NCCU Walks Over Savannah State 33-3 To Win Homecoming Game

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DURHAM, N.C. – North Carolina Central University amassed 422 yards of total offence and recorded a season-best six sacks during a 33-3 homecoming victory over Savannah State University on Saturday inside a packed O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium with a crowd of 12,966 fans.

NCCU (5-2, 4-0 MEAC) remains unbeaten in the conference with its 11th consecutive win over MEAC opposition, including seven straight to end the 2015 campaign.

A dominant defensive effort by the Eagles resulted in 13 tackles behind the line of scrimmage and just 141 total yards by the visiting Tigers. Junior defensive lineman Ja’Quan Smith and senior linebackerLeGrande Harley topped NCCU with eight takedowns each, with Smith contributing 1.5 hits for a loss and a sack. Linebacker Reggie Hunter and end Frederick Henry-Ajudua each collected seven tackles and 2.5 hits for a loss, while Henry-Ajudua added 1.5 sacks with a safety to increase his MEAC-leading sack total to 5.5.

NCCU’s lone takeaway came via an interception by senior Ronald Conyers, his first career pick.

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Bowie State Wins 38-37 Defeating Virginia State During Homecoming

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BOWIE, Md. – Sophomore quarterback Amir Hall (Bowie, Md.) scored on a 2-yard run with 9:46 remaining in the game to lift Bowie State University to a thrilling 38-37 come from behind Homecoming victory over Virginia State University on Saturday afternoon. The win puts the BSU Bulldogs in sole possession of first place in the CIAA North.  PHOTOS COURTESY OF LAWRENCE JOHNSON

Hall completed 25-of-36 passes for 332 yards and four touchdowns to pace Bowie State’s offense. His primary target, senior Nyme Manns(Baltimore, Md.), recorded game-highs of 129 yards on eight receptions and scored two touchdowns. Junior Daivon Nixon (Laurel, Md.) and graduate student Kevaugn Townsend (Fort Washington, Md.) tallied a game-high 10 tackles each for the Bulldogs.

Bowie State (5-2, 4-0 CIAA, 2-0 North) drew first blood at the 9:20 mark of the first quarter on a Hall Manns 16-yard pass and catch for a 6-0 lead.

Virginia State’s Kevin Bellamy (Hampton, Va.) put the visitors in front 14-6 by the end of the first quarter with TD runs of two and 24 yards.

Hall and Manns teamed up again to pull the Bulldogs within one at 14-13 at the 9:38 mark of the second quarter, this time for an 18-yard score.

The Trojans quickly responded on their next possession as Cannon rumbled for a 76 yard touchdown run to set the score at 21-13 with 9:16 on the second quarter clock.

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Delta Sigma Theta Performing At DSU 2016 Homecoming Stepshow

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The Spring 16 line of the Epsilon Alpha chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated left their hEArts on this stage Thursday night! I am beyond proud of my Neos! They had precision, synchronization, impeccable timing, and most importantly ENTHUSIASM OWT OF THIS WORLD!!! OOOOOOOOOOO~OOP!

Trina At 2016 Bowie State University Homecoming With Models Inc.

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Trina hits the stage for BSU’s throwback concert series performing her classic hit single ‘Pull Over.’

She is accompanied by her performers, the ladies of Models Inc.

Founded by Bowie State alum, Aaron Handy with Iran “Bang” Paylor, Models Inc. was formed with three things in mind: To build self-esteem, enrich young adults, and create a safe place for youth and young adults to express themselves through artistic development and Runway performance. Visit Models Inc.

Recovery Still In Effect For Fathers Of Trayvon Martin And Ron Davis

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On October 11 at the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, The Campaign for for Black Male Achievement and the Perception Institute presented its third “Black Male Reimagined III” with an emphasis on deconstructing the the black image and identity in the pre and post-Obama America.

The all-day presentation included performances, panelists, interactive discussions which explored the ‘realities, hopes, dreams, and challenges that are tied to the identity and perception of black men and women’ informed Vice President of Communications for the Campaign of Black Male Achievement, Rashid Shabazz.

Panelists included Tracy Martin and Ron Davis, both fathers of slain children Trayvon Martin and Jordan Davis, discussed the challenges within themselves and others in the black community.

As the fourth anniversary of Jordan Davis’ death approaches and the rise of police brutality among young black males, Davis’ father continues to stand up for the black community. “Families are more than a fifteen minute spotlight. The media leaves, yet we still have issues surrounding us so I have to stand up because you are my children since mine was taken away from me”.

