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Claflin University Selected as Recipient of Getty Images Grant to Uncover and Digitize Rarely Seen Imagery From Its Archival Photographic Library |
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Funding from the grant will help digitize roughly 50,000 archival photographs from Claflin University’s library, including stories about the Charleston Hospital Workers’ Strike; the Conference of Black Mayors Collection; and photos from Briggs v. Elliott, a case that paved the way for Brown v. Board of Education. It will also expand Getty Images’ collection of renowned photojournalist and Claflin alumnus Cecil Williams to include his personal library, which Williams will help curate. Jackson State, North Carolina Central University, and Prairie View A&M University were also selected as recipients of the grant.
"We are enormously grateful to receive the Getty Images Photo Digitization Grant for Historically Black Colleges and Universities," said Claflin University President Dr. Dwaun J. Warmack. "This partnership will help Claflin preserve its illustrious history in photographs documenting the University’s emergence as one of the nation’s premier liberal arts universities. These images provide compelling visual narratives of how Claflin’s dedicated and visionary administrators, distinguished faculty and staff, and high-achieving scholars made indelible contributions to Orangeburg, the state of South Carolina, and the world."
Launching today on gettyimages.com, the “Historically Black Colleges & Universities Collection” will see thousands of images added throughout 2022. Archivists and librarians from Claflin University will work alongside Getty Images’ team of archivists and Adnet Global, a renowned post-production agency that specializes in the digitization, restoration, and discoverability of visual analog historic libraries, in the photo digitization process.
“The Getty Images Photo Archive Grants for HBCUs were created to honor the vast history of HBCUs and their contribution to American history,” said Cassandra Illidge, VP of Partnerships at Getty Images. We are committed to preserving the visual narrative of all cultures and communities to ensure these vital artifacts are accessible to storytellers around the world.
Claflin University will retain all copyright of its photos and once digitized, the historical content will be placed in a newly created stand-alone Getty Images photo collection dubbed the “HBCU Photo Collection,” which will be made available for licensing in early 2022.
All revenue generated from the images that are preserved through the Grants will be funneled back into impact programs: 50 percent will go to grant recipients; 30 percent of revenue will be used for a financial donation to a scholarship fund focused on furthering the education of students at HBCUs; and 20 percent will be reinvested to fund the Getty Images Photo Archive Grants for HBCUs each year.
The applications were judged by an esteemed panel which included:
- Dr. Deborah Willis, Academic Director, Professor & Chair at NYU Tisch School of the Arts
- Aba Blankson, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at NAACP
- Dr. Tukufu Zuberi, Professor of Sociology – The Lasry Family Professor of Race Relations at University of Pennsylvania
- Renata Cherlise, Founder of Blackarchives.co
- Raina Kelley, Vice President and Editor in Chief of The Undefeated
- Mercedes Cooper, Vice President, Public Programming at ARRAY
The Getty Images Photo Archive Grants for HBCUs is part of Getty Images’ commitment to anti-racism, inclusion, and dismantling discrimination, including bringing to market unseen historical content and creating revenue streams for organizations working to build a more inclusive society. It is part of the company’s wider grants program, which has donated over $1.8 million to photographers and videographers around the world since its inception.
About Getty Images
Getty Images is a preeminent global visual content creator and marketplace that offers a full range of content solutions to meet the needs of any customer around the globe, no matter their size. Through its Getty Images, iStock and Unsplash brands, websites and APIs, Getty Images serves over 1 million customers in almost every country in the world and is the first-place people turn to discover, purchase and share powerful visual content from the world’s best photographers and videographers. Getty Images works with over 450,000 contributors and more than 300 content partners to deliver this powerful and comprehensive content. Each year Getty Images covers more than 160,000 news, sport and entertainment events providing depth and breadth of coverage that is unmatched. Getty Images maintains one of the largest and best privately-owned photographic archives in the world with over 135 million images dating back to the beginning of photography.
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Claflin University and Marcus T. Johnson Launch Partnership to Support Panther Athletics and to Expand Career and Leadership Opportunities |
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Claflin President Dr. Dwaun J. Warmack and entrepreneur philanthropist Marcus T. Johnson had no idea that their lunch meeting in March 2021 would lead to a partnership with the University’s athletic program or introduce students to career opportunities in the automotive industry. Claflin’s Department of Athletics received a generous donation from Johnson to fund upgrades to athletic facilities, including a new video scoreboard in the Jonas T. Kennedy Health and Wellness Complex. As President and CEO of Johnson Automotive Group, Johnson will also offer internships and management training programs to prepare Claflin students for executive leadership in the global workforce of the 21st century.
