Committee's parsimony takes a toll on the young Aug 26, 2008
Any graduate of a Jacksonville public high school who qualified for the free or reduced lunch program will be eligible for a scholarship to attend the University of North Florida, Edward Waters College, Jacksonville University or Florida Community College at Jacksonville. One of the keys is to get low-income students who normally wouldn't think about college thinking in that direction. (Florida Times-Union)
College life begins with moving in Aug 25, 2008
The difficult move is over and the adventure begins today with the first day of classes at UNF, Jacksonville University, Florida Community College at Jacksonville and Edward Waters College. Saying goodbye. (Florida Times-Union)
Slow-moving Fay lashing parts of First Coast Aug 21, 2008
- Other higher education: Edward Waters College, all Florida Community College at Jacksonville locations, Florida Coastal School of Law, Sanford-Brown Institute (classes will resume Friday), Troy University, all Webster University classes for both Jacksonville Metropolitan Campus and Jacksonville Naval Air Station, Everest University, 8226 Philips Highway (Orange Park campus, 805 Wells Road, will remain open) and Keiser University (classes will resume Friday). - Southeastern School of... (Florida Times-Union)
Edward Waters College: Hope and opportunity are resurgent on campus Aug 19, 2008
Edward Waters College is Florida's oldest independent college ... Claudette Williams, Ed.D., is president of Edward Waters College. (Florida Times-Union)
Head to school to get back to work Aug 9, 2008
Edward Waters College, credentials for leadership in management and business, (904) 470-8075 ... Edward Waters College announced this week it will offer its first online courses this fall for working adults looking to get an accelerated degree in business management. (Florida Times-Union)
Transportation hits students at pumps Aug 4, 2008
Edward Waters College will offer its first online courses this fall as a part of the CLIMB program, which is aimed at adults who want to get their degrees on the fast track. David Jaffee, assistant vice president for undergraduate studies at UNF, said technological advances have made it possible for online courses to replicate many aspects of a classroom experience such as video demonstrations and immediate feedback on assignments through chat features. (Florida Times-Union)
Seeking thousands who can vote anew Aug 1, 2008
BRIANA SCROGGINS/The Times-UnionRichard Dixon visits a civil rights restoration workshop Saturday at Edward Waters College. The event, sponsored by 100 Black Men and AARP, let ex-offenders check to see if they were eligible to have their rights restored. (Florida Times-Union)
Weekend of violence leaves fear, resignation Jul 22, 2008
They live just west of Edward Waters College. "People are just tired of it," said Bratcher, 47, who's lived on the block for 10 years. (Florida Times-Union)
New Town: A new beginning Jul 20, 2008
Note to readers: The Times-Union editorial page is examining urban issues facing Jacksonville by looking closely at communities proposed for a children's zone, the areas of New Town near the Farmer's Market and Eugene Butler Middle School and Grand Park near Edward Waters College. There was a short, awkward silence while Walter Johnson paused, gathering his thoughts as he prepared to answer the animated young man with dreadlocks. (Florida Times-Union)
Links Inc. donates money to Claflin Jul 14, 2008
The program has already endowed Bennett College, Spelman College, Bethune-Cookman College, Florida Memorial University, Edward Waters College and Florida A&M University. Carolyn Sherman, president of the Orangeburg Chapter of The Links Inc., says the chapter "will continue to grow the endowment by contributing at lease $1,500 annually from proceeds raised through the annual White Rose Luncheon.". (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Stricken kids 'rock' Jul 7, 2008
More recently, it presented "empty ashtray" awards to four local institutions that have become smoke-free: St. Vincent's Medical Center, Baptist Medical Center, Mayo Clinic and Edward Waters College. It never made sense to allow smoking at hospitals; after all, it causes many ailments that hospitals treat. (Florida Times-Union)
Success Zone: Making progress Jun 27, 2008
Landmarks are Butler Middle School, S.P. Livingston Elementary School and Edward Waters College in New Town and Grand Park Career Center. New beginnings: There is a possibility that a closed community center next to Butler Middle School could be opened with a new mission. (Florida Times-Union)
2 Charged In Slaying Of College Executive Jun 26, 2008
