“By their fruits, ye shall know them.”

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A’Cappella Choir Christmas ConcertThe Rust College A’Cappella Choir held its annual Christmas concert on Sunday, Dec. 14 at the Doxey Alumni Fine Arts Center on the campus. The choir is one of America’s most renowned choirs featuring a broad repertoire of classical, semi-classical, spiritual, operatic, contemporary and traditional gospel.

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President’s Mid-year Convocation2:40 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 13 Morehouse AuditoriumDoxey Alumni Fine Arts Communications Center

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority2:40 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 15Morehouse AuditoriumDoxey Alumni Fine Arts Communications Center

Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration2:40 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19 Morehouse AuditoriumDoxey Alumni Fine Arts Communications Center

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority 2:40 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22 Morehouse AuditoriumDoxey Alumni Fine Arts Communications Center

Humanities Assembly2:40 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29 Morehouse AuditoriumDoxey Alumni Fine Arts Communications Center

UPCOMING EVENTS

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WURC hosts fall membership drive

Academic CalendarSECOND MODULE | Oct. 21 – Dec. 19

Classes resume | Dec. 1

Last day to apply for Spring Graduation | Dec. 2

Christmas Dinner (all campus) | Dec.10

Dead Week – no activities | Dec. 15-19

Final Exams (2nd Module) | Dec. 18-19

Christmas Vacation begins for students after finals | Dec. 19

Residence Halls close at 5p.m. | Dec. 20

Christmas Vacation Begins for faculty after Grades reported | Dec. 22

Residence Halls reopen at noon...........................................January 4

THIRD MODULE ......................................... January 5-February 27

Registration.............................................................................January 5

Classes Begin ..........................................................................January 6

Late Registration with Fines..................................................January 6

Last day to add classes ..........................................................January 9

Mid-Year Opening Convocation........................................January 13

Martin Luther King Holiday...............................................January 19

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Students give back during the holiday season by Renika Dixon

During this holiday season, hundreds of children and families will benefit from the benevolence of Rust College Sorority students.

The ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma Theta, and Zeta Phi Beta hosted several events to give back to communities and children in need. Organizers say the purpose of these events was to show that the ladies of these organizations care and that the lives of others matter.

The members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. hosted Seasonal Wraps and a Can Food Drive from Nov. 24 to Dec. 19. The AKAs have asked Rust students to donate food or blankets.

“Our purpose is to give back to the local community because they do not have enough food for the holidays,” says member Anupria Davenport. “We’re giving to people in need because they do not have items for the winter to keep them warm. We’re trying to make sure everyone has a safe, warm, and blessed holiday by helping others in need.”

The members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosted Secret Santa through Dec. 10. The Deltas asked students to bring a gift or give a donation.

“It’s to help a group of children who aren’t as privileged as others,” said member Hydeia Edmondson. “We are going to buy them gifts for Christmas and just help make their Christmas special. Just to show them Delta cares.”

Meanwhile, the members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. hosed a coat drive though Friday, Dec. 12. The Zetas asked students to donate a coat. “The purpose of this event was for children in need of clothing, especially coats and jackets because it is winter. It is important to them and we are making our business to keep warm and are safe during the season.” says member Ariana Jackson.

Garden Cafe of Sacred Hearts Catholic Services gets helping hands from BearcatsThe Student Government Association partnered with the Garden Cafe of Sacred Hearts Catholic Services and served a hot meal to the Holly Springs community before going home for the holidays. This is the second part of the SGA’s platform to bridge the gap between Rust College and the Holly Springs community. Pictured in the left below photo are (l-r): Jakilya Rias, Jamal Payne, Darion Johnson, LaMarco McClendon, Jessica Love, Lace McCall, Naomi Rahn (l-r): Larance Carter, Jessica Love and Crystal Bradley.

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Rust College’s public radio, WURC, just concluded its first ever radio-thon membership drive. Over $2,500.00 was realized during the pledge campaign held Sunday, Dec. 14 through Thursday, Dec. 18. According to Dr. Debayo Moyo, the station plans to hold the annual campaign in fall, spring, and summer. “We truly appreciate the various individuals and listeners who responded to our pledge requests,” said Moyo.

Sydne’ BreAnna Autry, Miss Gulf State, visited the station to make her pledge. It is never to late to become a member. Donations support can also be made online at www.wurc.org. Your tax-deductible donation and financial support make it possible for WURC to enhance and improve its programming objectives.