The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Ron Patterson Appointed President of Murray State University
Dr. Patterson comes to his new role from Chadron State College in Nebraska, where he serves as the institution's twelfth president. His background includes over two decades of administrative experience in higher education.
Byron D’Andra Orey Elected President of the Southern Political Science Association
A Jackson State University faculty member for nearly two decades, Dr. Orey is a scholar of race and politics, biopolitics, political psychology, and legislative politics and voting.
Michelle Mayo Appointed Provost of Claflin University in South Carolina
Dr. Mayo has significant experience in academic leadership at HBCUs, including associate provost roles at North Carolina Central University and Harris-Stowe State University.
Research & Studies
How Historically Black Community Colleges Received and Spent Federal Relief Funding During the Pandemic
In total, historically Black community colleges received over $2.7 billion in federal relief funding during the pandemic. Nearly $800 million was issued for direct student aid disbursements and $1.9 billion was allocated for institutional spending.
Pew Research Center Finds Steady Growth in the Share of Black Americans Who Identify as Multiracial
In 2000, over 93 percent of all Black Americans identified as single-race Black. By 2023, their share dropped to 82 percent, with over 11 percent of Black Americans identifying as multi-racial and over 6 percent identifying as Black Hispanic.
Black Students at HBCUs Have Better Mental Health Than Peers at Other Institutions
Despite the significant financial challenges and lack of resources at historically Black colleges and universities, Black students at HBCUs are more likely to experience better mental health outcomes than their peers at other institutions.
Study Examines Racial Differences Among the Incoming Class of 2024 at U.S. Colleges and Universities
Authored by researchers from the American Council on Education and UCLA, the "Understanding the Entering Class of 2024" report examines the experiences and perspectives of incoming college freshman, including differences between students of different racial backgrounds.
Statistic of the Week
93.1%
The percentage of African Americans who identified as "single race Black" in 2000
82.0%
The percentage of African Americans who identified as "single race Black" in 2023
Source: Pew Research Center (see JBHE post)
Quote of the Week
“I’m afraid that it may be time for the Senate Democrats to get a new leader.”