“We are tremendously grateful to Marcus and the Johnson Automotive Group. Our partnership began to evolve when Marcus was very straightforward and asked, “How can I help?” Warmack said. “He made it clear that he did not want anything from us – only that he wanted to support Claflin by investing in the future of our students and this historic University.”
Johnson’s primary goal within the partnership is to expand access and exposure for Claflin students to career opportunities at the corporate level. He believes this will enhance their preparation for leadership positions after graduating from Claflin.
“Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are incubators for African American scholars, and these proud institutions have produced leaders in every industry. But some of their best and brightest graduates do not have access to transformational opportunities that will allow them to achieve their full potential,” Johnson said.
“Some are limited by the misconceptions of decision-makers who marginalize people of color. Often all they need are opportunities to display their distinctive talents and skills. My goal is to use my access and resources to expose these students to what’s possible and help them showcase their leadership, innovation, professionalism, tenacity to succeed, and other essential qualities that define highly-capable managers.”
The partnership aligns with Claflin’s emphasis on student success – a critical component of the University’s Value Proposition. Claflin maintains an impressive regional and national academic reputation, as evidenced by its recognition by national publications as a premier liberal arts university that prepares graduates for quality job placement, increased graduate school acceptance, and workforce readiness. U.S. News and World Report has ranked Claflin in the “Top 10” on its list of the nation’s Best HBCUs for 11 consecutive years. Claflin is the only HBCU in South Carolina ranked in the “Top 10.” The publication ranked Claflin seventh in the Best Regional Colleges in the South category and third among the Top Performers on Social Mobility for Regional Colleges in the South.
“We are extremely excited about the partnership and its potential impact on Claflin and the greater Orangeburg community,” Warmack said. “Marcus has a deeply-rooted passion for contributing to student success at Claflin and other HBCUs. His philanthropy underscores Claflin’s commitment to supporting programs and initiatives that enrich the lives of residents in this region. I believe this partnership will help promote the elevation and transformation we are experiencing throughout Claflin, Orangeburg, neighboring counties, and beyond.
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Student Spotlight – Eric Minor Embarks on Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience during Super Bowl LVI Week for Madden NFL 22 x HBCU Tournament Finals Competition |
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The National Football League today unveiled its plans for the top HBCU student finalists who participated in the 2nd annual Madden NFL 22 x HBCU Tournament with a once-in-a-lifetime experience during Super Bowl LVI week. Students will journey to Los Angeles for a week filled with job shadowing opportunities and events with the NFL as well as the finals competition of the Madden NFL 22 x HBCU tournament. To conclude the week, each student finalist will receive a ticket to attend Super Bowl LVI, on February 13, 2022, at SoFi Stadium. The Madden NFL 22 x HBCU Tournament is driven by the NFL's commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in both traditional sports and esports.
Throughout the week, the NFL Football Development team will host the student finalists inviting them to learn the business side of football at a variety of events and activations, including the Play Football Stakeholders Breakfast, the High School Girls NFL FLAG Exhibition, the Play Football Family Festival, and Super Bowl Experience. Students will receive valuable career advice from NFL executives and key stakeholders while also participating in immersive job training.
As a lead up to the finals competition, Eric "ThatGuyDJ" Minor from Claflin University and Rodney "RockoTuff" McKay from Virginia Union University will appear on NFL Total Access during the program's February 8 broadcast at 7 p.m. ET on NFL Network to talk about their experience in the tournament.
Fans are encouraged to tune in on February 12 at 3 p.m. ET on the NFL YouTube or Twitch channels to find out if Minor or McKay will take home the Madden NFL 22 x HBCU title. Both will be competing for the Championship title from the NFL's west coast headquarters located next to SoFi Stadium in Hollywood Park, home of Super Bowl LVI. Minor is a senior computer science major from Suffolk, Va.
This year's tournament features NFL partner prizing including Microsoft Surface Pro X tablets, in addition to other official League products.
The NFL partnered with GCN (Gaming Community Network), a GameSquare Esports company that manages the online qualifiers, including registration and online tournament execution, player communications, competitive integrity, and the professional broadcast on February 12.
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CIAA Basketball Tournament Tickets Now On Sale |
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In addition to the highly anticipated Division II basketball championship, the annual tournament will again offer a multitude of official celebratory affiliated events that appeal to a diverse demographic of alumni and fans, including community engagement, Super Saturday, step-shows, and concerts. Staple events such as Fan Fest, Education Day, and Career Expo will again be featured during tournament week, one of the country’s premier college basketball and cultural experiences.
