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VOLUME 88, NO. 45 FRIDAY, MARCH 4, 2005 WWWTHEHILLTOPONLINE.COM

THURSDAY Howard University Celebrates1138th Anniversary NOfEJOOK I BY AYESHA RASCOE .. . Campus Editor CAMPUS 10 Reasons to FAMED POET VISITS HU While some students con­ sider Charter Day a break from .Attend Charter Day classes, it is actually a com­ SHOWTIME memoration of the founding of "I think it's important that students see the celebration , .. • of black intellectualism and see a parade of black profes- ATTHE Howard University. 1 sors and doctors and just higher education as it relates to APOLLO Today at 11 a.m. in Cramton WINNER black people. In a day where our role models are in white tees, Auditorium, the University and it's important to have role models in academic gowns," Matthew JESSICA community will celebrate 138 Goins, Assistant Director of Student Activities for Publications. CARE years of higher learning at the MOORE Mecca with the Charter Day "On Charter Day, we remember the University's founders a and see living examples of the fulfillment of their dreams, VISITED A Convocation. 2 CREATIVE aud we hear about the University's glorious past and great In addition, four Howard traditions as well as some of its present-day contributions and WRITING graduates will be honored with its hopes for the future," James A. Donaldson, Dean of College of CLASS AND Distinguished Alumni Awards: Arts and Sciences. · SHARED Walter J. Leonard, Charles "It provide.? a good forum for students to network and HER COLLECTION OF J. McDonald, Wendy Raquel POETRY. PAGE 2 3 a meet people who have been successful in their endeav­ Robinson, and Thelma Barnaby ors, who can give some good pointers to students as to Thompson. what they need to do to become distinguished alumni some time ' ' NATION & WORLD This year's Charter Day in the future," Charles A. Mante, Assistant Vice President for KING OF POP'S BATTLE speaker is Richard English, the Administrative Services/Financial Management. provost and chief academic offi­ "It celebrates on of the glorious days in our history. It's WITH LAW CONTINUES cer of the University. English has 4 • like our birthday for Howard University," Precious Kofie, FIND OUT WHAT THE ACCUS­ been provost since November 12, UGSA Recording Secretary. ER'S SISTER SAID ABOUT . 2004, but has been associated "Dr. English has a career that spans several decades and MICHAEL JACKSON.PAGE 4 with Howard for much longer as 5 • is considered an expert in the area of social work. I don't the dean of the School of Social want our students to miss this chance to hear from one of Work for 18 years. the world's most outstanding scholars," Franklin D. Chambers, Despite the meaning behind Vice Provost of Student Affairs. the event and the honors the - "It's good for students to attend at least one Charter Day LIFE & STYLE speaker has received, some stu­ 6 • before they leave because it's a part of the Howard experi­ DROPPING THIS dents may remain unconvinced ence. They should attend one time so they understand the MONTH that they should forego sleep­ purpose behind it," Donneshia Taylor, HUSA Chief of Staff. ing in to attend the Charter Day "It will be the first time the new provost has a time to WHAT'S Convocation. Therefore, admin­ COM ING TO 7 a address students in a formal introduction," Muhammad istrators and student leaders Salaam, UGSA Financial Advisor. THEATERS, have shared ten reasons why ww"'-how.1rd.ec. u "It's an event everyone should attend because it celebrates RAD IOS, students should attend Charter Provost Richard A. English, Ph.D. will be delivering the 8 • the founding of Howard University," Conrad \.Yoody, BOOKSHELVES, Day. Charter Day address at 11a.m. In Cramton Auditorium. AND STAG­ HUSA President. ES THIS "This celebrates the founding of the University so it has • MONTH? • • 9 • historical significance. We encourage student involvement FIND OUT Charter Day Convocation • Charter Day Lunch eon • Charter Day Dinner because that's who the University is for, " Belinda Lightfoot­ Watkins, Student Activities Director. WHAT NEW Friday, March 4 • Friday, March 4 • Saturday, March 5 11 a.m. • 12:30 p.m. • 7 p.m. RELEASES ARE ON THE HO­ "It's a part of the Howard legacy," Kory Jordan, HUSA RIZO N. PAOE 8 Cramton Auditorium • Blackburn Center • Hilton Hotel II 1 0 • executive secretary. • .. ' '

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SPORTS The Messiah Has Arrived ilf the Amateur Apollo BASKETBALL SEASON BY MAXINE MOFFETI her age. "Sherika was a champ COMES TO A CLOSE Nation & World Editor who fought with and without SEE HOW THE MEN'S AND the gloves. Sherika was never With adrenaline rushing afraid of being knocked down. WOMEN'S BASKETBALL through his veins and anxi­ TEAMS ARE PREPARING TO Until she fought HIV." ety flowing· through his heart, Among the Howard stu­ CLOSE OUT THEIR REGULAR Messiah Ramkissoon stepped SEASON GAME VERSUS THE dents that attended was '5enior into the Apollo Theater, one of Brian Casoro. DELAWARE STATE HOR­ the toughest rings in America. NETS. PAOE 10 He said, "The crowd really The Apollo was geared up with received Messiah, judging by an ancient Sandman, funny the silence of the crowd dur­ Monique and eager to boo, ing the performance, and the New Yorkers. standing ovation after all four But with the sword of his HU CALENDAR performances." spoken word, M~ssiah was The political science major MARCH4 prepared; he cut through the added, "He came out a close Charter Day Convocation hearts of more than 2,400 peo­ second among 10,000 people. MARCH 6 ple with ease. On Feb. 26, and After the show, a lot of people Charter Day Dinner 27, Messiah beat his competi­ gave him his props." MARCH12 tors and walked away with the Jessie Harris, a sophomore Second Deferred Tuition first place crown not once but public relations major, said, Payment Due three times. Messiah made it "After Messiah's first show, MARCH12 all the way to the final champi­ an audience member, and FAFSAApplication Due onships, and in the end placed complete stranger to Messiah second out of 10,000 contes­ approached him to tell him how WEATHER tants. much she felt his message and Messiah is a junior public Today--- Mostly Sunny enjoyed the performance. She relations major born and raised came back the next day with 10 High: 45 in Trinidad, until moving to Low:34 people from.her block to solely Annapolis, Maryland at age 11. support him." Messiah has been writing since Messiah felt the need to Saturday---Rain/Snow he was four and says that this Showers address the audience with a has always been one of his pas­ strong message that isn't typi­ High: 40 sions. Hip-hop was his founda­ Low:32 cal of many perforn1ers. tion and his first introduction "I know the power of music. to poetry. Sunday--Partly cloudy This generation is not listening "I started out rapping, but to senators, they do not listen High:47 I slowed down because it got Low: 39 to their parents, they listen to over-saturated. I felt like every­ musicians. Unfortunately, too one was doing it, too many many of them are just after who were over-consumed with money. I want to get a message materialistic things," he said. across," he said. "I want to institute change "Messiah was awesome on through my art. It's not about the stage. He left the crowd flashiness or money." silent. He was focused and INDEX Messiah did not forget and professional. Going to the CAMPUS ...... 2 brought a message and focus to studio at night in New York, NATION & WORLD ...... 4 the Apollo. His award-winning and arriving at the Apollo at 7 EDITORIALS & PERSPECTIVES ...... 7 po·em was entitled, "Sherika a.m. each morning," said Dave LIFE & STYLE ...... 8 Was a Champ." He told the McDuffrey, a senior marketing SPORTS ...... 10 story of a beautiful young lady major. who was the talk of the town Messiah's performance will and "walked with her chest run on the Apollo Theater on /~Mil high, dressed to impress." ~lhwfllw April 9, 16, 23 and 28. He can Sherika, "made big dough, also be heard on a hip-hop DVD knocking down the biggest entitled, Back to the Streets. COLLEGE ballers and thugs, never fallin'

