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Hampton University and the City of Hampton Partner to Hampton University Form Hampton University Severe Storm Research Center Student, Nupol Kiazolu, Crowned Miss Hampton University has received a killing 54 people and causing over $24 billion $135,000.00 grant from the Economic in damages. “We want to be able to detect USA 2019-20 Development Authority City of Hampton, those thunderstorms, big and small. Our Virginia, a political subdivision of the weather modeling tool is high-resolution Commonwealth of Virginia, (“EDA”) to temperature and moisture soundings derived fund the “Center of Excellence,” Hampton from satellite observations received in real-time University’s Severe Storm Research Center. at Hampton University. With the addition of expert weather scientists supported by modern “With the creation of this Center, Hampton techniques and advanced technology, the University can continue to provide Center will be able to have better prediction breakthrough satellite data and real-time The “Center of Excellence” will be a facility, models of the land fall of hurricanes and the information about area storms with our which will operate in the City of Hampton as location of severe thunderstorms,” said Bill weather technology that rivals most weather a high-tech company and create value-added Thomas, Associate VP of Governmental centers in the country,” said Hampton jobs. It will foster collaboration among various Relations at Hampton University. University President, Dr. William R. Harvey. regional and state economic drivers and allies to pursue excellence in weather forecast capability. For more information about the Center of The “Center of Excellence” will use Hampton Excellence, contact Dr. William L. Smith, University’s state of the art weather technology Through commercialization, the Center will promote success in the achievement of its Director; or Dr. James Russell, Hampton for weather data collection, analysis and University Center for Atmospheric Sciences Hampton University rising sophomore, Nupol prediction, and recruit world-class experts, as objectives as well as grow in an innovative and Kiazolu was recently crowned Miss Liberia entrepreneurial eco-system. at [email protected] or James.Russell@ well as collaborating with the EDA to support, hamptonu.edu. USA 2019-20, in her first ever participation in a pageant. This year was the 17th Annual Pageant, promote and expand key clusters. It will also The primary goal for the Center is to be better provide the latest severe weather reports, for the which took place on Liberia’s Independence Day, prepared for storms like Hurricane Florence July 26th at the Suzanne Roberts Theater in safety, health and welfare of the citizens of the that hit North Carolina in September 2018, City of Hampton. Philadelphia, PA. “Ms. Nupol Kiazolu is just one example of the best and the brightest students that we have Hampton University Receives $340,658 here at Hampton University. We know that she will continue to succeed and represent her ‘Home by the Sea’ in all her future endeavors. Technology Grant to Create Esports Lab Congratulations!” said Hampton University President, Dr. William R. Harvey. The Hampton University Department of “This is a great example of how Hampton Many African Americans have not been Sports Management secured a $340,658 University continues to be ahead of the game. afforded these opportunities. There is a void Kiazolu is a political science major on the technology grant from the Department of We always provide students with the best in diversity between HBCUs and the history pre-law track from Brooklyn, NY. She is an Homeland Security to create an Esports lab, opportunities to excel and advance in whatever of the white institution level. I’m looking to activist and organizer, the President of Black offering courses in Esports to students. profession they choose. We are excited to increase the diversity in Esports and also have Lives Matter Greater NY and the Founder see the elevation of this new addition to our a revenue opportunity for this institution and CEO of Vote 2000, where partnered with campus,” said Hampton University President, at the same time,” said Instructor of Sports DoSomething.org, the organization aims to get Dr. William R. Harvey. Management, David C. Hughes. young people to register to vote. Kiazolu was also featured in Teen Vogue’s 21 Under 21 class Esports or electronic sports is a competition With this technology grant, Mr. Hughes will of 2018, which spotlights extraordinary young using video games, taking the form create an Esports lab on campus and spearhead women, girls and femmes making waves in their of organized, multiplayer video game the curriculum change that will allow Hampton industries or passions of choice. competitions, particularly between professional University to offer courses. Contestants of the Miss Liberia Pageant are players, individually or as teams. Fortnite, “The first thing we have to do is create a lab, scored in six categories: preliminary interview, League of Legends, Counter-Strike, Call of African wear, talent, platform, evening wear Duty, Overwatch