-- Police on Wednesday announced the arrest of two men in the death of an Edward Waters College executive killed in his Arlington apartment on March 10. Jeffrey Hardiman, 45, was the vice president of planning and research at the college. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Law & Disorder: 2 charged in EWC official's death Jun 26, 2008
Two Jacksonville men were arrested this week in the March slaying of an Edward Waters College administrator ... Celeste Pattee, director of communications and marketing for Edward Waters College, said the two men never attended EWC.. (Florida Times-Union)
Fighting Crime: On street level Jun 15, 2008
Note to readers: The Times-Union editorial page is examining some of the urban issues facing Jacksonville, especially the area around what is called New Town near the Farmer's Market and Eugene Butler Middle School, and Grand Park near Edward Waters College. Part of an occasional series. (Florida Times-Union)
Grown-ups getting back into class mode Jun 9, 2008
At Edward Waters College, returning students can take Credentials for Leadership In Management and Business, designed for working adults. Gloria Calvy Scott, 40, signed up because she felt the timing was right to get her bachelor's degree in business. (Florida Times-Union)
Colleges seek ways to raise donations in tight economy Jun 4, 2008
5 million Edward Waters College 2005-06 $1 ... Angela Getter, vice president for institutional advancement at Edward Waters College, said officials plan to increase donations by improving alumni relations, which has been a problem in the past. (Florida Times-Union)
Four cheers: Good progress Jun 2, 2008
That money will be available for scholarships at Edward Waters College, University of North Florida, Jacksonville University and Florida Community College at Jacksonville. Tuition is going up rapidly. (Florida Times-Union)
Bullet Holes, Questions Remain After 5 Shot May 31, 2008
After the shooting about 9 p.m. at the intersection of Pearce and W. Fourth streets -- near Edward Waters College -- rescue personnel transported four to the hospital and another made it there on his own. Two of the five were believed to have serious injuries, but none of the injuries were believed to be life-threatening. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Police: 5 People Injured In Drive-By Shooting May 30, 2008
The shooting took place just before 9 p.m. near the intersection of Pearce and West Fourth streets off Kings Road, just blocks south of Edward Waters College. "About 9 p.m. one of the officers was patrolling the area when he first heard gunfire. He rode up and discovered multiple people had been shot in an apparent drive-by, said Jacksonville Sheriffs Office Chief Wayne Clark. It's still sketchy at this time about the type of vehicle and the suspects. He said a large group of people was... (News4Jax.com, FL)
LAW & DISORDER: Drive-by shooting sends 5 to hospital May 30, 2008
Five people were wounded in a drive-by shooting Thursday night within two blocks of Jacksonville's Edward Waters College. None of the injuries was life threatening, but all five men were being treated late Thursday night at Shands Jacksonville. (Florida Times-Union)
Csx's Loco Motive May 18, 2008
The company also donated 25,000 to Edward Waters College, in Jacksonville, which has close ties with Rep ... Ten days after the hearing, CSX chief Michael Ward donated another 1 million to Edward Waters College ... CSX said it and its executives have been donating money to Edward Waters College for at least 15 years and that Ward has made three 1 million donations to local charities. (New York Post -- Business)
Higher education will feel deep budget pains next year May 13, 2008
Jacksonville University Edward Waters College Private institutions, they receive no state funds ... Jacksonville University and Edward Waters College are private institutions that do not receive state funding. (Florida Times-Union)
A reconciliation to-do list May 4, 2008
It ranges from the work of the NAACP, Edward Waters College and Urban League beginning a century ago, to the black churches, fraternities, sororities, social clubs and organizations. Today, there are thousands of initiatives in black, Hispanic and Asian communities striving to level the playing field from within. (Florida Times-Union)
Health care comes last on many students' lists May 3, 2008
UNF, Edward Waters College, Flagler College and Jacksonville University all offer student health care plans ... Edward Waters College Requirement: Students are automatically billed and cannot opt out of the plan. (Florida Times-Union)
S.C. State names finalists for president Apr 23, 2008
