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Vol. 52 Issue 3 October 19, 2020

Rust 154th Founders’ Week Celebration Goes Virtual

About the Speaker…

Kevin Kosh, Jr. is a pastor, poet, educator, and proud father. A highly sought after speaker, Pastor Kosh has been committed to using the gospel and HBCU community to inform, inspire, and en- gage people while create safe spaces for healing, transformational leadership and spiritual for- mation to take place. He is a native of St. Louis, Missouri, and a 2012 graduate of in Holly Springs, MS, where he received his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, and in 2014 received his Master of Divinity degree from Gammon Theological Seminary in Atlanta, GA.

Kosh served two years as Director of the Wesley Foundation in Lorman, . From 2016 through 2019, he served as the College Chaplain and Professor of Religion at his alma mater, Rust College, where the ministry grew and flourished, leaving a positive impact on the campus and the community. Though he is busy with ministry, parenting and civic engagement, Kosh still has plans of pursuing doctoral work.

Our speaker currently serves as the Campus Pastor and Director of "Thee I Love" Wesley Founda- tion and as lead Pastor for Couparle UMC in Camden, MS where he is committed to empowering students to "build faith that transforms lives". Kosh is an avid reader, writer, social justice advocate and loves Hip Hop. His motto is “Do Justice, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly” (Micah 6:8).

Rust College, it is an honor to welcome back one of our own, Rev. Kevin Kosh, Jr. Mass Communications Annual Event

17th Annual Mass Communications Week Celebration

Each October, the Department of Mass Communications partners with the Rust College Wilkins/Smith Distin- guished Lecture Series to deliver workshops for the College community. This year, October 12-16, 2020, media experts, mostly alumni, from across the nation gathered virtually to share professional expertise and industry ad- vances with classes and student groups. Guest speakers included Michael Reel, ’92, Publisher, Reel Urban News.com; Dr. Juliana Trammel, ’01, Professor, Savannah State University; Doc Holliday, former Sports Direc- tor, WATN-TV Local-24/CW-30; Meghann Oglesby, ’09, Producer, Performance Today, Minnesota Public Ra- dio (MPR); Lisa Dandridge, ’09, Producer/News Manager, WREG-3; LaMarco McLendon, ’15, Content Coordi- nator NETFLIX. Throughout this week-long event, students had the opportunity to talk with speakers virtually in small groups. This annual signature event is planned and hosted by the Division of Humanities’ Department of Mass Communications’ faculty and students.

Michael Reel Meghann Oglesby

DOC Holliday

Dr. Juliana Trammel Lisa Dandridge

Marco McLendon

The 2020/21 Lyceum Committee Virtual Debut

The Lyceum Series 2020-21 had its virtual debut October 7th with award winning science fiction novelist and editor, Sheree Renée Thomas. A native Memphian inspired by myth and folklore, natural science, and Mississippi Delta conjure, she is the Associate Editor of the historic Black arts literary journal, Obsidian. A 2020 World Fantasy Award Finalist in the Special Award – Professional category, she is also the author of two multi-genre/hybrid collec- tions, Sleeping Under the Tree of Life (2016) and Shotgun Lullabies (2011). First to introduce W.E.B. Du Bois’s sci- ence fiction stories, Thomas edited the groundbreaking, award-winning anthologies, Dark Matter (2000 and 2004). Nine Bar Blues: Stories from an Ancient Future (Third Man Books, May 2020) is her fiction debut. Open to the public and offering AEP credit to the Rust College stu- dent body, the Lyceum series this year will center on Octa- via Butler’s timely novel Parable of the Sower. The Lyceum Series Committee includes Ms. Sandra Burke, Mr. Byron Chatman, Dr. Shawnta D. Chatman, Dr. Anisi Daniels- Smith, Mrs. Sheronda Gipson-Marion, Ms. Danielle L. Littlefield, and Committee Chair, Dr. Anna B. Scott.

The Matrix of Creativity….

