Collegiate 100 Host 9/11 Memorial Service Members of the Collegiate 100 Chapter of Shaw University hosted a memorial service for the victims of the 9/11 tragedy on Shaw’s campus. The service included the “Presentation of Colors” by Shaw’s ROTC, the singing of the “National Anthem” by Stephanie Taylor and speeches from members of the Collegiate 100 Chapter. Following the playing of “taps,” Collegiate 100 President Kendrick King recalled his memories during September 11th. At the time, King was nine years old and living in Germany with his parents. Although he was not living in the United States, King noted that being an American is what mattered the most and kept the country together during a time of tragedy. Na’eem Wilkins, Vice-President of the Chapter, followed with a speech that recounted the first moments of September 11th when American Airlines Flight 11 struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center. Wilkins noted that during challenging times, we should use those opportunities for greater good. “Here at Shaw University, we must choose to see challenges as stepping-stones, opportunities that we have encountered along the way for us to use, to “step on” so that we can achieve more, develop further and ultimately realize more of our goals,” said Wilkins. The service was dedicated to the men and women who sacrificed their lives during September 11th. It also honored the firefighters and first responders of Engine One Company who serve the University.
Shaw University Receives $50,000 Grant from Duke Energy Shaw received a $50,000 grant from Duke Energy the University announced. The funds will be used to create the Duke Energy Foundation Scholarship which will target upperclass students who are first-generation and majoring in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)related disciplines. Scholarships will be awarded based on need, academics, community service and exemplary leadership ability with a special focus on selecting students from Eastern North Carolina. “We thank Duke Energy for this tremendous investment in Shaw students,” said Shaw President Dr. Dorothy Cowser Yancy.
Members of Shaw’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee.
Student Athletes Participate in Youth Week Shaw University opened Youth Week when members of the Shaw Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) visited two classes at Ligon Middle School. This kicked off a week of activities that included school visits and concluded with Shaw’s Youth Day football game. The SAAC members visited classes at Ligon Middle School and at Bugg Elementary, as well as took part in Bugg’s morning newscast. Their message centerd on the value of education and the importance of making good life choices. As part of a week of community engagement, the Shaw football team also lead a campus cleanup morning.
Social Work and Kinesiotherapy Programs Reaccredited Shaw University’s social work and kinesiotherapy programs were both reaccredited the University announced. The social work program received its reaffirmation of accreditation from the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) while the kinesiotherapy program accreditation was reaffirmed by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). In addition, Shaw is the only private HBCU with an accredited kinesiotherapy program and one of two HBCUs in the nation to offer the program.
“Ninety-seven percent of our students received some form of financial aid during the last academic year. These funds will enable us to continue our mission of facilitating student learning and achievement through a quality education that is both accessible and affordable.”
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