**?- >: ^ fe Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2011 with funding from LYRASIS Members and Sloan Foundation http://www.archive.org/details/tiger1998alleyez00stud avanna State Unive 3219 College iavannah, Georgia : U 912,356.2186 800.788.0478 www.savstate.edu Carlton E. Brow President Savannah State University is a unit of the University System of Georgia an equal opportunity/affinnative action employer Savannah State University is the oldest historically black institution in the University System of Georgia. Located on a 165-acre tract adjacent to a salt- marsh estuary, SSU offers 26 undergraduate and graduate degree in three colleges: Business Administration, Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, and Sciences and Technology. Students may pursue master's degrees in Public Administration and Social Work. Most of the approximately 2,800 students enrolled at SSU are Georgia residents. Other states and foreign countries are represented as well. Students can take part in numerous social and academic organizations as well as intercollegiate and intramural sports. SSU athletes compete in baseball, basketball, cross-country, football, tennis. track and field, and volleyball. The Marine Sciences Program at SSU is the only one in the state that is located in a natural setting. Students can study marine life in a wet laboratory or travel off shore on board one of three vessels. The University offers four-year Naval ROTC programs, which prepares students for future leadership roles in the U.S. Navy or Marine Coips. Historic Hill Hall, built by students shortly after the institution was established in 1890. undergoes a transformation for its role in a Hollywood movie production. Dr. Kenneth Jordan, director of the Public Administration graduate program, and Dr. Charles Elmore, humanities professor and 1997-98 Regents' Distinguished Teacher. The picturesque campus grounds sit be- neath moss-draped trees that are sur- rounded by blooming azaleas. One of the many beautiful queens that grace the SSU campus. SSU students are serious about their aca- demic roles. Here, two students take ad- vantage of the warm and sunny climate to study outdoors. Hail to the Chief of SSU: Dr. Carlton E. Brown "My phrase is 'high expectation -- high support.' And the more you expect from people, the more you have to surround them with the right support and structure to get things done. " All eyes turned to Savannah State University President Carlton E. Brown on July 1, 1997. when he became the 11th president of the institution. Brown arrived with a commitment to establishing an open, honest, responsive and forward-looking administration. His efforts to advance the fortunes of the university have been directed at building constituent relationships, addressing the quality of student life, communicating effectively with students, and pursuing improvements in program quality and student outcomes. When Brown talks about the SSU student body, he advances them as the finest anywhere. He engages students in honest dialogue about the issues that pose serious challenges to the university. There is little that happpens at SSU that is not preceded by direct information from the president to the campus family. The president is Hanked by his daughter. Jamila. and wife, T. LaVeme Ricks-Brown. American Studies from the University of Massuchesetts in Amherst in 1971. Brown worked as a teacher and counselor in an inner- city alternative high school for three years. After becoming head teacher/counselor, he returned to the University of Massachusetts for doctoral study, which he completed in 1979. Prior to taking office at SSU. Brown was vice president for Planning and dean of the Graduate College at Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia, a position he was promoted to in 1 996. A devoted family man, he is married to T. LaVeme Ricks-Brown and theyhavetwochildren: Kwameand Jamila. I W'tfWfTt m '^t t f^^ i wM "W i i 1 Here, the presidenthas given a stern lect the Tiger football team when the team tra to Texas for the SOMETHING CLASS A native of Macon. Georgia, Brown received his bachelor of arts degree in English with an emphasis in > - 1 Dr. Brown enjoysa light moment with students at an activity on the campus circle. On a more serious note, he and his wife chat with Ms. Virginia Edwards, superintendent of the loca school system. Dr. Brown addresses an audience in the Savannah Ballroom. / Dr. Brown always takes time tochat with students. The president and first lady show their approval. Dr. Carhon E. Brow n, right, prepares to give his, Inaugural address during Ihe inaugural Ceremony held at the Savan- nah Civic Center on May 15, 1998. above.Dr. William Harvey, president of Hampton University, and Dr. Carlton E. Brown. SSL' president, outside of Gardner Hall after Honors Convocation. QUEST FOR EXCELLENCE: BRIGHT MOMENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES "Quest for Excellence: Bright Moments and Opportunities" was the theme for Inauguration Week. May 11-17. 