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100 BLACK MEN OF LONG ISLAND, INC. HOLDS 35th ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP GALA

100 BLACK MEN OF LONG ISLAND, INC. HOLDS 35th ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP GALA


Awards Dinner Hosted at Crest Hollow Country Club

(HEMPSTEAD, NY) - One Hundred Black Men of Long Island, Inc. recently held its 35th Annual Scholarship Gala at the Crest Hollow Country Club.

“On behalf of the Officers, Board of Directors, and Members of the 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. I would like to thank everyone who participated in the 35th Annual Scholarship Gala,” said Phil Andrews, OHBMLI President. “Their support helps to fund our African American History Academic Challenge (History Bowl) and mentoring programs, and various other programs of the 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc.”

The Gala was an elegant evening that included a sumptuous cocktail hour, full course dinner and dancing.

WBLS Radio host Dr. Bob Lee served as Master of Ceremonies, and entertainers TASE provided neo soul, new R&B, and funk musical performances.

This year’s Gala sponsors include Nassau Community College and National Grid.

Gala Honorees included:

• Mr. Roger Tilles, NYSED Board of Regents for Improvement in Education

• Mr. Aziz Gueye Adetimirin, The Network Journal Communications Inc. for Advancement in Communication & Media

• Mrs. Betty Monroe, Director of Defense Contract Management Agency of Long Island for Dedication in Government Services

• Dr. Michelle Snell, Associate Professor, Suffolk Community College for Commitment to Mentoring

• Rev. Hilton O. Smith, Turner Construction Company for Contribution to Economic Development

The primary focus of the 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. is to prepare young people who may be at risk for the future by assisting in the enhancement of their academic skills and by increasing their educational opportunities.

The programs that directly address this focus are: Mentoring, Scholarship, Achievement Awards, African-American History Bowl, Job Training, and Health & Wellness. The Gala is held in support of those programs.

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Students of Longwood Schools received high honors for their victories in the 2010 100 Black Men of LI, Inc. African American Academic Challenge

STUDENTS OF THE 2010 ONE HUNDRED BLACK MEN OF LONG ISLAND INC. AFRICAN AMERICAN ACADEMIC CHALLENGE RECEIVE HIGH HONORS

L to R: 4th from Left Bulo Osofisan, 5th from Left Phil Andrews, President of 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc., 6th from Left Sudas Shah, Parents, Mandell Smith State Farm Agent, 2nd Row 3rd from right, members of Long Wood School District, Members of 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. congratulate winners of 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. African American Academic History Challeng (History Bowl)

Town Council and Superintendent Give Students Praise

(HEMPSTEAD, NY) – Students of Longwood Schools received high honors for their victories in the 2010 One Hundred Black Men of Long Island, Inc. African American Academic Challenge (History Bowl).

Students Bulo Osofisan and Sudas Shah , both of Longwood High School defeated Wyandanch High School in the Senior Divsion.

Students competitors were recognized for their academic strides by their local community and education leaders; and the Town of Brookhaven Town Council.

“The 2010 African American Academic Challenge helps to advance the Knowledge of African American History of Long Island (History Bowl),” said Phil Andrews, OHBMLI President. “The 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. would like to personally thank Newsday for hosting event at its Melville, Long Island office and State Farm for sponsoring the 2009 scholarships for History Bowl Winners.”

The Challenge is played in a Jeopardy-style format. The winners will go on to compete in the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. National Finals in Fort Lauderdale, Florida during the organization’s national conference in June. The April competition was hosted by Newsday and scholarships for the 2009 calendar year awards in the amount of $500.00 for each student-winner were provided by State Farm Insurance.

The competition is open to all Long Island Schools.

“This year’s National Competition of the African American Academic Challenge is expected to be a grand success with our local students participating,” said Jeremiah Sumter, OHBMLI Vice President of Education. “The students are primed and ready to compete. There is a great level of excitement among their peers, educators and local Members of the 100.”

For more information on the African American Academic Challenge (History Bowl) contact Warren Woodberry Jr. Public Relations Chairman by phone, 212-560-2513 or email, ohbmli.press@gmail.com.

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HEMPSTEAD EDUCATION BOARD PRESIDENT CHARLES RENFROE SPEAKS TO 100 BLACK MEN OF LONG ISLAND, INC. MEMBERSHIP

HEMPSTEAD, NY) – Charles Renfroe, President for Hempstead Union Free School District thanked One Hundred Black Men of Long Island, Inc. Members for mentoring students at Hempstead Public Schools during the May General Membership meeting.

PR Log (Press Release) – May 14, 2010 – HEMPSTEAD EDUCATION BOARD PRESIDENT CHARLES RENFROE SPEAKS TO 100 BLACK MEN OF LONG ISLAND, INC. MEMBERSHIP

President Renfroe Thanked Members for Mentoring District Students.

(HEMPSTEAD, NY) – Charles Renfroe, President for Hempstead Union Free School District thanked One Hundred Black Men of Long Island, Inc. Members for mentoring students at Hempstead Public Schools during the May General Membership meeting.

Mr. Renfroe said Members exemplify the kind of positive role models that students need in their lives to help further their education and personal ambitions. One Hundred Members mentor over 50 males in grades 9 - 12. Mentors and mentees have discussions on topics such as skills for success, self esteem and positive relationships. An emphasis is placed on mentees’ expressing their feelings, attitudes and life goals. The Chapter program is conducted in collaboration with Institute for Student Achievement- Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP), Lake Success, NY.

