“If you can control a man's thinking, you do not have to worry about his actions. When you determine what a man shall think you do not have to concern yourself about what he will do. If you make a man feel that he is inferior, you do not have to compel him to accept an inferior status, for he will seek it himself . If you make a man think that he is justly an outcast, you do not have to order him to the back door. He will go without being told; and if there is no back door, his very nature will demand one.” - George G. Woodson
"Wake Up!" - Dap, School Daze
"Until you do right by me, everything you even think about gonna fail!" - Celie, The Color Purple
"Did I ever ask you for anything? Did I ever ask you for anything!?! I never asked you for nothing, not even your sorry ass hand in marriage!" - Celie, The Color Purple
"Where justice is denied, where poverty is enforced, where ignorance prevails, and where any one class is made to feel that society is an organized conspiracy to oppress, rob and degrade them, neither persons nor property will be safe." - Frederick Douglass
"When you have mastered numbers, you will in fact no longer be reading numbers, any more than you read words when reading books. You will be reading meanings." - W.E.B. DuBois
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Attention all Actors, Singers, and Comedians...
PEACHEZ, INC., a national theatrical tour promoter/producer, is conducting auditions this Thursday and Friday, April 30 & May 1, 2009. If you are a male or female 18 years of age or older and interested in auditioning to be an actor, singer or comedian in a touring production, please go to www.4showinfo.com and complete the form. The first 400 submissions will be given an audition ticket to enter the audition. You do not have to pay for the audition ticket. Anyone asking for money for the ticket is committing fraud. The website again is www.4showinfo.com.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
I Just Wonder If Chingy Will Respond...
As some of you may be aware, a Transsexual by the name of FoxxJazell recently disclosed her "alledged" sexual relationship with rapper Chingy. FoxxJazell did it during a radio interview and revealed some shocking tidbits on Chingy.
Well, Chingy went on record, via YouTube, and stated that he is not gay. He does not know FoxxJazell and never met him/her.
Now that Chingy dismissed FoxJazell, the Transsexual rapper made a diss song to Chingy.
Please know that the song has very graphic language.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Check Out My Commentary With Essence Mag Online...
For those of you who may or may not be aware, resident gay hairstylist Dwight Eubanks recently announced his marriage engagement to a woman. Essence Magazine Online called and asked if I could write a commentary on the subject matter.
I agreed and below is the partial commentary I wrote. At the bottom of this I provide the link to the complete commentary on essence.com.
Please read, share, and discuss with your friends, family, and collegeaus. I appreciate all of your love and support. Continue to be great and live in your greatness.
God bless!
Yes, Girl, He Is Into You...And Him!
By Terrance Dean
Shocked, appalled, flabbergasted, and simply outdone.
That's the reaction many women had when resident gay hairstylist Dwight Eubanks of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" fame announced his engagement to a woman.
I must admit I too was taken aback by his announcement. I'm a fan of the show and love Dwight's advice and friendship with NeNe. I personally feel every woman needs a gay best friend. It's a necessity just like a pair of Manolo Blahnik pumps. Besides, I also respect the fact that Dwight is an openly gay man who has no qualms about his sexuality. So, like many of you I thought, Why is he getting married to a woman? But, then I thought, Why is this woman marrying an openly gay man? Can't she find a man?
Reality quickly stepped in and I reflected on something I shared in my book, "Hiding In Hip Hop." There are lots of men who have "cover girls," or the term you may be familiar with, "beards." These women knowingly date and marry men who are bisexual or gay. Yes, there are women who have no problem being in romantic or sexual relationships with men who sleep with other men. I saw quite a bit of it in the entertainment business. These women know what they are getting themselves involved in, and the terms and conditions of the relationships. But, it didn't stop there. I met more prominent men outside of entertainment—ministers, doctors, politicians, and businessmen. These men and women have arranged relationships where the women are aware of the men's sexual desires.
Finish reading the rest of my commentary here: http://www.essence.com/news_entertainment/entertainment/articles/terrance_dean_commentary
I agreed and below is the partial commentary I wrote. At the bottom of this I provide the link to the complete commentary on essence.com.
Please read, share, and discuss with your friends, family, and collegeaus. I appreciate all of your love and support. Continue to be great and live in your greatness.
God bless!
Yes, Girl, He Is Into You...And Him!
