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Voorhees University Students and Alumni Honored at 2026 UNCF National Alumni & Pre Alumni Councils Leadership Conference

Voorhees University Students and Alumni Honored at 2026 UNCF National Alumni & Pre Alumni Councils Leadership Conference

DENMARK, SC, — Voorhees University proudly celebrates its distinguished students and alumni who were recognized during the 2026 UNCF National Alumni and National Pre-Alumni Councils (NAC/NPAC) Leadership Conference, held in February at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria in Houston, Texas. The annual UNCF Leadership Conference brings together more than 500 students, alumni leaders, HBCU administrators,

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Voorhees University Appoints Dr. LaVada R. Rice as Vice President of Enrollment Management

DENMARK, SC, — Voorhees University proudly announces the appointment of Dr. LaVada R. Rice as its new Vice President of Enrollment Management. A visionary and transformational servant leader with more than 20 years of administrative and higher education experience, Dr. Rice brings a dynamic blend of strategic enrollment leadership, student success advocacy, and operational excellence

Voorhees University Awarded $500,000 HBCU Health Discovery Implementation Grant to Advance Rural Health Initiatives

DENMARK, SC, – Voorhees University proudly announces that on February 17, 2026, its Rural Community Development Institute’s (RCDI) Rural Health Team was awarded a $500,000 HBCU Health Discovery Implementation Grant from the South Carolina Center for Rural and Primary Healthcare. The funding, provided through the HBCU Health Discovery Grant Program, will be distributed over a

Dr. Ronnie Hopkins

Voorhees University Board of Trustees Unanimously Extends Contract of President Dr. Ronnie Hopkins Through 2031

DENMARK, SC, February 9, 2025—The Board of Trustees of Voorhees University has unanimously approved the extension of President and CEO Ronnie Hopkins’ contract, ensuring his continued leadership of the institution from 2026 through 2031. The unanimous vote reflects the Board’s strong confidence in Dr. Hopkins’ visionary leadership, steady stewardship, and transformative impact since assuming the presidency

Voorhees University Hosts Dr. Emorja Roberson for Two-Day Celebration of Black Sacred and Choral Excellence

DENMARK, SC, – In celebration of Black History Month, Voorhees University will host a special two-day residency featuring distinguished conductor, vocalist, composer, and scholar Emorja Roberson on February 19–20, 2026, in Massachusetts Hall at Voorhees University. Titled “Voices of Black Sacred and Choral Excellence,” the residency will include a lecture, master class, community rehearsal, and

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Voorhees University Announces President’s Community Engagement Itinerary for February 2026

Denmark, SC — Voorhees University proudly announces its President’s Community Engagement Itinerary for February 2026, led by Dr. Ronnie Hopkins, the University’s 10th President and CEO. The itinerary reflects the institution’s continued commitment to faith-based partnerships, community presence, and collaborative leadership throughout South Carolina and beyond. Throughout the month of February, President Hopkins will engage

Voorhees University Students and Rural Community Development Institute Members Complete Mental Health Training; Receive Certificates from Mental Health America of SC

DENMARK, S.C. – Voorhees University Student Health Ambassadors and members of the Rural Community Development Institute have completed a series of mental health trainings — Mental Health 101, S.A.D. (Sadness, Anxiety, Depression), Compassion Fatigue, and Stress & Anxiety for Teens — and will receive certificates of completion from Mental Health America of South Carolina. The

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Voorhees Professor Leads Student-Athlete Substance Abuse and Opioid Prevention Education Forum at Dillard University

DENMARK, SC – Voorhees University continues its commitment to student health, safety, and wellness through impactful community engagement. Dr. Marcus Amos, Professor of Sport Management, served as a featured presenter at a critical health and wellness forum hosted by the Department of Athletics at Dillard University on January 23, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Titled “Saving

Student Health Ambassadors

11 Voorhees University Student Health Ambassadors Receive $22,500 in Scholarships

DENMARK, SC – Eleven student health ambassadors have been awarded a total of $22,500 in scholarships in recognition of their leadership, service, and commitment to promoting health and well‑being among their peers and in the community. The ambassadors serve as peer educators, wellness advocates, and liaisons between students and school health services. Their responsibilities include

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