The Native American Plight

Raeshon Morris- @02708090 The Digital Divide has a way of preying on the weak. The lack of technology in this day and age can cause vulnerability;impacting a minority group that has often gotten unfair treatment in this country. The Native American plight is real, and the lack of access is just an added struggle. The lack of financial resources available for them prevents them from getting adequate equipment and media knowledge. Also Native Americans have other significant problems such as alcoholism that draw their attention away from technology. Many live in regions that are not easily connected to the outside world. So what do we do to help? Are they a lost cause? You tell me.

Midwestern Man

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What's up Class of 2017, I'm Raeshon Morris a film major from St. Louis, MO. I'm a cancer, and I feel that my zodiac sign accurately portrays my personality. I believe myself to be a very sympathetic individual. Being considerate of others feelings is a key trait of mine, and it can be a positive and a negative. I also believe I am instinctive, I usually know when something's off or just doesn't feel right. After my tenure at Howard, I am going to be a film director. Ever since I was a child I've always had a love of movies and the entire process. I was born in St. Louis, but I moved to Jefferson City, MO in fourth grade. While in Jefferson City, I attended predominantly white schools. So in college, I wanted the opportunity to experience an HBCU and why not the best? If you see me on campus, don't be afraid to speak. I'm polite and I enjoy meeting new people. I hope I will get the chance to build lasting friendships with much of the School of Communications in the near future.

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A Setback is a Setup For a Comeback: Review

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Throughout life, people are confronted with several different obstacles. Some may be easy where you can leap right over them. While others may be difficult where you climb and climb, but never quite reach the top. One can get discouraged and feel as if they will never get over that hump. So where do they go from there? Well, the inspirational narrative A Setback Is a Setup for a Comeback by Willie Jolley just might be the push one needs. The book explains play by play what to do when you get knocked down and you need a pick me up. Although his book is informative, it seemed a little redundant. Several of his points I had already learned from past experiences and family members. But Jolley did point out some key ideals that are important to consider. “We all have seen intelligent people who have misused their intelligence…Intelligence alone does not guarantee success.” That is a very valid point; intelligence is virtually pointless if you are unable to properly communicate your thoughts. How is one able to pitch their ideas to a focus group if they cannot socialize? The author also shares his thoughts on looking back on the past. “The past is supposed to be a place of reference, not a place of residence! There is a reason why your car has a big windshield and a small rearview mirror. You are supposed to keep your eyes on where you are going, and just occasionally check out where you have been…Otherwise you are going to crash!” People often dwell on the mishaps of the past and forget to cherish the blessings that lie ahead. I feel this book elaborates on ideals I already know, but nevertheless it is a good read and perhaps I will call upon it again when I am in need of a set up for my comeback!

Click here to watch Willie Jolley discuss his book

Feminine Fate

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As of late, the trial of Florida resident George Zimmerman has been circulating through several news outlets. It was announced that his jury would be composed of all women. To some this may seem unfair due to the theory that most women work off of emotion, rather than rationality. Although I do not necessarily believe this to be true, it has been a topic of discussion. Another element to the Zimmerman trial is the fact that none of the jurors are black. Race has been a major part of the Trayvon Martin case and it makes you wonder if leaving out someone of African American decent was done intentionally or was just a simple unpremeditated occurrence. It really does spark curiosity. What made them go this route? With such a high profile, racially charged case as this one, you would think they would have at least one black person.  Either way, the Zimmerman camp approved of the jury and the trial will officially begin on Monday. Every man is entitled to a fair trial, and I am interested to see how George Zimmerman’s legal team holds up against several pieces of evidence that seem to say that the situation was less of a self-defense case, but more of a flat out murder case. The news coverage of this trial is far from over; America will be watching how these women handle the fate of one man’s life in their hands. 

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Click here for Washington Post Article on All Female Jury