During his 20 years in higher education, he has served as vice president at Edward Waters College and Bethune-Cookman College. In addition, he was a dean and department chair at Bethune-Cookman. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Author-activist's bookstore moves beyond the shelves Apr 21, 2008
Hughes came to Jacksonville in 2001 to open a bookstore at Edward Waters College and then headed back to New York. She'd been a community activist and organizer in New York for decades but decided in 2003 to stay for good after falling in love with the sunshine. (Florida Times-Union)
Programs attract Hispanics Apr 13, 2008
I'm proud to report that Hispanics comprise 15 percent of the total students attending the 28 Independent Colleges rsities of Florida institutions, which include Jacksonville University, Edward Waters College and Flagler College in Northeast Florida. Many of our member institutions aggressively recruit Hispanic students, faculty and administrators. (Florida Times-Union)
Metro calendar Apr 9, 2008
Spring Career Fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Edward Waters College, Adams-Jenkins Sports & Music Complex, 1859 Kings Road. (904) 470-8218. (Florida Times-Union)
Plymouth’s LaGroon named top boys’ hoops coach Apr 6, 2008
Mitchell is still fielding offers, but is said to be leaning towards Edward Waters College in Jacksonville, Florida to play football. LaGroon said the transition to Plymouth was made easier by the fact that he was coaching a close knit group. (Washington Daily News, NC)
More of this story Apr 3, 2008
The Royals travel to Jacksonville on Friday to play a three game series against conference opponent Edward Waters College. The Royals are in fourth place in the Florida Sun Conference and EWC is in fifth. (Lake Wales News, FL)
First Coast Happenings Apr 2, 2008
Live entertainment in The Tigers Den, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays through April 25, Edward Waters College, 1658 Kings Road. Includes music, talent shows, studio time and vendors. (Florida Times-Union)
New Hope in New Town: Another chance Mar 28, 2008
Note to readers: The Times-Union editorial page is going to be examining some of the urban issues facing Jacksonville by looking closely at one of the target communities, the area around what is called New Town near the Farmer's Market and Eugene Butler Middle School and Grand Park near Edward Waters College. This is part of an occasional series. (Florida Times-Union)
Religion Calendar Mar 28, 2008
Includes the collegiate choir, comprised primarily of Edward Waters College students. (904) 353-1822. (Florida Times-Union)
College scholarships await low-income Duval seniors Mar 25, 2008
Edward Waters College will award about 12 scholarships a year, and it has an open-enrollment policy ... Interested students should contact any participating college: University of North Florida, Florida Community College at Jacksonville, Jacksonville University or Edward Waters College. (Florida Times-Union)
Four Cheers: A rare donation Mar 24, 2008
That is just how dire the financial situation is at Edward Waters College, and how special the $1 million donation was by CSX chief executive Michael Ward. Ward's donation was revealed last weekend during the inauguation festivities for Claudette Williams. (Florida Times-Union)
Remembering racism: Black, white, human Mar 22, 2008
EMILY BARNES/The Times-Union Greg Gordon Jr. stands near the basketball courts at Edward Waters College ... "I grew up around a lot of different people, so I look at everybody equally, but they don't all look at me equally because I'm a big, black guy," he said during a break from a pickup basketball game at Edward Waters College. (Florida Times-Union)
Letters from readers Mar 21, 2008
EDWARD WATERS COLLEGE ... I had the privilege of attending the inauguration of Claudette Williams as president of Edward Waters College ... As a recent retiree to Florida, I knew little of Edward Waters College. (Florida Times-Union)
New chapter for Edward Waters Mar 16, 2008
Photos by BRUCE LIPSKY/The Times-UnionClaudette H. Williams (left) of Edward Waters College and Johnnetta Betsch Cole, formerly of Bennett College for Women and Spelman College, show their joy upon hearing of a $1 million donation to Edward Waters ... BRUCE LIPSKY/The Times-UnionMichael Ward of CSX Transportation and Claudette H. Williams of Edward Waters College, celebrate after he gave a $1 million donation to the college Saturday ... Photos by BRUCE LIPSKY/The Times-UnionClaudette H. Williams... (Florida Times-Union)
Edward Waters College: Needs are great Mar 16, 2008
