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Xavier Leads $50M Clean Hydrogen Grant for Louisiana Energy

Courtesy of Xavier University of Louisiana H2theFuture, a 25-organization partnership including Xavier University of Louisiana, was awarded a $50 million federal grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA). Spearheaded by Greater New Orleans Inc. and the Greater New Orleans Development Foundation, the grant supports efforts to transition the state away from nonrenewable energy to renewable energy, which utilizes a cleaner form of hydrogen. Clean hydrogen is a non-toxic, clean energy source less harmful to the environment. H2theFuture will develop and implement a clean hydrogen cluster strategy to retain and create Louisiana jobs while substantially reducing carbon emissions in the

Delaware State Secures $5.7M NIH Grant for Neuroscience Growth

Courtesy of Delaware State University Delaware State University has received a five-year $5.7 million National Institute of Health (NIH) grant in a significant financial expression of continued support for the University’s Delaware Center for Neuroscience Research. The grant – which specifically comes from the NIH’s National Institution of General Medical Sciences through its Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE) program – supports the work of the Delaware Center for Neuroscience Research and the growth of that activity in Delaware The Delaware Center for Neuroscience Research is a collaboration between Delaware State University, the lead institution, and the University of Delaware. Initially established 2012

Howard University Mixed-Use Building Launches in Shaw, DC

By Misha Cornelius Howard University announced the development of a mixed-use building adjacent to its main campus in Washington, D.C.’s Shaw neighborhood, the latest real estate initiative in the University’s Campus Master Plan. In partnership with Lowe, local minority developer FLGA, and D.C.-based firm Davenport Group, Howard will transform the 1.85-acre site, currently used as parking lots for the University, into a 10-story building with up to 500 residential units, 27,000 square feet of retail, and 246 below-grade parking spaces, as well as amenities for Howard University community members. “We are thrilled to partner with another best-in-class team that will build on the momentum of our

N.C. A&T Announces Second February One Scholars Cohort

Courtesy of North Carolina A&T State University North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has announced its second cohort of February One Scholars. These 15 academically talented first-year undergraduates are following the path of leadership and service the A&T Four began as Aggie freshmen. Eight scholars are from North Carolina, two are from Georgia, two are from South Carolina, and the remaining three are from California, New Jersey and Ohio. They boast an average GPA of 4.1 and ranked in the top 15% of their graduating high school class. Eligibility requirements include a minimum weighted 3.75 cumulative GPA and demonstrated

Benedict College Honors Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis & I.S. Johnson

Courtesy of Benedict College The National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. hosted its Annual Induction Ceremony on Friday, September 23, 2022, at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta. Each year, Alumni of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) are honored for their significant contributions to their respective institution. This year, Benedict College celebrates two inductees, its 14th and first female President and CEO, Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis, and Alumnus I. S. Leevy Johnson. Attorney Johnson has been practicing law for over forty years and is recognized as one of the top criminal attorneys. “I am deeply honored to be recognized

Morgan State’s Dr. Sherchan Honored in AAEES 40 Under 40

Courtesy of Morgan State University Samendra Sherchan, Ph.D, associate professor of Biology from the School of Computer, Mathematical and Natural Sciences (SCMNS), named to the American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists® (AAEES) 40 Under 40 Recognition Program. AAEES serves the environmental engineering and environmental science professions and encourages ongoing development within the field through a variety of enrichment activities including workshops and seminars, sponsored lecture series, university accreditation, cultivating talent pipelines by engaging students and young professionals. The recognition was given to Dr. Sherchan, an environmental health microbiologist, in appreciation of his dedication to notable achievements in environmental science or environmental engineering.

NCCU & RTI Launch CARES Lab to Advance Environmental Health

By Ayana D. Hernandez North Carolina Central University (NCCU) and RTI International, a nonprofit research institute, today hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate the launch of the NCCU-RTI Center for Applied Research in Environmental Sciences (CARES) and an accompanying shared lab space on RTI’s campus. Together researchers from both institutions will study the role the environment plays on health and disease and the disproportionate impact on underserved populations. “NCCU celebrates with RTI International on enhancing our collaboration that has been nurtured formally over the past three years,” said Johnson O. Akinleye, Ph.D., chancellor of North Carolina Central University. “The new NCCU-RTI

Jackson State University College of Business Celebrates 50 Years

Courtesy of Jackson State University Jackson State University is celebrating the anniversary of its College of Business, and the festivities will last to the end of the year! Learn more in the release from Jackson State. Jackson State University’s College of Business (COB) is celebrating its 50th anniversary. On Monday, July25, the college commemorated decades of success with a kick-off reception noting milestones and the thousands of graduates it has produced. “This means 50 years of excellence; 50 years of producing those excellent Black entrepreneurs, economists, accountants and just really doing the great work to move this state forward,” said JSU President Thomas K. Hudson,

FSU’s Dr. Robert Taber at White House Discusses Biden Policies

Courtesy of Fayetteville State University Dr. Robert Taber, an Associate Professor of History at Fayetteville State University (FSU), will participate in the “Communities in Action” event on the White House grounds tomorrow to discuss the impact of Biden-Harris policies and recent legislation on North Carolinians. Taber will join North Carolina elected officials and community leaders at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building for a roundtable discussion and briefings from senior White House and Cabinet officials. He plans to highlight the impact of American Rescue Plan funds on Fayetteville State students’ progress toward graduation, the enabling of important campus capital improvements, the

Fisk University Welcomes New Business Faculty Experts

By Maya Brown Fisk University is excited to welcome three new faculty members to its business department: Dr. Duncan Pelly, Dr. Sufyan Baksh, and Ngozi Nnaji, MS. In recent years, the University’s business department has grown significantly as many students are coveting a career in the corporate world upon graduation. These three professors will add tremendous expertise to the business department, spanning a broad range of topics including entrepreneurship, management, fintech, marketing, risk management and insurance. With the additions of these outstanding faculty, Fisk will be positioned to develop new programs/concentrations and to pursue Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of

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