www.morehouse.edu/themaroontiger Vol. LXXXII, Issue 22 THE MARRON TIGER Morehouse College . Atlanta, GA April 9- 15, 2008 The Organ of Student Expression Since 1925 Shakespeare's'A 40th Anniversary Commemorative Convocation: The Environmental Midsummer Night's Dream Reborn Dream': Same A Historic Moment for Morehouse College Anthony Harris Script, Different Cast Opinions Editor anthonydeanharris@gmail. com Jamal Hansberry Arts, Etc Associate Editor ver a weekend associated with the [email protected] loss of a man who had a dream for Ohumanity, a similar group started a new assionate lovers and enchanting fairies dream. made for nights of fine entertainment Van Jones, an African-American Pthis past weekend as the Spelman environmentalist and founder of the College Department of Drama and Dance Green for All organization spearheaded presented Shakespeare's A Midsummer the Dream Reborn Conference in Night's Dream at their Rockefeller, Jr.'s Fine Memphis over the April 4 weekend. Arts Theater. The conference occurred the same time Director Chalethia Williams produced Memphis recognized the 40th anniversary what was a modern rendition of the of the assassination of Nobel Peace Prize Renaissance curtain-raiser, with a cast of recipient Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. '48 at SpelHouse's most talented thespians. the Lorraine Motel. The story of lovebirds Hermia and A group of over 90 students from Lysander who steal away into a forest in various Atlanta colleges and universities hopes of marrying despite Athenian rule made the six hour bus ride to Memphis to and are thusly tormented by the spells of take part in the conference and to join in a sinister fairy, was impeccably recounted the various festivities Memphis threw in by the stellar troop. They managed to commemoration of King's historic death truly capture the essence of Shakespeare and inspiring life. with their tongues—which seemed to be Jones has been dedicated to the new effortlessly versed in 16th century speak— notion of environmental racism—the while also infusing a tastefully unique flare spreading of environmental values and that wooed audiences. activism to the communities of people of The cast showed a remarkable level of color. finesse and chemistry that made evident "Are we going to create a green the countless hours they devoted to economy that's whites only?" Jones asked rehearsal. Maria Goldsmith, assistant to the crowd at the conference's opening the director said, "It was truly an amazing plenary. Jones has fought for years to experience to share the past month with Image: Jacques E. Pape ensure a new economy is formed at all such talented and professional individuals. Dean Lawrence Edward Carter Sr. rings a ceremonial bell during last week's Crown Forum. The next day, a special convocation was held to levels based on "green" jobs. Their dedication and passion for the commemorate the 40th anniversary of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination. Green jobs are jobs that are theater truly shows that they were all born environmentally friendly, usually in to do great things—it was a pleasure." Amos, Humanitarian Service; Bill Duffy, further stated that too many black men nonpolluting industries. These are Kody J. Melancon And pleasure it was, indeed. Job well Associate News Editor Sports Management; Philip Emeagwali, are sitting passively allowing things to opposed to "green-collared jobs," jobs done! kjmelanc@hotmail. com ScienceandTechnology;William R. Martin, happen. that require few skill sets in new aspects Law; Raymond J. McGuire, Investment "The whole world is waiting for you to of the environmental sphere focused on Tigers Pick Up Two orty years ago on April 4th, Dr. Martin Banking; R. Donahue Peebles, Real Estate stand up," Adams said. community building and upward mobility. Luther King Jr. '48 was assassinated at Development; Charles B. Rangel, Politics; The members in the audience rose Green-collared jobs include refitting cars Fapproximately6:01 pm. FortyyearsafteronMichael V. Roberts, Entrepreneurship; Blair to their feet as he closed his speech by to run on alternative fuels and installing More Wins and April 4th 2008, his alma mater Morehouse Underwood, Entertainment; and Keith challenging the notion that there was no solar panels to houses. College celebrated his life by inducting Wyche, Corporate Leadership. civilization within the black race before Jones's ideas are largely based on the Two More Losses 10 men into the newly established Martin To add to this extraordinary occasion, the colonial period. Adams told the crowd ideas conceived by Clark Atlanta University Luther King Jr. International Board of the Reverend Dr. Charles Gilchrist Adams that there was religion, art and law in professor Robert Bullard who is considered Frank Lee Jr. Renaissance Leaders. addressed the crowd with his well-known Egypt long before Europe. He pointed out the father of "environmental justice." Contributing Writer frankielemcee@yahoo com The Martin Luther King Jr. International speech "Where Are the Men?" For some, to the audience that for every prominent Bullard Insists on the accountability of Board of Renaissance Leaders was created this was not the first or second time that and heroic white figure known in world corporations and the government to to recognize and honor those who embody they heard the speech but its message history there was a black prominent and prevent polluting in communities of he Morehouse College Maroon Tigers the ideal of creative maladjustment rang as loud and clear as the first time. heroic figure who corresponded. people of color, such as building coal- baseball team is coming off two losses that Dr. King often lectured about In his keynote address, Adams called "Show me Joan of Arc and I will show based power plants in predominantly Black Tto Claflin University after two convincingduring his crusade for peace. The ten for black men to come out of hiding and you Harriet Tubman," Adams said. "Show neighborhoods. He also'stresses ensuring wins against Clark Atlanta University. The distinguished men were as follow: Kent become visible, viable and victorious. He "History for Morehouse College"contin. on page 2k environmental issues are important to his team's current record is 18-17 with three people. remaining teams to play before the SIAC Bullard recognizes many people of Tournament. color are ranked at a lower socioeconomic Morehouse faced conference rival Clark status and recognizes the challenge Atlanta University in a doubleheader on "King" Premieres in King Chapel in conveying his message, but he April 2 and defeated the Panthers handily in also recognizes the values inherent in both contests, 15-4 and 17-7. The Maroon environmental policies. Tigers produced an abundance of hits double major. "It really encouraged me to the masses of people living in poverty. "It costs to eat healthy, but it costs during the two contests and played well Kevin Mallory Staff Writer make sure I'm in front of the TV to see it in The three main goals of my father were to more in the hospitals," Bullard said during In every aspect of the game. Head coach Contact kmall89@yahoo com its entirety." eradicate racism, poverty and militarism. the event. "We need marathon runners Robert Mitchell said the team couldn't do Tom Brokaw, who also hosted and With race, we have made some significant who will be in this for the long haul... anything wrong during the two wins and his past Thursday at King Chapel, conducted interviewsonthedocumentary, strides, but in terms of poverty and that's why we need young people who pitcher Anthony Cousins said Clark Atlanta "King," the documentary highlighting expressed his appreciation of Dr. King. militarism, we have gone backwards," King will come to this and take this over." was inferior and Morehouse had a good Tthe life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., was"There were some reinforced feelings III said. "There are 36 million Americans Hence the grounding for the Dream all-around effort. previewed for students and guests. The about Dr. King. He is a larger figure for in poverty, 