By Terrance Dean
Shocked, appalled, flabbergasted, and simply outdone.
That's the reaction many women had when resident gay hairstylist Dwight Eubanks of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" fame announced his engagement to a woman.
I must admit I too was taken aback by his announcement. I'm a fan of the show and love Dwight's advice and friendship with NeNe. I personally feel every woman needs a gay best friend. It's a necessity just like a pair of Manolo Blahnik pumps. Besides, I also respect the fact that Dwight is an openly gay man who has no qualms about his sexuality. So, like many of you I thought, Why is he getting married to a woman? But, then I thought, Why is this woman marrying an openly gay man? Can't she find a man?
Reality quickly stepped in and I reflected on something I shared in my book, "Hiding In Hip Hop." There are lots of men who have "cover girls," or the term you may be familiar with, "beards." These women knowingly date and marry men who are bisexual or gay. Yes, there are women who have no problem being in romantic or sexual relationships with men who sleep with other men. I saw quite a bit of it in the entertainment business. These women know what they are getting themselves involved in, and the terms and conditions of the relationships. But, it didn't stop there. I met more prominent men outside of entertainment—ministers, doctors, politicians, and businessmen. These men and women have arranged relationships where the women are aware of the men's sexual desires.
Finish reading the rest of my commentary here: http://www.essence.com/news_entertainment/entertainment/articles/terrance_dean_commentary
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Speaking this week at Brown University and Ohio University...
Guest Speaker,
"The Cultural Phenomenon of Hip Hop:
Misogyny and Homophobia in Entertainment and
Its Effect on Society in the 21st Century"
Thursday, April 16
7pm - 9pm
Brown University
Sarah Doyle Women’s Center
List 120
64 College Street
Providence, RI
Guest Speaker,
“Day of Silence”
Friday, April 17
8:30pm
Ohio University
South Green at the Nelson Commons
Athens, OH
The Day of Silence is a day in which people of all sexual orientations and gender identities who support lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) rights take a vow of silence to recognize and protest the silence that LGBT people face each day.
It is also a remembrance of our Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender brothers and sisters, who have and=2 0are victims of violence, rape, murder, harassment, and other hyenas hate crimes done against them. The Day of Silence is Ohio University's way of showing the United States and the entire world that we stand with, for, and by our LGBT people by not talking and wearing our "HOT" Day of Silence T-shirts and attending the 1st Annual Candle Light Vigil and 4th Annual Breaking the Silence Program this spring.
More Background History
Founded in 1996, the Day of Silence has become the largest single student-led action towards creating safer schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. From the first-ever Day of Silence at the University of Virginia in 1996, to the organizing efforts in over 1,900 middle schools, high schools, colleges and universities across the country in 2002, its textured history reflects its diversity in both numbers and reach.
For too long, the silencing of LGBT people and their allies has been the norm. Whether it's the lack of LGBT-inclusive material in educational resources, or role assignments based upon our assumed gender, such silence and silencing affects us all in a profound way.
Just as profound, however, can be the use of silence as a form of protest. The Day of Silence moves the power of these personal experiences to a community-focused effort. The Day of Silence is a way of turning silence on its head, of reclaiming silence as a tool.
The Day of Silence institutes a visible silence, a silence during which participants protest anti-LGBT discrimination and abuse. Such an effort also allows us to reflect upon how powerful silencing can be, to focus on how we can make our own voices stronger and to begin to stop silencing ourselves.
"The Cultural Phenomenon of Hip Hop:
Misogyny and Homophobia in Entertainment and
Its Effect on Society in the 21st Century"
Thursday, April 16
7pm - 9pm
Brown University
Sarah Doyle Women’s Center
List 120
64 College Street
Providence, RI
Guest Speaker,
“Day of Silence”
Friday, April 17
8:30pm
Ohio University
South Green at the Nelson Commons
Athens, OH
The Day of Silence is a day in which people of all sexual orientations and gender identities who support lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) rights take a vow of silence to recognize and protest the silence that LGBT people face each day.
It is also a remembrance of our Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender brothers and sisters, who have and=2 0are victims of violence, rape, murder, harassment, and other hyenas hate crimes done against them. The Day of Silence is Ohio University's way of showing the United States and the entire world that we stand with, for, and by our LGBT people by not talking and wearing our "HOT" Day of Silence T-shirts and attending the 1st Annual Candle Light Vigil and 4th Annual Breaking the Silence Program this spring.
