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Tuskegee University awarded $2 million grant from the National Science Foundation

Courtesy of Tuskegee University, Tuskegee University was awarded a five-year $2 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to educate the next generation of STEM graduates in sustainable packaging materials. This National Science Foundation Research Traineeship (NRT) award to Tuskegee University will establish a multidisciplinary traineeship in sustainable nanobiomaterials. This project is a partnership between three doctoral programs to develop innovative sustainable biomaterials for biodegradable packaging systems, including biomedical and food packaging. The project anticipates training 40 graduate-level students: including ten from the master’s program and 30 from the doctoral program within the Materials Science and Engineering, Integrative Biosciences,

Department of Defense (DoD) selects Tuskegee University to receive equipment/instrumentation award

By Tuskegee University, The Department of Defense (DoD), through the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering USD(R&E), has listed Tuskegee University as a recipient of the fiscal year (FY) 2021 DoD Equipment/Instrumentation award under the Research and Education Program for Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority-Serving Institutions (HBCUs/MSIs). The award totaling $101,625 will support the acquisition of a Zeta potential analyzer and an Advanced Automated Goniometer/Tensiometer. Dr. Shahryar Jafarinejad, assistant professor of the Chemical Engineering Department and Tuskegee University faculty senate member, served as the project’s principal investigator, and Dr. Nader Vahdat, professor and

The Everlasting Dream

By Ronald E. Goodwin, Ph.D, Last year in this space, I sought to honor the sacrifices of Martin Luther King Jr. by focusing on some of the gains made by the black community since Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act (1964) and the Voting Rights Act (1965). As part of the academic community, I celebrated the increases in high school and college graduation rates. Also, during the same period since the 1960s, the poverty rates decreased because of measurable gains in median household incomes. Last year’s opinion piece was personal. In my mind’s eye, the Merciful Creator allowed me

Beloved president of Delta Sigma Theta, Cheryl Hickmon, dies after battling illness

By Iyani Hughes The national president of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., died Thursday after battling a “recent illness,” according to a statement from the sorority. Cheryl A. Hickmon, a native of Connecticut, was elected president during the last national convention, which took place in Atlanta in November 2021. Hickmon served Delta for more than 37 years. She was a Golden Life Member of Delta, initiated in the Alpha Xi Chapter at South Carolina State University and was most recently an active member of the Hartford Alumnae Chapter. According to the Sorority’s website, Hickmon’s service to the sorority encompassed various

Howard University Joins NBCU Academy In A New Academic Partnership

Written by Howard University Newsroom Staff Howard University Cathy Hughes School of Communications and College of Engineering and Architecture join a multiyear partnership with NBCU Academy, NBCU News Group’s multiplatform journalism training and development program. The new 2022 cohort, which introduces STEM programs into the academy, grows NBCU Academy’s geographic footprint, diversifies the student population through specialized programs, and expands beyond journalism to include business, engineering, technology, and sports programs. Howard students join a robust group of partners, including Florida A&M University, Arizona State, and University of Texas at Arlington. “The NBCU Academy is a phenomenal opportunity for our students

Stillman to cap MLK Weekend events with showing of “What About Me”

Courtesy of Stillman College Stillman College will host a special screening of “What About Me,” a documentary that explores the lived experiences of Black men in America. The hour-long documentary aims to create more dialog about how Black men are perceived in America and shine a light on their successes. “What About Me” explores the stereotypes of Black men in mass media and features testimonials from Black men who are successful in various industries. “Basically, I got tired of the limited imagery of Black men in America,” said Taroue Brooks, one of the project’s three executive producers and a Stillman College trustee,

TSU students wait for housing assignment as spring semester nears

By Tosin Fakile Frustration builds as some Tennessee State University students are unhappy and anxious about not having housing assigned with the spring semester starting in a few days. TSU sophomore Zavian Carter said he has been waiting for his spring semester housing assignment since last semester. Some TSU students have reached out to News4 about not having housing sorted out on the brink of the semester starting for the second semester in a row. “I’ve been waiting since November when we were let out for Thanksgiving,” Carter said. “It was the housing intent form, and they had us fill

Howard Magazine Wins Three 2021 Folio: Eddie and Ozzie Awards

Written by Howard University Newsroom The Office of University Communications is pleased to announce that Howard Magazine won three 2021 Folio: Eddie and Ozzie Awards this Fall. The Folio Awards are run by Folio, a New York-based business magazine focused on trends in the publishing industry, and bring together some of the best publications around the country and the world. The nominations were announced last September, and the awards ceremony took place on October 14, 2021. Magazines and newsletters in print and digital from all segments were recognized for their writing and design, including consumer, business, industry, nonprofits, universities and more. The

Future Bankers at TSU Achieve 100% Pass Rate on Industry Exam

By Texas Southern University Students in Texas Southern University’s newly-established Future Bankers Leadership Program (FBLP) achieved an impressive 100 percent pass rate for a key professional certification exam – giving them a distinct advantage as they pursue careers in the finance and banking industry. The Risk Management Association Credit Essentials Certificate (RMA CEC), which is tied to the program’s curriculum, helps students immediately distinguish themselves in a highly competitive field. The exam covers a variety of subjects, including cash flow, financial statements, projections, management, strategy, customer relations, credit, documentation and tax returns. The students earned the RMA CEC by scoring an 80

A Message from the Savannah State University President Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Courtesy of Savannah State University Monday, January 17th, Savannah State University joined the nation in honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., beloved father, pastor and leader of the American civil rights movement. We pause every year to rightfully remember his life, and reflect upon the service and sacrifice of the many who fought alongside Dr. King, as well as those who continue to this day to fight for justice and equality for all. Sixty-two years ago, Dr. King gave an address titled “Keep Moving from This Mountain.” Although our society has progressed a great deal since that speech, many

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