JOY

Greetings Prospective Eagles,

FierceEagleDiva has returned to the nest. Unlike most weeks, I'm not that busy, BUT I still have some upcoming events to share with you.

Tomorrow, I'm going to see "Ailey 2" with NCCU's honors program, at the Carolina Theatre. As a dancer, I'm thrilled to see this show because the visual aesthetics of this company are renowned internationally. For honors students, we have a semesterly project that we must do for hours credit. My honors project is about African American dance and its effects on America's artistic culture and various dance forms. "Ailey 2" will definitely give me further insight on my topic.

On Friday, NCCU's Worship and Praise Inspirational Mass Choir (WPI) will perform at a church in Raleigh. It'll be nice to go back to one of my two hometowns (i.e., Zebulon and Raleigh), and worship/minister in the choir.

This Saturday, I'm going to get my LSAT score and participate in a strategy session. This test is a mental marathon, because you have to stay focused to analyze the scholarly rhetoric that's asked of you. I'm glad I took the LSAT and I will continue to take it each semester, so I'll truly be prepared for the actual LSAT. "PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT."

I almost forgot to tell you about the NCCU vs A and T football game. . .we lost BUT we only lost by ONE point in a double overtime. Overall though, I had a BLAST cheering on the team and hanging out with my peers during the game and tailgating. I don't know much about football, but I do know NCCU's football players did a great job. We showed up and showed out at the Aggie Stadium. Our heads were held high with pride as we left A and T and returned to the great NCCU! Well until next time, I'm out. FierceEagleDiva has left the nest.

Finding My Voice

Greetings Prospective Eagles,

FierceEagleDiva has returned to the nest and man, do I have A LOT of information to share. Last Saturday, I performed in my first performance with N.C. Central University's gospel choir, Worship and Praise Inspirational Mass Choir (WPI). We performed at a local church in downtown Durham for a midnight musical. I had such a good time singing, praising, and worshiping. The musical included other local gospel groups and the UNC-CH gospel choir. From now until November 1st, we will be working tirelessly in rehearsal to prepare for NCCU's Anniversary program. . .I am sooooooo excited!

On Friday, I am volunteering for NCCU's Breast Cancer Awareness Fair. This fair is in association with NCCU's Women's Center. At the fair, women will be able to receive free mammogram screenings, and pamphlets on breast cancer/ prevention. . .did I mention we'll be serving pink lemonade and pink cookies? Breast cancer is a cause that is near and dear to my heart, due to how it has devastated the lives of many women AND men. I've also been inspired by how those affected with it have fought against it with bravery, courage, and valor. I have a DUTY as a woman, daughter, sister, and as an overall human bring to spread awareness about this disease and prevention for it. Hopefully, this campaign will be able to save lives by informing women about the need to get mammograms, and not being afraid of the prospect of having it. If you are infected with breast cancer the sooner you know about it, the sooner you can get treatment.

On Saturday, I'm taking a practice LSAT exam. This exam is in association with the Princeton Review, and it includes a strategy session when I get my test results next week. After I get my bachelor's degree, I want to go to law school and make a legal/social impact in human rights/international affairs. . .yes, I'd LOVE to work for the United Nations. These practice exams are offered every semester. I'm nervous about taking it because I don't know what to expect. By taking this exam each semester, I'll get more comfortable with it and I'll know what to expect when I take the actual LSAT.

After the LSAT, I'm going to the NCCU vs. NC A and T football game. I've been looking forward to this game all semester. Best believe NCCU is gonna' show up and show out. Well until next time, I'm out! FierceEagleDiva has left the nest.