International Student Diversify Hampton University's Campus Life

Many Students that attend Hampton University are not only from Virginia but from all over the world, from Bermuda to California to the Philippians. Some students from other countries may not still be living in their home country, but they still manage to hear about the Hampton University and its campus life. 


Dardinia Joseph, or DJ, is a senior Journalism and Communications major from the island Dominica, which is an island nation in the Caribbean Sea. "I heard about the school's journalism program, how it is second in the country" she said. "Also I wanted to go to an HBCU to participate in the black experience." She aspires to work in the field of print journalism.


Although DJ loves going to Hampton University she sometimes get home sick but going to Dominica is not a quick weekend trip especially with the economy at its state. One thing she misses is how everything is close by each other. While at home she never has a dull moment because their is always something to do. It can be real late at night and places will still be open, but in Hampton many places close by 9 or 10pm. The thing she misses the most is the culture. In Dominica music is always being played no matter the time of day or night where at Hampton music is only being played from 12pm to 2pm in the student center on Fridays or when there is a special event. The people there are also very friendly and treat each other like one big family. "Everybody looks out for each other" she said. Not saying that Hampton students do not act like a family but there can be times where the environment changes and it becomes every man or woman for themselves. Despite the dislikes, DJ was asked would she consider attending a college or university in Dominica she said "No."


Not all students at Hampton feel as strong about their culture like DJ does, however it is still apart of them. Culture is everywhere from every place no matter what school people decide to attend. Society is ever changing and acceptance of the many cultures the task is for these people to not forget their culture. 

Move Review "DROOL"

So unrealistic

Drool did not do well in the box off and after watching the film I can see why. It reminded me of a cartoon in which when things are going wrong someone magically appears and saves the day. This is one of those films that I would not watch in theatres but on a television station like ABC Family or Netflicks. When it comes to the mechanics of the film it is a four star out of ten but as for amusement it is a six star out of ten.

The film begins with a teenage girl, Tabby (Ashley Duggan Smith) a loner with a notebook full of doodles, narrating the story and her family’s drama. Her mother, Anora (Laura Harring) is the protagonist in the story dealing with her disrespectful teenage daughter, a lonely son (Pete Christopher Newhouse), and abusive husband. Then an unexpected neighbor, Imogene (Jill Marie Jones) moves next door and a series of events arises to the family.

During the film director and writer Nancy Kissam played on sexuality. In the beginning Tabby is found having oral sex with one of her classmates because he showed her some form of attention and she secretly was in love with him. While at the same time Anora is breaking out of her meek shell and getting close to Imogene in a way that is more than friends.

Then you have Pete who is day dreaming about his male math teacher after his teacher praises him for getting an A+ on his assignment. He also finds a doll that he takes with him everywhere and caring a doll is not the norm thing to do for a boy. What made it really weird is the fact that everybody, especially his mom, ignored the fact that he was acting in this unusual way. 

All in all the film was not terrible but Kissam could have tightened up loose ends. She ended the film with too many unanswered questions. It is ok to have a few but this film at least five. What happened to the relationship with Imogene and Anora? Did they go back home? Did Anora have a sit down with Pete to figure out his sexuality? The list goes on.

If your every board and need something to do, watch Drool it will entertain and confuse you all at the same.

CAUSES OF A TEXT

TEXTING AND DRIVING

Why Do It?

            Since the year 2000 the cell phone has evolved each year, making the lives of its users easier and making itself a practical necessity. People can surf the web, play games, send e-mails, take pictures and most of all TEXT MESSAGEING, all on their phone. Last year CTIA found that 158 billion text messages were sent in the United States.

            When a person is driving a car and they hear their phone making a sound, the first instinct is to pick up the phone a find out who is calling; now it is to see a text message. According to Infographic, “Statistics show that texting is more dangerous than talking on the phone and drunk driving, and yet so many people text while driving and assume it isn’t as dangerous.” So why do people do it?

            Many drivers, especially teenage drivers, tell themselves that their driving is good enough; I know my phone or it’s just a simple text. "Sociologists call it pluralistic ignorance. It's this concept where reality applies to everybody but me," says Kevin Wehr, an assistant professor of sociology at California State University.

            A Hampton University student, Terrell Madison was recently a victim of a texting driver. Madison was leaving the library’s 24 hour study room when he was hit while crossing the street. This driver not did not use good judgment and has now caused Madison’s life to change forever as well as hers. He now cannot write, walks with a cane, and because of physical therapy sessions he is unable to go home for the holidays.

            Laws have been passed to ban the use of cell phones while in the car. Out of the 51 states 20 have banned cell phone usage for all drivers. In California if a person is caught on the phone while driving there is a $20 fine for the first defense and $50 for the rest.

            Although laws have passed banning cell phone usage it is not the only prevention that can be made. Parents, role models, and peers can act in the reduction of texting and driving by simply leading by example. A Liberty Mutual Insurance survey showed that 69 percent of parents of teen drivers practice at least two dangerous or distracting behaviors while driving.

            Make the change and stop this hazardous action and for more information on texting and driving talk with a local insurance agent.

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Official Poster

 

On the occasion of its 65th anniversary, the Festival de Cannes pays tribute to Marilyn Monroe, selected as the icon of the 2012 Festival poster.

Cannes Film Festival Press Release

Contact: Ariel Smith                                                  

arielcsmith1@gmail.com

WHAT ARE YOU DOING THIS SUMMER?

Cannes Film festival May 16- 27

Every year there many different film festivals held around the globe. Among all of them, The Cannes film Festival is the oldest, well known, and most renowned. This prestigious event, commenced 64 years ago in 1964 has graced its way to having the best of the best compete against one another and has inspired a number of people to be a part of the film industry.

The Cannes Film Festival is held in the southern part of France in Cannes around or in the month of May. As another year approaches, actors, directors, producers, distributors, and many other people are preparing for or looking forward to another great festival.

                For the 2011 festival everybody was eagerly awaiting on the official selection or the films that will be competing with each other for the Palme D’ Or award which is equivalent to the Grammys but for film. Some of the films in competition were Death of a Samurai from Japan directed by Takashi Miike, Drive from USA directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, Le Havre from Finland, France and Germany directed by Aki Kaurismäki, Melancholia from Denmark directed by Lars von Trier, and Midnight in Paris from USA directed by Woody Allen.  The films were shown in the theatre Lumiere, the grandest and main theater at the festival.

                There are several other programs such as special screenings and presentations from film schools all over the globe. Judges for these events are renowned film personalities like director Michel Gondry and actress Julie Gayet. In other areas the will be not in competition films just to showcase for the sake of gaining appreciation and also critical acclamation.

                During the festival some activities will take place in honor of cultural diversities that are being put forward by the films, which originate from socio cultural milieu. The uniqueness of each culture is respected and appreciated. Contributions made by companies with their base outside France, will also be acknowledged. An example of the event can be located in the Directors’ Fortnight.

                This grand festival is a huge success every year and it does not make a difference whether you are fluent in French or not you will still receive the best from the festival. Festival de Cannes is a must see thrilling event for film lovers, so be a part of the upcoming festival in 2012 and to receive an experience of a lifetime.

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