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Voorhees University’s Dr. Zhabiz Golkar Appointed to National AI Workforce Accreditation Advisory Council

Denmark, SC, – The National Council for AI Workforce Program Accreditation (NCAIWPA) has appointed Dr. Zhabiz Golkar- Jessie Dorsey Endowed Chair Professor at Voorhees University and Founding Executive Director of the Center of Excellence for Research and Program Innovation (CERPI) to its Academic Advisory Council, recognizing her leadership in advancing artificial intelligence education and workforce

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Dr. Ronnie Hopkins Named President of the Year 2026 Education Insider Magazine

DENMARK, S.C., – Voorhees University proudly announces that President and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Ronnie Hopkins has been recognized by Education Insider Magazine as University President of the Year 2026, a prestigious honor recognizing exceptional leadership, innovation, and unwavering commitment to advancing higher education.The annual recognition celebrates presidents whose visionary leadership has strengthened institutional growth,

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Voorhees University Honors the Legacy of UNCF President and CEO Dr. Michael L. Lomax Following Leadership Transition Announcement

DENMARK, S.C. – Voorhees University joins the nation in recognizing the extraordinary leadership and lasting impact of Dr. Michael L. Lomax following the announcement that he will conclude his tenure as president and chief executive officer of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) in June 2027. Since assuming leadership in 2004, Dr. Lomax has helped transform

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Voorhees University Names Sierra Artemus Director of Marketing and Communications

DENMARK, S.C. – Voorhees University announces the appointment of Sierra Artemus as its new Director of Marketing and Communications, effective July 15, 2026. In this role, Artemus will lead the university’s communications and marketing efforts. Artemus brings more than a decade of experience in media relations, public affairs, and broadcast production to the position. Most

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Voorhees University Appoints Dr. Lawrence Flowers as Dean of the School of Science, Technology, Health & Human Services

DENMARK, S.C. – Voorhees University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Lawrence Flowers as Dean of the School of Science, Technology, Health & Human Services, effective Wednesday, July 1, 2026. A distinguished scholar, educator, and STEM leader, Dr. Flowers brings more than two decades of experience in higher education, research, academic administration, and student

American University of Antigua College of Medicine and Voorhees University Announce Strategic Partnership to Expand Pathways to Medical School

New Collaboration Creates Transformative Opportunities for HBCU Students Pursuing Careers in Medicine Denmark, SC  â€” The American University of Antigua College of Medicine (AUACOM) and Voorhees University, one of South Carolina’s distinguished Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), are proud to announce a new strategic partnership designed to create expanded pathways for aspiring physicians through enhanced

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Voorhees Students Gain Career Insights at National HBCU Business Deans Roundtable and Student Summit

Denmark, SC, — Two Voorhees University students, Candence Gray and Jaydon Robinson, recently attended the National HBCU Business Deans Roundtable Student Summit at Deloitte University in Dallas, Texas. The summit brought together students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the nation for an immersive experience connecting them with representatives from Fortune 500 companies.

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Voorhees University Student Leaders Strengthen Leadership Skills at NASAP Student Leadership Institute

DENMARK, S.C. – Voorhees University is proud to recognize several outstanding student leaders who represented the institution at the NASAP Student Leadership Institute (SLI) 2026, held May 27 – June 1, 2026, at Claflin University in Orangeburg, South Carolina. The NASAP Student Leadership Institute is a six-day intensive, interactive, and engaging leadership development experience designed

Voorhees University Student Breaks Triple Jump Record & Track Team Finishes Top 5 at NAIA Outdoor Track & Field Championships

DENMARK, SC, – Voorhees University capped off a historic showing at the 2026 NAIA Outdoor Track & Field Championships with one of the strongest performances in program history, finishing fifth overall in the men’s team standings out of 113 competing institutions while producing eight All-Americans and a national champion.Leading the way for the Tigers was

Voorhees University Student Health Ambassadors Participate in Black AIDS Institute Internship

DENMARK, SC, – Two student health ambassadors from Voorhees University recently completed a specialized internship through the Black AIDS Institute (BAI), gaining valuable public health knowledge and experience focused on HIV awareness and its impact on African American communities. Mr. Jaydon Robinson and Mr. Dahjmere Reddick, both members of the University’s HBCU Health Initiative, participated

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