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BIONIC Initiative Creates New Micro-Internship Model to Build the Workforce of Tomorrow

Courtesy of Bowie State University Bowie State University (BSU) in collaboration with The Maryland Center at Bowie State University, Chaminade University and TDX International, LLC (TDXi), an Alaska Native 8 (a) small business subsidiary of TDX Corporation have introduced a Phase II Research and Development (R&D) micro-internship model initiative designed to mitigate misinformation and disinformation that can negatively impact U.S. National Security and the lives of U.S. citizens. The initiative brings together an internship cohort that includes BSU, Chaminade University, University of Hawaii, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Oahu, Hawaii citizens. Bowie State’s Influence Operations National Innovation Center (BIONIC) was introduced last

West Virginia State Hosting Health Expo, Out of The Darkness Walk

Courtesy of West Virginia State University West Virginia State University’s (WVSU) Counseling and Wellness Services and Department of Health and Human Performance is sponsoring a Health Expo and Out of the Darkness Walk Suicide Prevention Walk on Thursday, April 27. The Health Expo is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. inside the James C. Wilson University Union. The Out of the Darkness Walk is at 12:30 p.m. The Health Expo will consist of health presentations, a vertical leap station, fitness testing, mental health screenings, and Naloxone training. and more than 30 community agencies and wellness information tables. Some organizations represented

UVI 13D Research & Strategy Innovation Center Hosts Highly Anticipated Grand Opening

Courtesy of University of the Virgin Islands The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) held the grand opening of its 13D Research and Strategy Innovation Center today on the Orville E. Kean Campus on St. Thomas. Named after long-time philanthropic supporter 13D Research and Strategy, a St. Thomas-based global research firm, the 18,000-square foot center is designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. The Innovation Center will serve as a hub for students, entrepreneurs, startups, researchers and businesses, providing them with the resources and support they need to turn their ideas into reality. “The idea and vision behind UVI’s 13D Research and

Morehouse Healthcare’s Casey Flowers Wants to Lower Obesity Rate for People of Color

By Tonya Layman, Lauren “Casey” Flowers knew at a young age she wanted to work in health care. But during her first rotation of medical training, the sight of blood made her pass out. “It was not a good look,” she joked. But that turned out to be a blessing in disguise. It led her to concentrate on a career innutrition where she believed a young Black woman could make her mark. Only about 3% of dietitians are Black and African Americans have higher obesity rates compared to other demographic groups in the United States. Flowers, 34, is a registered

PVAMU Alumnus Dr. Reginald T. Braggs appointed Dean of Students, Assistant Vice President for Student Life

Courtesy of Prairie View A&M University As a result of a successful search, I am pleased to inform you that Dr. Reginald T. Braggs has been appointed Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students. As an alumnus of Prairie View A&M University, Dr. Braggs has served in various higher education, K-12, and military capacities domestically and internationally in New York, Nigeria, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain. He started his journey at Prairie View A&M University as an Assistant Professor, Unit Recruiter, and Student Advisor for the Naval ROTC, and most recently served as the Director of Central NY Partnerships and

VSU Professor Travels To Ghana To Teach After Being Selected As A Fulbright Scholar

Courtesy of Virginia State University Virginia State University is pleased to announce that VSU professor Dr. Karl Jackson has been named a Fulbright Scholar. Dr. Jackson received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award from the U. S. Department of State to travel to Ghana for the 2023-2024 academic year. Dr. Jackson, an associate professor of Chemistry and VSU alumnus, will teach a new course on metal-organic frameworks and engage in research with collaborators at the University of Ghana on the synthesis and characterization of metal-organic frameworks for applications of water purification. Dr. Jackson is among a select few U.S. citizens who will teach or

Gov. Kemp Announces 77 Appointments to State Boards, Authorities, and Commissions

Courtesy of Morehouse School of Medicine Kitty Carter-Wicker currently serves as Medical Director for the Atlanta University Center Consortium Student Health and Wellness Center. After completing her residency in family medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine, she joined the Maternal Child Health team there. During her tenure at the School of Medicine, she served as the Family Medicine Clerkship Director, Medical Director for the Clinical Skills Center and the Clinical Skills Scholar for the family medicine clerkship, Co-Principal Investigator on several training grants, and a member of various committees. For 19 years, she also trained medical students in adolescent healthcare

NSU Hosts Wolf Trap Institute

Courtesy of Norfolk State University Norfolk State University hosted the Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts in the Dorothy B. Brothers Auditorium of the Student Center. Wolf Trap presented their free “Wolf Trap Arts Integration Symposium: Strengthening Social Emotional Development Through the Arts” for early childhood educators from Norfolk and the surrounding area. NSU President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston was on hand to personally welcome the attendees. Wolf Trap has worked with early childhood educators nationwide for over 35 years to help them use the arts to teach and inspire. First Lady of Virginia, Suzanne Youngkin, welcomed the

Archeological Field School to Give Students A Glimpse Into The Life of Historic Kanawha Valley Businessman Dr. John Hale

Courtesy of West Virginia State University An archeological field school will be offering students at West Virginia State University (WVSU) the opportunity to uncover more of the history surrounding the Hale House and the early salt industry at Malden.  The Hale House is the former home of one of the Kanawha Valley’s early business and political leaders, Dr. John Hale. Located at 4208 Malden Drive, the field school at the Hale House will offer students the opportunity to dig into the property surrounding the home to try and uncover evidence of other structures that may have been located there, as well

FAMU Hosted 40 Black Male College Explorers Participants

By Andrew Skerritt Florida A&M University hosted 40 students in the Black Male College Explorers AIM Higher Program on the Tallahassee campus June 11-23. While most participants came from Central and South Florida, students traveled from as far as Illinois, Indiana, and South Carolina. Participants also included students from FAMU DRS and other Big Bend schools, said Errol Wilson, assistant dean in the College of Education Black Male College Explorers Program. Wilson said that through the support of the University, The FAMU Foundation, and iHeart Media, the Program invited nearly three times as many student participants this summer. “We continue

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