March, the month we celebrate women’s history, is an appropriate time to take a good look at the status of women in our judicial system. We all know that representation matters, and the federal judiciary has been sorely lacking on this front. March, the month we celebrate women’s history, is an appropriate time to take a good look at the status of women in our judicial system. We all know that representation matters, and the federal judiciary has been sorely lacking on this front. Lady Justice is an iconic symbol of the American judicial system. In one hand, she holds…
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NASHVILLE, TN — Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Tau Lambda Chapter, will hold a wreath laying ceremony commemorating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a Drum Major for Justice, during its 54th anniversary. Remembering their late fraternity brother who said: “Yes, if you want to say that I was a drum major, say that I was a drum major for justice.” “Say that I was a drum major for peace. I was a drum major for righteousness. And all of the other shallow things will not matter.” Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., was the the first intercollegiate Greek-letter fraternity established for African…
After an exciting 22 year career in the United States Air Force and a lucrative 48 year career in dental practice, Dr. Robert L. Phillips retires. Born in Wetumka, Oklahoma in 1940, Dr. Phillips, an avid Christian and member of the Greater New Zion Baptist Church of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma is not only retiring from his dental practice, the longtime resident of MidWest City, Oklahoma is contributing his dental equipment and instruments, valued at approximately $1 million to the dental ministry of the National Association of Christian Educators. The organization will ship the equipment and instruments to its dental ministry…
It’s Always a Time for Radical Change The educational training for women to lead as Christian workers began over 90 years ago at the Scarritt Bible and Training School in Kansas City, Missouri and then moved to Nashville in 1924 as Scarritt College for Christian Workers. The Scarritt Bennet Center makes yet another bold step in its history. The Center will honor the two Black women who integrated the predominantly white institution Scarritt College for Christian Workers, that at the time was admitting international students, but not African Americans – in 1952. The recognition takes place as part of…
By Taylor Nichols Many students know they want to attend an HBCU long before it comes time to apply. The benefits of attending an HBCU are abundant — they’re known for their diverse and inclusive student bodies, strong campus communities, supportive learning environments, and of course, their crucial role in Black history and American history. HBCUs are also known for the positive financial impacts they offer. Most serve a higher rate of students receiving the Pell Grant than other schools, and many are recognized for the value they provide to lower income students by boosting them into higher income…
NASHVILLE, TN (TSU News Service) — Tennessee State University Flying Tigers graduate student R’Lazon Brumfield finished in second place in the triple jump at the recent 2022 NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships at CrossPlex in Birmingham, Ala. Brumfield, a four-time Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) indoor track and field triple jump champion, is the first Flying Tiger to reach the podium at an NCAA Indoor Championship. Brumfield’s distance of 16.56m (54-4) in the competition March 11-12 was the second-best out of a field of 16 competitors. The winner from Oregon (Emmanuel Ihemeje) defeated Brumfield with a distance of 16.83m (55-22/3). Brumfield outjumped…
MADISON, TN — On March 10, the fictional FiftyForward Madison Station train took its longest journey yet, to Hawaii. Emceed by Lelan Statom, NewsChannel 5 meteorologist and co-host of Talk of the Town, guests were entertained by the Ukedelics during the cocktail hour and got a taste of island life as they supported and learned about the work FiftyForward does to support older adults in the community. A special treat at this year’s event came from individuals in the FiftyForward Madison Station member community. Two FiftyForward Madison Station center members (Alfred St. Aubin and Mary Taylor) surprised everyone by wearing…
NASHVILLE, TN — Trevecca Nazarene University’s second annual Giving Day on March 15 resulted in total gifts of $1,505,353, surpassing its goal of $1.5 million and exceeding the contributions from last year’s inaugural Giving Day by more than $287,000. During the Giving Day festivities, Trevecca also provided a free meal for students, faculty and staff to celebrate the opening of a fully renovated dining area in the Jernigan Student Center, one of last year’s primary fundraising designations. The renovated space, which occupies most of the building’s first floor, now has the capacity to seat 450 students, an upgrade from the…
By Nathaniel Weixel A Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory panel will meet April 6 to discuss COVID-19 vaccine booster doses, the agency announced Monday. The meeting comes amid a renewed debate about who might need booster shots and the broader goals of the U.S. vaccination campaign. There’s clear evidence that the vaccines’ protection against infection wanes after several months across all age groups. Still, many health experts have questioned the effectiveness of repeat booster shots in younger healthy peopleAn initial round of doses, plus a single booster, is enough protection to keep most people out of the hospital. The…
NASHVILLE, TN — The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is the #1 voluntary health organization in the United States for people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases. For over 70 years, MDA has led the way in accelerating research, advancing care, and advocating for the support of our families. MDA’s mission is to empower the people we serve to live longer, more independent lives. Throughout MDA’s history, local volunteers and community have been at the heart of MDA’s mission-focused efforts. MDA chose Tennessee, The Volunteer State, and the city of Nashville as the kick-off for its MDA Tribute…