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Dwayne Tucker is the Ninth President of Tennessee State University

“My focus remains on putting TSU on a path to sustainability. With the help of our state legislators, the Tennessee Higher Education Commission, the Tennessee Board of Regents, and other supporters, we will extend the legacy of TSU,” said President Tucker, who has led the HBCU on an interim basis since December 2024.

Vanessa Lovelace is the New Executive Director of the Louisville Institute

Based at the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Kentucky and funded by the Lilly Endowment, the Louisville Institute awards grants and fellowships in support of leadership, education, and research on North American religion. Dr. Lovelace, a longtime professor and scholar of the Hebrew Bible, began her tenure as the institute's top executive leader on August 1.

Kalenda Eaton is the First African American President of the Western Literature Association

A former Fulbright Scholar, Dr. Eaton studies African American literary and cultural history in the American West, women’s narratives, and Africana studies. She currently teaches as a professor of African and African American studies at the University of Oklahoma.

Education Department Orders Colleges and Universities to Report Details of Student Qualifications

According to the Department of Education, “these new requirements will enable the American public to assess whether schools are passing over the most qualified students in favor of others based on their race.”

Nevada State University President Steps Down to Lead the American Association of Community Colleges

DeRionne Pollard was named president of Nevada State University in 2021, making her the first Black woman to lead any institution within the Nevada System of Higher Education. Earlier in her career, she was president of Montgomery College in Maryland and of Las Poistas College in California.

Andrea Hayes Dixon Is the New President of the American Pediatric Surgical Association

Dr. Dixon has had a pioneering career in pediatric surgery and academic medicine. In 2004, she became the first Black woman in the United States to become board-certified in pediatric surgery. For the past three years, she has served as the first Black woman dean of the Howard University College of Medicine.

Three HBCUs Select New Provosts to Lead Academic Affairs

The new provosts are Lawrence Potter, Jr. at Lane College in Tennessee, Morris Thomas at Wiley University in Texas, and Marcus Cox at Savannah State University in Georgia.

Kerry Watson to Lead Operations at Howard University Hospital

With decades of experience in hospital administration, Dr. Watson most recently served as interim CEO of the University of Florida Health St. Johns. His new appointment marks a return to Howard University Hospital, where he served in various administrative roles for 10 years.

Blair LM Kelley is the First Woman and First Person of Color to Lead the National Humanities Center

“For nearly 50 years, the center has been a beacon; a vital space for intellectual inquiry and connection for academic scholars and educators,” said Dr. Kelley. “At a time when supporting the humanities means more than ever, I am proud to have the opportunity to lead a space committed to fostering transformative scholarship, intellectual community, and broad public engagement.”

Joseph Bouie Jr. Appointed Chancellor of Southern University at New Orleans

Dr. Bouie, a Louisiana state senator since 2020, previously served as chancellor of Southern University at New Orleans, but was dismissed two years into his tenure. He is set to begin his second stint as the HBCU's top administrator on August 1.

Johnny M. Moore Appointed President of Rust College in Mississippi

“It is an honor and privilege to join the Rust College family,” said Dr. Moore. “An HBCU education laid the foundation for my success in life, and I fully embrace this opportunity to contribute to the rich legacy of [Mississippi’s] first and most historic HBCU.”

Larry Johnson Jr. is the New President of Bronx Community College

“It is an honor to be named the seventh president of Bronx Community College,” said Dr. Johnson. “With its distinguished history and enduring commitment to educational equity, BCC serves as a vital institution of social mobility, advancing the intellectual and professional aspirations of students across generations.”

A Trio of New Provosts at HBCUs

The new provosts are Catherine Edmonds at North Carolina A&T State University, A. Clifton Myles at Talladega College in Alabama, and Edward Hill at Voorhees University in South Carolina.

Manya Whitaker is the Fifteenth President of Colorado College

“I am inspired daily by our students’ passion, our faculty’s wisdom, our staff’s dedication, and the entire campus community’s commitment to the College’s values,” said Dr. Whitaker. “I look forward to working together to build on our strengths and shape an even brighter future for Colorado College.”

Jason Geary Is the New Provost of Rutgers University

“I’m honored to lead ongoing efforts to reach new heights of research and student success in New Brunswick,” said Dr. Geary. “I’ve spent my career building connections to maximize impact on campus and in the community, and I’m eager to continue this work as provost in service to all faculty, staff and students.”

Five Black Scholars Selected for Dean Appointments at Universities

The new deans are Mary McGriff at New Jersey City University, Vaughn Crichlow at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island, Kimberly Jones at Howard University in Washington, D.C., RoSusan Bartee at Prairie View A&M University in Texas, and Kwamie Dunbar at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts.

O. John Maduko to Lead the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities System

“CSCU’s public colleges and universities stand at a pivotal moment — one filled with both challenge and tremendous opportunity,” said Dr. Maduko. “Higher education must be a bridge to opportunity, equity, and lifelong transformation — and together, we must ensure those doors remain wide open to all.”

Daryl Minus is the New President of Eastern Shore Community College in Virginia

“ESCC is an exceptional institution, with a dynamic history of creating expanded learning and earning pathways for the citizens of [Virginia's] Accomack and Northampton counties,” said Dr. Minus. “I am honored to join this vibrant community and prioritize strategic efforts that position students for success and enhanced economic mobility.”

Four Black Scholars Selected for Dean Appointments at Universities

The new deans are Raquel Monroe at Howard University, Randy Bradley at Belmont University in Nashville, Alexia Hudson-Ward at Georgetown University, and Jewel Bronaugh at Virginia State University.

Joyce Ester Appointed the Seventh President of Governors State University in Illinois

"I am ecstatic to contribute to GovState's vision and mission in partnership with a strong community of students, staff, faculty, and supportive community members," said Dr. Ester. "Together, we will continue to foster an environment of academic excellence, innovation, and inclusivity."
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