Dr. Walter Washington Parkway signs unveiled – Alcorn State

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“It is official now, Highway 552, aka “the stretch”, is now Dr. Walter Washington Parkway,” pronounced Alcorn State University 18th President M. Christopher Brown II at the historic ceremony that celebrated the unveiling of the MS highway sign today on the University’s Lorman campus.

Dr. Washington is known as Alcorn’s longest-tenured president who served the University from 1969-1994. He is remembered for his innovative vision, insightful leadership, and outstanding service to the University and the state of Mississippi. He continuously fought for equal funding and secured major public and private funds to improve life on campus, including turning a once dirt road that connected the campus with highway 61 into a four-lane highway. On July 1, 2011, legislation passed designating segments of Mississippi Highway 552 beginning at Alcorn within Claiborne County and extending to its intersection with U.S. Highway 61 in Jefferson County to be named in honor of Dr. Washington.

Alcorn students, employees, alumni, state legislators, community leaders, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated leaders, Mississippi Department of Transportation representatives and Dr. Washington’s colleagues and friends gathered in the Ecology Resource Center for the ceremony honoring the legacy of the prominent leader and great educator.

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Alison Law Stylish Buzz of the Week

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Name: Alison Law
Classification: Junior
Repin’: Howard University
Major: Broadcast Journalism
Hometown: Cleveland Heights, OH

Description of styleMy style of fashion is Vintage Eclectic. I love thrifting, I love old clothing and I love being different. I take risk, experiment and just have fun when it comes to getting dressed. My best items have been when I woke up and just throw something together. “In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different.”- CoCo Chanel. Alison’s style is fun, quirky and unpredictable, always leaving us in suspense. She’s no stranger to taking risk, and I must say she does it quite well. Her chic style is a replica of her confidence and demeanor. Who else do you know can pull off that floral print high-waisted bottom?

eMex of Howard University – HBCU Buzz Artist Spotlight

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Artist: EmEx
School: Howard University
Genre: Hip-Hip

Bio: As a well educated kid from inner cities of Baltimore hip-hop artist, eMeX (pronounced M-X), has quite the story to tell. After a life-altering car accident that ended his professional sports dreams along with the death of his grandmother, eMeX (born Matt Walker) used poetry and performance to cope with these traumatic events. With a unique backdrop of varied experiences for a canvas, eMeX uses his commanding lyricism to paint vivid depictions of life’s many facets. His debut mixtape, Honorable Discharge was released in February of 2011. By creating a buzz for himself on the illustrious campus of Howard University, eMeX has already received many rave reviews from his peers and fans from this dynamic debut. eMeX has gained the attention of many presenting him with features on The Urban Feed Magazine’s “28 Days of Black” and on R&B artist Nick Sneed’s hit single “Show You.” eMeX is currently working towards the release of his untitled second project due late fall 2011.

Music

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Dillard Alumna Cynthia Butler-McIntyre will be appointed to Key Administrative Post by President Obama

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President Barack Obama will appoint Dillard alumna Cythia Butler-McIntyre to the board of trustees of the Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation. The news came as Obama announced his intent to nominate or appoint 28 individuals to “key administrative posts” in the near future.

“I am confident that these outstanding men and women will greatly serve the American people in their new roles,” Obama said, “and I look forward to working with them in the months and years to come.”

Butler-McIntyre graduated from Dillard University in 1976 with a B.A. in early childhood education. She is the director of human resources in the Jefferson Parish Public School System in Louisiana and the national president of Delta Sigma Theta, a public service organization. She is a national board member of the National Council of Negro Women, a past national board member of the National Alliance of Black School Educators, and the secretary of the Louisiana State Association of School Personnel Administrators. She holds an honorary doctorate of divinity from Christian Bible College of Louisiana and an M.A. in educational administration from the University of New Orleans.

The Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation is an independent federal government agency established to “encourage and support research, study and labor designed to produce new discoveries in all fields of endeavor for the benefit of mankind.” Governed by a presidentially appointed board of trustees, the foundation seeks to nurture and recognize pioneering individuals and programs that reflect the visionary spirit and pioneering heritage of Christopher Columbus.

The Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation was founded in 1992. It awards individuals for extraordinary work in the fields of agricultural science, life sciences, homeland security, community service, special education and more.

Referenced Article from http://www.dillard.edu/ 

Two HBCU Students Killed in the Past Two Weeks, When Will the Madness End?

