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This Book is brought to you for free and open access by the Digital Collections at Aggie Digital Collections and Scholarship. It has been accepted for inclusion in NCAT Student Newspapers by an authorized administrator of Aggie Digital Collections and Scholarship. For more information, please contact [email protected]. North Carolina A&T State University THE www. ncatregister.com VOLUME 77, NO. 12 REGISTERFebruary Monday, 3, 2003 COPYRIGHT© 2003 A&T honors Ronald E. McNair Tiffany S. Jones Register Contributor Jan. 28 marked the 17th Annual Ronald E. McNair Day. It honors outstanding Aggie Ronald E. McNair. McNair was born on Oct. 21, 1950, in Lake City, SC. He graduated valedictori- an of Carver High School in 1967. Upon graduation, he ventured to Aggieland where he joined Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. In 1971, he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Physics. In 1975, he went on to study laser physics in France. The following year, he obtained his Ph.D. in Philosophy from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. In 1978, he was selected by NASA as an astronaut candidate. His first flight as a mission specialist took place on Feb. 3, 1984. On Jan. 28, 1986, McNair died aboard the space shuttle Challenger approximately one minute after its take off. Natasha Rogers/Submitted photo 0 3 Lt- C Ben amin A Drew Prior to his death, McNair was award- ;;*' > " sPo"
and he befriended so many people. Tonight was very powerful," Renick DEATH said. A&T students Continuedfrom page 1 Many of Chris' friends insist that he A 90-minute Remembrance was not a trouble maker, but instead a Ceremony was held in honor of peacemaker and also a laid-back individ- Harm Harmon on Jan. 29, where students, ual who always wanted to lend a helping remember staff, family, friends and alumni were hand. Chrissy D. able to and remember Harmon. "Man, he was laid back and cool. He pray Foster, a mem- The ceremony, led by the singing of wasn't the type of person that would go ber of the N.C. Foster and a out and cause trouble," said Spruill. "He A&T student Chrissy Gospel by Mr. Aggie, Darrell Young, held his ground but he wouldn't go out A&T poem Fellowship Choir filled Stallings Ballroom to near capaci- and start trouble. He was quiet, and a lot sang, "His Eye is ty and left many in tears. of people don't know him like that. He the Sparrow" "I'm uplifted by the ceremony because wasn't out there like that." on during a remem- so many of the students, faculty and Dr. Samuel Moseley, a professor in the had brance ceremony staff were here to celebrate thejife of political science department who for Christopher one of our students," said A&T Harmon in two of his classes, added Chancellor James C. Renick. that Harmon's quiet demeanor proved Jerome Harmon "It really says a lot about who we are that he was well-raised and respectful. in Stallings as a community when we take time out Bishop also said that Chris was a well- Ballroom, Jan. atmosphere 29. Harmon, 20, to recognize and realize how important respected person and the room. was gunned Chris was to all of us, not only to those was good when he was in the 26 of us who knew him personally but "Everybody loved Chris," said Bishop. down Jan. what he represented. Chris was here to "He never had any anger against any- near Enigma learn, to achieve, to accomplish things one." night club on Patterson Ave. lack of student participation and sup Police are still port investigating the SGA This event is a balance between the shooting. Continuedfrom page 1 information sessions the departments Charles Wi events that The WNAALive Squad will provide the have and the more enjoyable by the Holder said. music for this event. are sponsored SGA, by the "We have been working with Other events being sponsored Barbados and SGA all year and we felt SGA include a movie night on Feb. 27 Letters to the edito and a throwback party in the Stallings like this event would be a good way to welcomed by e-mail at inform students about their history," Ballroom on Feb. 21. are a reception