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Xavier Students Shine at Essence HBCU Panel in New Orleans

Courtesy of Xavier University of Louisiana “Participating in the HBCU panel hosted by Essence was an eye-opening experience. It was great interacting with other local HBCU students while informing the youth of the importance of these institutions,” said Zion Rouege, Mister Xavier, and senior biology pre-med major. “Thank you to Essence and Coca-Cola for providing a platform for African-American students to advocate and educate.”   Nina Giddens and Zion Rouege, the Mister and Miss Xavier-elect, were panelists in this year’s Essence Girls United Day of Service during the Historically Black College or University (HBCU) Students panel. The HBCU student panel was hosted at the Ashé

Dillard University Shines Bright at ESSENCE Festival 2022

By Eddie Francis From the first day of the ESSENCE Festival of Culture to the last, Dillard was represented in some way somewhere, seemingly everywhere. As thousands of elated festival fans converged on New Orleans, the Jewel of Gentilly found itself in the thick of one of Black America’s favorite celebrations.  JaKiyah Steinbrook ‘23 was the first Bleu Devil to make an appearance during the highly anticipated weekend. Following the ESSENCE Fest press conference at Ashé Power House Theater, the chemistry major joined a group of peers from other institutions to participate in a panel discussion about the value of HBCUs. During the discussion, Steinbrook proudly

Claflin Launches Free Book Program with Barnes & Noble

Courtesy of Claflin University Claflin University announced that it has partnered with Barnes & Noble College to implement the Panther Direct Book Program, a course material delivery model that will drive student success by ensuring all students are prepared to begin learning on the first day of class. In its launch of the program, Claflin University will offer course materials to students free of charge for the Spring 2022 semester only. The Panther Direct Book Program, an innovative course material delivery model, addresses equitable access, convenience and affordability across all courses at an institution by bundling the cost of course materials into tuition

Lincoln University Adopts Test-Optional Admissions Policy

Courtesy of Lincoln University of Missouri Prospective students applying for admission to Lincoln University of Missouri may now submit their application with or without ACT/SAT scores. This change to the university’s admission requirements immediately goes into effect. “Since our founding in 1866, Lincoln University has helped students rise above barriers to quality education. This change to our admissions policy removes an obstacle that often hinders prospective students,” said Lincoln University President Dr. John Moseley. “Making standard test scores optional is another step forward in our commitment to opening doors for students, to promoting equity, diversity and accessibility.” Missouri residents are

Tuskegee Honors 101-Year-Old Alumna with Service Award

By Thonnia Lee Dorothy Maye Gaithers, a former social and civil service professional and 1944 Tuskegee alumna, became the first recipient of the Helping Hands and Heart award because of her decades of support to Tuskegee’s social work students. The College of Arts and Science Department of Social Work presented the award during the National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April. Gaithers has supported service to abused and neglected children as a child welfare professional. The 101-year-old has been a faithful donor for decades and is dedicated to ensuring student retention and success. “Rarely can anyone say a donor is

Fisk’s Cravath Library Receives $500K for Restoration

Courtesy of Fisk University Fisk University’s historic Erastus Milo Cravath Library will be preserved thanks to a $500,000 grant from the Historically Black Colleges and Universities grant program, which is funded by the Historic Preservation Fund and administered by the National Park Service (NPS) Department of Interior. With its large bulk and height, neo-Gothic detailing of brick and stone, and stepped-back tower, the Administration Building, Erastus Milo Cravath Library is both a visual focal point and the administrative heart of the campus. It is a remarkable landmark that contributes to the allure of Fisk University’s Historic District. The visual and

UAPB Joins HRC Program to Promote LGBTQ+ Inclusion

Courtesy of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation’s HBCU Program is designed to partner with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) & other minority-serving institutions. They partner on an annual cycle to achieve benchmarks that promote favorable policies and practices in LGBTQ inclusion. Participating institutions can access comprehensive resources through this initiative, including a confidential online self-assessment tool, expert webinars on LGBTQ + topics, technical assistance, and more, at no cost to the institution. On July 12-14, 2022, The Human Rights Campaign HBCU Program hosted an in-person meeting at their Washington, D.C. headquarters

Cheyney University STEM Hub Boosts HBCU Innovation

Courtesy of Cheyney University Cheyney University’s on-campus partnerships with life sciences and technology companies are helping to establish the nation’s first HBCU as a center for STEM education. Through the Life Sciences and Technology (LSAT) Hub more students have access to innovative labs and the ability to learn and work alongside the experts who operate them. The increased attention to STEM experiential learning has allowed students to engage with like-minded individuals across all majors. Cheyney’s STEM Club was founded in January 2022 to advance that purpose; allowing not just STEM students to share ideas on their various projects but to also

Fred Gray Sr. Receives Presidential Medal of Freedom 2025

By Hazel Scott/ASU One of the most consequential attorneys for the Civil Rights Movement,  ASU alumnus and famed civil rights attorney Fred Gray Sr.,   was recognized Thursday, July 7, for keeping a promise to himself – to destroy through the legal system “everything that was segregated.” In a White House ceremony, President Joe Biden presented Gray with The Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor, for spending his life achieving his goal of advocating for human rights. The honor is reserved for people who have made exemplary contributions to the prosperity, values or security of the United States, world

Dr. Diane Nash Awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom 2025

Courtesy of Fisk University Dr. Diane Nash ’61, civil rights icon and Fisk alumna, was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor. Along with 16 other recipients, including legendary civil rights attorney Mr. Fred Gray and Olympic gymnast turned advocate, Ms. Simone Biles, Dr. Nash, a founding member of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, was honored for her extraordinary contributions to the civil rights movement. Dr. Nash received the Medal from President Joe Biden at the White House and insisted that: “the medal is shared with hundreds of thousands of patriotic Americans that have sacrificed so

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