More than 20 undergraduate students are spending their summer immersed in hands-on, faculty-led research at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering as part of the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program, funded by a $1 million National Science Foundation (NSF) grant. The REU, part of the NSF’s HBCU-UP RISE initiative, is a competitive 12-week program that
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Written by Lexx Thornton The Historically Black Colleges and Universities – Excellence in Research program (HBCU-EiR) provides opportunities to stimulate sustainable improvement in research and development capacity. HBCU-EiR was established in 2018 in response to direction provided in a report from the Senate Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (Senate
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Written By Lexx Thornton The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has appointed Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough, a seasoned higher education administrator known for his transformational leadership at historically Black colleges and universities, to serve as Executive Vice President of Research & Member Engagement, effective September 2, 2025.  The appointment represents a strategic move by UNCF
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Written By Lexx Thornton Florida A&M University (FAMU) has been named the #1 HBCU for Online Programs by Forbes Advisor, securing the top spot in its 2025 rankings of Historically Black Colleges and Universities offering high-quality, flexible, and affordable online degrees.  The Forbes Advisor rankings evaluated HBCUs based on affordability, student outcomes, academic credibility, and
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By Caleb Robinson When Dr. James Murray first visited Howard University, it wasn’t as a student, but as a speaker invited by the Quantum Biology Lab (QBL) after earning his Ph.D. As he stood on campus for the first time, surrounded by Black excellence in science and mathematics, a new vision took hold, one which he is now implementing as
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Written by Lexx Thornton At Xavier University of Louisiana, students are empowered to pursue transformative experiences, whether locally or around the world. In an exciting milestone for the university, 12 Xavierites were awarded the prestigious Gilman International Scholarship for the 2024–25 academic year, doubling the number of recipients from the previous year. This record-breaking cohort
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Written By Lexx Thornton Clark Atlanta University today announced a collaboration with IBM SkillsBuild to help cultivate talent among future developers and drive economic growth. AI training continues to be vital. The latest Future of Jobs report from the World Economic Forum shows that the skills gap remains the most significant barrier to business transformation,
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Written By Lexx Thornton Xavier University of Louisiana’s College of Pharmacy (COP) announces that its Academic Enrichment Program (AEP) has been awarded certification as a Level 1 Certified Tutor Training Program by the internationally recognized College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA). This prestigious certification marks a significant milestone for the program and reflects the College’s
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Written By Lexx Thornton Dr. Emily Jackson-Osagie, Interim Director of the School of Education at Southern University and A&M College, has been named an Impact Academy fellow through the national non-profit organization Deans for Impact (DFI). Dr. Jackson-Osagie joins a cohort of leaders chosen for their commitment to improving educator preparation.  Educator-preparation programs today face
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By Delatria Palacios   In many communities across the nation, Black scholars step onto the campuses of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) equipped with dreams that stretch far beyond the classroom environment. For many, these aspirations include donning a white coat and pioneering a new era of medicine. Achieving this goal requires more than academic
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