Ebony articles from March 2003

Ebony archives from March 2003

Boeing corporate director for external affairs. (Speaking Of People).(Joan Robinson-Berry)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... Joan Robinson-Berry is corporate director of external technical affairs for the Boeing Company, the world's largest airplane manufacturer, based in Chicago. Robinson-Berry is responsible for providing strategic guidance and support for...

U.S. Chamber of Commerce vice president. (Speaking Of People).(Reta J. Lewis)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... Reta J. Lewis is vice president and counselor to the president at the United States Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C. Her responsibilities include building alliances and partnerships with chambers and national associations around the...

Vice president of finance. (Speaking Of People).(Janice F. Wilkins vice president for Intel Corp.)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... Janice F. Wilkins is the first African-American vice president for the Intel Corporation in Santa Clara, Calif., the world's largest computer chip maker and a leading manufacturer of computer, networking and communications products. As vice...

LL Cool J. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2003... Thank you, EBONY for your article, "LL Cool J turns Up The Heat And Talks About Love, Marriage And Why He Gave Up `The Naked Look,'" (Jan. 2003). Every time the mailman comes to my door with the magazine, I hurry up to open it and read. Thank...

Dexter King. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2003... I just want to say I truly appreciate and enjoyed very much the article, "Dexter King Confronts His Critics And Reveals His Dreams" (Jan. 2003), by Joy Bennett Kinnon. I agree 100 percent with Dexter King and the decisions he has made regarding...

Date whites and `others'. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2003... I would first like to thank you and your staff for the wonderful article, "Why Some Brothers Only Date Whites And `Others'" (Jan. 2003). I commend Zondra Hughes on her writing skills and for finally letting us Sisters know that we are just fine...

Dr. Ben Carson. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2003... Thank you so much for the article, "Dr. Ben Carson: Top Surgeon's Life-And-Death Struggle With Prostate Cancer" (Jan. 2003). After learning of his diagnosis with prostate cancer, I like others, prayed for his recovery. He is truly a remarkable...

For brothers only. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2003... Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! The column, "New Year, New Goal, New Peace" (Jan. 2003) by Kevin Chappell confirmed a very important perspective in my life. I'm a 23-year-old Black male about to graduate from college. And I, like many...

The asthma epidemic. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2003... I was gratified to see the article, "How Black Parents Are Dealing With The Asthma Epidemic" (Dec. 2002), which alerted parents to the many causes of childhood asthma. Few people realize the alarming rate at which our children ate the...

Serena Williams. (Letters To The Editor).
March 1, 2003... Your article, "Serena As You've Never Seen Her Before" (Oct. 2002), was both edifying and historical. Serena hasn't any peers at the World Tennis Association pinnacle. She is a phenomenal athlete as well as a superb person. Her...

Irregular heartbeat. (Expert Advice on Health and Fitness).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... Q I am a 47-year-old Black female who exercises regularly and tries to eat right. My problem is that sometimes my heart, for no apparent reason, begins to beat faster than normal, to the point that it's scary. Sometimes it lasts for just a few...

The `water pill' and blood pressure. (Expert Advice on Health and Fitness).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... Q My mother, who is 75 years old, has had high blood pressure for years. She has been able to control it with medication, what she calls a "water pill." I was wondering, exactly what is a "water pill?" And with so many new medications available...

New eye surgery procedure. (Expert Advice on Health and Fitness).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... Q For most of my adult years, I have had to wear glasses for my nearsightedness. Now that I'm 35, I want to get rid of the glasses and was thinking about getting Lasik surgery. But I recently heard that there's a new procedure that could be...

Absolute Trust in the Goodness of the Earth. (Book Shelf).(Book Review)
March 1, 2003... It's been more than a decade since Alice Walker published a collection of poetry. In Absolute Trust in the Goodness of the Earth (Random House, $22.95), she affirms the power of nature and the beauty of the human spirit. The Pulitzer...