1998. The week-long celebration began with an art exhibit and a "Salute to the Eleventh President." an Inaugural gala that featured dramatic interpretations, dance performances, poetic readings, classical music and more. Savannah State University students had many bright moments during the week, beginning with the Ribbon- Pinning Ceremony for honors students. which was a prelude to the 39th Annual Honors Convocation. Dr. William Harvey, president of Hampton University, was the guest speaker at the convocation, where approximately 500 students were honored for their academic achievements. Of course, the key event of the week was the much-anticipated Inaugural Ceremony, where Dr. Carlton E. Brown was invested as the 11th president of SSU. The celebration culminated with a worship service at First Congregational Church. left.l-r. Board of Regents Chairman Dr. William S. Clark, Jr., Dr. Brown, and University System of Georgia Chancellor Dr. Stephen R. Portch. SSU students enjoy the Inaugural Ball, held at the Hyatt Regency Savannah, l-r, Lamar Rhodes. Evangeline Patterson. Passionate Fortson. and SGA President Will above. Dr. Brown and others enjoy a photo exhibit in The . Archives. I redricka Whitfield, a correspondent with NBC News, kicked off the Presidential Enhancement Lecture Series in April 1998. Whitfield challenged SSU students to believe in their abilities. Michael Huyghue. senior vice president of operations for the Jacksonville Jaguars, was the third and final guest lecturer in the Enhancement series. After chatting with SSU students about career paths and career preparations, Huyghue and students pause for the camera. Presidential Enhancement Lecture Series Launched PELS brings accomplished professionals: Fredricka Whitfield, Joyce Roche" and Michael Huyghue The Presidential Enhancement Lecture Series (PELS) was launched d urine the 97-98 Fredricka Whitfield. NBC News correspon- dent, and SSU President Carlton E. Brown. academic year. The series was intended to expose SSU students to role models from diverse professions while inspiring students to strive for their professional goals. Joyce Roche' (above) is president a nd After the lecture. SSU students were anx- chief operating officer at Carson Products, ious to learn more from Whitfield about a Savannah-based African-American internship and employment opportunities manufacturer that produces hair care and in the television news business, beauty products. Savannah State Graduate Takes the Helm of the USS McFaul The Savannah State University family stood tall and proud on April 25, 1998, when U. S. Navy Commander Bernard L. Jackson became the first captain of the USS McFaul. the Navy's newest billion dollar destroyer, during a commissioning ceremony held at the Georgia Ports Authority. The McFaul was commissioned in Savannah at the request of Jackson, who is a native of Macon. Georgia, and a graduate of Savannah State. Jackson also served as an instructor in the school's Navy ROTC program during the early years of his career. The McFaul is the first ship under Jackson's command: he is one of 15 minority ship commanders in the U.S. Navy. Prior to the commissioning ceremony, SSU held "Commander Bernard L. Jackson Celebration Day" on the SSU campus. Although the campus parade was rained out, the faculty and student spirit shined brightly for Jackson and his career accomplishments. During a program in Elmore Theater. Jackson addressed NROTC midshipmen and others, afterwhich he was showered with greetings and gifts. Right. SSU President Carlton E. Brown and Commander Bernard L. Jackson pause for the camera before proceeding into Elmore Theater where Jackson addressed students. The USS McFaul is a guided-missile destroyer that will be homeported in Norfolk. VA. More than 3.000 people attended the commissioning ceremony w here U.S. Senator Max Cleland of Georgia was the guest speaker. NROTC midshipmen listen intently to Navy Commander Bernard L. Jackson, who earned two undergraduate degrees at Savannah State. 10 Dr. Brown accepts a L'SS McFaul cap from Commander Jackson. The president presented the commander with a SSU paperweight to be displayed in his desk. Commander Jackson accepts a plaque from Dr. Prince Jackson. who the commander described as a role model during his years at SSU. 11 SSU Welcomes New Students at Orientation Freshmen Orientation Week is set aside to help the newest Tigers get acquainted with the SSU campus, employees and faculty, and university procedures. In addition to lots of information, freshmen get to have lots of fun at social events, peer group meetings and more. Right. Felicia Sigler. an upperclassmen, performs a selection during anorientation luncheon. Seated to her left are the President and Vice President for Academic Affairs. Dr Joseph H. Silver. Sr. Below, Freshmen enjoy an afternoon of entertainment in the academic circle. 