101 Magazine - Spring/Summer 2020

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10 Things to do While on Lockdown Coronavirus Killed the Vibe:

2020 Festival Cancellations

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Features 34

Covid relief for college students

Where's the Bass?

The Locker Room 40

NBA Players TAKE ON TIKTOK

THE DEMISE OF THE XFL

Health Center

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How to deal with anxiety and

depression during a global pandemic

Timeout 48 Bodyworks 50 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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contents THE LOOK 52

Spring 2020 trends

MIRROR, MIRROR 56

For the love of lashes

DIY Skin and Body care

SOUL SEARCHING 60 COLLEGE 101 62 IN CHARGE 63 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 64 Podcast Picks

A Quarantine Playlist Bingeworthy Shows

that are StreaMING NOW

OPEN BOOK 73 TECH 74 POP QUIZ 76

NOTES OF HER CULTURE FILL UMI'S MUSIC

VIEWPOINT 78

COVID-19 CUT THE CORD

ON MY SENIOR YEAR

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Arthur Cribbs

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF 101 Magazine SPRING 2020

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n a year that has been largely defined by one topic of conversation, 101 Magazine shares a variety of stories and sentiments that go beyond just the spread of COVID-19. Through the voices from college students, we tell the state of the arts, culture, relationships, lifestyle and sports, among a litany of topics both at the national and global levels.

From our profiles of young changemakers and creatives to our articles guiding students on how to thrive on college campuses, our magazine provides a unique perspective of young adults who are at turning points in their lives and developing into the future leaders of the next generation.

Given the current state of our world and the unprecedented times we are living in, many of our stories also share the drastic changes to our lives that we have experienced over the past few months. In a time where we were anticipating large crowds for graduations, long lines representing election season and a busy travel season with the summer Olympics, we are instead sheltering in place and limiting as much physical human contact as possible.

By taking in the compilation of work from our staff of students, I hope that you find inspiration and new knowledge that leaves a strong impact and adds positive value to your life. Thank you for your support of our magazine and enjoy.

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10 Things to do While on Lockdown

he global impact of COVID-19 was an unforeseen plot twist the entire world was not prepared for. With the death toll rising, people mourning their loved ones, and recovering from the virus, many would say this is not a pleasant time. Although the pandemic has caused many hardships and sorrows, there is a bright side to this tragedy. On the next page are 10 things one can do to stay optimistic. page 6

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Rest Many people are accustomed to busy schedules, so use this time as a rest and relaxation period. Get plenty of sleep and wind down as much as possible.

Get dressed If self-reflecting and fixing the home do not help to bring life back to normalcy, getting dressed will. Setting the intention of getting dressed for an ordinary day can result in a positive outcome.

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Reach out to

loved ones This virus is a reminder that tomorrow isn’t promised to anyone. Catch up with friends and family— have Zoom parties, call frequently and keep the group chat going.

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View news in moderation Despite the necessity to stay informed, viewing the news constantly can weigh heavily on your psyche. Accept the news for what it is, but live in the present moment as well.

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creative abilities Stuck at home, you now have time to express your creative mind and explore your untapped talents.

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Read books Reading is a positive activity during quarantine. Books can allow you to be entertained, informed, enhance comprehension skills and help you develop their thoughts. Reading can also increase memory and focus while lowering stress levels.

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with yourself Life is full of distractions.

This is the perfect time to reflect, think and build a stronger relationship with yourself.

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Make your

house a home With ample time at your house, now is the time to Practice analyze and redecorate self-care your dwelling. One way Self-care is the practice to start is by deep-cleanof acting to preserve ing the home and clearone’s own health and is ing the air with sage. a major attribute of staying positive. These practices are based on one’s own satisfaction and can include taking a bubble bath or journalling.

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the future The excessive time at home also gives us time to plan for what’s to come after the pandemic. Down time is the best time to organize

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Biden has also remained optimistic about welcoming the perspectives and ideals of traditional supporters of Sanders. page 8

2020 presidential candidate Joe Biden during a walk with supporters in Clear Lake, Iowa, in summer 2019 Image via: Wikimedia Commons.

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A Glimpse into American Politics

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ormer President Barack Obama and Sen. Elizabeth Warren made their endorsements for the Democratic presidential candidate, Joe Biden in mid-April. Warren justified her public support, saying, “It’s more important than ever that the next president restores Americans’ faith in good, effective government.”

his choice for a vice presidential running mate, he has shared that his conversations with former President Obama have encouraged him to select a leader who could serve as president, if necessary. Biden has also remained optimistic about welcoming the perspectives and ideals of traditional supporters of Sanders.

In response to the support of his fellow Demo“It is imperative that the Democratic leaders, cratic Party listens to the left and Biden symbolnot only assures them that the ized party uniparty understands the urgency ty by tweeting of issues like Medicare for All.” a picture of himself standing alongside his former contenders for the Democratic presidential nomination.

President Trump is the presumptive nominee for the Republican party, and according to USA Today, Trump’s last GOP opponent, former Gov. Bill Weld, exited the race on March 18.

In addition to gaining support from Obama and Warren, Biden received an endorsement from his last remaining Democratic contender Sen. Bernie Sanders. This action occurred following Sanders’ decision to withdraw from the race during the previous week.

“I believe that Joe Biden has a good chance at beating Donald Trump if and when the Democratic Party unites,” said Devon Bradley, a junior at George Washington University, who also serves as the vice president of the D.C. chapter of the College Democrats. “It is imperative that the Democratic Party listens to the left and not only assures them that the party understands the urgency of issues like Medicare for All.” Although Biden has not announced

“Trump wasn’t running against Weld; Weld was challenging Trump,” said Niambi Carter, Ph.D., associate professor in the Department of Political Science at Howard University. “The GOP’s winner-take-all rules meant he was only about to get a single delegate. He’s been out of contention for over a month now, but his campaign was over before it began.”

GALLUP reports that Trump’s job approval rating dropped from 49 percent to 46 percent. However, there are still supporters who remain confident in his chances of beating the former vice president.

“I think President Trump has a strong chance of beating Joe Biden. The incumbency effect is strong, especially during a crisis time. I’m not sure people will want great change right now,” said Dalton Nunamaker, a sophomore at Georgetown University, who serves as Chief of Staff of the Georgetown College Republicans. 

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Coronavirus Killed the Vibe 2020 Festival Cancellations

D ue to the coronavirus pandemic, the number of music festival cancellations

are steadily increasing. Coachella, Essence Festival, Lollapalooza, Broccoli City Festival and Rolling Loud are just a few of the plethora of festivals that have officially been cancelled or postponed.

Here are the updates on each of these festivals:

Ravyn Hardwick CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Coachella: Coachella, located in Indio, California, was originally scheduled for two consecutive weekends, April 10-12, followed

by April 17-19. It has now been postponed and scheduled to take place from October 9-11 and from October 16-18.

Refund requests can be made until June 1, 2020.

Essence Festival: Essence Festival, originally scheduled for July 1-5 in New Orleans, will be postponed to take place in 2021.

Essence will honor all tickets sold for the 2020 festival in 2021 and will also offer full refunds.

Atmosphere during Coachella 2014.

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Lollapalooza: Lollapalooza has not cancelled nor postponed its festival.

Broccoli City Festival: Broccoli City Festival has been postponed to October 4.

In a statement, Lollapalooza said, “We are looking forward to Lollapalooza 2020 and anticipating a great year in Grant Park. We are monitoring the situation and have been in conversations with our City partners throughout the year.

The festival is currently scheduled to take place July 31-August 2.”

Ticket-holders will still be able to attend the festival in October. Refund information will also be sent out to those who wish to receive one.

Rolling Loud: Rolling Loud, which was originally scheduled for May 8-10, has been rescheduled for February 12-14, 2021.

Tickets for the original dates will be honored for the rescheduled days in 2021. Refund information will be sent out to ticket-holders for those who request one.

These cancellations have left many ticket-holders upset and in compromising positions.

Daniel Gordon, who was supposed to attend Coachella in April, said, “I had a flight booked and car and housing accommodations set up and now I have to cancel everything. I am losing money because of this Coronavirus pandemic, and in the end I also won’t even be able to make it to Coachella for the new scheduled dates.”

Many ticket-holders understand that these cancellations are necessary as health and safety precautions, but are still frustrated. 

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Some other major events that have been affected by the pandemic include:

Coachella 2019.

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• Daytime Emmy Ceremony: Cancelled • Billboard Music Awards: Postponed with no new date released • The Met Gala: Postponed with no new date released • The iHeartRadio Music Awards: Postponed with no new date released • Dreamville Festival: Postponed to August 29, 2020 • Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards: Postponed with no new date released • TED 2020: The annual TED Conference will now either be held virtually or postponed until July 2020.

• Cannes Film Festival: Postponed until the end of June-beginning of July 2020 • Lovers and Friends Festival: Postponed until August 8, 2020

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On March 20, Tidal began the first of its “At Home with Tidal” series.

With 12-hour live streams, viewers were able to experience up-close and personal performances from their favorite artists. The genres included Latin, pop, electronic, hip hop and R&B. With individual days focusing on each genre, normal concert goers were able to tune in to see their favorite artists.

I was able to experience R&B’s day on Sunday, March 29. Not only did Tidal deliver with exclusive concert footage, but I was also able to watch some of my favorite artists perform like never before. From Rihanna to Ari Lennox to Trey Songz, I was genuinely entertained as if I was at a live concert.

Individual artists are also performing on social media via various streaming applications such as Instagram Live, Periscope and Zoom.

One of the largest musical Instagram events is the “Versuz” series.

The “Versuz” series, launched in early March, is a platform where two artists, producers or songwrit-

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ith people secluded in their homes, one of the most upsetting aspects of social distancing is the lack of entertainment and bonding opportunities available. COVID-19 has led to the cancellation of sporting events, festivals, performances and concerts. However, musicians, producers, record labels and media moguls are using social media and various streaming platforms to share concerts and performances from their homes.

ers join each other on Instagram Live to display their music library.

Jaquatte Williams STAFF WRITER

These musicians go toe-to-toe with songs they created. Through the comment section, the Instagram Live audience decides who has more hits.

In one of the largest “Versuz” series, Babyface and Teddy Riley faced off in a classic competition of their most popular hits. In a record-breaking fashion, their Instagram Live battle had over half a million viewers. Their Instagram battle literally broke the internet and Instagram’s platform.

As a music lover, the efforts of my favorite artists, producers and media moguls have brought me a different level of joy and peace at this time. I can’t wait to see what else is in store. 

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Facebook Reaches New ‘Horizons’

Facebook has started testing a virtual reality plat-

form to take social interaction to the next level. The new feature, Horizons, has been sent out to beta testers where users can build an environment and socialize with friends in a virtual reality universe. The social network shut down its previously existing virtual reality simulations, Facebook Spaces and Oculus Rooms, leaving space for Horizons.

The platform allows people to design their own avatars with various options to express individuality, virtually transport from place to place and experience a new world outside of their own.

The COVID-19 lockdown gives Facebook an opportunity to gain traction in the usage of their new development. Facebook sent out invitations in early March and people who choose to participate in the alpha would have to sign an NDA while the creators continue to work on the project. 

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MAVI LETS THE SUN TALK Nichelle Robinson Hernandez STAFF WRITER

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mavi Minder, known by his stage name, Mavi, exudes the freeness of black thought in his verses.

Beyond his studies in biology and psychology at Howard University, the 20-year-old rapper has created music to connect minds of all ages.

Mavi’s “Let the Sun Talk” album features 13 songs that explore his poetic truth about the struggle of the black experience. Digging deep for the formula to “Self Love,” Mavi blesses listeners with wise words and affirmations through his distinct rap style.

Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, Mavi says his musical influences

include Southern rappers Gucci Mane and Lil Wayne. Mavi appreciates innovation and knowledge in all things. From black people to black music, artistic preservation is important to Mavi.

His acknowledgement of hardships in the face of pro-blackness shine through insight on personal experiences.

A push for understanding and literary interpretation flow from songs like “Sense” from “Let the Sun Talk.” In this song, Mavi said: “What kinds of songs you make?

I make the kind you gotta read, Baby.”

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“The essence of style is really important to us, and it’s important universally,” he said. “How things happened is as important as what happened. And black people understand that as well as anybody.” Black people are familiar with revolution in hard times. Music and art healed and motivated broken spirits during slavery, Jim Crow and difficult times since then.

Black men and women everyday lose their lives to everything from police brutality to health conditions such as heart disease, cancer and COVID-19.

Mavi experienced his own health scare in July, when complications that he retained from surgery as a baby shut down his digestive system leading to hospitalization.

“It was like the most pain I’ve ever been in in my life, but I’m glad it was resolved,” he said. Later that month, he released “Bedrest.” The lyrics foreshadow growth and recovery. Mavi raps over a sample that repeats, “Roll up my window shade, and let the sun shine.”

Mavi’s album release in the fall was a pivotal moment in his rap career despite feelings of doubt. Awareness of his craft blossomed, catching the attention of media platforms such as The Fader, Pitchfork and OkayPlayer. Photo by Feranmi Quadri @cubedq Rapper Earl Sweatshirt noticed Mavi’s hustle. The two rappers went on to collabo- “I be trying to go into s--- with no fear, but it’s rate on “El Toro Combo Meal” for Sweatshirt’s definitely apprehension because it’s so much album, Feet of Clay. Mavi performed through- uncertainty,” he admitted. “With certainty in out the District of Columbia area, New York the sense that I know I’m going to give my and Massachusetts. Merchandise such as the best, 110%, for as long as I can give it for. But vinyl version of the album and “Let the Sun the uncertainty is in the fact that if I stop doing this s---, this s--- stops.”

