Ebony articles from March 2002

Ebony archives from March 2002

President, Ariel Capital Management. (Speaking Of People).(Mellody Hobson)(Brief Article)(Illustration)
March 1, 2002... Mellody Hobson is president of Ariel Capital Management, Inc., a Chicago-based investment management firm specializing in equities, with more than $7.8 billion in assets under management. Hobson directs the firm's marketing and client servicing...

Aerospace Senior Vice President. (Speaking Of People).(Dr. Wanda Austin of Aerospace Corp.)(Brief Article)(Illustration)
March 1, 2002... Dr. Wanda M. Austin (above, right) is senior vice president of the engineering and technology group at The Aerospace Corporation, the principal engineering resource for the nation's military space program, based in El Segundo, Calif. She is...

Federal Express Vice President. (Speaking Of People).(Cathy Ross)(Brief Article)(Illustration)
March 1, 2002... Cathy Ross (right) is vice president of corporate financial planning for Federal Express, the world's largest express transportation company. Ross is responsible for tactical and strategic business planning, project analysis and financial...

Lenny Kravitz. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2002... Thanks for featuring my man, Lenny Kravitz, on the cover of your January issue and thanks for the article, "Why Lenny Kravitz Is So Hot, And Why Women Fans Are Screaming" (Jan. 2002). He is a young man who could become an icon one day. ...

Will Smith/Ali Movie. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2002... The article, "The Greatest! Will Smith In The Ali Movie" (Jan. 2002), was fantastic. I enjoyed it. It reminded me of how strong Ali was. Will Smith looked just like Ali, too. ANGELA MURPHY Gary, Ind.

7 Ways To Blow His Mind. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2002... I read the article, "7 Ways To Blow His Mind" (Jan. 2002). My favorites on the list are: Serve him breakfast in bed; give him a massage; pick him up in a limousine; throw a Super Bowl party; and make his biggest fantasy come true, depending on...

Q On Camera. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2002... I truly enjoyed your article, "Q On Camera: The Music, The Man, The Marriages" (Jan. 2002). You captured the story of his entire life throughout five decades of entertaining the world. I have admired his work for nearly 20 years, and I am...

An Inside Look At Raising 3 Girls. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2002... My name is Marlin Y. Davis and I am writing to express my concern about the article, "An Inside Look At Raising 3 Girls" (Feb. 2002). My daughter, Ashley Nazon, was featured with her father, Jeune Nazon, her stepmom and her siblings. The...

The New Megachurches. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2002... I applaud you for your article, "The New Megachurches" (Dec. 2001). After reading about all the churches across the United States, I find that The Canaan Missionary Baptist Church in Louisville, Ky., under the leadership of Dr. Walter Malone...

56 Most Intriguing Blacks. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2002... I really liked the variety of individuals you chose for the article, "The 56 Most Intriguing Blacks of 2001" (Nov. 2001). I am, however, disappointed that one of those choices was not Don Cheadle. He is a talented actor who's often overlooked,...

The Envy of the World: On Being a Black Man in America. (Bookshelf).
March 1, 2002... Journalist Ellis Cose has made a career out of examining race and racism in American society. His numerous books, including the bestseller The Rage of a Privileged Class, have explored the hopes and frustrations of Black Americans, and have...

Topshelf. (Bookshelf).(newly published books about African Americans)
March 1, 2002... * MAHALIA: A LIFE IN GOSPEL MUSIC (Candlewick Press, $19.99) is the life story of the poor New Orleans girl who would grow up to be queen of gospel music and its greatest ambassador, by Roxane Orgil. STAY STRONG: SIMPLE LIFE LESSONS FOR...

Sounding off: the best in recorded music.('My Everything,' 'Cookie: The Anthropological Mix Tape,' and 'Meant To Be;' includes information about other new releases)
March 1, 2002... HELEN BAYLOR inspires and uplifts on her first album in five years, My Everything (Diadem/Verity). The multiple Dove and Stellar Award-winning gospel artist continues her mission of delivering moving testimonials on the selections offered here....

No more drama. (Sisterspeak).(improving the quality of life)(Brief Article)(Column)
March 1, 2002... MARY J. Blige's poignant title song from her hit CD No More Drama has been percolating in my consciousness, and my unconsciousness as well, for weeks now. Its bluesy, rhythmic beat and heartfelt lyrics have been reverberating, syncopating and...

House call: expert advice on health and fitness.(answers to questions about health issues)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... `Do I now have another reason to be afraid to fly?' BLOOD CLOTS AND AIRLINE PASSENGERS Q I have been taking cross-country airline flights for business and pleasure for several years and never experienced any physical difficulty because...

What every sister should know about managing her money. (Money Talk$).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... SISTER, you may not realize it, but financial stability really is possible in this world of uncertainties. However, it won't come from dollars falling from the sky or by way of Prince Charming sweeping you off your feet. Financial stability can...

March madness. (Travel Guide).(celebrations for spring in various cities)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... IT takes more than telephone hotlines or the musings of television psychics to discern the winds of March. A contrary month that holds winter's last bluster and the promise of spring, March calls the traveler from a winter cocoon to enjoy...

The `All-American club'. (For Brothers Only).(racial incidents against African Americans could decrease after terrorist attacks)(Brief Article)(Column)
March 1, 2002... LET me be the first to welcome all Brothers to the club. "What club?" you ask. Well maybe you didn't hear about it, but I bet that you've recently felt its effects of being in it. Since September 11, all of us have been given a membership to...

Halle, Alicia & India.Arie: women stars hit awards jackpot.(actress Halle Berry, singers Alicia Keys and India.Arie nominated for awards)
March 1, 2002... SELDOM if ever before have Black women stars made such a collective statement. From the Grammy Awards to politics (see page 148) to corporate America (see page 42) to the Hollywood awards derbies, Black women sassed, outclassed, testified and...

