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HBCUs In Jeopardy of Losing Funding for Black Cultural Studies

By April Ryan “This is only the beginning of a long fight,” according to Democratic North Carolina Congresswoman Alma Adams. She is addressing the Executive Order to pause federal loans and grants. There is an overwhelming concern in the Historically Black College and University community that many key programs focused on race and equity will be impacted. Adams, a ranking member of a House Subcommittee on Higher Education and the Founder and Co-Chair of the Bicameral HBCU Caucus, issued a statement to Black Press USA once a federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump’s funding freeze. Adams, whose state houses 11 HBCUs, the

HBCU set to drop six programs due to lack of resources

By Stephen J. Gaither Talladega College made headlines last year when it shelved its gymnastics team – the second in HBCU history – after one season. Apparently that was the tip of the iceberg. The Alabama-based HBCU is dropping several sports due to lack of resources. Men’s volleyball, acrobatics and tumbling, men’s and women’s golf, and men’s and women’s indoor track programs are all being discontinued by the fall semester. “In making these tough decisions, it is essential to note that a feasibility study was not conducted before establishing these programs,” the school stated in a release. “The decision to

DEI rollback forces West Virginia HBCU to review programs

By Stephen J. Gaither West Virginia State, a predominately white HBCU, is now dealing with the ramifications of Gov. Patrick Morrisey’s anti-DEI decree. The Institute, WV-based HBCU says it is reviewing its programs to make sure that Morrisey’s anti-diversity, equity and inclusion executive order is being followed. “Like all institutions of higher education in West Virginia, we are assessing our institution to ensure that we are in compliance with both the executive orders issued by Gov. Morrisey and the latest requirements issued by the federal government,” WVSU President Ericke S. Cage told West Virginia Watch. West Virginia State University (WVSU),

What Dr. Ibram Kendi’s Appointment to Howard Means for HBCUs—and Black Scholarship

By Crystal A. deGregory Supporters of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) welcomed Howard University’s announcement late last week of Dr. Ibram X. Kendi’s appointmentDr. Crystal A. deGregory as a history professor and director of the Howard Institute for Advanced Study. Kendi, a historian and antiracist activist, has made waves since publishing Stamped from the Beginning, which won the 2016 National Book Award for Nonfiction. Most recently, he was the Andrew W. Mellon Professor in the Humanities at Boston University, where he founded the Center for Antiracist Research under a five-year charter in 2020.  With Kendi’s departure comes news that the center’s

President Of One Of America’s Oldest Historic Black Colleges Builds Bridges In Sacramento

By Stephen Magagnini Dr. Donzell Lee, president of Tougaloo College in Jackson, Mississippi, made a pilgrimage to Sacramento on Jan. 27 to promote Black education and partnerships with California colleges in a time of great political uncertainty. He was hosted by Dr. Alan Rowe, a veteran Sacramento educator who has pioneered relationships between local schools and HBCUs. “Dr. Lee is sharing the importance of using HBCUs as an option for higher education with the challenges coming from the new administration and people wanting to take away opportunities for our community. It is a timely visit,” Rowe said. Dr. Lee, 75,

‘We must know our past to know our future’: Miles College celebrates Black History Month

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By Bryce Oselen The month of February is nationally recognized as Black History Month. Students attending Miles College say they’re using the month to learn more about their history. Founded in 1898, Miles College’s history is rich, Jalen Stewart serves as Mr. Miles College and says the month of February at his university compares to no other. “Once I first got here to this HBCU, I was just here. I’m a first-generation college student, but I put in a little bit of work myself and did some research to understand, what’s the importance of this, and as you see, I’m

HBCU Achieves Record-Breaking Graduate Enrollment Following College Reinstatement

By Ashley Brown Winston-Salem State University is celebrating a historic milestone as it announces its highest graduate student enrollment, reaching 590 students for the Fall 2024 semester. This achievement reflects a remarkable 14.3% increase from the previous year’s enrollment of 516 students and signifies a significant turnaround following the reinstatement of its graduate college in December 2022. Dr. Montrale Boykin, interim dean of the graduate college, attributes this substantial growth to the university’s renewed focus on expanding graduate programs after a decade-long hiatus. “This is the largest enrollment in the history of the institution,” Boykin stated, highlighting the impressive 31.2% increase in

HBCU Launches Leadership Program for Aspiring K-12 Superintendents

Courtesy of Southern University A&M College Southern University A&M College is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural leadership program tailored specifically for current and aspiring K-12 education leaders. Officially titled the Southern University Academy for Current and Aspiring Superintendents, this groundbreaking initiative, developed in collaboration with HYA Search, will kick off this spring. The Academy will equip K-12 educators with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful transition into public school superintendent. It specifically targets the creation of a diverse pool of educational leaders, emphasizing support for those from underrepresented communities. Currently, women and individuals from Black or Latino

Bronx students kick-off Black History Month with a personal HBCU experience

By Erica Lunsford Students at P.S. 28X in Tremont celebrated the start of Black History Month on Monday with a visit from Lincoln University’s marching band. Staff at the primary school collaborated with the university to showcase some of the culture of Historically Black Universities and Colleges (HBCUs) to inspire the next generation about college. “We’re here to empower the kids to come to HBCUs, represent our culture, be a part and just have fun with whatever you do,” said Lincoln University sophomore Rasheia Davis. The students cheered while enjoying various song selections and dance moves from the band. “Obviously,

HBCU Launches Task Force to Combat Declining Black Male Enrollment

Courtesy of Morgan State University According to recent data from the American Institute for Boys and Men, Morgan State has witnessed a 25% drop in Black male enrollment since 2010. This decline surpasses the 22% drop observed across all U.S. higher education institutions. Despite record-breaking total enrollment figures—making Morgan the nation’s third-largest HBCU as of last fall—the percentage of Black male students has decreased notably from 43% in 2015 to 37% in fall 2024. University President David K. Wilson acknowledged the situation’s urgency in a recent statement, emphasizing Morgan’s longstanding commitment to providing access and opportunity for Black males pursuing higher education.

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