10 seek office in Norway Oct 30, 2009
A native of Denmark and a resident of Norway for 37 years, the retired teacher has a bachelor's degree in science from Voorhees College and a master's degree in education from South Carolina State University. Tommy Burbage. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Williams believes he can unite school board Oct 11, 2009
BACKGROUND: Property manager; adjunct instructor at Voorhees College; associate minister at Mount Calvary Baptist Church. LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE: PTA president; chairman, Georgia Youth Advocate Program; board member, National Youth Advocate Program; secretary, Baptist Ministers Conference of Augusta; founding board member, Neighborhood Improvement Project; board member, Antioch Ministries and Neighborhood Improvement Inc.. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Administrative assistant to Claflin president recognized as 'trustworthy' Sep 30, 2009
I worked for three college presidents at Claflin and three college presidents at Voorhees College in Denmark. I always say after these six college presidents that I m still of sound mind, she said, laughing. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Voorhees College unveils new branding campaign Sep 26, 2009
That's Voorhees College's new mantra, President Cleveland L. Sellers Jr. announced in unveiling the college's new branding campaign on Sept. 16 ... "It came to our attention to find out who we are and how we're going to find out how we're going to go about making Voorhees College a career liberal arts Institution.". (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Homecoming fund-raiser Saturday in Middle Place Sep 24, 2009
Elizabeth Evelyn Wright, founder of Voorhees College in Denmark, taught for a while at Middle Place, she said. Nimmons and her husband, William, said that in the late 1950s, when schools for blacks were built in towns, rural schools like Middle Place simply shut down. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
One Stop Workforce program helps students land summer jobs Sep 12, 2009
The program was sponsored by the Lower Savannah Council of Governments, Voorhees College and Denmark Technical College. In all, the program paired students with jobs in six local counties. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
T&D Sports: Quick Hits Sep 10, 2009
The Claflin University volleyball team opens its season at the Jonas T. Kennedy Center tonight at 6 p.m. with a match against the Lady Tigers of Voorhees College. Coach Vernell Keitt-Capers is looking forward to this season as the Pantherettes try to improve on last years 18-14 campaign. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Voorhees to develop branding campaign Aug 30, 2009
DENMARK, S.C. Voorhees College selected ADCO, a Columbia-based strategy, design and interactive agency, to develop a brand campaign and communications plan as the college moves to expand. The 112-year old historically black college is developing a long-term plan to enhance and grow its facilities, introduce new majors, and double enrollment. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Shaw hurts its cause Aug 25, 2009
His former employer, Voorhees College in Denmark, S.C., was on the hook for a $500,000 judgment against him when a woman sued him for punishing her for rejecting his sexual advances. The figure was subsequently capped at a lower amount, but the damage was done. (News & Observer)
Tour de LeBron wraps up Cav's hometown visit Aug 23, 2009
However, he became the first in his family to graduate high school and will attend Voorhees College in the fall. Snow, who was overwhelmed by the weekend's activities, was also given a scholarship as part of the TeenNick HALO Awards, a show produced by Cannon which will premiere in December. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Fired, sued, hired by Shaw Aug 19, 2009
The vice president, Lee Monroe, a Shaw alumnus, was hired this summer after his 2007 departure as president of Voorhees College in Denmark, S.C., where a jury awarded $500,000 to a professor who accused him of punishing her for rejecting repeated sexual advances. A university spokeswoman said Tuesday that Shaw officials knew about the lawsuit when they hired Monroe. (News & Observer)
More than 500 free bags of school supplies given away at event Aug 18, 2009
The event, held at Denmark-Olar High School on Aug. 8, was sponsored by Bamberg County Community Pride and Voorhees College and included educational seminars on health, safety and African-American history. I thought it was well organized and very, very beneficial to the community well worth what it was designed to do, he said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Officials see annexation as benefiting city, college Aug 11, 2009
DENMARK, S.C. Voorhees College s annexation by the City of Denmark, which became effective July 20, is a win-win situation for both the city and the school, Denmark City Administrator Heyward Robinson says ... Before Voorhees College s annexation, Denmark s population was around 3,200 ... Other advantages to Voorhees College s annexation include the opportunity to use the school s expertise in assisting the city to write proposals and grants, Sellers said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
2a thu Datebook::3 Jul 30, 2009
The Aaron M. Manigault Scholarship Benefit will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 1, at the Student Center and Recreation Complex at Voorhees College in Denmark. The cost is $10 per adult. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Under 55 percent of college students graduate Jun 4, 2009
