ASU to Pay Lee $289,000 May 24, 2008
(AP) - Alabama State University will pay President Joe Lee nearly $289,000 p 0000267C lus any monetary judgments against him in exchange for his cooperation on all school litigation when he resigns May 31st. Lee will keep his presidential medallion, and he and wife Margie Lee will remain in the president's home on campus until June 30th, according to a severance agreement. (WSJA.com, AL)
ASU Statement On Alleged NCAA Violations Against Athletic Program May 8, 2008
Montgomery, Ala - The NCAA has issued Alabama State University a notice of allegations that contains 24 possible NCAA rules violations and nine requests for additional documents/information ... Alabama State University remains committed to cooperating with NCAA staff throughout this process. (WSJA.com, AL)
Truth is, Clemens not wanted on U.S. team May 8, 2008
The NCAA has accused Alabama State University of 23 rules violations, alleging widespread use of ineligible players, grade changes and recruiting misdeeds and charging the school with lack of institutional control. The alleged violations occurred from 1999-2003 and most involved the football program. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Alabama State University Student Sues Over Fraternity Hazing Case May 6, 2008
An Alabama State University student will soon get his day in court against a group he once wanted to call his brothers. A former pledge named Patrick Miller is suing Phi Beta Sigma fraternity, saying after joined, several members carried out a ten week hazing campaign that included beatings and humiliation and ended with trouble for his marriage. (WSJA.com, AL)
Civil rights activist to speak at Unity Cambridge Apr 22, 2008
He served on the faculties of Columbia Theological Seminary in Atlanta and Alabama State University in Montgomery, where he was dean of the Graduate School; he also was principal of Tuskegee Institute High School in Tuskegee, Alabama, and a teaching fellow at Harvard University. He serves as the founding director of the Peace Institute at the University of Rhode Island. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Fire Under Investigation at Alabama State University Apr 15, 2008
WSFA 12 News is following breaking news from the campus of Alabama State University. University police are investigating a fire at a dormitory there. (WSJA.com, AL)
New generation's pastors take up cause for civil rights and `silver rights' Mar 31, 2008
"The generation that's coming up now is enjoying the fruit of the work of those leaders," said Janice Franklin, director of the National Center for the Study of Civil Rights and African-American Culture at Alabama State University. The Revs. (AL.com)
Civil rights leader Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth recovers from his stroke one step at a time Mar 28, 2008
All three are alumni of Alabama State University, which recently named its cafeteria in honor of Shuttlesworth. Because of his stroke, Shuttlesworth was unable to attend a November ceremony at the university honoring him. (AL.com)
Legislators with jobs in state government Mar 25, 2008
Alvin Holmes, D-Montgomery, (Alabama State University). CONTINUED 1. (AL.com)
Baker, Cheatam honored for coaching Mar 20, 2008
Cheatham, who graduated from Southern Normal High School and Alabama State University, died on July 7, 1986. I am very happy to accept this award on behalf of my father, Carr said. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Civil rights icon Johnnie Carr eulogized Mar 3, 2008
Jamie Martin / APHundreds attended the funeral of Johnnie Carr at Alabama State University on Saturday in Montgomery, Ala ... Hundreds attended the service at Alabama State University, where Carr had received an honorary doctorate. (MSNBC -- Race)
Carr Memorial and Funeral Services Times Announced Feb 28, 2008
Saturday - Alabama State University Acadome. 8AM-10AM: Viewing10AM- Until: Funeral Service. (WSJA.com, AL)
Carr Family Responds to Viewer Requests for Donations Feb 27, 2008
m. on Saturday at the Joe L. Reed Acadome on the campus of Alabama State University. Web Producer. (WSJA.com, AL)
Friends Remember Johnnie Carr Feb 26, 2008
Carr's son, Arlam, tell WSFA 12 News his mother's funeral will be held at the Alabama State University Acodome on Saturday, March 1. The time is set for 10a. (WSJA.com, AL)
Regionals tame the Lady Tigers Feb 20, 2008
MONTGOMERY As the Demopolis High School Lady Tigers took the court in a 38-23 setback Tuesday on the campus of Alabama State University in Montgomery, they couldn t seem to get the ball moving in the first quarter. The Ramsay High School Rams went on top to start things off, but the Lady Tigers were quick to respond with their own mark from Jasmine Simmons. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Sunshine Tigers lead the way with a victory Feb 20, 2008
