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Volume XL Number V Atlanta, Georgia ______October 30, 1987 Lecture Focuses On King's Views By Lynn Hayes EDITOR-IN-CHIEF theology, suggested that King’s “Today we seldom take time ideas were influenced by four to engage in serious philosophi­ major sources. cal reflection. Who do we look “Dr. King was a highly to for philosophical insight?,” trained and educated minister asked Dr. Ralph D. Ellis, a who struggled with the power professor at Clark College, as of Christian love to make a he introduced the speaker of difference in Christian life. The the 5th annual C. Eric Lincoln major institution controlled by Lectureship in Social Ethics. Blacks is the Black church,” “The Ethical Pillars of Dr. said Dr. West “and this was Martin Luther King’s one of Dr. King’s most Thought” was the focus of Dr. influencial sources.” King’s Cornell West’s address at the thoughts were also influenced convocation which took place by the philosophy of M. K. recently in Davage Audito­ Ghandi, an advocate of rium. Dr. West, a professor of non-violent social and political Photo By Les Smith Philosophy and Christian change in modern India. Dr. C. Eric Lincoln, pro)essor of Religion and Scholars and students participate in a forum Practice at The Union Theo­ Dr. King also placed Culture at Duke University, and Professor John that took place recently as part of the C. Eric logical Seminary in New York emphasis on survival through Diamond, the Andrew H. Mellon Professor of Lincoln Lectureship. The respondents include and one of the youngest Black liberal Christianity and kinetic Systematic Theology at I.T.C. (left to right) Sherry Austin, a student majoring theologian leaders in Black Continued On Page 14 in Religion and Philosophy at Clark College; SGA President: Helping The Needy: Many Contribute Students To Fast Next Month By Maria Odum MANAGING EDITOR Betty Richardson, campaign dierector of Homecoming Ideas Many generous Americans would forfeit Oxfam America, believes that “students are the By Sonia White eating a meal so that someone in a developing key to turning the world around,” and she STAFF WRITER country who is starving can eat. applauds the consistent involvement of This year’s Clark College Homecoming theme is Now those benevolent people have a chance to Southern colleges in the annual Fast fora World “Metamorphosis: the Beginning of Change.” do so during Oxfam America’s Fast for a World Harvest. The series of events starting Nov. 1 will feature activities Harvest, an educational and fund-raising “Southern colleges, since many of them are ranging from the annual worship services, that will enhance the program. land-grant colleges, have a special connection to spirituality status of each individual, the fun and games day This year, the fast will tc.se place on Nov. 19, our work overseas. Many southern students are including the talent show, to the Homecoming game between exactly one week before Thanksgiving. dealing directly with the techniques of the Clark College Panthers and Alabama A&M. The big Thousands of tasters around the country will agriculture seed development and irrigation, highlight of the week is the Miss Clark College Coronation at give up one or more meals and donate the money which are the very core of the self-help projects the Vivian Wilson Henderson Center at 8 p.m. on Nov. 6. they would have spent on food to Oxfam we support in Africa.” said Ms. Richardson. Royalty and elegance is the motto for this year’s coronation. America. Ms. Richardson reminds others that poor “We expect this coronation to be better than ever because the Oxfam America, which is headquartered in peoples' struggles are similar all over the world. main focus will be placed on Miss Clark College. Total respect Boston will then fund self-help development “The trickle-down economic theory is not will be given to her and her court,” said Beretta Smith, the projects and disaster relief in poor countries in working anywhere. What is working is people Homecoming coordinator. Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. organizing at the grassroots. Southern “The difference this year in the planning of the Homecoming The name “Oxfam" comes from the Oxford cooperatives that are doing literacy training and events and the events sponsored in the past is that this year the Committee for Famine Relief, founded in basic legal training to secure land rights are level of cooperation has increased,” said Whitney Young, the England in 1942. Oxfam America, founded in doing in the United States what Oxfam is doing Student Government Association president. The student 1970, started the Fast for a World Harvest in in the Third World.” body, faculty members and some administrative staff members 1974. It is one of seven autonomous Oxfams The Fast for a World Harvest is Oxfam have been pouring their ideas and resources together to make throughout the world, as there are Oxfams in America’s major fund-raiser. It accounts for this year’s H omecoming a success. Even the parade is expected Great Britain, Australia, Belgium, Canada, nearly 10 percent of their annual income. to be well-organized and entertaining. Quebec and Hong Kong. Officials from Oxfam America visited Atlanta The Red and Black Ball is the last event scheduled to take “The challenge of international development Oct. 13 through Oct. 15. Dr. Ladd spoke to place. It will be at the Omni International. This semi-formal confronts us most staggeringly in Africa,” said Atlanta University Center students, addressing event is free to all Clark students. The doors will open Dr. Florence Ladd, associate executive director fasting and career opportunities in what she calls Saturday at 10 p.m. on Nov 7. There will be fine music, good of Oxfam America. “For historical as well as “the peace profession.” food, and plenty of dancing. Whether you go alone or with social and political reasons, Black Americans Funds can be sent to Oxfam America, 115 someone, the Red and Black Ball will be a classy event you have a special role to play in meeting this Broadway, Boston, Mass. 02116. For more wouldn’t want to miss. challenge.” information call (617) 482-1211. : Special Homecoming Issue j Page 2 The Clark College Panther October 39, 1987 Students Urged To Be Leaders NEWSBITS tend to imitate the leader. However, Dr. Clark emphas­ By Velisa Smith By Jacqueline Reid CONTRIBUTING WRITER “Group members and other ized to student leaders of the ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR An associate professor of would-be members tend to Women Resource Center and Clark students Goanna Parker and Tammi Baker have Business Education at Clark imitate the dress, the language, other organizations on Clark’s each been awarded a $5,000 scholarship from General College told student leaders the mannerisms and the campus the responsibility they Motors. The scholarships, which are part of the General recently that being a role model conduct of a leader,” stated Dr. accepted. “When you accepted Motors-Clark College Dual Degree Program Grant, are is a quality no leader can deny. Clark. the position of a leader for your renewable on an annual basis (contingent upon academic Dr. Charletta B. Clark, Her speech, entitled “Effec­ organization at Clark College, status and General Motors work performance). speaking at a leadership tive Leaders Quality,” focused you accepted a great deal of luncheon sponsored by the on leaders in terms of some of responsibility,” she said. Women’s Resource Center, the qualities they should The leadership luncheon is pointed out the importance of possess. Several qualities she just one of the many activities Dr. O.M. Puri, chairman of Clark’s Physics department, student leaders being good role pointed out were positive that involve the Women’s has been awarded a $287,400 research grant by the U.S. models. According to Dr. attitudes, setting meaningful Resource Center. Previous Department of Energy. The grant will provide training for Clark, one of the reasons it is goals, motivation, respect for activities such as the facilita­ undergraduate and graduate students during the academic important to be a good role authority and “a strong sense of tor’s luncheon and upcoming year. model is because other pride in your school, organiza­ activités such as the Little Mr. members of the organization tion, and yourself.” Continued On Page 14

