VOLUME XVII NO. 2 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2003 www.spelman.edu/spotlight IN THIS Harper and ISSUE Pedescleaux: The New NEWS Governor Sunny Dean Team Purdue plans to create a New Georgia. What • With the departures of does his Deans Kai Jackson, and Republican lead­ ership mean for us? Cynthia Spence, Spelman PAGE 3 begins 2003 with change

ARTS & LIVING Astrid Thomas News Reporter So, how do you lose a English Professor Dr. Donna guy in ten Harper and Political Science days? Charli Chairman Dr. Desiree Penn reviews Pedescleaux have been promoted the romantic as the new Dean of comedy star­ Undergraduate Studies and new ring Kate Hudson and Associate Dean of Undergraduate Matthew McConaughey, PHOTO I Leigh Daveport Studies. plus presents the best way Students gather in the newly remodled Grille. The Lower Manley eatery menu includes smoothies, shakes, burgers, pizza, and gar­ These two professors took to lose a Morehouse Man in den salads. ten days. their new positions this semester. PAGE 6 Dr. Harper and Dr. Pedescleaux replaced the former Academic Lower Manley Grille reopens Deans, Dr. Cynthia Neal Spence and Dr. Kai Jackson. FEATURES Both former deans decided to It seems the celebrity pan­ with praise and success step down and explore other elists at the Hip Hop opportunities. Dr. Spence has Conference forgot about the been in this position for 13 years little people. Read about Jennifer Jenkins "I still can’t get over how nice All in all, students seem to and has decided to return to the their disappointing behavior News Reporter and pleasant the Grille looks now," appreciate and enjoy the newly classroom as a full-time professor in Features. said Chelsey Rodgers, a second- renovated facilities, although in the Sociology Department. PAGE 7 Smoothies. Philly cheese year resident student. "It makes some students believe the new Currently, Spence is on sabbatical steak sandwiches. Authentic you want to sit down and eat there, swiping system is a large draw­ leave and will return to Spelman pizza. A big screen TV. instead of automatically getting back. Said one resident student, "I in the fall semester of 2003. She The best It’s official. your food to go." love the way the new food court decided to pursue another HBCU The Lower Manley food court Many other students share the looks, but I wish we could swipe employment opportunity in the bands in is back, and it’s bigger and better same enthusiasm about The Grille, our cards the way we used to. I writing arena. Dr. Jackson is now the country took than ever. "The Grille," as it’s citing the nice booths and TV area. know we can swipe at unlimited working at Morehouse College Georgia Dome last month. commonly known, celebrated it’s Spelman administration has even times now, but $25 really isn’t a See the Spotlight pictorial for the Corporate Relations first opening of the semester last honoring the 2003 Honda bigger plans for the food court, as lot of money to spread over the Department. Battle of the Bands. week, and so far it seems to be a they are currently planning to pro­ entire semester." "I really miss Spelman stu­ PAGE 7 success. vide computers for students to use. All in all, however, the open­ dents because there are no other . Spelman students have been "It would really be helpful to ing of The Grille seems to be a students like Spelman women. I flocking to the newly opened eat­ have computers down there," said success, and as the administration would like to wish everyone ing facility, eager to investigate Millicent Whitaker. "It would def­ and staff work out the final kinks, well," said Dr. Kai Jackson, for­ HEALTH the new menus, familiar friendly initely make things easier for Spelman women look forward to mer Associate Academic Dean. sisscc roan? then faces of the staff, and the highly times when you need to quickly things only getting better. Dr. Jackson is considering íarouíi?. hu hnw improved décor. edit something or check email." returning to Spelman next year híiaítut ;> ir¡í> and teaching part-time for first tu-tu-hcuu ' Gh'> thi «noor nr year composition. vnu? iindtfíí. "Initially, I had no interest in applying for the Dean’s position," IN REMEMBRANCE... said Harper. Yet, praying and PERSPECTIVES reading the book Who Moved My On Saturday, February 1, 2003, the NASA Cheese? helped to motivate her. The Spotlight presents a Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrated nearly 40 Also, Dr. Harper dreamed of the special editorial on the miles and only minutes away from Earth as it late Etta Falconer of the Science advent of war. Is the show­ attempted to complete its landing at Kennedy Department being in her office as down to be or not to be? Space Center in Florida. Debris from the shuttle an answer to her prayer to apply Read Spelman professor has been found as far away as 140 miles from Harry Lefever’s response in for the position. Another thing the incident. that helped her to apply was being Perspectives. Of those aboard the flight were Ilan Ramon, PAGE 10 interested in working with the the first Israeli astronaut in history, and Michael new college President, Dr. P. Anderson, a U.S. Air Force lieutenant colonel Beverly Daniel Tatum. and physicist. Ever wondered "Accepting the position Memorials have been held across the coun­ what the SSGA when it was offered to me was the does? We did. try and around the world to mourn the loss of the merely the honest thing to do. 1 *—t Contributingr, writer PHOTO I CNN.com “Columbia Seven.” President Bush joined hun­ would not have applied if I would dreds at the Johnson Space Center in Texas on Kendall Wilson goes The crew of the Shuttle Columbia (from 1 to r): David M. have been unwilling to accept," n Tuesday to share his thoughts. “Today we behind the scenes of Brown, 46; Rick D. Husband, 45; Laurel Clark, 41; said Harper. Spelman’s Student Kalpana Chawla, 32; Michael P. Anderson, 42; William C. remember not only one moment of tragedy, but Dr. Pedescleaux accept- Government Association. McCool, 40; and Ilan Ramon, 47. seven lives of great purpose and achievement,” PAGE 11 Bush said. See Dean Team, page 4 2 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2003 NEWS THE SPELMAN SPOTLIGHT

The Spelman Spotlight 2002-2003 Editorial Board love of my life is suddenly being mainstream as Janet. Leigh Davenport recognized as some mainstream I’m remembering the days Leigh A. Davenport Editor in Chief fad that is inclusive of such artists when hip-hop was concious, pro­ as and the Big Tymers. While gressive and fun. “Don’t believe and even then I thought Puff Editor-in-Chief Hello ladies of Spelman. those artist certainly create great the Hype,” “Ladies First,” and Daddy was wack. Normally a syndicated anonymous party songs, I do not now and have “Self-Destruction,” were songs Hip-Hop wasn’t just any body Jennifer Smith columnist occupies this space, but never considered them hip-hop with messages, not just creative who said rhymes on a tape, and Managing Editor this issue I had a my own personal artist. They are “rap” artists. And metaphors about diamonds alco­ put on an Enyce fit. As the com­ tangent to speak on. so you may ask, “what’s the differ­ hol. mercialization of this music con­ Remembering arguments in ence?” I’m remembering when “Hip- tinued somewhere people got con­ Clanci Cochran the basement with my older broth­ Hip-hip artist pride them­ Hip heads” used to argue for hours fused. News Editor er and his friends about Hip-Hop, selves on being lyricists. It wasn’t about LL Cool J and Cannibus Hip-Hop wasn’t always just I can’t help but laugh at the char­ about just rhyming it was about best friends in a cypher that was about beats, it was the lyrics that Charli A. Penn acterization of Nelly as a Hip-Hop making a statement and saying filled with big black bubble coats, gained you respect. What is hip- artist. What is Hip-Hop? Features Editor something powerful in between ski goggles and Tims (okay, hop? It’s a powerful and meaning­ I suppose for every person, it there. Reboks if you’re from the South). ful culture rooted in the principles is relative, but for the "hip-hop I grew up with hip-hop. When instead of going to class of self-expression. What is rap? Jerrice Boyd heads," that stood outside on the Listening to the cd collection of kids were break dancing and the P.Diddy said it best, Arts & Entertainment street comers in a cypher waiting my older brother, I look back and song “My Adidas” was more than “Don’t worry if I write for the 3 King Drive to come while realize how much hip-hop was a a fashion statement. rhymes, I write checks...” it was 20 degrees outside, it was Nkechi I. Olisemeka part of me. I grew up on A Tribe I’m remembering being 13 -Puff Daddy that fire, before it ever got “Hot in Called Quest, Camp Lo, De la trying to learn the all the lyrics to Perspectives Editor herrre.” Soul, Gang Starr, Digable Planets, Busta Rhymes, “The Coming,” I’m so confused as to how the and I thought they were just as going to see Common in Dr.Wax, Karen Fields Health Editor