With this win, Sunshine advances to play St. Jude on Thursday at 4:40 p.m. on the campus of Alabama State University. Look for the full story in Friday s edition of The Times. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Sunshine Lady Tigers take control for the win Feb 20, 2008
The Sunshine Lady Tigers will face the Pirates of St. Jude on Thursday at 3 p.m. at Alabama State University. When questioned about her pre-game routine, Myers said, I just tell my team we have to have G.P.H. That s God, patience and humbleness. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Alabama State University Honors Black Soldiers of WWII Feb 15, 2008
(WSFA) -- Today Alabama State University paid tribute to the African American men and women who served in World War II.. During a black history forum, students, staff and community members celebrated black vete 00000090 rans. (WSJA.com, AL)
Reeltown moves on to Montgomery Feb 15, 2008
Reeltown will play a regional game next Wednesday on the campus of Alabama State University. Copyright. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
ASU President's Last Day - May 31st Feb 9, 2008
The President of Alabama State University announced he's going to resign. The shocking announcement came during an A.S.U. Board meeting. (WSJA.com, AL)
New Poll Numbers, New Front runners, New Campaign Strategies Before Alabama's Super Tuesday Feb 4, 2008
Barack Obama, the new leader among Democrats, gained five percentage points from December in the latest Alabama State University Leadership and Public Policy poll. Just over 30 percent of those surveyed named him as their choice. (WSJA.com, AL)
Birmingham Man Dies After Fall from Bicycle Jan 23, 2008
According to the police, the man was a construction worker at Alabama State University but was from the Birmingham area. The man possibly suffered a broken neck in the accident. (WSJA.com, AL)
Baker named to hall Jan 22, 2008
He graduated from Southern Normal High School and Alabama State University. More Headlines. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Civil Rights Exhibit Opens in Montgomery Jan 21, 2008
Sunday proved a time of reflection at Alabama State University. While guests spoke of progress, the walls said more than words ever could. (WSJA.com, AL)
Three Students Suspended After Fight at Basketball Game Jan 19, 2008
Alabama State University has suspended three female students involved in a fight earlier this week. The fight happened Monday night in the stands at the Joe L. Reed Acadome. (WSJA.com, AL)
Students Honor Dr. Martin Luther King at Convocation Jan 18, 2008
Students and faculty at Alabama State University came together Thursday morning for the school's annual Martin Luther King, Junior convocation. University leaders say they want students to learn more about what the King legacy means to America--both past and present. (WSJA.com, AL)
Former ASU Accountant Sentenced Jan 12, 2008
A former senior accountant for Alabama State University will spend time behind bars. A judge sentenced 40 year old Michael Hinson on Thursday, to 33 months in federal prison. (WSJA.com, AL)
More of this story Jan 9, 2008
He began his college-coaching career at North Carolina Central following an outstanding four years as quarterback for Alabama State University. He has been at Mississippi State since 2004. (Atmore Advance, AL)
Chantel Wright Dec 30, 2007
She now attends Alabama State University, majoring in Business Management. We hope you have a great and wonderful birthday and many, many more. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
The torch bearer Dec 25, 2007
The Maplesville football team entered the 2007 season with expectations as high as the number of returning starters from a team that was oh-so-close the previous season, but one thing was missing: the proven leadership of '06 quarterback and The Clanton Advertiser's Football Player of the Year John Andrews, who was lost to graduation and Alabama State University. Enter Wilson, a former receiver who had to adjust to a new set of demands placed on his ability and leadership by a new role in coach... (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Murder victim's mother seeks justice, personal peace (3973) Dec 20, 2007
The bullet foreclosed on Anthony's plans to study business at Alabama State University. He was going to start driving after Christmas if he had a 3. (Munster Times, IN)
Guns on Campus: State Senator Proposes New Legislation Dec 15, 2007
For campus authorities at Alabama State University, it's just not good enough. "I don't think there's a need for anybody besides my officers to carry a gun on campus," explained University Police Chief Jeffrey Young. (WSJA.com, AL)
Provost named Dec 7, 2007
He was the Kellogg-NAFEO MIS Leadership Fellow from 2003-2004 in the Office of the President at Alabama State University and also studied in Salzburg, Austria in Fall 1999 as part of the Salzburg Seminar, "Globalization in Higher Education." He was an American Council on Education (ACE) Fellow in Spring 1999, serving in the Office of the President at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and was an American Council on Education (ACE) Fellow in Fall 1998, serving in the Office of the President... (Macomb Journal, IL)