The Need Committee of the American Nuclear Society has awarded the Clark College Rowland Standard Oil Scholars Summer Program $2,500 in support of Clark’s Dekalb Chapter To Host Alumni work to stimulate minority students’ interest in engineering. By Terri Shell business meetings are planned. Later in the day, STAFF WRITER the Annual Alumni Luncheon is scheduled. To The DeKalb Alumni Chapter is the host for top off the evening, the coronation of Miss Clark Daisy Putnam, relief director for the Clark College Clark College 1987 Homecoming and Alumni College and her court is scheduled. dormitories, is hospitalized in the intensive care unit of Fall Conference. A number of events are On Saturday, Nov. 7, Homecoming day, the Crawford W. Long Memorial Hospital. The hospital lists planned for Nov.5 through Nov. 8. The morning will begin with a pregame breakfast her condition as fair. headquarters will be at the Omni Hotel at CNN followed by the parade. The afternoon will be Center. highlighted by the Homecoming game against According to the reservations assistant at the Alabama A&M. To bring the evening to a close Hotel, “The block reserved for Clark has been the Alumni will dance the night away at the Red Dr. Milford W. Greene was recently appointed the new filled but we have other accomodations available and Black Ball. director of engineering for the Atlanta University Center s at the same rates.” To conclude the festivities Sunday, Nov. 8, the Dual Degree and Pre-Enrollment Engineering Programs. On Thursday, Nov. 5, the Alumni has Alumni is scheduled to attend the Homecoming The Dual Degree Engineering Program is offered jointly by scheduled conference registration and business concert featuring topname entertainment. the AUC undergraduate institutions, the Georgia Institute meetings. That evening will feature a reception Proceeds will benefit the college endowment of Technology, the Rochester Institute of Technology, to formally greet Clark’s new president and fund. A special suite will be open for alumni to Auburn University and Boston University. Under this Board of Trustees. say goodbyes to their classmates which will be arrangement, students study at an AUC college for three On Friday, Nov. 6, innovative workshopsand the finale of the Alunmi Fall Conference. years and at one of the engineering institutions for two years, earning both a bachelor’s degree and an engineering degree. Clark Honors A rea A lumni By Velisa Smith area agents, who assist in was $178,029, which was an “Promoting the Health of Black Americans” is the theme CONTRIBUTING WRITER soliciting contributions from average gift of $200. Out of for the first national conference held to address the primary The Atlanta area alumni other alumni. The first, second, 3,132 Atlanta area alumni, 428 health issues facing Blacks in the 80s. The National Center contributors to Clark College and third place winners were contributed 82,188.47. Hamil­ for Health Education and the Campbell Soup Company will for 1986-87 were recently Benjamin Burks, Ida Wolfe ton told the alumni contribu­ sponsor the conference on Nov. 13 and Nov. 14, at the honored by th? A'"mni Office Ross, and Vivian Snellings tors that “this is a significant Holiday Inn Crown Plaza in Atlanta. The main focus of the in the Exhibition Hall of the Baskerville, respectively. amount, but it’s not the best we conference will be the leading causes of death among Blacks Robert Woodruff Library. Hamilton described first place are going to do.” and the national government and private programs that are According to alumni winner Burks as a person who However, Hamilton’s major dealing with these programs. Registration for the director Harold Hamilton, this “knocks on a lot of doors and goal for ;he reception was not conference is $195. For additional information, contact The is the first year for Clark rings a lot of phones.” only t - honor the alumni National Center for Health Education, 30 E. 29th St., New alumni contributors to be He added, “Ben is with us contributors but also to York, N.Y. 10016. honored in person. through thick and thin.” “strengthen thealumni “Generally in the past, the The total amount contrib­ relationship with the school.” alumni awards were mailed. uted by Ciarkites nationally This year we decided to express our appreciation to them in Students Airline Tickets!!! person,” said Hamilton. IA Submarine Sandwiches & Now Available at Scott Travel located The 250 alumni who at­ tended the honorary reception Snacks in the Western Union Building—Up were awarded plaques by Stairs 165 J.P. 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Now There’s A M’eating Room Students Start PR Firm our own chickens. We have our meat ground. There is yet another new eating place which By Regina Boyd We serve a variety of breads, we’re offering the has been added to the diversity of restaurants in CONTRIBUTING WRITER kind of food we would want to eat,” boasts Ms. the Atlanta University Center vicinity. It is The school year is moving onward and so are the mass Français. “Each week, items will be offered to called the M’eating Room Grill and is located on communications public relations majors. Just what are all see what sells and everyone is invited to make his the Clark College campus in its “rec room.” these posters for in the Mass Communcations Department? or her wants known now.” “We wanted to give the ‘rec’ a name that would Well, they represent hard work and determination of the Owners Geri Blanchet and Patricia Anderson create a feel for what we want it to be—a nice public relations majors. opened the grill on Oct. 9 and it’s gotten a lot of place for people to come together to eat good A new school year to these students also means ‘new attention since then. Ms. Anderson stated that food. Add meet with eat and you get the ideas’. PR majors are renewing and reorganizing their she and Ms. Blanchet were college class mates at ‘M’eating Room’,” said Geri Blanchet, coowner Public Relations Student Society (PRSSA) charter. In Fisk University. “We had lost contact with each and former public relations director of Clark addition to that, on Aug. 28 of this year, they began the first other for the last 10 years. Then this spring, College. black student-run public relations firm, Creative Outlet something made me find Geri. We talked about “When I left Clark in 1986, it was with the idea Student Media Organization (COSMO). joining in a business venture but kept meeting of coming back to the area to offer a place with PRSSA is a professional student organization that earned dead ends. One day Geri called and said, ‘This is good food and a pleasant environment for the distinction of being the second largest public relations it, Pat’, and I flew in from Charleston that students, faculty, staff and even the community society in the world. Albert McCorvey, president of Clark’s weekend. Now, I’m here for duration. It seems to get to know one another. For the five years PRSSA chapter said. “The organization's goal is to provide like a worthwhile thing to do.” that 1 worked here, there was no place for people students with learning experiences pertaining to public Ms. Anderson is the former personnel director to meet in a nonthreatening, nonacademic, relations.” PRSSA has already had four meetings this and manager of Seabrook Island Luxury Resort social environment. That part of the college semester. Topics discussed ranged from the importance of outside Charleston on the coast of South experience was missing and it’s important. It’s networking to tips on preparing resumes and cover letters. Carolina. where everyone gets to see the other as a human McCorvey was instrumental in organizing COSMO of The three ladies have joined to provide the being, not just as ‘teacher’ or ‘student.’ Late in which he is also president. The student-run firm is a source best snack bar food in the area and with the the summer I found out that Thayer Hall had for developing professionals. It represents a very innovative “cook’s Specials” hope to offer something been renovated and the ‘rec’ was available so I way for public relations students to put their skills to work in different for the more sophisticated palate. seized the opportunity in order that my dream practical ways and get experience in running a business, The new Caribbean Cool drink from Trinidad for Clark College could come true, and yes, for working with and meeting clients’ needs. was offered first in Atlanta at the M’eating myself as well.” Robert Knowles, COSMO’s professional adviser, helped Room. It’s selling like hot cakes, Ms. Blanchet The M ’eating Room offers the basic snack bar the student firm obtain their first contract with A. said. items—hamburgers, fried chicken, hot dogs, Brown-Olmstead Associates, campaigning for the first Faculty, staff and students are all invited to french fries— but it also offers a bit more. National Black Arts Festival in Atlanta next summer. come to the M’eating Room, located at the Geneva Français, the cook, specializes in COSMO will also be campaigning for the Atlanta bottom of Thayer Hall. Try the Caribbean AfricanFrench cuisine and her Wednesday University Center Mini Arts Festival next semester. Not Coolers, try the Wednesday Cook’s Specials, try “Cook’s Special” will feature the creative dishes only does the firm provide an opportunity for the students to the fresh sliced chicken sandwich, the fresh that have garned her a glowing review in The make money, but it provides the kind of learning that can’t ground hamburger or the wing special! Atlanta Journalconstitution and a possible be found in textbooks. future appearance on “The Oprah Winfrey Come see what the talk is about. It’s the Show.” M’eating Room for good food and good All food is fresh, not prepackaged. “We boil company. We like people who ask “What’s in it for me?”

