Ebony articles from February 2004

Ebony archives from February 2004

First African-American head football coach in the sec.(Speaking Of People)(Brief Article)(Biography)
February 1, 2004... SYLVESTER CROOM, a former All-American center at the University of Alabama in the '70s, had his name etched into the history books when he was recently named head football coach at Mississippi State University, making him the first Black coach...

First African-American woman of the Ways and Means Committee.(Speaking Of People)
February 1, 2004... CONGRESSWOMAN STEPHANIE TUBBS JONES, who made history as the first African-American woman elected to the United States House of Representatives from Ohio, is the first African-American woman to serve on the Ways and Means Committee. The...

Alicia Keys.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... Thank you, thank you, thank you for keeping us informed with the article, "Alicia Keys Sounds Off On Men, Love & Fame" (Jan. 2004). I have been a fan of hers since her first album earned her a handful of Grammy Awards. She is a multitalented...

Prison population.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... I am writing in regard to the article, "Congressman Danny Davis: Dealing With The Exploding Prison Population" (Dec. 2003). I am very impressed to see that Congressman Davis has taken the step to help ex-offenders. We are in desperate need of...

Black America celebrates lives of greats.(Letters to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... I am writing in response to the article, "Black America Celebrates Lives Of Greats" (Dec. 2003), specifically about my cousin, Lt. Col. Michael Anderson, who perished on the Space Shuttle Columbia in February. Michael was born on December...

Child prodigy.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... My warmest appreciation goes out to EBONY for making visible successes of people of color in the arts, particularly those who play the violin. Being a violin and viola instructor, I was almost in tears when I read the article, "Child Prodigy...

Sisterspeak.(Letters to the editor)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... I loved the Sisterspeak column, "A Gift To My Young Sisters" (December 2003). The advice is practical, straight to the point and, most of all, encouraging. There is passion and sincerity in Aunt Re's message. As a woman who has also been...

Ebony on the scene.(Front Row)
February 1, 2004... AT THE JOHN F. KENNEDY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS in Washington, D.C., James Brown, one of the five honorees who were cited for their lifetime achievements in the arts, is congratulated by U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell at the...

Carter G. Woodson: father of black history.(Center Stage)(Biography)
February 1, 2004... AT 17, the young man who was called by history to reveal Black history was an untutored coal miner. At 19, after teaching himself the fundamentals of English and arithmetic, he entered high school and mastered the four-year curriculum in...

5 questions for: Nick Cannon.(Front Row)(Brief Article)(Interview)(Biography)
February 1, 2004... 1. Your new movie, Love Don't Cost A Thing, and your new CD, Nick Cannon, cement the fact that you're all grown up now. How have you matured since your years on Nickelodeon TV? "I've matured business-wise, more than anything. I'm taking my...

Looking back, looking ahead.(Book Shelf)(From Slavery to Freedom: A History of African Americans, 8th ed.)(Black Women in America: An Historical Encyclopedia, vols. 1-2)(Bridges of Memory: Chicago's First Wave of Black Migration, an Oral History )(Before the Mayflower: A History of Black America)(America Behind the Color Line: Dialogues with African Americans)(Black Titan: A.G. Gaston and the Making of a Black American Millionaire)(Ready for Revolution: The Life and Struggles of Stokely Carmichael (Kwame Toure))(Quitting American: The Departure of a Black Man from his Native Land)(Time Longer than Rope: A Century of African American Activism, 1850-1950)(Book Review)
February 1, 2004... FEBRUARY is Black History Month, a time to reflect on the history we have lived and the history we are writing every day. After all, we can't know where we're going without knowing where we are, and without understanding where we've been. Here...

Linda Brown, You are Not Alone: the Brown V. Board of Education Decision.(Children's Corner)(Jump at the Sun)(Brief Article)(Children's Review)(Book Review)
February 1, 2004... (Jump At The Sun/Hyperion Books for Children, $15.99), edited by Joyce Carol Thomas, illustrated by Curtis James, is an inspiring collection of personal reflections, stories and poems from 10 children's writers on the eve of the 50th...

