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Livingstone College Receives 7th $1M Donation From Anonymous Donor

Courtesy of Livingstone College Livingstone College in North Carolina received another $1 million donation. It’s the seventh donation of this amount to be given in just seven months by an anonymous donor. It marks the most significant monetary gift received by the HBCU in its history, according to Black Enterprise. The first donation was made during the school’s fall 2023 homecoming celebration. Meanwhile, the second was announced during Livingstone’s 145th Founder’s Day program in February, according to WCNC. The unrestricted donations will help with renovations and new equipment for students. The school hopes these investments will help boost recruitment and overall retention. “We have to roll

New Medical Residents Honored in Santa Cruz Ceremony Through New Hospital and School Partnership

Courtesy of Morehouse School of Medicine A white coat ceremony in Santa Cruz Tuesday afternoon celebrated a group of inaugural family resident graduates. It’s all part of a new partnership between Dignity Health Dominican Hospital and Morehouse School of Medicine. These residents are set to embark on a rigorous three-year program that the hospital says is dedicated to nurturing culturally humble family physicians beginning this month. “They will be working both in the hospital learning inpatient medicine, but also with multiple partners throughout Santa Cruz County and Watsonville for outpatient training. And this will be a great opportunity for them

Donald Comer Named Interim President of Lane College in Tennessee

Courtesy of Lane College Donald W. Comer has been selected to serve as interim president of Lane College. He will assume his new role on August 1. Lane College is a historically Black undergraduate college in Jackson, Tennessee. The institution enrolls over 1,000 students, 78 percent of whom are Black. Dr. Comer brings over three decades of professional experience to his new role. He has been an executive with FedEx for the past 35 years, holding various positions in data analytics, marketing, finance, strategic planning, and project management. He most recently served as the company’s vice president for decision science

Record- Breaking President Dr. David A. Thomas Announces Retirement From Morehouse College

Courtesy of Morehouse College Morehouse College today announces the retirement of Dr. David A. Thomas as president, effective June 30, 2025. “Record-breaking” defines Thomas’s tenure at the College. Its innovative and impactful work has garnered international attention and partnerships with various notable institutions, corporations, and individuals; applications from high-achieving students have soared to an all-time high; substantial infrastructure investments have been completed and are in progress; and – in his seven years of service – the most funds have been raised among any president in Morehouse’s 157-year history. With over 30 years in higher education informing his vision, Dr. Thomas’s

HBCU celebrates 157th anniversary after tough year

Courtesy of Saint Augustine’s University Saint Augustine’s University (SAU), a historic HBCU, marked its 157th Founders Day yesterday with a message of gratitude, resilience, and hope. Interim President Dr. Marcus H. Burgess addressed the SAU community, reflecting on the institution’s rich history and its dedication to academic excellence despite current challenges. Founded on July 19, 1867, by the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina, SAU was initially chartered as a “Normal School and Collegiate Institute.” The institution aimed to provide young men and women with superior academic education, train teachers for efficient service, and prepare young men for the Holy Ministry.

SodexoMagic Expands Reach In Atlanta With New Partnership At Morehouse College

Written By Morehouse College SodexoMagic, the joint venture between Magic Johnson Enterprises and Sodexo Inc., continues its mission to revolutionize the hospitality and facilities management industry, proudly unveiling its collaboration with Morehouse College. This partnership reinforces SodexoMagic’s commitment to enhance dining and operational efficiency for Atlanta businesses. “SodexoMagic is excited to join forces with Morehouse College, an institution renowned for its rich legacy, commitment to excellence, and nurturing future global leaders,” said Earvin “Magic” Johnson, chairman of SodexoMagic. “Morehouse College is one of the most storied HBCUs in this country and it’s an honor to align our brand of excellence and championing the

Florida A&M AD Tiffani-Dawn Sykes named executive of the year

Courtesy of Florida A&M University Florida A&M’s Vice President and Director of Athletics Tiffani-Dawn Sykes was named Women Leaders in Sports (Women Leaders) Nike Division I FCS Executive of the Year for 2023-24. “This award is truly a reflection of the hard work and dedication of our student-athletes, coaches, and staff,” said Sykes. “I am inspired by their commitment to excellence both on and off the field. I am grateful for the opportunity to lead this championship program and for the opportunity to contribute to its success.” In Sykes’ first full season at Florida A&M, the Rattlers made history on and off the field. On the

Morehouse School of Medicine’s “Danforth Dialogues” features Executive Director of MSM Center for Maternal Health Equity Dr. Natalie Hernandez-Green

Courtesy of Morehouse School of Medicine Morehouse School of Medicine  (MSM) has released the July edition of its 2024 “Danforth Dialogues” podcast.  This episode features a compelling conversation between MSM President and CEO Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice, and Dr. Hernandez-Green, Executive Director of MSM’s Center for Maternal Health Equity. Dr. Hernandez-Green, originally from the South Bronx in New York City, holds degrees from Stony Brook University, Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health and the University of South Florida. “While we have been fortunate to have a number of prominent guests on Danforth Dialogues including former Centers for Disease Control Director, Dr.

WSSU’s nursing program named among best for adult learners

Courtesy of Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem State University’s nursing program has won three Abound College Awards, designed to highlight the best schools for adult learners. In the 2024 Best Nursing Schools category, Abound recognizes WSSU’s Division of Nursing among the best for its bachelor’s program, master’s program and as a public nursing program. Abound is a college guidance system from Colleges of Distinction, designed specifically for degree-seeking adults. Abound helps schools get recognized for their program excellence and helps students find the best place to earn an undergraduate degree, graduate degree or MBA. Among the criteria, WSSU’s Division of Nursing was

Morehouse College To Become The First University To Use Al Teaching Assistants This Fall

By Quintessa Williams Starting this fall, Morehouse College will be introducing AI teaching assistants, marking a significant development in the field of education. Dr. Muhsinah Morris, the institution’s Metaversity Director and Senior Professor in Education, is leading this initiative. The innovative technology, created in spring 2021, is the result of the collaborative efforts of faculty members Ovell Hamilton, Ethell Vereen Jr., and Tanya Clark. In collaboration with VictoryXR, a leading platform offering virtual reality immersive classrooms and campuses, Dr. Morris and her team secured funding from Southern Company, Qualcomm, Meta, Unity, the National Science Foundation (NSF), and T-Mobile. This financial support has made the

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