Good Monday Morning FMU Family!

As always, great things are happening on the campus of Florida Memorial University…AND WE HAVE MUCH TO BE THANKFUL FOR!

It is my great pleasure to announce that Cindy Rosero has been awarded the prestigious Gilman Scholarship at the highest amount Gilman awards for a study abroad program in the countries she will be going to. The IES Abroad Program Cindy will participate in during Spring 2016 is focused on Emerging Economies: A Global Perspective of the Causes, Consequences, and Challenges in Chile & Brazil. Cindy is a Business Administration major.

Also, Music major/ Finance minor, Chelsea Moss has been accepted into ISEP (International Student Exchange Program) to study at the University of Ghana in Accra in Spring of 2016.

Additionally, Dr. Keshia Abraham applied for and secured FMU’s participation in the CIEE Passport Caravan project which is part of CIEE’s Generation Study Abroad commitment, to go to selected schools and provide FREE passports to their students. The Caravan will be coming to us in 2016-2017. She has asked them for the maximum number of passports possible which is 150. Keep your fingers crossed #FMUgoesGLOBAL!

From November 16th to November 20th, FMU’s Black Studies Committee’s fourth annual MAPEMA KWANZAA celebration brought a full week of culturally enriching and engaging activities to campus. The festivities began on Monday with a traditional entrance processional and culminated on Friday with the Kuumba Fest. This outdoor festival featured performances by the Department of Visual and Performing Arts Pop Ensemble, Chapter3, Prof. Jessica Alarcon. There were also a record number of vendors at the festival, including five members of the FMU family. Other activities during the week included the announcement of FMU’s Global Citizenship Portal for International Education Opportunities; a screening and discussion of the film The Black Candle, by M.K. Asante; a panel discussion on Black Culture, Ethnicity, and Identity; and the ever popular, Kwanzaa Jeopardy. Special thanks to members of FMU’s Royal Court, Student Government, School of Business, Future Educations of America, and the FMU Chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists for their contributions in making each day special.

During this year’s Mapema Kwanzaa celebration, six Adinkra symbols were installed on the glass wall between the Lou Rawls Center for the Performing Arts and the lagoon. The symbols represent greatness, charisma and leadership; the importance of learning from the past; unit and human relations; examination and quality control; wisdom, knowledge, and prudence; and the supremacy of God. Additional photos will be posted on the Lou Rawls Center for the Performing Arts Facebook page.

The FMU Theater Department under the leadership of Mr. Keith Wade traveled to Santa Fe College in Gainesville, FL., to attend a regional theater conference and returned with exciting news! For the first time in the illustrious history of this institution, one of our students, Ms. Clitauna Dykes, has been selected to perform and compete in the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC). Over 200 of the most talented and experienced theatre students from around the state of Florida auditioned at this year’s Florida Theatre Conference. Ms. Dykes performance was evaluated as superior and among the very best this state has to offer. As a result, she is one of the selected few chosen to represent the state and this institution at SETC this year. Congratulations!

What is SETC? The Southeastern Theatre Conference is the largest and most active regional theatre conferences in the nation. The most elite theatre students from around the region gather at the conference every year to compete for scholarships, professional opportunities, and internships with professional theatre organizations from around the nation. It is the gateway to a thriving career in the theatre industry. What does this mean for Florida Memorial University? Ms. Dykes selection is the first step in the validation of our institution as a viable training ground for students that passionately dream of pursuing a professional career in Theatre. It is practical proof that this art can translate into a viable career and field of study. Ms. Dykes’ success is a badge of honor not simply for the artistic training she has received here, but the scholastic excellence, the discipline of dedication, and the true meaning of character instilled at our institution. She has given this family of Lions a true reason to Roar!

Mr. Keith Wade and students (shown from left to right)
Dante Buckson Jennifer Beltres Katherine Beltres Nekisha Murrell and the National Representative Clitiuana Dykes

I am pleased to share that the University has been awarded the Annie E. Casey Foundation (AECF) Mini-Grant for Talent Pipeline Initiative ($15,000)!

