First Coast RB may be wavering Jan 31, 2008
" Two of Thomas' teammates, linebacker Nigel Carr and receiver Avis Commack, are committed to the Seminoles. Commitment pushes Florida back to No. 1 Florida regained the No. 1 spot in Rivals.com's national rankings after gaining a commitment from Hoover (Ala.) Spain Park defensive end William Green. Green, a four-star prospect ranked 83rd in the nation by Rivals, chose the Gators over Alabama. The Gators now have 22 commitments and likely will only take one or two more players. Local notes... (Florida Times-Union)
Timberwolves ready to return to big stage Jan 24, 2008
transfer from Bethune-Cookman College out of Hillsborough High, will play center and hit first or second. Kelvin Clark, another of Clarks Redan (Ga. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Is purpose of HBCUs gone? Jan 14, 2008
He wanted to fulfill a promise he made to professors who taught him during the 1960s at Wiley College in Marshall, Texas, and Bethune-Cookman College in Daytona Beach, two historically black colleges. He was in for surprise and disappointment. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Black Colleges Jan 9, 2008
On the blog now: Updated at 7:23 AM. Updated: 3:51 AM 01/09/08. (Townhall.com)
Participants remember B-CC's debate with Oxford Jan 3, 2008
But it's also the stuff of which legends were made at Bethune-Cookman College (now University), where two members of the debate team squared off in October 1951 against a touring team from England's Oxford University ... There were professors at Bethune-Cookman College who really challenged students to go above and beyond what we thought we were capable of,' he said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Real estate and Mother Nature year's top stories Dec 30, 2007
Named Bethune-Cookman College in 1926, the historically black college became Bethune-Cookman University. Another local institute of higher learning solidified its evolution by offering bachelors and masters degrees and changing its name to Daytona Beach College, dropping "Community.". (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Barnidge could be next to represent Broncos in NFL Dec 30, 2007
Bethune-Cookman College: Brian Sumlar, freshman running back, Orange Park (282 yards on 64 carries and three touchdowns). Copyright MyClaysun. (Florida Times-Union)
BamaMag.com: Going West for Bear Hunting Dec 22, 2007
The Bears reached Las Vegas with wins over University of Texas-Pan American and Bethune-Cookman College in the first two rounds. Missouri State is somewhat a different team than the Tide has faced as of late with their size and experience in the frontcourt. (BamaMag.com)
Belt incident not gym teacher's first warning Dec 22, 2007
In a February 1998 Times-Union column, he spoke of trying to preserve black history through the production of T-shirts honoring Jacksonville's historically black high schools, as well as Bethune-Cookman College (now a university), his alma mater. Jackson also talked about his devotion to youngsters, in whom he hoped to instill lessons of respect and pride. (Florida Times-Union)
Daytona soldier prepares for 3rd deployment to Iraq Dec 18, 2007
I got back in July of '03, and went back to work as the network admin computer guy at Bethune-Cookman College (now Bethune-Cookman University). But then I was deployed again in January '04 for about six months on a joint forces exercise, something the U.S. does with South American nations about working together. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Brophy Wins, Bulldogs Take Second At Rutgers Invitational Oct 15, 2007
Bethune-Cookman College won the event with a team total of 624. The Bulldogs shot 633. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Biographer's lecture will examine Bethune's legacy Sep 15, 2007
"She was someone I heard mentioned in class, who was a teacher and started Bethune-Cookman College," she said. "It was just the typical thing you heard about her.". (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Bethune-Cookman alums witness to 9/11 tragedy Sep 11, 2007
The onetime Bethune-Cookman College student was a New York newbie and it had taken him longer from his place in the Bronx than he had expected. He emerged from the subway station to find bodies diving out of the World Trade Center, home to his new employer, SCOR U.S. Corp. It was Sept. 11, 2001. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Jackson Named NPF Player of the Year Aug 21, 2007
