Lovelocke threw for 39 touchdowns and 18 interceptions over the last two seasons as a starter.
The Combine is Feb. 17-23 in Indianapolis, where 323 college players will be evaluated by NFL scouts.
Read more at HBCUSports.com.
“The Speakers Series — in its second year and named for the college’s current president — is patterned after the W.E.B. DuBois Lectures at Harvard University and recognizes people of outstanding achievement who contribute to a better understanding of African-American history and culture,” according to Al.com.
On Feb. 23 Lomax will speak on campus at building Brown Hall at 11 am.
UNCF is a private provider of scholarships and educational funding for African-American students, as well as a supporter of college readiness that Lomax has held the CEO position since 2004.
As CEO Lomax supervises all of the organization’s 400 scholarship programs. During his current tenure, UNCF has obtained over $1 billion in scholarship and assisted over 90,000 students in earning college degrees and helping them to get careers.
For more information on Miles College Black History Events, visit miles.edu.
The question maybe took some by surprise, but most of the older Black Greeks who has been around for a while now—and knows the game and how to play—probably saw this coming already. You just had to wait long enough for some individual confident in himself to ask a question many of whom are silent on the matter about…
“Honestly, we don’t…” and blah blah blah, replied one of the Black Greek members in line, his legs appearing to buckle a little. Everybody knows when you begin with saying words like, “honestly,” or “we don’t haze,” nine times outta ten someone is also calling your bluff.
I knew, and really I have always known, that when it comes to African-American Greek fraternities and sororities, people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) ought to keep their sexual life private. Not because it is a crime to be ‘gay,’ or that all gay people are bound to go to hell or something, but particularly at an HBCU, that is just the way it is.
Being discrete, especially regarding an alternative lifestyle, or who you choose to love, is an unspoken rule within the Black Greek fraternity and sorority culture that extends to each of the country’s 105 historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs), respectfully.
Everyone knows to not make known that type of information, and certainly not to tell because, when wanting to go Greek, telling someone, anyone about your closeted lifestyle is like the equivalent to signing your own death warrant.
Even in the 21st century where a handful of states are legalizing gay marriages, and the President of the United States himself has had a change of heart, most Black Greeks simply do not wish to discuss any more on “the gay question” than required, which is not a damn thing, because, perhaps, the truth hurts.
The fact is, gay people are widely discriminated against by most, if not all, members of the Divine 9 during the selection process, when Black Greek members debate on, or sponsor individuals willing to commit to a lifetime of service to their organizations.
Later someone somehow managed to give an honest, well-thought-of outlook on the matter when answering the student’s question, liberating us all from the few lackluster responses before. But as we continued yesterday’s program and its ironic title of ‘mistaken beliefs’ on Black Greek life, I found myself thinking about who I am, and where I have come from, and the obstacles I have had to overcome just to get my three letters that I proudly represent day-to-day.
I did not ask to be put on pedestal as a “role model” to students on campus and elsewhere I may go as a member of a African-American fraternity, the youngest member of the NPHC, Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc., and like many before me I have always believed that what you do in your private life should remain just that, private.
But considering this, and as the spotlight blurred my vision while facing the audience, who continued to shoot left and right and up and down many more good (and of course, some absurd) questions, I asked myself what is the best way I can begin to speak out against this issue that will only persist if no one else is brave enough to talk about it.
“Maybe,” I said to myself, “I should have responded to his question…”
A source told earhustle411 that Combs’ son Quincy was a definite for a role on the hit show, but Diddy put everything to a hault when it was discovered that his oldest Quincy would have to give up a percentage of his music rights to Fox.
“Diddy kicked up a huge stink and called all the top brass at 20th Century Fox TV to get them to change their rules over music rights,” but he didn’t get his way. “He said there was no way his son was signing over his intellectual property. So he banned him from the show,” the source said.
Ban? That’s kind of harsh. But Quincy could possibly have another chance at the show for its now-in-the-works season of Empire and cast, though Mr. Puffy will have to let up on his issues with the music rights in order for that to happen.
Director of the show Lee Daniels is said to be excited about the opportunity to have Quincy on the show.
Quincy, who is an up and coming Actor and Singer, will have to do like all others on the show and sign that dotted line if he wants in. This could be a big opportunity for Quincy who is trying to make a name for himself in the music industry.
The 23 year old just recently dropped a song featuring Rapper French Montana called “Friends First.”
Going back to last season, including the championship game, the two teams are evened out at two games apiece.