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Bowie State University was in the midst of celebrating its Homecoming on Thursday, September 15, when the student body received horrible news. Dominique T. Frazier was stabbed and killed in her campus dorm—by her own roommate, Alexis D. Simpson. This makes the job of protecting the students’ safety harder for campus police when the culprits are living together in the same dorm.

This saddening news comes a week after Florida A&M University student and star women’s basketball player Shannon Washington was stabbed and killed by her friend. This has got to stop.

We as a community have to do better. Their killers didn’t just take the life of a person away from their families and friends. They took the lives of valuable contributors to the Black community and to the world. Who knows what Dominique Frazier and Shannon Washington could have accomplished? Now we’ll never be fortunate enough to know.

What kind of argument between friends and roommates could have led to murder? There is something broken in our community that needs to be addressed and fixed.

We are so worried about being hard and being tough that we minimize our humanity. We feel the need to protect ourselves by portraying a hard, emotionless shell to protect the frail and fragile ego. So in the middle of any petty argument, it escalates into something bigger due to our need to validate our toughness, and keeps escalates until someone gets hurt—or worse.

Hundreds of black youth are dying in the same manner as these two young women are. Senseless violence caused by lost black men and women hiding behind guns and knives. Never forget Dominique Frazier or Shannon Washington. It is a reminder that there is still a lot of work to do in our community. It is a reminder that everyone in higher education does not possess a higher intellect.

This weekend was supposed to be a time of celebration and reunion for Bowie State University. Instead, it became a time for mourning for one of our own. The HBCU community is a family. Bowie State’s loss and FAMU’s loss is a loss for all of us.

Alexis D. Simpson Arrested by Maryland State Police in relation to Bowie State Stabbing

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Maryland State Police have charged 19-year-old Alexis D. Simpson with first-degree murder in the stabbing death of Dominique Frazier at Bowie State University on Thursday night, police say.

 Alexis Simpson Twitter: @PentHouseSweetz

Simpson is being held at the Prince George’s Detention Center without bond. She turned herself in to Prince George’s County Police at about midnight after authorities believe she left campus after the assault.

Authorities say the Frazier, 18, of Washington, D.C., was fatally stabbed Thursday around 8 p.m. in the Christa McAuliffe Residential Community on campus, the school and police say.

Bowie State, which is celebrating Homecoming this week, has canceled all Friday classes while the investigation continues. A memorial will be held for Frazier at noon.

Maryland State Police have obtained a search warrant for the on-campus suite that Frazier and Simpson shared with two other students. The suite is being processed for evidence.

Greg Shipley, spokesman for Maryland State Police, added that police do not know what the victim was stabbed with. He also addressed rumors that the suspect and victim may have been fighting over an iPod; a rumor authorities are also checking into.

At about midnight, police say Frazier’s roommate, Simpson, of District Heights, turned herself in to Prince George’s County police. She is now in Maryland State Police custody, authorities say.

A preliminary investigation revealed that Frazier and the suspect were arguing in their suite when that escalated into a physical fight. Frazier was stabbed in the neck at least once, police say.

“I heard a bunch of girls screaming, I walked out into the hallway, went to the left, and I saw this girl, she was sitting on the floor, she was (covered) in blood,” said Donovan Settles, who was visiting friends at the school. He said when he saw the girl, the left side of her body was covered in blood.

 

R.I.P. Bowie State Student Dominique Frazier – Residence Hall Stabbing

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Bowie State University mourn the death of Dominique Frazier. The stabbing happened shortly after 8 p.m. in the 14000 block of Jericho Park Road in Bowie. Police confirm that the victim was a sophomore student and that the stabbing happened in a dorm room at the Christa Mcaulliffe Residential Center. Fire/EMS took the female to the hospital where she was pronounced dead. Police are in the process of notifying the victim’s next of kin.

 

 

“The accused is identified as Alexis D. Simpson, 19, who is a student at Bowie State University and resides on campus. She is from District Heights, Md. She is charged with first degree murder, second degree murder, and first degree assault. She is being held in the Prince George’s County Detention Center without bond,” police said.

Dominique T. Frazier, 18, of Washington, D.C., was stabbed, unconscious and bleeding in the hallway of her residence on campus when police arrived, they said.

Frazier and Simpson were roommates in the four room suite on campus, police said.

