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Howard University’s Running Back, Terrence Tusan Fatally Shot

Posted on Dec 26, 2014

According to The Root, a Howard University running back, who returned to his Texas home while on holiday break, was shot and killed along with an 18-year-old man after the two men, along with an accomplice, reportedly attempted to rob an apartment.

The Denton Record Chronicle reports, Terrence Neal Tusan, 22, Jakobi Dmon Gipson and another man allegedly forced their way into a Denton, Texas apartment on Sunday and while police did not say how the shooting began, it is believed that the homeowners opened fire on the young men who all reportedly were wearing masks.

Gipson’s body was found inside the apartment according to the Denton Record Chronicle and Tusan’s body was found outside near the apartment.

On December 23rd, Howard University released a statement stating, “Today, the Howard University family mourns the loss of student athlete Terrence Tusan, a senior from Arlington, Texas, who was majoring in Leisure Studies. Terrence played as a running back on the Howard University Football team for three seasons. We extend our deepest sympathies to the Tusan family at this difficult time.”

Tusan’s mother said, “He was very happy with his grades,” she told the Record-Chronicle. “We were going to do some more Christmas shopping.”

Clarence Nevels, a former coach, family friend and mentor to the Howard Bison running back, told the Record-Chronicle that Tusan was a “good kid.”

“He had good grades and was just down at AT&T Stadium for Thanksgiving Day Madness Youth Football speaking to students about believing in themselves,” Nevels said. He told the newspaper that the young man he has known for some 15 years, didn’t have a criminal history and wasn’t associated with drugs.

Editorial

Why Sorority Sisters Makes You Want to Quit Life

LaTavia McQueen

Posted on Dec 22, 2014

VH1 has fans and sponsors talking about its new reality television show, and it’s not in a good way.

Known for its 3 different installments of Love & Hip Hop, the producers might have taken it too far on Monday, December 15 with the airing of its new show “Sorority Sisters.”

“Sorority Sisters” is centered on the lives of sorors from the four Divine 9 sororities of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma Theta, Zeta Phi Beta, and Sigma Gamma Rho. In the series the ladies deal with the pressure of maintaining their image in the community as well as relationships and holding down the bonds and legacies of their sororities.

The new reality show that is supposed to be about service, scholarship and sisterhood did not hit off well with viewers on its season premiere. Many people took to twitter to express their opinions about the show:

“I had to stop watching #SororitySisters. Made me want to quite life.”

–Goldie Taylor via Twitter

(@goldietaylor)

“@therealrc #SororitySisters is beyond a hot mess. Instead of being caddy grown women why not showcase community service. Now classy @VH1!”

–LaQuasha Gaddis via Twitter

(@MsSweetCali)

The viewers weren’t the only people reacting to the new reality series. Companies and sponsors are noticing the negative backlash and are pulling their ads from the show as well.

Carmex and Hallmark were among the first companies to announce their decision on Twitter.

“Our commercials appeared as a part of a larger buy on VH1. We aren’t planning to air commercials in future episodes.”

–@Hallmark via Twitter

“Carmex does not endorse or represent any particular content on television. After our investigation into the new program, however, we are in process of pulling our add dollars from VH1.”

–@Carmex via Twitter

Following amongst others, Honda, Crayola, and State Farm also pulled their ads from the show.

A petition on MoveOn.org has also been started to help remove the show and currently has over 75,000 signatures. Already reaching the second phase, it now needs 100,000 to get to the next phase:

“Stop the spread of ignorance and stereotyping of our beloved Black Greek letter organizations,” the petition reads. It goes on to say, “Our founders amongst EVERY organization worked extremely hard to allow us to unite and flourish not only on college campuses, but as people well beyond our college days…”

The National Pan-Hellenic Council of Presidents has recently released a statement condemning the TV show as well.

“As leaders of the four historically African American sororities, we are united in our belief that Sorority Sisters, which aired Monday, December 15, 2014 on VH1, poses a shameful affront to our proud legacies of service, scholarship, and sisterhood,” it stated in the letter.

The letter went on to discuss the disappointment in the producers of VH1 to promote “harmful, negative and stereotypical imagery of African in their quest for ratings,” and encouraged VH1 to consider the consequences of such “irresponsible programming.”