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We Can Print What We Please We Dedicate This Issue By Sheila Y. Thomas have the right to publish articles on all topics. If a STAFF WRITER school newspaper cannot publish students’ As we embark upon daily challenges that require time and The issue of student press freedom is at issue opinions, then why can other papers? Is it that effort, we often put of f until tommorrow what could be done again. the First Amendment is for protection outside today. Live each day to the fullest because tommorrow is not A high school journalist wrote on the topic of the school doors? promised to anyone. teenage pregnancy. In this article the student All Americans are guaranteed protection The Panther newspaper dedicates the Homecoming issue interviewed three pregnant students that under the First Amendment. to Patricia Hurse. We otter our condolences to Ms. Hursein attended the school. The article was to inform If pregnant teens can attend school, the school the loss of her daughter. 1 raneisha. J raneisha was killed in other teenagers of their ordeal with becoming a paper can write about the news or ordeal of the an auto accident recently. parent so that they may try to curve the rising teenager. They have to learn sometime. Ms. Hurse is the former secretary and administrative pregnancy rate. Should the United States Supreme Court assistant to the chairperson of the Mass Communications But the principal did not see that this article decide in favor of the Hazelwood School office. Dr. Frank Johnson. Because she once worked in the was needed. He felt it was “too controversial“ District, the administrators may be listed as department. Ms. Hurse is a very close friend to many and “too sensitive.” winners. But the true losers would be the citizens Panther staff members and students How can the problem of teen pregnancies not of America. be important enough for teenagers to read about? Gradually our rights to free speech and the The student’s First Amendment rights to freedom to express our opinions would be Remember Your Heritage freedom of speech was violated. All newspapers limited. By Ronnette V. Smith CONTRIBUTING WRITER Black is a color. African American is a people - No. Not Set An Example For Others Afro-American because an afro is a hair style. In an effort to give Blacks back a little of what they’ve lost, Bv Wenda Brown especially the two students in the shouting Blacks should start admitting that they are African Americans. CONTRIBUTING WRITER match, will know that he is supposed to be Black skin tones come in many shades. Shades go from Several days ago, two students decided to “college.” While this does not make him better blue-black to cold-black to dark brown to carmel brown to red settle personal differences in public. Through an than anybody else, it does make him an example bone brown to high yellow. opened dorm window, their shouting match for younger brothers and sisters who may dream People from Russia are called Russians; people from sounded like it was taking place just next door. of being in college one day. England are called English; people from Poland are called In fact, the incident caused such a disturbance, Therefore, college students must put forth an Polish; people from Japan are called Japanese, but people from it not only took the attention of those in listening extra effort to set good examples in character Africa are labeled Black. First, it was Negro, then it was and viewing distance on campus but also it drew and in conduct for those who follow behind Afro-American; now, Blacks have arrived and been labeled a the attention of residents from John Hope them. Those kids in John Hope Homes do not color. Homes. have to leave their apartment complex to see Now, it is recognized that most people feel like they are from Voices of young kids from the Homes were people arguing and fighting. Moreover, they can a city in the U nited States, but somewhere down the line Africa heard telling others to look at “the kind of stuff find any drunkard or mentally disturbed person was home for a proud ancestor. that’s going on at Clark College.” Replies in to show them how that’s done. Have you ever filled out an application and encounter those adult voices swore if something as disturbing as Yet, when they look at the Clark College little boxes that ask you to designate your race? Next time, the brawl happened in the Homes, the police campus or any campus, they should be able to check out the boxes’ listings. You’ll find (Latin American, would have been on the scene in no time at all. As race to the scene on that campus and see two Native American, Black and other) Does anything look strange the residents predicted, no police ever showed up students settle differences by talking out their here? Yes, America is where you live now. to the scene. conflict or by merely, walking away from the You must never be ashamed of the second largest continent Nevertheless, the more important thing to scene before a brawl can start. because it breeds a first rate people. If you are still confused, let note from this event is how closesly the kids in Certainly, the blood of those two students those perms, relaxers and curls grow out; you will know where John Hope Homes watch the actions of the boiled too much for them to consider the impact your native home is. After the realization hits you. start students on campus. Sometimes you see them their private-but-public dispute could have on checking the box other and fill in AFRICAN AMERICAN. lined up with boxes and sticks claiming to be the the kids in John Hope Homes. Hopefully, the Clark College Marching Band. Unfortunately, next time, they will both think before they react this time their youthful voices could be heard and in a similar situation, they will show that saying in tones of disappointment, “1 thought they have learned at least one thing from they were supposed to be college.” college—how to use their brains and not their Who’s Bad? Hopefully, every student on campus, and brawns. By Keith Allen STAFF WRITER It’s Not Financial Aid’s Fault! The question is, who’s bad? The answer is Michael Jackson. By Gail U. Ross independent. A needs form, two tax forms, "Bad" is the latest single and album from superstar Michael CONTRIBUTING WRITER SEOG. NDSL and a Pell form are all kept Jackson. Have you ever wondered why the refund together in the student’s file to verify the figures Jackson, whose 1982 album “Thiller” broke all record process at Clark takes as long as it does? The for the government. industry records with over 38 million copies sold worldwide, process is simple, but it’s a lot of paper work Once all the figures on the needs form according to Billboard magazine. The album “Thiller” had involved. matches, the information can be sent to Pell seven top 10 singles, including “Beat It” and “Billie Jean.” One reason the school cannot issue a refund which will issue Clark a check. Any information Jackson’s latest effort entered Billboard’s pop album chart at after registration is that the school can't give missing from the file can slow the process down number 1. His two singles from the “Bad” album “I Just Can’t money that it doesn’t have. “Past records have to a halt. During the waiting period for Pell, Stop Loving You” and “Bad” are top 10 pop hits. indicated that 95 to 98 percent of the students are Clark is then able to issue refunds because they The media’s attack on Jackson stems from his busy activities receiving some type of aid,” explained Sheila know they will be compensated. Pell is the cental since his recording of “Thiller” in 1982. Firstly, Jackson outbid Brown, director of Financial Aid. processing center for all aid. former Beatles Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr for the rights Clark has over 1,200 students enrolled at this The Financial Aid Department is of the original Beatle’s recordings. Secondly, Jackson bought a time on financial aid. On the average, 1,000 of reorganizing from last year. They have moved sleeping tank in an effort to keep from aging. Thirdly, he also these students require six documents for their from the stage into the Admissions Office. In the was bidding for the remains of the “Elephant Man,” John file which causes financial aid to handle a total of past, the Financial Aid Office had been Merrick. 6,000 documents. That’s a lot of documents for understaffed. They are working on rectifing the Coming to the defense of Jackson’s was Comedian Whoppi one office to prepare for processing. problem. Goldberg in Jet magazine.“An artist should only be judged on All aid recorded on the charge card at his talent and nothing else,” she said. The Financial Aid office has a large stack of Jackson’s critics, however, are pressing on the singer’s registration is pending until the student’s file is student files that they cannot process because the verified with the Financial Aid office. “If the cosmetic surgery. As Jackson’s manager, Frank Dileo, put it in students failed to provide them with the proper Ebony magazine, “There’s probably no one in Hollywood school tried to issue refunds to students early we documents or information. It’s not Financial would be in the red," explained Roy Bolton, who’s hasn’t had plastic surgery.” Aid's fault if the students do not take time to find Jackson is on his first solo world tour without his brothers, business manager. out if their financial paper work is in order. The process begins with the student the Jacksons. The tour started in Japan and once it finishes submitting the FAF (financial aid form) at Therefore, students should take initive by there it will hit Australia and then eventually end in the United registration. This information is then entered watching for informative bulletins and States. into the computer and put into the student’s file. periodically checking with Financial Aid to find After, first rising to fame with his brothers, the Jackson 5, he Accompaning the FAF are two copies of the out where they stand and what necessary and his brothers later changed to the Jacksons. Jackson started his solo career with the album “Got to be There” in 1972. Later parent’s tax form if the student is dependent or information is needed for their records. Don’t two copies of the student’s tax form if they are wait. Take care of your business. he released the disco smash album “Off the Wall” in 1979. Page 6 The Clark College Panther October 30, 1987

