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$12M Gift from the Lettie Pate Evans Foundation to Support the Center for Innovation & the Arts at Spelman College

Written by Spelman College Newsroom, A $12 million gift from the Lettie Pate Evans Foundation will place Spelman College closer to opening the doors of a state-of-the-art academic facility designed to bring creative disciplines, technology, and innovation into close collaboration. “Spelman College is an exceptional institution,” said Russ Hardin, president of the Lettie Pate Evans Foundation. “We are pleased to support the Center for Innovation & the Arts with a grant that will allow Spelman to fulfill its ambitions in arts, technology and innovation.” The Center is designed to become a catalyst for interdisciplinary interaction by clustering together numerous arts

JSU makes COVID-19 adjustments for spring

By Jackson State University, In light of the recent increase in COVID-19 cases, further compounded by the Omicron variant, we are making adjustments to the start of the Spring 2022 semester. Please understand that your health and safety remain our priority. Therefore, please note the following modifications: Virtual Learning Beginning Monday, January 10, 2022, faculty will teach all in-person courses in an online synchronous format until Sunday, January 23, 2022. In-person course options will resume on Monday, January 24, 2022. The JSUOnline courses will follow the JSUOnline calendar with no changes. In addition, computer labs will be available for students

Rose Bowl-Bound Tennessee State University Marching Band Receives Rousing Send-Off From Community as Members Depart for California

By Emmanuel Freeman The Tennessee State University community gathered in front of the Performing Arts Center in the early hours Tuesday morning to celebrate as the Aristocrat of Bands prepared to depart for the Tournament of Roses in California. President Glenda Glover, dressed in TSU blue and white, led a large group of cheering university officials, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and fans in a send-off celebration for the nearly 250 band members as they boarded buses for the airport on their way to the 133rd Rose Bowl Parade in Pasadena, California, on Jan. 1. “This is one of the most exciting

Xavierite, Brier Evans, is Finalist in National HBCU Journalism Project

Courtesy of Xavier University, Black News Channel (BNC) launched their inaugural HBCU Journalism Project to help cultivate and uplift the next generation of Black journalists. The project was designed to provide HBCU students an opportunity to connect with media professionals and discuss inclusivity and diversity in the media industry. Xavier sophomore Brier Evans has been selected as one of eight BNC Journalism Project finalists. She is the only Louisiana student to be selected, and Xavier is the only Louisiana HBCU recognized by BNC’s project. BNC reached out to HBCUs across the country asking for nominations of standout student journalists to

Hampton University President Dr. William R. Harvey Delivers Keynote Address at Virginia State University’s 2021 Fall Commencement Ceremony, Receives Honorary Doctorates from both Virginia State and Virginia Union Universities

Written By Hampton University Newsroom  Hampton University President Dr. William R. Harvey joined the recent graduates of Virginia State University (VSU) to deliver the keynote address at VSU’s 2021 fall commencement ceremony this past weekend. Following his impassioned speech, which received multiple standing ovations from the graduates, Dr. Harvey made history in an emotional moment shares by everyone, as he received an honorary doctorate from Virginia State University and a surprise honorary doctorate from Virginia Union Universities, commemorating his legacy of service as “one of the greatest leaders in higher education.” Dr. Harvey began his address to the 2021 VSU

Howard University to Delay Start of Spring 2022 Semester

Written by Howard University Newsroom We are continuing to monitor the surge in COVID-19 cases locally and throughout the region. The significant increase in cases is, in part, due to the spread of the omicron variant, which is more easily transmissible than the delta variant. So far, it has resulted mainly in mild to moderate symptoms among vaccinated individuals. Our public health team continually monitors COVID-19 transmission data and the changing local and federal public health guidance. We have also consulted with academic institutions in the D.C. consortium of universities. Further, the CDC predicts a potential peak in COVID-19 cases in January. Our

Xavier Professor has artworks featured in Prospect.5 New Orleans exhibit at Newcomb Museum, installation featuring Tonia Nekkia McClodden opens at Xavier

By Xavier University Newsroom, Ron Bechet, Professor of Art in the Department of Art and Performance Studies at Xavier, is one of the artists with featured works in the “Yesterday we said Tomorrow” Prospect.5 New Orleans exhibit. The only one of its kind in the United States, “Prospect” is a triennial exhibition that has placements across the city of New Orleans in museums, galleries, and even some unexpected public spaces. This year, the Xavier University Art Gallery on the first floor of the Administration Building is also host to a section of the exhibit. An installation featuring works from artist Tiona Nekkia

The Ronald W. Walters Leadership and Public Policy Center Publishes Final Report of ‘Engaging College Students in 21st Century Law Enforcement’

Written by the Howard University Newsroom, Ronald W. Walters Leadership and Public Policy Center published their final report studying police-community relations using college students to help drive the discussion on diversity and inclusion and how best to transform recruitment strategies for law enforcement agencies in the 21st century. This project was supported by a cooperative agreement awarded to Howard University by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services. Under the Community Policing Development grant from the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, focus groups at the campuses of four predominantly Black institutions convened

Howard University Announces Faculty and Staff Pay Raises in the New Year 

Written by Howard University Newsroom, Howard University today announced it will spend an additional $17 million in 2022 to increase compensation for faculty and staff. Howard University President Wayne A. I. Frederick said the raises represent a continued focus on supporting Howard’s exceptional employees amid challenging circumstances. During the pandemic, Howard took the necessary steps to avoid group layoffs and furloughs of any of its staff members, and moved $80 million from the endowment in order to fully fund the employee pension plan. Howard also remains committed to providing free health insurance coverage for every staff member who earns less than $35,000 per year. Plus, the University’s endowment and financial posture continues to improve, positioning it to implement this latest round of pay increases. “Many institutions of higher education have yet to implement staff raises since the pandemic,” President Frederick said.

PSEG Foundation to Provide STEM Scholarships in August 2022

Written by Howard University Newsroom  Howard University is proud to partner with the PSEG Foundation to offer scholarships to undergraduate environmental studies majors. The PSEG Scholars Program established at Howard University is designed to support students from communities previously underrepresented in environmental science and clean energy research, yet overrepresented in areas that battle the highest levels of environmental pollution. “We are proud to have worked with the leadership of Howard University to build a program that will provide underrepresented students access to environmental education and generate a pipeline of capable talent for the future workforce,” said PSEG Foundation President Calvin Ledford. Four

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