Some hope Obama turns Miss. 'blue' Jun 4, 2008
But James Stewart, a political science professor at Tougaloo College, said many white voters supported Obama in March. "This is going to be ... in Mississippi, a really interesting election," he said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
VSA exhibit makes a statement: No limits on creativity Jun 2, 2008
The exhibition, opening Tuesday, showcases art works by VSA arts of Mississippi Community Art participants and four Tougaloo College graduating seniors ... What: VSA arts of Mississippi Community Art Group and Tougaloo College Senior Show. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Former Jackson mayor donates papers to JSU May 29, 2008
Bennie Thompson and George Owens, a past president at Tougaloo College. Students and the general public will have access to the documents, which include the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 and the demographics of African-Americans in the Mississippi Delta, among other things. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Saying farewell to high school May 29, 2008
Poullard was an honors graduate and a top 10 student who plans to major in pre-med biology at Tougaloo College. This school year she was chosen to attend the International Science and Engineering Fair in Atlanta, where she unveiled her project: a search for proteins that can be used as vaccines against a certain type of pneumonia. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Plenty of pomp and circumstance May 28, 2008
I'm her only child and she's proud of me," McKee said. McNeil will be in nursing school at the University of Southern Mississippi. Neither sees herself sticking around Mississippi after college graduation, though. Alphonso Smith sees himself running for Mr. Freshman at Jackson State University and majoring in English. And even though he grew up in Jackson, he's still living at JSU to get a taste of dorm life. "It'll be a different experience because I'm almost always at home with someone," Smith... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Students aim higher May 26, 2008
The triplets, who said they argue but quickly make up, will split up for the first time when Stefanie and Tiffanie go to Tougaloo College and Melanie goes to Jackson State University. "We'll find our way," Stefanie Stevenson said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
A happy ending: University Press of Mississippi director to retire after 29 years May 21, 2008
that book brought attention to the Press that no book had before and few have since then," she says. Srinivasan grew up in Bangalore, India - the country's fourth-largest city. Her father, Anthakrishnan, was an astrophysicist. Her mother, Shakunpala, was a homemaker whose interest in the arts rubbed off on Srinivasan, the second of three children. Both her parents spoke fluent English. So it wasn't as far-fetched as it might seem that Srinivasan earned a master's degree in English literature... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Melton's competition for mayor? May 18, 2008
The large number of possible future mayoral candidates may reflect Melton's vulnerability, said Steve Rozman, a political science professor at Tougaloo College. "I believe he'll have a difficult time getting re-elected.". (The Clarion-Ledger)
Municipal Art Gallery exhibits May 12, 2008
June and July: VSA arts of Mississippi and Tougaloo College senior exhibition (June only). August: Samuel McCain. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Mason, Wilcher plan futures at senior colleges May 8, 2008
On Tuesday, Mason signed with William Carey University and Wilcher signed with Tougaloo College. Mason and Wilcher were instrumental in helping the Co-Lin Lady Wolves to appearances in the MACJC State Tournament and the NJCAA Region 23 Tournament. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
NAACP plans annual meeting Apr 20, 2008
He earned his Jurist Doctorate Degree from South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas and Bachelor of Arts Degree from Tougaloo College in Jackson, Miss. In February, Johnson was. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Day 4 of storm cleanup: Damage estimates rise Apr 9, 2008
After the storm, yards in their north Jackson neighborhood near Tougaloo College were covered with dozens of toppled trees. "We have to just hope for the best," Boyd said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Tougaloo students return to campus Apr 9, 2008
Bottled water will be provided to the 850 or so Tougaloo College students who are streaming back onto campus this morning after classes were canceled Monday in the wake of Fridays Jackson-area storm. Everything is just about back to normal, said Fred Alexander, dean of students. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Storm victims work to pick up pieces Apr 8, 2008
