WOYM:
Fast Food Nation
Author comes to XU
pg. 5
Remembering
9/11
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The Xavier Herald
September 13-September 27, 2011
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Xavier University Of Louisiana Established in 1925
New year, new look for Xavier University
Mud-filled lots, construction cranes, and building materials have become fixtures around Xavier’s
campus, leaving those who roam the campus to ponder the secret behind the metal construction fences.
Xavier’s Office of Facility Planning and Management has taken on a number of physical on-campus
construction projects under the direction of Vice President of facility planning and management Marion
Bracy. The St. Katharine Drexel Chapel and St. Joseph’s Hall are up next on the list for completion.
The St. Katharine Drexel Chapel is approximately 11,000 square feet and will seat more than 400 people
in the main sanctuary. St. Joseph’s Hall will house the writing center and math center, as well as offices
for career services, health services, graduate placement, and others. Dangie Food Mart located next to the
Health Services office was recently demolished to make room for more campus improvements.
Bracy feels the recent construction will enhance the university wonderfully from a physical and functional
standpoint. With these renovations, students can expect better functioning modern facilities, more available
space and the opportunity to take part in the growth of Xavier University.
—Rosalyn Kent
Dangie Food Mart prior to demolition.
St. Joseph’s Hall in its final stage of completion.
The empty lot where Dangie Food Mart stood.
Stage I
Stage II
Members of the St. Katharine Drexel Chapel
Committee get a private tour.
Stage III
(above) The progression stages of St. Katharine Drexel.
Stage IV
Photos by Irving Johnson III
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September 13-September 27, 2011
Freshmen Experience
“How are you adapting to taking college courses, making new friends,
and gaining a new feeling of independence?”
By Brooke Adams
Staff Writer
“I honestly have to say that I am currently enjoying my
stay here at Xavier University. It is pretty fun, and the
residence hall is nice. The transition has been pretty
good. Even though I’m a Business Managmement major,
I have a lot of time on my hands. I really do not do
much, and I need to find stuff to keep me busy while not
in class. I like the adjustment, and I feel independent.”
“Being on a college campus is good because you have a lot
of free time, but it is also a bad thing. Sometimes I feel like
the free time is bad because you have so much that you can
put off for later and trying to finish it at the last minute is
tough. Making new friends was fun and pretty cool.”
Ernest Lumpkins, accounting
Taylor Brown, business management
“The transition from high school to college was not that
hard because once you start something you get used to it.
I do have a lot more freedom, and the one thing I will have
to learn to do is manage my time. The whole experience
has been fun and I feel kind of independent being here on
campus. I am very social and making new friends was not
that hard for me.”
“Being on a college campus is a totally different
experience. I went to an all-boys school, and to be out
here surrounded by all the beautiful ladies is wonderful.
I am happy as can be. I am from the city, and I knew a lot
of people before coming to Xavier. I basically hang with
the same people I did when I was in high school.”
Daniel Lacour, chemistry pre-pharmacy
Jessie Turner, engineering
“It is different from high school because I have to actually
do homework now. I have to be on top of everything, but
in high school you could do whatever you wanted. I cannot
be late turning in work. I have more breaks and more down
time. It is actually easier to me.”
“It feels good to be in college because it is a good
experience. You have more things to do because there
are more parties and events to go to. I feel a sense of
independence because no one is telling me what to do.”
Kelsey Cotton, chemistry pre-pharmacy
Chuan Bolden, chemistry pre-pharmacy
“I am a very friendly person so making new friends was
not hard for me. I am totally on my own and, no one
is telling me what to do. You know what you need to
do so you might as well get it done. I feel extremely
independent because now I have to manage my money,
what I am going to do during the week, and the biggest
thing is my time.”
“At my school we did AP styling, and it was a lot of
lectures. It felt like I was in college, but the only difference
is we used visual aids. Now that I am in college there is no
more visual aids, and it is just all on you. It has not really
been that difficult for me to adjust to the college life. It has
been easy, but some courses you can see the difference.
I have had a great time making new friends, and I have
found people that I can hang out with.”
