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JSU student organizations observe Constitution Day with local and state elected officials and candidates

By Anthony Howard Jackson State University’s student organizations are observing Constitution Day by launching the JSU Votes Civic Engagement Initiative. On September 19, JSU Votes and student chapter of the NAACP hosted two events, Politics on the Plaza and Meet the Candidates. Politics on the Plaza provided local and state candidates time to speak to the public and encourage them to vote. A host of candidates and elected officials spoke at the plaza telling students about the importance of registering to vote and exercising their voting rights in the November election. “How many of you think Mississippi is headed in

TSU Welcomes First African American Female Crew Member of Air Force One

By Angel Higgins Senior Master Sergeant Wanda Joell visited the TSU as a part of an Academic Lecture Series Tennessee State University had the pleasure of welcoming Senior Master Sergeant Wanda Joell as guest speaker for the “Dreams In Flight” Academic Workshop. Sergeant Joell is the first African American female to serve as a permanent Presidential crew member aboard Air Force One. Her visit to campus was a part of the John Merritt Classic 25th Anniversary Celebration. Students were able to ask Sergeant Joell questions about her time in the Air Force and being a part of Air Force One,

“We Can’t Go Back”: Health Leaders Discuss Future of Care After Pandemic

By Helena Oliviero, Ariel Hart, and Donovan J. Thomas, As healthcare providers are assessing the fallout from the pandemic, public health experts gathered in Atlanta Thursday to discuss the challenges they face: the shortage of doctors and nurses; the need for better outreach to marginalized communities; and the cost of charity care. The Health Connect South conference drew about 1,200 participants, including doctors, researchers, and students, to network and share ideas. Everything from inspiring more young people to pursue a career in medicine to thinking outside the box to improve the health of Georgians was on the agenda. Dr. Mandy

UAPB Students Learn Ways to Enhance Nutrition Education in Washington

Written by University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Six University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) students recently participated in the annual Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior (SNEB) conference in Washington, D.C., according to Dr. Suzzette Goldmon, assistant professor in UAPB’s Department of Human Sciences. There, they learned ways to empower communities through nutrition education and the transformation of food systems. The students chosen to participate in the conference are part of UAPB’s “Food Positive” project, which aims to meet the nutritional needs of vulnerable and disadvantaged communities in southeast Arkansas. Student participants included Wilburforce Twinamatsiko, graduate student of

Leaving a Legacy: Demetria and Cory McCray Launch Endowment to Support Education Majors

Courtesy of Coppin State University Demetria McCray (‘05) made the choice to become an educator when she was in the third grade at Bernard Harris Elementary School in East Baltimore. She was inspired by her third-grade teacher, May (Mae) Williams, who invested time and energy in young Demetria that allowed her to see her own potential and purpose. “We had a relationship outside of school that my mom really supported and I loved that,” she explained. “I wanted to be that for somebody else.” When the time came to apply to college and pursue her dream of becoming an educator, finances

Xavier Welcomes New African American and African Diasporic Cultural Studies Program

Courtesy of Xavier University of Louisiana Xavier University of Louisiana was built on a foundation of educating those from underrepresented communities. Since its inception, the university has catered to those from diverse backgrounds, especially when higher education was generally inaccessible to minority communities. Now approaching a historic centennial, celebrating its last 100 years of service and looking forward to 100 more, Xavier University of Louisiana is adding a program to its roster that will help illustrate the cultural conditions that led to its establishment with the launch of its African American and African Diasporic Cultural Studies Program (AAADCS). The new

JSU College of Business students intern among first cohort of S&P Global HBCU initiative

By Anthony Howard Jackson State University College of Business (COB) students traveled to Manhattan, New York, to intern with S&P Global over the summer. Deidra Eure, a business administration doctoral student, Japhiah Watkins, a senior marketing major, and Alethia Chatfield, a senior accounting and entrepreneurship major,were among the company’s first cohort in the company’s new HBCU initiative. Students from several HBCUs participated in the 10-week internship from June 5 until August 11. The students got to experience what it is like to work in the corporate office of a Fortune 500 company. Eure worked in the corporate advocacy division and served

Morris Brown College Selects New Provost and Senior Vice President For Academic Affairs

Courtesy of Morris Brown College After an extensive nationwide search, Morris Brown College (MBC) proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Toneyce Randolph as its new Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs. Expressing his enthusiasm for this significant development, Dr. Kevin James, President of Morris Brown College, said, “As we navigate through a transformative phase known as THE HARD RESET, we are elated to welcome Dr. Randolph to our team. Her extensive leadership experience within historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), particularly in the realms of accreditation, student advancement, governance, financial stability, and academic affairs, makes her an exceptional

Philander Smith University Welcomes Earl Graham, Jr. as New Chair of the Department of Philosophy and Religion

Courtesy of Philander Smith University Philander Smith University (PSU) is proud to announce the appointment of Pastor Earl Graham, Jr. as the new Chair of the Department of Philosophy and Religion. With a rich background in education, ministry, and community engagement, Mr. Graham, Jr. brings a wealth of experience and dedication to his new role within the PSU community. A native of Little Rock, Arkansas, Pastor Earl Graham, Jr.’s educational journey began at J.A. Fair High School, and he has since achieved significant academic milestones. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Leadership & Ministry from Central Baptist College

TSU’s Second Largest Class In History Takes Oath To Succeed During Freshman Convocation

By Emmanuel Freeman Tennessee State University’s Class of 2027 reached an important milestone, as the institution formally welcomed the students at the annual Freshman Convocation held in Kean Hall on Sept. 18. The ceremony celebrated the arrival of the 1,784 first-time freshmen, who comprise the second-largest freshman class in the University’s history. They also have a collective grade point average of 3.4, an indication of their impressive academic prowess. TSU President Glenda Glover, school administrators, academic deans, and members of the Student Government Association, were all present to induct the new Tigers into the TSU community. President Glover greeted the new

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