PNC Partners With Howard University to Empower Black Entrepreneurship
The Howard University and PNC National Center for Entrepreneurship aims to support and educate Black entrepreneurs from across the country. The collaborative initiative includes three other HBCU partners: Morgan State University, Clark Atlanta University, and Texas Southern University.
Saida Grundy Wins Race, Gender, and Class Book Award From the American Sociology Association
Dr. Grundy's book, Respectable: Politics and Paradox in Making the Morehouse Man, explores the culture and experiences of graduates from Morehouse College in Atlanta, the country's only historically Black college for men.
Clark Atlanta University Relaunches Its Undergraduate Major in Music Education
In 2005, Clark Atlanta University discontinued its undergraduate major in music education. Nearly two decades later, the historically Black university has relaunched its music education program, aiming to prepare the next generation of music educations and advocates for the arts.
Four African Americans Who Have Been Named to Administrative Posts in Higher Education
Here is this week’s roundup of African Americans who have been appointed to new administrative positions at colleges and universities throughout the United States. If you have news for our appointments section, please email the information to contact@jbhe.com.
Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans
Here is this week’s news of grants or gifts to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.
ECSU Chancellor Karrie Dixon Selected to Lead North Carolina Central University
Dr. Dixon has spent the past eight years as chancellor of Elizabeth City State University in North Carolina. During her tenure, the university experienced significant growth in enrollment, funding, and employee morale.
Said Sewell Named Eleventh President of Morris College in South Carolina
Dr. Sewell is a three-time HBCU graduate with an extensive background in HBCU leadership, most recently serving as chief academic officer at the Atlanta University Center Consortium. He has held previous executive leadership roles with Morehouse College, Lincoln University, and Fort Valley State University.
Prairie View A&M University Selects Aashir Nasim for Senior Vice President and Provost
Dr. Nasim has spent the past 15 years with Virginia Commonwealth University, currently serving as vice president and senior advisor to the president, as well as a full professor of psychology and African American studies.
San Francisco Mayor Looks to Bring HBCU Satellite Campus to the City
The proposal, Black 2 San Francisco, is part of San Francisco Mayor London Breed's 30 by 30 initiative, aiming to bring 300,000 residents and students to the city by 2030.
State Audit Reveals Nearly $700,000 in Unallowable Purchases by Fayetteville State University Employees
According to the audit report, former employees from Fayetteville State University's Office of Strategic Communication (OSC) made purchases totaling $692,239 using university-issued cards that were unallowable and/or did not include the proper documentation.
Tuskegee University Partners With Cornell University for Digital Biology and Sustainable Agriculture Research
Tuskegee University is the first HBCU to join the Center for Research on Programmable Plant Systems, a collaborative research group led by Cornell University. The center is currently conducting research to develop tools that can communicate with plants.
Mark Brown to Be the First Alumnus to Serve as President of Tuskegee University...
On July 1, Dr. Mark Brown will assume the presidency of his undergraduate alma mater, Tuskegee University in Alabama, making him the first alumnus to serve in the position. He currently serves as the inaugural president and CEO of the Student Freedom Initiative.
Washtenaw Community College Adds Central State University to HBCU Pathway Program
Central State University in Ohio is the seventh historically Black college or university to join Washtenaw Community College's HBCU Pathway program, which provides admission opportunities and tuition assistance for local students to enroll in a participating HBCU institution.
University of Notre Dame Establishes Graduate Business Degree Pipeline With Xavier University
The new partnership will provide four qualified students from Xavier University with guaranteed admission into a master's degree program within the Mendoza College of Business at the University of Notre Dame in Indiana.
Atlanta University Consortium and Howard University Partner With Kenya on Technology-Driven Research
The newly established EDTECH Africa initiative aims to strengthen the higher education system in Kenya by fostering research and educational collaborations between Kenyan scholars and historically Black colleges and universities.
Winston-Salem State University and Wake Forest University Establish a Pathway Program for Aspiring Physician...
Through their most recent collaboration, the physician assistant program at Wake Forest University will begin formally recruiting Winston-Salem State University students who meet admission requirements and have been recommended by Winston-Salem State University leadership.
Hampton University Launches Seven Online Degree Programs in Business and Theology
Historically Black Hampton University in Virginia has expanded its online offerings by launching a new one-year MBA degree and six degree programs from the School of Religion.
Alabama State University Selects Private Wall Street Firm to Manage Endowment
Neuberger Berman, has partnered with Alabama State University to manage the historically Black university's $125 million endowment. Additionally, the Wall Street firm will provide internships to ASU students.