Jordan Pierre, biology pre-med
Sydney Wing, psychology pre-med
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September 13-September 27, 2011
Avoiding the infamous “Freshman 15”
By Mylinh A. Hoang
Staff Writer
Welcome to the college life,
freshmen! If you’re living away
from home then you’re probably
experiencing pure bliss right
now because you can do almost
anything you want, whenever
you want. The downside to such
freedom is you end up “letting
yourself go.” Yes, you know what
I’m talking about: making poor
eating choices, inactivity, and
insufficient sleep time.
These are the main reasons why
many freshmen gain a whopping
15 pounds after their first year
of college. You can avoid “the
freshman 15” by taking care of
yourself and making the right
choices.
Weekly schedule
Time management is your best
friend when it comes to handling
school, joining extracurricular
activities, studying, working, and
hanging out with your friends.
It’s important to plan each
week so you have an idea of what
the week is going to be like and
know what you can and can’t do.
Whether you use a physical
calendar or a calendar on your
electronic device, it will help you
see what’s coming up in your
schedule. A calendar will help
you be organized and you’ll be
able to see how you can prepare
yourself.
Healthy eating choices
For those who have the allyou-can-eat dining pass, it’s hard
to resist going for seconds and
sometimes thirds when the Friday
special is fried catfish, but you
must resist! Limit yourself to one
plate. Nutritionists recommend
half a plate of vegetables, onefourth of carbohydrates, and onefourth of protein.
Xavier University welcomes
best-selling author Eric Schlosser
By Ariel Johnson
Managing Editor
Have you ever wondered
about what goes on behind the
counters at your favorite fast-food
restaurant? Why do McDonald’s
fries taste so good? What’s
really in the meat? These are all
questions that best-selling author
Eric Schlosser answers in his indepth investigative journalism
expose entitled, “Fast Food
Nation.”
There’s more. In Schlosser’s
expose, he unveils the riveting
fact that a chemical analysis of
McNuggets by a Harvard Medical
School researcher showed that
the meat more closely resembles
beef than poultry because they
are cooked in beef tallow, just like
McDonald’s fries.
Schlosser will deliver an address
at Xavier on September 19 in the
UC Ballroom at 7p.m. Quality
Enhancement
Programming
Director Jason Todd hopes
that students will utilize this
opportunity to interact with
Schlosser and adopt a new
perspective about the in depth
exploration of the how and why
America has become a fast food
nation.
Immediately following the
lecture will be a reception
featuring the nearby Holly
grove Market and Farm which
is a community operated organic
gardening initiative in the Greater
New Orleans area. Hollygrove
Markey and Farm will be present
to provide samples of their
produce and speak about their
services.
“Fast Food Nation” has
helped start a revolution in how
Americans think about what they
eat. As an investigative journalist,
Schlosser has devoted his career
to publishing works that speak
out against the exploitation
Snacks are a constant temptation.
When you see a vending machine,
pass up those goodies packed
with sodium, sugar, and calories.
Grab some extra fruit from the
dining hall and keep it in your
bag as a nutritious and delicious
snack. If you have a mini-fridge
in your dorm room, then stock up
on fruits, carrots, celery, cheese,
skim milk, and small cans/bottles
of sugar-free drinks.
Don’t totally deprive yourself!
Look to reduced fat, lower
sodium, crackers and chips, nuts,
bite-sized dark chocolate, lightly
battered popcorn, pretzels, and
diet sodas.
of working class citizens and
exposing thriving underground
economies.
As his bio page states, Schlosser
authored two New York Times
best selling books, Fast Food
Nation (2001) and Reefer
Madness (2003). Schlosser also
works as a producer on films such
as Fast Food Nation (2006) and
executive producer of There Will
Be Blood (2008).
Schlosser’s “Fast Food Nation”
has been designated as this year’s
Read Today; Lead Tomorrow
shared reading selection for
freshman seminar courses and
faculty and staff members. Todd
led committee that selected “Fast
Food Nation” after a 10-month
selection process. Todd hopes
that “Fast Food Nation” will
enable students to be a part of a
larger literary community.
