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Longtime educator, historian Thelma Williams recognized by La. Legislators for dedication to education, love for Grambling

By T. Scott Boatright Ever since coming to Grambling State University (GSU), Thelma Williams, who celebrated her 97th birthday in January, has long believed in “mind over matter.” “If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter,” remains Williams’ mantra, eyes aglow and smile shining brilliantly all the while. Her decades of work teaching young children through college-aged students as well as serving as one of Grambling’s unofficial historians of sorts garnered the attention of the Louisiana Legislature. Williams was recognized by the Louisiana Senate and House of Representatives on May 12 while she was in Baton Rouge visiting daughter Alicia Williams,

Region fraternity chapter gifts $5k to Stillman College

By Stillman College Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. has made a significant investment in the futures of students at Stillman College. Members of the fraternity’s Alpha Tau chapter gathered on Stillman’s campus Friday morning to present a $5,000 gift to the college. Its gift will go toward Stillman’s Black Male Initiative, a service and leadership organization on campus. The Black Male Initiative focuses on the academic and life issues of Black males, both on and off campus, through consistent interaction and mentoring between students, faculty, staff and alumni. BMI has a keen focus on empowering Stillman students to compete in industries like

FAMU’s Annual Fundraising Campaign Raises A Record $23.1M

By Andrew Skerritt Florida A&M University’s 2021-2022 annual giving campaign raised a record $23.1 million so far, a 70 percent increase over a year ago. President Larry Robinson, Ph.D., who was credited with being the annual campaign’s chief fundraiser, said the phenomenal increase in annual giving will make a big difference to the achievement of the University’s student success priorities. “It gives us a lot more flexibility in providing support for our students, faculty, and other needs in the University. I’m proud of the people who were so generous to make that happen – our corporate partners, foundations, alumni, and

JSU alumna becomes first Black woman to receive Ph.D. in biomedical engineering from Vanderbilt

Courtesy of Jackson State University Jackson State University alumna Carcia Carson solidified herself in history by becoming the first Black woman to receive her Ph.D. in biomedical engineering from Vanderbilt University. With the completion of her advanced degree, Carson intends to devote her professional research to developing translational research in cancer vaccines and personalized immunotherapy. “I am honored to become the first to accomplish this feat. I look forward to diversifying my industry and continuing the discussion of representation in high-level research environments,” she said. A native of Terry, Carson obtained her B.S. in physics in 2014 from JSU. Shortly after, she

LU Small Business Development Center Honored Among Top 4 University of Missouri Extension Centers for Client Satisfaction

By Lincoln University University of Missouri Extension recently recognized the Small Business Development Center at Lincoln University for its high rate of client satisfaction. Center Director Lauren Carter and her staff were honored April 13 at the Extension Business Development Program’s annual professional development conference. The annual celebration awards individual and team performance from the most recent fiscal year. The SBDC at LU was one of four centers honored statewide for top client satisfaction. Center staff offer several services to entrepreneurs and small-business owners, including one-on-one business counseling, access to training and a business incubation program. “SBDC programs deliver professional, high-quality, individualized

Stephan Naylor Hired as Director for first-ever Marching Band at Fisk University

written by: Maya Brown Fisk University is thrilled to announce Stephan Naylor as the University’s new band director. The Chicago native is a highly skilled musician with nearly 15 years of experience conducting and performing collegiate instruments. Naylor is a highly accomplished arranger with a wealth of experience in academia. The two-time Howard University graduate holds a Bachelor’s and a Masters Degree in Music Education. As Stephan worked toward his master’s degree, he oversaw a general music education program and served as Band Director at Eliot-Hine Middle School in Washington DC. In July 2017, Naylor began a career in higher

Virginia Union University Receives Award-Winning Recognition for Groundbreaking Storytelling

Courtesy of Virginia Union University Virginia Union University (VUU) announced today its award-winning recognition for its work in social, video, and television production of two films, Virginia Union University Vision and the Community Leaders Celebration to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The University received a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award, two Silver Telly Awards and an Emmy nomination for excellence in storytelling and video production. “We are proud to be the recipient of such highly-respected awards and showcase the talent of the brilliant storytellers at the university and in our community,” said Dr. Hakim J. Lucas, President, and CEO of VUU. “Telling the

CIAA and Visit Baltimore Announce Extension of the Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament In Baltimore Through 2025

Courtesy of CLAFLIN UNIVERSITY Mayor Brandon M. Scott, Visit Baltimore, the State of Maryland, and the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, announced that the Men’s and Women’s Basketball tournament will extend its run in Baltimore for 2024 and 2025 following a successful first year in-person in Baltimore in 2022. “I personally could not be more excited that the CIAA has found its home in Charm City at the Royal Farms Arena for the next three years,” said Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott. “The tournament provides an opportunity for the City, State, local businesses,

30 Days of Giving Launches this Month TSU

by Nick Guerrio Tennessee State Athletics will use the Month of June for its ’30 Days of Giving’ to bring Roar City together to pledge support for the Tigers. The month of giving is an opportunity for every Tiger to support their favorite athletic program at TSU. Alumni, friends, and supporters interested in making their mark on TSU Athletics are encouraged to participate in June and support specific programs that resonate with their TSU experience. “We are thrilled to launch the ’30 Days of Giving’ initiative because it provides an opportunity for everyone that loves this storied program to have

Amidst Accreditation Concerns, Cheyney Turns A Fiscal Corner

By Janet Cline It looks like Cheyney University has turned a corner. The historically Black institution that was once rumored to be on the brink of possibly shutting down amid concerns about the future of its accreditation recently announced that it ended the fiscal year with not only a balanced budget, but a surplus of $2.1 million. According to university officials at the nation’s first HBCU, the school brought in $4.4 million as a result of its alumni “Resurgence” campaign. Additionally, the Pennsylvania Department of Education provided the university with a $2.5-million unrestricted grant. In the past, the state-affiliated institution

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