HBCUBuzz: HBCU Scholarships Roll April

List of Scholarships for Historically Black Colleges and University Students. I urge our students to apply.

HBCU Buzz HBCU Scholarships Roll


ICBC Lawyers Scholarship
The ICBC Lawyers Scholarship is available to students in the U.S. and Canada who are between the ages of 17 and 21. You must answer two essay questions to be considered for this award. …
Dollar Amount: $1,000
Negative Population Growth Scholarship Contest
The Negative Population Growth Scholarship Contest is open to high school seniors and college freshmen, sophomores and juniors. You must submit a three- to five-point plan to educate the freshmen legislators of the 112th Congress about what can be done to slow, halt and reverse today s out-of-control population growth. Submissions must be between 5…
Dollar Amount: $2,000
College Prowler $2,000 No Essay Scholarship
We know you re busy and we know that times are tough. That s why we decided to create the easiest possible scholarship to give something back to students. Students can use the money to help cover tuition, housing, meal plans, books, computers, or any education- related expenses. The scholarship is open to all high school and college students and th…
Dollar Amount: $2,000
A GPA Isn’t Everything Scholarship
The A GPA Isn’t Everything Scholarship is available to students planning to attend college. You must be a US citizen and a high school student, GED recipient or current college student. You must demonstrate a strong record of extracurricular, leadership and/or volunteer activities to be eligible for this award. …
Dollar Amount: $1,000
Annual Signet Classic Scholarship Essay Contest
The Annual Signet Classic Scholarship Essay Contest is open to high school juniors and seniors. This year’s essay competition is based on the book, “The Moonstone” by Wilkie Collins. You must write an essay on one of five selected topics listed on the Web site to be considered for this award. Five (5) awards are available. In addition to the $1,000…
Dollar Amount: $1,000
Evalee C. Schwarz Charitable Trust for Education
The Evalee C. Schwarz Charitable Trust for Education provides interest – free loans to undergraduate and postgraduate students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance and financial need. You must be a U.S. citizen, have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $5,293 or less and attend school in the state in which you reside (some exceptio…
Dollar Amount: $15,000
College JumpStart Scholarship
The College JumpStart Scholarship is available to high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors and current college students. To be considered for this award, you must be committed to going to school and be able express your goals for getting a higher education. …
Dollar Amount: $1,500
ThinkQuest International Competition
The ThinkQuest International Competition is open to teams of students who are age 22 and younger. Teams must be comprised of one coach and one to six students. Students will be challenged to solve a real – world problem by applying their critical thinking, communication, and technology skills. Participants may enroll in one or more of the following…

Buick Achievers Scholarship Program
Stories of human achievement are everywhere. The Buick Achievers Scholarship started with that in mind. We want to celebrate motivated, passionate college bound students nationwide. We’re offering up to $25,000/year for 100 first-time freshman, renewable up to four years. We are also offering $2,000/year for an additional 1,000 incoming students. I…
Dollar Amount: $25,000
New Threats to Freedom Essay Contest
The New Threats to Freedom Essay Contest is open to students pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university in the United States. To be considered for the short form contest, you must submit a three to five minute video, or a 300 – 500 word response to one of three videos provided, which discuss topics in the book, New Threats to Freedom….
Dollar Amount: $5,000
eMission Scholarship
The eMission Scholarship is available to students who are between the ages of 13 and 25 as of April 4th, 2011. You must be a legal resident or citizen of the U.S. and have completed one offline mission in the Facebook game “eMission” to qualify for this award. There are 5 scholarships available….
Dollar Amount: $1,000
Amtrak Travel Scholars Program
By Amtrak Over the past five years, Amtrak, in partnership with the United Negro College Fund, has awarded more than 500 travel scholarships to deserving college students at 28 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). “The scholarship came at a time of particular stress for my family,” said Robert L. Glover III, a sophomore at Morehouse…