Ashley Henry Named Sun Conference Women’s Basketball Player of the Week

Ashley Henry, Florida Memorial
University Park, Ill. / Eastern Michigan University

Florida Memorial’s Ashley Henry is this week’s Sun Conference Women’s Basketball Player of the Week.

Henry averaged 17.5 points and 12.5 rebounds over two games for the Lions. She tallied 13 points and 10 boards in a 56-54 loss to Edward Waters. She followed that up with a 22 point, 15 rebound effort in a four point loss to Florida A&M. She shot 57.1 percent (12-of-21) from the field on the week.

Natasha James Named To Academic All-Sun Conference Team

Arasay Guerra Named To Honorable Mention All-Sun Conference Team

Six Women’s Soccer Named to Academic All-Conference Team!

• Maria Kecskemeti
• Johana Salcedo
• Camila Scobino
• Hohebeth Vega
• Leilani Bellieni
• Cindy Rosero

Ameena Shaheed, Gerald Pattilo and Erica McKinney represented the University at the Give Miami Community Block party at the Miami Marlins Ballpark. They had an opportunity to meet other representatives from community based organizations, speak with vendors. They also met quite a few young people who were interested in visiting our campus. We were the only University that was represent at the event. #weareallrecruiters!

From the Desk of Dean Valerie Hall
The Links Incorporated

Florida Memorial University’s, #ThisIsWhereIBelong, ‘Linking with Lions’ initiative is proud to announce that we are partnering with the Dade County Chapter of The Links Incorporated, with their ‘Lean Forward with Mentoring’ Program. As a part of our retention and persistence initiative #ThisIsWhereIBelong, 60 students was selected to participate in the program. The students joined with the members of the Links and participated in a vision board designing exercise.

Pillow Talk

In an effort to help our students, more so females, to deal with the emotional challenges they may experience, the Office of the Dean of Students within the Division of Student Affairs has officially launched Pillow Talk. On Thursday, November 5, 2015, over 20 females joined the Dean for an emotional and enlightening wrap session.

The program provided a creative outlet and a conversation piece for students, especially females, to discuss and debate some of the plaguing issues in their society and circle. It also allowed time for positive fellowship and invited a notion or strong feeling of sisterhood among the young ladies through the concept of talk therapy.

Residential Life ‘Kick Ball’ Tournament

On Thursday, November 12, 2015, the Department of Residential Life in collaboration with the Intramural Department hosted a ‘Kick Ball’ Tournament on the Florida Memorial University Baseball Field.
The teams were split up amongst male and female residence halls. During the fun-filled afternoon event, although the girls played their hearts out, the males reigned supreme and were declared the winners of the tournament.
Thanks to everyone who made the event such a huge success.

Professor William Hobbs spoke at the Job Corps Men’s Conference to the young brothers about the importance of responsibility at the Betty T Ferguson Center (Nov. 20th). The price for greatness is not responsibility anymore. The average man should be responsible. The price for greatness should be responsibility and constant self -improvement!

FMU Music Students present awards to Music Faculty to thank them for their hard work and dedication! #FMUsGOTTALENT!

Have a Blessed Week and A HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

SAVE THE DATE

Move-In Day
Thursday, January 7, 2016

A Holiday Concert

Featuring… The Ambassador Chorale and The 2015 Community Mass Choir and Orchestra Performance of George Frederick Handel’s Oratorio
Sunday, December 6, 2015 at 5:00 P.M.
Lou Rawls Auditorium

Lifting Every Voice

Debut Christmas CD Release & Concert
Thursday, December 3, 2015, 7:30 P.M.
Lou Rawls Center for the Performing Arts

Week of Welcome!

January 11-15, 2016

COM 210 TV Production
Student Video Presentations
Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015
5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Lehman Auditorium
Everyone is welcome to attend!

