Richt to stick with Cox at QB Nov 3, 2009
The Knights will play host to Benedict College on Monday, then play at Augusta State on Wednesday. Aiken Tech's regular season opens Friday and Saturday with home games against Gulf Coast Community College and No. 1 Central Florida Community College in the Aiken Tech Tip-Off Classic. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Technology helps close generation gap Nov 2, 2009
Students from Benedict College and the University of South Carolina work with senior citizens at one of three of the current program locations: Still Hopes Retirement Community, Oak Reed Senior Apartments and Capital Senior Center ... BGTIME s partners include The James L. and John S. Knight Foundation, USC College of Mass Communication and Information Studies, Benedict College, Ifra Newsplex, The State Media Company and ETV.. (Gamecock Online, SC)
Gamecock Cross Country Heads To Asics/Winthrop... Sep 19, 2009
Gamecock Cross Country Heads To Asics/Winthrop Invitational - SOUTH CAROLINA OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE. Gamecock Cross Country Heads To Asics/Winthrop Invitational Regionally ranked South Carolina heads to Rock Hill Saturday at 10 a.m.. (Uscsports.com)
Tyson finds himself at home in state Sep 15, 2009
Tyson is the father of two children, 20-year-old Quinton, whos a junior studying criminal justice at Benedict College in South Carolina, and 17-year-old Jazmin, a recent high-school honors graduate now enrolled at Southern Connecticut State University. Jazmin was a recipient of the distinguished Christa McAuliffe Scholarship, presented to an outstanding student planning to pursue a teaching career. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Pough feels tough two-game opening stretch will make Bulldogs better Sep 15, 2009
Although S.C. State leads the MEAC in scoring offense, and 289 rushing yards after two games is 49 more than at the same point last year following games against Division I Central Florida and Division II Benedict College, Pough has seen too many scoring opportunities go wasted. We ve beaten some pretty good teams, but it s not been real dominating in any kind of shape, form or fashion, Pough said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
One Stop Workforce program helps students land summer jobs Sep 12, 2009
Benedict College student Sierra Young came home this summer only to discover the harsh reality facing many Americans these days: it's tough to find a job. "I filled out applications around Bamberg and Denmark but nobody was hiring," Young said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
College football: Morehouse opens season Aug 30, 2009
The Maroon Tigers opened their football season Saturday against the Benedict College Tigers of South Carolina. Johnny Crawford / jcrawford@ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Former O-W star Alex Barron looking for breakout year as Rams starting left tackle Aug 25, 2009
Zachary, 24, was a 6-6 forward at Benedict College in Columbia, S.C., and Lasaundra, 20, is a 6-2 forward at Claflin. Their mother, Lucinda, is a professor at South Carolina State. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
New report on who goes to college and where in Georgia Aug 21, 2009
For the first time, we know not only how many students went to a technical college or university system institution in Georgia, but we also know how many students went to schools like Auburn, Emory, Notre Dame, and Benedict College ... Four of the top 10 most popular out-of-state schools in 2008 were Historically Black Colleges and Universities Alabama State University, Tuskegee University, Florida A&M University and South Carolinas Benedict College. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Where Georgia high school grads enroll Aug 21, 2009
Four of the 10 most popular out-of-state colleges in 2008 were historically black colleges and universities: Alabama State University, Tuskegee University, Florida Aersity and Benedict College. Here are the five most popular colleges for the Class of 2008. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Schools use innovative programs to help students find success Aug 16, 2009
Diarel Riley is an 18-year-old Benedict College freshman who also took advantage of the JAG program while at Lake Marion High School. He wants to become a teacher. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
SC teens gather for assembly on Christianity Jul 20, 2009
Benedict College is hosting the Young People's Christian Assembly this week. Organizers expect more than 200 young people to attend this year's gathering that runs through Wednesday. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
DeKalb hires ex-Atlanta mayoral spokesman for high-ranking job Jul 14, 2009
After leaving the Campbell administration, Simama worked as vice president of community development for Benedict College in Columbia, S.C.. Search. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
ENCOURAGING ART: Claflin professor named S.C. Arts Commission Fellow Jun 29, 2009
Along with previous art teaching positions at Benedict College and Kenyon College in Ohio, Howard also taught art in a public school for 18 months following his graduation from S.C. State. "I teach general ed(ucation) art appreciation at Claflin, and I get to see things in a different way every semester," Howard said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Rotary Club of Lake Marion presents two scholarships Jun 27, 2009