Despite the negative backlash VH1 is still not planning on cancelling the show. Washington Post reported an emailed statement on behalf of VH1 that the premier was seen by 1.3 million people and was the number one non-sports cable program in that time period.

The show’s second episode is scheduled to air on today.

Editorial

Why Are Student Loans So High?

LaTavia McQueen

Posted on Dec 22, 2014

One of the biggest problems looming after graduation is paying off loans.

Even President Barack Obama admitted that he, too had student loans and just paid them off a few years before being elected president.

Huffington Post recently posted a blog saying half of black college students graduate with over $25,000 in student loan debt. It makes you wonder how we actually acquire so much debt after graduation.

Studies blames household incomes and the price of a college education. But maybe the answer to the problem is a bit more simpler.

When taking out student loans it’s not about how much we want for college, it‘s about how much we actually need, and there’s a huge difference.

Some students may not realize that just because banks and lenders offer you a certain amount of money does not mean you actually have to take everything out that’s offered. I know it sounds silly but by sacrificing and only obtaining the bare minimum would actually save you in the long run.

Those anticipated refund checks that us college students love so much are also contributing to why student loan debts are so high.

As much as we love spending our refund checks on various luxuries, it’s a better idea to actually invest it back into your tuition. If you use your refund check to actually help pay for some of the expenses it’ll prevent you from taking out as much money the next year. For example, if you’re tuition is $15 thousand a year and you receive $1000 in refunds every semester you would have obtained $8000 by the time you graduate.

That’s $8000 you that you wouldn’t have take out or pay back.

Of course sometimes you need to take out a loan that’s more than your tuition, and maybe your refund check has to go to something useful but there is another simple way to keep student loan debts from being so high: Pay them back!

When you ignore your student loans not only are you affecting your credit but you’re also affecting the interest rates of the students who come after you.

The reasons why interest rates and tuition keep raising are because people fail to pay their student loans.

Alright, I guess it’s not so simple.

Buzz Killer

NPHC Statement Against Sorority Sisters

HBCU Editors

Posted on Dec 22, 2014

The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) is a collaborative organization of nine historically African American, international Greek lettered fraternities and sororities.

Often referred to as ‘The Divine 9,’ the NPHC consists of Kappa Alpha Psi, Omega Psi Phi, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma Theta, and Zeta Phi Beta, Alpha Phi Alpha, Phi Beta Sigma, Sigma Gamma Rho, and Iota Phi Theta.sorority sisters

NPHC issued an official statement denouncing VH1’s latest reality show, Sorority Sisters.

News

Trayvon Martin’s Brother Jahvaris Fulton Graduates from College

HBCU Editors

Posted on Dec 22, 2014

Amid the senseless tragedy that was the Trayvon Martin killing at the hands of George Zimmerman in Sanford, Fla., a bright beam of goodness steaks across the horizon and pierces through the darkness hovering over the family.

Trayvon Martin’s older brother graduated from Florida International University with a bachelor’s of science degree in information technology.

Jahvaris Fulton, Tracy Martin and Sybrina Fulton’s sole surviving offspring, had been interning for Florida Congresswoman Fredrica Wilson. She is the founder of the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project counts Fulton as a member of the organization that works with at-risk youth in Miami-Dade County, Fla., to encourage them to stay in school.

Jahvaris Fulton is an aspiring lawyer, according to his mother. Jahvaris Fulton, however, has yet to reveal his future plans. Referenced from newpittsburghcourier.com

Basketball

Texas Southern Shocks No. 25 Michigan State In Overtime

HBCU Editors

Posted on Dec 22, 2014

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Chris Thomas scored 22 points, and unheralded Texas Southern beat 25th-ranked Michigan State, outlasting the Spartans 71-64 in overtime Saturday.

The Tigers (2-8) were coming off a 40-point loss to Gonzaga, but coach Mike Davis’ team was poised throughout against Michigan State, becoming the third team this week from the Southwestern Athletic Conference to generate an upset. Arkansas Pine Buff defeated Houston Wednesday and Jackson State topped Tulane Thursday night.

The Spartans came into the game shooting 44 percent from 3-point range, but they went 4 of 21 against TSU.

