Howard Students and WHUR Raise $80,000 For Alternative Spring Break Program

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Howard University students and WHUR FM 96.3 were trying to find the best words to thank the residents of the Washington area, Omega Psi Phi fraternity and Sun Trust Bank for their overwhelming support of the station’s radiothon for Alternative Spring Break (ASB), the student service program to help the underserved across America and in Haiti.

As they do every year, more than 300 Howard students will skip the beaches, other vacation hot spots and even a trip home to help others.

During the annual 12-hour radiothon, March 4, the station and students raised $80,000, more than double the amount collected last year.

Howard University First Lady Paula Whetsel Ribeau collecting donations. (Courtesy Image)

“I think WHUR and the Howard University radio network has the best listeners on the planet,” said Jim Watkins, general manager for WHUR and its sister stations. “When we put out a call that we need the community to step up, the community always steps up in a big way.

“It’s an indication of the community understanding the tremendous work that these Howard University students do every year, whether its tackling gun violence in Chicago, tutoring elementary students in Atlanta or Washington, D.C., working on illiteracy in Detroit, feeding the needy or helping in Haiti.”

The largest single donor was Omega Psi Phi, which contributed $25,000. District of Columbia Superior Court Judge Herbert Dixon delivered the last of the donation on WHUR during the radiothon.

On Sunday, scores of Howard University students took to the streets from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. to raise money to fund their service missions to Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, New Orleans, Washington and Haiti, which is still reeling from the 2010 earthquake that has left thousands still homeless and in need of services. They carried donation buckets and waived Helping Hands signs along Georgia Avenue at Bryant Street as they asked passersby for help.

Meanwhile, WHUR took to the airwaves with testimonies from around the nation from those the students aid each year as the station asked the community for help.

And help it did.

“As soon as we opened the phones, we had a call from Trinidad and Tobago with a donation,” said Muriel Garr, vice president for Community Affairs for Sun Trust Bank, which annually provides the accounting as well as online and call-in collection services for ASB. “Right after that, we got a call from a family that donated $500.

“People were very generous in their giving, from $1 through our social media to $1,000. Sun Trust is just happy to be here to help support Howard and the community in this effort.”

This is the 17th year of ASB at Howard University, which expanded dramatically in 2006 following Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans.

Lindsay Howard, 20, a junior biology major from Chicago, is going to New Orleans this year, her first ASB trip. She was bundled against the cold as she held her Helping Hands sign and asked for donations.

“I really want to make a difference,” said Howard, who also tutors homeless children as part of Project Dream Big, a transitional housing program in Washington.

Micah Holmes, 19, of Jacksonville, Fla., is heading to Detroit, where he and dozens of other students will work on illiteracy and tutoring and mentoring elementary and high school students.

“There are so many people who are only concerned about themselves,” said Holmes, who is majoring in architecture. “Unfortunately, not enough people take the time to do something extra. That’s what we are doing, that something extra. It improves others’ lives and our lives too.”

Natasha Graves, 21, one of two student directors of ASB, thanked the local and global community for making their mission possible.

“This allows us to make an impact in the lives of people who need our help,” said Graves, a senior majoring in community health. “Without this help, we couldn’t help others.”

To see the work that Howard Students have done for ASB in Detroit, Chicago, New Orleans and other cities, visit the links below.

www.howard.edu/newsroom/newsclips/individualpages/20101220NewsClipsStandAlone_ASB4.html
www.howard.edu/newsroom/newsclips/individualpages/20101220NewsClipsStandAlone_ASB2.html
www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_GagS9mFo0&feature=player_embedded
www.howard.edu/newsroom/newsclips/individualpages/20101220NewsClipsStandAlone_ASB7.html
www.howard.edu/newsroom/newsclips/individualpages/HUSpringBreakProgram.htm

(The Afro)

Former Tuskegee Airman Talks “Red Tails” Inspiration

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Social prejudice and individual determination were the focus of conversation for Col. Herbert Carter, an original member of the 99th Squadron and the Tuskegee Airmen, on Wednesday in the Ferguson Center Theatre.

The Black Faculty and Staff Association of the University of Alabama hosted the event “An Evening with a Red Tail” that addressed the physical, psychological and social obstacles the Tuskegee Airmen faced during the 1940s.

