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TSU Kicks Off 2022 Homecoming With 34th Annual Robert N. Murrell Oratorical Contest

By Alexis Clark Tennessee State University kicked off this year’s Homecoming with the 34th annual Robert N. Murrell Oratorical Contest on Sunday. Cash prizes of $700, $500, and $300 were awarded respectively for first, second, and third place winners in the freshman and upperclassman divisions. There were 28 participants in total this year – 10 freshman and 18 upperclassman. The freshman winners are Lauren Porter, 1st place; Aaron Anderson, 2nd place; and Tyler Vazquez, 3rd place. The upperclassman division winners are: Aliyah Holmes, who also serves as SGA Vice President, claimed 1st place; Maya McClary, 2nd; and Akyra McDougal, 3rd place. Students were required to use

EPA Administrator visits Jackson State University for student roundtable on the water crisis

Courtesy of Jackson State University A group of Jackson State University (JSU) students had the unique opportunity to get the latest news about the city of Jackson’s water crisis from the top official at the Environmental Protection Agency. EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan met with students after he participated in a news conference with elected officials on campus on Sept. 7.  JSU President Thomas K. Hudson, J.D., hosted the news conference with the university backdrop prominently displayed. “I’d like to thank EPA Administrator Regan for traveling to Jackson and allowing our students to have an opportunity to voice their experiences as members of the

ASU Expands its Pandemic Coverage to Underserved Areas in Alabama’s Black-Belt and Rural Counties While Reenforcing its Efforts on Campus and in Montgomery

By Kenneth Mullinax Alabama State University’s Department of Health Services has expanded its COVID-19 vaccination and testing efforts to underserved areas in Alabama’s Black-Belt and other rural areas of the state. A recent renewal grant pushed the total of funds received from the Alabama Pharmacy Association (APA) Alabama and the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) to $750,000 which allows for the expansion of services beyond the campus and the city of Montgomery. The senior director of ASU’s Health Services Center, Dr. Joyce Loyd Davis, announced that the University will begin its expanded coverage on Oct. 5 and continue through

Coppin Golf Classic Raises More Than $70,000 to Support Student Athletes

Courtesy of Coppin State University Coppin State University (CSU) raised more than $70,000 during the 2022 Coppin Golf Classic event, held September 28 at Greystone Golf Course, in White Hall, MD. Proceeds from the golf tournament are dedicated to improving the holistic development and completion rates of CSU student athletes, through scholarships, athletic equipment, and additional academic resources. “We are grateful to the Coppin State University community and supporters of our university for joining this year’s Coppin Golf Classic,” said CSU Athletic Director, Derek Carter.  “You are showing our student athletes, through your contributions and commitment, their successes in their sport,

Xavier University of Louisiana’s President Emeritus Dr. Norman C. Francis honored with documentary on WYES

Courtesy of Xavier University of Louisiana Xavier University of Louisiana President Dr. Reynold Verret submitted a proposal to the New Orleans City Council to rename Jefferson Davis Parkway, which runs along the edge of Xavier’s campus, after legendary former Xavier President Dr. Norman C. Francis. Dr. Francis guided Xavier for 47 years and remains the longest-serving university president in the nation. “Dr. Francis always knew that education is the pathway to social justice,” said Reynold Verret, President of Xavier University of Louisiana. “His unwavering commitment and courage in the face of adversity spanned 50 plus years at Xavier and taught us all

Philanthropy Fellowship Seminar Series Brings Industry Leaders to Bowie State

By David Thompson Presidents and other senior leaders from major foundations and non-profit organizations from across the nation have signed on to join Bowie State University’s new monthly seminar series to engage student in the Philanthropy Fellowship program to help them better understand how various industries operate. “The Bowie State Philanthropy Fellowship Seminar Series will provide students with an understanding of the relevance of the sectors to the well-being of marginalized communities,” said Kenneth M. Jones II, senior vice president and chief operating officer at the MacArthur Foundation headquartered in Chicago. “The program is customized to ensure that a professional

Howard University, Johns Hopkins University Partner to Develop Tech for Neuro Disorders

By Sholnn Z. Freeman Howard University and Johns Hopkins University are teaming up to develop new medical devices to diagnosis, treat, and manage neurological disorders. The partnership’s new NeuroTech Harbor technology is supported by a $5M investment over 5 years by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Experts at the new NeuroTech Harbor (NTH) technology accelerator will partner with teams of top innovators from around the globe to supercharge the development of medical devices that improve diagnosis, treatment, and management of these conditions while also ensuring those technologies are accessible to all communities. Howard University will lead outreach efforts to build pathways for aspiring women

Jackson State University and FBI foster diversity and inclusion efforts during three-day workshop

Courtesy of Jackson State University Jackson State University and the Federal Bureau of Investigation collaborated over a three-day visit with students as part of the Beacon Project. The initiative aims to build a broader representation of the African American community within the organization. In June 2021, members of the FBI and leaders from HBCUs met in Huntsville, Alabama, to launch the Beacon Project. Jordan praises the agency for creating this opportunity for JSU students. “I think it is a wonderful partnership between Jackson State and the FBI. I can tell that the things that were spoken about during our Spring

N.C. A&T’s Smith Receives Grant To Study Social Media Impact On Black Women’s Health

By Jackie Torok Kalynda C. Smith, Ph.D., of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences, has received a four-year $545,686 grant to study the impact social media has on the health of Black women. The National Institutes of Health (NIH)/National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) awarded the grant, “How Health and Weight Management Social Media Messages Targeting African American Women Impact Health Behaviors,” to Smith, an assistant professor in the Hairston College’s Department of Psychology. Smith’s study seeks to determine how social media use that emphasizes physical

DSU awarded NSF research grant for data science/machine learning project

Courtesy of Delaware State University The National Science Foundation has awarded Delaware State University a three-year $584,970 grant that will put into research practice the use of data science and machine learning in identifying and analyzing biomolecules. Delaware State University is the lead institution in this research project and scientists from University of Delaware and the University of Virgin Islands are also collaborating researchers. Dr. Hacene Boukari, Professor of Physics and Engineering, is the Principal Investigator of the project. Co-Principal Investigators are Dr. Fatima Boukari, Associate Professor of Computer Science, and from the University of Delaware, Dr. Cathy H. Wu, Professor of

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