Albany State University Partners With Department of Labor to Provide Employment Support to Veterans...
“This memorandum of understanding formalizes a partnership that will open doors to career development, job training and employment opportunities for veterans and military students at Albany State University and more HBCUs," said James Rodriguez, assistant secretary with the Department of Labor.
Miles College Signs Agreement to Purchase Birmingham-Southern College Campus
“We are very pleased to take this next step with Miles College,” said Birmingham-Southern College President Daniel B. Coleman. “Our hope has been to find a buyer whose mission paralleled BSC’s mission of educating young people for lives of service and significance and Miles College fits that description."
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.
Morehouse School of Medicine Establishes Industry Partnership to Advance Cancer Research
The Institute of Translational Genomic Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine has established a new partnership with Manifold, an AI-powered clinical data platform. The new partnership will enhance the institute's research in understanding how cancer manifests in underrepresented populations.
U.S. Department of State Facilitates Collaborative Conference for African Universities and HBCUs
The U.S. Department of State and the Mississippi Consortium for International Development recently organized a conference aimed at connecting leaders from African universities and HBCUs and strengthening global educational partnerships.
Norfolk State University and Old Dominion University Launch Joint School of Public Health
The Joint School of Public Health at Norfolk State University and Old Dominion University will offer six new degree programs to students at both institutions, including a new Ph.D. program in health services research.
Pew Research Center Report Examines Changes in Enrollments at HBCUs
Since 1976, the share of Black student enrollment at HBCUs has increased by 15 percent, while the share of non-Black HBCU students increased by 117 percent. This has caused a decrease in Black students' overall representation at HBCUs, which has dropped from 85 percent in 1976 to 76 percent in 2022.
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.
Five Black Leaders Appointed to Administrative Roles at HBCUs
Taking on new administrative duties are Ashley F. G. Norwood at Jackson State University in Mississippi, Jamal Sowell at Florida A&M University, Lorri Saddler at Clark Atlanta University, Cedric Mobley at Howard University in Washington, D.C., and Lovelle McMichael at North Carolina A&T State University.
University of Maryland Eastern Shore Joins Program to Prepare Students for Careers in Public...
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore has joined the Pathways to Public Service Program at the Department of Health and Human Services. The program provides students interested in public health careers with development workshops, paid internships, and entry-level employment opportunities.
Morehouse School of Medicine Launches New Course on Racial Disparities in Pain Treatment
In a previous survey conducted by Morehouse, Advil, and BLKHLTH, roughly 93 percent of Black participants said pain impacts their daily life and 83 percent said they have had a negative experience when seeking treatment for their pain.
Morgan State University Launches Student-Managed Investment Fund
The new Student-Managed Investment Fund at Morgan State University will provide undergraduate students the opportunity to invest real money, giving them experience in real-world portfolio management that will prepare them for successful careers in finance.
American Academy of Arts & Sciences Tracks the Status of Humanities Degrees at HBCUs
In 2022, HBCUs awarded 2,907 bachelor's degrees in humanities fields. This was a 15 percent decrease from the recent high of 3,434 degrees awarded in 2014.
Spelman College President Helene Gayle Announces Personal Leave of Absence
Effective immediately, Spelman College President Helene Gayle is on a personal leave of absence. The college did not specify the reason for her leave, nor her expected return date. Roz Brewer, former chair of Spelman's board of trustees, has been named interim president.
Three HBCUs Join United States Fish and Wildlife Service Consortium
Bowie State University, Bethune Cookman University, and Alabama A&M University have signed an agreement with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that will provide students at the HBCUs with permanent employment opportunities after graduation.
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.
North Carolina Central University Establishes a Formal Partnership With the Wilmette Institute
The two institutions have collaborated on several educational initiatives over the past two years. A recently signed agreement will formalize and expand their partnership over the next five years.
UNCF President Michael Lomax Receives Andrew Jackson Young Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Lomax is currently in his twentieth year as president and CEO of the United Negro College Fund. He has dedicated his five-decades-long career to civic duty and education, including service as the fifth president of Dillard University in New Orleans.
Wake Forest School of Law Creates Pathway Program for Winston-Salem State University Students
A new agreement between Winston-Salem State University and the Wake Forest University School of Law will provide scholarships to two students in Wake Forest's juris doctorate program upon graduation from WSSU.
