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The Center of Excellence for Research and Program Innovation (CERPI) and Western Atlantic University School of Medicine Establish Transformative Pathway to Medical Education

April 3, 2026

The Center of Excellence for Research and Program Innovation (CERPI) at Voorhees University, is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM). This collaboration creates a streamlined pathway for aspiring physicians through the VU 10 White Coat Scholars program.This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishes a conditional admission program

Voorhees University Announces Founder’s Week Celebration, April 8–12, 2026

April 3, 2026

Denmark, SC, -Voorhees University will proudly celebrate its rich legacy and enduring mission during Founder’s Week, taking place April 8–12, 2026, with a series of commemorative events honoring the vision of founder Elizabeth Evelyn Wright and the institution’s continued commitment to faith, scholarship, service, and social justice. The week’s signature event, the 129th Founder’s Day Convocation, will be

Voorhees University Sophomore Jayden Burris Named NAIA Men’s National Athlete of the Week

April 3, 2026

DENMARK, SC, — Voorhees University sophomore standout Jayden Burris has earned national recognition as the NAIA Men’s National Athlete of the Week, as announced by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) on March 30, 2026. This prestigious honor marks a significant milestone in Burris’ rapidly ascending track and field career.

Now Accepting Applications: Fall 2026 Research Internship Opportunities

March 30, 2026

The Center of Excellence for Research and Program Innovation at Voorhees University is excited to announce that applications are now open for its Fall 2026 Paid Research Internship Program. This program offers outstanding students the opportunity to gain hands-on research experience in high-impact fields, including: Eligibility is limited to STEM students with a minimum GPA

Voorhees University Academic Honors Convocation

March 18, 2026

Join us as we celebrate the dedication, achievement, and academic excellence of our students during the Voorhees University Academic Honors Convocation. We are honored to welcome Dr. Gwendolyn E. Boyd as our Convocation Speaker. Dr. Boyd is a distinguished civic leader, educator, and philanthropist whose work and leadership have inspired countless students and professionals across

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

March 11, 2026

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,

Voorhees University Vice President Charlene Johnson Guest Speaker at Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Workshop

March 6, 2026

DENMARK, SC — Voorhees University is proud to share that Mrs. Charlene M. Johnson, Voorhees Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics, will be the guest speaker for the 2026 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Women in Athletics Workshop in Norfolk, Virginia. The event will be held Monday, March 9, at the Marriott Waterside Hotel in Norfolk, Virginia.

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

February 25, 2026

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

February 24, 2026

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

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

February 9, 2026

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

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