12 "Now you girls are aware that we do not have modeling as a major here." Ayobami Alahi Nicole Allen Christina Archer Jermaine Armstrong Victoria Ballard Ozell Banks ShaKeyla Barnes Tannka Bond Byron Bowers Nyssa Broadnex Erica Broadwater Jermaine Brooks Tamburo Burks Kizzy Champion Samuel Chavous Chanel Clemmons Carole Currie Yusef Curry 14 Freshmen 1 Keath Dennis Bernard Denson Jonte Epps Charlette Feenster Shawndra Felder Miranda Fitzpatrick Alonzia T. Flood Passionate Fortson Tywan Gonzalez Catressa Gooden Joya Grant Carl Gregory Dr. Brown hangin' with one of S.S.U's finest, Aisha Douglass, one of the champion tennis players. Freshmen 1 5 The heat can even have an effect on our energetic freshman class. Late registration for Orientation can require some patience. Tykeisha Jordan Torrance King Monica Lee James Lewis Cheryl Lucas Richard Lundv La Darius Mc Kenzie Jeff Miller Yosheyah Moyo Aubrey Ogletree Kimberly Ogletree Wayne Peterson Edriria Pope John Pristell Tamika Punckney Abdul Rashad Nikisha Ruff Marcus Scott Robin Shipp Julmacia Sims Lakeshia Smith Thomas Stafford Shannon Swagerty Jonathon Taylor 16 Freshmen Stephanie Jackson, Miss Black Georgia 1997-98, shows the cameraman her winning smile. "I may be shorter than everyone at this University, but I am your peer counselor," explains Monique Hill. Santresa Taylor Kenneth Thomas Tasso Thomas Zakisha Thomas Antwain Turner Mikki Van Dyke Judge Vamer Eric Walker Shenague Wallace Khalid Wamock Chara Watkins Thomas Wearing Freshmen ] 7 The spirited, energetic and helpful peer counselors take a break during orientation to pose for a picture. No, Tita is not crazy, just proud to be an S.S.U. Tiger. Let me see you do the P.C. Jam. Winston Wells Courtney Williams Tanzanike Williams Quincy Wilson Rwanda Young :'1\ ^ .j / IN Freshmen AllEyez on the Tigers of 2000 19 Kimberly Boutte' Alfreds Cole liddie L. Davis John Davis Aisha Fikes Dorseania Finley Kimberly Garretl Bernard Gracy Rieardo Greene Reshaundra Heard Keylon Johnson Tequila MacK Paula Miller Amanda Prince Christopher Putney Jason Ra Patrick Rountree Afanna Rouse "Hey, no autographs, today we're just chillin'." Ken, Will is S.G.A. President, too; if you want to talk about the stepshow, make an appointment for later. 20 Sophomore Alfrcda Cole, Miss Sophomore, waves elegantly to the homecoming crowd. Mia Ryder Michael Simpson Kawanee Smith Sharon Stallings Conshombia Tate Damia Ward David E. Ward Jr. Lenisha S. Ware Barbara Webb Charles Wheeler Twyle White Bryan Williams Katina Wright Sophomore 2 1 mti'Lftiit 4 ^^jj^^./w * |7 T ^ki : *5 B^^B |P^^^ "1 si 4 ** 1H 22 All Eyez on the Tigers of 1999 23 "Dr. Brown, she's reporting for the school newspaper." "She doesn't need a story on the art of eating a cookie." The SSU mass communication students are taking advantage of the networking opportunities offered after one of Dr. Brown's Presidential Lecture Series. "This Pepsi event on the yard is the bomb. Mow I need one more sticker for my mama's ear. " mf ' rw 1 W ^-' 1 ^ U~. 3^ KJ J^y J Witrmk ^1 m HHI Sr i : '."': Devastating. Sophisticated and Tantalizing. The ladies of Delta Simga Theta. Felicia Sigler, Miss Senior, and Valorie Williams, Miss Junior. Juniors 25 26 All Eyez on the Senior Tigers 27 Mrs. Juanita Adams, Student Government Association adviser, and William Simmons, S.G.A. president, find time to take a picture. The snack bar is definitely the place to be during lunch or dinner. Algene Byrum Elliott Cheely Jr. Alulae Cohen Nicheole Davis Patricia Edwards Michael S. Gaither, Jr. Karen Garvin Monique Hill Catia Jackson Latonia E. James 2H Seniors Tijuana Brewer, Miss Savannah State University 1997-98. Ebony T. Jones Randy Jones Kerstin Kneier Danny Lamonte Melody A. Milledge Alicia Mullice Dennis Narh-Martey Jerome Neal Jr. Jennifer Palmer Estelline O. Payne-Beamon Seniors 29 "Hey, who taught the tiger how to drive?" Tijuana, Monica and Kelli show approving smiles for the Pepsi donation. Tujuana Taylor Deirdre Vernon Harold Washington Yolanda Washington Jane W. Waweru 30 31 Miss Savannah State University 1997-98 Mi Liss Tijuana Shantrel Brewer is a senior pursuing a major in Mass Communications and a minor in English. She is the former Miss Junior and Miss Clef Club. Tijuana is a member of the Peer Counselors Asso- ciation, National Council of Negro Women, the SSU Concert Choir, and Gamma