Going to class or going to sleep? By Shy-Asia Andrews

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Getting up for an early class can be such a hassle, but does it mean we shouldn’t get dressed for class? Absolutely not, though it is common place for students to attend early morning classes in their PJ’s it however, does not make it right. As a senior I’ve had to get up for plenty of early morning classes and though I hated the early morning routine , I always took the extra time to actually get dressed. Attending class in PJ’s often times makes the professor think that you aren’t taking their class seriously, and you really don’t want that. In recent months professors have even turned to kicking students out of their class if they aren’t properly dressed, so if you haven’t already started then you should start now.

If your one of those students that absolutely must be comfortable for class then you should consider a few great  alternatives to the average Pajama set. A great pair of sweats can make you feel as comfortable as your Pajama’s , most times you can buy a stylish pair from your school store and show some school pride, though there’s a fine line between PJ’s and sweats you can enjoy comfort without your “house clothes”. Now that fall is approaching one can also invest in a few pairs of leggings, this way you can pair them with a pretty blouse and a stylish pair of riding boots ( which are great for any fall outfit) that’s comfort anyone can enjoy. However, if boots and leggings aren’t really your thing either you can also try to find a great pair of comfortable jeans that fit your lifestyle, though many people find denim restricting and uncomfortable there are a variety of fits for everyones comfort and style preference.
In addition to a great outfit for class , you need great hair, though many dread the fact that they may have to get up an hour or so before class in order to put on a full outfit and maintenance their hair it must be done. Because on top of the many professors who aren’t willing to accept PJ’s in their class , there are many who are not willing to accept head-wraps and bonnets of any kind if their not for religious reasons. So think about it, the next time you get up in the morning , you should spend your time getting dressed rather then catching an extra half an hour of sleep before class.

CEO of Ingersoll Rand Addresses Howard University Business Students

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CEO of Ingersoll Rand Addresses Howard University Business Students

“Lifelong learning requires what I call learning agility – or our ability to learn at the speed of change and apply new learnings is a primary determinant of success in our global knowledge-based economy. Learning, and its application, is the primary basis for all continuous personal or business improvement. And continuous improvement is the life blood for long-term individual and organizational success.” said Ingersoll Rand CEO Michael Lamach, on the importance of lifelong learning.

CEO Michael Lamach came to Washington D.C and spoke to about 250 undergraduate and graduate business students at Howard University. The general basics of Lamach’s lecture were the importance of leadership, executive decisions, lifelong learning, and global studies.

Lamach also shared his experiences and thoughts with Howard students about leadership in uncertain times within the global market place and the speed with which leaders need to act. Lamach took on his role as CEO of Ingersoll Rand during a very rough time in the economy. He gave insight on how to make executive decisions quickly and effectively. At the end of his lecture, CEO Michael Lamach took questions from students. Questions ranged from the role of diversity and sustainability in Ingersoll Rand’s strategy, to what makes a good leader at Ingersoll Rand, to how the company has handled scenario planning in the current economic climate.

Ingersoll Rand is a $13 billion global diversified industrial company founded in 1871.

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Dillard Men’s Track & Field Receives GCAC Championship Rings

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Dillard Men’s Track & Field Receives GCAC Championship Rings

For just the second year since Hurricane Katrina, Dillard University has a Boys and girls track and field team. Not only do they have teams, they have champions.

The boys won the first annual GCAC Outdoor Track & Field Championship held at A.W. Munford Stadium in dominating fashion on the campus of Southern University and A&M College held back in April. Dillard dominated SUNO, Xavier University and Edward Waters College from start to finish totaling 161.50 total team points as Edward Waters College finished 2nd with 136 points. The boys were presented their rings by their third year coach, Bobby Williams during Dillard’s season opening home volleyball game.

Many athletes were named all conference in their events.

Runell King, junior from Baton Rouge, Ladalrius Miller and Rudy Garza, both sophomores from Houston made a dynamic trio sweeping the 110-meter hurdles as well as the 400-meter hurdles.

King stated that last season turned out very successful and he expects to see great things from his team moving forward. “ We have recruited heavy and were ready for any obstacle facing us this season!’

Miller was classified as the event’s Most Valuable Runner.

The Bleu Devils’ relay team started the competition by finishing second in the 4×100-meter relay race with a time of 43.21. The 4×400-meter relay team, which has qualified for the NAIA Track and Field Championships in Indianapolis, finished second in competition with a time of 3:24.42. Dillard’s Men’s 4×800-meter relay team finished first in team competition with a time of 9:29.18.