in love. She was only 20, but ~1ayu Gllll11n1· Sen1or Photo Edito1· she could deal with· any man Messiah Ramkisson won second place· at the Apollo with his spoken word performance.

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PLOYEE EEK Student Expresses Emotions Through Dance

Carol Dudley BY SHAYNA RUDD to thank the Bisonette Dance current Mr. Howard University Contributing Writer Ensemble be ~ause they allow Phillip Murray said. "She is truly me to release my craft," she said. an asset to not only Howard According to Sheri R. "You ladies are the best dance University, but the world of per­ Frierson, a junior human devel­ teain on campus, and iL is a priv­ forming arts as a whole." opment major, dance is one of ilege to work with you." Lynet Rochelle, a longtime the purest forms of expression Krystle Champagne, a fresh­ friend of Frierson, said she has known to man. She said it gives man radio, TV and film major a rare gift. her the ability to captivate, liber­ and Bisonette Dance Ensemble "When you watch her, you ate and embrace audiences. member, said Frierson mesmer­ can't move from amazement," The Los Angeles native began izes her. said Rochelle, a junior dance

\111}<1 GllUam·St nlor l'hoH• 1·dllor her dance training at age three, "Every time I watch Sheri in and art history major. "But you studying at Dance Wonderland, rehearsal or just walking across do move because she inspires BY ADAM WYNN the Debbie Allen Dance the yard, she blows my mind," you to want to dance." Contnbuting Writer Academy and Ballet E'Cartez. Champagne said. "She never In addition to dancing, At Howard, she is a member of ceases to amaze me." Frierson also works with chil­ several organizations including Frierson's skills surpass the dren. the School of Education student norm and challenge those who "I hope to become a first­ As Carol Dudley sils at council and the National Society her desk. she causally slips are comfortable with mediocrity. grade teacher and dance instruc­ of Collegiate Scholars. However, tor. I have always loved work­ off her shoes and rdaxes for "Dance is more than a way to be she is best known as a three-year ing with children so that I can a split second, among seem­ in the spotlight," Frierson said. member of the Bisonette Dance inspire them the way that my ingly constant phone calls "It is my way of expression. It is Ensemble. family has inspired me," she and endless stacks of paper­ my outlet." "I think one of my most ful­ said. ..My influences are fam­ work, to look at her wall of Frierson has choreographed filling moments as a dancer and appreciation. several dances at Howard, ily-based. I received my ability choreographer was my fresh­ The wall is lined from including a dance for the to work hard from my parents. man year seeing the Bisonettes corner to comer with cards Halloween Haunted Hilltop, and They have always encouraged perform a dance that I choreo­ of appreciation from stu­ more recently the Mr; and Miss me to reach for the stars." graphed during half time," she dents, recruiters and par­ Howard University Pageant Beyond the basketball court, ~"""' k ' :nphtt said. ents thanking the .John intro. homecoming routines and Los Angeles native Sheri Frierson, a junior human devel­ Frierson said she has set a JI. Johnson School of "I enjoyed working with dreams of educating :ind inspir­ opment major, has been dancing since the age of three. new standard for the Bisonette Communications coordina­ Sheri this past Homecoming,., ing, Frierson is an example of a Dance Ensemble. "I really want tor of career development said junior biology major and Howard legend in the making. for her numerous acts of assistance. As she stares at the wall she realizes why she has dedicated 27 years to Howard University. "I think I possess an innate ability to read a per­ sons character, see what their potential is, notice any personal non-verbal behav­ "I have insisted students be handled with respect. ior that may hinder them Regardless of student ·s reactions. employees are from achieving the goals they want to accomplish," trained to pro\ ide the highc t service." she said. Dudley, the fifth young­ Sevester Bell, director of the Office of Student est out of eight siblings, Financial Services grew up in a small Italian "The student employee interaction and Jewish community in has never been what it should be. A Pennsylvania where she suggestion \VOuld be to hold a forum developed a knack for help­ \Vith the students to see ho\v \Ve could ing others. "The employee must leave what goes on at home at serve them better. Students are our "I think I come from a home, and students must release the pressure from pretty stable fainil~, where customers and without them there is no classes and other situations \vhen interacting with need for us." love, sharing and helping faL·ulty ... each person that was less James Bron1n. electrician successful than you \\as sort "Students have to underst;md that the of a credo in our family,·· n1les and regulations are produced by Hurley Woolen, access desk clerk in the I-Lab she said. the University and not by the faculty. Her fascination with helping others led her to The only problem is when persons receive a bachelor's degree go against the rules." in speech and hearing sci­ "Students \vho do not use their Ho\vard e-mail ence and master's degree in Mike Sledge. Inforn1ation Systen1s need to access it. because \Ve disseminate valuable organizational conununica­ and Services en1ployee tions at Howard Uni\'crsity. infonnation. Registration information \Vill be sent Even though Dudley out soon. but if students don't access their Ho\vard has achieved what most e-mail, they will not receive the information." have not accomplished. in Carol McKinnon, director of Records a lifetime she said has had Department to overcome her share of obstacles. "I have overcome by demonstrating my capabili­ "I want to make an impression on the ties, just doing whal I do "Ninety-nine percent of the students arc okay. One students that you can do anything you \vant, best and that's working hard percent fof students I fcl·l they can do what they and I love to make a student smile." and being committed and want. These people have to n.:spcct others. That's Bessie Skinner. admini-.trative nssistant having a strong kno\,Jedge the only problen1 I have:· about what I do," she said. in the History Departn1cn Above all. Dudley feels her strongest characteristic Daniel Brown, Sodexho employee is her demand for perfec­ tion. Compiled by Courtney Maye­ "I believe a person Contributing Writer should do everything pos­ sible when completing a task or assignment and to make sure every 'i' is dotted and every 't' is crossed and A Moment in Howard's History: Rape Crisis Seminar double check it and cross check it," Dudley said. BY CHRISTINA M. WRIGHT The only seven males to Finley told the group that if As a result of her drive Asst. Campus Editor attend were all members of the ever in the situation, it is best to for perfection, Dudley Beta Chapter, Alpha Phi Alpha scream out and embarrass the­ instills these characteristics According to the American Fraternity, Inc. assailant before he or she has in her students and interns. Association of University MI was disappointed with the a chance to move to a private "What I do is insist and Women, there were 198,850 number of guys that came, but place. encourage the111 to be smart, reported rapes in 2003 of which I was proud of the Alphas that Rape was an issue back then, to have a strong work ethic 70 percent were committed by showed up because they partici­ and still is. Because of this, and and to demand perfection acquaintances. This problem pated and seemed to learn a lot," the estimated 20 to 25 percent from themselves," she said. has occurred for many years and Brown said, of women raped during their Because of the guidance has been addressed by Howard Besides the Alphas, 13 college careers, a woman abuse Dudley provides students, students on several occasions. women were at the seminar. seminar was held in the Quad she is seen as a nlother-fig­ On April 5, 1991, The Former senior zoology major last week. ure away from home. Hilltop reported that the Alpha Darrius Gourdine, attributed the "The work relationship Unlike the 1991 event, how­ Sweetheart Court of Howard low attendance to bad public­ ever, there was a large turnout. is of mother to child," said University sponsored a rape cri­ ity and a time-conflicting Chris "Th ere were so many girls Brandon Barber, a junior sis seminar. Rock appearance. down there," said Catherine broadcast journalism major. Organized by freshman Nonetheless, the show did McPhaul, a freshman business "But yet, she treats you as Lakisha Brown, the purpose was go on. Mary Finley, commu­ management major. "But most an adult so it's more of a to discuss date, gang and fra­ nlentor:· nity education director of the of them weren't paying atten­ ternity rape. Brown was disap­ D.C. Rape Crisis Center, was the tion." Co-workers said they pointed that few males attended guest speaker and addressed the The Quad seminar also talk­ admire Dudley for her the event. stereotypes of rape. She told the ed about the misconceptions of meticulous efforts. "I wanted a lot of men to 20 attendees that rape can hap­ rape, what to do if in that situ­ attend because, in many cases of See DUDLEY, News A6 pen to any woman, despite the ation and how to avoid the situ­ date rape, the guy doesn't think belief that only provocatively ation. he's doing anything wrong," she dressed and financially chal­ said. lenged women arc victims. MARCH 4, 2005 THE HILLTOP CAMPUSA3 Esteemed Poet Visits Creative Writing Class BY ALAN KING dropping bombs, blowing up rization of people here by race," Contributing Writer the stage. That was about 10 Moore said. "So when I did the years ago." piece on the radio, this guy came As the founder of Moore up to me and said, 'you don't get Guest poet, playwright and Black Press, Moore spends killed for doing poetry like that activist Jessica Care Moore much of her time editing and in your country?' He was seri­ made a surprise appearance at publishing manuscripts by ous. He wasn't even joking." a Howard University creative other poets. The only time she She added that she saw the writing class Tuesday evening has to write her own poetry is connection between the South to read from her collection of on planes and in hotel rooms in America, in connection with poetry. She also stressed the when on the road. what is going on in Africa. importance of reading other Because Moore bases a lot "I'm actually writing a novel writers to become grow in the of her poetry on her life experi­ out of the experience, 'January's craft. ences, she felt it was important River'," Moore said. Moore swept the Apollo's to talk about her time in South · Moore Black Press will notoriously tough audiences off Africa. be publishing its next book, their feet, winning five consecu­ "I really fell in love with Etan Thomas's "More Than an tive weeks. She has worked with Soweto," Moore said. "I did a Athlete." Nas, Ossie Davis, Mos Def, Roy workshop there with the kids. I "He's going to be one of Ayers, Sonia Sanchez, The Last mean kids were literally, when those major voices, as far as Poets and more. I was leaving out, running after athletes that are politicized in In addition to reading from me like, 'Jessica, goodbye."' our generation," she said. "You "The Words Don't Fit In My Most of the kids' poems don't find that anymore." Mouth," "The Alphabet Versus were about former South African Moore Black Press will also The Ghetto," and her forthcom­ President Nelson Mandela. be publishing works by poet ing poetry in "God Is Not An "These are like junior and and novelist Asha Bandele and American," Moore also talked high school students," she said. poet Ras Barak. Also, "Poetry about growing up in Detroit "They don't have much and Emcees" is scheduled to come and moving to New York in their spirits are just bigger than out in the fall and will feature 1995 where she met Howard the brick around them." works by Talib Kweli, Sharriff University Assistant Professor While she was there, Moore Simmons, Saul Williams, Q-Tip, of Creative Writing Dr. Tony was deeply touched by the issue Tara Roberts, T. Tara Turk, The Medina. of apartheid and remembered Last Poets and more. "She called me out of the the time she was on a radio To learn more about Jessica blue," Medina said. "Abiodun show in South Africa. Care Moore, visit her website at :'ttarltnt Ha"1hrone-Staff Phocognphtr Oyewole from The Last Poets "I did this poem, 'Boxed www.jessicacaremoore.net. Jessica Care Moore pleasantly surprised Assistant Professor of Creative Writing, Dr. Tony gave her my number. We were In,' which is about the catego- Medina, by visiting his creative writing class to share her poetry. Arts & Sciences Debate Education Candidates Aim Heats Up with Candidates to Unite School, Students BY MIKE HOLMES BY LAUREN STEPHENS form "Through education WE given the opportunity to ques­ Hilltop Staff Writer Hilltop Staff Writer excel. "It's almost like an offense tion of another candidate. that we are considered one of In response to Smith's ques­ the best education schools in tion, junior Laureen Wimbley Nearly twice as many the country and we don't have told the audience why she is the people attended the second Members of the School one." best candidate for the position of four speak outs for the of Education student council The candidates were equal­ of president. College of Arts and Sciences focused on bridging the gap ly as passionate with their pro­ "The School of Education in which candidates competed between undergraduate and posed solutions. will be my baby next year," for Undergraduate Student graduate students in the school, "I would go through the Wimbley said. "I have taken a Assembly representative and making the school more visible hierarchy, but if nothing hap­ full course load for the last three class board positions. to the rest of the campus and the pened I would be forced to some­ years to prepare for any extra­ There are seven UGSA state of education in America at how make my voice heard by curricular activities I would representative positions avail­ their speak out in the Blackburn P.•sident [H. Patrick] Swygert, want to participate in my senior able this year. The number Hilltop Lounge last night at 7 whether it's by writing him a let­ year." varies each year depending p.m. ter every week or every month," The speak out ended with on the number of students Each of the candidates was said sophomore Adrienne Smith, questions from the audience. enrolled in the College of Arts given the chance to introduce candidate for vice president on "I thought it was good to and Sciences. Ten of the 15 themselves and their platform to the "Dedication" platform. see the potential candidates for candidates in attendance are the intimate audience of School Also in attendance was soph­ next year's student council," running for UGSA positions. of Education students. omore LaKeisha Stockton and said senior human development The group was so large that One of the topics that gar­ junior Wajoili Ward. Stockton is major Nina Haskin. "I am going for questioning and debates nered the most passion from the running for UGSA representa­ to be in grad school so it's good that they had to be broken into candidates was the lack of work­ tive, under the platform "bridg­ to know what types of ideas they smaller groups. ing computers in the School of ing the gap between the past, have for the School of Education There are no freshmen Education. present, future" and Ward is next year." The speak out was candidates. As a result, fresh­ "All of the schools and some running for secretary under the a part of this year's School of men class boards will be han­ of the dorms have better com­ platform "organization is the Education week. The school dled in the fall during special puter labs than we do," said backbone to success." will sponsor movie night tonight elections. All senior positions junior Sheri F. Frierson, a can­ After the questions from the showing ··coming to An1erica." are open. Sophomore English didate for president on the plat- moderators, each candidate was and economics double majors Kathryn Hurley and Denika Mitchell are running for junior M•>• Gllllam&nlor Pho10 Edllor class president and vice presi­ UGSA Candidate Danielle Perry said some members that dent unopposed. attended Wednesday's General Assembly meeting were "Our platform is called "trifling" for leaving early and arriving late. Vision, which stands for vis­ ibility, involvement, service, ing and support program that among all the candidates was inter-communication, organi­ would be of little or no cost to the General Assembly itself. zation and network," Mitchell the school. Several candidates complained said. Burgess's platform was a about the visibility of its mem­ The only class board lot broader. "There are a lot of bers while others complained position in which there is an things I would like to fix," she about the members' atten­ actual race is sophomore class said. "There are so many prob­ dance at assembly meetings. president. Freshman phar­ lems I can hardly count." Some of the strongest macy major Durell Hairston Burgess did mention rats comments came from junior is running against freshmen in the cafeteria as one of the political science major and pre- pharmacy and law major problems. UGSA representative candi­ Jennifer Burgess. "Are you sure that these date Danielle Perry. "People Hairston believes that the are things you can change?" are trifling," Perry said, speak­ largest problem facing the Hairston asked when Burgess ing of people arriving to sophomore class is their GPA. proposed to change food in Wednesday night's General "I know a number of stu­ cafe, eliminate rats in the Assembly Meeting late and

