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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

TSU builds on reputation as a Leading Land-Grant university with $63 Million Investment

Courtesy of Tennessee State University Tennessee State University is proud to announce its continued commitment as a leading land-grant institution with plans to expand its physical footprint through the construction of two new College of Agriculture buildings. The Tennessee State Building Commission (SBC) has approved the design phase for a Food and Animal Science building and an Environmental Science building, with a total investment of $63 million and a combined square footage of 110,000. The upcoming project is a combination of federal and state funding to the university. The SBCs decision coincided with the first day on the job for

Alabama A&M University has secured a $63,000 Cochran Fellowship Grant from the United States Department of Agriculture

Courtesy of Alabama A&M University Alabama A&M University has secured a $63,000 Cochran Fellowship Grant from the United States Department of Agriculture, a remarkable step toward international agricultural collaboration. This funding will facilitate specialized training for veterinarians and agricultural professionals from Bosnia-Herzegovina to address critical challenges in their livestock sector. Six veterinarians from Bosnia-Herzegovina recently participated in a comprehensive two-week training program led by Felix U. Samuel, AAMU’s extension animal science specialist. The Cochran Fellowship Program aims to enhance global agricultural practices by providing short-term training opportunities to professionals from middle-income countries. Bosnia-Herzegovina’s livestock industry faces significant hurdles, including limited access to

Tennessee State University Requests Financial Intervention to Avoid $46 Million Deficit

Courtesy of Tennessee State University At a recent Tennessee State University board of trustees meeting, administrators informed board members that the university was heading towards a $46 million deficit by the end of the current academic year on June 30, 2025. The news follows an audit conducted earlier this year that alleged financial mismanagement by Tennessee State University leaders, resulting in the state replacing the HBCU’s entire board of trustees. In addition to leadership challenges, the university has remained historically underfunded. A state legislative committee previously found that Tennessee State is entitled to between $150 million and $544 million in

Inaugural HBCU AI Conference Set for 2025 at Huston-Tillotson

By Ashley Brown Registration is officially live for the inaugural HBCU AI Conference and Training Summit, which will take place from April 1 to 3, 2025, on the campus of Huston-Tillotson University. This landmark event aims to gather a diverse coalition of AI researchers, educators, students, and industry leaders to discuss and explore inclusive pathways in artificial intelligence. Designed specifically to empower students and faculty from Historically Black Colleges and Universities, community colleges, and leading tech organizations, the summit will host interactive workshops, networking opportunities, and AI discussions. The conference seeks to bridge the gap for underrepresented communities in the tech landscape while

Southern University at New Orleans Launches Groundbreaking Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science

Courtesy of Southern University at New Orleans Southern University at New Orleans has announced the launch of Louisiana’s inaugural bachelor’s degree in data science. This groundbreaking initiative is designed to equip students with essential skills for the booming field of data analysis. The innovative program aims to bridge the skills gap in various sectors, preparing graduates for high-demand careers that increasingly rely on data-driven decision-making. Chancellor James Ammons, Jr. expressed his enthusiasm about this historic milestone, stating, “This program will empower students with cutting-edge skills to excel and lead in any industry. It will serve as a transformative milestone for

Morgan State University’s Fall Commencement Spotlighted the Positive Power of Adversity and Embracing Purpose

Courtesy of Morgan State University Wise words and exemplars of purpose, adversity and growth illuminated Talmadge L. Hill Field House amidst a brisk and overcast day today at the 11th Fall Commencement Exercises of Morgan State University.  Glowing faces decorated the arena, and the warm spirit of unbridled joy filled the atmosphere as more than 450 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral candidates received degrees during the ceremony, beginning their next chapter as graduates of Maryland’s Preeminent Public Urban Research University, the third-largest historically Black institution in the nation. Ed Gainey, mayor of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and a member of Morgan’s Class of

Howard AVP Becomes First Woman of Color to Be Named President of National College Business Association

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Courtesy of Howard University Assistant Vice President for Auxiliary Enterprises LaNiece Tyree, MPA, CASP, was recently elected president of the National Association of College Auxiliary Services (NACAS), making her the first woman of color, as well as the first from an HBCU, to hold the title.  Elected on October 29 during the C3X Annual Conference and Expo in Kissimmee, Florida, Tyree now leads the association’s 12-member board, providing strategic oversight and direction for key initiatives and shaping the future of auxiliary services in higher education. Taking on the highest NACAS leadership role, she will guide the organization in its mission

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