12 million of them being Reborn conference: focus toward "I don't consider Clark to be event was hosted by the History Channel me now than then; he will live forever in children; we need to restructure the spreading environmental ideas to young, competition," Cousins said. "These were and Comcast. In attendance were the history of this country. To me, he is a system of money and put it into poverty. multiracial people so they may spread two wins we really needed and the team prominent names such as Tom Brokaw of founding father of this country in the 20th "The systems of education, housing and these messages to their respective displayed a good all around team effort. NBC News, Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin century," Brokaw said. healthcare need to be revamped and we communities. We hit the ball very well and had great and Juanita Abernathy, wife of Ralph D. Many people in attendance raised their need to ensure that justice insists. Yet, While some students found the pitching." Albernathy. Family members of the late personal concerns about whether this it is very exciting that young people are enthusiasm of the various speakers Next, Morehouse hosted Claflin Martin Luther King Jr. including the late generation could continue or accomplish engaged in affairs." resounding, some students also found it University in a doubleheader on April reverend's sister Christine King Farris and the dream of King. Reginald McKinley "I am saddened by the fact that we are difficult to digest the continuous, three 6. Claflin defeated Morehouse in both his children Martin Luther King III, Bernice suggested that there is a realistic optimism, not taking care of the people in America. hour lectures. As time wore on, a few of the contests, 6-5 and 13-4. Claflin overcame a King, and Andrea King were also present. and Martin Luther King III agreed. "While We are spending billions of dollars in students who traveled from various Atlanta 4-2Tigers'lead to attain a victory in the first Guests were able to see a thirty minute we have come a long way, we have not Iraq and Afghanistan, but Americans are schools including Morehouse, Spelman, game. Hank McCladdie pitched well in the excerpt of the two hour documentary gone as far as we need to," explained King struggling. We preach peace and practice Clark Atlanta, Agnes Scott, Georgia State loss and Jason Mills hit a pitch-hit home followed by a panel discussion on the III, "but there has been a consciousness war, an inconsistent message; we are and Emory were focused on escaping the run. Cousins said the team played terribly legacy of Dr. King involving Tom Brokaw, aroused on campuses across America; focused on death and destruction and not room or getting comfortable to sleep in in the second game and Mitchell was Martin Luther King III, Reginald McKinley, there seems to be a movement." the preservation of life," he added. the endless rows of the steamboat room disappointed in the team's performance a senior triple major at Morehouse College Another important question that But the question has to be asked: of the Memphis Cook Convention Center. as well. and Murlal Archibald, president elect at was raised was the question of how, 40 can today's generation complete the Various panelists had energy and Mitchell and Cousins believe the team Spelman College. The discussion was years later, would King feel about today's mission of Dr. King? "I am optimistic that vibrancy about their own issues. must improve upon their weaknesses to moderated by Dr. Steve Guillen of the America? "Martin Luther King Jr. would our generation can continue his legacy Darrly Malek-Wiley of the Holy Cross achieve success in the upcoming SIAC History Channel. be pleased that there are individuals and safeguard it to the next generation, Neighborhood Association of NewOrleans Tournament. "It was very provocative," said Willie in corporate America who are African- that they could add their flare to it. The spoke with pain and exasperation of the "2 Wins 2 Looses" contin. on page 8k Francois, junior religion and history American but would be disappointed in "Premiere in King Chapel" contin. on page 2 k "The Dream Reborn"contin. on page 2k

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◄ Food prices rose nearly 5 percent in 2007, causing the worst case of food inflation in Economic Downturn nearly 20 years. World Bank President Robert Zoellick recently warned that rising food prices are not a temporary phenomenon but likely to lacklCollege IRE C ONTRIBUTORS persist for several years. hew ire (i ho! mail com ◄ Deep discount carrier Skybus Airlines s the country's sagging economy shut down this month and it plans to file for dominates the headlines, college Astudents are being hit in their wallets along bankruptcy protection this week. It has become with other members of society. Students the latest airline to fall because of rising fuel say they are struggling with higher tuition, costs and a slowing economy. gas and food prices and worry that they will be unable to repay student loans after ◄ The Energy Department's Energy Information graduation. Administration has estimated that the national With Federal Reserve Board Chairman Ben Bernanke admitting April 2 that average price of gas will peak this June at a recession is "possible," while many approximately $3.60 per gallon. economists have declared that it has already arrived, many students are looking ◄ SomemembersoftheFederal Reserveexpect ahead with dread. the nation's gross domestic product (GDP) to Dante Williams, a senior at Miles College shrink in the first half of this year which is the in Alabama, is considering a change of clearest signal yet from the central bank that its plans. He has financed his education largely through student loans. "I've been members think the economy could be close to thinking about joining the military - that's I mages: http://www.floridahomeloan.com entering a recession—if it hasn't already. still an option -- so that I can get my loans ◄ The United States economy's gross domestic paid off." As the country's sagging economy dominates the headlines, college students are being hit in Williams said money is tight. "I'm a their wallets along with other members of society. Students say they are struggling with higher product (GDP) was estimated as $13.8 trillion full-time student, I have an internship, I'm tuition, gas and food prices and worry that they will be unable to repay student loans after in 2007. graduation. taking 18 hours ... it's hard to put gas in the car... tuition and room and board have ◄ On April 9, 2008, Democrats in the House of gone up. It affects me negatively." to the store." Unlike some of the other students who William Champy Jr., a 58-year-old Smith, a junior nursing major, said have cut down on credit card use, Secret Representatives held hearings on Iraq in effort ^ graduate student at South Carolina State she and her friends are attempting to Spencer, a sophomore at S.C. State, admits to address what they think is a key political University, said higher prices have had a economize. "We all try to clique together she is using her credit cards more. point: the expense of the Iraq war is making it "very important, but depressing" impact if we are going in the same direction. It "The option to pay at a later date gives harder for the American economy to rebound. on him. will be like eight of us getting out of a five- me more freedom to pay for other things "I find myself running short of money passenger vehicle but, hey, it's a way to with cash," said Spencer, 20. SOURCES: The Associated Press, Bureau of each month," the retired faculty member save gas!" She said that not only is she cautious Economic Analysis, McClatchy-Tribune News and public school teacher adds, noting Denna Harrison, a senior at S.C. State, about how much she eats, but her family Service, CNNMoney.com, U.S. Department of that the economy may bring his education said the declining state of the economy is also becoming more cautious of how Agriculture and MotorTrend magazine. to a halt. "I am currently not receiving has affected her life in