New Members Appointed to Homeland Security Academic Advisory Council

The Nutcracker

Saturday, December 19, 2015 at 7:00 P.M.
Sunday, December 20, 2015 at 3:30 P.M.
Lou Rawls Center for the Performing Arts

For Tickets & Information Visit: THENUTCRACKERSWING.ORG

Miss Florida Memorial University

featured in Onyx Magazine, November / December 2015 Issue

When Yolanda began her attendance at Florida Memorial University, she immediately embarked on leadership positions in several organizations. She served as Miss Goode Hall 2012-2013; Executive Board Secretary for the Bahamian Connection Organization; Miss Honors Council for the 2013-2014 school year; a member of the Iota Alpha Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Spring of 2014; and during this semester, Yolanda was also elected as Miss Homecoming for the 2013-2014 academic school year. She is currently a member of Delta Mu Delta and the FMA Honors Society and holds a position on the Dean’s List. Yolanda’s apparent dedication to academics is vividly exemplified through her numerous scholastic achievements. She believes in succeeding academically and also being actively involved in her community. Upon graduation, she aspires to attend Columbia University where she hopes to attain a degree in Corporate Law. Her all-time favorite Bible Scripture is, “Psalms 51: 10 Create in me a clean heart; O God and renew a right spirit within me.”

Good Thursday Morning FMU Family!

As always, great things are happening on the campus of Florida Memorial University…

Please join me in congratulating FMU Board of Trustee Member and Vice-Chair, John Ruffin, on being selected as one of the 2015 Unsung Heroes. Vice-Chair Ruffin will be honored at the 25th Annual Black and White Ball on December 19, 2015 at the Woodlands Country Club in Tamarac. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor.

Florida Memorial University was named 19th among the most affordable small colleges for a psychology degree in the U.S. The ranking was created using information from the National Center for
Education Statistics’ College Navigator database. Best Psychology Degrees’ mission is to provide high-quality, well-researched rankings and other resources for individuals considering a career in psychology.

The article and award badge can be found here:
http://www.bestpsychologydegrees.com/top/affordable-selective-small-colleges-for-a-psychology-degree/

The above picture include the National Black MBA Chapter meeting on Wednesday November 4, 2015 on FMU campus. Mr. Alex Lacroix, an MBA student in the School of Business, received the Jacki Tuckfield Memorial Gradate Business Scholarship.

The African and African-American Artists hosted a panel discussion entitled: Why Black Art Matters on the campus of FMU during the 6th Annual Art Basel Panel on Contemporary African Diaspora Art

Florida Memorial University’s School of Art and Sciences in partnership with CADA Conversations present the Sixth Annual Art Basel Panel Discussion on Contemporary African Diaspora Art. The panel, moderated by Curator and CADA Managing Director Ludlow Bailey convened on Sunday December 6, 2015 at The Nathan W. Collier Library at Florida Memorial University. The 2015 panel included Ethiopian based curator, Dr. DestaMeghoo, Nigerian artist and curator, Dr. Ugochukwu- Smooth Nzewi, Hood Museum, Dartmouth College, African-American artist, Bernard Williams and cultural writer, Julie Walker from The Root.com.

Congratulations to Aiysha Lindsay, Annica Henderson, Dymond Henry, Kourtni Garvin (not pictured), Escarleth Parajon, Etitia Calhoun, Sydney Chanlatte,
Vashti Charlton for successfully completing their internships with the Women in Transportation Initiative (WITI). Through a collaboration with the Career Development Center and key members of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation Southeast Region, the students interned with the following companies; AAR Corp., Boeing, DOT-FAA, Fountainbleu Aviation, Miami Dade Transit, Miami International Airport, MDX, Opa Locka Executive Airport, Seaport Miami. The ceremony was held on Monday, Nov. 23, 2015. Kudos to Dymond Henry who is slated to graduate this month for successfully passing her air traffic control test. Florida Memorial University will be in the tower!

Wesley Strapp, Jr., an aviation management major, was recently awarded a 2015 International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading Foundation (ISTAT) scholarship. ISTAT was founded in 1994 to provide funds for scholarships, educational programs and grants to qualified individuals and institutions that promote the advancement of commercial aviation and humanitarianism.

Professor William Hobbs continues in his efforts to mentor 5000 Role Models at Ponce Middle School – we appreciate your service to the community. These are future LIONS!