Talk” hoodies sold out quickly.

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THE MIND OF MAVI MAINTAINING MORE THAN MUSIC

“Even the people who love me the most don’t know why," he said.

"The ultimate level of description is between the artist and the piece itself. So, I know it’s s--- about this piece that they would hate that they don’t even know to hate or parts of it that they would love that they don’t even know to love.

That’s how I threw the nervousness away as far as dropping the project.”

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Along with making music, Mavi plans to continue his studies at Howard University. He plans to become a neuroscientist. The influence of Omavi Minder is merely beginning.  101 CHANGEMAKERS & CREATIVES page 17

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Changemakers Creatives Destiny Hodges, 19 Caustic @ ____destiny____ Changemakers Environmental Justice Alabama the Mc Creatives Generation Green Changemakers Travis Flowers, 25 @chefboiflowaz Nutrition/Environmental Creatives Justice Montego Bay, Jamaica Changemakers Vegan YoutTube Channel and Cookbook Creatives Gyselle Garcia, 21 @1.almanegra Changemakers Maryland Cultural Advocacy, Creatives Anti-violence work in Colombia Changemakers Jaylin Paschal, 22 @jaylinpaschal Creatives Ohio Journalism/Music Changemakers Spotify Opening Act Pitch Winner Creatives Aiyana Ishmael, 20 @aiyanaish Changemakers Florida Journalism/Fashion Creatives Editor and Chief of Journey Magazine, contributing writer for Teen Vogue Changemakers Creatives Changemakers 101Magazine.net

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usic has always been a major part of life for Michael Burgess. Growing up in a household with a variety of genres ranging from hip hop and R&B to funk and rock, Burgess describes several of his family members as “musically inclined,” leading to his own budding interest in the art.

When creating his first track, Burgess found himself looking back at the moment with amusement, saying, “It’s funny to me because I didn’t know what I was doing; I just hit the record button and started rapping. The quality was bad but it was fun.”

Now, Burgess, 20, attending Coastal Carolina University in South Carolina, goes by another persona—Caustic the MC.

“The name comes from the word ‘caustic’ which means something highly flammable or acidic,” and then ‘the MC’ because I can actually rap.”

Caustic’s latest project, Teenagers Vol. 2, includes 9

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tracks and grapples with the themes of love, heartbreak and emotion. “This project is very important to me because it’s me being honest with myself more than anything else, and also being more vulnerable than I ever have been as an artist.”

Some of his most popular tracks include 70s, with over 245,000 streams on Spotify, and the music video for the song No Time 4 Games which reached over 11,000 views on YouTube in just seven months.

Some of his more memorable moments include a spontaneous freestyle for rapper Blueface and opening up a concert for Memphis rapper NLE Choppa.

“I separate myself as an artist by being skilled and being myself. There aren’t many artists that you can compare me to,” said Caustic.

“I prefer to push myself and come up with sounds and flows that haven’t been heard before.” 

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Amber Williams: The Student Athlete Monét Bowen CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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hrough excelling in the classroom as a biology major and dominating as a track star, Amber Williams sets the bar for student-athletes at the college level. A sophomore at Johnson C. Smith University, Williams knew that she had to find a school that best suits both her academic and athletic dreams.

“One thing I like about the school is how professors put an emphasis on learning andmastering and masteringnew newmaterial,” material,”she shesaid. said.

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During her indoor track season, Williams “recently began competing in the heptathlon and jumping events like long jump and triple jump.” She competes in those same jumps and occasionally short sprints during the outdoor season.

After college, Williams has aspirations to become an anesthesiologist assistant.

During the summer of 2016, she had the opportunity to work alongside practicing anesthesiologists and shadow professionals in the medical field. “Every time I was able to intern with anesthesiologists or an anesthesiologist assistant, I felt myself really enjoying the possibilities it laid for me.”

Williams’ hard work and dedication have always been defining traits of her steadfastcharacter along with her amazing athletic ability. 

Changemakers Creatives Nasir, 19 Kemi Karim, 21 @atlsiri @kemikarimm Designer Photography Changemakers Atlanta, Georgia Brooklyn, New York Creatives Changemakers Creatives Changemakers Creatives Changemakers Ben Creatives Levin Changemakers Creatives Changemakers Creatives Changemakers Creatives Changemakers Creatives Changemakers 101Magazine.net

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s a 20-year-old history student at the University of Cincinnati, musician Ben Levin has made a name for himself in the blues world both at home and overseas, capturing the attention of many through his soulful act and love for the older genre.

Levin’s introduction to blues came at the age of 6 when he watched Ray, the biopic about R&B musician, Ray Charles. Taking lessons under teacher Ricky Nye, who specializes in blues and boogie, Levin developed a heightened love for blues and R&B from the mid-’40s.

He began playing piano in his dad’s band, The Heaters, and at age 13, had his first major gig performing for the Cincy Blues Fest.

With these opportunities came the challenge of learning how to become comfortable in front of an audience.

“You know, it’s [blues] from the deepest part of your heart and your soul. And so you have to be vulnerable, but at the same time, strong,” explained Levin.

“And when I was younger, I was very bashful and shy about it.”

As time went on, Levin gained more confidence in being on stage. He’s now able to show a different side of himself to the audience, exhibiting leadership, comedy and even charm.

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At age 17, after learning he would travel to France for his first performance overseas, Levin released his first album, Ben’s Blues. The album featured 12 songs consisting of four originals and eight covers from many of his musical inspirations such as Professor Longhair, Big Maceo and John Lee Hooker.

He performed at various festivals in Europe in 2018 and the following year, Levin released his second album, Before Me, which debuted in several radio-based music charts around the world.

With dreams beyond music, Levin plans to take after his father and grandfather by one day becoming a professor, while continuing on with his career in blues.  page 21

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Anexis Ruiz, 21 A.K.A. Anexis @anexis_ DJ New York, New York

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ilmmaker Ajani Amiri Thomas has always been in love with mythology. This passion inspired him to create and produce martial art fantasies in high school. “I have been writing stories forever,” he said, “and I haven’t gotten tired of it yet.”

Known professionally as Ajani Amiri, he just graduated from Howard Univerity with a bachelor’s degree in television and film, and a minor in African studies. He describes his tenure at Howard as watching “Ousmane Sembene movies and reading Toni Morrison for the last four years.”

During that time, the D.C. Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment (OCTFME) recognized him as the August 2018 Filmmaker of the Month. As one of the first students it has honored, OCTFME described Amiri as “bold, motivated … and unafraid to tackle true stories that challenge viewers both stylistically and spiritually.”

Amiri also received a prestigious Princess Grace Award in 2019.

He has directed “Crispus,” a film inspired by Kalief Browder, who committed suicide after spending two years in solitary, as well as Mavi’s “Moonfire” music video.

A founding member of The Sesh Art

Collective, Amiri hopes that he “can make something shake in 2020 if the quarantine gods let me.”

A happy medium between epic noir sci-fi and arthouse minimalism is what Amiri describes as his favorite content. “If anyone has separately mastered those worlds, it is Steve McQueen and Denis Villeneuve,” which is why he can’t pick just one of them to be his biggest inspiration. “If they meshed together into one guy,” that would be his dude.

Amiri’s ultimate career goal is to start the next great, global animation studio. “All the fastest-growing economies are going to be in Africa by 2050,” he said. “I really want to be a part of that. I just hope my scripts don’t take 30 years to get off the ground.”

He wants to have an impact on people by telling his stories like a griot.

“African mythology is so rich, and film as a medium is just the next level of preserving our ancestors and ancient traditions.” Films such as “Black Panther” were a great start, he said, but he just wants “to keep the renaissance’s wheel turning, so it doesn’t run me over first.”

To keep up with Ajani and his work, you can follow him on Instagram @studioamiri and Twitter @ajaniamiri. 

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n her junior year at Rochester Institute of Technology, Morgan Barron has developed into an innovative leader in her community, through her work with Keep Rochester Beautiful and Rochester’s Department of Environmental Services.

Barron’s grandmother raised 10 children and emphasized the importance of education.

She referenced a time when her

Xerox Invention Convention.

Keep Rochester Beautiful is part of a national initiative known as Keep America Beautiful – a nonprofit that advocates for community improvement. In her role, Barron mobilizes volunteers to perform initiatives, such as reducing the level of litter in the city, managing solid waste, recycling and planting.

In the fourth grade, Barron teamed up with her best friend, Nialah Owens, to create an invention known as the Doorbell Mat – a mat that assisted handicapped individuals with alerting members inside a house. The mat would trigger a sound when it was rolled over. Not only did they place first in the convention, their competition against another inventor in the state of New York nearly afforded them an opportunity to be guests on the Martha Stewart Show. This moment in her life reassured her that she can do anything she puts her mind to.

Barron credits her success with the values of faith, self-sufficiency and education that were instilled in her by her mother and grandmother. Growing up, she gained her first sense of leadership from observing her single mother and acknowledges that her mother’s strength and work ethic were indelible upon her.

Barron holds an Associate’s Degree from Monroe Community College and aspires to acquire a Master of Arts to compliment her passion for communications and history.

Barron is also interested in attending law school and moving out of her hometown of Rochester, New York, to work on Capitol Hill or in another aspect of government. 

grandmother graduated from high school with her second oldest child. Barron used motivations such as these to participate in opportunities including the

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LIBERATING THE ODDBALL: Ifeanyi Elswith CELEBRATES COMPLEX IDENTITIES THROUGH SONG

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hen it comes to Ifeanyi Elswith’s sound and cadence, no comparison does justice. From hip hop to reggae to jazz, the Chicago native shamelessly combines a plethora of genres. And like the 22-year-old rapper/singer’s music, she identifies with many complex communities-- with even more complex histories.

“My music is very inspirational and spiritual. No matter what sound I’m giving you, there’s an intention there. I just want to communicate with my people: the Caribbean, indigenous, Latino and black,” Elswith said.

A first-generation American born to a Belizean father and Garifuna mother, Ifeanyi, nicknamed “Ife,” used to feel like her identity made her an oddball. There were no people like her in the media.

She then succumbed to her passion, expressed through music. “I am many things. I rep these cultures because I want to create that community for myself through my music.”

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Her rich ties to Garifuna culture is largely the source of Ifeanyi’s inspiration. But

like many Indigenous communities, the Garifuna are not recognized as a people by the Honduran government, and subsequently, society.

These Afro-Caribbean people, exiled by British troops in the 18th century, grew to be the third-largest minority in Honduras and a significant part of the African diaspora in the United States. Still, there is nobody to represent them in popular culture. Elswith wants to be that voice.

Despite not finding role models that match her complicated ethnic background, many of her musical inspirations were too, at one point, the oddballs.

Selena Quintanilla was a pioneer for Tejas culture as she incorporated indigenous, Spanish, Mexican and Anglo-Texan cultures into her music. Charlie XCX, an English singer born to a Ugandan-Indian immigrant mother, set the stage for representing the uniqueness of being first-generation. And as theatrical as her antics can be, Nicki Minaj opened the door for female rappers to be seen and heard.

While it’s clear that womanhood and heritage are central to Elwith’s artistry, her vision is largely influenced by her experience in performing arts. “I’m a theatre geek, an artist but also very animated,” she said in the recollection of her musical training at Senn High School, a fine arts institution on Chicago’s Northside.

“I chose to rap because that’s my stage.

That’s the place where I fit in.” 

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oel Odom was beckoned by his calling while working from his home in Charlotte, North Carolina, late last summer. Something was nudging him towards fulfilling his longtime dream of running for mayor, so he visited the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections to review the guidelines.

At first, the 20-year-old hopeful thought he would not be able to campaign due to an age mandate of 21 years. Fortunately for him, he turned 21 one month before the general election day and was eligible.

Odom ran for mayor of Charlotte under the slogan “Bridge the Gap” and listed his charges for change as High Five Issues. Positioned at the cusp, Odom was the youngest candidate. Within his age cohort, he was joined by Joshua Richardson, 21, and Gabe Cartagena, 21.

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Ajmera, Councilman James Mitchell, Councilman Braxton Winston and Mayor Vi Lyles.

Odom has always been an active member of Charlotte’s community. His roles include being a CMPD Explorer, Eagle Scout, Washington Heights Community board member and a former Generation Nation youth representative.

Although he lost his mayoral race, with the experience now under his belt, and an acquired knowledgeable network, Odom says if he decides to run again, it would be before he turns 26, with a few adjustments, such as introducing himself a year in advance and networking to raise funds for his campaign. 

A junior studying political science at Queens University, Odom recalls facing ageism from people who thought he was inadequate, yet were unaware of the extent of his involvement in politics and government.

“Being young is a great asset but you have to be involved prior too,” he said.

He has been, and continues to be, thoroughly involved in the local political realm and has handson experience working on campaigns for Councilwoman Dimple

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hrough the lens of his Canon EOS Rebel X, photographer John Malik Moore is set to show the world his vision.

The passion for photography arose after taking a class in his junior year of high school. Immediately struck by the craft, Moore quickly cleared off his Instagram page and decided to dedicate it to photography, where his brand “John Malik” came to fruition.

Unlike many other photographers, Moore prefers to shoot film rather than digital. “I like the aesthetic it captures and that feeling. You can’t get that same feeling with digital.”

Once Moore graduated high school he decided to major in photography. However, he quickly realized he had no reason to major in something he was already more than capable of doing. After his first year as a photography major, he made the switch to business administration.

Although Moore is a college student, he still makes sure to create time for photography.