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Dr. Cornel West,professor of Philoshophy Seminary speaks at the 5th annual C. Eric and Christian Practice at Union Theological Lincoln Lectureship in Social Ethics. October 30, 1987 The Clark College Panther Page 7 Features 'Black Colleges Will Survive' By Donnese Cannady STAFF WRITER Bishop College in Dallas, Texas lost its accreditation and will file for chapter 11 bankruptcy. Morristown and Knoxville Colleges, both in Tennessee, barely avoided having their accreditation revoked and both are placed on public probation. According to a recent article in The Atlanta Constitution, “For several reasons ranging from declining enrollments to dwindling endowments, more than a dozen historically Black institutions have closed their doors within the past 20 years.” In recent years, more and more historically Black institutions have been faced with financial difficulties. What are the major problems facing these schools today? Will more Black colleges close? Have historically Black colleges outlived their usefulness? What is the status of the colleges in the Atlanta University Center? Dr. Calvert H. Smith, president of Morris Brown Photo By Albert McCorvey College, Dr. Winfred Harris, interim president of The Atlanta University Center is the largest consortium, of Black schools in higher education in the world. Clark College, and Dr. Leroy Keith, president of Morehouse College, shed some light on these and amounts raised, Clark probably is about the third in you at the same time have eliminated one of the major other questions about the state of Black colleges today the nation of Black schools in terms of their alumni forces of Black progress,” stated Dr. Harris. and in the future. support.” Dr. Smith says,“There are certain needs that Black “There is a need for a great infusion of additional Dr. Smith said, “Our alumni have increased their colleges will continue to supply Black students, that funds to take care of the pressing needs, such as giving to the college since I have been here, they cannot get at a White college.” deferred maintenance on the facilites,” stated Dr. sufficiently.” “The mere fact that the colleges have existed for Keith. All three presidents stated that the need for Dr. Smith said, “I do not see as many Black colleges more than a hundred years says something, stated Dr. additional funds is one of the major problems facing in the future.” He also believes that the colleges that Harris. Dr. Harris and Dr. Smith do not feel that historically Black colleges today. do survive will remain committed to quality Black colleges are run less efficiently than other Dr. Harris says another problem facing Black education. colleges. colleges “is the pressure that Black colleges have to Dr. Keith said, “I predict that most of the Black Dr. Keith stated, “I think non-profit organizations face from the public.” He says, “There is a view in some colleges will continue to strive to a high quality, and in general have been more laxed about the efficency quarters that Black colleges have really outlived there many of them will survive this very critical period of and the management, but I think that it is changing usefulness, so that we are still in a posture in which we time.” because it is absoutely necessary that it change, that we have to almost justify our existence.” Dr. Harris says, “There are going to be some that become more efficient managers of our institutions, Dr. Smith believes that another problem is will close, but I do not see most of them closing.” He because if we don’t then we will have sufficent “redefinition of their role, their mission and purpose in also said, “state schools will increase their white problems in terms of avoiding deficits; so we do have light of changing sociological developments in our population,” in the future. Dr. Harris believes that the to take on the latest in management practices to bring society, and the technological developments within the United Negro College Fund schools will survive in the that to the daily management of our institutions.” industrial community.” future. Dr. Smith believes, “The fact that the Black colleges He says that although “most historically Black “I think the concept of cooperation in the AU center have survived, so long with a lot of financial colleges have been primarily liberal arts institutions, is one that is very admirable, and 1 do think that we difficulties is evidence that they are not run less and there is nothing wrong with that, you must remain have a number of programs that are benefical to all the efficiently.” committed to the liberal arts to ensure students get a schools in the Center. But, I think that we have to Dr. Keith stated, “Morehouse College to my broad general education. But I think we have got to be continue to improve on the level of cooperation that knowledge has never run a deficit, at least in the last 50 more in tune with the technological developments in exists between the individual institutions,” stated Dr. years. We are financially stable. We have an the private sector. We must be more career-oriented in Keith. endowment that allows us some income that is farily terms of our curriculum.” Dr. Smith said, “ A lot of people do not agree with sufficient, but that needs to be improved; but we are, I “I think that funding sources use confusion about me, but I think that we need a combined football team, would say, relevant to some colleges, in very good purpose and mission as a rationale for not giving,” because we are all small institutions and we cannot shape.” says Dr. Smith. All three men believe that Black compete with schools like Savannah State and Fort institutions do have a harder time raising funds than Valley State.” He did say that the level of cooperation Dr. Harris said, “We are financially stable. We do not have a great big endowment, as large as we want most other colleges. between the schools is good, but that there is room for it, but the institution is fiscally sound.” Dr. Keith said, “I think we have to do a better job of improvement. marketing our colleges, and articulate the importance Dr. Harris also believes that the cooperation Morris Brown College’s enrollment has nearly of Black colleges and the essential role that Black between the schools is good, but that we need more doubled in the last three years and the college has moved from year-end deficits to year-end surpluses, colleges have played over the last 120 to 125 years.” cooperation. He says, “We need to investigate the according to Dr. Smith. Dr. Keith believes that this will help to raise more possibilities of what kinds of savings and what kinds of funds. protection we could get from a combined university Dr. Smith also stated that the entire first class of Dr. Harris said, “Colleges are going to have to look center-wide security force.” nurses to graduate from the college’s new nursing program achieved 100 percent passage for licensure by at certain kinds of organizations and see how the Dr. Keith stated, “There are many out there who state boards in Georgia and North Carolina. The programs they have fit the funding priorities of that believe that because limited access is available in a organization, and gear their fund-raising activities to predominantly White college, that there is no need for college also had a successful $5 million capital funds campaign. match those kinds of things.” predominantly Black colleges or historically Black Dr. Smith believes that another way to raise more colleges, and that is a total misconception.” Spelman College’s president, Dr. Johnette B. Cole, funds “is to get maxium utilization of relationships. Dr. Keith also said, “The fact that we enroll 20 was not available for an interview. However, in a press That is to say, we have alumni ererywhere and those percent of all students (Black students) who are conference at the beginning of the fall term, she stated alumni are in all kinds of companies and they have pursuing a bachelor’s degree, but we graduate 50 that Spelman College has an endownment of $48 developed all kinds of relationships. We need to be percent of all students who graduate with a bachelor million with an operating budget of approximately sure that we capitialize on those relationships to the degrees: that statistic within itself indicates very clearly $19 million. She said, “We feel comfortable in degree that we work with those alumni who are in that there is a strong need, a strong justification for the describing ourselves in good, solid health.” strategic positions to help us generate the income that continuation of Black colleges.” Perhaps, Dr. Keith said it best when he said, “I think is needed appropriately.” “It is evident that the strides that Black people made that Black colleges historically have had a mission of All three men feel that they do receive adequate were made because we always had some mechanism providing access to many students who would not support from their alumni and the Black community, for educating Blacks, and the educated Blacks have otherwise be able to pursue a college education, and 1 but they say that they can always use more support. been the basis on which we are moved. If you remove think it is important to the future of this country that In fact, Dr. Harris says that, “In terms of the dollar those things which form that basis for progress, then these institutions remain in place and prosper.” Page 8 The Clark College Panther October 30, 1987

Miss Clark College & Court

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JA CQ UEL YN B UTTS NICOLE LOFTON TRACY WILLIAMS Miss Clark College Second Attendant First Attendant October 30, 1987 The Clark College Panther Page 9

