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Apr
22
Scholar in the Fast Lane
By: Dardinia Joseph
At first glance sophomore Broadcast Journalism Major Tiera Harris may seem quiet and reserved. Paradoxically she is a very busy and vibrant person much like her hometown Atlanta, Ga. Harris graduated at 16 years old in 2008 from Druid Hills High School.
For Harris, Atlanta was not the only contributing factor to her fast paced maturity. “All my life I had been around older people” Harris admits. As a youth she spent her 1st and 2nd grade in private school where she excelled from 2nd to 4th grade. Her only regret in that move was the lack of naptime in 4th grade. Harris admits she never felt awkward being around older peoples. Even today she typically does not identify with people her age.
Harris does not view her life as over privileged but she also does not believe in the term under privileged. A rather passionate Harris explained that “somebody somewhere is always going to be underprivileged because they don’t have all the advantages that the next guy has.”
If anything Harris parents who are hard working peoples who have helped to instill the values of hard work and morals in her. In the summer of 2009 Harris had two jobs, and internship with Fox Sports South and summer classes. Destined to be successful Harris enjoys busying herself with any and everything that she sees as being profitable in her near future. Harris brags that as a freshman attending Hampton University she had a car even though freshmen were technically not allowed to. She claims that she absolutely could not depend on someone else for transportation.
Harris grew up in a diverse community where black anchors existed on television frequently. Likewise she was drawn to a Historically Black College University and felt empowered to pursue her goal of becoming a broadcast journalist. Harris jokes that even though she can write relatively well she does not enjoy the task. She would much rather talk as she prides herself on being talkative and sociable.
Most people would believe that the fast paced lifestyle would have an adverse effect on her friendships. Harris admits she has left people behind to rise to where she is current day. However she does keep in touch with two good friends of hers, Sarah Roland and Sherrika Johnson, who she envisions in her life forever. Good friend Indeya Chavis has known Harris for two years and asserts that “her drive has motivated me to be more proactive; she is a great friend.”
While interviewing Harris I noticed her posture and well put together appearance. I asked her if she had ever been a dancer of sorts. She revealed she was the captain of the dance team all four years at her High School. “Presentation is very important” stresses Harris. She believes that as a journalist one should only present the truth be fair and unbiased because what you write helps define your career and credibility as a reporter. What makes Harris an even better reporter? Boyfriend Malachi says “she has an always-ask-why attitude; she never takes anything for face value and does her own research”.
Equipped with great ethics and proper training Harris is confident that she will make a successful journalist regardless of where her skills land her. She envisions herself working for Fox Sports South or CNN as an ideal job. But she does not mind working elsewhere to get to where she needs to go. Now she is in Honors College, Co-chair of Sophomore Executive Council’s Publication Committee and a hard working Scripps Howard School of Journalism student on her way to even higher levels of greatness.
Mar
13
Research shows that women are more easily sexually aroused than men. Whether it’s man with man, woman with woman, or man with woman, females are just turned on. Suprisingly, Research also showed that females responded quicker to females than males. This accounts for women and men of all sexualities.
So is it no surprise when we tell you that every female has a girl crush? Recently Tyra Banks did a show on heterosexual women falling for gay women and having crushes on other women. Women revealed their attraction to long befriended gay co-workers and associates.
We all have that little girlish crush on another female, researchers argue. According to many psychologists, it’s a natural phenomenon that doesn’t mean you should question your sexuality. Even the Katy Perrys of the world get it.
Who’s your gay crush and do you agree?
- Cryptic
Mar
13
President Obama addresses business leaders at round table discussion
President Obama appeared before CEO’s and business leaders on March 15, 2009. The President addressed the economic crisis and discussed the Budget. Obama made it clear that leading office in a financial crisis is not ideal. However, Obama outlined the neccessary steps which the Budget will work towards accomplishing. In the midst of his speech, there were some rather interesting quotes he gave:
“Will make higher education afordable for all”…Judging by the quote is it fair to say that affordable is subjective and the statement seems on the verge of pre-campaign mode? Hope any one?
“Believes that jobs are created like businesses just like you”…By you we would assume he is addressing the American people, ignoring the fact that he’s in front of CEOs. But this shows that Obama is for the common man, working class people, or more acknowledged; you.
“The country that harnesses the power of renewable energy will lead the 21st Century”… With the Russians and Chinese doing just that, one could argue the validity of this statement. There might even be a Bank of China located somewhere on Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C. in the near future.
What do you think about the president’s remarks and what is your outlook for America in this economic crisis?
-Cryptic
Mar
12
What do you think constiutes as an underground artist? Are they the ones recording in the basements of houses or are they the rich kids who no one will sign or give a chance? Well recently there’s been talk about these underground music artists; particularly in Hip-Hop.
The culture of Hip-Hop consists of four major components: B-boy/B-girl dancing, MC’ing, Graffiti and DJ’ing. From MC’ing rap emerged when the performer no longer needed a Disc Jockey. Nowadays, it seems like everyone is trying to become a rap artist. With competition growing for record deal signings, new categories begin to emerge. Thus, the infamous category of Underground Rap.
You can find all the Undergound Rap Artists by state and alphabetical order by clicking the link in this sentence.
Are you a fan of underground rap or underground artists in general? Well what do you think on DC driven Wale vs Canadian claimed Drake?
Drake’s song Uptown(Listen) or Wale’s song Nike Boots (Listen)
Artists can also find hot, cool underground beat at http://worldwidebeats.net
Please leave your comments and responses bellow. Also, if you are an underground artist trying to get your music promoted you can e-mail me at dardinia_18@hotmail.com 4 details or just post a link to your work under comments.
- Cryptic
Mar
10
Southern rap is one of the most distinguished rap styles of Hip-Hop. Hailing from Houston, Altlanta and New Orleans. The three modern day respective kings being D.J Screw, T.I, and Lil’ Wayne. This style of rap capures southern hospitality with its blunt lyrics, whip game, snap and roll 1-2 step dances and intentioanlly slurred syllables. The epitome of the Southern lifestyle was captured by Master P’s famous song “I’m bout it bout it”. The “rapper” uses the phrase “bout it” only 116 times. If that’s not a characteristic of a conscious, well structured rap, then I’m not sure what is.
Or Am I?
Atlanta based group Outkast wow’s listeners with tehir funky African semantics and quirky beats. Need I say anymore. But with new rappers such as Lil’ Wayne and T.I, the future of he South appears to be brightening up. How bout it, bout it?
VERSUS
The infamous DC culture of go-go. Go-go originated with musician Chuck Brown’s band the Soul Searchers in the 1960′s. The group fused laid back funk with Afro-Caribbean instruments. WHY?! As time progressed biters of the Brown style began adding the Black church music traits to it. Singers began to stray from vocal lessons and ennunciation gew outdated. Hence, the noise, I mean art of go-go which we have today.
But, go-go is like any other least liked genre. The people from that area who have had the sounds forced upon them since in the womb love it. While the outsiders fancy a few famous jams. These include CCB’s “It’s My Phatty”, “Classy Not Trashy” and Mambo Sauce’s “Welcome to DC”.
On a rather up beat note mini-genius rapper Wale (Wah-lay) hales from DC. The rapper’s poetic flow and profound social commentary has earned him the spot for best underground rapper. If you’re unfamiliar you can check the rapper out www.walemusic.com
So, you tell me what you like about the DMV or the South?
-Cryptic
