Update your wardrobe By Khadijah Williams

It’s about that time ladies and gents! To clean those closets and make-up bags OUT. I know it’s hard to let go of things that you’ve been holding on to for ages.

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Update your wardrobe

By: Khadijah Williams

It’s about that time ladies and gents! To clean those closets and make-up bags OUT. I know it’s hard to let go of things that you’ve been holding on to for ages, maybe it has sentimental value, or is just an old favorite of yours. But, trust me it’s time to take things in a new direction. The weather is changing, and who doesn’t love to clean their closets out anyway?! It’s a fun yet tedious tasks. But with my step by step guide you’re sure to be just fine!

LADIES:

I beg of you please dump your make-up bag out and start eliminating TODAY! You can’t hold on to those cosmetics FOREVER! They may not come with an expiration date, but that stuff is NOT only dated but it harbors LOADS of germs and bacteria. For example, MASCARRS this is the one thing that you most certainly should replace; mascara after three months or sooner! That’s why it gets so clumpy. It’s also a NO-NO to pump the wand that just pushes the bacteria down in the tube. This may cause bacteria to be transported to the eye. Makeup artist know better they should use disposables in most cases anyway! Lipstick you can hold on a little longer, but if it has a peculiar smell TOSS IT! Any foundations that start to separate TOSS also, it’s no good. I don’t want to babble on too much about the makeup! So let’s move on to the clothes, trench coats are refined this season and timeless! Give them a try in a great neutral. Who doesn’t love das dukes shorts?! Keep the shorts at a presentable length and just have fun with it! Pair it with your favorite fancy tee, and some shoes that’ll add height in a bright or nude color for example.
 

GENTS:

There’s no single way to wear the double-breasted jacket fellas! Try it, it’s a great way to dress up an outfit, and try it in the form of a tailored fit. Square Framed Wayfarer Shades are worth a try as well guys! Try a woven leather belt in chocolate brown, and pair it with navy blue. NEVER mix brown and black. These are very mature colors, for mature men! I hope this way helpful to you all, let me know what you think HERE!

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12 New Sons Omega Psi Phi Probate At Howard

On a raining afternoon in the Mecca, the brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Alpha Chapter, gave everyone a great show by introducing 12 new members.

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April 22, 2011 –

On a raining afternoon in the Mecca, the brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Alpha Chapter, gave everyone a great show by introducing 12 new members. The probate started from the Valley which then lead to a march up to the Yard for the main show. Students, family and friends posted up on the graduation ceremony bleachers to get a good view.

Check out pictures and a recap video of the Omega Psi Phi Probate!

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Alpha Phi Alpha Probate Returns on the Yard

Beta Chapter, brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. had finally returned with 14 new members to showcase at Howard University.

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April 22, 2011 –

After a few years of not bringing out a new line from the Beta Chapter, brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. had finally returned with 14 new members to showcase at Howard University. It may had been a cold rainy day, but it didn’t stop anyone from watching the probate. The Alphas brought out the largest crowd of the day.

Check out pictures and a recap video of the probate!

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Iota Probate Brings Out 6 New Members

Around 5pm, after the Ques and Alphas had their probates, another Greek fraternity brings out a new line to showcase at Howard University. The Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc.

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April 22, 2011 –

Around 5pm, after the Ques and Alphas had their probates, another Greek fraternity brings out a new line to showcase at Howard University. The Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. brought out six new members in the Spring of 2011. It was a historic day for them since this was the largest line that Alpha Tau chapter had ever showcase at Howard.

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Johnson C. Smith Woman’s Track & Field Team Brings Home 2011 Outdoor Championship

The women’s team jumped out the gate with 24 points in the 100m dash alone.

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Ettrick, VA – The Johnson C. Smith University women’s track and field team catapulted into the history books by winning the 2011 CIAA Outdoor Championship with a 153 team points on Saturday afternoon inside Rogers Stadium on the campus of Virginia State. Capping off the team title, senior Shermaine Williams claimed Championship MVP honors with 30 individual points.