At Tougaloo College on County Line Road, where Fridays storm knocked out power and water and damaged a few buildings, classes were expected to resume Tuesday. Although power had been restored by 9 p.m. Sunday, Tougaloo officials canceled Monday classes to get a chance to assess damage, said Kelle Menogan, vice president of faculty and real property management, as he roamed the campus on Monday documenting the damage with his camera. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Tougaloo College: Damage comparable to Katrina Apr 8, 2008
Tougaloo College: Damage comparable to Katrina ... Tougaloo College expects to reopen Tuesday. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Storm damage assessment continues Apr 8, 2008
The outages forced Tougaloo College and Jackson Public Schools to shut down for the day. Hinds County is offering free tarps to people with storm damage. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Damage mounts as cleanup continues Apr 8, 2008
Tougaloo College is closed today. The college was still without power Sunday. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Civil Rights Museum Tougaloo site illogical Mar 23, 2008
The museum will be on land leased from Tougaloo College for $50,000 per year, the proceeds to be used for scholarships to Tougaloo students working at the museum. At the end of the 99-year lease, the museum facility will belong to Tougaloo College ... Thus, the community (through contributions and taxes) will be asked to enhance the initial facility with venues that are already available to sites located in Jackson's central business district and which improvements will become the property of... (The Clarion-Ledger)
National Civil Rights Museum gets home, but not all are happy Mar 21, 2008
The $73 million National Civil Rights Museum will be located on a 9-acre site at Tougaloo College in north Jackson, but not everyone is happy about it. A commission set up by Gov. Haley Barbour voted 22-9 in favor of the location on March 11. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Divisiveness cannot be allowed to damage museum Mar 17, 2008
There were worthy arguments both in favor of Tougaloo College and downtown Jackson as the site of the civil rights museum, and your position in favor of the downtown locale was understandable. However, your editorial in opposition to the commission's vote in favor of the Tougaloo College site was irresponsible in that it stirs the fires for a backlash against the decision and may have the effect of discouraging some people from providing the funding needed to build the civil rights museum ...... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Governor Bloomberg? Mar 16, 2008
After speaking at Tougaloo College on Monday night, Obama went to the "Y" at 6:30 a.m. for a workout. He greeted nobody and did not respond when people there called out to him. (Human Events Online)
SPITZ-QUIT BOOSTS B'BERG Mar 15, 2008
SPITZ-QUIT BOOSTS B'BERG - New York Post. had hardly re signed as governor of New York when Re publican strategists began calculating a re turn to power in Albany via New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Civil rights museum: Downtown best location Mar 15, 2008
The future site of the National Civil Rights Museum in Mississippi has been a controversial decision since Tennessee-based consultants recommended the museum be located near Tougaloo College off of County Line Road instead of downtown Jackson ... Tougaloo College's role in the civil rights movement isn't challenged by anyone - nor should it be ... The best interests of the economic viability of the new state civil rights museum will be served by a central location in downtown Jackson, not on the... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Mississippi relishes chance to play part in nomination Mar 10, 2008
"I think it's going to be very difficult for the Democrats to win (Mississippi) this year," says Stephen Rozman, professor of political science at Tougaloo College in Tougaloo. "If the economy gets a lot worse, who knows, maybe the white working class would vote its economic interests instead of its social interests.". (USA Today)
Tougaloo president: Museum no conflict Mar 8, 2008
Tougaloo College President Beverly Hogan is lobbying to have a National Civil Rights Museum of Mississippi located near the campus ... Hogan said in an e-mail statement Friday: "There is no denial that I am an advocate for Tougaloo College. After all, I am the president of the college. Every person/entity that had an interest in the location of the museum being in their area was invited to submit a proposal, many of whom also serve on the commission." ... "As a commission member, I have the same... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Jackson council pushes for downtown museum location Mar 7, 2008
The museum's location came under controversy a few weeks ago after hired museum consultants from Tennessee recommended the museum be located near Tougaloo College, off of County Line Road in north Jackson ... Several people spoke in favor of the council's agenda and one person spoke out in support of the site near Tougaloo College. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Dems look to woo Mississippi voters before primary Mar 5, 2008