Newly announced artists confirmed to perform at the official CIAA events during Tournament Week include Big Daddy Kane, YoYo, Monie Luv, Rakim, and Michel’le. Previously announced performers included The Magnificent DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Legendary DJ Kool.
This will be the conference’s first basketball championship in Baltimore since 1952, after hosting a Charm City-themed virtual tournament experience in February 2021. Fan housing and hotel packages are currently available at ciaatournament.org.
COVID-19 Guidelines
To ensure that all appropriate health and safety protocols are being addressed due to COVID-19, the following safety plans and guidelines* have been developed.
- Patrons at the CIAA Basketball Tournament will be REQUIRED to wear face coverings for all games in Royal Farms Arena in Baltimore, Maryland. Vaccinations are recommended but not required.
- Those attending any official ancillary events during CIAA Tournament Week will be REQUIRED to wear face coverings. Proof of vaccination and/or negative COVID test results will be required at select private (Invitation-Only) events.
*Guidelines and Protocols are subject to change at any given time due to recommendations provided by the City of Baltimore, the State of Maryland, Center for Disease Control (CDC), NCAA Sports Science Institute, and the CIAA Athletic Trainers Association. Please check back periodically at the 2022 CIAA Basketball Tournament COVID 19 Guidelines and Protocols website for updates.
About the CIAA
Founded in 1912, the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) is the first, and longest running, African American athletic conference in the U.S. and one of the most recognized conferences in Division II. The CIAA conducts 14 championships attended by more than 150,000 fans from around the country. In 2020, the conference celebrated the special 75th anniversary of its Championship Basketball Tournament - an event that has become a must-see in the African American community. The Basketball Tournament has been honored as a 2019 Champion of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism by Sports Destination Management, the leading publication with the largest circulation of sports event planners and tournament directors in the sports tourism market, for both 2018 and 2019.
Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the CIAA is governed by the Presidents and Chancellors of its 12 member-institutions: Bowie State University, Claflin University, Elizabeth City State University, Fayetteville State University, Johnson C. Smith University, Lincoln University of Pennsylvania, Livingstone College, Saint Augustine's University, Shaw University, Virginia State University, Virginia Union University, and Winston-Salem State University. Chowan University is an associate member in football and women’s bowling.
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Central Savannah River Area Alumni Chapter to Host Alumni Association Convention in Augusta, Georgia |
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The Central Savannah River Area Alumni Chapter will host the 47th Claflin University International Alumni Convention on April 21-24, 2022, in Augusta, Ga. This year's planning committee is pleased to welcome attendees to Augusta where the theme for the Convention is "Feeling Good from the Garden City to the Hilltop High."
Click here to download the convention schedule/brochure.
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Dr. Luis Camillo Almeida, associate professor of mass communications, is a finalist for the 2022 Social Impact Awards for Outstanding Educator of the Year Award. Almeida is one of six finalists. Sponsored by PR Newswire, the Social Impact Awards honor communicators who use their platforms to better their community and the global community at large. This particular award honors educational professionals that teach subjects in the areas of communications, media, and public relations. Winners will be announced at a ceremony in April at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City in Arlington, Va.
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Mr. Raishad Glover, assistant professor of studio art, was a panelist for a symposium on Afrofuturism on Thursday, February 3, at the Columbia Museum of Art. The symposium and exhibit were part of the Friends of African American Art and Culture (FAAAC) presents 22 South Carolinians Salon Series which explored Afrofuturism and its influences on the creative practices of Glover and the other featured artists. "Afrofuturism has drawn adherents from across the whole spectrum of the arts," said Glover who defined Afrofuturism as a movement in literature, music, art, etc., featuring futuristic or science fiction themes which incorporate elements of black history and culture. The program also kicked off the Columbia Museum of Art’s Black History Month activities and presentations. The 22 South Carolinians Salon Series will continue at the Columbia Museum of Art through May 22.
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Congratulations to Elliott Melton, ‘19, who was recently named the 2022 Most Outstanding Student at the Wendelstedt Umpire School in Daytona, Fla. Melton was among 193 umpires enrolled in the school. While at Claflin, Melton was an outfielder on the Panthers baseball team. Melton’s goal is to become a major league baseball umpire
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@Claflin is published by the Office of Communications & Marketing
President: Dr. Dwaun J. Warmack
Interim Vice President for Institutional Advancement: Dr. Marcus H. Burgess, '96
Assistant Vice President for Communications & Marketing: George Johnson Jr.
Public Relations Director: J. Craig Cotton
Web Communications Manager: Colin Myers, '07
Director of Athletic Media Relations: Trevin Q. Goodwin
Photographers: Cecil Williams, '60, Geoff Henderson and Colin Myers, '07
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