dents in Drew [residence hall] cafe, bring more money to the leaving early since attendance :\la)a Clllhun -~nlor l'hoto Editor whose GPAs are under 2.0," College of Arts and Sciences was not taken. The School of Education held a speak out at 7 p.m. in the Blackburn Center Hiiitop Lounge so Hairston said. He proposed and add more desks to class­ The next College of Arts candidates could voice their platforms. The event was part of the School of Education week. a strong student-run tutor- rooms in Douglass Hall. and Sciences speak out is A common grievance scheduled for March 8. GENERAL ELECTIONS COMMISSION Announcements

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If you are interested in volunteering with the General Elections Commission, please come to a VOLUNTEER INTEREST MEETING on Friday, March 4, 2005@ 7 p.m. The meeting will take place in Locke Hall, Room 244. All are welcome! For additional information, please contact the General Elections Cotnlnission at howardvotes2005 _ [email protected] . A4 NATION & WORLD THE HILLTOP MARCH 4, 2005 Togo Presidential Elections Set for April BY NAEESA AZIZ tions on Togo. Sanctions were would have ceded to the head of the Gnassingbe Eyadema was one of • Conttibuting Wtiter imposed after appointed leader National Assembly who is currently the last of the African 'old guard' Faure Gnassingbe refused to step out of the country. of leaders still in power since inde­ Presidential elections for Togo down. In their own defense, mem­ pendence. Eyadema spent 38 years Kara• have been set for April 24, the ECOWAS agreed to the removal bers of parliament reportedly said as Togo's leader but his leadership eBassar country's electoral commission said of the sanctions after Interim lead­ that the move to install Gnassingbe was marked with heavy suspicion of Thursday. er Faure Gnassingbe announced was a precautionary measure to election rigging. "In conformity with the elec­ he would leave his position, and ensure the stability of the nation Many in the international com­ toral law CENI (independent elec­ Togo's Parliament restored the in the absence off any other leader­ munity see Togo as a 'test case' for • toral con1mission) ... has set April constitution. Parliament Speaker ship. The U.S. formally applaaded the feasibilit)' of a totally demo­ Mono 24 as the date for the presidential Abbas Bonfoh replaced Gnassingbc, Gnassingbe's secession and plans to cratic Africa. Rivero election," said the commission's according to CNN. send election observers as the date "What happened in Togo was Atakpame• President Kissem Tchangai-Walla Togo gained international approaches. a coup detach dressed in the bor­ Eak I to various news agencies. At least attention when Gnassingbe was "The United States is pleased rowed robes of democracy and we ~ ta three paities plan to participate in appointed leader on Feb. 5, just that Faure Gnassingbe has stepped are glad that Faure Gnassingbe has the election, but said they will pay hours after the death of his father, down as interim President of Togo, finally realized the folly of what Kpali . close attention to ensure that the President Gnassingbe Eyadema. preparing for the return of full happened," Remi Oyo, spokeswom­ process is legitimate. The following day, his appointment constitutional order," said Adam an for Nigerian president Olusegun The announcement of a set was made legal by parliamentary Ereli, a spokesman for the State Obasanjo, told AFP. "For so long date for elections comes weeks changes to the constitution allow­ Department. Africa has had a bad image. This is after the Economic Communit) of ing Gnassingbe to ser e until his The issue caused height­ eloquent testimony that Africa can West African States (ECOWAS), father's term ended in 2008. Vnder ened speculation into the demo­ create solutions to its own prob­ announced its decision to lift sane- the original constitution, power cratic future of Africa. President lems," Oyo said. Sister of Jackson's Accuser Testifies BY KEVIN HARRIS Nation & World Nation & World Editor

