Win $2,000 at Wachovia's Way2Save(sm) Challenge at Union Square on Feb. 28 Feb 26, 2008
Feb. 28 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Where: Union Square 333 Post Street (near the intersection of Post and Powell) San Francisco, CA 94108 Who: Dr. Julianne Malveaux, national economic expert, president of Last Word Productions and president of Bennett College, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. KNBR-AM 680 Radio Personality Dan Dibley, 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. Photo Ops: Local News Personalities climb stage of stacked "money" machines to raise money for charity, sign autographs, pose for photos with fans. No purchase... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Woman's body found off I-540 Jan 31, 2008
N.C. Central respondsLatrese Curtis was a junior business management and administration major who transferred to NCCU last fall after attending Wake Tech and Bennett College in Greensboro, Miji Bell, an NCCU representative, said Wednesday afternoon. "The entire university community is saddened by the death of this student and we offer sincere condolences to her family at this difficult time," Chancellor Charlie Nelms said in a news release Wednesday afternoon. (News & Observer)
King Center To Honor Jesse Hill, Delta Air Lines Jan 12, 2008
12:30 p.m. at the King Center Freedom Hall, and the Poor Peoples Campaign 40 Years Later, with Lynn Huntley, President of Southern Education Foundation and Jullianne Malveaux, President of Bennett College for Women, 12:30 pm at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, followed by a Writing in the Circle of Life Writers Workshop, with renowned literary artist and poet Ralph Cheo Thurmon, 2 p.m. at the Auburn Ave. Research Library. A Workshop Session II Sanctuary. (Atlanta Daily World, GA)
Leading Bennett Jan 4, 2008
That is the challenge facing Julianne Malveaux, who replaced Johnnetta Cole as president of Bennett College for Women in June ... "I think Dr. Malveaux has the energy, personality, platform and business acumen to keep it going. Her role is not to be another Johnnetta Cole. Her job is to be another outstanding president for Bennett College." ... One of the top priorities she says she has for her first full year on the job is raising the profile of Bennett College in the community. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Pinnacle to open Bible College Nov 22, 2007
She has taught at the University of Scranton, Bennett College, Morgan State University, Livingstone College and North Carolina State University. "What really excites me about this position is that I'll be in an educational environment with people who really want to learn about Christian education," she said. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Farm fire still smolders Nov 22, 2007
The contractors brought over stone masons from Italy, who built the barns, and Halcyon Hall, an elite hotel which opened in 1893, that is the site of the defunct Bennett College campus. The head stone mason working on the site was Nicola Horasco. (Millbrook Round Table, NY)
Notes: Cooper enshrined Nov 17, 2007
The Official Site of Houston Astros: News: Houston Astros News. Cecil Cooper has now been inducted into the Hall of Fame in two states, Texas and Wisconsin. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
City minister, civil rights leader dead at 90 Nov 7, 2007
Also in his quest for social justice, Edmonds led a fight against segregation in schools and other public places such as golf courses, libraries and gymnasia while teaching sociology at Bennett College in Greensboro, N.C., and serving as president of the Greensboro branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Historians in Greensboro credit Edmonds as a pioneer of the local civil rights movement. (New Haven Register, CT)
"The New Face Of Diversity: Managing Inclusion" Oct 22, 2007
Companies have done a relatively good job with diversity, said Bea Y. Perdue, president, The Johnnetta B. Cole Global Diversity sion Institute at Bennett College for Women. The Institute leads the way in exploring the growing complexity of diversity and inclusion as it partners with academic institutions, businesses, corporations, civic and community organizations, government leaders and their agencies and a variety of global thought leaders who continue to make the study and advancement of... (Atlanta Daily World, GA)
Rainbow Push Conference Comes To Atlanta Oct 13, 2007
The roster of confirmed speakers and presenters includes Ron Brown, President of Atlanta Life Financial Group, Bennett College President Dr. Julianne Malveaux, Sen. Emanuel Jones, Sen. (Atlanta Daily World, GA)
T&D Sports: Quick Hits Oct 10, 2007
GREENSBORO, NC -- Holly Hill native Javon Gilliard has resigned as the Athletic Director and head womens basketball coach at Bennett College. Bennett finished with a 12-11 record last season. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
NCCU urged to aim higher Sep 29, 2007
NCCU placed 16th out of 70, in a three-way tie with Bennett College and Elizabeth City State University. Nelms spent a good deal of time Friday talking about customer service -- the very basic answering of phones and returning of messages that students expect but don't always get. (News & Observer)
