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Posted By: Jehan Bunch on October 24, 2006 October 19, 2006 Linda Hare OR Miya Robertson 615-963-5331 Tennessee State University's Most Recognizable Cheerleader Rallies Spirits and Anticipation for Homecoming 2006 You can believe the excitement over the upcoming Homecoming 2006 celebration for Tennessee State University is building; that is, "Building Bridges: Past, Present, Future," which is the theme for this year's week-long celebration, October 22-28. Who better to prepare the Nashville community for the celebration than the queen of Big Blue Country herself, Miss Tennessee State University 2006-2007 Dairanetta Spain? Spain is a senior, speech communications major from Memphis, Tenn., and was elected to office at the end of the 2005 school year. As a freshman, Spain ran on the Lady Tigerbelles track team and also formed a collegiate relationship with many other student athletes while tutoring for the Athletics Department, an activity she still enjoys today. During her sophomore year she also served as the sports editor for The Meter, the award-winning weekly campus publication. She believes Homecoming's importance stems from the university's ability to capture the past through alumni's memories of campus life, football greats, and alumni accomplishments. "I see homecoming as a big family reunion," stated Spain. "Homecoming brings back years of TSU history in one weekend." But the week of activities isn't just for TSU alumni. Alumni, TSU fans, and the Nashville community can all come together for a host of events. Miss TSU said many of the events are suitable for the entire family, such as the gospel concert, noonday pep rally, parade, and tailgate parties. Best of all, they're absolutely free. Of course, she's hoping for a win against Samford, whom TSU plays Saturday, at 6 p.m. at LP Field. "Winning homecoming is a pride booster," she said, and her job is to motivate students. She wishes they had the same enthusiasm for Homecoming that alumni show; the positive spirit that Homecoming brings could prove to be just what the university needs. "You can't force them (students) to get involved," she said, but she and her royal court will do their best. Miss TSU is accompanied by Miss Senior, Candice Witt, from Nashville, Tenn.; Miss Junior, Kesha Dalcour, from Chicago, Ill.; Miss Sophomore, Ashlee Akins, from Jackson, Tenn.; and Miss Freshman, Curpri Burns, from Detroit, Mich. A host of other student leaders and organizations take part in Homecoming as well. On a more personal note, Miss TSU agrees that this year's homecoming is very special to her. The coronation of Miss TSU will take place on Wednesday, October 24. During the ceremony Spain will be officially crowned the 77th queen of Tennessee State University and presented to her university family. Does Miss TSU know what people can expect from the ceremony? "It's all going to be a surprise for me. I will be grateful no matter what," she said, admitting that the love she has for TSU is "unexplainable." Another milestone in TSU'S history is the installation of the university's 7th president, Dr. Melvin N. Johnson, which will be held on Friday, October 27, at 9 a.m. in the Gentry Center. These two special homecoming ceremonies "make our positions more concrete," Spain said. She called them "a refreshing break for a good cause." And she'll need it. She'll be right back to a busy schedule, filled with meetings and appearances, all in the name of promoting and building a greater TSU. Dairanetta Spain's final message to alumni, visitors, and the Nashville community is to "enjoy "Big Blue Country" but come back ... there will be more." A complete list of Tennessee State University homecoming activities can be found at the TSU website: www.tnstate.edu/alumni. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Jehan Bunch
From Columbus, OH Central State University class of 2005 Member Since January 2006 |
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