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Miles College Secures Big Donation for Athletics

Courtesy of Miles College Athletics Miles Director of Athletics Fred Watson continues the drive towards his mission of creating and sustaining an athletic department that will compete – athletically and academically – at the highest levels. He recently secured a $100,000 donation to the athletic department, which will go directly towards positively impacting Miles College and its student-athletes. Watson, who is in his second year as the school’s Director of Athletics, has been able to raise the dollars for athletics while also serving as the Golden Bears’ head men’s basketball coach. While balancing both jobs is not easy, he understands that he has

Black Men Might Turn Their Backs, Literally, on President Biden’s Morehouse Commencement Speech

By Nigel Roberts Democratic presidents delivering graduation commencement addresses at HBCUs are typically good vibe moments. But that’s not the case this time. Strong opposition is brewing against President Joe Biden’s invitation to deliver the May 24 keynote speech at iconic all-male HBCU Morehouse College in Atlanta. Morehouse, which extended the invitation in September, received immediate backlash after announcing Biden’s keynote address. Many complain that Morehouse is a merelypolitical pawn in Biden’s re-election bid – nothing more than a campaign stop in the crucial swing state of Georgia. Polls predict that disgruntled young Black men could turn their backs on Biden and the Democratic

Fisk University Seniors Call For Change Following Unexpected Commencement Modifications

By Quintessa Williams Several students from Fisk University‘s Class of 2024 (who wish to remain anonymous) are calling for change after the university made unexpected alterations to their upcoming commencement ceremony. Last week, on April 17th, Fisk reportedly notified the senior class that they had made changes to the ceremony, which is scheduled to be held on Monday, May 6th. “On Wednesday, April 17th, 2024 Fisk University administration made the executive decision to change the 2024 location from the Grove (better known as the Fisk University Yard) on Monday, May 6th at 9:00 am to a local church at 8:30 am,” one

TSU Hosts Record-Breaking 1890 ARD Research Symposium

By Alexis Clark The Tennessee State University College of Agriculture served as the host for the 21st Association of 1890 Research Directors Biennial Research Symposium (ARD), held in April at the Gaylord Opryland Convention Center in Nashville. As the immediate past Chair and steering committee member of the symposium, the College of Agriculture Dean, Dr. Chandra Reddy, was instrumental in getting the event to be held here in Nashville, and participants did not disappoint. The event was by all accounts the biggest, best-attended symposium in the organization’s nearly 50-year history. More than 1,500 faculty researchers, college administrators, students, and staff

From Lagos to the National Spotlight: Sopuruchi’s Trailblazing Journey in Art and Design

Courtesy of Fisk University Fisk University is proud to spotlight the remarkable achievements of Sopuruchi Ndubuisi, an exceptionally talented Art major with a concentration in Design, originally from Lagos, Nigeria. Sopuruchi’s unique design, “To Be Black Is,” has not only captured the essence of black excellence but has also earned a prestigious feature in Target’s nationwide Black History Month design contest. Sopuruchi shared the inspiration behind participating in the contest, stating, “I have always been interested in apparel design and wanted to create wearable art. What started as a personal project to explore the apparel design space while celebrating Black History Month

Howard University Experts Offer Insight into Wealth Building During Financial Literacy Month

By Brittany Bailer April is Financial Literacy Month and Howard University experts are offering insight and advice into achieving financial stability and wealth generation. Our experts emphasize the importance of financial proficiency,  fluency over literacy, and offer tips on how people of color can deepen their understanding on the principle of finances. Financial literacy is knowledge and understanding that enable sound financial decision making and effective management of personal finances. The TIAA Institute annually issues the Personal-Finance Index report to explore the state of financial literacy in the Black community. In 2023, it was found that, on average, African American

Bullard Center and Clean Energy Fund of Texas Selected for $156 million Grant from EPA Solar for All Program

Courtesy of Texas Southern University he U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded a $156 million grant to a joint initiative between the Bullard Center for Environmental & Climate Justice and the Clean Energy Fund of Texas. This initiative is designed to provide community solar and energy resiliency infrastructure to low-income communities in southern and southeastern states. The grant, through the EPA Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund’s “Solar for All” program, is one of the largest awarded of its kind. “This funding will change the course of solar energy and equity across Texas and the South,” said Dr. Robert D. Bullard, Distinguished Professor

NAACP warns Black student-athletes

By Chanel Woolcook The NAACP has made a strong appeal to Black student-athletes who are thinking about attending universities in Florida, a daring step that will undoubtedly intensify current discussions over diversity and inclusion in education. In response to recent events, such as the University of Florida’s decision to dismantle its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) department in accordance with the controversial “Stop WOKE Act,” which is supported by Republican Governor Ron DeSantis. The letter from the NAACP criticizes Governor DeSantis’ administration for what it refers Florida as “rampant anti-Black policies” that impede the advancement of African Americans and is addressed to both

HBCUs become safe haven for students uncertain of higher ed path after affirmative action ruling

By Lexi Lonas Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) face a complicated situation after the Supreme Court barred affirmative action in college admissions, a ruling that left many applicants unclear about their chances as they seek higher education. Advocates cast the ruling as a setback that will greatly impact minority students, causing them to seek institutions where they know their success will be welcomed and they don’t have to question how the school supports their education. “Black students don’t feel wanted at these institutions because of the court decisions, and so that might mean that some of those students who would be applying

FAMU SAET Opens Upgraded Fab Lab to Inspire Design Innovation

By Andrew Skerritt Florida A&M University’s School of Architecture and Engineering Technology (SAET) unveiled its upgraded Digital Fabrication Lab, The Kaizen Collab, to further inspire design innovation and creativity on campus. Located on the second floor of the Walter L. Smith Architecture Building, the revamped facility includes a new $50,000 laser cutter all paid for with funding from Jacobs, a national architecture firm who has signed a three-year partnership with SAET. “The FAMU School of Architecture and Engineering Technology takes great pride in nurturing the next generation of architects. Our undergraduate and graduate programs strive to instill the creative vision,

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