North Carolina Schools Back in Session with a Better Music Curriculum Sep 28, 2007
Bennett College, Greensboro. Cary Christian School, Cary. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Now advisers, Falcons' board will convene today Sep 20, 2007
Cole brings several projects with herJohnnetta Cole's return to Atlanta represents an expansion of the Johnnetta B. Cole Global Diversity sion Institute, founded at Bennett College four years ago. Cole has been convening the chief diversity officers of major companies to meet every year at a CEO forum to advance the case for inclusion in the workplace. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Census Bureau: Blacks Remain At Economic Rock Bottom Sep 8, 2007
"The data are just not surprising. You don't even have to see the data to know that African-American people are at the bottom. All you have to do is walk a neighborhood to see the number of unemployed," says economist Julianne Malveaux, president of Bennett College in Greensboro, N.C. "In my position, I literally see the result of us being at the bottom in terms of how my students struggle with issues around financial aid. You have so many who in April when they filled out financial aid... (Atlanta Daily World, GA)
UMass Taps Tom Cole As Interim Chancellor Aug 25, 2007
The Cole appointment was also praised by Johnnetta B. Cole, a former UMass Amherst faculty member who went on to become president of Spelman College and Bennett College for women. "The appointment of Dr. Thomas W. Cole Jr., as interim chancellor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst has special significance for me," said Johnnetta Cole, who is not related to Thomas Cole. (Atlanta Daily World, GA)
Johnnetta Cole Launches Magazine For Girls Aug 11, 2007
Johnnetta B. Cole, former president of Spellman and Bennett colleges, recently announced that she isl launching a new magazine this fall for girls ... It was founded at Bennett College for women in North Carolina while Cole served as president. (Atlanta Daily World, GA)
New vision for EWC Jun 30, 2007
She is ready for a college presidency, since her last position was executive vice president at Bennett College in Greensboro, N.C.. At Bennett, she worked for President Johnnetta Cole, a Jacksonville native with strong family ties to Edward Waters College. (Florida Times-Union)
Baker back at Enloe Jun 19, 2007
"There are no words to express how excited I am to return to Enloe," said Baker who graduated from Enloe in 1981 and Bennett College in 1987. "Few coaches have the chance to return to where they played and graduated. I'm privileged."I applied for the job last year, but this was a case of having to wait my turn, continuing to do the right thing and preparing myself if the opportunity came up again. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Superintendent's promotion sends her to Raleigh May 31, 2007
"That philanthropic impulse started a long time ago. Soon after she graduated from Greensboro's Bennett College in the 1970s, Jarra joined the Peace Corps and spent 14 years doing humanitarian work in the West African nation of Gambia.Jarra subsequently started her career in corrections in 1983 when she went to work at the Fountain Correctional Center for Women in her native Rocky Mount."Need actually drew me to it," said Jarra, who at the time had three children to provide for. "But it got into... (Foster's Daily Democrat)
Blumenthal submits final Bennett development plans May 25, 2007
Now that Blumenthal's final plans are in the hands of the village planning board, he is ready to start holding meetings whereby officials and residents will be able to discuss his application. The first meeting occurred four days after his submission, on May 17, during the village Architectural Advisory Committee (AAC) meeting at village hall. (Millbrook Round Table, NY)
Big names pomp up graduation May 21, 2007
-Earlier in MayMaya Angelou, Bennett College for Women, Greensboro, N.C.. Bob Barker, Drury University, Springfield, Mo. (USA Today -- Life)
Edward Waters names Williams president Apr 30, 2007
Williams is the executive vice president of Bennett College in Greensboro, N.C. Her selection concludes a search that started in March 2006 and drew 52 applicants. "We are extremely excited and elated about our newly elected president," said Bishop Mckinley Young, chairman of the Edward Waters College board of trustees. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Narrowing the gap Apr 19, 2007
One need only look at the rapid growth of the recent Diversity Officers Forum organized by Bennett College, which drew an estimated 500 attendees, for proof of that. Pages: 1. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
Wake up, 'nappy heads' Apr 17, 2007
His remarks also told a nation of black women that it doesn't matter if you're Dr. Ruth Simmons (Brown University president), former Spelman and Bennett College president Dr. Johnetta Cole, National Council of Negro Women president Dorothy Height, acclaimed poet Maya Angelou, famed astronaut Dr. Mae Jemison or Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice; it really doesn't matter what these brilliant women accomplish in their chosen professions as far as Imus is concerned. In his mind and the minds of... (Louisiana Weekly)