For more information, contact:
Dr. Jason Todd at jtodd@xula.edu
or (504) 520-5353.
Move it
Get your body moving for at
least 30 minutes a day and get
your heart rate going. Exercise
can boost your mood whether
you go running, dancing, jumping
rope, or participating in your
favorite sport. It’s okay if your
schedule doesn’t allow you to
work out everyday, but try to do
some type of physical activity at
least three days a week.
Sleep tight
School can really take a toll
on your wellbeing, but it’s vital
to your body’s health that you get
at least 7-8 hours of sleep a night.
When you don’t get enough sleep,
you end up binge eating because
you have to refuel yourself to
get energy. It’s also difficult to
concentrate in classes and you’ll
end up dozing off.
Fast Food Nation Author to Speak at Xavier
Investigative journalist Eric Schlosser,
the author of Fast Food Nation, this year’s
shared reading, will be on campus Monday,
September 19, to speak about injustice in the
American food industry. Schlosser will speak
at 7:00 in the McCaffrey Ballroom in the
University Center. Doors will open at 6:30.
Please arrive early, as seating will be limited.
While first-year students are reading and
discussing Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side
of the All-American Meal in their Freshman
Seminars, everyone on campus is encouraged
to engage this fascinating study of that
uniquely American cuisine, fast food. Members of the university community can read
the book on their own or gather with friends
and co-workers to discuss it in a book club.
Schlosser will speak and take questions
from 7 to 8. Following this will be a reception featuring Hollygrove Market and Farm,
an urban farm, local produce market, and
community garden space that provides fresh,
local produce to underserved neighborhoods
in New Orleans.
FAST FOOD FACTS
Odds that an American will
eat at a fast food restaurant
on any given day: 1 in 4.
(U.S. News & World Report)
Odds that an American child
will eat at a McDonald's in
any given month: 9 in 10.
(U.S. News & World Report)
Amount of money Americans
spent on fast food in the year
2005: $134 billion.
(Chew on This)
Investigative journalist Eric
Schlosser will speak at 7 PM on
Monday, September 19.
For more information about Schlosser &
Fast Food Nation, visit http://read.xula.edu
and select Shared Reading from the menu.
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What’s on your mind?
“Do you remember where you were, and how you reacted when you first heard the
news of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. How have you commemorated the
day in the past 10 years?”
By Brooke Adams
Staff Writer
“When I heard about 9/11 I was in the locker room during
my physical education class. Everybody had told me that two
planes had hit the twin towers in New York. I was in disbelief,
and I thought everyone was playing. They let us of class to
watch it on CNN. It was amazing, and I could not believe
what I was watching. It was unbelieveable. The news have
been telling us to keep an eye out about terriots attacks. My
parents have put up flags in front our house in honor of the
victims.”
Terrence Newton, sophomore, biology pre-med
“I was at school in the 4th grade. We were having social
studies, and my teacher came and told us the news. He
was crying because his brother and nephew were coming
back from New York City that morning. I was shocked and
scared, and did not know what was going to happen. While
I was in school they always had the ringing of the bells
ceremony to remember those who lost their lives. I ring the
bell and also have a moment of silence.”
Kelly Lockett, sophomore, pre-med
“I was in my apartment in Atlanta, Ga. It was really
sad when I heard about the 9/11 event. It was a little
depressing, and when I got to school they had a moment
of silence for the victims. We talked about how the
victims were reacting, and how we could help them.
Every year I always have a moment of silence, and try to
think of how everything played out.”
“When the attacks on the twin towers happen I was in sixth
grade. I remember everyone was going crazy because their
parents were bankers. They thought they were going to
blow up the Chicago area. I was upset and I called my
mom and dad. They told me everything was all right,
but they still picked me up from school. Every year I do
not really do anything big, but I do say a pray and take a
moment to remember the victims.”
Briana Bryson, senior, chemistry pre-pharmacy
Reggie Mills, sophomore, accounting
“I was in fourth-grade in my chorus class. My teacher did
not let us do anything, and we had to watch the television.
