By Leslie D.W. Jones As we move towards 2022 many African-American families are celebrating Kwanzaa, a holiday that has a connection to the continent of Africa, but is distinctly American. The seven principles of Kwanzaa tie directly into the nearly 200 year
Courtesy Xavier University of Louisiana Xavier University of Louisiana has continuously pushedĀ the boundaries of education and societal progression through its mission to create a more just and humane society. As an institution located in the Gulf Coast region, climate change greatly impacts
By Rebecca Grapevine South Atlanta leaders aim to revive the shuttered hospital in their community. Their plan follows Wellstar Health System’s decision to close the urgent care clinic at its former Atlanta Medical Center (AMC) South hospital in East Point. That clinic
āThe Color Purple,ā a vibrant adaptation of the book-turned-beloved-movie-turned-hit-Broadway-musical, dominated at the box office on Christmas Day. The film has outperformed expectations with $18 million from 3,152 North American theaters. Itās the largest Christmas Day opening for a film since 2009, and
ByĀ Curtis Bunn For the first time, this year advocates seeking reparations for the harms inflicted on Black people during centuries of slavery in America saw a movement for redress that elicits hope. Many municipalities either started or are forming commissions to address
Written by Dillard University In a significant move towards sustainability and innovation, Dillard University has secured a $20,000 grant from the Keller Family Foundation. This grant funds the installation of refillable water stations, aligning with the universityās commitment to sustainability and innovation.
By Kamryn Jackson Moriahās andĀ Aliyah Terryās basketball careers couldāve ended when they graduated fromĀ Olympic High SchoolĀ in Charlotte, North Carolina, where each played on the varsity basketball team, and enrolled at North Carolina A&T State University. However, their love for the sport prevailed.
Written by Alexis Clark Tennessee State University has received the 2024 āBest Online Masterās in Tennesseeā award from Online Masters Colleges (OMC), reaffirming its commitment to providing exceptional online education. The recognition highlights TSUās dedication to quality instruction and the success of
Courtesy of Hampton University Hampton University proudly announces the dedication of the stage in Robert C. Ogden Hall to theĀ Roland M. Carter stage, in honor of his legendary service to Hampton University as an esteemed composer, conductor, musician, happening at the 131stĀ Founderās
Courtesy of Grambling State University A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishing a Guaranteed Interview Program (GIP) between Louisiana State University Health Shreveport (LSUHS) School of Graduate Studies and Grambling State University (GSU) was signed at Grambling State University at 1 p.m. today.