Emory Nash from Burleson, Texas finished first in the Men’s 800-meter race with a time of 2:04.22. Zachary Harmon from Mabelton, GA finished first in the Men’s Shot Put with a score of 9.92 meters.

Ladarius Lewis, sophomore from Ocean Springs, Mississippi is a member of the basketball team as well as the track team. He also competed placing first in the long jump.

The girl’s track team didn’t do too bad either. Sophomore Courtney Henry from New Orleans qualified to compete in the 100-meter dash at the national championship this summer in Indiana. Henry also competed in the 4×100 meter relay as 1st leg accompanying sophomores Dominique Smith from Avondale, LA, Destiny Showell from Cibolo, Texas and juniors Jonquil Griffin Wanda Burks from New Orleans.

Bobby Williams is his 3rd season as head coach for men and women is very confident in his runners for the upcoming year and is ready for another successful season.

HBCU Artist Spotlight Red Baron of Morehouse College

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Red Baron

Genres: Hip Hop / Soul
Label: Sanctfily Music Group, LLC
Management: Timothy Welbeck, Esq.
School : Morehouse University
Website: www.sonicbids.com/RedBaron

“Imagine if Jay-Z and Lauryn Hill had a love child, raised him in the church and only let him listen to gospel and the classics of soul. That person’s music would sound like mine. In short, my music is what a beautiful painting sounds like. Just listen, and you’ll know all you need to”

 

ARTIST BIO Red Baron represents, literally and figuratively. He is an emcee and attorney who has crafted a stirring brand of music that is thought-provoking and relevant, honest and life-changing. He has garnered high compliments from hip-hop legends (EPMD, DJ Scratch), industry tastemakers (Mtv Correspondent Sway) and record executives (VP of A&R at Def Jam, Lenny S), in addition to having won the Session 1 Grand Prize in the Hip-Hop Category for the 2010 John Lennon Songwriting Contest; all of which has quickly made Red Baron one of rap music’s best kept secrets. Born in the bedrock of the blues, reared in the home of R&B, and classically trained in violin, it would seem Red was destined to make music. His music fuses the blues, jazz, soul, R&B and rock, yet still rings true of hip-hop. Red Baron found his voice as a musician while a student at Morehouse College. Shortly after graduating, he released his critically acclaimed debut, Paint the Town Red. He is slated to release his highly anticipated second album, entitled, Shades of Grace on January 18, 2011. Red has performed in various venues: colleges and universities, national conferences, churches, rehab centers, detention centers, bars, clubs, and even a grocery store. He has shared the stage with hip-hop legends, established international artists, garnered national and international radio airplay, has won local and international songwriting competitions and won music industry showcases. His music has been featured on an official mixtape alongside material from some of the more prominent names in hip-hop (e.g. Jay-Z, Kanye West, Lil’ Wayne, T.I., Drake, Nikki Minaj, etal). The venues have changed; the response has not. Amid a time where most contemporary artists spin tales of lustful acts, violence, “bling-bling” dreams, etc., Red Baron’s content and potent lyrics set him apart. His music focuses on his faith and fulfilling his role as a husband, father, attorney (yes attorney) and educator. Quite simply, his music is what a beautiful painting sounds like. Just listen, you’ll know all you need to…

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Jackson State University outranks Yale, Princeton in national study

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In its newly released study, Washington Monthly magazine ranked Jackson State University one of the top 10 institutions of higher learning across the country in terms of social mobility, research and service ratings. Coming in at No. 9 among 258 institutions, Jackson State outranked Princeton (No. 31), Yale (No. 39), the Georgia Institute of Technology (No. 54) and Howard (No. 73) universities. Jackson State is the only Historically Black College or University to break into Washington Monthly’stop 10.

“We’ve made very persistent efforts in recent years to better serve our students – especially those who don’t have the means for college tuition – and to train them for careers in research and community service,” said Mark G. Hardy, JSU provost and vice president for academic affairs. “This ranking reminds us that we are on the right track.”

This year’s ranking is up significantly from last year, when JSU appeared No. 45 on the list.

The research rating measures the rate at which students go on to receive Ph.D.s., the number of doctoral degrees awarded by the university and the amount of federal research dollars garnered. Last year Jackson State raised over $57 million research dollars.

To view the entire report, visit Washington Monthly online: CLICK HERE