JSU College of Business to celebrate Five for Five Fund success

Spencer McClenty
spencer.l.mcclenty@jsums.edu
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Michael D. Brown

The Jackson State University College of Business (COB) will culminate its Five for Five Fund campaign with a Recognition Luncheon at 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 30 in the JSU Student Center Ballroom, located on the university’s main campus. JSU graduate Michael D. Brown, a renowned author and motivational speaker will be the guest speaker for the luncheon, which is being held to honor individuals, businesses, corporations and foundations that have supported the fund.
         
          Brown, chief results officer for the Michael D. Brown Company, Inc., is a sought after career management consultant and a leading authority on delivering fresh results. He holds a B.B.A. in Management from Jackson State University and a M.B.A. in Global Management. He has spent over 15 years as a consultant and strategist for Fortune 100 companies and small businesses. Brown will sign copies of his book, “Fresh Customer Service,” before and after the luncheon.
         
          The COB, which launched the Five for Five Fund campaign in August 2006 with a goal of raising $5 million in five years, has generated more than $5 million from both private and public entities. The money raised will provide scholarships for students and will afford the COB an opportunity to collaborate and focus on ideas that will strengthen the college and secure its future as one of the premiere business schools in the nation.
         
           Gifts to the Five for Five Fund also will help ensure a superior, affordable education in a strong academic environment with qualified faculty and modern facilities for future generations of students in the COB. For additional information, call Jean Walker at 601-979-2411.

JSU’s Therriault breaks records, Tigers beat Alcorn 51-7

Wesley Peterson
wesley.l.peterson@jsums.edu
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Jackson, Miss. – The Southwestern Athletic Conference’s top quarterback Casey

TE Renty Rollins, QB Casey Therriault and WR Marcellos Wilder

Therriault shattered three Jackson State records and led the Tigers to a 51-7 blowout in the Capital City Classic Saturday afternoon.

In front of an announced crowd of 31,500, Therriault captured JSU’s single season records for total offense, most completed passes, and passing yards.  Therriault, known for his “Green-Eyed” monster moniker, passed Robert “Superman” Kent for total offense (3911) and passing yards (3808).  The Wyoming, Mich. native broke his own record for single season completion with 272 passes.

Coming off a stellar passing game against Alabama A&M, Therriault threw for a monstrous career-high 539 yards and four touchdowns.  Therriault, the SWAC’s top quarterback, was the conference player of the week, as well as the College Sports Madness Football Championship Subdivision National Player of the Week.

“We wanted to end the season on a high note,” said Therriault.  “We wanted to score a lot of points.”

Therriault said that the records were not his focus for posting career high numbers against arch rival Alcorn State (2-8, 1-8).

“My motivation was Alcorn first and foremost,” said Therriault.  “Also, it was the last game of the year.  It felt good to have the biggest game of my career at Jackson State.  It felt good to score a lot of points.”

Jackson State University head coach Rick Comegy added:  “Casey had a tremendous day.  He gave us an All-American effort out there today.  I hope we get another one like him.”

The Braves defense was no hindrance for the JSU “Air Raid” offense attack, which amassed 687 yards of total offense and scored 51 points.  Jackson State (9-2, 7-2) averaged 34.3 points and 471 yards of total offense entering the contest.

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JSU QB named FCS National Player of the Week

Wesley Peterson
welsey.peterson@jsums.edu
601-979-5899
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Casey Therriault

Following another 400-plus yard performance, Jackson State senior QB Casey Therriault has been named the College Sports Madness FCS National Player of the Week, as well as the organizations Southwestern Athletic Conference Player of the Week.

On Saturday, Therriault came in on the third possession of the game to lead the Tigers to a 34-6 victory over the Alabama A&M Bulldogs at Louis Crews Stadium in Huntsville, AL. Therriault passed for a career high 428 yards, as he completed 23-41 pass attempts and tossed four touchdowns. He completed passes to 10 different receivers. His TD passes were of the following variety – 7 yds to Renty Rollins, 30 yds to E.J. Drewery, 67 yds to Rico Richardson and 15 yds to Renty Rollins.

Also, JSU fans are asked to log on to HSRN.com and vote for Therriault in the HSRN National Player of the Week Fan Poll.

Jackson State will return to action Saturday, Nov. 19 to take on Alcorn State in the Capital City Classic. Kick-off is set for 1 pm.