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HBCU Professor Awarded Prestigious Fulbright International Educators Award

Courtesy of Elizabeth City State University Dr. Andre Stevenson, a distinguished professor of social work and director of international programs at Elizabeth City State University, has been awarded the prestigious Fulbright U.S. International Education Administrators Award. This honor recognizes his commitment to fostering global collaboration and understanding. Later this year, Stevenson will travel to France and Senegal to deepen institutional partnerships and explore innovative strategies for international engagement. With nearly 30 years of teaching and research experience, Stevenson has made notable contributions to social work education and public health. His academic journey has included a faculty appointment with the Foundation

Free Laptops Program Launches to Support HBCU Students in Mississippi

By Ashley Brown The Mississippi Broadband Association has announced the launch of its inaugural laptop program. The pioneering initiative aimed at enhancing digital connectivity and educational opportunities in Coahoma County. This program, made possible through collaborations with multiple partners, seeks to empower students with the tools necessary for success in today’s digital landscape. The pilot program is designed to provide large-screen laptops to 100 eligible participants currently enrolled in Career and Technical Education, Workforce, or Adult Education programs at Coahoma Community College. The initiative specifically targets individuals who meet certain eligibility criteria. Participants must be enrolled at CCC, have an income at

Omega Psi Phi Line Brothers Reunite 65 Years After Howard University Graduation

By Kyra Alessandrini Two Howard University alumni showed that fraternity bonds last a lifetime. This holiday season, Frank W. Merritt Jr. and Charles Floyd Johnson reconnected 65 years after crossing Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. together. The line brothers were both part of Howard University’s Class of 1961 and crossed Omega Psi Phi on April 9, 1960. Up until recently, they hadn’t met in person in over six decades. “My father and Charles have been in loose email contact over the years,” Byron Merritt, Frank Merritt Jr.’s son said in an interview with Watch The Yard. “But they haven’t seen each other in 65 years.”

Clark Atlanta University Forms Partnership With Borough of Manhattan Community College

Courtesy of Clark Atlanta University Clark Atlanta University, a historically Black educational institution in Atlanta, Georgia, has recently signed an agreement with Borough of Manhattan Community College, a campus of the City University of New York system. Through the new partnership, students at the community college can now seamlessly transfer to Clark Atlanta University after the successful completion of their associate’s degree. The agreement provides guaranteed admission to the HBCU for BMCC graduates who meet eligible criteria. Students prior coursework will be accepted, providing them with a smooth pathway to earning a bachelor’s degree. “By providing BMCC students with a

HBCU Calls on State Officials to Fast-Track $70M Deal for Financial Stability

Courtesy of Saint Augustine’s University Saint Augustine’s University is urging the North Carolina Attorney General’s Office to swiftly approve a $70 million deal with 50 Plus 1 Sports in a significant move aimed at securing its financial future. With only nine days left to secure this approval, university officials stress that time is essential as they prepare to appeal for reaccreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges in February. “Saint Augustine’s University has shown its willingness to cooperate with the Attorney General’s Office by providing them with all the information they have requested to facilitate a timely

Huge $40 million Jackson State athletics update on the table

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Courtesy of Jackson State University Exciting changes could be on the horizon for Jackson State University football. Mississippi Representative Robert L. Johnson III (D-District 94) has introduced a groundbreaking bill that seeks to allocate $40 million for the construction of a cutting-edge multipurpose athletic facility for JSU. This initiative not only aims to revamp the Tigers’ athletic infrastructure but also addresses the space constraints of the neighboring University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC). Jackson State enters this pivotal moment in its program’s history with an impressive 11-2 record on the year, underscoring the team’s continued dominance and growing need for upgraded facilities to match

Meharry Medical College and the University of Pennsylvania Establish Joint MD/PhD Program

Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, one of four historically Black medical schools in the United States, has recently established a joint M.D./Ph.D. program with the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton Health Care Management Department. The initiative allows a student to simultaneously pursue a medical degree from Meharry and a Ph.D. in health care management at the Wharton School, the country’s top-ranked business school according to U.S. News. Cynthia Chude, a third-year medical student at Meharry, has been named the inaugural Escarce-Kingston Scholar. She will take a leave of absence from her current studies to complete a five-year doctoral program at the

Lawmaker Proposes New Athletic Facility for HBCU Amid Stadium Debate

Courtesy of Jackson State University In a move that would elevate the athletic experience at Jackson State University, Representative Robert L. Johnson III (D-District 94) recently introduced legislation calling for the construction of a new multipurpose athletic facility for the university. The proposal, which could allocate up to $40 million from state funds, aims to provide JSU with upgraded facilities and potentially reshape the area surrounding the current Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium. The bill has emerged against a backdrop of ongoing discussions between city officials and leaders at the University of Mississippi Medical Center regarding the future use of the

HBCU band removes director as investigation commences

Courtesy of Tennessee State University HBCU Tennessee State University has removed its band band director amidst an investigation, according to a news release. Tennessee State Interim President Dewayne Tucker stated that Reginald McDonald had been placed on administrative leave while the school investigates travel requisitions and advances. “This decision concerns outstanding travel requisitions and advances and related lack of compliance with TSU policies and procedures,” Tucker said in the release. “Dr. McDonald will be on administrative leave with full pay while we continue this investigation.” The band, known as “The Aristocrat of Bands,” earned Grammy-winning status under McDonald back in 2023. McDonald has

HBCU to Host Empowering Teach-In Ahead of Inauguration

As students, faculty, and community members prepare for a new academic semester, the University of the District of Columbia is set to host an impactful event focused on mindfulness, learning, and empowerment. The Pre-Inauguration Community Gathering & Teach-In is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 16, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. Mindfulness, Grounding, and Good Vibes The event seeks to create a space for reflection and connection in light of the ongoing political climate. It will begin with a “Mindfulness, Grounding, and Good Vibes” session from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Michelle Chatman, founding director of the Crime,

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