Photography is special to Moore, not only because of his love for it but because of how he’s able to relate to the camera. Through the craft, he has photographed celebrities such as Playboi Carti and Lil Yachty and even came close to meeting his favorite photographer Gunner Stahl.

“I can connect with photography.

I’m the quiet type; I’m usually in the background of everything, like a fly on the wall. I observe everything around me; I feel like I relate to the camera in that way and I really love that.” 

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ven as a child Jordyn Bowen had a keen eye for art. She used to travel with her pens, pencils, crayons and markers, using them to draw and write detailed notes for class assignments. That practice helped her develop an artistic eye.

Now, the 20-year-old sophomore fine arts major with a concentration in painting, drawing and printmaking and a minor in art history is so serious about her work that she selected the University of North Florida in Jacksonville for its arts curriculum. “They’re all really talented, well-versed and have made reputable names for themselves in the art community,” she said. “They are so helpful and want to see all of their students succeed, which is nice because art majors don’t get taken seriously.”

While art is her primary interest, Bowen says her other interests include journalism, music and film.

In film, she finds inspiration in the work of Barry Jenkins, the director of the Oscar Award-winning film, “Moonlight.”

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“I love how successfully and beautifully the story of a black experience was told. Barry Jenkins really made a place for black people in a white-dominant world,” she said.

For Bowen, art is a symbol of how she can navigate through life so she pursues it forcefully and with passion.

Her goal is to earn a master’s in fine art and to one day become an art director. But inthe meantime, she just enjoys using her creativity to explore her craft. 

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the midst of my suffering and gave me new life in Him.” He began repenting, listening to podcasts and reading scripture. He also joined Campus Outreach, a Christian ministry on the Howard University campus that “exists to know Christ and to make Christ known.”

To Woods, Christians should be “the aroma of Christ.” Woods and the rest of the Campus Outreach staff would spend a day once a month in what’s called “a day of prayer,” where they would fast for that day and pray for the campus, students, their churches, one another and themselves.

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efore committing himself to Christ, Alex Woods told the Lord, “I want to serve you, but let me enjoy these years.”

Woods began pursuing parties and in his sophomore year of college, he began smoking more than usual. He fell into a deep depression, dealing with anxiety and suicidal thoughts. During that time, Woods began thinking, “the life that I chose apart from God is nothing compared to serving Him.” Woods’ parents helped him through his rough time by sending him verses but ultimately, he struggled. He said, “I would say honestly, in that semester, Christ came down to the pit of my sin, in

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Woods would spend time during the week meeting with students on campus, checking on their welfare and spiritual life.

Woods, who did not initially seek to be on Campus Outreach staff, worked to eliminate as many barriers as possible, such as “trying to be the perfect student, nominal Christianity, relativism and sin,” so that people are receptive to the gospel.

A 2017 graduate of Howard University, Woods is now attending Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He eventually sees himself joining a pastoral staff, perhaps as the main pastor, but he would like to do biblical counseling on the staff to care for the flock where he is present. 

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his past season, University of Arkansas guard Mason Jones experienced a historic year where he was the only player in the Southeastern Conference (SEC) to lead his team in points, rebounds, assists and steals.

year. With only one season to play on the varsity level, Jones played travel ball in the summer to be recruited by colleges. He picked up interest from several universities but in the end, no one offered him a full scholarship.

A native of Dallas, Texas, Jones grew up around basketball but his journey in the sport has taken twists and turns. When Jones was in middle school, coaches and players throughout the Dallas metroplex were familiar with the Jones family, which includes his older siblings Matt and Jordan, who also play basketball.

Jones decided to take an unconventional route by attending Link Year Prep for a year and then Connors State College, a junior college in Oklahoma. Jones’ goal was to play one season at Connors State then transfer to a Division 1 program. Jones kept God first and worked hard the entire season to accomplish his goal.

As a freshman in high school, Jones began to grow and gain weight.

Consequently, he lost his quickness and agile ability and people began to count him out. His older brother and sister had gone off to play college basketball at Duke University and Texas A&M University, respectively. For the first time, Jones was alone.

He averaged 15.9 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.5 assists, earning offers from a slew of programs, eventually committing to the University of Arkansas.

He attended Desoto High School the first two years then transferred to Triple A Academy for his junior and senior seasons. Due to the strict transfer rules in Texas, Jones couldn’t play varsity until his senior

“I really didn’t think I would be doing all of this at Arkansas. It’s just crazy how God works.”

In his second season at Arkansas, Jones earned All-SEC honors, averaging 22 points, 5.5 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game.

Jones has since declared for the upcoming NBA draft. 

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“I want my legacy to echo the following words: Always have grace through adversity, remain regal and real, know your self-worth and demand it from others, find beauty in the brokenness, walk boldly in your purpose, inspiring others to do the same authentically and work hard, be your best and serve others.”

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or senior mass communications major, Taylor Walker, the journey to Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) began more than two years before her first class at the university.

“As a sophomore in high school, I was invited to sing a musical selection at the Miss and Mister Alumni Tea. After singing at the tea, the then Chancellor’s wife put me in contact with the university choir director. Soon thereafter, I auditioned for the choir and received a scholarship and distinguished invitation to become a member of the Honors Women’s Ensemble.”

Although she is no longer a member of the choir, Winston-Salem has granted her various opportunities, helped her grow and provided her with the motto, ‘Enter to Learn-Depart to Serve.’

During her time at WSSU, the 21-year-old has embodied the university motto by being an active student leader for her four years. She also had the opportunity to sing with the Grammy-nominated WSSU Singing Rams and Burke singers as a scholarship member, worked as a freshman orientation leader for three years earning the title of the lead legacy leader during her senior year, served as SGA Attorney General and represented her university on the College Advisory Board for the City Council of Winston-Salem.

Additionally, she earned a litany of pageant titles including Miss Black & Gold for Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. and 80th Miss Winston-Salem State University during the 2019-2020 academic year.

“I want my legacy to echo the following words: always have grace through adversity, remain regal and real, know your self-worth and demand it from others, find beauty in the brokenness, walk boldly in your purpose, inspiring others to do the same authentically and work hard, be your best and serve others.” 

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ndependent artist Ramsey Lewis IV proudly writes and distributes most of his songs. Known professionally as Ramsey, he released his first project, “Lost in Paradise,” at 17 and has continued to grow his discography to include several singles and two EPs, “About a Girl” and “My Father’s Keeper.”

“Being independent, it’s hard; it’s a struggle,” says the 24-year-old, who grew up in Los Angeles. “You gotta keep pushing even if you’re not getting billions of views. You gotta still believe that you’re doing what you want to do, and if you love it, it’s a little easier to sleep at night.”

As the grandson of jazz musician Ramsey Lewis and the mentee of Smokey Robinson, Ramsey receives a lot of support in the music industry as he creates his path. Producer Cássio directed and edited his music video for “Sleepless.” His second EP was a tribute to his father, Kevyn Lewis, a musician, producer and Death Row manager, who died when Ramsey was 19.

Ramsey also cites Drake, The Weekend and Lenny Kravitz as musical influences, but he has his own style. “It’s about staying consistent and staying true to yourself.” 

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s colleges around the nation Abriana Luke-Scales moved to online instruction, the STAFF WRITER transition home has been an emotional rollercoaster for many students.

Since access to the internet is proving to be a necessity instead of a Thoughts about unstable internet, privilege, Charter Communicaa lack of help transporting be- tions is offering free Spectrum Inlongings off-campus and not hav- ternet and WiFi access for 60 days ing the funds to return home are to households with K-12 and colcommon and legitimate reasons to lege students as well as educators. cause angst. Often, these feelings Xfinity is also providing 60 days of can get in the way of excelling in complimentary Internet service to school. new customers from low-income families.

While the disruption of life has resulted in negative consequenc- Adobe is providing higher educaes, many companies have made a tion institutional customers access commitment to give back to stu- to Adobe Creative Cloud apps dents affected by the virus. while at home for no additional cost. They are also offering free U-Haul is offering 30 days of free 90-day access to Adobe Connect, self-storage to new customers with which allows users to join virtual valid student identification. classrooms.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car wanted to make it easier for college students to get back home to their families, so they reduced the age minimum to 18 and waived the young renter’s fee for car rentals through May 31.

As we continue to do our part by staying home, it is optimistic to see companies give back to students.

Being a college student has a lot of additional stress attached to it and we applaud companies stepping up during these times. ď Ž

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To help battle the anxiety surrounding COVID-19, United Healthcare has implemented a 24hour telemedicine service under student resources that allows users to speak with licensed counselors or doctors at any time.

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midst the coronavirus outbreak, food delivery companies have instituted new delivery options. Companies such as Postmates and Instacart, have decided to help their customers remain clear of infection by implementing a new contact-free option, while Doordash is in the process of providing a new policy to keep the community safe. Although Ubereats and Grubhub have yet to announce any new delivery options, customers can write specific instructions on how and where they want their food delivered.

workers.

“What if the customer doesn’t choose the new drop-off option?

That still puts me or the customer at risk if either of us is carrying the virus. I appreciate Postmates for their effort, but I think it should not be an option, but mandatory instead.”

Postmates delivery driver, Shayna Bascombe, said that she is fortunate that Postmates is concerned with the well-being of its customers but believes the company needs to focus more efforts toward

Consumers forced to stay home due to the rapid movement of the virus, still need to eat and will choose to have their food delivered rather than leaving their home. 

According to an article in Market Watch, if the virus continues to spread this will cause a surge in food delivery apps being downloaded as people try to avoid the infection.

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Where's the bass?

If you talk to oldschool music lovers today, they all have the same lament: Where’s the bass?

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one from the charts are hot-buttered soul singer Isaac Hayes or love balladeers Barry White and Teddy Pendergrass, new jack singer Johnny Gill or even R&B crooner Jaheim Hoagland. Today it’s harder to hear that low, sexy growl or booming bass. The last decade has produced only two popular male R&B singers who sing at lower registers, Ty Dolla $ign and Khalid. Unique voices are also rare these days.

How could R&B come to lack the vocal diversity that once made it great?

Who stole the bass from R&B? Rolling Stone recently claimed that R&B appreciated more fine gradations of the human voice than any other genre. Toni Braxton told the

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magazine that deeper voices favor ballads, which “are more mid tempo” and have “long climbs, heaving climaxes and reward vocal gravitas.”

Legendary R&B baritone Jeffrey Osborne, formerly of the 1970s band LTD, says those deep voices may have disappeared because of hiphop’s increased popularity. “Young males are more into rap than they are singing, and no one is taking time to develop styles.” Osborne said this is evident even in his annual singing competition Hand Me the Mic, which has yet to have one male contestant.

“There’s so many people that sound alike today. I have problems distinguishing them. I hear so many things that they’re doing to aid their vocals.

There’s so much going on with Auto-Tune; you can’t really tell whether someone is really singing in tune or is it the aid of Auto-Tune.”

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you how many real male vocalists I’ve heard, especially that are baritones. Everyone wants to sing up in the air and be a first tenor. It’s kind of sad, it’s kind of fading and I hate to see it.”

Some music aficionados believe that R&B soul singers are victims of changing musical styles and changing technology. For example, Rolling Stone’s Elias Leight said that R&B faded away as record companies and radio stations stampeded to more cost-effective hip-hop groups, which have more sway on younger audiences, and are less expensive to produce with the use of Auto-Tune instead of voice coaches.

Producer, DJ and former Sirius XM radio producer Kyle Murdock said, “It takes a lot less nowadays to create a hip-hop song than a rock song.

If you’re really trying to do an oldschool rock song with a band and recording, there’s a lot more

101Magazine.net involved than buying an app on my iPhone and making some 808s, drums and finger snaps and a little catchy melody.” He said lower cost and faster speed of production may have factored into record companies deciding to push more hip-hop or hip-hop influenced acts, which has contributed to hip-hop becoming the most popular genre in the world, with “seven of the top 10 most-consumed coming from that genre,” according to Nielsen’s 2017 U.S. Music Year End Report.

Auto-Tune and improved editing software also played a part in helping rappers with lower register singing voices sound more pleasing. And it has allowed artists with scant singing ability to be able to carry enough tune for at least a chorus.

like Marvin Gaye; I could sing like Donny Hathaway; I was heavily influenced but I made the point to stop listening and develop my own style.”

“Today it seems that everybody tries to copy the hottest thing out.”

A team at Vox that conducted research about the abundant use of falsetto in pop music found that in the late ‘80s to early ‘90s lower vocal registers became more popular. They assume that this was due to hip-hop’s rise in popularity. Vox also found that regardless of vocal

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there were more. Webb believes that there is still a place for deep voices.

“People love those deep voices,” he said. “To my knowledge there seems to be a lack of those voices and I’m pretty sure that they would be welcome because they’re different.”

Grammy-nominated singer Carolyn Malachi also says that there is still a place for lower register singers but they'll have to find a way to get people to listen.

"Over time, hip-hop has become more melodic, but many rappers still aren’t strong singers so they can only go so far. Some singers have been influenced by other artists, or have been urged to adopt this style in pursuit of more mainstream success, giving them little reason to develop “The approach (to today’s R&B) has shifted to protheir voices." cessed and computerized sounds rather than an artist’s vocal chops. That doesn’t mean it has lost its soul, but it has morphed into a crossbreed of genres, one that has allowed space for artists considered “hip-hop” to indulge in their singing dreams,” singer and DJ Booth contributor Adrian Daniel said.

Over time, hip-hop has become more melodic, but many rappers still aren’t strong singers so they can only go so far. Some singers have been influenced by other artists or have been urged to adopt this style in pursuit of more mainstream success, giving them little reason to develop their voices.

Osborne said it’s important for artists to develop their own voice, something he reminisces about doing himself. “In my era, you kind of recognized everyone as soon as they opened their mouth,” he said.

