HBCUs

Bowie State University Launches New Ph.D. in Nursing Education

Launching with its inaugural cohort in Fall 2026, Bowie State University's new Ph.D. program in nursing education is the first degree of its kind offered at a higher education institution in the state of Maryland.

Talladega College Establishes Student Transfer Agreement With Lawson State Community College

“By creating clear and supportive pathways from Lawson State to Talladega College, we are empowering students to continue their academic journeys with confidence and purpose. Together, we are building opportunities that prepare graduates to lead and serve in an increasingly global society,” said Talladega College President Willie L. Todd, Jr.

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.

Audit Confirms North Carolina A&T State University Unfairly Awarded Student Financial Aid

“Students got an advantage because of who they knew and who they were connected to, not because of the merit or the need they exhibited to the university to receive aid,” said North Carolina State Auditor David Boliek.

A Change in Academic Leadership at South Carolina State University

Frederick Evans, who has served as provost of South Carolina State University for nearly five years, recently announced his abrupt resignation. Louis Whitesides, vice president for public service and agriculture, will serve as interim provost.

Brian L. Johnson Named Chief Operating Officer at Edward Waters University

Dr. Johnson comes to his new role at Edward Waters University with extensive experience in higher education leadership, including service as president of Tuskegee University in Alabama from 2014 to 2017.

Four Black Leaders Who Have Been Appointed Dean of Students at HBCUs

The new deans are Jillian Jackson at Shaw University in North Carolina, Ronald Wabomnor at North Carolina A&T State University, Kevin Reese at Morris College in South Carolina, and Charles E. Stallworth at Talladega College in Alabama.

Howard University to Lead New Consortium of Seven Historically Black Theological Institutions

Housed at the Howard University School of Divinity and led by executive director Tarsha W. Banister, "Wisdom Keepers, Hope Seekers" is a new collaborative initiative between seven historically Black theological institutions that aims to prepare and sustain pastoral leaders in Christian congregations.

Charles R. Drew University Unveils New Health Professions Education Building

The new 60,000-square-foot facility will serve as the new home for the historically Black medical school's College of Medicine. It features tech-enabled classrooms, new laboratories, simulation spaces, and collaborative learning areas for students.

Tuskegee University Launches Four New Academic Programs

Ahead of the Fall 2026 semester, Tuskegee University in Alabama has launched two new Ph.D. programs, a minor in nuclear engineering, and a concentration in sport management.

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.

Tuskegee University Implements New Dress Code Policy for Students

Tuskegee University President Mark A. Brown issued a new dress code policy that requires students to wear business attire to professional meetings and prohibits students from wearing revealing clothing, bedroom shoes, bonnets, and do-rags in class and dining spaces.

Hundreds of Howard University First-Year Students Unenrolled Over Tuition Issues

Howard University recently unenrolled more than 500 incoming first-year students for failing to meet established tuition payment requirements. Howard is now reviewing financial aid records and reenrolling students on a case-by-case basis.

Report Finds Major Lack of Private Foundation Funding to HBCUs

Between 2015 and 2019, the average Ivy League school received $110 million per year in private foundation funding, while the average HBCU received just $618,588. Thus, the average Ivy League university received 178 times more foundation funding than the average HBCU.

U.S. Patent Office Creates Partnerships With Georgia and Alabama HBCUs

Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, Morehouse School of Medicine, Spelman College, and Alabama A&M University will benefit from a new partnership with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office that will open the door for new entrepreneurship and STEM opportunities at the HBCUs and in their surrounding communities.

Morgan State University Launches Undergraduate Degree in Artificial Intelligence

Morgan State's new bachelor's degree program in artificial intelligence is a reimagining of the HBCU's former undergraduate program in cloud computing. The new curriculum aims to prepare students to design, develop, and responsibly deploy intelligent systems across a wide range of industries.

Voorhees University Partners With the American University of Antigua College of Medicine

Under a new agreement, qualified students at Voorhees University in South Carolina will have access to a structured pathway that prepares them to pursue a medical education at the American University of Antigua College of Medicine.

New Leadership Roles for Six Black Administrators at Historically Black Colleges and Universities

The administrators who have been appointed to new roles are Genesis Doubletree at Shaw University, Andrea G. Riley at Paine College, Joshua Spivey at Benedict College, Monique Sneed at Jarvis Christian University, Charlyn A. Hilliman at Tuskegee University, and Johngerlyn Young at Livingstone College.

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.

Three Black Women Who Have Been Appointed to Provost Positions

The new provosts are Preselfannie E. Whitfield McDaniels at Jackson State University in Mississippi, Tywanna Chenault Hemby at Paine College in Georgia, and LaToya Mason at Lake Michigan College.
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