Our own Dr. Michael Hudson gave commentary in this article in this Miami Times on protest in South Florida. Way to go!

http://miamitimesonline.com/news/2015/nov/25/south-florida-protest/

As a historic University with deep ties to the community, our Student Government Association (SGA) partnered with our local Walmart to help 40 families that could use some extra support. Some of the families are members of the same places of worship as our staff and students. The SGA, Office of Student Affairs, and President Dr. Roslyn Artis is hoping you’ll join us this Sunday, December 6th at the Neighborhood Marketplace Walmart starting at 2pm to give the gift of giving back.

From the Desk of Dean Valerie Hall

On Thursday, November 12, 2015, the Department of Residential Life in collaboration with the Intramural Department hosted a ‘Kick Ball’ Tournament on the Florida Memorial University Baseball Field.
The teams were split up amongst male and female residence halls. During the fun-filled afternoon event, although the girls played their hearts out the males reigned supreme and was declared the winners of the tournament.
Thanks to everyone who made the event such a huge success.

Retweet Mini Seminar

The Office of the Dean of Students, on November 17, 2015, hosted a mini “Retweet Seminar” which was centered on Student Philanthropic Leadership. The session also addressed a student driven smoking cessation program and included a message from SGA Vice President. The guest speaker for this seminar was Vice President of University Advancement, Marcus Burgess.

Title IX Mandatory Cleary Training

In connection with our “#NOFear – Breaking the Silence” sexual assault campaign, our collaborative partner, The Roxy Bolton Rape Treatment hosted a mandatory training to educate our staff on how to provide competent, effective crisis intervention services to victims and survivors of sexual assault. The staff members were also presented a list of available resources to assist in this area.

Feature Student Organization Events

The Eclat Modeling Troupe hosted a modelling showcase dubbed, “The Purge”. The event, which drew a large crowd filled with family, friends and students, served as a platform for some of our students to showcase some of their designs. Other students were also given to the opportunity to display their talent in song and other artistic forms.

The Obsidian Order Theatrical Ensemble hosted a ‘Hype Thursday’ event to motivate student engagement though impromptu theatrics. The event was a rousing success and this is just one of several student-driven ‘Hype Thursday’ events.

FMU Intramural Sports participated in the first “Clash of Miami Gardens” Flag Football Tournament against their crosstown rivals St. Thomas University on Thursday, November 19, 2015. The game was held on the St. Thomas University Men’s Baseball Field. The FMU team dubbed “Total Package” came away with the victory against the STU team “Let’s Go Deep”, by a score of 24 – 21. The game was well attended by both universities.

The FMU Team “Total Package” Players: (standing L to R) Jermaine Jones, Johnny Jones, Terrance Gibson, Jamari Leak, Lovis Baker, Jean Charles & Denzel Nickerson (kneeling L to R)Montrell Snell & Malik Williams (Not in the picture Shevaris Moody). Referees: Jabari Hopkins & Jery Ceance

Aluk Adub Leads Lions with 42 Points in Blowout Win Over Edward Waters College

Florida Memorial University Men’s Basketball Team clicked on all cylinders against Edward Waters College. A balanced offensive game from the Lions led to a key victory at Russell Bucky Dent Park in Hialeah, Florida. Florida Memorial’s Aluk Adub scored a career-high 42 points to guide Florida Memorial men’s basketball team to an 89-63 victory over Edward Waters College on Saturday night. Aluk Adub was outstanding in all facets of the game, knocking down 12-of-21 of his attempts, and added nine rebounds to go with one steal. He was an amazing 13-14 from the free throw line.

In the first half, the Lions quickly erased a deficit by Edward Waters with a pair of baskets and went on a 26-7 run to put the Lions on top, 34-15 at the 7:45 mark. Edward Waters was held scoreless for two minutes before they made a basket. The teams went into the locker room with Florida Memorial up by 11 points, 44-33. Aluk Adub finished the first half with 28 points.

In the second half, both teams continued to exchange baskets, with FMU leading by as much as 14 points. With less than 15 minutes to go, Edward Waters made a run and cut the lead to 9 points, but the Lions came back with a roar and made baskets down the stretch to win the game. Florida Memorial out-shot Edward Waters 42.4 to 36.8 percent, while out-rebounding their opponent by a 54-29 margin. The Lions shot 53.8 % from the three point line.

