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SAEOPP Regional Academic Competition

On February 24, 2007, the staff in Student Support Services (SSS) along with thirteen SSS participants traveled to Hinds Community College in Utica, MS, to participate in the annual TRiO Day activities. TRiO Day is a special day that is set aside to recognize the services provided by all federal TRiO programs, the staff providing the services, and the students served by the programs.

Students and staff were treated to motivational speakers, networking opportunities, and many other exciting and enriching events. One of the events was the MAEOPP Academic Competition. Of the many schools representing at TRiO Day, Alcorn State University SSS participants were chosen as winners of the 2007 MAEOPP Debate Challenge and were invited to represent the state of Mississippi at the SAEOPP Regional Academic Competition to be held in Atlanta, GA on April 19-20, 2007.

Coached by Katrina Campbell, Assistant Director of SSS, and Ayana McCoy, Guided Transition Counselor, members of the debate team were as follows:

Michael Brockington, Sophomore, Computer Science major

Sharla James, Junior, Business Administration major

Korri Jones, Senior, Math Education major

Inneka Minor, Sophomore, Business Administration major

Though the ASU SSS Debate Team did not come home with gold medals in tow, they did come home with something just as valuable! The experience of participating in the SAEOPP Academic Competition proved to be priceless. Students learned to hone their debating skills, also they networked with other TRiO professionals and interacted with peers from other educational institutions located throughout the Southeastern region.

Additionally, the trip to Atlanta, GA, was a worthwhile experience within itself! SSS participants were also treated to a full schedule of unique and enriching experiences. In an effort to explore future graduate school options, students were taken on tours of both Georgia Institute of Technology and Georgia State University. Then, they spent time appreciating history as they toured the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Site. This tour included MLK, Jr. birth home, Ebenezer Baptist Church, MLK, Jr. Museum, and the resting sites of both MLK, Jr. and Coretta Scott King. The trip ended with a visit to the Georgia Aquarium, the world’s largest aquarium. The students received a chance to see fascinating aquatic animals and plants that are native to Georgia and the world’s oceanic and coastal areas.

AG ACADEMY

JUNE 4-15, 2007

8:00 am—5:00 pm

“The Fence of Sowed Knowledge”

AG ACADEMY is a program designed to introduce students in the age range of 6-9 to Agricultural Science. This year’s program will last 2 weeks. June 4-15, 2007 is our scheduled date. The program will be Monday-Friday starting at 8:00 am and lasting until 5:00 pm.

Students in the program will receive hands-on experiences. Each student will learn the importance of Agriculture in their everyday life.

AG ACADEMY will be held on the campus of Alcorn State University. There is an $95.00 fee for participation in this year’s activities (for the 2 week sessions). Students must provide their own lunch and snacks.

Registration

To register please fill out the form (link to the form located on the bottom of the ad) and return it to the main office or room 202 in the Morris/Boykin Agricultural Science Building located on the campus of Alcorn State University or mail forms to

Dr. Gwendolyn Boyd
1000 ASU Drive 750
Alcorn State, MS 39096.
You may contact Dr. Boyd at 601-877-6532 or 601-877-6525, respectively.

Registration forms may also be picked up at the main office of the Agriculture Science Building. Registration deadline is May 28, 2007.

Activities

Attire for AG ACADEMY is casual. Long pants and long sleeved-shirts are suggested on trips to the forests, otherwise children should wear t-shirts and pants (no skirts or dresses please). Students will be exposed to vegetables growth and harvest. Each student will have the opportunity to participate in farming practices. Furthermore, students will travel to various Agricultural Science locations in the surrounding areas such as Ag/Forestry Museum in Jackson and the Petrified Forest in Flora.

In the month of May the Natchez Market will be holding special events in addition to preparing for it's seasonal fresh produce. Please see below the schedule.

If you or your organization would like to book the Farmers Market lawn area for your group, contact Helen D. Brooks at 601-442-4648.