“At a young age I was able to sing

register, if a song has falsetto it will chart higher. This may discourage labels to “take a risk” on lower-register singers like a Jaheim who rarely if ever try to sing in falsetto.

Similarly, an article in Vibe Magazine focused on the forgotten voices of ‘80s R&B, a more ballad-friendly decade that had more “sangers” than the heavily hip-hop influenced decade to come. New Jack Swing would play a big part in the influence of hip-hop on R&B, which lent itself to more up-tempo dance songs than ballads that allowed singers of lower registers to shine. K-Ci of Jodeci, Aaron Hall of Guy and Johnny Gill of New Edition all flourished under it.

Even Michael Jackson embraced it.

Although R&B fan Dimitrius Webb says that the genre has a variety of sounds and voices, he thinks that many of the current performers aren’t great singers and wishes that

"I think there's definitely a place. I think once you delve into the music industry and you learn like how it works, like how a person can go from just having a song in their head to finding a beat producing it and making that a viral hit. I think once you understand what the resources are behind that, then you start to understand it's kind of about the voice, but it's also about what it takes to take a person who is an artist and put them onto a platform that will allow them to excel and to drive the message out there."

Webb and Osborne agree that a combination of industry and fan trends have caused the loss of those power voices. But has the audience for that voice moved on? Osborne and Webb say that the fan base for deep voices may have adjusted to the latest trend.

“The fans are what’s pushing what’s popular and the industry is recognizing that,” Webb said, “and the industry is pushing out more of it.”

Osborne agreed. “The industry allows it to happen but it’s on the fans for accepting it. The industry is going to put it out because that’s what’s selling, so you almost can’t fault them.” 

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areers in science, technolo- often feel disappointed and dis- about your gender identity when gy, engineering and math (STEM) placed on campus, citing a lack doing computations’ is very prevhave long been inaccessible for of acknowledgment by Howard’s alent.” minority groups. Women, people administration. oSTEM members of color and queer individuals have also say that some professors in oStem has cultivated welcoming felt the brunt of exclusionary prac- the College of Engineering and spaces for queer students. Their tices. But when the intersection of Architecture do not know how to active presence on social media all of these identities meet highlights queer history, black, queer and femme, “Professors feel that because important events happenwhat resources are there to we are in a field that is mainly ing on a global stage, as cater to their needs? about numbers and data that well as on the very steps of the university. The creyou don’t have to focus on the oSTEM or Out in STEM is a ation of hashtags like professional organization people who are creating the #GaysGoToWerk gives that encourages students visibility to queer indialgorithms and operations,” to achieve success in a viduals in the workplace safe and supportive environment interact appropriately with LGBTQ along with clothing drives to dothat celebrates their diversity and students. nate for Transgender Day of Reunique contributions. Five relentmembrance. oSTEM is steadily less students — Dean Esan, Alex- “Professors feel that because we becoming one of Howard’s staple ander Asemota, Sydney Stephens, are in a field that is mainly about queer-identifying organizations.

Jasmine Cameron and Alonté Cuf- numbers and data that you don’t fee — chartered the first oSTEM have to focus on the people who Cameron said, “We as a black comchapter at Howard University in are creating the algorithms and munity have to continue to strive the fall of 2018. It is the first chap- operations,” oSTEM President An- for better so that the people that ter at any HBCU. dre Vincent said. “There is color- come after us are pipelined into blindness of the queer community. rooms where they are welcomed Resoundingly, queer students The notion of ‘I don’t have to think and bolstered.” 

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“WHAT’S YOUR SIGN?” How Astrology Turns Students into Stargazers Maya King CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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strology is seeing not just a rebirth, but a revolution. With the help of popular Twitter astrologers, college-aged stargazers have instant access to their daily horoscopes.

derstand herself on a deeper level.

Now, she has taken a step back from the cosmos, because she feels it has interfered with her own deeper spiritual beliefs.

Known as both an art and a science, astrology is the study of the movement of the stars andthe effects of those movements on human life. Split into 12 signs that symbolize the 12 months of the year, this practice has existed for centuries, dating back to 1000 B.C.

For some astrologers, a common sentiment is that reading too far into the stars can be a way of playing God.

Its influence has waxed and waned in popular culture over the last few decades, but today a majority of people are familiar with astrology. According to one study, 90 percent of adults are at least aware of their zodiac sign.

“I think the recognition of a greater power outside of our control is where the curiosity starts,” said Howard University student, Brooks Charis.

“Then people get more into wanting to learn about who they are, what they’re on earth for—and some clarity comes from zodiacs.”

Charis’ love of astrology began in high school, out of the desire to un-

Christian Ellis has been studying astrology and the zodiac for a few months. Doing so has helped guide him throughout his matriculation at Howard, but has also required an element of caution.

“Astrology, being very ancient and diverse, has a lot of layers, so it’s hard for anyone to be as educated as they might think they are,” Ellis said.

As long as there are stars in the sky, plenty of people will try to find the meaning in them. For this reason, astrology remains popular, especially among college students.

But is it a cultural shift or desire t know what happens next? For Charis, “Future telling is all we want as college students because we work so hard toward an uncertain future.” 

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ith the new wave of up and coming athletes, we will take a look at some of the future stars in sports.

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Joe Burrow Chase Young Jeff Okudah Trevor Lawrence Justin Fields

Wander Franco Jo Adell Luis Robert Adley Rutschman Spencer Torkelson

Lamelo Ball James Wiseman Anthony Edwards Emoni Bates Jalen Green

Joe Burrow, Chase Young and Jeff Okudah were the first three names selected in the 2020 NFL Draft after productive college careers. In his Heisman winning senior season, Burrow led LSU to an undefeated 15-0 record and a College Football National Championship victory.

Given the structure of MLB, many of the league’s top prospects were drafted or signed a few years ago and are matriculating through the minor league system. Tampa Bay Rays shortstop prospect, Wander Franco, is quickly moving up the ladder and at 19-years-old, he is ranked the league’s top prospect.

Still in college, Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence and Ohio State quarterback Justin Field are likely to be highly anticipated picks in the 2021 NFL Draft. Lawrence led his team to the National Championship in his freshman season and Fields was a finalist for the Heisman Award this past year.

Unlike the other players on the list, Arizona State first baseman Spencer Torkelson has yet to play in the minor leagues. Projected as the first overall pick in the upcoming MLB Draft, Torkenson batted .337 with 54 home runs and 130 RBIs in just 129 college games.

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Lamelo Ball, James Wisman and Anthony Edwards are projected as early selections in the upcoming NBA Draft. Of the three, Ball has the most notoriety, given his family’s fame and his unconventional track to the NBA, which has included homeschooling and stints in Lithuania and Australia.

Emoni Bates is considered by many, the best high school basketball player after becoming the first sophomore to win the Gatorade National Player of the Year. Jalen Green will be eligible for the NBA Draft in 2021 and will spend next season in the NBA’s G-League.

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MLB Playoff Changes I

n his latest attempt to return Major League Baseball to prominence as ‘the national pastime,’ the league’s commissioner, Rob Manfred, introduced potential changes to its playoff format. In a proposal announced in February, the playoffs would expand from five teams to seven teams in both the American and National Leagues.

In the current format, the best team in each of the three divisions in each league is guaranteed a playoff spot. The next two best teams play in a one-game wildcard playoff to advance to the League Division Series.

With the proposed changes, the

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top teams from each division will be in the playoffs, along with the next four best teams. All seven teams will be ranked by record, and the team with the best record will be given a bye in the first round of the playoffs.

The remaining teams will face off, but with a reality game showtype twist. The team with the second-best record will choose its opponent among the teams ranked 5-7. Next, the third-ranked team will make its selection, followed by the number four team.

In this round of the playoffs, the teams will battle in a three-game series in the home ballpark of the

team with the better record. Following this series, the rest of the playoff model follows the current format. The League Division Series will remain a best-of-five series, and the subsequent League Championship Series and World Series will be best-of-seven game sets.

If implemented, the playoff changes will begin as soon as 2022.

The playoff changes, which many players publicly opposed, are not set in stone. Manfred’s proposal will have to be agreed upon in the league’s collective bargaining agreement which includes the MLB Players Association. 

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NFL Playoff Changes

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n March 15, players in the NFL voted to approve the new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The agreement, which narrowly passed with a vote of 1,019 to 959, quelled the growing labor dispute between players and owners, for at least the next decade.

This newly inked deal made serious changes to the structure and history of the league, with two new playoff teams added in the upcoming season and with an extra game added potentially as soon as the 2021 season.

While the additional playoff teams and regular-season games are some of the major points of the agreement, the CBA will also govern over contract negotiation and new rule changes until 2030, when the next agreement is set to be voted on.

With such a close vote, it is clear that there were differences in opinion among players. Many of the younger players voted for the agreement because of the increased money resulting from the additional game.

Older players saw the CBA as a ploy to keep players under ‘owner-friendly’ rules for an additional decade.

“The Pouncey twins vote no!” said Pittsburgh Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey passionately, in a video posted to his Instagram account in the week before the vote.

“And if any player on any one of our teams, if y’all are hurting for rent money or anything else while we’re going through this lock-out, call us,” he continued.

Prior to the agreement, Russell Wilson, the Seattle Seahawks quarterback and current highest-paid player in the NFL, also took to social media. He tweeted, “The NBA and the MLB are doing it right. Players come first. ALL NFL players deserve the same. WE should not rush the next 10 YEARS for Today’s satisfaction. I VOTE NO.” 

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Players explore a new medium to replace their cancelled seasons Tia Humphries STAFF WRITER

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arch 11 marked a major turning point for the sports world within the United States. As players for the Utah Jazz took thecourt preparing for tip-off against the Oklahoma City Thunder, whispers rang through the arena. Shortly after, news broke that Jazz center Rudy Gobert tested positive for COVID-19.

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Due to the high risk of other players getting infected, the league jumped to immediate action, canceling the game and suspending the season for all 30 teams.

Initiated by the NBA, the domino effect of canceling play quickly followed throughout sports organizations.

The highly anticipated 2020 Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo have been pushed back to July 2021, Major League Baseball has delayed its Opening Day and has proposed moving its games to a central location and the National Hockey League has suspended the remainder of its season.

Sports fans mourn the loss of play; in due time, howev-

er, games will return one day bigger and better than ever.

The most comforting part during all of this confusion is knowing athletes miss their fans just as much as fans miss seeing their favorite players perform.

NBA stars such as Stephen Curry and LeBron James have turned to social media outlets, including TikTok to occupy their time and entertain their fans. Fans get to see a different side of their favorite players, including their family dynamics, sense of humor and creativity.

James, and his wife Savannah, started a mini-series called the Quarantine Tiktok Chronicles, as a family staple, where their daughter Zhuri and sons, Bronny and Bryce, steal the show every time.

The NBA has also begun using its own TikTok profile to create funny memes from moments during the season and to feature how other players are spending their quarantine. During a time that is challenging for everyone, it’s encouraging to see the shared optimism through social media. ď Ž

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fter playing just half of the scheduled 10 matches in its inaugural season, XFL owner, Vince McMahon, filed for bankruptcy on April 13 and fired the league’s commissioner, Oliver Luck. Luck promptly sued McMahon three days later.

To say the XFL was hit hard by the COVID-19 outbreak would be an understatement. Just a month after the NBA suspended its season, the XFL announced that its league was for sale.

This came a few days after the president announced all employees would be terminated and all operations would be canceled.

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Although the league will not return for another season in 2021, even before the outbreak, the success of the first season would have heavily weighed on the decision to have players, coaches and staff to return for a second year. This was the second iteration of McMahon’s dream for another pro football league, the first also terminated after one season in 2001.

In the first few games played across the nation in mid-February, the general response from NFL players and sports fans was positive. Spectators enjoyed the in-game interviews, differences in scoring opportunities and flashes of true skill from players.

Despite the season-ending before awards, such as the first MVP of the league and the first league champion being crowned, some players got the looks they needed in the first five games to earn NFL roster spots.

Players such as P.J. Walker, an early league favorite for MVP, along with Jordan Ta’amu, Deatrick Nichols and Dravon Askew-Henry were all able to ink short term deals with NFL teams.

Although players that didn’t make the cut for an NFL team won’t have another chance with the XFL next year, all players received their full salaries for the season. 

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NCAA Spring Athletes Earn An Extra Year of Eligibility T

he cancellation of NCAA’s March Madness and spring sports introduced a major question for college athletes: Will college seniors receive the opportunity to play again?

To give college athletes their lost season back, NCAA announced in late March that it would grant spring-sport athletes one more year of eligibility. The spring college sports include baseball, softball, tennis, golf, outdoor track and field, lacrosse, rowing, men’s volleyball, beach volleyball and women’s water polo.

Although March Madness was affected by the pandemic, basketball qualifies as a winter sport, so

athletes of that sport are not eligible to opt for an extra season.

This extra year of eligibility applies to all spring athletes, not just seniors. With this move, schools will decide whether or not to give less or equal financial aid for seniors that choose to play the extra year.

For teams that do not have the financial resources to grant scholarships for every player, athletes will have to determine whether or not they can afford to play another year of college sports. “Most of the spring sport athletes pay their own way. For example, baseball has 11.7 scholarships for a 40-man roster,” said analyst Jay Bilas on ESPN’s Get Up.

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With the exception of baseball, many of the spring sports do not feed to major sports leagues like football and basketball. As a result, many senior spring athletes have plans after graduation beyond their sport.

“I don’t think I would go back to track and field for an extra year because I have plans after graduation,” said senior athlete Morghan Hyatt, of Duquesne University.