for said music director Maurice "Mo' SGA is also hosting [email protected] or by mail Money" Mayer. the Young Gifted and Black program by the Office of "We wanted this event to be fun," that is sponsored University, and Residence. N.C. A&T State Holder said. "This event will allow the Housing menu for the Soul Food Fest will students to have fun and learn all at the The Box E-25, to dirtyrice), same time." include jallofrice (similare macaroni cited the recent Martin Luther curry chicken, barbequed ribs, 1601 E. Market St., He and King Jr. Celebration by pointing out the and cheese, fried fish, candied yams collard greens. Greensboro, NC 27411 McNair also broke down racial barri- Letters must be signed and should ers during a time where many African- MCNAIR Americans weren't considered intelli- an address and telephone num Continuedfrompage 1 gent enough for careers like the one he had. Student Government Association The "He paved the way for African- over the program and it includ- presided to achieve their goals," Isley- from SGA, Ronald E. Americans ed presentations George said McNair scholars, Chancellor James down racial barriers and Chancellors Gilbert "He broke Schlumberger: Renick, Vice of determination, hope and Wilson and many left alegacy Casterlow and Roselle encouragement," Pauling said. put The speaker for the event "Because they no limits others. guest order to be a Ronald E. McNair Benjamin A. Drew, NASA In was Lt. Col. Scholar, a student must go through an on how high I can climb astronaut, application process which includes an "Being a McNair scholar means that I or how far I can explore." essay that must detailing future plans the expectations that are exemplify high and aspirations. They must also discuss of a McNair scholar," said expected attending graduate school. Schlumberger Ltd. is a $ 13 billion Pauling, Ronald E. McNair Renae In order to qualify for the Ronald E. technology services company active in Scholar. McNair Scholars Program, the student more than I 00 countries. So when we a McNair scholar shows that promise you the world, we mean it. "Being must be either a first-generation college come low-income fam- people can from student or show financial need. And careers at Schlumberger are "borderless," ilies or single-parent families and still which means you have lifelong opportunities to achieve their dreams with the help of move across disciplines and divisions. So you can programs like this one," said McNair follow your heart and intellectAnd explore Isley-George. the boundaries of science and technology as scholar Nakia you expand your own horizons. If you have a passion to excel and want a future without limits, you'll discover we speak your SECC surpasses language. In any language, it's the opportunity of; lifetime.Take a minute to visit our website at www.slb.com/careers. campaign goal NC A&T Interviews! By Tornetha Baldwin Linda Wilson and vice co-chairperson, Information Meeting: to draw in donations February 4, 2003 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm Register Contributor Dr. Thurman Guy, McNair Hall, Room 239 to the campaign. exceeded its for the Interviewing: N.C. A&T goal we first received the challenge Combined "When February 5, 2003 2002 State Employees of raising $105,000, which was the orig- (SECC) thanks to the sup- BS or MS Degrees: Campaign inal goal, we thought that we were All Engineering and t.T. disciplines, Geoscien of employees and retirees. Physics, Math port maybe being too ambitious," Wilson Chemistry, of $105,000 was The campaign's goal said. the cam- exceeded by $16,000, giving This was the first year A&T beat its paign a grand total of $121,227. is still coming in, Mers and goal and money "I'm overwhelmed at the support said. of we have Schlumberger the gracious amount money Wilson says that the abundance of to receive An Equal received and are continuing shows how committed the second co-chair- support 1 from supporters," said A&T is towards the further develop- Dr. Robert C. person of the campaign, ment of the campaign Mers. Mers worked along with chairperson 4 Opinion February 3, 2003
