Layaway regains lost appeal Nov 14, 2009
Lewis used the layaway program to buy necessary items for her dorm room before she started school at Tuskegee University in Alabama. Hyosub Shin, hshin@ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Fulton man recalls WW II experiences Nov 12, 2009
McBride said Marines began taking blacks in 1942 and the Air Force did not have any blacks until the all-black 99th Air Force Squadron was formed in 1940 at Tuskegee University in Alabama. "Segregation, discrimination and intimidation against black servicemen was rampant in the armed forces during World War II," McBride said. (Fulton Sun, MO)
14th Annual BTW Economic Summit Nov 12, 2009
TUSKEGEE, AL - The Tuskegee University Cooperative Extension Program is preparing for the 14th Annual Booker T. Washington Economic Summit, Creating a Culture of Entrepreneurs. The summit will be held November 18th 20th 2009 at the Tuskegee University Kellogg Conference Center. (WSJA.com, AL)
ADDING MULTIMEDIA Honda Battle of the Bands Announces Showcase Line-Up for 2010 Nov 10, 2009
Tuskegee University Marching Crimson Pipers (Tuskegee, Alabama) ... This years showcase will feature seven-time Invitational Showcase veteran Tuskegee University, as well as first-time showcase participant Southern University. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
2nd Tuskegee officer indicted in child rape case Nov 4, 2009
TUSKEGEE, AL (WSFA) - A second Tuskegee University police officer has been indicted in connection with the mid-October rape case of a 15-year-old girl ... His position as a Lt. on the Tuskegee University Police force was immediately suspended. (WSJA.com, AL)
Tuskegee Univ. mourns loss of former dean Oct 30, 2009
TUSKEGEE, AL. - Tuskegee University confirms the recent death of an admired and respected retired professor ... "Dr. Walter Bowie was one of the most effective deans at Tuskegee University during his tenure. We will all miss him greatly," said Tuskegee University President, Dr. Benjamin F. Payton ... In March 1947, Dr. Bowie joined the faculty at Tuskegee University, then Tuskegee Institute. (WSJA.com, AL)
Rev. Jesse Jackson in Macon Co. Oct 26, 2009
TUSKEGEE, AL (WSFA) - Tuskegee University hosted a forum with the Rev. Jesse Jackson today ... Rev. Jackson's organization just announced that it will award twelve Tuskegee University students a scholarship, valued at $1,000 dollars each, as a part of it's "Push for Excellence" campaign. (WSJA.com, AL)
John Ertha, an educator and a rights activist; 82 Oct 23, 2009
His father was a potato farmer who lost work during the Great Depression, and his mother had taught at Tuskegee University. His mother and his aunt instilled in all the children a love of poetry and literature, said Dr. Darlene Handy Ertha of Ipswich, Mr. Ertha s former wife. (Boston Globe)
Child rape charges against Tuskegee U. officer Oct 22, 2009
TUSKEGEE, AL (WSFA) - A Tuskegee University police officer is on suspension after charges of raping a young girl were filed against him. Tuskegee University President Dr. Benjamin F. Payton confirmed the suspension, effective immediately, against university police officer Lt. John R. Moon. (WSJA.com, AL)
Who has the best band among HBCU schools? Oct 2, 2009
Tuskegee University Marching Crimson Piper Band. Virginia State University Trojan Explosion Marching Band. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Margaret Clifford, granddaughter of Booker T. Washington Sep 11, 2009
And they were the cornerstone of numerous presentations Mrs. Clifford made to local schools and organizations about the founder of Tuskegee University. Her message, said a daughter, Robin Banks of Atlanta, complemented her grandfather s will your way to greatness. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Tuskegee Univ. ranked No. 1 Aug 22, 2009
TUSKEGEE, AL (WSFA) - Tuskegee University students have some news of which they can be proud ... "Our administration, faculty and staff work diligently to get things done right, and in the spirit of excellence and service," said Dr. Benjamin F. Payton, Tuskegee University President ... Tuskegee University is a comprehensive institution, offering bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees in 56 majors. (WSJA.com, AL)
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)
New report on who goes to college and where in Georgia Aug 21, 2009
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. Spelman College, Clark Atlanta University, and Morehouse University drew similar numbers to their out-of-state counterparts. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Give: Support Read around the world Jul 28, 2009
We would like to take the boys to the Tuskegee Airmen Museum, George Washington Carver Museum, Booker T. Washington Museum, a Tour of Tuskegee University Campus and a College Football Game. newline% %newline%Your tax-deductible contribution of $100, $250, or $500 will not only assist in assuring the above experiences, it will also allow us to provide assistance for those boys with economic need; alternative fundraising efforts will be pursued so that each of the boys take personal interest in... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
LIVING UP TO EXPECTATIONS: Tuskegee president talks of education, freedom and Lincoln's legacy Jul 5, 2009
He has announced his retirement as June 30, 2010, after 28 years at the helm of Alabama's Tuskegee University. Payton holds advanced degrees from a trio of Ivy League universities. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Soldier killed on duty in Afghanistan Jun 16, 2009