a "major" way. much they consume. financial aid - I'm afraid I won't complete "If anything, the rise in gas prices has "They are definitely eating less and school." had a major impact on me," said Harrison, walking more, which may not be a bad Tashana Francis, a South Carolina State who drives an SUV. thing." senior, is concerned about her ability to Harrison, an elementary education Not everyone is feeling the pinch. repay student loans and said she's been major, added that she is concerned about Morehouse freshman James Rawls said spending less. repaying student loans after she graduates the economy hasn't affected him, in part, "The interest rate seems to be going and begins teaching. She also said she because he has developed good spending REVIEW: Powerful up but salary does not seem to be," said has family members who are affected by habits, including not owning a credit card. Francis, 22. inflation and unemployment. "When you have a credit card you tend Down in New Orleans, where residents "I hope the next president will focus to spend money that you don't have Documentary Examines are still recovering from Hurricane Katrina, a great deal on how bad our economy is and cannot pay back" Rawls said doesn't Harold Mitchell, 21, a Dillard University suffering because it's getting a lot worse," plan to obtain a credit card until after he senior, is also worried about the future. Harrison said. graduates. "I'm concerned about the ability to Like Mitchell, other students are Rawls, a biology/pre-med major, also Race in America repay my student loans," Mitchell said. limiting their use of credit cards. "I have said he isn't worried about the future "With the high interest rates suddenly one credit card and I never use it," said because he plans to become a physician. Bi^ack College rising, I'm not sure if I will be able to pay Wire Contributors Brittni Dones, a senior at Prairie View A&M He points out that "people are always hew ire d hoi mail, com my loans back and still have money to live University. going to need doctors." off of." Dones said she sees her friends And Dervedia Thomas, a sophomore ne of the most unique challenges Mitchell's spending habits have struggling. "I notice my friends having attending S.C. State, said her habits have that Black people in America face is changed."! am using credit cards less now a hard time finding jobs while in school. not changed much. She said even though Ofinding a true sense of ethnic identity that because of the interest rate. The interest Since they don't have a part-time job or food prices are too high, she hasn't made speaks to the double consciousness of rate is too high on credit cards right now, steady revenue coming in, they don't go any adjustments to her life. what makes one African and American. and if I don't have the cash, then I don't places unless it is a necessity." "I still buy what I want,"Thomas said. The process of understanding the need [to buy] it." Clark Atlanta freshman Elizabeth ### social experience of Black people in Another Dillard student, Alaina Smith, Coburn said the unemployment problem Michelle D. Anderson is features editor America has 28 year-old David Wilson on a said gas prices have caused her to change is affecting her on a personal level. "It's of The Maroon Tiger. Dante Mozie is quest to discover the true meaning of the her driving habits. "If I don't have to move really hard to find a job right now I've been editor in chief of the South Carolina State term "African American." my car, I won't. If I can, I definitely try to looking for a while,"she said, adding "there Collegian. Drew Daniels is an editor of the In the film, "Meeting David Wilson," carpool. It's a waste for everyone to drive aren't any jobs to find." Dillard University Courtbouillon. directed by David A. Wilson and Daniel J. Woolsey, Wilson discusses growing up in a ghetto of Newark, N.J., and realizing that he didn't want to

become a product of his environment. Image: http://dsc.discovery.com/ Out of a sincere desire to find something The great-grandfather of filmmaker, David more, he begins to research his family's Wilson, is shown. This ancestor was the last ancestry. person in Wilson's family to be kept as a slave. From his research he finds that not There are several issues of Black identity The Dream Reborn only was he just three generations away that the film addresses, but what really from being a slave, but that the slaves in gives the film its flavor and color is that it's ◄ Continued from front page his family were owned by the prestigious not afraid to ask the bold questions. Wilson family who operated tobacco When David Wilson of New Jersey lack of environmental regulation which distance. There is a way to have tact to change requires that the problems go plantations from North Carolina to meets the 62-year-old entrepreneur David caused so much damage in the wake of address the issues but sugar coating is beyond awareness. The Black community Virginia. However, the most empowering Wilson, he asked him whether or not he Hurricane Katrina and in the process of dangerous," Merritt said. "In order for us must see converting to a green lifestyle as information comes when David Wilson agrees with how his ancestors achieved rebuilding New Orleans in the aftermath. to make the program [relatable] to lower more economically viable and not simply learns of a descendant of the Wilson their legacy and even brings up the issue "Local people can fight for income families, we've had to stress how it seen as a white thing. family—also named David Wilson—and of reparations. environmental justice with knowledge is relatable [and] we have to tie it to issues Senior and S.E.E.E.D coordinator Tony decides to meet him as part of his journey While some moments seemed tense, and organization," Malek-Wiley said to that are important." Anderson, along with junior Julius Pryor toward self discovery. the film ultimately was about receiving the crowd as he spoke on community As S.E.E.E.D's Mobilizations and Events IV said the issues must be real and that "Meeting David Wilson"isan innovative closure. It provided an empowering and activism. coordinator, Merritt said that he is driven climate work has to be framed in a way film because it gives the viewer a unique perhaps unexpected message. Concerned about various issues by his ability to expose the issues of that is best understood for everyone. perspective on race. It doesn't simply show "Meeting David Wilson" is highly affecting the Black community like obesity, climate change, environmental justice "Jobs, the asthma rates of people who how slavery has in many ways complicated recommended for all African Americans, asthma and hazardous construction, the and a green economy. live close to power plants—you really the black identity in America, but it also but especially for Black youth. Often the conference addressed these issues while "Right now, with how the Black vote have to just make it hit close to home," sheds light on how it has affected white media play a large role in attempting to realizing the rift that environmentalists is sought after, we can raise more issues. Pryor said. Americans as well. shape and define what"black"is, and most must cross when dealing with people of Right now, Blacks are at the table, but we Anderson added "It has to have a start; When David Wilson makes the trip to commonly it’s negative stereotypes, which color. don't have the same plate." there has to be some sort of progress. North Carolina, he goes to the tobacco in turn, affect the psyche of Black youth. Richard Merritt, a senior and Senior and S.E.E.E.D coordinator Every marathon has its first step. But plantation of his ancestors and makes a "Meeting David Wilson" leaves the coordinator for Students Endeavoring Marcus Penny said that because the ultimately, winnable, achievable victories commitment to work a full day. He vividly message that there is a much bigger for Enlightened Environmental Decisions environmental movement is dominated are possible. We can become green! Si, se described the intense physical definition to who we are both as African (S.E.E.E.D.) said