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March 2013

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Tuskegee to Host Min. Louis Farrakhan

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Nation of Islam Minister Louis Farrakhan will continue his national tour of historically black colleges and universities at Tuskegee University this Friday. The renowned activist will address local high school students on the TU campus at 9:00 a.m., and will address a larger body in the evening.

Min. Farrakhan will appear at the invitation of the Tuskegee Muslim Student Association and the Black Belt Deliberative Dialogue.

Wednesday

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Tuesday

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Turkey Day Classic Back On – Alabama State to Face Stillman

Written by , Posted in Alabama, Alabama State University, Breaking News, Sports, Stillman College, Tuskegee University

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Hours after Tuskegee University made headlines by opting out of its longtime Thanksgiving Day rivalry game with Alabama State University, the Hornets announced that one of the nation’s most historic black college football classics would continue in 2013 with a new opponent, Stillman College. From AL.com:

“As is reflected on our schedule, we are proud to say that the tradition that is the Turkey Day Classic will be the final regular season game and another state institution, Stillman College, will be our opponent for 2013. In addition to the game, the parade and all of the events that make up the oldest HBCU Classic in the nation will continue, as they are time-honored traditions that are celebrated by the ASU family, the Montgomery community and Turkey Day Classic fans across the country.”

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Tuesday

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March 2013

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Tuskegee Opts Out of Turkey Day Classic

Written by , Posted in Alabama, Alabama State University, Sports, Turkey Day Classic, Tuskegee University

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In a release announcing its 2013 football schedule, Tuskegee University today confirmed what many around the school and SIAC projected months ago, a Golden Tiger defection from the annual Turkey Day Classic rivalry with Alabama State University. From the Montgomery Advertiser:

“Inspired by the run of Winston-Salem State last season, Tuskegee football feels that the move will allow the Golden Tigers more freedom to play further into the postseason by participating in the NCAA Division II playoffs, if eligible,” Tuskegee’s release noted.

If this rivalry ends for an extended period, it will freeze one of the most popular black college football classics in the country. In 2012, the Turkey Day Classic attracted more than 27,000 fans to Hornets Stadium, and was broadcast on ESPNU.

Monday

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Wednesday

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February 2013

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Alabama State Professor Receives National Award for Prostate Cancer Research

Written by , Posted in Alabama, Alabama State University, Faculty, Health

“I am so excited about this honor,” Mishra said in a statement released by the university. “It is not only important for me, but it is a step forward in creating academic excellence and a great environment for cancer research at Alabama State University. This recognition brings ASU on the national and global map in cancer research.”

Tuesday

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Friday

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Wednesday

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Miles, Lawson State to Build Student, Alumni Businesses in Partnership with SBA

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Two Alabama HBCUs will strengthen entrepreneurship development among students and alumni through partnerships with the U.S. Small Business Administration, the agency today announced. Miles College and Lawson State Community College will offer resources, training and information on business-building programs and financing opportunities through the SBA.

“A critical goal of the SBA is to connect with organizations and institutions that share a common purpose of helping people get into business, grow and succeed,” said SBA Regional Administrator Cassius Butts.

Both schools will partner with the SBA for two years, and the agency is looking to pilot programs at other HBCUs throughout the southeast.

Monday

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Thursday

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Alabama State Students To Compete for Kennedy Center National Theatre Honors

Written by , Posted in Alabama, Alabama State University

“This is a tremendous accomplishment for the students and the University. The acting concept of ‘Being’ … is unique and powerful, not only for actors, but for artists in every aspect of theatre. It enhances one’s existence and appreciation of life, whether it is behind the scenes or on the stage,” (Dean of ASU’s College of Visual and Performing Arts Dr. Tommie “Tonea”) Stewart said.

Tuesday

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February 2013

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Oakwood Alum, Grammy Winner Mervyn Warren Reflects on Whitney Houston Legacy

Written by , Posted in Alabama, Alumni, Oakwood University

“And I don’t mean to say that one person’s life is worth more than another person’s life. I really don’t want to imply that. But in terms of artistry that impacts my life – and I don’t even mean in terms of providing work for me – that voice enriched my life, almost more than any other I can think of. It’s such a tragic, tragic loss. I still sometimes can’t believe that we will never hear that voice again.”

Monday

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Tuesday

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Friday

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Alabama State’s Nigel Carr Talks NFL Experience as Baltimore Raven

Written by , Posted in Alabama, Alabama State University, Sports

“The main thing I took away from my first time here was to be professional,” Carr said from New Orleans. “Being around guys like Ray and (free safety) Ed Reed, I learned a lot from watching those guys. I came into camp a little heavy, so the lessons I learned about conditioning I will take with me the rest of my career. I learned how to be professional at all times, not only on the field but off the field. My main thing now is to make a new image for myself.”

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