Living by design Apr 12, 2007
One of those feast times happened in 2004 when she was commissioned by Bennett College to make special pins for the graduating class. And in 2005, Bennett College commissioned Meauhead to make jewelry for the likes of Poet Maya Angelou and former President Bill Clinton and presidential hopeful Sen ... The jewelry was given by Bennett College to thank them for their participation in the fundraising campaign of 2005. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
Economist, author named Bennett College president Mar 27, 2007
GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Economist and author Julianne Malveaux was named the new president of Bennett College on Monday, taking over the private women's school amid a $50 million fundraising campaign ... Cole has said she wanted to serve as Bennett College's president for five years and leave with the school on a firm financial footing. (Herald Sun)
Bennett College Mar 27, 2007
Bennett names economist its new president - The Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area. Members: Not Registered. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
United Way Women's Initiative Gala Raises Record Amount Mar 15, 2007
"Lynne is a shining example of the kind of dedication and philanthropy United Way's Women's Initiative is trying to cultivate." The evening ended with an inspiring keynote delivered by Dr. Johnnetta Cole, President of Bennett College for Women, and Immediate Past Chair of United Way of America's Board of Trustees. Dr. Cole made history in 1987 by becoming the first African American woman to serve as president of Spelman College. (PR Newswire)
John Edwards Vows 'Carbon Neutral' Campaign Mar 15, 2007
Speaking to a crowd of college students at Bennett College, the former North Carolina senator urged all Americans to help reduce the emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. "It's time for the president of the United States to ask Americans to be patriotic about something other than war," Edwards said. (Newsmax)
John Edwards on Iraq Vote: Advisers Made Me Do It Mar 15, 2007
"It was not a political calculation," Edwards told reporters after an appearance at Bennett College in Greensboro, N.C. "It was a mistake.". Story Continues Below. (Newsmax)
Sales Factory wins another university client Mar 7, 2007
The Sales Factory's other university clients include Bennett College, the University of South Carolina, N.C. State University's Wolfpack Cub and the N.C. State University Annual Fund. Extra. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
Women's Basketball To Host Iona At Arena Saturday Afternoon Feb 17, 2007
She graduated with honors from Bennett College with an Associates degree and from Charter Oak College with a Bachelor of Science degree. Foster is actively involved in numerous local organizations. (Fairfieldstags.com)
Better returns Feb 9, 2007
He told a neighborhood meeting held at nearby Bennett College last summer that "we assure you, you will be pleased and proud" of the ultimate result. The church has not yet indicated publicly any official timeline for developing the property. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Growing Number of Colleges Provide Tuition Aid to AmeriCorps Alums Feb 8, 2007
List of Colleges and Universities that Match the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award Alaska Pacific University, Anchorage, AK University of Arkansas -- Clinton School of Public Service, Little Rock, AR CA Institute for Integral Studies, San Francisco, CA Mills College, Oakland, CA Notre Dame de Namur University, Belmont, CA University of the Pacific, Stockton, CA University of Delaware, Newark, DE George Washington University -- School of Public Policy, Washington, DC Southeastern University,... (PR Newswire)
Johnson, Sasnett share the team-lead in rebounds for Meredith Feb 7, 2007
Meredith (1-16) plays host to Bennett College on Tuesday. Coffield leading Trojans. (Washington Daily News, NC)
A natural rivalry Jan 25, 2007
"Voorhees (9-6) enters tonight's game coming off a 68-51 win over Bennett College on Tuesday. Claflin (6-12) shot just 22 percent from the field in a 51-38 loss to Central State Monday."Right now, we are kind of desperate for a win," said Walker-Samuels. "We have lost some close ones, and then to lose to Central State the way we did wasn't pretty. Nothing would fall for us. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Party in power: Hercules Conway Jan 8, 2007
"These are young but very intelligent entrepreneurs," Jones says of Conway and Nxlevel's network of event promoters, which includes a five-member production team and dozens of student reps at A&T, UNC-Greensboro and Bennett College. "They don't claim to know it all, and they're eager to learn. And the clientele that comes out to their events, even though they're college kids, are always well-dressed and well-mannered.". (Triad Business Journal, NC)
Read more... Dec 22, 2006
IS honored Dr. Johnnetta B. Cole, president of Bennett College for Women, with the 2006 award recognizing her lifelong commitment to advancing social justice. Learn more about Dr. Cole, as well as the nomination and selection process, on the IS. (PNN Online)
Diversity Institute lays out forum plans Dec 2, 2006