that political correctness by white privilege, it is easy for non-whites puede! Yes, we can!" pain of simply working just a few and American, and that ultimately finding has hurt the movement because people to become tokenized. S.E.E.E.D. meets every Thursday at hours in the field whereas for his ancestors a true sense of self begins with healing are afraid to attack the root of the issues. "Conferences like this help us to realize 7p.m. in Wheeler Hall, Rm. 306. It will have that was their daily lives. After having a and reconciliation. The World premiere of "Racial tension exists and when that the true measure of your work is in its "We Got That Green..." week starting firsthand account of what his ancestors "Meeting David Wilson"is April 11 at 9 p.m. there is no space allowed for all to have the results, not the promises," Penny said. April 20. For more details, find the S.E.E.E.D. experienced, Wilson expressed being ETon MSNBC. Following the film, there will dialogue on the issues because they're Yet, many activists said there is still group on Facebook. angry that America and particularly be a live discussion on race moderated by feared as being racist, that creates more work to be done because provoking the Wilsons, who owned his family and Brian Williams. significantly benefited from free labor. ### Recycle The Maroon Tige r The Maroon Tigfr -5- April 9 - 15,2008 Features PHOTO ESSAY: A Week at Morehouse SHOWTIME AT 'DA HOUSE’

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Brandon E. Lawrence , '09 THE MAROON TIGER Editor-in-Chief Looking to the Future The Maroon Tiger is published weekly during the academic year at Morehouse College. Our goal is to maintain an independent editorial policy. Opinions expressed in The Maroon Tiger are solely the I'm not blaming this on Morehouse -for Friendship Baptist Church in San Antonio, views of its staff and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of Morehouse College, its administration, nthony arris A H once-but I'm just talking about the daily TX, but it all helps in how I interpret Rev. or The Maroon Tiger advisors. Commentaries solely represent the views of the author and are not Opinions Editor [email protected] trials of being a man. Dr. Aaron Parker's sermons every Sunday necessarily the opinions of The Maroon Tiger. We believe all advertising to be correct but cannot I spent the last four years trying my at Zion Hill Baptist Church here in Atlanta. guarantee its accuracy or be responsible for its outcome. The Maroon Tiger welcomes your views write this article as I prepare for a trip best not to ask my parents for anything We came here not to become men on any public issue. We routinely edit letters for space and correct errors in spelling and punctua­ to Memphis to commemorate the regarding my general welfare, but I've but to become better men. We did not tion. Letters as well as commentaries must be 800 words or fewer and emailed to anthonydeanhar- Iassassination of famed alumnus, Rev. Dr. had a meal plan everyday. I've had a just become the Men of Morehouse has [email protected] and should include a telephone number. Martin Luther King, Jr. As 20 Questions steady job that ensures I have whiskey in shaped us to be, but Morehouse in the noted last week, it is odd that we are moderation, but it's certainly not a living auspice of life has taught us a great deal commemorating a death, but I get to go wage. I avoid using credit, but I can never about responsibility. Yet while I think to on a weekend trip for twenty bucks so I manage to save money. And while I'm about all I have learned over the years, I'm Racist Nigger-Lovers: don't have much of a problem with it. But honestly better at it than any other time still freaked out about the future. as I pack for this mini-vacation, I can't help in my life, I can never quite get social skills Do I have doubts about what it will but think about the parallels before me. down. be like when I enter the world for real this Clintons Conceal Their Prejudices I've been freaking out lately thinking When we first matriculated into this time? Of course. Did I not plan as much about the future. Graduating seniors have college (because the Oxford English as I should have? More than likely. Do I by Supporting Black Causes 38 days left (yes, the countdown still moves Dictionary defines "matriculate" as "senses have enough knowledge, talent and faith Primary victory to something analogous on) and other than sleep, I bet there are a relating to enrollment," not as some sort in God that I won't end up homeless? George Washington Williams, IV few of us don't quite know what they are of enrichment process), we heard many a Probably. Am I sure - No. Contributing Writer to the Jackson campaign of the 80s, and doing on Day 39. I can bet there are those tale of how Morehouse would make men But is anyone really sure? I'm scared, gwuiv. Ì 0@gmail. com Rep. Ferraro's injection of race into the around here who have their lives set. They of us. While this school may have played frightened by my future. In time, maybe discourse are examples of the Clintons' have internships this summer, big jobs, a part, I can only be thankful that life has this feeling will dissipate. But when anyone hen President Kennedy was tactics of racial fear mongering. and graduate schools after they graduate. taught me so many lessons overall. passes me and is amused by my wonderful assassinated there were cities The most recent racially implicative Even those who don't even have to think I've had good home training, but living parlor trick of counting each hour, minute, Wwhere Americans paraded the streetsaction was the 3 am political ad: a about these sorts of things for years down in Atlanta has shown I have to apply the and second until I graduate, also take note in celebration. Some people waved vulnerable white mother checks on her the line can have some sense of security. lessons my parents have taught me. I of the trembling I feel as I realize how each Confederate flags and declared the peacefully sleeping children, while fearing But when you get right down to it, learned to write in high school, but I second that passes is a moment closer to resurgence of the South. There were that the person who answers the red we're all really lost. When Morehouse tells learned to write better and more succinctly being pushed from the tattered security some that laughed in the faces of emergency telephone at the White House us we are men, they seem to leave out in college. I memorized a lot of Biblical blanket that is Morehouse College. Negros who feared they would relive may be a -black man. The shadows, the the perpetual hardship of being a man. doctrine from Rev. Dr. R. L. Archield back at the Reconstruction period, a veritable background music and the raspy male nadir in African American race relations. over voice anticipate the sudden intrusion Then there were the makeshift signs: a of the black man: but luckily it is the face board was posted above a shop door of Hillary that closes out the ad. telling customers it was closed because Some would venture to assert that The Future of the Senate the nigger-loving President had been these actions committed by the Clinton power, structure, memory, and monetary time is consumed by self-improvement, assassinated. campaign, and at the very least condoned Jermaine L. House Contributing Writer assets held by this body of leaders. Yet and little time is left for the general student I would not dare argue that black by the Clintons, are not racist because they [email protected] few Senators are aware of the depth of welfare. Americansowesomeexpressionsoractions do not express a belief in the inferiority their power, and ultimately the Senate's In the past, the Senate's scrupulous, of gratitude to allies who have stood for of Obama as a presidential candidate as ecently, questions arose regarding the collective power is weakened due to capricious, and sometimes silly behavior equality and justice throughout American a result of his race. Yet, these actions are seeming impotence of the Student unknowing, unaware,fearful and apathetic