THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT
Copyright (c) 1996, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: Friday, January 12, 1996 TAG: 9601120042
SECTION: DAILY BREAK PAGE: E11 EDITION: FINAL
COLUMN: Groovey Sapien
SOURCE: BY CHANDA FARROW, CAMPUS CORRESPONDENT
LENGTH: Medium: 99 lines
WITH HIS EYES on the ball, Tim Morgan concentrates on victory.
Each weekday Norfolk State University students can find Tim, 19, playing pool in the Mills E. Godwin Student Union.
``Pool allows me to compete with myself as well as others,'' said Tim. ``I enjoy it because it is relaxing and allows me to concentrate on something other than my education.''
Tim maintains a 3.504 grade-point average and is in one of the most prestigious honor societies on campus, DNIMAS, or Dortez National Institute for Minorities in Applied Sciences.
``Education is an opportunity to make it in a world where people are judged by their intellect as well as their personality,'' said Tim. ``Succeeding in education is halfway being successful in life, the other half is putting education to good use.''
This summer, Tim's father, Edward Morgan, died. Despite the heartache, Tim has continued to pursue his goals.
``I love my dad, he was always concerned with my education and health,'' said Tim. ``He always provided me with everything I needed to succeed.''
Tim is determined not to let his father down.
My full, entire, birth name: Timothy Edward Morgan
I was born: March 27, 1976
Job: None
Bros and sisters: I'm an only child.
My school in three words: Opportunity, stress, unpredictable.
The killer day means . . . shooting pool and chillin' with my friends and studying.
Boy, I was pretty smart when . . . I was in elementary school.
But I sure felt like an idiot after . . . I gambled on a game of pool which I should have won, but lost.
When I have a crazy midnight snack craving, I want . . . a pepperoni pizza.
My personal Oscars go to . . . my mom and dad, Mary and the late Edward Morgan.
The song of the century is: ``My Philosophy,'' KRS-1
The grooviest musical artist is: KRS-1
When I don't have anything else to do, I'm . . . lying in bed and watching TV.
Best date I've had: Going to dinner and a club.
And the worst? I went out with a girl and didn't want to go. But I was pressured by my friend and had a horrible time. I was back in an hour!
If I could change one thing about me I . . . would change my need to compete! I am overly competitive.
The best place for mouth-watering chow is: Applebee's.
I love shopping at: Hecht's.
The ultimate night on the town would include . . . dinner, a movie and a walk on the beach.
I make special arrangements to watch . . . ``New York Undercover.''
The last time I had a vacation . . . was to Willingboro, N.J., to visit my roommate from college.
My best job: This summer I worked as an intern at NASA Langley Research Center as a member of the Langley Aerospace Research program. I worked as an assistant computer programmer.
And the worst? I've never had a bad work experience.
I can easily brag about . . . taking advantage of the opportunities given to me.
In 10 years, I'd like to be . . . employed by a software company, married and enjoying life to the fullest.
If I could change one thing in America, I would . . . eliminate homelessness.
What makes you mad? People who are not punctual and people who take advantage of others.
If a film were made about your life, what would be the dramatic turning point? The summer before my senior year, I had the opportunity to work at NASA. It helped me mature and determine what I wanted my future to be.
Who would star in it? Larenz Tate (me), Jada Pinkett (girlfriend), Chris Tucker (male friend), Laurence Fishbourne (dad), Phylicia Rashad (mom)
I should be a veejay on MTV because . . . I have talent, am educated and well-mannered.
If I was a guest on a talk show, it would be: Montel Williams with the topic of ``Eligible College Bachelors.''
Your idea of the perfect girl . . . short, intelligent and attractive to me.
What did you enjoy most about high school? The years of carefree fun and no responsibilities.
If you could be anyone for a day, who would it be and why? Boo Johnson, creator of BET, because I would like to see how it feels to run a black-owned, multimillion dollar business.
Your best subjects in school: Math and computer science.
And your worst? Chemistry.
My life summed up in four words: Interesting, exciting, memorable, stressful ILLUSTRATION: MARTIN SMITH-RODDEN/ THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT
Norfolk State student Tim Morgan, 19, plays pool to relax, but
maintains a 3.504 grade-point average.
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