In her lone season at Maryland after transferring from Bethune-Cookman College, Jackson compiled an impressive list of accolades after a standout 2007 season. She led the NCAA in home runs, blasting 24 homers in 58 contests, an average of 0. (Umterps.com)
Jackson Recognized for Highest Home Run Total in the Nation Jun 20, 2007
- Maryland shortstop recently added to her impressive list of accolades after a standout season in 2007, as the senior was recognized by the NCAA for having the highest home run total in Division I. Jackson, in her first season at Maryland after transferring from Bethune-Cookman College, blasted 24 home runs in 58 contests, an average of 0. 41 per game. (Umterps.com)
Padres target college pitchers in Draft Jun 9, 2007
" The Padres continued to tap into top college programs by taking second baseman Eric Sogard from Arizona State and outfielders Bradley Chalk from Clemson University and Robert Perry from California State University, Long Beach. If you've never heard of Bethune-Cookman College, located in Daytona Beach, Fla., you will now. Angel Mercado, a six-foot right fielder from the historic black college was chosen in the 23rd round. Mercado was the second right fielder after Shane Buschini, an 11th round... (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
France was 'great leader' Jun 6, 2007
France was side-by-side leader. By The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Published on: 06/06/07. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Mackin Named Second Team Academic All-American May 31, 2007
31 Communications Infield Christina Trimble BETHUNE-COOKMAN COLLEGE III Jr. Riverside, Calif. 4. (Gobulldogs.com)
Amber Jackson named to All-ACC First Team May 10, 2007
The senior, who transferred from Bethune-Cookman College before the season, capped off a remarkable year for Maryland by capturing conference honors. Jackson is the first Terrapin to earn first-team honors since did it as a sophomore in 2005. (Umterps.com)
Wind Plays Havoc in 5-2 Bethune-Cookman Win May 9, 2007
Bethune-Cookman College posted four runs in the first inning and then held on for a 5-2 win over Florida Atlantic University Thursday afternoon in Daytona Beach, FL. The Wildcats picked up four of their seven hit in the frame and used five double plays to hold the Owls to two runs on 12 hits. BCC (29-22) got a leadoff hit in the first but the runner was erased on a ground ball. (Fausports.com)
Baseball to Face Bethune-Cookman Four Times this Week May 9, 2007
This week, the Florida Atlantic University baseball team will face Bethune-Cookman College four times in the final non-conference series of the year. The Owls will travel to Daytona on Tuesday for a 4 p.m. make up game before the Wildcats travel to Boca Raton for a three-game series on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. (Fausports.com)
Seminoles' Anderson And Young To Play In PGA Minority Golf Championship May 4, 2007
The University of Texas Pan-American (defending NCAA Division I men's champion), Fayetteville State University (defending NCAA Division II men's champion), Johnson and Wales (defending NAIA men's champion) and Bethune-Cookman College (defending women's division champion) will all compete as they all look to win consecutive championships. (Seminoles.com)
News from MSU Media Relations--May 3 May 3, 2007
Rogers collegiate experience also includes four years as an assistant coach at Bethune-Cookman College from 1999-2003 where he was in charge of developing game strategies, conditioning and training, recruiting, and arranging travel and lodging accommodations. BCC enjoyed back-to-back winning seasons in his final two years, marking the best two campaigns for the Wildcats in the past decade. (GenesPage.com)
Tight budget targets area May 2, 2007
Bethune-Cookman College funding: $4. 9 Million. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Inside Highland Men's Basketball Apr 29, 2007
Yet there was already enough on the resume of Cesar abby Cruz to impress Bethune-Cookman College. Cruz, a 6-foot-5 swingman, signed with the Daytona Beach, Fla. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Special-ed students make podcasts Apr 27, 2007
In 1904, she started her own school for African-American girls, which ultimately became Bethune-Cookman College. Throughout her life, Bethune founded organiza-tions to serve African-Americans. (Kettle Moraine Index, WI)
Terps to Battle Colonials as Jackson Nears History Apr 18, 2007