Pop megastar Michael Jackson sat quietly Thursday as the sister of his teenage accuser testi­ Briefs fied in the child molestation case against him. The woman, now an 18-year-old college fresh­ 60 - Year - Old Becom es Firs t To Fly man, was asked lo tell jurors about events from Around the World two years ago when her cancer stricken brother Steve Fossett, a 60-year-old pilot, became was a frequent guest of Jackson's at his Neverland the first person Thursday to fly solo non­ Ranch and on trips across the country. She told stop around the world, various news agen­ jurors that while on a trip lo Miami with Jackson, cies report. Fossett's plane landed in Kansas her brother and the singer went into a suite alone around 3 p.m. on Thursday. The flight look 66 "two or three times" for 15 to 30 minutes. She hours to complete. Fossett considered aban­ said of the incident, "He pulled him aside into his doning the trip Wednesday while flying over room." Hawaii because of a fuel shortage.

She said her brother was "more jumpy and •••JWllhM.('Otn stuff' after leaving the suite, but added he still The sister of Michael Jackson's accuser tes­ behaved normally. tified that her brother spent time alone with "He was just very hyper, very talkative, run­ the singer several times in a Miami hotel. ning around, playful," the girl said. Prosecutors said the Miami trip was meant to keep the family close friend Elizabeth Taylor. from seeing an interview witll British journalist The tape also showed two other rooms of Martin Basher, in which Jackson is seen holding particular interest to prosecutors. One room was Pope May Go Home By Easter hands witll his accuser. filled with life size dolls and another contained Vatican officials said Thursday Pope J ohn Later in her testimony, the girl said her father toys. Paul Il's condition is improving and that he often abused her mother and brothers. In one In other developments, "Tonight Show" host may be released from the hospital in time to incident, the girl said, her father threw a can of Jay Leno, who has been identified as a possible attend Easter celebrations later this month, soda at her mother while at Neverland. witness for the trial, wants a judge to remove the various news agencies report. Jurors also watched a video tour of the main gag order placed against him speaking about the "The health of the Holy Father John Paul residence at Never land. The tour showed Jackson's trial. Leno, through his attorneys, said the gag II continues to improve and show progress," two-story bedroom and several items throughout order stops him from telling jokes about J ackson read a statement released to the Associated the home, including personal photos of Jackson's on his show. Press. "'As previously stated, the pope is eating regularly and spends several hours each day in Gates Knighted b y Qu een an armchair. The surgical wound is healing." Microsoft founder Bill Gates received an The pope was hospitalized in February The BISON Policy Board is honorary knighthood Wednesday from Queen after experiencing respiratory problems. Elizabeth II, various news agencies report. Doctors performed a tracheotomy the same Gates was honored because of his charity day he arrived at tlle hospital to help him currently seeking applicants for the work around the world and the contributions breathe easier. his company has made to Britain's high-tech industry. Death Toll Reaches t,500 in Iraq .. This honor is particularly poignant gi\'en The death to I for soldiers fighting in Iraq 2005-2006: the deep connections J.1icrosoft enjoys with reached 1,500 this week. according to CNN. the United Kingdom," Gates told reporters Three soldiers were killed \Vednesday, "luch during a media conference. brought the official death toll to 1,502. A road­ Gates received the honor at a private cere­ side bomb killed two of the soldiers. Another mony held in Buckingham Palace. The British was killed in combat, while battling insurgents government decided to honor Gates in January at a town south of Baghdad nicknamed the 2004, but the ceremony was dclaved because "Triangle of Death." Yearbook Editor-in-Chief of scheduling conflicts. Past recipients include An overwhelming majority of soldiers, former Presidents Ronald Regan and George who have died in the war, were killed bnttling H.W. Bush, Colin Powell and c01nedian Bob insurgents after the fall of Saddain Hussein's Hope. regilne No official nun1ber has b<.'cn released for thEo n111nber of I raq i'~ i 11led, but estimates U.S. Drops Crusade to Ban Abortion have ranged fron1 10,000 to 30,000. Other Globally estimates place the number at 100.000. The United States is exnected lo drop its Applications are available campaign to include anti-abortion language in a United Nation's sponsored women's rights conference after its strong statements caused immediately in the Office of discontent among member countries. According to Reuters reports, the Bush Administration engaged in · closed door nego­ tiations" where officials made demands that a ,, Student Activities, Blackburn UN women's rights document be amended to II say that abortion is not a human right. Despite the controversy and criticism Center Suite 117. from several European nations, the US dele­ gates maintain that many nations agreed with their position. "We are hearing fron1 many delegations that they agree with us and they advise us

that the amendment is therefore not needed," \41 ""J.,onllnc·.t'Oln Richard Grenell, a US mission spokesman at Applications are due by March 11, the UN, told the BBC. Bush Keeps Pressure on Bin Laden The purpose of the conference is lo review On a visit to CIA headquarters Thursday, 11 a document drafted at a previous women's President Bush said the hunt for Osama conference held in 1995 in Beijing. Bin Laden is still on, various news agencies 2005 by 5:00 pm. ,, The Beijing conference explored areas of report. women's rights such as violence, equal oppor­ "We're on a constant hunt for Bin Laden. tunities in education, economic equity and We're keeping the pressure on him, keeping human rights. At this conference, abortion him in hiding," Bush said to reporters gath­ was discussed as a health issue emphasizing ered at the agency. "Bin Laden's message is the safety of abortion rather than tlle morality a telling reminder that Al Qaeda still hopes of the practice. to attack us on our own soil. Stopping him If you have any question please With the Bush Administration's opposi­ is the greatest challenge of our day... we will tion to abortion well known, some delegates do everything in our power to meet that chal­ accused the United States of bringing its lenge.'· national concerns to a global conference. Despite the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan contact the Office of Student "We are deeply troubled that the U.S. is in the aftermath of 9/11, Bin Laden remains at using this important international meeting for large. The U.S. has posted a $25 million dollar what appears to be domestic political purpos­ reward for his capture. es," Barbara Crane of !pas, a group concerned Activities at (202) 806-7000. with unsafe abortions, told Reuters. Compiled by Kevin Harris Nation & World Editor MARCH 4, 2005 THE HILLTOP NEWSA5