In the past year, students of the Long Island Chapter mentoring program have attended the 100 Black Men of America Annual Conference in New York City, and participated in educational and cultural field trips to the New York Stock Exchange, and Schomberg Centre for African-American History & Culture.

Mr. Renfroe was presented with a Chapter Certificate of Recognition for his commitment to improving education for Long Island youth from OHBMLI President Phil Andrews. Meeting attendees also witnessed the pinning of three new Members; David Perkins of Spingarn Counseling Service Inc., Fareed E. Omar II, Real Estate Agent, and Mandell Smith, State Farm Insurance Agent.

For more information on 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. contact Warren Woodberry Jr. Public Relations Chairman by phone, 212-560-2513 or email, ohbmli.press@gmail.com.

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PHOTO (L-R) Bryan Barnett, OHBMLI VP Special Projects, JoAnn Simmons, VP Hempstead Education Board, Brandon V. Ray, School Board Trustee, Charles Renfroe, School Board President, Phil Andrews, OHBMLI President, and OHBMLI Past Presidents Maurice N. Perkins and Henry Holley.

STUDENTS OF THE 2010 ONE HUNDRED BLACK MEN OF LONG ISLAND INC. AFRICAN AMERICAN ACADEMIC CHALLENGE RECEIVE HIGH HONORS

STUDENTS OF THE 2010 ONE HUNDRED BLACK MEN OF LONG ISLAND INC. AFRICAN AMERICAN ACADEMIC CHALLENGE RECEIVE HIGH HONORS

Town Mayor, Town Council and Superintendent Give Students Praise

(HEMPSTEAD, NY) – Students of Westbury and Longwood Schools received high honors for their victories in the 2010 One Hundred Black Men of Long Island, Inc. African American Academic Challenge (History Bowl).

Students Angelique Brown and Yousef Shakil, both of Westbury Middle School beat Hempstead Middle School students in the Junior Division Bulo Osofisan and Sudas Shah both of Longwood Junior High School defeated Wyandanch High School in the Senior Divsion.

Students competitors were recognized for their academic strides by their local community and education leaders; the Incorporated Village of Westbury Town Council, Superintedent of Hempstead Public Schools Dr. Patricia Watkins and Village of Mayor Wayne Hall Sr.

“The 2010 African American Academic Challenge helps to advance the Knowledge of African American History of Long Island (History Bowl),” said Phil Andrews, OHBMLI President. “The 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. would like to personally thank Newsday for hosting event at its Melville, Long Island office and State Farm for sponsoring the 2009 scholarships for History Bowl Winners.”

The Challenge is played in a Jeopardy-style format. The winners will go on to compete in the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. National Finals in Fort Lauderdale, Florida during the organization’s national conference in June. The April competition was hosted by Newsday and scholarships for the 2009 calendar year awards in the amount of $500.00 for each student-winner were provided by State Farm Insurance.

The competition is open to all Long Island Schools.

“This year’s National Competition of the African American Academic Challenge is expected to be a grand success with our local students participating,” said Jeremiah Sumter, OHBMLI Vice President of Education. “The students are primed and ready to compete. There is a great level of excitement among their peers, educators and local Members of the 100.”

For more information on the African American Academic Challenge (History Bowl) contact Warren Woodberry Jr. Public Relations Chairman by phone, 212-560-2513 or email, ohbmli.press@gmail.com.


PHOTO(Holding Certificates) Students (L) Yousef Shakil and (R) Angelique Brown both of Westbury Middle School honored with Certificates of Recognition from Westbury Town Council, with (R) William Wise, Westbury Trustee and OHBMLI Board Member, and (L) Phil Andrews, OHBMLI President.


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Village of Hempstead Mayor Wayne J. Hall, Sr. set to recognize ABG Schultz Middle School runners-up in OBMLI African American Academic Challenge

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(HEMPSTEAD, NY) - Students Elijah John and Timothy John of ABG Schultz Middle School, both runners-up in the 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. African American History Academic Challenge, will be recognized by Village of Hempstead Mayor Wayne J. Hall, Sr., Tuesday, May 18, at 6:30 p.m.

The students, both brothers, will be honored at the Board of Trustees meeting at Village Hall. The students will be presented with certificates for their participation in the jeopardy-style, Academic Challenge hosted by Newsday. State Farm Insurance has provided scholarship awards in the amount of $500.00 to winners of the Junior and Senior Divisions who go on to compete at the national level during the 100 Black Men of American, Inc. National Conference. This year’s conference will be held in Ft, Lauderdale, Florida from June 16, 2010 – June 20, 2010.

For more information contact Warren Woodberry Jr. at, 212-560-2513 or warren@wnaconsulting.com.

WHO: Mayor Wayne J. Hall, Sr. for Village Hempstead, 100 Black Men of Long Island, Inc. Phil Andrews, President along with Members, Trustees of the Hempstead Union Free School District Board of Education, etc.

WHAT: Certificate Presentation to Elijah John and Timothy John, of ABG Schultz Middle School.

WHEN: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 6:30 PM.

WHERE: Hempstead Village Hall, 99 Nichols Court, Hempstead, NY 11550

CONTACT: Warren Woodberry Jr. PHONE: 212-560-2513

EMAIL: warren@wnaconsulting.com

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