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Patti LaBelle to take center stage in celebration of scholarship and philanthropy at Tougaloo College Two Rivers Black-Tie Gala

 Courtesy of Tougaloo College Tougaloo College will celebrate nearly two decades of scholarship and philanthropy through its annual star-studded event, the Two Rivers Black-Tie Gala. The event, now in its 18th year, benefits the institution’s student scholarship fund and celebrates the philanthropic contributions to the school. The night will also feature dynamic performances by several local performers. Patti LaBelle, affectionately known as the “Godmother of Soul” will headline the gala. The event will kicked off at 7 p.m. CST on Friday, May 5 at Jackson Convention Complex. It is named for the physical location of the college – Tougaloo, a

TSU Alumni Provide Scholarships For Engineering Students

By Alexis Clark Former Tennessee State University graduates are paying it forward for the next generation of engineers. The TSU Engineering Alumni Association (TSUEAA) has awarded academic scholarships to 12 talented undergraduate and graduate students. The College of Engineering Alumni Scholarship Endowment (ASE) is twofold, the investment not only relieves a financial burden, but also ensures that current students achieve their overall goal of graduating. Warona Mdlulwa, who is a junior studying engineering, said she is grateful to be an ASE recipient. “Receiving the TSU Engineering Alumni Association Scholarship has not only lightened my financial burden but has also provided me with renewed

Lincoln University of Missouri Receives $10 Million in USDA Funding to Address Diversity in Agricultural Workforce Shortage for a Sustainable Future

Courtesy of Lincoln University of Missouri Lincoln University of Missouri has been awarded $10 million in funding to help address the substantial workforce shortages in food, agriculture, and natural resources sectors projected for the near future. Supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture’s (NIFA) “From Learning to Leading: Cultivating the Next Generation of Diverse Food and Agriculture Professionals Program” (NextGen), Lincoln is one of 33 higher education programs receiving a total of $262.5 million investment to foster the next generation of diverse agricultural professionals across the nation. This program is funded by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, which aims

Lisa Crooms-Robinson Named Interim Dean of Howard University School of Law

Written By Howard University Newsroom Staff Howard University is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa A. Crooms-Robinson, J.D., as interim dean of the Howard University School of Law. Crooms-Robinson is an internationally respected expert on constitutional law and human rights and has served as a faculty member of the School of Law since 1993. She will report to Anthony Wutoh, PhD, RPh, provost and chief academic officer. Crooms-Robinson is an alumna of Howard University, earning a bachelor’s degree in economics in 1984 prior to completing her J.D. at the University of Michigan Law School in 1991. Since joining Howard Law’s faculty

What do independence and freedom mean to black college students?

By Kyla Wright The Fourth of July has come and gone, but conversations about freedom and independence don’t get old … especially among black college students. Webster’s Dictionary says freedom is the power to act without restraint, while it defines independence as not requiring or relying on others. How do students feel about the two? America’s birthday seems to be inextricably tied with fireworks, barbecues and feuds over its significance. Some students simply describe the federal holiday as a day off work. Others joined Chance the Rapper in calling it Malia Obama Day. When asked about music that inspired or made

Alcorn State receives $50,000 grant and $1 million endowment gift from Bernard Osher Foundation

Courtesy of Alcorn State University The Bernard Osher Foundation recently awarded Alcorn State University a $50,000 grant and $1,000,000 endowment gift to support the Osher Reentry Scholarship Program. The funding will support reentry to the university for individuals between 25 – 50 years old and expand scholarship offerings from 10 to 20 per year. “We are appreciative to the Bernard Osher Foundation for its generous gift to Alcorn State,” said Dr. Ontario Wooden, interim president. “We were founded on the principle of providing access to the underserved. This gift will allow us open doors of educational opportunity to students who

Coahoma continues disinction as the most affordable HBCU in the Nation

Courtesy of Coahoma Community College Coahoma Community College was named as the most affordable HBCU in the Nation. The company examined tuition and fee data from the 2020-21 school year in order to rank the most affordable public and private historically black colleges and universities in the United States. Today, there are over 100 HBCUs across the U.S. granting degrees to students of all racial and ethnic backgrounds. Coahoma Community College President Dr. Valmadge T. Towner is pleased with these findings and hopes the results reap continued growth. “We are proud of the deliberate actions that we take to offer

A New Study Will Examine a System Alignment Approach to Eliminate Homelessness Experienced by Fathers in Atlanta

Courtesy of Morehouse School of Medicine Systems for Action, a national program office of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, is engaging The Morehouse School of Medicine Prevention Research Center and Redemption & Advancement Alliance, Inc. in a one-year, $100,000 study, Research to Understand Systems for Housing (RUSH), to examine the feasibility and acceptability of an adapted system alignment approach with medical, public health, and social service partners to better serve fathers experiencing homelessness in Atlanta. Morehouse School of Medicine Assistant Professor, Latrice Rollins, PhD, MSW, and Thomas Cotton, Founder and CEO of Redemption & Advancement Alliance, Inc., are leading this

Lincoln University of Missouri Granted 10-Year Reaccreditation by the Higher Learning Commission

Courtesy of Lincoln University of Missouri Lincoln University of Missouri has achieved 10-year reaccreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The HLC, one of the leading accrediting bodies in the United States, has recognized Lincoln for its continued dedication to maintaining high educational standards and ensuring student success. The final report from the HLC found the University met all criteria for accreditation, reaffirming its accredited status until 2032-2033. HLC accreditation signifies that an institution meets or exceeds rigorous standards of quality and integrity in its educational programs and services. “We are grateful to the Higher Learning Commission and its Institutional Actions Council for

TSU To Mark Historic Milestone As First HBCU To Introduce Collegiate Ice Hockey

By Nick Guerriero Tennessee State University is set to make history by becoming the first historically black college or university (HBCU) to offer men’s ice hockey at the collegiate level. TSU will make this groundbreaking announcement at Bridgestone Arena prior to the 2023 NHL Draft on Wednesday, June 28, 2023. The addition of ice hockey highlights the University’s dedication to fostering diversity, inclusion, and expanding athletic opportunities for students. “Bringing ice hockey to Tennessee State University is a part of our continued commitment to provide our students with new opportunities and to broaden new interests in areas where they have

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