2011 GRHS Essay Contest
The 2011 GRHS Essay Contest is open to middle school students (sixth through eighth grade), high school students and full-time undergraduate university/college students. The subject of the paper must be related to German-Russian history, heritage or culture and must be the contestant’s original work. A contestant does not need to be of German-Russi…
Dollar Amount: $1,000
National Civil War Student Challenge
The National Civil War Student Challenge is open to high school students between the ages of 13 and 19. To enter, you must take an online trivia test on the events leading up to, during, and the repercussions of the Civil War. The online challenge will consist of 50 difficult, multiple – choice questions. The top 30 scorers will be invited to take …
Dollar Amount: $15,000
Duck Tape “Stuck at Prom” Contest
The Duck Tape “Stuck at Prom” Contest is open to students age 14 years or older who are attending a high school prom in the spring of 2011. You must be a legal resident of the United States or Canada, including the District of Columbia, but excluding Puerto Rico and the Province of Quebec. You must enter as a couple (two individuals) and attend a h…
Dollar Amount: $5,000 


Little Bags for “Little” People

The more real baggage you have in life, tends to consequently transfer over into reality and your personal style sense. Do you agree?

Little Bags for “Little” People

By Khadijah Williams “Queenoftheglam”

The more real baggage you have in life, tends to consequently transfer over into reality and your personal style sense. Do you agree? Erykah Badu’s ‘Bag Lady’ comes to mind! If you’re very successful as a woman, student, or a mom there is many bags that come along with it. You have baby bags, suit cases, book bags, and as for me my makeup kit accompanies me everywhere.It tends to weigh me down with all it’s carryings. I recently read an article that tiny little bags aren’t out of style; and is longer just for socialites. They’re making a comeback in a very major way. What’s your preference on bags? Big or little? Does it even matter to you? Or is it more about quality? Brand name? Or functionality? Take your stand right HERE & NOW!

 


~By Queenoftheglam
HBCUBuzz Staff

Abandoning the Art of Reading : Articulate Moment by April Thornton

Why does some African American college students abandon the art of reading?

Abandoning the Art of Reading

By: April C. Thornton

 

When I read various types of literature, I find myself getting lost in the black words that are printed on the white paper. Reading allows me to escape into another world and keeps me updated with past and current news. When I engage into the writer’s expressive words it improves my pronunciation and helps with vocabulary and spelling. Although this is the satisfaction I get when I read, majority of my peers will admit that reading does not play a significant role in their lives.

This leads me to ask, why does some African American college students abandon the art of reading? Does the reason solely depend on students not being able to comprehend what they are reading or students not finding enjoyment in the literature they select? Students have their own personal reasons why they do not read; in my opinion they are refusing to expose themselves to different types of writing.

Bowie State University senior, Nkosi Dickerson believes, “African American college students may get bored with reading material that does not pertain to them.” In most instances, students prefer not to read, due to the fact that some writings illustrate a cultural and racial unfairness. Generally, these students would rather read literature that they can identify themselves with, this includes urban novels, Essence and Ebony magazine or information that is focus on the black community. In most cases, if literature does not grab the attention of students, they will quickly become uninterested and stop reading.

College students should want to explode different genres of writing when they open the papers of novels, newspapers and magazines. I understand that urban novels are popular among our generation; however these novels are only good for entertaining the mind and not informing it. Students should encourage themselves to read material that has substance and is beneficial to them in life. Students should consider reading more about the financial system, health issues, theories of traditional and non-traditional philosophers, past and present world history and more. Literature should challenge student’s intellect and allow them to obtain new information in this world of endless reading.

-By April Thornton

HBCU Buzz Staff

The CAU Center Dominates The SIAC Tennis Championships

(SIAC) Tennis Championships were decided today as the Lady Panthers of Clark Atlanta University defeated the Lady Wildcats of Fort Valley State University to claim the women’s title and the men’s title was won by the Maroon Tigers of Morehouse College who defeated the Tigers of Stillman College.

 

 

The 2011 Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) Tennis Championships were decided today as the Lady Panthers of Clark Atlanta University defeated the Lady Wildcats of Fort Valley State University to claim the women’s title and the men’s title was won by the Maroon Tigers of Morehouse College who defeated the Tigers of Stillman College.

The Lady Panthers of Clark Atlanta University (CAU) claimed the women’s title with a 5-2 win over the Lady Wildcats of Fort Valley State University (FVSU).  The conference title was the first for CAU since the 2007 season.

