HU Students Rally Together for Trayvon Martin Vigil

Students rallied together outside of the student center March 22, 2012 for a candle vigil in memory of Trayvon Martin.  In an emotional program that featured song selections, spoken word, and speeches, students were charged to continue to fight for justice for Martin and to also be aware of the blatant and underlying racism that still exists in America today.

Senior, Kevin Matthews opened up the program with a speech discussing the occasion and giving background information on the killing of Martin and singing group Emphasis followed with a gospel selection that gave a spirit of faith to listeners. Junior, Zainab Mustapha and Senior, Chelsea Balentine both performed selections that advocated hope in the face of adversity and Junior, Tommie Collins fought back tears during his spoken word piece on Martin. The program concluded with a dynamic speech by Junior, Jeremiah Carter and left students both inspired and fortified.

Junior, Gabriel Olayiah commented on the importance for students to rally together in the fight for justice.

“It’s a beautiful thing seeing students come together in support for the fight for justice for Trayvon Martin. There is power in numbers, especially in something as traumatic as this. We as a campus and as young adults need to band together so that people can become more knowledgeable of the many cases that go unnoted and so that justice can finally be served."

As the road to a colorblind society continues, we as a people are still realizing how far we have to go. When an unarmed 17 year old boy was killed for merely looking suspicious in a sweat-shirt, stereotypes and generalizations are being given to African Americans that are ultimately costing lives. Now is the time for us to band together so that justice can be served.

HU Student Potential Wendy Williams Correspondent for The Hunger Games Premiere

Senior Jessica Moore’s motto has always been to think outside of the box and to attempt to do whatever her heart desired, even if it seemed unfeasible. There was no questioning that after seeing The Hunger Games Contest sponsored by Wendy Williams that Moore would enter.

“I decided to enter the contest because I love the series and I think reporting at the premiere would be an amazing opportunity.”

Contestants were required to fill out an entry form and submit a short video explaining why they were the biggest Hunger Games fan. Moore used her creativity and let her quirkiness shine in her video submission that featured dramatizations, comedy, and passion.

“The storyline is so complex and exciting that you literally can’t put the book down…that’s what intrigues me most about The Hunger Games.”

One male and one female contestant will be chosen as winners. Winners will receive an all expense paid trip to Los Angeles, CA where they will be correspondents for The Wendy Williams Show at the red carpet for the premiere of the movie. Winners will also have a chance to appear as guests on The Wendy Williams Show.

“Wendy Williams should choose me because I am a huge fan of the series, I am a good communicator, and I can represent for other fans across the world,” Moore said.