and Madden NFL are the then we’ll offer a concentration in Esports at the graduate level. In the lab, we’ll have and final interview question. The winner of the most popular at-home video games for gamers. pageant receives a monetary award as well as TV’s, video games, computers, and people can The gamers are watched as they play and an all-expense paid 10-day trip to Liberia. As practice their craft of playing video games,” followed by millions of fans all over the world. the winner, Kiazolu will also attend speaking Fans attend live events or tune in on TV or said Hughes. “They can learn how to play a engagements, make appearances and be able to online. video game, play with each other and against network with like-minded individuals. each other. The lab will be on the fifth floor of “Esports is the newest thing in sports the library. We have a goal to kick things off “Past winners and contestants have gone on management. Since 2016, there has been $16 summer 2020.” to create nonprofit organizations focusing on million allocated for Esports Scholarships. 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The Virginia Department of Health has Also of note, in April, Dr. Nomonde recently approved Hampton University’s Nolutshungo, the Minister Counsellor formal request for one fixed MRI (magnetic (Health Attaché) for the Republic of South resonance imaging) machine to be constructed Africa, toured HUPTI. She met with at the Hampton University Proton Therapy Hampton Mayor Donnie Tuck and the Institute. Institute’s medical staff to discuss ways to make the proton therapy cancer treatment “With the addition of this state-of-the-art modality available to the residents of South technology, HUPTI can continue to ease Africa. In the country of 58 million people, Hampton University human misery and save the lives of cancer over 100,000 citizens disproportionately suffer patients. This is our mission at the world’s from prostate, breast, lung, colorectal and Names Dr. Jodi Jensen only free-standing proton beam cancer other cancers. Following Dr. Nolutshungo’s treatment center,” said Hampton University visit, subsequent meetings with HUPTI staff First Women’s President, Dr. William R. Harvey. are being scheduled to decide what next steps The addition of an on-site MRI machine last several months. In March of this year, can be taken to help the people of South Triathlon Coach will be a big boost to the facility, as it will HUPTI surpassed 3,000 patients treated since Africa gain access to proton therapy. its inception in 2010. Hampton University eliminate the need to outsource imaging The Hampton University Proton Therapy also became a Member of the National Dr. Joetta ( Jodi) Jensen, the current Director to other locations. “This is a big win for Institute is located in Hampton, VA and Cancer Institute’s Quantitative Imaging of Aquatics at Hampton University, was Hampton University and HUPTI as well as a currently treats breast, lung, prostate, head and Network (QIN), and secured a $2 million announced as the first head coach of the major progression for our patients’ care,” said neck, ocular, GI, brain and spine and pediatric contract for cancer imaging research from Hampton Women’s Triathlon team. Dr. Vahagn Nazaryan, HUPTI’s Executive cancers. Director. “Positive developments such as this the Commonwealth of Virginia Department “It is my pleasure to welcome Dr. Jensen to our one allow for expedited patient treatments and of Health to assist in further developing For additional information about HUPTI, athletic department,” said Hampton University previously inaccessible research opportunities.” research resources at HUPTI to support please call (757) 251-6814 or email cordereau. Director of Athletics Eugene Marshall, Jr. various health-centered projects, one of which [email protected]. “The creating of our first women’s triathlon The approval for a new MRI machine is included MRI imaging capability at the team is another step in the vision of our one of the many notable achievements facility. President, Dr. William R. Harvey, as the and milestones for the Institute over the Standard of Excellence and we look forward to seeing this team develop under Dr. Jensen.” She has been the Director of Aquatics at Hampton University Welcomes the Class of 2023 Hampton since 2004 where she teaches undergraduate classes in swimming, lifeguard During Two-Day Move-In, August 23 and 24 training, water safety, First Aid and CPR. Jensen has taught all levels of swimming in all It’s that time of year again! Hampton on Saturday, August 24, which included areas from children, to adults, to helping train University welcomed nearly 1,000 new a warm welcome address from Hampton triathletes. Hamptionians to their new ‘Home by the University President, Dr. William R. Harvey. Sea,’ as they moved into their residence halls, Dr. Harvey spoke about the importance of the Dr. Jensen is a nationally recognized Aquatics in preparation of having a successful year first day of college for both the parents and Professor with over 30 years of experience during the two-day move-in, August 23 the students. in the industry. Before coming to Hampton and 24. University, she worked in public parks and “A sincere welcome to each of you to the place recreation for James City County and the we affectionately call our ‘Home by the Sea.’ City of Newport News, managing indoor To the parents, I extend a special welcome and aquatic facilities, outdoor aquatic facilities express my appreciation and wise decision to and a waterfront. Dr. Jensen also taught at entrust Hampton University with your son or Christopher Newport University and Old your daughter. This day is an accomplishment Dominion University. of a dream as your child is now beginning “With Hampton being the first HBCU school college. Today is both a beginning and ending. to sponsor women’s triathlon, it is another You are ending a phase of parenting in which Armstrong founded Hampton, he said that step in the school continuing to be a leader you have had significant control over your there were two things that he wanted. One, he for opportunities for women,” Jensen said. children’s lives. You are now beginning a phase wanted a top-notch academic program, which “Our first year we will be looking to build in which you will have an opportunity to see today would be called workforce development. the foundation and participate in a meet in the fruits of your labor as your child begins Secondly, he wanted an institution, which October held at Smith Mountain Lake, Va. to now take control of his or her own lives was of high character. He said of the two, Following a year to hit the recruiting trail, we through their own decisions and subsequent character was even more important. At would be looking to make an impact on the Several organizations from Hampton actions,” Dr. Harvey stated. Hampton, we believe that good character is national scene in year two and beyond.” University’s student body and staff were available campus-wide, helping the newest During his address, Dr. Harvey also provided the main ingredient for a life well-lived.” She earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree Hamptonians and their families move items statistics about the incoming class of 2023, in Public Recreation and Tourism from into the residence halls. It also provided such as top majors and the top states the Christopher Newport University in 1997 an opportunity for students to meet their students hail from. He spoke to the incoming and her Masters of Public Administration classmates, Resident Assistants, Residence students about their wise decision to make from Old Dominion University in 2002. Dr. Hall Directors, staff, administrators and get to Hampton University their “Home by the Sea.” Jensen received her Doctorate of Philosophy know the historic campus they will call home “Today, you are embarking on what promises in Educational Management from Hampton for the next several years. to be one of the richest experiences of your University in 2018. “I feel so comfortable here already and very lives. Furthermore, let me assure you For more information on Hampton University that your decision to attend Hampton was have already met new people. It really feels Hampton Life (Vol. 11 Issue 6) women’s triathlon, please contact the Office a very wise one. I am confident after these like home,” said Kamryn Guile, incoming is published monthly by of Sports Information at 757-727-5757 or freshman, kinesiology major from Bowie, 42 years as President, that the decision to Hampton University in the visit the official Pirates website at Maryland. “I’m looking forward to the choose Hampton was for the same reason that Office of University Relations. www.hamptonpirates.com. football games, classes, and learning all that other outstanding young men and women I can.” chose to attend Hampton. This university Contributors: has a commitment to excellence, equal Matthew White, Glenn Knight, Throughout the weekend, students and opportunity, quality education and character. B. Da’Vida Plummer, their families were able to attend social and We offer dynamic academic programs, Jessica Zimmerman, Alexis Brower informative events, including an open mic athletics programs and support services for our night, talent show, and the Opening Session students,” Dr. Harvey said. “When General 2 • HAMPTONLIFE • AUGUST 2019 The Hampton University Office of Alumni Affairs Unveils the 2019 Forty Under 40 Class Hampton Forty Under 40 Society Whether they are working late into the evening to brightest under 40, setting trends, surpassing goals non-Hamptonian Office of Alumni Affairs staff, www.hampton40under40.com meet a deadline, waking up early to fit in a workout and making a difference, they still manage to give of University academic professionals and administrators before going in to work, preparing their kids for their time and treasure to their beloved alma mater. took on the challenge of choosing the top 40 honorees school, or rushing to a nonprofit board meeting, and Mentors of the Year, based on a set criteria, to Hampton University’s 2019 Forty Under 40 class is Narrowing down an extremely talented pool of make up this year’s class. anything but lackadaisical. nominees for this year’s Forty Under 40 class was no small feat. The Office of Alumni Affairs received Stay