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How Maryland colleges are adapting to artificial intelligence

By Ellie Wolfe When Hal Daume started studying artificial intelligence 25 years ago, it was “this weird little academic subdiscipline that no one had heard of.” But now it appears that higher education, and the world, may finally be taking notice. Daume, a computer science professor at the University of Maryland, now serves as the inaugural director of the new Artificial Intelligence Interdisciplinary Institute at Maryland, which launched May 2024. That means the questions Daume has spent most of his academic career asking are finally being addressed in academia. The state’s flagship university isn’t alone in trying to answer that

USAID Taps TSU to Lead AI Advancements in Semiconductors

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By Emmanuel Freeman Tennessee State University, recognized as a leading technology and innovation hub, has been selected by the U.S. Agency for International Development to spearhead advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), specifically in the semiconductor sector. The SMART ‘AI for ALL’ Research and Training Center at TSU and International Programs will play a crucial role in shaping future AI technologies and driving innovation within this essential field. Dr. Robbie Melton, TSU’s Vice President for Technology and Innovations and leader of the SMART Center, expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership. “We are thrilled to embark on this innovative journey with USAID,” Melton

UCLA Teams Up With Morgan State University in a Student Exchange Program

Courtesy of Morgan State University The University of California, Los Angeles has entered into a partnership agreement with Morgan State University, a historically Black educational institution in Baltimore. The program will primarily be carried out through an exchange student opportunity between the two locations – something that will benefit students at both schools. The UCLA-MSU collaboration is part of the UC-HBCU Initiative, a statewide program designed to address the underrepresentation of African American students in graduate studies through partnerships and research opportunities. Roger Wakimoto, UCLA’s vice chancellor for research and creative activities, stated that “I’ve always been strongly supportive of

TSU to Host Fulbright Hubert H. Humphrey Fellows Enhancement Workshop

By Emmanuel Freeman Tennessee State University, a Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leader for the past four years, has been chosen to host an Enhancement Workshop for Hubert H. Humphrey Fellows. This esteemed Fulbright program aims to tackle essential issues aligned with U.S. foreign policy priorities. Scheduled for February 17-21, 2025, the workshop will center on the theme “Inclusive Leadership Development and Equitable Policy Formulation.” The selection by the Institute of International Education (IIE) in collaboration with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs marks a significant opportunity for TSU to engage with a diverse, international group of

Howard University Cinema Legends Honored with NAACP Image Nominations

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By Sholnn Z. Freeman The nominations for the 56th NAACP Image Awards have been announced, spotlighting two celebrated Howard University alumnae, Taraji P. Henson and Lynn Whitfield, a third-generation Howard graduate. Both actresses graduated from what is now Howard University’s Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts and say Howard inspired the positive representation of Black women they bring to their roles. The NAACP Image Awards’ mission to honor outstanding achievements and performances of people of color in arts, entertainment, and culture. Whitfield (BFA `75) is a double-nominee this yer. She in contention for “Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture” for her performance in Albany Road. In the film,

Virginia State University’s Azurest South Designated as National Historic Landmark

Courtesy of Virginia State University Virginia State University is celebrating a momentous achievement. Its Alumni House, Azurest South, has been designated one of the nation’s newest National Historic Landmarks. U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced the designation, which recognizes 19 new NHL designations for their historical and architectural significance. “This is a proud moment for Virginia State University and one of its most cherished landmarks,” said Franklin Johnson-Norwood, VSU’s executive director of alumni engagement and advancement services. “This designation underscores Azurest South’s enduring significance in American architectural history.” An Amaza Lee Meredith Construction Constructed in 1939 by VSU alumna Amaza

Jimmy Carter Delivered a Positive Message About Hospice Care at Morehouse School of Medicine

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By Shelia Poole and Ariel Hart Hospice advocates said the end-of-life journey of former President Jimmy Carter was a “powerful” message to terminally ill patients and their families about the benefits of hospice care. Carter, the nation’s 39th president, died December 29 at his home in Plains, Georgia, after being in home hospice care for 22 months. “It’s pretty remarkable that he got to celebrate his 100th birthday, he got to vote and, as I understand, it was important to him that he was able to do these things with the support of hospice,” said Dr. Vicki Jackson, president of

Fewer college students and ultimately fewer graduates

By Jon Marcus Pickup trucks with trailers and cars with yawning trunks pulled up onto untended lawns in front of buildings from which people lugged books, furniture, mattresses, trophy cases and artwork. Anything else of value had already been sold by a company that specializes in auctioning off the leftover assets of failed businesses. At least one of the buildings was soon to be demolished altogether, its red-brick walls dumped into its 1921 foundation. This was the unceremonious end of Iowa Wesleyan University, a 181-year-old institution that closed in 2023 after financial losses due in part to discounts it gave

Howard AVP Is First Woman of Color Named President of National Association of College Auxiliary Services

Written by Howard Newstaff LaNiece Tyree, MPA, CASP, Howard’s assistant vice president for Auxiliary Enterprises, was recently elected president of the National Association of College Auxiliary Services (NACAS), making her both the first woman of color and the first HBCU leader in the role. College auxiliary services are the operations within a college that enhance the learning and living environment, such as dining, housing, and transportation services as well as the campus bookstore. These often operate in partnership with an outside company who is responsible for day-to-day functions and may generate significant revenue for the college. Elected on October 29 during the C3X Annual

Hampton University Receives Industry Support to Expand the Hampton Investment Program

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Courtesy of Hampton University In 2022, Hampton University, a historically Black university in Virginia, partnered with Stackwell, a Black-owned financial technology company, to create the Hampton Investment Program. After two years of a successful partnership, Hampton University and Stackwell have recently announced plans to expand their program, offering new investment opportunities for both students and the local Hampton community. The Hampton Investment Program was founded to promote financial literacy among diverse Americans. Participating students are provided with a free investment account, as well as educational opportunities to learn about financial well-being and how to build generational wealth. For the past

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