Top shelf.(ROCK MY SOUL: BLACK PEOPLE AND SELF-ESTEEM)(ACTING OUT)(MENU FOR LIFE: AFRICAN AMERICANS GET HEALTHY, EAT WELL, LOSE WEIGHT, AND LIVE BEAUTIFULLY)(THIS FAR BY FAITH: STORIES FROM THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN RELIGIOUS EXPERIENCE)(LOVING DONOVAN)(HAVING IT ALL? Black Women and Success)(THE END IS JUST THE BEGINNING: LESSONS IN GRIEVING FOR AFRICAN AMERICANS)(Book Review)
March 1, 2003... ROCK MY SOUL: BLACK PEOPLE AND SELF-ESTEEM (Atria Books Hardcover, $23.00) by bell hooks is ah in-depth analysis of low self-esteem and its impact on the lives of African-Americans. Scholar and author of more than 20 books, hooks cites examples...

Also noted.(12 books)
March 1, 2003... BLESSED HEALTH: The African-American Woman's Guide to Physical and Spiritual Well-Being (Fireside Books, $14.00)by Melody T. McCloud and Angela Ebron helps African-American women empower their body, mind, soul and spirit by achieving a sound...

It's in your hands. (Sisterspeak).
March 1, 2003... ONCE upon a time, as most fables begin, there was an old, wise blind woman. The daughter of slaves, she lived alone in a small house outside of town. She had a reputation for wisdom and was honored far and wide. One day some impudent young...

March: March's masquerade. (Travel Guide).
March 1, 2003... THE weather is "sometimey"--maybe warm, maybe cool. But seasoned travelers are prepared for inclement weather. Even though March is month of the great pretender, get in the spirit and take out your masks for that festive Mardi Gras season. The...

From big spender to smart saver. (Money Talk$).
March 1, 2003... THE manner of spending and, more often, the manner of splurging, has a growing number of Sisters up to their freshly permed heads in debt. But why is it so easy for Sisters to spend, yet so difficult to save? "Because we have to look...

A guide to a healthier you. (For Brothers Only).
March 1, 2003... IT'S nothing new. In fact, the rules have remained virtually the same. But even so, we as a race, and particularly we as African-American men, many times fail to follow them--fail to follow the rules of good health, to heed time-proven medical...

Sounding off. (The Best In Recorded Music).('Midnight Lounge')('Believe')(Sound Recording Review)
March 1, 2003... JODY WATLEY is back with a jamming new CD of dance music, Midnight Lounge (Shinbone Alley/Shanachie), that will inspire you to get up and move your body. As is her signature style, the platinum-selling artist lets loose with a set of vibrant...

African Heritage Symphonic Series, Vol. III. (The Best In Recorded Music).(Sound Recording Review)
March 1, 2003... Colorful contemporary compositions by African-American composers are featured on AFRICAN HERITAGE SYMPHONIC SERIES, VOL. III (Cedille Records). It is the third and final installment in the series that highlights the contributions of Black...

Also noted: Sweet Honey in the Rock. (The Best In Recoded Music).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... ALSO NOTED: Sweet Honey in the Rock, The Women Gather (30th Anniversary) (Earthbeat); Denyce Graves, The Lost Days (RCA Red Seal), on which the opera superstar performs with Latin artists; Stefon Harris, The Grand Unification Theory (Blue...

Hair gems. (Ebony Essentials).
March 1, 2003... Embellish your tresses with Goody's spring hair accessories, including the Leather Rose Ponytailer (in three colors), StarStudded Jeanwire and Tortoise Claw Clip.

Hair care. (Ebony Essentials).
March 1, 2003... Pantene's Pro-V Relaxed & Natural is a collection of shampoos, conditioners and hairdressings for women of color. Shown are Wrap & Set Lotion and Oil Sheen Spray.

Scented candles. (Ebony Essentials).
March 1, 2003... Aromatique offers an extensive selection of aromatic candles and decorative fragrances, including these Kiwi Pear Pillar Candles.

Jewelry cleaner. (Ebony Essentials).
March 1, 2003... Sharper Image Design's new Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner provides professional-quality cleaning of rings, pins, necklaces and earrings--at home and anytime--with push of a button.