“I want to pursue a master’s program for public health and while I was thrown off track with everything with COVID-19, I don’t think going back to school just to finish my track season is something I want to do.” 

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101 Magazine HEALTH CENTER

How to Deal with Anxiety and Depression During a Global Pandemic Briana Wright STAFF WRITER

Take deep breaths Any time you feel an anxiety attack coming on, make sure to stop what you’re doing, close your eyes and take deep breaths until you feel yourself calming down. It helps to think of positive thoughts and release any negativity that may hinder you.

Go for a walk Find time to go outside. Walk with music or listen to natural sounds.

It can be relaxing, ease your mind and make you feel better.

Take a break Sometimes social media can overwhelm us and make us feel different about ourselves based on what we see online, so log off at times throughout the day.

Find a hobby Take the time to perfect your craft or try something new. You may come across a new hidden talent or passion.

Journal If your anxiety becomes overwhelming, take down some notes.

Write down the cause of your stress and strategize ways to fix your problem.

Reach out for help Contact a therapist that best suits you or reach out to someone, such as a mentor or counselor.

Avoid depressants Drug and alcohol use is common among people who suffer from anxiety and depression. It is best to avoid use so you can maintain a clear mind.

Learn your triggers Pay attention to how you react to different situations and encounter different people. Who makes you feel down? At what moment do you feel anxious?

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Receiving “BetterHelp” Tatiana Swain STAFF WRITER

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inancial stressors, emotional issues, relationship problems and past trauma. All of these stressors can be ailing to people on a daily basis. So, what do people do when they need help and want to improve their quality of life?

Mental health awareness and the use of therapy have become more socially accepted as about 87 percent of Americans agreed that having a mental disorder is nothing to be embarrassed about, according to a recent Harris Poll.

During this pandemic, students and professionals alike have had to adjust their ways of communicating as a result of the changing environment.

One of the fast-growing resources for counseling is BetterHelp, which is an online service that is direct-to-consumer access to behavioral health services. Founded in 2013, this app serves as an online counseling resource that pairs you with a therapist of your choosing for an affordable price.

With prices that range from $40 a week to as high as $50 per hour depending on the type of service, BetterHelp allows users to choose characteristics, such as the race and gender of their therapist. BetterHelp also features a financial aid plan and may be covered by your healthcare provider.

Currently, there are more than 5,000 therapists who work on BetterHelp, all of whom are licensed,

experienced, trained and accredited practitioners. These professionals include psychologists, family and marriage therapists, board licensed professional counselors and clinical social workers. The therapists who wish to join the site go through a carefully screened process approved by the state board.

“It is really convenient. You do not have to leave your home, and you can choose what ways to talk to your therapist. There’s group therapy, calls, facetime, journaling and a section to see your scheduled appointments,” said Howard University senior, Kalela Woolen, who used the BetterHelp app. “It has helped me see a lot of underlying and unresolved issues I didn’t catch until I started therapy.” 

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20 Ways to Ease Boredom at Home Kayla Archer-Buckley CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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or many college students, two weeks off from school seemed exciting until it meant staying away from campus for the rest of the semester. Now boredom is really settling in after roughly two months of sheltering in place.

Twitter, Instagram and TikTok can provide only so much entertainment. It’s time to find something else to help pass the time or take your mind off the magnitude of the coronavirus pandemic. If you’re stuck in the house with absolutely nothing to do, here are 20 ways to beat boredom blues.

1. The most important activity on this list is self-care. Being isolated can be rough, and it can be even harder when those you know have been affected by COVID-19. While it may be difficult, it’s important to continue taking care of your mental and physical health.

2. Start that new hobby you’ve been meaning to start. “I always wanted to make a YouTube for a long time and being that I have nothing else to do I decided to start now,” says Csakyeii Williams, a junior at Morgan State University in Baltimore. https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=6i2Y3TnAQM8 3. Find a good book, and dedicate your time to finishing it.

When you’re done, start a new one.

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4. Missing movie nights with your friends? Have a Netflix party. It’s simple. Download the Netflix party extension on Google Chrome, invite your friends and choose a movie. Now you’re enjoying a movie night with all your favorite people in the comfort of your home.

5. Expand your music tastes, and listen to some new artists.

6. Try a new hairstyle. If it comes out badly, no one will see you anyway. Try that new cut or color you’ve always been too nervous to do.

7. Binge-watch a new series on Netflix. “Money Heist,” “Ozark” and “Tiger King” have been pretty popular lately.

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8. Plan a social distancing parade in the comfort of your car.

It’s a great way to bring some excitement to your neighborhood while keeping social distance.

9. Want to expand your education? Harvard, MIT and other institutions are offering free online classes. They have a full list of courses on their websites.

10. Become an artist! Even if you can’t draw, create something abstract. Paint or draw how quarantine makes you feel. Who knows?

It could be worth millions one day.

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11. Start a journal, a quarantine series if you’re up to it or just write whatever’s on your mind.

It’ll be interesting to read years from now.

12. If you’re missing being outside, go on a walk. You can go alone or bring someone from your house.

13. If you’re obsessed with TikTok like many teens and young adults, learn a TikTok dance, which can be time-consuming but well worth it once you get it down.

14. Play Chopped, the perfect game to quell your boredom and hunger. Gather whatever ingredients are in your kitchen and pantry then try to make an edible meal out of what you have.

15. Clean out your closet, there’s nothing else to do so you might as well get it over with.

16. Starting a puzzle is a very simple activity that’s sure to take up some time.

17. Take a virtual trip to a museum. Google Arts & Culture teamed up with thousands of museums to offer virtual tours and exhibits around the world. You can literally have a night at the museum from your couch. Here’s a website with links to different tours.

18. Make homemade ice cream.

All you need is sugar, salt, ice, milk and vanilla extract. Put ice and salt in a big Zip-lock bag, and combine the other ingredients in another Zip-lock bag. Place the second bag into the ice bag, and shake until the bag of liquids becomes solid.

19. Create a vision board. It’s a fun and creative way to set goals for yourself.

20. Take a nap! Being stuck in the house doesn’t necessarily guarantee everyone ample free time. So if you’re busy, just relax, take a nap and maybe re-visit No. 1. 

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No Gym, No Problem.

How COVID-19 Changed my Fitness Lifestyle M arch 16, 2020, started similar to most Monday mornings. I woke up at the usual time, 7:30 a.m to conduct my daily morning routine. It starts with hygiene followed by what I refer to as “breakfast for balance”. It’s Lynn Pierce STAFF WRITER

oatmeal with granola and turkey bacon coupled with a 20 fluid ounce blend of super green and super red powder drink. Lastly there’s fruit, usually a honey crisp apple! As I mixed a fiber and protein maple and brown sugar instant oatmeal pack, I began not feeling the pressures of getting ready for the school day. It suddenly dawned on me that this Monday was the official start of Howard University’s spring break; translation, my opportunity to focus solely on fitness.

Fitness is as much a part of my life as school or any other obligation as I train for various runs and triathlons throughout the year. A typical week is the following:

The subtraction of school, even if it’s for a week, felt like a new found freedom. More than usual, I’m excited to train. I immediately text my workout partner, Nick Coleman, “2:30.”

Later that afternoon around 2:00 p.m. I arrived at the gym. My unshockingly good mood morphed to despair as I noticed a printed sign stating “Starting March 17, 2020, Gaffney Fitness Center will be closed until further notice due to COVID-19.” The magically school-free, fitness packed spring break I once imagined as I stirred oatmeal, vanished into thin air.

My second instinct was to check my

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email to see if Rand Vaillancourt, the U.S. Masters Swim coach, notified our class of the cancelation of practice. Among the first few emails is from Vaillancourt, confirming what I speculated, which is class cancellation “until further notice.” I started and finished my workout but as training concluded, I understood, moving forward, it would take more focus and creativity to improvise for the absence of facility and equipment.

The following day, March 17, kicked off with a 10-mile morning run, with a fellow triathlete, Lionel Jennings. Jennings expressed a similar frustration to news that fitness centers would close, but also

saw it as a new opportunity.

“Initially, I was frustrated because I was progressing and was on schedule to peak in June when I would be doing my first race of the year. Secondly, after I got over my frustration, I took it as a challenge to let my body recover and find new ways to workout,” said Jennings.

That opportunity manifested with that run as it would be the first of several weekly runs we conducted throughout the month of March.

The distances and run exercises would vary from longer endurance runs to strength, speed track workouts.

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Here are some tips I gathered from various fitness professionals that can be used during social distancing:

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Running definitely became my focal point of exercising and a way to stay active. The major downside to solely running is that there’s a potential loss of muscle mass and strength. Men’s Health recommends lifting weights or adding resistance training to prevent muscle loss and strength while running. Prior to the closure of fitness centers, strength training was my way to maintain both mass and strength, but also train for muscle endurance.

After researching and watching several videos, I began developing a no equipment training regiment that I felt best fit the way I want to perform and feel. These full-body workouts usually incorporated compound bodyweight exercises such as pull-ups, push-ups, squats, lunges, and tire flips. Brandon, personal trainer for Gold’s Gym, considers compound exercises the foundation of each workout, whether training to lose burn fat or build muscle.

“Compound exercises allow you to work on several muscles in one singular movement. For someone that wants to burn fat, activating several muscles at the same time is going to have a bigger caloric

expenditure”, said Brandon, “For someone that wants to build muscle, compound exercises allow you to work muscles more frequently which will lead to greater muscle development.”

I also frequently used resistance bands to conduct isolation exercises such seated rows, bicep curls, and shoulder raises. For me, the resistance bands ensured I conditioned muscle groups such as the latissimus dorsi muscle for an activity such as swimming.

For someone who doesn’t swim or isn’t looking to maintain a certain physique, resistance bands serve as inexpensive accessories that help improve and control the quality of exercises, recruit stabilizing muscles, and prevent injury.

As I worked out at several different tracks and parks throughout the months of March and April, there was one consistent observation: despite any level of fitness or various kinds of activity, people were finding fun, creative ways to become or stay fit. It served as a reminder that due to COVID-19, this was a new fitness journey for everyone. 

No matter if it’s during the pandemic, the most important advice for any beginner is to figure out what you want to accomplish. The answer to this question will determine what is necessary!

During social distancing, there’s an opportunity for clarity when reaching goals. Once you determine your specific goal, start moving but start slow. Figure out what is necessary for you to reach your goal.

Whether you are a beginner or an expert, Research, research, research! Learning is essential to any kind of develops.

An important step is to track your progress. Rome wasn’t built in a day and you also don’t have to reach your goals in a day. Slow and steady wins the race.

Mentally prepare for your journey before you get started. Fall in love with each and every step of the process and before you know it you will be in the best shape of your life regardless if it’s during or after the pandemic.

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Fashion Reinvention: Life After COVID-19

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Alexis Murray FASHION EDITOR

OVID-19 has put a stop to the whole world, including the fashion world.

Although the future is unclear, the unpredictability is bringing innovation, original ideas, pooled resources to help struggling designers and a new fashion cycle.

The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and the British Fashion Council (BCF) announced a revised schedule to maintain the creativity and innovation the industry is known for but, most importantly, sustainability among brands.

“Together, we strongly recommend designers focus on no more than two main collections a year,” the CFDA states. “We firmly believe this can provide our talents with the time they need to reconnect to the creativity and craft that makes our field so unique in the first place.”

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Anifa Mvuemba, owner of contemporary fashion brand, Hanifa, has created a 3D model experience to present her spring ready-to-wear line on Instagram Live on Friday, May 22. Kerby Jean-Raymond, creator of Pyer Moss, will have a drive-in premiere of the documentary “American, Also” in September to display the hard work and intense labor it takes to present a fashion collection.

With the cancellation this month of the Met Gala, fashion’s biggest night of the year, Vogue magazine is featuring some of the designs in its May issue to celebrate the Metropolitan Museum of Arts’s 150th anniversary. The time in isolation and quarantine has also stimulated more introspection from fashion industry counterparts to improvise and prepare various ways to celebrate the industry through virtual and cost-effective experiences.

As technology becomes a prominent aspect for the fashion industry, it will also provide more opportunities for innovation among designers and brands, where consumers are not overwhelmed.

Over the years, the industry has adopted the ways of fast fashion with overproduction strategies to keep consumers satisfied. With a greater online presence, designers will adopt more intimate and authentic experiences with consumers, along the lines of the Pyer Moss and Hanifa brands.

At the same time, fashion lovers around the world continue to raise questions about who runs the industry and whether it is time for a new class of leaders. Some single out Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, including creative director Andre Leon Talley, who addresses the intricate relationship with his former friend in his new memoir, “The Chiffon Trenches.”

Talley claims that their complex relationship left him underpaid, undermined and used by Wintour and other fashion heads. Nevertheless, Talley stated in a recent interview that he still has much love for Wintour. “My book is an epistle to everyone that I love,” he told Vulture. “It’s a love letter to Anna Wintour. I love her deeply.”

Being a black man in fashion has been a strenuous stride for Talley, proclaimed as being one of the most knowledgeable in the industry for over 40 years. This also highlights the need for more inclusivity in the fashion industry to counteract racism and tokenism.

The lack of recognition for black creatives, including gender-fluid and LGBTQ+ creatives, could cause a split in the industry as they continue to showcase and create their own spaces to push forward against unwritten fashion standards. Will they gain the notability that they believe they deserve? Time will only tell.  Image via Nappy.co

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s spring arrives and summer follows behind, many people get excited about throwing out the old and entering the new—especially with their wardrobe. With the global impact of COVID-19, things may have come to a halt but many are eager to be dressed up in their homes, virtual concerts, and virtual parties. The new fashion season was promised with new innovative pieces, vibrant colors, and plenty more before the global impact of COVID-19— and that’s exactly what they’re getting. Below are some of the fashion trends that will update your closet and serve a look, quarantine style.