More than half of Democratic voters in Mississippi are African-American, said Steve Rozman, a political science professor at Tougaloo College. At first, African-American voters seemed to back Clinton, Rozman said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Museum, sites can help tell Miss. 'story' Mar 2, 2008
The selection of Tougaloo College is an understandable choice, as that campus is rich with academic and civil rights history. However, from a business and tourism perspective, Agnew is right to suggest downtown Jackson as an appropriate location because of the infrastructure to accommodate tourists and its vitality as a tourism destination. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Fugitive sought in La. killing caught in Jackson Feb 24, 2008
Shearon was tracked to Jackson, where marshals, Hinds County sheriff's deputies and Mississippi Bureau of Investigation agents found him in the 6200 block of Brown Street near Tougaloo College. "After a daylong investigation, officers observed Shearon traveling on North State Street in a vehicle belonging to another individual," the statement said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Fairness is a standard this paper will uphold Feb 24, 2008
That same day, on a visit to the Capitol, I was questioned by several lawmakers and interested parties over my column last week on why Tougaloo College wasn't a good choice for a civil right museum. If it had any chance of succeeding, I said it should be downtown because of location and synergy with other attractions. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Democrats hold precinct meetings Sat. Feb 23, 2008
The Third Congressional District convention will be held on Saturday, April 26, at the Health and Wellness Center on the campus of Tougaloo College in Jackson. At that Democratic gathering, members of the state party executive committee and delegates to the Democratic National Convention in Denver, which will be held on Aug. 25-28, will be chosen. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Weekend fun:Ebony Fashion Fair show Feb 23, 2008
Hot tickets: Tickets for the Jackson show are on sale at Medical Mall and Westland Plaza Trustmark branches and the bookstores at Tougaloo College and Jackson State University. Tupelo show tickets are on sale at McKinneys Unique Fashions and Hair Fashions, Delores Beauty Nook, Tendercare and Kender Care in Tupelo. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Jordan presses on for Delta site Feb 17, 2008
He pushed to have his hometown considered for the site and is not pleased with a Tennessee-based consulting firm's recommendation to build the museum on a nine-acre site near Tougaloo College close to Jackson. I understand that this is just the committee that the governor appointed making this recommendation, Jordan said. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Khayat makes good point Feb 17, 2008
We implore the governor and the legislature to set aside a recommendation to place the new museum near the campus of Tougaloo College in the Jackson area. The Delta is where the state's civil rights movement started, and the Delta is where a museum depicting that struggle should be located. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Civil rights museum belongs in capital city Feb 17, 2008
Tougaloo College has an excellent record of educating students and exposing them to the best educational opportunities. It also has a place in history as a refuge for Freedom Riders in the 1960s. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Museum: Downtown Jackson appropriate Feb 16, 2008
With all deference to the rich history of Tougaloo College in the state's civil rights history, it's not the most appropriate location for a new state civil rights museum. A nine-acre tract on the college's property off County Line Road, west of I-55 and south of I-220, is being recommended as the site for a new museum. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Jackson lawmakers stiff-arm Delta Feb 15, 2008
JACKSON At least one Delta lawmaker is on board with a plan to locate the state's civil rights museum on a nine-acre tract on the campus of Tougaloo College ... A Tennessee-based consulting firm named Tougaloo College as the best site, but a commission appointed by Gov. Haley Barbour must approve it before the project moves forward ... Bailey said he's a graduate of Tougaloo College and believes the state's museum should be near the state Capitol. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Museum decision another shot to Delta economy Feb 15, 2008
A consultant's recommendation for a nine-acre tract on the campus of Tougaloo College to be the site for a civil rights museum proves that Mississippi leaders have no respect for the people of the Mississippi Delta and the struggles that led to the civil rights movement or the economic struggle it continues to go through. The museum will feature artifacts and highlight areas of the state that are important to the civil rights movement. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