On September 23, 2020, along with colleague Danielle Littlefield, MFA, Dr. Anna Scott par- ticipated in a roundtable discussion held by the University of Press. “Imagining Freedom in and Mississippi was a wide-ranging conversation on the role of the Black artist and arts in the liberation of people of African descent worldwide. https://www.facebook.com/events/34923546312480

-Visit The Writing Center-

The Writing Center serves all students, staff and faculty at Rust College. Appointments can be made using the following links:

https://rustcollege.mywconline.com/ (Make appointments for Online synchronous, In-person and eTutoring)

[email protected] (Send/share Google.docs for synchronous and asynchronous assistance)

Writing Across the Curriculum course on Blackboard (Reference information and handouts)

Writing Center Walk-ins - McCarty-Varnell Business, Computer Science, Social Science Center - BCS 110

Walk-in consultations from 8:00 a.m. (9:00 a.m.) - 12:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (6:00 p.m.) Monday through Thursday and until 3:00 p.m. - Friday, 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. by special appointment. Peer Consultant is available Friday night and Saturday by appointment).

For more information contact:

Mr. Mark L. Ridge, WAC Coordinator, 662) 252-8000, Ext. 4068

From the Director of Admissions’ Desk… JeffersonThaddeus

We have now concluded second module registration. As a result of a dil- igent effort from the Admissions team, we were able to enroll 40 stu- dents. This is the highest second module enrollment that we have had in Admissions in more than a decade.

In an attempt to reconnect with local students, the Office of Admissions will be hosting High School Day at Byhalia High School on October 19, 2020. Our goal is to host similar events at all local high schools in addi- tion to sponsoring FAFSA nights.

CAREER CORNER 2020-2021 STUDENT GOVERNMENT From the Office of Career Pathways...LEADERSHIP ELECTED

The Office of Career Pathways recognizes the im- portance of career related experiences and strive to promote and facilitate jobs and internships for students. Please note current in- ternship opportunities in Handshake included, but not limited to:

Job ID Title Employer 895880 Leadership Development and PAID Summer Internships INROADS 2102181 INROADS PWC Accounting INTERNSHIP For HBCU STUDENTS INROADS Research Experiences and Internships at the National Energy Tech- Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Edu- 840060 nology Laboratory cation 1289654 Camp Counselors & Activity Instructors Camp Cayuga 2548833 Sports Coaching Summer Internship (Paid) Jun-Aug 2021 International Sports Training Camp 2777413 Summer 2021 Camp Administrative Assistant Camp Weequahic

1121443 Finance Intern TWR International 1121413 Journalism Intern TWR International 1885022 Human Resources Intern TWR International 2916514 Internship - Animal Care Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch 2916619 Internship - Veterinary Technician Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch

2916703 Internship - Sanctuary Facilities Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch 3102296 Social Media Intern TWR International 3102312 Video Production Intern (TWR MOTION) TWR International 3125313 Financial Advisor Intern Sage Point Financial, Inc 1089668 MRC Graphic Design Paid Internship - Spring 2021 Media Research Center

1089595 CNSNews.com Paid Internship - Spring 2021 Media Research Center

How to apply for jobs/internships on Handshake:

Step 1: Sign up for Handshake at app.joinhandshake.com Step 2: Go to “View my Profile” and complete it with a Professional Profile Picture, Work Experience, Education, and other relevant information Step 3: Upload your resume Step 4: Wait for approval Step 5: Go to “Job” tab and start exploring full-time and part-time jobs as well as internships.

FedEx Internships: Applications are now open for the 2021 FedEx Services and FedEx Corporate Internship Program. The Summer 2021 Program is scheduled to run from June 7, 2021, to Aug. 9, 2021. FedEx offers internship opportunities for various majors and locations. We encourage students that are interested in these opportunities to visit https://careers.fedex.com/intern to learn more. Wilkins-Smith Institute Corner….