It was a very sad day, and I did not feel a sense of lost. I
was young, and really did not understand what was going
on. I have never done anything for this day, but I do plan
to have a moment of silence this year when I wake up.
This is the 10th year, and I want to remember those who
died.”
“For 9/11 all I do is a moment of silence. When it happened
I was in the fifth grade, and every year up until my senior
year we just had a moment of silence. We would just sit there
and pray for the victims. I was on the bus heading to school,
and I had English my first period. When I walked into the
classroom the television was on. I did not understand what
was going on until later in the day the teachers explained to us.
I could not believe what I was seeing.”
Shannel Cunninghum, sophomore, psychology
pre-med
Bradley Patterson, junior, psychology pre-med
“I was in school when the planes hit the Twin Towers. I
remember watching it on television, and could not believe
what was happening. Right after Sept.11 I started attending
community service events. This is a day that should not be
forgotten, and people should remember everyone who lost
their lives.”
“I was in fifth grade, and we watched the television
the entire time. My teacher kept the news on the whole
day. The children in my class started crying because
they did not understand what was going on. I felt bad
for the people, and I was sad about the lives that were
taken. I have not done anything, but this year I plan to
get a group of my friends together and have a moment
of silence.”
Stephanie Vaughan, junior, chemistry pre-pharmacy
Garrett Jones, junior, pre-pharmacy
“I was in fourth grade in class, and I remember
my teacher turning on the television. She could
not believe what was going on. I did not really
know anyone in New York, and I was not there
so it did not hit home for me. I have watched
different shows about the special day, and I
will have a moment of silence this year for the
victims.”
“On Sept.11 I was in the fourth grade and in my math class. My
teacher came in and turned on the television, and we watched
the second tower fall. I was young and I honestly did not feel
anything. I could not understand what was going on, but I do feel
it was a wide spread fear. I will definitely go to Mass, and pray
for everyone who died on that day.”
Jordan Jarrett, junior, business
Dereca Washington, junior, psychology pre-med
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Arts & Ente
Movie Review
“The Help’s”point of view
By Cassie Smith
A&E Editor
“The Help” is a brilliant
capture of the Civil Rights
Movement during a time when
tension was at its highest between African-American maids
and their white employers.
The film is set in 1963 in Jackson, Miss., during the Jim Crow
Era. Eugenia “Skeeter” Phelan
(Emma Stone) returns home
after graduating from college to
pursue her dream as a journalist. She begins writing for the
local newspaper as an advice
columnist for homemakers.
Skeeter, who is overwhelmed
with questions, asks her good
friend’s maid Abileen Clark
(Viola Davis) for help. Abileen
begins helping Skeeter with
the columns. Skeeter soon is
put in an uncomfortable position when her friend Hilly Holbrook (Bryce Howard) brings
up her proposal for “Home Help
Sanitation Initiation,” suggest-
Album Review
Lil Wayne “Tha Carter IV”
By Anthony Lotten
Staff Writer
Coming off yet another successful
mixtape entitled Sorry for the Wait, the
Grammy Award-winning rapper Lil’
Wayne picks up where he left off three
years ago with the latest installment
in the Carter series, “Tha Carter IV.”
This highly anticipated rap album
delivers to eager fans and occasional
listeners alike. It seems that Lil’ Wayne’s
recent incarceration in New York’s
Riker’s Island influenced him to explore
deeper lyrical content while maintaining
his traditional clever punch lines on
most of his songs. All of the album’s
production is thoughtfully constructed
with beats that are designed to be heard
in concert or played out loud. For those
who aren’t fond of the “Auto-Tune Lil’
Wayne” they’ll be surprised and happy
to hear that little auto-tune was used
on “Tha Carter IV.” The only possible
downsides to the album might be the
use of excessive vulgarity and concept
redundancy. Some of his word choice
can be taken as offensive and he mainly
raps about the same egocentric topics.
Special guests who appear on “Tha
Carter IV” are Drake, Andre 3000
from the rap group “Outkast” and
many others. Some noteworthy songs
include the Top 10 Billboard singles
“6’7” featuring Cory Gunz and “She
Will” featuring Drake. Another album
favorite is, “Nightmares from the
Bottom,” which the rapper performed
on MTV’s “Unplugged.” With “Tha
Carter IV,” Lil Wayne has put together
an exceptional album and reclaimed his
position as one of the best rappers alive.