Four HBCUs Launch Consortium With the Black AIDS Institute
The Black AIDS Institute has partnered with Jarvis Christian University, Johnson C. Smith University, LeMoyne-Owen College, and Voorhees University to educate Black Americans about HIV/AIDs treatment and care.
National Student Clearinghouse Research Center Releases Fall 2024 Enrollment Report
According to the report, Black undergraduate enrollment increased by 6.2 percent over the past two years. In comparison, total undergraduate enrollment increased by 5.2 percent and White undergraduate enrollment decreased by 2.8 percent over the same time period.
Lester Agyei McCorn Named President of Paine College in Georgia
"I am honored to accept the presidency of Paine College," said Dr. McCorn. "My acceptance originates from a place of deep respect and admiration for the legacy and significance of this historic institution. Connecting Paine College's historic past with a strategic vision for the future will catapult this institution into unparalleled prominence in American higher education."
HBCUs Spend a Significant Proportion of Their Revenue on Instructional Expenses
According to a new report from the Wesley Peachtree Institute, HBCUs spend a significantly higher proportion of their revenue on instructional expenses than non-HBCUs, suggesting an urgent need to increase investments in HBCUs through the lens of their higher expenditures.
Jackson State University in Mississippi Launches Wellness on Wheels Mobile Clinic
The Wellness on Wheels mobile lab aims to reduce barriers to quality healthcare for Mississippi communities while providing health sciences students with experiential learning opportunities.
NASCAR Brings Campus Lab Program to Winston-Salem State University
The NASCAR Campus Lab Program aims to enhance WSSU's current bachelor's degree program in motorsport management. Up to 15 students will receive scholarships, gain insight about the motorsport industry, and be paired with a mentor from NASCAR's Black employee resource group.
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.
In Memoriam: Peggy Lynn Davis, 1961-2024
Peggy Davis was in her 27th year with Virginia State University's department of athletics at the time of her passing. Throughout her career, she received several awards for her work in intercollegiate athletics, including the CIAA Athletic Director of the Year on seven separate occasions.
Student Athletes Report Bats and Snakes in Locker Room Showers at Alcorn State University
Current and former members of the Alcorn State University's women's soccer team have reported sightings of bats and snakes in their locker room showers. The team's season has been canceled for the current academic year.
Sanofi Grants $18 Million to Three Historically Black Medical Schools to Increase Diversity in...
Thanks to an $18 million investment from Sanofi, Meharry Medical College, Howard University, and Morehouse School of Medicine plan to expand their clinical research staff, pharmacy infrastructure, and training programs.
Huston-Tillotson University to Establish Two Satellite Campus in California
Huston-Tillotson University, a historically Black educational institution in Austin, Texas, has announced plans to launch two new satellite campuses in California. The university has already received approval to begin offering online courses to California students in January.
Historically Black Central State University in Ohio Placed on Fiscal Watch Amidst Financial Challenges
The Ohio Department of Higher Education has placed historically Black Central State University on fiscal watch. The department, the Auditor of State's office, and the Central State board of trustees will work with university officials to develop a financial recovery plan.
Huge Enrollment Decline at Historically Black Tennessee State University
At historically Black Tennessee State University, overall enrollments are down by 23 percent. Most strikingly, enrollments of students in first-year programs are down by more than 50 percent.
Leslie Rodriguez-McClellon Named Seventeenth President of Arkansas Baptist College
Prior to her new role, Dr. Rodriguez-McClellon was the vice president of community relations and governmental affairs at Saint Augustine's University in Raleigh. She has a robust background in higher education, including service as the first African American president of Rochester Community and Technical College in Minnesota.
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.
A Trio of African Americans Taking on New Administrative Responsibilities in Higher Education
The three African Americans appointed to administrative posts in higher education are De'Onqua Isaac at Morris College in South Carolina, Karin Vinson at Fort Valley State University in Georgia, and Jamillah Williams at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.
Albany State University Establishes Graduate Pathway Program With Grand Valley State University
Upon graduation from Albany State University, students at the HBCU will have the opportunity to transition to master's degree programs in communications and healthcare management at Grand Valley State University in Michigan.