Miss Clark College: A Glorious Beauty To Behold

By Staci Beasley group is the Smallwood FEATURE EDITOR Singers,” she said. She is as loveable as a teddy Jackie said she is glad that bear and eager to be all that she she has good friends. “1 love can be and more. Her name is being with my friends, because Jacquelyn Butts and she is Miss I can always be myself,” she Clark College 1987—88. added. She went on to say that “Being Miss Clark College she also enjoys the simple means being very honored and things in life. “1 enjoy a simple it is a part of my life that I will walk in the park,” she added. always cherish,” said Jackie. She chose Clark College She added that if the clocks because she wanted to attend a were to be turned back to last Black school. “1 wanted a year, she would still run for chance to receive a good Miss Clark. “/ love it!" she education and be able to learn exclaimed. about my heritage at the same Jackie said being Miss Clark time,” said Jackie. has not been any different for “1 do not feel that 1 have her because she has always accomplished everything I set been active in school activities. out to do at Clark; however, 1 She has been a member of the am proud of the accomplish­ Pre-professional Health ments that 1 have made,” said “I wanted a chance to receive a good education and be able to learn about my heritage at the same time.” society, yearbook staff, Allied Jackie. Health Club, Student Jackie said she is a strong Recruitment Assocition, believer of Black history. She Inspirational Voices of Faith admires Harriet Tubman and Choir, Kresge Hall Center and Sojourner I ruth “1 look at the Alpha Phi Alpha swea­ them as strong Diack women theart. “1 think that it is very who succeeded against the important that students get odds,” said Jackie. She also involved in school activities,” added that she hopes to some noted Jackie. day contribute to the Black Jackie finds herself able to community, a non-profit, communicate with people well. charitable nursing home. “1 "1 think that Miss Clark should think that Black community is be a motivator. As a spokesper­ in a need of a lower income son, her positive role model nursing home that would offer would unify the staff and the luxuries of high income student body of the institu­ nursing home.” tion,” said Jackie. Jackie said that the most She has many plans for Miss important individual in her life Clark. “1 plan to start is God. “He is the center of my Jacquelyn Butts recruiting students for Clark life and without him 1 would MISS CLARK COLLEGE that live outside the state,” said not exist.” Jackie. Her list also includes Jackie was born in Atlanta attending Black awareness and she attended Brown High community health education that she will have the opportun­ true. “The job is not easy, but it programs, meeting prominient School. She lives with her with a concentration in ity to spend her last semester is well worth the time.” She alumni, doing service projects mother and brother. She said hospital administration. She with the new president at went on to say that being Miss and other school related that she comes from a very said that she wanted to major in Clark, Dr. Thomas W. Cole Jr. Clark also gives her a chance to activités . “If 1 get involved, strong family background and something that would involve “I think he was an excellent represent a dynamic family. “1 then I have something to bring she feels that family support is business, social work and choice,” she said. She also have gained not only a good back to my classmates,” said most important in everything hospitals. “I hope to one day be added that he will be able to education but 1 have a very Jackie. that she does.“My family a hospital administrator,” interact with the students well. supportive extention to my Jackie said that she sees always supports me in every­ added Jackie. “He will bring lots of funds and life,” she added. herself as being level headed, thing that 1 do,” said Jackie. After graduating in May new ideas to the insitution,” Jackie said that she is outgoing, sincere, organized “Mom, I love you very dearly; Jackie plans to attend Georgia noted Jackie. looking forward to the and “fun to be with.” She also keep trusting and praying and State for her master’s degree in Jackie said being Miss Clark remainder of her year as Miss added, “I wish that 1 could stay we both will succeed,” said hospital administration . She College requires patience and Clark College 1987—88. She on a steady diet." Jackie. She also added that she also has hopes for attending time. “If you are thinking of said to all Ciarkites, “Promise does not have plans fora family Atlanta University fora becoming Miss Clark College yourself to be so strong that She enjoys going to jazz of her own for at least 10 years. master’s in business adminis­ you should be a very level nothing can disturb your peace concerts, jogging, drama, “1 want to become well tration. “I love business, headed and patient person,” of mind. Forget the mistakes of singing, debating, and listening established before 1 start a management and communicat­ she added. the past and press on to the to music. Gospel is one of her family,” noted Jackie. ing,” said Jackie. Jackie said that being Miss greater achievements of the favorites. “My favorite gospel Jackie is a senior majoring in Jackie said that she is glad Clark College is a dream come future.” Page 10 The Clark College Panther October 30, 1987 Attendants Shine Like Stars By Lynn Hayes By Donnese Cannady EDITOR-IN-CHIEF STAFF WRITER “Nothing will ever happen that I, along “Sometimes Dr. Jeckel and sometimes Mr. with the Lord, cannot handle. For I can do all Hyde.” This is how Nicole Danielle Lofton things through Christ which strengthens me,” sometimes describes herself. professed the 21-year-old senior from Nicole, who is the second attendant to Miss Indianapolis, Ind. Clark College, says people often describe her Born the youngest of 12 siblings under the as a “cool-laid” type of person. But she said zodiac sign of Taurus, Tracy Sheanne that she can sometimes be a very stuborn Williams has reached a plateau of dignity and person and somewhat of a worrier. She says pride within the Clark College family. She is overall she is a nice and very kind person. the first attendant to Miss Clark College for Nicole, who is a English major with a minor the 1987-88 school year. in mass communications, is in her junior year Being chosen the first attendant is a great at Clark. honor for Tracy. She said, “It is a privilege to She is a member of the NAACP and the represent my school to the highest degree Intervarsity Christian Fellowship. She is also possible. According to an excerpt in The the producer of a show called, “Community Legacy, written by former Clark president the Journal,” which can be seen on Channel 46 at late Dr. James P. Brawley, “being selected is 8 a.m. on Saturdays. The program can also be the highest gift that one could receive in the seen on Clark College’s Cable Channel 3 on eyes of the student body.” Mondays. Nicole also won second place in In the past, Tracy represented Clark in the UNCF writing contest. various capacities but sought to make a Nicole says she chose Clark College change for herself. Aside from the academic because “I had gone to a predominantly qualifications, the role of Miss Clark College White high school and I felt that Clark and court is very challenging, she said. “You College could help me get in touch with my are representative of the school body and are roots.” She says that the fact that she has always challenged to be in tack, she relatives who live in the Atlanta area, is continued. another factor in her choosing Clark. While Tracy strives to always be conscious She says that her grandmother , whom she of the views of the students and others, she calls mother, has been the greatest influence finds that she is often judged critically because on her life. She says, “I have a great deal of of her title. “But,” she said, “When you look respect for my grandmother.” Although her for faults, you’ll find them.” grandmother raised her, there were no She believes that her title presents a strong, problems with a generation gap, because she supportive role model to the younger says “my grandmother is a very open-minded generation. Although Miss Clark and her person.” attendants do not officially assume their Nicole says that the teacher who has had duties until coronation, Tracy has already the greatest influence on her since she entered begun work. She is working on a as proposal Clark is Dr. Dillard Buckner, director of the to recruit students to Clark for academic Tracy Sheanne Williams English Department. She says, “Dr. Buckner study. FIRST A TTENDANT is always concerned about my work, She is described by many as an outgoing, especially my poetry writing.” mature, down to earth individual who is very During her high school years, Nicole said sociable. The president of Alpha Kappa that her drama teacher, who was Jan Brown, Alpha Sorority, Inc., Alpha Pi chapter, a had the greatest influence on her. She says, freshman guide and a member of various “Ms. Brown showed me that color did not campus-based organizations including Clark matter once you got on the stage.” College’s Inspirational Voices of Faith and Nicole believes that there are some positive the Student Government Association, Tracy and negative aspects of life at Clark College, keeps her hands full. She does, however, keep but she says that that is to be expected in any her priorities in line. “We need to put our institution. priorities in order and stop majoring in the minor,” she said. Nicole says, “I am glad to see the changes Her warm-heartedness prompted her to taking place at Clark.” She hopes that the take particular interest in the recent story school’s new president will bring in some new about 18-month-old Jessica McClure who people, so that new ideas and new concepts was trapped in a well for 58 hours in Texas. will be brought into the school. “The most current event that has had a great She added, “I entered the Miss Clark impact on my life is the story of the baby who College pageant to represent my class and fell into the well. It reminded me of how good because I like doing things for the first time.” my God is and that he is still in the She says that at the time she entered the miracle-working business,” continued Tracy. pageant, no other sophomore had ever She is a broadcast management major entered the pageant. She also said that she is whose ultimate goal is to become a renowned working closely with Miss Clark College to newscaster. She chose Clark College because help solve some of the problems on the of its strong communications program stating campus. that she wanted to attend a predominately Black institution. After graduation, Tracy She said,“I will not enter the pageant this hopes to attend the University of California, year, because I do not feel that I can top what Berkley to receive her Master’s Degree in I accomplished last year in the pageant.” either broadcast management or interna­ She says that once she entered the pageant, tional communications. she really found out who her friends were, Her interests and hobbies include sports, because a lot of people offered to help her at collecting pennies, singing, public speaking, the start of the pageant, but few people really traveling and writing both short stories and gave her any support. The Berkeley, Mo. poems. Because of Tracy’s willingness to help native also says, “The pageant also helped me others, she desires to someday give a priceless to realize that you need a strong relationship gift to the world. “If 1 could give one gift to with God, because I believe that you must be this world, I would definitely give the greatest strongly grounded in God to do something gift of all, love. One can’t give love unless he like enter a pageant. has experienced it; therefore I’d give all the Nicole says her dream is to be an actress or opportunity to experience love so they can a poetry writer, but she knows the reality of a Photo By Jim Alexander dream like that. She says for now she will pass it on. The world would then be full of Nicole Danielle Lofton love and a much better place to live,” she said concentrate her efforts on becoming a talent smiling. SECOND A TTENDANT coordinator or a broadcast manager. October 30, 1987 The Clark College Panther Page 11

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1987-88 Campus Queens

Millicent Glover Delyane Stephens Photos By Jim Alexander Staci Beasley Dewana Kennedy Miss Beta Psi Omega Psi Phi Miss Sophomore Miss Panther Newspaper Miss Pfeiffer Hall

Kimberly Lindsey Sonya Evans Sonia White Tiffany Walker Miss Delta Sigma Theta Miss Senior Diedra Thornton Miss Eureka Club Miss Holmes Hall Miss Junior

Kimberly Times lilonka Jenkins Jessica McClardy Arlene Grobes Andre Cheek Miss Clark College Courts Miss Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Miss UNCF Miss NAACP Miss Brawley Hall

Tracey Meredith Veronica Parham Monica Randall Tracey Alexander Miss Philharmonic Miss Justice of Eureka Club Miss Psi Chapter Phi Beta Sigma Miss Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Miss Purple & Gold of Omega Psi Phi Page 12 The Clark College Panther October 30, 1987 Stepping To A Different Beat By Robert G. Drummer “We all get along very well. STAFF WRITER We’re like sisters... we talk to They don’t carry flags, nor each other over the phone and do they carry pom poms. even go out together They don’t march in the rear sometimes.” of the band and they don’t play Although there are only six any musical instruments. members on this year’s squad, So who are these ladies with Sherry says that number is the lovely legs, pretty smiles normal, plus easy to manage. and dazzling dance routines? Dr. Eula Cohen handles (Oh, and silver batons too). most of the managing for the They are the Clark College squad and is assisted by Lucy Marching Panther Majorettes. Stevens. These vivacious young ladies Joining Sherry on the squad are blessed with the true skill of are fellow Atlantans Thelesia hand-eye coordination and Lowery, a senior speech perform on Saturday after­ education major, and the ‘Kim’ noons during half-time of connection of Kim Harper, Clark’s football games. Kim George and Kim Smith. Using a combination of Ms. Harper is a junior, precision,twirls, tosses, and studying early childhood baton exchanges, the squad education. Ms.George is makes up over 20 years of interested in biology, while Ms. majorette experience among its Smith prefers to concentrate on members. sociology. Both are Sherry Couch, a junior sophomores. business management major Winona Maolud rounds out from Atlanta, is this year’s the unit and is the lone captain. She attributes the non-Atlanta native. She is a Clark College Majorettes Photo By Jim Alexander squad’s uniformity on the field sophomore from Boston to their closeness away from studying early childhood Cheerleaders: practice and game time. education. Keeping School Spirit Alive

