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TSU Votes: This morning, Texas Southern University accepted the early voting challenge from Mayor
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students, faculty, staff, and community members headed to the polls.
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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Texas Southern University icon Dr. Thomas F. Freeman. The esteemed debate coach, orator and teacher began his career at TSU in 1949.
The Ocean of Soul performs alongside the Spirit of Houston at halftime of the UH-TSU game. Great collaboration and spirit of unity for these two universities!
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Graduating senior Dexter Maryland became TSU's first Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellow. He was selected out of almost 900 candidates for the fellowship, which is funded by the U.S. Department of State and administered by Howard University.
We are deeply saddened to hear of literary giant Toni Morrison’s passing. The recipient of many notable awards including the Pulitzer Prize and Nobel Prize, Morrison started her career at Texas Southern University in 1955 as an instructor. Our thoughts are with the family.
Texas Southern University will serve as the venue for the third Democratic primary debate, to be held Thursday and Friday, September 12-13, 2019, in the Health & Physical Education (H&PE) Arena.
The Texas Southern University Board of Regents named Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young as the sole finalist for the position of President of Texas Southern University.
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Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young has been confirmed as the 13th President of Texas Southern University by the TSU Board of Regents. We look forward to working collectively to achieve unprecedented success at an accelerated pace.
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Nothing like a Rocket repping Texas Southern University - the heart & soul of Houston - on opening day of the NBA! Nice sweatshirt, Chris Paul!
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Texas Southern University Board of Regents announce scholarship fund for George Floyd’s daughter, Gianna. The Board, in conjunction with the TSU Foundation Board, has approved a fund to provide a full scholarship for Floyd’s beloved daughter, Gianna.
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– "I'm really thankful for the
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community. They all made us feel special. They made the stadium feel like it was ours.
"We're very thankful to Texas Southern for being such great neighbors."
THANK YOU, Texas Southern!
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Happy birthday, Dr. Thomas F. Freeman! 100 years ago today a legend was born. Thank you for your service to Texas Southern University. We hope you have a fantastic day.
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We are honored to announce that Texas Southern University’s Debate Team is one of the select groups to virtually participate in the historic inauguration of President-elect Joseph R. Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala D. Harris.
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Dr. Lesia Crumpton-Young is the 13th president of Texas Southern University. She was the 1st African American woman to earn a Ph.D. in Engineering from Texas A&M, & she’s one of the first African-American women in the U.S. to reach the rank of full professor in engineering.
Congratulations to the 76th Miss Texas Southern University Kynnedi Brown and the 22nd Mister Texas Southern University Javion Cox!
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Texas Southern University alumnus and former state representative, the late Al Edwards ‘66, initiated legislation to establish Juneteenth as a holiday in Texas. Edwards, commonly known as “Mr. Juneteenth,” introduced the holiday under House Bill 1016.
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Did you know we have a new five-floor Library Learning Center on the campus of Texas Southern University? It seats 1,073 for a total occupancy of approximately 2,300 people.
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Angela Rye, who brings a unique perspective of strategy and policymaking inside the beltway of the nation’s capital, will be the speaker at Texas Southern University’s Spring 2019 Commencement.
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Mr. Juneteenth: TSU alumnus and former state representative, the late Al Edwards, initiated legislation to establish
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as a holiday in Texas. As a freshman state representative, Edwards, commonly known as "Mr. Juneteenth," introduced the holiday under House Bill 1016.
Today we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the United States. Did you know a building on Texas Southern University's campus is named after the civil rights activist? The Martin Luther King Jr. Humanities building is home to the School of Communication.
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Texas Southern University is now the 2nd largest HBCU in the nation. With more than 10,000 students, we are growing in so many ways – providing excellence in our academic programs and a vibrant campus culture 2nd to none! Go Tigers!
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Thanks
@HoustoniaMag
for highlighting what makes TSU and other HBCUs great – and putting the spotlight on one of our most famous graduates-to-be -
@theestallion
!
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Another alum making history! Former TSU football player & defensive coach, Tremaine Jackson
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will be the 11th head coach at Valdosta State, making him the first black head football coach for a Gulf South Conference football program. Congrats!
HE SAID Yes! ICYMI, NBA on TNT Analyst and Houston Rockets legend Kenny "The Jet" Smith will be the Commencement speaker at Commencement. Full story here -->
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TSU has cleared account balances for more than 2,000 students. This investment of HEERF dollars removes a major financial barrier & opens the door for them to register this semester, & continue pursuing their degree.
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Annabella Awazi (left) and Divonte Lumpkin (right) have been named the Valedictorian and Salutatorian. Awazi, a biology major graduating with a 3.977 GPA, is the Valedictorian and Lumpkin, an accounting major graduating with a 3.974 GPA, is the Salutatorian.
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Help us welcome our TSU Tiger Men's Basketball Team back to Houston and congratulate them on their play in the NCAA Tournament. They are scheduled to arrive on campus at H & PE Arena under the portico at 12:30 p.m. tomorrow, March 17. We are
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Proud!
It’s Official,
@rolandsmartin
, an award-winning print, radio and television journalist, will be the keynote speaker at commencement exercises on Saturday, May 12.
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Texas Southern University will be closed tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 20, due to uncertain road conditions, as well as faculty, staff and students who arrived home late tonight due to road closures and extreme traffic. Additionally, many area school districts will be closed tomorrow.
There’s no place like home!
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we are excited to welcome you back on the yard for Homecoming 2019! Pull out your calendars and save the date. We can’t wait to welcome you back home. Tag your
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crew!
For the remainder of this week, Texas Southern University is operating on a normal schedule. Following Spring Break (March 16-22), classes will resume remotely (online or alternative format) beginning Monday, March 23, until further notice.
TSU and President Young welcome Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, on campus to talk with students. Chase is investing $1 million in TSU initiatives.
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TSU’s Ocean of Soul & The Motion were proud to lead off the annual MLK Jr. parade in downtown Houston this morning. It was a great day for a parade - and a great day to remember the incredible legacy - and responsibility - he left for us.
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Winners on and off the court! Texas Southern University Men’s Basketball Team has a 1,000 APR and a 3.4 GPA, the highest in the history of the basketball program!
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First NCAA tournament history for TSU Tigers men's basketball program. Texas Southern University is where legends and leaders are made on and off the court!
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Tigers, we are excited to safely welcome you back to the Tiger Walk for Texas Southern University Homecoming 2021: Experience the Transformation! See you soon and GO TIGERS!
The TSU Debate Team brought home another championship this month! The team won first place at the Texas Intercollegiate Forensics Association Fall Speech and Debate Championship Tournament!
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Students, faculty and staff of Texas Southern University are urged to evacuate campus due to a threat received from Houston Police Department. All TSU classes are cancelled for the remainder of the day.
TIGERS ARE DANCING AGAIN! 🐅
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makes it 4
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appearances in 5 years with a 84-69 win over Arkansas Pine-Bluff in the SWAC Championship!
Help us congratulate President Lesia Crumpton-Young on being elected the inaugural president of the Black Women Collegiate President & Chancellors Organization.