Danielle Wright With more than half a The function of SSGA under­ as students came out to SSGA campus information and Health Editor school year completed, it is went a major change since last activities and were able to meet updates for commuter students. obvious that Spelman has under­ year, becoming more focused on and interact with the student body Various forums were gone various changes: from a being a governing body, as representatives. arranged by SSGA for the Ekua Assabill new president to campus reno­ opposed to planning social activi­ Monthly Town Hall meetings, Spelman community, on topics Sports Editor vations to technological updates. ties. With the new shift in focus, which have featured Spelman ranging from AUC Stereotypes Beyond all of these changes the SSGA officers were able to College President, Dr. Beverly to discussions on the Middle Erika Parrish lurks another strong force on better serve the direct needs of the Tatum, and the departments of Eastern to Voter Awareness. students. SSGA’s major goals for Public Safety and Physical Plant, The House of Representatives, Layout Editor campus, that of the Spelman Student Government last semester were to create specif­ allow students to hear updates on the proposal writing research Association (SSGA). Led by ic methods to address student con­ college activities and voice their body of SSGA, sponsored the Sandrea-Lee Swaby president Ehimwenma Joyce cerns, to improve the relationship concerns. Town Hall meetings are fall carnival for children in Copy Editor Iyamu, and backed by a strong between students and faculty and a regular staple of the student gov­ October. The SSGA also initi­ executive board, the SSGA has to engage the Spelman community ernment, but this year’s represen­ ated the H.E.L.L.O. campaign, in activities that foster sisterhood, tatives went even further in cater­ which promotes friendliness Theresa Leggard spent the semester dutifully serving the Spelman communi­ service and activism. ing to the student body. To better and sisterhood among Spelman Art Editor ty- SSGA kicked off fall semester meet the needs of the students, students, in late November. "We encourage Spelman with SGA week in September. every first Monday of the month, SSGA is proud of the Toni Scott women to participate in our Activities included a Town Hall SGA held meetings in residence improvements made at Office Manager great task of creating a better meeting, a faculty and staff meet halls, enabling students to observe Spelman. "The SSGA is defi­ Spelman by participating in and greet, an open house, Market the regular meetings, as well as nitely a work-in-progress. We SGA activities and keeping us Friday, community service, a skat­ provide input on certain issues. A are nothing if not the voice and Lamine Toote informed about issues that arise ing party, and a worship service. "Commuta’ Comer" was also spirit of our Spelman sisters," Assistant Office Manager on campus," said Iyamu. Morale was high during the week incorporated this year, providing said Iyamu. .- Damali Brown Business Manager SGA addresses on-campus Housing Shauna Watkins Ashley Horace staff. "work on enforcing the line". Manley Student Center, the Ad Manager Contributing Writer During the course of her "Nobody should get trampled hangout features a grill, frozen unveiling of the new plan, Dorsey to get a room," stressed Rodgers. drinks, pizza and fresh foods. On Tuesday, January 21st, Tomika DePriest asked proactive students to email Dorsey agreed and although she The space also boasts a large Spelman’s Student Government Advisor her for more information on the will make the final decision she cable television, couches, and Association (SGA) held its first newly forming "housing focus assured residents, "students have lounge chairs. Hikes proudly town hall meeting of 2003 high­ group". To Dorsey and Iyamu’s given me ideas and I am going to exclaimed that the spot will The Spelman Spotlight is a biweek­ lighting on-campus housing as surprise, many of the approxi­ put all of it together". Students eventually contain a computer ly publication. We welcome all submis­ this month’s focus. Special sions. Submissions are edited for space mately 200 students in attendance should know by the next three station with a "Starbuck’s feel". Guest Katrina Dorsey, Director and to correct errors in grammar and raised their hands in agreement to weeks which route the housing "It will be off the chain," of Housing and Residence Life, punctuation. joining such a group. staff will take this year to distrib­ said Hikes as ladies roared at the provided new insight into this Opinions in the Perspectives section First year student Juanice ute rooms. Until then, the focus news. Students were especially of The Spelman Spotlight are soley the year’s housing selection process Smith explained her reason for group will meet once again to ecstatic to hear that $25 had been views of the author, not the opinions of and tended to student concern. wanting to join such a group as a finalize the details. added on their meal cards for use The Spelman Spotlight. They do no nec­ Taking into consideration decision to change the negative Commuter students also in the unnamed dining hall; essarily reflect the opinions of Spelman student responses to past housing she has repeatedly heard from received new information at the however, many students College, Its administration, or The selection processes and most Spelman Spotlight advisor. numerous upper-class women. Town Hall Meeting as Dorsey expressed mixed emotions. recently last year’s random Letters and opinions must be typed, "Hearing from [other] people and briefly mentioned that Spelman is Closing the meeting with a selection fiasco (the "first come signed, and include full address and upperclassmen, you would think in the process of hiring a coordina­ few announcements, Iyamu first serve" method), Dorsey pro­ telephone number. that housing was scary," Smith tor for commuter student services. urged students to attend Nikki posed comprising a committee of said. In addition to the unveiling of Giovanni’s lecture, the annual Please mail all correspondence to: students to develop a new design Sophomore Class President the new housing structure, semi-formal Romantic Interlude before the selection process Chelsey Rodgers described last Spelman’s Dean of Student to be held this year at the Fox The Spelman Spotlight occurs this semester. According year’s housing process as pure Affairs, Dr. Zenobia Hikes, Theater, and to stay tuned for the 350 Spelman Lane SW-Box 1234 to Dorsey, the idea lies at involv­ "hell" stating that people were announced the opening of the next SGA meeting. Atlanta, Georgia 30314 ing students in a process that Phone: (404) 525-1734 even trampled. Rodgers advised recently remodeled campus eatery. pleases both the students and Fax: (404) 215-2780 this year’s selection committee to Located on the ground level in the •v