By Allison Samuels STAFF WRITER When the going gets tough, nothing keeps a team’s morale up more than school spirit. And no one knows that better than this year’s Clark College cheerleading squad. This season the 14-member team has had to supply more than their share of jumps, yells and cheers to compensate for the ailing football team’s 1-5 record. But for most of the girls, perking up when the chips are down is what cheerleading is all about. “You get used to it,” said Charea Clark, an alternate for the squad.“You make the best of it and you just keep cheering. That’s what cheerleading is—being, peppy and letting our enthusiasm show.” Peppiness and enthusiam are the deciding factors in just who is chosen to wear the colorful short skirts and warm bright school colors. Photo By Sharon Maxwell “We look for what kind of Haywood, Shandra Harris, Katrina Johnson, Sondra Bryant facial expressions they have 1987-88 Cheerleaders (Left to Right Front Row) Tracey and Susie Richardson. Not Pictured: Deneen Owens, Charea when they try out and what Andrews, Djuana Harris, Lisa Jewel, Jacquelyn Johnson and Clark and Mai Rozier. type of precision they use when Carla Bellamy. (Top Row) Latricia Coffey, Cassandra excuting their movements,” tried out for the squad. do suffer sometimes.” more organized.” brings,” said Charrea Clark . said Valerie Jordan, the Spirit isn’t all the girls have Along with that disadvan­ But when game time comes Cheerleaders for the 1987 squad’s co-sponsor.“We get to keep up during the season. tage Ms. Bellamy cited overall around all disappointments, football season are: Lisa Jewel, them to do a home cheer from Maintaining their grades even disorganizaton as another and complaints take a back seat co-captain; Deeneen Ownes, their high school and try to see with a hectic everyday practice downfall of the squad. to what really matters. Smiling captain; Katrina Johnson; how well they can catch on to schedule is also a must. “Coming straight from a faces, cheerful voices and the Jacquelyn Johnson; Tracy new moves.” “It is very hard to do ,” said high school squad where my hope of maybe winning a Andrews; Cassandra Hay­ Try-out clinics are held in Carla Bellamy, a freshman sponsor was always there and game overshadows all. wood; Susie Richardson; September for two days with from Alabama. “It takes a lot on time, I was quite shocked at “They won last week and it Shandra Harris; Djuana the actual elimination process out of you, having to deal with the laxity of group,” said Ms. really shocked us, but we’re Harris; Carla Bellamy; Latricia being held on the last day of the the rules of college, practice Bellamy. “I thought, hey, this is happy and looking foward to Coffey; Mai Rozier; Sandra clinic. This year over 20 girls and school work. Yes, grades college; it’s supposed to be even Homecoming and whatever it Byrant; and Charea Clark. The Clark College Panther 0 October 30, 1987 Page 13 Band- Excitement By Lisa M. Harriston of some fine young musicians, but NEWS EDITOR there are still more fine musicians on At the annual Homecoming campus who are not involved with football game, what enhances the the band, said Dr. Wyatt. “We could excitement of the game itself are the enhance our sound and band sights and sounds of the Clark population if these people would College Marching Band. The “band” come out and join us,” he continued. not only consists of the foot-stompin’ Other students think that the musicians, but it also introduces the Clark College band serves a great Pantherettes (flag girls), majorettes, purpose. “During halftime of the and banner holders—all of which game, the band keeps the crowd very combine to make the band solid. excited. Our band has good acoustics The Clark College Marching Band and many of the songs they perform ■< has been changing and improving are current so it is easy to identify over the years. It has been under the with the music.” direction of Dr. Alfred D. Wyatt for When asked if he saw a difference a long time. “I’ve been with the band between his band performances and since 1965. I’ve been chairman of the other Black college bands. Dr. Wyatt ijiis band staff since 1967, and 1 finally said that his band was not so much took the actual title of band director different from all of the rest. “1 don’t fflt five or six years ago,” he said. know what other bands concentrate Eric Morgan, a freshman, feels on, but our number one priority is that the band is small but it still does how well our band sounds. We it® its job - it entertains the Clark perform college band literature i ta College family. “The percussion which is not restricted to one race,” itisi section of the band is excellent, to me he added. it’s the best part. We have a pretty Wi Dr. Wyatt and his band are dhooa good band. It’s just smaller than I thought it would be, but all in all, it is encouraging alumni to come back on the same level of the other Black and perform the Homecoming college bands,” he said. routine with them. He feels that a Dr. Wyatt admits that his band is number of alumni participating not as large as he would like it to be, during Homecoming will add an but he also feels it has not suffered extra special touch to the because of its size. The band consists performance. Pantherettes Attraction

By Jacquelyn Johnson flags and poles, every Friday before a CONTRIBUTING WRITER game we choose two alternates to “We add attraction and color to perform. the band,” said Viva Jester, She said, “The alternates are describing the Clark College choosen to participate if they have Pantherettes main purpose at games. knowledge of routines, show Ms. Jester is the co-captain for the enthusiasm and attend practice Pantherettes. Her duties include regularly. assuming responsibilities when the “We are trying to include our flags captain is not present at practices and in a lot of routines because Mr. games. She is also in charge of the (Alfred) Wyatt, the band director, dance committee. said that we are a flag corps and not a Ms. Jester said, “I keep a record bunch of dancing girls,” said Ms. for tardiness, tend to disciplinary Jester. problems, and make sure we have The Pantherettes should enjoy our music. using their flags more, because they “However”, she said, “We seldom received new flags and shorter flag have any problems out of the girls poles last year. In addition to the because they are always willing to flags, they opened the season wearing learn." their new uniforms. 3L.. Ms. Jester said that some of the For Homecoming, Ms. Jester said ...... ¿ '—■ girls on the squad have never twirled that the Pantherettes will be wearing flags before, so they try to make the red and black ribbons to help »• ««• routines as simple as possible. promote school spirit. Linda Abbott, a medical clinic “There is also a traditional pep assistant, is the Pantherette’s rally during Homecoming week in sponsor. The squad consists of 14 which the Pantherettes will perform." Oitt Pantherettes and three alternates. she said. teW They are: Delores Harrell, captain; She said that there is a possibility äW‘ Viva Jester, co-captain; Melissa of the Pantherettes getting capes to Owes. Pool; Zindrea Hooks; Tyranne add to their wardrobe. Roberts; Tiffany Walker; Yvette “Students need to support the rW Hill; Tonya Williams; Alberta band more, especially during the i fr Sanders; Audrea Bradford; Homecoming week because of the ¡.rfsii; Frantress Jackson; Melvia Crane; size of the band,” she said. DjiiJ8 Rhonda Newings; LaCretia Tucker; Ms. Jester is urging any students Rifilili Paula Carroll; Victoria Harris; and with talent to come out and join the Jijdn Sheretta Blackshear. band to make it the biggest and best .'lark Ms. Jester said, “Since we have 16 band in its region. Page 14 The Clark College Panther October 50, 1987

