January 2009

Graduation Prayer
by Anonymous
Dear Lord,
Please bless these graduates
as they go out into the world
to make it a better place,
while they pursue their dreams.
Gently guide them, lead them,
show them Your way to success and happiness
through service to others,
as they maximize their own potential.
Fill them with joy when they reach their goals.
Strengthen them, as they deal with life's obstacles,
and show them that every challenge
is a path to character development.
Give them the intelligence
to make a plan for their futures.
Give them the patience and persistence
to pursue their ambitions.
Most of all, give them caring hearts
to look for ways to help the people they meet
on their life's journey.
Encourage them and lift them up now,
as they spread their wings
into a clear sky of limitless opportunity.
Let each and every graduate here
be wrapped in the warmth of Your infinite love,
and let Your wisdom show them the way
to make the most of their lives.
In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.


A New Beginning
by: Anonymous
As you make a new beginning in your life, graduate,
Be aware of important things you didn’t learn in school:
As you pursue your dreams,
Remember to take time to help and serve others
Even if doing so slows you down a little.
As you explore and develop your unique talents,
Remain humble,
Realizing that your special abilities
Are gifts from God.
As life hands you challenges, welcome them
As ways to become smarter and stronger.
As you acquire material things,
Know that your most important possessions
Are honesty, integrity,
And the desire to make a difference.
Congratulations, graduate.
May your new path take you where you want to go
And also bring you pleasant surprises!


Edward Scott , a third year student at Cal State Fullerton, went from being homeless and living out of his car to becoming an inspirational playwright here on campus. A vivid dream and a serious past relationship inspired him to write a short story entitled “Not These Feelings Again.” Scott later turned his story into a play that eventually hit center stage April 30, 2009 in the Titan Student Union Theatre. With help from the Alliance for African American Consciousness, (APAC), and a turn out of over 100 spectators, the play was a great success. Edward Scott was born on Oct. 23, 1985, in Westminster, California. During his early childhood, he grew up between the communities of Long Beach & Anaheim. Scott grew up in a single-parent household with his mother, Stephanie Warren, and Shayla Warren, his older sister, in Long Beach. "Growing up in a single parent household was all I knew at the time,” Scott said.” I envied my younger cousins
who had both mom and dad at home. At times I felt that my mother hated men because most of her relationships with men weren't worth much. As I was the only male in the house it seemed like I represented every man that ever did her wrong."He also says that “Grandparents have always been there for me since day one, but as a child I found myself being disobedient, always questioning authority. Also as punishment my mother kicked me out and forced me to live with my father in Orange County.” Edward began to seek opportunities outside of Long Beach and relocated to Fullerton, California. In 2004, Edward started attending Fullerton College to pursue an Associates degree. Edward became overwhelmed and started to think of school as a waste of his time. He almost dropped out and ended his college career, but students from the Black Student Union , (BSU) reached out, and encouraged him to accomplish his educational goals. Because of their efforts Edward would later transfer to CSUF to continue his education. Later, he would transfer to CSUF to continue his education. Right when he began to make progress, the unexpected happened. Scott became homeless, began living out of his car, and recycling cans to pay for food.
“I found myself almost eating out of a trash can. I told myself if I don’t change my situation right now, that’s exactly were I’ll end up (eating out of trash cans),” said Scott. Though hard times would continue to build up, Edward’s perseverance, and determination would over power his negative situations. “Everyone claims they know Edward, but they don’t really know how much this man struggle to get here," said Lamar Jackson, vice president of Alliance for the Preservation of African Consciousness. His luck soon changed and he began to see life from a different angle. The release of his play not only helped him to gain confidence, but inspired him to come up with “Igyptian Productions.” Edward Scott plans to further expand his production, and possibly write a sequel.

Welcome to Cal State Fullerton Day
by Chauntel Riser
Each year Cal State Fullerton hosts "Cal State Fullerton Day" where
each of the eight academic colleges as well as many student services and programs come together to
offer information to students and their parents. This year Cal State Fullerton serviced approximately
5,200 people with information as well as campus tours, on April 25 from 10am to 2pm. The African American Resource Center was present in this fact filled day. "I thought it was a great opportunity
for future students to get valuable information about on campus services and departments,” said AARC student assistant, Linzi Henry.
   Linzi Henry and Tim Singleton represent the AARC on Titan Walk handing out information and providing answers to questions about the black community on campus such as the historically black fraternities, sororities, clubs and organizations. “We were the main voice of the black fraternities and sororities, and it was a great opportunity to serve future students and their parents with information,” said AARC student assistant Tim Singleton. The African American Resource Center is hopeful for an even greater turnout of the historically black clubs and organizations for next years Cal State Fullerton Day.

The Revival
by: Chauntel Riser
"Inspirational, Spirit-Filled and Life Changing" are the words Divine Servants panel member Aaron Jackson
used to describe “The Revival.” With the help of the leaders in the African Americans in
Science, Divine Servants hosted their first event, The Revival. The Revival was a gospel conference that offered spiritual enrichment.“The Revival spoke a word for this season. We were able to
minister the word of Jesus Christ to college students, children, and adults, Jackson said. “God was exalted
and lives were positively impacted." It began with performances ranging from poetry to praise dance to instrumentals and singing. The gospel conference also included a lunch, seminars, a panel, and ended with The Word of God from Supt. Isom McCray. Supt. McCray is a pastor of 50 years of Greater Fountain of Life Church of God in Christ in Los Angeles, where his First Lady is Marcey McCray. He is also the Superintendent of the South Los Angeles Region of the Church of God in Christ. “It was a great experience to fellowship with fellow students as we discussed our Daily Walk with Christ,” said Divine Servants commissioner of communications Tiffany Clayton. The Revival offered spiritual encouragement and inspiration through the various seminars and performances. “Lately I've been going through a rough road, and attending The Revival really helped me to see exactly where God wants me to be,” said Divine Servants stage manager Jessica Norwood. “From attending the various workshops and getting a good word in my heart, I now have
a clear understanding of God's plan for me and I can't wait to go next year.” The preparation for next years Revival is already underway, and Divine Servants expect next’s years Revival it to be even more spiritually fulfilling.