Monday, June 2, 2014
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, But What Are Guys Doing
As someone who has grown up in a household with a sibling of the opposite sex, I can DEFINITELY say that there are different standards in how parents treat a son as oppose to a daughter. WHY? I don't really know, but I do know there have been times that I have been unable to do things that if my brother, who is 4 years younger than I am did, it wouldn't be a big deal. REALLY?! Like I'm in COLLEGE!!! I guess my parents think, well mainly my mom, smh, that high school until marriage means very 😏 behavior, which is SOOOOO not the case. My brother and I are actually pretty opposite, even with that whole college experience thing. *sighs* Those were GREAT times. Lol. I've had my wild moments, mainly crazy, which I'm SLOWLY accepting, but I really don't do much compared to what they THINK I'm doing. Idk how this gender discrepancy started but...YEAH. It's time to end it...NOW. Maybe when I have kids, YEARS and YEARS from now, I'll understand. Right now, it's the parents that need some clarification.
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
HBCU vs. PWI
So in case you haven't checked your Twitter today, or you just didn't care enough to pay attention to what others were tweeting, the big topic of discussion was HBCU's vs. PWI's. I didn't really respond or tweet anything about the subject at the time, but as the discussion went on, I began to really feel some type of way.
First of all I would like to say, in the year 2014, the discussion of HBCU vs. PWI is just STUPID, especially as African-Americans. Instead of tearing each other down about what schools we go to, we should be encouraging each other to just ATTEND a college and celebrating one another when we FINISH. Like is that so hard?!
Secondly, instead of arguing about something so trivial, the real discussion should be about what you plan to do with your degree. What good is the degree that you earned at a PWI or at an HBCU if you don't even work after the degree to get where you want to be?
Now as a PROUD graduate of my HBCU, Jackson State University, I will say that I wouldn't change ANYTHING. Not downing PWI's at all, because initially that's where I wanted to go, but the experience I got at Jackson State is one that I would have never received at a PWI. I love my school and I learned a LOT. The close-knit family of students along with the fact that my professors knew my name and genuinely wanted to help me, was aMAZING! Not saying that PWI's don't have the same thing, I'm just speaking on what I know about MY school, MY HBCU, the same HBCU that some people don't think is good enough. #imjustsaying
Well...that's pretty much all I had to say about the subject. Let me know what YOU have to say.
First of all I would like to say, in the year 2014, the discussion of HBCU vs. PWI is just STUPID, especially as African-Americans. Instead of tearing each other down about what schools we go to, we should be encouraging each other to just ATTEND a college and celebrating one another when we FINISH. Like is that so hard?!
Secondly, instead of arguing about something so trivial, the real discussion should be about what you plan to do with your degree. What good is the degree that you earned at a PWI or at an HBCU if you don't even work after the degree to get where you want to be?
Now as a PROUD graduate of my HBCU, Jackson State University, I will say that I wouldn't change ANYTHING. Not downing PWI's at all, because initially that's where I wanted to go, but the experience I got at Jackson State is one that I would have never received at a PWI. I love my school and I learned a LOT. The close-knit family of students along with the fact that my professors knew my name and genuinely wanted to help me, was aMAZING! Not saying that PWI's don't have the same thing, I'm just speaking on what I know about MY school, MY HBCU, the same HBCU that some people don't think is good enough. #imjustsaying
Well...that's pretty much all I had to say about the subject. Let me know what YOU have to say.
Friday, May 9, 2014
Camkudo$a: "Up & Coming"
“What's the odds of a
Jackson ni**a making it? I'll take that odd and killed whoever created it.”
Not one for many words in person,
this 18-year-old up and coming rapper beasts on the mic with his word play, as
he declares that one day people will know his name, despite living in an area
code that is not pumping out many musical talents.
Cameron Jamal Triplett,
better known as Camkudo$a, got his name by merely meshing his first name and
the word kudos, so to say Cameron, job well done.
The teen rapper started
rapping when he was just in middle school, but didn’t get really serious with
it until high school.
“In high school I really
realized my passion for music and people would come up to tell me that I had a
true talent for rapping, so that’s why I decided to get a little more serious
with it,” said Cam.
He credits rappers such
as Drake, Tory Lanez and J.Cole as some of his influences.
“I like the fact that
they don’t rap just to be rapping, but they actually tell stories of stuff that
they go through, and I try to do the same with my songs,” said Cam.
His latest song is
called “Progression,” and he is also working on a mixtape to be released in the
near future. His first two songs, “Up & Coming,” and “Higher Places,”
are introductory songs for him, and showcase him as an artist. He talks about
being up and coming and the dreams he have to get bigger and better in his
craft and just as a person.
“It ain't what it seems.
We living out our dreams. We up on a rise. You can see it in our eyes. Up and
Coming. We up and coming.”
His ultimate goal simply
put is to make it.
“I just want to be able
to put my people on,” said Cam.
To achieve that goal,
he’s been sharing his music on his countless social media accounts: Twitter,
Instagram, Tumblr, and Facebook. He has yet to perform though.