Basketball: MBC Chooses Burgess New Season Begins ultimate goals is to be a better By Kymberly Gaines that there is nothing too high sophomore, Damon Williams person than she was yesterday. By Denise M. Davis When one hears the word for her to reach as evident by and 6 foot 9^-inch freshman She quotes one of her favorite CONTRIBUTING WRITER queen, he immediately visual­ her 4.0 GPA. “The organiza­ The 1987-88 collegiate Uverlyn Brown. Laying the tions give me the chance to mottos —“If you are a doer, do izes a beautiful young woman basketball season brings a new foundation, is the 6 foot, 5-inch exemplify the characteristics of it”! who has only beauty to display. set of Clark College Panthers junior, Micheál Stephenson. a proud Black woman,” The second attendant is Morris Brown College’s queen to the ranks. Many students believe that proclaims Juliette. Connie Spencer, a native of and court are a bevy of The last four years have been the loss of Ernest Lee is a Upon receiving her degree, Sparta, Ga. Ms. Spencer beauties. They possess many centered around All-American, devastation to the team. On the she plans to return home to considers it a privilege to have additional qualities that are All-Division guard, Ernest Lee. contrary, the absence of the been fortunate enough to go to found within themselves. These pursue a career in therapeutic almost sure 30 points should college. She says that her title is Lee is gone. Does this indicate young ladies have proven to be recreation. She intends to bring forth the strength and more than an honor. Connie the end of the Panthers’ ambitious and are determined “shoot for excellence not talent that this team posesses. likes to think of herself as a success? Not by far! to make the most of their mediocrity.” Sophomore and starting dedicated queen as well as a The Panthers return with education. Pamela Daniels sees her four Honorable Mention point guard on the Panther position as an opportunity. dedicated person. This year’s Homecoming All-Conference players. These squad Elgin Pritchett said of queen is Juliette Burgess, a “Having been chosen first “Whenever I start something I’m not completely satisfied include 6 foot, 9!/2-inch senior, the team, “In order to be a native of Bermuda. She comes attendant to Miss Morris Anthony Ikeobi; 5 foot, 9-inch success at basketball or from a family where Black Brown has taught me how to until I finish it,” says Ms. heritage is often discussed. manipulate time to my benefit Spencer. Enrolled as a Because her father was the which 1 consider a great asset,” governmental accounting dominate source of income, it says the native of Augusta, Ga. major, she has excelled with a “We depend on each other was considered a major Although Ms. Daniels' time 3.0 GPA. Affiliated with the accomplishment when she is limited, she seems to be in Presidential Stay-in-School and always contribute our enrolled in college. control of her studies as program at Fort McPherson, “When 1 got to college evidenced by her 3.0 GPA. She she is also an active member of best." becoming Miss Morris Brown is engaged in many activities the MBC Student Government anything else for that matter, was the farthest thing from my which has proven to be Association. senior, Robert Pritchett Jr.; 6 one must be committed totally mind. 1 was lucky to be the first beneficial to her. For example, According to Connie, her foot, 4-inch sophomore, James and without reservations. If we from a family of nine to even Pam was chosen for the success is solely based on her Martin; and 6 foot 2-inch as a team have to give up what attend college,” says the proud Governor’s Intern Program determination with help from sophomore, Elgin Pritchett. others see as social necessities, queen. which enabled her to meet very the Lord. She goes on to quote To support these dynamic we will, in order to better Ms. Burgess considers her prominent people, such as Gov. one of her favorite Bible four are the staggering talents ourselves. We depend on each title a challenge and an honor Joe Frank Harris, Rev. Jesse verses..."Trust in the Lord with of leading scorer, 6 foot, 7-inch other for support and always — an honor which has bes­ Jackson and Dr. Larry Guest all thine heart and lean not into advanced freshman, Tracy contribute our best.” towed many valuable oppor­ (Assistant to former President thine own understanding. In all Murray; the board-crashing, 6 J he conference’s leading tunities to her. She is a member Jimmy Carter). According to ways acknowledge him and he foot, 9-inch advanced fresh­ rebounder, shot blocker and of the National Dean’s List, Pam, "This experience shall direct thy paths.” man, Shawn Haskins; 6 foot, team captain Anthony Ikeobi, Who’s Who Among America’s presented a very unique Morris Brown College’s 7-inch sophomore, Sean believes that the good academic Colleges and Universities and challenge to her.” queen and court are living Sheppard; 6 foot, 6-inch standing that the team puts so the American Achievement She is also involved with witnesses that to the often freshman, Steve Jackson; 6 much importance in seems to Academy. Juliette says these Black awareness, voter repeated statement that all foot, 2-inch junior. Peter be reflected in the team’s good organizations have enhanced registration and Delta Sigma queens are beauty and no brain Jacobs; 6 foot-junior, Rodney ball playing. her determination. She believes Theta Sorority. One of her is only a myth. Maddox; 5 foot, 10-inch WhafsHoill Lecture Focuses On King’s Views Continued From Page 1 In response to Dr. West’s Lincoln's forthcoming novel, * * orality. "He (Dr. King) was a speech, both guest scholars and The A venue, Clayton City. Dr. Special Performance! product of the Black church students from Clark College's Lincoln was a professor and a The National Dance Company of Senegal is coming to who displayed sincerity, Religion and Philosophy former student at Clark Altanta Civic Center for two performances only on Nov. 5 and integrity and showed no Department participated in a College, receiving an honorary Nov. 6 at 8 p.m. Direct from the African nation of Senegal, the arrogance,” stated Dr. West. forum entitled, “Pointing The degree from Clark in 1982. He original authentic and only national dance company has “Dr. King had profound trust Way: Af r i ca n-A me r i ca n is one of the foremost Black dazzled audiences with magnificient spectacles described by in God and his Christian world Resources for Reconstruction scholars in the country. While /Tie Acw i ork limes as “Superb. . .Exciting. . .This group of view placed emphasis on the of American Social Values— the publication date of his book extraordinary dancers, singers and musicians must not be struggles and survival of his Thematic Responses to the is not until March 1988, Dr. missed.” Tickets are on sale now at all SEATS Outlets. To people,” he continued. 1987 Lincoln Lecture.” These Lincoln has already sold the charge tickets, or for group sales information, call 873-4300. distribution rights of his book In addressing the issue of respondants included scholars to Literary Guild and has made kinetic orality. Dr. West stated such as H.R.H. Oba Oseijeman Theatre Happenings that it was expressed in many Adefunmi, pioneer and priest provisions for a mini television Ever wondered about people’s American dreams? Nov.4 forms, including hymns and of the Yoruba traditional series. through Nov. 21, at the Alliance Studio, you can hear the In addition to the readings, oral prayer. Today, he said, it is religion and culture in North characters of “American Dreams: Lost And Found,” speak also expressed through America; and Dr. C. Eric the Atlanta African Dance of their dreams of wealth, of a simple country life, of rhythmic, stylish rhetoric. He Lincoln, professor of Religion Ensemble, featuring H.R.H. power, of fame, or even just living through another day. made reference to the vocal and Culture, Duke University. Adefunmi performed tradi­ For information, contact Susan Cohn at 898-1137. tional African dances including talents of L.L. Cool J, a rapp The student respondant was “A Tribute to the Ancestors” artist, saying that his style of Sherry Austin. Comedy! Following the forum were and “A Ceremony For The In this month of ghouls, ghosts, and goblins, Jaz Kaner singing goes back to the Black Church. preview readings from Dr. Children.” makes sure there is a little room for giggles at the Sandy Springs Punch Line. Oct. 27 through Nov. 1, Kaner will have audiences in “stitches!” For details, call 252-LAFF.

