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July 7, 2005
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Alcorn State University is now a Microsoft Office User Specialist Testing Center.
The Alcorn State University School of Business is now registered by Microsoft Corporation as a certified Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Testing Center. The MOUS Testing Center represents and reflects the vision of Dr. John Gill, outgoing Dean of the School of Business, who envisioned a information technology Testing Center where (1) the university family (i.e., faculty, staff, students, and alumni) as well as (2) community members (i.e., teachers, high school students, parents, employers and their employees) would be provided a venue where they can continue to upgrade their computer and information technology skills while gaining industry-recognized certification in the process.
What is unique about Alcorn State University's testing center, is that it is the only testing center in Southwest Mississippi. Furthermore, unlike any other in the entire State of Mississippi, is that school of business provides practice software, computer assisted simulations, and text resources to help test-takers master the exam. Everyone must demonstrate proficiency in computer technology regardless of discipline. Hence, the Testing Center provides a vital service.
To date nearly a dozen Alcorn State University business school students have successfully passed the MOUS exams. Students often comment that it gives them a "leg-up" because many applicants list on their resumes that they are proficient in Microsoft Office applications, but few have the certification to back that up.
Certifications can be had in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook. Furthermore, test takers can receive increasing higher certifications such as Core, Advanced, or Master. The cost is $50 per certification exam, plus a university administrative fee. Students can take the exam for university credit by paying $45 plus $50 per exam.
For more information: Students, faculty, or staff interested in becoming certified should contact the ASU School of Business, specifically: Dr. John G. Igwebuike (Director) e-mail: jigwe@lorman.alcorn.edu or Nansi Swartwout (Associate Director) e-mail: nansi@lorman.alcorn.edu at 601-877-6450.
2nd Annual Steve McNair Camp slated for July 8
by Sports Information
June 2, 2005ALCORN STATE, Ms. – The Steve McNair Foundation and the Alcorn State Athletic Department are proud to announce the 2nd Annual Steve McNair Camp to be hosted at Alcorn State University on July 8. The camp is free to the public (ages 9-17).
McNair returns to his alma mater for the second straight summer for his free one day camp at Alcorn State. The 2004 NFL Co-MVP will be the featured instructor for the non-contact football camp, which will stress the basic fundamentals of football. The camp will also feature guest speakers who will talk on a variety of subjects.
Campers will receive lunch, a t-shirt, goodie bag and autographed photo of Mr. McNair.
To register for camp download the application and fax to 601-877-3821 or mail to 1000 ASU Drive, Box 510, Alcorn State, MS 39096. Registration deadline for the 2nd Annual Steve McNair Camp has been extended to July 8.
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McNair's Alcorn Camp Draws 500 Youngsters
LORMAN - Nearly 500 youngsters came to the Reservation Friday at Alcorn State University to learn football and meet Tennessee Titans quarterback Steve McNair.
McNair, who shared the NFL MVP award in 2003 with Indianapolis quarterback Peyton Manning, said that helping the kids in the surrounding areas of his alma mater means a lot to him.
"I have a lot of great memories here at Alcorn State and to give back to the kids and be able to enhance their football skills means a lot," McNair said.
With help from Alcorn State football coach Johnny Thomas' staff and players from Copiah Lincoln Community College, along with other area high school coaches, the campers were put through their paces in a variety of speed, technique and agility drills.
"It's a fun opportunity to give back to the kids of this community," said ASU defensive coordinator LaTraia Jones. "It also gives us a look at the local athletes who may have the potential to play at our level."
McNair's personal manager Raymond White said 480 kids had registered for the free camp. This is the first of two camps McNair will oversee during his stay in Mississippi. Today, McNair is at Southern Miss in Hattiesburg for a 7-on-7 camp.
"We had a lot of church groups from the Delta down to Natchez get involved along with some community resource centers from Louisiana," White said.
High school age players were grouped together on the main ASU practice field adjacent to Jack Spinks Stadium.
Warren Central offensive tackle Franco Knox was one of the varsity level players working out.
"This is the first one I've been to," said Knox, a junior at WC. "Even though I'm a lineman, I was learning how to throw a football."
For Port Gibson football player Terrance Wilson, the four-hour camp provided a chance to get better.
"It's all about improvement," said Wilson, who plays strong safety and some linebacker for the Waves. "We can work out twice a week during the summer, so this gives us another day. We're going to try and be a better team this year."
The McNair camp was also a great learning experience for those that are still years away from high school football.
Dejuan Harris, an 11-year-old from Port Gibson, said he wants to learn as much as he can even though he can't play football on an organized team just yet.
"I go to Watson Elementary but I've got to wait two more years before I get into middle school at Port Gibson, then I can play. But I'm still wanting to learn how to play," Harris said.
"They've taught us a lot about teamwork and how to build partnerships with your teammates."
Andrew Peoples, an 11-year-old from Vicksburg, is a veteran of the city's park and recreation leagues.
"I've played for three years with the Titans and the Red Devils," said the Vicksburg Middle School student. "I've been wanting to learn how to be a running back. But I may be too big."
Willie Jackson, 13 and of Vicksburg, said meeting McNair was the big thing for him.
"Steve McNair, what can you say. But I was also here to pick up some fundamentals," the Vicksburg Junior High student said. "We need to have those to be able to beat our rival Warren Central."
Tennessee Titans quarterback Steve McNair autographs the shirts of 5-year-old Rezon King Jr. and 4-year-old Tony Nickelson, both of Fayette, at McNair’s football camp Friday on the Alcorn State campus in Lorman. McNair and the Alcorn State football coaching staff put on the camp, which was free. (Rebecca Latimer. The Vicksburg Post)
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