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CAU Student Jayden Williams Makes History by being Elected Stockbridge’s Youngest Mayor

Written By Lexx Thornton Clark Atlanta University is celebrating a historic political victory: current student Jayden Williams, 22, has been elected the youngest mayor in the history of Stockbridge, Georgia.  Williams, who is currently earning his political science degree, unseated incumbent Mayor Anthony Ford in a major local upset. His victory also marks him as the youngest African-American mayor in the state of Georgia.  Williams’s history of leadership is strong both within and outside the university. While at CAU, he was voted Freshman Class President. His impressive resumé also includes serving as a White House Scholar twice, and holding positions

Black Enterprise Hosts 10th Annual HBCU Hackathon

The 10th annual Black Enterprise BE Smart Hackathon, which includes coding competition and tech job recruitment, is in Charlotte through Nov. 8. Students from 43 historically Black colleges will gather in Charlotte for coding competition and tech job recruitment. The 10th annual Black Enterprise BE Smart Hackathon will bring together 310 students from across the country through Nov. 6-8. The hackathon at LeMeridien Charlotte, themed “Built Brilliant. Built Different: 10 Years of Elevating Excellence,” celebrates a decade of innovation, collaboration, and empowerment through technology. The hackathon is a platform for computer engineering, computer science, and cybersecurity majors to showcase their

Fullerton College Hosts HBCU Caravan After 10 Years

Fullerton College, in partnership with Santiago Canyon College, recently held an exciting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caravan event. Returning for the first time in 10 years, the HBCU Caravan invited community college students from the Orange and Los Angeles County areas for a day to connect with HBCU representatives, explore incredible transfer options and celebrate culture. The event welcomed over 271 community college students and 100 high school students with a drumline performance from the Inglewood High School Band and live step show, followed by welcome remarks from President Olivo, North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) Chancellor Byron D. Clift Breland, California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) President, Dr. Ronald Rochon and Santiago

Bowie State Secures $586K to Advance Education Equity

Bowie State University has received $586,000 in new funding from the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). The awards will support two major initiatives designed to expand peer consultation for teachers and broaden access to higher education for child care providers, further advancing the university’s mission of equity, innovation and opportunity. The funding includes a $302,774 grant to establish the Ujima SAGE Peer Consultation Project, and a $283,659 grant to strengthen the Child Care Career and Professional Development Fund. Both initiatives are one-year projects that extend through June 30, 2026. Together, they demonstrate Bowie State’s pivotal role in creating programs

Bennett College Hosts First HBCU Equine Therapy Session

Courtesy of Bennett College Bennett College made history on Tuesday, November 4, by hosting the first official Equine Therapy session at an HBCU, held at the College’s SheCare Wellness Pods and presented in partnership with Proof of Puddin’ and Black Diamond. Under a clear fall sky, students, faculty, and staff gathered on the lawn to meet two therapy horses—Sunshine and Bam—for an afternoon of grounded, healing-centered programming designed to reduce stress and promote emotional regulation. Participants petted the horses, braided their manes, and walked with them across the grass. Throughout the session, the horses remained peaceful and calm, seemingly unfazed by the flurry of conversation, movement,

N.C. A&T Hosts Talk on Dr. Graves’ New Book on Racism

Written By Lexx Thornton North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University will host a talk and book signing by MacKenzie Scott Endowed Professor of Biology Joseph L. Graves Jr., Ph.D., on Wednesday, Nov. 19.  The event celebrating Graves’ latest book, “Why Black People Die Sooner: Medical Misconceptions, How They Harm, and How to Fix It,” will take place at 1 p.m. at the N.C. A&T Student Center, 1403 John W. Mitchell Drive, Greensboro.  “Why Black People Die Sooner” was published by Columbia University Press on Oct. 21 and reviewed in Science two days later. Amazon listed the book as its

MacKenzie Scott Donates Millions to HBCUs Nationwide

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott showered historically Black colleges and universities with hundreds of millions of dollars this fall in another one of her signature giving sprees. HBCU leaders say the unrestricted lump sums are a godsend after decades of chronic underfunding—and they’re putting them to good use, padding previously meager endowments and funding a wide variety of technology advances, research ventures and scholarships. Scott, the ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, has repeatedly poured funds into often underresourced institutions, including HBCUs, as part of a 2019 pledge to give away half of her wealth in her lifetime. Her largess to colleges and nonprofits has

Fund.FWD Empowers HBCU Founders with AI Funding Access

Fund.FWD bridges AI technology and accessible networking to help HBCU thinkers get their ideas off the ground. Given the systemic funding gap for Black innovators and thinkers, a group of HBCU alums seeks to be the difference. Hailing from Morgan State University, the innovative group has launched Fund.FWD. The AI-powered app serves as a new way for HBCU entrepreneurs and creatives to connect with industry leaders and bring their ideas to life. The mobile app allows users to source funding opportunities, business coaching, and educational resources all within its database. It aims to connect these change-makers with current leaders in

Wiley University Hosts HBCU Leaders for Liberal Arts Summit

Courtesy of Wiley University  Wiley University will welcome various university presidents for a two-day campus visit and dialogue on ‘The Transformative Power of Liberal Arts Education.’ The November 6-7 event will include a fireside chat, strategic conversations on the importance of collaboration among private liberal arts HBCUs, and the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). A primary goal is to enhance the pathway for students from participating schools to enter Wiley graduate programs. Wiley University sees highest enrollment since 2018: 1,000+ students Leaders from Clinton College, Bennett College, Shorter College, Morris Brown College, and Paine College will unite to discuss and explore the liberal arts tradition,

MacKenzie Scott Donates $80M to Howard University & Med School

Written By Lexx Thornton Howard University announced today a transformative $80 million in unrestricted giving from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, marking one of the largest single contributions in the University’s history. The gifts include $63 million to Howard University and $17 million to the Howard University College of Medicine, both unrestricted, providing the institution with flexible resources to advance strategic priorities and sustain access and opportunities for students who look to Howard as a beacon of excellence, truth and service.  “On behalf of the entire Howard University community, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to Ms. MacKenzie Scott for her

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