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Oversized Sunglasses Stacked Pants

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Whether you’re lounging around the house, taking pictures in your backyard, or planning for a night on the town after quarantine, these pants are for you. The popular pants began to surface in the early Fall/Winter but quickly transitioned into the spring as they became favored by many. They come in various fabrics such as cotton, leather, or denim—which contributed to them being the top trend of the season. The diversity of a night garment turned into a cozy loungewear piece can result in an item being a staple for many seasons. Males can style them with their favorite pair of shoes and graphic tee and Ladies can dress them up with their favorite heels and an oversized blazer.

With the rise of skinny sunglasses over the years, oversized sunglasses are finally making a comeback. The trend that became popular in the 70’s is making a resurgence as the world was becoming more into lurid colors as the spring season began. As we embarked on the new decade and the infamous “Roaring 20’s” of the new century, many fashion people look back to embrace over-the-top trends that have made its mark in history. This trend will mostly likely stay for many seasons as one will find many reasons to mask their face because of the pandemic, especially when we transition into fall—making them an it item for the winter. As the warm weather rises, sport these glasses on walks for fresh air or for sunbathing in your backyard during the quarantine period.

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Spring 2020 Trends Square-Toe Heels

This 90’s shoe trend has made its way into back onto the scene and on the feet of many women this season. Not only are the heels very stylish shoes, they are very comfortable to wear as well. Reintroduced by Daniel Lee, the head creative director at Bottega Veneta, this infamous heel has not only graced the feet of plenty, but also set the trend for designer to make more sleek and sexy heels that don’t overpower outfits. Usually, this shoe would be worn to brunch or a night on the town to accommodate your favorite fit. As circumstances change scenery, they can still be worn. This quarantine, wear them to your virtual parties and dates like you would on a night out or take pictures on your front porch!

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As we are put on a stayat-home emergency order due to the global pandemic of the coronavirus, many people are more interested in finding comfortable loungewear to wear than their everyday outfits or work clothes.

Loungewear doesn’t just consist of tracksuits, sweat pants and sweat shirts, it can also include long cardigans, knit co-ord sets, and silky slip dresses. The Bottega Veneta Resort 2020 via Vogue pieces above are usually made with coral fleece (soft), chenille (fuzzy), and silk or satin fabrics to provide comfortability without resulting to sleep wear. Loungewear allows people to feel like they are getting dressed for the day without the hassle of workwear or regular clothing.

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Mirror, Mirror

For the Love of Lashes

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hey say the eyes are the windows to the soul; so adorning them with lavish lashes isn’t a bad idea for a well-rounded look. Celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Rihanna and Beyoncé wear lash extensions most of the time, but they are more popular now than ever among everyday women.

These days, women get their lashes done as frequently as their hair and nails. Lashes have become “part of my monthly routine,” says Enyiah Genesie, a graduate student at George Mason University. Thanks to consumers like Genesie, the false eyelash market is expected to reach $1.6 billion by 2025, according to Grand View Research Inc. in San Francisco.

Growing up, Genesie wasn’t allowed to wear makeup at all. From matriculating through Howard University, however, she says she picked up on a few things.

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“It’s easier to pay someone for lash extensions, because of course I can’t put them in individually. Not myself at least.”

Genesie visits her eyelash technician every two to three weeks. Although it can be a costly investment, she notes that it’s just an added expense to her selfcare routine -- something she’s willing to splurge on.

Heather Hill, an esthetician in Richmond, Virginia, gives a few tips on wearing false eyelash extensions, stressing the importance of safety.

Just as you would contemplate a new hair cut or style, be careful and really think about the health of your eyes. Consider your eye shape and size, Hill says, because that will make for the safest wear of the lashes.

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Strip Lashes Strip lashes are an easy, low-maintenance way to bring out your eyes. You can achieve an array of looks with a pair of false strip eyelashes and a tube of glue. Plus, the lashes come in a rainbow of colors these days.

Compared to individual lashes, strip lashes are much less costly and easier to apply in the comfort of your home, accounting for 40% of all lashes sold.

Eyelash Extensions For a more semi-permanent but more costly option, a licensed professional can apply eyelash extensions individually, follicle by follicle. Eyelash extensions come in so many different types, from synthetic to Mink. They also vary depending on fullness and length so that every wearer can have the desired look.

1970s: Bold Bottom Lashes In the ’70s the goal was to look natural, women tried for dewy skin, sparkly eyes and rosy cheeks. Bold bottom lashes were in back then, as some thought they made the eyes appear bigger. In today’s culture, it is not very common to see someone rocking a very bold bottom lash.

It’s all about the top and what dramatic flair someone wants to deliver. The ’70s makeup was both natural yet glamorous with women aspiring to look like Farrah Fawcett, Cher and Diana Ross in “Mahogany” and “Lady Sings the Blues.”

1980s: Colored Mascara By the time the 1980s came about, natural was definitely not the central focus, as women were bolder than ever in their makeup choices. Lashes weren’t popular just yet, but colored mascara was (think neon), along with bright powdery foundation, and defined bushy boy brows.

Eye shadow was often two or more of a color combination, and the lipstick was far from nude. The overall theme for the makeup of the ’80s was to stand out and be as bright as possible, like Cyndi Lauper or Madonna.

1990s: Girly to Grunge In the 1990s, makeup ranged from grunge to girly. Heavily drawn, ultra-thin brows with arches like the McDonalds “M” replaced heavy brows. They were usually paired with an extremely bright blue eyeshadow and a red lip. Stars like Kelly Rowland, Beyoncé, Mary J Blige and Faith Evans opted instead for a nude or brown lip with a darker brown lip liner, which is making a comeback.

Model Cindy Crawford and actress Anna Nicole Smith brought eyelashes back to the public eye. From there, false lashes slowly went from costume and special occasion wear, to everyday wear.

2000s: Here to Stay Eyelashes are one of the most important parts of the face these days, whether they are natural or enhanced with strips, individual lashes, clusters or accents. They can describe to the world what type of emotions someone is trying to channel whether its sexy, glamorous, flirty or just a natural glow. They have star power on the faces of celebrities like singer Adele or really anyone. Lash extensions have become the accessories of the face, and they aren’t going away anytime soon.

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Getting That Quarantine Glow

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pamper yourself at home with these diy skin and bodycare recipes

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ith skin being the largest organ of the body, it is important to take proper care of it and give it an endless amount of TLC. Not only should you clean the top layer of your skin, but you must also bring forth the deep, inner layers that produce new, vibrant skin.

What do I mean? Exfoliation!

According to Healthline, “Exfoliating is the process of removing dead skin cells from the surface of your skin using a chemical, granular substance, or exfoliation tool.”

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Brown Sugar Body Scrub

With the pandemic shutting down all non-essential stores and more importantly, saving their money for essential items, below is a list of scrubs (for all skin types) that you can make yourself to take care of your skin. While these recipes have worked for me, they may not work for everybody. Be cautious for sensitive skin.

Coffee Face and Body Scrub

Cinnamon Honey Mask

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· ½ cup of ground coffee · 1 ½ tablespoon of Olive Oil or Grapeseed oil · ¼ cup brown sugar · ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract · Any essential oils (optional)

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This scrub can be used on both your face and body. After mixing ingredients together, use the scrub before a shower or as a part of your night routine. Follow this routine with a lotion or body butter to seal in the moisture gained by the oils.

This mask should only be used for the face and neck. Honey and cinnamon contain antioxidants, antibacterials and are best for combating acne or blackheads.

The other ingredients mix well with honey and lemon to create smooth, clean and healthy skin.

½ cup of Brown Sugar 2 teaspoons of lemon juice 1 ½ tablespoon of Olive Oil Any essential oil (lavender, peppermint, bergamot, etc.) for fragrance and other health enhancements (optional)

Brown sugar is the granular substance that will help take off the top layer, while lemon juice is an acid that will help with dark spots and discoloration; olive oil will help your skin feel smooth. Mix these three ingredients in a small bowl and use them while in the shower.

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2 tablespoons Honey (Raw Honey if possible) 1 teaspoon lemon juice ¼ cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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Use liquid dish soap to cleanse makeup brushes and tools Taking baths with lavender (plant or essential oil) can help one to sleep better at night, as it is an anxiolytic to increase calmness and relaxation Healthy diet leads to healthy skin; someone with few skin complications and an unhealthy diet can look duller and more dehydrated than someone with hormonal cystic acne that follows a healthy diet Boiling white vinegar can purify the air in your home Jojoba oil is the best substitute for a facial serum; it has anti-inflammatory properties that include vitamins E and B; good for sensitive and dehydrated skin

Beauty + Self Care Tips

Exfoliate face and body two times a week for soft, glowing skin

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Soul Searching Where Were You on Sunday?

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nce were the days when black churches were filled to capacity and served as a pillar of hope and change within the black community. Although African-Americans are among the most religious people in the country, many young black people are leaving the church and no longer keep Sunday’s service on their calendar.

The church has played a historic role in the plight of black communities and it is often a place of peace and refuge for attendees. However, according to studies conducted by the Pew Research Center, black millennials lag behind older generations of black churchgoers in a variety of measures.

With only 38 percent of black millennials attending a religious service once a week, an important concern is being raised. Why are millennials fleeing the black

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church and what are they flocking to once they’ve departed?

Younger generations of believers are searching for new ways to connect with a higher being. Whether it is attending events like the popup church service at artist Pharrell Williams “Something in the Water” festival last year or participating in discussions like the “gOD Talk” series, young black people are finding new ways to engage and interact with faith.

Rebecca Johnson, a Howard University senior, attended the Something in the Water festival in Virginia Beach and took part in the pop-up church service.

“I’m a fan of gospel music even though I’m not that religious,” John-

son said. She felt it was important for faith and religious-based organizations to be a part of events like the Something in the Water festival.

The “inclusive celebration,” Something in the Water, was a free event that was open to the community and sought to “unite, uplift, offer hope, victory, fun and faith,” according to festival information.

There were gospel choirs, a dance ministry, local and national worship leaders that came to share the gospel and a prayer offering for various communities. Attendees were also able to see performances by John P Kee, Kirk Franklin, Mary Mary, Tye Tribbett, Israel Houghton and The Warryn Campbell Band. 

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Does Religion Equal a Happy Life?

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ave you ever wondered how church-goers are able to cheerfully make it through long services and sermons? Well, it’s because they are happier, according to the Pew Research Center.

divided into three categories:

“Actively religious,” made up of people who identify with a religious group and say they attend services at least once a month; “inA recent study conducted actively religious,” who were defined by the Pew Research Center as those that claim showed that “actively reli- a religious identity gious” people tend to be happi- but attend services er and more civically engaged less often; and “rethan those who are not affili- ligiously unaffiliated” people who ated with a religion. do not identify with Research has shown that Ameri- any organized religion. cans who regularly attend religious services tend to live longer than According to the study, 36 perthose who do not. A recent study cent of actively religious adults deconducted by the Pew Research scribe themselves as very happy, Center showed that “actively reli- compared to 25 percent of inactive gious” people tend to be happier and unaffiliated Americans. The and more civically engaged than results of the study also revealed those who are not affiliated with a that 58 percent of actively religious religion. People in the study were Americans are involved in at least

one other (nonreligious) volunteer organization, charity group, sports club or labor union. Only 51 percent of inactively religious and 39 percent of unaffiliated adults stated the same.

The study surveyed people in more than 25 countries and the pattern remained consistent. Actively religious adults in the US and 12 other countries reported that they voted in national elections and tended to be involved in at least one or more nonreligious organizations.

Although the study found little comparative evidence to suggest that religious affiliation by itself is associated with greater happiness and engagement, it is clear that regular participation in a religious community is linked with higher levels of happiness and civic engagement. 

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How to Develop Self-Discipline

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uilding self-discipline is no easy task. The statement, “self-discipline is freedom,” is true because, without discipline, no one would be able to obtain or accomplish anything. With that said, here are some steps to develop self-discipline: Image via Nappy.co

1. Healthy Diet A healthy diet is one of the first steps in attaining self-discipline.

Food is energy and can determine your mental and physical state.

Replacing heavy sugar, dairy and excess carbs with fruits and vegetables will improve your health tremendously, and give you the willpower to conquer your goals.

2. Morning Routine Your actions in the morning set the tone for the rest of your day. Having a strict morning routine where you get out of bed immediately, make up your bed and practice hygienical rituals can improve your productivity throughout the day.

This morning routine allows you to stay on schedule as opposed to waking up to scroll through social media.

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3. Gratitude Journal Writing down your goals and listing aspects of life for which you are thankful will give you endless amounts of gratitude. This reflection period will allow you to look back on how far you’ve come and give you the confidence to continue on your path. The more thankful you are, the more eager you will accomplish your goals.

4. Meditation Meditation is a practice that focuses on training the mind to not wander and to heighten awareness.

People who struggle with self-discipline should meditate to focus on developing a clear mind.

5. Self-Confidence The most important step in developing self-discipline is belief in yourself. If you believe that you cannot do or accomplish something, then you won’t. The resilience to push forward when times get tough depends on your inner ability to conquer your goals.

Speaking kindly to yourself, loving yourself and treating your body are key ways to improve your confidence.

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Tahir Murray is Mr. Legacy Stay Connected

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hat initially began as a family business, known then as Tradition Ever Since, has now developed into an independent company solely owned by a student entrepreneur. Tahir Murray is the founder and CEO of Legacy History Pride, or LHP for short, an apparel line dedicated to highlighting and preserving the culture of historically black institutions.