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Left to Right: Shawn Dove, Ron Davis, Tracy Martin Courtesy of Black Male Reimagined

Moderator and CEO of the Campaign for Black Male Achievement, Shawn Dove, inquired on the difficulty of expressing fear, anger, frustration, and hatred without being labeled as hypersensitive black male. Both Martin and Davis agreed to not deliberately neglect and disregard sensitivity because it creates ticking timebombs of stress, rage and resentment.

“Sensitivity is overlooked and as the head of the household we put a shield over ourselves. We let society tear us apart. We need to start loving people more. We need to let our sons know we love them because they are African American males with potential and help them instil respect, love, and God into their lives”, emphasized Martin. Davis concurred. “We need to learn as men how to cry and live simultaneously.

Davis recommended strategies to preserve the life and potential we as young people have yet to discover. “Seeing as how we get shot with our hands up or with our hands in our pockets, we don’t know what to do or say anymore. We need to make sure of our situations by creating safe zones for ourselves. Davis continues to suggest “if you don’t change the laws/policies, you are going to be right here on this stage with me. We have domestic terrorism but we are not here to be murdered”.

Since the killings of Jordan Davis an Trayvon Martin become catalysts for the Black Lives Matter Movement, the fathers, like other panelist have learned to manage the inevitable rage by using their platform to speak upon social change and the need for African Americans to be the change that we wish to see in the world.

Wallace Foundation Selects VSU To Help Improve How Aspiring Principles Are Trained

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The Wallace Foundation selected Virginia State University, among six other universities, to participate in a national $47 million initiative to develop models over the next four years for improving university principle preparation programs and to examine state policy to see if it could be strengthened to encourage higher-quality training statewide. VSU, along with district partners and the Virginia Department of Education, will receive $2.4 million in the first year to participate.

The University Principal Preparation Initiative seeks to explore how university programs can improve their training so it reflects the evidence on how to best prepare effective principals, and then to share these insights to benefit the broader field. It aims to address a longstanding concern that many university programs have not kept pace with the growing demands of the principalship.

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UNCF-Member HBCUs Help To Improve Student Loan Default Rates

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UNCF-member historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) made significant progress in reducing student loan defaults rates, according to FY 2013 Cohort Default Rate data released last week. Two-thirds of the 37 HBCUs supported by UNCF reduced their FY 2013 Cohort Default Rates (CDRs) compared to the prior year, and some institutions cut default rates by 40 percent or more over the last two years.

“UNCF-member institutions have devoted tremendous time, resources and effort to reduce student loan defaults, all while using scarce funds to do their part, and these efforts are paying off,” said Dr. Michael L. Lomax, UNCF president and CEO. “Now, federal policymakers must step up to the plate to provide debt relief and better student loan services to the 80 percent of HBCU students who must borrow to get to and through college.”

Notably, all 101 eligible HBCUs produced three-year CDRs that fall below the 30 percent regulatory threshold. HBCUs were recognizedby the Education Department for innovative approaches toward default management and reduction, including best practices such as tracking measureable goals, engaging students at orientation with borrower topics, enhanced entrance and exit counseling, increased contact with delinquent borrowers and borrower tracking.

For additional progress on student loan debt, delinquencies and defaults, UNCF recommends that federal policymakers:

  • Reduce the need for low-income students to borrow by increasing grant and work-study opportunities
  • Make federal student loans less costly for students and their parents
  • Hold federal student loan servicing contractors accountable for serving students at a high level
  • Establish a single, simple and automatic income-based repayment plan for all federal student loan borrowers

NCAT Claims Victory In Black Enterprise Hackathon Challenge

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Four NC A&T State University students claimed a victory of Black Enterprise’s TechConneXt Summit BE Smart Hackathon. A&T team members Angelica Willis, Brandon Long, Ashana and, Jean Beya developed “Let’s Go Black:” Where Culture Meets Adventure One Road at a Time, an app that helps anyone discover all things relative to the black experience while located anywhere in the nation that brought them the winning title. The IOS application helps users discover and devise a customized road trip experience and helps them support black owned businesses by sending them push notifications when in the vicinity of an African American business.

The 24-36 hour hackathon challenged each team to use their creative and development efforts to create an innovative In-Vehicle Infotainment (IVI) app. The participants’ primary focus was to develop an app for usage within a Toyota vehicle, also the lead summit sponsor.

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Students HBCU Attend Florida Blogging Conference To Learn About Career Growth Opportunities

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Students from Edward Waters College and  Duval County Public Schools attended the Florida Blogging Conference, a national and international social media and technology conference, at Full Sail University. William Jackson, Educational Technology; Social Media; and STEAM professor at EWC, hosts students during this conference and other similar events, to provide them the opportunity to network with industry professionals, build their knowledge base and confidence, and recognize their ability to speak on their own as they grow towards their career.

Students attended workshops during the FlBlogCon that were aimed toward integrating social media and technology in education, commerce business, and developing branding and marketing strategies. The conference, established 6 years ago, is designed to provide students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real world careers.