The final scores are as follows: JCSU – 153, Winston-Salem State – 129, St. Augustine’s – 105.50, Virginia State – 103.50, Bowie State – 81, Virginia Union – 20, Lincoln (PA) – 10, Shaw – 9, Livingstone – 9, and St. Paul’s – 2. The women’s team jumped out the gate with 24 points in the 100m dash alone. Freshman Danielle Williams (12.02), senior Shermaine Williams (12.17), and junior Monique Kelly (12.23) finished the race in first, second, and third respectively to add to the team total. Shermaine Williams and Kelly returned for the finals of the 200m to claim second and sixth place. Williams had a time of 24.60 and Kelly timed in at 25.07. Freshman Naffene Briscoe (St. Catherine, Jamaica) tied with Kelly Shaw of St. Augustine’s for third in the 200m (24.93). The Lady Golden Bulls produced 16.5 team points in this event. Briscoe crossed fourth in the 400m in a time of 55.60 and junior Sasha-Gay Cunningham (Clarendon, Jamaica) took seventh (58.44).

J.C. Smith dominated the 100m hurdles showcasing the top four finishers in the event. S. Williams broke the tape for first (13.42), followed by senior Lakaevia Tyler (Miami, FL) 13.72, junior Rosemarie Carty (St. Andrew, Jamaica) 14.01, and D. Williams in fourth (14.07). This event added 29 additional points to the JCSU total. Cunningham placed second behind April London of St. Augustine’s in the 400m hurdles with a time of 1:03.25. Teammates Briscoe (1:03.54) and Carty (1:05.81) were third and fifth, respectively in the event. Multiple competitors in each event with top finishes continued to compound team points for Johnson C. Smith. JCSU earned 18 points in the 400m hurdles. The 4x100m relay team picked up 10 points by winning the race in a time of 45.61. In the 4x400m relay, JCSU took fourth (3:50.90) for five additional points.

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Stylish Buzz of the Week: Craig Johnson of Delaware State University by The Profashional

His style is very sharp, and clean cut. It has a class and sophistication, to tag team with his swag.

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Stylish Buzz of the Week: Craig Johnson of

Delaware State University by The Profashional

By Thee ProFashional

 

Name: Craig Johnson

Classification: Sophomore

Repin’: Delaware State University

Major: Accounting Major

Describe your style: A mixture of New York’s urban look while demonstrating the prep.

 

His style is very sharp, and clean cut. It has a class and sophistication, to tag team with his swag.You can never go wrong with a blazer and khaki’s, especially when you add your own personal style. His confidence seeps through his attire, making him own this look! You can check out more of his looks on his blog along with 6 others, www.avidcourtesyleague.com , which promotes general yet classic style for men!

 

 

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HBCUBuzz Staff

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New Orleans Bounce Through Visual Art by Jer’lisa Devezin Dillard University

New Orleans can be considered “the home” to Bounce music, an energetic style of hip hop music.

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New Orleans Bounce, From Artist’s Perspective

New Orleans can be considered “the home” to Bounce music, an energetic style of hip hop music characterized by call and response style party and Mardi Gras Indian chants.

Bounce has emerged mainstream and has influenced a variety of hip hop sub genre’s. Jer’lisa Devezin senior art major at Dillard University has created an artistic approach to the culture of bounce music.

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Lady Rams Claim 2011 CIAA Softball Championship with 7-6 Extra Inning Win Over Chowan

WSSU rallies to claim first championship since 2000

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ETTRICK, VA – Her team still down by two runs in the bottom of the eighth inning, Winston-Salem State head coach LaTanya Hilliard-Gray pulled her team over and had one simple point to make. “This is what we do,” she said. And with that, in the midst what looked like an improbable comeback, the Rams made that improbable a reality, scoring five runs in their last at-bat to stun Chowan 7-6 and win the 2011 CIAA Softball Championship on Saturday.

“All we had to do was believe the way I believe in them,” said Hilliard-Gray.

In a fitting manner, it was a Lady Ram senior who came up big for the team to score the big win. With three runs in and the bases still loaded with two outs, WSSU senior outfielder Candace Spinks hit a rocket toward Chowan shortstop Fahren Munro. The sharp grounder got by Munro for an error and bounded into left-center field, allowing two runs to score, including the game-winner. “My seniors have been here for the last three years and have not been able to compete for a championship and this is our going away gift to them,” Hilliard-Gray added.

The championship was a huge accomplishment for the Winston-Salem State Lady Rams as the 2011 season was the first time that the team was eligible to compete for a conference championship. “It means everything. Before [WSSU sophomore infielder Britney] Cato scored [the game-winning] run, I was out there on the field crying,” WSSU senior catcher Kayla Woodbury said. “It’s a really big deal and I’m just happy that I had a chance to be a part of it and set the tone for years to come.”