Ebonic Plague: The New Black Death Dec 3, 2007
Bertis English, an Assistant Professor of History at Alabama State University is displeased with my recent column ... Bertis English, an Assistant Professor of History at Alabama State University is displeased with my recent column. (Townhall.com)
WSFA 12 News Reexamines a Montgomery Cold Case Nov 28, 2007
Brett was just months away from graduating from Alabama State University. Brett was an honors student on a full baseball scholarship. (WSJA.com, AL)
Injured youth dies, funeral Saturday Nov 28, 2007
Marshall, who had signed to play football at Alabama State University, was submerged in a swimming pool for an extended period of time July 29 at a family celebration in Montgomery. He was rushed to Jackson Hospital. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Pastor Of Church Bombed In 1963 Dies At 82 Nov 19, 2007
Cross stayed at the church until 1968, when he became director of the Baptist Student Center at Alabama State University. In 1972, he moved to Decatur to become associate pastor of Oakhurst Baptist Church. (CBS News)
The Rev. John H. Cross Jr., 82; pastor of church bombed in 1963 Nov 19, 2007
He left Birmingham in 1968 to teach at Alabama State University and to direct a Baptist student center. After serving as associate pastor of a church in Decatur, Ga. (Los Angeles Times)
Cross, pastor of bombed Birmingham church Nov 17, 2007
He would stay at the church until 1968, when he became director of the Baptist Student Center at Alabama State University. He moved to Decatur in 1972 to become associate pastor of Oakhurst Baptist Church. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
A stitch in time: Alabama State University studies therapy of quilting Nov 6, 2007
The instructor in the occupational therapy program at Alabama State University stood perfectly still and stroked her chin. She listened intently as the ladies around the quilting frame explained the art of quilting as best they knew how. (Troy Messenger, AL)
MPD Issues Clarification on Officer Thought Dragged Oct 16, 2007
Lewis then stepped on the excelator, according to police, striking a pole on the campus of Alabama State University. ASU police officers witnessed the accident and pursued Lewis on foot until he was captured. (WSJA.com, AL)
Man Arrested in Minister's Murder Case Oct 5, 2007
His body was found underneath his car last week by an Alabama State University police officer. Initially investigators thought Boswell was hit by the vehicle, but an autopsy showed he was shot in the head. (WSJA.com, AL)
BET Visits ASU Campus Sep 29, 2007
Black Entertain Television, or BET for short, is in town visiting Alabama State University as a part of their annual black college tour. The tour includes fourteen different schools. (WSJA.com, AL)
Men's golf takes second and Cox finishes first at JSU National Invitational Sep 20, 2007
Alabama State University - 301 - 308 - 306 - 915 (+51) 10. Centenary College - 302 - 312 - 312 - 926 (+62) 11. (Siusalukis.com)
Putting Appalachian State's win in perspective Sep 3, 2007
Alabama State University: A 24-19 win over Jacksonville State in the coaching debut of former NFL player Reggie Barlow. 3. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Obituaries for Aug. 31, 2007 Aug 31, 2007
She received her b.s. and master s degrees from Alabama State University in Montgomery. She also studied at Boston University for Secondary Certification and entered the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa during the summer of 1973. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Woman makes peace with past Aug 31, 2007
" Doyle was 24, a musician and assistant youth director at Edgefield Baptist Church, and teaching piano and drums to kids ages 3 to 16. But she was a college dropout. She had started school in 1996 at Alabama State University, but after her grandfather died, her grades dropped and she never rebounded and returned to Decatur. With a renewed sense of purpose after her mother's funeral, she enrolled at Herzing College. Gary Breland, director of student life management at Herzing, said Doyle is easy... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
First On WSFA 12 News: Federal Lawsuit Filed To Stop City Election; City Says Election Still On Aug 21, 2007
She also thinks the date should be moved to October when new students at Alabama State University are back in town and can vote. May says she doesn't want to disenfranchise the black voters in her district. (WSJA.com, AL)
Stan St., UOP win praise in magazine's rankings Aug 18, 2007
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Deveridge comes home to ‘court' Aug 10, 2007
Deveridge played college ball at Alabama State University. e struggled a bit my freshman year, but we went to the conference tournament my sophomore year, he said. (Troy Messenger, AL)
Alabama State University Lands Major Grant Jul 31, 2007