Upsilon Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Tijuana is a nominee for Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities and is recognized as a Most Outstanding Collegiate African American Woman. Tijuana S. Brewer. Miss Savannah State University 32 SSU President Carlton E. Brown and Miss SSU on Coronation night. Miss SSU and her attendants: (left) Catia S. Jackson, second attendant, and (right) Lori C. Douglas, first attendant. Miss SSU makes her grand entrance at the Coronation and takes a bow. 33 J. he Dawning of a New Day: Living the Dream right. "Ladies in Waiting" - (/ to r) April Drayton. Felicia Billingsleu and Fecilia Billingslea. below. Miss SSU is very pleased with all the accessories of her dreams: tiara, sash, cape, flowers, and jewelry!! i tWu - rB j - - : '^^*^^BS3fflmfftffii^^ ! ^^" - 3"''j"-?- FM ' W kP*^i f" fjk \ WfiM^l m& '&*$&*** ^^oPi^^^ ; * ''J W^^m *' : * : '^1mP v%! ^'^ffiHF !;l k ^\V^t ^tB^ n'j/jf, Tamara Render, Miss SSU 96-97, helps Miss SSU with her cape during the Coronation ceremony. right. Miss SSU is congratulated by Miss NCA&T. ;-; Miss Environmental Sciences makes her entrance at the Coronation. **' below, Katarya Hunt. Miss Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, pauses for a break -- and the camera! Miss SSU and Dr. Brown demonstrate their ballroom dancing skills. 35 The SSU Annual Homecoming Parade right, Shankalon Clark. SGA vice president, waves from the back seat while SGA President Will Simmons enjoys the convertible ride. above, SSU President Carlton E. Brown and Parade Grand Marshall Henry Nash (class of 74); Nash is president and CEO of General Scientific Corporation. The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority float features some young aspiring sorority members. 16 left, VerLvnda Slaughter is Miss Pre-Law. below, Valorie Williams, Miss Junior, waves to Ihe crowd. St* 1 > left, April Dobbs represents Wright Hall. above. Miss Camilla Hubert Hall, Kristie Watts. 37 Brandy Curry. Miss Freshman Shirley Phillips. Miss Concert Choir Miss Cheerleader. Tisha Bowens, is joined by other members of the cheerleading squad. 38 After the parade, it's on to the stadium for the tailgate parties ! ! /-/, Lisa Earls, director of Alumni Affairs, and Annette Brock, interim vice president for Institu- tional Advancement, with Katie Hatchel. an SSU alum below. The President and the First Lady have a chance to mingle with alums at the tailgate parties before entering the stadium for the homecoming game. mim * left. There's plenty of food for everyone to 'get their eat on,' as they say! 39 OS on above, SGA President Will Simmons and Miss SSU Tijuana Brewer at halftime ceremony during the Homecoming game. right, President Brown and Miss Brewer. 40 41 right. The Marching Tiger Band anxiously awaits the battle of the bands" halftime show. below, A campus queen observes the game action from the stands-and pauses to flash a smile for the camera. right. How did that Tiger get into the stands' 1 42 Miss Alpha Kappa Alpha Miss SSU waves to the Homecoming crowd. 43 The Tiger offense is dauntless heading for the end /one. Looks like there's going to be a big pile up here! Homecoming '97: SSUvs Miles College - -" * mm m* The Tiger defense tackes the Miles College ball carrier '-1 Sj5 Miles has possession of the ball but the Tiger defense is looking hungry! xk&m* * '* ^!i Til f. J * k \w l 'K /, if il" *' LpJP Ft I SSU's #36 will not be stopped on this play! The SSU defensive team is on top of things at this homecoming game! 45 46 SSU Tigers in Texas Stadium ^^ s ?*!^^^ss^il=i=p|ipi^ mSfw !' ;^3P - ' J 47 48 The Mobil Oil Classic Savannah State University and Tuskegee University met in Texas Stadium in Forth Worth for the Mobil Oil Classic. Although Tuskegee managed to overcome the Tigers in the end, it was still pretty awesome to occupy the field that is home to the Dallas Cowboys. iuSgesssjSjss ^5^??! 49 SSU Marching Tiger Band 97-98 The SSU Marching Tiger Band is directed by Mr. Lawrence Hutchins. The Tiger mascot marches tall and proud on the field during a halftime show. The dance squad performs an energetic routine to the sounds of the Tiger Band. "That's it! Flap your arms higher! Flex those wrists! Bend those knees! We are the majorettes and we have to set an example for the others." 50 Tiger Cheerleaders 97-98 ^g^- ,s 9?i 1 iaiJ^ a as s * , Spirit Enthusiasm Vigor SSU cheerleaders ^ display ebullient vitality and energy wherever theygo!!! The SSU cheerleaders makethisstunt looksoeasy!! ^t a pep rally on the campus circle, the ;heerleaders perform to get the :rowd's spirit revved up for a home : ootballgame. standing, Shantresa Taylor; Briana Brown, captain; Megan McCray; Aiyana Ryals, co-captain; and Nyssa Broadnex. kneeling, Angela Milner; Christy Ross; Kamika Johnson; Tisha Bowens, Miss Cheerleader; and Chaurrice Scott. 