raised questions about its overall utility. history. However, commendations have racist because they manipulate Americans' RSenate. During the Senate's deliberationmembers. Its complex meetings were reduced to rightly been ritualistically offered to white apprehension regarding Sen. Obama's on the approval of Elections Chairman The Senate as an institution itself is not a tawdry show for students who wanted American leaders by black American otherness, or blackness, into a tool for Michael Nance, President Stanley Onuaha powerless, but its members are sometimes cheap Tuesday night entertainment. But leaders in recognition of those allies that empowering the Clinton campaign. audaciously dictated that you can do paralyzed. this year, thanks to Vice President Ryan knowingly choose to incur the wrath of To give them the benefit of the whatever you want, but Student Services Since its powers are vast, the ability Shepherd, this image hasgenerally eluded bigots. doubt one might defend the Clintons in "supersedes you." He implied that since he to effectively use this power requires the Senate. He has consistently abated any Enter Hillary and Bill Clinton (it used to proposing that their intentions were not held theearof Student Services, specifically significant energy and leadership attempt to retain this image. be Bill then Hillary). The Clintons were so to evoke the prejudices of some white Dean Kevin Rome, his desirers would abilities. To be an effective senator means With this image fading, the new loyal and dedicated to what Tavis Smiley Americans. One should further give the ultimately prevail. Even elder members possessing a confidence in speaking, Senators now have a chance to make real calls, "the black agenda" that Bill was our duo the benefit of the doubt in affirming of the Senate reluctantly acquiesce, while competent writing skills, an independent change. In the three years since the former first black President. The dynasty building their intelligence and their ability to younger members are swiftly learned of mind, and applicable knowledge of the Vice President Ruben Burney enforced couple had so mastered the political art of foresee the racial implications of their this troublesome reality. constitution, general bylaws, election the constitution and transformed the pandering that by the time Sen. Clinton methods, and still yet their desperation But President Onuaha is right. History bylaws, Student Governance Code, and Senate into smaller a more effective body, decided to run for President, Black leaders drove them to do it anyhow. validates his claim. Examples of his claim Roberts Rules of Order. Senators, who lack the Senate has endured a tumultuous ran to her side to be pet and appointed. I remain stalwart in the Clintons' are numerous and readily available. The even one of these attributes, are often fear existence. Three years ago, every piece of The Clintons returned in '08 expecting a commitment to the advancement of Senate's policies have been consistently speaking out. legislation dealt with internal regulations. return on their sacrificial years of advocacy black Americans. This is why it saddens overridden or worse neglected. Speaking, not just in a literal sense but Last year, this lessened and the Senate on behalf of the black community. me to see two people I admired so much Last year's President Marcus Edwards speaking with their vote. Since the Senate witnessed members with truculent egos During the course of this year's become so desperate in their pursuit of was impeached; he happily served the requires voting, members' opinions are who enjoyed flaunting their talented presidential campaign The Clintons power that they would disregard not just remainder of his brief term. Edward's either explicitly or implicitly known. This speaking and lobbying skills. This year all have quieted their advocacy of issues of the sacrifices they made but the people Executive Director appointee Christen is what distinguishes the Senate from any of these idiosyncrasies have lessened, and particular importance to black Americans. they made them on behalf of. Perry was rejected by the Senate, but he other body. It forces Senators to make the new Senators are developing a true To the contrary, the Clintons have gone Sen. Clinton and President Clinton was widely suspected of serving in his decisions that can affect personal friends' passion to help others. to great lengths to highlight their lifetime have taken advantage of their white position. Powerful figures can receive appointments, friends' organizations, and The Senate is learning to not write efforts to combat racial disparities in, but privilege and, along with the likes of Sean money from Student Services despite the friends' future campus aspiration. Most unenforceable laws, but to write innovative not limited to, health and education as Hannity, intensified a racially charged Senate's oppositions, and the laws passed Senators are often caught between a rock legislation. The new Senators have ideas, they lose ground among black voters with nation for their benefit. It only requires are often fatally unenforceable. and hard place. Decisions are often taken to not only appropriate money, but to each passing caucus and primary. one act at one moment for any person This truism starkly contrasts the power personally, and the body can destroy command the respect of Student Services The Clintons anxiety over the potential to be racist, if only for that one moment. inherently given to the Senate through the otherwise cordial relationships. through constant contact and effective loss to Sen. Obama has driven the couple I thank the Clintons, like the Kennedys for constitution. The Senate is the largest and Secondly, the power of the Senate is policies. The future of the Senate is not to desperate tactics that are absolutely bracing the fateful tribulation of a nigger- most consistently assembled deliberative often misinterpreted. Members of the one of impotence—but service. racist. The Clinton campaign's references lover; however, having the track record of body on the campus. On parchment, the Senate often spend time attempting ***Jermaine House is completing his to Sen. Obama's youthful drug use a nigger-lover doesn't make you immune Senate is the most powerful institutional to regulate the Executive Board and second term as a Student Senator. *** and middle name, President Clinton's to being racist. organization. Few organizations have the recomposing its governing laws. Much reduction of Sen. Obama's South Carolina Why Is That Brotha'With That White Girl? Will Interracial Dating Ever Be Cool? Khadijah Robinson when examining marriages between our physical attributes to become more Staff Writer economic and social classes. But most and more similar (through intermarriage krobin 18@spelman. edu modern Americans would think it stupid or through natural evolution). to hinder a marriage because one person What does a "real" white person look ust picture it. You're walking down the is rich and the other poor. Now, why is it like? A "real" black? And a "real" Hispanic? street and you see a black guy who valid to object if one person is white and What about a "real" Asian? Most of us Jseems to be totally immersed in the hip the other black? would say something stupid and generic hop culture - I mean jeans saggin', fitted And what about other heritages? and completely uninformed. Such as cap on, brand new Jordans, the whole About.com reports that, "In a 2003 Ford Asians are yellow with slanted eyes. A nine. Then you look at the girl hanging poll of 1,314 Americans of varied races, 3 Cambodian person looks the same as a off his arm and you're shocked by this in 10 reported they were against black- Japanese person? For all we know, they white girl, one step away from being an white marriage, but were more willing do. For all we know. Abercrombie & Fitch model. Immediately to accept white-Hispanic or white-Asian First, we try to push people into you think, what the —? Why are we so marriages." Black people like to say that categories. Then we try to dictate their jolted when we see this