WSFA 12 News has confirmed a major gift for Alabama State University. The National Science Foundation is awarding ASU nearly 5 million dollars. (WSJA.com, AL)
Helyar: Oil Can Boyd's Traveling All-Stars Jul 27, 2007
Boyd and DeShields will be on a panel at Alabama State University for a fifth annual summit on the state of baseball at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) ... Boyd's barnstormers will play a doubleheader on Sunday to raise money for host Alabama State University's baseball program and other causes. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Big Brothers Big Sisters seeks new mentors for upcoming school year Jul 17, 2007
Alabama State University freshman Brittani Sias said her little sister, Khatyi, reminds her of herself when she was in third grade. That wouldn't be so unusual if Khatyi and Brittani were blood relatives. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
4 New Principals Named at Montgomery Schools Jul 13, 2007
He holds a bachelor's degree in secondary business and vocational education from Alabama State University, a master's in elementary education and certifications in elementary education and educational leadership from Auburn University. Thursby is the former principal at Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School in Albany, Ga. (WSJA.com, AL)
Curtains calling Jul 11, 2007
Gleaton said individual rehearsals for various scenes have been held on the Brewton campus of Alabama State University. Those rehearsals have been held since mid-April following auditions. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Inez J. Baskin, 91; reporter during civil rights era in Montgomery, Ala. Jul 8, 2007
She earned a degree in education from what is now Alabama State University, became a licensed social worker and then earned a degree in divinity from Selma University. She was a church pianist for several congregations over the years and also taught ministers at theological schools and conventions. (Los Angeles Times)
Movin’ on up Jun 23, 2007
Former Crystal River softball player Ja Vonna Grimsley recently signed a Division I scholarship to play softball for Alabama State University ... Ja Vonna Grimsley, a 2005 Pirates graduate, is the latest to do so after agreeing to continue her softball career at Alabama State University, a historically black college in Montgomery. (Crystal River Citrus County Chronicle, FL)
Williams Invited To NCAA Coaches Academy Jun 21, 2007
Lee Luster Brown, recruiting coordinator/running back coach, Alabama State University. Michael Bryant II, quarterbacks coach/offensive coordinator, Prairie View Aersity. (Gohuskies.com)
City council recognizes retirees, names interim chief Jun 20, 2007
Don Woodard with Alabama State University is working with the city to develop the site, Gates said. Betsy Compton has done an excellent job taking photo for the site, councilman, Mitzi Gates, said. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Cronyism Rampant In Hiring at FAMU Jun 11, 2007
no background checkIn the spring of 2000, Arthur Washington, then the dean of the FAMU College of Arts and Sciences, offered Kiah Edwards III, then a department chair at Alabama State University, the job of associate dean. According to Tallahassee Democrat coverage at the time, Washington said he began hearing rumors about a criminal past after Edwards accepted the position. (The Ledger)
Back to school Jun 9, 2007
Robert Willis Jr. headlines the list after getting a Division I baseball scholarship to Alabama State University. Willis Jr. attended Trinity Catholic but is a longtime Citrus County resident. (Crystal River Citrus County Chronicle, FL)
High notes, high hopes Jun 6, 2007
Thanks to a professor at Alabama State University where she s been studying vocal performance, the 22-year-old also claims a love for opera. When I saw that I was pretty good at it, I started to enjoy it more. (Columbiana Shelby County Reporter, AL)
New Negro Leagues exhibit to tour U.S. Jun 1, 2007
and to the campus of Alabama State University from July 26-Sept. 23. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
DICKERSON JR. SELECTED FOR COACHES ACADEMY May 31, 2007
Coaches selected for the 2007 NCAA Expert Coaches Academy are: Warren Belin, Vanderbilt University, linebackers coach/special teams coordinator Kenneth Carter, Vanderbilt University, recruiting coordinator Deondri Clark, Fort Valley State University, head coach/recruiting coordinator Rick Comegy, Jackson State University, head coach Renato Diaz, Florida Aersity, assistant football coach/recruiting coordinator , ULM, associate head coach (secondary) Gary Emanuel, San Jose State University,... (Ulmathletics.com)
UM student artists on fire May 30, 2007
Theresa Olson, a senior at Alabama State University, stokes the fire Saturday at the University of Montevallo s kiln, in which temperatures hover around 2,400 degrees. (REPORTER PHOTO / JUSTIN AVERETTE). (Columbiana Shelby County Reporter, AL)
