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White House Correspondents’ Association Announces Creation of Annual Scholarship for Hampton University Journalism Students

Courtesy of Hampton University  The White House Correspondents’ Association announced today the creation of a new scholarship to be awarded each year to one student at the Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications.   “It is wonderful to see Hampton University students in the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications have an opportunity to be actively engaged and covering the White House,” said Hampton University President, Dr. William R. Harvey. “The Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications (SHSJC) was built with a vision to produce ethical and competitive leaders in mass media who are equipped to practice excellence

Spelman College Receives $10 Million Grant from The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation to Support Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Written by Spelman College Spelman College today announced a $10 million grant from The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation to support an on-campus creative hub for young entrepreneurs and innovators. The funding will establish the Arthur M. Blank Innovation Lab. Formerly known as the Spelman Innovation Lab, the space is a campus-wide resource for entrepreneurial ideation, unconventional research, experimental pedagogy and exploratory play. The Arthur M. Blank Innovation Lab will form a hub for creative inquiry in Spelman’s new Center for Innovation & the Arts, a state-of-the-art learning environment slated to open in 2024. In addition to cutting edge technology

JSU Poli Sci Department receives $509K NSF grant, will collaborate with other universities on racial trauma and political behaviors

By Rachel James-Terry Political Science Professor D’Andra Orey, Ph.D., has received a $509,000 multi-year grant from the National Science Foundation. Orey serves as the principal investigator. Funds will be used to explore the intersection of race, exposure to trauma and politics on urban residents compared to individuals residing in rural areas. Partnering institutions include Mississippi Valley State University, the University of Michigan and the University of Arkansas. “The grant is intended to help facilitate mutually beneficial relationships and research between faculty and students by partnering with other schools,” says Orey. “Together, we intend to explore the mental duress caused through

Nationally-televised Basketball Games Bring Spotlight to TSU

By Texas Southern University H&PE Arena will be a sea of maroon on Saturday, February 12, when TSU basketball – and the university as a whole – gains the national stage. NBA TV is broadcasting both the women’s and men’s games, at 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., respectively, versus Grambling State. All Tiger alumni, as well as students, faculty, staff and supporters, are encouraged to attend. A limited number of free maroon, TSU-branded t-shirts will be distributed at the game, along with other special giveaways. An “Advance Your Shot” scholarship contest will be held during breaks in the games, giving

Hampton University Unveils Two New Statues Memorializing Alums Dr. Mary T. Christian & Mr. Clarence ‘Jap’ Curry

By Hampton University   Hampton University announces the recent unveiling of two new statues recognizing Hampton alums Dr. May T. Christian and Mr. Clarence F. ‘Jap’ Curry, both major contributors and stalwart supporters of Hampton University’s mission. These new statues reside next to Twitchell Hall, near the Alumni House near the University’s scenic waterfront. “I always thought that Dr. Christian and Mr. Curry were two of the most loyal, supportive, and dedicated graduates of this world-class institution. We commend the positive impact, good work and faithful efforts made by these two individuals,” said Dr. William R. Harvey, Hampton University President.  “We

The Propel Center Awards $300,000 Impact Grant Funds to Edward Waters University

Courtesy of Edward Waters University Earlier today representatives from The Propel Center and Apple, Inc. visited the campus of Edward Waters University (EWU) to present a check in the amount of $300,000.00 to EWU President & CEO, Dr. A. Zachary Faison Jr. in support of academic programming, research, and learning opportunities particularly in the areas of the arts and entertainment industries. “As Florida’s ‘Destination Institution’ of Emerging Eminence, we are honored to accept this signature gift  from our partners at The Propel Center which will also support the continued advancement of our institution’s mission to provide expanded and relevant high quality

Fedex and TSU Participate in Bell Ringing at NYSE, Highlighting New HBCU Program

By Lucas Johnson Tennessee State University was on Wall Street. TSU President Glenda Glover and one of the school’s top students joined FedEx Corporation to ring the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange on Feb. 1. The ceremonial event served as an announcement for the FedEx HBCU Student Ambassador program. President Glover and sophomore Shaun Wimberly, Jr. were joined by presidents and student ambassadors from seven other historically black colleges and universities that FedEx is currently supporting through a $5 million grant announced last year. “This is great exposure for Tennessee State University as we join FedEx Corporation

PVAMU’s new partnership with Johns Hopkins University to address historic underrepresentation in STEM

By Karen B. Cotton The PVAMU-JHU VTSI partnership initiative will reach first-generation college students and significant racial and ethnic underrepresented populations. In addition, the funding will enhance PVAMU students’ preparation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) for matriculation into competitive STEM Ph.D. programs. It will also provide scholarship, professional training, and mentorship to undergraduate and graduate students. “I am elated that PVAMU was chosen as one of the inaugural partners, and I was extremely motivated to write a proposal after being selected by Palmer to lead this PVAMU-JHU VTSI partnership initiative,” said Regisford. This collaboration creates a sustainable pipeline of STEM students that

Tennessee State University’s Wendelyn Inman Recounts Family’s Traumatic Experience in the ‘Tuskegee Experiment’

By Emmanuel Freeman It’s been nearly 50 years since the “Tuskegee Experiment” ended, but Wendelyn Inman is constantly haunted by the thought of what it did to her “Uncle Gus.” “He was in that study and didn’t realize it was a study,” says Inman, sobbing, as she recounts her family’s trauma that resulted from the study, arguably the most infamous biomedical research study in U.S. history. “They gave him syphilis and he didn’t realize he had been given syphilis,” adds Dr. Inman, a professor and director of the public health programs in the College of Health Professions at Tennessee State

Texas Southern University Celebrates Black History Month

Courtesy of Texas Southern University, Texas Southern University officially kicks off Black History Month on Tuesday, February 1, with a comprehensive calendar of events highlighting the excellence of African Americans and featuring events produced and hosted by students, faculty and staff. A spotlight will be placed on Black history in the city of Houston and on the campus of Texas Southern University. On Wednesday, February 23, a first-ever Black History Month Convocation will honor the contributions of Reverend William A. Lawson, founding pastor emeritus of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, which had its beginnings on the TSU campus. This special event,

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