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Tt Is a Shame Ok. So we knew something was going to happen. However, we must admit that we were quite surprised when we noticed that the statue depicting an African- American male holding a basketball had been defaced. After reporting the incident to the police and speaking with the officer dispatched to investigate the incident, we earned that Sunday night was one of the first nights that the statues had not been placed under 24 hour watch. Although some adversaries of the statues may be delighted that this act of vandalism occurred, it seems dis appointing and slightly disgusting to us. It is sad that the statue was defaced. No matter how negative or unfair one feels Julia Balk’s sculpture is, it is not justification for the vandalism of her work. However, as Laura Anderson, BSM minister of information, pointed out to us, the true disappointment is that after all of the protest, demonstra tion and obvious disapproval of the statues, the only visible action taken regarding the sculpture is one of a mindless vandal. We do not believe that vandalism or violence is a necessary imp>etus for change. Nor do we condone this act of vandalism. We do, however, plan to hold steadfast in our belief that students should not be forced to view art that is offensive to them and their race. We also plan to continue to hold Chancellor Hardin and other members of the administration responsible for well being and quality of life for all students on campus. All students should be able to live in an enviomment that does not constantly force stereotypes on them. Granted, ending racial preju dice is a incredible demand, placing these offensive stat ues in another location is quite simple. We hope that administrators will realize this. On a lighter note, we would like to welcome you back We hope that you have been able to keep all of your New Year’s resolutions so far and that being a part of the Black Ink staff in 1991 is one of them. Tonight we are having our first meeting and all students, faculty and staff are wel come. Good Luck on calling Caroline and we hope that you all have an excellent semester. Peace — Erika F. Campbell and Akinwole N’Gai_Wrigl^ Black Ink "The essence of freedom is understanding" Editora^in^Mef Erika F. Campbell, Akinwole N'Gai Wright Assistant Editors: E>ebbie Baker, Tim Little Business Managen Andre Tippens Staftjames Benton, Chris Brown, Corey Brown, Lem Butler, Teresa Jefferson, Sheba Lowe, Roger Madison, Chandra McLean, Charles McNair, Terrence Garrison, Anthony Peay, Daniel Peddle, Michelle Thomas, Tonika Tillman Calendar Coordinator; Raquel Bushnell ContrlbutorsiDana Lumsden Inside Black Ink Monday, January 14,1991 —Cover Story— A Negative Act Is A Lesson. Story by Dana Clinton Lumsden —A Negative Act. Pages 6-7 —Current Events— The tenth annual Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration will be held January 20-27 at UNC. The observance will begin with the University/Community Banquet at 7 p.m., January 20, in the UNC ballrooms of the Carolina Inn. -MLK Week: A Birthday Celebration Page 3 —Reflections A disproportionate number of African-American students come from economically- disadvantaged backgrounds, which may inhibit them from seeking higher education. The federal government has created several financial aid programs to provide all students with an equal opportunity to attend college. However, in December of 1990, the U.S. Department of Education declared that r^ially-based scholarships violated the Civil Rights Act of 1964. --On Minority Scholarships — Pages 4-5 —People, Arts and Entertainment —SARAFINA! The Music of Liberation “Album Review: Fehhles' Always “Point After Touchdown Pages 8-9 Commentary— African American authors, scholars and creative writers have long captured black culture and intertwined it with a social awareness. To dispel and correct black myths and stereotypes, myths created and established by a dominant white society, African Ameri cans must begin to redefine themselves. —Required Reading Page 10 —Endsights— —Blaxploitation- 1990s Style -Top Ten Reasons Why The Struggle Must Continue Page 11 About the Cover Cover Photo by Eiika F. Campbcll/Aiact Ink Black Ivk, founded in 1969. »the weekly newspaper of the Blade Scudem Movement u the Univeraty of North Canrfina at Chapel Hia It is published Mondays during ihe academic year and does not discrimJrate on the basis of sac, sexual orientation, religion, r»ce. ethinc origin or handicap. 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