President's
Buildings
Traditions
Important Dates
Miscellaneous
100
This President coined the phrase "Tell Them We Are Rising," organized National Freedom Day and served as a Paymaster in the U.S. Army.
Who is Major Richard R. Wright, Sr.
100
This is the oldest standing building on campus and is considered by many as the "White House."
Hill Hall
100

Name the annual event where alumni return home to celebrate the university.


Homecoming
100
In what year was Savannah State University founded and organized?
1890
100

This distinguished alumnus has a blue angel jet displayed on campus. What is his last name?

Donnie ________

Cochran
200

This President coined the phrase "You Can Get Anywhere From Here" and is responsible for study abroad, the building of Tiger Arena, University Village and the Freshman Living and Learning Center.

Who is Dr. Carlton E. Brown
200
This building once served as the campus library and today houses the office of the registrar, financial aid and graduate studies.
James Colston Administration Building
200
Name the annual event held on campus that recognizes the academic accomplishments of our students.  
Honors Convocation
200
In what year did Savannah State relocate from Athens, GA to Savannah, GA?
1891
200
Why is the library in a round shape?
So it can house more books
300
This President served at UGA before coming to Savannah State University and is a licensed social worker.
Who is Dr. Cheryl D. Dozier.
300
This building is named after a former U.S. President and today houses many of our fine arts classes.
John F. Kennedy Fine Arts Building
300
Name the annual event that celebrates the founding and establishment of Savannah State University.
Founders Day
300
In what year did our name change to Savannah State University?
1996
300
Savannah State University is a member of the MEAC Conference. What does MEAC stand for?
Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference
400
This President first name is Prince. As President he established introduced to the institution a campus radio station, NROTC Program, Peer Counselor Association and Title III.
Who is Dr. Prince Jackson
400
This building is named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Ms. Varnetta Frazier.
King - Frazier Student Center
400

Finish the Lyrics:

Where Savannah meets the sea,

Where grassy _________ and _________ abound

Where the flow'rs are gems of loveliness

There S.S.U. is found

1. plains

2. palms

400
In what year did Savannah State University officially install Dr. Cheryl Dozier as President?
2011
400
Who was the first alumnus to serve as university President?
Cyrus G. Wiley
500
This President served during the Great Depression. He started the first school yearbook, changed the name to Georgia State College and we became a full-time degree granting institution. There is a building on campus named in his honor and a building named in honor of his mother.
Benjamin F. Hubert
500
This building once served as the official dining hall on campus and the university archives. Today it is occupied by the housing office.
A. Pratt Adams Hall
500

Finish the Lyrics:

We are the Tigers of Savannah U,.

We've come to fight for ________

Our team is ________; we'll fight hard through and through,.

'Cause victories our guar'ran'tee.

 

1. Victory

2. Strong

500

Fill in the Blank:

Savannah State University was started under the second Morrill Land Grant Act of ________?

1890
500
What is the name of the plantation that was sat on the current site of Savannah State University?
Placentia Plantation
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