Hampton’s McCorory anchors USA World Champion 4X400 meter relay team

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Former Hampton University track & field standout Francena McCorory came away with a gold medal at the 2011 IAAF World Track & Field Championships on Saturday, as she helped the USA 4×400-meter relay team win the title.

McCorory anchored the relay team, which also consisted of Sanya Richards-Ross, Allyson Felix and Jessica Beard and ran a 3:18.09. The Americans beat second-place Jamaica by .62 seconds.

A three-time NCAA champion and four-time All-American in the 400-meter dash, McCorory also finished fourth in the 400-meter dash earlier in the World Championships after running a 50.45 in the final on Saturday, Aug. 27.

McCorory also ran a personal-best 50.24 in the semifinals of that event

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HBCU Fashion Swap Soiree – By Kenya Stone Saturday Sept 17th

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The Fashion Swap Soiree is a stylish, fun and interactive clothing swap event that brings fashion divas together to exchange clothes/shoes/accessories, enjoy complimentary spa/beauty treatments, mingle with new friends, sip on sophisticated beverages and go home with fabulous new finds. This event is totally fun, charitable and environmentally friendly.  It’s one of the hottest trends in the fashion industry. Sharnice, you should interview me about it *wink & a smile*

Saturday September 17, 2011

Fashion Drop Off: 1pm – 2pm

Event Time: 3pm – 6pm

Contact information
1716 Gilpin Drive
Wilm., DE 1905
(302) 463-8978
info@kenyaston.com

Website: http://t.co/rDH3Gcn

U.S Officials Confirm “Credible But Unconfirmed” Threat on 9/11 Anniversary

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Washington, D.C.—United States officials have indicated a “specific, credible but unconfirmed” threat against the United States on the 10th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks.

The Department of Homeland Security and the C.I.A. have stated that at least three individuals have entered the United States within 24 hours with the intent to execute a terrorist attack on New York City and Washington, D.C. Matthew Chandler, spokesman for The Department of Homeland Security released this statement on the threat:

“In this instance, it’s accurate that there is specific, credible but unconfirmed threat information. As we always do before important dates like the anniversary of 9/11, we will undoubtedly get more reporting in the coming days. Sometimes this reporting is credible and warrants intense focus, other times it lacks credibility and is highly unlikely to be reflective of real plots under way.”

President Obama was briefed about the threat Thursday morning, and received updates on the threat all day. A White House official stated that the president “directed the counterterrorism community to redouble its efforts in response to this credible but unconfirmed information.”

Matthew Chandler also stated that Homeland Security’s intelligence reports on Osama bin Laden and al-Qaeda conclude that the extremist leader and his organization had already shown an interest in planning terrorist attacks on anniversaries such as 9/11. Nevertheless, the United States government is acting fast on the threats.

The New York Police Department has already begun taking extra precautions. Thousands of policemen are guarding Ground Zero, armed with rifles and radiation detectors. The New York City subways are under 24/7 surveillance as well. Thousands of police, equipped with cameras and weapons, have been sent to New York City, Washington, D.C. and western Pennsylvania.

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano stated that “in the intel world, there’s lots of chatter, and we’re taking it all seriously. And should there be something that rises to the level where I have to issue a threat advisory, we will issue a threat advisory.”

Hampton University Receives $35,000 Grant to Enhance Electrical Engineering Lab

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The Hampton University School of Engineering and Technology was awarded $35,000 from Dominion Virginia Power’s Dominion Resources. The grant will go toward enhancing the energy conversion lab.

HU is a part of a consortium with more than 80 schools that is focused on revitalizing electrical power engineering education. Through the consortium and with the assistance of the Dominion grant, HU is enhancing the electrical engineering laboratories and updating the electrical engineering curriculum, offering students a more hands-on experience.

According to Dr. Ostebele Nare, principal investigator of the grant and assistant professor in the Department of Engineering, learning about the concepts of electrical energy conversion is essential to understanding electronic systems.

“Energy conversion control is essential in systems with electric drives,” said Nare. “That includes everything from electronic to mechanical products including computing systems, power generators and even electric cars.”
Dominion Resources rewarded more than $1 million in grants to Virginia colleges and community colleges.

