SC State Alumni Newsletter — Keeping the Legacy Alive
“So Hard!”
29 June 2026Vibes, Vodcasts, and a Vote We Need From You
This past week represents the beginning of summer. Not sure about anyone else, but there is a vibe in the air — I can’t put my finger on it, but I will say it’s positive, and I feel it’s going to be a great summer. The football season is only 60 days away, so make sure you are getting ready. Join the Bulldog Club, get your season tickets, parking passes, etc.
The Bulldog Wire has a suite at the Orange Blossom Classic, and we are doing a drawing for 7 people to win 2 tickets to the suite. Tickets are $100 per ticket — check out the website for details.
15 Must-Read Business Books by Black Authors
No matter what stage you’re at in your career, this list of 15 business books by Black authors will help you navigate the workplace, reach your market, become more confident, start a business, embrace failure, boost productivity, and stay inspired while building your dream.
Bulldog Nation, take note — our very own Jeffrey L. Bowman and his book Reframe The Marketplace made the list! That’s the kind of excellence SCSU produces.
Bulldog Nation… Are You Ready?
Win a $1,400 VIP Suite Experience at the Orange Blossom Classic in Miami! SCSU Bulldogs take on the FAMU Rattlers — and 7 winners get the suite life.
Each winner receives two Suite Access Passes with food and beverages included — plus a premium game-day view of SCSU vs FAMU from the suite. Winners will be selected LIVE on Facebook on July 31, 2026.
Entry is $100 (must be 21+). Only 7 winners. 14 suite seats. Be part of one of the most exciting HBCU football weekends of 2026.
Jeffrey L. Bowman
These conversations remind us that while our paths may differ after leaving Orangeburg, the Bulldog bond remains strong. Thank you for continuing to support The Bulldog Wire. Forever To Thee.
Book of the Week
Click any option to cast your vote via email — or reply directly to the Wire. Every response helps us plan! 🐾
Bulldog Nation, football season is always better when we ride together, cheer together, and support our South Carolina State Bulldogs together. TaylorWay Charter Enterprise is helping make that possible with Bulldogs Football Fan Bus options for fans who want to travel in comfort and show up strong for SC State on the road.
Whether you are headed to Charleston Southern, Furman, Bethune-Cookman, or Florida A&M, this is a great opportunity for alumni, family, friends, classmates, and loyal supporters to come together and make every away game feel like a Bulldog homecoming.
Bulldog Family
Your support keeps the legacy alive — every action counts.
Don’t miss a single home game! Lock in your seats and pack the stands with Bulldog pride all season long.
Get Season Tickets ↗Come back and give back. Help keep the HBCU culture alive for those coming behind us. Goal: 100 new members by end of summer.
Pay Online ↗ or Zelle: [email protected]Support South Carolina State University through the Big Bulldog Give 2026! Every dollar makes a difference. Come together as Bulldog Nation and show our pride through giving. Help us reach our goal — click and donate today!
Donate to Big Bulldog Give ↗President Conyers has set audacious goals and we are behind him 1000%. We can’t just talk about it — we have to be about it. Read the full story and find out how you can be part of building the future.
Read the Story ↗Tee it up for a legend and support Bulldog athletics. Whether you’re a scratch golfer or just love the camaraderie — come out and represent. Grab your spot before it fills up!
Register Now ↗Register your young athlete for the Shaquille Darius Leonard Free Youth Football Camp! A great opportunity for kids to learn from the best and build their love for the game.
Register Now ↗The South Carolina State University men’s basketball program will host its annual Bulldogs Elite Camp on Friday, July 25, at the Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center.
Learn More ↗Stay connected. Stay proud. Stay Bulldog.
The Bulldog Wire is written with love for the SC State family — past, present, and future.
So Hard! 🐾