The tone of the match was set in doubles play as the Lady Panthers took a 2-1 lead.  CAU’s Munashe Makuni and Ivory Conley took the number one doubles match with an 8-3 win over FVSU’s Roberta Robinson and Chelsea Spear.  The Lady Wildcats won the number two doubles as the team of Yonelle Aromin and Chade Scott defeated Keva Palmer and Kasey Dawson, 8-6.  CAU rallied to take the final doubles match as Cydney Reid and Brioone Bachus beat Chantelle Chiles and Briana Pettiford, 8-

Men’s All-Tournament Team

Singles

Tory Martin, Morehouse College
Michael Thomas, Morehouse College
Ivan Irazabal, Stillman College
Felipe Farias, Stillman College
Tommy Williams, Fort Valley State University
David Mohammed, Tuskegee University
Doubles

Noah Terry and Michael Thomas, Morehouse College
Ivan Irazabal and David Torres, Stillman College
Andrew Belk and Brandon Pringle, Fort Valley State University

Outstanding Coach: Terry Alexander, Morehouse College

Tournament MVP: Michael Thomas, Morehouse College

Women’s All-Tournament Team

Singles

Munashe Makuni, Clark Atlanta University
Keva Palmer, Clark Atlanta University
Chade Scott, Fort Valley State University
Roberta Robinson, Fort Valley State University
DeAndra Reasonover, Benedict College
Sheneka Knight, Tuskegee University

Doubles

Chade Scott and Yonelle Aromin, Fort Valley State University
Brionne Bachus and Cydney Reid, Clark Atlanta University
DeAndra Reasonover and Jessica Carswell, Benedict College

Outstanding Coach: Autumn Williams, Clark Atlanta University

Tournament MVP: Munashe Makuni, Clark Atlanta University

 

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Freeman’s Single NCA&T Leads Aggies to Win Over UMES

GREENSBORO – Kelvin Freeman went on a rampage at the plate late last season to earn MEAC Rookie of the Year honors. The North Carolina A&T baseball team hopes he can produce a replay of that in 2011 as the season gets closer to the MEAC Tournament.

Freeman hit a big two-out, two-run RBI single in the seventh inning to give the Aggies the lead for good in a 9-6 win over Maryland Eastern Shore Saturday night at War Memorial Stadium. The two teams will play an 11 a.m., doubleheader on Sunday from WMS.

The Aggies big seventh inning didn’t start out with a spark. Andre McKoy flew out to left field for second out of the inning. But with the Aggies down 6-5, freshman Luke Tendler singled to center field which moved Carvell Copeland to third after he reached on an error. Marquis Riley walked to load the bases, and Dairio Little walked to tie the game at 6.

Little’s walk set up Freeman’s heroics and ended the night for Maryland Eastern Shore starter Jacob Foreman. Freeman lofted a 2-2 pitch into center field that bounced in front of Tre-von Johnson to score Tendler and Riley for an 8-6 Aggies lead. Brandon Parker came on in relief and unleashed a wild pitch that allowed Little to score for the four-run inning.

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Aggies’ 4×1 Teams Win at F&F Games NCA&T

The team showed a lot of mental toughness today,” said N.C. A&T associate head coach James Daniels.

Aggies’ 4×1 Teams Win at F&F Games NCA&T

If the North Carolina A&T men are to win any gold at the MEAC Championships this season, Jarrell Elliott and the relay teams will likely be involved. The Aggie relay teams have competed well against some of the best teams in the country this outdoor season.

When they had a chance to perform in front of the home crowd at Irwin Belk Track, they looked even better. On Saturday, the North Carolina A&T track and field team completed its first home track meet of the season with the second day of The Friendship and Freedom Games at Irwin Belk Track.

The Aggies competed well despite adverse weather conditions. There was a 45-minute delay because of inclement weather. Once the meet resumed, the wind gusted up to 40 miles per hour.

“The team showed a lot of mental toughness today,” said N.C. A&T associate head coach James Daniels. “In order to be the championship program we want to be, we must be able to perform in all conditions. I thought we competed at a high level in tough conditions. It was great to see.”

The men’s 4×100 meter relay team of Darryl Williams, Jonathan Hancock, Jarrell Elliott and Earl House placed first with a time of 40.65. The time was not even their best showing. The team has finished below 40 seconds this season. Elliott stepped away from his teammates to win the men’s 400 meters. He also had a sixth-place finish in the men’s 200 meters. His 21.08 time in the 200 was a personal record.

