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Howard University Partners with JPMorgan Chase To Offer Four Full-Tuition Scholarships to Young Men in District of Columbia Public Schools

Written by Howard University Newsroom During a launch event at Dunbar High School with JPMorgan Chase and Youth Guidance to announce the D.C. expansion of their respective programs, The Fellowship Initiative (TFI) and Becoming a Man (BAM), Howard University President Wayne A. I. Frederick announced the University would grant two full-tuition scholarships to District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) participants who graduate from the academic, social, emotional and career readiness program. Howard has long held a commitment to educate, support and inspire Black and brown men and women in American society and throughout the world. In each of its 14 schools and

Hampton University Receives Gift of Peloton Bikes through the Peloton x Beyonce Partnership

By Hampton University Hampton University is one of 10 HBCUs across the country that has received Peloton Bikes through the expansion of the Peloton x Beyoncé Partnership to benefit HBCUs. Last year, Hampton students received a 2-year Peloton App Membership, which gave them access to thousands of live and on-demand classes from world-class instructors. “This is incredible. Hampton University would like to thank Peloton for gifting our students with these amazing Bikes in our student fitness center. With the return of our students from virtual learning, this will be a great way for them to remain active and healthy on

FAMU and Bisk Announce Partnership to Deliver Online Master’s Programs

By Andrew Skerritt Bisk, a global leader in online education, announced its partnership with Florida A&M University (FAMU) to deliver online master’s programs. STEM — Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics — careers are in high demand with steady growth over the last 10 years, faster than any other occupation. With STEM jobs expected to top non-STEM jobs in the coming years, Bisk and FAMU will offer flexible online learning options for broader accessibility to FAMU’s STEM Degree Program. “STEM skills are vital for individuals to have success at all levels of employment,” said Jennifer King, Ph.D, executive director of academic success for Bisk. “With minorities being

Hampton University Wins 1st Place in Disney On The Yard Innovation Challenge

By Hampton University Newsroom,  Hampton University wins the Disney On The Yard Innovation Challenge, a design competition created and administered by The Walt Disney Company for the purpose of seeking out and nurturing the next generation of students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). “We enjoy seeing our students go above and beyond. Congratulations to these students on this outstanding accomplishment. Hampton University looks forward to seeing their continued success,” said Hampton University President, Dr. William R. Harvey. The Disney On The Yard Innovation Challenge provides the opportunity for students at a participating HBCU to showcase their skills and

Howard University Names Benjamin Talton, Ph.D., Director of the Moorland-Spingarn Research Center

Howard University is pleased to announce the appointment of Benjamin Talton, Ph.D., as director of the Moorland-Spingarn Research Center (MSRC). In this role, Talton will report to the provost and chief academic officer, Anthony Wutoh, Ph.D. A historian of Africa and the African diaspora, Talton joins Howard University following a 20-year career in the academy, including, most recently, at Temple University, where he was professor of history. A son of Howard University, Talton received his Bachelor of Arts in history from Alma Mater, before completing a Master of Arts and a doctorate at the University of Chicago. A highly respected author, Talton’s publications include

Graduating Healthcare Administration senior prepares for a career of compassion

By Jackson State University News Staff Honor student Alexis L. Evans has a natural concern for the welfare of people, and that’s why she’ll be earning her degree in Healthcare Administration in the College of Health Sciences during Jackson State University’s commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 10, in the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center. “I had a grandmother who died in a nursing home, so I needed to be in the health care field to make a change,” Evans said. “Also, there’s a lack of African Americans in the field as a whole, so I would

TSU to Graduate 843 Students at Winter Commencement

Written by Texas Southern University Texas Southern University graduates will cross the stage during TSU’s Winter Commencement on Saturday, December 11, 2021, in the Health & Physical Education Arena. The university will hold two ceremonies – one at 9:30 a.m. and a second at 12:30 p.m. – to recognize and celebrate students who have persevered through portions of three academic years dealing with COVID and will matriculate with bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and professional degrees. These students were part of the safe “Return to Tiger Land” for in-person classes with the Fall 2021 semester, following several semesters impacted by the pandemic.

Howard University Interim CIO Named Finalist for Technical.ly DC Awards

Written by Howard University Newsroom Howard University Interim Chief Information Officer Olga Osaghae was recently listed as a finalist for the 2021 Technical.ly DC awards. The tech and industry publication selected 30 individuals and companies for nomination in areas of leadership, innovation and cultural impact in the Washington metropolitan area over the last year. Appointed in July 2021, Osaghae leads the University’s vision and deployment of information technology and digital transformation across the institutional enterprise. As a key figure in the integration of the Workday platform, she supports the administration’s strategy for governance, finance, policy, budgeting, security and customer service. Osaghae

Jackson State University featured in Pepsi Ad spotlighting HBCU band culture, celebrating SWAC championship game

Written by Jackson State University Pepsi – a brand known for working with some of the biggest names in sports and music – is shining a spotlight on a different on-field skill with its first-ever ad featuring two of the most celebrated HBCU bands. The 60-second spot, titled “The Halftime Game,” will bring the excitement of storied HBCU band culture during one of the biggest football games of the season, airing on ESPN 2 during this weekend’s much anticipated Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) championship game. Directed by HBCU alum Alan Ferguson in partnership with Creators League, the Pepsi in-house studio led by Lou Arbetter, the

Former FAMU President Walter L. Smith Remembered for Leadership, Achievements

By Florida A&M University Walter L. Smith, Sr. Ph.D., the seventh president of Florida A&M University (FAMU), died in Tampa, Florida, on Thursday, November 25, 2021.  The former athlete, scholar, historian, and education leader was 86. FAMU President Emeritus Smith was also the second president of Roxbury Community College in Boston, Mass. Notable achievements during the Smith’s eight-year tenure at FAMU include the addition of undergraduate and graduate studies; the expansion of the Black Archives; several new and improved facilities, a boost in sports, the expansion of Bragg Memorial Stadium, and reaccreditation of the several professional education programs. “I was

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