supposedly this is because the Hispanics or Asians lives based on these categories. Shame mismatched couple? weren't slaves or enslavers. But their on Tiger Woods for saying he's not black. In previous centuries, interracial ancestors were treated so badly by the His dad is half black, so he must be black dating and marriage have been outlawed whites that they might as well have been. - right? Or is it because he LOOKS black and despised in many cultures. Almost What about Native Americans? They were that he must claim his blackness? But everywhere, racial separation, no matter dealt the worst hand by the whites but is no one forces Mariah Carey to claim her how superficial, occurs. Image: Focus Features it still more acceptable for them to marry a blackness and her father was completely Upon what reasons are these Although interracial couples like Heidi Klum, left, and Seal are becoming more and more accepted in today's society, interracial dating and relationships still cause conflicts and suffer from judgment. white than for a black person? black, if that's possible. But she doesn't prejudices founded? Two hundred years Racial purists would argue that it is all LOOK black. ago, it would boil down to blatant racism making things unnecessarily hard for the plenty of black friends but they don't think about keeping the races pure, somewhat What the hell is race? It isn't real and racial purism. A black man couldn't couple and their family. Many blacks think their children should marry "them." These reminiscent of Adolf Hitler. But what is scientifically, but if I can be given or denied marry a white woman because racist that marrying a white person is selling out "practical" whites worry about the effects racial purity in America? Scientifically a job because of my"race,"it must be real. Of whites would lynch him. Any child of or being a traitor to your people. They being biracial will have on the children. and aesthetically, it just doesn't exist. course, everyone thinks that job positions mixed heritage had to be grouped with question how anyone can uplift blacks They worry about job security, safety and Studies show that our DNA is more than should be determined regardless of race. blacks to keep the white race "pure." while professing love to a white. Others other bad things because "some people 99 percent the same and our physical But not marriage. Love, compatibility, Lynching now belongs to the past, have almost a reverse racism slant, saying aren't as accepting as we are." These are differences are simply a practical result of goals and aspirations - these supposedly yet interracial marriages still have their that we should never join together with the parents who disown their children for our development in different regions of have nothing to do with marriage. problems. Many people reason that the "oppressor." being so stupid as to marry outside their the world. Now, we are all co-developing It's all about what ethnicity box your interracial marriages add more problems Many whites have qualms with race. in the United States, so isn't it natural for children will check when they take the to those already present in any marriage, interracial marriage as well. 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taken us back through time. The film's Film Review: Leatherheads setting, clothing and colors never break Untitled the constant 1920's dream that Clooney created. Mannerisms and the language of Ryan Brown the film can be burdensome. The score is Contributing Writer rvanbrownhuntertdyahoo.com composed by Randy Newman and covers a gamut of emotions. From a woeful ballad Poem didn't know until after watching sang by soldiers headed to Germany, to "Leatherheads" that it was possible gleeful college rally calls before a game Jane Doe Ito have nostalgia for a time I never Contributing Writer they were powerful. Newman even sccTVjpoei ay&fa&o com experienced. Flappers, Barbershop personally plays one of his songs on screen Quartets and Speak Easies only read and stopping momentarily to smash a about in Al Capone biographies became drunkard's head with a wine bottle. as comfortable and familiar to me as the Former Sports Illustrated writers couch in my living room. I expected to see Duncan Brantley and Rick Reilly wrote the she's sitting on the other side a funny film starring a charismatic George original screenplay for the film. Brantley of what used to be my sanity, Clooney and I got that. What I didn't and Reilly intended the film to be a classic right after the moment expect was a trip back in time that was historical drama. However, it wasn't until before i remembered actually fun. George Clooney, rewrote, directed and what got us in this tub In 1925, collegiate football gained the starred in thefilm that it becamea screwball to begin with. attention of thousands while the National comedy. Staying loyal to the genre, the Football League gained the attention of movie juggled numerous themes: the and i'm distracted by the flicker- about ten. The Duluth Bulldogs, suffering glorification of heroes, the dirty dealings candle light glowing- bankruptcy from low turn out, disbanded of sports agents, the rules of organized illuminating a face that's leaving blue collar Joes, who played for leagues, and more. Occasionally subplots shamefully the fun of the game, to return to their spur with the prowess of a drunken clown. too far a distance high schools, coal mines, and farm fields. Ironically, little time is spent playing from my own. Having no other skills in life, star player football. Football games are the slowest Dodge Conley, played by George Clooney, sections of the film. and as if the unavoidable miles hatches a plan to reunite his team and "Leatherheads" added an interesting of morning didn't provide enough revive the world of professional football. flower in a spring that has been blooming of my tears He enlists the help of a popular cinematic weeds. It brings backan old twist to fill our cruise boat, Medal of Honor holding war hero Carter into a commercial beast. break through the others' pretentious to a new era of film, but most importantly our row boat, "The Bullet" Rutherford played by John The film's biggest strength is that it is disposition in an unforgettable scene keeps modern audiences interested. our hand made raft, Krasinski. Simultaneously, smart talking genuinely funny. The audience constantly where they meet for the first time. The Remember this is not a sports film, it's a on top of that news reporter, Lexie Littleton, played by rooted for the Bulldogs, though they were film's heavy use of slapstick humor is comedy. Slapstick and screwball humor she wants to talk. Renee Zellweger, follows the two using a band of notorious cheaters. Their actions however occasionally taken overboard. never cease to be funny, and Clooney her wit and charm to investigate the truth on the field and in a bar were comically One scene involving a chase from a Speak proves just that. [there are no paddles of Carter's celebrated status. From here the indistinguishable.The quick witty dialogue Easy is so ridiculous it is reminiscent of in our game called love, story follows the love triangle among the that occurs between Doge and Lexie is Scooby Doo. only the hope that maybe the three as professional football transforms zestful and bitingly witty. They quickly This is the third time Clooney has wind will work out in my favor this evening and won't blow out the only light Soul-Xploitation keeping her perfection in amber-colored clarity.] Vicky C. Chukwuka artists. Under their label Soul Journey Contributing Writer Productions, Lamone 'Soulklap' was able she's going over what VChukwuk@spelman. edu to create songs that cater to the issues that i've heard over many college students face. As a student a million times before ehold Atlantic University Center himself, he has undergone matters such and i'm watching the droplets on students, the eclectic styles of Lamone as "long distance relationships" he says her temple B"Soulklap" Green! Hailing from Solon,and "procrastinating in the library when slide down, collect, and fall, Ohio is Morehouse's