Retired USAF Lt. Col. Herbert E. Carter worked directly with Red Tails movie producer, George Lucas, to make sure the story of the 99th Fighter Squadron was told acurately. / CW | Margo Smith

The Tuskegee Airmen were a group of 18- to 26-year-olds who served as the nation’s first black military airmen during World War II. Before and after successfully serving in the United States Air Force, these pilots had to overcome racial segregation and prejudice.

“These men were the foundation of the Civil Rights Movement,” said Col. Roosevelt Lewis, a 26-year veteran of the United States Air Force, Tuskegee University graduate and guest speaker for the night. “Before Martin Luther King, before Rosa Parks, there were the Tuskegee Airmen that excelled in what they never thought they’d do before.”

Carter left his rural hometown in Mississippi to play football for the former Tuskegee Institute. He became interested in flying after the Civilian Pilot Training Act was instated by President Franklin Roosevelt, encouraging universities to train qualified students to receive their pilot’s license.

Tuskegee, a historic black university, was among the several universities included in the program. However, the military was not prepared to include black members among its ranks.

“No commander from Burma to England wanted an all-black fighter squadron,” Carter said. “They said it would cause problems. No one wanted to take orders from a black commander.”

The men were finally accepted into the war as close tactical ground support for the allied forces in North Africa and Italy. Carter’s 99th Squadron flew in air-to-air combat for the first time against the German Luftwaffe over Anzio Beach, Italy in 1944. They shot down 18 German planes, transforming the racial boundaries within the United States military.

“They could no longer use the myth that the black man couldn’t fly or fight,” Carter said. “They said the black man was lazy, lackadaisical and had neither the physical or psychological qualities of a leader. But what a great day that was.”

The Tuskegee Airmen ultimately achieved their goal of the desegregation of the armed forces with President Harry Truman’s Executive Order 9981. However, America continued segregation years after the men returned from war.

“It was interesting to see how large of an effect Col. Carter and the Tuskegee Airmen had on the military,” said Connor King, a sophomore in the UA Air Force ROTC program. “They really influenced the whole system.”

Today, Carter can see the progress from the changes his squadron encouraged.

“Now, the armed forces are the most diversified group of people you’ve ever seen in your life,” Carter said. “The pigmentation of your skin or the coarseness of your hair doesn’t matter. If you’re human, if you’re alive and breathing, if you pass the test, you can join the military.”

However, he promotes determination and hard work to become successful.

“If you don’t take opportunities and capitalize on them, your life will be no better than the preparation it took you to get there,” Carter said.

(The Crimson White)

Video: North Carolina A&T Blue Marching Machine Pays Tribute to Whitney Houston

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While this was done before the passing of Whitney Houston, this serves as a fantastic way to celebrate the life of a legend. North Carolina A&T State University honors the career of the Queen of Pop below.

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Edward Hill Named Dean of the College of Education at Fort Valley State University

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Edward Hill was named dean of the College of Education at Fort Valley State University in Georgia. Previously, Dr. Hill was an assistant professor of special education and educational leadership at the John H. Lounsbury College of Education at Georgia College and State University in Milledgeville. He previously served as a teacher and principal in the public schools and as program director of the Call Me Mister program at Benedict College in Columbia, South Carolina.

Dr. Hill is a graduate of Morehouse College where he majored in elementary education. He holds a master’s degree from Columbia College in South Carolina and an educational doctorate from South Carolina State University.

(JBHE)

JCSU Women’s Basketball Team Met Michelle Obama at 2012 CIAA Tournament

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The Johnson C. Smith University women’s basketball team had the opportunity to meet the First Lady of the United States of America, Mrs. Michelle Obama, on Friday, March 2 during the 2012 CIAA Tournament annual held at the Time Warner Cable Arena.

Before the startup of the Lady Golden Bulls game against Chowan University, the ladies basketball team had the chance to meet Michelle Obama on the court. Many stared astonished at the fact that the First Lady was really here within arms reach. She stopped by Charlotte to promote her Let’s Move! campaign, while also enjoying the game here in the Queen’s City.

“I almost shed a tear when I saw her, I had chills of excitement,” said JCSU student Desiree Forbes, as she shared her statement.

Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move campaign is an initiative dedicated to helping with many health problems that Americans are facing today. The movement of the campaign is something that is shaping up many Americans in large capacities. It was an honor that the First Lady graced her presence not only to the Golden Bulls, but to the city of Charlotte.

After meeting the First Lady, the Lady Golden Bulls captured a 68-55 win against Chowan.

Johnson C. Smith To Partner with Charlotte School of Law for Dual Degree Program

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Beginning next fall, Johnson C. Smith University and the Charlotte School of Law will be offering a dual degree program which allows students to earn an undergraduate degree and a law degree within six years. This means that within the third year of a student’s Undergraduate career, one can begin their first year in the Charlotte School of Law.

Those students who display high-performing skills will be qualified for recruiting into the program. JCSU students will complete their JCSU degree requirements, and by the end of their junior year, those qualified can then enter the law program at the Charlotte School of Law.

JCSU President Ronald Carter states: “We appreciate the opportunity with Charlotte School of Law in a program that combines a quality liberal arts education with studies in the field of law.”

Students that want to join the program will be required to have a minimum SAT score of 900 and GPA of at least 3.0. This program will allow the students to dedicate all time and efforts into school and bringing down the cost of tuition with the start of this program, where within six years one earns both degrees, while average take eight years.

Only You Can Stop You: Overcoming Your Fears

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“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be?”-Marianne Williamson.

Williamson speaks of a common problem people stuck find themselves struggling with- a war within themselves. So many people are afraid of their capabilities that they only strive for the bare minimum. There are students who study hard to get that high “C” rather than striving for that “A.”

It has to  be socio-cultural. The culture of today’s society has the wants and needs of today’s people complacent with just maintaining. People are content with status quo and are uncomfortable with striving for anything that could possibly result in failure.

The grim reality of our world is that the government builds new prisons based on the test scores of elementary school students, being that they are the future,it is only more of an obstacle for our people to face because that statistic gives them motive to become that criminal.

So many people allow themselves to become a product of their environments that they do not allow themselves to broaden their horizens. It seems no one wants to try anything new. What happened to the road less traveled? This generation seems to only want to follow the leader instead of become the leader.

You can’t become the leader when you are repressed by fear. A fear that only you alone can overcome.

Why are you afraid of yourself? That fear should not leave you submissive but empower you to surpass the goals set forth before you. Unconsciously we ask ourselves who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? Answer that question with action, be the change.

3 Members of Alpha Phi Alpha at Mississippi State University charged with kidnapping a female student

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Three Mississippi State University fraternity members have been arrested and charged with kidnapping an MSU student by holding her against her will.
Donovan Carroll, 22, of Canton; Frederick Oglesby, 21, of Hattiesburg; and Corey Skelton, 22, of Kosciusko, turned themselves in to SPD at 2:30 p.m. Friday.

Starkville Police Department Lt. Troy Outlaw said the victim reported the incident Thursday night at approximately 10 p.m. The three suspects are members of MSU’s Alpha Phi Alpha chapter, he said, and the victim reported she had been restrained with tape. The alleged incident took place at 411 Scales Street in Starkville.
Outlaw said the victim told SPD she knew the three men and said she had been friends with them. He said the incident is believed to be related to a trend on the social networking website Twitter. SPD Chief David Lindley said the trio called friends of the victim and asked for a ransom.

“Evidently there’s something going on Twitter called kidnapping season. We did do a Twitter search and there is such a thing,” Outlaw said. “That’s what we’re basing it off, plus the victim also mentioned it.”

Lindley said the men could possibly face harsh consequences for their actions.
“I think it’s unfortunate they used such poor judgment in committing this act, particularly on the heels of the hoax that had just occurred less than 24 hours before,” Lindley said. “Kidnapping is a capital crime that can carry up to life in prison, and doing something like this indicates very poor judgment.”
Each of the three suspects are currently out on $15,000 bail.
Investigation of the incident is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call SPD at 662-323-4131

Referenced from Sharkville News

2012 HBCU Awards Nominees Released – Voting Polls are now Open

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Cast your Vote Today http://hbcuawards.com/vote

Polls end March 24th

~Academics Awards~
HBCU Arts & Science Buzz Merit Award
Itisha Jefferson of Spelman College
Dannielle Foster of Xavier University of Louisiana
Sherman Coleman of Dillard University