More Background History
Founded in 1996, the Day of Silence has become the largest single student-led action towards creating safer schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. From the first-ever Day of Silence at the University of Virginia in 1996, to the organizing efforts in over 1,900 middle schools, high schools, colleges and universities across the country in 2002, its textured history reflects its diversity in both numbers and reach.
For too long, the silencing of LGBT people and their allies has been the norm. Whether it's the lack of LGBT-inclusive material in educational resources, or role assignments based upon our assumed gender, such silence and silencing affects us all in a profound way.
Just as profound, however, can be the use of silence as a form of protest. The Day of Silence moves the power of these personal experiences to a community-focused effort. The Day of Silence is a way of turning silence on its head, of reclaiming silence as a tool.
The Day of Silence institutes a visible silence, a silence during which participants protest anti-LGBT discrimination and abuse. Such an effort also allows us to reflect upon how powerful silencing can be, to focus on how we can make our own voices stronger and to begin to stop silencing ourselves.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Speaking At Syracuse University Friday, April 10th...
Student organizations Black Communications Society and Sex S.Y.M.B.A.L.S. want you to come out to and engage in conversation with MARVELYN BROWN and TERRANCE DEAN about AIDS in America on Friday, April 10th from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Syracuse University
215 University Place
If you are in the area come and check out this free event!
Thursday, April 2, 2009
2009 SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
FREE!! MIT announces its MITES Program
(Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science)
A challenging 6 week summer program that prepares promising rising seniors for careers in engineering and science. If you are selected, all educational, housing, meals and activity costs are covered. You must, however, pay for your own transportation to and from MIT. To apply, go to http://mit.edu/mites/www
GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Science & Engineering Apprenticeship program (summer)
This program places academically talented H.S. students (at least 16 yrs old, sophomores/ juniors) with interest in science & math in Dept. of Defense laboratories for an 8-wk period over the summer. This is an invaluable experience in the world of scientific research, with hands-on exposure to scientific & engineering practices not available in the HS environment. It is a paid apprenticeship ($2,000) and the students are assigned a scientist or engineer as their mentor. To apply online or get more information about the program: http://www.usaeop.com. Students must submit their transcript (minimum GPA 3.0) and teacher recommendation to the program director for consideration and daily transportation is the student's responsibility. Program runs from June 22 - August 14, 2009.
FREE!! Princeton University announces its Summer Journalism Program for low-income sophomores or juniors with at least a 3.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) who have an interest in journalism . The cost is free including travel costs to and from Princeton! Apply now! Go to www.princeton.edu/sjp
FREE!! The National Center for Health Marketing's Global Health Odyssey Museum is pleased to offer the 2009 CDC Disease Detective Camp (DDC). DDC is an academic day camp for students who will be high school juniors and seniors during the 2009-2010 school year. Campers will take on the roles of disease detectives and learn how CDC safeguards the nation's health. The camp will be offered twice from June 22-26 and July 13-17. For more info and to apply to go www.cdc.gov/gcc/exhibit/camp.htm.
FREE!! The American Legion sponsors a week-long summer leadership program called Boys State. This year's program will be held at McDaniel College in Westminster, Maryland from June 21-27. If you are a junior interested in a leadership opportunity see your guidance counselor right away for more information.
The Leadership Center at Morehouse College presents the 2009 Coca-Cola Pre-College Leadership Program. There are 2 programs, one for male students completing their sophomore or junior year, and the other for male students completing their senior year. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale). The curriculum focuses on personal and interpersonal leadership skills. The program runs from June 20 to June 26. The cost is $400.00. To apply, go to www.morehouse.edu. Application access is listed under "Events at the Leadership Center."
NASA sponsors the National Space Club Scholars Program, a 6 week summer internship at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. It is open to students who will be 16 years old and have completed the 10th grade by June 2009, have demonstrated high academic success, and have an interest in space science or engineering as a career. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Applications are available in the Career Center or online at www.education.gsfc.nasa.gov/pages/placement.html Apply now!