Black women on corporate boards.
March 1, 2002... FOR years, African-American women have been making strides in corporate America to gain equity in pay, position and power in the competitive world of business. At the same time, Black women also have been making inroads into corporate...

Workouts for couples. (Body talk: Black health and fitness).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... IT'S 6 p.m. on a Wednesday night, and you and your man have a hot date. It's one of those standing appointments, the time and place understood. You don't have to worry about your hair (not really, anyway), your clothes aren't that important and...

Strictly for laughs.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... "Is this your idea of a double date?" "Can I get my money back if nobody whistles at this dress?" [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED]

Road rules for sisters: what you should know before taking your next trip.
March 1, 2002... SPONTANEITY is said to be the stuff that fun road trips are made of. But if you hop into your ride without a proper game plan, you may find yourself in trouble. Just look at what happened last October when four twentysomething college coeds...

Cooking for diabetics. (Date With a Dish).
March 1, 2002... The number of people who are victims of diabetes is growing rapidly, and learning to eat well is an important part of managing the disease. Eating the right foods can help to keep your blood sugar at a proper level, which is the key to...

10 greatest women athletes.(MARION JONES, ALTHEA GIBSON, WILMA RUDOLPH, VENUS WILLIAMS, JACKIE JOYNER-KERSEE, FLORENCE GRIFFITH JOYNER, ALICE COACHMAN, WILLYE WHITE, CHERYL MILLER, CYNTHIA COOPER)
March 1, 2002... IN the world of sports, African-American women have made remarkable and lasting contributions, displaying a level of determination, dedication, perseverance and athletic ability to overcome the odds and to create new pages in the history books....

The biggest lies about Black male and female relationships.
March 1, 2002... THE "happy Black couple." To some, that phrase seems like the ultimate oxymoron. That's because so many people buy into the notion that the battles between Black men and Black women are so fierce that maintaining a stable, committed...

How to love your body.
March 1, 2002... IF you look in the mirror, what will you see? Is your reflection that of a happy woman, one who has mastered the art of multitasking and still manages to put herself first? Or are you a modern-day martyr, stretching yourself paper-thin for...

Dressed for spring from head to toe: spring & summer styles from Milan. (Ebony Fashion Fair).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Italian designers herald the new season by offering fresh, colorful creations that are feminine and sexy--and sure to get you in the mood for spring. From Pucci's dazzling multicolored sheer pant ensemble to Versace's daring strapless red...

Finding a routine that works. (Parenting).
March 1, 2002... IT'S difficult enough for Blacks to climb the corporate ladder and break through the glass ceiling. Now imagine having to contend with the "Witching Hour," which is what Ammie Felder-Williams calls the three-hour period that starts the moment...

Whatever happened to the Black Miss Americas? After becoming international celebrities, they continue to make an impact in various areas.
March 1, 2002... FROM the minute she receives the crown, Miss America is the darling of the nation. She travels the country, shakes the hands of millions of people (ranging from celebrities to admirers) and watches the doors swing open to countless...

Diabetes introduction: a message from Dr. James R. Gavin III: Chair of the African American Program for the American Diabetes Association. (Special Section).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... WE are three months into 2002 and I have to ask: How are your New ar s resolutions going? Remember when midnight hit and you celebrated by promising to lose those extra pounds? You said that this year would be THE year. Again. Well, it's March....

Diabetes: a new look at a killer disease. (Special Section).(Statistical Data Included)
March 1, 2002... ON the diabetes front, there is good news and bad news. The good news is that doctors and researchers know more than ever about the disease that affects more than 16 million Americans, and they are using that knowledge to help people with...

Coping with diabetes. (Special Section).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... DIABETES is a chronic disease that can be controlled, but not cured. Doctors say one of the hardest parts of dealing with diabetes is the toll the disease takes on a person mentally. Many people either deny they have it or get angry or...

Diabetes: what to know from head to toe. (Special Section).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... EYES Diabetes can lead to vision loss or even blindness. If you catch problems early, you can save your sight. However, you may not have any symptoms. That is why it is important to have an eye exam each year. TO TAKE GOOD CARE OF YOUR...

Most frequently asked questions about diabetes. (Special Section).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... CAN DIABETES BE PREVENTED? Many scientists believe that the answer is "yes." Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are different, and different approaches are needed to prevent each type. Type 1 diabetes is thought to be caused by an...

Entrepreneur tells how he is controlling his diabetes with diet and exercise. (Special Section).
March 1, 2002... DIABETES runs in my immediate family. I have aunts, uncles and cousins who are diabetics, and my mother died from the disease in 1988. To say my parents were serious cooks is an understatement. We ate hardy in the Walker family. We ate ham...

Sisters in charge: innovative women entrepreneurs.
March 1, 2002... Today's Black woman is a go-getter. Not only is she running her own business, but she is also following her life's passion. And the numbers bear it out. The Center for Women's Business Research conservatively estimates that the 365,110...

In the historic Million Woman March. (Memorable Photos From The Ebony Files).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: In the historic Million Woman March, Black women from around the country came in planes, buses, trains, cars, and some even walked to gather in Philadelphia on October 25, 1997, to reaffirm the power of...

Is Atlanta the new Black Mecca? With its affordable housing, livable pace and reputation for encouraging entrepreneurship, Atlanta is the "go to" city for enterprising African-Americans.
March 1, 2002... This is the first in a series of articles on African-Americans in major cities with a population of 100,000 or more Blacks. Each article will spotlight leading personalities and institutions, and major attractions. The next article will feature...