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FAMU Receives Nearly $70M in New Funding in State Budget

By Andrew Skerritt Florida A&M University received nearly $70 million in new funding in the 2022-2023 state budget signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis last week. President Larry Robinson, Ph.D., thanked the Governor, the leadership of the Florida Senate and House, the Florida Board of Governors, the FAMU Board of Trustees, the Rattler Legislative Caucus, the Leon County Legislative Delegation, the FAMU National Alumni Association and the Student Government Association, among others, for their support in accomplishing the Universityā€™s legislative goals. ā€œThese allocations reflect the Legislatureā€™s commitment to support our mission and strategic initiatives,ā€ Robinson said. ā€œThese funds will boost student

HVACR students earn certification and potentially increase earnings

By Bishop State University Congratulations to Bishop State’sĀ Heating, Ventilation, Air conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR)Ā students for passing their EPA 608 Refrigerant Recovery Certification! More that 24 students chose to take the critically assessed exam on March 23, 2022 and they had a 85% passing rate! With this certification, these HVACR students will now be able to choose a career path in multiple arenas. For students who are currently employed in the field, it also means they will receive a $2 to $3 dollar an hour pay increase. Those who have not entered the workforce yet and are at entry-level employment will

Jackson State University launches new Tiger Ready Scholarship for first-time freshmen

By Jackson State University This fall,Ā Jackson State University (JSU)Ā will make access to a higher education a little easier for 2,000 first-time-in-college freshmen through the newĀ Tiger Ready Scholarship.Ā  The one-time award of up to $1,000 will be given to incoming students who have not received other scholarships to defray the cost of tuition. ā€œEnrolling and paying for college can be an eye-opening experience for many families who are sending students off for the first time,ā€ saidĀ Vice President for Enrollment Management Josiah J. Sampson, III, Ph.D.Ā ā€œEven though Jackson State has made the conscious effort to hold our tuition flat for the past

Coppin State University Students to Participate in the NASA Student Airborne Science Activation Program

By Coppin State University Three Coppin State University students are among 25 students taking part in the inaugural cohort of the NASA Student Airborne Science Activation (SaSa) program. The eight-week paid internship provides students with hands-on experience with research, data collection, analysis, and experimentation and exposure to geo, oceanic, and atmospheric sciences. The Coppin State University students chosen for the 2022 program are: Tochi Iwuji (ā€˜24), a sophomore biology major from Brandywine, MD; Annalyse Belton (ā€˜24), a sophomore biology major from Middle River, MD; and Muyang ChungaĀ (ā€˜24), a sophomore biology major from Germantown, MD. On June 10, the students will

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin Honors Dr. William R. Harvey by Declaring June 11, 2022 as Dr. William R. Harvey Day in Virginia

Courtesy of Hampton University As Hampton University prepares to celebrate Dr. William R. Harveyā€™s 44 years of legendary service at the Harvey Years Gala, Dr. Harvey was quite surprised when he received a Certificate of Recognition from Glenn Youngkin, Governor of Virginia, declaring June 11, 2022 as Dr. William R. Harvey Day, in recognition of the significant achievements and contributions Dr. Harvey has made during his illustrious career as Hampton University President. ā€œVirginia has been my familyā€™s home for 44 years, and it is a wonderful community,ā€ said Dr. Harvey.Ā ā€œThis honor is truly a surprise and is much appreciated. I

Virginia Union University Celebrates Historic Opinion by Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares on HBCU Funding

By Virginia Union University Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares released his officialĀ opinionĀ announcing that “the state has the ability to fund both public and private HBCUs in Virginia.ā€ ā€œThis is a significant moment in time for HBCUs,ā€ said Dr. Hakim J. Lucas, PresidentĀ and CEO of Virginia Union University. ā€œWhile Virginia Union is recognized as a private institution by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV), we are a public-serving HBCU in Richmond, Virginia. Our community partnerships speak directly to our strategic vision of serving the underserved. We are here to show our community that there are limitless possibilities for

Howard University Celebrates Pride Month with Lavender Scholarship Opportunity

By Howard University On behalf of theĀ Office of Intercultural Affairs and the LGBTQ+ Resource Center, the Lavender Fund will proceed with applicants for theĀ Lavender Fund ScholarshipĀ award. This scholarship was established to provide academic financial support for Howard University students who demonstrate positive sensitivity to, and involvement in, LGBTQ+ issues, promote visibility of LGBTQ+ life, and foster service and activism throughout Ā the larger community. ā€œAs Howard University President Dr Wayne Frederick shared recently, we are committed to advancing the efforts of the LGBTQ+ community on our campus and beyond,ā€ said Vice President of Student AffairsĀ Cynthia Evers, Ph.D. ā€œThe financial support that

Clark Atlanta University to Host 2022 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders

By Clark Atlanta University Clark Atlanta University is proud to announce its selection as an Institute Partner for the 2022 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. Beginning in mid-June, Clark Atlanta University will host 24 of Africaā€™s bright, emerging Business leaders for a six-week Leadership in Business Institute, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State. TheĀ Mandela Washington Fellowship, the flagship program of theĀ Young African Leaders InitiativeĀ (YALI), empowers young African leaders through academic coursework, leadership training, mentoring, networking, professional opportunities, and local community engagement.Ā  YALI was created in 2010 and supports young Africans as they spur economic growth and prosperity,

FVSU biotechnology students to conduct research at major universities

By Fort Valley State University Eighteen Fort Valley State University plant science-biotechnology S-STEM scholars will gain firsthand experience in a collaborative summer internship program at major research institutions across the nation. These young scientists will spend nine-10 weeks conducting independent research projects in plant biotechnology and genomics. These professional opportunities allow some Wildcats to work at institutions and organizations such as the University of Nevada in Las Vegas, University of California-Davis, University of Georgia, University of Central Florida, University of Pittsburgh, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Penn State University, and the University of California, Berkeley. Additionally, six S-STEM scholars will

The Department of Chemistry & Physics at Alcorn State University is soaring to new heights with its latest certification.

Courtesy of Alcorn State University The American Chemical Society, or ACS, voted to include Alcorn on the list of its approved institutions. ACS is one of the worldā€™s largest scientific organizations, with a membership of over 151,000 in 140 countries. The organizationā€™s mission is to advance the broader chemistry enterprise and its practitioners to benefit Earth and its people. ACSā€™s vision is to improve peopleā€™s lives through the transforming power of chemistry. Acceptance into this program highlights Alcornā€™s chemistry department for its depth of chemical knowledge, professional skills, research experiences, professional development, and more. Sonia Eley, interim chair of the

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