The Spokesman, Sep 24, 2008

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Organizational Fair: Held on September 17, the annual Organizational Fair featured numerous on-campus organizations, attracting many students with free treats and music. Popular groups included sororities, fraternities, the Leading Ladies, Performing Arts Society, and the Student Government Association (SGA)​(The Spokesman, Sep 24, …)​. Memorial for Kenneth N. Harris, Sr.: The edition mourns the loss of alumnus and former Baltimore City Councilman Kenneth N. Harris, Sr., who was a strong advocate for change in the Northeast Baltimore Community. Harris was actively involved with Morgan State University and various community organizations​(The Spokesman, Sep 24, …)​. Global Economic Downturn: The global economy faces challenges as Lehman Brothers collapses and Bank of America acquires Merrill Lynch. The economic crisis and its impact on students and the broader community are discussed​(The Spokesman, Sep 24, …)​. Sports: The Morgan State Bears football team won against the North Carolina Central Eagles 49-7 and prepared to play Winston-Salem Rams. The game was noted for its high number of turnovers and strong defensive plays​(The Spokesman, Sep 24, …)​. Freshman SGA Elections: Freshman candidates delivered speeches on September 16, competing for positions in the Freshman Student Government Association. The speeches highlighted students' enthusiasm and potential for leadership​(The Spokesman, Sep 24, …)​. Hurricane Impact on Oil Refineries: Hurricane Ike caused significant damage to oil refineries in Texas, leading to concerns about the impact on gasoline prices and the nation's energy infrastructure​(The Spokesman, Sep 24, …)​. Illegal Immigration and Identity Theft: The issue of illegal immigration and identity theft is discussed, focusing on cases of illegal immigrants using fraudulent Social Security numbers and the consequences for affected individuals​(The Spokesman, Sep 24, …)​. Editorial and Opinion Pieces: Various opinion pieces cover topics such as the influence of Sarah Palin in the 2008 presidential election, the power of a smile, and the importance of leadership and community involvement​(The Spokesman, Sep 24, …)​. Matriculation Convocation: The 2nd annual Matriculation Convocation welcomed incoming freshmen, with speeches emphasizing the importance of academic success and timely graduation​(The Spokesman, Sep 24, …)​. Creative and Literary Works: The edition features poetry and creative writing by students, showcasing their talents and providing a platform for expression​(The Spokesman, Sep 24, …)​.