After Michigan State fought back to tie the game late in regulation, Texas Southern went up by four after making a short jumper with 2:32 left in overtime. It held on to its lead by making free throws down the stretch, and the Spartans never got to within a basket as they continued their game-long offensive struggles.

The No. 25 Spartans (8-4) were favored to win by more than 20 points and had easily dispatched nearly all of its mid-major competition to date.

But starting with a 1-for-7 shooting effort to start the game, Michigan State struggled from the field throughout, and the Tigers (2-8) hung in the game.

The Tigers didn’t lead the entire game until forward Jason Carter hit a three pointer with 1:26 left in regulation to give his team a one-point lead.

Texas Southern had trailed by eight or fewer points the entire game up to that point, and had at one point tied it early in the second frame.

The Tigers never trailed by more than eight throughout the game as they hung with the No. 25 Spartans, who had easily won their last three games against mid-major competition.

Prior to tonight’s victory, Texas Southern was 0-8 on the road and dropped each match by double digits.

SWAC.org

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2014 Top 10 HBCU Accomplishments by Huffingtonpost’s Marybeth

HBCU Editors

Posted on Dec 22, 2014

(Huffintonpost.com) Marybeth Gasman – This post is co-authored by Nelson Bowman III, Executive Director at Prairie View A&M University.

It’s that time of year again – time to look back at the accomplishments of HBCUs. We present those that we think will have the most lasting impact on Black colleges, the students that they serve, as well as the surrounding communities.

NIH Awards Morgan State University $23.3 Million Bio-Medical Grant – The Baltimore-based University received a large grant focused on attracting more minority students to the bio-medical fields.
Claflin University Set HBCU Alumni Giving Record. The Orangeburg, South Carolina-based HBCU is continually achieving records in its fundraising area. This time the institution has reached a remarkable record in the area of alumni giving – 52.2 % of the institution’s alumni are giving back.
Paul Quinn College Received $4 Million Gift; the Largest in the School’s History – The college intends to build a living learning center to accommodate its growing student population.
North Carolina A&T was named the Nation’s Largest HBCU – In the past, Florida A&M University held the distinction but this year, North Carolina A&T and its growing academic programs take the lead.
Hampton University received $3.5 million First in the World Grant – Hampton University was the only HBCU to be awarded a First in the World Grant, a federal grant program focused on increasing opportunity, lowering colleges costs, and reaching higher attainment levels.
6. Johnson C. Smith became the First HBCU to Admit a Latino Fraternity – Lambda Theta Phi, a Latino Fraternity now has a home at a Black College. With the growing Latino population at HBCUs and other institutions across the nation, we’ll probably see this happening more and more often.
Alumna Ada Anderson gave $3 Million to Huston-Tillotson; the Largest Gift in the School’s History – The gift will create the Sandra Joy Anderson Health and Wellness Center.
Howard University Alumni launched the “I Love Howard” Campaign – A group of young alumni, armed with knowledge, started a campaign to raise $20,000 for Howard’s endowment.
Tennessee State University developed a Potential Breast Cancer Vaccine – Scientists at Tennessee State University are working hard to develop a breast cancer vaccine and the preliminary trials are appear save and favorable.
FAMU Law Students achieved Higher Rate on Bar Exam than State Average – Students at FAMU earned a 73.6 percent pass rate while the state average was 71.8

Please add more accomplishments via http://www.huffingtonpost.com/marybeth-gasman/2014-top-10-accomplishmen_b_6321160.html

Sports

Undrafted: Alcorn State Alum Terrance Lewis Hopes to Play in the NFL

Robert Hoggard

Posted on Dec 22, 2014

Football is such a grueling sport. It is physical, it is tough, and it is just the right sport for former Braves wide receiver/kick returner and Alcorn State alum Terrance Lewis, who says football has always been serious for him.

Recently, Lewis had the opportunity to talk with the Buzz about being hungry, pursuing dreams, and football, of course. Here is what he had to say:

Buzz: It is clear that you are “hungry.” What drives you to go so hard?

Terrance: I look up to guys like Deion Sanders and Javon Kearse who both are alums of my high school (North Fort Myers High) in Fort Myers,Florida. Just to make it out of our environment it’s truly a blessing and one day I hope to use football to impact someone else’s life, the way Deion and Javon’s success impacted my life. I love the game of football–it’s something that I enjoy doing. I believe in my ability and so do the people around me, it’s just a matter of time that a opportunity will come.