Ida B. Wells-Barnett Social Justice Distinguished Lecture Series (AY2020-2021)

Ida B. Wells-Barnett Social Justice Distinguished Lecture Series - Virtual, Dr. Cynthia Bond Hobson – GBHEM Assistant Gen- eral Secretary of the Black College Fund and Ethnic Concerns, , (August 27, 2020) Ida B. Wells-Barnett Social Justice Distinguished Lecture Series – Virtual, Kameron Whalum of the world famous Bruno Mars Band, (September, 2020) Ida B. Wells-Barnett Social Justice Distinguished Lecture Series – Virtual, Reverend Kenneth T. Whalum, Senior Pastor, New Olivet Baptist Church, Memphis, TN, and former Memphis mayoral candidate and activist who is known through the River City for “Keeping it Real,” (September, 2020) Tribe, LLC, Doc Holliday, Former Sports Director, WATN-TV Local-24/CW-30, (October 12-16, 2020)

Other Distinguished Lecturers will be announced later. Invitations have been extended to the following – wait- ing for responses.

Michelle Duster – Author, speaker and writing professor at Columbia College Chicago. Duster has written, published and contributed to a total of nine books, two of which include the writings of her great-grandmother, Ida B. Wells.

Lonnie Bunch, Ph.D. – Director, Smithsonian Institute, founder and former director, National Museum of African American History and Culture

Wendi C. Thomas – Former investigative reporter with the Memphis Commercial Appeal Newspaper, now an award-winning independent journalist based in Memphis, Tennessee. Her work focuses on economic and racial justice.

Congressman Bennie Thompson – U.S. Representative, Mississippi 2nd Congressional District

Reverend Olu Brown – Lead Pastor, Impact Church, one of the largest and most progressive United Methodist Churches in Metropolitan Atlanta, GA. Widely known for his ability to connect with to- day’s youth and college students in ways that are spiritually transformative and that highlights the need for social justice.

Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf – Former NBA Star, Mahmoud is globally recognized as being a leading advo- cate for human rights and social justice, and being a mentor to Colin Kaepernick, as well as other professional athletes.

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Registered and Ready to VOTE!

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Rust College Men and Women's Schedule 2020-21

Date Men/Women Opponent Home/Away Time

Oct 27 Women Blue Mountain Home 5:30 p.m.

Oct 30 Men Southeast Baptist College (Life University Classic) Neutral TBA

Oct. 31 Men Thomas University (Life University Classic) Neutral TBA

Nov. 2 Men Blue Mountain Away 6:00 p.m.

Nov. 3 Women Faulkner University Away 5:30 p.m.

Nov. 5 Men/Women Crowley’s Ridge Away 5:30 p.m.

Nov. 10 Men Freed-Hardeman University Away 7:99 p.m.

Nov. 12 Men Blue Mountain Home 7:30 p.m.

Nov. 14 Women Life University (@Talladega Classic) Neutral TBD

Nov. 15 Women Bethel University (@Talledega Classic) Neutral TBD

Nov. 25 Men University of North Alabama (Exhibition) Away 7:00 p.m.

Jan. 5 Men/Women Away 5:30 p.m.

Jan. 9 Men/Women Away 6:00 p.m.

Jan. 12 Women Mississippi University for Women Home 5:30 p.m.

Jan. 15 Men/Women Away 5:30 p.m.

Jan. 16 Men/Women Xavier University Away 5:30 p.m.

Ja. 18 Men/Women Oakwood University Home 5:30 p.m..

Ja. 21 Men/Women Edwards Waters College Away 5:30 p.m. Jan. 23 Men/Women Crowley’s Ridge Hoe 5:30 p.m.

Jan. 25 Men/Women Home 5:30 p.m.

Jan. 27 Men/Women Away 5:30 p.m.

Jan. 29 Men/Women Mississippi University for Women Away 5:30 p.m.

Jan. 30 Men/Women Philander- Home 2:0 p.m.

Feb. 1 Men/Women Home 5:30 p.m..

Feb. 3 Men/Women Talladega College Away 5:30 p.m.