Aluk Adub led the Lions with 42 points, 9 rebounds, 1 steal and 2 assists. Clive Smith had 13 points, 13 rebounds and 3 blocks, while Samuel Dorismond scored 10 points, 1 rebound, and had 2 assists. Deontrae Dixon also poured in 7 points and grabbed 7 rebounds.

Seven Lions Named Daktronics-NAIA Men’s Soccer Scholar-Athletes

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has announced Friday that 382 men’s soccer student-athletes have been named 2015 Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes. Baker (Kan.) landed the most individuals on the list with 11 total. Florida Memorial University Men’s Soccer Matias Ledesma, Hernan Luis Liporace, Martin Magni, Marco Perreta, Julio Vera, Jose Vidal Bazterric and Lucas Vigliaccio are among 382 Men’s soccer student-athletes that have been named 2015 Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes All-American. In order to be nominated by an institution’s head coach or sports information director, a student-athlete must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale and must have achieved a junior academic status.

Four Women’s Soccer Named Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has announced Friday that 588 Women’s Soccer student-athletes have been named 2015 Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes. Goshen (Ind.) leads all programs with 14 individuals on the list. Florida Memorial University Women’s Soccer Hohebeth Vega, Leilani Bellieni, Camila Scobina, and Cindy Rosero are among 588 women’s soccer student-athletes that have been named 2015 Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes All-American. In order to be nominated by an institution’s head coach or sports information director, a student-athlete must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale and must have achieved a junior academic status to qualify for this honor.

Natasha James Named 2015 Daktronics-NAIA Volleyball Scholar-Athlete

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) announced Friday that 428 volleyball student-athletes have been named 2015 Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athletes. Kansas Wesleyan leads all institutions with 10 individuals on the list. Florida Memorial University Volleyball player, Natasha James, recently received recognition for her outstanding academic success by being named a member of the 2015 Daktronics-NAIA Volleyball Scholar-Athlete team. In order to be nominated by an institution’s head coach or sports information director, a student-athlete must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale and must have achieved a junior academic status.

Seven Lions and Five Lady Lions Named 2015 Daktronics-NAIA Scholar-Athlete All-American Team

Women’s Soccer

Hohebeth Vega, Leilani Bellieni, Camila Scobina, and Cindy Rosero

Volleyball

Natasha James

Men’s Soccer

Matias Ledesma, Hernan Luis Liporace, Martin Magni, Marco Perreta, Julio Vera, Jose Vidal Bazterric and Lucas Vigliaccio

Have a Blessed Week!

J.C. Sams Student Activity Center
New Dining Concept
Coming January 2016

Good Monday Morning FMU Family!

Students in FMU’s Psychology Division participated in and volunteered with the Second Black Male Youth Mental Health Conference, sponsored by the Miami-Dade Economic Advocacy Trust (MDEAT) and the Children’s Trust on Tuesday, December 9th at the Little Haiti Cultural Center. Ayesha Johnson (second from the right) participated as a panelist during one of the sessions. Pictured (l to r) are Essau Wagnac, Jarquerria Perry, Dr. Kevin Washington (President, Association of Black Psychologists), Akelia Thomas, Ayesha Johnson, and Dr. Edward Stephenson.

Maximiliano Schendfeld Named NAIA All-American Honorable Mention

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has announced the 2015 NAIA Men’s Soccer All-America teams on Tuesday. The NAIA All-America committee consists of the NAIA-Men’s Soccer Coaches Association Executive Committee, the National Championship Games Committee and four men’s soccer coaches—selected based on geography. Each team—first, second and third—consists of 11 members.

Maximiliano Schendfeld, The junior midfielder from Santiago, Chile was named as an Honorable Mention recipient. This is the first such honor for Schendfeld and the program. Schendfeld led the Lions in scoring 7 goals this past season.

Dr. William Hobbs co-authored a script for a film-making contest. The link to his work is https://youtu.be/USyiAPB6jJI – Enjoy!

THANK YOU PARTNERS!