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Space Shuttle Falls Missing boys in Long Ashley Horace the first of four parts to a compre­ announced the formation of a spe­ Contributing Writer hensive Ethics Reform Initiative. cial task force to review Georgia's Over Texas island It offers guidance to legislators Converged Communications Father of four. Foster parent regarding conduct and sets the Outsourcing Project (CCOP). The The Columbia space shuttle to orphaned infants. Local Sunday tone for the Ethics Commission. Governor's CCOP Task Force was destroyed 40 miles above Four teenage boys are missing school teacher. Newly elected The Governor's inaugural ethics (Task Force) will review current Texas on Saturday, February since January 24th. The boys Governor Sonny Perdue sets bill targets four areas outlined dur­ telecommunications policy in 1st. All seven of the astronauts’ were in a rowboat in the Long precedent as Georgia’s first ing his first week in office. The Georgia and identify a manageable lives were claimed in the explo­ Island Sound when they called Republican Governor since Ethics Reform Act of 2003 repre­ and sustainable approach to out­ sion. The cause of the accident 9-11, their last words being Reconstruction. Perdue, a former sents the most comprehensive sourcing the state's telecommuni­ is not officially on record. "we’re gonna die". The row­ state senator from Warner Robins, ethics legislation ever introduced cation needs for improved cus­ Along with six Americans was boat has been recovered. * appeared the victor by midnight in Georgia. The Act's first bill pro­ tomer service by state agencies. Ilan Ramon, the first Israeli cit­ Tuesday November 4th, maintain­ vides specific proposals regarding The Task Force expects to deliver izen to go into space. Laci Peterson still ing a solid lead over four year candidate-to-candidate transfer, a written report to the Governor incumbent Democratic Governor influencing the Board of Pardons within 60 days. War in North Korea missing Roy Barnes with 91 percent of the and Paroles and the Department of In addition to typical internal Corrections, solicitation of funds restructuring Perdue has already Laci Peterson, a Modesto, vote tallied. Perdue boasted 51.6 during legislative session and recommended increasing the state California woman, is still miss­ percent of the vote compared with structure of the state's Ethics tax on tobacco products because ing since she disappeared on 46 for Barnes, with about 100,000 US Defense Secretary Donald Commission. “The Ethics Reform he has been told that it would dis­ Christmas Eve, 2002. Peterson votes separating the two. Rumsfield has giving the order Act of2003 signals the start of real courage teenagers from starting to was 8 months pregnant at the His “where the people are for armed forces to prepare to ethics reform in Georgia. This smoke and would encourage older time of her abduction. A more than politics” approach to deploy to North Korea. The comprehensive legislative pack­ smokers to quit. $500,000 reward is being government has already set the order has not been made offi­ age sets the tone for operating a In connection with his plat­ offered for her return. It was stage for over thirty new enact­ cial to this date, but was made government that Georgians can form of returning public trust in recently discovered that ments and proactive turn of events in response to a military offi­ and will believe in," said government and ensuring that the Peterson’s husband, Scott, was in Perdue’s three-week old admin­ cial’s assurance that North Governor Perdue. voice of the people is heard, having an affair. Although the istration. Korea is prepared to defend "As a steward of the public's Governor Sonny Perdue woman’s family has now sev­ As Georgia’s Republican themselves against the US. trust, I began my service as announced January 22nd that he ered ties with Scott Peterson, gubernatorial candidate Sonny Georgia's Governor by issuing an would conduct his first "Saturdays the police have not officially Perdue began November 6, 2002 executive order that set forth high with Sonny" (SWS) beginning State of the Union named him as a suspect. by organizing forces for the first Republican transition team in standards of ethical conduct for Saturday, January 25, 2003. SWS modem Georgia’s history. my administration.” The Governor will provide the citizens of Most noted for the way he tar­ plans to introduce the remaining Georgia the opportunity to meet Bush’s state of the union geted the state flag changes (par­ three parts of the Ethics Reform face-to-face with their Governor. address, delivered Tuesday, ticularly his move to shrink the Act of 2003 during the remaining "I am honored with the oppor­ January 28th, focused on many weeks of the legislative session. tunity to meet and talk about the * All informed obtained from Confederate emblem on the state issues concerning American Late last month, Perdue 'kitchen-table issues' facing www.cnn.com. This update flag), the creation of several citizens and the world such as sought the aid of the Bush admin­ Georgia families," said Governor was complied on February 3, bureaucracies and the handling of poverty, health care, the econo­ istration to release low-income Perdue. "I welcome and encourage 2003. Situations mentioned education reform, the Governor’s my, the AIDS problem in Africa short-lived term has begun with a home energy assistance emer­ all Georgians to bring the issues and the war with Iraq. above may have developed gency funds to help low income affecting their lives and their fam­ since press time. string of new policies. Although Bush did not declare Governor Perdue’s Ethics Georgians with increasing home ilies to my attention." war, he vowed that the US Reform Act of 2003, introduced to heating costs. would reign triumphant. Georgia Senate on January 27th, is Later that month, Perdue

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Dean Team....page 1 pledge to see Spelman attain finding solutions to revise the old end of last semester. With the workload does not permit it. 'nothing less than the best,'" said ways that will be educational and help and guidance of the former However, I am glad to continue to ed the position because she Harper. also please the students. deans, Dr. Spence and Dr. teach at least that one class as believed the new role would bring " I think I brought energy and "We are revising Jackson, the new deans were able Dean, because teaching Spelman her more challenges than being in a new vision. I am bringing more Convocation and the different to move into their positions with students energizes me," said the classroom teaching. technological focus especially for seminars by trying different sce­ ease. Dean Harper and Dean Harper. "I was ready for a challenge. Convocation using a card scanner narios to revise First Year Pedescleaux believe that their job "I do plan to continue to I accepted the position because it to track attendance for Freshman Seminar and Sophomore is great and are happy to be work­ teach, but not as many classes. I would be fun working with stu­ Seminar and Sophomore Assembly. We are also looking at ing together as a team. am teaching two classes right dents in a different capacity and it Assembly. I want to keep facili­ last year's surveys of students’ "So far, I really enjoy this now because I did not want to dis­ is not the same as working with tating the development of leader­ opinions and we will be looking job! Of course, you must note that appoint students by canceling students in the classroom," said ship skills of the students who at this year’s surveys. We want to Dr. Desiree Pedescleaux has been classes this semester. In the Dr. Desiree Pedescleaux, possess leadership abilities," said be responsive to students and pro­ appointed as the Associate Dean future, I will be teaching one Associate Dean of Undergraduate Pedescleaux. vide educational resources to stu­ of Undergraduate Studies. I class," said Pedescleaux. Studies. Harper and Pedescleaux are dents," said Pedescleaux. learned of her appointment on the The deans do not only over­ The roles and responsibilities very excited to accept these posi­ This year, the administration same day I learned of my appoint­ see academic matters, but they of Dean extend beyond the aca­ tions and take on the responsibil­ has decided to change the Dean's ment, and I have been delighted are also required to attend various demic arena. Both deans believe ities. In addition to their roles, title to Dean of Undergraduate about our ‘team’ ever since that