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Jocelyn Dopson-Rodriguez Appointed to FAMU Board of Trustees

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has appointed attorney Jocelyn Dopson-Rodriguez to Florida A&M University’s Board of Trustees. Dopson-Rodriguez, an alumna of the University, will replace former trustee and board chair Kelvin Lawson. Lawson had served on the Board of Trustees at FAMU since 2011, with the reasons for his departure undisclosed. According to WCTV, Dopson-Rodriguez immediately began her tenure on the board July 11. She will hold the position until January of next year. However, The Tallahassee Democrat reported that FAMU was not made aware of the lawyer’s appointment until over a week later. A spokesperson confirmed her appointment amid rumors that Lawson will take on

Atlanta HBCUs see applications surge

Cam Breeden has been planning his college experience since the sixth grade. For years, he thought he would go to an elite, predominantly white institution, envisioning himself at universities like Johns Hopkins or Duke. But the North Carolina native with a 4.3 grade-point average had a recent change of heart. He wanted to study at a place where he felt he could easily find community. So he turned his focus to historically Black colleges and universities. “I perform best when I can work with people l know believe in me and when I believe in them,” said Breeden, who will be

Tougaloo College Awarded $8 Million NIH Grant for New Biomedical Research & Training Center

Written By Lexx Thornton Tougaloo College has been awarded an $8 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to establish the Tougaloo College Biomedical Research & Training Center. This significant investment, part of the NIH Research Facilities Construction Grants program, will fund the construction of a state-of-the-art facility that will enhance biomedical research and training capacity at the historic institution.  The new research center will serve as a vital hub for students and researchers, providing unparalleled opportunities for growth and innovation in biomedical sciences. The establishment of the center is expected to advance biomedical research at Tougaloo College

Howard University Students Face Financial Strife After HBCU Changes Student Payment Platform

By Nahlah Abdur-Rahman While many Howard students are planning for their final year at the renowned HBCU, some are now facing an unexpected and expensive bill. The school has transitioned over to a new payment platform for students called Bison Hub. However, this new software has left some with a considerable amount of money to pay before they can register for classes. Typically, for HBCUs, any student with a financial hold on their account cannot register for the next semester until the hold is paid. One student told NBC Washington how she woke up with what looked like an entire

TSU Breaks Ground on $Agriculture Complex for Fall 2026

Written By Lexx Thornton With hard hats on and shovels in hand, Tennessee State University leaders, dignitaries, and College of Agriculture faculty broke ground June 26 on the future of agricultural innovation. The historic ceremony is for the construction of new facilities that will support TSU’s Food and Animal Sciences and Environmental Sciences programs, spanning more than 110,000 square feet combined. Scheduled for completion in fall 2026, the development reflects the university’s continued investment in research, student success, and community impact.   CheKenna Fletcher, a Ph.D. candidate in agricultural sciences at TSU, served as the mistress of ceremonies and said the

Howard, Aramark Launch Innovative Campus Dining Program

By Cedric Mobley Howard University, the only R1 research institution which is also a historically Black college or university (HBCU), has selected Aramark Collegiate Hospitality to implement its transformative new campus dining vision called Howard University Hospitality.  This collaboration between Aramark and Howard University marks a significant step in enhancing the campus experience through culinary innovation, cultural celebration, and community empowerment. “We are looking forward to this exciting partnership with Aramark as they elevate and innovate an exceptional dining experience for our students and faculty,” said LaNiece Tyree, assistant vice president, Auxiliary Enterprises. The new program will include space revitalization, growth planning, and

Morgan State Generates $1.5B Impact on Maryland’s Economy

Maryland’s historically black colleges and universities have quietly been generating billions for the state’s economy, recent studies show.  A new report from Econsult Solutions found that Morgan State University generated $1.5 billion for the state economy in 2024, and $891 million for Baltimore.   The state’s preeminent public urban research university has seen consistent growth since it began studying its economic impact. Additionally, the university supports 8,200 jobs in the state and contributes $71 million in state tax revenue. “From our pioneering research projects to our massive role in local community and economic development, our impact is impactful, transformational and intentional,” David K. Wilson, president of Morgan State University,

Clark Atlanta, IBM Partner to Bridge AI Skills Gap

Written By Lexx Thornton Clark Atlanta University today announced a collaboration with IBM Skills Build 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, and that by 2030, 39% of current skills may become outdated. Additionally, recent research from IBM and Morning Consult reveals that 76% of developers don’t consider themselves to be experts in generative AI. This shows how the growth of generative AI has compounded the

Columbia to Pay $200M in Deal to Restore Federal Funding

By Phil Helsel Columbia University said Wednesday it will pay $200 million to the federal government to restore the majority of funding that was cut by the Trump administration over allegations it violated anti-discrimination laws. “This agreement marks an important step forward after a period of sustained federal scrutiny and institutional uncertainty,” acting university President Claire Shipman said in a statement. The Trump administration in March said it was canceling $400 million in grants to the school, accusing it of “inaction in the face of persistent harassment of Jewish students.” Columbia then agreed to a list of demands by the Trump administration, which some

FAMU Tops Forbes HBCU Ranking for Online Education Success

Florida A&M University has claimed the coveted top position in Forbes Advisor’s comprehensive ranking of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, marking a significant achievement for the Tallahassee institution and its digital education initiatives. The recognition, announced in late June, celebrates FAMU’s approach to making quality higher education accessible through innovative online programming that serves students nationwide while maintaining the institution’s commitment to academic excellence. Breaking down FAMU’s digital dominance The Forbes evaluation highlighted several factors that propelled FAMU to the summit of HBCU excellence. Chief among these achievements stands the university’s remarkably affordable tuition structure, with undergraduate students paying just

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