June 28, 2022

Tuskegee Launches Online Liberal Studies Degrees for Adults

By Tuskegee University Tuskegee University’s College of Arts and Sciences has announced the development of two new innovative degree programs designed to accommodate both non-traditional, returning students and undecided majors. Beginning in fall 2022 with an online format, Tuskegee will offer two degrees in Liberal Studies, the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science. The

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Benedict College Hosts Summer Transportation Institute

Courtesy of Benedict College The Summer Transportation Institute at Benedict College looks to expose high school students across South Carolina to educational and career opportunities in the transportation industry. “Transportation is often times thought of to be just only engineers but transportation is such a vast industry,” said program director Dr. Vareva Harris. The four-week residential program

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Xavier Alumnus Dan Schneider Inducted Into PLS Society

Courtesy of Xavier University of Louisiana Xavier alumnus Dan Schneider (‘75) was recently inducted into the national Pharmacy Leadership Society, or Phi Lambda Sigma (PLS). Schneider, RPh, graduated from Xavier University’s College of Pharmacy (COP) in 1975 and practiced pharmacy until 2015. For over 20 years, he has advocated against the drug epidemic. After losing

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TSU Hosts Over 15 Enriching Summer Camps for Students

By Alexis Clark As Summer officially starts this week, here’s a look at a few camps that TSU has to offer for students to have fun while engaging in educational enrichment activities. While some camps were modified due to the pandemic last year, from activities around medical college knowledge to musical advancements, this year marks

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Lincoln University Adopts Test-Optional Admissions Policy

By Lincoln University of Missouri Prospective students applying for admission to Lincoln University of Missouri may now submit their application with or without ACT/SAT scores. This change to the university’s admission requirements immediately goes into effect. “Since our founding in 1866, Lincoln University has helped students rise above barriers to quality education. This change to

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Alcorn WBC, Regions Bank Launch Financial Wellness Series

By Alcorn State University The Women’s Business Center at Alcorn, or WBC, is partnering with one of the world’s leading financial institutions to provide essential information to entrepreneurs. Regions Bank and the WBC will host the Next Step Financial Wellness Certification 7 Part Series webinar beginning Tuesday, June 28, and will continue through December. Donna

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SAU Awarded $400K EDA Grant for Workforce, Health Equity

Courtesy of Saint Augustine’s University U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) Deputy Assistant Secretary and Chief Operating Officer Dennis Alvord met with local and state leaders at Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) to discuss a recent $400,000 EDA American Rescue Plan grant awarded to support workforce training efforts and strengthen public health and health equity resources at the university.

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Dillard Mock Trial Team Featured in “Class Action” Podcast

By Eddie Francis The idea behind the “Class Action” podcast was to feature law school students in the highly competitive world of mock trial, but the Jewel of Gentilly brought something different to the table. On the heels of their historic 2021-2022 season run, two members of the Dillard University Mock Trial Team are being featured in the twelve-part documentary

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