conferences and meetings at that they are not here to just deal both deans have set goals to con­ Studies instead of Academic day. One must also note that Ms. Spelman and around the country. with academic matters, but to nect and maintain a good rapport Dean. By the new school year, Ada Jackson has been the Senior In addition, the deans are the have an impact on the students. with the students. there will be three deans with a Administrative Assistant for this chairwomen of many committees. They want students to view them "I plan to continue to do a specific dean assigned to a certain office for as long as I can remem­ "In my own cases with Dean as mentors and role models, as good job, trying not to tarnish the position, so that the workload will ber. Thus, her knowledge about Spence, I am a faculty member. I well as faculty members. reputation established by Dean be divided. the operations and her efficient am still teaching one course this "I hope that I join my other Spence! I plan to uphold the poli­ "The goal is to identify the work enable the work to move as semester. Only time and experi­ administrative and staff sisters in cies relevant to my position and new third Dean, who will work smoothly as it does. Finally, we ence will tell me how well I can being a ‘role model,’ showing our work collaboratively with other primarily with the first-year stu­ have some wonderful student juggle that additional responsibil­ students that one can do these offices on campus to see that we dents, I want to see us streamline assistants, including assistant. All ity. Also, I continue to coordinate jobs. In that capacity, however, I improve and enhance the work of the workload, so that students and of us form the team and I think the Spelman College portion of think we need to review the supporting the academic pursuits the entire campus will have a very that thus far we have worked well the UNCF-Mellon Undergraduate notion that women can ‘have it of Spelman women. One of the clear sense of which Dean does together. Please recognize that I Fellowship Program. I am still an all,’" said Harper. overall goals of the college will what," said Harper. still have many things to learn," established scholar and lecturer. I What makes these two deans be offer ‘excellent customer serv­ As the deans adjust to their said Harper. still have conference presenta­ so compatible as a team is their ice.’ I want the Dean’s office and new position, the faculty and stu­ "The job has been going real­ tions and lectures scheduled for unique qualities and ideas. Their all of us who form the 'Dean dents have been very supportive ly good with no complaints. The this spring. I do not anticipate experiences in teaching have pre­ Team' to accomplish that goal. A and loving. true test is next year when I am on doing very much ‘new’ writing pared them for this role. Both Dr. better-informed student body will "Students have been pleasant my own because Dean Jackson while I learn the responsibilities Harper and Dr. Pedescleaux actually help the Dean’s office to and enthusiastic. Of course, in a and Dean Spence helped plan our of the Dean’s office," said Harper. described the skills and goals that provide excellent customer serv­ few cases I have had to deliver jobs this semester," said Dr. Harper has taught at they bring to their positions: ice," said Harper. news that was not ‘desired’ news, Pedescleaux. Spelman as an English Professor "I have brought a record of "I would like to direct my so I have also seen a few tears. Since the Dean’s position since 1987. Dr. Pedescleaux successful teaching and a reputa­ attention to grooming students to Overall, students seems to be requires so much time and com­ began teaching at Spelman in tion as a successful scholar. I receive prestigious awards, such ‘accepting’ me as the New Dean," mitment, Dr. Harper and Dr. 1991 in the Political Science have brought respect for the hard as the Rhodes Scholarship. I plan said Harper. Pedescleaux are not going to be Department and currently holds work everyone at Spelman has to bring attention to service learn­ "I think I have been warmly able to teach as many classes full the position of Political Science rendered through the years, ing courses on campus, which is a received by students and I have time. Their workload has forced Chair. achieving the international repu­ combination of a classroom and not heard any bad news. I hope them to teach one class per tation of greatness for this institu- an internship together. I would students will feel comfortable on semester. tion-often with less financial sup­ like to prepare students for pro­ sharing their thoughts about "I cannot possibly teach the port than other comparable insti­ fessional and graduate school by Freshman Seminar and full load (three courses per tutions. Thus, I have brought my offering non-credit classes," said Sophomore Assembly. I am open semester) as Dean. Currently, 1 own determination to do my share Pedescleaux. and looking forward for all of am teaching my Langston Hughes in this new role to keep up the Many students have com­ them. Since I am still a faculty Seminar. Next semester, I am good work Spelman has already plained about the procedures and member, my colleagues have scheduled to teach a section of established. Finally, I have the rules of First Year Seminar been very supportive," said Seminal Writers in the African brought a deep love for Spelman and Sophomore Assembly. Since Pedescleaux. American Tradition. 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Students outraged after panelists leave Empowerment Summit before intermission

Charli Penn tainment industry icons joined Browp said. "We cam to speak Many students left feeling Spelman College, said. "But it was Managing Editor Simmons on the panel. with them about the issues on or cheated while others weren’t so definitely a great idea and it was "We don’t just want you to mind. Not to listen to them and disappointed. nice to see so many students come "I can’t believe they charged hear from us," Min. Benjamin then watch the leave directly after­ "It wasn’t what I expected," together for the cause. for this," Kayana Jones, a sopho­ Chavis, President of the Hip Hop wards." Jennifer Hughs, a freshman at more at Clark Atlanta University Summit Action Network said. "We said. "They didn’t even stick want to hear from you." around for it." The summit was scheduled to After spending $20 dollars, on run four hours with a brief inter­ advance tickets many AUC stu­ mission. Both Simmons and his dents were outraged at the events wife along with Smith and the that took place at the Hip Hop Vice President of Baby Phat left Collegiate Empowerment Summit the panel after just one hour. at Kings Chapel. Def Jam Records Simmons announced that he had Chairman, Russell Simmons, to catch a flight while those who along with The Hip Hop Summit followed offered no explanation. Action Network sponsored the Mayor Franklin left shortly there summit in what he said was an afterwards after announcing that attempt to bring tomorrow’s lead­ she was needed at another ers together to discuss issues of appointment. social, economical, and political Many students left their seats empowerment. in an effort to speak with Simmons Kings Chapel was nearly before his exit. Simmons collected filled with students at the start of resumes and demos but did not the summit. Hosted by MTV news speak with students. Zulu correspondent, Sway, the summit remained on the panel. began with a state of hip-hop Disappointed students then address given by Simmons. left the chapel. Chavis urged stu­ Simmons wife who is the creative dents not to leave and reminded director of Baby Phat, Kimora Lee them that there would be other Simmons, President of Disturbing panelists there to replace them. the Peace Records, Chaka Zulu, Once the crowd settled the chapel TNT Sports Newscaster, Kenny was left only half full. PHOTO| Charli Penn Smith, Atlanta mayor, Shirley "That’s false advertisement," Franklin and various other enter­ Jeffrey Hinton, a senior at Morris Panelists russell Simmons and Kimora Lee Simmons respond to student questions at the Hip Hop Summit held at Morehouse last semester.