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Dr. Ronald A. Johnson Inaugurated As CAU’s Fourth President

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Ronald A Johnson, Ph.D., was inaugurated as Clark Atlanta University’s fourth president on October 8 at the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel in Atlanta. Immediately after assuming his role at CAU on July 1, 2015, Dr. Johnson moved to restructure every degree program at CAU for students to enhance their portfolio and boost their competitiveness in the global workforce. CAU moved up in rank to #18 in the Top 20 Best HBCU’s by US News and World Report during Dr. Johnson’s first year as president. He intends to “broaden and sharpen CAU’s efforts.”

Dr. Johnson previously served as the dean of the Texas Southern University Jesse H. Jones School of Business and a finance professor since 2011. He also served as dean of West Carolina University’s College of Business and has taught several majors of study to include finance and economics at Florida A&M University, Northeastern University, and Howard University.

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White HBCU Grad & Man of Omega Psi Phi: Be The Change

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The contents of this video are extremely rare. The contents are so uncommon that you may not believe your eyes. Believe them!

While growing up, Alan’s father and grandfather were both members of the white supremacist, hate, and terrorist organization, the Ku Klux Klan (KKK). Not only did Alan choose another path, he did so and blazed a trail. Alan became a man of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., attended a historically black college/university, married a black woman, his sister married a black man, and his father and grandfather even renounced their memberships from the KKK!

Be the change you would like to see!

Will BET’s ‘The Quad’ Bring Back Life To HBCUs On Television?

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In 1987, the hit show A Different World, made its television debut. A Different World was the first television show to display the HBCU experience. During and after the airing of A Different World, the interest in HBCU’s spiked across the country. The show deflected  negative African American stereotypes and positively showcased college life of the young, gifted and black. Since, “The Quad” will become the second show in history to depict the HBCU experience, many viewers may hope to find traces of A Different World.

From a far, “The Quad” seems like a drama series heavily based around the fictitious “Georgia A&M University Marching Band.”  In the 3 minute trailer, “The Quad” delivers the following:

  • A newly installed and compelling female President played by Anika Noni Rose.
  • A band director with seemingly twisted morals and values.
  • Freshman students battling vigorously for marching band positions.
  • A multitude of serious chain reactions; caused by a brutal band hazing ritual.

Oh….and a 2 second close up of Jasmine Guy, most notable for her role as Whitley Gilbert in A Different World.

From the preview, my mind is anticipating a television drama focused on the HBCU marching band experience, which differs from the shows tagline; “Ever Wanted to Go to a HBCU? Welcome to The Quad.” 

The tagline insinuates that the show will either persuade its viewers to attend an HBCU, or evoke feelings of jealousy from viewers who passed on an HBCU opportunity. But if the marching band is not a personal desire, the trailer gives little reason why one would want to go to an HBCU.

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Although, HBCU bands are most beloved, Historically Black Colleges and Universities are capable of more than a halftime show. Horrific band hazing, resulting in the loss of life, has already brought shame and pain to the HBCU community. Placing these entities as the main focus of an HBCU plea is problematic.

HBCU’s are multi-facet with deeper meaning and value. Most, began just after slavery, affording African Americans an opportunity to receive higher education as early as the 1860’s. HBCU’s offer a sense of family, that can sometimes rival the love of actual family members. Inside the walls of HBCU’s are mathematicians, doctors, lawyers, entrepreneurs future leaders and other successful men and women. HBCU’s have been and continue to be one of the staples of the African American community.

Yes, HBCU’s are full of energy, camaraderie and house some of the best bands in the land, but if we are convincing the world of its greatness, the camera lens must widen.

To be fair, a 3 minute trailer will not provide enough content, to declare a definitive conclusion of the show’s ability to display the depth of HBCU life. Although most trailers, aim to provide part of the purpose (while holding back a few surprises), the previews are never too far from the overall plot.

So, will “The Quad” bring back life to HBCU’s on television? The answer depends on how you classify “life”.

You can answer the question for yourself after “The Quad” premieres on BET in January 2017.

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National Science Foundation Granted WSSU $400,000 For New Psychology Program

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The National Science Foundation donated $400,000 to Winston Salem State University to create a psychology research program. The grant aims to increase the number of underrepresented minority students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, or STEM majors, within graduate programs and professional fields.

The grant will develop an honor’s curriculum in the Department of Psychological Sciences for undergraduate psychology students.  The three-year grant will create three new research-focused courses and a summer cultural neuroscience institute that will immerse students in mentored research. It will also fund renovations and upgrades of lab spaces at Coltrane Hall and the establishment of a psychology colloquium series that will attract a diverse group of researchers and scholars to WSSU.

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