The Standard Chapter: A Week with Collegiate 100

Students commented expressions of excitement as Southern University’s chapter of the Collegiate 100 unveiled their annual week of events inspired by the popular Cartoon Network series, Total Drama Island—taking place on March 24 to March 29, 2024. On Instagram, the chapter stated, “Get ready for Collegiate 100 Week! It’s time to step onto the set of leadership excellence, where… every member shines like a star!”
The week kicked off with a Sunday Service at Beacon Light, where members of Collegiate 100 gathered for a morning of reflection and community. This served as an opportunity for members to connect to a higher source for a shared goal of connection.
Monday brought a few challenges as the Game of Life game night, poised to happen in the Union Cotillion Ballroom, was canceled by way of inclement weather.
On Tuesday, the Courtyard was transformed into a Health and Wellness hub for Cravings and Contraceptives. Free health screenings, care packages, and “sweet treats” were provided for all who chose to attend. A day of indulgence and education, students were able to get food and learn about their physical health.
The Collegiate 100 then added a fun twist to their week with “Pie a Member” on Pretty Wednesday, allowing students to smudge whipped cream into members’ faces for $3. The lighthearted event raised funds and spirits, showcasing the chapter’s commitment to community and humor.
The week culminated with Collegiate KOKareoke at KOK Wings &Things on Wednesday night. The restaurant was packed with students eager to showcase their singing talents. From classic R&b to upbeat Hip-hop, the night was filled with music and laughter as students cheered on their friends and classmates.
Throughout the week, Collegiate 100 members hoped to embody the organization’s mission of being positive role models in their community. According to the official organization website, “The Collegiate 100® is a campus-based student organization with its programmatic initiatives that support the development of social, emotional, and educational needs of youth who need positive role models in the communities in which they live.”
These goals came to fruition according to Laila Herrington, a sophomore majoring in Finance from Jackson, Mississippi, saying, “C100 to me was successful because it brought students together and it allowed me to learn more about the organization from a new standpoint.”
Taylor Hayes, an Accounting senior and a Fall 2023 Inductee of Collegiate 100 had this to say when asked about the goals of the week: “With this being my first and last C100 week, personally my goal was to live in moment and actually have fun with my brother and sisters while doing service. C100 has been going through a lot of changes especially since this last cluster with women finally joining the organization. Change can be scary, but it is necessary and I think C100 week truly reflected that.”
Hayes continued by saying, “Although one of our big events was postponed, we still prevailed. There is always room for improvement, no matter how great of a turnout an event can have, but I believe C100 week was a success and the student body enjoyed it.” Hayes favorite event was Cravings and Conception where 22 students were tested for STI/STDs in less than 2 hours. In Hayes words, “It may not seem a lot to some, but this is a victory,” urging students to use the resources available to them with free testing on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
As the week came to a close, the Southern University of Collegiate 100 declared itself “The Standard Chapter,” setting an example for other organizations to follow. The week of events brought the campus community together, showcasing the importance of leadership, community service, and positive role modeling.