Triad business and civic leaders met this morning at Bennett College to discuss plans for the upcoming 2007 Chief Diversity Officers Forum, an annual event of the. Among the topics of discussion were the theme for the event, scheduled for March 20-22 at Grandover Resort. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
Marketing exec joins Diversity Institute board Nov 23, 2006
It is led by Cole, who is retiring after this school year as president of Bennett College. Cole said Andrews understands the importance of diversity issues and will bring significant expertise to the institute's board. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
16 residents sue village Oct 27, 2006
Friday 27 October, 2006. The Article 78 proceeding is a legal process that allows citizens to seek redress of alleged wrongs by municipalities. (Millbrook Round Table, NY)
N.C. students raise money to sponsor village in Kenya Oct 26, 2006
Students from Bennett College in Greensboro, Duke University and U-N-C Chapel Hill hope to raise the money by June. Their work is part of the United Nations' Millennium Village Project. (FOX Carolina, SC)
Taking Names Oct 25, 2006
The group will also present several awards throughout the evening, including honors for Johnnetta Cole, president of Bennett College in Greensboro, N.C.; and Clarence Otis Jr., chief executive officer of Darden Restaurants -- which operates 1,300 restaurants in North America, including the Olive Garden and Red Lobster. Actor/producer Tim Reid ("WKRP in Cincinnati," "Frank's Place") and his wife, actress Daphne Maxwell Reid ("The Fresh Prince of Bel Air") will serve as the night's emcees. (Washington Times)
People: Judge threatens to jail Foxy Brown Oct 24, 2006
The talk host spoke at Bennett College, which is in the midst of a $50 million fundraising campaign led by poet and novelist Maya Angelou, a close friend of Winfrey, and former Sen. Bob Dole, R-Kan. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
Talk of the Day Colbert shows his sweeter side Oct 22, 2006
The famed talk-show host spoke at Bennett College, which is in the midst of a $50 million fundraising campaign co-chaired by poet and novelist Maya Angelou, a close friend of Winfrey, and former Sen. Bob Dole, R-Kan. (Myrtle Beach Sun News)
Historically black colleges recruit growing Hispanic population Oct 19, 2006
"Ten years out, we're going to have to address that population," said Ulisa Bowles, director of admissions at Bennett College in Greensboro. "We're not going to have enough students if we only have one population. Naturally, the next population that we're really interested in is the Hispanic community.". (Herald Sun)
Yes to women's colleges Oct 4, 2006
Johnnetta Cole, president of Bennett College, a historically black women's college in Greensboro, N.C., and president emerita of Spelman College, points to society to explain relevancy: ``As long as we live in a society where there is power and privilege in being white and being male, we need these institutions. "Despite progress in the business world, there is still a long and sometimes arduous climb for women up the leadership ladder. Women currently hold more than half of the management and... (Boston Globe)
Mentoring is key to increasing minority women execs Sep 20, 2006
"So often the young women are not aware of the possibilities," says Bea Perdue, executive director of the Johnnetta B. Cole Global Diversity & Inclusion Institute at Bennett College. This summer, Perdue and her institute exposed 30 minority girls, ages 14 to 17, to a variety of professional minority women with the second annual "Power Girls" retreat. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Triad ranks well in black/white income disparity Sep 5, 2006
The Triad, however, has an advantage over many other metro areas by having a trio of historically black schools: N.C. A&T, Winston-Salem State University and Greensboro's Bennett College for women. Not only do those schools produce a large number of educated and skilled employees, but they also employ a number of African-American professionals at competitive salaries. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
Bennett housing plan upsets residents Sep 1, 2006
"We need studies," said Eriole regarding the development on Bennett College campus Linda Roberts, chairwoman of the board, asked the developers at the planning board meeting held last Thursday about their plans to attend a public hearing at the planning board's September meeting. She doubted if that would be enough time to thoroughly discuss the plans and all the impact studies. (Millbrook Round Table, NY)
Women leaders to gather in Hawaii Aug 21, 2006
Video presentations also will be featured from Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Johnetta Cole, president of Bennett College. The conference will begin with registration and a continental breakfast at 7:30 a.m. The meeting will follow from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. An informal reception will be held after the last speaker. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Robin Williams seeking alcoholism treatment Aug 10, 2006
Big names help sell benefit tickets Tickets to a fund - raiser for Bennett College in Greensboro, N.C., featuring Oprah Winfrey and Maya Angelou sold fast in the first day of public sale. The private school for black women sold all 300 tickets available Monday, bringing in more than $100,000 for the Oct. 20 event. (Boston Globe -- Living)
