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Myriad Genetics Supports Xavier University of Louisiana Genetic Counseling Program to Advance Health Equity, Data and Informatics

Written by Xavier University of Louisiana newsroom, Xavier University of Louisiana announced that Myriad Genetics (MYGN:NASDAQ), a leader in genetic testing and precision medicine, will support its new Genetic Counseling Program with a donation focusing on the advancement of healthcare equity, data and informatics. Myriad Genetics’ support is among the university’s first collaborations designed to support professional diversity, reduce health disparities and increase access to data-driven genetic insights. Genetic counselors advise individuals and families affected by or at risk for genetic disorders and support them in making informed healthcare decisions. The donation from Myriad Genetics will support the initial development

TSU Thanks Healthcare Workers on the Frontlines Fighting Covid-19

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By Emmanuel Freeman Tennessee State University recently showed its appreciation for frontline workers in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic by gifting more than 2,500 potted African Violet plants to healthcare workers at several hospitals, clinics and other facilities in the Nashville metro area. Representing TSU President Glenda Glover, the Dean of the College of Agriculture, Dr. Chandra Reddy, led a group of university officials and staff to deliver the plants to doctors, nurses and other healthcare workers at Ascension Saint Thomas West, Select Specialty Hospital, Nashville General Hospital, Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Clinic, and Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The act

African-American Students’ Academic Achievement in STEM at HBCUs

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Written by Felecia M. Nave, Fred A. Bonner and Chance Lewis Numerous reports assert that the United States must increase its production of highly educated workers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields in order to maintain its competitive edge in the global marketplace (Committee on Equal Opportunities in Science and Engineering 2004; National Science Foundation (NSF) 2006a, b; Southern Education Foundation, 2005). Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have an established and commendable record graduating African-American students in STEM fields. They are best suited to assist the United States in meeting its STEM workforce needs. According to the

TSU College of Engineering Receives $70K Grant from Lockheed Martin for Student Scholarships

By Lucas Johnson Tennessee State University’s College of Engineering has been awarded a $70,000 grant from Lockheed Martin Corporation for student scholarships and other support. The funds will be used to support four students with scholarships of $3,000 each. The grant will also support the Pre-College programs in the College of Engineering, including the Engineering Concepts Institute (ECI) for incoming engineering students (residential four-week program), and the Pre-Experience Program to Stimulate Interests in Engineering (PEPSIE), a program for 9th-11th grade students for one-week. “The Lockheed Martin Corporation continues to be a strong advocate for investing in a more diverse workforce

Lincoln University To Co-Host Inaugural Mid-Atlantic Underground Railroad Conference

By Lincoln University Newsroom, The Lincoln University Center for the Study of the Underground Railroad and Voices Underground—an organization focused on preserving and sharing the Underground Railroad’s story—next spring will host their inaugural conference: “Seeking Freedom: The Underground Railroad in the Mid-Atlantic.” The three-day conference will be held Thursday through Saturday, March 31 to April 2, 2022, on the Lincoln University main campus. “Considering that the Mid-Atlantic was a major hub used to get enslaved Blacks to freedom, this will be a historic conference,” says Dr. Nafeesa Muhammad, assistant professor of history at Lincoln University and a member of the

Vice President Kamala Harris to visit Hampton to advocate for more focus on STEM

By Mia Berry As a part of National Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Week, Vice President Kamala Harris will visit Hampton University on Friday. Harris’ visit will stress the importance of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education at HBCUs, and she will tour STEM facilities as part of the White House Initiative’s HBCU Week conference, which began Tuesday and ends Friday. “Vice President Harris will continue her long-standing efforts to uplift and support HBCUs by visiting Hampton University. HBCUs play an important role in training for the future — and keeping our nation competitive through STEM education,” said

Howard University School of Business Ranked No. 23 Best Business School by Bloomberg Businessweek

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Written by Misha Cornelius The Howard University School of Business received its highest rankings yet on Bloomberg Businessweek’s list of best business schools. The 2021-22 list published in September ranked Howard University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program the No. 23 top business school in the U.S. The school also received the No. 3 ranking on the list’s new diversity index. “It is an honor to be recognized and consistently ranked among the top business schools by Bloomberg Businessweek,” said Howard University School of Business Dean Anthony Wilbon, Ph.D. “This year, we received our highest ranking yet, and it is a reflection of the hard work

TSU 2021 Career Fair Offers Job, Internship Opportunities as More Than 140 Companies Attend

By Emmanuel Freeman, Hundreds of Tennessee State University students looking for internships, full-time employment or co-op opportunities recently had plenty of selections at the university’s first in-person career fair since the pandemic. More than 140 companies and potential employers converged on the main campus for the 2021 Fall Career Fair on Sept. 17. Representatives from government agencies, aerospace, banking, engineering, healthcare, and the entertainment industries set up tents, tables, and displays in the Gentry Center Complex to network with students about career and employment opportunities. Organizers said nearly 700 students attended the all-day fair. Katana Darby, a senior business administration major; and Shaun

Lincoln University Again Named HBCU Institutional Leader By Fulbright Program

By Bruce Beans & Terrance J. Young, M.Div. Lincoln University is proud to be named a Fulbright Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Institutional Leader for the 2019-2020 academic year. For the second consecutive year, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is recognizing the noteworthy engagement that selected HBCUs have achieved with the Fulbright Program, the U.S. government’s flagship international educational exchange program. ECA has conferred Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leader status on 20 HBCUs, including Lincoln University, because they have demonstrated noteworthy support for Fulbright exchange participants during the 2019-2020 academic year and have

Fisk University Receives $2.5 Million Gift From the R.I.S.E. Opportunity Foundation

By Fisk University Newsroom, Fisk University is thrilled to announce a $2,500,000 gift from the R.I.S.E. Opportunity Foundation to support the development of the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Risk Management Institute. The Institute will focus on preparing Fisk students for outstanding careers in the insurance industry. Over the past five years, Fisk has strategically emphasized the importance of educating the next generation of c-suite executives and business leaders. “The insurance industry provides so many exciting opportunities, and we look forward to seeing Fisk students assume leadership roles within Ryan Specialty and across the industry,” said Michael Blackshear, Chief Compliance and Privacy Officer (Ryan Specialty Group). “This

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