Remember high school football . homecomings? How about HBCU bowl games? While there are a few dis- solusioned souls who think football season is really about football, the rest of us know the truth: it’s the bands, stupid! Apparently, Honda got the idea: January 25 found thousands of col­ lege band fans PHOTOS I Leigh Davenport crowding the Georgia Dome with ‘nalia, pom poms, and a whole lotta spirit. Ah, there’s nothing like a good band battle.

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"Kenya brightens up her day," an college Jennifer Smith opinion also shared by Managing Editor Blackgirl’s Managing Editor students Qrescent Mason: Although the phrase has "She is such an inspiration. Danielle Wright become a bit cliché, age truly Always smiling. Always lively. Health Editor appears to be "nothing but a num­ She has such a spirit to her. I feel ber," for entrepreneur Kenya uplifted every time I talk to her. ^~T3ito7,^oIIege'stu3ents Jordana James. She has graced Uplifted and encouraged to do from several different schools the pages of Essence magazine, better. Much better." Iin the Georgia area have made chatted with Oprah and received Mason puts her belief in gun smuggling their part time numerous awards from various change and healing into practice job.These students from organizations- all by the tender on Spelman’s campus. She is age of thirteen. involved in PEPPERS, and said, Georgia Southern, Clark A native New Yorker, James "I enjoy helping to educate my Atlanta University, and currently lives in the Atlanta area, sisters about things concerning Georgia Tech were purchas­ but plans on returning to her their well being. So often in col­ ing guns from pawn shops and hometown one day. As the lege these issues get lost in the shipping them to the urban founder and Editorial Director of shuffle and PEPPERS, I think, streets of Washington, Blackgirl magazine, a publication does a good job of bringing these Baltimore, Philadelphia, and geared towards African American issues to the surface." New York where they were teens, it is clear that James is not Other organizations that she sold illegally. discouraged by the challenges participates in include the AUC These students were pur­ that arise when you are deter­ Peace Coalition, Philosophy club, chasing between eight to 49 mined to pursue dreams that may Impetus Improv Troupe, The guns at a time. Georgia does seem impossible to others. Dark Tower Project, and Lyke Qrescent Mason, Blackgirl’s House Catholic Center. not restrict the number of managing editor and a Spelman Mason discussed how guns bought for personal use sophomore majoring in she wants her contributions to in a single transaction. At an Psychology and Philosophy and Blackgirl to impact its readers: "I Atlanta pawn shop, the most minoring in writing, discusses think I bring a unique perspective popular street gun, a 9mm how she felt about James starting encounter in producing the maga­ who it took her six months to to the magazine because I am at could be purchased for $100 the publication: zine has been advertisers, many finally meet. She also had the the age where I can relate to both and that same gun could be "I was amazed. I tried to of who responded to her a few noteworthy privilege of being the the younger girls who read the sold on the streets of New think of the things that I was first to secure an interview with years ago with the comment magazine and to their parents York for $600. thinking about when I was 12. Hill after her hiatus. James also "Oh you’re eleven—I’ll call who have seen a little bit of the A Georgia Tech senior' Boys, clothes, boys, boys, music, you back." Despite this obstacle, mentioned interviewing the group world already and know what was arrested at a bus stop and did I mention boys? For her James recalls that having her Outkast as memorable because challenges there are to face. with a satchel of guns in 1997 to want to do something so big mother and others call them she was only 12 at the time and I try to be that link that gives and to have the confidence in her­ showed that she meant business. "people started taking me serious­ the girls a real perspective on life, and was sentenced to 18 self to know that she could suc­ James’ mother plays an integral ly." at least from what I’ve seen, and months in prison. ceed in it was mind-blowing. I role in her academic as well as When asked how she feels lets the parents still remain calm A Clark Atlanta thought she was absolutely amaz­ business endeavors. starting Blackgirl has prepared about what information is reach­ University student, being fol­ ing. A true wise spirit. Although she attends some her for the future James said: ing their children." lowed by ATF agents, pur­ One of the unique things classes at the Ankoben Institute, "Blackgirl magazine in some Among James’ goals for chased eight guns at a metro about Blackgirl is that it contains James is primarily home ways is preparing me to be inde­ Blackgirl magazine are portray­ Atlanta pawn shop, and then articles on a wide variety of sub­ schooled, and said that her moth­ pendent of a ‘job.’ I am also ing positive images of African drove to class leaving the ject material. For instance, there learning how to prioritize and fol­ er "created a curriculum that American women. When asked guns on the floor board of his are interviews with entertainers low through on all my responsi­ would go directly with her what stereotypes she saw and car while taking a test. such as Jerzee Monet, Mario and needs." This program includes a bilities." what the magazine was doing to “This is not supposed to Outkast, as well Ilyasah Shabazz, variety of academic subjects, Despite James’ focused out­ combat them James said: be a normal part of college daughter of Malcolm X and such as a special emphasis on sci­ look on her responsibilities with "There are many stereotypes, Hydeia Broadbent, anl8-year old ence because James eventually Blackgirl and plans for the future, but rather than go into them, I life,” said Sonny Fields, a AIDS activist. wants to become a midwife. she is able to manage both work would much rather talk about Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, When asked what inspired When asked why, James and pleasure. "I have to act what Blackgirls are. We are intel­ and Firearms supervisory her to start Blackgirl, James said replied: "I love babies. So I mature and then be playful," she ligent, creative, concerned about agent in Atlanta.An ATF that she had been"waiting since thought, you love babies, why said. our community, knowledgeable study put Georgia at the top the third grade" for a publication don’t you bring them into the James also mentioned how and inquisitive about our history. for exporting guns. that explored the issues that she world?" some people are surprised when We love to read and desire to According to ATF, felt were important to her and Midwifery is just one of they see her being playful after make a difference in our commu­ Georgia is among the top five other young African American seeing the seriousness that she James’ interests and goals. She nity." exporting states in the last women. James also discussed brings to the magazine business. also loves baking and began a It is clear that Kenya three years for guns used in what aspects of other teen-orient- cake business called Yet, she still maintains a balanced Jordana James is definitely one to crimes in the New York ed publications did not impress Kenyajordana Cakes in the sixth lifestyle for a young adult, despite watch. She is an inspiration to area.Convicting someone of her: "They didn’t reflect me. grade. The profits from the busi­ being the Editorial Director of not only her peers, but also adults They were very shallow with a ness went towards starting Blackgirl. who realize that dreams that ¡smuggling guns requires big emphasis on material things. Blackgirl. Currently, she is work­ We discussed everything appear as impossibilities to others proving that the person sold They are probably doing just ing to develop a "modest apparel" from her involvement in tennis, will continue to remain this way the guns and made a profit what their vision mandates. I am clothing