Campus News - Page 88

Trump Threatens $3B Harvard Cut, Eyes Trade School Boost

President Trump said Sunday he’s considering stripping Harvard University of $3 billion in federal funding and redistributing it to trade schools. The big picture: The latest threat against the Ivy League institution comes days after a federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to ban foreign students from attending Harvard as part of a wider crackdown on colleges it considers to have liberal biases. Details: “I am considering taking Three Billion Dollars of Grant Money away from a very antisemitic Harvard, and giving it to TRADE SCHOOLS all across our land,” Trump said on Truth Social. “What a great investment that would be for the USA, and so badly

Dr. F. DuBois Bowman Named President of Morehouse College

By Lexx Thornton A proud Morehouse alumnus, member of Phi Beta Kappa, and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Dr. Bowman has remained closely connected to his alma mater as a two-time Morehouse parent and a dedicated mentor, facilitating a University of Michigan pipeline program for students from Morehouse and Spelman colleges. In 2019, he was awarded the College’s highest award for alumni – the Bennie Trailblazer Award –named after the sixth president of the College, Dr. Benjamin Elijah Mays.   The 13th president of Morehouse College is Dr. F. DuBois Bowman, who will officially begin his tenure on July 15, 2025.

MEAC’s HBCU NFL Media Day at M&T Bank Stadium

Join MEAC’s HBCU NFL Media Day at M&T Bank Stadium on July 22, showcasing top coaches, athletes, and the legacy of HBCU football. The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC), a league comprised of six HBCU football programs, will hold its 2025 Football Media Day on Tuesday, July 22, at M&T Bank Stadium – home of the National Football League’s (NFL)Baltimore Ravens.  Introducing the HBCU NFL Media Day Partnership This marks a major milestone for the HBCU-centered conference as it continues to elevate its visibility and celebrate its deep legacy within the world of college football. The event’s venue, an NFL stadium,

Janice Pettyjohn Shines at Howard University Football

In 2022, Janice Pettyjohn made headlines as the first woman hired full-time by the Howard University football program. Three years later, she has firmly established herself as a vital figure in the HBCU football program’s leadership. Pettyjohn now serves as Director of Player Personnel and On-Campus Recruiting. Her promotion highlights her expanding influence at Howard University, one of the most respected programs among HBCU institutions. To understand how far she has come, it’s worth revisiting Howard’s original announcement of her hiring. When Pettyjohn joined the Howard University football program, she had just completed college. Her development closely mirrors the Bison’s rise. Notably,

Norwalk HBCU Scholarships: Full-Ride to Livingstone College

A group of high school students in Norwalk received a lifechanging opportunity Wednesday. Officials from Livingstone College, a Historically Black College and University located in North Carolina, presented full-ride scholarships to seniors at Brien McMahon and Norwalk high schools. The students who were awarded the scholarships have GPAs between 3.7 and 4.0. Livingstone president and CEO Dr. Anthony J. Davis says for him, it’s important to give back and make it easier for students to attend college. “Growing up in the foster care system something that I realized is that much is given, much is expected and required. So shame

HBCU Homecomings Research: NASPA Grant Awarded to Ekpe

Dr. Leslie Ekpe, assistant professor in the Department of Higher Education and Learning Technologies at East Texas A&M University, has been awarded a $5,000 Channing Briggs Small Research Grant by the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) Foundation to support her project titled “Tell Me Something Good: Alumni Reconnections at HBCU Homecomings.” The research focuses on the experiences of alumni from 20 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), examining how homecoming events contribute to ongoing alumni engagement and the long-term sustainability of campus traditions. The project will be presented in a documentary format to highlight the cultural significance and community-building aspects of these gatherings.

AC Barbeque HBCU Food Truck Debuts at College Campus

Written By Lexx Thornton Food for thought or food for culture? Summertime is upon us and a lot of cookouts will be overpowering your calendars. Anthony Anderson and Cedric The Entertainer have partnered up to create a barbecue lifestyle brand, AC Barbeque, which uses food to bring people together around family, tradition, and Black excellence. Created by the iconic actors, products in the brand’s line are designed to take grilling to the next level.   The pair worked with culinary scientists to craft their own special seasonings, rubs, and sauces, which reflect the best in global traditions. They were a hit

Clinton College President Wilks Named 14th President

Courtesy of Clinton College Clinton College has appointed Dr. Pamela Richardson Wilks as its 14th president, marking a significant leadership transition for the historic South Carolina HBCU. Wilks, who brings more than 25 years of experience in higher education leadership—primarily at Historically Black Colleges and Universities—will officially begin her tenure on June 1, 2025. The announcement drew enthusiastic support at the Higher Education Leadership Foundation convening at Claflin University on Thursday, where Wilks was in attendance and received thunderous applause when her appointment was announced. “I am deeply honored to serve as the next President of Clinton College,” said Wilks.

Livingstone College Solar Donation Fuels Green Campus

The road to higher education philanthropy seems to lead to Salisbury’s only HBCU: Livingstone College president, Dr. Anthony J. Davis, announced during the college’s 143rd commencement ceremony on May 3 that another seven-figure gift had been received, this time to support green energy as part of Davis’s “Miracle on Monroe Street” campus revitalization plan. The gift of more than $1.5 million, made by an anonymous donor, will be used to install solar panels on the campus. The gift comes just three months after the college received $10 million for residence hall and dining hall enhancements, and brings the total amount money raised

Camp HBCYouth is the flagship summer program of the HBCYouth Foundation, Inc., designed to reflect the spirit, values, and excellence of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)

Written By Lexx Thornton HBCUs are vital, critical, and emerging in our communities. Inspiring our young adults to study at the colleges and universities that were founded by them for them is what keeps history alive. But what about our youth? The youth is what fuels the young adults, and now there is a camp for them in the summer called Camp HBCYouth.   Camp HBCYouth is the flagship summer program of the HBCYouth Foundation, Inc., designed to reflect the spirit, values, and excellence of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). They provide immersive, educational day camp experiences that blend academic

1 … 86 87 88 89 90 … 574
Close

Never Miss A Story

Covering HBCUS
and The African American Community