March 12, 2011 Jaevonn Harris #SATURDAYRECOMMENDATIONS: MOVIES Higher Learning is a 1995 American drama film, starring an ensemble cast. It also featured Tyra Banks’ first performance in a theatricalfilm. Laurence Fishburne won an Image Award for “Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture” for his performance; Ice Cube was also nominated for the award. The film follows the changing lives of three incoming freshmen at the fictional Columbus University: Malik Williams (Omar Epps), a black track star who struggles with academics; Kristen Connor (Kristy Swanson), a shy and naive girl; and Remy (Michael Rapaport), a lonely and confused man seemingly out of place in his new environment. ENJOY AND SPREAD WORD..