University of Maryland, College Park: Women in Engineering, E2@UMD, July 12-18 or July 19-25; rising juniors and seniors. Go to www.wie.umd.edu/precollege or call 301-405-3283
University of Maryland Young Scholars Program targets rising juniors and seniors who have a strong academic record and a desire to excel to experience college life while earning three academic credits. 14 courses are offered for three weeks from July 12–31, 2009. Visit www.ysp.umd.edu/pr
CITY YEAR, WASHINGTON DC (Americorps)
Graduating seniors who are not sure what they want to do after high school should consider applying for a paid community service position with City Year, Washington, DC., a group of 17-24 year olds committed to full-time service for ten months in the Washington, DC community. Benefits include: living stipend ($200 per week), health care coverage, free metro pass, and $4,725 educational scholarship. For more info: www.cityyear.org/dc or call: 202-776-7780. Recruitment open houses will be held once a month at their headquarters: 1875 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1130, Washington, DC 20009
FREE!! MIT announces its MITES Program
(Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science)
A challenging 6 week summer program that prepares promising rising seniors for careers in engineering and science. If you are selected, all educational, housing, meals and activity costs are covered. You must, however, pay for your own transportation to and from MIT. To apply, go to http://mit.edu/mites/www
GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Science & Engineering Apprenticeship program (summer)
This program places academically talented H.S. students (at least 16 yrs old, sophomores/ juniors) with interest in science & math in Dept. of Defense laboratories for an 8-wk period over the summer. This is an invaluable experience in the world of scientific research, with hands-on exposure to scientific & engineering practices not available in the HS environment. It is a paid apprenticeship ($2,000) and the students are assigned a scientist or engineer as their mentor. To apply online or get more information about the program: http://www.usaeop.com. Students must submit their transcript (minimum GPA 3.0) and teacher recommendation to the program director for consideration and daily transportation is the student's responsibility. Program runs from June 22 - August 14, 2009.
FREE!! Princeton University announces its Summer Journalism Program for low-income sophomores or juniors with at least a 3.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) who have an interest in journalism . The cost is free including travel costs to and from Princeton! Apply now! Go to www.princeton.edu/sjp
FREE!! The National Center for Health Marketing's Global Health Odyssey Museum is pleased to offer the 2009 CDC Disease Detective Camp (DDC). DDC is an academic day camp for students who will be high school juniors and seniors during the 2009-2010 school year. Campers will take on the roles of disease detectives and learn how CDC safeguards the nation's health. The camp will be offered twice from June 22-26 and July 13-17. For more info and to apply to go www.cdc.gov/gcc/exhibit/camp.htm.
FREE!! The American Legion sponsors a week-long summer leadership program called Boys State. This year's program will be held at McDaniel College in Westminster, Maryland from June 21-27. If you are a junior interested in a leadership opportunity see your guidance counselor right away for more information.
The Leadership Center at Morehouse College presents the 2009 Coca-Cola Pre-College Leadership Program. There are 2 programs, one for male students completing their sophomore or junior year, and the other for male students completing their senior year. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale). The curriculum focuses on personal and interpersonal leadership skills. The program runs from June 20 to June 26. The cost is $400.00. To apply, go to www.morehouse.edu. Application access is listed under "Events at the Leadership Center."
NASA sponsors the National Space Club Scholars Program, a 6 week summer internship at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. It is open to students who will be 16 years old and have completed the 10th grade by June 2009, have demonstrated high academic success, and have an interest in space science or engineering as a career. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Applications are available in the Career Center or online at www.education.gsfc.nasa.gov/pages/placement.html Apply now!
University of Maryland, College Park: Women in Engineering, E2@UMD, July 12-18 or July 19-25; rising juniors and seniors. Go to www.wie.umd.edu/precollege or call 301-405-3283
University of Maryland Young Scholars Program targets rising juniors and seniors who have a strong academic record and a desire to excel to experience college life while earning three academic credits. 14 courses are offered for three weeks from July 12–31, 2009. Visit www.ysp.umd.edu/pr
CITY YEAR, WASHINGTON DC (Americorps)
Graduating seniors who are not sure what they want to do after high school should consider applying for a paid community service position with City Year, Washington, DC., a group of 17-24 year olds committed to full-time service for ten months in the Washington, DC community. Benefits include: living stipend ($200 per week), health care coverage, free metro pass, and $4,725 educational scholarship. For more info: www.cityyear.org/dc or call: 202-776-7780. Recruitment open houses will be held once a month at their headquarters: 1875 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1130, Washington, DC 20009
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