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Tuskegee Alumna Turns Chemistry Into Ice Cream Success

Courtesy of Tuskegee University An HBCU alumna in Ellenwood, Georgia has found a way to make ice cream better than it already is. As owner of the successful [N7] Kream Lab Nitrogen Ice Cream Lounge, Kelli Bain has attracted customers from far and wide. She uses one special ingredient to help her sweet treats rise above all the competition: liquid nitrogen! Unbeknownst to many, the unusual choice cuts down on freezing times and unnecessary ingredients. The Tuskegee University graduate’s passion for ice cream took root in Indianapolis, where she learned the tricks of the trade from her grandfather. Affectionately called “Papaw,” the educator and gourmet chef

Military Bands to Perform at Savannah State University

Courtesy of Savannah State University Savannah State University’s Visual and Performing Arts Program will welcome two bands, the 3rd Infantry Division Band and the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, to perform in concert for community members and students studying music on Wednesday, Nov. 9. Free and open to the public, the event will be held from 4 – 6 p.m. at T.A. Wright Stadium. Masterclasses will be provided to students followed by a question and answer session. “This is a great opportunity for our students to see and learn from professional instrumentalists whose level of perfection is unrivaled,” said

ASU PT Students to Present Research at National Conference

By Hazel Scott Alabama State University’s Department of Physical Therapy (PT) in the College of Health Sciences,  a leading graduate institution that emphasizes health science education through innovative classroom education, will have four students presenting key research posters at the national American Physical Therapy Association Conference in San Diego, California, February 23-25, 2023. The Combined Sections Meeting (CMS) is one of the largest annual Physical Therapy Conferences in the nation. ​DPT ​students Morgan Clausell, Paris Fountain, Nikia Moore, and Zoie Wilson  will present their research on “Cultural Competence in Physical Therapists.” Their faculty advisers are Dr. Charlene Portee, dean, College of the

Nikole Hannah-Jones Hosts Inaugural Democracy Summit at HU

By Sholnn Z. Freeman Nikole Hannah-Jones, the Knight Chair in Race and Journalism and founder of the Center for Journalism & Democracy at Howard University, will host a Democracy Summit for veteran and budding journalists. During this day-long event, participants will hear from foremost experts on threats facing our democracy, examine how American journalists are responding to this moment, and come away with a new mandate for protecting our democracy now. The Democracy Summit will take place 1p.m. to 5p.m. at Howard University’s Blackburn Center, 2397 Sixth St., NW, Washington, D.C. 20059. The Democracy Summit will be the inaugural event for the Center for Journalism & Democracy, the first-of-its-kind

Morgan State Receives $9M AI & Cybersecurity DoD Grant

Courtesy of Morgan State University The Office of Naval Research (ONR) has awarded Morgan State University a five-year, $9 million grant to address a critical Department of Defense (DoD) need for research in building diverse knowledge bases related to artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), especially with respect to cybersecurity. In addition, the grant will be leveraged to elevate the University’s standing as a high research institution as ranked by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The resources will be administered through Morgan’s Division of Research and Economic Development (D-RED) to fund collaborative research conducted by the newly

Bowie State Honors 408 Dean’s List Students at Football Game

By D. Thompson More than 408 students who made the Dean’s List for Spring Semester 2022 were honored for their achievement with a pre-game tailgate and half-time recognition at Bowie State’s final football game on Saturday Nov. 5 to demonstrate the university’s commitment to academic excellence and show support for BSU scholars. Carl Goodman, provost and vice president for academic affairs, said acknowledging students in a public forum for their work goes a long way to encourage greater academic performance for all students. To qualify for the Dean’s List, an individual must be a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student taking graded

TSU Leads $5M HBCU Grant to Boost STEM Careers in Nashville

By Alexis Clark Tennessee State University will serve as the lead institution to promote STEM education and careers for Nashville’s HBCUs. TSU is one of 11 minority serving institutions that will share a $30 million grant from the U.S Dept. of Energy to invest in the next generation of STEM leaders. The goal is to develop highly qualified students and foster a well-trained, technically skilled, and a more inclusive workforce. TSU in partnership with Fisk University and Meharry Medical College were awarded $5 million in total. “Preparing more technically skilled students will allow TSU graduates to be more competitive in

Monica Lewis Named Top Business Woman in Mississippi 2022

By Justin Walls Monica Lewis, Ph.D., director of Development for Jackson State University Athletics, was named one of 2022’s Top 50 Distinguished Leading Business Women in Mississippi. The recognition program presented by the Mississippi Business Journal honors Mississippi’s most powerful and influential women business leaders. Lewis was selected from several hundred qualified nominations of businesswomen in top management and leadership positions across Mississippi. “I am extremely honored to be a part of such a dynamic group. This strong network of business and community-minded women are shaping the growth and positive impact of the entire state of Mississippi,” she said. Lewis has garnered

Africa University Celebrates 30 Years of Impactful Growth

By Eveline Chikwanah Africa University has a major role to play in the development of the continent, said the keynote speaker at the United Methodist institution’s 30th anniversary celebrations. Michael Ugwueke, president and chief executive officer of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis, Tennessee, lauded the university’s accomplishments during the Oct. 22 festivities, while also acknowledging room for growth. “Let us look forward to all that might be accomplished in the next 30 years. What does AU need to do to fulfill its responsibility in the progress of Africa?” Ugwueke asked. He noted that the top 10 largest countries in Africa

Albany State Receives $2.9M Grant to Expand Broadband Access

Courtesy of Albany State University Albany State University (ASU) has been awarded $2.9 million for the Connecting Minority Communities Program federal grant from the United States Department of Commerce. This grant was made possible by the Consolidated Appropriation Act of 2021. The Connecting Minority Communities Program will plan, develop, and expand the institution’s reach to online and distance learning globally. With a focus on broadband expansions, the program will enhance the educational instruction and learning opportunities offered at ASU. “We are honored to be awarded the grant for the Connecting Minority Communities Program. This grant will address the growing demand of

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