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Central State University Faces Ongoing Fiscal Challenges

One year ago, the Ohio Department of Higher Education put Central State University on fiscal watch, citing multiple financial discrepancies. It marked the third time Ohio’s only public historically Black university was placed on a fiscal watch since 2005. A financial accounting report from Ohio Auditor Keith Faber, the university’s recovery plan and an assessment from Gov. Mike DeWine all shine a light on severe deficiencies in fiscal oversight, academic operations and building maintenance. Central State was founded in 1887 in Wilberforce. Here is a look back at Central State’s most-recent fiscal watch: July 1, 2024: Morakinyo A.O. Kuti becomes the 10th

Claflin University Reconsiders Brian McKnight Gala Booking

Claflin University says it is currently “exploring options” after social media users raised concerns about the HBCU’s apparent decision to book R&B singer Brian McKnight for its Presidential Scholarship Gala. The school’s message — posted as an image by university accounts — reads: “Claflin University values and respects the perspectives of our constituents and stakeholders. We take your concerns regarding the artist for the Scholarship Gala seriously and are currently exploring options. Thank you for your loyal and continued support as we work to ensure this event is a beacon of light for our institution while raising needed funds to support student

MacKenzie Scott Donates Millions to HBCUs Nationwide

Following her recent $70 million gift to the United Negro College Fund and $63 million gift to Morgan State University, MacKenzie Scott has announced yet another round of funding in support of historically Black colleges and universities. Over the past week, the billionaire philanthropist has pledged $38 million to Alabama State University, $42 million to Alcorn State University in Mississippi, and $38 million to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. These gifts mark the largest single donations ever received by each institution. Notably, Scott’s donations are unrestricted, meaning each university can freely decide where to direct their new funds. At Alabama State University, leadership

Xavier University Lays Off 50 Staff Members Amid Financial Restructuring

Written By Lexx Thornton Xavier University announced significant layoffs on Thursday afternoon, parting ways with 50 staff members due to what the institution described as necessary financial restructuring.  The university confirmed that 46 full-time employees were affected by the cuts. Departments impacted include Campus Ministry, the Office of Social Justice, and the Mass Communication department.  The timing of the announcement has led to shock among the community, as it comes close to the Thanksgiving holiday and in the middle of the school’s centennial year celebrations. The news caught many employees off guard. One former staff member, who requested anonymity due

Dillard University Welcomes Two New Vice Presidents

Dillard University, a historically Black educational institution in New Orleans, Louisiana, has recently announced two new additions to President Monique Guillory’s executive leadership team. Darvelle Hutchins is the new vice president for institutional advancement. In this role, he will oversee the HBCU’s fundraising activities, community and government relations, marketing, alumni relations, and strategic partnerships. Before his new position, Dr. Hutchins was vice president of social impact and culture for GMB Management LLC, the parent company of the New Orleans Saints football team and the New Orleans Pelicans basketball team. Earlier in his career, he taught communication studies at California Polytechnic State

Spelman College Renames English Dept to Reflect Diversity

Spelman College, a historically Black liberal arts institution for women in Atlanta, has eliminated its English department and renamed it the department of literature, media, and writing. “We’ve changed our major curriculum to move away from the colonial legacies associated with English literature,” said department chair Patricia Ventura. “Decolonizing our major means foregrounding how we work with cultural texts from a wide range of places and traditions.” While traditional “English” classes, such as British and American literature, are still offered,  the department no longer structures its undergraduate major’s requirements around national literature traditions. Instead, the curriculum will focus on liberatory

Lincoln University Hosts 1st National HBCU Tech Symposium

Written By Lexx Thornton Lincoln University of Pennsylvania—the nation’s first degree-granting Historically Black College and University (HBCU)—through its Office of Research & Sponsored Programs (ORSP), is pleased to invite you and your institution to participate in the upcoming 1st National HBCU Symposium: Digital Innovations in Enhancing Teaching Effectiveness & Student Learning Outcomes.  This inaugural symposium is part of our ongoing efforts under the Connecting Minority Communities (CMC)/National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Grant to foster collaboration among HBCUs and minority-serving institutions.  The goal of the symposium is to highlight and share innovative digital tools, pedagogical strategies, and evidence-based practices that

SNIPES Expands HBCU Pay It Forward Initiative in 2025

Leading streetwear retailer continues Pay It Forward legacy with scholarships, cultural celebrations, and authentic community engagement across historically Black colleges  SNIPES US, a leading global sneaker and streetwear retailer, is deepening its commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) this fall with a series of major campus activations that blend cultural celebration, educational empowerment, and community investment. Building on three years of impactful programming through its Pay It Forward initiative, SNIPES has brought exclusive experiences to Norfolk State University, Morehouse College, and Hampton University throughout Fall 2025. SNIPES USA Norfolk State University – Nike Yardrunners Partnership Block Party Since

Southface Launches Resilient HBCU Sustainability Program

Southface Institute, an Atlanta-based nonprofit for sustainable building science, with support from the Sustain Our Future Foundation, has launched the “Building Improvement Toolkits for Resilient HBCUs” initiative, a three-year pilot program to improve campus sustainability and enhance climate resilience on historically Black college and university campuses, beginning with Clark Atlanta University, Morgan State University in Baltimore, Spelman College in Atlanta, Texas Southern University, and Xavier University of Louisiana. Each participating HBCU will receive a $150,000 grant to support climate action projects and operational improvements. A total of 25 students from across the five institutions will receive year-long, paid fellowships, providing

Tamara Josserand Named N.C. A&T Vice Chancellor of Advancement

Written by Lexx Thornton A development professional with a near 30-year career in fundraising leadership for major universities from Connecticut to California is the new vice chancellor for University Advancement for North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.  Tamara Michel Josserand, M.Ed., MBA, vice president for Development at the University of Washington in Seattle, will assume the new role in East Greensboro in mid-December. The Division of University Advancement that she will lead includes Alumni Relations, Development, Donor Relations, Annual and Leadership Giving, Corporate and Foundation Engagement, Gift Planning and Advancement Operations.  Josserand’s career includes stints at the University of

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