Elizabeth City State University Establishes Transfer Agreements With a Local Community College
Through three recently signed agreements, students at the College of the Albemarle now have the opportunity for a seamless transfer to Elizabeth City State University upon completion of their associate's degree.
Fayetteville State University Establishes Transfer Agreement with Wake Technical Community College
The new partnership will provide qualified students from Wake Technical Community College with guaranteed admission to Fayetteville State University upon completion of their associate's degree.
Howard University Receives Record-Breaking 36,000 Applicants for Class of 2028
The class of 2028 applicant pool at Howard University increased by 4,000 applications compared to last year's class of 2027. This year, the university's acceptance rate was roughly 31 percent, down five percentage points from last year.
Alabama A&M University Becomes First HBCU to Establish Exclusively Online Doctorate in Social Work
In addition to the new doctorate in social work program, Alabama A&M University will launch a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction and a master's degree in food science business for the upcoming fall 2024 semester.
Tougaloo College and Brown University Students Partner on Rural Public Health Research
During the spring semester, nine students from historically Black Tougaloo College and 12 students from Brown University participated in a study of community health impacts of a wood manufacturing plant in rural Mississippi.
PROPEL Innovation Hub Launches HBCU Cybersecurity Consortium
The HBCU Cybersecurity Consortium aims to unite academia, industry, and government cybersecurity leaders and provide HBCUs with the most up-to-date cybersecurity curricula. Currently, 32 HBCUs from across the country have joined the professional organization.
Spelman College Wins $1 Million Grant From Goldman Sachs’ Market Madness HBCU Competition
In addition to Spelman College, Howard University, Florida A&M University, and Delaware State University all secured grants for their participation in this year's Market Madness Competition.
Alabama State University Approved to Offer Doctorate in Occupational Therapy
The new doctoral degree at Alabama State University will ensure its students receive up-to-date academic training, and allow the historically Black institution to maintain a competitive edge with other Alabama schools.
Florida A&M University Receives $237 Million Gift But Some Observers Say “Show Me the...
The gift is nearly double the university's current endowment valued at $121 million, and one of the largest personal donations ever received by a historically Black college or university.
Claflin University Establishes Partnership with Ohio Wesleyan University
Through a new memorandum of understanding, historically Black Claflin University in South Carolina and Ohio Wesleyan University have agreed to partner on future academic, professional development, and community service initiatives.
Xavier University of Louisiana to Launch the Country’s Fifth Historically Black Medical School
Once official accreditation approval is granted by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission, the new Xaiver University Ochsner College of Medicine will become the fifth medical school in the United States at a historically Black college or university.
South Carolina State University to Launch Four New Degrees in Engineering and Computer Science
Once the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education grants official approval, South Carolina State University plans to offer bachelor's degrees in mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering, as well as a master's degree in cybersecurity.
Alabama A&M University Looks to Acquire the Campus of Birmingham-Southern College
At the conclusion of the current academic semester, Birmingham-Southern College will close, leaving the campus available for acquisition by another institution. Historically Black Alabama A&M University has announced its prepared to acquire the campus with the plan to enroll students there as early as Fall 2025.
UCLA and Charles Drew University of Medicine Receive Funding to Support Equity in Neuroscience
Through $9.8 million in funding, the Dana Foundation will establish the UCLA-CDU Dana Center for Neuroscience & Society, which aims to gain a better understanding of the neuroscience needs of historically underrepresented communities in Los Angeles.
Oakwood University Wins 2024 Honda Campus All-Star Challenge
The Honda All-Star Challenge is an annual academic competition for students and faculty at historically Black colleges and universities. This year's top finisher, Oakwood University, received a $100,000 grant for their win.
MIT Launches HBCU Science Journalism Fellowship
The new HBCU Science Journalism Fellowship will provide students from Howard University, Hampton University, Florida A&M University, Morgan State University, and North Carolina A&T State University with hands-on training and individualized mentorship to develop their journalistic skills.
Delaware State University Establishes Transfer Agreement with Rowan College of South Jersey
As the result of a recently signed transfer agreement, community college students at Rowan College of South Jersey now have the opportunity to pursue their bachelor's degree at historically Black Delaware State University upon completion of their associate's degree.
Tuskegee University Flight School Receives $6.7 Million in Federal Funding
With a $6.7 million investment from the federal government, Tuskegee University will launch a new bachelor's degree in aviation science. The program will teach students about aviation science and technology and provide them with flight school training.
