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November 28,1983 Black Ink Page 5 Results of a black Who is the black student? What is he doing at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill? Currently, UNC-CH has a black enrollment of approx imately 1445 students. Of this population, many of these students have chosen to become an active part of the university by participating in several organiza tions. Although these organizations are extremely varied in their functions, the reasons for joining them are fairly standard. Kevin Jones, a senior political science/pre-law major from New Bern, said, by participating in several organizations he made personal improvements. "I have developed a sense of discipline, direction, and it has helped me in meeting and dealing with people," Jones said. Most students interviewed agreed. When asked if they were personally satisfied at UNC-CH, both negative and positive views were expressed. James Exum, a junior industrial relations major from Charlotte, said, "From my participation, I find at UNC there is an oppor tunity for blacks to achieve. It is difficult, but possible." Jones expressed two points of view. He said he is satisfied in that blacks are "developing as individuals," however, he expressed dissatisfaction in the grade point average of black students and the retention rate of black students. Those areas could stand improvement, he said. Darryl Crocker, a senior zoology/pre-med major from Spring Lake, was ecstatic over UNC-CH. "I find the university is challenging, because there are different people. I've gained an exposure to may different cultures," said Crocker. When asked how blacks were perceived on campus, the response was varied. With a positive perspective, Wolita Belvet, a junior computer science major from Fayetteville, said, "On this campus, blacks have more open- minded attitudes about goals. They are exposed to things in the real world." So agrees Vicky Sparrow, a senior psychology major from Clinton. "I view blakcs in a positive perspective," she said. "The majority realize their tasks and are trying to succeed." Michael Jordon, a junior geography major from Wilmington, also viewed blacks in a positive manner. He said he sees blacks on campus as moving up in to many campus organizations. This is a positive step," he said. A negative point of view was expressed by several students. "Blacks have a potential as a group and this is not fully utilized, for example in the black Greek system," said Stephen Jackson, a senior accounting major from Baltimore, Md. Lori Ann Harris, a senior public policy analysis major from Greensboro, was not pleased with the level of participation. "Black students are not participating enough," she said. "They should par ticipate in all aspects of the university not only black groups." James Exum agreed. "I fear many blacks are satisfied with just being here," said Exum. "More blacks should become involve, certainly with the Black Student Movement." Kevin Jones said blacks have a problem getting priorities in order. "They tend to get caught up in the social scheme of things," Jones said.k "Blacks need to be more involved in the system of the university. Blacks can't do like the white students. They need to learn how to get over." The following black students participated in this Black Student Profile: student profile Darryl Crocker Sr. Zoology/Pre-Med Spring Lake Air Force ROTC, BSM Pep Squad Norma Day Sr English Raleigh Residential Assistant James Exum Jr. Industrial Rel. Charlotte CGC Speaker, Carolina Union BOD, Chanvellors Comm-Status of Minorities and Disadvantaged William Fuller Sr. Industrial Rel. Chesapeake, Va. All-American Foot ball team. Omega Psi Phi Lydia Harris Sr. ADTU/Psyc Greensboro BSM Gospel Choir Stephen )ackson Sr Accounting Baltimore, Md. Opeyo Dancer, Residential Assistant Kevin Jones Sr. Poli Sci/Pre-Law New Bern Vice Chairman Undergrad Honor Court, Kappa Alpha Psi, Young Democrats, Chair man Minority Awarenesss Comm,, Order of Old Well, Order of Grail Michael Jordan 1r. Geography Wilmington, NC All-American UNC Basketballl team Kevin Monroe Sr. Poli Sc i/s PC H Spring Lake Student Body Pres. Vicky Sparrow Sr. Psyc Clinton, NC Opeyo Dancer, Omega Pearl Wolita Velvet Jr. Computer Sci. Fayetteville UNC Varsity Cheer ing Squad, Alpha Kappa Alpha Lori Ann Harris Sr. Public Policy Anal. Greensboro Social Comm, at Union, Senior Class Comm., Black- White Dialogue, Alpha Kappa Alpha Out of 13 people Survey Results 1. Majors Poli Sci(3) Psyc(2) Industrial Relations{2) OtheK6) 2. Major changed since freshmen yr? Yes(6) No(7) 'Changed from Econ.(6) 3. After Graduation Work(4) Scool(6) Both(l) Undecided(l) 4. Do You read Black Ink? Yes(ll) No(1) Sometimes(1) 5. Have job? Yes(6) No(7) 6. Receive financial aid? Yes(9) No(4) Loans-grants-sch- 7. Extra curricular act. 1-2(7) 3-5(4) Over 5(2) 8. Has participation helped? Yes(13) No( ) 9. Other organizations would liked to have been in? Yes(10*) No(3) 'Creek Organizations 10. Entertainment (weekend) Party(6) Movies(l) Shop(1) Visit(3) Other(2) 11. Attend many BSM functions? Yes(7) No(6) 12. Do in spare time Read(4) Sleep(5) Recreation(2) Other(2) 13. Are you a BSM member? Yes(7) No(6) 14. Academically satisfied? Yes(7) No(0) Somewhat(6) 15. Happy at UNC? Yes(9) No(0) Somewhat(4) 16 Perception of blacks on campus Positive{6) Negative(5) Neutral(2) Among other things, the survey shows the importance of blacks participating in university organizations. All those answering the survey stressed that by participating, many doors have been opened to them. The survey also shows that only half of those questioned were BSM members and attended BSM functions. CHRISTMAS Clearly now I understand the beauty of Christmas, How my Lord was born and saved the life of man. Rarely before had I given a thought to the day. Instead I wondered at the marvels and the Surprising delights that were involved to make the holiday. Transmission of the soul must occur for the day to be truly Merry, I often bend close to the earth, search the heavens. And give thanks in prayer. Again, Father on this day of Christmas, Show me the way to express nothing but happiness and love, and make this Christmas the most beautiful of all. by Regina S. Newell SEMESTER BLUES Sometimes I wish morning would never come — For when morning comes and I am still here I must face the world and all of its problems, cares and concerns. When the sun comes up one more time I can no longer lie here in peace and comfort. Yes I must finish the incompleted, start on what is already past due and catch up from behind — And last night's love will be a tomorrow memory. Sometimes 1 wish morning would never come. .. But Thank Goodness It Does! by Jennifer McCabe
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