Clark Atlanta University - Panther Yearbook (Atlanta, GA)

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 mateur Night At The Apol- lo paled by comparison when a host of gifted stu- dents performed in Clark's talent show recently. It was like a blue-light special at Kmart ' saici one of the attendees. There was standing room only as a full house jammed Davage Auditorium for a sample of some of Clark's best talent. Claiborne uppers, Sebago suedes and ragged Ree- boks graced the balcony railing as people made room to sit two at a seat. Sponsored by Miss Clark College and her Court, this year's extravaganza was without a doubt a hit. For this to be our first event, it was really successful, said javette jenkins, Miss Clark College. Com- plete with a master of ceremonies and a house band, the show featured both en- tertainers and mock commercials. Energy and excitement were high as hundreds of students eagerly applauded several of the acts. I am somebody! pro- claimed actor lance Boyd in his self- awareness monologue. His message about drugs. Black consciousness and self- esteem stirred the audience to shout cheers of agreement. Say it! Make it plain! screamed someone. It was a night rich with diversity and variety. Dance, drama and music perme- ated the monotony of studying if only for a few hours. All of the performers were Clark students and the majority of them were freshmen. Still there were many up- perclassmen present. One pair of twins rendered a vocal duet while another twosome inspired the audi- ence with the popular gospel song, Lord Lift Us Up Where We Belong. An electri- fying band called Your Choice brought people to their feet with Make It Last Forever and The Right Stuff. A very creative trio danced and sang to the sultry sounds of I Don't Wanna Be Alone To- night, a hit from the movie School Daze. One group brought street dancing to center stage and tap dancing by another student added historical and cultural fla- vor to the evening. Enthusiastic Clarkites chanted Go CC, go CC! as another freshman duo roused school spirit with an original composition entitled, The Men of Brawley. Ms. jenkins added that she and her court were in the process of trying to change the image of what campus queens are about. They are also planning more activities and fundraisers for the student body. 20

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This year Treshmen have been involved in numerous activities. One function that received a lot of recognition was the step show hosted by the Freshmen dorms. Step shows have been a tradition within the Clark College family for years. To participate in a step show one must exempli- fy style, poise, rhythm and energy. Stepping entails choreographic moves, music, and a variety of chants. Step shows are a favorite pass time for many students. 22