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Application Deadline: Friday, March 23,2012 by 5:00 PM Return applications to the Sisters Chapel WISDOM Center Bessie Strong Hall Room 100 350 Spelman Lane, S. W. - Box 357 Atlanta, GA 30314 404.270.5729 phone 404.270.5689 fax Ohio Shooting and its Relation to Bullying Jazmine Tillman Many are aware of the tragic Chardon High school shooting, better known as the Ohio shooting. The Ohio school shooting left three students dead, and several students and parents extremely distraught and disturbed. It seems as if we hear about a tragic school shooting every few years. One of the most well-known American school shootings, be ing the Columbine shooting in Colorado, oc curred in 1999. America has seen many addi tional fatal school shootings previously. There were nearly ten other fatal school shootings prior to the infamous Columbine event. However there has definitely been an increase in the frequency of these tragic occasions. Often times, people forget that with every violent explosion, there are other un derlying details that caused the event. Russell King was one of the three victims that al leged shooter T.J. killed in the shooting. King was also the boyfriend of Lane’s ex. A group close to Lane’s ex-girlfriend believed Lane purposely targeted King in his killing pur suits. The group even went as far to claim that Lane’s outburst may have had something to do with the suspected threats King made to Lane. Russell King had become irritated by Lane’s continued display of interest in his girlfriend (Lane’s ex) and it has been stated by close friends of the victims that King had threat ened to fight him. Considering that Lane is a fairly small teenager, Lane’s violent explo sion could very well have been brought about because of King’s alarming threats. What could be the cause for the increase in the fatal shootings like these? After a tragic event like the Ohio shooting, background information concerning the victims and their relationships with the shooters comes out of the “woodworks.” Although King’s supposed threats to Lane would serve as no excuse for his violent behavior, they still could have arguably had something to do with Lane’s actions. No one can judge how someone else will handle being bullied no matter how minor you may find the bullying to be. Bul lying can be linked to many of these tragic occurrences like the Ohio shooting. What we as students can do to prevent situations from exploding to this extent is to be very careful in how we interact with one another. Spelman \ does not seem to have much of a problem with bullying, but it is still important that we maintain our civil treatment towards one another because no one may never know how ; someone may react to even the most “minor” form of bullying. Spring Forward! Kamron Taylor Coming back from Spring Break is always exciting. Here marks the revival of campus energy since the start of the New Year. Of course, you’ll be enthusias tic about hearing from your friends about their spring break escapades, and we all know campus life has its fair share to offer the last half of the spring term! Things to look forward to: The return of Hump Wednesday, Spel- Bound, Freshman Week and the influx of anxious tour ing families excited to see what freshman year holds for them in the fall. And still, one can’t forget the eager senior Spelmanite ready to start the new chapter of her life and embark on competi tion in the real world. Not to mention, spring applica tions are out for those of us interested in joining a cool new spring org, or for those of us in search of that perfect summer internship that will make the resume look on point! You’ll probably see a faction of fresh-women looking to complete their community service hours that they’ve hopefully already started, but probably never did. Soon they’ll be rejoic ing about the completion of their last few ADW classes! And of course, this term has graduating seniors complet ing their college experience this May. Many of our senior students have graduate school plans and others have jobs lined up. As they reflect on their journey thus far, and younger students admire at all they’ve accomplished and we also take the time to reflect on our goals an aspi rations and what we hope to accomplish by graduation. In all, it’s a great time of year in the AUC. As the last leg of classes quickly approaches we should be savor every moment while it lasts and keep striving for the best through finals and end of the >OOC*>00©00<>000<X><><X<><><X>0<><><X><><><X><X><X>C<><><>0<><><>0<>0<>00<>©<X><>0^^ been much anticipated by the Y ear exams - < ) < xx><x>0000 < x ><XKX><X>0<>X><>00<X><>X><><X><X><>X>©0<><>0<>C<^^ Modern-Day Civil Rights Movement: Freedom, Justice and Democracy for Arab S.A.G.E. Gauntries Brittany Fennell CNN Dialogues hosted “The Arab ‘Spring’: A Path to De mocracy?” This event was held on Emory University’s campus in partnership with the Na tional Center for Civil Human Rights and The James Weldon Johnson Institute for the Study of Race and Difference. The event was hosted by CNN International correspon dent Hala Gorani. There were several different panelists who openly expressed their opinions and views about the issues fac ing people in Syria. Addition ally, this dialogue was intended to shed light on the conflict arising in Syria as well as Egypt, Morocco and Libya. All of these countries desire equality and democracy for their na tions and people. As a result, these nations are gaining global coverage of their united yearn ing for justice, peace and most importantly democracy. Nic Robertson, a senior CNN International correspondent says, “It’s a shame that people have to lose their lives in order to get media coverage.” It is a 2012 STUDENT AFFAIRS GLOBAL EXPERIENCE (S.A.G.E) tragedy that people in Syria and other countries must lose their lives in order to fight for free dom, justice and democracy. Likewise, Dalia Ziada the di rector of the American Islamic Congress (AIC) Egypt Office spoke thoughtfully about Egypt. Ziada believes that the people of Egypt are “looking for liberal democracy” and “reshaping their history.” Moreover, people in Egypt desire for democracy and civil rights for everyone in their country. Carrie Wickham is an as sociate professor of political science at Emory University and an expert about politics in Arab countries and in the Middle East. Wickham as serts that people in the United States should be mindful of the women and minorities facing unfair treatment at large in countries like Syria. Wickham says, “Dictatorship does not dissolve overnight.” As a result, people in Syria continue to feel great suffering and pain, in at tempts to gain their civil liber ties and rights. Also, Ahed A1 Hendi is a nonconformist who fled from his native country Syria four years ago. Hendi says, “We don’t I have a homogenous society.” As a result, people continue to fight for their lives every day in this country. People in Syria are dying for freedom in order for future generations to live. It is extremely powerful and selfless that men, women and children sacrifice their lives, in order to bring about heartfelt change, both now and in the future. Lamees Dhaif, a Bahraini journalist in the Bahraini resistance campaign says, “We are universal citizens [and] you should care about the people who are far away from you.” As global citizens of the world it is important to remain dedicated to fighting the unfortunate injustices that paralyze people all across the globe from living their lives. They desire change. Until the people living in Arab countries gain democracy, they will continue to fight for their individual rights and the rights of others.