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May 2013

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Shaw Signs Strategic Alliance Agreement with Small Business Administration

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SBA_0054_smShaw University President Dorothy Cowser Yancy yesterday signed a Strategic Alliance Memorandum with the Small Business Administration, making the university the first HBCU in North Carolina and one of 10 nationwide to enter into partnership to spur entrepreneurship and economic development in its surrounding community.

“The SAM agreement is a tremendous opportunity for Shaw students to learn more about entrepreneurship and to one day develop their own businesses that will contribute to the nation’s economy,” Dr. Yancy said. “We thank the SBA for embracing education, innovation and the importance of supporting our young men and women in their business endeavors.”

The partnership will help Shaw in offering conferences, training and information to members of the campus and surrounding community in creating small businesses and strengthening entrepreneurial skills. The two-year agreement is one of 59 the SBA plans to develop at HBCUs over the next few years.

Friday

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May 2013

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Shaw Student Diagnosed with Tuberculosis

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A Shaw University student was diagnosed with tuberculosis earlier this week, prompting a campus-wide testing of students, faculty and staff on the Raleigh campus. Nurses from the Wake County Health Department conducted testing on the campus on Tuesday, and say that the disease can only be spread through close contact.

The student was an off-campus resident, and officials from the school and health department have not confirmed any other cases from the university.

Tuesday

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March 2013

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Saint Augustine’s Dianne Suber, Shaw’s Dorothy Cowser Yancy Talk Leadership

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Raleigh’s two historically black college presidents were recently featured in an edition of Walter’s Magazine, discussing principles and culture of leadership. Saint Augustine’s University President Dr. Dianne B. Suber and Shaw University President Dr. Dorothy C. Yancy joined a roundtable discussion on culture, politics and life as a leader in North Carolina.

Tuesday

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October 2012

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Monday

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October 2012

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Shaw Names Debra Latimore VP of Fiscal Affairs

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“Ms. Latimore’s financial and business expertise during her time as Interim Vice President of Fiscal Affairs helped to provide fiscal strength to this University and laid a solid foundation that will allow us to operate effectively,” said Shaw University President Dr. Dorothy Cowser Yancy. “I welcome her continued leadership and creativity in developing a culture of fiscal efficiency.”

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October 2012

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Monday

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August 2012

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Tuesday

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April 2012

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One Year After Tornado, Shaw Community Celebrates and Reflects

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[mpoverlay]Just one year after tornadoes swept the campus and damage nearly all of its buildings, the Shaw University community yesterday commemorated the comeback with a community tour of renovated facilities and grounds. 

“Isn’t this beautiful?” Dr. George Debnam, the school’s retired physician, said to no one in particular during a tour of the student center. Debnam, who arrived on campus as a 15-year-old freshman in 1944 and whose name is now on the school’s administrative building, Debnam Hall, echoed the sentiments of administrators and students when he said the campus is in better condition now than before the storm.

Debnam, who served as Shaw’s campus physician from 1962 until 2001, said many of the buildings were built in the mid-1960s and in need of restoration. “Your car, your house, yourself – everything changes after 50 years,” he said.

The students point to the newly tiled bathrooms, new walls and the refurbished kitchen in the student center. But Smith, who oversaw the restoration, pointed out the things casual observers cannot see, such as the electrical wiring and plumbing. (News & Observer)[/mpoverlay]

Saturday

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March 2012

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Jacques Curtis Named DII Bulletin National Coach of the Year

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Shaw University head coach Jacques Curtis has been named the 2012 Schelde North America/Women’s Division II Bulletin Coach of the Year, the publication announced Monday in its April issue.

Curtis led his Lady Bears to a 29-6 overall record, the 2012 Division II national championship, the CIAA title and a 15-game win streak to close out the season.

“Jacques did a great job with his team this season and had his players playing at the highest level. He is most deserving of this honor,” said Women’s Division II Bulletin editor and publisher Gary Rubin. “Along with Schelde North America, we are pleased to recognize him for his achievement and hard work.”

Read the full story at:
Jacques Curtis Named DII Bulletin National Coach of the Year – Shaw University Athletics

Saturday

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March 2012

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Shaw Wins NCAA Division II National Women’s Basketball Championship

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“We are going to give them a game worthy of television.”

Shaw head coach Jacques Curtis had said those words in a press conference prior to the NCAA Division II Women’s Basketball Championship.

Tonight, his players made him a prophet as Shaw came from an 11-point halftime deficit to claim an 88-82 overtime victory over #2 ranked Ashland to claim Shaw’s first national championship in any sport.

“This is what Coach recruited us for,” said Shaw senior center Aslea Williams. “I wasn’t going to finish my senior year with a loss. Even when I didn’t play well, my teammates had my back.”

Thursday

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March 2012

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Shaw Lady Bears Advance to National Title Game

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Three Lady Bears had double-doubles to lead Shaw past #15 Rollins 87-71 in a game played at Bill Greehey Arena on the campus of St. Mary’s University. With the win, the Lady Bears advance to play #2 Ashland for the Division II NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship Friday night.

Crystal Harris led the Lady Bears with 24 points and 14 rebounds, while Kyria Buford had 22 points and 10 rebounds and Aslea Williams scored 12 and pulled in 14 boards.

