Divided we fall: NO HBCU Love

When you say “Southern Hospitality”, what really comes to your mind? I lived my whole 24 years of life knowing the exact the meaning because I was raised by a mom and grandmother who believe in it no matter who came into their home. However, before I could step one good foot on Alcorn State University’s campus, I wasn’t welcomed in the way I expected.
First off, before my adviser, staff photographer and I could find a parking spot, we were greeted by state troopers who stared at us like we didn’t belong there. Maybe it’s because of the dry-fit Southern University polo shirts we had on but I “mind” you, these officers are all BLACK!
We drive away from the officers and pull up to the entrance gate that leads to the rest of the campus. As soon as we approach the gate, a young BLACK woman ask if we need assistance. My adviser, the driver, tells the lady, “We’re trying to find the media parking lot for US guys.” The lady, who obviously had selective hearing, said, “First of all, I’m a lady!” We all paused for second but then continued down the roadways until we approached the respective parking lot.
Walking to the home side of Jack Spinks stadium and we’re greeted by staff running the stadium’s entrance gates. I “mind” you again they are what? “BLACK!” They decided to lead us into the wrong direction of the elevator that leads to the press box. Fortunately, a staff worker that favors my mom in “hospitality” walked us to the elevator. You would think that if it’s my first time here, the staff would treat us with respect knowing you have a job to do that’s important to the University; I guess some people are too ignorant to think otherwise.
Finally, we get into the elevator along with other SU employees were willing to share it Alcorn supporters, BLACK, decides not ride. Get to the press box and a heavy set man, standing about 6 feet 2 says, “We are at max capacity! I can not let you in!” Now, if we ahead of time reserve passes to have seats to work in the press box, why isn’t there any seats left? Can I get a “c’mon man!”
Part 2 coming soon online!