HBCUs

A Trio of New Administrators Join South Carolina State University

Tiera Williams has been named director of residence life and housing; Rocky Simmons has been appointed director of corporate, foundation, and community relations; and Cardan Williams has been named major gift officer and planned giving coordinator.

Tennessee State University Signs New Agreement With State Officials to Alleviate Financial Concerns

A new memorandum of understanding with the state of Tennessee will allow Tennessee State University to redirect $96 million in state funding to address financial and operational needs. Previously, the funds were exclusively allocated for facility improvements.

Miles College Partners With the City of Birmingham for Local Violence Prevention Initiatives

Miles College will host three summer programs focused on making the Birmingham, Alabama, community safer. The initiatives include a youth leadership development program, entrepreneurship support for local adults, and a residency program for grassroots community leaders to enhance their skills.

Fayetteville State University Launches Simulation Lab for Social Work Students

Highlighting the new technology's impact on social work education, assistant professor Michelle Bates said, “We hope to boost self-efficacy and increase confidence so that when students take on their roles, they already have practical experience."

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.

Albert Mosley Named the Eighth President of Bethune-Cookman University

"I am deeply grateful for this opportunity, and I look forward to all that God has in store as I partner with our faculty, staff, students, alums, donors, and community partners in shaping a bold and inspiring future for B-CU," said Dr. Mosley. His presidency is set to begin on July 7.

Teresa Hardee Selected to Lead Bennett College in North Carolina

“I am truly honored to serve Bennett College at such a pivotal time,” said Dr. Hardee. “Bennett’s legacy is unmatched, and its future holds even greater promise. Together with the Bennett community, I am committed to building on its strengths and charting a bold path forward.”

Miles College Selected to Pilot New AI-Powered Mentorship Program

MentorPRO, an AI-powered mentorship platform, is coming to Miles College in Alabama. The HBCU's 2150 Center for Innovation, Commercialization, and Growth will oversee the program's implementation.

New Academic Appointments for Three Black Educators at HBCUs

Kisha Cunningham Aites and Archie Williams have been selected for associate dean roles at Savannah State University and Alcorn State University, respectively. Bracy Martin has been appointed interim director of bands at Elizabeth City State University.

Charles R. Drew University Establishes New Transfer Agreement with Los Angeles Mission College

Beginning in Fall 2025, students who complete their associate's degree at Los Angeles Mission College and meet admissions requirements will be guaranteed admission to Charles R. Drew University. Transfer students who enroll full-time will also receive a $1,500 annual scholarship.

Tennessee State University Expands Childcare Services for Local Families

The Tennessee State University Early Learning Center will now provide year-long childcare services for families in Nashville and beyond. The expanded center will create new hands-on training opportunities for early childhood education students.

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.

Voorhees University Establishes New Exchange Partnership With Salale University in Ethiopia

The two universities and the Center for Excellence for Education Preparation and Innovation on the Voorhees campus have entered into a trilateral agreement to collaborate on new academic exchanges, research opportunities, community projects, and professional development for their students, faculty, and staff.

South Carolina State University Launches Nuclear Reactor Simulator

South Carolina State University is currently the only HBCU in the nation to offer an undergraduate degree in nuclear engineering. Now, the university has opened a new simulator - one of only 10 such centers in the world - that mirrors a real nuclear power plant, creating new learning and research opportunities for students.

Meharry Medical College Establishes New Office in Memphis

“Meharry's presence in Memphis is driven by our mission, which calls us to go to communities with both profound need and significant potential,” said James E.K. Hildreth Sr., CEO and president of Meharry Medical College.

A Trio of Black Leaders Appointed to Administrative Positions at HBCUs

The appointments are Kery Davis at Howard University in Washington, D.C., Yolanda Robinson at Alcorn State University in Mississippi, and Casey Davis at Prairie View A&M University in Texas.

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.

Maurice Gipson Named the Fifteenth President of Philander Smith University

“Philander Smith University has long been a place where transformation takes root — for students, for families, and for communities,” said Dr. Gipson. “As someone who has served as a trustee, a faculty member, and now as president, I am committed to ensuring that our momentum continues and that our mission is amplified.”

Jackson State University Elevates Two Black Professors to Key Academic Leadership Positions

Currently serving as dean of graduate studies, Preselfannie McDaniels has been selected to serve as interim provost at Jackson State University in Mississippi following Denise Jones Gregory's elevation to interim president. Carlos Wilson will lead the division of graduate studies on an interim basis while Dr. McDaniels takes on her new responsibilities.

Dillard University Memorializes African Americans Whose Remains Were Used in Nineteenth-Century Pseudoscience Research

In the 1880s, a New Orleans physician sent the skulls of 19 deceased African Americans to a German scientist to be used in racially biased research. Now, the remains have been returned to New Orleans and memorialized by Dillard University.
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