Only moments earlier, Chowan outfielder Alex Allen appeared to have come up with her second eighth inning, game-winning hit of the day. She had slapped a single to right field to score the go-ahead run, sparking a four-run rally as Chowan (34-19) took what seemed like an insurmountable 6-2 lead to the bottom half of the inning after using six hits and two Winston-Salem State errors to take control.

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FAMU Partners with the Prince Hall Shriners Foundation to Host Annual Diabetes Classic

I am confident that this will be a successful partnership as we support a great cause.

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FAMU Partners with the Prince Hall Shriners

Foundation to Host  Annual Diabetes Classic


TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Florida A&M University (FAMU) signed an agreement with the Prince Hall Shriners Foundation (PHSF) to host the 3rd Annual Diabetes Classic. The Classic is scheduled for Saturday, October 1, which will feature a weekend of activities including a golf tournament, parade, health screenings and seminars and the football game between FAMU and Delaware State University.

“Florida A&M University is pleased to partner with the Prince Hall Shriners Foundation for the third Annual Diabetes Classic,” said James H. Ammons, president of FAMU. “I am confident that this will be a successful partnership as we support a great cause.”

The Classic is designed to bring awareness to the community about diabetes and raise funds for not only diabetes but for FAMU’s athletics department.

“This is more than a game,” said Derek Horne, director of FAMU Athletics. “There are going to be educational opportunities as well.”

The Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and its Jurisdictions, Inc. (AEAONMS) [also known as Prince Hall Shriners] organization was founded more than 117 years ago and is a social, fraternal and charitable organization. The organization consists of more than 200 temples (chapters) around the world with a membership of approximately 18,000 and growing.

In 2009, in response to this growing crisis, the AEAONMS formed a philanthropic partnership with the American Diabetes Association and launched the National Diabetes Initiative (NDI).  The primary goals of the NDI are to promote public awareness and education of diabetes and its associated complications; to raise funds for research and education related to the disease; and to increase visibility of the Prince Hall Shriners by rallying around a single public health issue. The inaugural Prince Hall Shriners Foundation Diabetes Classic weekend was held in October 2009 at Albany State University.

“Diabetes is very personal to me,” said Oliver Washington Jr., president of the Prince Hall Shriners Foundation and chairman of the Prince Hall Shriners Diabetes Football Classic.  “I have dedicated my life completely to diabetes. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 4 a.m. I wake up and take my wife to the clinic.  My wife is not obese nor does the history of diabetes run in her family.  We hear that individuals get diabetes because of family history, but that is not true.  We have to have a new conversation about people of color and diabetes.  If we don’t do anything about it, by 2025 the total of people with diabetes will make up the population of 17 states in the U.S.”

Photo caption: FAMU President James H. Ammons (left) passes the agreement that was signed for FAMU to host the 3rd Annual Diabetes Classic to Oliver Washington Jr., president of the Prince Hall Shriners Foundation and chairman of the Prince Hall Shriners Diabetes Football Classic.

 

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Jonathan Bailey South Carolina State Student Shot & Killed, Family Asks Why? #BuzzKiller

Jonathan Bailey, 22, was shot then tried to drive away, crashing into the school’s Campus Building.

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South Carolina State Student Shot, Family Asks Why? #BuzzKiller

A 22-year old South Carolina State University student wounded by a gunshot late Friday night has died of his injuries. Jonathan Bailey, who was from Holly Hill, died early Saturday from a gunshot wound to the chest, Orangeburg County Coroner Samuetta Marshall has confirmed. His death is being investigated by campus police and the State Law Enforcement Division, officials say. According to a statement released from S.C. State, at approximately 11:14 p.m. Friday, the S.C. State University Police Department was notified by the Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office that a vehicle had crashed into the Campus Services Building at 2195 Russell St. EMS was notified and initially treated the incident as a normal vehicle accident. However, it was later determined that the victim had received one entry and exit wound to the upper torso.

The SC State University Police Department received a report of a car that had crashed into the campus’ service building on Russell Street around 11:15pm. But when police first responded to the crash, they didn’t even realize the victim had been shot.

