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(Talladega, AL) The Talladega College community mourns the passing of alumnus and former President Dr. Oscar L. Prater, who died on December 8, 2022. A renowned educator and administrator, Dr. Prater was known for his unwavering commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Highlights of his long and distinguished career include serving as the 6th president of Fort Valley State College from 1990 to 2001 and as the 19th president of Talladega College from 2005 to 2007. He also hel…

(Talladega, AL) Talladega College has a history of standing up for what is right and just. Our founding is predicated on the principles of freedom, equity, and inclusion. The Talladega College women’s volleyball team walked out of the Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC) Banquet in protest due to what the institution believes to be a lack of action taken around racial abuse. Our student-athletes were recipients of cyber racial abuse. The volleyball team’s decision to walk out of the banq…

(Talladega, AL) Talladega College President Dr. Gregory J. Vincent was honored during the institution’s recent One Community Breakfast, which highlighted the enduring value of relationships within communities. “Dr. Vincent is focused on student success. He is committed to his leadership team, faculty and staff, and he is working hard to make sure they have the resources they need to fulfill the mission here at Talladega College,” said Alabama Power Company Vice President of Eastern Market Terr…

(Talladega, AL) Talladega College announced that Kareem D. Kenney has been promoted to assistant athletic director. Kenney, who has served as the institution’s director of intramural sports and summer camps since August 2021, has over a decade of experience in coaching, recruiting, athletic operations, public relations and academic advising. He will also serve as the assistant men’s basketball coach. “In addition to having the talent, acumen and experience needed to help manage a successful ath…

(Talladega, AL) Talladega College recently welcomed two new head basketball coaches. Dannton Jackson has been named head men’s basketball coach and assistant athletic director, and Akia Stanton has been named head women’s basketball coach. “We are thrilled to welcome two record-setting head coaches who possess the experience, talent and determination to advance our basketball teams to the next level,” said Talladega College Vice President and Athletic Director Michael Grant. “In addition to…