Jackson played from 2003-2005 at Bethune-Cookman College, under current Maryland coach , before transferring to Maryland and sitting out the 2006 season. She leads the team in several statistical categories this year, including batting average. (Umterps.com)
Padres: The face of San Diego? Apr 16, 2007
Lapchick cited the case of Bethune-Cookman College in Daytona Beach, Fla ... Bethune-Cookman College bears her name, Lapchick said. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Terps Record Six Home Runs to Slam Hoyas Apr 12, 2007
"I've never seen her hit the ball like she does now. She's so zoned in," said Maryland Coach , who also coached Jackson at Bethune-Cookman College before they both became Terrapins. Jackson wasn't alone in providing the offensive fireworks for the Terps. (Umterps.com)
Women's Tennis Match Indefinitely Suspended Apr 11, 2007
- The Dolphins traveled to Bethune-Cookman College this afternoon, to compete in their final match of the regular season. After taking the doubles point, and with singles play just underway, the match was called due to rain. (Judolphins.com)
Men's Tennis battles back against UCF, 4-3 Apr 8, 2007
The Dolphins return to the court for the last match of the regular season, facing Bethune-Cookman College Thursday April 13, in Daytona Beach, at 2:00 p.m.. Singles. (Judolphins.com)
Fort Wayne Wizards 2007 season preview Apr 5, 2007
Finally, one of the better free agent signings that the Padres had in 2006 was closer R.J. Rodriguez out of Bethune-Cookman College who led Eugene with 14 saves. He went 2-3 with a 1. (San Diego, TheInsiders.com)
Festive few in Daytona Apr 1, 2007
BCR began in the 1980s when students from Florida A&M University and what was then Bethune-Cookman College decided to organize an annual spring party. Solomon Vereen said he was one of FAMU's organizers from the school's student-government association in 1979. (Orlando Sentinel)
LADY HAWKS EARN TOP SEED AT MEAC CHAMPIONSHIPS Mar 21, 2007
Bethune-Cookman College (BCC) earned the second seed with one less win that the Hawks at 30-6. The Lady Wildcats took both matches against the Lady Hawks at the MEAC Round-up earlier this season. (Umeshawks.com)
Crick Second At North South Intercollegiate Mar 16, 2007
Troy Coker of Bethune-Cookman College claimed medalist honors at 141 to edge Crick. Flagler College took team honors with a 577, Bethune-Cookman was second at 579 and the Bulldogs third with a 589. (Gozags.com)
Local roundup: Flagler men win in golf Mar 15, 2007
The Saints shot a 1-over-par 577 to win by two strokes over Bethune-Cookman College in the two-round tournament at Jacksonville Beach Golf Club. Flagler was the only non-NCAA Division I program in the 10-team field. (The St. Augustine Record)
Moore Heritage Festival stresses education Mar 9, 2007
Banquet highlights include presentation of the Moore Freedom Award to the Rev. Dr. W. O. Wells Sr., pastor of the Greater St. Paul Baptist Church of Cocoa, and a speech by Dr. Oswald P. Bronson, former president of Bethune-Cookman College and president of Edward Waters College in Jacksonville. The winners of the high school and community college speech/essay contest, held during the educational seminars, also will be announced at the banquet. (Florida Today)
Mays Selected as 2007 Nike's So You Want To Be A Coach Participant Mar 8, 2007
2007 Class of Nike's So You Want To Be A Coach Kendra Agee, Wright State Ashley Awkward, Mississippi Kristina Baugh, Providence College Cobie Carlisle, Jacksonville State Kezia Conyers, Appalachian State Cheri' Craddock, Washington Lesley Dickinson, James Madison Lani Edmonds, Ashland Chrissy Givens, Middle Tennessee State Valonne Givens, Bethune-Cookman College Megan Griffith, Columbia Erica Hallman, Kansas Cameo Hicks, Washington Jennifer Hoffman, Siena Heights Elizabeth Honegger, Bowling... (Tulsahurricane.com)
Beautiful faces without names Mar 4, 2007
In 1929, the institution merged with the Cookman Institute, a Jacksonville co-ed Methodist school, and became Bethune-Cookman College, with Mary McLeod Bethune as its president until 1942. From 1917 to 1924, she was also president of the Florida Federation of Colored Women's Clubs, the Southeastern Association of Colored Women, the Florida State Teachers Association, the National Association of Colored Women and founder and president of the National Council of Negro Women. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Detectivesmaking progressclearing cold cases Mar 1, 2007
