By Kerry Laird In a beautiful celebration of history, courage and the arts, Prairie View A&M University unveiled the prestigious Bench by the Road monument in a rousing program on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, in the Opal Johnson Smith Auditorium. The event marked the beginning of Inauguration Week for PVAMUâs ninth president, Dr. Tomikia P. LeGrande.
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Courtesy of Tuskegee University A team of Tuskegee University research faculty visited Yale University to discuss collaborations in biomedical sciences, advanced materials and cybersecurity. Yale University recently announced a five-year, $10 million commitment to support HBCUs through the Alliance for Scholarship, Collaboration, Engagement, Networking and Development (ASCEND). ASCEND will support research collaborations between HBCU and
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Courtesy of Spelman College Spelmanâs Master Class Series is designed to bring exposure, insight, and a behind-the-scenes look into various careers, professional skills, and aspects of overall wellness needed to succeed in todayâs world. From entertainment and sports to beauty and technology, these expert-led classes give Spelmanites a competitive edge, where they can learn more
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Written By Deidra Williams Florida A&M University (FAMU) has received a $9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to develop community schools in North Florida. The award is part of a statewide partnership called the Unlimited Potential Initiative (UPI) between the University of Central Florida, Florida International University, and the University of South
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Written by Howard University Newsroom Staff The Howard University School of Education is excited to welcome prospective applicants to its inaugural degree completion program for a Bachelor of Science in Human Development. The 100% online program provides flexibility and the benefits of distance learning for prospective students who have completed between 60 and 72 approved
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Written By Bowie State University Newsroom Bowie State University students and faculty members will spend their spring break, March 17-23, participating in numerous activities in London, Panama and Atlanta that will broaden the studentsâ knowledge and increase their understanding of the places they visit. While in the capital of the United Kingdom, students will see
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Written by Evan Castillio Virginia has banned legacy admissions at its public colleges and universities. Along with 63 other bills, Gov. Glenn Youngkin on March 8 signed House Bill 48 (HB 48). The bill was introduced by state Del. Dan Helmer and bans legacy admissions at the state’s public higher education institutions. The Virginia Senate unanimously voted to
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Courtesy of Tuskegee University The Pre-Alumni Council of Tuskegee University recently participated in the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Leadership Conference in Jacksonville, Florida. During that meeting, council members elected Kayla Thomas, a Tuskegee junior computer science and information system major, to serve as the president of the National Pre-Alumni Council. She has served on
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Courtesy of University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Seven University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) students majoring in merchandising, textiles and design (MTD) recently attended the National Retail Federation (NRF) Student Program in New York City, Dr. Jane Opiri, assistant professor and MTD program coordinator in UAPBâs Department of Human Sciences, said. The NRF
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Courtesy of Prairie View A&M University Prairie View A&M University will celebrate its founding while honoring 5,560 students for their academic efforts at the 2024 Foundersâ Day and Honors Recognition Convocation. The Whitlowe R. Green College of Education will host this yearâs Convocation on Wednesday, March 20, at 10 a.m. in the William âBillyâ J. Nicks, Sr. Building
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