A university spokesman said 22-year-old Jonathan Bailey from Holly Hill was the driver of the vehicle. He also confirmed that the young man was a senior at South Carolina State University. Shock spread across campus as students learned one of their own was killed. “It had to be at least eight or 10 police cars lined up in the road,” said student Lorenzo Ham. “I just thought they were busting a house party like they usually do, but I didn’t even know.”

EMS was notified and initially treated the incident as a normal vehicle accident, according to a spokesperson, but it was later determined that Bailey received a gunshot wound to the chest. Bailey was then taken to Palmetto Richland Hospital where he later died from his injuries early Saturday morning.

“It’s sad because he’s young, and he’s in college,” said Ham, “So he’s obviously trying to do something with his life. It’s just sad.” 

Witnesses said the shooting happened two blocks away at an apartment complex next to campus. Despite that, students said SC State is a safe university. “It’s pretty safe,” said Ham, “But just like anywhere, you have to watch your back. No matter how much security you have, stuff can still happen.” As investigators try to figure out who shot and killed Bailey, his family tries to cope with the stunning news. Bailey graduated from Lake Marion High School five years ago, and set off for SC State. He was a semester and a half away from an electrical engineering degree, a field his father said came easy. “They always say, ‘I don’t understand how your son does not study but always pass the test,'” said Johnny Jefferson.

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Shaw University Football Coaches Suspended after Arrests #BuzzKiller

Torey Ross and Jermonty Kimbrough were arrested recently and have been suspended without pay.

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Shaw University Football Coaches

Suspended after Arrests #BuzzKiller

Two assistant football coaches at Shaw University have been suspended without pay, following their recent arrests, University officials confirm. In a press release sent out Wednesday, University officials say Torey Ross and Jermonty Kimbrough were arrested recently and have been suspended without pay. Sherri Fillingham, spokeswoman for Shaw University, says Ross was arrested for failure to appear and Kimbrough was arrested on April 7 for possession with intent to distribute.

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Big Sean Concert At Howard University w/ Waka Flocka

Big Sean hit the stage accompanied by his crew and DJ MoBeatz, but not after an hour and a half (feeling like eternity) of opening acts, which included, Jon Connor and Big Shan.

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Big Sean Concert At Howard

GuestAppearance by Waka Flocka

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The Great Lakes Hip-Hop Invasion Tour, hosted by Jae Murphy, got Cramton Auditorium packed of not only Howard students but DMV area locals and other DMV area students.

Big Sean hit the stage accompanied by his crew and DJ MoBeatz, but not after an hour and a half (feeling like eternity) of opening acts, which included, Jon Connor and Big Shan. Students Nick Beauregard and Chinyere Okoro comically tweet their sentiment on the various entertaining opening acts.

The audience enjoyed a pre-show and intermission by DJ Chubb E Swag and Chase B. When Big Sean hit the stage, the entire audience flocked to the front of the stage, screaming.

Big Sean, the twenty-three year old born Sean Anderson, first performed ‘My Last’ his newest hit featuring artist Chris Brown. Surprise guest, Waka Flocka Flame, hit the stage riling the crowd up even further by performing his verse from the hit single ‘No Hands’. During the remainder of the set, Big Sean performed the songs, “Bullsh*tting”, “My Closet, Supa Dupa Lemonade among others.

 

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Unmask the Mystery, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority 2011 Cabaret

The ladies of Alpha Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., will be selling $1.00 masquerade masks in support of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Educational Advancement Foundation. If you attend the Cabaret wearing a mask, your name will be entered into a raffle to win a prize.

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Alpha Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Presents…

Unmask the Mystery, 2011 Cabaret.

 

When: Saturday, April 23, 2011 10PM-2AM
Where: 1000 U Street NW Washington, DC 20001
Price: $15.00
Entertainment by: DJ PREMONITION and VIZION Performance Team
18 to Party, 21+ to Drink
The ladies of Alpha Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., will be selling $1.00 masquerade masks in support of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Educational Advancement Foundation. If you attend the Cabaret wearing a mask, your name will be entered into a raffle to win a prize.

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The Masque of the Ivy Ball

It was toward the close of the month, and while the excitement most furiously grew, they awaited the coming of a masked ball of the most unusual magnificence. It was an indescribable scene that masquerade. The tastes of the evening were distinctive. The room pronounced a shadowy splendor. The characters were exquisite in the décor of mere fashion. Their plans were bold and fiery, and the ball glowed with valiant desire.
And now was acknowledged the presence of the prodigious ball. She had come like a thief in the night. And one by one each character came alive in the decorative halls as they danced and the mystery was revealed. As the night ended, the ivy clock struck two and out went that of the last of them. And the flames of the night became murmurs of the day. And Mystery and Beauty held illimitable dominion over all.