Later, she worked at the library of what was then Bethune-Cookman College, her mother said. After her daughter's murder, Gwendolyn Jackson raised both of her young granddaughters, Valencia and Christina, who don't remember their mother except for the few pictures shown to them. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Bethune-Cookman name changes, traditions remain Feb 25, 2007
DAYTONA BEACH -- As a student at Bethune-Cookman College in the early 1950s, Jack "Cy" McClairen hauled in touchdown passes for the Wildcats football team, snared rebounds in basketball and even threw the discus in track ... This year, B-CC becomes B-CU. Named Bethune-Cookman College since 1926, the school is now a full-fledged university, having offered its first master's program and earned the blessing of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, its accrediting body ... "I've been... (Daytona Beach News Journal)
New Grambling Coach's Staff Complete Feb 23, 2007
He has also worked as a defensive assistant at Johnson C. Smith University, Bethune-Cookman College and, through last season, at Mississippi Valley State as defensive coordinator. Video Search powered by AOL. (Mac-Sports.com)
HAWKS ARE IN A MEAC RACE AT THE HOME OF NASCAR'S BIGGEST RACE Feb 20, 2007
They take on the Wildcats of Bethune-Cookman College tonight when the women tip-off around 5:30 pm and the men follow at 7:30 pm. Can't make it to what is sure to be a an exciting contest in the Sunshinse State. (Umeshawks.com)
APRIL McBRIDE EARNS HER THIRD MEAC ROOKIE OF THE WEEK HONOR Feb 20, 2007
Senior Guard Qiana Chetham also was recognized by the conference as a top performer for her 14 points including 4-of-5 from the behind the arc in 12 minutes of play against Florida AThe Lady Hawks are in action tonight when they face the Lady Wildcats of Bethune-Cookman College at 5:30 pm in Daytona Beach. (Umeshawks.com)
Mail call soldier's Iraq priority Feb 13, 2007
I wanted to go to Bethune-Cookman College, and I have attended one semester, but with me in the military it has been kind of hard for me to get my degree because of the deployment. I'm studying international business. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Tennis Downs Bethune-Cookman Feb 13, 2007
DAYTONA BEACH, FL - Following a long hard-fought match on Saturday in Deland, the Florida Atlantic University men's tennis team played its second-consecutive match in as many days and walked away with a 7-0 victory over Bethune-Cookman College, on Sunday. "I thought we came out a little mentally tired after our grueling Saturday battle at Stetson," said FAU head coach. (Fausports.com)
HAWK BASEBALL OPENS SEASON TODAY AGAINST OLD DOMINION; SEASON PREVIEW Feb 10, 2007
UMES, was seeded fourth in last season's MEAC Tournament but came home second, falling to perennial power Bethune-Cookman College in the championship game. Their 17 wins were the most by a Hawk team since the 1995 season and things are on the right track to keep the Hawks at or near the top of the MEAC for some time to come. (Umeshawks.com)
'Naughts' Banner Year Lives On With Signings Feb 8, 2007
Winter Haven teammates and captains K.C. Giger, 17, and Brandon Roberts, 18, signed letters-of-intent and will receive full athletic scholarships from Bethune-Cookman College. Giger (6-5, 290) is expected to play center with the Wildcats. (The Ledger)
L.B. Brown Festival Will Entertain, Honor, Educate Feb 7, 2007
On Friday, Ersula Knox Odom, a writer and performer, will portray Mary McLeod Bethune, a founder of Bethune-Cookman College, one of the two prominent, historically black institutions of learning in Florida. Saturday morning's program includes a reading of Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation and a panel discussion about the statement that officially ended slavery in the United States. (The Ledger)
Civil rights martyr's lost papers found Feb 6, 2007
Moore and wife Harriette Moore, both Bethune-Cookman College graduates, died after a bombing at their Mims house on Christmas Day in 1951, their 25th wedding anniversary ... A retired federal civil service worker who now lives in Maryland, Moore began spending summers at Bethune-Cookman College as a young girl while her parents attended classes on the Daytona Beach campus. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
MySpace becomes their window to you Feb 4, 2007
But for sports stars, what started out as a simple place to keep up with friends has turned into what Bethune-Cookman College Director of Athletics Lynn Thompson called "just one more phase of the process we have to go through.". KEEPING IN TOUCH AND KEEPING TABS. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Late teacher's center gives hope to poor youth Feb 4, 2007
