Homecoming 2009 Issue

Tiger’s RoarCampus Briefs

Welcome Alumni

Honor Society

Peer EducatorsThe “Get in the Know” HIV/

AIDS/Substance Abuse and Hep-

atitis Awareness project is now

recruiting students as peer edu-

cators for 2009-2010. Must be a

non- graduating senior and have

a strong interest in HIV aware-

ness. Male and female under-

graduate and graduate students

are encouraged to apply.

Stop by the Social Science

building room 259 to pick up an

application.

1University Blues 2 Shannon Sharpe 3 Homecoming Must-Haves 4 Breast Cancer Awareness

The Independent Student Voice of Savannah State University

Football Games

Nov. 14 Webber International Savannah, Ga. 5 p.m.

Theodore Wright Stadium

Nov. 21 North Carolina Central

University Durham, N.C. 1:30 p.m.

O’Kelly-Reddick Stadium

Upcoming Events:

Volley Ball Tuesday, Nov. 3

Charleston Southern 6 p.m.

Thursday., Nov. 5 Paine College

Augusta, Ga. 6 p.m.

Miss SSU gives back Faculty and students interested

in joining Pi Gamma Mu Society

for the Social Science the dead-

line for applications is November 6,

2009. Please contact Davida Harris

at Harrisd3@savannahstate.edu or

912.356.2379

By Brenay Grimball

We are deeply saddened to

announce the death of Teisa D.

Smith, senior sociology major in

the College of Liberal Arts and

Social Sciences, on Saturday, Oc-

tober 24, 2009. We express our

heartfelt sympathy to her family.

While sitting in the café, in walks a young man

whose presence demands respect. He

has everyone’s attention.

At that moment, Mr. President has

made his entrance.

It takes a lot to be a president of an

organization, but imagine being the presi-

dent of the entire student body.

Eugene Brannon, a Conyers, Georgia

native, is the newly elected 2009-2010

Student Government Association (SGA)

president, and he has big plans.

The mass communications major

said he plans to: implement the SSU

State of the University Address, which

will allow students to hear what the SGA and the

administration have planned for the upcoming school

year; establish a SGA newsletter that will give students

updates on SGA’s progress; hold monthly

forums; allow students to see what is being

discussed in SGA meetings and what is go-

ing on around campus by frequently updating

the SGA website; and become more visible

to the student body.

“First, I want to make sure the student

body is well informed on any issues or chang-

es in policies that the school may have. Also,

I want to promote what SGA is and what it

can do for each student, “ said Brannon.

Fortunately, he does not have to do this

alone. Brannon said he has a dynamic ex-

ecutive board.

“I am extremely confident in my execu-

tive board,” he said. Continued on page 3...

Picture it now, clashing hel-

mets, players grunting, and a refer-

ee’s whistle. These are all signs that

signify the college football season.

The air smells of hickory

smoked barbecue and other deli-

cious aromas with hints of enthusi-

astic fans tailgating and taking part

in the festivities.

For many fans of Savannah

State University football, the home-

coming game is the big one.

This year though, with in-

creased fees for tailgating the en-

thusiasm seen in years past may

begin to dwindle.

SSU’s 2009 homecoming has

brought with it some changes that

have not been seen in previous

years.

A significant change can be

seen in the price of tailgating spots.

This year the price is $125 a spot,

compared to lower prices in the

years past, the price was $100 in

2007 and 2008.

Another change is that those

who wish to get on campus to walk

around will now have to pay $5,

when in previous years it was free.

According to Loretta Heyward,

director of communications at Sa-

vannah State University, fees are

set by the homecoming committee

to cover expenses such as portable

bathrooms, extra security person-

nel and especially the clean up af-

terwards.

“When prices rise our fees have

to keep up because the money ac-

tually goes to the athletics depart-

ment, and they are not allowed to

use state funds for homecoming,”

said Heyward.

In the past five years prices

have steadily increased.

In 2004, a tailgating spot for

homecoming was $50. Fast forward

to 2007 and the price was $100,

and now it is $125.

For some alumni though, the in-

crease has discouraged them from

wanting to come out and support

the Tigers.

“In this recession, with SSU try-

ing to make their bottom line, it is

at the expense of their fans,” said

Victor Cooper, class of 1992.

Eager to give the history of the

tailgating tradition at SSU, Cooper

assumes a somewhat nostalgic

tone.

“Really, tailgating only became

popular once we started winning in

the mid 1990s with Bill Davis and

Shannon Sharpe,” said Cooper. “At

that point the college booster club

was in charge of tailgating spots

and $10 was the cost for a spot.”

Cooper said those were the

good old days. There was a good

football team with good football

fans who used to follow the team.

All of the changes that have

taken place now can be tracked

back to a specific time frame.

“Under the former SSU presi-

dent, Carlton E. Brown’s adminis-

tration, there was a take over of the

booster club, because we did it for

free and once Brown had to hire

staff, that’s when all of the changes

came,” said Cooper.

Faithful tailgating supporter

Michael Cross, who has been tail-

gating for the last 18 years, said

the frustration is not just about the

money.

“ A lot of alumni who have par-

ticipated over the years will not

participate because of the price in-

crease. It is not just the money, it is

the principle,” said Cross.

He too reminisces about the

good old days of tailgating.

“Before, a group of us would

pitch in to pay for things and get a

couple of spots and stay all day,”

said Cross-. “Lately though, it

seems like it is always something

with a new rule or price.”

So although there are some

new policies, game day will prove if

and how significant those changes

will have on tailgate supporters.

Brannon sets goals for SGABy TeNaya Farmer

New fees may affect tailgating By Erin Gore-Morris

Savannah State University has

long been known for it’s beautiful

campus. Palm trees, green lawns,

and historical buildings are what this

school prides itself on. The university

has a unique setting of a live oak for-

est next to a salt marsh estuary. Peo-

ple from around the country recog-

nize the strides the university makes

to maintain the attractiveness of the

campus, which not only attracts stu-

dents, but also donations. This year

the school has gone into overdrive

with campus beautification projects

and it has not gone unnoticed.

Aside from the new social sci-

ences building and the pseudo-

beach volleyball pit near the student

center, the emergence of a bronze ti-

ger statue on the side of Tiger Arena

has caused quite a stir. The statue

that was erected the first week of

October is approximately 5-feet long,

including the tail, and 2-feet tall, standing meekly upon a 3-feet brown brick throne. It is difficult

to view it when driving because of the trees that line the street. However, when one walks the

campus and enters the arena, the statue is unavoidable. Unfortunately, it is not obvious because

of the size and magnitude or the ferocity, but because of its awkwardness. The students have

many reasons for the disapproval of the statue itself.

The size of the tiger might be the main issue with the statue. An actual tiger can reach

lengths over 9-feet and surpass 3-feet tall at the shoulders. SSU’s statuette shies in comparison

to other state-sponsored schools’ metal mascots. For example, the bronze Mike the Tiger statue

at Louisiana State University Tiger Stadium is a nationally recognized, noteworthy statue that

represents the strength of the university. Milligan College also has a statue of their mascot, the

bison. That statue is 4,000 pounds and is a national tourist attraction. Many of the students here

say that the representation of SSU’s force is not apparent by the modest effigy.

