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Leaders are now reimagining how academic probation is communicated to students and ways to make the policy less punitive

By Ashley Mowreader Academic probation, while designed to be a notice to students of poor performance, can be a significant barrier to student success. Around 8 percent of graduating college seniors have been on academic probation at least once during their time in college, and this rate increases to 9 percent among first-generation students, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. A 2022 analysis of academic probation on four-year graduation rates at one university found placing students on academic probation based on overall GPA reduced their odds of completing in four years by 40 percent. Research from California Competes also found that a majority of students

TSU Alumnus Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 for Transformative HBCU Leadership

Courtesy of Tennessee State University Aarian Forman, a two-time Tennessee State University graduate, has been named to Forbes’ prestigious 2025 30 Under 30 list, recognizing his groundbreaking work in education and leadership development through Xceleader, an organization he co-founded to empower HBCU students nationwide. What began as a single Zoom call in 2017 to discuss student leadership at HBCUs has evolved into a transformative force in higher education. Under Forman’s leadership, Xceleader has impacted over 8,000 students and alumni through workshops, mentorships, and nonpartisan programs, securing nearly $1 million in funding to support its initiatives. “This recognition from Forbes isn’t

A Year After the First Antisemitism Hearing, What’s Become of the Presidents Who Testified?

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By Josh Moody Last Dec. 5, the presidents of three leading universities stepped before Congress for a hearing on campus antisemitism that was widely criticized when they failed to offer forthright responses on whether hypothetical calls for the genocide of Jews would violate their institutions’ policies. Those three presidents—representing Harvard University, the University of Pennsylvania and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology—were followed by four others in two separate hearings in April and May as pro-Palestinian student protests swept campuses across the nation last spring. Of the seven campus leaders who testified, only two remain on the job (though one was

TSU Doctoral Student DeeAnne Miree Wins 2024 National Distinguished Principals Award for Tennessee

By Emmanuel Freeman DeeAnne Miree, a dedicated doctoral student at Tennessee State University and the principal of Nashville’s Cambridge Early Learning Center, has been honored as the 2024 winner of the National Distinguished Principals Award for Tennessee. This prestigious award, presented by the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP), recognizes exemplary leadership among elementary and middle school principals nationwide, emphasizing their commitment to student achievement, character development, and fostering a positive school climate. With over 27 years of experience in education, Miree has served as the principal of Cambridge Early Learning Center for the past nine years. During her

NCA&T Chancellor Emeritus Harold Martin Receives Lifetime Achivement Award

Courtesy of North Carolina A&T State University Harold L. Martin, Sr., chancellor emeritus at North Carolina A&T State University, has been awarded the Peter McPherson Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU). The prize recognizes individuals who have dedicated their careers to the service and leadership of public and land-grant universities. In 2009, Dr. Martin was appointed chancellor of North Carolina A&T State University, making him the first alumnus to lead the HBCU. He was president for 15 academic years, which at the time, made him the longest actively serving leader within the University of

PVAMU Alumnus Larry Allen is a shining star in the world of entertainment

Courtesy of Prairie View A&M University The Prairie View A&M University Marching Storm band is fortunate to have alums who have moved on to prominent roles in the entertainment industry. From musicians and singers to dancers and comedians, the Storm has always been FULL of talent. Larry Allen is one of those talented Storm alumni. He came to Prairie View A&M in 1999 as a percussionist (snare drum). Larry quickly rose to the position of Drum Major and served as Head Drum Major from 2003-2004. During his time with the Marching Storm, he performed in many high-profile events, including the Tournament

Morris College Honors Longest-serving President with Street Name Change

By Ashley Brown In a heartfelt tribute to a legendary figure in its history, Morris College proudly announced the renaming of West College Street to Dr. Luns C. Richardson Boulevard on Friday, Nov. 1. This change symbolizes the college’s deep appreciation for Dr. Richardson, who served as the ninth president of Morris College. He served for 43 years, from 1974 until his retirement in 2017. The unveiling ceremony took place just in time to kick off the college’s homecoming celebrations. Richardson was Morris College’s and South Carolina’s longest-sitting HBCU president. He passed away in 2018 at the age of 89. Dr. Richardson

The Sad Reasons Why Black Men Are Not Attending HBCUs

By Phenix S. Halley Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are the academic backbone of the Black community. HBCUs have produced more than half of all practicing doctors in this country, according to Forbes. And with notable HBCU alumni like Oprah Winfrey, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Spike Lee, Black students should be flocking to any of our 107 HBCUs, but here’s the issue: they’re not. The overall number of HBCU applicants has declined over the years, and what’s most concerning is the amount of Black men on HBCU campuses is rapidly decreasing. Today, Black men account for only 26 percent of

Spelman College Receives Federal Grant to Establish Academic Center for International Strategic Affairs

Courtesy of Spelman College Spelman College, a historically Black women’s college in Atlanta, has received a $2.5 million grant from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence to establish the Spelman Strategic and Security Studies Center. As an affiliate of the Spelman Center for Excellence for Black Women in STEM, the new academic hub will specialize in training women of color for careers in international strategic affairs and intelligence. Over the next five years, leaders from Spelman’s Gordon-Zeto Center for Global Education, the department of political science, and the department of world languages and cultures will work together to

How Howard is Boosting Data Analytics Training Coast to Coast

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By Sholnn Z. Freeman In today’s tech-driven world, data science is a crucial skill for success, and it’s vital that underserved communities have the opportunity to thrive in these fields, says Howard University President Ben Vinson III. Vincent spoke in November during an event hosted by the Carnegie Corporation of New York and the National Education Equity Lab (Ed Equity Lab), where he joined philanthropic and education leaders. “This is an increasingly technical world, where data is the new currency in a fast-paced, AI-driven environment,” Vinson said. “Data science is a key skill for future success, and we want underserved and minority

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