Tuesday June 16, 2009. Roberto Hernandez of Rockaway was killed in Afghanistan on June 2. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
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Queens Chronicle - Soldier killed on duty in Afghanistan. Tuesday June 16, 2009. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Lionel Richie: Icon Courting Young Fans Jun 16, 2009
" But die-hard Richie fans, dont despair: You'll get a chance to hear a Richie original composition on the new album. Richie says he wanted to include the song, called "Eternity," because it addresses the new era, particularly with Barack Obama as president. And 2009 is a different time from when Richie began singing. He started his career in the 1970s as a college freshman at Tuskegee University, joining a group that came to be known as The Commodores. Richie told Rodriguez the hits he made... (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Tigers Cooper looks forward to more playing time this year Jun 5, 2009
W.S. Neal has former players Nykeem Barton and Jonathan Alexander at Tuskegee University, Cory Freeman and Justin Howard at Jacksonville State, and James Freeman at Faulkner in Montgomery. Along with playing football, Cooper made the freshman SEC Honor Roll his first year, and then made SEC Honor Roll again this year. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Early African American Leaders May 27, 2009
Washington had already built and become the president of Tuskegee University. DuBois published Soul of a Black Man in 1903. (Suite101.com)
Conservatism Has Much to Offer Black Americans Apr 13, 2009
He is known best for founding Tuskegee University, in Tuskegee, Alabama, and for his lifelong advocacy of quality education, especially industrial education, for blacks of all ages. Washington's philosophy had three important themes: education, self-reliance, and entrepreneurship. (Human Events Online)
35th Annual Black College All-American Weekend a Star-Studded Success Apr 1, 2009
NFL Hall of Famer, Mel Blount, presented the Defensive Player of the Year award, named in his honor, to Jackson State University linebacker Marcellus Speaks; and Super Bowl XXII MVP, Doug Williams, presented the Offensive Player of the Year award, named in his honor, to Tuskegee University quarterback Jacary Atkinson, who is a two-time BCAA award winner. Prairie View A & M University head coach Henry Frazier, III received the SBN Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year award; and The Grambling State... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
S.C. State's president sharing good news about the university Mar 27, 2009
and was a dean at Tuskegee University for eight years, where he supervised research and outreach for economics, construction, business and health programs. Cooper has a bachelor s degree in animal husbandry from Florida A&M University and a master s degree in animal science from Tuskegee University. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
S.C. State leader's wife sets her sights on student service Mar 26, 2009
coordinator of counseling for the ROTC Skills Center at Alabama A&M University; supervisor of counseling and orientation at the Tuskegee University Job Corps Center and home economics teacher in the Champaign County Public School System in Champaign, Ill ... She received her master s degree in education from Tuskegee University. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Cooper's inauguration as 10th president of SCSU set March 27 Mar 14, 2009
Cooper has a bachelor s degree in animal husbandry from Florida A&M University and a master s degree in animal science from Tuskegee University ... and was also a dean at Tuskegee University for eight years, where he supervised research and outreach for economics, construction, business and health programs. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Re: Ghana to Undertake Field Trial on GM Crops Mar 12, 2009
edu (Formerly of Tuskegee University Biotechnology Lab in Alabama). Source:Bey, Benjamin S.. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Claflin advances in SIAC Tournament Mar 6, 2009
The Claflin women were eliminated from the SIAC Tournament in the quarter-final round by the Tigerettes of Tuskegee University, 58-54. With the Pantherettes enjoying a four-point advantage at the break 26-22, Claflin came out in the second half and built its largest lead of the contest 15 points (45-30) with 11:45 left. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Claflin back in SIAC title hunt Feb 12, 2009
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. Miles College, which handed the Panthers their first SIAC loss this season, handed the Tigers (ranked first in the NCAA Division II South Regional and 12th in the NABC Division II polls) its second conference loss in an 83-81 home victory. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
PB WOMAN MADE OBAMA INAUGURATION A FAMILY AFFAIR Feb 10, 2009
I really, really appreciated it, said Cozetta McMillian, her 19-year old granddaughter who is a student at Tuskegee University. I was sick, coming down with a cold, but when we got to Washington, I was just so happy to be there. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Texas Tech Adds Nine Players on Signing Day Feb 8, 2009
has a brother, Dylan, who attends Tuskegee University in Alabama. her aunt, Melanie Farley, played basketball at Oklahoma City University and was inducted in participated in Special Olympics, Boys Club and Mission Arlington in high school. (Texastech.com)