The price of the statue has not

been released, however the cost of

it has been charged to the campus

beautification budget. Some stu-

dents, like Kimberly Morant, a ju-

nior English major, said, “the tiger

is a good idea – a good concept,

but realistically it is impractical to

allocate money for a tiger monu-

ment when so many other things

on campus need funding.”

Students said that the money

could have been used for the bath-

rooms in the King Frazier Student

Center that are missing doors, or

the paving of the Freshman Living

and Learning Center’s parking lot.

The issue of “whose idea was

the statue?” has been brought up

many times and the answer was

not easily found.

Stated in a 2007 position de-

scription, the vice president for ad-

ministration is responsible for “overseeing the development/implementation of campus beautifi-

cation and policies for annual maintenance review and assessment for improvements, providing

guidance and recommendations to the president regarding direction for physical plant opera-

tions-current and future building projects and budgets.” The vice president for administration is

Dr. Claud Flythe. Calls to his office remain unanswered.

“The tiger statue was not necessary at this point in campus growth. It is supposedly meant

to be used as an object of tiger pride, but that sentiment is not felt by all,” said Eugene Brannon,

student government association president.

Amber Twine, junior, mass communications major, agrees with Brannon, but adds that the

administration could have saved more money for something bigger “like a tiger instead of a kit-

ten.”

Tiger statue equals tiger pride?Submitted by Lilli Jackson

Photo Credit Bianca Rainawater

Tierenee Roberson

Eugene Brannon

Tierenee Roberson

wanted to become Miss

Savannah State University

because she had a desire to

give back to the university.

“I have a lot of love and

respect for all Historically

Black Colleges and Univer-

sities and I feel that a lot

of times they are not given

their just due,” said Rober-

son. “I feel that people have

the tendency to overlook

the value that comes with an

HBCU. I felt that I could rep-

resent this great university

well as an ambassador.”

A native of Covington,

Ga. by way of Mobile, Ala.,

Roberson has taken on the impressive task

of double majoring in political science and

English literature, with a concentration in prelaw.

She has been involved in various organizations on campus and through-

out the community, including working as a residential assistant in the Fresh-

man Living and Learning Center, being a member of the Savannah State

Concert Choir, and a mentor in the Big Brother Big Sister program, to name

a few.

She prides herself on family and has an 8-year-old brother. He is obvi-

ously proud of his older sister, apparent from the art work that he made for

her, displayed in her office. It reads: Welcome Miss Savannah State, spelled

out with orange and blue bubble letters.

“I grew up around my mother, grandmother, great uncles and aunts. I

love listening to the blues,” she said. “ I’ve picked up a lot of the quirks and

personality traits from that which are a little beyond my years.”

Her relationship with her mother who she refers to as a “phenomenal

woman” has geared her toward continuing a legacy of success that her fam-

ily upholds and those traits have followed her into her position as she rep-

resents SSU.

“It is very busy, very demanding. But it is nothing that I didn’t already

expect,” Roberson said. “I am a representative of roughly 4,000 students at

Savannah State now; I also reflect the alumni that are here and the admin-

istration, so I have to fulfill an expectation not only for the student body but

also for the alumni. [The job] can be a bit challenging, but at the same time

what good job isn’t? It’s very rewarding and quite humbling.”

The tasks that she’s expected to complete, the fact that she is con-

stantly under somebody’s watchful eye, and the expectations placed on her

by her peers are something that the average person may fold under when

this pressure is placed on their shoulders. Roberson, who is 21, handles her

position with poise and a tremendous amount of strength. After all of this she

still maintains her sense of self.

“I’m still who I am. I still speak to the people I spoke to beforehand. I’m

a regular person and I believe that to be a role model you have to remain

true to yourself. I’ve remained who I am even after the title and I think that’s

something people can appreciate.”

Roberson’s hard work will be acknowledged at coronation on Oct. 29 at

7:00 p.m. Her thoughts going into coronation are, “Please don’t fall.”

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Deniscia Scott Executive Editor

Bianca Rainwater Copy Editor

Janay Kingsberry Online Editor

Staff Reporters Sierra D. Blake

Mashay DavisTeNaya Farmer

Brenay GrimballJalynda HudsonBrittany JesterTyrone McCoy

Erin Gore-Morris Gari Shand

Contributing Writers

Martina AllenEugene BrannonWhitney Hunter

Lilli JacksonLaTarnesha MartinTiernee Roberson

AdvisersSonya HowardNovella Cross

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This year, fever, sore throat, headache, cough and fatigue may be a more

serious issue than the common cold or fall allergies. Since its first detection

this past April, H1N1 has spread rapidly worldwide. Originally referred to as

the “swine flu”, the contagious virus may range from mild to severe depend-

ing on age, pre-existing chronic illnesses, and other medical conditions such

as pregnancy.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 37 states

have reported widespread influenza activity. These states include Georgia,

as well as our surrounding states Tennessee, South Carolina, Alabama, and

Florida. The CDC continues to monitor influenza activity throughout the coun-

try. From Aug. 30, 2009 to Oct. 3, 2009 there were a total of 1,544 deaths and

12,384 hospitalizations reported to CDC in association with influenza and

pneumonia in the United States alone.

Fortunately, vaccines which protect against 2009 H1N1 flu are gradually

becoming available and more doses will be shipped in the weeks to follow.

There are two types of vaccines steadily being produced. The 2009 H1N1 “flu

shot” and the nasal spray flu vaccine are both approved for people 6 months

of age and older, including people with chronic medical conditions and preg-

nant women. Many people who have been sick have recovered without the

use of medical treatment. Yet the pandemic of H1N1 is still a serious matter.

Ways to fight the fluBy Janay Kingsberry

The Latest on 2009 H1N1 Vaccines and Prevention

Quick FactsUse a tissue when you need to cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the

trash after each use

Wash your hands frequently with soap and warm water for 15 to 20

seconds. Also you may use an alcohol-based sanitizer as a secondary

alternative.

Try to avoid physical contact with sick people.

Try to avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth to prevent germs from

entering your body.

Consider speaking to your doctor about antiviral drugs-prescription

medicines-, which fight against the flu. The CDC recommends Tamiflu®

or Relenza®, two brand name drugs available. The generic names for

these drugs are oseltamivir and zanamivir, respectively. As the flu sea-

son rages on, keep yourself protected and stay alert to the health risks

around you. The CDC offers more valuable information at www.cdc.gov

or you can contact their information line by dialing 800-CDC-INFO.

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9. You see the nurse filling the syringe with Gatorade.

8. Instead of FDA, the vaccine was approved by FTD.

7. The “clinic” is in a booth at Red Lobster.

6. It has a 100 percent guarantee from physician “Dr. Pepper.”

5. Diploma on the wall is from Cormell University.

4. This morning you had a fever of 183 degrees.

3. Label lists the active ingredient as nougat.

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1. You’re so loopy you’re under the impression the Red Sox beat the Yankees

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Dear Colleagues.