HBCU Liberal Arts Merit Award
Tonique Garrett of Howard University
William Lee of Morehouse College
Laurence Hull of Morehouse College

HBCU Buzz Scholar of the Year
Joevan Palmer of Winston-Salem State University
Lauren Danielle Merritt of Virginia State University
Itisha Jefferson of Spelman College

~Russell Athletic Awards~
Russell HBCU Male Athlete of the Year
Kyle O’Quinn – Norfolk State University
David Erby – South Carolina State University
Casey Therriault – Jackson State University
Rashad Ingram – Saint Augustine College
Stanley Jennings – Albany State University
Marcus Goode – Benedict College

Russell HBCU Female MVP of the Year
LaQwesha Gamble – Johnson C. Smith University
Whiquitta Tobar – Alabama A&M University
Saitaua Losia – University of Maryland Estern Shore
Victoria Lewis – Chowan University
Jamila McKinnis – Stillman College

Russell HBCU Rookie of the Year
WyKevin Bazemore of Winston-Salem State University
Joseph LeBeau of Jackson State University
Tajh Tate of Delaware State University
Kanesha Smith of Mississippi Valley State University
Travis Richmond, Fort Valley State University

Russell HBCU Dance Team of the Year
Southern University’s Dancing Dolls
Albany State University’s Golden Passionettes
Jackson State University’s Prancing J-settes
North Carolina A&T Golden Delight
South Carolina State University Champagne Dancers

Russell HBCU Cheerleading Squad of the Year
Winston-Salem State University
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
North Carolina A&T State University
Morgan State University Cheer Bears
Grambling State University

Russell HBCU Band of the Year
Albany State University
Tennessee State University
Virginia State University
Bethune Cookman University
Jackson State University
Winston Salem State University

~Leadership Awards~
Best Student Organization of the Year
Morgan State University Student Government Association
University Of Maryland Eastern Shore Student Government Association
Florida A&M University Student Government Association
Cheyney College of PA Student Government Association
Tuskegee University Student Government Association

Best HBCU SGA President of the Year
Travis Randle – Morehouse College
Jamin Gallmin – Bowie State University
Daquan Lawernce – Morgan State University
Breyon Love – Florida A&M University
Andrew Foster – Alabama A&M University

HBCU Queen Visible Hero of the Year
Courtney Scott Miss Shaw University
Ashleigh Taylor Miss Tennessee State University
Mea Ashley Miss Jackson State University
Heather Smith Miss Elizabeth City State University
Rachetta Moss Miss Virginia Union University

HBCU King Visible Hero of the Year
Patrick Carrington Mr. Kentucky State University
Matthew Riley III Mr. Bowie State University
Kevin Ferguson Mr. Alabama A&M University
Justin C. Caesar Mr. Delaware State
Jordan Coburn Mr. Claflin University

HBCU Student Run Community Service Initiative of the Year
Somalia Relief – Howard University
It’s on the House – Morehouse College
Be Health Conscious – Tennessee State University

HBCU Freshman Leader of the Year
Richard Lucas III – Bowie State University
Marcus Solomon – Grambling State University
Keyanna Commings – Southern SUBR
Jawon Amey – Clark Atlanta University
Jalynn Jones – Fayetteville State University

~Greek Awards~
HBCU Greek Step-Team of the Year
Alpha Tau Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority from (SUBR)
Alpha Phi Alpha, Delta Xi Chapter from Central State University
Delta Sigma Theta, Sigma Chapter from Clark Atlanta University
Omega Psi Phi, Nu Psi Chapter from Virginia State University
Eta Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma from North Carolina A&T

HBCU Greek Chapter of the Year
Alpha Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta at Howard University
Mu Pi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority at Spelman College
Alpha Rho Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha at Morehouse College
Delta Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi at Wilberforce University
Delta Mu Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma at Bowie State University
Rho Theta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta at Norfolk State University

~Entertainment Awards~
HBCU Artist of the Year
Phil Wade – PVAMU
Kirko Bangz – PVAMU
Fuze the MC – Howard University
Ashton Travis – Howard University

HBCU Rapper of the Year
Young Lyxx – Clark Atlanta University
Willie Bema – Florida A&M University
EmeX – Howard University
Earth Gang – Hampton University
Darren Hanible – Bowie State University