JSU plans AIDS awareness programs Feb 12, 2008
Scheduled panelists include David Beckley, Rust College; Roy C. Hudson, Mississippi Valley State University; Beverly Wade-Hogan, Tougaloo College; George Ross, Alcorn State University, and Rachel Gumbi, rector and vice chancellor, University of Zululand, South Africa. In your voice. (The Clarion-Ledger)
JPS to hold college financial aid fair Jan 27, 2008
Representatives from universities and colleges will be present, including Alcorn State University, Jackson State University, Mississippi State University, Mississippi Valley State University, University of Mississippi, the University of Southern Mississippi, Belhaven College, Millsaps College, Tougaloo College, Hinds Community College and Antonelli College. ESF representatives will discuss financial aid and scholarships. (The Clarion-Ledger)
King’s Dream Remembered Jan 24, 2008
"The tribute also included remarks from student body representatives of Alcorn State University, Tougaloo College and Jackson State University.Eddie Davenport of Alcorn State University said that though Dr. King died in the struggle for civil rights, his dream continues today."Sometimes we as future leaders lose sight of our struggles," Davenport. "He believed we were worth fighting for. He was determined to show the world we could live together in peace, love and harmony. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Complete schedule of MLK events Jan 21, 2008
8 a.m.: Tougaloo College and Millsaps College combine for a prayer breakfast at Tougaloo's Kroger Gymnasium; 7 p.m. commemorative celebration and candlelight vigil at Tougaloo's Woodworth Chapel. 9:30 a.m.: Mentor breakfast, Student Union Ballroom at the University of Mississippi featuring Donald Cole, provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Top committee posts all go to Dems Jan 19, 2008
But "The Democrats are playing the same game the Republicans played," said Steve Rozman, a political science professor at Tougaloo College, referring to a partisanship that has increased since GOP Gov. Haley Barbour took office in 2004. The divisiveness could prolong bickering and cause legislation to stall, Rozman added. (The Clarion-Ledger)
County Honors MLK, Sanitation Workers Jan 17, 2008
Special guests to offer tributes in honor of Dr. King will be Student Government Presidents from Alcorn State University, Jackson State University, Mississippi Valley State University and Tougaloo College. Other invited guests will be representatives of Alpha Phi Alpha and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternities. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Shakeups expected for committee heads Jan 7, 2008
"Bryant will have to give some committee control to Democrats," said Steve Rozman, a political science professor at Tougaloo College. "I don't know if he can get away with having all Republican committees.". (The Clarion-Ledger)
Colleagues, family remember the state's first woman lt. gov. Dec 29, 2007
Beverly Hogan, president of Tougaloo College, a historically black institution that was the scene of civil rights demonstrations during the 1960s, said she became friends with Gandy several years ago. At the time, Hogan was the executive director of the Department of Mental Health and would often attend meetings with Gandy, who was ending her tenure as lieutenant governor. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Rides available for drinkers Dec 29, 2007
Last March, a drunk driver plowed into his 19-year-old son's vehicle, killing him and his girlfriend, Tougaloo College student Rosalyn Coleman, 18. "This holiday season, Thanksgiving and Christmas, was very difficult for us," Patrick said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Evangelical support: Thompson accepts endorsement Dec 15, 2007
Nationally, his efforts to attract the Christian right may have been eclipsed by former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, an ordained Baptist minister who has recently moved up as a Republican front-runner, said Steve Rozman, a political science professor at Tougaloo College. Asked whether he felt threatened by Huckabee's growing support from Christian conservatives, Thompson said: "With all humility, I don't feel threatened by anything.". (The Clarion-Ledger)
Couric Challenges Romney to Denounce Giuliani's 'Character' Dec 12, 2007
" # May 18th, 2003, at Tougaloo College in Jackson, Mississippi, during commencement address: "I supported the president when he asked the Congress for authority to stand up against weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. " Limbaugh observed: "My question is, Harry Smith, what the hell are you doing. (MediaResearch.org)
Cops Find Mississippi Coed's Body, Arrest Ex-Beau Nov 30, 2007
Brown Street is a sparsely populated road about a mile west of Intestate 55 near Tougaloo College, a historically black private school in this capital city. It was not clear how long the body had been there. (Fox News)
State dignitaries turn out for UNCF Banquet Nov 30, 2007
