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FSU adds psychiatry residency program

Courtesy of Florida A&M University Florida State University’s College of Medicine has announced the establishment of a psychiatry residency program, a significant development for mental health care in Tallahassee. This ground-breaking program aims to meet the community’s growing demand for mental health care while providing necessary training opportunities for future psychiatrists. Dr. Mridul Mazumder, program director for the FSU College of Medicine Psychiatry Residency program, ensures the curriculum will be structured for comprehensive training for future psychiatrists. “After completing medical school, future psychiatrists train an additional four years in residency to gain general adult certification. Guided by our program faculty, residents will develop the

Cheyney University Awarded Nearly $500,000 In Critical Sector Job Quality Grant

Courtesy of Cheyney University The U.S. Department of Labor recently awarded Cheyney University $495,878 under the Critical Sectors Job Quality Grants Program, which will be used to establish a Winery Management certification in collaboration with Chaddsford Winery’s Vice President and General Manager, and the members of the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail. Cheyney is one of seven institutions awarded this grant. The grant funds will facilitate the development and enhancement of educational initiatives aligned with the Biden-Harris Administration’s priorities. Cheyney’s award is a component of the $16 million comprehensive initiative launched to improve job quality and expand access to high-quality employment in

Three JSU art students gain real-world experience, partner with Visit JXN for JXN restaurant rebranding collaboration

By William H. Kelley Jackson State University’s (JSU) Department of Art and Visit Jackson announced a partnership with local restaurants in Jackson, Mississippi, at a press conference on March 1. Three JSU graphic design students created new logos, signage, and other marketing material for three “City with Soul” restaurants. The announcement was held at Sugar’s Place located in downtown Jackson and simultaneously kicked off the final day of the inaugural JXN Restaurant Week, hosted by Visit Jackson. “It was an incredible opportunity for our students to gain real-world experience. It’s so vital for graphic design students to have examples of real

Morgan State University Featured in Season 10 of The College Tour Now on Amazon Prime Video

Courtesy of Morgan State University Morgan State University, Maryland’s largest Historically Black College and/or University and one of the nation’s fastest-growing research universities, is featured in the 10th season of The College Tour, a groundbreaking series from Emmy-nominated producers Alex Boylan, Lisa Hennessy, and Burton Roberts, now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Hosted by CBS’s The Challenge: USA winner Dr. Desi Williams, The College Tour travels the country, telling the story of each college and university through the diverse lens of its students, giving the viewer an intimate portrayal of life on campus. Inspiring and motivating, the show serves as a vehicle to help students worldwide connect

Howard University Orator Michael R. Winston Calls for Surge of Ambition During Charter Day Convocation

By Sholnn Z. Freeman As the orator of Howard University’s 157th Charter Day on March 1, an impassioned Michael R. Winston, Ph.D. (B.A. ’62), reflected on Howard University’s early history of high ambition and cosmopolitanism, including pioneering strides in women’s education, an achievement that outpaced other U.S. universities by several decades. Speaking before students, alumni, administrators, and guests gathered at Cramton Auditorium, Winston urged the Howard community to reclaim its past in its quest to become “a research university in the first rank of American higher education.” “In just months after the charter was granted, the University’s founders had created a

Dr. Martin Lemelle Appointed New President Of Grambling State University

By Quintessa Williams The University of Louisiana Board of Supervisors unanimously voted on Thursday to appoint Dr. Martin Lemelle as the next president of Grambling State University. The Grambling Presidential Search Committee narrowed the field to three finalists, Dr. Gregory Ford, Dr. Monica Williams, and Lemelle after interviewing six semifinalists on Grambling’s campus earlier this month. “Dr. Lemelle’s appointment as the 11th president of Grambling State University guarantees a leader well-prepared on day one,” said Rick Gallot, who left the Grambling presidency to assume the role of UL System President and CEO at the start of the year. “I am confident that under

Lawmakers hope to improve health care in Florida

By Kendall Williams Over time, amending and updating healthcare legislation is crucial for improving the quality and efficiency of healthcare services. Aiming to elevate standards and accessibility to equal care across the state, the Florida House of Representatives has introduced House Bill 1549, which could bring a new era of healthcare excellence, incorporating many amendments and new provisions focusing on education, licensing and service delivery. Introduced by the Health and Human Services Committee and Health Care Appropriations Subcommittee and Grant, the bill states, “Revises provisions relating to medical education, public health, health care practitioners, & health care facilities to allow more

JSU’s Lumumba receives Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning Diversity & Inclusion Award

Written By Jackson State University Ebony Lumumba, Ph.D., associate professor and chair of the Department of English and Modern Languages at Jackson State University, was presented the Diversity & Inclusion Award for Excellence by the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024. The awards program began in 1992 and is presented as part of the Board’s observance of Black History Month. “Dr. Lumumba is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment where our students and the greater community are celebrated and valued. Her efforts inspire others and bring distinction to Jackson State,” said President

Bowie State Business Students Prepare for Experian Pitch Competition

Courtesy of Bowie State University Four Bowie State University business students are headed to southern California for the Experian’s #IYKYK Pitch Competition that could net them $40,000 for a winning plan for a business venture that would help students pay off their student loan debt within five years of graduation.  Taylor Payton, Jazmin Feliz, Lauren Kelly and Calvin Charles will face off against teams from North Carolina A&T and Alabama State University during the competition’s final round, scheduled for February 28. The competition began with 21 teams from 12 HBCUs.  The BSU students, all part of the Center for Financial

Renowned Historian and Scholar Michael R. Winston Named Orator for Howard University’s 157th Charter Day Convocation

By Monica Lewis Michael R. Winston, Ph.D. (B.A. ’62), a highly respected scholar who spent more than 40 years as a member of the Howard University faculty, will return to the University to deliver the keynote address at the 157th Charter Day Convocation Friday, March 1. The convocation, an annual event that marks the founding of Howard University, will take place at Cramton Auditorium, and begin at 11 a.m. It will be livestreamed on Howard University’s YouTube channel and air on WHUR FM radio. On March 16, a full rebroadcast is scheduled to air on WHUT, Howard University’s public television

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