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1oons Aren't Jus+ for Kids • Adult Animation Hits Howard Toons Trendy With Students

BY CIARA FAMBLE .\!though perennial favor­ 2021" and "Space Ghost Coast BY BRITTNEY JOHNSON Contributing Writer ites like: "The Simpsons," "South to Coast," which are scheduled Hilltop Staff Writer Park," and "King of the Hill" to hit stores in late 2006. Any young adult's minds remain relevant to young view­ Despite the popularity of Some things never change­ may be filled with nostalgic ers, the most popular cartoons adult-themed cartoons on cam­ --like people's fascination with · thoughts when they remember on campus are on Caitoon pus, some of those watching cartoons and the loveable char­ Saturday moi:nings of cereal and Network's, "AdultSwim,"which, said that the programming has acters that never grow old. their favorite Saturday-morning as the title suggests, is program­ gotten just a little too mature Although they tend to be cartoons, but for many students ming for an older audience. for 'those who are not quite of marketed toward a young audi­ on Howard's campus, those Theblockofshowsnmsevery age. ence, cartoon stories tend to be timeless, transcending age days aren't completely gone. night from 11 p.m. until 4:30 "I watch those cartoons Only these days, the super a.tn., and features such shows because I think they're funny barriers. The simple and color­ heroes have been replaced with as "Fainily Guy," ''Futurama," and entertaining," said sopho- ful concepts demonstrated can bumbling dads, sardonic babies "Robot Chicken," more physician's assistant . prove useful at school, at work, and stinging social satire. The "Sealab 2021" and major Remela Khiyar. "But and in almost every aspect of world of avant-garde adult sometimes adult cartoons are life. cartoons has invaded too adult, but the appropriate Yesterday's oldies, but good­ Howard University, and 1 age is whatever is listed under ies have maintained a place in many students have been TV-MA. That's why they come the lives of the children that grew taken hostage. on at n at night." up watching them. Animated While many watched Adult Swim has garnered programs such as "The Looney cartoons like "Batman," some criticism from adults, Tunes," the "Mickey Mouse "Tailspin" and "The who don't want their chil­ Show" and "The Transformers" Flintstones" when they were dren exposed to the adult have been joined by more con­ younger because the) saw the situations in some of the temporary additions such as the characters as role models, late night shows. But stu­ "Proud Family," "Kim Possible'' today's young adults are watch­ dents, like sophomore psy­ and the ever popular "Sponge ing them for the exact opposite chology major Toni-Ann Bob Squarepants." reason. Syncon, believe it is the Students show their admi­ Jordan C~lbtf1· \,,,, l'hot~ • dHor "I love them," said Nicole • '-5, responsibility of the ration for these characters by Students have been spotted sporting cartoon merchandise Bowyer, a sophomore politi- ( (;I. parents to monitor wearing T-shirts, slippers and from the dorms to the classrooms and even on the yard. cal science major. "I watch · .... ,.~,~-·- their children's view­ book bags, all showing the image 'Aqua Teen Hunger Force,' L"IJ·" ;>.;.J!:d'i ing habits. of their favorites. For some it's a sered pal, she described the first bear on the block. Meaghan 'Family Guy' and 'Futurama,' "I got into watch­ cute hobby, and for others it's a time she saw her animated love. Fitzgerald, a sophomore adver­ but 'Family Guy' is my favor­ ing these shows because downright obsession. "The first time I fell in love tising major, has a similar love ite because it's a satire of the of my little sister," He lives in a pineapple under with Sponge Bob, it was my for a set of pastel colored bears. American Dream. It just ...... cartooDM•,...... _ Syncon said. "I the sea and has many fans. The sophomore year in high school. "I have lots of Care Bear shows how no one can Animated seriP.s created specifically for mature think it's important absorbent, yellow and porous I started watching the show, and stuff! I remember I would watch live up to that, and I love audiences are featured on Cartoon Network's to watch what your Sponge Bob is winning over a it became an obsession. it before I would go to kinder­ I't . " "Adult Swim," whose characters are seen here. children are watch­ larger audience than the typical I get lots of stuff for garten, then again when I came cartoon demographic. 1 Natasha Boles, a Another network that runs multiple cartoons for ing. Christn1as, and for my i8 h home in the afternoon. I ate the sophomore political sci­ an adult demographic is Comedy Central. So much of the "I started watching the birthday n1y mom sent me a box Care Bear snacks then and I have ence major, who also time, we just don't show, and I told my mom that full of Sponge Bob parapherna­ the stuffed bears in my room watches shows like pay any attention. I thought it was funny, so she lia," said Aleen-Hall, who was now," Fitzgerald reminisced. "Family Guy" and "South Park" the "Venture Brothers." Because it's a cartoon, we think bought me a watch from Burger past her prime in some cartoon Unlike some of her fellow and enjoys reruns of M1V The network also shows lit- it's ok. But really, no child should King and a T-shirt," said Derek circles, when she picked up the ··animaniacs," Fitzgerald has her animated series "Beavis and tle known Japanese animation be watching shows like 'Drawn Jackson, a sophomore mechani­ show. limits. "I don't rock the book bag Butthead" and "Daria," also sees cartoons like "InuYasha" and Together' [on Comedy Central]. cal engineering manager, who However, many students or clothes or anything, I just like more in the underlying portion "Kikaider," which have been Those shows are for mature stumbled upon an episode over could care less about the new the stuff, it brings me back," she of cartoons. shown overseas and translated teens and the summer. generation of cartoons, and pre­ commented. "I find them insightful," into English. adults." " A 1 1 fer to stick to the ones that they Senior math major Ashley the stuff I Boles said. "But I'd rather watrh Cartoon ~etwork has had Despite POPULAR CARTOONS grew up with. Webb is a Care Bear fan a<- well. something where it's all in the great success attracting young the contro­ • • • • • • • • • • • • • • have is gifts Winnie the Pooh still domi­ "I have always liked the open and not hidden. people because of the subject versy and I don't go nates for Jasmine Carter, a Care Bears. }.ly friends always out and buy You see it with the racial matter and timing of their mixed opin­ Then freshman broadcast journalism get me stuff. At home I have underlying in 'Coyote and Road it myself," shows. According to research on ions, there Thundercats major, who is proud of her ever­ some of the pillow bears that Runner' and 'Dumbo,' where young television viewers habits, can be no Jackson growing collection of merchan­ they recently started making. I the crows are supposed to rep­ in 2004 Cartoon Network was debating Inspector Gadget said. dise. also have some of the large 24' resent Blacks <.i1d all they do is watched by more people aged that animat­ The Jetsons It's not "I have a blanket with my bears, but I didn't ha\'e enough smile and sing. But they just put 18-39 than E! Entertainment, ed series tar­ Muppet Babies so simple name on it that I just got for room to bring them all, so I left for Iman it all out there in 'South Park,' the Discovery Channel, TI' Land geting more Ninja Turtles Christmas. I have a coffee mug, them at home," said \Vebb, who and it's funny." and VHt, among others. mature Aleem-Hall, porcelain figurines, stuffed ani­ like many students has a senti­ Others, like Rene Holder, a The network has even been viewers are a sophomore mals. necklaces and earring - all me 1tal 'alue attached to some sophomore electrical engineer­ able to parlay that success into hitting their Now fashion Winnie the Pooh," Carter said. of her items. ing major, just see t'artoons as a deal with Midwa:> Gaines to mark and Family Guy merchandis­ "I watched it when I was a little No matter the: show, char­ a method of relaxation from the produces video games on five keep some Aqua Teen Hunger Force ing majo1. kid, then I babysat and I had acter or item, the cartoon mer­ Sitting nel\t pressures of everyday life. of its most popular shows: "A... Howard stu­ Drawn Together them watch it too," she contin­ chandising industry seen1s to "I watch them for comedic to her 3-foot qua Teen Hunger Force," "The dents laugh- South Park ued. hold a special place in students' relief," Holder said."It's just a Brak Show," "Harvey Birdman," ing. stuffed poly­ But \\'innie's not the only hearts, rooms and ".lllets. way to escape from real life." "Attorney At Law," "Sealab Futurama gon trou-