tuned to learn more about our 2019 Forty Some of these fine men and women work for the 283 nominations and from these nominations, our Under 40 Class. An induction ceremony brunch October 26, 2018 government; some are employed by the private sector; selections committee created a short list of approxi- will be held on Friday, October 25, 2019 from 10 and others work as their own bosses—yet all of them mately 80 finalists who have demonstrated the highest a.m. – 12 p.m. to recognize our honorees. For ticket are making their mark and representing their “Home levels of achievement, whether in their career or information, please visit hamptonalumnievents.com. by the Sea” well. In between being the best and the community work. A judging panel consisting of select Join us in congratulating the 2019 Forty Under 40 Honorees: Dear Hampton University Forty Under 40 Honorees, Ms. Nasiya Acklen Atty. Jemika Davenport Mrs. Ashley Huggins Laryea Dr. Matthew Smith And, the 2019 Forty Under 40 Congratulations on being named to the 2018 Class of the Hampton Y

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Mr. Carrington Carter Ms. Melissa Blount Gray Dr. Marrielle Myers Ms. Courtney Thornton Mrs. Erica Roberson-Peters4 special about our ‘Home by the Sea.’ You are a testament to why Dr. Ebony Copeland Dr. Tywana Groce Ms. Tisa Rabun-Marshall Ms. Erika Whitehead Mr. Curtis D. Young R we say Hampton University brings the best and the brightest to our Ms. Erin Cosby Dr. Tamara Jackson Henderson Dr. Nagela Sainté-Thomas Ms. Danielle Williams E nation’s communities. Through your constant dedication to Hon. Samantha Cutler Mr. Joshua Jones Ms. Temisan Shebi Dr. Shaun Woodly D

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RN-BC has been appointed to the role of asso- and physical therapists prepared to address the ers raising their grandchildren with a focus of University, and U leaders and achievers. ciate professor at Hampton University’s School unique needs of older adults. addressing management of chronic disease. Her Pacific Lutheran L

A of Nursing. Her newly created role will help community-engaged research has also addressed University, Tacoma I am so pleased to be in this moment with each of you, sharing in develop the University’s Center of Excellence “The population of Virginians age 65 and nutrition insecurity, social isolation and its effect Community G older are expected to double between 2010 and N this special achievement. More importantly, I am excited about the in Gerontology that will focus on developing on older adults. College and Pierce U 2030; and almost one in five Virginians will be next steps in your journey as leaders in your communities and as inter-professional health care providers to deliver College (all in Washington). Additionally,O Dr.H ampton alumni. I look forward to the legacy you will build for the considered a senior citizen, according to statistics “We are simply thrilled to have Dr. McQueen- Y care for older adults, developing community- McQueen-Gibson is serving an appointment next young honorees, and where we will go, together, in based programs to address social determinants from the University of Virginia’s Weldon Gibson as part of the Hampton School of by Virginia Governor Ralph NorthamY to the Cooper Center for Public Service. Hampton Nursing family! She brings a tremendous level T strengthening and growing our great institution. of health for older adults and lead community- Virginia Board of Nursing. She is alsoI serving on

S engaged research with a focus on helping older University is uniquely placed to be a leader in of experience, and with her skill sets, our vision the U.S. Secretary of Health & Human Services’ Hampton Roads in working with providing of establishing our Center of Excellence in R Thank you again for you commitment to the Hampton ‘Standard of adults live healthy lives. Advisory Council to Support GrandparentsE

community education for older adults and care- Gerontology is definitely on the horizon,” said Raising Grandchildren. V Excellence’ and a heartfelt congratulations on such an amazing “We are pleased to welcome Dr. Ethlyn givers, working alongside policymakers, leading Hampton University School of Nursing Dean, I achievement. McQueen-Gibson to Hampton University and research efforts and preparing future health care Dr. Shevellanie Lott. She holds a Doctor of Nursing PracticeN degree U to the School of Nursing. Her credentials and providers. I am very excited to begin this journey from Ursuline College in Cleveland, OH, a In the Hampton Spirit,

N experience make her the perfect leader to see our to help our older citizens live healthy lives Prior to her work at VCU, Dr. McQueen- Master of Science degree in Nursing from the Gibson worked as a clinical administrator for O vision for this Center of being more engaged in and continue being productive citizens in the Medical College of in Augusta,T GA, Riverside Health System in Newport News, P the care of older adults come to fruition,” said Commonwealth!” stated Dr. McQueen-Gibson. and a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing Hampton University President, Dr. William R. VA for their All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly from Ursuline College in Cleveland,M OH. Prior to assuming the role at Hampton (PACE) program for community-dwelling A Brint M. Martin, MBA, Director

