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JSU Professor credits humble beginnings for induction into Ole Miss School of Education Hall of Fame

May 31, 2022

By Anthony Howard JACKSON, Miss. – Jackson State University (JSU) Associate Professor Barbara Howard, Ed.D., has been inducted into the 7th class of the University of Mississippi School of Education (SOE) Hall of Fame. The honor recognizes Ole Miss alumni for their contributions to the field of education, and for their good deeds and services to the profession. Due to delays caused by a spike in Covid-19 cases, she and six inductees for the year 2021 were formally awarded the prestigious honor in April of 2022. “I’m happy to learn that Dr. Howard has been recognized by the University of Mississippi as a 2021 School

Morgan State University to Award Honorary Degrees to Three “Exemplary Vanguards of Social Justice and the African-American Experience”

May 27, 2022

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By Arrman Kyaw Morgan State University will award honorary degrees on Saturday to civil rights activist and former football player Colin Kaepernick; Morgan alum and filmmaker David E. Talbert; and Morgan alum David Burton, chief proponent in the Coalition for Excellence and Equity in Maryland Higher Education (HBCUs) vs. the State of Maryland lawsuit. The three individuals are recognized as “exemplary vanguards of social justice and the African-American experience,” according to the Morgan State announcement. Morgan State’s 145th Spring Commencement will take place at Hughes Memorial Stadium on May 21. “Leadership, Integrity, Innovation, Diversity, Excellence and Respect are more than just words that appear on the flags that adorn our campus, or words

Give.Love.Xavier fundraiser raises over $1 million

May 27, 2022

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By Xavier University of Louisiana Xavier University of Louisiana raised more than $1 million during its annual online, social media-driven fundraising event – Give.Love.Xavier (GLX) Day on Tuesday, April 5, 2022. This year’s theme was “In the Spirit of Love.” The Office of Alumni Relations launched the Give.Love.Xavier initiative 10 years ago to strengthen alumni engagement. “The remarkable response to the Give.Love.Xavier Fundraiser will fund many need-based scholarships and other financial aid that will assist students in continuing the pursuit of their dreams of a Xavier degree,” said Xavier University of Louisiana President Dr. Reynold Verret. “The success of this year’s event

BSU Football and Women’s Bowling Honored

May 27, 2022

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Courtesy of Bowie State University The Prince George’s County Council issued a proclamation Tuesday morning honoring the Bowie State football and women’s bowling team’s program success, including the 2021 and 2022 Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) Championship at the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building. The Bulldogs women’s bowling team captured its sixth-straight CIAA championship; the program’s 10th overall marking the most championships won by a program in conference history while the Bulldogs football team secured its third-straight CIAA title. “What can I say? I have beauty and brains because these young ladies have excelled in everything that has been expected

Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Invites FAMU College of Law Graduates To Stay Around and Shape the Community

May 27, 2022

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By Andrew Skerritt Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer made a pitch for 134 newly hooded Florida A&M University College of Law graduates to stay and play a role in shaping the community for future generations. “Some of you may be headed out of town to realize your dreams. For those of you who are undecided… For those of you still trying to figure out what job or exact career path you’ll apply that law degree to, it’s my hope that you’ll pursue all of that in Orlando,” Dyer told the gathering of faculty, graduates and relatives at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

Bandy-Neal honored by NBJ as one of Nashville’s ‘2022 Women of Influence’

May 27, 2022

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Courtesy of Meharry Medical College Senior Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer LaMel Bandy-Neal was recently honored by the Nashville Business Journal as one of the city’s “2022 Women of Influence.” The NBJ says the award is given to “the women shaping how we do business in Nashville” According to their website, “the NBJ’s Women of Influence winners are leading top companies and nonprofits, supporting their communities and inspiring those coming behind them.” The awards were presented at a special event on May 10th. Bandy-Neal began at Meharry in 1985 as assistant director of internal audit and rose to

Deion Sanders Responds To Nick Saban Accusing Jackson State Of Paying $1 Million To Top Recruit

May 27, 2022May 27, 2022

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By Bruce Goodwin II The college athlete pay debate just got even more controversial. It hasn’t even been a year since it was ruled legal for players to receive checks from name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals, and Alabama’s head football coach Nick Saban is already hating on it. While at a 50-day countdown event for the World Games, Saban dug into the most recent recruiting season by saying that Jimbo Fisher’s Texas A&M “bought” every player on their team with the help of those newfound NIL deals. “It’s going to be difficult for the people who are spending tons of money to

UNCF to Host Summit Focused on HBCU Improvement in June

May 27, 2022May 27, 2022

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By Arrman Kyaw The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) will be hosting UNITE 2022, a summit focused on improving HBCUs, June 12-16. The event – set to take place at the Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway – is centered on “Delivering on the Promise of Black Higher Education.” The summit will be held in person – for the first time since 2019 – but will have participation opportunities for those unable to travel to Atlanta. Registration for the event is open. Notable leaders in the realm of Black higher ed who are scheduled to attend include: Dr. Dietra Trent, executive director of The

Howard University Joins NFL Initiative to Increase Diversity in Sports Medicine

May 27, 2022

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By Sholnn Z. Freeman Howard University, together with the NFL, the NFL Physicians Society (NFLPS) and the Professional Football Athletic Trainer Society (PFATS), today announced the launch of the NFL Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative, which will provide medical students at the four HBCU medical schools with the opportunity to complete a clinical rotation with NFL club medical staff. “HBCUs have a long history of serving the nation’s health needs and ensuring the vital pipeline of Black doctors,” said Dr. Hugh Mighty, MD, MBA, dean of the College of Medicine and senior vice president of health affairs at Howard University. “We welcome the NFL’s contributions to

Jackson State University College of Liberal Arts unveils new Pre-Law Center in honor of Attorney Bob Owens

May 26, 2022

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By Anthony Howard Jackson State University students who aspire to have a career in law will now have a space dedicated to making those goals a reality. The JSU College of Liberal Arts unveiled the new Bob Owens Pre-Law Center, located on the second floor of the Dolly M.E. Robinson Building. A large gathering of family, friends, colleagues, and elected officials attended the event honoring alumnus Bob Owens, J.D., ’73. “I want to give thanks to Attorney Owens. Twenty-four years ago in the Fall of 1998 you came and spoke to our class,” recalls President Thomas Hudson, J.D. “I was