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UAPB Extension Horticulture Specialist Helps Keep Pine Bluff a Tree-friendly City

Courtesy of University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Shaun Francis, Extension horticulture specialist for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, is working to maintain and further the city of Pine Bluffā€™s status as a ā€œTree City USAā€ community. As a member of the Pine Bluff Board of Tree City USA, he helps ensure the organization meets its standards and fulfills its yearly goals. According to the organizationā€™s website, Tree City USA began as a 1976 Bicentennial program through the National Arbor Day Foundation and is co-sponsored by the National Association of State Foresters and the U.S. Department of Agriculture

New Teacher Certification Accelerates Path to Licensure at Bluefield State

By Bluefield State University Bluefield State Universityā€™s Alternative Teacher Certification program provides an accelerated pathway for aspiring teachers to earn a teaching license and launch their careers in education. ā€œThe program is endorsed by the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDOE) and involves completing two online courses,ā€ noted Dr. Terene Stiltner, BSC Teacher Education Director.Ā  She explained that the accelerated pathway is open to students who a) hold a bachelorā€™s degree from an accredited institution; b) have a 2.5 or higher cumulative GPA: c) pass one or more qualifying exams; d) apply to the WVDOE to participate in Alternative Certification

28 HBCUs Join Ambitious Initiative to Connect Studentsā€™ Education and Aspirations

Courtesy of the Strada Education Network Twenty-eight historically Black colleges and universities today announced the launch of an ambitious partnership with Strada Education Network, a nonprofit social impact organization dedicated to increasing individualsā€™ economic mobility by fostering more purposeful connections between education and work. Supported through a $25 million grant from Strada, the initiative reflects a year-long collaboration designed to listen, learn from, and support the work of HBCUs in developing the next generation of leaders. ā€œThis initiative builds on our long-standing dedication to identifying systematic and sustainable strategies to help more Americans achieve better life outcomes for themselves, their

Bowie State University among First to Receive Scholarships and Internships for Students

Courtesy of Bowie State University Bowie State University is one of three Historically Black Colleges and Universities selected as initial participants inĀ Penn National Gaming, Inc.ā€™sĀ new Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (ā€œSTEMā€) Scholarship Program. The program will dedicate more than $4 million over five years to HBCUs in states where Penn National operates to fund STEM scholarships and internship opportunities with the company. In addition to Bowie State, the initial participating HBCUs include Norfolk State University in Norfolk, Virginia, and Wilberforce University in Wilberforce, Ohio. In the official announcement,Ā Penn National President and CEO Jay Snowden noted,ā€ Increasing access to STEM opportunities

Hampton University Appoints Carol Crabbe as New Assistant Dean of the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications

Courtesy of Hampton University Hampton University, one of the nationā€™s leading Historically Black Colleges & Universities, is pleased to announce the appointment of Carol Crabbe as assistant dean of the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications.Ā  Crabbe brings to the university more than a decade of experience as an international strategic public relations consultant.Ā  ā€œWe are very excited to have Carol Crabbe join us as our assistant dean to support our new global vision,ā€ said Julia A. Wilson, dean of the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications.Ā Ā Her expertise in managing cultural communications programs and managing international delegations, will

Coppin State University Faculty and Staff Receive Catalyst Award for Optimizing the Student Experience

Courtesy of Coppin State University Ā Coppin State University faculty and staff have been named winners of the Catalyst Award for Optimizing Student Experience byĀ Anthology+Blackboard. The award for Optimizing Student Experience recognizes institutions leveraging technology to develop educational and administrative innovations that positively influence the total learner experience and improve operational efficiency. Coppin State Universityā€™s team, dubbedĀ The Visionaries, were able to utilizeĀ Anthologyā€™s Reach, Apply, Succeed, and Occupation Insight tools to improve the student experience and provide more data to enhance studentsā€™ engagement and success. Their efforts provided artificially intelligent automated personalized nudges and messaging for students to complete key tasks and

Edward Waters Receives $500,000 National Park Service Preservation Grant For Centennial Hall Library

Courtesy of Edward Waters University In its mission to continue sustaining the institutionā€™s rich history, Edward Waters University (EWU) has been awarded $500,000 from the National Historic Society for the preservation of the Centennial Hall on Friday, July 8, 2022.Ā Ā Previous to this awarded grant, The National Historic Society had already bestowed EWU with $500,000 to maintain and make improvements to the Centennial Hall. This occurred last year, in 2021, making this the second time they have awarded EWU with this grant. The National Historic Societyā€™s division, the National Park Serviceā€™s National Register of Historic Places, was established as part of

ASU Professors to Speak at Montgomeryā€™s First-Ever Urban Nerd Con Fan Convention

By Hazel Scott Alabama State University professors — Dr. Carlos Morrison, professor of Communications, and Nathaniel Allen,Ā chair of ASUā€™s Department of Visual Arts —Ā will discuss the significance of African-American action heroes as panelists during the first-ever The Urban Nerd Con (TUNC) fan convention in Montgomery. Organizers expect thousands to attend the three-day fan convention from July 29-31 at the Cramton Bowl Multiplex. The Urban Nerd Con, which spotlights black artists, is a multicultural comics, gaming, cosplay and tech event.Ā  Fans, who can dressĀ  in their favorite comic hero costumes, can come to see and buy the best independent artwork, comics,

SAU Awards Presidential Scholarship to Early College Student for the First Time

By Miles Beasley,Ā  Saint Augustineā€™s University (SAU) has named Marbella Alvarenga the first recipient of the Presidential Scholarship from the Early College program. As part of the scholarship, Alvarenga will continue her studies at SAU this fall, majoring in Business Management. ā€œAwarding the Presidential Scholarship is part of our commitment to student success,ā€ said SAU President Dr. Christine Johnson McPhail. ā€œMs. Alvarenga is part of the next generation of leaders, and, as with all of our students, we want to provide them with the resources that set them up for success.ā€ The Early College Program at SAU began in 2012

Howard University Hospital to Host American Psychiatric Association Moore Equity in Mental Health Community Fair

Written by the Howard University Newsroom Staff Howard University Hospital (HUH) will host the American Psychiatric Associationā€™sĀ Moore Equity in Mental Health Community FairĀ on the HUH Front Pavilion (2041 Georgia Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20060) this Saturday, July 23, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. TheĀ APA Moore Equity in Mental Health Community Fair will provide community members with an abundance of general mental health information and pertinent resources, as well as connect individuals with local mental health services and organizations dedicated to raising the mental health equity of D.C. residents. In addition, the event will feature music, snacks, prizes and

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