Allen University loses 2 in the deadly South Carolina church shooting
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Posted By: Reginald Culpepper on June 18, 2015 Allen University has lost two Alumni during a senseless shooting at Emanuel AME church in Charleston, SC last night. The youngest victim was Mr. Tywanza Sanders -2014 graduate of the Division of Business Administration. He was a quiet, well known student who was committed to his education. He presented a warm and helpful spirit as he interacted with his colleagues. Mr. Sanders was participating in the Bible Study session at Mother Emanuel church at the time of the shooting. Senator Pinckney was a brilliant young pastor and leader who always possessed an empowering and healing message. Most recently, he was Allen University’s 2015 Founders’ Day speaker. The death of Senator Pinckney is a significant loss for the State of South Carolina and the African Methodist Episcopal church. He has impacted the lives of those in his congregation as well as members of the South Carolina Legislature and beyond. “Our hearts and prayers are with the families of these two victims of this senseless act of violence.” – Dr. Lady June Cole, Interim President of Allen University Allen University is a private, coeducational institution located in Columbia, South Carolina. It is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate degrees. To learn more about Allen University, please visit www.AllenUniversity.edu. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Reginald Culpepper
President, Fulfillment and Web Services, HBCUCONNECT Clark Atlanta University class of 1998 Member Since September 2000 |
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