Texas Southern women’s team (11-9, 8-1) comes into the game in first place in the conference after six straight victories. Prairie View (9-12, 6-3) was riding a six game winning streak when Alabama State stopped them in their tracks, winning 73-65.
From the men’s perspective both the men’s Texas Southern and the Prairie View basketball team come in with a history of tough games, with the margin of victory being too close for comfort in four of the last five game match ups.
Texas Southern (11-11, 8-1) is having a decent season and as of late the Tigers are catching fire at the right time, coming off of 3 consecutive victories with just one loss in the New Year.
PVAMU comes into the game trying to right the ship after starting off with a mere 6-16 record and going 4-5 in conference play. After 4 wins in their last six games the Panthers will look to avenge their earlier loss against Texas Southern when they met in a closely contested game last month.
From the school’s website, “We wanted to bring together representatives from all of the HBCUs in the state to discuss what we, as students, can do to support the sustainability of these institutions that mean so much to our state,” said SGA president said Olivia Sedwick.
“By providing our students with the information they need to be advocates for HBCUs,” Sedwick said, “we believe we can impact the future of our schools.”
Jackson State is coming off of a 0-7 loss to both North Carolina State and Middle Tennessee State on Jan. 30. Alcorn State is coming off of a 3-0 loss to Mississippi State, putting up a good fight against the ranked Bulldogs but lost in straight sets.
Jackson State and Alcorn State both previously played against NC State in a triple header, winning all of their matches. But these two teams will face an uphill battle against the 4-1 Tigers of LSU.
The Tigers have beaten many of their opponents through sheer domination, having just lost only eight sets in doubles matches this season.
In addition, these two teams haven’t given LSU much of a fight in recent history as they both lost to LSU in the last two seasons.
ASU athletic director Melvin Hines stated that the university’s trustees agreed on $175,000 per year base salary and a three year contract that allows a two year option. According to Daytona Beach News Journal, Jenkins was earning $265,000 per year at BCU. Alabama State however, has promising perks that will soften the pay cut.
A source that is well versed in contract negotiations told Montgomery Advertiser that Jenkins’ contract will increase by $25,000 each year and also includes longevity bonuses. This will have Jenkins earning over $300,000 if he stays with the university for a full five years
“We are excited to have him on board officially and ready to see what he can do with the program,” Hines said. “We had a little taste with signing day yesterday. We are expecting big things.” Said Director Hines.
Jenkins record at BCU consisted of 46-14 overall 34-6 in conference play.
Jackson, who died in 2009, bought the estate in the late 80’s and turned it into a kid friendly amusement park, but ironically the Neverland ranch is also the alleged location where Jackson’s rumored molestation of children occurred.
A source told Page Six that a businessman is willing to buy the estate for $40 million, “The plan is to have children come there for treatment, and they will also hire trained therapists who would help the victims through the use of equine-assisted therapy, which works to improve the kids’ self-esteem, and it helps them to become more outgoing.” The source said.
Other offers on the table for the estate include two different bidders wanting the estate as an MJ shrine.
It’s incredibly hard to fathom that the estate executors will allow the property to become a sex abuse rehab.
Thomas Barrack, a real estate agent who has control of the property, believes that it could go for a full $75 million.
The superintendent of the Natchez National Historical Park Kathleen Jenkins seems really excited about the upcoming event, telling the Natchez Democrat, “This could really be a good thing for the community.”
Jenkins has already compiled a list full of government and other groups that could help sponsor the expo and make it a reality.
The event will be hosted in June 2016.
North Carolina Central University and PNC will celebrate the 100th birthday and legacy of Dr. John Hope Franklin with a host of events remembering the late historian and the NCCU professor’s many contributions and accomplishments.
From the school’s website, “Dr. John Hope Franklin was an iconic member of our university community. He uniquely captured the historical contributions of African-American life and culture.”
NCCU Chancellor Dr. Debra Saunders-White said that Franklin captured the historical contributions of African-American life and culture, and she hopes these events will honor his life and allow others to see his impact on the community.
“Dr. John Hope Franklin was an iconic member of our university community,” said Saunders-White.
Saunders-White added: “The events honoring his life will provide the NCCU community, as well as our neighbors and citizens throughout the region, with a unique opportunity to experience the impact of Dr. Franklin’s rich legacy.”
All the events are free and open to the public.