Yesterday my best friend and colleague, Dr. Jane Philbrick, died. To say I am devasted would be an understatement. She was diagnosed with acute leukemia 16 days ago and these have been the saddest two weeks of my life.

Jane was a woman of unusual intelligence and compassion. She was an outstanding profes-sor and gifted researcher. She made quantitative methods, statistics, and production easy and fun. How could she do it? Simple. She loved her students. She wanted them to learn and understand. She made everything relevant by taking the time to know who they were, where they came from, what their goals were, and why their education was important. She was tough but forgiving -- working tirelessly on handouts and problem sets and pop quizzes. To be one of Jane’s students you had to be prepared. If not, you understood the consequence.

Jane and I wrote and presented dozens of papers at SEDSI. My favorite was “What’s in a Name?” which we wrote with our colleague and dear friend, Mollie Sparks. We studied teacher burnout, student apathy, and student learning with every new teaching aid introduced -- computer programs, simulation games, online surveys ......you name it -- we tested it to see if student learning improved.

On the drives to and from SEDSI meetings we would always think about topics for our next paper. We spent a lot of time reflecting about our own strengths and weaknesses, too. Sometime in the eighties we reached an epiphany. What made us unique is that we were not only professors and mothers, but we were exceptional com-munity volunteers. Jane was on the board of American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, United Way, her church, Junior League, you name it. I served on boards in the arts and children’s services. So, we decided to take those experiences to the classroom and created “service learning” before anyone else even talked about it. Man, I really miss her......

I retired from SSU in 2005. Jane continued half-time until she died yesterday...

My thoughts are with her husband, Tom, and son, Hunter. Some of you may have known Jane well enough to know how desperately she wanted to have more children. Her struggle made it even more important that she devote so much of her life to her “babies” at Savannah State. They were truly given a “gift.”

The world will surely miss her. I take comfort in knowing she is in a better place.

Barbara Bart

Professor of Marketing (Retired)Savannah State University

COBA Cordially Invites All Members of SSU toCelebrate the life of Dr. Jane H. Philbrick

Dr. Jane H. Philbrick

Shannon Sharpe visits SSUShannon Sharpe, Chicago native, former tight end for

the Denver Broncos and Baltimore Ravens, was honored

Oct. 17 at the home game of his alma mater, Savannah

State University. It was Shannon Sharpe day on campus,

and SSU retired the No. 2 jersey that Sharpe wore when

he played for the Tigers in 1989. An unveiling ceremo-

ny was held in Tiger Arena for Sharpe before the game

against Bethune-Cookman University. Teammates and

former high school coach and family members witnessed

the commemorative revealing of his No. 2 jersey in con-

junction with his Broncos No. 84 jersey, which will be dis-

played around campus. Sharpe said he was touched that

his alma mater thought enough of him to dedicate a day

in his name and retire his jersey. “I’m honored that they

have retired the No. 2 jersey because I wouldn’t want any

other player to feel pressured to live up to that number,”

Sharpe said.

Sharpe plans to meet with the university’s president,

Dr. Earl G. Yarborough, to discuss future contributions

to the university. “ I am a private man and the president

knows that, so I’ll have to meet with him to see what di-

rection we can go in... I’ll do what I can to help.”

Sharpe later announced another victory that will take

place for him later this year. He will be inducted into the

Division II Hall of Fame.

By Deniscia Scott

The Alpha Gamma chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. at Savan-

nah State University recently attended the fraternity’s 46th Georgia State

Workshop in Augusta, Georgia. Throughout this conference chapters are

awarded for the hard work and service they have exemplified in the com-

munity. The Alpha Gamma undergraduate chapter continued its prestigious

reputation by winning numerous awards at the conference. The awards this

chapter won illustrates the dedication and devotion Alpha Gamma has to the

community in Savannah, Georgia. Among the awards that Alpha Gamma

won were: Scholarship Undergraduate Chapter of the Year, Social Action

Undergraduate Chapter of the Year, NAACP Undergraduate Chapter of the

Year, Region IV Undergraduate Chapter of the Year, and State of Georgia

Undergraduate Chapter of the Year.

Omegas attend conference

Submitted By Terry Woodford

Monday- October 26Noon-2 p.m.: Money Tree Novelty Game Show, King-Frazier Student Center Atrium. Admission: Free

Tuesday-October 27Noon-2 p.m.: Non-Greek Stroll Off, Campus Circle. Admission: Free

8 p.m.: Organization Step/Dance Showcase, Tiger Arena. Admission: SSU students: $7 in advance; $10 day of show;

Wednesday-October 28Noon-4 p.m.: Interactive Novelty Acts I, King-Frazier Student Center Atrium. Admission: Free

8 p.m.: Comedy Show, Tiger Arena. Cocoa Brown, Lav Luv, Benji Brown, Gary Owens.SSU students: $8 in advance; $12 day of show

General public: $12 in advance; $15 day of show

Thursday- October 29Noon-4 p.m.: Interactive Novelty Acts II, King-Frazier Student Center Atrium. Admission: Free

2 p.m.: SSU National Alumni Association Registration, Hilton Savannah DeSoto, 15 W. Liberty St.7 p.m.: Coronation of Miss SSU, Tiger Arena. Admission: Free.

Friday-October 3010-noon: Career Connections, King-Frazier Student Center. Admission: Free.

Noon-4 p.m.: Campus Carnival, Campus Circle, Admission: Free2 p.m.: Orange and Blue Spirit Day (fish fry), sponsored by the SSU National Alumni Association, Felix-Alexis Circle.

8 p.m.: Divine Nine Greek Step Show, Tiger Arena. Admission: SSU students: $10 in advance; $15 day of showGeneral public: $15 in advance; $20 day of show

Saturday-October 319 a.m.: Homecoming Parade, East Broad and Liberty streets

2 p.m.: Homecoming Football Game, SSU vs. Edward Waters College, Wright Stadium. Cost: $20 for adults; $10 for college students with ID; $7 for ages 7-17

9 p.m.: SSU National Alumni Association Costume Party, Hilton Savannah DeSoto. Cost: $258 p.m.: Old School Benefit Concert, Tiger Arena - Manhattans. Tickets: $25

For information, call 912-356-2448.

Homecoming Schedule

Campus supports breast cancer awareness

Savannah State University showed their support for Breast Cancer Awareness month. The Susan G. Komen

Breast Cancer foundation helped highlight SSU’s support by bringing their bus to the campus, passing out stick-

ers and giving away free bags to students who supported the fight against breast cancer. There was also a Breast

Cancer Awareness Forum sponsored by Mr. Alpha Kappa Alpha, Brian Gladney, in Adams Hall.

The guest speakers at the forum were Yolandra Shipp and Julia Johnson. Shipp began the program by discuss-

ing her battle with breast cancer. She stood firm while informing everyone in the audience to communicate with their

physicians to make sure they are knowledgeable of their bodies. Shipp also stated that

if there is anything wrong or if one feels unsure about the information they have received

from their physician they should get a second opinion.