HBCU R&B Artist of the Year
Amanda Badze – Howard University
Maya Milan – Morgan State University
Phil Wade – PVAMU
Lauren Peterson – UDC

HBCU Visual Artist of the Year
Rakeem Nowell – Delaware State University
Spencer Glover – Tennessee State University

~Other Awards~
HBCU Student Run News Publication of the Year
Southern Digest- Southern University
North Carolina Central University – Campus Echo
Grambling State University – The Gramblinite
Claflin Panther Newspaper- Claflin University
Belle Magazine- Bennett College

HBCU Student Run Fashion Troop of the Year
Ziana Fashion Club – Lincoln University PA
Phresh Lyfe Modeling Troupe – Albany State
Limitless Fashion Club– Delaware State University
Fashion At Morgan – Morgan State University
Dechire A la Mode – University of Maryland Eastern Shore

HBCU Campus CEO of the Year
Jerell Hester – Florida A&M University
Marcus Ponder – Bowie State University
Sonique O’Neal – Albany State University
Shenise J. McKnight – Howard University
Andre Albritton – Florida A&M University

Best HBCU Promotional Group
Dream Team – Howard University
Royal Court – Norfolk State
Nxtlevel Ent– North Carlina A&T
Union Ent – Morgan State University

HBCU Student Run Blog of the Year
All Erin Harper – www.allerinharper.com – Spelman College
Late Boots – www.lateboots.com – Morehouse College
The Crave Online – www.craveonline.com – University Of Maryland Eastern Shore
Chanel Files – www.chanelfiles.com – Howard University
The Christian Chameleon – www.christianchameleon.blogspot.com – Tennessee State University

Video: Sigma Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta (Clark Atlanta)

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The soul stepping sorors of DST! The  Sigma chapter of Delta Sigma Theta located at Clark Atlanta University won the 2011 Clark Atlanta University Greek Step Show with this excellent example of precision and intensity.

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Bowie State Releases 2012 Football Schedule

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Bowie State will begin its 40th overall season of intercollegiate football and look to improve on last season’s mark of 4-6 (3-4 CIAA).  The Bulldogs began playing football in 1972 under the leadership of Staley Jackson and are now under the direction of fourth-year head coach Damon Wilson.

“This is probably one of the most competitive and balanced schedules we’ve had in our three seasons”, said Wilson.  “Our first five games will give us a good indication as to where the Bulldogs should fair towards the end of the season.”

Bowie State University will kick off its 10-game, 2012 season with a Saturday, September 1st home game against Assumption College in Bulldogs Stadium.  The Bulldogs rolled to a relatively easy 28-7 season opening road victory over the Greyhounds last season.  Assumption, a member of the Northeast-10 Conference finished with a 4-6 record in 2011.

The Bulldogs travel to Columbia (S.C.) for a Thursday (September 6th) night non-conference contest against Benedict College in week two.  Bowie State hosted Benedict in the Bulldogs’ home opener last season, beating the Tigers 31-14.  The Tigers (2-8 in 2011) are members of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC).

Bowie State welcomes the Fighting Falcons of Fairmont State College to Bulldogs Stadium – Saturday (September 15th).  The Fighting Falcons defeated Bowie State last season by the score of 49-20 at Fairmont State and lead the series 2-0.  Fairmont State finished the year with a 7-4 overall record.

Saint Augustine’s College (4-6 in 2011) returns to the Bowie State schedule for the first time since the 2003 campaign.  Bowie State will make their first trip to Raleigh since the inaugural Falcons / Bulldogs game in 2002.  The Bulldogs and Falcons meet in the George Williams Complex on the SAC campus – Saturday (September 22nd).  Bowie State edged the Falcons 14-6 in 2003 and leads the series 2-0.

The defending CIAA Champions and NCAA semifinalist of Winston-Salem State University bring their high-powered offense to Bowie State Saturday (September 29th).  The Rams and Bulldogs have not met on the gridiron since 2004 with BSU squeezing out a 7-6 home victory over WSSU.  Winston-Salem State leads the overall series 12-5 and ended their 2011 season with a 13-1 record.

Bowie State travels to Murfreesboro (N.C.) to take on Chowan University – Saturday (October 6th).  The Hawks tallied a 3-7 record last season and beat the Bulldogs 38-35 in BSU’s 2011 season finale.  The series is tied 1-1 with the Bulldogs winning the inaugural (2010) game by a score of 59-19.