The final comprehensive report is now ready and available at fdotmiamidade.com. You can view it using the link on the Put it Down banner, or by clicking below:

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE FINAL REPORT

Thank you to our dedicated Campaign Partners

As always, great things are happening on the campus of Florida Memorial University…

Have a Blessed Week!

Lifting Every Voice Holiday CD

Available On-Line

FMU Homecoming Parade

Saturday, February 13, 2016
8:30 AM

» CLICK HERE to download/print application

FMU Homecoming 2016
LION DYNASTY
February 8 – 13, 2016

First Annual MLK Celebration

January 11 – 15, 2016

Florida Memorial University
Susie C. Holley Religious Center
15800 NW 42nd Avenue
Miami Gardens, Florida 33054

New Members Appointed to Homeland Security Academic Advisory Council

Good Monday Morning FMU Family and HAPPY 2016!

WELCOME BACK TO ALL OF OUR FMU STUDENTS!

As always, great things are happening on the campus of Florida Memorial University…

Please join me in extending a hearty FMU Congratulations to Sir Franklyn R. Wilson, C.M.G. Sir Franklyn is the husband of FMU Trustee and Senate President, Sharon (née Lockhart) Wilson. On December 31, 2015, Government House announced that 26 Bahamians from all walks of life have been named in Her Majesty the Queen’s 2016 New Year’s Honours list for exemplary service to the country. Receiving one of top honours, or Knighthoods, of the Most Distinguished Order of Saint Michael was Franklyn Wilson, for services to business and philanthropy.

Franklyn Roosevelt Wilson, C.M.G., Chartered Accountant, land developer and recipient of an Honors Degree in Commerce from Canada’s Dalhousie University, followed by Graduate studies in Management from the University of Miami and in banking from the American Institute, is one of the youngest individuals ever to have been elected as a Member of Parliament in The Bahamas. Mr. Wilson has also served as Opposition Leader in the Senate and Member of the House of Assembly and Cabinet Minister (Fort Charlotte).

Mr. Wilson was named a Companion of St. Michael and St. George (C.M.G.) in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours on January 1, 2003 and has the singular distinction of being the youngest person ever to receive the title of Bahamas Chamber of Commerce Distinguished Citizen of Business in 1980. Mr. Wilson has been honoured by The Bahamas Government during the Silver Anniversary of the country’s Independence; in 2001 was named “Man of Distinction” by the Kiwanis Clubs; and in 1997 was awarded “Boss of The Year” by the Professional Secretaries of The Bahamas.

Congratulations, Sir Franklyn on this well-deserved honor!

Congratulations to our own Dr. Rose Stiffin who was recently highlighted in a magazine article published in her hometown of Indianola, Mississippi. The article, entitled “Biochemistry Professor Experiments as Novelist”, discusses both her scholarship and more specifically, her success as a published author! The complete article is attached hereto!

From the Desk of Dean Valerie Hall

Residential Life End-of-Year Roundtable

The department of Residential Life held its ‘End of Year’ round table session on Friday, December 4, 2015. The roundtable was chaired by Residential Life Director, Jacklan Alexander. With predictions for the upcoming year in mind, the staff was able to review its processes and discuss new ideas and strategies that will aid them in adapting to today’s growing trends in Residential Life.

‘Praise Fest’
Approximately 30 students, staff and faculty joined us on the evening of Friday December 4, 2015 for what was a spectacular mini praise concert. The event featured quite a few student and alumni performers who put forth wonderful renditions and prayer.

This event was designed to offer calmness to the students in preparation for final exam this week. At least one student described the experience as ‘timely!” Special thanks go out to Sharhonda Ford and student organizer, Mr. Dante Buckson for putting together an amazing show. A note of thanks is also extended to Dr. Jeffrey Swain who graciously allowed the use of his Chapel space.

SGA Holiday Cheer
On Sunday, December 6, 2015, the Florida Memorial University Student Government Association (SGA) partnered with our local Neighborhood Marketplace Walmart to assist 40 families that could use some extra support during the holiday season.
Noticing that the effort to capture the true meaning and importance of the holiday spirit begins with each of us, the SGA, with the assistance of others, took the time during this holiday season to give to those people within our community who are in need.
Families were presented with gift cards as well as grocery items solicited from the student organizations on campus.

