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Shaw University Launches the Nation’s First HBCU Doctoral Program in AI and Moral Agency

Shaw University just made history — and the Shaw University EdD in AI is unlike anything the HBCU world has ever seen.  Shaw University announced that the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges approved the university to offer doctoral-level degrees for the first time in its 160-year history. That approval cleared the way for Shaw University Divinity School to launch the Doctor of Education in Artificial Intelligence and Moral Agency — the first program of its kind at any HBCU in the country. The first cohort of 12 students will begin in Spring 2027. Applications open this summer.

America at 250: The HBCU Legacy

A 250th anniversary is incomplete without honoring the pioneers who shaped the nation – or the institutions that paved the way. The founding of the first historically Black college or university (HBCU) in 1836 set a precedent of an education system where opportunity and inclusivity are the standard for all. From the inaugural Cheyney University of Pennsylvania to the University of the District of Columbia (UDC), that vision now scales across more than 100 existing HBCUs nationwide – all driven by a collective promise to uphold a more equitable future. “In a very specific time in this country, where Black stories

Tuskegee University Is Launching a Cosmetic Science Program — and an HBCU Consortium Is Coming With It

Tuskegee cosmetic science is officially here — and it is about to change who leads the beauty industry. Tuskegee University announced on June 30, 2026, that it will launch a new cosmetic science program beginning in Fall 2026. The interdisciplinary concentration draws from both the College of Agriculture, Environment, and Nutrition Sciences and the College of Arts and Sciences. Enrollment will be capped at 25 students per cohort. In addition, Tuskegee will join Spelman College — the first HBCU to establish a cosmetic chemistry program — in launching a joint HBCU Cosmetic Science Consortium in early 2027. What Tuskegee Cosmetic Science Students Will

Saint Augustine’s University Chapter 11 bankruptcy hearing could decide future of the private HBCU in Raleigh

A bankruptcy hearing in federal court is scheduled for Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) on Tuesday. The school filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in April. According to the filing documents obtained by ABC11, school leaders admitted that it owes between $50 million and $100 million to creditors. The school described the move as a “voluntary bankruptcy filing” and said it hopes to “strengthen its financial foundation” over the long term. Selling part of the school’s 105-acre property in Raleigh to help cover its debt is one of the options they are looking at. Financial records show the university estimates it has between 200 and 999 creditors,

ASU Social Workers to Receive Grant from HBCU C.A.R.E.S.

By Hazel Scott/ASU Three faculty members in Alabama State University Department of Social Work—Dr. Dawna Nelson, Sharonda Pettaway and Dr. Ashley Cochran—was awarded the distinguished Institutional Funding Grant from HBCU C.A.R.E.S., a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Colleges (HBCCs). The ceremony will take place in ASU’s DeShields Auditorium at Abernathy Hall. The $5,000 grant will be used to support ASU’s commitment to workforce development and community impact, fostering growth for students and the broader public sector workforce alike. The project will focus on enhancing community awareness of Forensic Social Work as

Bowie State University Lands $2.3 Million to Strengthen Maryland’s Nursing Pipeline

Bowie State University just secured one of the largest nursing investments in its history — and the timing could not be more critical. Bowie State University was awarded more than $2.3 million in competitive grants from the State of Maryland to address the state and national nursing shortage. The Maryland Higher Education Commission, in partnership with the Maryland Health Services Cost Review Commission, administered the funding through the Nurse Support Program II. Bowie State nursing grants will expand the university’s program capacity, strengthen faculty development, and improve outcomes for the next generation of nurses coming through its doors. Five Initiatives, One

Wilberforce University Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Freshman’s Hazing-Related Death

The Wilberforce University hazing lawsuit is forcing a painful conversation about accountability on HBCU campuses. The family of Savanna Jones, an 18-year-old freshman at Wilberforce University in Ohio, filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the university on June 23, 2026. The lawsuit alleges Jones died on April 30 after an alcohol-based initiation ritual. The ritual was tied to an unofficial student group known as “the Turtles.” Her family claims university staff failed to step in as her condition worsened. The case raises serious questions about hazing, oversight, and student safety on a campus that markets itself as alcohol-free. What the Lawsuit Alleges

JCSU looking to do a special push after Accreditation Update

Written byTheOlympiaDShow Johnson C. Smith University says it plans to emerge stronger as it works through the second phase of its accreditation probation. University leaders announced they have implemented 19 new policies aimed at strengthening financial oversight, accountability and internal controls after concerns raised by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The accrediting agency cited issues related to financial responsibility, control of finances and oversight of externally funded programs, placing the university on probation for good cause while maintaining its accreditation. (Charlotte Observer) JCSU officials say the new measures are designed to improve financial operations

Dillard University Celebrates A Legacy of Purpose with The Leadership Alliance and Xavier University of Louisiana

Dillard University joined The Leadership Alliance and Xavier University of Louisiana for a special celebration of A Legacy of Purpose: How The Leadership Alliance is Reshaping the Future of Work on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at the University Center at Xavier University of Louisiana. The event brought together students, faculty, university leaders, alumni, and partners from across the New Orleans academic community to celebrate student achievement, research pathways, mentorship, and the transformative power of institutional collaboration in preparing the next generation of leaders in academia, medicine, science, and public service. Hosted in partnership with Xavier University of Louisiana, the celebration highlighted The

For Howard Students and Faculty, International Women in Engineering Day Is Everyday

By Michael D. Thomas II As Howard University joins the global community in celebrating International Women in Engineering Day on June 23, Howard women whose innovation and leadership continue to shape the future of STEM as architects and engineers reflect the university’s commitment to preparing engineers to lead with purpose. The commitment is rooted in a long legacy of service, excellence, and representation. Women across the College of Engineering and Architecture contribute to the Howard legacy every day through research, global service, industry internships, and community impact. Their presence strengthens a field where women, especially Black women, remain underrepresented. Howard

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