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HBCU Aims to Alleviate Financial Struggles with 99-Year Lease

Courtesy of Saint Augustine’s University In a significant move toward financial recovery, Saint Augustine’s University is prepared to make a deal to see part of its campus leased to Coral Gables-based 50 Plus 1 Sports for $70 million over 99 years. Monti Valrie, principal and managing partner of 50 Plus 1 Sports, confirmed the agreement. “We are absolutely thrilled to come to Raleigh and partner with Saint Augustine’s University, local developers, and community leaders in this incredible city,” Valrie stated in a recent interview with the Charlotte Post. He emphasized the company’s dedication to cultivating projects that benefit local residents and

Dr. Joyce Shirazi Co-Chairs Effort to Develop a Roadmap that Boost HBCU Research Capacity

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Courtesy of Hampton University In an effort to strengthen the U.S. science and technology workforce, a coalition of engineering leaders from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and major research institutions recently released a report on how to work together to expand research programs at HBCUs. Joyce T. Shirazi, dean of the School of Engineering, Architecture and Aviation at Hampton University, co-led the effort. The recommendations emerged from the HBCU Engineering Deans Summit, a first-of-its-kind gathering earlier this year organized by the HBCU Engineering Deans Council and hosted by the University of Michigan College of Engineering. It brought together more than

Morgan State University to Launch Nuclear Engineering Research Initiative

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Courtesy of Morgan State University Morgan State University, a historically Black educational institution in Baltimore, has received a $5 million grant from the National Nuclear Security Administration to launch the Scholarly Partnership in Nuclear Engineering (SPINE) program, a five-year project aimed at increasing diversity in the nuclear engineering workforce. Alongside several partner institutions, scholars at Morgan State University will develop new curricula, hands-on research opportunities, and mentorship programs for students interested in the field of nuclear engineering. The SPINE program will also facilitate outreach and engagement with local K-12 schools and community colleges. Additionally, the funding will support a new

HBCU Launches Tuition-Free Program for National Board Certification in Maryland

Written By Bowie State University In an exciting development for educators in Maryland, Bowie State University has announced a new, tuition-free program for 75 teachers to earn their National Board Certification. Chosen from a competitive pool of nearly 500 applicants, these educators will engage in a comprehensive three-year process to enhance their teaching skills and improve student outcomes. The initiative is spearheaded by Bowie State’s Center for Research and Mentoring for Black Male Students and Teachers in collaboration with the Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation at Voorhees University. This partnership represents a significant effort to elevate the quality

Leaders are now reimagining how academic probation is communicated to students and ways to make the policy less punitive

By Ashley Mowreader Academic probation, while designed to be a notice to students of poor performance, can be a significant barrier to student success. Around 8 percent of graduating college seniors have been on academic probation at least once during their time in college, and this rate increases to 9 percent among first-generation students, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. A 2022 analysis of academic probation on four-year graduation rates at one university found placing students on academic probation based on overall GPA reduced their odds of completing in four years by 40 percent. Research from California Competes also found that a majority of students

TSU Alumnus Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 for Transformative HBCU Leadership

Courtesy of Tennessee State University Aarian Forman, a two-time Tennessee State University graduate, has been named to Forbes’ prestigious 2025 30 Under 30 list, recognizing his groundbreaking work in education and leadership development through Xceleader, an organization he co-founded to empower HBCU students nationwide. What began as a single Zoom call in 2017 to discuss student leadership at HBCUs has evolved into a transformative force in higher education. Under Forman’s leadership, Xceleader has impacted over 8,000 students and alumni through workshops, mentorships, and nonpartisan programs, securing nearly $1 million in funding to support its initiatives. “This recognition from Forbes isn’t

A Year After the First Antisemitism Hearing, What’s Become of the Presidents Who Testified?

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By Josh Moody Last Dec. 5, the presidents of three leading universities stepped before Congress for a hearing on campus antisemitism that was widely criticized when they failed to offer forthright responses on whether hypothetical calls for the genocide of Jews would violate their institutions’ policies. Those three presidents—representing Harvard University, the University of Pennsylvania and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology—were followed by four others in two separate hearings in April and May as pro-Palestinian student protests swept campuses across the nation last spring. Of the seven campus leaders who testified, only two remain on the job (though one was

TSU Doctoral Student DeeAnne Miree Wins 2024 National Distinguished Principals Award for Tennessee

By Emmanuel Freeman DeeAnne Miree, a dedicated doctoral student at Tennessee State University and the principal of Nashville’s Cambridge Early Learning Center, has been honored as the 2024 winner of the National Distinguished Principals Award for Tennessee. This prestigious award, presented by the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP), recognizes exemplary leadership among elementary and middle school principals nationwide, emphasizing their commitment to student achievement, character development, and fostering a positive school climate. With over 27 years of experience in education, Miree has served as the principal of Cambridge Early Learning Center for the past nine years. During her

NCA&T Chancellor Emeritus Harold Martin Receives Lifetime Achivement Award

Courtesy of North Carolina A&T State University Harold L. Martin, Sr., chancellor emeritus at North Carolina A&T State University, has been awarded the Peter McPherson Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU). The prize recognizes individuals who have dedicated their careers to the service and leadership of public and land-grant universities. In 2009, Dr. Martin was appointed chancellor of North Carolina A&T State University, making him the first alumnus to lead the HBCU. He was president for 15 academic years, which at the time, made him the longest actively serving leader within the University of

PVAMU Alumnus Larry Allen is a shining star in the world of entertainment

Courtesy of Prairie View A&M University The Prairie View A&M University Marching Storm band is fortunate to have alums who have moved on to prominent roles in the entertainment industry. From musicians and singers to dancers and comedians, the Storm has always been FULL of talent. Larry Allen is one of those talented Storm alumni. He came to Prairie View A&M in 1999 as a percussionist (snare drum). Larry quickly rose to the position of Drum Major and served as Head Drum Major from 2003-2004. During his time with the Marching Storm, he performed in many high-profile events, including the Tournament

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