Tougaloo College and Rust College are the states only HBCs. Event chairman the Rev. Clarence E. Smith said money raised at the banquet will go toward funding HBCs across the nation. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Police find missing JSU student's body, charge ex-boyfriend with murder Nov 30, 2007
Brown Street is a sparsely populated road near Tougaloo College, a historically black private school, about a mile west of Intestate 55. It was not clear how long the body had been there. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Bill Clinton stumbles on stump for wife Nov 29, 2007
In May 2003 at Tougaloo College in Jackson, Miss. he said that "I supported the president when he asked the Congress for authority to stand up against weapons of mass destruction in Iraq.". (USA Today)
Speculation on potential successors abounds Nov 27, 2007
"If I were a more cynical person, I'd say this was a done deal long before this announcement," said Steve Rozman, a political science professor at Tougaloo College. "If Barbour appoints Pickering, he'd have incumbency on his side when he ran for the seat.". (The Clarion-Ledger)
More black men must go to college Nov 19, 2007
Already, I've given $2,500 scholarships to young black men at Tougaloo College, Cheney University of Pennsylvania and Tennessee State University. Before the end of the year, young men at Edward Waters College and Savannah State University will be recognized. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Local events Nov 17, 2007
Speakers include Felicia Dickham of the Owens Health and Wellness Center at Tougaloo College and the Haynes brothers of New Orleans, who helped rescue people of New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina. The event is free. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Read more... Nov 9, 2007
Students participating in the survey were from the following campuses: Bowdoin College, Kansas State University, Princeton University, Providence College, Tougaloo College in Jackson, Miss. University of California, Berkeley, University of Dayton, University of Maryland, University of Massachusetts, Boston, University of Minnesota -- Twin Cities, University of New Mexico and Wake Forest University. (PNN Online)
Auditor wins lt. gov.'s post Nov 7, 2007
In the South, painting the Democrats as liberal northerners and Republicans as political fat cats are the old stand-bys, said Steve Rozman, professor of political science at Tougaloo College. It's been a nasty couple of weeks - especially in the lieutenant governor's race - but all the messages are calculated to get votes, he added. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Eaves likens race to David versus Goliath Nov 4, 2007
"He's running as a Democrat, but most of his issues are extreme right-wing," said James Stewart, a political science professor at Tougaloo College. "I'm not sure what demographic they're going after.". (The Clarion-Ledger)
Community briefs Nov 1, 2007
He also taught at Tougaloo College in Mississippi. His book, Sundown Towns: A Hidden Dimension of American Racism, was named a Distinguished Book by the Gustavus Myers Foundation. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Masquerading for money: Tougaloo, Rust get ball rolling with scholarship event Nov 1, 2007
Rewarded for her academic devotion, Dawson was the recipient of several scholarships that are fully funding her four years at Tougaloo College, a value worth approximately $14,700 annually ... The annual event supports Rust and Tougaloo colleges, the state's only UNCF member schools out of the nation's 39. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Civil rights activist, one-time school board member was quiet but passionate about issues Oct 20, 2007
Her father, George Rice, was a long-time professor at Mississippi's historically black Tougaloo College, where he and his white family lived on campus. She graduated from Iowa Wesleyan College and married Stanley Kennedy in 1950. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Tommy Johnson: Shining light on legend Oct 18, 2007
What: Tommy Johnson Foundation reception; speaker, William Woods, a blues history instructor at Tougaloo College. When: 6:30 p.m. Friday. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Curious college collections: Famous manuscripts, artwork, music boost the profile of state's campuses Oct 16, 2007
Works by well-known African-American artists Romare Bearden, known as the father of the photo montage, and Jacob Lawrence, who created abstract paintings depicting African-American life, are part of the collection at Tougaloo College ... "Sink says the value of the Grisham collection is unknown because it hasn't been appraised.Jackson State University is home to the Margaret Walker Alexander National Research Center. Many materials document the life and works of Alexander, a Birmingham native... (The Clarion-Ledger)
UNCF Applauds US News & World Report HBCU Rankings Oct 1, 2007
UNCF member Tougaloo College (20th) located outside Jackson, Miss. sustained wind damage from the hurricane. (PR Newswire)
