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TSU’s Zakiya Hamza Receives Bluegrass Blueshield Scholarship

By Angel Higgins Tennessee State University senior ZaKiya Hamza is one step closer to achieving her dream of becoming a nurse practitioner.  The nursing major was recently awarded the BlueCross Power of We Scholarship. A video, two essays, and two recommendation letters later, Hamza joined five other students, from across the State, in receiving the $10,000 scholarship. “I was ecstatic when I found out and I’m very grateful for the BlueCross BlueShield Power of We Scholarship,” said Hamza. The BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation, in partnership with the National Association of Health Services Executives Memphis Chapter, honored six students for their

CARE at Xavier University of Louisiana

Courtesy of Xavier University of Louisiana For nearly 100 years, Xavier University of Louisiana has educated the next generation of leaders and agents of positive change by providing resources developed to uplift and elevate the students who walk its hallowed halls. One of these programs, CARE at Xavier University of Louisiana, is an integrated and holistic program focusing on first-year, first-generation students. The program provides targeted support for students during their first year of college. The program effectively incorporates the four pillars of Xavier University of Louisiana: Career Development, Academic Efficacy, Resilience, and Engagement by collaborating closely with campus departments

Virginia Union Faculty and Staff Come Together to Commit Nearly $10,000 to Support Educational Initiatives at University

Courtesy of Virginia Union University VUU faculty and staff came together to raise funds in support of student scholarships to help support the university’s mission to develop scholars, leaders and lifelong learners. “On behalf of the faculty and staff Philanthropy Committee I would like to thank those who participated in the “Jazzing for a Purpose” kick-off faculty and staff giving event,” said Joseph Brooks Assistant Vice President of Institutional Advancement. “I want to give a special shout-out to the planning committee that organized this event Dr. Natalie Delbridge, Dr. Darius Beechaum, Dr. Sharonda Ragland, and Deborah Alston. I also want to recognize Mrs. Fayesha

Howard University Expands Its Partnership with IEI:Lead to Increase Learning Opportunities for Aspiring School District Leaders

By Brittany Bailer The Howard University School of Education is excited to collaborate with the Institute for Education Innovation (IEI) to drive greater equity in K-12 administration and build pathways toward leadership for educators. The IEI is a national school superintendent think tank working to ensure that empowered leaders have the influence, access, resources, and support to empower their students. Cohort participants will also be offered 55 continuing education hours as well as a certificate from Howard University by completing a practitioner-oriented capstone project. The capstone will challenge participants to combine what they learn throughout the programs with their professional experience to

VSU Partners With Amazon, To Offer Affordable Education

Courtesy of Virginia State University Virginia State University has announced that it has partnered with Amazon’s Career Choice program, which allows employees to further their education and advance their careers. The program offers prepaid tuition and reimbursement for books and fees to hourly employees at Amazon who wish to pursue coursework at VSU. “With an Amazon fulfillment center less than 10 miles from campus, the decision to partner with them was easy so those employees can attend VSU and be a part of something greater,” said Rodney Hall, VSU Deputy Chief of Staff. “Our goal has always been to make

HBCUs are on alert as racially motivated attacks intensify across the country

NPR’s Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Morgan State University’s chief of police, Lance Hatcher, about the challenges facing HBCUs as racially motivated, domestic extremism intensifies in the U.S. Before killing three people at a Dollar General store in Jacksonville, Fla., last week, the gunman made a stop – Edward Waters University, an HBCU. Its president says students spotted him putting on gloves and an armored vest in a library parking lot. They went and got a security officer. A ZACHARY FAISON JR: Lieutenant Antonio Bailey – he then began to approach the individual who, by that time, was now seated in

Vice President Harris Launches Nationwide “Fight for Our Freedoms College Tour” to Mobilize Students and Young People in the Fight for Their Rights

Courtesy of Hampton University As students across the nation return to school, Vice President Kamala Harris will embark on a month-long college tour throughout America to mobilize young people in the ongoing fight for fundamental freedoms and rights. She is set to visit around a dozen campuses in at least seven states as she brings together thousands of students for high-energy, large-scale events. The Vice President’s flurry of “Fight for Our Freedoms College Tour” stops will focus on key issues that disproportionately impact young people across the country – from reproductive freedom and gun safety to climate action, voting rights,

Spelman College Welcomes Congresswoman Nikema Williams and NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy to Discuss Increasing Diversity in STEM

Written by Spelman College  On Thursday, August 31, Spelman College hosted Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05), and NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy for a roundtable discussion to address increasing the number of Black women entering the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Joining Congresswoman Williams and NASA Deputy Administrator Melroy on the panel were: Spelman College Provost Pamela E. Scott-Johnson, Ph.D.; Spelman Student Winter Jones; Spelman faculty members Na’Taki Jelks, Ph.D.; and Fatemeh Shafiei, Ph.D.; and Spelman Alumna Kaiya Murphy, Just Energy Associate with Partnership for Southern Equity. Spelman College Provost Pamela E. Scott-Johnson, Ph.D., said: “This is about

Texas Southern University Administration Clears Debt for Students with Outstanding Balances

Courtesy of Texas Southern University The administration of Texas Southern University (TSU) announced the balances owed to the university were forgiven for more than 2,000 students. More than 900 students who had begun registering for the fall 2023 semester are now able to continue their matriculation without financial holds. The University discharged outstanding balances for an additional 879, thus removing any financial barriers to their registration for the fall semester. The student debt was cancelled due to funding remaining from the federal Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF). The total investment into students was $2.3 million. “For many students from

Five Spelman College Students Awarded Spotify NextGen Scholarships

Courtesy of Spelman College Spelman College is proud to announce that Spotify, the global music and podcast streaming platform, has awarded scholarships to five Spelman students through its NextGen program. Rising sophomores Rokiyah Darbo, Taylor Mills, Ashley Rawls, Bailey Johnson, and Tellisa Massey were selected to receive a $10,000 scholarship annually for three years. Beyond financial support, they’ll also have the opportunity to become Spotify ambassadors. The NextGen Scholarship provides multi-year funding for first-year students pursuing audio media careers, including podcasting, storytelling, writing, sound engineering, and music. Full-time enrollment and a minimum GPA of 3.0 are also prerequisites. These scholarships

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