After graduating from Bethune High School, Bryon tried to enroll at Bethune-Cookman College, but there was a problem -- she had no money. When school founder Mary McLeod Bethune asked her how she intended to pay for school, Bryon responded, "I thought you would let me go on credit.". (Daytona Beach News Journal)
State college association seeks money Feb 1, 2007
Barry University, Beacon College, Bethune-Cookman College, Clearwater Christian College, Eckerd College, Edward Waters College, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Flagler College, Florida College, Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences, Florida Institute of Technology, Florida Memorial University, Florida Southern College, International College, Jacksonville University, Lynn University, Nova Southeastern University, Palm Beach Atlantic University, Ringling School of Art and Design,... (The St. Augustine Record)
Students can get financial aid help Jan 30, 2007
His participation last year netted offers of financial assistance to attend Bethune-Cookman College in Daytona Beach and Florida International University, Baker said. Article Comments. (Pensacola News Journal)
HUDSON'S BUZZER BEATER LIFTS BCC OVER UMES, 59-57 Jan 23, 2007
00, Jimmy Hudson hit a 3-pointer to lift the Bethune-Cookman College (BCC) Wildcats to a 59-57 win over the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) Monday night at the Hytche Center. The Hawks seemed to dominate the game from start to finish, leading by as many as 12 points and holding an 11 point advantage to the 6:47 mark of the second frame. (Umeshawks.com)
UMES CAGERS TAKE ON WILDCATS OF BCC IN MEAC DOUBLEHEADER TONIGHT Jan 23, 2007
- The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) Men's 's Basketball Teams are still home, taking on Bethune-Cookman College in a double header today, January 22. The women tip at 5:30 pm and the men follow around 7:30 pm. (Umeshawks.com)
LATE RUN NOT ENOUGH AS LADY HAWKS FALL TO RATTLERS 70-58 Jan 21, 2007
UMES has to time to dwell on the loss as they fight to maintain conference positioning when they host Bethune-Cookman College on Monday January 22 at 5:30 pm. (Umeshawks.com)
NASCAR, Kelly Clarkson announce Jan 20, 2007
For the past three years, the Nextel Tribute to America featured a who's who list of entertainers including the rock band Bon Jovi, country music superstar Clint Black, Beach Boys legend Brian Wilson, Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter John Ondrasik and his band Five For Fighting, singer/actress Vanessa Williams, singer Lee Greenwood, singer LeAnn Rimes and the Bethune-Cookman College Marching Wildcats. Tickets for the Daytona 500 as well as other Speedweeks 2007 events are available online at... (Motorsport.com)
UMES WOMEN'S BOWLING STRUGGLES WITH THE SUNSHINE STATE SCHOOLS AT MEAC ROUND-UP Jan 19, 2007
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) rolled through the competition with the exception of school from Florida where they posted a 1-3 record, splitting with Florida A MU) and dropping two decisions to Bethune-Cookman College (BCC). UMES opened the event on January 12 with three wins in head-to head competition, knocking off North Carolina A AT) (927-893), Norfolk State (877-774), and South Carolina State (943-762). (Umeshawks.com)
Pick your pleasure at the Zora Festival Jan 19, 2007
4-6 p.m. Musicale featuring Bethune-Cookman College Concert Chorale, directed by Rebecca Steele. The Life Center Church, 63 E. Kennedy Blvd., Eatonville. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
Don't forget, Sharpton urges Daytona crowd Jan 15, 2007
A religious service featuring the Bethune-Cookman College Concert Chorale is scheduled at 11 a.m. at the chapel, 580 George W. Engram Blvd. in Daytona. Sharpton's high-decibel message wasn't lost on 17-year-old Tai Lynn Presley, an Atlantic High School student who was awarded a $1,0000 college scholarship Saturday night. (Orlando Sentinel)
M80-firecracker thrown onto Bethune Cookman lawn Jan 13, 2007
DAYTONA BEACH -- Police have beefed up security at Bethune-Cookman College this weekend after someone flung a large firecracker onto school grounds. No one was injured during the 10:30 a.m. incident Friday, which set off a loud bang and sent up smoke and flames on the grassy lawn outside the campus administration building. (Orlando Sentinel)