own. You've seen you know you should be studying" if only... him perform at Jazzman's, but now he is In an interview with The Maroon Tiger, to locate that pause key advancing his lyrical talents to a digitally he was asked what was the inspiration of on the giant keypad of time. recorded album "Soul- Xploitation", which the album title, behind a casual smile he can be found on iTunes sometime around explained, "The title says it all." He said, i'd shape shift into anything; the second week of April and is extending "It's the exploitation of the soul through become the water around her, his showcase to Emory University and music." Described as a soul-based sound, warm and soothe in ways WSTU Idol: Campus Search. Senior student Lamone's music relates to a combined my listening ears could never of Morehouse College, Lamone Green has genre of hip-hop and neo-soul. Inspired accomplish. been passionate about music for years. by artists such as Marvin Gaye and Stevie swim into her and find spots Completing his album since his Wonder, Lamone 'Soulklap' has achieved my fingers don't know exist yet. sophomore year, Lamone has been a sound similar to hip-hop artists Kanye sustain her and maintain her, working in studios for two years in his West and Jay-Z. Ironically, Lamone never leaving these bathtub walls, spare time. Between being an Economics 'Soulklap' used to be referred to as a H.O.V major with a Spanish minor and enduring because of his similar appearance to but for now... his senior year, it's amazing that 'Soulklap' rapper Jay-Z. To find out more information she's sitting on the other side, has time to produce an album. 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Brother2Brother Talent Show out, sounding like a young soon-to-be soul, Ne-Yo himself would have been Nicolette Tucker Contributing Writer Patti LaBelle. very proud. Their next performance was Nikkitucker1689(a)yahoo com Adam MacFarland brought a distinct another recurrence but of Phil Collin's "Air talent to the showcase. With his Omega Psi of the Night." All I can say is speechless. Writers of the Week alent is defined as an unusual natural Phi brother by his side, their presentation Every female present kept saying, "They're ability to do something well. It is a captivated the audience before any singing to me." Trare quality to have and when found andmusical ballad could be heard. With their Last, but definitely not least, was the April 2-8, 2008 recognized it can be something beautiful. well-fitted suits, accompanied by their performance of Mr. Clarence Johnson At Wednesday's concert and talent show, signature gold boots, their outfits were the and his jazz band. Every instrument there was an enormous amount of this first things to mesmerize the audiences' complemented each other while they unusual natural ability gracing the stage. senses. gave an instrumental rendition of Snoop Congratulations to Morehouse "Brother2Brother: Music 4 the Finally, out came the delightful sounds Dogg's "Sexual Seduction." The music Future"Sinfonian Scholarship Fund hosted of a violin easing any stress you had prior was smooth and charming During talent from different artistic genres. to the performance: Then a piano became "Sexual Seduction," Mr. Johnson delivered Associate Opinions Editor The opening act was a performance the background sound balancing off the the best performance with a soprano from the dance group, who goes by beautiful music of the violin. Suddenly, saxophone. Snoop Dogg himself would Footwork.They exploded on the stage with both young men abruptly stopped, giving have given all honors and praises to the Alexander P. Brown exceptional moves to songs such as Janet enough time for the audience to question musical bliss that satisfied the audience. for his article 'Congratulations! You Look Jackson's "Feedback." From beginning their next move. Then they ended their Their next performance produced a more to end Footwork managed to sustain performance with an old-fashioned upbeat vibe from one of the Miles Davis Like a Hipster' the audiences' attention by challenging Omega Psi Phi routine with their fellow collections. The performance came with a themselves with every move. brothers in the audience. switch in saxophones. Mr. Johnson went Although there was a vast amount of Fusion displayed what hip-hop used from a soprano to a tenor saxophone. The & talent, there were only a few who shined to be. Fusion brought a lyrical and R&B audience was hypnotized by the beautiful brighter than the others. Jordan Minter persona to the talent show. They had sounds. Contributing Writer was the only female representative within musical instruments such as drums, a Overall, the event and concert were the testosterone-driven talent showcase, piano and a saxophone to complement overwhelmed with talent. Each performer singing, "I Don't Know About Tomorrow." their voices saturating the surroundings. delivered pieces with 110 percent Frank Lee Jr. Her angelic voice was strong and held Their first performance was a recurrence liveliness. With determination, they all can each note to a "T". Jordan's demeanor of NeYo's "Do You." With both young make a living with their talent. for his article'Morehouse Back on the evoked confidence as she sang her heart men singing with their mind, body and Right Track After Losing Streak'

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White Squad offensive guard and S.M. Ridley-Thomas defensive tackle Tristan Taylor said, "We Set Sights on a Rebirth Contributing Writer ymrrtwins acgmail com had a good spring and everybody put in hard work. Though the score didn't end Ethan J. Brisbv pring was rewarding and productive up in our favor, we fought and stood up, Contributing Writer ijiimKit'iVilfpniuUilmm for coach Richard Freeman's staff and particularly on defense." Steam. Of his dual role on both sides of the tlanta November 5, 2003 -Fear still "I think we're doing well," he said ball, he said, "We had to sacrifice for our continues to haunt the Morehouse at the conclusion of the annual Spring team to perform well, though it was hard AMaroon Tigers Soccer Team. During fall Football Inter-Squad Scrimmage. Despite to get footing solid and plant...I've lost a 2003 the NCAA handed down arguably its a consistent but light drizzle, over 100 few pounds playing in the mud." stiffest penalty to the Morehouse soccer students, faculty, staff and family from the Soon to be alumni, former Maroon program. Basedon the "lack of institutional Atlanta University Center attended. Tiger players Ray Shackelford, Carlos King, control," the NCAA placed Morehouse on Freeman's squad has already proven Terrance Davis and Djuan Payne were in five years probation for multiple major that it is capable of performing, as attendance. As each was preparing for infractions including eligibility,financial aid evidenced by a 7-3 season and a plethora grad school, the NFLdraftorteaching, they and clearinghouse certification violations. of SIAC and NCAA honors. But they've also expressed their pride in their program and Though the players involved dates back to distinguished themselves in several other their hope for its continued growth. the late 1990's, current students, staff, and ways as well. For example, this past week The scrimmage also seemed to excite administrators are faced with the task of the football program coordinated a week those who were injured and thus unable bringing men's soccer back to Morehouse where they reaffirmed their camaraderie, to participate. Standout sophomore and the Atlanta University Center. gave motivational talks at two elementary defensive back Quintin Ramos, stalwart Renaissance Men of Morehouse are schools and showcased their development defensive lineman Jamal James and uniting in a grassroots fashion to begin the from last season. talented defensive end Da'Juan Holmes uphill battle of restoring campus soccer. "I wanted to make sure I gave guys who were eagerly studying each play and The first step has been to create a soccer hadn't had tape a chance to be evaluated," anticipated great success next season with club and make way for intramurals, which