There are 21 article(s) tagged Tennessee State University:

• September 2024

  • Exhibition showcases three decades of Southern Heritage Classic history

    It will feature 120 items from founder Fred Jones Jr.’s collection, as well as memorabilia from the five HBCUs that have participated since its 1990 inception.

    By Bianca Thedford September 09, 2024

• March 2024

  • Tennessee politicians strip historically Black university of its board

    Black lawmakers and community leaders said state leaders, a majority of whom are white, are unfairly targeting Tennessee State University.

    By The Associated Press March 29, 2024

• September 2023

  • Southern Heritage Classic: Tennessee State holds off Arkansas-Pine Bluff

    A blocked field goal return in the final minute helps the Tigers defeat the Golden Lions in the 34th annual Southern Heritage Classic.

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    Southern Heritage Classic Parade marches through Orange Mound

    By Kambui Bomani September 10, 2023

  • Southern Heritage Classic Parade marches through Orange Mound

    Community members came out to watch the spectacle before the Southern Heritage Classic, at which Tennessee State University will play the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff September 09, 2023

  • Southern Heritage Classic Football Preview: Tenn. State, Ark.-Pine Bluff both hungry for a win

    Since Eddie George has taken over the helm as the Tigers’ head coach before the 2021 season, he has yet to win the Southern Heritage Classic. Rookie head coach Alonzo Hampton of UAPB is leading his program into their first-ever SHC.

    By Kambui Bomani September 07, 2023

• August 2023

  • UAPB alumni excited about Southern Heritage Classic inclusion

    For the first time since 1993, the Southern Heritage Classic will not include Jackson State University for its annual football showdown against the Tennessee State Tigers. 

    By Kambui Bomani August 27, 2023

• June 2023

  • Southern Heritage Classic concerts include Morris Day, Gladys Knight

    The entertainment lineup surrounding the 34th Southern Heritage Classic has been released.

    By Liaudwin Seaberry Jr. June 26, 2023

• February 2023

  • Southern Heritage Classic tickets go on sale Friday

    Former band members from new participant Arkansas at Pine Bluff can’t wait to see their school play Tennessee State in Memphis.

    By Frank Bonner II February 02, 2023

• September 2022

  • Box score: Jackson State 16, Tennessee State 3

    Jackson State scored a late touchdown to seal the Southern Heritage Classic win over Tennessee State.

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    Defense, kicking game carries Jackson State to Classic victory

    By The Associated Press September 12, 2022

  • Defense, kicking game carries Jackson State to Classic victory

    Jackson State University kicker Alejandro Mata claimed game’s MVP award while JSU’s defense continues to shine.

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    Box score: Jackson State 16, Tennessee State 3

     

    By John Varlas September 11, 2022

  • Southern Heritage Classic: JSU a clear favorite against TSU

    Jackson State and Tennessee State meet Saturday, Sept. 10, at 6 p.m., at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, in what might be the final Southern Heritage Classic between the two Tigers teams.

    By Drew Hill September 09, 2022

• June 2022

  • Democratic candidates for governor debate health care, guns, teacher pay

    The Democratic candidates in the race are Memphis City Councilman JB Smiley Jr., Nashville-based critical-care physician Jason Martin and Memphis activist Carnita Atwater. 

    By Ian Round June 22, 2022

• May 2022

  • Classic dilemma: How will Southern Heritage replace JSU?

    The Southern Heritage Classic has been a staple in Memphis for more than 30 years; what will it mean for the city after JSU is no longer involved? 

    By Frank Bonner II May 02, 2022

• February 2022

  • How the U of M will benefit from this year’s state budget

    The governor announced a significant boost to education funding in his State of the State Address on Monday, Jan. 31, with nearly $2 billion going to higher education.

    By Daja E. Henry February 02, 2022

• October 2021

  • SCS honors students awarded TSU scholarships

    In the latest of several ceremonies across the county, Tennessee State University and Shelby County Schools recognized hundreds of students Monday who are being awarded scholarships by the university.

    By Daja E. Henry October 25, 2021

• September 2021

  • TSU presents scholarships to senior class at Middle College High School

    In a surprise ceremony in the school’s gym, Tennessee State University granted scholarships to the entire senior class at Middle College High School.

    By Daja E. Henry September 23, 2021

  • Four things to watch in the Southern Heritage Classic

    Both Tennessee State and Jackson State feature numerous Memphians, and even a former Memphis Tiger.

    By Steven Johnson September 10, 2021

  • Calkins: Memphis and Fred Jones get the ‘Prime Time’ event they deserve

    It’s Eddie George vs. Deion Sanders at the Liberty Bowl. Which is exactly the matchup that Fred Jones and the Southern Heritage Classic deserve.

    By Geoff Calkins September 10, 2021

• July 2020

  • TSU will begin Aug. 17; first 2 weeks will be online only

    University is offering 15% tuition discounts to students who take all classes online; housing fees will be refunded.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff July 21, 2020

• September 2019

  • Colleges, careers showcased at Southern Heritage Classic fair

    The Classic College and Career Fair gives high school students a chance to learn about regional colleges they could attend.

    By Elle Perry September 14, 2019

  • Southern Heritage Classic like a family reunion to TSU, JSU alumni

    For alumni of Jackson State University and Tennessee State University, the Southern Heritage Classic is like a family reunion. 

    By Elle Perry September 12, 2019