“Dominion is privileged to support college-level learning,” said Virginia M. Board, president of The Dominion Foundation. “We are particularly interested in funding action-oriented projects that produce results in energy conservation and the preservation of the environment.”

New laboratory equipment will be procured and setup this fall. Upgrades to the lab will be completed by the Spring 2012 semester. Laboratory enhancements will affect three laboratory courses including the energy conversion lab. With the new equipment, additional lab modules will be added to each course. Also, area high school students will be able to use the energy conversion lab during the Business of Engineering summer program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy.

“Students will be learning the central concepts of modern and future electric power controls technology,” said Nare.

Saint Augustine’s College Falcon Mens Basketball Team constructively help the Community

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On Friday, September 2, 2011 the Men’s Falcon basketball team assembled to construct and renovate various Habitat for Humanity houses. Among the group were 12 current men’s basketball players and 3 coaches, including Coach Ken Spencer.

“I thought it would be a great way to give back, a way to do something positive while bonding as a team,” stated Coach Spencer.

In addition, the players were eager to help the community. “I needed to give back, I knew that helping to build a house would help others; plus it gave me an opportunity to do something I have never done,” stated Nick Chamblee, point guard for St. Aug. To view additional pictures, click here

Green, Orange, Royal Blue & Old Gold filled the stands of Bragg Stadium – FAMU vs FVSU

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Green, Orange, Royal Blue and Old Gold filled the stands of Bragg Stadium, in Tallahassee, Florida as the Florida Agriculture and Mechanical University Rattlers hosted the Fort Valley State University Wildcats on September 3, 2011.

The tension between then teams and the fans of both schools could be felt miles away, Fans were greeted by the smell of bar-b-que chicken, turkey legs, and burgers as they entered the stadium. Greeting fans before the kickoff, the Marching 100 Band of FAMU played Lift Every Voice and Sing and the Star Spangled Banner. The FAMU Rattlers won the coin toss and elected to receive the ball to start this tension filled game. With the Rattlers having possession of the ball, the Wildcats defense was able to stop them from scoring and the Rattlers had to bring out their punt team.

When the Wildcats received possession of the ball on their second drive, the first touchdown pass was completed to Wide Receiver Chris Slaughter from Quarterback Antonio Henton. As the first quarter came to an end the Wildcats were up against the Rattlers 7-0. As the second quarter started the Rattlers held possession of the ball. Quarterback Austin Trainor ran a 1-yard touchdown

The Wildcats took possession of the ball and made it downfield just to stopped by the Rattlers defense. The Wildcats kicker Justin Rosenbaum attempted a 47-yard field goal, he came up just short. Wildcat fans awed in disappointment. When the Rattlers took possession of the ball after the Wildcats attempted field goal, Noseguard Courtney Davis intercepted it. Once the Wildcats received possession of the ball, Henton threw an interception right into rattler hands. The score was now 14-7 with 7:23 left in the first half.

The Wildcat fans were starting to get disappointed but kept their spirits high as they took possession of the ball once again. FVSU receiver Demario Barber made some big plays and gained major yards for the Wildcats offense. As the Wildcats moved down the field they were stopped on 3rd down and 8. Kicker Justin Rosenbaum returned for another field goal. This time the kick was good. With five minutes left in the half the score was 14-12, the Rattlers were still up.
The game was still very intense and the ball was in Rattlers possession. Trainor threw a 40-yard touchdown pass to Receiver Elliot. The Rattlers field goal was good and the Wildcats took possession of the ball again. The score was 21-12 with minutes to spare in the first half, the Rattlers defense tried to stop the Wildcats but they made it to the 42-yard line before being stopped. Kicker Justin Rosenbaum kicked a 42 yard field goal that was good. At the end of the first half the score was 21-15, the Rattlers were up.

The Blue Machine Marching Band of FVSU and the Marching 100 of FAMU put on a musical showdown for halftime. All of the players ran back to the field in excitement ready to start the second half of the game. Once the 3rd quarter started there was a lot of rumbling and tumbling on the field. Both teams defenses were so good that neither team was able to score. This was a great look for the Wildcats and their fans as they were looking for a comeback in the 4th quarter to try and beat the Rattlers once again.