Major Taylor: Champion Cyclist.(Children's Corner)(Brief Article)(Children's Review)(Book Review)
February 1, 2004... (Simon & Schuster, $16.95) by Lisa Cline-Ransome, with illustrations by James E. Ransome, is the story of a boy who amazed people with his bicycle stunts--riding backward, forward and perched on the handlebars--before becoming a world-class...

No More Clueless Sex: Ten Secrets to a Sex Life that Works for Both of You.(Top Shelf)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
February 1, 2004... (Wiley, $22.95) by Gail Elizabeth Wyatt, Ph.D., and Lewis Wyatt, M.D., provides a guide in achieving the self-awareness necessary for a sex life that works. The book relies on dozens of examples from the broad experience of Dr. Gail Wyatt, a...

Jumping the Broom: the African-American Wedding Planner.(Top Shelf)(Book Review)(Brief Review)
February 1, 2004... (Owl Books/Henry Holt, $20.00) by Hariette Cole, provides a comprehensive guide with hundreds of ideas drawn from African-American history and tradition to help in planning a wedding with Afrocentric flair at every stage.

Baggage claim.(Top Shelf)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
February 1, 2004... BAGGAGE CLAIM (Simon & Schuster, $22.00), by David E. Talbert, is the story of Montana Moore, a flight attendant who has "30 days and 30,000 miles to find a husband," in order to avoid being the only single woman in her family. Billed as the...

What one good woman can do.(For Brothers Only)(love)
February 1, 2004... IT has long been said that there is nothing better than true love, and those who have been fortunate enough to experience it will readily agree. It will inspire you; it will strengthen you; it will sustain you; it will engulf you. And it will...

Avant ignites passions with new CD.(Sounding Off)(Private Room)(Sound Recording Review)
February 1, 2004... AVANT takes listeners into his PRIVATE ROOM (Geffen/Magic Johnson Music) on his third recording, and it's a great place to be. The first single, "Read Your Mind," is a hit, and the party continues with club tunes such as "You" and "Have Some...

Amel Larrieux's dynamic second recording, Bravebird (Blisslife), blends rhythm & blues, soul, hip-hop, jazz and folk music.(Artist Spotlight)(Sound Recording Review)
February 1, 2004... AMEL LARRIEUX'S dynamic second recording, BRAVEBIRD (Blisslife), blends rhythm & blues, soul, hip-hop, jazz and folk music. With a beautiful voice and thoughtful lyrics, the former singer and co-writer for the duo Groove Theory delivers a...

Angella Christie and her melodic alto saxophone are back with a new recording, Draw The Line (ACSM).(What's Hot!)(Sound Recording Review)
February 1, 2004... Angella Christie and her melodic alto saxophone are back with a new recording, DRAW THE LINE (ACSM), that soothes and inspires listeners with touching gospel music. Christie begins the set with the ebullient "Holy is the Lamb," which features...

Also noted.(Souding off: for the latest and hottest in Black Music!)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... ALSO NOTED: Earth, Wind & Fire, Love Songs (Columbia/Legacy); Best of Keith Sweat: Make You Sweat (Elektra/Rhino); Van Hunt (Capitol); Honey soundtrack (Elektra); Nodesha debut (Arista); The Ultimate Toni Braxton (Arista); Soul Comes Home...

Managing money and your romance.(Money Talks)
February 1, 2004... IN the bling-bling world of excessive spending, high-priced dating, and the occasional wanna-be baller, the science of romance has become an emotional gamble as well as a financial risk. From the casual to the serious, it's not only good looks...

