAA 1st / 2nd: Mar. 3 / 6 NCAA Sectionals: Mar. 12-13 Cheerleading ==\ \ Finals Feb. 26th @ York 7:00 p.m. Exhib: February 27th @ York \ k \ s / Men's — Volleyball Quarterfinals March 23rd @ Hunter 5 p.m. / 6:30 p.m. NECVA: April 2-4 @ TBA Semis & finals March 25th @ Hunter5 p.m./6:30 p.m. Molten Dili: Apill 16- 17® TBA York College Men and Women's Swim Meet NCAA Open: TBA Mens & women's Schedule 2003-04 Outdoor Track & Field May 9th @ York College 9:00 a.m. ECA C: TBA Tue. 1/20/04 Lehman@York Men & Women 7 p.m. Jamaica, NY NCAA: May 27 - 29th Sat. 2/7/04 CUNY Swim Championship Men & Women @ Lehman 10 a.m. Bus leaves @ 7:45a.m. SHARP! CUNYAC Tournament Champions teams earn automatic bid to the NCAA Championship in sports underlined. Note: In Track & Field and Cross Country athletes qualify individually. Bold denotes home meet All Softball & Baseball CUNYAC Championship raindates are the next day. All Schedules Subject to Change All Schedules Subject to Change • York College Spring Sports Schedules WHERE T/fUlE CM/RB/l/MA/LfS SAME III 2004 FILE PHOTOS • PANDORA'S BOX • PROFILE: SOCCER HEAD COACH UNVAL CUNNINGHAM Story on Page 14