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Agree to Amicable Separation JCSU Announces Departure of STEM College Dean


to meet the MEAC’s July 1, 2017 deadline for withdrawal from the Conference.


The MEAC and Hampton University have agreed to terms that are fair to both parties. This agreement allows for Hampton University and MEAC member institutions to play as non-conference opponents in the future and preserves the traditional rivalries held dear by stakeholders of both Hampton University and the MEAC.


our DR. DENNIS E. THOMAS Council


Officers of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) and Hampton University have come to an amicable agreement with regards to Hampton’s resignation from the conference. Hampton University consents to a fine of an undisclosed amount for failing


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and I believe this agreement is best for all parties going forward,” said Dr. William R. Harvey, President of Hampton University. “This agreement is not only what’s best for Hampton


relationship


University with


the MEAC


it is what’s best for our collective students, alumni, boosters and fans.”


University and the MEAC, but agreement


MEAC and Hampton University,” said Dr. Dennis E. Thomas, MEAC Commissioner. “We wish Hampton University student athletes, coaches and staff continued success in their future endeavors.”


“We are very pleased with the reached


between the


Claflin Accepted in CIAA The Central In-


tercollegiate


Association (CIAA) Board of Directors has voted to formally accept an application for membership from Claflin University, as announced by the conference office on Wednesday. Located in Orangeburg, South Carolina,


Athletic values


Johnson C. Smith University President Clarence D. Armbrister has announced the


Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and James B. Duke Distinguished Associate Professor of Computer Science. Her tenure at JCSU will end on March 31, 2018.


Technology,


resignation of Dr. Hang Chen, dean of the College of Science,


Since joining the University in 2004, Chen has made tremendous contributions to the quality of education offered by JCSU. She has excelled as an educator, administrator and scholar and is respected for excellence and innovation in the field of higher education. Her contributions as a scholar and as a leader have been transformational in the lives of students and the life of the University.


Chen will serve as the associate provost at the University of Cincinnati, where she received her doctorate


looks forward to


professional relationship with her as she continues to innovate higher education through her work in Cincinnati.


athletic program sponsors 10 of the CIAA's 14 championship sports.


the Panther


female sports programs that bring competitive


Claflin University's student-ath- letes, administration, staff, alumni, and fans to the CIAA," said Jacqie McWilliams, CIAA Commissioner. "The institution is a fit for our conference based on their location within our demographic region and commitment to sponsoring sports programs that bring competitive and championship growth in the CIAA. They will expand our footprint into the South Carolina market, reinforce our commitment to the student-athlete experience and employ strategies that engage alumni and fans within the region to support our mission and vision."


"It is my pleasure to welcome the


Athletic Association (SIAC) of its departure and will join the CIAA as a full member effective July 1, 2018. The newest CIAA member will be eligible for competition for the 2018-19 academic year. A historically


Claflin has formally notified Southern


Intercollegiate


founded in 1869, Claflin has a tradition of excellence in inter- collegiate athletics led by men's basketball, who recently won the SIAC men's championship title. Other


black university


women's basketball, softball, volleyball,


women's indoor track and field, men's and women's outdoor track and field, and men's and women's cross country.


men's and


"The CIAA is committed to sponsoring a range of male and


James A. Anderson. "The CIAA will seek to sponsor additional men's sports like


growth within the conference and to the regions that all our participating schools represent," said CIAA Board of Directors Chair and Fayetteville State


and championship University Chancellor


tennis to maintain a healthy number of automatic qualifications. The addition of Claflin University allows the conference to facilitate this goal while expanding our geographical footprint."


baseball and


the conference since Lincoln (PA) University re-joined


programs. Claflin boasts a plethora of championship trophies. Since stepping in to NCAA Division II competition by joining the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) in 2008, Claflin has won volleyball,


of the league's


including Olympic


men's basketball championships. An impressive number of student-ath- letes have won top individual honors, including an Olympic qualifier.


baseball, softball, and


sponsored sports include baseball,


situation for the University and our student-athletes," said Claflin University President Dr. Henry N. Tisdale. "The CIAA aligns with our institutional profile and the proximity of its members to Orangeburg is very attractive for our alumni and supporters."


"We believe this is a win-win


conference's 13th member institution, Claflin will strengthen the breadth of CIAA competition, that


Claflin is the first addition to in 2010. The


Dr.


particularly the growth of the computer science program, have been integral to the University’s burgeoning reputation in STEM, said President Armbrister.


Dr. Harvey FROM PAGE 1


respect for others had a lasting effect on me.” Harvey said. “An award carrying such a name as Franklin’s is one to be admired and celebrated. I am honored and humbled to be in the company of John Hope Franklin Award winners.”


Harvey has served Hampton University with dignity and created a monumental legacy. He is among the longest sitting college or university presidents in the United States.


For nearly 40 years, Dr. that focuses on the role of and Diverse is a publication


issues pertaining to underrepre- sented groups in higher education. Originally titled “Black Issues in Higher Education,” the magazine converted to its current title in 2005 to reflect the inclusivity of America’s changing demographics. Diverse is considered the premier source of timely news, commentary, interviews and special reports on diversity in higher education. The publication addresses issues that not only affect African-Americans, but Asian Americans, Hispanics/ Latinos, American Indians, people with disabilities, seniors, veterans and other underrepresented groups in higher education.


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degree. JCSU a continued


“Dr. Chen leaves


academic rigor that has produced market-driven


a


legacy


of


and recognition of JCSU as an institution that is leading the way in STEM education for minorities and women,” Armbrister said. “Her focus on student outcomes has resulted


presenting successfully at national conferences and earning prestigious internships. She will be truly missed.”


The groundwork Chen has laid through her work in the College of STEM has provided a firm foundation on which the University can continue to build. She has had a positive impact on all who have known and worked with her at JCSU. She will indeed be missed. Thank you, Dr. Chen.


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