Botanical care. (Ebony Essentials).
March 1, 2003... Fashion Fair's Botanical Skin Care System includes soap-free, oil-free Cleansing Gel, Skin Purifier I and II, Body Wash and Body Polisher. Formulated with gentle plant extracts and perfect for sensitive, dry, oily or normal skin.

Golden bubbles. (Ebony Essentials).
March 1, 2003... The Bubble Collection delivers whimsical yet graceful 18 karat gold jewelry that includes earrings and bracelet, as well as necklace. From Italian gold jeweler Unoaerre.

Multipurpose tote. (Ebony Essentials).
March 1, 2003... For the busy multifaceted woman, Coach designs the multipurpose Mini-C Tote that serves as travel bag, office tote and diaper bag, among other duties.

After Halle's Oscar: why black actresses still can't get any respect in Hollywood.
March 1, 2003... IN her historic speech at the Academy Awards last year, Halle Berry, who became the first African-American performer to win Best Actress in a leading role, emotionally told the audience that this "moment is so much bigger than me." Berry, who...

Sisters in the spotlight.(Leah Ward Sears, justice of the Supreme Court of Georgia)(Cynthia Bramlett Thompson, Chair of the Girl Scouts of the USA)(Charlotte McKines, Director, marketing & communications)(Annice Canady. first female college football official)(Dr. Toni-Marie Montgomery, Dean of Music, Northwestern University)(Jeri Lynne Johnson, Assistant Conductor, Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia)(Jillian Bullock, filmmaker, wrestler, boxer)(Sheryl Swoopes, WNBA star and devoted mother)(Yvette Jarvis, Councilwoman, Athens, Greece)
March 1, 2003... WHEN she was 8 and traveling the world with her military family, Leah Ward Sears realized she wanted to be a judge--or the next Thurgood Marshall, or a lawyer for the NAACP. Even as a child, she saw the injustices Black people faced in the...

Diabetes: introduction. (Special Section).
March 1, 2003... As the number of people with diabetes has skyrocketed, so has the amount of information available to us. Television ads tout the latest drugs to control blood sugar; mega-bookstores stock dozens of cookbooks telling us how to prepare low-fat...

Delightful desserts for diabetics. (Special Section).
March 1, 2003... At one time, living with diabetes meant giving up the taste of sweetness. Sugar was forbidden. However, that rule has been relaxed. The American Diabetes Association has changed its nutritional recommendations, saying: "Scientific evidence has...

Celebrities speak up. (Special Section).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... In the fight against diabetes, several top celebrities are lending their voices to the American Diabetes Association in an attempt to educate the public about the variety of problems associated with the disease. Included among the group is NBA...

Did you know? (Special Section).(diabetes)
March 1, 2003... Diabetes has no cure. Diabetes is the result of the body's inability to produce or respond to insulin, a hormone that allows blood glucose (blood sugar) to enter the cells of the body and produce energy. There is an estimated 5 million...

Sheryl Lee Ralph: thoroughly modern diva.
March 1, 2003... DIVA doesn't even begin to describe Sheryl Lee Ralph. She is an entertainment whirlwind, a one-woman drama department, an entrepreneur, writer, producer, filmmaker, actress and singer. She is all of that and the single mother of two school-age...

Training for a marathon. (Body talk: black health and fitness).(NATALIE MITCHELL)
March 1, 2003... NATALIE MITCHELL likes to run. During her college days at the University of California-Santa Barbara, friends could find Mitchell after classes either running with the cross-country team or pacing with the track team. But after graduation,...

Teaching on two fronts: Chicago teacher juggles parenthood and pupils.(Mariama Cosey-Rhodes)
March 1, 2003... HERS is the voice of experience--firm and encouraging, corrective but loving, teaching yet listening. It doesn't matter if the audience is her two young daughters or a class of sixth-graders, single mom and third-generation teacher Mariama...

Who says sisters can't be nice? Softness for tough girls.
March 1, 2003... The good news is that Black women are strong, resourceful and tenacious--proud African queens. The bad news is that oftentimes these same Black women stand accused of being overbearing, attitudinal and, most notoriously, the Queens of Mean. ...