As the 4th quarter got underway, you could tell that the Wildcats really came to play. Both defenses were still playing their hearts out on the field up until the last three minutes of the game. FVSU had possession of the ball, it was 3rd down and 5 and FVSU decided to go. Henton threw the ball long to Barber, it was caught at the 20-yard line for a Wildcats first down. Wildcat fans stood on their feet as they screamed OFFENSE while the Rattler fans stood on their feet-screaming DEFENSE. Henton threw the ball to Barber again, touchdown Wildcats! Fans cheered in excitement as there was 1:59 left in the game, it looked as if the Wildcats were going to take home another victory. It was Rattlers ball and the Wildcats Defense didn’t let them get any yards. It was 3rd a long and the Rattlers were going for it. Trainor threw the ball long to Lennon, the ball bounced off of Lennon’s helmet and into another Rattlers hands and securing the win for the Rattlers 28-22.

FVSU had 28 first downs compared to 13 for FAMU. The Wildcats edged the Rattlers in rushing, 55 yards to just 24 yards. And while just two yards separated the teams in passing offense (FAMU finished with 348 yards and FVSU closed with 346 yards), the Wildcats posted 401 yards of total offense compared to 372 yards for FAMU.
By Tena Grant
HBCU Buzz Staff

Howard Students excited about Morehouse Game

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Excitement, Fashion and Football has Howard students thrilled about this upcoming weekend. The Nation’s Football Classic will be held this weekend September 10, 2011. The Classic will feature an old matchup between Howard University and Morehouse College. The last time these two football programs met was in 1997. Many alumni and students of both universities are excited that the rivalry has resurfaced.

The game is being held at Robert F. Kennedy Stadium, the same stadium where the Redskins use to host their home football games and where D.C. United is currently hosting their games. The Stadium is hosting all kinds of events during the week of the game. Such events include presentations, HBCU College showcases, Rallies, Howard vs. Morehouse Debate, a fan festival and the game.

Many Howard students are excited about the game. Though Howard’s football program has seen its better years, students are always hype about the games. Eilah Brown a junior public relation major attending Howard University can’t wait for the game this weekend.
“I’m excited about the game. A lot of my friends are from Atlanta. I think this game is going to be a good preview to the upcoming season.” Said Brown.
Other students are excited about the fashion of the game. Howard University is well-known by other students as a University that has high fashion. Many students take pride in dressing up. Certain events such as Homecoming bring out the best. Melanie Fontaine a junior International Business major attending Howard University believes this game is another way for Howard students to show out.

“This game is another opportunity for Howard University students to separate themselves from other universities in the way we dress, act, and carry ourselves on a regular basis.” said Fontaine.

The game is expecting a huge turnout from Howard students to Morehouse students and even alumni from both HBCU’s. Howard and Morehouse signed to be part of the National Classic for the next three years. Andrea Armstead a junior Marketing Major attending Howard University who helped set up the events for the game believes that the turnout will be huge.

“We’re expecting a great turn out. There has been a lot of positive responses about the game especially from Howard and Morehouse alum who attended their last football game in 1997.” Armstead stated.

Though both HBCU’s are not really well known for their athletics, the rivalry between these two HBCU’s runs deep. As college football season kicked off this weekend, you can expect that both teams are eager to start off the season right by getting this win. Even though both teams are in different conferences, winning bragging rights until the next game may be the best prize to gain.

Wesley Rimpson

HBCU Buzz Staff

Bethune Cookman Wildcats came to win against Prairie View (63-14)

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The 2011 NCAA FCS football season is officially underway, and the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats showed up big on Sunday in their first appearance in the MEAC/SWAC Challenge, dominating from wire to wire in the 63-14 win over Prairie View A&M. With the start of the season, especially on the heels of such a strong statement victory, the awards start to roll in, and the Wildcats have gotten an early start this week with honors from College Football Performance Awards (CFPA).

Late Sunday night, CFPA announced their national FCS award winners and the Wildcats were well represented for their efforts against PVAMU. Three of the 15 MEAC players to receive awards came from B-CU this week, headlined by Reggie Sandilands, who won CFPA’s FCS National Linebacker of the Week award after posting three tackles and two fumble recoveries (one for a touchdown) in the win over the Panthers.