51 52 All Eyez on : Athletics at SSU Tiger Football 97-98 "Putting it Back Together" Defensive Linemen: front row, Chester Cary. Marcus Davis, and Leonard Ross back row, Eric Jackson, Kelvin Frazier, Freddrick Hull, and Jecory Jackson Coach: Ervin Clarke Defensive Backs: front row, David Ware, Carlton Rhule, and Roosevelt Williams back row, Lemual Ligon, Chris Gillam, Ben Stready, and Greg Sullivan Coach: Steven Wilks 54 Offensive Linemen: front row, Chris Salter. Ali Alston. Luke Hardwick, Jason Hill. Archie Hayes, and Anthony Reddick back row, Henry Hugie, Omari King, Tim Smith, and King Jordan Coach: Steven Aycock Linebackers: front row, Harry James, Chris Middleton, and Vincent McCann. back row, Reggie Jackson, John Pristell, Michael Bush, Tommy Dawson, Eric Cross, and Jason Stewart. Coach: Gregory Green 55 Quarterbacks: Terrence Boney, DeAndre Singleton, Stacy Davis, and Hamilton Bledsoe Coach: Richard Basil Running Backs: front row, Marcellus Holmes, Jumaane Davis, Isiah Receivers: first row, Shannon Ballard, Shannon Howard and Demon Brown, and Broadus Kirkland Davis, second row, Aaron Haynes, Jamal Zanders, Dexter Bruce and back row. Cory Durant, Macy Cummings, and Tory Pendleton Terrence Boney. third row, Hamilton Bledsoe, Alfred Taylor, Ramon Huff Coaches: James German (left) and Mike Wallace (right) and Arsenta Johnson. Head Coach: Daryl McNeill 56 Tiger Football '97 Putting It Back Together 1997-98 Scoreboard SSU 31 Wingate37 SSU 24 Winston-Salem State 27 SSU 32 Lane College 10 SSU 3 Morehouse SSU 3 Albany State 41 SSU 23 Morris Brown 24 SSU 14 Tuskegee20 SSU 10 Kentucky State 28 SSU 3 Fort Valley 12 SSU 34 Miles 28 SSU 22 Clark Atlanta 23 57 UNIVERSI LADY TIG Tiger Basketball 97-98 Lady Tigers Squad Men's Basketball Squad 4 Aysha Aikens Guard 42 Alan Bertran Forward 30 Tameiko Allen Center 10 Eric Hannor Guard 24 Nikole Barney Forward 32 Darren Parker Forward 14 Nekosha Fambro Guard 25 Jason Priah Guard 43 Alethea Gadson Forward 45 Marquez Sterling Forward 15 Charnessa Grace Guard 2] Mario Watts Forward 23 Shameka Humphrey Guard 20 Rasha Williams Guard 22 Tamara Jackson Guard 23 Dejanaro Green Guard 10 LaKeia Manor Guard 40 Ty wan Gonzalez Forward 34 April Pullen Forward 12 Jonathan Black Guard 44 Joy Berry-Quarterman Center 44 Ricardo Greene Forward 54 Danielle Rhynes Forward 11 Tori Aikens Guard 42 Natalie Taylor Forward 33 Reggie Smith Forward 12 Laniece Thomas Guard 20 Melody Webb Guard 55 LaDwaynaWilcher Forward 58 Women's Tennis 97-98 r"~ iis*(*ll(PlP'BPW** * ^ Savannah State University's Women's Tennis Team won its third consecutive SIAC championship title during the 1997-98 academic year. 59 right, Valdie Christopher, Virgin Islands. Looks like a serious strategy discussion! '$K*%1* Wff** " " M M*f : ' :: St: : - ^^H : ;; fl ' * .,., ^L mtt n * Mtlillll* F 'UlflM ^f . : ' / ":'; : . : :-.'::;- | / ! I ^Hf * | f 4 - t f * * * * #* Sophia Williams of the Grand Bahamas. * * * * t I . ; I f - 60 Iesha Hill of Statesboro, Georgia. Bridget Thomas, a senior from Stone Mountain, Georgia. Samantha Hassell, a freshman from Washington, D. C. Aisha Douglas, a junior from Atlanta, Georgia. Women's Tennis Coach: Gregory Green. Team members not pictured: Carol Currie and LaTonya Kennedy. 61 Tiger Baseball 97-98 $ its*... tg * The Savannah State University Baseball Team is anothei SIAC championship winner, bringing home their fourth consecutive championship trophy in 1998. 62 The Winning Team 44 Eric Andrews Catcher 3 Isiah Brown Catcher 33 James Coovert Pitcher 32 Tavis Cummings Left Field 28 Matt Devlin Pitcher/ 1st Base 31 Charles Green Pitcher 20 James Greig 3rd Base 16 Ellis Hanks CenterField 24 Roderick Hayes Right Field 2 David Hernandez Short Stop 19 Matt Hoffman Pitcher 18 Mike Hoffman Pitcher 8 Brandon Jackson Center Field 10 Marqus Johnson Catcher 23 Deyano Martin 1st Base 4 Willie Melendez Left Field 7 Randeric Moore Pitcher 30 DeFaunt Norton Short Stop 26 Raju Patel Catcher 9 Torrie Pinkins 3rd Base 25 Roderick Ricks 1st Base 11 Angel Santana Pitcher 17 Bobby Settle Left Field 27 DeOndre Singleton Pitcher 15 Denoavis Smartt Catcher 6 Tarik Smiley 2nd Base 22 Billy Strouse 2nd Base 5 Tray Williams Short Stop Head Coach: Jamie Rigdon Student Coaches: Christopher "Teeple" Hill and Robert Lampkin m* Tiger baseball players at practice for a winning season. Tiger fans enjoying a baseball game. Or maybe the camera generated this enthusiasm. 63 64 Let the Races Begin! Track & Field and Cross Country Savannah State University sponsors a total of nine intercollegiate sports, including men's and women's track and field and cross country. 