WASHINGTON, D.C. — The University of Maryland Eastern Shore is one of 15 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) joined to launch the Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI), a national coalition designed to accelerate world-class research, expand institutional capacity, and elevate HBCU leadership in addressing society’s most pressing challenges. “AHRI will elevate HBCUs contributions
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Courtesy of Tuskegee University Tuskegee University recently welcomed leaders from iChrom Solutions to campus to celebrate a transformative investment in scientific research and education: the donation of an advanced High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) system with Integrated Solid Phase Extraction, the CHRONECT Symbiosis. The gift—accompanied by comprehensive service and maintenance support—significantly enhances Tuskegee’s instructional and research
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*Shown here, Donald Palm (left), FAMU EVP for Health Sciences Enterprise and Research Innovation; Heidi M. Anderson, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Wayne A. I. Frederick, Howard University; David K. Wilson, Morgan State University; Tomikia P. LeGrande, Prairie View A and M University; Aminta H. Breaux, Bowie State University; Darrell K. Williams, Hampton University and
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By Susan Svrluga Fifteen historically Black colleges and universities have united to pursue the nation’s highest research status in partnership with leading research universities. The coalition hopes to upend discriminatory assumptions about what HBCUs can accomplish and reverse some historical trends that have held them back. The newly announced Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI) aims to
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By Sholnn Z. Freeman Kim Lewis once thought she would be an aeronautical engineer. The Ph.D.-trained physicist was fascinated by the forces at work and the mechanics of systems engineering. As Howard University’s new vice president of research and chief research officer, a strong sense of design and optimization will be the key to unlocking the
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The 2026 UNCF “A Mind Is…”® New England Gala at the Seaport Hotel Boston achieved resounding success, honoring Demond Martin, Governor Charlie Baker and Pamela Everhart. The event raised a record-breaking $800,000 to ensure UNCF continues lighting the way as a beacon of hope, providing students with access to the resources needed to get to and
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By Lexx Thornton Spelman College has released striking new data demonstrating the profound environmental impact of its campus composting initiative, positioning the historically Black college as a leader in higher education sustainability. According to a recent impact report from partner Compost Now, the college has diverted more than 301,649 pounds of food waste from landfills since launching the program
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By Lexx Thornton Tuskegee University’s Master of Social Work (MSW) Online Program has been recognized among the Top Online MSW Programs in Alabama for 2026, earning the No. 2 ranking by MastersinSocialWorkOnline.org. This honor highlights the program’s academic excellence, commitment to accessible education, and growing impact in preparing social work professionals to serve communities across the
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By Lexx Thornton Finding and applying for scholarships just got easier for Albany State University (ASU) students. In November, the Office of Financial Aid launched Scholarship Universe. This new online platform connects students to thousands of internal and external scholarship opportunities all through one personalized, mobile-friendly system. Available now at asurams.scholarshipuniverse.com, the tool simplifies the scholarship search
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By Lexx Thornton A new statewide flash poll conducted by the John Mercer Langston Institute for African American Political Leadership (JMLI) at Virginia State University reveals that Black Virginians continue to strongly support Democratic candidates ahead of the 2025 statewide elections, scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, 2025. The JMLI surveyed 817 respondents statewide for its Black Virginia
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