Haitian Tapestry And Collage Exhibit Students Urged To Be Leaders A variety of Haitian tapestries and a collection of Continued From Page 2 Resource Center. impressions of Haitian life in collages is on exhibit in the Fine and Miss Clark College pageant are a part of a Arts Building at Spelman College through Nov. 15. The show As far as how well the other activities will go calendar of events planned for the school year. features the designs and exciting colors created by fiber artist this year, Ms. Mitchell is optimistic. According to Nellie Mitchell, co-director for the Ginnette Taggart in a unique collection of new tapestries. Also, “We anticipate a good year, in fact, one of our Women's Resource Center, the first three the works of Emil Viard, a newcomer to Atlanta, expresses a best," exclaimed Ms. Mitchell. activities on the calendar included a membership wide range of social and political commentaries in collages. Ms. Mitchell does, however, encourage the drive, facilitators luncheon, and the Annual William H. Ransom, U.S. representative for Taggart art, is students and other faculty members to become Leadership Luncheon. “They were very organizer of the exhibit. involved in the activities of the Women’s successful,” Ms. Mitchell said. October 30, 1987 i ne ciarle college Panther Page 15 Sports Panthers Win First Game Of Season By Eric Morgan followed by Kalvin Simmons STAFF WRITER who had 10 tackles. The Clark College Panthers “1 thought everyone played won their first game of the well, especially the defense. I season last week by defeating wish we would have scored a Johnson C. Smith University few more points, but a win is a 6-3, in a defensive battle. win,” said coach Jesse Clark got on the board first McClardy. with a 60-yard pass from Jeff Tarver had 95-yards runningback Charles Evans to rushing on 15 attempts and wide receiver M ai lard Hamil­ Mailard Hamilton had four ton. The extra point was no catches for 124 yards. good and Clark led 6-0 with "We played well as a 4:17 left in the first quarter. defensive unit. We were able to hold them and we came up with Johnson C.Smith University the victory,” said free safety kicked a field goal late in the Chris Cody. second quarter which made the The victory proved a costly score 6-3, Clark, at the half. one as the Panthers lost The Panthers came out fired starting running-back Charles up in the second half and Evans for the season with a although they didn’t score any severely sprained ankle. points, they managed to hold “We have a lot of injuries and Johnson C. Smith, preserving a the schedule is getting tougher, 6-3 win. but as long as we put forth the Photo By Les Smith Willie Hubbard led the effort, we will be competitive,” Panthers are fired up against Johnson C. Smith University in recent game. defense with 15 tackles said coach McClardy. Heartbreaker A the score 14-6. Marlow Roberson had his Savannah State kicked a best day as a Panther, field goal on their next drive, completing 13 of 23 attempts Tigers Upset Panthers, 16-14 making the score 14-9 in favor for 242 yards and rushing for By Eric Morgan half, scoring a touchdown and the next drive. of Clark College. The tigers another 61 yards, according to STAFF WRITER missing the conversion On the first play from were held in check until late in Randall Strawbridge, a punter Despite great individual attempt, making the score 6-0 scrimmage, freshmen quarter­ the fourth quarter when they on the team. Mailard Hamilton performances and an impres­ at the half. back Marlow Roberson scored a touchdown making had 156 yards receiving and sive overall team effort, the The Panthers scored first in completed a 72-yard bomb to the final score 16-14, Savannah Charles Evans had 78 yards Clark College Panthers the third quarter, keyed by a Mailard Hamiliton, making State. rushing on 14 attempts. football team lost a 16-14 68-yard run by Charles Evans heartbreaker to Savannah and a 28-yard touchdown State College. reception which made the score Savannah State put the only 7-0. The Savannah State points on the board in the first Tigers were forced to punt on Defying Odds By Kathy Roberts equipment is very limited. STAFF WRITER Last year’s season for the Clark College’s track and men and women proved to be a field teams continue to perform successful one according to well despite the odds against the S1AC track results. The them men dominated the entire meet The men’s and women’s in all sprinting events by teams have not been very winning nine first-place visible in the past but they have finishes, three second-place made many commendable finishes and two third-place accomplishments, said Augus­ finishes. The team broke two tus Pritchett, head track coach. conference records: one in the Pritchett was also selected the 400-meter relay and another by 1987 Southern Intercollegiate Denson Sterling in the Athletic Conference’s “Coach 400-meter intermediate of the Year.” hurdles. “These accomplishments Last year’s men’s track team finished second Thornton, Steve Smith, Denson Sterling The men also secured The were achieved through sheer in the conference and 15th in the nation. Left to (sitting), Benjamin Favors, and Derrick Mack. Most Valuable Runner On The determination and extremely right standing are: Phillip Neely, Jerry hard work,” said a member of Track Award and The Most I the track team. Valuable Runner On The Field third fastest 400-meter relay ment from the previous track the 14-member men’s team and The most difficult obstacle Award. After the conference team in the nation, the third season,” says a junior member the five-member women’s team that the teams still face is the meet, six members of the men’s fastest 1600-meter relay team in of the women’s team. The has had to face, the teams go on fact that they have no track team qualified for the Division the nation, the fourth fastest women secured a fourth-place to practice each day motivating field. Because of this, the AA Track Nationals which 400-meter runner in the nation finish in the 400-meter relay, a themselves to be as good as runners get their practices in by took place in Missouri. and a runner with the second third-place finish in the they can possibly be, says utilizing the track fields of At the nationals, the men fastest time in the nation in the 400-meter dash, a fourth-place Phillip Neely, member of the various surrounding high performed extremely well, says 400-meter intermediate finish in the 200-meter dash men’s track team. “In order for schools. Transportation also is Pritchett. According to the hurdles. and a fifth-place finish in the us to outdo last year’s not provided for the teams to Division AA track results, “For the women, the SIAC 100-meter dash. performance, we’re going to and from practices and track Clark College facilitates the meet showed a major improve- Despite the problems that have to work harder than ever. ” /

Page 16 The Clark College Panther October 30, 1987 McClardy Optimistic About Panthers By Keith Glover STAFF WRITER During practice the Clark "If we had the money to Panthers football team forms a huddle in the center of the field. offer players some full Coach Jesse (Mack) McClardy speaks to his team. His message scholarships we would have is the scouting report of their next opponents. The mood of a better program/' the team is relaxed and enthusiastic. Their attitudes are the attitudes of winners; their full scholarships, we would record (1-5) is the record of Pitts, the free safety, has a have a better program.” losers pulled groin; Kevin Dean, the Chris Cody, another senior The Panthers are hungry for full back , has a dislocated player, is a defensive back for a victory, according to coach shoulder; Cody has a bad the Panthers. He divides his Mack. Prior to the Johnson C. shoulder; Donny Williams is time between football, school Smith game, coach Mack had out with a broken foot; and we and work. Cody set a Black this to say: “Before this season have six more with bad ankles,” collegiate record when he is over, we are going to kick he explained. intercepted a pass and raced somebody’s a- - (expletive Coach Mack is pleased with 102 yards for a touchdown this deleted),” he predicted. “I can his starting quarterback. “He year. He feels that not all the feel it. These guys want to win had three scholarships to good coaches are motivated , due to bad.” Black colleges but decided to the lack of pay. He is a gifted Coach Mack is optimistic come to Clark.” player who has played this about the remainder of the Marlow Roberson’s statis­ season with a shoulder injury. season, even though he has 11 tics before the Johnson C. Cody maintains a winning players sidelined with inguries. Smith game were 83 attempts, attitude and looks forward to He makes no excuses for the 40 completions, 5 interceptions winning each time he takes the 1-5 record but he points out and 2 touchdowns for a total of field. “I know we can kick some that at least a couple of the 489 yards. His two top receivers butt,” he replied. losses should had been are Maillard Hamilton and victories. Coach Mack refused to Charles Reed. Each has scored Senior player, Eric Goins comment about the financial one touchdown. attributes some of the problems problem the team is facing. He The practice field is small, of losing to the lack of financial walks the field snapping the funds are low, the future support from the school. instructions to his coaches and seems blurry to many but the players. “If we had more depth Goins, a business major, Clark College Panthers have we could do more,” he asserted. revealed that Clark’s football the attitude that makes “Doug Moore, our center winners. And on top of this, Coach Jesse McClardy program is limited to a $30,000 HEAD FOOTBALL COACH budget. “There is no way we has two hurt ankles; Willie Coach Mack is optimistic. can get top quality ball players to come to Clark with that kind of money.” The Panthers do op»por«tu*ni«ty not have one player on the team with a full scholarship. Curtis Crockett, equipment a good chance or occasion, as to advance oneself manager, talked about the problem with the equipment: The American Society of “The night before the Morris Newspaper Editors (ASNE) Brown game I was fixing sponsors two special efforts helmets that had just come in.” Before the helmets arrived designed to bring more players had to alternate talented black, Hispanic, pelmets in practice. The Asian, and American Indian •^uniforms that the Panthers young people into the daily wear are old uniforms that the newspaper business. Atlanta Falcons used. “A guy told me the other day PROJECT FOCUS that an old lady who once lived in the spot where the Atlanta Minority college stadium is now built put a curse freshmen and sophomores: on the Falcons and everything Students who are selected to involved with them,” coach participate get summer jobs (such Mack said jokingly. The as editorial assistants, i.e. clerks, Falcons have never had a researchers, messengers) with winning team. their hometown or nearby Goins pointed out another newspaper. situation involving the upper Salaries will be minimum wage classmen on the team. “Most of or greater and students who the guys have jobs, working 25 successfully complete the to 30 hours a week," he stated. program will receive a $250 bonus The reason for the players from ASNE. working is to help pay their way 1987-88 ASNE MINORITIES JOB FAIR SCHEDULE through school. He went on to JOB FAIRS say, “Clark needs to cut out the football program for a few Minority college juniors Ann Arbor, Mich. Nov. 12-14 Miami ...... Oct. 29-31 Jan. 7-9 Philadelphia ...... Jan. 22-23 years so that the money can and seniors: Arlington, Texas build up and we can get some Atlanta ...... Feb. 11-13 Raleigh, N.C...... Oct. 22-24 quality players. On second Conferences are designed to Boston ...... Dec. 10-12 San Francisco ... Nov. 5-7 Seattle ...... Jan. 28-29 thought that might not be such bring editors who want to hire Chicago ...... Nov. 5-6 Jan. 14-16 Tucson, Ariz...... Oct. 9-10 a good idea because knowing together with students who are Cincinnati ...... seeking summer internships and Denver ...... Nov. 12-14 Washington, D.C. Oct. 15-17 Clark, they might cut out the Little Rock., Ark. Nov. 19-21 money altogether,” he added. full-time jobs in newsrooms. Becoming a bit more serious, CONTACT« Denise Johnson, Minority Affairs Director, ASNE, P.O. Box 17004, Washington D.C. 20041,703-620-6087. Goins said, “If we had the money to offer players some