65 Men's Track & Field Team: first row, Harold Washington, Rico Campbell, and Carnell Coleman, second row, Charles Wheeler. Ramon Huff, Fred Hull and Bernard Gracey. third row, Dennis Narh-Martey, Kareem Epps, and Stanley Ervin. lop row, Robert Bynoe and Chris Johnson, not pictured: William Rhodes and Ed Williams. Head Coach: Ted Whitaker. - - - ^ Robert Bynoe, Guyanna. Carnell Coleman, Fort Lauderdale. 66 Rochelle Mack, Atlanta. Damia Ward, Stone Mountain. Women's Track Team: first row, Damia Ward, Latisha Gillis, and Roshelle Mack, second row, Kenya Hodge, Stephanie Edwards, Melody Webb, and Nekosha Fambro. top row, Catia Jackson and Lynette Goodman, not pictured: April Pullen, Nikole Barney, LaDwayna Wilcher, Laniece Thomas, Michelle Duncan, and Tameiko Allen. Head Coach: Ted Whitaker. 67 If alfci ^ /e/?. Chris Johnson of Savannah gets into starting position at Wright Stadium. below. Kenya Hodge of Lake Whales, Florida, a member of the Cross Country team. Other cross- country runners include Rochelle Mack, Stephanie Edwards. Nekosha Fambro, Lyn Lewis, and Jessica Avila-Franco. Head Coach: Ted Whitaker. left. Melody Webb of Chicago looks like a winner! 68 Women's Volleyball 97-98 Volleyball Team Natalie Brown 4 Nikki Johnson Karen Garvin Michelle Duncan 9 Jennifer McCord 1 Ayana McCoy 1 1 Catia Jackson 1 5 Yanora Wade 21 Melody Webb 23 Tameiko Allen 25 Nikole Barney 3 1 Laniece Thomas 69 9 e ?. "-" 70 All Eyez on Campus Activities Jr. Women of Excellence, MLK and the Midnite Breakfast .... . . . xJunVot i % ixcerl fence: Jr. Women of Excellence, sponsored by the Office of Student Affairs, recognizes juniors who have excelled in the classroom and in their communities. SSU participates in the city's annual MLK Jr. Observance Day parade, which is one of the largest observances in the Southeast. The Midnight Breakfast has become a tradition at SSU. Administrators, faculty and staff members whip up waffles, pancakes, eggs, toast and more for students to enjoy on the eve of final exams. 71 .--: DJ I f X N .Ml Mall >t llt e \^*" l3o ,vers.tj m W ' .'.'. " ' ' 12 Tigers Love a Parade: MLK Jr. Parade The drum majors lead the way down MLK Jr. Boulevard. A pretty smile from a pretty majorette: Miss Erica Griftin of Savannah. Crystal and the dance squad are always kickin' and steppin'. 73 right. The ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. are well represented at the Junior Women of Excellence ceremony. below. VerLynda "Nikki" Slaughter poses with her mom. VerLynda. at the Junior Women of Excellence banquet. 74 Jr. Women of Excellence at Savannah State University Nikki Slaugher and Ayana McCoy, the Junior Woman of Excellence. Savannah State University First Lady Mrs. T. LaVerne Ricks-Brown and Miss McCoy. 75 elcome to the Midnight Breakfast Brandy Cofield. Tracey Saxton and Melissa Teenier Even Santa shows up for the Midnight Breakfast to take "final wishes" from students. Tijuana Brewer is ready to tell Santa what she needs to make her exam wishes come true! President Brown gives a pep talk to students at the Midnight Breakfast before they return to their studies. 76 President Brown accepts a check from Rhonda Bass of the The Pepsi celebration was timed to celebrate the Pepsi Cola Company. baseball team's SIAC victory. All Tigers Turn Out for the Day of a New Generation left. Ladies of AKA -- Ebony Kelsy, Tijuana Brewer and Kel 1 1 Jackson struttinc the oh-so-familiar AKA stroll! above. Members ot the tennis team. left. Stephen. Anthisa and Conshombia are sporting their new generation attire. left. Mario Bennett (center) and friends. Where is your new generation attire? 77 All Eyez On Student Leaders At SSU 78 w seated. Farrel Smith, standing 1-r: Fecelia Billingslea. VerLynda Slaughter. Bridgette Thomas. Brandi Cofield. Michelle Andrews and Felicia Billingslea. 1-r, Bridgette Thomas, VerLynda Slaughter, Fecelia Billingslea, Farrel Smith, Felicia Billingslea, Michelle Andrews and Brandi Cofield. 79 pha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. l-r, Ken Albright, Jerome N'eal, Joshua Sanders, Dwayne Gilliard, Danny, Chris Holmes, Tyrone Morrow, Ricardo Thomas, Lamar Rhodes. Stephen Culver and Juan Johnson Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. 81 mega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Que Dogs in Step! right. Corey D. Robinson ;- Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. above, Phi Beta Signa paraphernalia on display 83 igma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. M Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. 