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The inaugural year for the Center of Excellence years at Virginia Commonwealth University 35 years, to include clinical and administrative University’s Center of ExcellenceH A M P T O N in in Gerontology includes three pillars: 1) building as part of the community-based Richmond positions, and is a veteran having served as a Gerontology, contact the Office of the Dean at partnerships with key community organiza- Health & Wellness Program. In this role, she commissioned officer in the U.S. Army Nurse the Hampton University School of Nursing via tions with an interest in care for older adults, 2) served as an advanced practice nurse and clinical Corps on active and reserve duty. email at [email protected] or via increasing community education and engage- researcher providing care for community- phone at 757.727.5654. ment through community-based seminars, and dwelling older adults in low-income apartment Dr. McQueen-Gibson’s previous academic 3) building the workforce for caring for older buildings in the inner city of Richmond. Her appointments include adjunct assignments adults; i.e. baccalaureate RNs with geriatric skills clinical research focuses on developing models of at Marymount University, Norfolk State

Kiazolu, Crowned Miss Liberia USA 2019-20, continued from front clean water in Liberia, sexual abuse advocacy, on-the-ground activist and organizer. But this How were you feeling during the actual event? What’s next for you? I actually have some really mentorship, and a host of others. The Miss is something that I’ve wanted to do since I was I was so nervous! But then I got a pep talk great things in the works. I’m working on an Liberia in the US Scholarship Pageant is a little girl. I grew up around a lot of people from one of my friends and she said to just be HBCU initiative to get more young Black more than just a . It puts its who have been in pageants but I never thought yourself. Be the one who speaks out, the same students to vote. I chose to attend Hampton contestants and winners in a position where it would become a reality. Everything feels so one that is advocating for Liberia. Be who you University because of the great history that they can be strong advocates for their various surreal! are. So that’s what I did. Hampton has. I couldn’t see myself at any other platforms and ultimately implement it and What was your experience like? The whole What is your platform for the pageant? My school. I just love HBCUs, so shining the light watch it grow,” said Renee Wilson, Pageant pageant experience was phenomenal. Going platform is rebuilding the infrastructure in on HBCUs is extremely important to me. As Director of the Miss Liberia in the US Pageant. in, I didn’t know what to expect. I thought it Liberia through health care, socio economic for the rest, you’ll just have to stay tuned! would be like it is on TV, catty and competitive, infrastructure, criminal justice infrastructure Kiazolu plans to be an elected official and a civil Here is an excerpt from an interview with rights/defense attorney after she graduates from Nupol: but really it was a sisterhood. We supported and education. As a human being, we all have each other throughout the week, gave each rights to these things but people in Liberia are Hampton. How did you get involved with the Miss Liberia other critiques and after the pageant, we are still struggling. Some people don’t have electricity, Pageant? I’m not really a pageant girl, I’m an keeping that sisterhood alive. sanitation facilities and the country’s literacy rate is only 47 percent. It’s just not right. HAMPTONLIFE • AUGUST 2019• 3 NONPROFIT ORG. Hampton University U.S. POSTAGE Dr. William R. Harvey, President of Hampton P.O. Box 6446 PAID HAMPTON, VA University, Speaks at Liberty University’s Hampton, Virginia 23668 PERMIT NO. 73 2019 Convocation

Hampton University’s President, Dr. William R. Harvey, spoke at Liberty University’s Convocation on Wednesday, August 23, delivering a powerful message of leadership, service and character, and receiving two standing ovations during his allocution. Liberty’s President, Jerry Falwell Jr., introduced Dr. Harvey to the large crowd of students, faculty and staff. “Today I’ve been looking forward to for a long time. There’s a handful of college presidents that I got to know when I became president 12 years ago who have become mentors to me and I’ve learned so much from. President William Harvey is at the top of that list,” said President Falwell. When introducing Dr. Harvey, President Falwell noted just a small portion of the many contributions Dr. Harvey has made to Hampton over the last 42 years he has served as President. “Forty-two years ago when he became President of Hampton, he told the Board, ‘I promise you, I’m going to run this school like a business and I’m going to do what’s best for the school.’ Let me tell you what that has resulted in. He’s got life for me. I find great joy in knowing that my hundreds of millions of dollars in endowment. leadership and service have made a difference in Hampton University to Offer Free Enrollment, The campus has beautiful buildings from every others’ lives. Over 35,000 students have gradu- decade since 1868. It’s right on the water, on the ated from Hampton since I have been there. I Room & Board to University of Chesapeake Bay. And it’s the most successful, thank God for that. If any of you really want to both academically and financially, historically be a leader, if you really want to be great. If you Students Displaced by Hurricane Dorian black college in the country, in my opinion, really want to be a person of honor, then you and it’s because of this man right here,” said must do as Jesus said, you must serve others,” President Falwell. said Dr. Harvey. Dr. Harvey expressed his appreciation and Lastly, Dr. Harvey spoke about good character. admiration for President Falwell and their “I recognize that in order to lead and serve, one friendship. He also told the audience of his must not only believe in, but also demonstrate, belief in the goodness of God. “I want you to good character. As members of our society, all know that the Lord has ordered my steps. I of us have a moral urgency to promote character In an effort to help those students and Hampton for the fall 2019 semester, receive could not have done the things that I have done development. There are those who will criticize families affected by Hurricane Dorian, room and board for one semester, and will in my life if He had not ordered my steps,” Dr. us on this matter, but I would urge you here at Hampton University is entering into an have the option to stay at Hampton once the Harvey said. Liberty as I do my students at Hampton, not to agreement with the University of the semester is over at regular rates for tuition and He went on to speak about leadership being abstain from doing what you think is right and Bahamas-North to allow students who have fees. doing what you think is best, not just for today, the main ingredient for success of any entity, no been displaced by the hurricane to continue but also for future generations,” Dr. Harvey said. matter the field. “Business, education, govern- their education on HU’s campus. “Hampton has been the educational choice ment, politics, organized crime, sports, the arts, Dr. Harvey ended his speech with a challenge to for many Bahamians over its long history. healthcare, or the like. It could make a positive Liberty students. “Allow your academic experi- “I think this agreement is something that can I am grateful to President Harvey and difference or a negative difference. Either way, ences here at Liberty to serve as the foundation be helpful to a great number of students and university leadership on this demonstration success is defined by effective leadership,” said upon which you build productive careers. Allow families, and is part of something I’ve tried of kindness and humanity to my home in Dr. Harvey. your social interaction with your faculty, staff, to do my entire career – helping people to our time of need,” said Lawrence Rigby, (c/o achieve and meet their goals,” said Hampton 2015), 2014-2015 Student Government Dr. Harvey’s parents served as his first leader- administrators, and your fellow students to University President, Dr. William R. Harvey. Association President from Nassau, New ship role models. “The lessons that I learned guide you as you interact with individuals in the Providence. “Young Bahamians from Abaco from them directly started me on the road workplace and in society,” said Dr. Harvey. “It Dr. Harvey and Dr. Rodney Smith, the and Grand Bahama who are looking for the toward my own leadership development. For an is my desire for you to live richly satisfying per- sonal lives, filled with love and laughter. To find President of the University of the Bahamas, tools to rebuild their lives and home will find example, my Daddy taught me the leadership the former Administrative Vice President lesson of listening, of asking questions, seeking ways to make your community a better place them at Hampton.” for yourselves and your neighbors, and to grow and Chief Planning Officer at Hampton input, analyzing information and respecting University, came to this agreement after For more information, please contact the other folks’ opinions, and respecting them,” Dr. and continue to learn for the rest of your lives. Hurricane Dorian battered the Bahamas with Hampton University Office of Admissions Harvey said. Remember, Liberty has made you conquerors, and you have the courage and the strength to high winds and rain for more than two days, at 757-727-5328. Anyone interested in From an early age, Dr. Harvey had been taught overcome every obstacle set before you.” causing extensive damage and several deaths. supporting these students, please contact the by his parents the importance of being of ser- Hampton University Office of Development vice. “Leading and serving others is a way of Students from the University of the Bahamas- at 757-727-5002. North will be able to attend classes at

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