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Bowie State University News State of Athletics April

As we near the close of the Spring Semester, our Spring Sports are preparing to compete in the CIAA Spring Championships.

Bowie State University State of Athletics April

by Dior Ginyard

As we near the close of the Spring Semester, our Spring Sports are preparing to compete in the CIAA Spring Championships. Softball, Women’s Tennis, and our Men’s and Women’s Outdoor Track & Field teams will be headed to Virginia State University on April 21st to compete with the other 12 CIAA institutions. All three programs have had solid seasons and are looking to peak their performance at the Championship venue. Additionally, the Athletic Department is preparing for Annual Golf Outing. This will serve as a fundraiser for the Athletic Department, in particularly the renovation project of the Weight Room. On May 17th at Enterprise Golf Club, we are encouraging individuals, groups, and corporations to join us Anton Goff in this worthwhile fundraising event. The cost of an individual is $150 and a

cost for a foursome is $500. There are also opportunities to become a whole sponsor or an event sponsor. To register or gain additional information, please call 301-860-4300. We look forward to having a great Bulldog Nation event. Furthermore, I can also tell you that our student-athletes are working very hard in the classroom. We have a number of seniors that willgraduatethisMayandwillbecomeBSUAlums. Wewishthemtheverybestastheytake thenextstepintheirjourneythroughlife. Wealsowanttothankthemfortheircontributions to their sports, the Athletic Department, and the University Community. As we say, once a Bulldog always a Bulldog. We look forward to following their future successes and reconnecting with them as they come back to campus to support their fellow Bulldogs.

UMES Wins Bowling National Championship / Maria Rodriguez & Nataline Jamenez Player of the Year

Maria Rodriguez and Natalie Jimenez were named the Division I and Division II/III Players of the Year While UMES Wins Bowling National Championship 2011

 

UMES Wins Bowling National Championship /

Maria Rodriguez & Nataline Jamenez Player of the Year

AYLOR, MI—Maria Rodriguez and Natalie Jimenez were named the Division I and Division II/III Players of the Year by the National Ten Pin Coaches Association and headline the 2011 All-American team. The honors were announced at the NCAA Tournament’s Banquet on the eve of this year’s championship. Rodriguez, a senior representing Maryland-Eastern Shore, joined teammate Kristina Frahm, Central Missouri’s sophomore Jimenez and two members of Fairleigh Dickinson’s top-rated team, senior Tracy Ganjoin and sophomore Danielle McEwan.

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Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) defeated Fairleigh Dickinson (FDU) 4-2 and will advanced to the National Championship match against Vanderbilt.  The Commodores defeated Nebraska 4-1 to earn their second trip to the finals.  FDU only had three losses in the entire tournament, all three were to the Hawks who defeated them yesterday to force today’s match and then again today to eliminate them from the event. While today April 14, they defeated Vanderbilt to win the National Championship 2011


Morgan State Launches Mobile Journalism Lab, Leading HBCU’s in Worldwide New Media Network

Awarded her a $25,000 grant to create a cutting-edge mobile journalism (“MOJO”) lab at Morgan.

Morgan State Launches Mobile Journalism Lab,

Leading HBCU’s in Worldwide New Media Network

The Challenge: Create a global news network in three weeks, using only iPhones.
The Solution: VeriCorder Technology, with the support of the BEA and Action Life Media, have launched a planetary experiment in Mobile Journalism and Hyper Local Networks.

Global MoJo shows how any media company can launch and monetize a Hyper Local Network, using mobile apps like VeriCorder’s 1st Video, and the VeriLocal network system.

At Morgan State University, Prof. Richardson’s unique teaching style earned her the Dean’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and Advising for the 2007-2008 school year. That same year, she earned a promotion from the rank of lecturer to assistant professor. Most recently, the Knight Foundation’s Institute for Interactive Journalism awarded her a $25,000 grant to create a cutting-edge mobile journalism (“MOJO”) lab at Morgan. All MOJO students will learn to report using only Apple iPhones and iPads. Richardson appeared on NPR in June to discuss the project. Before becoming a professor, Richardson began her journalism career at JET magazine. There she had the privilege of working for, and with, the late publishing magnate, John H. Johnson. Within four months, Johnson promoted her from intern to assistant editor of the magazine, allowing her to pen cover stories at the tender age of 23. Richardson’s work also has appeared in O, The Oprah Magazine, Baltimore Sun.com and the Examiner newspapers. She earned the Weinstein-Luby Outstanding Young Journalist Award in 2002, and the Freedom Forum’s Chips Quinn Scholars award that same year.