Freeman said. "Players picked their own their contributions to the team. Take note are under way here in the spring of 2008. teams and they were able to find out what that each of these three men are members Sophomore English major Sedeke Dukuly their teammates thought of them." of the defense. Shackelford asserted that is hopeful the group's efforts will garner The scrimmage featured the Maroon defense would again be one of the more enough attention to build a collegiate Squad and the White Squad. The Maroon pronounced strengths of the 2008-2009 team for the upcoming academic year. squad played stifling defense and scored Maroon Tiger Football Team. "Wearedoing thistoraisetheawareness twice, once toward the end of the first half Thus, the spring has begun its closure of the need for a Morehouse soccer team," and again in the second half with the able in Tiger Town. With only a few weeks Dukuly said. "Raising the ban is one thing, running of Christian Green and the apt remaining in the year, many on the squad but we hope the administration will seek hands of wide receiver Achille Hendje.The look forward to finishing out a good to redevelop a school affiliated soccer White Squad was challenged by a lack of semester in the classroom and readying team." depth on the offensive and defensive lines themselves for the season. Truly this Before the infractions, Morehouse but worked hard to display their skills, group of men are the Ambassadors of the soccer possessed a winning team led though they did not score. Renaissance Torch as they seek to advance by many of its international students. "Our squad did fabulously today," the legacy of Morehouse by excelling in According to a USA Today report, two offensive tackle Nate Nobles said. "We the classroom, engaging community and Maroon Tigers representing the soccer came out with a very strategic draft plan entering the glory gridiron with dignified team had knowingly played professional Images: Antoine Lackland II by drafting the upfront big boys first, who victory in all sectors. soccer for the Atlanta Ruckus, a team Morehouse students mobilize in an effort to diversify the sports program make sure the offense can function." affiliated with the United Soccer Leagues' A-League. Despite Morehouse's status as mind that will bring back the Morehouse the review committee affirming that the a Division II, non national championship soccer team," Townsend said. "The ban is institution's current athletic policies and eligible team, the NCAA decided to hand- up, so why can't we do just that?" practices align with NCAA regulations. down a penalty. The penalty is only There is no set timetable for rebirth for "There is a need for a soccer team 2 Wins 2 Losses rivaled by the "death penalty" slapped on the college's soccer program. However, for the overall development of the the Southern Methodist football program the NCAA did include provisions and Morehouse student body. This is not just in 1987. guidelines for the school to follow during an international student thing. The club With this year's fresh soccer club, its and after the probationary period, which and a new soccer program will positively founding members hope their efforts will ends the fall. According to the 2003 official affect the entire student body," Dukuly spark a movement on campus and with NCAA news release, Morehouse has been added. the NCAA. Gideon Townsend, a native of required to develop and implement a Despite the grim outlook from the the Metropolitan DC area is a member of general educational program on NCAA original embarrassment, the work of the soccer club, and says that the school legislation and submit periodic reports to Dukuly and other current students is on has paid its debt and deserves a second the NCAA. In addition to other compliance course to right a wrong. A wrong that chance. standards set forth, Morehouse president dealt a devastating blow to a proud soccer "We started the club with a goal in Robert Franklin is to submit a letter to program housed at the College. Track Members Go Far

Image: Courtesy The members of the Morehouse College Maroon Tigers Baseball Team. Beyond the Distance ◄ Continued from front page "We must keep up our morale and players besides Hank McCladdie and Mike Regina Graham keep our sprits high heading into the Brooks. We have played well lately, but Staff Writer tournament," Cousins said. "Keeping our we are going to have to play better on âypiiünicwi «ydfo sprits high is very important and finishing both sides of the ball heading into this the season strong is a must. Our chances tournament." o the ordinary eye, the Morehouse look promising if we can do these things." The Morehouse MaroonTigers baseball track and field team may seem like Mitchell said, "We need to hit better team will face Florida A&M University Tyour average track team that goes to with runners in scoring position. We need and Clark Atlanta to conclude the season daily practice and competes at the meets. to get some sturdier pitching from other before entering the SIAC Tournament. That is not the case with this team. With positive influence and impact from their coach, these talented young student athletes also invest their time in giving back to the community. "I volunteer at Charles Drew Charter School, which is a local elementary school here in Atlanta," senior Garry Kennebrew Jr. said passionately. "If we're needed we need to play as a community leader." problems. Coach Hill changes people's volunteer as track officials for the Atlanta For some of the team, Hill has become lives for the better and he is awesome." Public School District." much more than a coach for them. Some would wonder why Hill has his From week to week, you cannot just "Coach Hill is like another dad to me," students complete community service, find these men in one location. junior John"Big Country"Mitchell said."He especially if they do not have to. For him it "On Tuesdays and Thursdays some of is a really spectacular man. He has instilled is about values and what he can teach his us volunteer at the YMCA at Georgia State into me a lot of things that makes me the students about them. where they house the homeless, drug man that I am and the man I want to be. "The biggest value that I try to instill addicts and people who life has just beaten Our program gives us a lot of opportunity in them is what they need to try and do them up," senior Marquis Taylor-Horn said. to talk about things that we wouldn't for the young people who are coming "We come in and clean up after them, but usually talk about as athletes." behind them," Hill said. "It's about what most importantly we talk to them." Every day before the team hits the field we can do to make a difference for them, From elementary schools to homeless to practice, Hill sets aside time for them all just like someone made a difference for us shelters, they work all over the Atlanta area to meet and talk about what is going on in at one time. My students are young men serving others to the best of their abilities. each of their lives. It is a time where they who are trying to do something better The person who provides them with these can express the good or the bad things in for themselves and for the people that opportunities is head coach Willie Hill. their lives. surround them. "Coach Hill has allowed me to see the "We have meetings every day before "It is not always what you can do for desperate need of positive role models practice where we can release what we are yourself, but what you can do for other in our society," Kennebrew said. "The feeling that day," Taylor-Horn said. "Some people around you that will make you a elementary school kids around here have students even come to the meetings who better person. Something happens every no guidance or role models. They need aren't even a part of the track team; the day that someone has done for us that help and change. Coach has showed me meetings will change their lives. When we we do not look at that makes us a better the call for leadership and the role that I come in there, we talk about our real life person." Recycle The Maroon Tiger