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African and South American college students face high hurdles to study in the U.S.

By Emi Tuyetnhi Tran Students in Africa and South America have been denied visas to study in the U.S. at disproportionately higher rates than students from elsewhere in the world, according to a report published Wednesday. The number of F-1 student visa denials has risen from 2015 to 2022, according to research by Shorelight and the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration, published on the Higher Ed Immigration Portal, which provides data and research related to immigrant and international students. Of all international students applying to U.S. universities and colleges, visa denials for South American students more than doubled in the

Ron DeSantis invites Kamala Harris to Florida to ‘set the record straight’ on new Black history standards

By Zoë Richards Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday invited Vice President Kamala Harris to Florida to discuss the state’s new Black history curriculum after Harris delivered remarks there blasting the new standards for suggesting enslaved people benefited from skills used in forced labor. “In Florida we are unafraid to have an open and honest dialogue about the issues. And you clearly have no trouble ducking down to Florida on short notice,” DeSantis wrote, referencing Harris’ last-minute trip that was first reported by NBC News. “So given your grave concern (which, I must assume, is sincere) about what you think our standards say, I am officially inviting you

Virginia State University To Receive A Portion Of $10.35 Million From The Historic Fund

Courtesy of Virginia State University The Historic Fund, a new venture capital fund, has announced that Virginia State University is a HBCU partner supported in the inaugural $10.35 million-dollar fund. The fund is the brainchild of prominent investors and operators in the venture capital ecosystem who recognize the importance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and their role in equality and belonging. The fund of funds aims to bolster the endowments of HBCUs and foster connectivity between these institutions and the broader venture capital community. As an HBCU partner, Virginia State University will have opportunities to expand into the venture

BIONIC Initiative Creates New Micro-Internship Model to Build the Workforce of Tomorrow

Courtesy of Bowie State University Bowie State University (BSU) in collaboration with The Maryland Center at Bowie State University, Chaminade University and TDX International, LLC (TDXi), an Alaska Native 8 (a) small business subsidiary of TDX Corporation have introduced a Phase II Research and Development (R&D) micro-internship model initiative designed to mitigate misinformation and disinformation that can negatively impact U.S. National Security and the lives of U.S. citizens. The initiative brings together an internship cohort that includes BSU, Chaminade University, University of Hawaii, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Oahu, Hawaii citizens. Bowie State’s Influence Operations National Innovation Center (BIONIC) was introduced last

West Virginia State Hosting Health Expo, Out of The Darkness Walk

Courtesy of West Virginia State University West Virginia State University’s (WVSU) Counseling and Wellness Services and Department of Health and Human Performance is sponsoring a Health Expo and Out of the Darkness Walk Suicide Prevention Walk on Thursday, April 27. The Health Expo is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. inside the James C. Wilson University Union. The Out of the Darkness Walk is at 12:30 p.m. The Health Expo will consist of health presentations, a vertical leap station, fitness testing, mental health screenings, and Naloxone training. and more than 30 community agencies and wellness information tables. Some organizations represented

UVI 13D Research & Strategy Innovation Center Hosts Highly Anticipated Grand Opening

Courtesy of University of the Virgin Islands The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) held the grand opening of its 13D Research and Strategy Innovation Center today on the Orville E. Kean Campus on St. Thomas. Named after long-time philanthropic supporter 13D Research and Strategy, a St. Thomas-based global research firm, the 18,000-square foot center is designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. The Innovation Center will serve as a hub for students, entrepreneurs, startups, researchers and businesses, providing them with the resources and support they need to turn their ideas into reality. “The idea and vision behind UVI’s 13D Research and

Morehouse Healthcare’s Casey Flowers Wants to Lower Obesity Rate for People of Color

By Tonya Layman, Lauren “Casey” Flowers knew at a young age she wanted to work in health care. But during her first rotation of medical training, the sight of blood made her pass out. “It was not a good look,” she joked. But that turned out to be a blessing in disguise. It led her to concentrate on a career innutrition where she believed a young Black woman could make her mark. Only about 3% of dietitians are Black and African Americans have higher obesity rates compared to other demographic groups in the United States. Flowers, 34, is a registered

PVAMU Alumnus Dr. Reginald T. Braggs appointed Dean of Students, Assistant Vice President for Student Life

Courtesy of Prairie View A&M University As a result of a successful search, I am pleased to inform you that Dr. Reginald T. Braggs has been appointed Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students. As an alumnus of Prairie View A&M University, Dr. Braggs has served in various higher education, K-12, and military capacities domestically and internationally in New York, Nigeria, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain. He started his journey at Prairie View A&M University as an Assistant Professor, Unit Recruiter, and Student Advisor for the Naval ROTC, and most recently served as the Director of Central NY Partnerships and

VSU Professor Travels To Ghana To Teach After Being Selected As A Fulbright Scholar

Courtesy of Virginia State University Virginia State University is pleased to announce that VSU professor Dr. Karl Jackson has been named a Fulbright Scholar. Dr. Jackson received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award from the U. S. Department of State to travel to Ghana for the 2023-2024 academic year. Dr. Jackson, an associate professor of Chemistry and VSU alumnus, will teach a new course on metal-organic frameworks and engage in research with collaborators at the University of Ghana on the synthesis and characterization of metal-organic frameworks for applications of water purification. Dr. Jackson is among a select few U.S. citizens who will teach or

Gov. Kemp Announces 77 Appointments to State Boards, Authorities, and Commissions

Courtesy of Morehouse School of Medicine Kitty Carter-Wicker currently serves as Medical Director for the Atlanta University Center Consortium Student Health and Wellness Center. After completing her residency in family medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine, she joined the Maternal Child Health team there. During her tenure at the School of Medicine, she served as the Family Medicine Clerkship Director, Medical Director for the Clinical Skills Center and the Clinical Skills Scholar for the family medicine clerkship, Co-Principal Investigator on several training grants, and a member of various committees. For 19 years, she also trained medical students in adolescent healthcare

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