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Xavier University of Louisiana Saturday Morning Science: Immersing Pre-collegiate Students in STEAM

Courtesy of Xavier University of Louisiana For nearly 100 years, Xavier University of Louisiana has served the underserved and undervalued as the nation’s only historically Black and Catholic institution. Known for its prowess in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) sphere, the university is a relentless advocate for health equity and, for decades, has developed programs and initiatives aimed at not only improving education access at the collegiate level but also the elevation of the K-12 to college pipeline. Dr. Ouloide Yannick Goue, assistant professor in the Department of Physics and Computer Sciences at Xavier, is heading one such

HU School of Science Marks 70th Anniversary of Pioneering Achievement in Speech Pathology and Audiology

Courtesy of Hampton University Hampton University School of Science, Department of Communicative Sciences and Disorders proudly announces the commemoration of the 70th Anniversary of its groundbreaking degree-granting program for African American speech pathologists and audiologists, on February 2, at 6pm in the McGrew Towers Conference Center on campus. The event is open to the public. Established in 1954, this program has stood as a beacon of excellence and inclusion, making significant strides in the field, graduating more African American audiologists and speech pathologists than any other program in the country. “We are thrilled to mark this historic milestone in our

Dillard University’s MLK Day of Service to Address Senior Food Security With Support From Amerihealth and Community Leaders

By Mary Arias Dillard University, in partnership with Amerihealth, Lighthouse, Topbox, and Feigley Communications, announces a community event on January 15, 2024, for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. The event starts at 10 a.m. at the university’s campus, 2601 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans, focusing on food insecurity among older adults. Nick Harris, Executive Director of DU Community Relations, comments on the event. “Our MLK Day of Service will distribute over 200 boxes of fresh produce and fruits to older adults and families. We’re also initiating a community garden on campus to support our food studies and research

Clark Atlanta University Names BJ Arnett as New Chair of the Art and Fashion Department

By Paula Owens Clark Atlanta University has appointed BJ Arnett the Art and Fashion Department Chair under the School of Arts and Sciences. In this role, she will serve as the chief academic officer of Art and Fashion and be instrumental in generating ideas and initiatives for the department. Arnett is an associate professor in the department and mentors several students to become creative artists in fashion and merchandising. Before the appointment, she served as the department’s interim chair since 2021.  Arnett, a professor at Clark Atlanta University since 2014, has significantly contributed to the growth and development of the Art

Few transplant surgeons are Black. Giving medical students a rare peek at organ donation may help

By Lauran Neergaard It’s long after midnight when the bustling operating room suddenly falls quiet — a moment of silence to honor the man lying on the table. This is no ordinary surgery. Detrick Witherspoon died before ever being wheeled in, and now two wide-eyed medical students are about to get a hands-on introduction to organ donation. They’re part of a novel program to encourage more Black and other minority doctors-to-be to get involved in the transplant field, increasing the trust of patients of color. Fresh off their first year at Meharry, six students spent the summer shadowing the donor

Ace, Carnegie Foundation Renew North Carolina A&T’s Prestigious ‘Community Engagement’ Classification

By Labrina VanCliff The American Council on Education (ACE) and the Carnegie Foundation for Advancement of Teaching announced that North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is one of 40 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the 2024 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, an elective designation that indicates institutional commitment to community engagement. The classification recognizes institutions that have made significant strides in finding ways to engage with community partners, build on community assets and address community challenges. N.C. A&T first earned the designation in 2015 and is one of 22 campuses that were re-classified in 2024. The other 18 institutions

Xavier University of Louisiana and New Orleans BioInnovation Center Receive Grant to Pilot Diversity Program in Life-Sciences Entrepreneurship

Courtesy of Xavier University of Louisiana Xavier University of Louisiana and New Orleans BioInnovation Center (NOBIC) announced today the receipt of $495,000 in grant funding from the JPMorgan Chase Foundation, championing the ethos that the expansion and robust support of small businesses are pivotal catalysts in diverse employment opportunities and the flourishing of vibrant, inclusive communities across city landscapes. The funds will be used to launch the Advancing Diversity in Life-Sciences Entrepreneurship project to increase access to capital for demographics historically underrepresented in the biosciences industry. Xavier and NOBIC have a rich history of collaboration- the university is represented on the NOBIC board

Hampton Alum, Racquel Oden Makes Historic Appointment As TMCF’s Board Chair

Written By Quintessa Williams The Thurgood Marshall College Fund has made a groundbreaking shift in its Board of Directors organization. Raquel Oden has officially assumed role as Board Chair, the first woman to do so in TMCF’s near forty-year history. Oden joins the Board of Directors after serving as a board member for 16 years. She also currently serves as Managing Director of Consumer Bank Network at JPMorgan Chase. “As I step into this role, my commitment is to uphold the mission of TMCF by challenging inequities and providing access to opportunity for HBCU students.” Oden said. The Thurgood Marshall College Fund was founded in

HU Earns Prestigious Recognition of Best Private College in Virginia by Coastal Virginia Magazine

Courtesy of Hampton University Hampton University proudly announces its recent recognition as the Best Private College in Virginia by Coastal Virginia Magazine. This esteemed accolade reflects the university’s commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and its enduring impact on the local and global communities. The university’s steadfast commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment, coupled with a focus on cutting-edge research and community engagement, has positioned it as a standout institution in the region. “We are honored to receive this recognition from Coastal Virginia Magazine,” said HU President Darrell K. Williams. “This achievement is a testament to the hard

Clark Atlanta University’s WCLK: Jazz 91.9 Partners with PBS Member Station Georgia Public Broadcasting to Broadcast the Inaugural Jazz Music Awards in January 2024

Courtesy of Clark Atlanta University Clark Atlanta University’s WCLK: Jazz 91.9 (an NPR member station) is excited to announce its partnership with Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) to broadcast and stream the first Jazz Music Awards: Celebrating the Spirt of Jazz. The music awards will be available for streaming on demand on PBS Passport on Monday, January 1, 2024. The Georgia statewide broadcast will air on GPB’s nine stations WGTV-TV (Atlanta/Athens), WNGH-TV (Chatsworth), WMUM-TV (Macon), WJSP-TV (Columbus), WACS-TV (Dawson), WABW-TV (Albany), WVAN-TV (Savannah), WXGA-TV (Waycross) and WCES-TV (Augusta) on the same day at 7:00 p.m. ET. The Jazz Music Awards is a new two-hour award show celebrating the best in Jazz, including traditional, contemporary, vocal, instrumental, and experimental. It

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