HBCU News, Commentary and Information
Friday
December 2012
COMMENTS
Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Sports, Tennessee, Tennessee State University
Tennessee State University head football coach Rod Reed has agreed to a two-year extension with the Tigers that will keep him in Nashville through 2016. The extension follows an 8-3 season for TSU, the team’s best in an 11-game schedule since 2001.
Sunday
December 2012
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Wednesday
November 2012
COMMENTS
Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Leadership, Tennessee, Tennessee State University
“I am truly honored and excited about returning to my alma mater, Tennessee State University, in this monumental leadership role,” Glover said after the vote. “It is indeed a privilege to be selected as president of such a historic institution that has enriched the lives of so many students, and empowered thousands of families and communities, and still continues to do so today.”
Monday
November 2012
COMMENTS
Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Leadership, Tennessee, Tennessee State University
“Dr. Glover’s outstanding credentials and leadership skills are impressive,” said Morgan. “Her experience as a faculty member, campus administrator and an engaged member of the civic and business communities will serve TSU and the entire region well. She is an accomplished professional in many ways. But most of all, she is committed to the success of TSU’s students, and I believe she will help the institution continue to grow and move forward on a path toward accomplishing its goals.”
Friday
November 2012
COMMENTS
Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Sports, Tennessee, Tennessee State University
“The passing of Coach Joe Gilliam has cast a sadness across the Tiger nation this evening,” said TSU Director of Athletics Teresa Phillips. “A great teacher, a genius coach, a developer of men, he will be missed but never forgotten in the hearts and souls of all who bleed blue.”
Friday
November 2012
COMMENTS
Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Leadership, Tennessee, Tennessee State University
In order to progress as a world-class institution of higher education, TSU must assess our current administrative structure and adapt to 21st century challenges. Dr. Carry is a researcher and proven administrative leader in higher education and student support services. Most recently, as Vice President of Student Affairs at Auburn University, Dr. Carry rebuilt Auburn’s Division of Student Affairs toward a $20 million operating budget, 15 units and 120 employees. We believe that Dr. Carry’s administrative and student services background makes him the candidate best prepared to lead as we evaluate, make adjustments and improve TSU’s current administrative infrastructure.
Wednesday
November 2012
COMMENTS
Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Sports, Students, Tennessee, Tennessee State University
Tennessee State University today issued a statement on the death of freshman football player William Wayne Jones, III.
William Wayne Jones, III, a 19-year old freshman defensive back from Smyrna, Tenn., passed out and became unresponsive during an early evening practice at approximately 4 p.m. Jones was transported to Baptist Medical Center in Nashville where efforts to revive him were unsuccessful and died at approximately 5:50 p.m.
“This is a very tragic day for our entire Tennessee State University community and we are devastated by the sudden passing of this young man,” said Teresa Phillips, TSU Athletics Director. “Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this very difficult time. Our University and our football team are hurting as we feel the loss of one of our own. As a team and a family we will grieve alongside the family and do everything we can to help support them through this very difficult time.”
Wednesday
October 2012
COMMENTS
Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Leadership, Tennessee, Tennessee State University
Tennessee State University presidential finalist Dr. Candace Campbell Jackson discusses her teaching experience in a recent campus interview forum.
Tuesday
October 2012
COMMENTS
Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Students, Tennessee, Tennessee State University
Hurricane Sandy’s dramatic impact on New York City kept HBCU students from around the country stayed in the city until flights were cleared out of the area. Here’s a profile from Nashville’s News Channel 5 on Tennessee State students recounting their experience.
