The History of Miles College

1. The History of Miles College

2. Just the Beginning • Miles College was founded in 1898 by the Colored Methodist Episcopal Church (Now the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, also known as the C.M.E. Church) • The college was named after Bishop William H. Miles • The college is still supported by and affiliated with the CME church • Originally located in Thomasville • Moved to Fairfield, AL in the Spring of 1907

3. Bishop William H. Miles Born a Slave in 1828 CME Church licensed him to preach in 1857 Elected Bishop in 1870 Saw the church as a source of spiritual solace for freed slaves Was a central figure in the CME church until his death in 1892. Miles College is named in his honor.

4. The President’s of Miles College • James A. Bray 1907-1912 • William A. Bell 1915-1913 (First Term) • John Wesley Gilbert 1913-1914 • George A. Payne 1914-1918 • Robert T. Brown 1918-1922 • George T. Word 1922-1926 • Mack P. Burley 1926-1931 • Brooks Dickens 1931-1936 • William A. Bell 1936-1961 (Second Term) • Lucius H. Pitts 1961-1971 • W. Clyde Williams 1971-1986 • Leroy Johnson 1986-1989 • Albert J.H. Sloan, II 1989-1990 (Acting) • Albert J. H. Sloan, II 1990-October 2005 • George T. French, Jr. October 2005-2006 (Interim) • George T. French, Jr. 2006-Present

5. Dr. George T. French 14th President & current president from Louisville, Kentucky Has served 12 years at Miles College CME Minister for 18 years Has 3 children and 2 grandchild Loves Martial Arts Attended Miles Law School

6. A First . . . • Williams Hall became the first college building completed on the campus in 1907 • Williams Hall was named after Bishop R.R. Williams, the presiding CME bishop in Alabama • It has served as the administration building, the women’s dormitory and the home of the economics classes. • Williams Hall is currently closed and awaiting renovations

7. The First Miles College Graduate Mrs. Willie Selden McDaniel Graduate in May 1918 Received a Bachelor’s Degree in Education

8. Facts about Miles College • Is a member of the HBCU Community • Was formally know as Miles Memorial College • 2011 SIAC Champions in Football • Criminal Justice is the most declared major • Is a Liberal Arts College • Has about 1500 students • 6 miles from downtown • 97% of Social Work Graduates attend Graduate School • Only HBCU that houses the CAE Program • In the 60’s student participated the Civil Rights Marches with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. • Located in Fairfield, Alabama

9. What’s Happening on Campus? • Williams Hall • Taggart Hall • Learning Resource Center • McKenzie Hall • Alabama Hall • Student Union Building • Arthur Means Hall • Pearson Hall • Ramsay Hall • Bell Hall • Brown Hall • President’s House • Albert J.H. Sloan, II Alumni Stadium • Knox-Wyndham Gymnasium

10. Greek Life • Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. • Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. • Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. • Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. • Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. • Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. . . . And a host of non-Greek sororities and fraternities

11. Brown Hall Known as the administrative building. Houses the President’s Office, Development Office, the Business Office, Academic Records, College Chapel, Financial Aid and other administrative offices.

12. C.A. Kirkendoll Learning Resource Center Known as the campus library but also houses Fundamental Studies and the Division of Communication.

13. Knox-Wyndham Gymnasium

14. Arthur Means, Jr. Hall

15. Bishop Teresa Snorton Residence Hall

16. Stewart-Reddrick Hall The newest dormitory on campus, is housing for the males population and the male student athletes. Also, housing a tutorial lab on the second floor.

17. Pearson Hall The newest academic building, houses the Division of Education, the Division of Humanities and also the Music Department.

18. Where can I find academic help on campus? • The Writing Lab, Pearson Hall, Room 207 • Metacognition Lab, Pearson Hall, Room 207 • Bear Essentials Lab, Stewart-Reddick Hall, 2nd Floor • Drop In Lab, Taggart Hall, Room 310 • Individual Tutoring from your instructor

19. Myths about Miles College • Miles College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools • Miles College credit hours are transferrable • We don’t offer a masters program • We do not offer majors in Psychology or Physical Education • Miles College classes are as competitive as any other institution

20. Core Values • Integrity • Responsibility • Continuous Learning • Respect for People • Service

21. Culture, Class & Civility • Deemed as the staple of Miles College students by President French • Defined as how Miles College students should act as a Milean. • Respectful • Always honoring the college • Respecting others • Standing and being silent during the school’s Alma Mater

22. Quality Enhancement Plan Enhancing Reading through Metacognition • What is a QEP? • Why does Miles College need a QEP? • What is Miles College QEP focus? • What is meant by “student learning” in the QEP?

23. Softball Champs 2012 SIAC Champs Conference 2011

25. Respect for YOUR institution Remember that Miles College is your institution, never allow someone to speak negatively of the school and you should never speak negatively of the school. Keep in mind that all school have their own issues but you to make the best of every situation. Go Bears! Go Miles!

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