Receiving honorable mention in this week’s performer awards were quarterback Jamarr Robinson, who led the Wildcats with five total TDs on 251 yards passing and 30 yards rushing, and Al-Ghaffar Lane, who led the Wildcats in tackles (with seven), along with a sack, two TFL and a forced fumble that set up Sandilands for the return.

With other national organizations and the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference office posting honors later in the week, the Wildcats are looking to collect a big haul as they prepare for the big matchup with fellow 2010 MEAC Co-Champion South Carolina State this Saturday at Municipal Stadium.

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Bowie State Opens a Strong 28-7 against Assumption

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The Bowie State University Bulldogs (1-0) opened the 2011 football season with an impressive 28-7 non-conference road contest at Assumption College (0-1).

In terms of team stats, Assumption’s Greyhounds accumulated 202 yards of total offense (101 passing), compared to 344 total yards (228 passing) for Bowie State’s Bulldogs. Bowie State played well on defense, sacking Assumption’s quarterbacks four times.

“This was an impressive win and a good way to start a season”, said a jubilant Bowie State third-year head coach Damon Wilson.

Senior Andre Johnson scored the first points of the season for Bulldogs, faking a handoff to senior Tariq Jones and scampered 37 yards down the Bowie State sideline for the touchdown. Senior Michael Gage added the extra point for 7-0 advantage at the 6:19 mark of the first quarter.

Senior Delano Johnson picked off a pass by Assumption’s Derek Fernandas and returned it 40 yards for a pick six. Gagne’s extra point increased Bowie State’s lead to 14-0 with 7:10 remaining in the second quarter.

Assumption found the Bowie State end zone at the 5:22 mark of the second quarter, when Fernandas to Paul Perez for a 14-yard touchdown pass and catch. Brain Nowak converted the extra point to cut the BSU lead down to 14-7.

Senior Clifton Budd connected with junior Kevin James for a 61-yard touchdown pass and catch and Gagne’s point after, pushed the Bowie State lead to 21-7 with 3:24 left in the quarter. James’s touchdown was the first of his career.

Bowie State missed a perfect opportunity to pad their lead late in the second quarter, but three false start penalties inside the Greyhound’s five yard line, and a blocked field goal attempt ended the first period of play.

Senior James Proctor hauled in a 20-yard pass from Budd for six more Bulldogs’ points. Gagne’s PAT pushed the Bowie State lead to 28-7 with 5:52 remaining in the third quarter.

Junior Bekewele Amadi led Bowie State with 11 total tackles, nine of which were solo tackles. Fellow junior Kenyon Kinard and redshirt sophomore Delante White added eight and seven tackles respectively.

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Tennessee State Dominates Cat Fight With Southern

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Tigers Open Season With 33-7 Over Jaguars

The Tennessee State Tigers opened their 2011 football season with a resounding 33-7 win over the Jaguars of Southern University in the John Merritt Classic, played in front of 25,209 fans at Nashville’s LP Field.

TSU rolled up 512 yards of Total Offense (342 rushing, 170 passing), while limiting Southern to 300 yards of Total Offense (37 rushing, 263 passing). The 342 rushing is a JMC record eclipsing TSU’s 279 yards against Alabama State in 1999. The 512 yards of Total Offense ranks second (530 vs. Alabama State, 1999). Southern’s 37 yard rushing total was the second lowest by a team in the John Merritt Classic (13, Alabama A&M, 2009). The Tigers rolled up a JMC record 29 first downs (20 rushing, 8 passing, 1 penalty) while allowing just a record low 12 first downs by the Jaguars ( 1 rushing, 9 passing, 2 penalty). READ MORE.

R.I.P Shannon Washington – Florida A&M University Women’s Basketball Player

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Florida A&M University (FAMU) is mourning the loss of Shannon Washington, a student and women’s basketball player.

“Our hearts and prayers go out to Shannon’s family and members of the Lady Rattlers Basketball Team,” said FAMU President James H. Ammons. “For Shannon to be killed in the prime of her life is tragic and senseless. She had so much promise as a student athlete. This is a great loss for the university and our athletic program.”