Tarah Holland, editor/nans and opinion Chris Wallace, editor/sports and E-Vibes AGGIES TALK Sharonda Eggleton, photo editor Kunle Oluwadiya, business manager Karina Hardy, news reporter/online editor Trina Logan, entertainmentreporter Contributors: Tornetha Baldwin, Jessica DeVault, Alexandra Gray, James Harris III, Jameya Porter, Tiffany S. Jonesand Crystal Daily. BACK!!! Valerie Nieman,faculty adviser What does Black History Month mean to you? Editorial Policy Editorials reflect the opinions of the A&T Register but not necessarily those of "I guess to me it lets me know how fortunate I the university. Views in guest commentaries and letters to the editor am to get a minority scholarship to a black univer- are those of the writer. sity or college, and how I am not looked down with black people, and Register upon forhaving friendships The A&T regard friendships." E-25,1601 E. Market St. how highly I our Box sophomore, computer sci- Greensboro, NC 27411 Adam Andrew, E-mail [email protected] ence major Telephone (336)334-7700
In Remembrance of "In a word it means remembrance, everything that our ancestors fought for, our right to vote, our right to ride a bus, our right to be at this Christopher Harmon institution, or at any institution we choose." Raushawna Clayton, senior, industrial engineering major By Trina Logan Promises are defined as indications Entertainment Reporter that somebody or someone will turn out I hear a lot of people say that they successful. Chris promised me that I never knew Christopher Harmon. I sat would do "big things" as a writer. As the "It means the study of recent past, and how our and listened to at his tears fall on the keyboard of this com- everyone speak black leaders paved the way for us today." puter, I promise him that I will. memorial Sean Murphy, sophomore, electrical engi- Here's my tribute to Christopher service and I neer major realized that a Harmon: person's spirit Aggies, we lost a young black brother is inside a little by gun violence that's increasing bit of every- His death should give us all a shock one treatment If you've Some of us should take a look and "It us a chance to learn more and under- ever bright- think about what it is that we believe in gives ened some- Because were having to bury an Aggie, stand more about our history and heritage." graphic com- one's day by who just died for no reason Wayne Robinson, freshman, technology major smiling, you Ignorance tookhis life and packaged it munication knew him. with a gun our a friend and If you ever Trina Logan Left Aggies without gave a ride to Lisa Harmon without a son someone in need, you knew him He's alive y'all, just physically not on If you're in college trying to better Earth. your life, you knew him. If you ever encouraged someone to We shouldreflect on his souland make it our do great things in life, you knew him. rebirth Three P's come to mind as I inform Some of us should take that collegiate you of the life Chris lived. He was a image and destroy it philanthropist, peacemaker and a dealer Honestly, canyou think of who actually ben- of promises. efts? Hopefully, these little insertions will Everyone should celebrate his life and never help those who've never come across forget his path to acknowledge and value his This honorable man, asyoupayyour respects memory Chris was that cat with the big smile on the Philanthropy is defined as a general worst day ever love or desire to improve humanity, In fact he encouraged me to blend word: especially through charitable activities. together Christopher Harmon epitomized the His spirit will always inspire me as I take very meaning of this term by spreading thejournalistic battle between apen and apad love and wisdom to his family, friends Iwillcherish and love him dearlyfor the brie and peers moments that we had Peacemaker is defined as someone Commemorate his memory to the highest who brings peace and reconciliation degree between others. Christopher was a For he will always remain as Dr. Mosek peacemaker among men who portrayed says "A Gentle Giant" in ourAggiefamily boy-like actions. Briefly stated...
