HBCUs

Florida A&M University to Establish New Center for African and African American Studies

The Henry Luce Foundation and the MacArthur Foundation have donated a total of $550,000 to establish the Center for African and African American Studies at Florida A&M University.

Stephanie Asabi Howard Recognized for Lifetime Achievement in Performing Arts

Currently serving as chair of the department of theatre and dance at North Carolina Central University, Dr. Asabi Howard has been recognized for lifetime achievement in performing arts. Over the course of her career, she has directed, written, managed, and performed in several award-winning productions.

Spelman College Establishes Research and Teaching Partnerships with Three Nigerian Universities

Spelman College has recently signed a partnership agreement with three Lagos-based universities in an effort to strengthen the educational ties between the United States, Nigeria, and other African communities.

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.

New Provost Appointments for Two African Americans in Higher Education

Regina Stovall Robinson has been named interim provost at Jarvis Christian University in Texas and Eric Buckles has been named interim provost at Dillard University in New Orleans.

Florida A&M University Appoints Two African American Scholars to Dean Positions

Florida A&M University has appointed Shannon Smith as dean of the School of Nursing and G. Dale Wesson as dean of the College of Agriculture and Food Sciences.

Saint Augustine’s University Maintains Its Accreditation

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges has reversed a December 2023 decision to strip Saint Augustine's University of its accreditation. Now the SACSCOC has the affirmed the HBCU's accreditation through December 2024.

Fayetteville State University Launches Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management and Technology

Students who enroll in the new degree program at Fayetteville State University will learn about supply chain management fundamentals, enterprise resource planning systems, operations planning and control, project management, global trends in logistics, and disaster management.

Tuskegee University Students Travel to UC Santa Barbara for Screenwriting Scholars Program

Ten students from Tuskegee University will travel to the UC Santa Barbara campus and spend the summer learning about screenwriting and other film and television areas of study. In the fall, Tuskegee will launch a film and media studies concentration, with plans to establish a full bachelor's degree within the next two years.

Donald Comer Named Interim President of Lane College in Tennessee

Dr. Comer has extensive experience as an advocate for HBCUs and African American business education serving on the board of trustees for Stillman College and LeMoyne-Owen College. He will assume his new duties on August 1.

Jeffery Norfleet Is the New Leader of Shorter College in Arkansas

Dr. Norfleet has been serving as Shorter College's provost and vice president. He has an extensive background in higher education, serving in both academic and administrative capacities.

Central State University to Merge Two Colleges to Optimize Resources and Efficiency

The primary goal of the merger is to improve operational efficiency, support increased enrollment, and optimize resources. Notably, the focus on operational streamlining does not include any plans for staff or faculty layoffs.

Four Black Scholars Selected for Dean Positions

The dean appointments are Chukwuka Onwumechili at Howard University, Myra Bozeman at Sinclair Community College in Dayton, Ohio, Joan Tilghman at Coppin State University in Baltimore, and Omolola Eniola-Adefeso at the University of Illinois.

Voorhees University Launches Its First Doctor of Education Degree Program

The new doctor of education in leadership program will offer two specialized tracks for students, preparing them to become successful leaders in their chosen educational field. Students can choose to focus their studies on either PK-12 education or higher education administration.

Fielding Graduate University Honors Ronald Mason for Lifetime Achievements in HBCU Leadership

Ronald Mason has served as president of three HBCUs: Jackson State University, Southern University and A&M College, and the University of the District of Columbia, where he was the longest tenured president in the university's history.

Tuskegee Partners with UTHealth Houston for Accelerated Graduate Program in Biomedical Informatics

Tuskegee University has partnered with UTHealth to provide students with an accelerated graduate degree in biomedical informations. The "4+1" program will allow students to potentially earn a bachelor's degree, graduate certificate, and master's degree in just five years.

Three Black Presidents in Higher Education Announce Their Resignations

Cal Poly Humboldt President Tom Jackson, Florida A&M University President Larry Robinson, and Morehouse College President David Thomas have all announced their plans to step down from their respective presidential appointments.

Christopher Davis Appointed President of LeMoyne-Owen College in Memphis

Dr. Davis was appointed interim president of LeMoyne-Owen College last summer. Over the past year, he has led the college through a rebranding initiative, an increase in athletic programming, and improvements to campus infrastructure.

AI Teaching Assistants Are Coming to Morehouse College

The AI teaching assistant initiative aims to provide students with an office hours setting they can access at any time, even when their professor is unavailable. Over the next three to five years, Morehouse hopes to establish an AI teaching assistant for every professor at the college.

Wiley University Launches New Honors College for Fall 2024 Semester

The Heman Sweatt Honors College will provide students with access to a dedicated living community, specialized classes and research opportunities, faculty mentors, and financial aid for tuition, internships, and study abroad experiences.
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