EBONY travel guide February.(Calendar)
February 1, 2004... WHAT'S HAPPENING WHERE! ATLANTA * A Special Recital with Kathleen Battle. Atlanta Symphony Hall. Feb. 29. * Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre. Fox Theater. Feb. 5-8. * Boys Choir of Harlem. Atlanta Symphony Hall. Feb. 18. ...

Increased sexual desire.(House call: expert advice on health and fitness)(after hysterectomy)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Q I have a problem that most men would love to have. oneyMy wife had a hysterectomy and now she wants to have sex much more often than I do--four to five times a week. She is 45 and our children are away at college. Is this a result of the...

Identifying Hepatitis A.(House call: expert advice on health and fitness)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Q Since the recent outbreak of hepatitis A in Pennsylvania, I'm very concerned. Can you give me information to identify the disease and then something about treatment? T.L., Washington, D.C. A Doctors say hepatitis A, an infectious...

Body piercings and keloids.(House call: expert advice on health and fitness)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Q I want to get my navel area pierced and insert some jewelry. But I do have a concern. What's the chance that I will get a keloid? P.M., Houston A Keloids, scar tissue that can appear in various sizes and shapes, occur almost 20 times...

Valentine's Day is a two-way street.(Sister Speak)
February 1, 2004... A friend and I were talking about spouses, dating and gift-giving when the conversation turned to February 14. "Why is it that women always seem I to think that Valentine's Day is only about them?" he asked. "What do you mean?" I...

10 hottest couples.
February 1, 2004... THEY seem to be everywhere. On the pages of newspapers and magazines. On the radio and in videos. Performing on television. Sometimes even appearing in movies. They are the hot couples--not only because they appear to be so in love with...

Zahra gift set.(Ebony Essentials)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... ZAHRA EAU DE TOILETTE will help to spice up your Valentine's celebration. Its warm, sensuous feminine scent has a hint of peach combined with rose, jasmine and ylang. Also available in Perfumed Body Lotion. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Gapbody treats.(Ebony Essentials)
February 1, 2004... RELAX WITH GAPBODY'S "Cherish" scented candle, "Fizz" effervescent bath balm, and "With Affection" bubble bath. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Heart monitor.(Ebony Essentials)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... WIRELESS HEART RATE MONITOR from Radio Shack's LifeWise line allows wearers to maximize exercise routine by monitoring target heart rate and calories burned during use. Monitor is a lightweight, waterproof wristwatch, which makes it easy to...

Single-cup brewer.(Ebony Essentials)(Van Houtte)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... VAN HOUTTE offers the first at-home, single-cup coffeemaker, which uses premeasured, single-serve cups to brew fresh gourmet coffee or tea in under 60 seconds. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Charles Winston Jewelry.(Ebony Essentials)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... CHARLES WINSTON JEWELRY offers "red carpet" glamour without the sticker shock. Shown here are lab-created pink sapphire and clear cubic zirconia earrings, ring, bracelet and teardrop pendant; and simulated ruby and clear cubic zirconia...

How to improve your health (& social life) at the gym.(Body Talk)
February 1, 2004... LOOKING for a way to get healthy and improve your social life? Joining a health and fitness center is a great way to start! Think about it. Hundreds of people, all gathered for the same purpose (usually), with a common goal of working out and...

Weddings of the year.
February 1, 2004... LIKE a diamond, real love is durable, shines brightly, and has many facets. In 2003, couples celebrated some of those facets with creative and stylish nuptials, from an island affair for hip-hop's most sought-after bachelor to a 50-yardline...

The secrets of celebrity marriages that last.
February 1, 2004... WE'VE all seen the big-news breakups. What we don't always pay as much attention to--because they don't get the celebrated coverage--are the successful marriages, the enduring ones, the ones that have lasted despite the pressures, the...

Johnson, Ford, ash cited as greatest entrepreneurs in U.S. history.(The Entrepreneur In History)
February 1, 2004... FEW histories give proper attention to Black businessmen, who were in the mainstream of money in George Washington's day and who have made major contributions for more than four centuries. A recent and telling reminder of this unsung tradition...

