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Congressman Troy Carter Secures $2.5 Million in Funding for Xavier University of Louisiana

Courtesy of Xavier University of Louisiana U.S. Representative and Xavier University of Louisiana Alum Troy Carter (LA-02) secured $2.5 million for Xavier University of Louisiana for the development of a pre-health advising and STEM education center. As part of a $17.5 million government funding package advocated by Congressman Troy Carter, Xavier’s funding is one of seven projects included in the Community Funding Project. The Community Funding Project will provide mental health services, student services, public health research, local parks upgrades, and contribute to building a new public athletic venue. The community project will directly benefit the people of Louisiana’s Second

Howard University Gallery Reopens

Written by Brenda C. Siler Reopening arts institutions counts as another step in living through the current COVID-19 pandemic. And after being closed for two years, Howard University’s Gallery of Art in the Chadwick Boseman College of Fine Arts has returned with two exhibitions that can be viewed in person or virtually through March 3. Private collection acquisitions from Ronald W. and Patricia Walters, Lois Mailou Jones and James A. Porter have been added to existing gallery pieces to present one of the most impressive art collections in the country. Lisa Farrington, Ph.D., director of the gallery and Scott Baker,

Record number of PVAMU CAHS students accepted into veterinary school

By Taylor Stewart Jaylin Lewis, a graduating senior from Prairie View A&M University, has only just begun her journey to become a veterinarian, but this dream has been in the making for some time. Through sheer grit and dedication to knocking down roadblocks throughout her life, Lewis is now one of ten current College of Agriculture and Human Sciences (CAHS) students who have been accepted to veterinary school, a record number for the college. “It feels so surreal, honestly speaking!” said Lewis, the first student this year to get into a vet school. “I’m so grateful for what’s to come in regards

Coppin State University to Adopt Mask-Optional Policy

By Coppin State University Coppin State University president, Anthony L. Jenkins, today, announced the members of the campus community and visitors are no longer required to wear masks indoors while on campus effective, March 7, 2022. The shift to a mask optional policy follows the end of  the state of emergency, in Maryland, and the end of the City of Baltimore’s mask mandate, as of March 1. “Managing personal health and well-being always involves responsibility and accountability on the part of individuals,” said Dr. Jenkins. “Members of the community who wish to continue wearing masks on campus to safeguard their personal safety are fully

Savannah State University Partners with SCORE

By Savannah State University Savannah State University’s Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE), has partnered with SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, to help students gain valuable skills in planning, launching and operating their own businesses. Six local business people from the SCORE network will mentor students throughout March culminating in a business pitch competition later this spring. “We are grateful for the relationship with SCORE and the valuable expertise they are sharing with our students,” said Nicole Cannonier, Ph.D., Savannah State University’s associate professor of management. “It is an enriching partnership, one which provides students

Howard University women in NCAA Tourney First Four

By Howard University The Howard University women’s basketball program waited 21 years between NCAA Tournament bids. Now it gets to take the center stage in a First Four matchup. The Division I Women’s NCAA Tournament bracket was released on Sunday night and the MEAC champion learned it will take on Incarnate Word. The game will be played in Columbia, S.C. on Wednesday, live on ESPNU at 7 p.m. The winner will then face No. 1 overall seed South Carolina in the first round on Friday. Howard University (20-9) was named co-champion of the regular season along with Morgan State and Norfolk State before

Journalism and media studies major at Jacksons State University lands coveted internship with WLBT

By Justin Walls Jackson State University junior Mia Pettigrew has secured not one but two internships this spring semester. She is sharpening her media skills working with WLBT, the local NBC-affiliated television news station, and Nissan/the Black Automotive Media Group. Pettigrew said she was especially shocked to receive an internship from WLBT. The journalism and media studies major searched the website looking for an internship tab but could not find the option. “On a whim, I applied to a regular position… I never thought they would contact me. I just wanted them to look at my resume and have me

Claflin University Earns Third Place in U.S. News and World Report Ranking of HBCUs With Highest Four-Year Graduation Rates

Courtesy of Claflin University Most colleges and University administrators covet high graduation rates and view them as indicators that help determine the value and worth of their academic programs. Graduation rates may also influence the decisions prospective students make about what colleges or universities are the best investments of their time and resources. Claflin University’s commitment to academic excellence and lowering student debt was reaffirmed by a U.S. News and World Report Short List ranking that listed Claflin third among 10 HBCUs with the highest four-year graduation rates among first-time, full-time students who started in fall 2014. “This is by

Top Students In Leadership TSU Program Shine on Capitol Hill

By Meagan Gosa Some of Tennessee State University’s top students were recently on Capitol Hill to learn about the legislative process, and how policies and laws are passed. The 38 students were part of Leadership TSU, one of the university’s top-tier leadership programs that exposes students to theoretical and practical lessons through firsthand experiences. The students range from freshmen to seniors and go through a competitive selection process. The students’ visit to the state Capitol on Feb. 18 was for Policy Day. They participated in a mock legislative session and debated bills on gun issues, criminal justice, and proposals impacting

Spartan Innovation Academy Program

By Norfolk State University Inovation Academy Program Provides Apple Devices to Every Student and Faculty Member Norfolk State University launched the Spartan Innovation Academy program last fall, a new initiative that provides students, faculty and staff with access to industry-leading technology and specialized training for app development. NSU is the first Historically Black College and University to facilitate a campus-wide deployment of these Apple products to all students and faculty in a first-year program such as this one. NSU President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston has said that every incoming and returning student will be provided an iPad Pro with ultra-fast 5G speeds

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