“The vision I have with this brand is bringing HBCU culture and fashion to the mainstream marketplace and that will elevate HBCU culture in a whole different way,” he said.

Murray is a senior majoring in business at Howard University, where he is also a party host and DJ. He has won Favorite Entrepreneur and Favorite Fashion Line at the Student Choice Awards. He uses his platform to promote and support student entrepreneurs and black entrepreneurship, especially within fashion, music and the creative arts community.

“I want to shine a light on the excellence that’s going on in the various

If you all would like to keep up with Tahir, feel free to follow and check him out on instagram: @by.mrlegacy. Also follow @shoplhp to support our HBCUs in a very unique way.

aspects of ‘what is the HBCU experience’ and I’m doing that through the lens of fashion.”

Murray’s passion for cultivating HBCU culture through his luxury brand began from a very young age. Through learning the tricks of the trade from both his grandfather and father, he has built up enough experience to lead the pack on his own.

Known as Mr. Legacy, Murray manages his various responsibilities by dedicating separate planners to each aspect in his life. “Staying on top of everything is something I just learned while adjusting to Howard life,” he explains. “I feel like at Howard everything just moves at 100 miles per hour.”

He attributes a lot of his collegiate success to the families he has made during his matriculation at Howard. By working with other student entrepreneurs and creatives, he has built a stable support system that has allowed him to grow

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tremendously while providing his peers with a platform to express their art as well. Murray finds it essential for black businesses to give back to the community that they serve, because industry leaders, such as Nike and Under Armour, aren’t necessarily doing as much as they could be.

While his clothing brand is dedicated to historically black institutions, he also aspires to have more celebrities and social influencers wear his products. Influential people who have worn LHP clothing include rapper Megan Thee Stallion, NBA player Chris Paul, NFL player Cam Newton, TV host and actor Terrence J, and Howard alumnus and actor Lance Gross.

Murray’s goals align well with those of many black entrepreneurs: to put the black dollar back into black communities. He also hopes to have his clothing on display in college bookstores and get the necessary licensing to make clothes for all HBCUs. As Mr. Legacy enters his senior year, he plans to remain focused on obtaining these goals within the near future. Although he makes it his duty to achieve a certain goal each day, he is committed to promoting and supporting other student or black entrepreneurs in any way that he can.

Watch 101 Live! host and staff writer Kaprielle Trenard interview Tahir Murray about his success as an entrepreneur.

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Arista Releases krypto9095''s krypto9095 'Earthquake Earthquake'' Breonna Randall CONTRIBUTING WRITER

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ocial media fads, challenges and pranks come and go, but popular dances go viral.

When Soulja Boy dropped “Crank That” in 2007, he created one of the biggest dances in the country, highest-played videos on YouTube and best-selling ringtones in the world. Two years later, the West Coast gave up jerking, when the South taught us how to Dougie.

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Although he didn’t start it, we have Krypto9095 to thank for popularizing the Woah when his hit song of the same name dropped last year on YouTube, featuring the D3Mstreet Brothers. A simple movement of swinging your arms over your chest while bending your knees, it had been known through the Internet for years and even incorporated in popular dances like the Renegade. After Krypto’s instant hit, it seemed every other post as you scroll down your timeline was another dance video with that song. The “Whoa” video has 96 million views. Now Krypto has a new song, “Earthquake,” on his new label, Arista Record Inc. Released a little over a month ago, the song has 74,000 views so far just on YouTube.

Although Krypto’s passion is dancing, he gained his popularity on the Internet as a gamer. He attracted millions of subscribers and views on his funny Grand Theft Auto voiceover videos of famous celebrities and popular rappers.

Born Neksy Metelus, he was raised

by Haitian parents in Orlando, Florida. His parents moved back to Haiti for family reasons, but he stayed in the states. At 22, he fell on hard times and was living on the streets. But he wasn’t discouraged and was still trying to get in clubs to dance.

One night he made it inside a club, and a young woman approached him. “She told me she loved the way I danced and asked if I could teach her,” he recalled during a stop at Howard University as part of a college and radio tour. She moved him into her home, they fell in love and today they have a young son.

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While he was down, she bought him an Xbox. He started gaming, eventually making money through Microsoft and YouTube. Once he got his big pay day, he bought her a car. He also moved his mother back to the United States and into a house.

With all his YouTube popularity, Krypto felt his next step should be music. “I was in the studio, and I heard this beat and just kept saying “Woah!” he said, reenacting the moment in the studio that would later change his life. The song went viral. “I knew something was up, because the phone was burning up in my pocket,” he said jokingly.

TikTok soon reached out to him and about a partnership. The song then led to the record deal with

Arista. With all these opportunities and fame, Krypto9095, whose name is a reference to Superman and his favorite number, is still on his grind for his next big hit.

“YouTube is my income; I treat it like my nine to five,” he said. “My mindset is, keep it going and take care of my family.” 

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Podcast Picks Rebecca Johnson Jaquatte Williams STAFF WRITERS Image via @fakedeepod on Twitter

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Mac Miller’ Miller’s Ethereal ‘Circles Circles’’ Anthony Richard Jr. STAFF WRITER

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2. My Taught You Hosted by the founder and CEO of Curlbox, Myleik Teele shares her insight on success. Keep a notepad nearby when you listen because Myleik is guaranteed to drop something that you want on your vision board.

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hether you were a fan or not, Mac Miller’s death was devastating. He was a pure soul who touched everyone he encountered, and his talent was endless. What hurt the most about his death is the fact that he was going through such a tough time, and fans were curious about how he was feeling after the breakup with Ariana Grandé.

After a moment of silence, Mac finally released the album “Swimming,” which gave us some insight on his headspace. He was still in a dark place, but he was pushing through at the same time. “I was drowning, but now I’m swimming.” The album gave fans some peace, but also had us eager to know, “What’s next?”

Mac Miller was such a relatable person especially for how he loved.

“The Divine Feminine” made me excited to find someone to love the way love is expressed through that album. He resonated with me, and his music helped me on my journey. For that reason, I felt lost after his death and I’m sure a lot of his fans did as well.

Thankfully he had completed another album before his death. It was a follow-up album titled “Circles” that triggered a range of emotions while also putting us at ease. Listening and connecting to it was an ethereal feeling that I hope all achieve upon consumption. 

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1. “fake deep” “Fake deep, but not real shallow.” Howard's own Brooks and Journee discuss topics such as living on purpose, being fulfilled and growing pains. Their candidness and openness implore the listener to think about their contributions to the conversation. If you want some content to make you sit back and think about the important things in life, this one is for you.

3. The Read Need some entertainment and want to keep up on all things pop culture without following The Shade Room?

Crissle and Kid Fury have you covered.

4. The Nod Ready to hear the untold stories of black life? Ranging from the most genius aspects of black culture to something as simple as the meaning of a purple drink to black people, the Nod has all the tea for you!

5. Snap Judgement Experience storytelling in a whole new way with Snap Judgement! This weekly radio hour by Glynn Washington brings together talent, tales and beats to tell stories in an entertaining way.

6. Joblogues Tune into Joblogues for real and honest conversations with young professionals. Childhood friends, Jaymarie and Courtney, engage multicultural women for fun times, encouragement and advice. Expect career advice, inspiration and lots of laughs.

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A Quarantine Playlist Anthony Richard Jr. STAFF WRITER We find ourselves in a time when the world has been put on pause, and it is a perfect chance to reflect on so many aspects of our lives. Hopefully, this playlist will make you introspective and help you through anything you may be experiencing.

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he premiere for Travis Scott’s new single, “The Scotts,” featuring Kid Cudi, was nothing of the ordinary. Scott collaborated with the developers at Fortnite to create a virtual concert event never before seen. If you had attended his Astroworld Wish You Were Here Tour, you’d recognize some of the visuals seen during the beginning, but he quickly took it to a different level.

The concert, drawing over 12 million attendees, evolved into a psychedelic experience featuring a mega-Travis Scott performing shortened portions of a few of his most popular records and, of course, his new single. The concert took the Fortnite users through different dimensions in a moment that they will never forget. Click here to experience for yourself.

Here’s the link to his new single as well. 

1. “Come Back to Earth” - Mac Miller 2. “Reborn” – Kids See Ghosts 3. “Keep the Family Close” Drake 4. “Let it All Work Out” - Lil Wayne 5. “The Commander” - Kid Cudi 6. “(No One Knows Me) Like the Piano” - Sampha 7. “Wings” - Mac Miller 8. “Intro (2014 Forest Hills Drive)” - J. Cole 9. “Retrograde” - James Blake 10. “It Gets Better (With Time)” The Internet 11. “Jet Fuel” - Mac Miller 12. “2009” - Mac Miller 13. “The Revenant Main Theme” - Ryuichi Sakamoto 14. “Plastic 100℃” - Sampha 15. “Too Fast” - Sonder 16. “Mortal Man” - Kendrick Lamar 17. “Love Yourz” - J. Cole 18. “Good Goodbye” - Lianne La Havas 19. “What Shouldn’t I Be?” - Sampha 20. “20 Something” - SZA SOUND ADVICE page 67

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STREAMS & SCREENS Jaylen Williams STAFF WRITER

All American Football, friendship, and family – these are just a few of the main themes that surround the heartwarming, Netflix series All American. When you entangle class struggles, substance abuse, gang affiliations and sexual identity crises, you are left with a refreshingly truthful drama that everyone can enjoy.

When South Crenshaw native, Spencer James (Daniel Ezra) is recruited by Beverly Hills High football coach Billy Baker (Taye Diggs), two conflicting worlds are suddenly forced to coexist. Much of the burden lay on the shoulders of Spencer who struggles with his own inner demons, many of which related to absent father.

Spencer must acclimate to his newfound lifestyle surrounded by wealth, while also looking after the wellbeing of his mother, brother and teammates that he left behind in the hood.

Whether you’re into romance, sports, camaraderie or betrayal and forgiveness, All American appeals to a wide variety of people. The show is multi-faceted and engaging, yet spicy enough to keep you watching.

Each of the main characters has a developed uniqueness to them. By the end of the season, you are sure to have fallen in love.

At the same time, All American lacks a certain depth needed to set the show apart. Just when you’re ready to shed a tear or emotionally connect, the scene changes – perhaps to keep things more on the lighthearted side. This could also explain the show’s tendency toward sappiness.

Ultimately, when South Crenshaw meets Beverly Hills, you end up with an enjoyable show that will make you want to keep watching. Reminding you of all the things that are truly important in this life, All American leaves a lasting warmth and is sure to score in the hearts of all of those who watch. Seasons 1 and 2 are both available to binge right now, while season 3 is currently up in the air. 

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The Boys We’re all used to the heroic adventures of Superman, Batman and the Avengers, but the Prime Video series, The Boys, turns that all upside down.

Superheroes are the property of a corporation, Vought International, which markets and monetizes people with superhero abilities. The Seven led by Homelander (Antony Starr) are thought by the public to be noble and honorable but the titular team, the Boys, led by Billy Butcher (Karl Urban), know the truth and make it their life mission to keep the heroes in check.

Based on a comic book series with the same name, the show excels at character development as some characters go from

bright-eyed and proud to seasoned and bitter, while other characters begin to lose themselves in their quest for power or vengeance. If you like a spy and espionage vibe, the Boys delivers with several twists and turns, leaving you on the edge of your seat. The content is reminiscent of any HBO series with adult themes of infidelity. The show also presents life lessons, including a cautionary tale on drug use and steroid abuse.

difficult to follow at times, as some episodes focus on certain characters more than the others. Still, each of the characters has their own motivations and aspirations, which is interesting as they unfold.

The character dynamics could use more attention, though. Viewers find themselves waiting for a comeuppance for those especially evil characters and sometimes the payoff isn’t as satisfying. As you follow each of the character’s own arcs it can be

The series excels at being binge-worthy but the first season only contains eight episodes leaving you wanting more. But that won’t be a problem for long; The Boys season 2 is scheduled to release on July 26. 

Overall, The Boys offers a glimpse into what it would be like if superpowered beings lived in the world, which comes with all the secrets and complications one would never suspect.

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More Streams & SCreens The Chosen The Chosen is the first original series about Jesus Christ (Jonathan Roumie), who begins wrapping up his career as a carpenter so that he can go into religious ministry. We

then get a personal look into the lives and relationships of his disciples. Unlike past series that were either heavy biblical or historical, the drama in season one of The

Chosen is based on more historical details that can be inferred, or manufactured drama that is not based on the New Testament or history. Some may find this a con but others may view it as helping the engagement of the viewer. The series is episodic in who it decides to focus on in different episodes; the calling of Matthew and Mary of Magdala are some of the most exuberating.

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One of the first things people will notice about the series is that the blue-eyed blonde-haired Jesus is gone, in favor of a more ethnically accurate Jesus, brilliantly portrayed by Roumie.

Viewers will get to dive deep into the socio-economic structure of the life and times of Jesus Christ.

The miniseries is made by Christians, so expect a mainstream Christian view of Jesus to be portrayed. The Chosen will leave you wanting to watch one episode after the next as you cover the various biblical characters you heard of in your childhood.

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Distributed by VidAngel, the series is crowdfunded with 15,000 people contributing $10 million and over 200,000 people have already contributed $3 million toward season 2. The series has its own app simply titled, “The Chosen” and is available on its own self-titled app in Apple’s app store or the Google Play store. 

