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Hampton University Hosted a COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic at Holland Hall

By Hampton University,  Hampton University (HU)  held a vaccination clinic from 9 AM to 4:30 PM, Saturday, January 8, in the campus’ Holland Hall gymnasium, located directly across the parking lot from the Hampton University Convocation Center, for citizens ages 5 and up. First, second and third doses of the Pfizer vaccine (ages 12 and up), first and second doses of the Pfizer vaccine (ages 5 to 11), and only booster shots for the Moderna vaccine will be administered on-site. “It has always been Hampton’s mission and responsibility to serve our local and regional community, we will continue to administer this much-needed

Howard Professor Ranks Among Top Education Scholars

Written by Howard University Newsroom  Professor of counseling psychology at Howard University and author Ivory A. Toldson, Ph.D. has been recognized among the nation’s top scholars in education in the 2022 Edu-Scholar Public Influence Rankings. The annual list ranks the top 200 scholars based on their influence on academic scholarship and public debate as reflected in old and new media. The ranking is meant to recognize and encourage scholars who successfully merge education scholarship with policy and practice. A scholar and advocate for education, Toldson’s ranking is emblematic of his longstanding efforts to do just that. The author of numerous publications, Toldson’s 2019

Clark Atlanta University President George T. French Jr. Ph.D. Selected Among 100 Most Influential Georgians

By Clark Atlanta University Clark Atlanta University (CAU) President George T. French Jr. selected among the Most Influential Georgians by Georgia Trend Magazine. The magazine published its 24th annual listing this month.  It includes remarkable Georgians who have helped to ensure the state remains at the top for doing business and improving the lives of all of its citizens. According to Georgia Trend this was especially true as the nation and world continues to face challenges from COVID-19 and political conflicts. “It is an honor to be recognized by Georgia Trend Magazine among such distinguished and esteemed Georgians. The work done

Hampton University Receives $1 Million Grant from the New York Life Foundation to Support Diverse STEM-Focused Scholars

Written by Hampton University Newsroom  Hampton University announced today that the New York Life Foundation, the charitable arm of New York Life, has contributed $1 million to the institution for the establishment of six separate funds, with the focus of helping diverse STEM-focused scholars succeed and grow in their academic careers. Award disbursals will begin in spring 2022 for the fall academic school year.  “We are grateful for the New York Life Foundation’s commitment to Hampton University and its students,” said Dr. William R. Harvey, Hampton University President. “By investing so broadly in Hampton, the New York Life Foundation is

Jennie E. Lane Legacy Society Inductees Honored

Coutesy of Lane College, Lane College would like to formally congratulate Greg (’70) and Cheryl Davis and Leon Freeman (’68) on their recent induction into the Jennie E. Lane Legacy Society. The Society welcomes those alumni and friends into the membership once they have documented a commitment to Lane College of $100,000 or more. The ceremony was held Friday, November 12 on the 139th anniversary of the first session of the C.M.E. High School, later to become Lane College. The Society is named in honor of Miss Jennie E. Lane, the first teacher at the institution. A reception was held

Student/Parent Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, January 6, 2022

Written by Howard University Newsroom Dear Howard University Community, On Thursday, January 6, 2022, at 5:30 p.m., Provost Anthony Wutoh will host a town hall meeting for students and parents regarding the planning for the Spring 2022 term at Howard University. The omicron variant has increased the number of persons exposed to COVID-19, not only in the District of Columbia, but all over the United States. As a consequence, the University has already taken steps to provide additional safeguards for students, faculty and staff by requiring all to have the booster shot no later than January 31, 2022 and delaying the start of the Spring

TSU Delaying Classes Due to Covid-19 Omicron Variant

By Lucas Johnson Tennessee State University’s classes for the spring semester will be delayed for one week and will begin on Monday, January 24, 2022, due to the COVID-19 omicron variant. TSU opened as planned on January 3 for administrators and staff. The University will continue to monitor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and will follow state and local guidance regarding any developments pertaining to COVID-19 and related variants. Federal, state, and local health and safety guidance will also continue to drive the University’s actions regarding course delivery and in-person operations affecting the TSU community. Faculty, staff,

Girl Scouts’ West Alabama Service Center hosts first event on campus after moving to Hay Center in September

By David Miller When Carla Longmire took the stage at the Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama’s Mini Leadership Summit, she was motivated by both the opportunity and the responsibility. Roughly 50 Girl Scouts from nine counties attended the day-long summit at Stillman on Dec. 11 and participated in a variety of activities and speaker sessions that tied to this year’s theme of “Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies.” Longmire, chief of police at Stillman College, was one of four speakers at the Summit and emphasized the importance of internet safety for girls and young women, and how to become a leader in a

Georgia Trend 100 Most Influential Georgians

By Morehouse College Georgia Trend recently named Morehouse College’s President David A. Thomas, Ph.D. and alumni Milton Little ’76, Nathaniel Smith ’96, and U.S. Senator Rev. Raphael Warnock ’91 to its annual Most Influential Georgians list. This annual list from Georgia Trend magazine consists of “leaders who have inspired and spearheaded efforts to meet and beat challenges in virtually every corner of the Peach State.” Milton Little ’76 is the first Black president and CEO of United Way of Greater Atlanta where he guides the expansion of programs that benefit children and some of the metro region’s most vulnerable citizens. As the second largest

AOB Thrills In 2022 Rose Bowl Parade: Band Wows Many in ‘West Coast Swing’

By Emmanuel Freeman Tennessee State University’s Aristocrat of Bands once again showcased its excellence to the world with a spectacular performance in the 2022 Rose Bowl Parade on New Year’s Day. One of only four university marching bands and the only HBCU to participate in this year’s Tournament of Roses, the AOB also captivated huge crowds and fans in a “West Coast swing” that included performances in Disney Land, the African American Museum, and a halftime show for the Los Angeles Lakers in the Staples Center. TSU President Glenda Glover, who traveled to California with a large group of TSU

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