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Mykel (left) and Markel Rainey. Mykel and Markel Rainey, Randolph-Clay High School Valedictorian and Salutatorian, Class of 2023 Mykel and Markel Rainey were raised in a household of five siblings in Cuthbert, Ga. - population 3,520 and the county seat of Randolph County. Under the close guidance of two parents who had scant patience for academic mediocrity, the fraternal twins learned early that poor grades came at a steep price: no TV or electronics for weeks. “Our parents pushed us since we were in first grade,” said Mykel. “Mom really pushed hard for us to get straight As and Bs.” The parental prodding, coupled with the example of having two older sisters who graduated college - one a physical therapist and the other a nurse – was perhaps the spark that ignited the younger boys’ rise to excellence in high school. As juniors, while participating in an honors ceremony at school, the twins saw a glimpse of what it could be like to rise to the top. “What if we were to do this?” Mikel s...

  SSU’s Powerhouse of the South is No. 1 for DII November Rankings The Powerhouse of the South, Savannah State University’s (SSU) own marching band, was rated Number 1 in Division II for the Month of November in the latest ranking for the ESPN Band of the Year HBCU band championship. Performances are judged on an individual basis, with judges giving scores for specific areas only, said the announcement of HBCUgameday.com The judging committee is co-chaired by Jackson State Director of Bands Emeritus, Professor Dowell Taylor, and Dr. Julian E. White, FAMU Director of Bands Emeritus. Congratulations to all the members of the illustrious Powerhouse of the South and to Dr. Arnold. Read the full article HERE .

  The Women's and Men's Basketball teams will take on the University of South Carolina Sand Sharks tomorrow, November 21, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. at the Enmarket Arena in Savannah. To purchase tickets, visit Savannah Invitational Enmarket Arena - November 21, 2023 | TicketSales.com . Go Tigers!

Kareem McMichael  Savannah Film Alliance to Honor SSU’s Kareem McMichael The Savannah Film Alliance will recognize Savannah State University’s (SSU) Kareem McMichael during its annual Honors Gala on November 17 at Victory North in Savannah.   McMichael, the online content manager in the Department of Journalism and Mass Communications at SSU, is being recognized for his invaluable contributions to the local film and television industry. An award-winning filmmaker and documentarian, McMichael has produced short films in various genres and documentaries with social justice themes.   A native of Macon, Ga., he has worked for the ABC, Fox, and CBS news affiliates in Savannah and is currently serving on the Savannah Cultural Affairs Commission. He is on the Board of Governors for the Southeast Emmy National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences and previously served on the Savannah Film Commission. He is the director of the Southern Regional Press Institute, a two-day...

Savannah State University (SSU) will kick off the holiday season with a special Lighting of the Holiday Tree in front of historic Hill Hall, Thursday, Nov. 16 at 5 p.m. The campus community will gather to hear remarks from Interim President Cynthia Robinson Alexander, J.D. and to enjoy cookies, apple cider and hot chocolate.   What:             Lighting of the Holiday Tree   Who:               Savannah State University students, faculty, staff and alumni   When:             Thursday, Nov. 16 at 5 p.m.   Where:            H istoric Hill Hall, 3219 College Street, Savannah, Ga. 31404

  The Savannah State University team at the awards ceremony of the 2023 Southeast Model of the African Union (SEMAU) Conference. From left to right front row: faculty advisor Dr. Philip Omunga, Kenza Ouedraogo, Jinorri Wilson; Second row: Vanessa Washington, Anayah Lewin, Dorissa Fergusson; Third row: Kailee Mack, Brenae Falana, Brinnae Davy; Forth row: Ailani Greenlee, Elaine Siebo, Tye Henderson, Oshja Hester, Miquina Bell.   SSU Model African Union Team Earns Awards at the 2023 SEMAU Conference The 2023 Southeast Model African Union (SEMAU) Conference was held Nov. 8-11 on the campus of Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw, Ga. This year’s simulation of the annual meeting of Heads of State of the African Union (AU) was centered around the theme “Coup d’états and Democratic Sustainability in Africa.” The Savannah State University (SSU) Model African Union (AU) team represented the African countries of Gabon, Nigeria and Rwanda. SSU students participated in the conferen...

SSU's Jaden Saunders was invited to participate in the inaugural Southwest Airlines Showcase at Cedar Crest Golf Course in Dallas, Texas. Savannah State University's Jaden Saunders has been invited to participate in the inaugural Southwest Airlines Showcase at Cedar Crest, a new national amateur invitational designed to spotlight the talents of top young golfers from diverse and underrepresented groups. Hosted by the local nonprofit I AM a Golfer Foundation, the event will debut Nov. 13-15 at historic Cedar Crest Golf Course in Dallas, Texas. The Golf Channel will provide live television coverage. The Southwest Airlines Showcase will feature an elite field of 21 men and 21 women, representing more than 33 colleges and universities and 20 states. In addition, four nationally ranked high school golfers also received invitations to compete in the inaugural event. The tournament format is 54 holes of stroke play, with the men's and women's divisions vying concurrently for...

  View Via Live Stream Founders Day Celebration 2023

  What: The 2023 Founders Day observance. The program celebrates the history of Savannah State University (SSU) and those who have contributed to its success since its establishment on November 26, 1890. There will be presentation of awards to members of the community. Who: Alumna MarRonde A. Lumpkin-Lotson ’93, '00, assistant director of economic development for the City of Savannah, will deliver the Founders Day address. Students, faculty, staff and special guests will join in the celebration. When: Thursday, Nov. 9 at 10 a.m. Where: The Student Union Ballroom on the SSU campus, 3219 College Street Savannah, Ga. 31404

         Shannon Sharpe surrounded by SSU students during the live taping of ESPN's First Take on Nov. 6 at Tiger Arena Shannon Sharpe, Class of ’91, returned to campus Nov. 6 to a warm and festive welcome by students, faculty and staff who packed Tiger Arena for a glimpse of the SSU alumnus and Pro football hall of famer. On campus for the live taping of ESPN’s First Take, Sharpe joined Stephen A. Smith and host Molly Qerim as they kicked off back-to-back live roadshows at two HBCUs - Savannah State and Winston-Salem State, Smith’s alma mater. Regarded as one of the greatest National Football League’s (NFL) tight ends of all time, Sharpe spent 14 seasons in the NFL, primarily with the Denver Broncos and became the first NFL tight end to amass more than 10,000 receiving yards. A cheering crowd of students, faculty, staff and special guests descended on Tiger Arena to witness the 2-hour live taping of the weekday sports debate show. The event allowed Sharpe to re...

SSU’s Student-Led Literary Journal Kicks Off Campus Competition, Hosts Special Events Nov. 6 -10   Estuary Creative Arts Journal , Savannah State University’s student-led publication, announces that it is seeking submissions from students across the campus for its 2023-2024 literary competition. The submission categories include best overall poem; best overall short story; and best narrative non-fiction. In addition, the publication will accept artwork, comics, and any works of imagination. The deadline for submission is Feb. 1, 2024. Winners will be announced on Feb. 23. All submissions must be submitted to estuary@savannahstate.edu . All entries must include full name, major, entry category and contact information. Attached files must be word document or image files for art.  Additionally, Estuary is hosting a series of events that include:   Poetry Reading on the Patio - Nov. 7, 5 p.m., Gardner Hall An open mic night by the marsh featuring music, readings an...