line and also wants to African dance, chess, skating, if you do not take steps to achieve from it. doing what my vision is telling own a number of media proper­ vegetarianism, friendships, her them. When asked what advice Because of the difficulty me." ties, and eventually re-start her love for New York, the new India she would give to aspiring entre­ in doing so, prosecutors are Finally, James arrived at the baking business. Arie cd, and how she likes Zora preneurs James said: charging the students with conclusion that "If no one else is These are quite ambitious Neale Hurston’s novels because "Be determined, set goals lying on the gun application here doing it, you need to do it," "she puts you in the setting." goals, but when talking to James and stay focused. Also, be strong in saying the guns were for and began plans for the publica­ During our interview, James also it is evident that she can accom­ willed and have patience. I am personal use.Students con­ tion. plish them. In addition to dis­ saw one of her mentors from The still learning to be all of these victed face up to 5 years in Determination was defi­ cussing her other entrepreneurial Ben Carson Science Program, things. Also, I would say to begin prison. nitely a huge factor in the devel­ endeavors, James also comment­ Spelman student, Jihan Ahmad. where you are. A lot of times we opment of Blackgirl. James ed on some of her interviewing The two greeted enthusiastically limit ourselves by telling our­ recounted instances where people strengths such as her confidence and chatted about program expe­ selves that we can’t do something did not take the idea of a pre­ and professionalism. riences as well as the benefits of because we don’t have this or teenager starting a magazine seri­ One of her most memorable attending HBCU’s. that. Just begin where you are ously. Her most challenging interviews was with Lauryn Hill, Ahmad commented that and with what you have." L 9 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2003 HEALTH THE SPELMAN SPOTLIGHT Thongs: A Sign of Spelman Exchange Students Discuss the Risky Business Spelman Experience

Teresa Yvonne Smith The National Institute of Sandrea-Lee Swaby in so well with the campus com­ Health Writer Allergy and Infectious Diseases Copy Editor munity, it was important that the (NIAID) reports that frequently students be able to participate in We all like to look cute in our "wearing tight, poorly venti­ Current Spelman exchange planned activities. tight jeans, whether we are going lated clothing and under­ students met before break to give "It was very important to cre­ to the Velvet Room or to our 9:25- wear" can cause yeast advice to outgoing exchange stu­ ate a structure so that students felt class. And to do so, we usually and bladder infec­ dents and talk about their experi­ they were a special group on cam­ hide our panty lines by wearing tions. This may ® ences at Spelman College. pus," Spence said. thongs. But with the increase explain why college ■ In an event organized by the Incoming Dean of fashion statement, thongs may women are prone to Office of the Academic Dean, stu­ Undergraduate Studies, Dr. also cause an increase health risk. chronic yeast infections. dents met in the LLC l Donna Akiba Sullivan Harper, can Recently, aired on November The lack of ventilation Conference Room and were treat­ relate to the exchange experience. 4, 2002, the Discovery Health and the maintenance of ed to a catered luncheon attended She has been a scholar in resi­ Channel’s Berman and Berman: moisture provide an by outgoing Academic Dean, Dr. dence at both Grinnell College and Only for Women series had Dr. ideal environment for Cynthia Neal Spence, Senior New York University and said she Lisa Materson speak with their the growth of yeast. Administrative Assistant, Ada would probably learn much from audience about the trouble with While yeast growth is normal in Family Physicians suggest that Jackson, incoming Dean of, the domestic exchange program thongs. Dr. Materson said, "The the women’s vagina, excessive synthetic underwear may also play Undergraduate Studies, Donna that would be helpful in her new main problem with a thong is that outgrowth becomes an itchy and a key role in obtaining yeast infec­ Akiba Sullivan Harper and position along with incorporating sometimes the strip can ride up irritable problem. tions. They suggest wearing cot­ President Beverly Daniel Tatum. her own experiences. from the rectum to the vaginal The worse case scenario Dr. ton, breathable underwear so as to Students made comments This year’s group of exchange area...so that you can get rectal Materson reports is that the fre­ allow dryness in the genital area. about differences in class size, students had some important do’s bacteria into the vagina." Though quent bacterial infections caused Thongs should not be viewed environment, interpersonal rela­ and don’ts for Spelman students it is sounds graphic, the bacteria by thongs can lead to infertility. as health prohibitions, but rather tionships and spoke of their appre­ going on exchange.: Be open from our rectum is a powerful She said, "...Bacterial vaginosis health cautions; wear them, just ciation for Spelman’s history and minded, try different things , agent that helps degrade fecal can ascend up into the uterus and not as often. As Spelman women, traditions. become involved in school activi­ material. the tubes and cause scarring and we should be able to walk the fine One key point made by a stu­ ties and clubs and, most impor­ Dr. Materson goes on to say, blockage." line of beauty and well-being. It dent was that the way teachers at tantly, don’t compare your home "...the bacteria causes inflamma­ Despite the list of troubles we has been said that "it hurts to be Spelman interpret lessons and institution with your exchange tion and infection [within the have associated with wearing beautiful, " but beauty should not relate them to students was differ­ institution. Some exchange stu­ vagina]...." The thin material of a thongs, this does not mean we jeopardize our health. ent from her home institution and dents were miserable when they thong often spreads the bacteria cannot wear them at all. It is true For more information regard­ that that difference helped her realized that things at Spelman from different compartments of that panty lines are not impressive ing women’s health, visit: grasp the material more quickly. weren’t the same as their home our genital area; and like the din­ in tight clothing. Dr. Materson http://4collegewomen.brandeis.ed President Tatum joined in the institutions, others were grateful ner plate, certain things should said, "It’s not that thongs are bad, u/data/yeastinfections.html or discussion and praised for the change and quickly got not mix. It is the reason why " but sometimes, you need to not http://www.womens- Spelmanites and their achieve­ involved in clubs and organiza­ health.com/index.phtml. you don’t wipe back to front," wear them so often or you need to ments. tions. Academic Dean Spence said Dr. Materson, in order, to know how to pick the right thong." "When I’m asked what it addressed the concerns of prevent the spread of bacteria. The American Academy of means to be at a historically black Spelman students going on college and a woman’s college in exchange next year by telling the 21st century," Tatum said, "I them they would grow in ways always say one of the most impor­ they never imagined. tant things is that students who Making the most of their come to Spelman are out in the Spelman experience, exchange world exploring other educational students attended a discussion that The Spetman S p otlig h t in vhe s you to opportunities beyond our gates." featured Spelman alumna and Outgoing Academic Dean, Dr. Anna J. Cooper Professor of Step Into the Cynthia Neal Spence .whose Women’s Studies, Dr. Beverly office has been in charge of Guy-Sheftall, took a trip to the Spelman’s exchange program, Martin Luther King Center for Light said that this year’s exchange Nonviolent Social Change and group was the largest Spelman has were special guests at Ebenezer This Week's Topics: had. Because the students blended Baptist Church.