“I thought about doing
that with the release of my mixtape. I wanted to wait until I had longer
repertoire of songs to perform.”
The teen dream continues
to make songs for his growing fan base to hopefully one day big as the artist
that he admires.
Check out his music here:
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
22
In honor of my 22nd birthday, which is this Friday, April 25th, I want to share 22 things that I've learned from my undergraduate experience at Jackson State University, which will come to an end on May 3rd.
1. Meet new people. This is kind of inevitable unless you live under a rock, but whether you go to a community college or 4 year institution, there are always new people to talk to.
2. Don't be so serious. Of course you're in college to get an education, but at the same time, this is COLLEGE!!! The stuff you do here, you will more than likely NEVER be able to do again. Find a happy medium between "I can't leave my room. I have so much work to do," and "F*** this work! TURN UP".
3. Your school has amenities...USE THEM! There is a freaking gym on campus...GO!!! When you graduate college a gym membership might not be that affordable, so go now...for FREE! Use the things your campus provides for you.
4. B-U-D-G-E-T. There are always lots of things going on or around campus that you may want to partake in, but FIRST check your finances. Plan out what is REALLY worth the money. Maybe you don't have to eat out every week or buy a new outfit for every event. It could be the difference between spending Spring Break in Jamaica and spending it in your dorm room.
5. It's okay to skip class. I know this may be a little politically incorrect, but whatever. Sometimes its honestly okay to not go. Things happen or you could just realize that your class isn't "real." Just don't go overboard. Some professors have a skip limit. Don't exceed that.
6. Get Involved. College would be way better if you involve yourself with some activities. It will give you a better sense of connection to your peers and the school as a whole.
7. Be lowkey. "It ain't nobody's business." You don't need people all in your life. That can get messy.
8. Get to know your professors. Eventually you will need these people to write recommendation letters. Talk to them.
9. Don't be so quick to give people titles. Bestfriend, boo, brother...BLAH. None of that is real, because all it takes is one incident and your "brother" is now your friends with benefits.
10. Don't be afraid to go out of your comfort zone. Try new things. You'll be happy you did.
11. Don't feel obligated to text unwanted people. Sometimes we are super-friendly and give our numbers out, or maybe we think that person is cool at the time, until we text/call them and they are annoying. You don't have to keep conversing. It's easy to ignore people in college. You don't always see them.
12. Get some "you" time. It's nice being around friends, but having "you" time is necessary. College can get CRAZY!
13. Social media should NOT be used as a journal. It is NEVER okay to air your life on social media. REMEMBER: BE LOWKEY.
14. Cuffing season is REAL, but then again it's not. This is a time period between September-December where people usually get together/"hook-up". These are fake relationships usually. Only the strong survive. Don't feel discouraged if you never get cuffed during this time. Wait for something a little more real.
15. Keep your fridge stocked with snacks. Food in your room is definitely a life saver for late night studying.
16. Capture memories. Take as many pics and make as many videos as you can. When you look back over all the pics and videos when graduation approaches, it'll make you smile.
17. Do you. Don't follow others. Just be yourself. Be your own trend.
18. Being drunk in public...NO BUENO. Drinking is cool, my sentiments, but don't be "that crazy drunk person." It's not a good look. people will definitely remember.
19. People grow apart and its okay. That person you come in to college with from high school, might not be close with you when graduation comes. Things happen and people change. Don't feel bad. It probably is for the best.
20. Make copies of ALL important papers. Don't trust the school with important documents. Sometimes they can play crazy, but with those copies, you can whip them out and tell them they're wrong you paid your balance.
21. Sharing isn't always fun. Sure you and your roommate are close after a semester, but there are still ground rules that need to be set so they don't think they can just do whatever or take whatever of yours.
22. JUST HAVE FUN! This is college. Do random things. Talk to strangers. Enjoy yourself. This is the best time of your life!!!
1. Meet new people. This is kind of inevitable unless you live under a rock, but whether you go to a community college or 4 year institution, there are always new people to talk to.
2. Don't be so serious. Of course you're in college to get an education, but at the same time, this is COLLEGE!!! The stuff you do here, you will more than likely NEVER be able to do again. Find a happy medium between "I can't leave my room. I have so much work to do," and "F*** this work! TURN UP".
3. Your school has amenities...USE THEM! There is a freaking gym on campus...GO!!! When you graduate college a gym membership might not be that affordable, so go now...for FREE! Use the things your campus provides for you.
4. B-U-D-G-E-T. There are always lots of things going on or around campus that you may want to partake in, but FIRST check your finances. Plan out what is REALLY worth the money. Maybe you don't have to eat out every week or buy a new outfit for every event. It could be the difference between spending Spring Break in Jamaica and spending it in your dorm room.
5. It's okay to skip class. I know this may be a little politically incorrect, but whatever. Sometimes its honestly okay to not go. Things happen or you could just realize that your class isn't "real." Just don't go overboard. Some professors have a skip limit. Don't exceed that.
6. Get Involved. College would be way better if you involve yourself with some activities. It will give you a better sense of connection to your peers and the school as a whole.
