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| Tuesday, February 18, 2014 | For Immediate Release |
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Black History moment sponsored by Judge Terri Love, Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal
Black History Month - Why February?
 | | Judge Terri Love |
Black History Week: The precursor to Black History Month was created in 1926 in the United States, when historian Dr. Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History announced the second week of February to be "Negro History Week."
This week was chosen because it coincided with the birthdates of both Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass.
At the time of Negro History Week's launch Dr. Woodson contended that the teaching of black history was essential to ensure the physical and intellectual survival of the race within broader society:
 | | Dr. Carter G. Woodson |
"If a race has no history, it has no worthwhile tradition, it becomes a negligible factor in the thought of the world, and it stands in danger of being exterminated."
Black History Month (1976): The expansion of Black History Week to Black History Month was first proposed by the leaders of the Black United Students at Kent State University in February 1969. The first celebration of the Black History Month took place at Kent State one year later, in February 1970.
In 1976 as part of the United States Bicentennial, the informal expansion of Black History Week to Black History Month was officially recognized by the U.S. government. In 1976, President Ford signed the first proclamation establishing Black History Month. A proclamation has been issued by every President since 1976.
Theme: Every year there's a different theme for February's celebration of Black History Month. The 2014 theme is The Golden Jubilee of the Civil Rights Act. The theme for Black History Month is announced annually by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) in Washington DC.
Is Black History Month relevant in 2014?
The next generation speaks:
 | | Kaila Holloway |
"Black History Month should be taught in remembrance of our ancestors to commemorate their struggles and appreciate the work that they have done to better the black community today."
- Kaila Holloway
Senior, Benjamin Franklin High School
Urban League College Track Class of 2014
 | | Tia Harris |
"Black History Month celebrates the rich heritage of African Americans and has inspired millions to aspire and keep up this high standard of achievement. Schools should teach Black History to raise the standard of excellence amongst students."
- Tia Harris
Senior, Lake Area New Tech Early College High School
Urban League College Track Class of 2014
 | | Jasmine Love |
"Black History Month is still relevant and still needed. It gives us hope for a better tomorrow that springs from the lessons, the tears and the joys of those who have preceded us."
-Jasmine Love
Jackson State University '11
Rutgers University '14
About Judge Terri Love
Degrees
Judge Terri F. Love is a native of Birmingham, Alabama. She is married to Ellria Love, and has a daughter, Jasmine, and a stepson, Ellria Hall. Judge Love graduated in 1983 from Jackson State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. She received a Juris Doctor from Tulane University School of Law in 1986 and was admitted to the Louisiana State Bar in April of 1987. In 2004, Judge Love received her Master of Laws degree in the Judicial Process from the University of Virginia. Later, in 2007, Judge Love was selected to attend the International Judicial Academy, where she studied international law at The Hague, Netherlands.
Office and Positions
Judge Love began her legal career in New Orleans with the firm of Bryan and Gray, where, among other things, she represented the Orleans Parish School Board in tort litigation. In 1990, Judge Love established a private law practice; she represented clients in all areas of law and specialized in family law. In 1993, she was appointed Judge Ad Hoc by the judges of the Juvenile Court of Orleans Parish. The following year, Mayor Marc Morial appointed her Chief Deputy City Attorney for the City of New Orleans. During her tenure, Judge Love was the lead author of the city's first domestic violence ordinance.
In October 1995, Judge Love was elected to the Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans. In September 2000, she was elected to the Louisiana Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal, unopposed. Again unopposed, in August 2004, Judge Love was re-elected to serve a ten-year term.
A continuing student of the law, Judge Love has completed the New York University School of Law's Institute for Appellate Judges and the George Mason School of Law Collegium. She is an active lecturer in various continuing legal education programs and has served as a Trial Advocacy Instructor at the Louisiana State University School of Law. She has also acted as an adjunct professor at Miles College Law School.
Learn more
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Steve Martin Named Gulf Coast Athletic Conference Commissioner
 NEW ORLEANS - S teve Martin of New Orleans, La., has been named the next commissioner of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference.
Martin was selected by the GCAC Council of Presidents to become the conference's second commissioner. He will assume the office on January 2, 2014. Martin replaces Dr. Thomas Howell who is retiring from his role as commissioner.
"The COP welcomes Mr. Steve Martin as the new Commissioner for the GCAC," said Dr. Beverly Hogan, President of Tougaloo College and chair of the council of presidents. "He brings a breadth of experience and skills to this position that we are confident will enable the Conference to grow over the next few years. We look forward to working with him. And as we welcome Mr. Martin, we also want to express our appreciation to Dr. Howell who has served as the Commissioner for many years. He has provided exemplary leadership and services. He has agreed to remain with the Conference as eligibility chair."
"Steve Martin brings a wealth of experience to the GCAC," said Kiki Barnes, athletic
director at Dillard University and president of the GCAC. "He has a vision and I will work closely with him to help that vision become a reality. We are excited that he is on board and look forward to transforming the GCAC into a premier conference in the NAIA."
Martin - who is a native of New Orleans - expressed excitement for this opportunity.
"I would like to thank the Council of Presidents for giving me the opportunity to
undertake such a vital role as the Commissioner of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference,"
said Martin. "I look forward to working with each of the Universities and building on the
foundation that has been established by Dr. Thomas Howell".
Martin attended St. Augustine High School and graduated from Georgetown University. He has an extensive background in accounting, business, finance, marketing and sports administration.
Before beginning his successful career in the administrative side of athletics, Martin
enjoyed success on the basketball court. He was an All-American, an All-State selection and a city MVP during his time at St. Augustine High School in New Orleans. From there, he went on to become the first player from New Orleans to be recruited by Hall of Fame Coach John Thompson at Georgetown. Martin was selected by the Clarion Herald as one of the top 100 prep basketball players in the City of New Orleans, as well as the State of Louisiana. After earning a bachelor's degree in business administration (with an emphasis in accounting), Martin was drafted by the Washington Bullets in 1979.
After college, Martin worked with Ernst & Ernst accounting firm in Washington, D.C.
from 1979-80. He then worked as Manager of Accounting for the Machinists National
Pension Fund from 1980-82. In 1982, he returned to his native New Orleans as Manager of Accounting for the New Orleans World Exposition and World's Fair, and from there joined the National Basketball Association League office in 1985 to 2000, where he served as marketing manager and was responsible for several of the league's successful sponsorship programs and implemented several of the league's grass roots programs.
From 2000-2002 Martin served as Athletic Director at Dillard University. When the New Orleans Hornets relocated to New Orleans in 2000, he was called upon to take on the role of Senior Vice President. In this capacity he was responsible for establishing partnerships as well as developing and implementing community outreach programs throughout the Gulf Coast Region. Martin recently held the position of General Manager Gone Pro New Orleans.
Martin is married to Stacy and they have two adult children.
The Gulf Coast Athletic Conference has nine full-time members. The membership
includes Dillard (La.) University, Edward Waters (Fl.) College, Fisk (Tenn.) University, Philander Smith (Ark.) College, Southern (La.) University at New Orleans, Talladega (Ala.) College, Tougaloo (Miss.) College, Voorhees (SC) College and Xaiver University (La.).
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