Feb. 6 Men Mississippi University for Women Away 7:30 p.m.

Feb. 8 Men/Women Tougaloo College Away 5:30 p.m.

Feb. 11 Men/Women Stillman College Home 5:30 p.m.

Feb. 13 Men/Women Xavier University Home 2:00 p.m.

Feb. 15 Men/Women Dillard University Home 5:30 p.m.

Feb. 17 Men/Women Edwards Waters College Home 5:30 p.m.

Feb. 20 Men/Women Philander-Smith College Away 2:00 p.m.

Feb. 27 Men/Women GCAC Conference Tournament Jacksonville, FL Mar. 18 Men/Women NAIA National Championships

Edward Newton, - Head Men’s Basketball Coach Eric Jackson, Jr. - Head Women’s Basketball Coach Stanley Stubbs, Associate Athletic Director Dr. Ishmell Edwards - Athletic Director Dr. Ivy Taylor - President

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Dr. Dartell Treadwell Dartell Dr. adipiscing augue blandit minim ab- Rust College COVID-19 bas oppeto commoveo vereor. Task-Force Update Reminders Suscipit, vicis praesent erat feugait epulae, validus indole duis enim valaconsequat genitus at. Sed, plago The Rust College COVID-19 Task Force is committed to the high- conventio, aliquip ulum accumsan est standard of safety and protection for our institution's students, staff, and faculty. The task force relies on collaborative efforts from adipiscing augue blandit minim ab- multiple departments across campus to ensure we recognize the lat- bas oppeto commoveo vereor. est standards of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the Mississippi State Health Office, and the policies developed by our task force.

Since Rust College opened its door for hybrid learning for Fall 2020, no student has tested positive for COVID- 19. We attribute this to the entire Rust College family's diligence of wearing their mask, observing social dis- tancing standards, and adhering to the Rust policies.

Rust College has ordered over 7,000 COVID-19 Rapid Result Tests. When students, staff, and faculty return for the third module, Rust College plans to conduct mass testing to ensure we continue to remain safe during this difficult time.

Until then, we want to remind employees, students, and visitors that they can reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 by taking the same steps to prevent infection from the flu and the common cold.

 Maintain physical distance of at least 6 feet from others;

 Wear face coverings as appropriate;

 Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If water is not available, use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol;

 Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands;

 Avoid contact with people who are sick;

 Stay home while sick and avoid close contact with others;

 Cover your mouth and nose with your elbow or a tissue when coughing or sneezing, and immediately dis- pose of the used tissue;

 Utilize secondary handwashing or sanitizing stations that are set up with either hand sanitizer or wipes/ towelettes; and

 Avoid handshaking to reduce the spread of germs.

The Rust College COVID-19 Task Force:

Dr. Dartell Treadwell, Assistant to the President for Strategic Initiatives Ms. Jannie Luellen, Director of Student Health Ms. Tanya Kelly Kirk, Associate Dean for Housing and Judicial Affairs Mr. Robert Curry, Director of Physical Plant Mr. Eric Scott, Chief of Security -ANNOUNCEMENTS-

UNCF BUDWEISER NATALIE JOHN- SON SCHOLARSHIP UNCF is proud to announce the availability of UNCF BUD- WEISER NATALIE JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP applica- tion at https://scholarships.uncf.org/

