Interim President of Fisk University @Fisk1866
Joined July 2017
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Dr. Vann Newkirk Sr. retweeted
27 Jul 2020
We are so proud to announce the naming of our Social Justice Institute after the late Congressman and Fisk University Alumni John R. Lewis!
Click the link below to read the full story: bit.ly/331flbW
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Dr. Vann Newkirk Sr. retweeted
18 Jul 2020
The Fisk University Family mourns the loss of our brother Congressman John Lewis, a ‘Son Ever on the Altar.’ bit.ly/2Bh3ICc
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18 Jul 2020
I am incredibly saddened by the passing of Rep. John Lewis. His unceasing courage, leadership, and service beginning with the Civil Rights Movement are unrivaled. He was a trailblazer, icon, and role model to so many. A Fisk alum and an exemplary American. bit.ly/39acJJR
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8 Jun 2020
I decided to write about what I have been feeling recently. Of course, these are my own words and should not be interpreted as Fisk University’s official stance on recent events. I’m a WordPress novice so go easy on me. romesmuse.wordpress.com/blog…
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7 Jun 2020
...We always have and always will advocate for social justice. We will be hosting a community conversation for our students, faculty, and staff to talk about a holistic university response to what our nation faces right now. This is the moment. We plan to act. @Fisk1866
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7 Jun 2020
The last two weeks have been exceedingly tough for us all. I have been very reflective, introspective, and honestly disturbed. We want to make this unequivocal. Fisk University stands alongside those who are protesting against police brutality, systemic racism, and oppression...
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13 Mar 2020
Given rapidly changing events, and out of an abundance of caution, we will move to complete online course delivery and a virtual campus beginning Monday, March 16 until further notice. The safety and security of our students, faculty, and staff is our highest priority. @Fisk1866
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3 Mar 2020
Today I am thankful. Today we are thankful. No students injured and campus was unscathed besides power outage. My home sustained a bit of damage but nothing like what I have seen in my neighborhood. My heart and prayers go out to the families that lost more, including loved ones.
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20 Jan 2020
Awesome week in Nashville preceding the culminating #MLKDay events. Ask yourself how to make the fire for justice last within you all year long. Ask yourself what Dr. King truly fought for. It was a broadband of civil rights which challenged social norms that still persist today
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1 Oct 2019
We continue to work diligently and have seen some gratifying results in the first two years. We are focused on outcomes and opportunities. Higher Education has changed, and our strategy must be nimble to adapt. #transformationtuesday tennessean.com/story/news/ed…
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Dr. Vann Newkirk Sr. retweeted
30 Sep 2019
Historic #HBCU @FISK1866 experienced plenty of turmoil for a good part of a decade.
But in the 2018-19 year, the school saw record fundraising and continued enrollment gains. tennessean.com/story/news/ed… via @tennessean
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28 Jun 2019
I know there are a lot of feelings around the recent news. I have spoken to Lynward personally about this;it was not done perfunctorily or without conversation. Contrary to the prominence and years of use of the most popular spelling,I can assure you his name is spelled correctly
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27 Jun 2019
We cannot adequately express our appreciation for his work and diligence over the course of many years. Lynward’s legacy will live on and we look forward to honoring him at Homecoming this fall.
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27 Jun 2019
Yesterday was a difficult day as we made some personnel changes on campus. Among the impacted personnel was long-time ambassador and champion for Fisk, Lynward Berry. Lynward is beloved by all and has been a fixture for generations of Fiskites....
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17 Jun 2019
Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers, dads, husbands, grandfathers, etc. Fatherhood is easily the hardest and most rewarding job you will ever have. Enjoy it because time fleeting and memories, good or bad, can last a lifetime. #FathersDay19
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Dr. Vann Newkirk Sr. retweeted
30 May 2019
Join us at Germantown Pub throughout the month of June as we help raise funds for our scholars! Every Thursday in June starting June 6th!
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25 May 2019
Despite the obvious pretext, if the oppressor was Great Britain & she was an American Revolutionist & her complexion was different, we would have a very different conversation. In the simplest terms that’s not right and hypocritical #HarrietTubman #Patriot washingtonpost.com/history/2…
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20 May 2019
Challenge accepted and fulfilled. We are thankful for the collective efforts of our students, alumni, and employees. May this fill your evening with laughter. @Fisk1866 #FiskForever
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