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Bluefield State, WCCTC Partner on Criminal Justice Credits

Courtesy of Bluefield State College Wyoming County Career and Technical Center (WCCTC) students now can earn 14 college credits while completing specific courses at the Center, then move seamlessly into the Bluefield State College Criminal Justice program. Through a recently approved Articulation Agreement including BSC, the Wyoming County Board of Education, and the Wyoming County Career and Technical Center, qualifying Wyoming County CTC students who have completed the Center’s Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security Cluster can transfer a semester’s worth of college credit into Bluefield State’s Criminal Justice degree program. During a recent ceremony at Center in Pineville, Ms.

Coppin State Students Join NASA’s SaSa Internship Program

By Robyn McCullough Three Coppin State University students are among 25 students taking part in the inaugural cohort of the NASA Student Airborne Science Activation (SaSa) program. The eight-week paid internship provides students with hands-on experience with research, data collection, analysis, and experimentation and exposure to geo, oceanic, and atmospheric sciences. The Coppin State University students chosen for the 2022 program are: Tochi Iwuji (‘24), a sophomore biology major from Brandywine, MD; Annalyse Belton (‘24), a sophomore biology major from Middle River, MD; and Muyang Chunga (‘24), a sophomore biology major from Germantown, MD. On June 10, the students will visit

Morris Brown Appoints Academic Leaders After Accreditation

Courtesy of Morris Brown College Morris Brown College (MBC) has hired a new academic leadership team to help scale its efforts to become a premier liberal arts institution. MBC announced it had received full accreditation from the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS), a Virginia-based accreditation agency in April, 2022. This monumental achievement came after nearly 20 years of effort, marking a historical achievement for the 141-year-old college. Dr. Kristi Garrett has been promoted to Assistant Provost for Academic Affairs and Executive Director of Online Learning. Dr. Garrett’s educational mission is to improve and expand the accessibility of higher education

Coach Billy Joe Donates Cutting-Edge Laser to Cheyney

Courtesy of Cheyney University Coach William “Billy” Joe’s reputation with Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) goes well beyond winning college football championships and being inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. The 81-year-old has made a commitment to providing HBCUs, such as Cheyney University where he launched his 35-year coaching career, with the latest technology to help student-athletes compete at the highest level. Joe, who led the Wolves football team from 1972 to 1978, recently joined with Dr. Bruce Coren, CEO of Technological Medical Advancement, and members of Cheyney’s Athletics Department to donate the Diowave 60-watt high power

ASU BFA Dancers Shine at 2022 World Games Ceremonies

By Hazel Scott/ASU Alabama State University’s BFA dancers were called into action to give an extravagant performance on a world stage and they used their skills to make it happen.  The BFA dancers are featured at the 2022 World  Games in Birmingham.  ​ BFA dance majors performed during the Opening Ceremony (July 7) and will perform again at the Closing Ceremony (July 17). James R. Atkinson Jr, associate professor of dance, coordinated and choreographed the performances along with colleagues and dance faculty members Lindsay R. Benton, Jerome Stigler and Lenard Foust.“Collectively, we showcased a total of eight dance works. The BFA

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

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