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Edward Waters University Awarded $500,000 Florida Department of State African-American Cultural & Historical Grant

Courtesy of Edward Waters University Edward Waters University continues its mission to preserve the rich history of Florida’s “Destination Institution” and African American education after Emancipation. The African American Cultural and Historical Grants Team, a division of the Florida Department of State, awarded Edward Waters University $500,000 to help preserve three historical buildings on campus: the Centennial Hall (library), the Lee Cousins Building, and the Susie E. Tolbert House. The grant panel met and reviewed hundreds of applications in Tallahassee, Florida February 22-24, 2022. The purpose of this grant program is to provide funding for construction projects at facilities in

Albany State University to Host Virtual STEM Conference for Middle and High School Students

By Albany State University The Albany State University (ASU) National Aeronautics and Space Administration Minority University Research and Education Project (NASA MUREP) Aerospace Academy is hosting the 2nd Annual Virtual STEM Conference on March 30-31, 2022. The conference is free and provides an interactive opportunity for 6th -12th grade students from Georgia school districts to learn about science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) career paths from real-life STEM professionals. “The goal of the conference is to raise students’ aspirations in pursuing STEM careers,” said Kenton Meronard, STEM Conference Chair, and ASU NASA MUREP Aerospace Academy Program Manager. “We are excited to

Claflin University President Dr. Dwaun J. Warmack Holds “Fireside Chat” Featuring California Congressman Ro Khanna

By Claflin University California Congressman Ro Khanna returned to Claflin University’s Ministers’ Hall recently to participate in a “Fireside Chat” with President Dwaun J. Warmack.   The event featured a question-and-answer session with Khanna, Dr. Warmack, and audience members. In 2018, South Carolina Congressman Jim Clyburn, Ohio Congressman Tim Ryan, and Khanna led a delegation of elected officials and venture capitalists on a trip to campuses at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Their purpose, which was part of the “Comeback Cities Tour South,” was to see how HBCUs prepared students to become the next

Dr. Nancy Wolfe-Sidberry Lets Her Actions Speak Louder Than Her Words as She Pushes Through The Pandemic

By Ciara Walker Williams Two years ago, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared Covid-19 a pandemic and the former president issued a National Emergency leading to stay-at-home orders around the world. Since then, health care professionals like Dr. Nancy Wolfe-Sidberry have been on the front-line fighting to save lives while trying not to lose their own. “Watching patients overcome illnesses is always inspiring,” says Sidberry. “But Covid was a nightmare. I lost so many patients.” Sidberry is a Family Medical Doctor at Brentwood Family Care Center and is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospitals (Midtown and West) as well as

WSSU Center for the Study of Economic Mobility selected for prestigious Fair Housing Breaking Barriers Award

By Winston-Salem State University What began as a “startling” revelation to Winston-Salem State University economics professor Craig Richardson five years ago has developed into a community-changing program that has been selected for one of Winston-Salem’s most prestigious community awards. The City of Winston-Salem has picked Winston-Salem State University’s Center for the Study of Economic Mobility (CSEM) to receive its annual Fair Housing Breaking Barriers Award for 2022. The award will be presented on April 21. The Breaking Barriers Award is presented annually by the New Horizons Fair Housing Committee of the City of Winston-Salem’s Human Relations Commission to a community agency, organization,

Howard University Signs Partnership with U.S. Space Force

By Howard University Newsroom Howard University was welcomed into the University Partnership Program of the U.S. Space Force during a virtual ceremony April 11. Vice Chief of Space Operations Gen. David D. Thompson and Howard University Provost and Chief Academic Officer Anthony K. Wutoh signed the memorandum of understanding from their respective locations at the Pentagon and Howard’s campus in Northwest Washington, D.C. “The purpose of the Howard University partnership with the Space Force is to advance STEM research while supporting important national security objectives,” said Wutoh. “We also expect our collaboration to inspire creativity and learning among a diverse group of leaders among students and

SAU Announces the Recipients of the NC Legislative Black Caucus Foundation Scholarship

Courtesy of St. Augustine University North Carolina Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (NCLBCF) has provided support to higher education in North Carolina for more than 30 years by awarding need-based scholarships to students attending one of the 10 participating Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in North Carolina for over 30 years. Each student had to meet the following criteria: 2.5 or better North Carolina resident Participation in social community activities Sophomore, Junior, or Senior Essay addressing ‘The Role of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in today’s Global Society.’ Congratulations to the students who were selected to receive a $5,000, NC

Savannah State University to Host VIP Screening of “The Power of the Pen”

By Savannah State University A VIP screening of the new documentary titled “The Power of the Pen,” about the passing of Georgia House Bill 479 and its relation to the Ahmaud Arbery case, will be held on Tuesday, April 19 at 6:30 p.m. This event will be inside the Torian Auditorium in the College of Business Administration, Howard Jordan building and is free and open to the public. The documentary is presented by Savannah State University (SSU), the SSU Student Government Association, and the Gilliard Foundation. It was written and narrated by Ga. State Rep. Carl Gilliard and edited by

Hampton University Names Alumnus and Retired Three-Star General Darrell Williams as New President

By Hampton University U.S. Army retired Lt. Gen. Darrell K. Williams, a 1983 graduate of Hampton University, will serve as the institution’s next president. Williams, chosen president on March 30 by the university’s Board of Trustees, brings four decades of proven success in leading complex military and commercial business enterprises, as well as nonprofit and academic leadership experience, Board of Trustees Chairman Wes Coleman said. “Running a university is complex, as was made evident by the global pandemic. When President Harvey told us of his decision to retire, we knew we wanted to build upon what he has accomplished,” said

Howard’s $785 Million Capital Investment – Where the Funding Is Coming From

By Kelvin Childs The financing package for Howard University’s $785 million capital investment plan – which will result in three new multiuse campus facilities and modernization of others – requires about $140 million in philanthropy and fundraising to bring it to fruition. The plan, announced March 23, calls for construction of a new STEM complex, a new Health Sciences Complex, and a Center for Arts and Communications, all slated for a 2026 completion date. These are the first new facilities erected on campus since 1984. Also, the Myrtilla Miner Building, home of the School of Education, will undergo extensive renovation.

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