GOOD
ing the help should have separate bathrooms than the family.
Feeling uneasy about the discussion, Skeeter comes up with
the idea of a book written in
the point of view of the help.
Skeeter first reaches out to Abileen, who has raised 17 white
children and in the process lost
her only son to a white driver.
Abileen, at first hesitant, begins telling her story to Skeeter.
Skeeter sends the first draft to an
editor in New York who falls in
love with the idea and tells Skeeter to get more stories from other
maids. Abileen asks her sassy,
comedic friend and fellow maid
Minnie Jackson (Octavia Spencer) to help. Although concerned
for their safety, more maids agree
to tell their stories. The result is
the publication of “The Help.”
This box office hit is captivating, surprising, and succeeds in
its exploration of racism in the
1960s. This is a must-see movie.
gREAT
Album Review
“Run the World(Girls)”
By Breia Gordon
Staff Writer
Beyoncé’s “4” exudes her
love and commitment through
upbeat tracks like “End of
Time” & “Countdown”. Beyoncé’s newest album displays her continuous growth
in vocal range and lyrical
content. The singer remains
true to her girl power message
with her first single, “Run the
World (Girls)” which received
controversial and lackluster
responses. The album pulls
in a range of new listeners
by blurring the lines of songs
such as “I Miss You” cowritten by new artist Frank
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Ocean. Beyoncé still satisfies
her faithful fans with her traditional, yet astounding vocals in “Best Thing I Never
Had”, which piggybacks off
her 2006 hit “Irreplaceable”
as it echoes the same message,
attitude and concept. She continues to illustrate her strong
vocals in her second single
off her album, “1+1.” The
singer recently premiered her
upbeat single “Love on Top”
at the VMA’s where she also
announced her pregnancy
with husband, Shawn “Jay-Z”
Carter. Beyoncé maintains her
vocal strength and proves why
she continues to stay on top.
“4” is now available in stores.
GOOD
September 13-September 27, 2011
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ertainment
Gettin’ Back Into the Swing
Adigwe said that if you have
a goal you should always
keep that goal in mind when
transitioning back to school.
“I like to be alone when working
and have music on because that
helps me focus,” Adigwe said.
Here are a few more helpful tips on how to make the
transition a bit smoother:
By Taylor Dupre
Staff Writer
On Aug. 22, the first day of
classes, you got up, showered,
got dressed and headed to school
as if the last three months of
summer break never existed.
Three weeks later, and it’s still hard
to get out of bed and get to class
on time, right? How can students
get back into the swing of college?
“See, I was used to sleeping late
and now I have 8 a.m. classes,” said
Amber Charles, a mass communication major from New Orleans.
Charles explained that in order to
get focused she has to get plenty of
rest and surround herself with people who can help her stay focused.
Olisa Adigwe, a sophomore
chemistry/pre-pharmacy major
from Massachusetts, had a different take on how to get motivated.
1) Get to bed a little early.
2) Eat breakfast. Even if
you’re not a breakfast person,
eat something.
3) Have an ASSIGNMENTS
ONLY calendar in your room
to help track your schedule.
4) Switch your study style.
Classes get harder every
semester. If the way you’re
studying for a certain class
isn’t working, change your
method of studying.
5) It’s possible to have fun
on campus. Get active at the
university by joining a club
you would enjoy.
SGA vs. XAB Cook-Off
Photos by Alyssa Mercadel
Nicholas Alexander and Jerlicia
Gooden host SGA/XAB Cook-off.
(l-r) Mia Holmes, Miss Xavier,
and Corrine Williams, 1st Lady
pass food to students.
Bradley Patterson gets rice for
his dish.
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Danielle White chops limes for
her dish.
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The “Christ-Event” and you
By Father Giles Conwill
Chaplain, Xavier University
Several years ago I was
fortunate and blessed to join with
a few other African American
Catholic scholars in the writing
of the book, “Taking Down Our
Harps: Black Catholics in the
United States.” In the book, I state
that some theologians refer to the
effect that Christ has had on the
universe as “The Christ-Event.”