Johnson shared her personal experience with cancer as well. She spoke about how it

affected her son as well as herself. She told the audience, males and females, not to give

up. She also posed the question “if you don’t take care of your body, who will?”

Both of these events showcased the importance of the fight against breast cancer.

They also highlighted the higher rates of blacks suffering from this disease. According to

the American Cancer Society, black women are 67 percent more likely to die from breast

cancer than their white counterparts. Breast Cancer remains the leading cause of death

for black women because according to www. Cancer.org blacks do not have access to

“screening, early detection, and treatment of breast cancer.” It was also stated “in the

U.S., where racial minorities have a lower socioeconomic status, variables such as low

income, lack of private health insurance, lack of transportation, and lack of access to

health care may be barriers to diagnosis and treatment.”

There are four basic treatments options that can suppress and destroy the cancer cells. They are surgery, ra-

diation, chemotherapy and hormonal therapy. The surgery and radiation focus primarily on the breast to remove or

destroy cancer cells confined to the breast. The chemotherapy and hormonal therapy focuses on destroying the

cancer cells that may have spread throughout the body.

Today, there are many people and families showing their support against breast cancer. SSU students have

joined this cause by providing awareness and educational events and even by having a breast cancer candlelight

vigil on campus. According to the American Cancer Society, there are now about 2.5 million breast cancer survivors

living in the United States. This shows that there are many people in the U.S. who are focused on empowering them-

selves with the knowledge and taking the steps they need to be in remission from this disease.

By Sierra D. Blake

It’s time for Savannah State

University’s homecoming.

Get ready to experience the old

routine of waking up early on Sat-

urday morning for the annual SSU

Homecoming parade and to end

the evening with tailgating and the

football game.

In addition to the usual tradi-

tions, you should also get ready

for a few changes that have been

made.

Not only will the colors blue

and orange grace your body this

year, but add also a wristband as

well, indicating that you have paid

for the festivities.

SSU will imposr a walk-on fee

of $5 for adults, $3 for children and

a parking fee of $10 for all who do

not have valid student identifica-

tion.

The new changes were made

to “cut the athletic deficit, so that

the school would be able to come

out in the black, instead of the red,”

said LaSonya Stovall, director of

residential services and programs.

Stovall and Bernita Bradley,

special assistant to the vice presi-

dent for student affairs, are the co-

chairs of the 2009 Homecoming

Committee.

In previous years, Stovall said

SSU was losing more money from

homecoming than it was gaining.

“Recommendations of a walk-

on fee were initiated because it

takes a lot to pay for homecoming

with vending and security,” Stovall

said.

The changes were made in

order to benefit the campus and

the students, and proceeds from

the walk-on fee will used for ath-

letic scholarships for well- deserv-

ing students, Stovall said. Another

change will be a move toward a

more family-oriented celebration.

Local church Overcoming by

Faith will be sponsoring a play area

for children.

This new venue will include

rock climbing for young adults and

a moon bounce for younger partici-

pants.

Also, a larger crowd is antici-

pated this year.

“There will be an increase in

demographics because it’s home-

coming, and this is the time to see

classmates and old friends , and

we are playing a well-known foot-

ball team which will bring in more

people,” Stovall said.

Added to that, this year’s home-

coming will also be the National

Alumni Association’s 60th year as

an organization, which is expected

to bring even more participants.

This year’s homecoming theme

is “Reaffirming Education Excel-

lence through Scholarship, Service

& Unity.”

For a complete schedule of

activities and more homecoming

information, visit www.savannah-

state.edu/homecoming/2009.

Excelling in athletics, succeed-

ing in academics and achieving

great accomplishments. Savan-

nah State University softball player

Brittney Lollis clearly exemplifies all

of this.

On July 4- 28, 2009, Lollis, along

with four other students from Savan-

nah State University, traveled all the

way across the globe to Nigeria.

In an interview with Lollis, she

was all smiles as she described her

trip to Africa.

TIGER’S ROAR: When did you

first strike an interest in actually go-

ing to Nigeria, and how were you

able to go on the trip?

BRITTANY LOLLIS: It all started

in Professor Kevin Hales’ class. He

presented the idea and the plan that

he had and I was interested right

away. From here we did fundrais-

ing in order to help us with the trip,

which was pretty easy. We also re-

ceived money from President Earl

Yarborough which really helped us

out a lot.

TR: What did you do on your trip

to Nigeria?

BL: The first week and a half

was dedicated to schoolwork. We

took 6 credit hours at IMO State

University. Some of the classes

were world literature, world history,

and African American history. The

last two weeks of the trip, we spent

time visiting various kings, chiefs,

government and school officials.

TR: What did you like most

about the trip?

BL: Learning the culture and ac-

tually experiencing life in Nigeria.

TR: What was most rewarding

about the trip?

BL: The most rewarding thing

about the trip was learning the true

meaning of being black, and being

able to draw a parallel between be-

ing an African American and being

black.

TR: You are a very busy student.

You have classes, practice and you

have a job. I know sometimes things

can get a little hectic. How do you

manage all of this and still succeed

in each area?

BL: I just prioritize. I also do a

lot of praying in order to keep me

going, and I don’t allow myself to

get stressed out.

TR: What are some of plans that

you have after graduation?

BL: I’m looking into a graduate

program at UGA. I’m going to get

my Ph.D in psychology with a con-

centration in family and marriage

counseling.

TR: What advice do you have

for student athletes, as well as oth-

er students, who aspire to do the

things that you’ve done?

BL: Prioritize. You have to have

balance in your life. You have to be

able to put things in order so that you

can get things done. You just have

to have drive and be motivated.

“The trip was such an amazing

experience that I have decided to

go to Ghana during the summer of

2010. This program will be offered

through Savannah State University’s

study abroad program,” said Lollis

Jose Gonzalez, Lolllis’s soft-

ball coach, had all positive remarks

about her and her trip to Nigeria. l

“Brittney is a hard worker; she

is very competitive,” Gonzalez said.

“ When she needs to turn it on, she

does, so I wasn’t concerned about

her missing the practices during the

summer. I knew that she would do

what she had to do.”

Gonzalez said that he wishes

that he would have taken advan-

tage of programs such as the travel

abroad program when he was a stu-

dent athlete.

“I think that it’s great for stu-

dents from SSU to go on a trip like

this,” he said. “Often times we hear

about all the big schools, but this

shows that not only big schools can

do it.”

“I’m glad that she got the op-

portunity,” Gonzalez said. “Most

athletes don’t get the opportunity to

do what she did, so this was good

for her or anybody else who was

given that opportunity.

“I think she told me that the trip

made her appreciate things more,”

Gonzalez said. “We have a lot of

things that they don’t have and it’s

great to see how other people live

and to see the difference.”

Gonzalez said that Lollis is a

mature young lady and very respon-

sible.

“I can always count on her to

get the job done,” he said. “She

is hard working and reminds me a

lot of Jeria Arthur, (another player).

Arthur hustled all the time and was

involved in various activities as well,

so they remind me of each other.

“I look forward to players like

that,” he added.