Buzz: What is your plan to finally make your dreams a reality?

Terrance: My plans are to keep working and grinding to get better in the area’s I lack. I’ve been working real close with my trainer Deon Hodges, at D1 Training facility in Jackson,Mississippi. Deon believes in my ability and is striving to get me better. There is always room for improvement no matter how good you are! I’m a very hard worker and never been the type to give up on anything I believe in!

Buzz: How has the NFL Network show “Undrafted” helpe you get closer to this goal?

Terrance: It’s kept me hungry and grounded, to see all the people contact me through social media that actually believe in me and my grind, that just motivated me to keep pursuing my dreams. I’ve also met a lot of people who interest in helping me purse my dream in play pro football.

Buzz: I was watching your film and you make a lot of defenders miss, man! With the speed, agility, and other skills you have why do you think you were overlooked? Do you think you were underestimated because of playing at an HBCU?

Terrance: I wouldn’t necessarily say I was overlooked because I went to HBCU, there are a lot of guys who have made it to the NFL that attended small schools. I do think it plays a factor when your consider to be a undersized receiver like myself. Teams always question the level of competition when you do come from a smaller school. The thing that motivates me is seeing players in the NFL the same stature as me, make plays. Most of which went to bigger schools. Desean Jackson, Steve Smith, Ty Hilton and Tavon Austin just to name a few. I know my ability and I feel like I’m fully capable of creating the same damage as the guys that I’ve mentioned.

Buzz: What is the future like for you?

Terrance: The only concern I have is not ever getting the chance to display my talent again. I was invited to Rookie mini camp with the Jacksonville Jaguars (NFL) in 2013 and I played in two preseason games with the Edmonton Eskimos (CFL). I can honestly say that I’m two times better the player I was then. I just want a opportunity to prove to the people that don’t think it’s possible for me to make it. Whether it’s a NFL camp or CFL camp, I’m ready. I have a great team behind me in my family and friends. I think they want to see me make it more then I do. So that’s a extra push for me to stay focused and to keep my head up!

Featured

Top 5 HBCU Bands 2015

HBCU Editors

Posted on Dec 19, 2014

For years, attending sporting events has been a tradition in the historically black college and university community. These events mark new milestones for collegiate students and are reunions for proud alum. It is our belief that if you ask any HBCU student, they will tell you that these games would not be the same without the presence of one element. It’s not a star quarterback..it’s not discounted hot dogs.. and it’s not celebrity alum.

Ladies and gentlemen..freshman and seniors..doctoral and med students..we are talking about the ridiculously loud, colorful-costumed, soul stepping, note-hitting marching bands. Marching bands alone, and the shows they put on at halftime are sometimes enough to fill the stadium! The reenactment of current songs, “oldies but goodies”, and school mantras mixed with flashy dances, field presentations, and drum majors is a strong part of the HBCU culture.

It’s no secret that everyone will vouch for the band from their school, and alum will almost never stand in opposition of their alma mater.. but which HBCU band deserves to be called “best”?

Sonic Boom of the South – Jackson State University

There’s no question that the number one spot went to the Sonic Boom of the South, the Jackson State University Marching Band. The band received 17,701 votes, earning 21% of the vote. The program began in 1971 and has even made halftime appearances for or the Atlanta Falcons, Detroit Lions, New Orleans Saints and Cincinnati Bengals. Read more information about this band here JSU

Human Jukebox – Southern University

Next, second place goes to the Human Jukebox of Southern University. The band earned 15.8% of the poll, at 13,375 votes. The Human Jukebox is known for being precision in motion and will be marching in a tribute parade to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. January 19, 2015. Read more information about this band here Southern

Mighty Marching Hornets – Alabama State University

The third spot is claimed by the Mighty Marching Hornets of Alabama State. With 9,567 votes, the band claims 11.43% of the vote. The program is under the leadership of Dr. James B. Oliver, Band Director. Read more information about this band here ASU

Marching Musical Machine of the Mid-South – University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

The Marching Musical Machine of the Mid-South from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff claims the fourth spot, surprisingly close to third, with 11.28% of the vote and 9,447 votes. The band dates back to as early as 1946 and is currently one of the largest collegiate band programs in the nation. Read more information about this band here UAPB

