Jackson State University ranks #67 in national rankings for best online bachelor’s programs
Written By Aron Smith Jackson State University has achieved a significant milestone by securing the 67th position in the reputable U.S. News and World Report’s best online bachelor’s programs category. This notable accomplishment reflects a remarkable advancement from the program’s previous ranking of 113, solidifying its standing among 337 accredited online colleges and universities. “I believe the population of JSUOnline programs continues to increase because of the convenience and flexible program options. Students need accessible learning alternatives, and we provide that. JSUOnline has faculty and staff that help form a supportive community that is an integral part of the college experience,”
Sociology Department Hosts Dr. Lois Benjamin, Professor Emerita at Hampton University, as she explores the role of the Black family in her new book, Feb. 15
Courtesy of Hampton University The Hampton University Department of Sociology is proud to announce as its guest speaker for Black History Month, Dr. Lois Benjamin, Professor Emerita of Sociology at Hampton University. On Thursday, February 15, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. in the Harvey Library Meeting Room, Dr. Benjamin will explore the role of the Black family as she unveils her new book, “Ascension: The Sociology of an African American’s Generational Journey.” In this masterful work of family-focused sociology, Dr. Benjamin considers the lives of Pennie and Roscoe James and their children, revealing how a large, close-knit African American family with
Democrats’ Historic SC Primary is A Promise Kept to Black Voters
By Jaime Harrison As we kick off the presidential election year, the American people are tuning in more and more to the stakes of the 2024 election, which couldn’t be higher – particularly for Black Americans. This includes my home state of South Carolina, which is hosting its historic first-in-the-nation Democratic presidential primary today. Under President Biden’s leadership, the Democratic National Committee brought South Carolina to the forefront of our nominating calendar – a historic move to amplify the voices of Black voters, who are the bedrock of our party, heading into 2024. And it’s yet another promise made and
CSU and partners receive $30M NSF grant for Center for Complex Particle Systems
Courtesy of Chicago State University CSU, along with its partners, were awarded a $30 million National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to develop the Center for Complex Particle Systems (COMPASS). COMPASS brings together a team of theoretical, experimental, and computational researchers to develop the science and technology necessary to establish a systems-level approach for particle-based matter. This funding will recruit international researchers and scientists to integrate techniques such as graph theory and machine learning to revolutionize 3D printing and other methods of additive manufacturing for a diverse system. COMPASS will impact and provide opportunities for underrepresented students, minorities, and veterans through
Georgetown University Announces 2024 Security Summer Institute For HBCU Students
By Quintessa Williams Georgetown University has announced its third annual launch of their Security Summer Institute for HBCU students. The Security Studies Summer Institute, conducted through the Center for Security Studies (CSS), brings together rising college undergrads from HBCUs interested in security-related studies and professional paths. The week long program is intends to expand the diversity and provide HBCU students access to graduate education and career opportunities in the security-related field. This year’s program will take place from June 9th-15th at GU, with site visits across Washington, DC. CSS established the summer institute in 2022 with the goal of improving diversity in the field of security. The
Tuskegee to Host Inaugural ‘Embracing the Legacy’ Gala
By Thonnia Lee Tuskegee University is thrilled to announce its inaugural “Embracing the Legacy” Gala on March 15, 2024 at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded by visionary Booker T. Washington, the university is the No. 4 HBCU in the country and this event aims to celebrate accomplished alumni, supporters and community leaders who have lived the tenants of excellence that have sustained the university for generations. “The ‘Embracing the Legacy’ Gala is a milestone for Tuskegee University, providing an opportunity to share our rich history with a broader audience,” said Dr. Charlotte P. Morris, President Tuskegee University. “It’s
Vice President Kamala Harris attends FAMU-Howard HBCU National Championship football game
Written by Gerald Thomas III Florida A&M can win the Black College Football National Championship in front of a special guest. Vice President of the United States Kamala Harris will attend Saturday’s HBCU Celebration Bowl when the Southwestern Athletic Conference Champions Rattlers (11-1) battle the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference winners Howard Bison (6-5) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, first reported by ESPN Andscape’s Mia Berry. But it’s not the Football Championship Subdivision Coaches Poll’s fifth-ranked FAMU that VP Harris is rooting for. The first woman of color to become United States Vice President is a Howard University alumna, graduating with a Political Science and Economics degree in 1986. VP Harris, 59, interviewed with ABC/ESPN broadcasters Tiffany Greene, a
African-American Students’ Academic Achievement in STEM at HBCUs
Written by Felecia M. Nave, Fred A. Bonner and Chance Lewis Numerous reports assert that the United States must increase its production of highly educated workers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields in order to maintain its competitive edge in the global marketplace (Committee on Equal Opportunities in Science and Engineering 2004; National Science Foundation (NSF) 2006a, b; Southern Education Foundation, 2005). Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have an established and commendable record graduating African-American students in STEM fields. They are best suited to assist the United States in meeting its STEM workforce needs. According to the Thurgood
Black Voters Have New Power in Mississippi. Can They Elect a Democrat?
Written by Nick Corasaniti Just three years ago, Mississippi had an election law on its books from an 1890 constitutional convention that was designed to uphold “white supremacy” in the state. The law created a system for electing statewide officials that was similar to the Electoral College — and that drastically reduced the political power of Black voters. Voters overturned the Jim Crow-era law in 2020. This summer, a federal court threw out another law, also from 1890, that had permanently stripped voting rights from people convicted of a range of felonies. (The case is currently tied up on appeal, with