'Another Gay Movie' not your typical teen comedy Aug 10, 2006
Johnnetta Cole is leaving her gig at Bennett College with a bang ... Bennett College was running a $2 million budget deficit and was on academic probation when Cole, the former president of Atlanta s Spelman College, took over in 2002. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Winfrey gala tickets becoming rare Aug 10, 2006
The Greensboro (N.C.) News-Record reported that 300 tickets were sold Monday for Winfrey's gala at Bennett College, forcing college officials to start a waiting list that the newspaper says has been growing. With this week's ticket sales for the Oct. 20 event already raising $100,000 for the college's Revitalizing Bennett Campaign, those hoping to score a ticket next month will have to rely on the number of sponsorships the private woman's institution can secure. (Washington Times, DC)
Oprah Fundraiser Tickets Sell Fast Aug 10, 2006
GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Tickets to a fundraiser for Bennett College featuring Oprah Winfrey and Maya Angelou sold fast in the first day of public sale ... Bennett College was running a $2 million budget deficit and was on academic probation when Cole, the former president of Atlanta's Spelman College, took over in 2002. (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
Bennett College Gets Strong Response for Oprah Fundraiser Aug 10, 2006
Bennett College was running a $2 million budget deficit and was on academic probation when Cole, the former president of , took over in 2002. Cole will retire from the school's presidency in June. (Fox News -- Life)
Greensboro dedicates university bus system Aug 8, 2006
The system will connect Guilford Technical Community College, Bennett College, Greensboro College, Guilford College, the Elon University School of Law and UNC-Greensboro with each other and with downtown Greensboro and Friendly Center. N.C. A&T State University chose not to participate in the service. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
Historically black N.C. colleges search for new leaders Aug 1, 2006
Bennett College, North Carolina A&T, Winston-Salem State University and Elizabeth City State University have lost or will soon lose their top officials ... At Bennett College in Greensboro, president Johnnetta Cole has announced the upcoming academic year will be her last. (Herald Sun)
University fund raising pushes on Aug 1, 2006
They're optimistic for the most part, though with interim chancellors in place at A&T and Winston-Salem State and Johnnetta Cole announcing that she will step down from the presidency of Bennett College after the upcoming school year, some donors considering major gifts may put on the brakes until they know who will be leading the school -- and spending their money. This article is for Paid Print Subscribers ONLY.. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
Johnnetta Cole to retire with big gala Jul 12, 2006
Johnnetta Cole to leave Bennett College in June Gala with Oprah Winfrey and Maya Angelou planned ... GREENSBORO, N.C. Johnnetta Cole, who took over as president of troubled Bennett College for Women in 2002, plans to end her five-year term with a bang, announcing Tuesday that Oprah Winfrey and Maya Angelou will headline a benefit gala for the school this fall. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Jim Bennett, college professor also helped lead camp for kids Jul 11, 2006
By The Atlanta Journal-Constitution The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Published on: 07/10/06. With equal aplomb, college professor Jim Bennett could manage the finances for Camp Woodmont and teach campers how to sweep out the dining hall properly. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
International truth groups praise similar work in Greensboro Jul 9, 2006
Participants who've worked on similar projects in countries including South Africa, Sierra Leone, and Peru also praised the Greensboro commission during the two-day, closed-door meeting at Bennett College, which ended Friday. "What is happening in Greensboro is resonating across the country," said Yasmin Sooka, who has advised similar groups around the world. (Herald Sun)
Truth commissions to gather in Greensboro Jul 1, 2006
Those attending the meetings Thursday and Friday at Bennett College are truth commission members from South Africa, Northern Ireland, Peru, and Sri Lanka. Participants in the discussions will compare the work of the Greensboro Truth and Community Reconciliation Project with the work of similar bodies in those countries. (FOX Carolina, SC)
Teesink 21 hosts presentation on historic restoration Jun 30, 2006
"The village was hurting when Bennett College closed. Because of an increase from the second home market from New York City, antiques started to flourish. Troubled businesses were taken over by antique dealers. These dealers got Millbrook over that gap when the village was in trouble," Murphy said. Murphy also noted that Millbrook has a population of 1,400 people, while the Town of Washington has 4,400 people including the Millbrook population. (Pine Plains Register Herald, NY)
