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‘People Are Losing Faith’: AUC Students Reflect on Democratic Leadership After VP Visit

By Chauncey Alcorn Hundreds of Atlanta University Center students cheered with excitement when Vice President Kamala Harris stepped on stage inside the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel at Morehouse College in September. Seeing the Howard University graduate and first Black woman to serve as the nation’s second-in-command, live and in-person, was an inspiration to fellow HBCU attendees like Spelman sophomore Sydney White. “I think everything that she touched on, and even the questions asked [by students], were things that needed to be spoken on,” the 19-year-old White said after Harris’ remarks. But the jubilant reaction Harris received stood in contrast

Howard University Students Awarded 2024 Dow Jones Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism HBCU Media Collective Fellowship

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By Brooke Brinson Two Howard University students – Jada Ingleton and Jasper Smith – have been named as fellows of the 2024 HBCU Media Collective, a program led by Dow Jones and the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. Ingleton and Smith are joining six other HBCU students selected by their deans and faculty members to participate in the program, which will run from May 29 through June 12. As a part of the program, participants will receive newsroom training conducted by The Wall Street Journal and work alongside experienced journalists at Dow Jones’s MarketWatch and Barron’s newsrooms. Fellows will also enroll in graduate-level courses at

Tennessee Republicans Made Massive Change To This HBCU, and People Aren’t Having It

By Jessica Washington It seemed like things couldn’t get any more shocking after Tennessee Republicans kicked two Black State Representatives out of the State Legislature last year. But the latest move affecting Tennessee’s only publicly-funded, Historically Black University still managed to send shock waves across the state. Last Thursday, Republican Gov. Bill Lee, who is white, signed a bill from the majority white legislature removing the entire board of Tennessee State University. The HBCU did not take kindly to the change, issuing a strong rebuke of the decision. “This is unprecedented, unfortunate, and uncharted waters for any public university in the

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

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