The SGA would like to thank the following individuals and groups for making this giving exercise a success:

• Dr. Roslyn Clark-Artis, President
• EVP. Cynthia Curry
• Jamie Bryant – Neighborhood Walmart Store Manager
• Councilman Erhabor Ighodaro, Ph.D.
• The Royal Court
• Student Organizations
• Valerie Hall – Dean of Students
• Viera Galloway- Program Coordinator
• Sharhonda Ford
• Vernon Martin
• Lorenzo Reed

First-Half Dominance Leads Lady Lions To 63-62 Win Over Thomas

Florida Memorial University women’s basketball team came out attacking early and never looked back on Thursday night as the Lady Lions took away a 63-62 win over Thomas University.

Despite Thomas jumping out to a 19-16 lead after the first quarter of play, the Lions were able to rally back in the second quarter. Florida Memorial continued to spread the ball around in the second quarter, outscoring Thomas, 26-9, which gave Florida Memorial a 42-28 advantage at the half. Florida Memorial continued to stretch its lead against Thomas in the third quarter going up as much as 18 points, 57-39, but Thomas made a run and outscored the Lady Lions’ 19-4 in the final quarter of play and pulled within four points, 61-55, with just over six minutes remaining in regulation. Despite a late fourth-quarter run by Thomas, Florida Memorial was able to hold on as they sealed a 63-62 victory.

Florida Memorial picked up 16 of their 63 points off Thomas’ 32 turnovers. The Lady Lions held Thomas to only 28.4 percent from the field (25-of-88) after Thomas struggled from beyond the arc, going 4-for-23 (17.4 %) from downtown.

Abreona Cabell led the Lady Lions with 17 points and 9 rebounds, while Ashley Henry finished in double-figures, picking up 12 points and15 boards. Brittney Jackson added 10 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists and a steal. Dejah Bradshaw also poured in 9 points and 2 steals.

The Lions will return to action tonight, when they welcome Warner University at St. Thomas University with tipoff at 7 p.m.

Lions Hot Shooting Second Half Crushes Thomas University 82-66

Florida Memorial Men’s Basketball team used a big second half of precision shooting to defeat Thomas University 82-66 and pick up a key conference win at Thomas University’s Gymnasium.

The first half was an even contest as neither team broke out to a significant lead. Florida Memorial led by as many as nine points in the half, but Thomas never allowed the Lions to pull away. Florida Memorial entered the locker room down, 37-36.

Coming out of the break, the game adjustment by Coach Maddox seemed to work as the Lions poured on the offense at the start of the second half to take the lead 43-40. With 16:17 to go, the offensive explosion continued as the Lions hit five baskets in a row and put up 46 points in the half. The Lions went on a 12-2 run to dominate Thomas and extended their lead to 12, 58-46. They turned up the heat and held Thomas scoreless for most of the second half. The back breaker came when Thomas went on a run of their own and cut the Lions lead to 10. Familiar with close game situations, the Lions slowed the tempo, controlled the clock, and scored down the stretch to close out the game and seal the win.

Florida Memorial out-shot Thomas 48.1% to 40 % percent. The Lions shot 33.8 % from the three point line to Thomas’ 25 %.

Devonte Byrd led the Lions with 17 points, 10 rebounds, 1 assist and 3 blocks. Clive Smith had 16 points, 7 rebounds and 3 blocks, while Tymon Enwerama scored 10 points, 3 rebound, and had 1 assist. Samuel Dorismond also poured in 9 points and grabbed 7 rebounds.

Florida Memorial Lions will return to the hardwood on Tuesday, January 12th, when they host Warner University with Tip-off at 8:00 p.m.

For up-to-date information on this game and other FMU Athletics, visit http://www.fmuathletics.com. Stay up-to-date with news, scores, photos, game summaries, play-by-play and feature stories.

WELCOME BACK TO ALL OF OUR FMU STUDENTS!

Have a Blessed Week!