Biden, Harris Launch Black Voters Outreach in Pennsylvania
By Mike Memoli and Lauren Mayk Preparing for a new phase of the campaign as Donald Trump’s criminal trial nears the end, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will make a rare joint campaign appearance here Wednesday to shore up a critical constituency in a critical state: Black voters in Pennsylvania. The Democratic ticket will be joined by a rising Democratic star and likely major surrogate, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, as it works to counter Trump’s efforts to make inroads among the voters who helped power Biden to the nomination and then the White House four years ago. Biden’s campaign has
Grambling State Breaks Ground on Student Services Center
Courtesy of Grambling State University Student service is a hallmark of the Grambling State University experience and is something the Black & Gold Facilities, Inc. plans to build on with the construction of a Student Services Center. As the institution seeks to improve its essential student services, it is paramount to develop an infrastructure that enables broad outreach by leveraging the assets at its disposal to achieve an enhanced student life experience. As articulated by user stakeholders, the project mission is laser-focused on positioning students for perpetual success by providing centralized, essential student services and academic services that generate their
Prudential, Hampton U Partner to Build Black Wealth
Starting in young adulthood, one of the most important life skills is managing your money. This starts with a good understanding of how capital works, how to budget and save, and how to invest and make a nest egg grow. But there’s an access gap in setting up young minds for financial success. As compared with white high school students (one in nine of whom had access to finance education), only one in 20 students from Black and Brown schools had the same access, one of the root causes of the racial wealth gap in America. And this gap plays out
Phylicia Rashad Ends Tenure as Howard Fine Arts Dean
By Aria Bell Phylicia Rashad has fulfilled her agreement with Howard University as the Dean of the institution’s College of Fine Arts following the spring commencement ceremony. Three years ago, Rashad helped to revive the fine arts program she was once a part of by stepping into the role of dean. Initially, the Houston native was unsure if she could fully commit to the role. On May 10, Rashad sat down with fellow Howard alumna Lesli Foster, who is now a news anchor at WUSA9, to discuss the work she’s done at her alma mater and what’s next. Before playing the beloved Claire Huxtable on The Cosby Show,
Bryan Stevenson to Speak at Lincoln’s 2024 Commencement
By Kyra Alessandrini Lincoln University announced that Bryan Stevenson, the founder and Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative, will be the keynote speaker at the HBCU’s 2024 Commencement Ceremony. This year will mark the institution’s 165th Commencement Ceremony. The event will take place on May 5 on Lincoln’s main campus, and around 400 undergraduate and graduate students will receive their degrees. “Bryan Stevenson addressing our graduates at Lincoln University’s 2024 Commencement Ceremony stands as a testament to the university’s dedication to fostering critical thought and pursuing social justice. His profound commitment to human rights and equity resonates deeply with the
Howard Launches First HBCU Intercollegiate Skating Team
By Mia Berry Howard University junior Maya James and senior Cheyenne Walker have been avid ice skaters since age 7. However, after high school both hung up their skates after deciding to attend Howard because the school didn’t have a skating program. When James and Walker traveled home during school breaks, they occasionally would visit local skating rinks to brush up on their skills. After James returned from winter break during her sophomore year, she decided to team up with Walker in hopes of creating an ice skating program at Howard. That way, current and future students wouldn’t have to
FAMU Ranked No. 1 HBCU by Niche in 2024 Rankings
By Dantee Ramos In Niche’s 2024 Best HBCU Schools in America category, Florida A&M University placed No. 1. FAMU President Larry Robinson said he is happy to see the transformative years recognized. “Great things happen every day at FAMU, and we are proud to know that what we do is being recognized nationally,” Robinson said, according to Tallahassee. “For 136 years, FAMU has been changing and transforming lives, and we will continue to stay true to this important mission.” The university moved to No. 91 among public universities in U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 Best Colleges ranking — breaking into the Top 100. The university was
JSU Announces Commencement Speakers: Butler & Reeves
Courtesy of Jackson State University Jackson State University announces two distinguished alumni will keynote the 2024 Spring commencement ceremonies. United States District Judge Carlton W. Reeves will serve as the speaker for the graduate student ceremony on Friday, May 3 at 9 a.m. CT in the Lee E. Williams Athletics and Assembly Center; and United States Senator Laphonza Butler will serve as the speaker for the undergraduate student ceremony on Saturday, May 4 at 9 a.m. CT at Veterans Memorial Stadium. “Both Judge Carlton Reeves and Senator Laphonza Butler’s accomplishments are shining examples of the excellence and impact our institution fosters. Their dedication
FAMU Approves Design Plans for Two New Residence Halls
Written By Andrew Skerritt The Florida A&M University (FAMU) Board of Trustees (BOT) approved contracts for architectural firms to design two more student residence halls. Meeting on campus Thursday, March 7, the BOT approved a $429,521 contract with JRA Architects of Tallahassee for engineering and architecture services for a 500-bed, mixed use facility that will be built where Paddyfote residence hall once stood. As part of the plan, the four-story building will be designed to include retail and office space on the first floor. The local firm also secured the architecture and design contract for the Howard Hall renovations, for
Eddie George Declines Ohio State RB Coach Job Offer
Eddie George became an NCAA football legend at Ohio State University, but he isn’t yet headed back to the Buckeye State. At least not to become the running backs coach for Ohio State football. Currently the Tennessee State University head football coach, Eddie George told long-time Columbus Dispatch reporter Tim May he is not interested in the running backs coach position opening at Ohio State University. Now former Ohio State running backs coach Tony Alford had been with the program for nearly a decade but recently jumped to the other side of the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry when he became the new
