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Meharry Medical College and the University of Pennsylvania Establish Joint MD/PhD Program

Courtesy of Meharry Medical College Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, one of four historically Black medical schools in the United States, has recently established a joint M.D./Ph.D. program with the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton Health Care Management Department. The initiative allows a student to simultaneously pursue a medical degree from Meharry and a Ph.D. in health care management at the Wharton School, the country’s top-ranked business school according to U.S. News. Cynthia Chude, a third-year medical student at Meharry, has been named the inaugural Escarce-Kingston Scholar. She will take a leave of absence from her current studies to complete a

Texas Southern University Launches New Fellowship Program for Educational Policy Development

Courtesy of Texas Southern University Texas Southern University, a historically Black institution in Houston, has recently launched the Education Leadership Fellowship program. Established by the board of regents to cultivate the next generation of educational leaders, the fellowship will provide recent college graduates with the opportunity to engage in policy development and strategic initiatives at Texas Southern University. As part of their fellowship, participants will assist the HBCU with special projects and conduct research on emerging issues in education policy. “Our board of regents is laser-focused on delivering education that meets the needs of students and employers, so that our

Great-grandson of founder gives back to HBCU with $2 million gift

Courtesy of Stillman College  Stillman College announced a transformative $2 million gift to its endowment from Dr. Charles M. Stillman, the great-grandson of the HBCU founder, Reverend Charles Allen Stillman. This generous contribution marks a significant milestone in the college’s mission to ensure its long-term sustainability and to continue fostering excellence in education for generations to come. The gift, which was presented as part of the Alabama Power Community Giving Reception, highlights the collaborative spirit of philanthropy and community investment in Stillman College’s future. By contributing to the endowment, Dr. Stillman and his wife, Susan, are helping to secure the institution’s

Morehouse’s MIEC Marks 20 Years with Building Black Business Report

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By Ashley Brown The Morehouse Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center celebrated its 20th anniversary on Dec. 11, 2024, with a special awards ceremony at Morehouse College, unveiling the significant “Building Black Business 2024” report. This comprehensive document examines the systemic barriers that Black businesses face while offering strategic solutions to enhance access to capital, technical assistance, and ecosystem support. Over the past two decades, the MIEC has established itself as a leader in fostering Black entrepreneurship and as a model for collaboration between higher education and industry. The center’s recent report highlights the challenges and pathways to success for over 3.5 million Black-owned businesses in

Howard And NCCU Football Brawl Results In A Coach And 36 Players Suspended

By Kyra Alessandrini A coach and 36 players were suspended after a brawl erupted on the football field following a Friday game between Howard University and North Carolina Central University. According to ABC11, NCCU had 19 players and an assistant coach suspended, while Howard had 17 players suspended. No names were released. “The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference has a zero-tolerance policy for fighting, as it directly violates the values of sportsmanship, respect, and integrity that define our Conference,” MEAC Commissioner Sonja Stills said in a press release on Monday evening. “We are committed to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all student-athletes, coaches, and fans. Any actions

Can This HBCU in NC Really Payback the High-interest Loan They Just Received?

By Angela Johnson A North Carolina HBCU just received a multi-million dollar loan that will help it keep its doors open. But some are concerned that the help, while needed, comes at much too high a cost. Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) in Raleigh, North Carolina, has struggled with financial issues in recent years. But recently, they have taken some bold steps to get back on track. In November, the school announced it had cut 50 percent of its workforce in an effort to move towards “financial stability.” They’ve also turned to banks and venture capital firms for help. Before the start

Kentucky State University Creates a New Pathway to Bachelor’s Degrees for Local Nurses

Courtesy of Kentucky State University Kentucky State University, a historically Black institution in Frankfort, has recently partnered with Elizabethtown Community and Technical College to advance nursing education in Kentucky. Students who graduate from ECTC’s nursing program now have the opportunity to pursue a bachelor of nursing degree from Kentucky State University through the ECTC-2-KSU Pathway Scholarship. The program will provide a tuition-free bachelor’s degree education to students eligible for a federal Pell grant. Participating students will enroll at Kentucky State University and receive services on the ECTC campus, providing them access to the community college’s nursing labs and student resources.

Pair of HBCUs Join Patent and Trademark Resource Centers Network

By Ashley Brown In a significant development for intellectual property access in underserved areas, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has officially designated Tuskegee University and the University of the Virgin Islands as Patent and Trademark Resource Centers. This brings the total number of PTRCs across the nation and its territories to 100. These institutions are now among seven Historically Black Colleges and Universities to hold this designation. PTRCs play a vital role in fostering innovation by providing free resources and assistance to inventors, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. Each year, they help thousands navigate the complexities of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and

TSU Awarded $1 Million from HUD to address Metro Nashville Housing Challenges

By Kelli Sharpe Tennessee State University research could hold the key to affordable housing and other housing challenges facing families in Metro Nashville. TSU’s College of Public Service received a $1 million grant award from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to establish a Center of Excellence – Urban and Community Research Center (UCRC). HUD made the grant award official with a check presentation to Interim Provost Dr. Robbie Melton, during a housing roundtable hosted by TSU for Nashville’s HBCUs. Through the newly established research center, the university will study the impact of displacement and relocation from

Hampton University Launches Initiative to Transform Financial Literacy and Empower Generational Wealth

Courtesy of Hampton University In an ambitious effort to bolster financial literacy and investment opportunities, Hampton University is proud to announce the expansion of its groundbreaking Hampton Investment Program in collaboration with Stackwell, a pioneering fintech platform focused on narrowing the racial wealth gap. Originally launched in 2022 for first-year students, the program has now broadened its reach to support students across all class years and the wider Hampton community, including faculty, staff, alumni, and parents. Building on the success of the initial pilot phase, which provided foundational investment education to freshmen, the revamped program aims to equip up to 500 Hampton

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