The Bulldogs will celebrate Homecoming 2012 against the Trojans of Virginia State University on Saturday (October 13th).  Virginia State beat Bowie State last season, capturing a stunning 28-21 overtime win.  Virginia State holds a 17-8 series advantage over Bowie State.  The Trojans finished second in the CIAA North with a record of 5-5.

Bowie State hits the road following Homecoming, making stops at Virginia Union University (Saturday, October 20th) and Lincoln University of Pennsylvania (Saturday, October 27th).  The Bulldogs dropped a tough 32-29 nationally televised decision against VUU’s Panthers last.  Bowie State trails in the overall series (10-17-1).  Virginia Union placed third overall in the conference’s Northern Division and ended the year with a 5-5 record.  Lincoln (2-8 in 2011) lost 22-10 to Bowie State last season and BSU leads the series 3-0.

Bowie State will close out the regular season at home on Saturday (November 3rd) against the Vikings of Elizabeth City State University.  ECSU’s Vikings downed the Bulldogs 23-12 last year and finished the season as conference runner-up with a record of 8-4.  The Vikings hold a slim 15-14 series advantage against the Bulldogs.

Specific home theme days and final game times for all games will be released at a later date.

Recap: 2012 SIAC Basketball Tournament

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The SIAC basketball tournament is more than just a week of basketball games. Its a homecoming and family reunion all in one. Friends and family all traveled to Atlanta to watch & support their schools. The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference is full of talent and competition. People from all over the South gathered inside of Forbes Arena.

Day 1: February 28, 2012
The Division II HBCU college basketball tournament was kicked off by the #11Paine College vs.  #6 Miles College (Women). Both teams played solid defense,with each team forcing more than 20 turnovers apiece. Miles was led by Courtney English with 17 points and grabbing 12 total rebounds. Final score: Miles def. Paine, 60-53.

The second game was #11 Lane College vs. #5 Clark Atlanta University (Women). CAU’s point guard Conisha Hicks showcased her excellent ball handling skills, defense, and passing ability in her team’s victory. On one fastbreak, she stole the ball and executed a no look behind the back pass for the lay in. La’Quisha Lewis led the team with a double double scoring 17 points and grabbing 18 rebounds. The final score was 62-47, Clark Atlanta over Lane.

DAY 2: February 29, 2012

Stillman College took on Claflin University (Men). Stillman’s defense was dominant throughout the entire game, causing issues with Claflin. Stillman was hot from behind the arc, shooting 10-21 from the 3 point line. Stillman guard Jeffrey Wherry led the team with 21 points. He was 7  of 12 from the 3-point line. Stillman won it, 93-69.

The second game of the day was Albany State University vs. Kentucky State University (Men). Both teams displayed phenomenal guard play, but ASU’s Rachard Lofton got the best of KSU’s Austin Rich in the last second victory. KSU went into halftime with a two point lead over ASU and both teams stayed evenly match throughout the 2nd half. With under 2 minutes left in the game, ASU was down 59-60 Lofton was fouled hard and completed a crucial 3 point play to help them comeback and win the game. Albany State won by the final score of 63-60.

Next game: #11 Morehouse took on #6 Paine (Men). This was a great defensive game. The game went down to the wire with 2 straight trips to the free throw line for Andrae Nelson with less than 50 seconds left in the game. He made 3 out of 4 to put Morehouse within 1. The score was 60-61 when Morehouse managed to get the ball to win the game, but turned over the ball with 4.6 seconds left in the game. Morehouse felt the Paine of defeat at the hands of the Lions, 63-60.

Next, LeMoyne-Owen Lady Magicians took on the Fort Valley State University Lady Wildcats. Early in the game, L-O had a slight lead then FVSU started playing full court press trap defense. This forced all kinds of problems for the Lady Magicians. In the first half alone, the Lady Wildcats forced 21 turnovers. The score was 51-28 at halftime. In the second half, FVSU put the game away by going up by as much as 35 points. FVSU won handily, 99-64.

Day 3: March 1, 2012
Began at 12 noon with two very evenly matched teams. The men of Benedict College took on the men of Stillman College. It was an instant classic, heading into double overtime. The guards of Stillman could not out maneuver the inside presence of Benedict’s Marcus Goode. Benedict held on to advance,  86-85 over Stillman.