On the bottom of that list are Texas Southern University of Houston, Texas, and Voorhees College of Denmark, S.C., both with a 12 percent graduation rate. A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Longview Daily News, WA)
Study: Less than 55 percent of college students complete degree within six years Jun 4, 2009
On the bottom of that list are Texas Southern University of Houston, Texas, and Voorhees College of Denmark, S.C., both with a 12 percent graduation rate. TDN Bad Boy wrote on Jun 3, 2009 9:02 PM:" If this is true maybe we're finally getting it right with higher education. Raise the rates and start doing a better job of sorting out the students. Maybe the UW would be better off at half the size. Sounds like a lot of the students either aren't committed to an education or they aren't qualified to... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Budget cuts forcing another area health clinic to close Jun 1, 2009
The Denmark Health Department was housed on the campus of Voorhees College ... Dr. Cleveland Sellers, president of Voorhees College, said the closure of the health department is disappointing and will bet a "devastating" blow to the local community. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
O-C grads celebrate milestone while preparing for work ahead May 15, 2009
Sellers father, Voorhees College President Dr. Cleveland Sellers, joked he would consider voting for him. To get elected, Sellers said he knocked on 2,600 doors and spoke at 55 churches in his district. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
'LOVE NOTES': Guest choreographers enliven OCB spring show Apr 18, 2009
She selected a challenging piece from the popular Broadway production "West Side Story." Columbia native Elizabeth Druce worked with the company on a modern piece titled "Hide and Seek." Modern is such a flexible form that it was also selected by Dr. Sandra Rouse of Voorhees College for her dance piece, which is simply named "Feelings.". Ann Marie Holstad, who won numerous awards and accolades while earning her bachelor's degree in dance, worked with fellow Winthrop University alum Natalie Hunt... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Dogwood Festival's 26th edition on tap this weekend Apr 2, 2009
The Community Prayer Breakfast, sponsored each year by Voorhees College and the city of Denmark, will get under way at 8 a.m. Friday at the Leonard E. Dawson Health and Human Resources Center on the Voorhees campus. Carnival rides, concessions and music provided by a DJ will entertain attendees from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Universities cope with declining endowments Mar 24, 2009
The endowment at Voorhees College took some considerable and unexpected financial lumps last year. "We started out in fairly good, stable position financially," said Vice President for Institutional Advancement Courtney Davenport. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Former mayor, longtime business owner awarded Order of Palmetto Mar 24, 2009
Making the presentation was Dr. Cleveland Sellers, president of Voorhees College. Another notable personality participating was artist Jim Harrison. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Mt. Carmel UMC to celebrate women in the pulpit Mar 6, 2009
Rivers is married to Anthony Rivers, and the couple has four children -- Shakora, Yoshanna, Nianne and Anthony Jr. A student at Voorhees College, Rivers is active in her community and serves in several capacities at her church. . (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Voorhees to hold preservation seminar Mar 5, 2009
DENMARK -- Voorhees College will hold a seminar on oral history preservation from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 5, in Massachusetts Hall Auditorium. The seminar, titled "Preserving our Legacy: An Oral History Tradition Project," is free and open to the public. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Nikki Giovanni: Poet, writer, activist addresses plight of blacks then to now Feb 23, 2009
With those words, noted poet, writer, activist and Virginia Tech University distinguished professor of English Nikki Giovanni set the stage for her presentation during Voorhees College's Black History Month program Thursday on the Denmark campus ... Giovanni also made mention of the past civil rights struggles involving Voorhees College President Dr. Cleveland L. Sellers, who "talks the talk and walks the walk." ... Giovanni's appearance was hosted by the Voorhees College Department of Mass... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
'Thank you' is important Feb 19, 2009
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Calhoun County claims region title with double-digit win Feb 15, 2009
Alshon Jeffery celebrated his final birthday as a member of the Saints basketball team with a dominant 97-71 win Saturday evening over Estill at Voorhees College. Jeffery put on a show beginning in the first quarter for Calhoun. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
S.C. High School League playoffs begin Monday Feb 14, 2009
Barring a win by Allendale-Fairfax over Estill Thursday, Voorhees College will be the site at 8 p.m. tonight of a one-game playoff between the Saints and Fighting Gators. This would be the fourth meeting between the two teams, with Calhoun County holding a 2-1 edge. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