Rollins had no answer for Shaw’s “bigs” and could not find an outside shooting touch, hitting only five of 29 from beyond the arc and only 36.5 percent from the field. In contrast, Shaw sank 40.3 percent of its shots.

Tuesday

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March 2012

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Shaw Lady Bears Ready for Another Run at NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship

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For the second time in as many years, the Shaw University women’s basketball team has advanced to the Elite Eight of the Division II NCAA women’s basketball championship. The Lady Bears move on with a convincing 70-53 upset of nationally ranked Edinboro (Pa). on the Edinboro home court last night.

“It’s hard to get to the Elite Eight, so to be able to get there in back-to-back years is terrific,” said Shaw head women’s basketball coach Jacques Curtis in an interview with the Digest.

Curtis, who has won six CIAA titles in 11 years at Shaw and makes his fourth appearance in the Elite Eight, says that matchups are going to be key in the national semifinals.

“It’s different because there are eight good teams, and even though we’re past the point of being nervous, at this point in the season it’s all about matchups. If you get matched up with the wrong team, you could be one and done. We’ll be prepared to play Pittsburg State and to see how we can find some advantages.”

Shaw ranks in the top 20 nationally in scoring offense and average margin of victory, and is tenth in the nation in opponent field goal percentage. The Lady Bears match up favorably with the Pittsburg State, a team yielding 62 points per game this season.

As for what Curtis will tell his team prior to this year’s edition of the Elite Eight, he says that the ladies know it will be business as usual.

“We’ve got a large group that was there last year, and it was our first year to advance to the Final Four. We’ll get some rest, and whatever we’re running, it’s as good as we’re going to run it. It’s about letting the body rest and getting mentally prepared. It’s good to be going there with eight seniors, but they know its one and done. We’ve got three games to show what we can do.”

Saturday

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March 2012

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Shaw Lady Bears Advance to Second Round of NCAA Tournament

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Kyria Buford, Aslea Williams and Brittany Ransom had over 20 points apiece, but it was a stifling second-half defense that made the difference as Shaw downed West Virginia Wesleyan in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

With the win, the Lady Bears improve to 24-6 on the season and advance to the regional semifinals where they will take on Gannon, who defeated Johnson C. Smith earlier in the afternoon. West Virginia Wesleyan finishes the season 24-7.

“It’s always good to advance,” said Shaw head coach Jacques Curtis. “Everyone here is a good team. What we saw on the tape is pretty much the game we got.”

Read the full story at:
Shaw Downs West Virginia Wesleyan 92-78 To Advance to Second Round of NCAA Tournament – Shaw University Athletics

Monday

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March 2012

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Shaw Earns 5th Seed in NCAA Tourney, Opens Against Indiana (Pa.)

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Shaw will open its NCAA run on Saturday, March 10, when the Bears will take on Indiana PA in a regional hosted by West Liberty. The Bears, ranked fifth in the nation, will be making their second straight appearance in the Division II NCAA Tournament and second straight trip to West Liberty.

Shaw enters the Atlantic Regional as the second seed, while IUP is the seventh seed. The contest will be played at 2:30 on Friday.

The Bears finished the season 25-3 after a semifinal loss in the CIAA Tournament to Winston-Salem State. They had completed the CIAA regular season undefeated. Shaw is 7-2 on neutral courts so far this season.

Read the full story at:
#5 Shaw To Open NCAA Tournament Against #9 Indiana (PA) on Saturday – Shaw University Athletics

Tuesday

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February 2012

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Virginia Union’s Wooten-Cherry, Shaw’s Hill Named CIAA Basketball Coaches of the Year

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Barvenia Wooten-Cherry, the head women’s basketball coach at Virginia Union University and Shaw University men’s basketball coach Cleo Hill, Jr. were named the CIAA Basketball Coaches of the Year at the conference tip-off tournament luncheon in Charlotte yesterday.

Wooten-Cherry, who is in her second year as head coach of the Lady Panthers, took VUU from a 3-23 record last season to the championship of the CIAA Northern Division this season.

The Lady Panthers finished with a 12-13 record overall and a 9-7 record in CIAA play. The divisional championship was the first for a VUU women’s team since 2003.

Hill led the Bears to an undefeated season in the CIAA and a 24-2 record overall. Shaw is currently ranked sixth in the nation by the National Association of Basketball Coaches.

via VUU’s Wooten-Cherry and Shaw’s Hill named CIAA Basketball Coaches of the Year – CIAA

Saturday

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February 2012

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#6 Shaw Finishes CIAA Season Undefeated

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CIAA Player of the Year Malik Alvin and his All-CIAA teammate Tony Smith paced Shaw as they downed Saint Augustine’s 64-62 in a thriller played at a packed Emery Gymnasium on Thursday night. With the win, #6 Shaw completes an undefeated CIAA season and wins their 20th in a row.

The Bears improve to 24-2 on the season, 16-0 in the CIAA and 10-0 in the Southern Division. The Falcons even their record at 13-13, 8-8 in the conference and 3-7 in the division.

“This means we have a very good team and a very good coaching staff,” said Shaw head coach Cleo Hill, Jr. “This has been a magical season and I didn’t think we’d come this far and lose to a cross-town rival. That said, they (Saint Augustine’s) played with a lot of pride and a very good game plan.”

Read the full story at:
#6 Shaw Finishes CIAA Season Undefeated; Downs Saint Augustine’s 64-62 – Shaw University Athletics

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