-HBCUBuzz Staff

Newly Elected Florida Gov. Rick Scott Cuts All Funding To Florida’s Two HBCUs

Bethune-Cookman University, a private school in Daytona Beach stands to lose more than $2 million in state revenue.

Florida Gov. Rick Scott cuts all funding to states HBCUs

In his first proposed budget Rick Scott the newly elected governor has cut all funding to Florida’s two HBCUs. Bethune-Cookman University, a private school in Daytona Beach stands to lose more than $2 million in state revenue. The state has, for years, helped fund Florida’s private, historically black colleges. But Scott has completely wiped out funding for Bethune-Cookman and Florida Memorial University in Miami Gardens.

Because Scott’s proposal is just the first step in a months-long budgeting process, Bethune spokeswoman Meredith Rodriguez said college officials will be “patiently waiting” to see how the process unfolds.

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HBCU Students Acknowledged by The White House for Leadership in Ending Violence Against Women

Vice President to attend a reception at the home of Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden to honor the 16th Anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)

HBCU Students Acknowledged by The White House for
Leadership in Ending Violence Against Women

L-R Victoria Phifer, Vice President Joe Biden and Alize Beal.

Ending Violence Against Women student ambassadors Alize Beal and Victoria Phifer were selected by the Office of the Vice President to attend a reception at the home of Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden to honor the 16th Anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) for their student leadership with Ending Violence Against Women (EVAW):
The Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (VAWA) is a United States federal law. It was passed as Title IV, sec. 40001-40703 of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 HR 3355 and signed as Public Law 103-322 by President Bill Clinton on September 13, 1994. It provided $1.6 billion to enhance investigation and prosecution of the violent crime perpetrated against women, increased pre-trial detention of the accused, imposed automatic and mandatory restitution on those convicted, and allowed civil redress in cases prosecutors chose to leave unprosecuted. VAWA was championed and originally drafted by then-Senator Biden in 1994 and focused on improving the criminal justice response to domestic violence, stalking, and sexual assault.

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-By HBCUBuzz Staff

Florida A&M University Wins 7th Championship Title at National Academic Competition

48 Schools Battled for the Top Prize This Weekend at the 22nd Annual Honda Campus All-Star Challenge

ORLANDO, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Overcoming stiff competition, Florida A&M University beat Oakwood University to claim their seventh National Championship title at the 22nd Annual Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (www.hcasc.com), an annual academic quiz competition among teams from the nation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).Florida A&M University beat second place finisher Oakwood University and took home $50,000 in grant money for their school after answering the following question correctly:

His 2007 book, Avoid Boring People, looks back on his entire life, not just the two years in which he found fame in the 1950’s, which he already chronicled in The Double Helix. For 10 additional points — who is this U.S. geneticist and physicist who co-discovered the molecular structure of DNA?

The Florida A&M University team included Trenton J. Johnson (Captain) senior, Computer Engineering, Dwight Williams II, junior, Mathematics, Stefan Jenkins, junior, Biomedical Engineering and Paul Kayemba, junior, English.

During the annual two-day tournament in Orlando, FL, 48 HBCU teams competed in a modified round robin format. Each school showcased their skills and intellect by quickly and accurately answering questions on world history, science, literature, religion, the arts, social sciences, popular culture and African-American history and culture. The top teams from the events eight divisions advanced to the “Elite Eight Playoffs” and went head to head in a round single elimination. The final two teams then competed for the National Champion title in a best 2- out of 3- final series.

While Florida A&M University took home the top prize of $50,000 in university grants for their National Championship win, Oakwood University and the other top teams did not walk away empty-handed. Second place team Oakwood University walked away with $25,000, from Kentucky State University and Tuskegee University, members of the “Final 4,” earned $15,000, and North Carolina Central University, Morehouse College, Clark Atlanta University and Fisk University, members of the “Elite 8,” each took home $9,500 in grants.

Since 1989, HCASC has brought together the nation’s best and brightest academic competitors from America’s top HBCUs. Throughout its history, HCASC has been the only annual academic competition between the nation’s HBCUs, touching over 50,000 students and awarding more than $6 million dollars in grants.

