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Tennessee State University Seeks ‘R1’ Status, The Nation’s Highest Research Designation

By Emmanuel Freeman Tennessee State University, Nashville’s only public university, aims to become only the second HBCU to reach the nation’s top research echelon with an “R1” designation under the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Learning. The designation would mean more doctoral programs, research initiatives and funding for students and the university. Currently, TSU is one of only 11 HBCUs with an R2 designation under the category of “high research activity.” For its drive to “R1” status or “very high research activity,” the university is mobilizing its research enterprise – teaching faculty, researchers, graduate school, staff, students – to

Howard President Wayne A. I. Frederick, M.D., MBA, Elected to National Academy of Medicine

By Ron-rin Yu Wayne A. I. Frederick, M.D., MBA, Charles R. Drew professor of surgery and Howard University president, was elected to the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) today. He joins the 90 new regular and 10 new international members who were announced at today’s annual meeting. According to today’s announcement from NAM, Dr. Frederick was chosen “for being a tireless and gifted higher education leader and health care administrator and world-renowned surgeon. As president of Howard University, he has worked to develop a diverse health care workforce while serving as an adviser to U.S. and international officials in navigating the

Jackson State University’s new general education program enhances student course options

Courtesy of Jackson State University The Division of Academic Affairs at Jackson State University has launched “THEE Pathway,” a new general education curriculum. “THEE Pathway” creates flexible course options for general education requirements, including seven new pathway themes that provide undergraduate students with a customizable academic experience. The new curriculum took effect Fall 2022 for first-time and transfer students. “The new general education curriculum provides an equitable pathway to academic achievement and student success​ for JSU students. The general education committee took an intentional approach to create a curriculum that advances equity and identifies and eliminates barriers. History will show that

Delaware State University presents forum with important student debt relief program information

Courtesy of Delaware State University A national expert on federal student loan debt relief programs presented important updates and information Thursday in a Delaware State University community Forum. Guest Speaker Ashley Harrington, the senior advisor to the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA), offered details and tips during a 45-minute, information packed session, which is available for viewing here. Ms. Harrington reviewed two federal programs that can reduce student debt, including the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program that has temporary time-limited changes and a recently announced, sweeping plan to reduce student debt for Americans considered middle or lower income. Announced by

STEM-Majors Receive $200,747 in Funding for Scholarship Support to Attend Hampton University

Courtesy of Hampton University Hampton University announced today that it has received a $200,747 grant from the Amateur Radio Digital Communications Foundation. This private foundation supports amateur radio and digital communication science and technology. Funding received will be used to establish scholarship funding to support for students majoring in STEM-related fields who may experience a gap in funding, who needs tuition assistance, or who may have a financial need. “The focus of this investment is to provide academic support for students studying in STEM areas and have an unmet need. This funding is incredible and supports the university’s vision of delivering

Shaw University Receives $90,000 From African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund

Courtesy of Shaw University The African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund (AACHAF), a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, announced its award of $90,000 to Shaw University. With more than $80 million in funding, the Action Fund is the largest U.S. resource dedicated to the preservation of African American historic places.  Shaw University is one of 33 organizations in 2022 to receive a total of $3 million in funding from the Action Fund to protect and preserve sites representing African American history. These grant funds will support the Window Rehabilitation Project for Tyler Hall (formerly Leonard Medical Hospital),which

Racial Disparities in Black Maternal Health Addressed During Black Directors Health Equity Agenda Summit

By Allison Joyner The Black Directors Health Equity Agenda (BDHEA) met at Morehouse School of Medicine last week to discuss health disparities and inequities that threaten African American families. With over 400 members, the BDHEA is a group of health and business leaders, researchers, and policymakers with the mission to provide long-term solutions to improve the healthcare system. Among many issues discussed at the national summit was the maternal health crisis in the Black community. “We know much of what determines whether or not someone has access to quality healthcare is income,” said Linda Goler Blount, President and CEO of the Black

Fayetteville State University GEARs UP with Family Night, Tailgate Events

Courtesy of Fayetteville State University Fayetteville State University’s (FSU) GEAR UP program — Gaining Early Awareness & Readiness for Undergraduate Programs — celebrated National GEAR UP Week (September 26th -30) with events for students at its four target schools: Westover High School, Seventy-First High School, E.E. Smith High School and Douglas Byrd High School. Additional events to help high school students prepare for college are scheduled throughout this fall and into the spring, including a “How to Pay for College” workshop tonight. GEAR UP helps high school students enhance their academic skills and realize their dream of a college education by helping

South Africa’s Rhodes University Students and Advisors Visit Bowie State

By D. Thompson Bowie State’s College of Business is hosting students and advisors from South Africa’s Rhodes University School of Business as part of a partnership for students at both institutions to develop a better understanding of emerging digital financial technology and entrepreneurship through the Entrepreneurial and Technological Empowerment Program (ETEP). “Students now must understand the world of entrepreneurship from a global perspective and how to leverage block chain, open payment systems, and other digital financial networks and platforms,” said Dr. Kavita Kapur,  assistant professor in the department of management, marketing, and public administration at Bowie State. “We’re using an

Giving Black Raleigh Her Flowers Now

Courtesy of Shaw University The School of Art, Sciences, and Humanities and the James E. Cheek Learning Resource Center are delighted to bring to campus the art exhibition – “Give Black Raleigh Her Flowers Now” located in the Atrium of Cheek Library. Curated by Courtney Napier and produced by Black Oak Society “Give Black Raleigh Her Flowers Now” is a group exhibition of original art created to venerate the Black women who have built and continue to contribute to our Capital City. Among the women honored are three Shaw University graduates, Francis Lonnette Williams, Aerial Sanders, and Crystal Sanders. Anthony

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