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Special Guest Editorial ways our opposition to the war: remained silent. However, the that a true revolution of values ways to resolve our inter­ Harry G. Lefever "Peace is Patriotic," "My Dream question stayed with me. "will look uneasily on the glar­ national and ideological Professor of Sociology - No Iraq War," "War Breeds As I returned home and ing contrast of poverty and differences? When will be Spelman College Terror," "Who Would Jesus pondered the question further, I wealth." A true revolution of refuse to use bombs and Bomb?" "There Is No Nobel reread King's speech to see what values will learn that "the missiles to secure our eco­ On Martin Luther King, War Prize," "Wage Peace," "No question or questions he had Western arrogance of feeling nomic interests? When Jr. holiday I marched with Blood For Oil," "We Still Hear posed when he had said, "War is that it has everything to teach will we learn to live 10,000 fellow Atlantans from You Martin," among others. not the answer." Although he others and nothing to learn from together as a family of Peachtree Street in downtown The two-sided sign 1 held did not structure the discussion them is not just." A true revolu­ nations? Atlanta to the King Center on high read "WAR IS NOT THE that immediately precedes the tion of values "will lay hands on To ask such questions Auburn Avenue. The purpose ANSWER." I had designed the statement in interrogative form, the world order and say of war: is easy. Finding responsi­ of the march was twofold * to sign myself and carefully high­ the discussion can be under­ 'This way of settling differences ble answers, however, will honor the life and work of Dr. lighted the words with a red stood as a series of implied is not just."' require hard work and King, and to continue in our magic marker. The words were questions. King then delivered the fol­ courageous leaders com­ own day his call for peace. not my own. I borrowed them A key question King posed lowing two sentences, the latter mitted to pursuing diplo­ For most of us who marched, from Martin Luther King, Jr.'s was "When will we as a nation of which provided me with the matic means. I admit 1 King*s call for peace clearly speech, "Beyond Vietnam: A undergo a radical revolution of words for my sign: "This kind don’t have appropriate implied a stance of opposition Time to Break Silence," which values?" He boldly declared that of positive revolution of values detailed responses to offer. to the impending war in Iraq. ■ he had delivered in Riverside we must begin to shift from a is our best defense.... War is not But of one thing I am cer­ The mood was festive as Church in New York City on "thing-oriented" society to a the answer." tain * WAR IS NOT THE we walked six and seven April 4, 1967 (one year to the "person-oriented" society: King's call for a true revolu­ ANSWER. abreast down Auburn Avenue day before his death). "When machines and comput­ tion of values is supremely Former President toward the King Center. Shortly after the march ers, profit motives and property urgent now that war lurks so Jimmy Carter was certain­ However, the festiveness was began, a fellow marcher glanced rights are considered more horribly bright on the world's ly right when in his recent tempered by our awareness of at my sign and asked, "What is important than people, the giant horizon. When will we under­ Nobel Peace Prize speech the possible bloodshed that the question?" He made the triplets of racism, materialism stand that militarism is as great he said, "We will not learn lay ahead. remark in jest, and I, recogniz­ and militarism are incapable of a threat to democracy as racism how to live together in Most of us carried signs ing the rhetorical nature of his being conquered." and materialism? peace by killing each expressing in a variety of question, just smiled and King continued by saying When will we find peaceful other’s children." Public Safety: One Student Speaks

525-6401 is more often October 24, 2002 I, along asked him to close my door. on duty. Apparently, he rec­ I also told them I would be recognized as the number with two friends, was leav­ As he continued to demand ognized my car and began to more than willing to speak given to undesirable guys in ing campus, already late for my ID, I realized that this walk into the parking deck with someone during the the club than the number an event. A Public Safety unidentified male turned out as my passengers and I were daytime when I felt more Spelman students should officer was parked in front to be a Spelman College parking. We took the back comfortable, they continued call if our lives are in danger. of the main exit blocking all Public Safety officer. Yet he exit of the parking lot to ask for my ID and said However, it is the number to exiting traffic. After a few would not identify himself because it was closer to our this was my chance to tell Public Safety and when moments of waiting I anx­ and did not have his badge in dorm. However, as we were my story and would not let dialed the person on the iously blew my horn at the a visible place. This officer walking, we heard footsteps us leave, at which point I other end will ask if you SUV to let the person know called another officer on approaching us. Officer #2, called 911. have an emergency. If your that there were several cars duty to get a third person who at no point announced This behavior is not answer is no then you are put waiting behind us. After from the Public Safety his presence in the parking acceptable from anyone on hold while they do what­ hearing my horn, the car Office to come and speak deck, was chasing us much less from the ever else they deem more began to move through a dark "Protectors of our Future." important. In my four years forward only to .y: area outside of As tuition-paying ¿ Í at Spelman College, Public come to another £•»’’%. y the parking deck. Spelmanites we cannot let Safety has built an impres­ complete stop. f8 § i As we arrived our money be wasted on sive record of being the lazi­ At this point I -V" in the parking lot men and women of the law est, incapable, uncommitted blew my horn of LLCI, scared who do not care about our law enforcement officials I once more. The because of the personal safety. This inci­ have ever come in contact driver of the Ford Explorer with me. unidentified man chasing us, dent is just one of many in with. The motto of the got out and ran back to my Both gentlemen blocked a Spelman College SUV which students have had Spelman College window, which was down at my car in order to prevent pulled up in front of us, cut­ concerns with Public Safety. Department of Public Safety the time, and began to yell, me from leaving campus and ting off our path. Officer # 2 In my opinion, instead of is "Protectors of our Future," "Don’t you see that car on while one demanded my ID ran up behind us with a them spending thousands of but the only thing I see them campus, don’t drink and the other wrote down my smirk on his face while the dollars on brand new SUV’s protecting is their own drive!" referring to the license plate number. Officer driver of the car, a