Everything's OK, Al Green, Blue Note, "Guess Who," Ashton Kutcher, Bernie "Into the \Voods," March 15 Mack, Zoe Saldana, Sony/Columbia Music and Lyrics b y This second album since his secular Pictures, March 25 Stephen Sondheim, March 2-5, comeback, "I Can't Stop," has a mes­ ---··-·-- When "Guess Who's Coming To Dinner" 9-12, Howard University, Ira Aldrige sage of love and happiness, as many came out 1967, the idea of an interracial What happens when fairy talcs meet'? of Green's other projects did. Co-pro­ couple was a very sore subject. The movie The story goes "Into the Woods." This duced and arranged by Willie Mitchell, played upon by the idea of a Black man production, based upon a book of the the album features background vocals dating into a White family. Today, the con­ same title by James Lapine, meshes the by Rhodes, Chalmers and Rhodes and cept is more common place, but still rife stories of Cinderella, Prince Charming, The Royal Horns along with the New with drama. In "Guess Who," Bernie Mack Jack and the Beanstalk, Little Red Riding Memphis Strings. In addition to the - has switched places with Spencer Tracy Hood and Rapunzel, all over a backdrop ''"w.hlutnntt.rorn title track, "Everything's OK," the album and Ashton Kutcher has replaced Sidney ""'"·DIUll10R.C'OIU plot featuring a childless baker and his also includes "Perfect to Me" and "I Can Portier, in an inverted version, where the wife. The production, which has been Make Music." family is Black and the boyfriend is White. on Broadway for vcars and has featured Source: www .bluenote.com The film also stars Zoe Saldana, who is the such names as Bernedette Peters and daughter of ~lack's character and Kutcher's Vanessa Williams, follows what happens girlfriend. when the couple attempts to reverse a "Ho~v to Spot a Dangerous Man Source: wwvv.sonypictures.com family curse, in order to get a child. Before You Get Involved," by Sandra Source: www.sondheim.com L. Brown, Hunter House, Incorporated, March12 "Beauty Shop," Queen Latifah, MGM, This book educates women on what March 30 Rebi1·th, Jennifer Lopez, Sony, a dangerous man is and commonly rec­ \Vhen "Barbershop" and "Barbershop March t ognized traits of violence. The types of 2" were met with high box office figures Lopez is attempting to "Get Right" Ml\!! Jll Dt1 lmtnl dangerous men include those who seek and favorable reviews, the producers with her latest effort, which has struck mother figures, and those who prey on decided that the next logical step would be a cord with many, because of its pre­ the lonely and passive won1en. Also dis­ to represent the female version of the Black release single. The album includes the cussed arc the mentally ill, addicted or com1nunity's staple establishment. "Beauty production efforts of Rodney Jerkins, W'W"'Wlli.barnnandnob~("Um emotionally unavailable. The 13 chap­ Shop," a spin-off with Latifah reprising the Tin1baland and Big Boi. Other tracks ters touch upon many of the red flags role of Gina, chronicles the story of the include "Ride or Die" and ''Cherry Pie." that some women miss that could help opening of a new shop. Latifah is joined by Source: www.amazon.com them avoid dangerous, hazardous or Alfre Woodard, Alicia Silverstone and Kevin unhealthy relationships. Bacon, and is directed by Billie Woodruff. Source: www.barnesandnobles.com Source: www.mgm.com Compiled by Jana Homes Asst. Life & ShJle Edito1· ..•

MARCH 4, 2005 THE HILLTOP SPORTSA9 Lady Bison Prepare to Buzz Through Their Closer