From The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education, “Taylor was the son or a former slave. In 1892, he received a degree in architecture at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He was MIT’s first Black graduate. Soon after earning his degree, Taylor joined the faculty at what was then the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. There he developed the school’s architecture program and designed more than 20 buildings on the Tuskegee campus. Several of these building are still in use at the university.”
The Postal Service has honored 38 African Americans over the years.
“We’re proud to host this annual event that provides a venue for middle and high school students and their parents to learn about college opportunities,” Rev. Nazim B Fakir, pastor of St. Peter’s AME, told MSR News.
Director of diversity and inclusion at Winona State University, Alexander Hines also gave a presentation, and said he is a living example of how one can turn their academic performance around. Hines stated that he was a ‘below-average’ student in high school, and later went on to earn a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree, and is now pursuing a doctoral degree.
The fair included a step show performed by members of the Kappa Pi Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Skype sessions with representatives from Johnson C. Smith University and Tennessee State University, and a panel discussion with HBCU graduates.
A hip-hop praise and worship also took place led by Pastor Stacey Jones from Urban Jerusalem Ministry.
The Black church can fail to live out what Jesus said in Matthew 25:40 (NASB), “The King will answer and say to them, ‘Truly I say to you, to the extent that you did it to one of these brothers of Mine, even the least of them, you did it to Me.”
Here are a few ways the Black church can impact the community around it:
Scholarships, scholarships, and more scholarships. Many statistics reveal that college tuition is inflating. Are scholarships inflating? If scholarships are not inflating then it is getting much harder to attend college. The Black church can help by raising more money for students who want to go to college. If your church does not have a scholarship ministry, you should start one as soon as possible.
According to US News, the class of 2013, on average, was $30,000 in debt and earned around $45,237. If more scholarships are given, students will earn less and will not have to live paycheck to paycheck when paying bills and students loans.
Without a doubt, one of the major social issues in the Black community is police brutality. Police are beating Black boys and girls at an alarming rate. If the Black church remains silent on the issue, this problem will persist.
Rev. Vernon Johns, an unsung hero and pastor in the Civil Rights movement, crafted a sermon entitled “It’s Safe to Kill Negroes” after learning of police brutality. Pastors today must challenge the issues of today and remind us all that, indeed, perhaps we have created a safe environment to kill Black people.
According to News.mic, “White officers kill black suspects twice a week in the United States, or an average of 96 times a year.”
According to a CNN article, “Too many low-wage workers must rely on public assistance just to keep their heads above water. Raising the minimum wage would allow up to 3.6 million people to come off the food stamp rolls. These workers would have the dignity and satisfaction of buying food with their own paychecks while American taxpayers would no longer have to pony up billions of dollars to subsidize the large companies that build wealth for shareholders on the backs of their workers.”
Far too many people say it, “No one should work 40 hours per week and live in poverty.” This is insane. People work too hard to earn the little that they put hard work into. Yes–they may be uneducated and yes–some of them may be young. However, it is our Christian call that everyone lives in a way that helps others. The church has become the rich man mentioned in Luke 16:19-31. Consider this: how many people do you walk pass everyday without showing compassion?
It is time for the church to please stand up by doing the work that Jesus did during his earthly ministry. It is not about what happens in the four walls that makes a church, but rather about what a church does in its community that makes a church.
People will remember Burrell for his helpfulness to students and ability to take fabulous photographs, said John Melvin, a Newport News resident and 1964 Hampton University graduate who spent lots of time on campus with Burrell during the summers between 1960 and 1965.
“How he could take what would seem like the most bland person, if you will, and just turn them into gorgeous pictures,” Melvin said. “That’s what they’ll remember — how he could make us all look very good.
“He was always available, always took the time to spend with students who were interested in photography,” Melvin said.
Burrell was known for his sharp mind even later in life, his love for HU and his tendency to walk almost everywhere he went, Melvin said.
Others also spoke of Burrell’s influence on them.
“Mr. Reuben Burrell was a true Hampton University legend. He captured the Hampton University spirit through his lens for more than 65 years,” said Hampton University President Dr. William R. Harvey. “His photographs and his stories were an inspiration. He touched the lives of many Hampton University administrators, faculty, staff, students, alumni, friends and visitors.
C-SPAN is hosting a historically black college and university tour, where they will visit several HBCUs in honor of Black History Month. Wednesday, Hampton University President William Harvey sat down with C-SPAN host, Pedro Echevarria.
Harvey, William. Interviewed by Pedro Echevarria. Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Washington Journal, 2015. Web. 4 Feb. 2015.