woman, and cars to drive on 32 acres behinds. When the concern wrecked car in front of the #2, who did not identify got out and asked for our of land that only the officers is directly related to the post office during homecom­ himself either, asked to see IDs. I asked her why she can ride in, and for officers department specifically ing week. The officer was my ID because his colleague wanted to see our IDs. She to have a more comfortable things are taken care of irate and rude, a display of alleged I was driving too claimed that two of the offi­ place to sleep while sitting expeditiously, while we are attitude that both annoyed close to his car. After going cers were cursed at earlier in on the bridge on Lee Street made a secondary concern. and slightly unnerved me, so back and forth with both the evening which was or to frequent the drive- The attitude of our Public I let up my window to keep officers for a few minutes, I inconsistent with Officer # through at Popeye’s, we Safety, the officials appoint­ him from hurting my passen­ put the car in reverse and 2’s claim that I was being need to get a brand new set ed to protect our well-being, gers and me. exited the College from reprimanded for driving too of individuals who are will­ leads me to recall my per­ He then opened my car another entrance. close to Officer # l’s car. I ing to be "Protectors of our sonal encounter of harass­ door and demanded to see When I arrived back on told both of them I had no Future.” ment with Public Safety. my identification card. I campus at around 2:30 in the ID, but gave them my name Maria LLyod On the evening of asked him who he was and morning, Officer #2 was still and identified my residence. Class of‘04 11 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2003 PERPSPECTIVES THE SPELMAN SPOTLIGHT

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Teresa Leggard '05 Wait...The SSGA does what? Inquisitive Eleven Kendall Wilson wants to see change and has met Those of us affiliated with 11. Don’t get left behind. Contributing Writer with the Office of Student Affairs the old Student Government to figure out its role. Like trying Association have had a hard time The Spelman Student a court case, there is time for dis­ coming to accept and understand Government Association has covery. This semester has been the new structure. Students who 1. Do the people on American Idol experienced tremendous changes our time for discovering and knew S.S.G.A. for what it was since last academic school year. understanding the change we last year and prior don’t know have REAL family and friends who That explains their theme for the have undergone." what to expect of this new year, "C.H.A.N.G.E.", which is Critics would argue while a S.S.G.A. Could this be the rea­ love them? an acronym for Cohesive, period adjustment is warranted, a son why we feel Spelman’s 2. If they do, why do they let them Hardworking, Approachable, semester of inactivity is inexcus­ Student Government Association Novel, Genuine, and able. But despite these feelings, is not what it should be, because go on national television and play Enthusiastic. The Spelman com­ S.S.G.A. has remained viable. we don’t know how things oper­ munity has accepted the changes Spelman Student Government ate internally? themselves? on the forefront, but what are the Association is now trying to fig­ Administration has not given students saying behind closed ure out how they will work with S.S.G.A. much to feed off of in 3. Are you about excited about All- doors. the changes given by administra­ terms of their role. So does The governing body, that tion. In dealing with administra­ administration know what role Star Weekend because you have was once mainly social, has a tive changes, S.S.G.A have been S.S.G.A. should assume? Iyamu tickets to the game and VIP to chance to bring about the change able to initiate and maintain con­ stated, "They are waiting for promised by its representatives tact with the President of the col­ S.S.G.A. to determine its role." I the after parties? and sought after by the student lege. The S.S.G.A. President and question that the role of our stu­ body. Yet, is the power truly in Vice President have met with an dent government could be identi­ 4. Or are you just glad you can be a the hands of this governing array of school officials to pave fied if opened up to the students. body? There appears to be a shift the way. They are trailblazers We as a student body are the best groupie for b-ball players instead in power with the newly restruc­ preparing the governing mecha­ individuals to consult because tured House of Representatives. nism for the next group to func­ the governing body is for us. The of greeks for the weekend? Therefore, what is S.S.G.A. tion as the Spelman Student thought had not been considered 5. Did you really replace the word doing in their effort of change Government Association. within the S.S.G.A., nor had it and its affects on the student Though visibility has less­ been discussed. Presently, our “piggyback, with “tailgate”? body? ened, our Student Government Student Government Association Could it be that the change Representatives have been work­ is looking at other Student 6. Did everybody get a Burberry they speak about is actually an ing. They have devised a student Government Associations for internal change or search for concern process, which awaits ideas. scarf for Christmas identity? What is the purpose of approval. S.S.G.A. sponsors Spelman Student this new entity and what are their town halls; the H.E.L.L.O. cam­ Government Association needs to 7. Why did they have on sweatsuits? objectives? Students should feel paign to work on Spelman sister­ make decisions and make admin­ 8. So maybe people took the confident in its governing body hood; a faculty meet and greet in istration go along with them. and its ability to address con­ the cafeteria; has established a S.S.G.A. is missing the whole “Stomp” theme a bit to li cerns and embody their voice. It faculty liaison to sit on the beauty of their being a, new would be better for the Student Faculty Council of the school; S.S.G.A. By conferring with stu­ 9. Why* is Drumline the new “A Government Association to fall and as the Academic Deans dents we can make our governing attempting to bring about change, Office facilitates a search for a body what we want and see fit. Different World,” for the great then to stand representing noth­ new Dean, S.S.G.A. has arranged Spelman’s S.S.G.A. has never ing. Many students have mixed for students to sit on the search asked students their opinion and portion of society that knows feelings on this "change". committee. Iyamu states, "Some therefore don’t know. Talking to nothing about HBCU’s? In interviewing E. "Joyce" students don’t see the fruits of students and making decisions Iyamu, president of Spelman’s our labor because we are paving together is means for gaining the 10. Nikki Giovanni was crunk about governing body, she stated, the way and laying down a foun­ power we talk about. "Student government definitely dation from scratch." that tatoo wasn’t she? THIS IS DAVE.

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