Edward Waters College is getting back on track through the leadership of new President Claudette Williams ... It was an impressive experience for the CSX employees, Ward said, because so many in the Edward Waters College family turned out ... Edward Waters College has a historic record of educating African-Americans, especially black males, that make it a shining star of hope in Jacksonville. (Florida Times-Union)
Cora Ross: She was teaching the language of life Mar 16, 2008
Mrs. Ross, a daughter of a former slave, earned a bachelor's degree at the University of Pittsburgh in 1928, and that year began teaching at Edward Waters College in Jacksonville. Two years later, she became a Duval County public school teacher. (Florida Times-Union)
Bills would limit Bright Futures Mar 9, 2008
Edward Waters College 9. Amount given out last school year. (Florida Times-Union)
Edward Waters College VP Found Dead Mar 7, 2008
-- Shockwaves were sent though the campus of Edward Waters College when 24 hours after a man was found dead in an Arlington apartment, authorities identified that man as the school's vice president of planning and research effectiveness. Jeffery Hardiman, 45, had recently been promoted to the vice president position at the college where he worked for seven years. (News4Jax.com, FL)
LAW & DISORDER: Administrator at EWC found dead Mar 7, 2008
Jacksonville police said Thursday they suspect foul play in the death of an Edward Waters College administrator at an Arlington apartment complex. Jeffrey Hardiman, 45, was found dead in his home Wednesday at the Riverbend Apartments at 3500 University Blvd. N., police said. (Florida Times-Union)
AT&T to fund 200 local scholarships Mar 5, 2008
The fund will provide scholarships for more than 200 local students attending , the University of North Florida, and Edward Waters College. The program will fund an endowment from voluntary contributions given monthly through JEA utilities payments. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Children's Zone: Working for kids Feb 28, 2008
Some facts and figures of the area near Edward Waters College and Eugene Butler Middle School that has been selected to be the focus of community support for children ... Schools in the area include Eugene Butler Middle School and Edward Waters College ... They also paid great attention to the leadership in the community, mentioning City Councilman Warren Jones, principal Sylvia Johnson of Eugene Butler Middle School and Claudette Williams, president of Edward Waters College. (Florida Times-Union)
Moses Criswell He teaches Eastside children 'life skills' Feb 26, 2008
After attending Edward Waters College, he spent three decades serving as pastor to churches across the state. But eventually he was summoned home to Triumph the Church and Kingdom of God in Christ on the Eastside, the church in which he had grown up. (Florida Times-Union)
Students score scholarships Feb 25, 2008
- $1,000 to Edward Waters College: Elise Jackson (school not available) ... - $1,000 to Edward Waters College: Lance Walker, Andrew Jackson High School ... - $1,000 to Edward Waters College: Jamel Woods, Wolfson High School. (Florida Times-Union)
Don't miss this event Feb 22, 2008
Former Sheriff Nat Glover, a graduate of Edward Waters College, says it may have saved his life by giving him options. There is a great opportunity coming up Sunday, especially for first-generation students, low-income students and minority students. (Florida Times-Union)
Tourism potential Feb 20, 2008
- The oldest center of African-American learning in Florida, established in 1866 - Edward Waters College. Information on these and other sites on the Black Heritage Trail are on the Jacksonville Visitors and Convention Center site, www. (Florida Times-Union)
International trade center needed Feb 13, 2008
We need a program that would offer a comprehensive, coordinated program that was not redundant with our higher education systems that would tie into Edward Waters College, Florida Community College at Jacksonville, Jacksonville University and, of course, the University of North Florida. CHARLES MUSSALLEM III. (Florida Times-Union)
Edward Waters needs support Feb 11, 2008
Regarding the idea to offer education and job training, we at Edward Waters College, with open enrollment, successfully take in young people, as they are ... Edward Waters College takes them and reshapes their jagged perspective, and gives them circumspection and dignity ... Edward Waters College has been there. (Florida Times-Union)
A NEW CALL TO SUCCEED Feb 9, 2008
Though Glover is paid by UNF, he represents other colleges: his alma mater, Edward Waters College, Florida Community College at Jacksonville and Jacksonville University ... Education: Edward Waters College, bachelor of science in social science, 1966; University of North Florida, master in education, 1987. (Florida Times-Union)