Richard Reid, who admitted to trying had to be dragged out of the courtroom to blow up an American Airlines flight by federal marshals as he denounced with explosives in his shoes was sen- American foreign policy against Islamic tenced to life in prison Jan. 30. countries Authorities said Reid was equipped Reid, a British citizen, was given a 20 with enough plastic explosives in his year-sentence for each of the fou shoes to blow a hole in the fuselage of counts he was charged. the plane and kill all 197 people aboard Again, another terrorist has been on Dec. 22, 2001. taken off the street, and without the After Reid also attacked a flight atten- death penalty, he will remain off the dant on the jetliner, he was subdued by street. Reid deserved his punishment several passengers and given a tranquil- and because of quick tiiinking by the izer by a doctor onboard. airline passengers, 197 didn't lose their After the judgeread his sentence, Reid lives February 3, 2003 Campus News
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Video Games taking Universal and Motown in interest of A&T males search of college reps By Chris Wallace "I play late because I guess the day is By Alexandra Gray Register Sports/ E-Vibes Editor winding down and it's something calm Register Contributor First and 10 for the Eagles at the 49ers to do," said Aaron Coles, a freshman Ever have dreams of working for a record label? Well, Universal and Motown 45-yard line. McNabb back to pass. broadcast production .major. "It does records could give you that very opportunity. Universal and Motown Records I could be While the controller continues to click affect your studies because has organized a college representative program, in which college students are studying right now. It's always some- and clack, so does the game clock at being urged to apply for a position within Universal and Motown records. 0:21 remaining in the second quarter, thing you could be doing educationally, the position is on a voluntary basis, the chosen students will pro- wait Although and the real time, which is at 12:35 a.m., but I'm playing this and usually mote the work of artists such as Erykah Badu, India Arie, Nelly and Brian to do work." quickly clicks to 12:45 a.m. and then until the last minute my McKnight. Even as some students are admittedly 12:52 a.m. It doesn't faze some video In order to apply for the position, you have to have at least a 2.5 GPA or bet- with their addiction to the gamers, however, despite study respon- struggling ter, have knowledge and love for urban music and be driven and outgoing. The sibilities and early classes. video games, retailers are benefiting position also involves supplying campus radio station dj's with music, passing from the increased interest. Retailer As junior N.C. A&T student Chris out promotional material around campus and doing bi-weekly updates on pro- Chappell continues to concentrate on Best Buy's overall sales increased drasti- motion activity. for the month of December, going the game (Madden 2003 on Playstation cally In the past, the only record company to have a representative on A&T s cam- 2) as if pus was Atlantic. Codie Sanders, an A&T graduate, was last year's Adantic he's plot- per c-e n t records college representative over the ting "I really love music, so I was excited about the opportunity to work with a move in a previous major record label like Adantic and being close to what goes on behind the month's game of scenes at a major record label," said Sanders. chess, he sales, and Although his love for music and excitement from his job made it an enjoy- shows no Wal-Mart's able process, Sanders also added that there some difficult times as there would sales sign ot be in any job increased anger on "The most difficult thing was coming up with marketing strategies for new by 9.5 per- the outside artists; like when I had a meet and greet for Nappy Roots, nobody wanted to about the cent come because no one knew who there were," said Sanders. December 49ers scor- For those of you who gain the opportunity to work with Motown and ing on his 2002 com- Universal Records, Sanders had these words of advice. pared to the Eagles, "I would say get close to all your SGA people, radio people, television peo- same nor does time ple and newspaper people. You'll need help from everyone in order to make Eggleton/ Register Photographer period last he show Sharonda your experience a success the fatigue Junior engineer major Chris Preston plays his vear; Applications are available on the web at www.mypeopleonline.com or ques- Tech of a long Xbox in his spare time. Hi tions can me emailed to [email protected]. Applications will be Game day of reviewed and two to three students will be chosen from each college or uni- a store that sells video games classes with another day of classes just Centre, versity. hours ahead. However, internally, the and systems in Greensboro, is one of anger boils inside about not picking the the beneficiaries of the