Marching 101 Band – South Carolina State University

The last spot of the Top 5 HBCU Bands of 2014-2015 goes to Marching 101 of South Carolina State University. With 7,842 votes, the band earned 9.37% of the poll. The Marching 101 has “A New State of Mind” and we look forward to seeing them bring it! Read more information about this band here SCSU

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Buzz Killer

HBCUs Are the Biggest Victims of States’ Invasive New Funding Rules

HBCU Editors

Posted on Dec 17, 2014

By Andre M. Perry and Ivory Toldson (WashingtonPost)- Over the past five years, states have been overhauling how they fund public colleges and universities, tying revenue to student performance instead of enrollment. The goal is to motivate schools to improve the education they provide to students. But in reality, performance-based funding has undermined some colleges’ ability to do just that. These policies have limited higher-education options for low-income, first-generation and other types of at-risk college students. The consequences have been particularly severe among historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), threatening their founding principle to provide higher learning for all types of students.

Without thoughtful planning, these policies will continue to erode HBCU’s ability to educate those young people who benefit most from college degrees.

Performance-based funding policies, like the Louisiana Grad Act, require that colleges meet certain goals in order to increase their tuition rates or receive more state funding. Some states track how quickly students gain credit hours or the percentage who receive a degree. Others judge schools based on how many graduates are employed a year later and their average wages. These are laudable goals, but to meet them, some schools have had to institute significant new restrictions on their admissions, including setting minimum ACT or SAT requirements. Some state governing boards,such as the Louisiana Board of Regents, have effectively eliminated remedial classes on college campuses.

The colleges themselves are suffering financially, too. Most states have not restored funding to their colleges and universities at pre-recession levels. Fourteen HBCUs are receiving less revenue now than they received more than 10 years ago.

Table 1: The 10 HBCUs that experienced the greatest loss of state revenues (not adjusted for inflation) when comparing 2003 to 2013
Institution Name	Net loss
South Carolina State University (SC)	-$12,979,170 (-89%)
Southern University and A & M College (LA)	-$15,171,103 (-43%)
Southern University at New Orleans (LA)	-$4,009,163 (-41%)
Grambling State University (LA)	-$6,089,011 (-33%)
Bluefield State College (WV)	-$1,477,278 (-22%)
Albany State University (GA)	-$3,446,828 (-20%)
Savannah State University (GA)	-$3,108,823 (-19%)
West Virginia State University (WV)	-$1,868,963 (-15%)
Fort Valley State University (GA)	-$2,554,231 (-13%)
Tennessee State University (TN)	-$2,254,956 (-6%)

Source: WHIHBCU Data Dash

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DC’s United Medical Center to partner with Howard University Hospital

HBCU Editors

Posted on Dec 17, 2014

WASHINGTON (AP) — Howard University Hospital plans to form a new partnership with the financially struggling United Medical Center, the District of Columbia’s only full-service hospital east of the Anacostia River.

The Washington Post reports that under the partnership, Howard would share doctors with United Medical Center. The California-based management company Paladin Healthcare would assume financial responsibility.

Mayor Vincent Gray has made it a priority to secure a long-term partner to help sustain United Medical Center. He says this is likely the best chance to ensure the hospital survives and to create an integrated health care system.

Howard University Hospital has had financial problems of its own. Howard reached a deal in October with Paladin for the company to take over day-to-day operations.

Some D.C. Council members expressed skepticism over the deal.

Football

Willie Simmons Named PVAMU Head Football Coach

HBCU Editors

Posted on Dec 17, 2014

(PVAMU) Renowned offensive coordinator Willie Simmons has been selected as the 32^nd head football coach in Prairie View A&M history on December 16, 2014.

Simmons comes to Prairie View A&M after an impressive three-year stint as the offensive coordinator at Alcorn State, which recently won the SWAC and SBN Black College National Championships. With Simmons on staff, Alcorn State fielded one of the most potent offenses in the country as they led the SWAC in seven offensive categories while also finishing second in the nation amongst Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) teams in scoring offense with 44 points per game during the 2014 season.

