June 16, 2022

Two Coppin State University Students Named 2022 White House HBCU Scholars

Courtesy of Coppin State University Two Coppin State University students are among the 2022 cohort of HBCU Scholars selected by the White House Initiative on Educational Equity, Excellence and Economic Development through Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Jamie Reed (’23) and Stephanie Leggette (’23) are among the 86 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students representing 56

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Hampton University Linebacker KeShaun Moore Becomes First HBCU Student-Athlete Signed to WWE’s NIL Program

By Hampton University Hampton University senior linebacker KeShaun Moore (Suffolk, VA) was announced as 1 of 15 collegiate athletes to be signed to the WWE’s NIL (Name, Image & Likeness) program – “Next In Line™. Today the WWE unveiled 15 college athletes who will join the company’s NIL (Name, Image & Likeness) program – “Next In Line™” –

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VP Kamala Harris Calls Out Republican-led States In D.C. Pride Event Speech

By Murjani Rawls States like Florida and Texas have passed laws targeting the LGBTQ+ community in the classroom or with medical procedures. Vice President Kamala Harris used her speech at a pride event in Washington D.C. Friday to denounce those actions, as reported by The Hill. Texas Governor Greg Abbott made it legal for the state to investigate parents of transgender children

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Audit findings show progress, areas for improvement that are being addressed

Courtesy of Grambling State University Grambling State University President Richard J. Gallot​, Jr. is determined to continue improving the future growth and financial health of the institution and is encouraged by the progress indicated in the recent release of audit findings by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor (LLA). “The results of an audit engagement provide a

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Clark Atlanta University School of Education Dean Serves as Panelist on White House Annual Black History Program Focusing on Black Health and Wellness

Courtesy of Clark Atlanta University The Clark Atlanta University community congratulates Dr. J Fidel Turner, Jr., (CAU 93’) Dean of the School of Education, on his accomplishments and his invitation from the Executive Office of The President of the United States to represent Clark Atlanta University as a guest panelist for the White House Office

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Dean of the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts, Phylicia Rashad, Wins Tony Award for Best Featured Actress

By Aaliyah Butler Howard University would like to congratulate Phylicia Rashad, dean of the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts, who won the Tony Award for best featured actress in a play for her performance in “Skeleton Crew,” which was also nominated for best new play. Founded by theater producer and director Brock Pemberton and named after

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Stillman, Verizon to host free STEM program for middle-schoolers

By Stillman College Empowering young students with STEM and entrepreneurship skills to help build future success Stillman College is partnering with Verizon and the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship to offer a free, project-based STEM learning program, Verizon Innovative Learning STEM Achievers, for middle school students starting on June 12. Verizon launched the Verizon Innovative

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Living With Pride: Margaret Walker Center kicks off LGBTQ+ Pride Month with an eye-opening exhibit centering on Southern Black queer stories

Courtesy of Jackson State University The Margaret Walker Center kicked off LGBTQ+ Pride month with an exhibit unveiling honoring the stories of Black queer individuals who navigated the difficult terrains of sexuality while growing up in the South. Collecting the unique perspectives of young Black men who have both triumphed and struggled in the pursuit

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Second cohort of Contractor’s College continues partnership with City of Mobile

By Bishop State Community Bishop State Community College is proud to partner with the City of Mobile – Office of Supplier Diversity to bring the second cohort of Contractor’s College that started May 10, 2022. The program helps contractors become knowledgeable about the processes and requirements of various construction projects. This program is intended to

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