Quote from Florida A&M University Team Captain

“When you get the right group together you overcome all adversity. Everybody on the team has different personalities and experiences which creates a ying/yang with four components that compliment each other with perfect balance.”

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Paine Student Accuses Coach Pete Cardenas of Sexual Assault #BuzzKiller

Woman, 22, says he kissed her, asked her to dinner…

Paine Student Accuses Coach Pete Cardenas of Assault #BuzzKiller

Paine College officials would provide few details today following sexual assault allegations made against the school’s baseball coach by a 22-year-old female student.

Brandon Brown, vice president of institutional advancement, confirmed both the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and Paine College Campus Security are investigating the matter involving coach Pete Cardenas. The coach has been suspended and school officials would not say if he was being paid while off duty.  According to a Richmond County Sheriff’s Office report, the Paine student notified authorities after the April 5 incident.

In her complaint, she said Cardenas began talking to her in a hallway of the school at 1235 15th St., around 3:30 p.m., then he kissed her and forced his tongue in her mouth. Cardenas then asked the 22-year-old to go out to eat with him later, police said. After the coach left, the victim notified authorities. According to the sheriff’s office report, Cardenas told authorities he kissed the girl because he “wanted to console her.”

 

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Paine College officials would provide few details today following sexual assault allegations made against the school’s baseball coach by a 22-year-old female student. Brandon Brown, vice president of institutional advancement, confirmed both the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office and Paine College Campus Security are investigating the matter involving coach Pete Cardenas. The coach has been suspended and school officials would not say if he was being paid while off duty. According to a Richmond County Sheriff’s Office report, the Paine student notified authorities after the April 5 incident. In her complaint, she said Cardenas began talking to her in a hallway of the school at 1235 15th St., around 3:30 p.m., then he kissed her and forced his tongue in her mouth.Cardenas then asked the 22-year-old to go out to eat with him later, police said. After the coach left, the victim notified authorities. According to the sheriff’s office report, Cardenas told authorities he kissed the girl because he “wanted to console her.”

 

-By HBCUStaff

Shaw Faculty & Students Protest Administration

According to organizers, faculty makes about $32,000 “with no pension and constantly facing loss of benefits while self-serving administrators make up to $225,000 with moving expenses, company credit cards, generous travel and phone perks, and exquisite bathrooms.”

Shaw Faculty & Students Protest Administration

Protestors took to the streets Monday criticizing the new administration at Shaw University. Faculty and students gathered outside the school gates asking for more rights for university teachers. According to organizers, faculty makes about $32,000 “with no pension and constantly facing loss of benefits while self-serving administrators make up to $225,000 with moving expenses, company credit cards, generous travel and phone perks, and exquisite bathrooms.”

“I hope that our board and administrators bring all of us to the table and we discuss together how we can bring about a better Shaw that adheres to our ultimate mission,” said Dr. James Nelson, Jr., professor of mathematics at Shaw University.

Shaw University President Dr. Irma McClaurin released the following statement: Shaw University is noted for its tradition of involvement in social justice and demonstrations. Thus, we recognize the right of individuals to express their opinion. Be that as it may, it is unfortunate that at the very moment Shaw is gaining positive recognition locally and nationally, that a few have chosen to become involved in University personnel matters, on which I am prevented from commenting for confidentiality reasons.

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Alpha Phi Alpha BETA RHO Spring 2011 Probate Shaw University

The Beta Rho Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. at Shaw University hosted their new member presentation show on Thursday

Alpha Phi Alpha BETA RHO Spring 2011 Probate Shaw University

So this last week was nothing short of mayhem! I had to shoot and do consultations pretty much everyday and finally, I have sometime to myself. I averaged 3 hours of sleep every night, my body aches all over and I feel like I’ve been beaten with a stick…but I’ll do it all over again!

The Beta Rho Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. at Shaw University hosted their new member presentation show on Thursday and it was one of my favorites so far this season. I’m actually a fan of Beta Rho’s probates, I shot their Spring 2009 probate and this one was just as impressive and entertaining. I felt like a gymnast because I had to jump, dodge, contort and squeeze through to get the shots, and get them I did. You be the judge…enjoy!