Softball around the worldBy Brittany Jester

Does this sound familiar guys?

“Never place your hands on a woman. Women should be treated with

respect. “

I’m sure a few, if not all of you, have been told this many times before

by either your mother, grandmother or any other female authority figure in

your life.

Domestic violence is an on-going epidemic in which women are the main

victims. Women who are young, single, divorced, separated or a minority are

the most likely targets.

African American women experience significantly more domestic vio-

lence than white women in the age group of 20-24, according research con-

ducted by the U.S. Department of Justice.

This violence does not only include physical abuse, such as punching,

hitting or slapping, but it may also refer to intimidation, sexual assault, verbal

abuse or any other type of abusive behavior by an intimate partner.

The effects of domestic violence can be either short-term or long- term,

and effects may range from anxiety, depression, eating and sleep disorders.

Statistics have actually proven that the consequences of domestic vio-

lence can cross generations and can truly last a lifetime.

During the month of October, domestic violence programs are held

across the country to commemorate the lives of those who have been vic-

timized and also to raise awareness.

“This is an issue that must be continuously addressed,” said Jacqueline

Awe, director of student development at Savannah State University.

The Lighthouse Project hosted its second “Take Back the Night” cel-

ebration on Monday, Oct. 19, 2009. The program featured words of advice

from the public safety department. Women were cautioned against going out

alone and consuming excessive amounts of alcohol. Representatives from

the Rape Crisis Center and Safe Shelter also distributed information to atten-

dants. Attendants were allowed to makes signs and ribbons at tables hosted

by different campus organizations. The signs were made in preparation for

the march around the Felix Alexis circle. Participants marched around the

circle chanting against rape and domestic violence. Miss Savannah State

University, Tierenee Roberson, talked about the importance of awareness

and support systems. A moment of silence was observed before the orga-

nization’s advisor, Jacqueline Awe, director of student development, closed

out the program.

Take Back the Night began in Europe in 1976 as a sign of empowerment

for women and children. The theme colors are purple and teal. The color

purple symbolizes domestic violence prevention awareness and teal sym-

bolizes sexual assault prevention awareness.

The Lighthouse Project is a taskforce dedicated to decreasing, with

the hope of eradicating sexual assault and domestic violence by promoting

campus awareness. The organization strives to inform, educate, empower

and encourage students to collaborate and discuss issues of domestic vio-

lence and sexual assault to prevent future cases.

The Lighthouse Project also hosted a self-defense class for young

women on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009. The class taught safety techniques for

threatening situations.

Love should not hurtBy Mashay Davis and Bianca Rainwater

“Each member of the SGA execu-

tive board is committed to making

sure the student body is informed,

as well as represented to the best

of our abilities.

“I feel that these are character-

istics needed for a successful ex-

ecutive board,” he said.

The executive board consists

of vice-president, Alicia Williams;

chief justice, Brandon Billups and

Miss Savannah State University,

Tierenee Roberson.

Brannon’s involvement in SGA

started back in his hometown

of Conyers, GA at Salem High

School.

“I’ve always been a part of SGA

since my freshman year in high

school, but my direct influences

come from my family, friends and

peers for encouraging me to do my

best,” said Brannon.

When he decided to attend Sa-

vannah State University in the fall of

2006, he immediately jumped on

the bandwagon.

Prior to becoming SGA presi-

dent, Brannon has served as the

freshman and sophomore class

president, as well as the SGA’s ex-

ecutive secretary for 2008-2009.

Since the beginning of his SGA

career, Brannon said he has seen

the organization evolve.

“SGA has changed from being

an organization focused on plan-

ning events to being the governing

body for the student population it is

today,” he said.

Unfortunately, after this year

Brannon has decided to end his

political career.

“Honestly, after this year, I

won’t be indulging in politics be-

cause I want to focus more on my

career as a television producer,” he

said.

Tiger Pride

Tigers Pay for Tiger PrideBy Martina Allen

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Members of the Alpha Gamma Chapter of Omega Psi Phi

Brittany Lollis

Brannon, continued from page 1

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Greetings Tigers. It is that time

again- yes, it is HOMECOMING.

This year’s homecoming schedule,

brought to you by the Campus Ac-

tivities Board, is looking like a prom-

ising one. I encourage all students to

participate in all of the homecoming

festivities, since you pay for it out of

student activity fees, and embrace

the Tiger Spirit.

For those who are experiencing

Savannah State University’s home-

coming for the first time, please

brace yourself. This is the best time

of the year. There is nothing on the

planet that can compare to an HBCU

homecoming, nonetheless, a SSU

homecoming. You will have the op-

portunity to network with alumni,

shop and eat at the vendors at the

front part of campus, attend extrava-

gant events on and off campus and

be a part of a long lasting tradition

here at SSU.

Tigers, I want to personally say

that we, as in the student body, make

homecoming what it is. If homecom-

ing is bad, it is because we didn’t

come out to the events and indulge

in the activities. With that being said,

everyone please enjoy yourself dur-

ing homecoming and remember to

be responsible and safe.

SSU Women’s Basketball Schedule

Fri., Nov. 13 WEBBER INTERNATIONAL Savannah, Ga. 8 p.m.

Mon., Nov. 16 CENTRAL CONNECTICUT Savannah, Ga. 7 p.m.

Wed., Nov. 18 North Florida University Jacksonville, Fla. 7 p.m.

Sat., Nov. 21 GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY Savannah, Ga. 1 p.m.

Tues., Nov. 24 WESTERN ILLINOIS Savannah, Ga. 7 p.m.

Sat., Nov. 28 Skip Prosser Classic Tournament Charleston, S.C. TBA

Sun., Nov. 29 Skip Prosser Classic Tournament Charleston, S.C. TBA

Thur., Dec. 3 Bowling Green Bowling Green, Ohio 7 p.m.

Sat., Dec. 5 Duquesne University Pittsburg, Pa. 3:30 p.m.

Sat., Dec. 12 St. Bonaventure University St. Bonaventure, N.Y. 4:00 p.m.

Wed., Dec. 16 Creighton University Omaha, Neb. 7:05 p.m. (CT)

Sat., Dec. 19 Coastal Carolina Conway, S.C. TBA

Mon., Dec. 21 STETSON UNIVERSITY Savannah, Ga. 7 p.m.

Tues., Dec. 29 University of San Diego San Diego, Calif. TBA

(PT)

Sat., Jan. 2 THE CITADEL Savannah, Ga. 4 p.m.

Mon., Jan. 4 Western Illinois Macomb, Ill. TBA

(CT)

Wed., Jan. 6 University of Missouri Columbia, Mo.

7 p.m. (CT)

Mon., Jan. 11 Central Connecticut State Hartford,

Conn. 7:30 p.m.

Wed., Jan. 20 NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL

Savannah, Ga. 7 p.m.

Sat., Jan. 23 LONGWOOD UNIVERSITY Savannah, Ga.

2 p.m.

Mon., Jan. 25 JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY Savannah, Ga.

7p.m.

Thurs., Jan. 28 ALLEN UNIVERSITY Savannah, Ga. 7 p.m.

