By Hampton University On Saturday, July 2, Hampton University President, Darrell K. Williams and First Lady Myra Richardson Williams received their first donation since returning to their ‘Home by the Sea’ from Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley, senior pastor of their home church, the historic Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria. “I extend my personal and
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Courtesy of Claflin University Author Dr. June Manning Thomas will host a book signing on Saturday, June 25, at the Cecil Williams South Carolina Civil Rights Museum in Orangeburg. Titled “Struggling to Learn,” the book discusses the history of school desegregation in South Carolina. Dr. Thomas is the daughter of the late Dr. Hubert V.
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By Kenneth Mullinax/ASU Alabama State University has received a second award from the National Park Service (NPS) for renovation projects at the historic G. W. Trenholm Hall. The $500,000 NPS grant is part of an overall $2.5 million initiative to help preserve historic buildings on the campuses of the state of Alabama’s Historically Black Colleges and
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Courtesy of Winston-Salem State University Carol Davis is on a mission, a mission that is centered around homeownership, its value to families and to creating a vibrant community. Her most powerful weapon is knowledge, particularly the fact that homeownership is not nearly as far out of reach as many believe. Davis is the executive director
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By Fisk University Robert Carr, Jr. Ed.D who has led a 20 year career in education, has been appointed provost and vice president for academic affairs. He will begin at the university on August 25. Dr. Carr will have oversight of all academic departments, coordinate curricular initiatives, grant degrees, work with faculty on assignments and research
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Courtesy of University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff On Monday, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) announced that it is the recipient of a $50,000 gift from West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd (West Fraser) to provide scholarships for students pursuing industrial technology management and applied engineering degrees and to upgrade department equipment. “On
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By Aaliyah Butler Howard University is proud to announce the 2022 Patricia Roberts Harris Fellows. The Patricia Roberts Harris Fellowship offers fellows the unique opportunity to gain one-on-one mentorship and guidance from an accomplished public affairs professional. Administered through the Ralph J. Bunche International Affairs Center, the Patricia Roberts Harris Fellowship for Public and International affairs is a
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Courtesy of Tuskegee University Dr. Michael L. Curry, associate professor of chemistry and adjunct associate professor of Materials Science and Engineering at Tuskegee University, has been named to The Top 100 Magazine’s 2022 list of “Top 100 Innovators & Entrepreneurs.” Widely recognized world leader Dr. Curry has been recognized for his extensive work on reducing
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Courtesy of Edward Waters University Thirteen Edward Waters University student leaders attended the National Association of Student Affairs (NASAP) Student Leadership Institute (SLI) May 31st – June 6th in Savannah, Georgia on the beautiful campus of Savannah State University. The Student Leadership Institute is an intensive, interactive, and stimulating leadership program developed by HBCU administration
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Courtesy of Bowie State University Bowie State University’s graduate programs in education, nursing, computer science and public administration were recognized among the nation’s best by the U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Graduate Schools ranking, distinguishing the university’s success in preparing students for advanced career opportunities. Designed for prospective students looking to further their education beyond
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