85 1 R . O . T . C . The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) unit was established at Savannah State in 1971 with an enrollment of 41 midshipmen. Mid- shipmen who successfully complete the four-year NROTC Program and graduate with a baccalaureate degree are eligible for commissioning as officers in the U.S. Navy or Marine Corps. NROTC midshipmen and instructors. uKUhrj, The flag corps unit participates in many local parades. Navy ROTC instructors, including Commander Welch Fair. 1 4th from left a LESTER HALL COUNCIL ..: ATHLETIC ADVISORY BOARD 87 ARINE BIOLOGY CLUB PLAYERS BY THE SEA ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE CLUB RESIDENCE ASSISTANTS Student -g ivisory Board Junior Class Officers Freshman Class Officers 90 The F r ien d 1 y Beings The SSU Peer Counselors -- known to many as The Friendly Beings -- are the first to greet incoming freshmen students each fall. During the week of new student orientation, the peer counselors help the freshmen make the transition to a new way of life the life of a Tiger! above. That looks like Ayana McCoy doing the Tiger hustle. 91 e ... ^: A Final Look at Organizations . . . . . . . .. 93 All EYEZ on COMMENCEMENT Commencement '98 featured Dr. John Hope Franklin as the guest speaker. Franklin is chair of President Clinton's advisory board for "One America: The President's Initiative on Race." Franklin is the James B. Duke Professor of History Emeritus and for seven years was Professor of Legal History in the law school at Duke University. 94 Commencement Ceremony ^ V s \ s :: ,Jfl ^k^^B J^ L ml *m ^Hh^^^^ ^^^ Ik // ,],'. ' if ..,.,;:.. ^^^89 mm :>;.' :'; ::':':.' ^amm , ^ - ; ''' ; -^;'.'4 : N:. : :-..;^' 95 . . . . Yes, the Tiger has driving privileges on the yard! The SSU campus in full bloom is a beautiful site to behold above, the band performs at a campus pep rally. right lop. the rear of the King-Frazier Student Center % out let Dr. Silver tool you! He is practicing his listening This group of athletes listens attentively during a special ills in the audience. lecture in the ballroom. Around The Campus of TIGER "Yes, they call me Songbird. You want me to sing for you right now -- here in the student center?!" "We are the men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity!" * kw A "Friendly Being." SSU Peer Counselor Valerie Williams, gets advice from President Brown during the new student orientation period. 99 . 100 miir The first pep rally of 1998 started A little rain doesn't dampen thai under threatening skies. When the Tiger Spirit 1 rain started to fall, the The Tiger Band and Tiger fans moved inside the King-Frazier Student Center. 101 Mixing and Matching Pool parties, pep rallies, pledging and peer counselors -- these are just a few aspects of student life that new SSU freshmen are introduced to when they arrive on c a mpus. A n d even more awaits. It's all part of the total university experience. The SSU Peer Counselors put on a step show at an introductory session for new freshmen and their parents. All in fun, they take "volunteers" from th audience who are willing to give the footwork a try. 102 103 The President gives a lesson in Cash Register 101 at the annual Midnieht Breakfast . The Tiger likes the attention he is getting from these young ladies. April Dobbs cannot get past the Tiger without Chef Shaunce Rile y P re P ares scrumptious treats for the cash money or a valid student ID. Midnight Breakfast feast. 105 The Coronation ceremony was narrated by Stephanie Jackson. Miss Black Georgia 1 998-99 and a senior at SSU, and Mr. William Pinckney, a freshman. Homecoming f 98 SSU: Achieving the Extraordinary Together The Queen's Coronation A Royal Evening Extraordinaire Miss Freshman Shannon Sims 106 A Countess of Her Majesty's Court Miss Graduate Association of Public Administration Undine Truedell A Lady of Her Majesty's Court Miss Bostic Hall Kima Brantley 107 Miss Delta Sigma Theta Tameiko Allen Miss Sociology Daria Williams Miss Zeta Phi Beta Trisha Brazier 108 Ladies Countesses Baronesses Miss International Student Association Sophia Williams Miss Upward Bound Melquita Singleton Marquessas Duchesses 109 /-/: Miss Clef Club, Angel Brayboy; Miss Cheerleader, Ayanna Daniels; and Miss Baptist Student Union, Lenisha Ware. 110 Miss Peer Counselor Fecilia Billingslea Miss Alpha Kappa Alph Felieia Billinesle Ill Her Majesty the Queen Tracey LaTonya Saxton The Columbus, Georgia, native is a senior majoring in biology. After graduation, she plans to attend medical school to prepare for a career as an obstetrician/gynecologist. Tracey is an active member of Tri-Beta, the honor society for biology undergraduates; the Peer Counselors; Pre-Med Club; Pan-Hellenic Council; and Delta Sigma Theta Sororitv, Inc. CD "cD CD c c CD > CD 113 Her Majesty with the Princesses of Her Court left, Second Attendant: Melissa Teemer The Albany. Georgia, native is a senior majoring in mass communications with a minor in psychology. Upon graduation. Melissa plans to pursue a doctoral degree