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50 Plus 1 Sports Will Invest $70M To Save Saint Augustine’s University

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Courtesy of Saint Augustine’s University It’s been a challenging few years for one of North Carolina’s oldest HBCUs. In December 2022, Saint Augustine’s University was placed on probation after failing to meet accreditation standards. The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) removed the HBCU’s membership following significant financial issues, including a $32 million debt and an IRS battle. But the HBCU is inching one step closer to the light at the end of the tunnel after the Black-owned development company 50 Plus 1 Sports invested $70 million to save the university. “We were introduced to the University back in October,

Bowie State University Celebrates 160 Years of Excellence

Courtesy of Bowie State University Bowie State University recently commemorated a monumental milestone, celebrating 160 years since its founding on Jan. 9, 1865. Originally established as the Baltimore Normal School for Colored Teachers at Calvert and Saratoga streets in Baltimore, the institution proudly relocated to its current location in Bowie, Maryland, in 1911. What began as an institution dedicated to offering educational opportunities for Black teachers has flourished into a vibrant university offering more than 65 bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs. Among its diverse offerings are cutting-edge disciplines in STEM, including cybersecurity, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and an exciting

Children Of Alabama State Alumni Launch Scholarship For HBCU To Honor Parents

Courtesy of Alabama State University The children of two Alabama State University alumni have launched a scholarship for the HBCU in honor of their parents. The late Warren L. Davis, III, and his wife, Dr. Tyna D. Davis, have been longtime supporters of the HBCU that educated them. Now, their legacy will live on at the institution through an endowment scholarship established in their name. Dr. Wartyna Davis and her brother, Dr. Warren L. Davis, IV, decided to honor their parents at their alma mater after their father’s 2024 death. “We know that Alabama State is a gem in the

TSU Offers Free, 24/7 Comprehensive Telehealth Services to Students

By Emmanuel Freeman Tennessee State University is making comprehensive telehealth services available to all students at no cost and without the hassle of traditional insurance. Imagine having a wellness resource at your fingertips: from the comfort of their dorm rooms, students can simply download an app and access a wide range of medical and mental health services from licensed professionals nationwide. This initiative is the result of a groundbreaking partnership with TimelyCare, a leader in virtual health and well-being services. Thanks to this collaboration, students will no longer have to navigate complex insurance regulations or endure lengthy waits for appointments. Getting

Designing Futures: Morgan State Students Shine in Baltimore’s Thriving Design Community

Courtesy of Morgan State University Morgan State University’s interior design students recently stepped outside the classroom and into Baltimore’s dynamic architecture and design scene, experiencing firsthand the transformative power of experiential learning. Thanks to the Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA), 16 students and Associate Professor Betty Torrell from the School of Architecture and Planning embarked on a unique “Firm Crawl,” gaining invaluable insights into the professional world of interior design. The Firm Crawl offered an exciting behind-the-scenes look at some of Baltimore’s most prominent architecture and design firms, bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world application. Organized

QEM Network Co-Hosts Impactful Federal Grant Proposal Workshop, Empowers Campus Researchers to Seek Federal Grant Opportunities

Courtesy of Hampton University The collection of 101-accredited historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) nationwide are not only pillars of higher education but also engines of economic and social progress. Together, HBCUs contribute nearly $15 billion annually to the U.S. economy and produce 17 percent of all bachelor’s degrees earned by Black students, despite representing only three percent of colleges and universities, according to the United Negro College Fund (UNCF). HBCUs, like Hampton University, cultivate graduates who account for 40 percent of Black engineers, 50 percent of Black lawyers, and 80 percent of Black judges, driving innovation and equity across

Morgan Physics and Engineering Physics Chair Receives National Honors For Work in Diversity and Inclusion

Courtesy of Morgan State University Considerable progress has been made in diversifying STEM fields, with more Black and brown aspiring scientists earning bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees today than in previous decades. However, recent data indicate that achieving equity in these fields remains a “work in progress.” Among those leading the charge—and doing the work— to stem this great divide is Willie S. Rockward, Ph.D., chair and professor of Physics and Engineering Physics at Morgan. During his 30-year career as a professional in academia and government, the HBCU graduate has developed expertise in fields ranging from nanolithography and terahertz imaging to extreme ultraviolet laser

MSM Celebrates 50 Years of Shaping the Future of Health Equity

Courtesy of Morehouse School of Medicine Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM), a private historically Black medical school and one of the nation’s leading educators of primary care physicians, launches a year-long celebration marking five decades of advancing health equity. “From our founding in 1975 as a two-year medical education program to the world-renowned institution that we are today, Morehouse School of Medicine has played a pivotal role in reshaping health care, education and research,” said MSM President and CEO Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, FACOG. “As we celebrate the impact that MSM has made locally, nationally and globally over the past

Improving STEM Equity With Helpful Syllabus Content

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By Ashley Mowreader A course syllabus serves as a road map for navigating the upcoming term and content that will be covered, but researchers believe it could support students’ self-directed learning as well. A November study published in the Journal of Research in Science Teaching, authored by a team of faculty from Auburn University and the University of Alabama at Birmingham, shows few introductory biology syllabi engage students in effective study habits or encourage help-seeking behaviors, instead favoring content. The research highlights opportunities to address the hidden curriculum of higher education and support success for historically marginalized students. What’s the need: Some college students

Hundreds of High School Juniors and Seniors Expected for TSU Spring Preview Day on April 12

By Emmanuel Freeman Tennessee State University is set to welcome hundreds of high school juniors and seniors, along with their families from across the nation, for the highly anticipated Spring Preview Day on April 12. This premier open house event showcases TSU’s programs, campus life, and community to prospective students. The festivities will begin at 9 a.m. at the Gentry Center Complex on the main campus. Registration is now open. “We warmly invite prospective students and their families to explore the exciting opportunities at TSU during Spring Preview Day,” says Dr. Portia Johnson, Executive Director of Recruitment and Campus Visits.

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