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Maryland Inmates Complete Their First Semester at Bowie State

By David Thompson Seven incarcerated citizens at Jessup Correctional Institution have completed their first semester of courses offered by Bowie State towards a degree in sociology or a certificate in entrepreneurship. These male students were the first cohort of a new program launched in January that covers an inmates’ tuition and fees through federal Second Chance Pell Grants. “This program has been wildly successful,” said Dr. Charles Adams, chair of the Department of Criminal Justice at Bowie State. “Our goal is to educate and help inspire these men to make meaningful changes in their lives so they’re better prepared to

FAMU Names Google Student Scholars and Endowed Professorships

By Andrew Skerritt Florida A&M University (FAMU) named four Google endowed computer science and computer engineering professors and two Google student scholars as part of its push to enhance academic and research discovery and attain Carnegie Research 1 status. Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Allyson Watson, Ph.D., said after Google made a $5 million investment into FAMU, the University decided to use those funds to enhance the academic and research discovery for scholars. Additionally, the Google investment will allow for student scholars in Computer and Information Sciences/Computer Science and Computer Engineering to be named Endowed Scholars, she

Senator Rev. Raphael Warnock Selected as Howard Law Class of 2023 Hooding Ceremony Keynote Address Speaker

By RaNeeka Witty Dean Danielle Holley of the Howard University School of Law announced that Sen. Rev. Raphael Warnock (D-GA) will deliver the keynote address during Howard University School of Law’s Class of 2023 Hooding Ceremony on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Warnock will address members of the Class of 2023 and their families, Howard Law faculty, staff, and alumni. Howard University School of Law will award 141 juris doctor degrees during the Hooding Ceremony. “The Howard University School of Law community is tremendously honored and excited that Sen. Warnock will be joining us,” said Holley. “As a U.S. senator and senior pastor of a historic church

Talladega College to launch a women’s acrobatics and tumbling program

Courtesy of Talladega College Talladega College Vice President and Athletic Director Michael Grant announced plans to launch a women’s acrobatics and tumbling program. Recruitment is now underway and competition begins in the Spring of 2024. “Acrobatics and tumbling is an emerging sport that will expand opportunities for female athletes to compete. The program will help increase enrollment and retention while also creating more sponsorship options,” said Grant. “We are excited about the growth Talladega College will experience as we launch our newest sports program and begin the process of transitioning to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).” Competitive Cheer and Dance Coach

Talladega College awarded over $2.9 million to establish broadband network

Courtesy of Talladega College Talladega College has been awarded a $2,969,121.59 grant from the Connecting Minority Communities (CMC) Pilot Program to expand high-speed internet service. On February 27, 2023, the Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) announced that it has awarded more than $175 million to 61 colleges and universities through the pilot program, which is a part of the Biden-Harris administration’s “Internet for All” initiative designed to connect everyone in the nation with affordable, reliable high-speed internet service. The grant will fund “Realizing Future Proof Technology to Create Connections between Talladega College’s Students, Faculty and Surrounding

​ASU’s Choir, Conductor Make Their Carnegie Hall Debuts

By Hazel Scott For decades, Carnegie Hall has housed many amazing artists from Tchaikovsky to Dvorak and George Gershwin to Billy Holiday and the Beatles. World-renowned composers and musicians have performed at this highly esteemed concert hall. On May 13,  Alabama  State University’s concert choir took the stage in New York for this exclusive experience. The venerable institution, one of the world’s most historic musical locations,  invited the ASU choir, under the direction of Dr. Kristofer  Sanchack, director of Choral Activities,  to perform on its stage as part of its guest conducting engagement series. The 44-plus-member choir ensemble performed with

Lincoln University Writers Thrive at Sigma Tau Delta International Convention

By Jenny Schaben Lincoln University (LU) creative writing students traveled to Denver, Colorado, this spring to participate in the Sigma Tau Delta International English Honors Society annual convention. Students read their written works to respected audiences, discussed literature, met established authors, and made new friends from around the globe. According to Sigma Tau Delta, this unique event allows “hundreds of members and chapter advisors from around the United States and beyond to gather in one locale, share experiences, and expertise, be recognized for their achievements and participate in the official proceedings of the society. The convention also provides opportunities to discover new

$2 Million Gift to College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences Supports Scholarships, Faculty Positions

By Kevin Childs A $2 million gift from philanthropists Joanne and William Conway to the College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences – the largest the college has received in its existence – will support three new faculty positions and scholarships for nursing students at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. The donation provides five years of funding for the salaries of one full-time and two part-time nursing faculty members. It also provides scholarships for up to 15 bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) students and up to five master of science in nursing (MSN) students. It supports the creation of a Doctor of

Talladega College Signs Agreement with Grand Valley State University to Provide Pathway to Graduate School for Education Students

Courtesy of Talladega College Talladega College signed an articulation agreement with Grand Valley State University in Michigan to provide a pathway for qualified Education graduates to earn master’s degrees in education, school counseling, instructional technology, and instruction and curriculum at GVSU. It also provides the opportunity for students to earn Michigan teacher certification. Talladega College is the sixth partner to join GVSU’s HBCU/Hispanic Serving Institution Pipeline Consortium. Leaders signed the agreement on GVSU’s Pew Grand Rapids Campus. “I’m so pleased to welcome Talladega College to the pipeline consortium,” GVSU President Philomena V. Mantella said. “Expanding the pathways to graduate degrees

TSU Music Business Program Gives Students Access To Industry Executive And Artist

By Alexis Clark In the first week of the music business accelerator program at Tennessee State University, the class is already exposing students to powerhouse executives, talent agencies, and music artists. Through this firsthand experience, TSU students are gaining valuable insight into the music industry. Students erupted in applause when High Standardz/Def Jam Recordings artist and actress CoCo Jones walked into the room. Jones gained recognition after her leading role in the 2012 Disney Channel movie “Let It Shine.” She currently portrays Hilary Banks in “Bel-Air,” Peacock’s modern take on “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” She has also released her major

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