Sat., Feb. 6 North Carolina Central Durham, N.C. TBA

Mon., Feb. 15 Stetson University Deland, Fla. 7 p.m.

Sat., Feb. 20 Longwood University Farmville, Va. 2 p.m.

Fri., Feb. 26 CARVER COLLEGE Savannah, Ga. 7 p.m.

ALL HOME GAMES IN CAPS

SSU Men’s Basketball Schedule Nov. 13 Edward Waters College Savannah, Ga. 6:00 p.m.

Nov. 15 South Carolina State University Orangeburg, S.C. 4:00 p.m.

Nov. 17 Allen University Savannah, Ga. 7:00 p.m.

Nov. 19 Florida A&M University Tallahassee, Fla. 6:00 p.m.

Nov. 22 Southeastern Louisiana University Savannah, Ga. 2:00 p.m.

Nov. 25 Stetson University Savannah, Ga. 7:00 p.m.

Nov. 28 Columbia College Savannah, Ga. 4:00 p.m.

Nov. 30 Alabama State University Montgomery, Ala. 5:30 p.m.

Dec. 5 Coastal Carolina University Savannah, Ga. 7:00 p.m.

Dec. 13 Alabama State University Savannah, Ga. 3:00 p.m.

Dec. 15 Norfolk State University Savannah, Ga. 7:00 p.m.

Dec. 17-18 University of North Florida Classic Jacksonville, Fla. TBD

Dec. 20 Coastal Carolina University Conway, S.C. TBD

Dec. 22 Charleston Southern University Charleston, S.C. 5:00

Dec. 30 University of Georgia Savannah, Ga. 7:00 p.m.

Jan. 2 Texas Tech University Lubbock, Tex. 12:00

Jan. 4 South Carolina State University Savannah,

Ga. 7:00 p.m.

Jan. 6 Florida A&M University Savannah, Ga.

7:00 p.m.

Jan. 9 University Louisiana-Lafayette Savan-

nah, Ga. 2:00 p.m.

Jan. 12 Charleston Southern University Savannah,

Ga. 7:00 p.m.

Jan. 18 North Carolina Central University Durham,

N.C. 4:00 p.m.

Jan. 27 College of Charleston Charleston, S.C. 7:00 p.m.

Jan. 30 North Carolina Central University Savannah, Ga. 2:00 p.m.

Feb. 6 New Jersey Institute Technology Savannah, Ga. 1:00 p.m.

Feb. 9 Georgia Tech University Atlanta, Ga. 3:00 p.m.

Feb. 11 Virginia Tech University Blacksburg, Va. 7:00 p.m.

Feb. 13 Longwood University Farmville, Va. 2:00 p.m.

Feb. 20 Longwood University Savannah, Ga. 2:00 p.m.

Feb. 27 Morris College Savannah, Ga. 2:00 p.m.

It’s Hoooomecoming!!! SSU fam-

ily it is that time again. This Home-

coming will be the fourth Homecom-

ing that I have had the opportunity to

experience. I am fortunate that I have

had an opportunity that few students

get, and that is to experience Home-

coming in a new way every year. As

a freshman, I experienced Home-

coming as a planner. In 2006 Home-

coming was planned by the Student

Government Association, and as the

freshman class secretary, I was intri-

cately involved in making Homecom-

ing a success. In 2007, I was able to

experience Homecoming as a stu-

dent, and in 2008 I experienced it as

a participant – as I represented Iota

Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. in corona-

tion as their queen. This year I have

the honor and privilege of experienc-

ing Homecoming as Miss Savannah

State University 2009-2010, and I am

excited.

While my excitement is at times

overwhelming, I hope that it is also

contagious. I want every Savannah

State student to be excited during

this time. We get an entire week to

celebrate our university and all that it

represents. I have heard people com-

ment that Savannah State’s Home-

coming isn’t as good as Howard’s

or Clark Atlanta’s Homecoming. And

these comments are correct…Sa-

vannah State’s Homecoming is not

as good as those universities. IT IS

BETTER! Our Homecoming is bet-

ter than every other Homecoming,

because it’s OUR Homecoming. So I

encourage my Tiger family to appre-

ciate and take advantage of all of the

Homecoming activities. Make this

Homecoming the best Homecom-

ing because you and I were here to

make the difference. IT’S HOOOO-

MECOMING!!! In Tiger Love.

H O M E C O M I N G! ! ! ! ! !

This is the time of fall semester that we

all look forward to. The weeklong events and

the football game, keeps the tiger spirit live.

It’s about the only time when the students

come together as one and show school spir-

it. We wear SSU tiger shirts, blue and orange

and have our tiger pride showcased all week

long and some even go as far as to using it

as an excuse for missing classes! This is the time when

alumni and friends and family come back to the school to see what’s new

on campus. Last year was the painting on the roads and the construction

of the social science building, the flags and new lights. This year will be the

new tiger statue in front of Tiger Arena and the new fountains in front of Hill

Hall and in the middle of Flex Alexis circle; all are apart of President Earl

Yarborough’s campus beautification project. Students as well as faculty

have seen the transformation of campus over the years. As students and

future alumni of SSU it is our duty to continue the legacy of having a great

homecoming experience and therefore we should take pride in our school

and participate in all of the functions that are offered from Campus Activi-

ties Board. Enjoy this week to the fullest as the semester comes to an end.

You never know, this may be the best homecoming yet!

Hot Homecoming Must-Haves

Brittany Jester

Homecoming. That’s right students the time is quickly approaching. Everyone is excited about the activities and events that will be taking place through-

out the week. The comedy show, coronation, the Greek step show and of course the homecoming game are just a few of the activities planned for the 2009

Homecoming Week. With all of the festivities, everyone should want to look their best. The weather is cooling down, and it’s time to bring out some trendy

items for the fall football game. All of you are probably wondering what does a student need to have during homecoming to look hot? Below are just a few

of the hot homecoming items that students at SSU should definitely have.

Oversized Handbags: Ladies, it is

important for you to have the proper

handbag when putting your outfit to-

gether for homecoming. This season:

greens, metallic, reds and purples are

the colors that you want to look for.

Clinched Waist: Ladies, this season

jackets, dresses and tops are all buckled

at the waist. This emphasizes your shape

while also looking stylish.

Graphic Tees: Guys, this one

is for you! There is no better way

to tell who you are than to put it

on your chest for everyone to see.

Show your personality through your

graphic tee and still look amazing for

homecoming.

Distressed Denim: Last year

the skinny jeans were the hot new

trend for homecoming, but this year

distressed or destroyed denim has

taken over. You can rock the dis-

tressed denim in any shade and add

your own flavor shirt.

Denim Jeans: Guys, from straight

jeans to baggy, denim is definitely

the fashion trend for homecoming.

Darker denim such as moonlight is

even better. Light denim is great as

well, but try to stay away from the

colored denim guys.

Open Toe Boots: This trend is

rapidly spreading. Ankle boots that

show a small portion of your toe

are great for the fall homecoming

season. They come in a variety of

colors and prints. Everyone should

own at least one pair of open toe

boots for the season.