Simmons plans to attend Claflin University in Orangeburg, and Riley plans to attend Benedict College in Columbia. T&D Correspondent Martha Rose Brown can be reached by e-mail at. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Claflin athletes make SIAC All-Academic Team May 30, 2009
Benedict College led the conference with 57 student-athletes with a combined GPA 3. 45 and Tuskegee had 52 student-athletes with a combined GPA of 3. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
COMPLETE RESULTS May 18, 2009
1 3 19 880 Petra McDonald Benedict College 15. 05 -0. (Richmondspiders.com)
Several SC colleges hold commencements May 10, 2009
Other school holding commencements on Saturday include Benedict College, Claflin University, Furman University and Coastal Carolina University. Clemson University and South Carolina State University held ceremonies on Friday. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Reverse discrimination suits flourish Apr 29, 2009
Simultaneously, federal officials said they had reached a settlement agreement, with Benedict College paying $55,000 to each instructor, including an art teacher who said she was denied promotion in favor of a black professor. The institution denied the accusations. (MSNBC -- Race)
Black College Hit With Racism Rap Apr 10, 2009
Three White Teachers At Benedict College Claim They Were Passed Over For Jobs Because Of Race ... According to its Web site, Benedict is a private, coed liberal arts school with more than 2,500 students with a "continued commitment to facilitate the empowerment, enhancement, and full participation of African-Americans in American society." (Benedict College) ... Alleging that Benedict College "engaged in unlawful practices," the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission also said that the... (CBS News -- US)
B-CU offers support system for students Mar 30, 2009
Front page news - newsjournalonline. MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2009. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Notebook: Ros tries to follow in his father's footsteps Mar 27, 2009
Brown first heard about Green when he was offensive coordinator at Benedict College in South Carolina and Summerville High coach John McKissick told him about a talented seventh-grader - Green. Brown said Green compares favorably to former Eagles Pro Bowl wideout Mike Quick, but that Green might be more athletic. (Athens Banner-Herald)
BACK TO BUSINESS: SCSU opens spring practice, seeks even more success Mar 24, 2009
Unlike Benedict College, the Bulldogs original season-opening opponent, McFadden said the Bulldogs would not be necessarily favored against the Tigers from Louisiana. Grambling, there s talk about them that they re probably better than us and this and that, he said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Claflin men ousted in SIAC tournament Mar 8, 2009
The Magicians move on to the SIAC title game to take on the Lane Dragons, who defeated Benedict College earlier Saturday afternoon. . (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Its official: SCSU vs. Grambling Feb 24, 2009
Instead of securing in-state bragging rights in a season-opener against Benedict College, the defending Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference champions will now turn their attention toward another old rival and reigning Southwestern Athletic Conference champion and winning the mythical title of top Football Championship Subdivision team in black college football ... We have a good working relationship with S.C. State and we want to keep it that way, said Benedict College Athletics Director Willie... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
MAKING THEIR MARK: Clafin claims SIAC title Feb 22, 2009
Showing the tenacity exhibited in a 71-63 win over defending SIAC champion Benedict College on Tuesday, the Golden Rams responded with a 14-2 run to tie the game. Jamell Ellerbe accounted for eight straight points during the run, including two of his four three-pointers, in finishing with 17 points. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Game On: SCSU vs. Grambling State to play in MEAC/SWAC Challenge Feb 21, 2009
The Bulldogs were slated to visit Benedict College on Sept. 5, while Grambling was to face Alcorn State the same date. No official word has been given by S.C. State in regards to what arrangement it made with Benedict College about either a buyout or rescheduling the game to a future date. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
MEAC vs. SWAC: ESPN strongly considering SCSU-Grambling matchup Feb 13, 2009
The Bulldogs are slated to open the 2009 campaign Sept. 5 at Benedict College. Neither school has indicated whether discussions have taken place between them about the possibility of postponing the game in order to make the Bulldogs available. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Claflin back in SIAC title hunt Feb 12, 2009
A pair of free throws by Phillip Brown with 38 seconds left capped a 13-0 run which lifted Claflin University to a 68-57 road win over Benedict College on Jan. 7 ... As Claflin (19-2, 18-2) closed out a 64-57 road victory over Tuskegee University Tuesday, it also moved back into a first-place tie with Benedict College. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
