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The White House Presents Its Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award to Karen Ivy

Dr. Ivy was recognized by the White House for her outstanding background in community service. She is known for creating the U.S. to Uganda Connections Program, an international initiative that uses technology to inspire and empower youth through educational exchanges and leadership development.

Rolanda Horn Named Chair-Elect of NASPA’s Center for Women

The Center for Women within the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators was established in 2001 to bring attention to issues concerning women in higher education. Dr. Horn has served as a board member for the center for the past two years.

Roger Mitchell Named President of Howard University Hospital

Dr. Mitchell has extensive experience overseeing medical departments within the District of Columbia government and Howard University's College of Medicine. He currently serves as chief medical officer for the Howard University Faculty Practice Plan.

Tashni-Ann Dubroy Named First Black Woman Chair of the National Association of College and University Business Officers

"I am immensely optimistic about the future of NACUBO," said Dr. Dubroy. "We’ve never been stronger, and I look forward to working with my fellow board members to strengthen the value we provide to our member institutions, and in turn, to the students they serve."

Alanka Brown Appointed CEO of Arizona State University’s California College

“I look forward to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff can thrive academically, personally and professionally as their best selves," said Dr. Alanka Brown, newly appointed CEO and dean of Arizona State University's California College.

Significant Drop in Black First-Year Enrollments at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology has announced that just 5 percent of its entering class is Black. This is down from an average of 13 percent Black over the last four admissions cycles.

Victor Brown Named Provost of Husson University in Maine

Dr. Brown, currently an associate provost with the City University of New York, is a 2023 recipient of the United States Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. He will begin his new role with Husson University on September 9.

Three Black Women Scholars Selected for Dean Positions

The dean appointments are Donna Stoddard at Babson College, Bridgett Golman at Tennessee State University, and Felisa Higgins at Purdue University.

Michael Bloomberg Announces $600 Million Donation to the Nation’s Historically Black Medical Schools

“We have much more to do to build a country where every person, regardless of race, has equal access to quality health care – and where students from all backgrounds can pursue their dreams,” said Bloomberg.

Solomon Ofori-Acquah Selected to Lead the Georgia Solve Sickle Cell Initiative

The Georgia Solve Sickle Cell Initiative aims to expand the state's sickle cell research and care, as well as enhance the clinical trials, therapies, and treatments at Children's Health of Atlanta.

Joyce Buckner-Brown Appointed Provost of Alcorn State University

Dr. Buckner-Brown brings over two decades of experience in higher education and public health to her new role. She has recently served as Alcorn's interim provost and associate provost for undergraduate education and success.

Maurice Gipson to Lead Philander Smith University in Little Rock, Arkansas

Dr. Gipson's career in higher education has centered around institutional advancement, diversity initiatives, and community engagement. He most recently served as vice chancellor of inclusion, diversity, and equity at the University of Missouri.

Abiódún Gòkè-Pariolá Named President of North Central College in Illinois

Dr. Gòkè-Pariolá brings nearly five decades of higher education experience to his new role. For the past nine years, he has served as North Central College's provost and vice president for academic affairs.

Four Black Women Selected for Dean Positions at Colleges and Universities

The new deans are Erika Smith at Connecticut College, Angela Gilmore at the University of the District of Columbia, Gail Orum-Alexander at Marshall B. Ketchum University in Claremont, California, and Theodorea Regina Berry at Montclair State University in New Jersey.

Monica Williams Named First President of Texas Woman’s University at Houston

“I look forward to working with the university community and building on a legacy of excellence by producing more talented professionals who will make our community and the state of Texas stronger," said Dr. Williams.

A Change in Leadership at Florida A&M University

Tim Beard will become Florida A&M University's interim president on August 5, following the recent resignation of former president Larry Robinson. Dr. Beard recently retired earlier this year after spending nine years as president of Pasco-Hernando State College.

Three Black Women Appointed to Dean Positions at Universities

The new deans are Henrika McCoy at the University of Denver, Jeannine Dingus-Eason at Rider University, and Vanessa Lopez-Littleton at the University of Washington Bothell.

Michael Bailey Will Be the First Black President of the American Veterinary Medical Association

Dr. Bailey, an experienced veterinary radiologist and educator, will serve as president-elect of the American Veterinary Medical Association for the 2024-2025 academic year. In July 2025, he will become the association's first Black president.

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.
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