Sneakers: Okay guys, everyone

knows that you all love Jordans’,

but that trend is slowly passing.

This homecoming, try something

different. Maybe air forces or even

a unique Nike. Don’t just go for the

standard color, spice it up a little,

dare to be different.

With these items, you are sure to look stunning and hot during homecoming. Here are some stores where the

items above can be purchased:

Forever 21 Charlotte Russe Express Stagg Shop Rue 21

Wet Seal Macy’s Urban Outfitters Finish Line Foot Action

University bluesDepression among college students By G.Oninye Shand

Life isn’t easy for a college stu-

dent.

It seems like there is always

some test to cram for or a looming

deadline fast approaching.

To make matters more compli-

cated, many students must work

a demanding, and often annoying,

part-time job while attending col-

lege.

As a result, students may find

themselves in a slump—unable to

get that swing back in their step.

For some students, these feel-

ings will come and go with minor

backlash. For other students, this

slump isn’t so easy to shake and

could spiral into a lonely depression.

The National Institute of Mental

Health defines three common types

of depression—major depression,

dysthymia, and bipolar illness.

“If you have the illness (of de-

pression) lasting for two weeks or

longer it indicates something more

serious than having the blues,” said

Mildred Beasley, adult management

coordinator for Ridgefield Mental

Health Clinic.

According to a study by the

American College Health Associa-

tion, in 2000, 10 percent of students

entering college were diagnosed with

depression—that number jumped to

16 percent in 2005.

“This disease is very common,”

said Jacqueline Awe, director of stu-

dent development and a counselor at

Savannah State University.

Depression has become a grow-

ing concern on college campuses.

“You tend to see students with

low energy and a loss of interest in

their regular activities,” said Awe.

For example, freshmen could

experience depression from leaving

home for the first time and taking on

new responsibilities, said Awe.

SSU freshman Joseph Roberts

knows first hand how the pressures

of college life can easily lead to a

bout of depression.

According to the freshman, he

has been diagnosed with chronic

depression and battles the disease

while at school.

“I don’t take anti-depressants,

because I just don’t feel like I need

them,” said Roberts.

However, Roberts knows that

stressful social conditions combined

with the burden of keeping up with

school and work can be a catalyst for

an episode of depression.

“There are certain things that

trigger a depression for me like

deadlines, responsibilities and ex-

pectations,” said Roberts.

Put all these things together, at

the right time, and you have the per-

fect storm, Roberts said.

When depressed, Roberts said

he would act out destructive behav-

ior and seclude himself from his

friends.

“In the beginning, I would sleep

all day and over indulge in sex and

food,” said Roberts.

Eventually, Roberts began to self

mediate with alcohol.

Depression has biological and

psychological symptoms. The dis-

ease is commonly referred to as

a mood disorder or affective dis-

order because it affects how you

act, said Awe.

Phoebe Boles, RN at SSU’s

Harris- McDew Health Center,

said depression has physical

symptoms.

“There are three to four

symptoms—rapid weight loss,

weight gain, and sleeping all the

time,” Boles said.

Fortunately, students don’t

have to be afraid to ask for help—

the counseling center is also

open to students and faculty.

“I always tell students help is

not a bad four letter word,” said

Awe.

And to prove her point, Awe

wrote a grant proposal entitled,

“Help is not a Bad 4 Letter Word”

that was approved Oct. 1, 2009,

bringing more awareness and under-

standing to depressive illnesses.

According to the proposal, tra-

ditionally African American students

display a low help-seeking rate for

getting mental health treatment.

Furthermore, the proposal identi-

fies three reasons African American

students avoid dealing with men-

tal health issues—mistrust of white

therapists, stigmas towards mental

health and African American spiritu-

ality.

Simone Perry, a political science

major at SSU, is doing her part to

spread the word about depression

awareness with a group called Uni-

versity Blues....Against all Odds.

1. Turnt Up- Travis Porter

2. Oh Let’s Do It- Wackaflocka

3. Steady Mobbing- Lil Wayne

4. Boom Boom Clap- Travis Porter

5. Empire State of Mind- Jay Z

ft. Alycia Keys

6. Try It Out- Big Bank Black ft.

Kandi

7. The Butt- E.U

8. Going In- Lil Wayne ft. Drake

9. Becky- Plies

10. Invented Sex- Trey Songz

11. Paparazzi- Lady Gaga

12. Forever- Drake

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Homecoming Music Playlist

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2. Which event are you most looking forward to?

3. Have you heard about the fifth quarter band battle?

4. How do you feel about the Homecoming game being on Halloween?

5. How many people do you think are going to be on campus on Saturday?6. What’s up with people skipping class for Homecoming

events in the middle of the day?7. Did you try to talk you teacher out of having class this

week?8. How many people are going to the Homecoming game

in a costume?9. How many minutes are there in a football game?

10. How did you feel when you found out the concert was cancelled?

11. Did you feel like the concert tickets were overpriced?

12. Do you have an all-access pass?

13. Did you know we are playing the Edward Waters College Tigers?14. Can you finish this phrase? Where Savannah meets the

sea. Where…15. Which plot do you think will have the most food this

year?16. Are you going to a costume party after the game?

17. What event would you recommend to a freshman to experience Homecoming in true HBCU fashion?

18. Do you know the attendants to Miss SSU?

19. What happens at coronation?

20. Can you finish this phrase? H O M E C O M I N G…

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“What is it that you enjoy the most about Homecoming?”

“I like the food, watching the foot-ball game and the students and alumni

celebrating Tiger Pride together.”--Anthony “Tony” Foster, senior,

mass communications

“The school spirit, alumni coming back and being proud of their institution and the current students coming together express-ing Tiger pride.”

-- Brittany Lackey, senior, mass communications major.

“I really enjoy everybody coming together and having fun, the food and especially the Greek step show.

”-- Darkeyshia Peters, senior, chemistry major

“I like the entire atmosphere, the energetic environment and the memories and moments that will be remembered.”

-- Demetrius Mathis, senior, Homeland Security major.

Q. How do monsters tell their future?

A. They read their HORROR-Scope...

Q. What do you call spi-ders who just got married?

A. Newlywebs

Q. Why don’t skeletons ever go out on the town?

A.Because they don’t

have any body to go out with...

halloween treats....

by Mashay Davis

Is it me, or does it seem like many of our suppos-

edly “proud tigers” are pride-less? Tiger family, where

is the pride?

I find it rather amazing the majority of our students

drive at least three hours away from home, only to get

here and act as though they are not enrolled at this insti-

tution. Tigers, where is the pride? Alright. Let’s be honest

here. Most of you are not going to school for free; you

pay these pricy tuition fees, costly athletic charges, that

you don’t take advantage of because you’re “too cool”

to come out to any other game besides the basketball or

football games. The majority of you have meal plans that

you do not use because you would rather eat off cam-

pus, which is nice every now and then, but sometimes

the ritual of eating off campus eventually leads to dust

bunnies in your wallet.