The program is designed to provide scholarship opportunities to entering college juniors and/or seniors who attend a four-year, accredited, historically black college or university (“HBCU”) in the fall of 2020. In addition, eligible applicants must:  Possess a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale. 2020-2021  Have a declared major in the following academic disci- LEADERS FORUM MEETING DATES plines: mechanical, electrical, chemical or industrial engi- neering; chemistry; marketing; economics; sales; finance; or supply chain logistics. All meetings will be held in the Campus Guest House unless notified differently. Write and submit a 250-500 word essay based on the following ques- tion: “Describe how you have positively impacted your communi- ty, school or both.” November 1, 2020 - 4:00 p.m. February 1, 2021 - 12:00-1:00 p.m. Selected students will receive a one-time $4,000 scholarship award March 1, 2021 - 12:00-1:00 p.m. in the fall 2020. April 5, 2021 - 12:00-1:00 p.m. The scholarship recipients will be requested to submit, via their cell phone, a thank you video of no more than 60 seconds to UNCF be- fore the funds are sent to their attending institutions. For award consideration, applicants must submit the online applica- tion including current transcript and updated resume by October 30, 2020. PRESIDENT’S CABINET To directly apply or learn more about the UNCF BUDWEISER NATALIE JOHNSON SCHOLARSHIP, please visit https:// scholarships.uncf.org/ToProgram/BudScholarship President’s Cabinet will meet November 10, 2020 Title Text 8:30 p.m. First time users must register at https://scholarships.uncf.org/ Heard Auditorium Account/LogOn This is a good place to briefly, but effectively, describe your Varnell Business, Computer & Social Science For additional question, please contact Girmu Habte Senior Relationshipproduct or services. Manager Building Tel: 202.810.0256

Announcements Continued… 2020-2021 STUDENT GOVERNMENT

LEADERSHIP ELECTED VIRTUAL CAREER FAIRS (Handshake) Scholarship Opportunity... October 15th Business BLACK COLLEGE STU- 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. DENTS WITH A PASSION FOR SPORTS PLAY-BY- PLAY -- A Scholarship and October 20th mentorship program have Education been launched in order to 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. create a more diverse broadcast industry!

October 22nd Humanities 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. QUALIFICATIONS: Current black undergraduate or graduate students with interest in pursuing a career in sports play-by- October 25th play. Social Science 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. TO APPLY: October 29th Go to www.blackpxpfund.com/scholarships for more information on how to apply for a scholarship. Science & Mathematics Applications will be accepted thru 11/15/2020 with 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. winners selected in December 2020 for the Spring 2021 semester. Reach out to Adam Giardino GRADUATE SCHOOL FAIR (President/Founder) at [email protected] (Handshake) with any additional questions.

November 5th www.blackpxpfund.com 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

From the Desk of the Registrar

10/26/20 Master Schedules from Divisions for Spring and Summer 2021 due in Registrar’s Office

11/9 - 11/13/20 Academic Counseling and Second Semester Registration

11/16/20 Last day to apply for Spring Grad- uation

Ms. Eleanor Clayborn, Registrar McCoy Administration Building 2nd Floor (662) 252-8000, ext. 4055 Rust College Founders’ Day Weekend will be Virtual Only Amid the Pandemic 2020-2021

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the one hundred and fifty-fourth (154th) Founders’STUDENT Day celebrations GOVERNMENT have pivoted into a virtual platform. The week set aside to commemorate the history of Rust CollegeLEADERSHIP and those who have contributed ELECTED to its suc- cess; and one of the largest events in the city of Holly Springs will focus on the traditions typically occurring during this time as visitors would gather on and off-campus. However, we are not deterred as there is much to celebrate.

The Founders’ Week celebration will officially begin with the Bell Ringing on November 1, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. The Coro- nation of Mr. and Miss Rust College will air on November 5, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. and finally, the Annual Founders’ Day Con- vocation will be aired on November 8, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. with guest speaker, Rust College graduate and former chaplain, Rev. Kevin Kosh. Rev. Kosh is currently the Wesley Foundation Director and Campus Pastor at Jackson State University.

All events can be accessed virtually at:

YouTube: RCTV Facebook: @RCBEARCATS1866 TV (Locally): RCTV2 Simulcast: Rust College Radio Station WURC 88.1 FM Website: www.rustcollege.edu

“By Their Fruits Ye Shall Know Them”

Dr. Ivy R. Taylor President

Mrs. Tiffani Perry Chief-of-Staff

Ms. Mary LeSueur Director of Public Relations

Facebook: @RCBEARCATS1866 TV (local): RCTV2 Website: www.rustcollege.edu Phone: (662) 252-8000, Ext. 4915