Alcorn State quarterback John Gibbs, Jr. flourished in Simmons’ offense as he was named SWAC Co-Offensive Player of the Year while breaking several long-standing records held by ASU legend and former NFL standout Steve “Air” McNair. In addition to Gibbs’ accolades, ASU had four players who rushed for at least 691 yards and a balanced wide receiving corps which featured four players catching 22-plus receptions. READ FULL

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NCAT Faculty Members Selected as Carnegie African Diaspora Fellows

HBCU Editors

Posted on Dec 17, 2014

Two N.C A&T faculty members have been selected as Carnegie African Diaspora Fellows and will travel to African universities to conduct joint projects.

Dr. Joshua Idassi of the Cooperative Extension Program will work with the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology in Tanzania. Their project is titled, “Collaborative Research on Community Based Small Scale Irrigation Technologies in Agroforestry and Co-development of Agroforestry Curriculum for New Master Concentration in Sustainable Agriculture.”

Idassi is a natural resources specialist with Cooperative Extension. He develops outreach and applied research in agroforestry to assist underserved and limited resources farmers and woodland owners in North Carolina to establish sustainable farming practices to enhance their livelihoods.

Dr. Paul Ankomah of the Department of Human Performance and Leisure Studies will work with the University of Energy and Natural Resources in Ghana. Their project is titled, “Curriculum Development for Distance Learning Program in Ecotourism and Mentoring of Young Lecturers and Students.”

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Wilberforce University Continues Fight to Survive

HBCU Editors

Posted on Dec 17, 2014

By Karen Farkas, Northeast – Wilberforce University submitted more than 3,000 pages of documents this week as it fights to keep its accreditation.

The oldest private historically black university in the nation hopes to show the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, the regional accrediting agency, that it has overcome serious problems, including a lack of leadership, a deteriorating campus, a decline in enrollment and financial issues.

The problems were outlined in a “Show-Cause Order” letter sent June 23. The university had until Monday to respond. Commission officials will visit Feb. 9.

Since receiving the letter, the university has named a new president, realigned its board of directors, undertaken fundraising efforts and gathered experts to help craft a response to the accrediting agency.

Millions are needed in order for the university, about 30 miles east of Dayton, to survive and maintain its accreditation. Without accreditation, the school could not offer federal grants and loans. READ FULL

Football

VSU’s Latrell Scott will be Named Norfolk State Coach

HBCU Editors

Posted on Dec 16, 2014

Norfolk State will name Richmond native Latrell Scott football coach today, The Times-Dispatch learned Monday night.

NSU, which plays at the FCS level as a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference member, has called an 11 a.m. media meeting to introduce Scott, who moves from his position as head coach at Virginia State.

Scott, 39, led VSU to a 19-4 record in two seasons. The Trojans advanced to this year’s Division II playoffs.

Scott, a graduate of Lee-Davis High, is a former head coach at the University of Richmond (2010) and a former assistant at UR, James Madison, Virginia, Tennessee, VMI and Western Carolina. He began his coaching career at Fork Union Military Academy, where Scott played after graduating from Lee-Davis.

This year’s Trojans defeated LIU-Post in the first Division II home playoff game in program history before being eliminated at Bloomsburg State in the second round. Read Full

News

Blount out as Delaware State Football Coach

HBCU Editors

Posted on Dec 16, 2014

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Blount, 56, guided the Hornets to a 16-29 record, including 13-19 in the MEAC. He was unavailable for comment.

“We did the evaluation based on all four years – not just last year – and decided not to renew the contract,” athletic director Candy Young said.

Young added that DSU will begin a national search for a new coach. However, she said a replacement isn’t expected to be named until mid-February, which puts DSU past the Feb. 4 Signing Day when recruits accept scholarships and, therefore, limits DSU’s ability to build a recruiting class.

“It’s a process of making sure we’ve got the right fit,” she said.

That will be, she added, someone who is an “effective communicator” with leadership skills particularly in line with “this generation of student-athletes.”

In the 18 seasons since Bill Collick completed his 12-year stint as coach with an 81-48 record, DSU has had just five winning records under four coaches.

Young added that Andrew Faison, who joined the Hornets staff as safeties coach in March, will serve as interim coach. He is a former head coach at Division II Virginia State, where his teams went 58-52 from 2002-12.

Players, who have completed final exams and mostly gone home for their break between semesters, were informed of the change through phone calls and emails from assistant coaches. READ FULL