UNCF is proud today to announce a $100,000 gift from tennis champion Coco Gauff to provide scholarships for historically Black college and university (HBCU) students playing competitive tennis. “We are incredibly grateful to Coco Gauff for her generous $100,000 gift to UNCF, which will significantly impact the lives of HBCU students aspiring to excel in
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By Erica Lunsford Students at P.S. 28X in Tremont celebrated the start of Black History Month on Monday with a visit from Lincoln University’s marching band. Staff at the primary school collaborated with the university to showcase some of the culture of Historically Black Universities and Colleges (HBCUs) to inspire the next generation about college.
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By Kyle T. Mosley Tristen Edgerson, a former student of Grambling State University and a graduate of McNeese State University, was ready to begin his career in sports journalism before he tragically lost his life due to a sudden brain hemorrhage. Tristen was 23 when he transitioned and just completed his collegiate studies before interning for me
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Courtesy of Morgan State University According to recent data from the American Institute for Boys and Men, Morgan State has witnessed a 25% drop in Black male enrollment since 2010. This decline surpasses the 22% drop observed across all U.S. higher education institutions. Despite record-breaking total enrollment figures—making Morgan the nation’s third-largest HBCU as of last fall—the
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By Jasmin Caldwell A Killeen man’s journey from soldier to community advocate is making a significant impact on the future of our youth. His mission is to empower the next generation by connecting them with historically black colleges and universities. Making sure every child has the chance to pursue their dreams. Retired Chief Warrant Officer 3
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By Ana Swanson President Trump’s decision to impose hefty tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China included a little-noticed but significant change to how online purchases will be taxed when they enter the United States. One provision of Mr. Trump’s executive order will increase costs for more than 80 percent of U.S. e-commerce imports. The decision
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Written By A.R. Shaw Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is considering a possible bid to become Georgia’s next Governor. Bottoms, a graduate of Douglas High School, FAMU, and Georgia State University, became a national figure in 2017 after she won the mayoral race in Atlanta. When recently asked if she would consider a return
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By Ken Dilanian, Alexandra Marquez, Claretta Bellamy and Dan De Luce Federal agencies on Friday rushed to comply with President Donald Trump’s executive orders aimed at curtailing diversity, equity and inclusion programs. The executive orders prompted a flurry of memos and emails obtained by NBC News that modified the rules for staff at intelligence agencies, in the military and across
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By Kate Nalepinski President Donald Trump’s proposal to dismantle the Department of Education has sparked debate over potential consequences for teachers, students, and education funding. While some conservatives have long criticized the agency as an overreach of federal power, some educators warn that eliminating it could disrupt public schooling and cut funding streams. How Many People Work In The Department
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By Audrey Lyons and Fairlie Mercer On the 40th annual observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Atlanta community gathered to honor Dr. King’s legacy and mobilize to continue the fight for equal rights. Dr. King, one of the main leaders in nonviolent protest during the Civil Rights Movement, was remembered through the King Center’s
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