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DNC Rolls Out Ad Campaign at HBCUs, HSIs

By Katherine Knott The Democratic National Committee is launching a voter registration and ad campaign at historically Black colleges and universities and Hispanic-serving institutions in six battleground states, The Hill reported. The campaign is the latest signal the DNC views young voters as key to winning the White House in November. HBCUs in particular are expected to play an important role, given that Vice President Kamala Harris graduated from Howard University. The ads will highlight the conservative Project 2025 and direct students to IWillVote.com, where they can get more information about how to vote. The DNC is rolling out the campaign in Arizona, Georgia, Nevada, North

Hopelab Names Inaugural Cohort of Six HBCU Researchers to Drive Black Youth Wellness Initiatives

Courtesy of HopeLab n the context of the increasing focus on mental health and equity in our society, Hopelab, a leader in advancing these outcomes for young people, is excited to announce the selection of six researchers from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) as recipients of its inaugural Translational Science Fellowship. The fellowship, announced earlier this summer, is designed to amplify the impact of mental health research at HBCUs with a focus on enhancing the mental well-being of Black young people. The fellowship also aims to increase the number of actionable solutions that address the mental health challenges faced by Black

Alabama A&M University Expands Its Global Research Footprint to West Africa

Courtesy of Alabama A&M University Alabama A&M University, a historically Black institution, has recently signed a memorandum of understanding with UniversitĂ© Peleforo Gon Coulibaly (UPGC) in CĂŽte d’Ivoire in West Africa. Over the next five years, Alabama A&M and UPGC will partner together on various research projects, educational and training initiatives, and student and faculty exchange programs. The partnership will have a particular focus on advancing the fields of agriculture, food science, animal science, and agricultural economics. Additionally, the two universities plan to use their shared knowledge to develop course curricula in various agricultural disciplines such as soil and crop

Hampton, Fayetteville State And Bethune-Cookman Among HBCUs Experiencing Increased Enrollment

By Dantee Ramos Several HBCUs have reported either increased or record enrollments for the new school year following the Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling to reverse affirmative action and prevent colleges from using race in determining admissions. T As a result of the Supreme Court’s decision, several predominantly white institutions have experienced a decline in diversity. At the same time, HBCUs have benefitted, according to WAVY. Angela Nixon Boyd, Hampton University assistant vice president of enrollment and dean of admission, told the outlet, “We are expecting a class of about 1,200 new students.” She continued, “And so we are very excited about that. Our undergraduate population is about 3,600.

Symposium on Eric Williams’ ‘Capitalism and Slavery’ to be Held in Cuba and Washington D.C.

Courtesy of the Howard University Newsroom Staff The  Howard University Center for an Equitable Economy and Sustainable Society (e2s2)  is proud to announce a symposium celebrating the 80th anniversary of  Eric Williams’, Ph.D., landmark publication of  “Capitalism and Slavery.” While writing the book, Williams was a professor at Howard  University, teaching classes in the political science department. This seminal text, which transformed how scholars understand the relationship between the Transatlantic and the rise of capitalism, will be the focus of a bi-national conventions taking place from September 16-22 in Havana, Cuba  and again in Washington D.C. from September 25-28 in

2 Chainz Backs This Initiative Awarding Over $350K In Scholarship Funds For HBCU STEM Students

By Martie Bowser 2 Chainz‘s latest partnership is helping HBCU students looking to bring some flavor to the world of STEM. Last month, PepsiCo and the PepsiCo Foundation announced they would invest $350,000 in financial support and provide additional resources to historically Black colleges and universities, particularly for students pursuing careers in culinary innovation, food science and technology. 2 Chainz is partnering with PepsiCo to spread the word about their new “Taste of Tomorrow” scholarship. As a graduate of Alabama State University, 2 Chainz knows how essential HBCUs are to producing and nurturing professionals of color in industries where they are usually minorities. “Representation is everything. Seeing someone who

Citi CFO and Howard University alumnus Mark Mason shared four lessons anyone can use to live a life of consequence

By Cedric Mobley Howard University graduate and Board of Trustees Vice Chair Mark Mason (BBA ’91) interviewed multiple times for a position at Goldman Sachs, finally landing a position as an analyst. He left Wall Street to attend Harvard Business School, by then realizing that Howard had prepared him to compete with “anyone and everyone.” Now the chief financial officer at Citi, Mason is sure that his Howard experience has paid dividends for him as he deals with the challenges of global business from his executive suite. With more than 100 million customers, Citi manages $5 trillion in financial flows

Edward Waters University Honors College Launches Journal to Highlight HBCU Research

Courtesy of Edward Waters University The Honors College at Edward Waters University, a historically Black institution in Jacksonville, Florida, has published its inaugural issue of the HBCU Journal of Research Initiatives. The publication is the successor to Edward Waters’ former journal, The Edward Waters College Research Journal, which ceased publication during the COVID-19 pandemic. The interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed journal highlights the research initiatives conducted at historically Black colleges and universities across the country. In its inaugural issue, the journal consists of seven research articles from authors at Edward Waters University and beyond. “The HBCU Journal of Research Initiatives began with a critical mission to give a voice

Howard University School of Education Receives Award from American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education

By Brittany Bailer The Howard University School of Education has been named the recipient of the 2024 American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) Best Practice Award in Support of Global and International Perspectives. The University is being recognized for its revamped elementary education program that integrates global experiences into the curriculum. “It is an honor to be recognized by AACTE,” said School of Education Dean Dawn Williams, Ph.D. “This collective effort to foster cross-cultural understanding for our pre-service teachers underscores the importance of interconnected education in our increasingly interconnected world.” The School of Education’s Department of Curriculum and Instruction prepares candidates to become elementary, secondary,

Clark Atlanta University Makes Its Mark in WSJ’s Top 500 “Best Colleges” Ranking

Courtesy of Clark Atlanta University Clark Atlanta University (CAU) is proud to announce its inclusion in the Wall Street Journal’s 2025 Top 500 Universities ranking in “The 2025 Best Colleges in the U.S.: Princeton, Babson and Stanford Take the Top 3 Spots.” As one of only six private Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) featured in the prestigious list, CAU continues to demonstrate its excellence in higher education.  “We are honored to be recognized among 499 other prestigious universities by the Wall Street Journal. This achievement underscores our dedication to providing an extraordinary educational experience that equips and empowers scholars for global

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