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ASU Alum Dr. Rolanda Horn Named VP at Georgia Piedmont

Written by Lexx Thornton Dr. Rolanda Horn, a two-time graduate of Alabama State University, has been appointed Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness and SACSCOC Liaison (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) at Georgia Piedmont Technical College (GPTC) in the metro Atlanta area. Her new role, which began in September, involves leading strategic planning, assessment, accreditation and compliance across GPTC’s multi-campus institution.  Before joining GPTC, Dr. Horn served as Director of Assessment at Wallace Community College in Selma and also worked at ASU as the Quality Enhancement Plan Coordinator. Her career began in healthcare administration, where she developed

MacKenzie Scott Donates $300M to HBCUs Nationwide

Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has launched another sweeping round of higher education philanthropy — donating more than $300 million in just one month to historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and organizations that expand college access for underrepresented students. Her latest contributions arrive at a critical moment, as many diversity and inclusion programs face political and financial pressures. Among the most recent recipients is Alabama State University, which announced a record-breaking $38 million gift this week. “Today marks a defining moment in the history of Alabama State University,” said President Quinton Ross, calling the donation the largest in the school’s 158-year

Howard University in Talks for Oakland Campus Expansion

While San Francisco is courting the Tennessee school Vanderbilt to bring a satellite campus to town, Oakland is reportedly in negotiations with one of the most prestigious historically Black colleges and universities, Howard University. When London Breed was still mayor of San Francisco, she tried to lure some historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to set up satellite campuses here in SF. Of course, she also attempted to get the University of California to build an SF campus (she was rebuffed), and new Mayor Daniel Lurie has set his sights on attracting a Vanderbilt University SF campus (those negotiations are looking more promising). Maybe Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee

Lane College Honors Legacy of Roosevelt “Ted” Austin Jr.

Written By Lexx Thornton Lane College mourns the passing of Roosevelt “Ted” Austin Jr., a respected community leader, devoted family man, and steadfast advocate for the College. His vision helped transform one of Jackson’s most visible landmarks into an enduring symbol of pride and purpose.  Ted Austin served as Senior Vice President and Chief Customer Officer of the Jackson Energy Authority. His leadership reflected integrity and service. His quiet advocacy on behalf of Lane College left one of the most lasting marks on the institution. Through his influence, the Jackson Energy Authority invested in the water tower that now bears

4 Shot Near Howard University During Homecoming Events

Four people were shot near Howard University’s campus Friday night as thousands gathered for homecoming events, according to police. The shooting occurred around 8:23 p.m. in the 600 block of Howard Place NW, near the 2300 block of Georgia Avenue, where crowds had filled the streets for the university’s annual celebration. Video from the scene showed police officers responding as a person lay on the ground, though authorities have not confirmed that individual’s condition. D.C. Police said one victim is in serious condition and another is in critical condition. The conditions of the remaining two victims have not been released. Investigators have

Lincoln University Homecoming Shooting Leaves 1 Dead

 Homecoming celebrations at one of the nation’s first historically black colleges and universities turned to tragedy as gunfire broke out in a parking lot. One person is dead, and at least six people are hurt following the Saturday evening shooting at Lincoln University, in Chester County, Pennsylvania. The Chester County District Attorney gave an update early Sunday morning. He said they have one person detained who he said had a firearm. However, the DA said at that time they have not ruled out the possibility that there might be multiple shooters. He said that part of the investigation is still

Alabama A&M Sets Record Enrollment for Third Straight Year

Alabama A&M University enrolled nearly 2,000 more students this fall than five years ago, marking a record high for a third consecutive year. “This growth is not by chance,” President Daniel Wims said in a statement this week. “It’s the outcome of a deep commitment to student success. We’ve invested in academic programs that meet workforce needs, in the physical transformation of our campus, and in the experiences that make Alabama A&M a place where students want to be. As we celebrate our 150th year, we are showing the world what it means to start here and go anywhere.” In

Venture Valley Hosts First HBCU Esports Event at JCSU

Venture Valley is an esports game that teaches people about business and entrepreneurship. You have 10 minutes to make as much profit as you can by creating several businesses. It was created back in 2020. Three years ago, Venture Valley took the game on the road and traveled to college campuses to hold competitions to inspire students to become entrepreneurs. For the first time, Venture Valley took the competition to a Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Johnson C. Smith University is Charlotte’s only HBCU. About 75 students from high school and college showed up for the competition held on

USDA Reinstates 1890 Scholars Program to Support HBCUs

By SAbroad In a big growth for larger schooling funding and assist for Traditionally Black Faculties and Universities (HBCUs), the U.S. Division of Agriculture has reinstated the 1890 Students Program. This determination not solely assures ongoing monetary help for college students attending HBCUs but additionally underscores the federal authorities’s dedication to enhancing academic alternatives in underrepresented communities. Reinstatement of the 1890 Students Program: What You Have to Know The 1890 Students Program, initially established to supply monetary help to college students enrolled in 1890 land-grant faculties, has been revived in a transfer that guarantees to empower hundreds of scholars. With

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