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Five Voorhees Students Receive UNCF Scholarships

February 20, 2024

Denmark, SC – February 9, 2024 – Voorhees University proudly announces that five outstanding students have been awarded prestigious scholarships from the United Negro College Fund (UNCF). Ja’Myah Haynes has been recognized for her academic excellence along with student athletes Diamond Bullard, Dayreontae Foster, Julius Phillips, and Bryce Wilson who have been recognized for their academic achievements and athletic

Voorhees Establishes Nonviolent Task Force with Local Law Enforcement

February 7, 2024

February 1, 2024, DENMARK, SC— Voorhees University proudly announces the establishment of the Voorhees University Nonviolent Task Force under the auspices of the Becoming Beloved Community Foundation. This initiative brings together local law enforcement representatives from Bamberg, Barnwell, and Allendale Counties, with the Director of Orangeburg Public Safety, Charles P. Austin, serving as an advisor. The

Voorhees University Hosts Inaugural Women’s Health Workshop

February 7, 2024

February 6, 2024, Denmark, SC – Voorhees University is proud to announce it’s first Women’s Health Workshop, scheduled for Friday, February 9, 2024, at Massachusetts Hall, located at 151 Academic Circle, Denmark, SC 29042. The workshop will comprise two sessions, with a morning session commencing at 10:00 am and an afternoon session at 1:00 pm. The

Voorhees University Hosts 2nd Annual National Girls & Women In Sports Day

February 5, 2024

Denmark, SC – January 31, 2024 – Voorhees University’s Department of Intercollegiate Athletics proudly announces the hosting of the National Girls and Women In Sports Day Event on February 24, 2024, from 8 am to 12:00 pm. This event, free for girls ages 10-18, celebrates the achievements of girls and women in sports and education, aligning

Voorhees To Host Continental Athletic Conference Basketball Pod

January 23, 2024

January 23, 2024 (Denmark, SC) —Voorhees University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is excited to announce that they will host the Continental Athletic Conference Basketball Pod from January 26-28, 2024. The event will take place at the Voorhees University Leonard E. Dawson Health and Human Resource Center, 481 Porter Road, Denmark, SC 29042. Voorhees University is proud to

Rep. Clyburn announces nearly $2M in funding for Voorhees University

January 18, 2024

Denmark, SC – January 17, 2024 – South Carolina was awarded nearly $2 million in funding for one of the Palmetto State’s eight HBCUs, Rep. James E. Clyburn (D, S.C.–06) announced Tuesday. “Time and again, the Biden-Harris Administration has shown tremendous dedication to our nation’s HBCUs, and more specifically, institutions of higher learning in South Carolina,”

Group photo, from left to right: Dr. Margaret Gilmore, Samella Porter, Marcus Rivera, Rev. Floyd Hughes, Dr. Ronnie Hopkins (President and CEO of Voorhees), Rev. Isaiah Odom, Terri Franklin, Elder Priscilla Spruill, Dr. Cleveland Sellers

Voorhees University salutes community citizens in first-ever Breakfast to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

January 16, 2024

Group photo, from left to right:

Dr. Margaret Gilmore, Samella Porter, Marcus Rivera, Rev. Floyd Hughes, Dr. Ronnie Hopkins (President and CEO of Voorhees), Rev. Isaiah Odom, Terri Franklin, Elder Priscilla Spruill, Dr. Cleveland Sellers

VOORHEES UNIVERSITY TO CONDUCT ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING FOR CAMPUS COMMUNITY

September 19, 2023

DENMARK, SOUTH CAROLINA — Voorhees University is committed to the safety and security of its students, faculty, and staff. In line with this commitment, the university will be conducting an active shooter training session titled “Surviving an Active Threat: Run. Hide. Fight.” on September 19 and 20, 2023. This comprehensive training will be held at

VOORHEES UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT DELIVERS INSPIRING ADDRESS AT FALL OPENING CONVOCATION

September 8, 2023

Dr. Ronnie Hopkins, president of Voorhees University, delivered an impassioned keynote address during the institution’s 127th Opening Convocation Thursday, ushering in the start of the academic year. In his address, Dr. Hopkins highlighted the university’s rich history, celebrated its founder, Elizabeth Evelyn Wright, and emphasized the pursuit of excellence “the WRIGHT way.” Hopkins began by

VOORHEES NAMES REV MARIE-CARMEL CHERY AS DEAN OF CHAPEL & SPIRITUAL ENGAGEMENT

September 1, 2023

Voorhees University takes immense pride in announcing the appointment of Reverend Marie-Carmel Chery as the new Dean of the Chapel & Spiritual Engagement, as well as the Vicar of St. Phillips Chapel. In addition to these significant roles, Reverend Chery will hold the esteemed position of Assistant Professor of Theological Studies at the university. A

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