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A New Study Will Examine a System Alignment Approach to Eliminate Homelessness Experienced by Fathers in Atlanta

Courtesy of Morehouse School of Medicine Systems for Action, a national program office of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, is engaging The Morehouse School of Medicine Prevention Research Center and Redemption & Advancement Alliance, Inc. in a one-year, $100,000 study, Research to Understand Systems for Housing (RUSH), to examine the feasibility and acceptability of an adapted system alignment approach with medical, public health, and social service partners to better serve fathers experiencing homelessness in Atlanta. Morehouse School of Medicine Assistant Professor, Latrice Rollins, PhD, MSW, and Thomas Cotton, Founder and CEO of Redemption & Advancement Alliance, Inc., are leading this

Lincoln University of Missouri Granted 10-Year Reaccreditation by the Higher Learning Commission

Courtesy of Lincoln University of Missouri Lincoln University of Missouri has achieved 10-year reaccreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The HLC, one of the leading accrediting bodies in the United States, has recognized Lincoln for its continued dedication to maintaining high educational standards and ensuring student success. The final report from the HLC found the University met all criteria for accreditation, reaffirming its accredited status until 2032-2033. HLC accreditation signifies that an institution meets or exceeds rigorous standards of quality and integrity in its educational programs and services. “We are grateful to the Higher Learning Commission and its Institutional Actions Council for

TSU To Mark Historic Milestone As First HBCU To Introduce Collegiate Ice Hockey

By Nick Guerriero Tennessee State University is set to make history by becoming the first historically black college or university (HBCU) to offer men’s ice hockey at the collegiate level. TSU will make this groundbreaking announcement at Bridgestone Arena prior to the 2023 NHL Draft on Wednesday, June 28, 2023. The addition of ice hockey highlights the University’s dedication to fostering diversity, inclusion, and expanding athletic opportunities for students. “Bringing ice hockey to Tennessee State University is a part of our continued commitment to provide our students with new opportunities and to broaden new interests in areas where they have

Coppin State University Center for Strategic Entrepreneurship Launches Youth Entrepreneurship Research Project

By Robyne McCullough Coppin State University is launching a new research project focused on fostering and improving conditions for youth entrepreneurship in Baltimore. The Excellence in Entrepreneurial Learning (EXCEL) Research Project, announced during the 2023 Economic Inclusion Conference at Coppin, will examine current entrepreneurship training programs for youth and young adults between the ages of 16 and 29. Coppin State University is the home of the Center for Strategic Entrepreneurship (CSE), which is housed in the Coppin State University College of Business and seeks to provide resources and dynamic solutions that propel future developments in business that drive economic growth and

Gadsen State Community College’s Echocardiography certificate increases employability, job security for working sonographers

 The Echocardiography Certificate Program at Gadsden State Community College gives working sonographers the opportunity to build on their current skills and add a modality to their resume. Shirley Gray is one of those sonographers who took advantage of the unique health science program. “It is very important to me to continually gain knowledge that will benefit my career as well as the patients I serve,” she said. “You can never learn too much.” Gray started her career in 2005 after completing the Radiography Program at Jefferson State Community College. She worked as an x-ray technician for the University of Alabama

MVSU Communications & Marketing team win nine CPRAM awards

Courtesy of Mississippi Valley State University Mississippi Valley State University’s Office of Communications and Marketing team members won nine awards during the College Public Relations Association of Mississippi’s (CPRAM’s) Awards Ceremony held during the group’s annual conference. Additionally, Maxie has been chosen to serve on the 2023-24 CPRAM Board as a four-year college representative. The 2023 CPRAM Conference and Awards Ceremony was held for three days in Oxford, Miss. The CPRAM is a consortium of public relations professionals employed at Mississippi’s public and private colleges, universities, and affiliated education agencies. MVSU competed in the senior division, which includes all the

Utica Campus Broadcasting Department takes lead at MAB Awards

By Rhonda Dunaway The Hinds Community College Utica Campus Radio and Television Production and Broadcast Technology Department and their television broadcast station WHUC News 7 won many awards again this year at the Mississippi Excellence in Broadcasting Award Winners-Collegiate Division 2023. The program is based at Hinds’ Utica Campus, designated as an HBCU (Historically Black College and University.) Winning first place for the Television Videographer award was Devin Anderson of Byram, for “Introduction to the Hinds Bulldogs Basketball Team 2022-2023.” Also taking first place for Television General Excellence was WHUC News 7, which included broadcasting students Harmony Porter of Ridgeland, Devin Varnado

Savannah State University Welcomes Telfair Museums’ Friends of African American Arts Exhibit

Courtesy of Savannah State University Savannah State University’s Visual and Performing Arts program is showcasing a new group exhibition by Telfair Museums’ Friends of African American Arts (FAAA) with Guest Curator and local Savannah artist, Betsy Cain. As part of the Savannah Black Heritage Festival, the exhibition will run Thursday, Feb. 23 through Monday, May 30 in the Kennedy Fine Arts Gallery, located in the Kennedy Fine Arts Building, 3219 College St. An opening reception will be held on Thursday, Feb. 23 at 5:30 p.m. “We are delighted to host the many talented FAAA artists to exhibit on campus once

Women’s Foundation of Mississippi on track to support nursing and healthcare hopefuls

By Melody Dixon Coahoma Community College is one of seven Mississippi colleges recently awarded grant funds given by The Women’s Foundation of Mississippi to support students pursuing nursing and healthcare-related studies. Through a two-year $654,500 grant from the Bower Foundation, the Women’s Foundation of Mississippi will get to build on efforts already in place at post-secondary institutions in Mississippi. In the first year of the grant, $280,000, or 42 percent, of total grant funds will be portioned off to the ‘Graduating a Healthcare Workforce’ project at a select number of colleges in the state, including Alcorn State University, Hinds Community

UMES named one of Money’s Best Colleges in America

Courtesy of University of Maryland Eastern Shore The University of Maryland Eastern Shore was named one of the Best Colleges in America in 2023 by the personal finance brand and website Money.com. UMES received a three-star rating based on available statistical information weighted into three categories – quality of education, affordability, and graduate outcomes. The rankings ranged from two-and-a-half stars to five stars. “It’s gratifying to have a highly respected publication like Money Magazine recognize UMES as one of the Best Colleges in America,” said UMES President, Heidi M. Anderson. “For too long, we’ve been a well-kept secret. That’s changing now as

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