Earlier today,
@shawupresident
welcomed Senator & Democratic Vice-Presidential Candidate, the Honorable
@KamalaHarris
to the historic Shaw University campus. Shaw is the candidate’s first North Carolina visit since being selected the Democratic ticket.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ms. Betty "Ko" Brown. A long-term employee of Thompson's Hospitality here at Shaw U, she will be missed by all!
For more information about funeral arrangements, see the link below:
Congratulations to Kamala Harris, the highest-ranking female elected official in U.S. history, the First Woman, the First African American and the First Asian American to be sworn in as the Vice President of the United States.
#ShawUInaugurationWatchParty
#Inauguratiton2021
154 YEARS STRONG 💪🏾🐻🎉.
Founded by Dr. Henry Martin Tupper on December 1, 1865, we are the first HBCU in the Southern United States, and affectionately called the "Mother" of NC HBCUs.
#ExcellenceOpportunity
#ThisIsShawU
#HappyBirthday
Longtime supporters of Shaw University, the family of Bishop James Forbes, Sr, bestowed a legacy gift of $1 million to Shaw University. Thank you doesn't seem to be enough to express how grateful we are for their support ❤️🙏🐻.
#ExcellenceOpportunity
#ThisIsShawU
#Grateful
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝘄𝗨 𝗔𝗹𝘂𝗺!
#ShawU
- Exciting news! Jamie Foxx is set to embody the spirit of ShawU alumnus and current Board of Trustee member, Willie E. Gary, Esq. 71, in the upcoming cinematic masterpiece "The Burial."
Brianna Porter, Miss Shaw University elect, along with other Peer Mentors are giving middle school students from Smithfield, NC, a grand tour of campus and teaching them "Shaw U, U Know" chant.
#ShawU
#SurroundedByOpportunity
#HBCUPride
#ChooseShawU
Tom Joyner as the "hardest working man in radio," your presence on-air will be greatly missed. Congratulations on 25 years! Thank you for your contributions to the industry and for all that you do to support
#HBCUs
like
#ShawU
!
#TheFlyJock
#TomJoyner
#FBF
2017 Commencement
ICYMI:
#ShawU
led the way with other HBCU students, alumni, advocates in taking over Capitol Hill for a day of action to urge Congress to prioritize and fund institutions. Check out the story via
@blavity
, .
Shaw University remembers Dr. King for his tireless efforts towards equality for all mankind.
Here he is on the campus of Shaw University where he was part of a SCLC conference with local sit-in leaders where they formed the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC).
ShawU proudly announced that Blue Cross Blue Shield has awarded Shaw University a grant of $300,000. Their generous gift will support Shaw’s student retention fund, and kicks off the funding for The Summer Academy Institute.
#ShawU
Shaw University will remain closed on Mon., Sept. 17. University operations will resume on Tues., Sept. 18 at 8:00 a.m. During this time, all classes and University activities are canceled. We urge you to monitor the news and take every precaution to remain safe.
@ShawuSGA
Congratulations to President-elect Biden and Vice President-elect Harris from all of Shaw Nation. Thank you for including Shaw University on your journey. We pray for your success.
#election
#politics
#election2020
Legendary seven-time GRAMMY Award winner Gladys Knight sing the National Anthem this Sunday as the NBA All-Star 2021 salutes HBCUs!
Ms. Knight holds an honorary doctorate from Shaw University awarded in 1990. We celebrate the distinguished accomplishments of Gladys Knight.
Congrats to sophomore political science major, Jameliah Pinder, on her interview with the News & Observer/Charlotte Observer. Thanks for representing Shaw U so well!
Check it out:
#ShawUProud
#ShawU
We are working diligently to ensure our students' return to dorms is as safe as possible. Please note that no final decision regarding the handling of student housing has been made. Students will be notified when information is available. We hope to welcome all Shaw Bears soon🐻!
Shaw University files official complaint with U.S. Department of Justice regarding South Carolina traffic stop and vehicle drug search. Read more here:
Welcome back,
#ShawU
! We are 1 day away from the start of classes! Remember to follow the 3 Ws!
1. WEAR your mask!
2. WAIT 6 feet apart!
3. WASH your hands!
Together we can keep our campus safe!
#BEARCARE
Today the Shaw University Board of Trustees enthusiastically announces it has extended the contract of President Paulette Dillard for an additional five years.
Read more:
Today, the
#ShawU
Admissions Team has been busy celebrating
#ShawU24
for
#HBCUBound
Day! Here is a snapshot of some of the newest members of
#BearsNation
! Visit ShawU_Admissions on IG to see more future 🐻!
Click now to see the national Shaw University and McDonald's commercial that is now airing across the country on television and social media. 🍟 😍
#ShawU
#I
'mLovinIt
#ShawUandMcDonalds
Shaw University is monitoring Hurricane Florence an announcement about the University’s schedule will be made by 5pm tomorrow (9/11). Information will be posted on the University website, social media accounts and local media outlets.
In one more week, activist and filmmaker, Bree Newsome, will deliver the keynote for our Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration on Thursday, January 23.
#Awakening
#MLKDay
#ShawUMLK
#ShawU
Today, U.S. Congresswoman
@DeborahRossNC
visited Shaw University and joined the President of the university, Dr. Paulette R. Dillard, to announce a $500K grant from the National Park Service to restore Leonard Hall on campus.
#ShawU
#ShawUGives
Today we honor the legacy of a Civil Rights leader. Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!
𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁: On April 15, 1960, Dr. King was on the campus of Shaw University for the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) with local sit-in leaders.
#shawu
#MLKDay
#HappyMLKDay
#WeatherAlert
: In preparation for Hurricane Florence, Shaw University classes are suspended beginning today, September 11, at 5:00 p.m. through the remainder of the week. For more information, read the complete announcement at .
@ShawuSGA
@ShawU_SAB
We celebrate the trailblazers, the visionaries, and the resilient spirits that have shaped our history. Here's to the past, present, and future of excellence. Let the legacy continue to inspire and empower. #
#shawuniversity
#ShawU
Yesterday, we held our new student orientation! A HUGE thank you to our
#POMs
, faculty & staff for an AMAZING event! We are looking forward to a great school year!
#ShawU
Did you know when classes began at Leonard Hall in 1882, Shaw University made history as the home of the first medical school in the United States to offer a four-year curriculum.
#TipTuesday
#BlackHistoryMonth
#ShawU
#ShawUBears
#ShawU
summer interns & computer science majors, Sidney McLaurin (Junior), Andrik Cole (Soph.) and Jahnai Goodwin (Soph.) were out testing their Matrice 600 drone today. Their internship was made possible by an National Science Foundation grant.
#SurroundedbyOpportunity
#STEM
At 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. PT), Shaw University’s bell tower will toll nine times to celebrate the lives of Kobe and Gianna Bryant, and the seven other victims who tragically lost their lives on January 26, 2020. We offer our heartfelt prayers.
Today we celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. whose legacy continues to inspire us. We invite you to join us Thursday, January 23 at 11 a.m. for our annual
#MLKDay
Celebration with guest speaker Bree Newsome.
We’re so excited that we can FINALLY tell you. After a rigorous interview process, Shaw senior, Kameron Dupree was selected to be with Oprah tonight on the Oprah Winfrey Network’s Zoom with Oprah! (Schedule could change)
Register!
#ShawProud
#Vote2020