The FAMU Student Government Association will have a vigil tonight at 8:30 p.m. at the FAMU Eternal Flame to celebrate the life of Washington.

Washington was a standout basketball player at Illinois Valley Community College (IVCC) earning All-American honors both seasons at IVCC.

A native of Sarasota, Fla., her success at IVCC earned her the distinction of having a replica of her jersey to be honored in the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame in Knoxville, Tenn.

Washington transferred to FAMU and was expected to play this fall as a shooting guard.

“It is truly a trying situation to lose a student-athlete that has come to us to further her education and excel at her sport,” said LeDawn Gibson, FAMU’s Head Women’s Basketball Coach. “As a coach, this is the kind of incident you just hope you never have to deal with — the death of one of your players at such a young age.”

“The closeness of the students, coaches and staff at FAMU Athletics resembles that of a family,” said Derek Horne, FAMU’s director of Athletics. “Losing a family member is never easy. Our task now is to make sure we learn from this, and make as much effort at preparing our student athletes for all situations that may occur.”

Fall is rapidly approaching – Mens Outerwear

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Fall is rapidly approaching and nothing is more exciting, at least to me, than that smooth transition from late summer attire to subtle layering for the cool fall weather. When new seasons are approaching I know that people more than likely already have, if not a few, a certain item they keep in mind for fall shopping. I was very interested in getting a male perspective on dress for the upcoming season, so while conversing with several male friends; I decided to ask them what items of clothing in particular they were most looking forward to sporting for fall. Amongst the various responses, the most popular was outerwear. The breeze fall weather constitutes for great play on layering of light outerwear. A lot of men I spoke to said they’re really looking forward to the layering of leather or jean jackets, trench coats, vests, ponchos, toggle jackets, blazers, pea coats, varsities, windbreakers and toques. A new friend, Spencer Edwards of http://porprpostur.com , also advised a color palette consisting of earthy tones: cranberries, greens and browns. I can’t wait to see the versatility of colors, patterns and textures!

Eagles Held Scoreless for First Time in Eight Years

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PISCATAWAY, N.J. – In North Carolina Central University’s first game as a full NCAA Division I program, the Eagles got a dose of Big East football as Rutgers blanked NCCU 48-0 on Thursday night in front of 40,061 fans inside High Point Solutions Stadium in Piscataway, N.J.

It’s the first time NCCU has been held scoreless since Oct. 25, 2003, when the Eagles suffered a 47-0 setback at Winston-Salem State.

The game itself remained scoreless for most of the first quarter. Rutgers was held to a three-and-out on its first possession and NCCU senior corner back David Ingram intercepted a pass to end the second drive.

Rutgers finally posted points on the board with 38 second left in the opening quarter when rookie running back Savon Huggins spun into the end zone from a yard out, capping a 12-play, 52-yard drive.

Huggins struck pay dirt again on the next drive when he sealed a 9-play, 40-yard drive with a 7-yard touchdown scamper at 8:58 of the second quarter, providing the Scarlet Knights with a 14-0 lead.

Rutgers made it a three-score game when sophomore quarterback Chas Dodd found Mohamed Sanu for a 13-yard score with 1:30 left in the first half.

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Virginia State University Prepares for Inauguration of 13th President Keith T. Miller

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Virginia State University is preparing a variety of events to commemorate the Inauguration of the University’s 13th President, Dr. Keith T. Miller. The formal inauguration will be Friday, Sept. 23 on the VSU campus.

South Carolina State Struggles Against FBS Opponent In First Game

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MT. PLEASANT, MICH— The South Carolina State Bulldogs (0-1) suffered a tough 21-6 defeat to Central Michigan in its season opener at Kelly/Shorts Stadium Thursday night in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.

“We didn’t make the plays when we had the opportunity and it hurt us in the long run,” said SC State head coach Buddy Pough. “Anytime you take a loss it’s a hard lesson but we take it as a team.”
Central Michigan jumped out to a 7-3 lead on a 45-yard toss from junior quarterback Ryan Radcliff to wide receiver Cody Wilson at the 13:05 mark in the first quarter. Radcliff found the end zone once again throwing a 67-yard bomb to freshman Titus Davis to put the Chippewas ahead 14-6 with 8:17 left in the first-half.