The next game was a defensive nail-biter. The Magicians of LeMoyne-Owen vs. The Golden Rams of Albany State Univesity. Both teams had momentum late in the game, but LOC escaped with a win. LeMoyne-Owen won it, 55-51 thanks in large part to ASU’s 13 missed free throws.

The next game was the Lady Panthers of Stillman College vs. The Lady Rams of Albany State. ASU was down 21 at the half, but gained strenght in the 2nd half to make the score a little less lopsided. The Lady Panthers won the game 91 – 73.

The night concluded with the match up of Clark Atlanta University vs. Paine College. This game went down to the wire with CAU falling short by two points. The final score was 76-74.

Day 4: March 2, 2012

This was the SIAC’s version of the Elite 8. The women of Tuskegee defeated Stillman college 72-65. Mental mistakes and turnover cost the Lady Panthers the game.

Fort Valley State University defeated the women of Benedict, 79-65. FVSU  head coach Lonnie Bartley is very passionate and comical during the game.

The two Men’s games of the day were LOC vs. Paine College. The Magicians defeated the Lions in a tight game. The final score was 61-59.

The Men of Benedict defeated the FVSU Wildcats in a blow out, 74-53.

Day 5: March 3,2012

The Championship Games!

The Women of FVSU took on Tuskegee University. Both team were equally talented and evenly match but FVSU intensity got the best of Tuskegee. The final was 61-52.

The Men of Benedict defeated LeMoyne-Owen 58-42. The outstanding play of Marcus Goode (17 points, 14 rebounds) helped Benedict College become Champions.

It was a great atmosphere. Listening to the pep band, watching the Greeks celebrate and watching the cheerleaders perform. Already looking forward to next year.

 

SIAC Baseball: Week #3 Player of the Week Honors Announced

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Benedict College first baseman David Weber and pitcher John Walton have been named SIAC Baseball East Division Player of the Week and Pitcher of the Week, respectively.

Weber, a native of Lawndale, CA, had a .667 batting percentage with a homerun, the first for Tigers this season, and a 1.670 slugging percentage in two games. The 6-foot-2, 195-pound junior scored five runs and drove in four more while successfully stealing bases on all three of his attempts. Weber had a .800 on-base percentage and was perfect in the field while helping lead the Tigers to a 2-0 record for the week with a double-header sweep over Virginia-Lynchburg.

Walton, a native of Augusta, SC, struck out three batters with just one walk in one appearance this week. The 6-foot-5, 210-pound senior went 1-0 for the week with no earned runs.

There was no player or pitcher of the week in the SIAC West Division for this week.

Gallery: 100th Annual CIAA Men’s Championship—Winston-Salem State vs. Elizabeth City State

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The 100th Annual CIAA Basketball Tournament. Photography by Victor Harper. Continue reading “Gallery: 100th Annual CIAA Men’s Championship—Winston-Salem State vs. Elizabeth City State”

Grambling State president expects to launch $10 million capital campaign

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Grambling State University President Frank Pogue says as state funding to higher education continues to decline, financial support from the community will become more important than ever for GSU.

Pogue spoke to members of the Monroe and West Monroe business communities about the financial state of the university during a breakfast Wednesday morning at The Atrium.

“All higher education institutions that contribute to the economic growth and stability of this region must be supported equally,” he said. “When one suffers, we all suffer.”

Pogue said one of GSU’s goals has been to look for alternative ways to boost financial support. To help with that effort, the university is expected to launch a $10 million capital campaign in the coming months.

Kenoye Eke, interim vice president for the office of institutional advancement at GSU, said the campaign will have four priorities: student access to scholarships, faculty support, campus beautification and renovating certain campus facilities.

Pogue said he set the initial goal at $10 million, but he hopes to raise triple that amount.

“I’m saying $10 million with the understanding that we want to raise $30 million,” he said. “I think we can certainly do that.”

(News Star)

Video: Delta Xi Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha (Central State)- 2011 Sprite Step Off II Champions

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The Delta Xi chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. have a reputation as some of the baddest stepping brothers in the country. But what did you expect…they’re Alphas. Enjoy their 2011 Sprite Step Off II performance, which earned them first place among fraternities.

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