Youth Media Justice & WRFG's Citizen Journalism Project

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OPINIONS AND PERSPECTIVES: APRIL. ISSUE - MEDIA JUSTICE

HBCUs still important?

Submitted by Erica.Williams on Thu, 02/12/2009 - 19:54

 Are Historically black colleges still important? Are they still needed? what purpose do they serve?
To me the same argument could be made about Women's Colleges and Universities, places like Brigham Young University, Hebrew University,. They are important to the group they serve and provide for. There is never a question about the relevence of those institutions. So why the issue on HBCUs?        
 
 

With all the changes ocurring at CAU what is in the future for students?

Submitted by aliciab1 on Thu, 02/12/2009 - 19:46
I plan to stay at CAU through the circumstances.
33% (1 vote)
I haven't made any decisions toward my future at CAU.
33% (1 vote)
I will no longer further my involvement at CAU.
33% (1 vote)
Total votes: 3

Is President Dr. Carlton E. Brown handling the "enrollment" crisis and faculty layoffs effectively?

Submitted by angel.lenise on Thu, 02/12/2009 - 19:29
Yes. He's maintaining good leadership and working for the greater good of CAU.
0% (0 votes)
Somewhat. He's made tough decisions to benefit the school, but they were not the best decisions.
33% (2 votes)
No. I think he's risking to much with faculty layoffs and should have considered other alternatives.
67% (4 votes)
Total votes: 6

HIV/AIDS Affecting African-Americans

Submitted by DCrayton637 on Thu, 02/12/2009 - 19:29

       What if you were told you were HIV/AIDS positive? Do you sometimes wonder how HIV/AIDS became such a huge epidemic? Do you think there is a cure for HIV/AIDS? Are you aware of this epidemic? HIV/AIDS is the leading cause of death among African-Americans ages 18-24. 

Are Liquor Stores Placed Into Urban Neighborhoods With The Intent To Keep the "Black Man" Down?

Submitted by Zakita Jones on Thu, 02/12/2009 - 19:28
Yes, I also Believe The Government Is To Blame
50% (4 votes)
No, A Persons Behavior Is Their Responsibility
50% (4 votes)
Total votes: 8

Is Clark Atlanta University's administration effectively communicating the reasons behind the faculty layoffs to student?

Submitted by angel.lenise on Thu, 02/12/2009 - 19:25
Yes. The president and his administration have been extremely open in communicating with students and hearing our concerns.
0% (0 votes)
Somewhat. Administration has put forth an effort to address student concerns, but students are still confused about the issue.
0% (0 votes)
No. CAU administration has been extremely evasive and tells students what they think we want to hear instead of the truth.
100% (4 votes)
Total votes: 4

African Americans Under Pressure

Submitted by MORINRUFAI on Thu, 02/12/2009 - 19:06

According to the Surgeon General Report, "Overall, only one-third of Americans with a mental illness or a mental health problem get care. Yet, the percentage of African Americans receiving needed care is only half that of non-Hispanic whites. One study reported that nearly 60% of older African American adults were not receiving needed services."  

The Alcoholism issues of the African American Community

Submitted by Iris Pickett on Thu, 02/12/2009 - 07:00

Alcoholism is a disease that makes a person dependent on alcohol even though the substance has very detrimental effects on the body.  Some sypmtoms related to alcoholism: drinking alone or secretly, storing alcohol in strange places (car, work), drinking in excess to feel normal, experiencing mood changes when alcohol is not present (especially if it usually is), and experiencing physical withdrawal signs if you don’t drink (sweating, nausea, shaking).  Some people who do not experience physical withdrawal in the absence of alcohol, but have other symptoms are considered alcohol abusers.  

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