7. Be lowkey. "It ain't nobody's business." You don't need people all in your life. That can get messy.
8. Get to know your professors. Eventually you will need these people to write recommendation letters. Talk to them.
9. Don't be so quick to give people titles. Bestfriend, boo, brother...BLAH. None of that is real, because all it takes is one incident and your "brother" is now your friends with benefits.
10. Don't be afraid to go out of your comfort zone. Try new things. You'll be happy you did.
11. Don't feel obligated to text unwanted people. Sometimes we are super-friendly and give our numbers out, or maybe we think that person is cool at the time, until we text/call them and they are annoying. You don't have to keep conversing. It's easy to ignore people in college. You don't always see them.
12. Get some "you" time. It's nice being around friends, but having "you" time is necessary. College can get CRAZY!
13. Social media should NOT be used as a journal. It is NEVER okay to air your life on social media. REMEMBER: BE LOWKEY.
14. Cuffing season is REAL, but then again it's not. This is a time period between September-December where people usually get together/"hook-up". These are fake relationships usually. Only the strong survive. Don't feel discouraged if you never get cuffed during this time. Wait for something a little more real.
15. Keep your fridge stocked with snacks. Food in your room is definitely a life saver for late night studying.
16. Capture memories. Take as many pics and make as many videos as you can. When you look back over all the pics and videos when graduation approaches, it'll make you smile.
17. Do you. Don't follow others. Just be yourself. Be your own trend.
18. Being drunk in public...NO BUENO. Drinking is cool, my sentiments, but don't be "that crazy drunk person." It's not a good look. people will definitely remember.
19. People grow apart and its okay. That person you come in to college with from high school, might not be close with you when graduation comes. Things happen and people change. Don't feel bad. It probably is for the best.
20. Make copies of ALL important papers. Don't trust the school with important documents. Sometimes they can play crazy, but with those copies, you can whip them out and tell them they're wrong you paid your balance.
21. Sharing isn't always fun. Sure you and your roommate are close after a semester, but there are still ground rules that need to be set so they don't think they can just do whatever or take whatever of yours.
22. JUST HAVE FUN! This is college. Do random things. Talk to strangers. Enjoy yourself. This is the best time of your life!!!
Monday, September 30, 2013
A New Day
*sighs* Well you guys know the drill, so there is no need for a whole paragraph saying basically that I have a life and that blogging on the regular is not a part of it. lol. In other news, today is A NEW DAY. I say it is a new day because I was kind of inspired, well got the idea to change it up when it comes to my blog, while sitting and awaiting to get on the computer at my work-study job.
I honestly don't know what my blog is doing, as far as the direction that I want it to go, but I thought of the concept of writing my daily thoughts. I guess that was the initial aim, but who knows. lol. I really just want to get in the habit of writing everyday. SO, everyday, *crosses fingers*, I will write my thoughts for that day. Whether it be a thought from an event, situation or maybe something I read or listened to. ANYTHING. That's going to be my move.
*sighs* Well that it is pretty much all I got for right now. Expect a daily thought coming later today. (This does not count as a daily thought.)
-Until next time
I honestly don't know what my blog is doing, as far as the direction that I want it to go, but I thought of the concept of writing my daily thoughts. I guess that was the initial aim, but who knows. lol. I really just want to get in the habit of writing everyday. SO, everyday, *crosses fingers*, I will write my thoughts for that day. Whether it be a thought from an event, situation or maybe something I read or listened to. ANYTHING. That's going to be my move.
*sighs* Well that it is pretty much all I got for right now. Expect a daily thought coming later today. (This does not count as a daily thought.)
-Until next time
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
LOTS TO TELL (or I think so)
Well folks, there has been LOTS going on. lol. FIRST, I am done at JFP. It was a great experience. I learned a lot, I met new people, it was just GREAT.
NOW, I'm taking on another venture...RETAIL. lol. I recently started working at Ross, and I must say, it is DEFINITELY an experience. haha. When I first started, it was just so foreign. I'm used to office jobs. Retail is WAY off base for me. I've gotten used to it though, but it doesn't matter because I decided that I am quitting soon. haha.
I'm not quitting because I don't like it, but because I honestly won't have the time like I thought I would when I started. Besides, I still will be making money because I have work study AND I just want to be able to enjoy my senior year. WOOOOO!!!! lol.
Well...I believe that's everything. Hmm...I thought it was more. *shrugs* O WELL.
Until next time,
NOW, I'm taking on another venture...RETAIL. lol. I recently started working at Ross, and I must say, it is DEFINITELY an experience. haha. When I first started, it was just so foreign. I'm used to office jobs. Retail is WAY off base for me. I've gotten used to it though, but it doesn't matter because I decided that I am quitting soon. haha.
I'm not quitting because I don't like it, but because I honestly won't have the time like I thought I would when I started. Besides, I still will be making money because I have work study AND I just want to be able to enjoy my senior year. WOOOOO!!!! lol.
Well...I believe that's everything. Hmm...I thought it was more. *shrugs* O WELL.
Until next time,
Sunday, July 7, 2013
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