increased inter- right defense to defend the 49ers. est. This trend seems to be pretty typical "Our sales have definitely increased," of college students nowadays; morning said Lawrence Smith, a sales associate at and midday classes, afternoon to early Hi-Tech. "It's becoming very popular evening naps and late-night snacks and because most systems are coming with WE GAINED WEIGHT dates with video games. built-in DVD players and people can "I'm interested in playing video play online now. We've got a lot of col- games, sports in particular because it lege guys buying them, and they are usu- makes me more aware of the actual ally males. If a woman buys them, it's sport itself," said Chappell, while con- usually for their kids." templating his next play. "I like to win. I The intensity level between the players as high as ever, and the competitive- like to improve and appreciate the qual- is We've added over 250,000 brand new scholarships ity of the updated versions because of ness is uncanny. Sometimes the compet- therealism." itiveness gets out of control, however. and revamped our entire site to give you With the increased interest in the "It's very competitive," said Yusef video games amongst college students, Lawrence, a senior computer aided more accurate search results! studies seem to be the thing that is design drafting (CADD) major at N.C. being set aside because of the games, A&T. "It's just like another sport. especially playing well beyond the mid- You're trying to gauge yourself and see night hour. Some students even admit how good you are and what you can get that playing video games does affect better at." their studying, but it is their way to Whatever the case may be, the video relax. game is becoming a household name. Artist brings new twist By Karina Hardy Register Online Editor B.B. King, Duke Ellington and Billie Holiday all had a sense of musical style that could not be touched by any other musician of their time. Nationally renowned jazz vocalist and Chicago native Brienn Perry hopes to achieve the same greatness and unique quality as the timeless performers before him. "Positively," Perry's debut CD recorded with the legendary Frank Foster, embod- ies a rare combination of astounding talentand a warm presence that exudes charm and sophistication. An accomplished musician, Perry started out at a young age singing and playing the trombone. As his passion for music blossomed, Perry began to perform at sev- eral main venues throughout Chicago and eventually gained the opportunity to per- form with the Chicago Jazz Orchestra, John Barrett Swing Orchestra and the Norwegian Cruise line's "Jazz Cruise" to the western Caribbean. Check out A&T Register's For those who need a break from the everyday loud and often outrageous lyrics in most of today's music, this is the album for you. His smooth jazz vocals are rem- Scholarship Channel at: iniscent of George Benson and Sammy Davis Jr. and has the ability to relax the mind, bodies and spirits of even the most vexed of souls. www.ncatregister.com/scholarships Songs such as "Sweet Lorraine" and "Teach Me Tonight" will get couples in the mood for romance. So players show your girl that you have a sensitive side and get her in the mood by slipping in Perry's CD, turn down the lights and do what you powered by: do. Ladies, get your man in the mood to do what you want him to do. 7 Sports February 3, 2003 Spartans roll past Aggies, 83-60 By Chris Wallace Norfolk State guard Daryl Towe, who scored a team- Register Sports/ E-Vibes Editor high 16 points in just 23 minutes. "We were on a two- Things just don't seem to be getting any better for game losing streak and wanted to play well because we the Aggies. knew that this was a big game. This game was a moti- On Jan. 27 in front of a modest crowd at Corbett vator and we just want to keep it moving." Sports Center, the Norfolk State Spartans used their Midway through the first-half, the Spartans (6-2, 9-8) three-point shooting and fast break ability to run past led the Aggies 20-17 after a three-pointer by Aggie the winless N.C. A&T Aggies by a score of 83-60. guard Tyrone Green but outscored them 28-9 over the "We needed this win just as much as they did," said remaining nine minutes to take a 48-26 halftime lead. The Aggies (0-7, 0-14) were led by Green, who tal- lied a game-high 19 points, including three of four from three-point range but didn't get much else on offense as they shot 33.9 percentfrom the field and hit only 10 of 19 free throws. "That boy can play. I don't want to see him anymore this year," said Norfolk State head coach Dwight Freeman of Green. "When you get a player who can break down a defense and create, then he's good. It's like when I coached at Miami (Fla.) and we played Sharonda Eggleton/ Register Photographer against Allen Iverson (Georgetown). We knew he'd get Aggie head coach Curtis Hunter, center, his but we just had to stop everyone else." tries to motivate his team versus The Spartans' sizzling