By Jonathan Abrams āNow weāre cooking.ā Names whisked by as Brian Sheffey excitedly scrolled through the 1870 U.S. census on a large projector to find what he was looking for: a 13-year-old boy living in Alabama named Daniel, whose family included his father, Chance, his mother, Viney, and four brothers and sisters. Chance farmed. Neither
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Courtesy of Morehouse School of Medicine A white coat ceremony in Santa Cruz Tuesday afternoon celebrated a group of inaugural family resident graduates. Itās all part of a new partnership between Dignity Health Dominican Hospital and Morehouse School of Medicine. These residents are set to embark on a rigorous three-year program that the hospital says
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ByĀ David IngramĀ andĀ Curtis Bunn The U.S. Secret Service said Wednesday that it stood by its female agents and was appalled by some of the criticism theyāve received on conservative social media since SaturdayāsĀ attempted assassinationĀ of former President Donald Trump. The Secret Service, in a statement to NBC News, said that the criticism from pundits and influencers was
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By Kathryn Palmer Academic researchers know that artificial intelligence (AI) technology has the potential to revolutionize the technical aspects of nearly every industry. And while theyāre trained to apply such innovations in ethical, equitable ways, compared to profit-driven tech companies, they have limited access to the expensive, powerful technology required for AI research. That divide
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By Quintessa Williams The Olympics have always been a stage where the worldās best athletes showcase their talents and bring glory to their nations. For African American athletes, particularly those hailing from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), the Olympics have been a platform to demonstrate excellence, overcome barriers, and inspire future generations. As we
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Courtesy of Lane College Donald W. Comer has been selected to serve as interim president of Lane College. He will assume his new role on August 1. Lane College is a historically Black undergraduate college in Jackson, Tennessee. The institution enrolls over 1,000 students, 78 percent of whom are Black. Dr. Comer brings over three
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Courtesy of Morehouse College Morehouse College today announces the retirement of Dr. David A. Thomas as president, effective June 30, 2025. “Record-breaking” defines Thomas’s tenure at the College. Its innovative and impactful work has garnered international attention and partnerships with various notable institutions, corporations, and individuals; applications from high-achieving students have soared to an all-time
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By Andrew Carter Skip Perkins hasnāt yet had time for much decorating inside his office at N.C. Central University. He returned to his alma mater in early June to become its director of athletics, and almost three months later the walls around his desk are mostly still bare. Part of that is due to his
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Courtesy of Saint Augustine’s University Saint Augustine’s University (SAU), a historic HBCU, marked its 157th Founders Day yesterday with a message of gratitude, resilience, and hope. Interim President Dr. Marcus H. Burgess addressed the SAU community, reflecting on the institution’s rich history and its dedication to academic excellence despite current challenges. Founded on July 19,
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By Kyra Allesandrini TheĀ NCAAĀ has announced that four new schools are now Division II members. Allen University, Edward Waters University, Emory and Henry University and Westmont College completed the preliminary membership process, theĀ organizationĀ announced on July 11. The Division II Membership Committee approved the newest members during its meeting in Indianapolis. There are now 293 schools in
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