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Hampton, Fayetteville State And Bethune-Cookman Among HBCUs Experiencing Increased Enrollment

By Dantee Ramos Several HBCUs have reported either increased or record enrollments for the new school year following the Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling to reverse affirmative action and prevent colleges from using race in determining admissions. T As a result of the Supreme Court’s decision, several predominantly white institutions have experienced a decline in diversity. At the same time, HBCUs have benefitted, according to WAVY. Angela Nixon Boyd, Hampton University assistant vice president of enrollment and dean of admission, told the outlet, “We are expecting a class of about 1,200 new students.” She continued, “And so we are very excited about that. Our undergraduate population is about 3,600.

Symposium on Eric Williams’ ‘Capitalism and Slavery’ to be Held in Cuba and Washington D.C.

Courtesy of the Howard University Newsroom Staff The  Howard University Center for an Equitable Economy and Sustainable Society (e2s2)  is proud to announce a symposium celebrating the 80th anniversary of  Eric Williams’, Ph.D., landmark publication of  “Capitalism and Slavery.” While writing the book, Williams was a professor at Howard  University, teaching classes in the political science department. This seminal text, which transformed how scholars understand the relationship between the Transatlantic and the rise of capitalism, will be the focus of a bi-national conventions taking place from September 16-22 in Havana, Cuba  and again in Washington D.C. from September 25-28 in

2 Chainz Backs This Initiative Awarding Over $350K In Scholarship Funds For HBCU STEM Students

By Martie Bowser 2 Chainz‘s latest partnership is helping HBCU students looking to bring some flavor to the world of STEM. Last month, PepsiCo and the PepsiCo Foundation announced they would invest $350,000 in financial support and provide additional resources to historically Black colleges and universities, particularly for students pursuing careers in culinary innovation, food science and technology. 2 Chainz is partnering with PepsiCo to spread the word about their new “Taste of Tomorrow” scholarship. As a graduate of Alabama State University, 2 Chainz knows how essential HBCUs are to producing and nurturing professionals of color in industries where they are usually minorities. “Representation is everything. Seeing someone who

Citi CFO and Howard University alumnus Mark Mason shared four lessons anyone can use to live a life of consequence

By Cedric Mobley Howard University graduate and Board of Trustees Vice Chair Mark Mason (BBA ’91) interviewed multiple times for a position at Goldman Sachs, finally landing a position as an analyst. He left Wall Street to attend Harvard Business School, by then realizing that Howard had prepared him to compete with “anyone and everyone.” Now the chief financial officer at Citi, Mason is sure that his Howard experience has paid dividends for him as he deals with the challenges of global business from his executive suite. With more than 100 million customers, Citi manages $5 trillion in financial flows

Edward Waters University Honors College Launches Journal to Highlight HBCU Research

Courtesy of Edward Waters University The Honors College at Edward Waters University, a historically Black institution in Jacksonville, Florida, has published its inaugural issue of the HBCU Journal of Research Initiatives. The publication is the successor to Edward Waters’ former journal, The Edward Waters College Research Journal, which ceased publication during the COVID-19 pandemic. The interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed journal highlights the research initiatives conducted at historically Black colleges and universities across the country. In its inaugural issue, the journal consists of seven research articles from authors at Edward Waters University and beyond. “The HBCU Journal of Research Initiatives began with a critical mission to give a voice

Howard University School of Education Receives Award from American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education

By Brittany Bailer The Howard University School of Education has been named the recipient of the 2024 American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) Best Practice Award in Support of Global and International Perspectives. The University is being recognized for its revamped elementary education program that integrates global experiences into the curriculum. “It is an honor to be recognized by AACTE,” said School of Education Dean Dawn Williams, Ph.D. “This collective effort to foster cross-cultural understanding for our pre-service teachers underscores the importance of interconnected education in our increasingly interconnected world.” The School of Education’s Department of Curriculum and Instruction prepares candidates to become elementary, secondary,

Clark Atlanta University Makes Its Mark in WSJ’s Top 500 “Best Colleges” Ranking

Courtesy of Clark Atlanta University Clark Atlanta University (CAU) is proud to announce its inclusion in the Wall Street Journal’s 2025 Top 500 Universities ranking in “The 2025 Best Colleges in the U.S.: Princeton, Babson and Stanford Take the Top 3 Spots.” As one of only six private Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) featured in the prestigious list, CAU continues to demonstrate its excellence in higher education.  “We are honored to be recognized among 499 other prestigious universities by the Wall Street Journal. This achievement underscores our dedication to providing an extraordinary educational experience that equips and empowers scholars for global

UNCF Report Highlights the Positive Impact of HBCUs on the United States Economy

The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) released a new report that highlights the positive financial impact HBCUs have on the United States economy, solidifying their importance in shaping America’s future workforce. According to the UNCF’s analysis, the total impact of HBCU spending generates $16.5 billion in annual spending across communities throughout the country. This results in about an additional 43 cents added to the regional economy for every one dollar spent. In terms of their job creation, HBCUs’ contributions are roughly equivalent to that of a large publicly traded American company. Across the country, HBCUs generate over 136,000 jobs, more than the

Howard University Marks Milestones Which Have Moved “Howard Forward”

By Sholnn Z. Freeman To celebrate the successful outcomes of Howard University’s “Howard Forward” Strategic Plan, President Ben Vinson III, Ph.D., and dozens of University faculty, staff, and students gathered to acknowledge the key goals that were met as a result of the plan’s implementation while also outlining a path to create new strategies for growth, reputation building, and operational effectiveness.    Launched in 2019, the Howard Forward plan has shaped the University’s strategic investments, program creation, and operational transformation over the past five years. “This plan shows us what we can accomplish when we are guided by a central goal and that

Morgan State University’s College of Interdisciplinary and Continuing Studies: Empowering Adult Learners to Achieve Their Dreams

For many adults in Baltimore and beyond, returning to college is not just an educational pursuit—it’s a transformative step toward new career opportunities and personal growth. Morgan State University’s College of Interdisciplinary and Continuing Studies (CICS) is dedicated to making that journey as smooth, supportive, and successful as possible. Launched in 2021, CICS offers 18 diverse degree programs across undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels. These programs are specifically designed for non-traditional students, working professionals, and those seeking flexible education options. Whether you’re looking to advance in your current career or pivot to a new one, CICS provides the academic foundation

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