Continuing on, I say:
The ‘Christ-Event’ has universal
effect and implications. It
encompasses all reality.
It
includes not only the life,
death, and resurrection of Jesus,
but also his effect as Cosmic
Lord, Cultural Constant, and
Personal Redeemer of each
individual. Yes, the Christ-Event
encompasses the entire universe
and every galaxy along with its
past, present, future, and possible
creatures. It encompasses all
earthly cultures and religions,
whether they acknowledge him
or not. It includes every person
who has existed or who will ever
exist in the future. In fact, every
being, including time and history,
is related to and accountable to
Christ in an organic way…The
Christ-Event includes all that
God has done and will do through
Christ in both the eternal and
temporal dimensions.
My intention was to reflect what
St. Paul says in the first chapter of
his Letter to the Colossians where
he writes: “For by Him [Christ],
God created everything in heaven
and on earth…God created the
whole universe through Him and
for Him.” Our God is so infinitely
grand that it boggles the mind to
just think about Him. Just think:
one part of the universe, The
Milky Way Galaxy, has billions
of stars, yet the awesome Creator
God through Jesus, wants to have
a personal relationship with little
ol’ you, and little ol’ me. It’s such
a blessing just to have been called
into being.
We members of the Staff of
the Office of Campus Ministry
are here to minister to you in
the name of this Jesus, “The
Christ”—i.e. “The Anointed
One.” Our primary desire is to
make sure that you grow in your
love and knowledge of Him and
that you show that love by your
service to others in His Name – no
matter what your denominational
affiliation may be.
Listed here are some of what
we offer in terms of learning and
service and prayer:
Sunday Worship – Mass @ 12:30
p.m. in Univ. Chapel
Weekday Worship – Mass @ 12
Noon in Univ. Chapel
Ministry Weekly Programs
Mondays: Christian Drama @
6 p.m. in Univ. Chapel
Tuesdays: Sacred Dance @ 6
p.m. in Univ. Chapel
Tuesdays: Religious Ed. @ 7
p.m. in ADM, Rm. 102
Wednesdays: Bible Study @ 7
p.m. in ADM, Rm. 102
Thursdays: Gospel Choir
Rehearsal @ 6 p.m. in Univ.
Chapel
Other OCM Ministries/
Activities, Prayer Circles in
dorms; Ministers of Hospitality/
Ushers; Lectors/Readers at
Mass; Prayer Service for Final
Exams; Retreats; Revivals;
Spiritual Direction; Counseling;
Sacrament of Reconciliation;
Adoration of the Blessed
Sacrament.
Won’t you drop by our office in
the Administration Building next
to the Chapel? Won’t you join
us? Check our Campus Ministry
website for upcoming events.
God is so good. He’s indeed an
Awesome God.
September 13-September 27, 2011
Q & A with Academic Affairs
New scholarships available;
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Is it true that Xavier has some
new scholarship programs?
Effective Fall 2011, several
new scholarship programs were
implemented. New scholarships
for first time entering freshmen
include:
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The Board of Trustees
Scholarship: Selected
recipients of The Board of
Trustees Scholarship will
receive full tuition, fees,
room and board, and an
annual book voucher in the
amount of $1000.
The President’s Scholarship.
Selected recipients of The
President’s Scholarship will
receive full tuition, campus
accommodations, and an
annual $500 book voucher.
The St. Katharine Drexel
Scholarship: Valedictorians
or salutatorians from any
U.S. Catholic high school
are eligible to receive this
full-tuition scholarship.
The Norman C. Francis
Scholarship. Valedictorians
or salutatorians from public
high schools in Orleans
and Jefferson parishes are
eligible to receive this fulltuition scholarship.
A new Departmental Scholarship
program has been implemented
as well. Each department has
established criteria for awarding
these Scholarships. New and
continuing students are eligible
to apply for the Departmental
Scholarships. Interested students
should check with the Chair’s
office to obtain information
regarding the application
process.