The dating dilemma: who should pick up the check?
March 1, 2003... IN today's dating game, couples carefully plan everything they'll do on a first date to make it a memorable occasion, but they never talk about the one thing that could derail the whole night into disaster--who's going to pay the bill? Most...

Beauty secrets: celebrity sisters share tips that keep them looking and feeling good. (Beauty & Style).
March 1, 2003... DON'T hate them because they're beautiful. With polished, perfect white teeth, luminous skin and hair that is to-die-for, these high-profile Sisters appear to be ready for the paparazzi from the moment they rise out of bed. But how do they do...

Strictly for laughs.
March 1, 2003... "No, I don't care to hear your conspiracy theory." "Remember the good ol' days before having to know better?" "No, I haven't been eating between meals--guess again!" [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED]

From London with flair. (European Fashion For Spring And Summer 2003).
March 1, 2003... When European designers showcased their creations for spring/summer 2003, fanciful flair and flounce were quite evident. The fashions were ultra-feminine, often with layers of thin fabrics, spaghetti straps and plunging necklines. On the...

Health hotline.(coronary heart disease)
March 1, 2003... HEART DISEASE Coronary heart disease, more than all forms of cancer combined, is the leading cause of death among African-American women in the U.S. According to the National Black Women's Health Project, African-American women are 30...

A brunch for all seasons. (Date With a Dish).
March 1, 2003... You don't need to have a special occasions to prepare a fabulous brunch, which is a mixture of breakfast and lunch foods that can be enjoyed just about anytime and during any season. In addition to being a treat for the taste buds, brunch is...

Expert advice on love and relationships. (The Ebony Advisor).
March 1, 2003... `He married another woman, but really loves me. How long do I wait?' Q I have a strange relationship with a guy I met in 1999. He was living with a woman and they have a child. This guy and I went everywhere and did everything together. We...

Older women, younger men: the sometimes controversial relationships still generate some heated discussion. (The Debate Continues).
March 1, 2003... FALLING in love doesn't always happen the way women expect. Sometimes Mr. Right arrives late and shows up several years younger. Dating and marriage are tough enough without the extra burden of a generation gap, but an increasing number of...

Networking for fun, power and profit.
March 1, 2003... WITH style, finesse and unparalleled ambition, Sisters are revolutionizing the world of networking, combining "people skills" with an admirable work performance to move from where they are to where they want to be. The ability to connect...

Mayor Michael Coleman: leading Columbus into the 21st century; the first African-American mayor in the Ohio city is turning things around.
March 1, 2003... TWO words by Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall changed the direction of Mayor Michael Coleman s life. The first African-American mayor of Columbus, Ohio, and the city's first Democratic mayor in more than 30 years, was still in college...

Memorable photos: from the Ebony files.(Maggie Lena Walker)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... Maggie Lena Walker, a tireless civic leader, was named president of the St. Luke Bank and Trust Company in Richmond, Va., on April 27, 1903, becoming the first Black woman to head a bank. The bank eventually absorbed Richmond's other Black...

Miss America takes a stand on abstinence and bullying.(Erika Harold)
March 1, 2003... BENEATH the crown of Miss America 2003 stands a woman who has endured bullying, survived racism and practices abstinence. Erika Harold, 22-year-old Harvard-bound scholar and future lawyer, captured the coveted title in the pageant's 76th...

Ashanti takes charge on her way to superstardom.
March 1, 2003... IT has been a phenomenal year for Ashanti. Just 12 months ago, only a few music fans knew her as the cute face and sweet voice that spiced up some of hip-hop's roughest cuts. Today, Ashanti is a bona fide star who has broken music chart records...

Remembering Mamie Till Mobley.(Brief Article)(Obituary)
March 1, 2003... MAMIE TILL MOBLEY, a catalyst in the Civil Rights Movement, insisted on an open casket at the Chicago funeral of her 14-year-old son, Emmett, so the world could witness racism's brutality after he was abducted and lynched in Money, Miss., on...