As a community assistant in the University Village, I

participate in weekly rounds which consist of checking

for noisy rooms, unethical behaviors, and last but cer-

tainly not least, trash. It’s ridiculous that students have

their own personal trash cans plus local dumpsters only

a couple of feet away, but would rather destroy the pride

in our school by disposing their pizza boxes, cups, and

beer cans throughout the campus. Talk about not having

pride for your own stomping grounds. Trash, however, is

just one concern that I have with our student body when

it comes to Tiger Pride.

So, back to these sports events on campus that

we are paying for, but we never seem to come out and

support. How many times have you been to any sports

game on campus only to find people next to you never

showing school spirit? How many times has a player on

a team made a fantastic play and to the left of you is a

group of guys who are “too cool” to show enthusiasm

for the team, and instead they look at you like you are

crazy or “lame” for being excited about the game? Well,

I do not know about you, but I know I have witnessed

these spiritless acts on several occasions. Tigers, it’s

time for a change. Take pride in our athletic department;

their long hours of practice, hard work and dedication

should always be applauded, especially during game

time. Anyone who is an athlete understands the power

of great fans.

Oh, and let’s not forget these events that are thrown

throughout the months on campus by different orga-

nizations such as the Campus Activity Board, Student

Government Association, Greeks and non-Greek orga-

nizations or even by the Community and Residential

Assistants. Half of the time these organizations have to

stand at the doors and beg students to come inside to

support. Enough is enough. Why pay these activity fees

and not take advantage of them? I have heard many

people say that the activities on campus that cost be-

tween $2-$5 are ridiculous prices, but for some strange

reason those same individuals are tagged in every Rich

Life & Big O Entertainment picture on Facebook from

Thirsty Thursdays at Club Island Breeze or Frozen Para-

dise. We all know they paid a good $10 to $20 to get in.

Where is the pride for our school? Tigers, we pass up

so many opportunities to spend less money while sup-

porting our tiger family, but instead we choose not to do

so. How can we grow as a university if our own people

don’t support one another? There are plenty of times

that programs or events are thrown and only 45 people

show up out of about 3,200 students. Math is not my fa-

vorite subject, but gosh, some things just do not add up.

Let’s start supporting each other even more, not just the

weekly parties, but also the educational and beneficial

programs on campus.

Get involved on campus. Stop going to class, the

café, and then straight to your room. There are more

than 75 clubs, organizations, student publications, hon-

or societies, sororities and fraternities and plenty of in-

tramural sports for you to be a part of. Even if you decide

not to join any of the organizations on campus, the least

you can do is support the students who are dedicated

and involved in uplifting Savannah State University. Re-

member, at the end of the day we are all one big tiger

family. A family that should uplift our school with tons

of school spirit. We are all representations of Savannah

State University. It’s about time that we take pride in our

historic university, Tiger Pride that is.

Where students freely express themselvesBy Jalynda Hudson

Morehouse Dress Code Contains Surprises

In early October, Morehouse College administration enacted its new “Ap-

propriate Attire Policy.” Based on President Franklin’s conceptualization on

the Renaissance Man, specifically his expectation of the “well-dressed” man

of Morehouse, the policy sets a campus-wide standard for students’ attire.

The policy outlines 11 expectations pertain-

ing to what students should not wear while on

campus. Instead of requiring certain articles of

clothing, as a typical dress code would, the pol-

icy details those articles of clothing deemed un-

acceptable for students. They include “sagging”

pants, women’s clothing and headwear.

The policy will be distributed to students

electronically through Tigernet and the school

website. The policy will also be outlined in the

student handbook and discussed in Crown Fo-

rums for students.

While some students disagree with the policy,

others agree with the purpose behind it.

“I would say that about 95 percent of the

students on this campus feel that appearance

matters to them,” said Dr. William Bynum, Vice-

President of the Office of Student Services. “We

are not trying to isolate anyone that falls under a

category, you can just look at it like it’s one out of

eleven things being addressed.”

Dr. Bynum explained that students began

voicing concerns to administration about attire

on campus this semester. In turn administration

partnered with the SGA to work with the student

body on an attire policy. Some students feel that

the anticipated policy lacks proper planning and

investigation.

Safe Space, a gay/straight alliance student campus organization, has

been vocal about the issue.

Co-president Michael Edwards said, “Creating this policy was easy and

quick. But the energy and effort put into something determines the greater

result.”

Some students feel that the policy will not cater to the modern man of

Morehouse.

Sophomore Morehouse student Michael Leonard said, “I understand

that the dress code may represent the great leaders of our community from

our past who helped change our world through conforming and appearing

mainstream with a suit and tie. But let’s not forget about the Spike Lee’s of

Morehouse, who are continuing to make great strides through unconven-

tional methods.”

Many students question exactly what it means for the Morehouse Man

to be “well-dressed.” Does he wear the suit and tie?

Does he wear the high-end designer fashions? Or is

he of moderate dress, simple and refined?

“The perception of the ‘well-dressed’ man may

not be shared by everyone that attends the col-

lege,” Leonard explained, “Students should take

this pillar, do the necessary work, and apply it to

their lives as they see fit.”

Edwards said, “The concept of being well-

dressed is a concept of interpretation.” He added,

“The five ‘wells’ are character supplements. To build

the complete character we should be working on all

of them instead of focusing on just one.”

Those students that view attire as a form of self-

expression find the policy to be a violation of personal

freedoms.

“The very opposite of change is uniformity; free-

dom of expression lives at the root of individuality,”

Leonard stated. “We have obviously strayed away

from the core values fought for by our ancestors to

be free, and have instead opted to conform to the

very standards that have crippled us and our society;

the very standards that continue to deem us unwor-

thy,” he added.

Some students feel that the standardization of

appearance required by the policy will have adverse

effects. With attire stipulations students could begin

to resort to rebellious forms of self-expression.

“Outward appearance assists with how you carry yourself, but either way

you cannot change someone’s mindset,” Edwards explained.

Administration hopes that the policy will promote leadership and allow

students to become easily recognizable, a factor they believe will indirectly

assist with campus safety through student identification.

“We see men of Morehouse as leaders and we feel that should be seen

in appearance,” Dr. Bynum explained. “This policy will help to set a standard

for college students that many other places do not meet, and Morehouse will

lead in that.”

Ashlei Williams -- Black College Wire

Ashlei Williams, a Spelman student, writes for the Maroon Tiger, the Morehouse College student newspaper, which originally published this article.

My roommate suffered from de-

pression. She acted out in unhealthy

ways, because she wasn’t doing well

in school at the time, Perry said.

Despite the help being offered,

students might still choose to suffer

in silence.

“I encourage students who are

depressed to get help somewhere,

even if it’s not on campus,” Awe

said.

At least 80 percent of people

seeking treatment will get better, ac-

cording to the National Institute of

Mental Health.

Awe encourages families to talk

about mental history openly.

“These illnesses tend to remain

hidden until a stressful situation oc-

curs in a student’s life,” said Awe.

According to Roberts,

that topic was not discussed in his

household.

“I’m black. We didn’t talk about

things like that,” Roberts said.

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