BY HEATHER FAISON overall) will not only be an opportunity In their first contest, the defend­ Contributing Writer for the Lady Bison (10-7 MEAC, 15- ing MEAC co-champion Lady Hornets 11 overall) to redeem themselves from defeated the Bison 57-49 with rookie of To the Lady Bison, it will be more their first loss, but it will also be the last the week honoree Raquel Collier com­ than just a game. It is one game clos­ dance for seniors Daisha Hicks, Andrea ing off the bench leading her team with er to the tournament where the best Jones and Simone Agee. 12 points. in the MEAC will be crowned. It will Assistant Coach Andre Bolton has Senior guard Terrelle Waller led also be the last time three of their own seen all three players mature on and off the Hornets throughout the game and tuck in their white knilted home jerseys the court throughout their careers and made the game deciding shot with two and step into Burr Gymnasium as Lady knows personally the magnitude of a seconds left in the second half. When Bison. senior's last game. the Bison had the opportunity to con­ Saturday's match-up versus "You can never be ready for your vert for a shot that could put them into Delaware State (12-5 MEAC, 16-10 seniors' last home game of their overtime, hesitance by standout shoot­ careers. It's going to be ing guard Brittany James changed the very emotional," said outcome. Bolton. The ball was in the hands of James, "I can remember while starting point guard Hicks was on my senior day like it the bench after fouling out, when she was yesterday. All the made a decision that still bothers her mixed emotions I had today. "Out of my own apprehension I on that day. I'm quite threw it [the ball] up. I could have taken sure Daisha, Andrea, it to the basket and got the foul, but I and Simone are or will shot it," James regretfully explained. go through the same The off-balance jumper went over thing. All three play­ the basket as the final buzzer rang ers have made vast over cheers of the Lady improvements from Hornets as they sealed the their first seasons with victory. the team to now," he "That was my chance to step up and added. take the leadership role but I didn't," Jones, who joined James said. James is now on a mis­ the team in 2001-2002 sion to prove her abilities as a leader in mid-season, has gone Saturday's match-up and she has even from averaging 3.8 issued a challenge to Waller of the Lady rebounds to beco1n­ Hornets. Carroll Smllh· All Pro 1'1101oaraphy ing one of the MEAC's "If coach plays me on her I'm going Senior guard Simone Agee prepares to make her final appearance In Burr top rebounders and has to do whatever it takes, I'm going to Gymnasium this Saturday versus the Delaware State Lady Hornets. played every game to play my hardest and she's not going to make an impact. For score," James said with no hesitation. the stretch," said Bolton. " T~1is time we breakers that gave light at the end of her last game, she still Both James and Jones admitted want to be stronger in our decision­ the tunnel. They have given fans stel­ plans to make a mark. that Delaware State was not the same making. The key to winning the game lar individual performances and have "It's going to be championship team they faced last sea­ against Del. will be to limit them to one grown stronger as team that has weath­ sad, because it's the son and the Bison have since made shot and execute on the offensive end ered their fair share of storms. last game of my college adjustments that they hope will prove of the floor. [That is] something that we As Howard fans cheer the Lady Carroll Smhh· All Pro Pbotognpby career. I'm excited, I them to be the better team. are very capable of doing." Bison on for the last time this season, The Lady Bison leading scorer, Daisha Hicks, want to just play hard "We are going to change our The Lady Bison have endured a the team hopes that all these lessons senior guard, is looking to lead the Lady Bison to and make a name for poise and patience. The last time out roller coaster ride season filled with learned will produce a victory and bring victory in her last game. myself," Jones said. against Del. State we struggled down streaks, defeats, and amazing record home the MEAC championship. Robinson Receives Highest Honor Ifeta yo Blissett BY COURTNEY EILAND baseball player. He was Asst. Sports Editor Rookie of the Year in this Makes MEAC All- On Wednesday, same year, and was voted baseball pioneer Jackie Most Value Player in 1949. Robinson was awarded a "This medal confirms Academic Team Congressional Gold Medal, what we know," Rachel which is the Congress' high­ Robinson said to the . Associated Press. "Jackie BY COURTNEY EILAND est honor. Robinson was Asst. Sports Editor recognized for his success Robinson stands as a heroic • in baseball while enduring role model for all Americans On an average day, lacrosse racial discrimination at its who believe in justice and defender, Ifetayo Blissett man­ height. equality." ages time to dedicate herself to President George W. In 1997, Robinson was both schoolwork and lacrosse Bush presented the medal to honored in a 5olh anniversa­ practice. Aware that her first Robinson's widow, Rachel ry ceremony that celebrat­ duty is as a student, Blissett Robinson, in a ceremony at ed his breaking the color admits that time management the Capitol. barrier. Also, in this year, plays a big part in succeeding "His story is one that Robinson received a com­ in both. shows what one person memorative postage stamp "I'm actually a big procras­ can do to hold America from the United States tinator, so this year I've been to account to its founding Postal Service recognizing trying to work on my time man­ promise of freedom and his achievements. agement," confessed Blissett. equality," Bush said to the Robinson died in 1972 Blissett was recently named Associated Press. "It's a les­ and 25 years later, his leg­ to the 2004-2005 MEAC son for people coming up to endary No. 42 was retired Commissioner's All-Academic see. One person can make a in Major League Baseball. Team for her achievements big difference in setting the Robinson will join a list both on and off the field. tone of this country." of elites who have received Howard University led all Robinson joined the this prestigious medal schools in the MEAC with 77 Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947, including Rosa Parks, student-athletes selected based becoming the first profes­ Nelson Mandela, Jesse on a GPA of a 3.0 or higher. sional African-American Owens, Colin Powell and An occupational thera­ www.mtdalortrttdom.t0m Pope John Paul II. py major, Blissett averages a 3.04 GPA and has found time to work her study schedule around practices. Bison Hope to Close Season with Win "Six a.m. practices in the fall and winter are the worst BY JONATHAN DAVIS a win over Howard (5-21, 2-15 the floor and 3-13 from three­ shooting under 50 percent per time for me because I normally Contributing Writer in MEAC) who dropped its 15lh point range. game, it's hard to win games." get most of my work done after consecutive game. "They contested my shot The focus now shifts to their 11 p.m.," said Blissett. The Bison were within sec­ "We had key turnovers at real good when I was shooting final season game at home ver­ "I definitely prefer evening onds of ending their 14 game the end," said sophomore guard the ball," said Mitchell, who sus the Delaware State Hornets practices because I am able to losing streak at Norfolk State Darryl Hudson, who paced the managed just five points on 2- who have something to play for go to the library and get a lot this past Monday. Unfortunately Bison with 15 points. "It's just 7 shooting and 1-5 from three­ on Saturday afternoon at Burr of studying done at night," she poor shooting and turnovers dumb, dumb mistakes at the point range. "I just gotta come Gymnasium. added. snatched the victory from end." in and just make shots and not With the Hornets recent With nine out of their 14 Howard's hands as they suffered "We had the momentum think about missing or not get­ 64-£;4 win over at the Hampton games away, Blissett acknowl- Courl<:

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