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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.

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

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,

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.

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

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