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University System Of Georgia 2024-2025 Tuition Rate Increase Will Impact 3 HBCUs

By Quintessa Williams The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia (USG) voted Tuesday to approve tuition rates for the 2024-25 academic year at USG’s 26 public colleges and universities. Systemwide, in-state undergraduate tuition will increase by 2.5%, and out-of-state tuition will increase by 5%. A new, third level of tuition for out-of-country students will also be established at 2% more than the rate for out-of-state students. Among the 26 public colleges and universities, the increase will impact three Georgia HBCUs: Albany State University, Fort Valley State University, and Savannah State University. This comes as the Board kept tuition flat at all but one USG

FAMU Hosts NNSA, MSIPP, TEPP Annual Technical Meeting

By Andrew Skerritt Florida A&M University (FAMU) hosted a three-day Annual Technical Meeting of the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) along with the Minority Serving Institution Partnership (MSIPP) and Tribal Education Partnership Program (TEPP). Themed, “Empowering the Future Workforce,” the meeting was aligned with the NNSA’s mission to create and support sustainable career pathways that prepare a diverse workforce of talented students. The gathering kicked off Tuesday, April 9 with speeches including a keynote address from Dietra Y. Trent, Ph.D., executive director of the White House Initiative on Advancing. Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity through Historically Black Colleges and

Senator Boozman Delivers $15 Million to Construct a New UAPB Nursing Building

Courtesy of University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) nursing program will receive a $15 million investment to construct a new academic building as part of a major legislative package championed by U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR). “I’m proud to deliver investments to Arkansas that support growth and development as well as improve the quality of life for Natural State residents. Enhancing UAPB’s ability to provide medical training opportunities will benefit students and help address the shortage of health care providers in communities across our state. I look forward to seeing how a

Why Investing in HBCUs Is the Smart (and Right) Thing to Do

By Kelsea Johnson Last year was filled with organizations—from multinational corporations to small businesses—making Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) commitments after growing calls for racial justice focused not just on our systems of government, but our socioeconomic systems as well. In a moment of introspection, IYF was among the organizations that realized it had some work to do to create a more equitable office environment. After surveying staff, IYF’s DEI Council developed the #4toSoar platform—four areas of focus where IYF is making intentional efforts to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion internally. One key aspect of #4toSoar is diversifying IYF’s talent pipeline at all levels, from interns to full-time staff, in part

Norfolk State’s SPICA Holds First Annual Soiree

Courtesy of Norfolk State University Student Pathways and Academic Formation hosted its first annual Student Pathways Industry Collaborations and Alliances (SPICA) soiree, “A SPICA Soiree: The Art of Professional Networking & Dining”. During the event, Norfolk State students interacted with industry representatives and NSU faculty and staff to discuss work-based expectations and strategies for a smooth transition from the classroom to the workforce. The goals of the professional networking soiree were to encourage students to participate in networking activities, practice effective communication skills, and learn about various industries and careers from professionals. The professional networking soiree provided a platform where students displayed the

CultureCon at Clark Atlanta Shines Light on HBCU Education and Community

Courtesy of Clark Atlanta University Against a backdrop of vibrant greens and blues, hundreds of HBCU students clad in cropped denims, bolded letterman jackets, and trendy telfars flooded Clark Atlanta University’s campus for the inaugural CultureCon on Campus student conference. The student-centered event is under the umbrella of CultureCon, a conference that fosters community and connection for Black creatives and entrepreneurs in the film television and media industry. Dana Ward, a junior fashion major at Clark, said she found out about CultureCon on Campus on Instagram, and she immediately signed up to attend the free event to take advantage of the rare

University Museum and Cultural Center Launches New Collections and Archive Search Portal

Courtesy of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) announced the launch of its University Museum and Cultural Center‘s (Museum) collections and archive search portal. The portal will serve as a valuable resource for students, faculty, researchers, and the general public to explore the rich history and cultural heritage of Pine Bluff and the surrounding area. “UAPB and the Museum serve a vast audience worldwide, and hosting this online portal is the first of its kind for us,” Museum Director Stephanie Sims said. “This research portal will allow alums, students, and UAPB supporters

Fisk University’s Morgan Price Secures Historic Win, Becoming First HBCU Gymnast to Win National Collegiate Title

By Dantee Ramos Morgan Price, a standout gymnast at Fisk University, has become the first from an HBCU to win a national collegiate gymnastics championship. In an interview with CBS Mornings, Price revealed that she scored 39.225 in her all-around competition. Although she had been offered a full scholarship at the University of Arkansas, her heritage pulled her to Fisk, especially in light of the opportunity to inspire future generations. “I just feel like it’s an honor and kind of just living out my legacy, and being able to show my talents and do it at an HBCU is just so honoring

Morehead State University Launching Master of Social Work Degree in Fall 2025

By Evan Castillo Morehead State University (MSU) in Kentucky announced a new master of social work degree to fill a community need for more social workers. MSU received a $310,000 grant from the Kentucky Association of Health Plans (KAHP) on April 11 to launch its first master of social work program starting in fall 2025 if approval goes to plan. The programs will offer specializations in two of Kentucky’s biggest priorities for social work — behavioral health and harmful substance use. The eastern region of Kentucky has a high demand for these services but does not have enough advanced degree social workers to meet the demand.

FAMU Kicks Off STEM Week Activities

By Andrew Skerritt Florida A&M University (FAMU) pioneering alumna Dr. Tamia Potter, will be the keynote speaker for STEM Day activities on Saturday, April l3, designed to promote science, technology, engineering, and math among kindergarten, elementary, middle, and high school students. A year ago, Potter made history by becoming the first African American female to join the neurosurgery residency program at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in Nashville, Tennessee. Potter was raised in Tallahassee and Wakulla County by her mother, who is a nurse, and father, who served more than 30 years in the Army National Guard. As a student

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