Claflin baseball falls to Edward Waters Feb 8, 2008
Edward Waters College 7, Claflin 4. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Partners pitch college, not jail, for kids Feb 4, 2008
Details of the plan are still being ironed out, but the general framework is straightforward: guaranteed scholarships to the University of North Florida, Edward Waters College, Jacksonville University and Florida Community at Jacksonville for any student who has the financial need. The only partner that has not yet made a financial commitment is the Duval County School Board. (Florida Times-Union)
Energize, mobilize Feb 3, 2008
Here is one that has been floated elsewhere: A university center that includes Edward Waters College, Florida Community College at Jacksonville, the Duval County public schools, University of North Florida, Jacksonville University, Jones College and the University of Florida's Shands campus in a grand collaboration that provides education, job training and job placement ... A number of places, but one obvious location would be near the Edward Waters College campus. (Florida Times-Union)
Barnidge could be next to represent Broncos in NFL Dec 30, 2007
Edward Waters College: Trent Stewart, junior running back, Middleburg. Bethune-Cookman College: Brian Sumlar, freshman running back, Orange Park (282 yards on 64 carries and three touchdowns). (Florida Times-Union)
Lee puts her name on the line for an old friend Dec 26, 2007
He started gambling while at Edward Waters College and eventually became addicted. "You can bet the number of first downs a team is going to get in a first quarter, or you can almost bet on anything the whole game. ... " he said. (Florida Times-Union)
Tootsie won't go without if she can help it Dec 15, 2007
Mills graduated from Edward Waters College and was an English teacher at SOS Charter Middle School. After budget cuts, Mills' paycheck was cut in half and eventually she was let go. (Florida Times-Union)
Crucial dialogues Dec 12, 2007
The second forum Monday at the Wayman Ministries Spirit of Life Worship Center on Labelle Street featured 28 speakers, similar to the first forum Nov. 26 at Edward Waters College. They tossed out ideas on everything from needs for better police visibility to more mental health services for ex-cons to better leadership from the mayor and city council. (Florida Times-Union)
Bring your ideas, suggestions Dec 8, 2007
The first forum at Edward Waters College on Nov. 26 attracted more than 100 people and about 30 speakers. They offered a wide range of suggestions, from making it easier for ex-offenders to become productive members of society to providing more jobs and setting up a community trust fund to aid at-risk youth. (Florida Times-Union)
Good, bad, ugly Dec 3, 2007
" Let's see, that amounts to five Good Samaritans and one driver. Hyatt goes green The Hyatt Regency hotel on the Jacksonville riverfront received the third green lodging designation in Duval County from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Hotels and motels are advised to adopt cost-saving measures that reduce waste and conserve natural resources, the department reported in a press release. Examples: Water conservation through low-flow plumbing fixtures, a linen reuse program,... (Florida Times-Union)
Black men's group seeks to save a generation Nov 30, 2007
Claudette Williams, president of Edward Waters College, said her students have a role to play, both as mentors and mentees. "We have already lost a generation, I'm sure," she said. (Florida Times-Union)
Plenty to offer Nov 28, 2007
Seven council members listened for over two hours as more than 100 people turned out at Edward Waters College. About 30 people spoke, identifying a wide range of crime factors that included poverty, a lack of jobs, poor education, fatherless homes, health problems, domestic violence and hurdles for offenders re-entering society. (Florida Times-Union)
Tonyaa Weathersbee: CITY SOJOURN: SCLC chairman: Economic justice is the new civil rights Nov 28, 2007
" Trying to help struggling black people find strength to change their condition isn't a new mission for the SCLC. It was, after all, founded in the wake of the 1955 Montgomery bus boycott. When Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus seat to a white man, it led to a boycott that lasted 381 days. It also catapulted the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. - who was the SCLC's first president - into the national spotlight. In the past, the local SCLC chapter had drifted into obscurity, but it has regrouped.... (Florida Times-Union)
