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West Fraser $50,000 Gift to Support Student Scholarships and Upgrade Industrial Technology Management & Applied Engineering Equipment

Courtesy of University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff On Monday, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) announced that it is the recipient of a $50,000 gift from West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd (West Fraser) to provide scholarships for students pursuing industrial technology management and applied engineering degrees and to upgrade department equipment. “On behalf of our university, I extend many thanks to West Fraser for its generosity,” Chancellor Laurence B. Alexander said. “Careers in engineering are among the most in-demand, and UAPB is grateful to have a partner that recognizes the importance of ensuring our students are equipped

Nine Howard University Students Selected as 2022 Patricia Roberts Harris Fellows

By Aaliyah Butler Howard University is proud to announce the 2022 Patricia Roberts Harris Fellows. The Patricia Roberts Harris Fellowship offers fellows the unique opportunity to gain one-on-one mentorship and guidance from an accomplished public affairs professional. Administered through the Ralph J. Bunche International Affairs Center, the Patricia Roberts Harris Fellowship for Public and International affairs is a one-year program designed to provide a dynamic professional development experience to Howard University students interested in careers in public and international affairs. The fellowship, which provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the landscapes and the competencies necessary to pursue such careers, was established to

Tuskegee University professor Dr. Michael Curry, among The Top 100 Magazine’s Innovators and Entrepreneurs

Courtesy of Tuskegee University Dr. Michael L. Curry, associate professor of chemistry and adjunct associate professor of Materials Science and Engineering at Tuskegee University, has been named to The Top 100 Magazine’s 2022 list of “Top 100 Innovators & Entrepreneurs.” Widely recognized world leader Dr. Curry has been recognized for his extensive work on reducing the world’s carbon footprint. The founder and CEO of Eco-Friendly Plastic Materials, LLC, has been an award-winning research scientist since 2005. He launched the company in 2018 to focus on revolutionizing plastics manufacturing. Dr. Curry replaced traditional plastics with a more robust, long-lasting, biodegradable material

Edward Waters University Students Shine Bright In National Student Affairs Conference

Courtesy of Edward Waters University Thirteen Edward Waters University student leaders attended the National Association of Student Affairs (NASAP) Student Leadership Institute (SLI) May 31st – June 6th in Savannah, Georgia on the beautiful campus of Savannah State University. The Student Leadership Institute is an intensive, interactive, and stimulating leadership program developed by HBCU administration aimed to develop HBCU student leaders. Our EWU delegation attended sessions and activities aimed at leadership topics to include gaining a holistic overview of their respective roles and responsibilities; conflict resolution, leadership  inventory styles, problem solving. The SLI experience provides for a collaborative space with

Programs in Education, Nursing, Computer Science & Public Administration Recognized

Courtesy of Bowie State University Bowie State University’s graduate programs in education, nursing, computer science and public administration were recognized among the nation’s best by the U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Graduate Schools ranking, distinguishing the university’s success in preparing students for advanced career opportunities. Designed for prospective students looking to further their education beyond college, the Best Graduate Schools rankings evaluate programs in a variety of disciplines, including business, education, engineering, law, medicine and nursing. Each ranking uses different indicators of excellence across the fields of study to assess the quality of each program. One common success metric is

Benedict College Alumni surpass fundraising goal for the 8th consecutive year

Courtesy of Benedict College Thanks to the unprecedented support from Benedict alumni and friends across the country, the Annual Alumni Fund Campaign surpassed its record-setting $1.5 million goal by $33,000. This year’s success is due to an extraordinary Campaign Leadership team led by the College’s Assistant Vice President, Ada Brown Belton. The leadership team consist of members from around the nation. “This year’s team consists of Chairwoman Dr. Elsie Hamler, co-chairs Marlene McClerklin and Teshine Good, and 10 additional dedicated committee members. The team also included Mrs. Cedelle Gates, president of The Benedict College National Alumni Association, and finally, our

Getty Images Photo Archive Grant Supports Digitization Project at Claflin University

By Claflin University Claflin University’s selection as a recipient of the inaugural Getty Images Photo Archive Grant for Historically Black Colleges and Universities will provide South Carolina’s oldest HBCU with expanded opportunities to increase awareness of its proud legacy. Founded in 1869, Claflin was also the first college/university in South Carolina to admit all students regardless of ethnic origin, gender, race, or religion. Claflin, Jackson State University, Prairie View A&M, and North Carolina Central University were awarded the $500,000 grant funded to support preserving and amplifying the invaluable visual history of our institutions. The Grant was funded by the Getty

N.C. A&T’s Giddings, Smallwood Named To 2022 Executive Leadership Institute

Courtesy of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Interim Senior Vice Provost Valerie Giddings, Ph.D., and Interim Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education Arwin Smallwood, Ph.D., have been selected to participate in the University of North Carolina System’s 2022 Executive Leadership Institute. This is the third cohort of the program, which is designed to build the next generation of top leadership from within the UNC System. The Executive Leadership Institute works to share and leverage best practices by building collaboration among participants and their institutions. It includes a focus on enhancing the pool of

SAU Attends Congressional Hearing on Regenerative Agriculture

Courtesy of Saint Augustine’s University Representatives of Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) celebrated the 155th anniversary of its founding date on the floor of the House Chamber. U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna, Chairman of the Congressional Subcommittee on Environment, held a hybrid hearing to examine regenerative agriculture. “SAU has a legacy of leadership in social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion,” said SAU President Dr. Christine Johnson McPhail. “In celebration of our institution’s founding date, our ancestors would be proud to witness this moment.” As a result of SAU’s recent partnership with the National Black Farmers Association (NBFA), Dr. Leslie Rodriguez-McClellon, Senior Vice President of Student

​ASU Sponsors First Juneteenth Art Exhibit

Courtesy of Alabama State University On June 19, 1865, roughly a quarter-million enslaved people in Galveston, Texas were finally set free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. To commemorate a day that is linked to a defining moment in American history, the abolition of slavery, Alabama State University’s Department of Visual Arts is sponsoring its first Juneteenth art exhibit titled“Juneteenth Celebrating Freedom,” which will run through July 29 at ASU’s Warren/Britt Galleries. This exhibit will feature works representing freedom and commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people. Participating artists are: Tiebetabasi Essiet (Alabama), Joseph Pearson (Texas), Dennis Winston (West

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