Who Dares? She asks…


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Saint Augustine’s Rashad Ingram Named CIAA Player of the Year

Shortstop Rashad Ingram (Sr./Savannah, Ga.) of Saint Augustine’s College was named 2011 CIAA Baseball Player of the Year Tuesday by the CIAA and the CIAA Baseball Coaches Association.

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Shortstop Rashad Ingram (Sr./Savannah, Ga.) of Saint Augustine’s College was named 2011 CIAA Baseball Player of the Year Tuesday by the CIAA and the CIAA Baseball Coaches Association.

Ingram headlines eight Falcons who earned All-CIAA baseball honors including six who made first team. First-team selections include pitcher Brandon Stewart (Sr./Riverdale, Ga.), catcher Josh Bishop (Sr./Richmond, Va.), third baseman Alex Howard (Jr./Wilson, N.C.), center fielder Joe Pierce (Sr./Wetumpka, Ala.) and left fielder Wayne Lewis (Jr./Charlotte, N.C.) Second-team picks were utility player Chris Vette (Sr./Hampton, Va.) and second baseman Kevin White (Sr./Dunn, N.C.). The Falcons placed the most players on the All-CIAA teams.

Ingram is the second Falcon in three seasons to win CIAA baseball player of the year. Former standout Anthione Shaw, who also played shortstop, captured the award in 2009.

Ingram was the overwhelming favorite for the league’s top individual honor after an eye-popping regular season. A computer information systems major, Ingram is the NCAA Division II leader in runs (66), steals (74) and stolen bases per game (1.48). He is tied for third nationally in base on balls (38), ninth in runs per game (1.32), 18th in on-base percentage (.527), and tied for 13th in hits (65).

“It is an honor to be awarded CIAA Player of the Year,” said Ingram, who leads the Falcons in 12 categories including batting average (.394). “I am very thankful for my teammates and coaches who made it all possible. It has been a long growth for me these past four years, and to end my career as player of the year really feels like a great accomplishment. My main goals of the season are winning the CIAA Championship and going to the regionals, so winning this award is a bonus and a blessing.”

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Albany State Shows off Aerospace Lab

Albany State University gave area media a glimpse Monday of NASA’s educational efforts in Southwest Georgia.

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LBANY, Ga. — Albany State University gave area media a glimpse Monday of NASA’s educational efforts in Southwest Georgia.

The Aerospace Education Lab, located in the James Pendergrast Library, is part of ASU and NASA’s SEMAA (Science, Engineering and Math Aerospace Academy) outreach to the region’s schools.

“We want to give the media in our area a chance to experience the only aerospace education laboratory in the University System of Georgia,” said Danielle Johnson, data program manager/family cafe coordinator of ASU’s NASA SEMAA Program. “Our program provides an exceptional resource for students in our area.”

The program serves students K-12 from eight schools in Dougherty County and all of Worth County.

“The lab has 11 work stations,” lab coordinator Sammie Sims said.

“It’s no secret that the Unites State is lagging behind our rivals in the world when it comes to math and science. This is a hands-on experience and we are trying to get as many kids as possible involved.”

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HBCU Grads Outperform Black Graduates of Predominately White Institutions

African-Americans who graduate from a historically Black college or university do better financially than Blacks who graduate from traditionally white colleges and universities, according to a new study by economists at Morehouse College and Howard University.

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There’s great news for students who opt for HBCUs over traditional white-majority institutions.

African-Americans who graduate from a historically Black college or university do better financially than Blacks who graduate from traditionally white colleges and universities, according to a new study by economists at Morehouse College and Howard University.

“Our results suggest that as HBCUs afford graduates relatively superior long-run returns, they continue to have a compelling educational justification as the labor market outcomes of their graduates are superior to what they would have been had they graduated from a non-HBCU,” wrote the researchers.

As the debate about the relevance of HBCUs continues, this survey shows that these schools continue to serve a purpose for students.

The study was published last month in the Review of Black Political Economy, and was written by Gregory N. Price of Morehouse College and William Spriggs and Omari H. Swinton of Howard University.

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