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Harley Quinn Harley Quinn is a new animated series on the DC Universe app where Batman (Deidrich Bader) takes a backseat to the Joker’s now ex-girlfriend Harley Quinn (Kaley Cuoco). When the character is first introduced to the world, her relationship with the Joker (Alan Tudyk) is the perfect example of a toxic one culminating in being Joker’s punching bag. Having had enough, Harley finally breaks up with Joker in spectacular fashion. She sets out to make a name for herself apart from Joker by attempting to join the Legion of Doom.

The show is enhanced by Harley’s supporting cast of C- list villains who make up her new crew: Dr. Psycho, a short cantankerous man with telepathic powers, Clayface, a wannabe thespian who always overplays his part, King Shark, a man-shark who is unsuspectingly mild-mannered, Sy Borgann, the wheelchair-bound yet deadly landlord of Ivy’s apartment. This

cast of characters contributes to the overall comedy of the show as their personalities simultaneously work together and work against each other.

The unsung hero of the show is Harley’s friend, Poison Ivy, who is level-headed, not because she cares (she makes it clear she does not), but because her primary concern is plant life and Harley’s safety, even at her own peril.

The series is engaging but can

sometimes feel like it’s either moving too fast or slow and at times feels edgy for no particular reason.

Some side character’s deaths carry no consequence, leaving no impact.

All that said, Harley Quinn is a good series and for those who like adult animation, it will be as loved as Bojack Horseman and Archer.

Season 2 is currently airing on a weekly basis and is a worthy follow up to season 1. 

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ON THE RUN: Issa Rae stars as Leilani and Kumail Nanjiana as Jibran in “The Lovebirds,” which is being released on Netflix on May 22. The film had been scheduled to premiere at SXSW in April and then open in theaters, but the COVID-19 pandemic changed all of that (Photo: Paramount).

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Bingeworthy Shows that are Streaming Now Netflix

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The Office

Little Fires Everywhere

An oldie, but goodie. If you have not watched at least one episode (or season) by now, what are you doing?

Grey’s Anatomy

With the first 15 seasons on Netflix, there’s plenty of time for you to get sucked into the lives of the Seattle Grace staff.

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Tiger King

Did Carol Baskin kill her husband?

Get sucked into the bizarre world of big cats. There’s murder, conspiracy, fraud and exotic animals.

On My Block

A quartet of teenagers navigates high school, adolescence and street life while figuring out how to solve mysteries and stay out of trouble.

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Rebecca Johnson Tia Humpries STAFF WRITERS

Dive into the lives of two daunting mothers, Elena Richardson and Mia Warren, who will go above and beyond to do what they think is right for their families. This limited series challenges the intricacies between race, social class, gender and access.

Sons of Anarchy

This biker gang based in California is nothing to play with. Jax Teller and his fellow riders will do whatever it takes to protect their family and brotherhood. Hulu has all seven seasons and will take you on a ride through Jax’s self-discovery and how the group earned its name, Sons of Anarchy.

Claws

A money-laundering scheme finds its way into a Florida nail salon quickly changing the lives of the five women that work there.

Their average appearance is what makes them the most unexpected criminals.

Family Chantel

If you’re obsessed with the 90 Day Fiancé franchise, then you already know Pedro and Chantel were an unforgettable couple due to their quick marriage and Chantel’s overly-involved family. The duo’s spinoff explores their relationship’s dynamic and looks into whether or not their families can resolve their issues.

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ith quarantine, people are spending time with leisure activities at home, such as reading. Here are a few books to expect in the coming months.

Real Men Knit

by Kwana Jackson

The Butterfly Effect: How Kendrick Lamar Ignited the Soul of Black America

After their mother suddenly passes away, a quartet of brothers bands together to keep her knitting shop in Harlem up and running.

by Michael J. Moore.

This book will explore the influences in the Grammy Award-winning rapper’s life that led to his politically-charged lyrics.

Just Us: An American Conversation

by Claudia Rankine

Claudia Rankine explores how Americans can interact and live with one another during a time of great division. She has a heart-to-heart with Americans on how to live in harmony with one another.

by Kacen Callendar Felix Love is a black, transgender, queer man, learning to navigate his identity and his love life.

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“The Butterfly Effect is the extraordinary, triumphant story of a modern lyrical prophet and an American icon who has given hope to those buckling under the weight of systemic oppression, reminding everyone that through it all—“we gon’ be alright.” -Simon and Schuster.

Felix Ever After

“When an anonymous student begins sending him transphobic messages—after publicly posting Felix’s deadname alongside images of him before he transitioned—Felix comes up with a plan for revenge.

What he didn’t count on: his catfish scenario landing him in a quasi– love triangle…”

The Death of Vivek Oji: A Novel

by Akwaeke Emezi Raised by a distant father and an understanding but overprotective mother, Vivek suffers disorienting blackouts and moments of disconnection between self and surroundings. As adolescence gives way to adulthood, Vivek finds solace in friendships with the warm, boisterous daughters of the Nigerwives, foreign-born women married to Nigerian men.

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101 Magazine TECH

Get the Picture?

Traveling Cameras that get the Best Shots Tatiana Swain STAFF WRITER Image via Samantha Chaney

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DJI Osmo The DJI Osmo is a handheld camera, small enough to capture everything without distracting or feeling intrusive to the subject. The camera attaches to your phone and allows you to use your cell phone screen as a viewfinder.

Canon 5D Mark IV If you are looking to film more of those aquatic adventures, then this is the camera for you! You can get great footage that can be used with other materials so that it does not get waterlogged.

iPhone 7 and Up Your phone is the most common camera. One simple way to improve the clarity and quality of the pictures is by changing the camera settings to 1080p HD at 60 fps on your phone.

“For surfing, I just use my regular camera, a Canon 5D Mark IV and when I am in the water, I just put it into an aquatic water housing.

I prefer using it so much because it has a high megapixel count at 30.4 (compared to most phones or cameras that have on average 12-18 megapixels) which leads to higher resolutions and it also has awesome video specifications as well being able to shoot at 4K.”

“For a traveler without much photography experience, it would be painfully unnecessary to buy an expensive camera, only to lack the skills required to get the most out of using it. For the everyday traveler, iPhone cameras can not only be used to take high-quality photos but also for the numerous photo editing apps available in the Apple Store.”

“The best part to me is that you can instantly download all of the footage onto your phone by connecting the camera to the charger port. The camera is great for interviews and captures all angles. I love it because you can literally take it anywhere without it being a hassle to carry. I can just easily pull it in and out of my purse.”

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101 Magazine POP QUIZ

Notes of Her Culture Fill UMI’s Music F

or as long as she could remember, Tierra Umi Wilson (better known as UMI) has wanted a life in music. And from her recent tours, the release of an EP and her debut headline show over the past few months, the 20-year-old R&B singer has made her dream into a reality.

But for UMI, whose name translates to “ocean” in Japanese, labeling her as just a singer is a far understatement. This time last year, she was a sophomore business student at USC. In high school, she set a Washington state record running the 4X100 with her two younger sisters. In her high school days, she also founded an on-campus activist club and served as the president of Washington Area Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) where she formed a nonprofit organization, Eastside Global Youth.

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Throughout her numerous ventures though, music has been constant. A native of Seattle with a Japanese mother and African American father, UMI grew up with an array of music. “My mom plays the piano, my dad plays the drums and raps and my aunt is a blues singer, so it feels natural to do music,” said UMI, who plays the guitar, piano, ukulele and is learning to play bass.

UMI began in music as early as five and later grew a following by posting music on her social media pages, as well as YouTube and SoundCloud. Despite her early start in music though, confidence in singing in public came as an initial struggle. “I took a voice lesson once but I had bad stage fright, so I couldn’t even sing in front of my voice coach.”

It was not until she moved to Los Angeles to start school at USC in 2017 that UMI strengthened her

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confidence in live performance.

“When I got to LA, I would do open mics to force myself to perform. I couldn’t breathe or open my eyes at first but I did it every single week.”

Coming to USC, UMI considered several options including Howard University, Claremont McKenna College and the University of California, Berkeley, but chose the school that would place her in a location to enhance her music. “I knew that if I didn’t come to Los Angeles, I wouldn’t be able to do music at the capacity I wanted.”

Making the most of her surroundings in Los Angeles, UMI released several projects as a college student including songs “Remember Me” and “Friendzone.” In addition to writing and performing these songs, she served as the creative director for the music videos which combined for over 17 million views on YouTube.

101Magazine.net Making the most of her surroundings in Los Angeles, UMI released several projects as a college student including songs “Remember Me” and “Friendzone.” In addition to writing and performing these songs, she served as the creative director for the music videos which combined for over 17 million views on YouTube.

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before her shows, she meditates with her fans during her live performances. “My best shows have come when I meditate on oneness.

When I look out to the crowd, they are me and I am them so there is nothing to fear.”

still be influenced by my culture. I thought about anime, which drops weekly to constantly keep you watching,” UMI said. “I also wanted to make a body of work that visually reflected myself as both black and Japanese.”

With her increased opportunities for live performance, this practice of meditation has become more and more necessary. She went on separate tours with singers Cuco and Conan Gray, before headlin-

The EP includes a song, “Sukidakara,” which UMI wrote and performed in Japanese. “I felt compelled to write a song in Japanese.

I wasn’t planning on releasing it but I showed it to a few people and recorded the song,” said UMI, who is also fluent in Japanese.

“More than ever, I realize that if I don’ don’t speak up, nobody will.” will.”

While attending school in Los Angeles helped grow her music, UMI made a major leap, choosing to leave USC following her second year in Spring 2019. “School to me was a means to live in Los Angeles, because I was on a full ride at USC.

Since releasing her EP, UMI has more in store for 2020, including an upcoming EP. “(With my new music) I hit more notes, try different cadences, I am more fluid with my music. I am also learning more about myself and living more so I have more to express.”

When it got to a point where I was making enough income from my music, I knew I could put my full energy into creating.”

UMI’s transition from a student to focusing on her music took an adjustment period for the singer. “At school, your means of productivity is based on homework and tests. When that was gone, I would go through my day and wonder if I was productive.”

One of the major contributors that helped UMI in her transition from school was meditation and manifestation. A practice she started after watching a video on the Law of Attraction, meditation has played a growing role in her pre-show routine. In addition to meditating

ing her first show at the Roxy this past December.

Along with touring, UMI has also released music since leaving school. In October, she dropped her visual EP, “Love Language,” where she released a new song each week and an anime-styled video to go along with her music.

“Everyone in music is doing visuals but I wanted to stand apart and

With the new year, the multi-faceted UMI also made resolutions beyond her life as a singer. She has gone vegan this year, starting by going raw vegan and also plans to stop using plastic by the end of the year. With her growing status, UMI also plans to use her platform to be more active on social issues.

“If you look back, it seemed like every singer had a political message and I feel that it is an artist’s duty to be socially active. More than ever, I realize that if I don’t speak up, nobody will.” 

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101 Magazine VIEWPOINT

COVID-19 Cut the Cord on my Senior Year “Commencement and All-Class Reunions are canceled.”

I

t felt like a punch to the gut. I lost my breath. I couldn’t do anything but glare at my phone screen. The tears fell on their own.

I wasn’t present. To add salt to the wound, I had less than a week to pack up my entire room and leave for the rest of the semester. That’s it. Just like that, it was all over.

normalcy. While I was mourning, I felt a twinge of guilt. Here I was in the middle of a pandemic where, for all intents and purposes, I had it good. I wasn’t hungry. I had shelter. I had my pickings of friends and family who offered up their homes in case my dorm forced me to evacuate abruptly. I felt like I was being a selfish brat for shed-

My first week at home was spent limp and lifeless, making sad attempts at trying to establish some

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stage. I was supposed to accept my diploma and pose for my parents’ cameras. I was supposed to receive my flowers. In front of everyone. This was supposed to be my moment. I am not supposed to be doing my thesis in my parents’ home. I should be burning the midnight oil in the library, in solidarity with another exhausted senior with graduation on the brain sitting a few feet away.

Sitting in my online classes feel pointless. I try my best to be as engaged over Zoom, but what’s the point? There’s no finish line to cross. Completing assignments do not feel like I am getting closer to graduation; they just feel like another thing to do.

I am not upset at anyone. I can’t blame anyone for the pandemic, but I can still grieve for my loss.

“It can’t end like that. It can’t be over. I’m not finished.” The words rang through my head as I hastily packed up my room.

I made a habit of waking up to check my phone for my university’s latest update on COVID-19.

Online classes for a few weeks?

Sure. Going home for a few weeks? I can deal. Going home and completing online classes for the rest of the semester?

That broke me. I cried every day for the next three weeks. I mourned my graduation. I mourned the jagged ending to the last four years of my life. I mourned the relationships that did not get a proper goodbye. I mourned the sunny days spent on the Yard with my friends. I mourned Friday nights on U Street with my classmates. I mourned the last hurrahs and senior activities that weren’t realized.

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ding tears over a ceremony.

Then, I thought about it. I had worked for 12 years to get into my dream school. While attending my dream school, I worked hard to get to graduation. I was supposed to be sitting in Burr Gymnasium, side by side with the people whom I had struggled and triumphed with for the last four years. My family was supposed to be sitting in the stands, waiting for my name to be called. I was supposed to hear my name ring through the speakers, summoning me to cross the

The coronavirus has snatched graduations, birthdays, vacations and, for too many, loved ones. For the United States, no clear end is in sight even as some cities gradually reopen.

Although there is no vaccine yet, we can all do our part to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Wash your hands and disinfect surfaces regularly, only leave the house for emergencies and essentials, and practice social distancing. Seeing people have parties, take trips and disregard CDC guidelines feels like a slap in the face to those of us who have had pieces of us taken by COVID-19.

No gatherings please; it’s the least you could do. 

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