Reminder: All students must
swipe their ID cards to verify
attendance in each class.
What are the consequences for
students who do not scan their
ID and/or are unaccounted
for?
Students must bring their
XU Id cards to class for each
meeting. It is the student’s
responsibility to notify the
instructor if for some reason he/
she fails to bring the card to a
particular class meeting.
The obligation to scan the XU
Id card is not a responsibility
that students should treat
lightly. The federal government
continues to impose standards
of accountability and expected
academic performance as terms
of continued student eligibility to
qualify for Federal Student Aid.
(L-R) Fr. Giles Conwill, Ph.D., Director, Dwight Fitch, Music Minister, Ms. Judy
Legier, Minster of Sacred Dance, Cynthia Jackson Administrative Assistant, Lisa
McLain, Associate Director, and Deacon Harold Vincent.
Words of Inspiration
“Oh, Lord, grant that we may love You the way You deserve to be loved.”
Sister Roberta Smith, SBS, one of the founders of Xavier Archives, heard Mother Katharine say
this when she, Sister Roberta, was a postulant. Sister Roberta entered the order on Oct. 14, 1937, and
received the habit as a novice on Aug. 19, 1938, making her first vows on Aug. 22, 1940.
From “Writings of St. Katharine Drexel,” archives of the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament.
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September 13-September 27, 2011
The X-ncubator is HERE!
Coming Events
Now: X-ncubator Membership Applications are being accepted.
Oct. 25Entrepreneurship Day.
Activities include a forum on the Black Hair Care Industry.
Oct. 29Community Day
What is the X-ncubator?
The X-ncubator is a small business incubator for students of Xavier University who already have
a business or have an idea for a business that they want to have. It is an innovative, educational
learning laboratory and a program of Xavier’s Entrepreneurship Institute of the Division of
Business that is designed to inspire and educate students interested in entrepreneurship and
small business ownership. As a member, student business owners explore and implement
business ideas with the support of Xavier faculty and experienced business professionals.
Must I have a business already to become a member?
There is no requirement to have a business to become a member. To become a member you
must have a business idea that you are serious about implementing, or have a business already.
How do I become an X-ncubator member or get more information?
Simply complete the Membership Application and return it to Professor Mark Quinn, Xavier
South, Room 340-N, or via e-mail at mquinn@xula.edu. Applications are accepted at any
time; however, space is limited and acceptance as a member is competitive so applicants are
encouraged to apply immediately.
X-ncubator funding is provided by the LA Board of Regents, Capital One Bank, and
Xavier University.
Letter from career services
Dear students,
As an alumna, I have a
special interest in helping my
fellow Xavierites to succeed.
My Xavier education was
excellent and upon graduation
I and my classmates were well
equipped to pursue our career
goals. I can assure you that you
too will receive an outstanding
education from this institution.
However, a college degree is
not a ticket that automatically
guarantees you the job of
your choice or entrance
into
graduate/professional
school. Your future rests in
YOUR hands and you must be
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proactive in ensuring that you
obtain education outside of the
classroom as well. By that, I
mean that while you acquire
“hard skills” or technical
knowledge from your classes,
you also need “soft skills” to
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The Office of Career Services
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in case you missed it
Rising Tide VI
New pharmacy students Ankur Chudasama and
Jarred Binney wear their new coats.
Chris Boudy gives pointers for
Tech School presentation.
Dr. Kimberly Chandler speaks at the
event.
Pharmacy
student signs
Hippocratic
Oath.
White Coat
Ceremony
Alexis Gosserand proudly displays her
pharmacy coat.
Book vendor caters to attendee at Rising
Tide event.
Organizational Fair
Felice Gaddis and Yves Young
talk to Maura Jones about
X.U.L.O.V.E.
Sophomore Jarvis Carter talks to a freshman about
the Peer Dean Association.
Photos by Alyssa Mercadel, Jerry Stewart, and D.J. Onuaguluchi.
(l-r) Mrs. Typhani Jasper-Butler, Jerlicia Gooden, Miss Xavier Mia
Holmes, Briana Bell.
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