	Weekly Bulletin Online	From the Office of University Relations
	Volume 28 Issue 9	May 3, 2007
Inside: Campus News Spotlight on Excellence Communiversity News Calendar of Events Job Announcements WB Main Archive Alcorn Home	Communiversity News SAEOPP Regional Academic Competition On February 24, 2007, the staff in Student Support Services (SSS) along with thirteen SSS participants traveled to Hinds Community College in Utica, MS, to participate in the annual TRiO Day activities. TRiO Day is a special day that is set aside to recognize the services provided by all federal TRiO programs, the staff providing the services, and the students served by the programs. Students and staff were treated to motivational speakers, networking opportunities, and many other exciting and enriching events. One of the events was the MAEOPP Academic Competition. Of the many schools representing at TRiO Day, Alcorn State University SSS participants were chosen as winners of the 2007 MAEOPP Debate Challenge and were invited to represent the state of Mississippi at the SAEOPP Regional Academic Competition to be held in Atlanta, GA on April 19-20, 2007. Coached by Katrina Campbell, Assistant Director of SSS, and Ayana McCoy, Guided Transition Counselor, members of the debate team were as follows: Michael Brockington, Sophomore, Computer Science major Sharla James, Junior, Business Administration major Korri Jones, Senior, Math Education major Inneka Minor, Sophomore, Business Administration major Though the ASU SSS Debate Team did not come home with gold medals in tow, they did come home with something just as valuable! The experience of participating in the SAEOPP Academic Competition proved to be priceless. Students learned to hone their debating skills, also they networked with other TRiO professionals and interacted with peers from other educational institutions located throughout the Southeastern region. Additionally, the trip to Atlanta, GA, was a worthwhile experience within itself! SSS participants were also treated to a full schedule of unique and enriching experiences. In an effort to explore future graduate school options, students were taken on tours of both Georgia Institute of Technology and Georgia State University. Then, they spent time appreciating history as they toured the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Site. This tour included MLK, Jr. birth home, Ebenezer Baptist Church, MLK, Jr. Museum, and the resting sites of both MLK, Jr. and Coretta Scott King. The trip ended with a visit to the Georgia Aquarium, the world’s largest aquarium. The students received a chance to see fascinating aquatic animals and plants that are native to Georgia and the world’s oceanic and coastal areas. AG ACADEMY JUNE 4-15, 2007 8:00 am—5:00 pm “The Fence of Sowed Knowledge” AG ACADEMY is a program designed to introduce students in the age range of 6-9 to Agricultural Science. This year’s program will last 2 weeks. June 4-15, 2007 is our scheduled date. The program will be Monday-Friday starting at 8:00 am and lasting until 5:00 pm. Students in the program will receive hands-on experiences. Each student will learn the importance of Agriculture in their everyday life. AG ACADEMY will be held on the campus of Alcorn State University. There is an $95.00 fee for participation in this year’s activities (for the 2 week sessions). Students must provide their own lunch and snacks. Registration To register please fill out the form (link to the form located on the bottom of the ad) and return it to the main office or room 202 in the Morris/Boykin Agricultural Science Building located on the campus of Alcorn State University or mail forms to Dr. Gwendolyn Boyd 1000 ASU Drive 750 Alcorn State, MS 39096. You may contact Dr. Boyd at 601-877-6532 or 601-877-6525, respectively. Registration forms may also be picked up at the main office of the Agriculture Science Building. Registration deadline is May 28, 2007. Activities Attire for AG ACADEMY is casual. Long pants and long sleeved-shirts are suggested on trips to the forests, otherwise children should wear t-shirts and pants (no skirts or dresses please). Students will be exposed to vegetables growth and harvest. Each student will have the opportunity to participate in farming practices. Furthermore, students will travel to various Agricultural Science locations in the surrounding areas such as Ag/Forestry Museum in Jackson and the Petrified Forest in Flora. AG ACADEMY Department of Agriculture 1000 ASU Drive 750@Hwy 552 West Alcorn State, MS 39096-7510 Phone: 601-877-6532 or 601-877-6525 Fax: 601-877-6523 Email: gboyd@lalcorn.edu Registration Form Click Here Natchez Farmers Market To Hold Special Events In the month of May the Natchez Market will be holding special events in addition to preparing for it's seasonal fresh produce. Please see below the schedule. May 5 Trinity Craw-fish Boil May 12 Art in the Park May 19 and 26 Blueberry Season Blueberry Sale May 26 Fresh Produce If you or your organization would like to book the Farmers Market lawn area for your group, contact Helen D. Brooks at 601-442-4648. ASU Extension Program (ASUEP) Project NATCHEZ FARMERS MARKET 613 MAIN STREET, NATCHEZ, MS OPEN THURSDAY- SATURDAY 9:00 A.M. 2:00 P.M. CONTACT: HELEN D. BROOKS 601-807-0376 or 601-442-4648
University Relations Staff W. Christopher Cason, Director Sherita L Bailey, Administrative Assistant, Writer Elena Dobrynina, Staff Writer/International Student Recruiter
Mail: P.O. Box 389, Alcorn State, MS 39096-7500 ~ Phone: (601) 877-6130 ~ Email: elenad@alcorn.edu ~ Office: WWACB, Suite 511 ~