When and how to wear the three-quarter-length coat.(Man style)
February 1, 2004... FOR years, Brothers have influenced fashion around the world with a cutting-edge style that always leaves its mark. Let's face it: Black men dare to be different. They set trends to be followed, standards to be met. You've seen them stepping...

Continuing the tradition: each one, teach one: parents, museum leaders and major institutions spark national campaign of celebration and discovery.(Advertorial)
February 1, 2004... A new movement, led by mothers and fathers, scholars and laypersons, Blacks and Whites, is giving fresh impetus to the continuing effort to tell the story of the struggles, triumphs and contributions of African-Americans. The new movement...

The fast track: 30 leaders who are 30 and under.
February 1, 2004... CONTRARY to the general perception that young people are narcissistic and self-centered, this year's group of young leaders are exceptionally talented and industrious young adults who have vision and goals and a plan to accomplish them. There...

The EBONY Advisor: expert advice on love and relationships.
February 1, 2004... Q I am a 52-year-old Black female and I have lost my libido for sex. However, mentally I still have a desire for sex, thank goodness. I am in menopause and my libido left along with my periods. My only partner, a 56-year-old Black man, tries to...

Dual-career couple teaches together: the Harpers balance coaching and parenting together.(Parenting)
February 1, 2004... THEY were college sweet hearts. They are best friends. And they share a 10-year marriage, two children and the passion for coaching. At Community Preparatory School in Providence, R.I., Candace Harper is the coach of the first-ever...

What is your black history IQ?
February 1, 2004... This is a new and revised edition of EBONY'S widely copied Black history quiz. Some of the questions may be challenging, but the quiz deals with names, events and books that should be second knowledge to students and sojourners. Give yourself 2...

Black designers: excitement, ethnicity and elegance on the runways.(EBONY Fashion Fair)
February 1, 2004... African-American designers continue to create exciting, innovative designs that compete and compare favorably with those from well-known European and American designers. The Ebony Fashion Fair show has always been a showcase for Black...

The lingerie revolution.(Beauty & Style)
February 1, 2004... WHETHER you're a CEO, secretary or social worker, you, too, can take a walk on the sensual side with the latest looks in this season's lingerie revolution. And with styles ranging from subtle to scandalously striking to WOW, you're sure to...

Ebony celebrity beauty of the month.
February 1, 2004... SHAUN ROBINSON gets up close and personal on the red carpet with Hollywood's beautiful people. So the stunning weekend co-anchor of Access Hollywood has one tip for the mere mortals. "Don't beat yourself up if you have a blemish. Stars have...

Sisters, beware! The 5 forbidden fruits.
February 1, 2004... SOME Sisters choose to steer clear of forbidden fruit--that fine, physically and financially fit Brother who, due to obvious circumstances, is better left alone. But some can resist everything but temptation. Relationship experts, and the...

Cookbook authors: and their favorite recipes.(Date With a Dish)(Biography)
February 1, 2004... In connection with Black History Month, we are taking this opportunity to focus on some acclaimed authors of cookbooks, including Jessica B. Harris, an educator and historian; Marcus Samuelsson, an executive chef; and Wilbert Jones, a food...

Strictly for laughs.
February 1, 2004... "If my condition is hereditary, then send the bill to my parents." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "May I suggest that you give the marriage a little more time?" [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "For heaven's sake, did you have to ask him how...

The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association.(Special Section)
February 1, 2004... THE GAMES WHEN the CIAA Tournament started almost 60 years ago, few could have known that it would become the blockbuster that it is today--one of the oldest and most popular basketball tournaments in the country. The 59th annual men's...

Memorable: photos from the ebony files.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... MARY McLEOD BETHUNE, who founded Bethune-Cookman College in 1904 and was the first Black woman to receive a major U.S. government appointment (director of Negro Affairs of the National Youth Administration), was one mentor and mother-figure for...