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-HBCUBuzz Staff


On-Call Teacher Assistant (Temp) Jobs

To provide a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children that offers opportunities for learning and development in the different areas through the implementation of a developmentally appropriate high quality program.

 

On-Call Teacher Assistant (Temp)

 

Company
CentroNia
Location
Washington, DC 20009
Job Type
Full Time
Employee
Years of Experience
2+​ to 5 Years
Education Level
Certification
Career Level
Entry Level

About the Job
Position Title: On-Call After school Teacher

 

Program: UPK Program

Primary Purpose of the Job:
To provide a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children that offers opportunities for learning and development in the different areas through the implementation of a developmentally appropriate high quality program.

Essential Duties:

To welcome the children and families when they leave in the afternoon. To help the children get settled in and involve them in an activity of their choice.
To monitor the health, safety, physical and emotional welfare of the children when they arrive. To ensure their well-being at all times, being alert to their strengths and needs as individuals and as a group. To keep the children under adult supervision at all times.
To be alert to changes in behavior, clothing (by checking if they need to change it, if it is appropriate to the weather outside, if the shoelaces are tied, etc.) and physical appearance (by checking if their noses need to be wiped, if their hands or faces need to be washed, etc.) throughout the day.
When applicable, to assist the children during the period of breakfast, lunch and snack, by encouraging them to eat, helping them with utensils and foods, promoting communication among them, and encouraging appropriate table manners.
When applicable, to help the children rest and monitor their sleep during the period of naptime.
To build and maintain a trusting relationship with the children and their families.
To be familiar with and abide by the personnel policies and the program procedures specified in the “employment manual” and the “staff handbook”. To monitor the overall group’s compliance with the center’s policies and procedures.
To be responsible for the planning, preparation, and implementation of the before/ afterschool curriculum activities. To submit monthly plans to the program coordinator for approval on the set schedules. To post the plans when appropriate.
To assist children in engaging in the activities and rotate from one area to the next. To ease the transitions from one period to the next by alerting the children about what will come next.
To manage the guidance and discipline of the group according to the center policies.
To maintain the home-base clean, free of hazards, with the materials in order, and aesthetically pleasing.
To keep the families informed of the program happenings through daily child report, incident or accident reports.
To report to the coordinator and director any suspicion of external or internal child abuse or neglect immediately after the incident occurred.
To attend the regularly scheduled staff meetings.
To deal with conflicts or difficult situations with the group’s educators with the support of the program coordinator and director when needed.
To attend to CentroNia trainings as scheduled by direct supervisor.

Other Duties:
1. To check shared areas such as bathroom, playgrounds, and van for health and safety hazards.
2. To ensure that families sign the daily log when the children are dropped off and picked up.
3. To accompany the child when he/she is being picked up late, even after the work day is over.
4. To submit leave requests to the coordinator/director for approval before the absence.
5. To support the program by completing other duties as assigned by the Coordinator/director of the program.

Required Experience:
2 or more years of experience in the care and education of young children in a group care setting.

Required Education:
CDA for preschool age children or AA or BA in Early Childhood Education

Working Conditions:
A community based organization with a safe and healthy environment.

Other Requirements:
To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, it is necessary to specify the physical, mental and environmental conditions of the Essential Duties of the job. The following codes are used to explain the frequency of physical activity:
“F” for frequently; “O” for occasionally; “N” for not at all

On the job the employee must be able to carry/lift loads of:
( F ) Light (up to 25lbs.)
( F ) Moderate (25-50lbs.)
( O ) Heavy (over 50lbs.)

On the job the employee must:
( F ) Bend ( O ) Sit ( F ) Squat and Kneel ( F ) Stand
( F ) Crawl ( F ) Walk ( O ) Climb ( F ) Push/Pull
( F ) Handle objects (Manual Dexterity) ( O ) Reach above shoulder level
( F ) Use fine finger movements

Working Conditions:
Office located within a community-based organization with a safe, stable and healthy environment. CentroNía has a very diverse staff, and Spanish/English bilingualism is essential to conduct business and serve clients.

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter and references; indicating the position you are applying to:
Human Resources Department at CentroNía at:

1420 Columbia Road, NW, DC20009
centroniajobs@centronia.org
Fax (202) 745-0154

“Educating children and youth, and strengthening families, in a bilingual, multicultural community.”

CentroNía is an equal opportunity employers

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