Clinton College is thrilled to announce that four exceptional students have been awarded the prestigious Rev. Jesse Jackson Career Scholarship, each receiving a generous scholarship of $10,000! This scholarship is a significant recognition of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to service. The Rev. Jesse Jackson Career Scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance and…
Hood Theological Seminary hosted the Annual International Center for Faith, Science, and History (ICFSH) on October 11, 2024, titled “Soil and Souls in Dialogue.” The keynote speaker was Dr. Stephanie Boddie, Associate Professor of Church and Community Ministries, Baylor University, Waco, Texas. Dr. Boddie, in her talk, made comparisons between the planet and personal struggles….
Livingstone College wrapped up a memorable 2024 football season, finishing 5th in the CIAA with a 4-3 conference record and a 6-4 overall mark. The Blue Bears closed the season in style, securing a hard-fought 15-10 victory over regionally ranked Johnson C. Smith University in the historic Commemorative Classic—a rivalry dating back to the very…
On November 5, 2024, the voters of this nation elected Donald J. Trump as our next president. While many are overjoyed with decision, just as many are not. The current divide in this country has caused many to reflect and pontificate on why voters chose Trump. Was it fear, his perceived machismo, misogyny and or…
Livingstone College recently celebrated the academic and professional aspirations of 32 exceptional students during its 4th Annual White Coat Ceremony. This event, a milestone in the institution’s dedication to STEM excellence, honored students who achieved a 3.0 GPA or higher and displayed a strong passion for careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The ceremony…
Thanksgiving as a national holiday, originally, had absolutely nothing to do with the Pilgrims and the so-called Indians; and it had nothing to do with colonialism or the Europeans who settled amongst the indigenous inhabitants on America’s east coast in the 17th Century. It was established during the Civil War in 1863, several months after…
On Tuesday, November 12, the Salisbury Branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW) partnered with the Honors Program of Livingstone College to host “Elimination of Sexual Assault Kit Backlog” facilitated by Outreach Specialist Sarah Welsch of the North Carolina Department of Justice. The event was on the campus of Livingstone College in Andrew Carnegie…
Archinya Ingram, a dedicated and influential leader in higher education, has recently been appointed as Interim President of Clinton College, succeeding Dr. Lester A. McCorn. Her extensive experience and contributions over nearly two decades at Clinton College make her uniquely suited to lead this historic institution during its transitional phase. Background and Professional Journey Mrs….
The 2024 Commemorative Classic delivered a thrilling showdown, as Livingstone College claimed a hard-fought 15-10 victory over Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) on November 9. Held at Alumni Memorial Stadium in Salisbury, this historic rivalry between two of the oldest Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in football history once again showcased its fierce competitive…
As a kid, I wanted to be a dancer like Lola Falana. If you don’t know Lola Falana, then you don’t know Sassy, and you don’t know Cutsey, and you don’t know Demure because she was all of that and then some. Now, if I was going to be a dancer, there was only one…
As President of Clinton College since 2017, Rev. Dr. Lester McCorn has left an indelible mark on the institution, guiding it through remarkable growth and innovation. Under his leadership, the college transitioned from a two-year institution to offering a suite of four-year degree programs, including nursing, cybersecurity, and public health. This shift not only expanded…
On Sunday, October 20, 2024, under the leadership of the newly appointed pastor of Little Rock, Rev. Dr. Derrill A. Blue, Lay Day was celebrated. Presiding over the worship service was the local President, Ms. Gloria Joyner Johnson, who prayed the invocation. After the Youth/Young Adult Choir led the congregation in the Hymn of Praise,…
December 2024, Brooklyn, NY.., On Thursday morning, November 7th, members of the Northeastern Episcopal District gathered at the Cross Street A.M.E. Zion Church, Middletown, CT., for our Leadership Training Institute. This was the first such meeting under the leadership of our newly appointed Episcopal Leaders, Bishop George D. Crenshaw and Mrs. Laurenna Crenshaw. After praise and…
December 2024, New York, NY…, The Christmas Season is one of the most joyous times of the year. We are celebrating the birth of Jesus, the light of the world! For many, Christmas traditions include trimming trees, stuffing stockings, giving gifts, and gathering with friends and family for dinner. For some, Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas…
October 20, 2024, Lay Day was observed throughout The A.M.E. Zion Church. The North Charlotte District of the Western North Carolina Conference met at the Reeves Temple A.M.E. Zion Church, Davidson, NC, Rev. Dr. William McKenith, Pastor. The worship program participants included Ms. Tina Harrison (Rockwell A.M.E. Zion) who did an excellent job presiding over…
I was recently contacted by Mrs. Lucy Beamon, SOZ Contributor and member of Bethel A.M.E. Zion Church, Elizabeth City, NC, requesting that the SOZ share an article (which is printed below) published in the Roanoke Beacon Newspaper about Julius Walker, Jr. Mr. Walker is a member of Morning Star A.M.E. Zion Church in Roper, NC…
November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and Family Caregivers Month. To mark these events, the Alzheimer’s Association Western Carolina Chapter is encouraging people to lend a helping hand to more than 373,000 North Carolina family members and friends serving as Alzheimer’s caregivers. “The demands of being an Alzheimer’s caregiver are all-encompassing and increase over…
December 2024, New York, NY…, On Sunday, October 27, 2024, The Mother African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, where Rev. Dr. Malcolm J. Byrd is Senior Pastor, celebrated its 228th Anniversary. The service opened with the processional presentation of Anniversary Memorial Flowers to the beat of African drums as the Songhai Deli Ensemble played the gathering…
The Health Ministry of The A.M.E. Zion Church is pleased to partner with the American Diabetes Association (ADA) to bring you vital information about diabetes. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and November 14, 2024, is World Diabetes Day in the United States. During November, we want to raise awareness of the nearly 1 in 2…
December 2024, New York, NY… In June 2024, Ingrid Spears, reached out to The Star of Zion and asked if we would write an article about her son Caiden’s “remarkable journey.” We said, “Absolutely!”, and Part 1 of Caiden’s story appeared in the July 2024 edition. This is some of what Caiden said: “My name…
