The Spokesman - April 27, 1990

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creativework.datePublishedThe Spokesman - Friday, 11-09-2012EN
dc.contributorTorine V. Brooks, Editor
dc.contributor.authorThe Editorial Team
dc.contributor.departmentCommunications
dc.contributor.programStudent Media
dc.date.accessioned2024-10-17T18:39:55Z
dc.date.available2024-10-17T18:39:55Z
dc.date.issued1990-04-27
dc.description.abstractTributes to Notable Figures: Verda Freeman Welcome, the first Black woman senator in the U.S. and a Morgan State College graduate, passed away at 83. Reverend Albert David Abernathy, leader of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) and close associate of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., passed away and was buried in Chicago. Morgan State University News: The ongoing student protests at Morgan State University are addressed. Students have made various demands, including better campus lighting, security booths, and improved communication between faculty and administration. Plans for the upcoming graduation ceremony are discussed, with changes due to construction on Hurt Gymnasium. The procession route has been altered, causing some discontent among students. Campus Issues: Commentary on the state of campus facilities, with complaints about poor maintenance, inadequate heating, and unclean conditions. The closure and planned renovations of Baldwin and Cummings dormitories, which will displace students and lead to the need for alternative housing arrangements. Student Government and Leadership: An interview with President Earl Richardson covers his tenure, financial management, and responses to student grievances and protests. Newly elected Student Government Association (SGA) President Chante Anderson emphasizes the need for an African-centric curriculum and greater student involvement in campus facilities. Cultural and Social Commentary: Various opinion pieces and editorials address campus life, including issues of respect and decorum at campus events, the importance of physical appearance, and the challenges faced by Black students and communities. Events and Activities: Coverage of recent and upcoming events such as the Mr. & Miss Morgan Pageant, talent shows, and theatre productions. Announcement of the Annual Spring Art Exhibition organized by the Art Department, showcasing student work. Entertainment Reviews: Reviews of films like "The First Power" and "The Hunt for Red October," praising their suspense and quality. An overview of the Morgan State University Choir’s performances and their impact on students. Miscellaneous: Information on early bird registration for the Chesapeake Bay Bicycle Tour. A notice about the Hampton Heritage Festival focusing on slavery and Afro-American history. Classified ads for tutoring services, room rentals, and help wanted notices for The Spokesman.
dc.format.extentFull edition of 12 pages
dc.genrenewspapers
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/11603/36652
dc.language.isoen_US
dc.publisherMorgan State University
dc.relation.ispartofseries1990 - 1999 Editions
dc.rightsProperty of Morgan State University
dc.rightsAttribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United Statesen
dc.rights.urihttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/us/
dc.subjectMemorials and Obituaries
dc.subjectNews - Campus and Local
dc.subjectGraduation Information
dc.subjectMorgan State Controversy
dc.subjectEditorials and Opinions, Editor’s Comments
dc.subjectStudent extracurricular activities and cultural events
dc.subjectArts, Dance, Fashion, Theatre, Visual Displays
dc.titleThe Spokesman - April 27, 1990
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