The Kappa Transition: DJ Spin's BSU Got Talent Set

By: Mardline Prevot

Via Bowie State Cab

📦 Part 1: The Great Giveaway Pickup 🏃‍♀️

The crisp, late-October air at Bowie State University buzzed with anticipation—not just the usual campus energy, but a palpable excitement for the upcoming coronation. I was technically on the clock for my Intramurals and Recreation, 1914 Edition internship, but today felt more like a covert holiday mission. My assignment: pick up about 15 package giveaways destined for various campus organizations and departments within Athletics. This was our way of giving back—a thank-you from the department, and for me, a little extra spoiling session.

Why the extra spoiling? Well, it was all tied up with my track and field friend and crush. The coronation was coming up, and I knew the women, who already dress impeccably, were going to look absolutely fine. Being nonbinary and heading toward that event later made me want to spread some good cheer and energy, so I decided to go all out with the giveaway deliveries.

I walked into the administrative wing of the Athletics Department, the boxes neatly stacked near the entrance. They were heavier than I expected, filled with BSU swag, gift certificates, and maybe a few extra goodies I’d tucked in myself. A quick chat with the coordinator, a check of the inventory list, and the packages were officially in my care.

“Got ’em!” I muttered to myself, adjusting the stack. Now for the logistics. The clock was ticking, not just on my internship hours, but on getting ready for the night's main event. This internship is about my future to fricking graduating, I reminded myself, keeping the hustle professional.

While juggling the boxes and an internal list of drop-off spots, I pulled out my phone. Step one: securing my mom's ride. She was making the drive, and I needed to make sure she arrived stress-free. With a couple of taps, the ride was confirmed: A Gray Toyota Camry Uber was on its way to bring my mother to campus.

Packages secured. Mom's ride handled. Now for the delivery route.

 

The Bowie State Homecoming vibes are officially locked in! Y'all, I can't even tell you how much the Department of Athletics came through for me. That trip from the Athletics building to the CMRC Student Center in the #59 Silver Golf Cart felt like a victory lap. I'm starting to think I've been officially adopted by the Bulldogs, no cap!

And for real, riding with a Sigma in that cart? That was the funniest thing I've done in a minute. The energy on campus is just different right now—you can feel the collective Black and gold spirit buzzing.

📦 Showcase Prep & Godmom's Good Intentions

Right after my scenic cart tour, the real work started. My godmother shows up with the frames for my senior showcase, and she's trying to get the Howard University alumni from 1867 to 2017 to pick up the boxes. Bless her heart! I was like, "I got this, godmom, you're tripping."

I sprinted to the lounge area in CMRC and rented out a yellow poly cart faster than you can say "Bulldog Pride." Hauled that thing straight to the machine room to set up for my big night. The showcase is all about my animation thought process, focusing on Tarot cards and the tough times in Haiti due to Hurricane Melissa. Yeah, I'm taking this animation thing seriously now.

🎶 Ready for the Concert & Looking for Red

With the major tasks checked off, it was finally time to hang with the Gangnem. It's been too long since I've properly linked up with my friends, and I'm definitely looking forward to the Mariah the Scientist concert tonight. It's the perfect way to cap off the homecoming hype.

And about this concert... I don't know what it is, but I think I have a serious infatuation with the Deltas, or maybe I'm just delusional from all the excitement! I guess I'll have to see how the night goes. A red on a mission, trying to figure out if she's catching feelings for the crimson and cream. Stay tuned!