in psychology. She is president of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Inc.. Vice President of the Mental Health Professions Student Association. Secretary of the Senior Class, a Peer Counselor, a member of the Mass Communication Club and the WHO Tiaer Eve News Team. right. First Attendant: Valorie Williams A senior from Atlanta. Georgia. Valorie is pursuing a major in ma communications with a minor in psychology. After graduation, she plans pursue a doctoral degree in psychology. Valorie is president of both tl Peer Counselors Association and the Mental Health Professions Stude Association. Valorie is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sororit Inc.. the Pan-Hellenic Council and the Wesleyan Gospel Choir. - lip *VJ k F ^\^^ ^ ^ 1 .k^ ** MKBi Tijuana Brewer, Miss SSU 1997-98, crowns Tracey Saxton with help from SSU President Carlton E. Brown. Her Majesty the Queen and her Princesses are joined by the Duchesses of the Royal Court: 1-r, Miss Senior, Catrena Carter; Miss Sophomore, Catressa Gooden; Miss Freshman, Shannon Sims; and Miss Junior, Antisha Walls. ~v HQMEC0AN6'<18 PARADE Miss Phi Alpha Delta Law Foundation, Chiquitta Lewis, sports a pretty smile. Miss Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., waves to the parade erowd from her tloat. c - s / '- \ f inss4-**. * "Whoaaaaa! Let's pause for this shot." 116 Miss SSU, Tracey Saxton, aboard the Royal Parade Float. 117 PRE-GAME President Brown prepares to toss the Home- coming game hall during the pre-game show at Memorial Stadium. The Tigers faced Tuskegee University in the "First City Classic." "Who told you we were camera shy?" 118 Vocalist Huxsie Scott performs the National An- them as her alma mater's hand looks on in the background . 119 During the halftime show, Parade Grand Marshal Virginia Edwards is introduced to fans. Edwards, a graduate of Savan- nah State, is superintendent of Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools. A 1&2S& SSU National Alumni Association President John Brown pose< with Celebrity Grand Marshal Chanda Rubin, a professional tennis player. Rubin was the honorary guest for SSU's first Invitationa Scholarship Tennis Challenge sponsored by St. Joseph's/Candle) Health System not shown: Charlie L. Bryan, Honorary Grand Marshal 120 left, Lamar Rhodes, president of the Student Government Association, escorts Miss SSU, Traeey Saxton, during the halftime presentations. below, SGA's Willie Williams escorts Valorie Williams, First Attendant to Miss SSU. left, Melissa Teemer, Second Attendant to Miss SSU, is escorted by SGA's Dwayne Gilliard. -v4jr.; ^ 121 ri umecoming '98: The First City Classic SSU Tigers vs. Tuskegee University Golden Tigers Nov. 14, 1998 1:30 p.m. Memorial Stadium ty t tft yfttfff t t f 1998 Tiger Football Schedule Aug. 29 Tigers at Elizabeth City Sept. 5 45th Annual Gateway Classic Bethune Cookman College Jacksonville, Florida Sept. 12 Tigers at Clark Atlanta Sept 1 9 Tigers at Lane College Sept. 26 Morehouse College Oct. 3 Music City Classic Albany State Macon, Georgia Oct. 10 Tigers at Morris Brown Oct. 24 Kentucky State Oct. 31 Fort Valley State Nov. 7 Tigers at Miles College Nov. 14 Tuskegee 124 f JXJi Abdul xashad AtlantL GA 1 1 .1 hi il i o n Bledsoe RiverkJajft, GA l.ee (.. 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GA / < \ Macey Capnlnings l)t*i.(.A 120 TIGERS To mm One 1 wson JL Kddiel.igj ms Milleiigfvm>,<;\ Chris \liiMleton Monks <)orn^r, SC To&Young Stat eshor*. GA Reginald Jackson BnmsHick(.\ / f\ Do n ail Harris Mamtta^GA Derricjx IVJjicklin M illedg*vih>. GA \ Jason $tf wart Monks^docn^r, SC John Prison <.leiwi\rfle,( \ David Smith AlbahyfGA Heijcy Hjugie Ceorgefcm a, SC t /1-.W.V Peter JHa^hard Raleigh! \C Edward^L. iJkerett AppliWGA Risheemjyfiihammad Houston. l\ Marqus/Sie^enson Augusta, G A 127 '/ VU wm&mm mMmiiL i i.iL .Gm<&i^ax!mi8&M>!i8&&&am!M Archie Hayes Burgaw.JN'C Da mop Thomas St. \1arys,(,\ kenuefh P-avne Ja< kiooi lilc. FL AlbertMitthell Hilton H*ad,S< Kn- Mo it 01 1 Ft, Layderdale. FL Chafes inmaii Belle Glade. FL , Freddrick Hull Sa\aona^i,(iA DontaeHeWerson ChmlftttiyNC Jason Cross Silver Springs, MD Anthony Red dick \lbitnv. (, \ Rat.u i Lewis SpartaCA Chester da ry Houston, TX KelviriFVazier Ridgeviie. SC Donai I -Jjpyce Savannah, /": > ecial thanks to the Savannah State University administration, Dr. Carlton E. Brown, president. Mr. Gary Oliver, Smdent Activities, Office of Student Affairs Miss Felicia Sigler, Communications Department student intern Miss Renee Huff, Communications Department student intern Miss April Dobbs, SSU student Photography: Mi. Donald DuPont/DuPont Photography Creations Daryl Reynolds Afe Mr. Richard Riley/SSU Archives Ms. Loretta D. Hevward Savannah State University 9 Yi r > V