shooting shook the Aggies Norfolk State. He has become zone defense all night as they shot 51.5 percent from increasingly frustrated with the losing. including nine of 18 from three-point range, the field, in and we have to start playing the the paint. It hardly We play spurts, and outscored the Aggies 42-16 in whole 40 minutes hard." shot 10 of 22 from three- mattered that the Aggies Norfolk State guard Ryan Greer added 15 points land as this was all but decided by hdftime. point game while Chakowby Hicks added 11 points and six out with the same "I don't think everyone came rebounds and three assists. Landon Beckwith was the Chris Ferguson, who intensity," said Aggie forward only Aggie, beside Green, who scored in double fig- Sharonda Eggleton/ Register Photographer 12rebounds. "Everybody didn't playhard. We grabbed as he scored 12 points, all of which came with be consistent having inside play, the guards ures Aggie guard Tyrone Green (3) scored 19 have to by three-pointers. points in the loss to Norfolk State. hitting their shots, boxing out and just playing hard. Glover's last-second heroics Aggie Sports Notes give Lady Aggies second win By but they managed to over- men's team fell to GREGORY BOND turnovers, 's baske : The basketball Register Contributor '■ come the pressure by hitting 51 percent 0-14 after the 83-60 loss to Norfolk State. They will This bunch of ladies wouldn't let from the field. travel to play Bethune-Cookman on Feb. 3 and return themselves lose this one. After Glover hit the game-winning ball and home to play Coppin State on Feb. 8 and Morgan State In a game that featured 13 ties and 15 three-pointer, she stole the was fouled with 1.5 seconds left. An excited on Feb. 10. lead changes, freshman guard Shareka "Mia" Glover rose above them all, lift- Roundtree burst out with joy on the ing the N.C. A&T Aggies over the sideline. Ladies' sketball: The ladies' basketball team won Norfolk State Spartans by a score of 76- "I'll have to give it to the kids," said its second game of the season, beating Norfolk State 73. Roundtree. "The kids played their hear mean refused to lose 76-73 in dramatic fashion. The women will also travel Glover emerged to score a career-high out. I they just an record 32 points tonight. I mean they went out and exe to and return home to play and A&T freshman face Bethune-Cookman in the game, including six of nine from cuted on offense. I'm just proud of the Coppin State and Morgan State on Feb. 8 and 10. three-point range. Glover also added a team." team-high 13 rebounds and six assists. The Spartans out-rebounded the Swimming: The Aggie swim team will compete in the Tawanda Jackson helped out with 21 Aggies 44-36 in the game, but the Aggies were dominating from the three- Southern Championship held in Radford, Va., from points while Camile Akins chipped in with 13 points, despite being hampered point line, hitting 10 of their 20 Feb.13-15. with a shoulder injury. attempts, including Glover's last second "Camile has a shoulder problem," said heroics. indoor track: The indoor track team will participate in Aggie head coach Saudia Roundtree. Renata Phillips led the Spartans with and 15 rebounds, despite the New York Armory meet on Feb. 14 in Landover, Md "Her shoulder pops in and out, but I 16 points really love Camile to death because she shooting only seven of 20 from the Lawanda comes back out and gives you 110 per- field, while teammate Ba Ui The men's baseball team was swept by cent." Newman added 14 points and six Savannah State (2-0) in a doubleheader. The Aggies The Aggies (2-5, 2-12), with only rebounds in defeat. dropped the first game 8-0 and the second game 11-9. seven players active, held down Norfolk T.FADING SCORERS Aggies first home game will be on Feb. 8 at 12 State's (4-4, 5-11) number two ranked N.C. A&T The scoring offense by limiting them to only noon. Shareka "Mia" Glover- 32 34.9 percent shooting from the field and Tawanda Jackson- 21 five of 17 from three-point land. Norfolk State Softball: The Lady Aggies softball team will open its TheAggies seemed to be having some Renata Phillips- season on Feb. 13 on the road against Gardner-Webb. problems with Norfolk State's full court pressure, which forced them into 27 LaWanda Newman- The home opener is setfor Feb. 19 against the College of Charleston. $2,000 for your Student Earn $1rOOO - Group in just 3 hours! Bowling: The bowling team will compete in the Southern Borders Open from Feb. 8-9 in Cary, N.C Multiple fundraisingoptions available. No carwashes. No raffles. Just success! with the 'that work! Fundraising dates are filling quickly. Get programs If there are questions or comments about the sports page, campus please feel free to contact Chris Wallace at FUNDRAISER ■ College Fundraising [email protected] or call (336) 334-7700. Also check out Your Trusted Sourcefor updated sports and other information at our website: www.ncatregister.com 8 Campus News February 3 2003
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