Study Finds Widening Racial Diversity Gaps Between STEM and Non-STEM Fields
While the overall representation of Black faculty has barely increased over the past 20 years, a new study has found a small increase in Black faculty representation since 2016. However, this is almost entirely due to an increase among Black assistant professors in non-STEM fields.
Alabama A&M University Expands Its Global Research Footprint to West Africa
Alabama A&M University has recently signed a memorandum of understanding with Université Peleforo Gon Coulibaly (UPGC) in Côte d'Ivoire, Africa. The two institutions will partner together on various research, training, and exchange programs.
Four HBCUs Receive National Science Foundation Grants to Expand Their Research Ecosystems
The grant awardees are Hampton University in Virginia, Tuskegee University in Alabama, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, and Winston-Salem State University in North Carolina. The new funding will support the HBCUs in establishing research partnerships with other institutions and expanding their research capabilities.
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.
Gilda Barabino Awarded the 2024 Carnegie Mellon Dickinson Prize in Science
Dr. Barabino, president of Olin College of Engineering in Needham, Massachusetts, has conducted extensive research on the understanding of sickle cell disease and orthopedic tissue engineering, as well as advancing diversity and belonging in engineering education and research.
University of Delaware Brings HBCU Students to Campus for Summer Engineering Research Program
The new Summer Engineering Research Experience at the University of Delaware is part of the university's dual-degree program with Delaware State University, which allows DSU students to earn both their bachelor's degree and master's degree in engineering in only five years.
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.
Eight HBCUs Receive Federal Grants to Advance Diversity in Education and STEM Workforce
“Our nation’s beautiful diversity is one of our greatest cultural and economic strengths. The grants announced today build on the administration’s historic investments in HBCUs and will help put more teachers of color in classrooms and in STEM careers—two key professions of today and tomorrow’s workforce,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona.
Leapetswe Malete Named President-Elect of the National Sport and Physical Activity Organization
The North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity has appointed Leapetswe Malete to the post of president-elect. The Michigan State associate professor will serve as president-elect for one year, followed by one year as president.
Study Finds Preterm Births Among Low-Income Black Women Are on the Rise
From 2014-2022, the rate of preterm births in the United States rose from 6.8 percent to 7.5 percent. However, among Black women with public insurance, this rate jumped to a staggering 11.3 percent.
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.
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.
Study Finds Black High School Students Tend to Doubt Their Math Teachers’ Capabilities
Black high school students, particularly Black girls, tend to doubt their math teachers' capabilities to provide them with an adequate education, resulting in a frequent misunderstanding of the importance of math skills in pursuing their future careers.
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.
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.
Strong STEM Aptitude in High School Does Not Translate to STEM College Enrollment for...
A new study from New York University has debunked a popular theory that early STEM success in childhood translates to STEM enrollment in higher education. According to their findings, a significant proportion of Black students who score well in STEM high school classes ultimately do not declare a STEM major in 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nonwhite Patients Are Significantly More Likely to Have Preventative Care Insurance Claims Denied
Scholars from the University of Toronto have found nonwhite patients are nearly twice as likely as White patients to have an insurance claim denied. On average, they also pay more out-of-pocket costs when their claims are denied.
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 Launches Free Program to Advance Fertility Care for Black Women
Healthcare professionals who participate in the new FertilityEquity e-learning modules at Morehouse School of Medicine will learn about the unique experiences of Black women seeking fertility care and how to better support them.
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.
Meharry Medical College Partners With Oracle Health to Advance Health Care Access and Education
"By combining our expertise with Oracle Health’s innovative technology, we will forge a path that other institutions and communities can follow," said Meharry Medical College President James E. K Hildreth.
Study Examines the Effect of Financial Instability on the Cognitive Health of Older Black...
In their analysis, the authors found that Black Americans, on average, had less low-cost debt during midlife than Americans from other racial groups, resulting in economic distress that may prevent them from receiving high-quality healthcare later in life.
NASA Awards Grants to Enhance STEM Education at Three HBCUs
NASA has awarded grants to Alabama A&M University, Morgan State University, and North Carolina A&T State University to enhance their STEM curricula.
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.
Albany State University Launches New Graduate Program in Integrated Biotechnology
Beginning in the upcoming Spring 2025 semester, historically Albany State University in Georgia will offer a new master's degree program in integrated biotechnology. Students enrolled in the program can choose to focus their studies on either a biomedical or an environmental concentration.
Danielle Speller Recognized by the National Society of Black Physicists for Early-Career Accomplishments
Danielle Spencer currently serves as an assitant professor of physics at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. She was honored by the National Society of Black Physicists for her research into dark matter and her mentorship of the next generation of physicists.
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.
Morgan State University to Launch Nuclear Engineering Research Initiative
The Scholarly Partnership in Nuclear Engineering program aims to increase diversity in the nuclear engineering workforce. Morgan State University and several partner institutions will work together to develop new research and mentorship opportunities for students interested in the field.
Herman Taylor Receives National Recognition for Excellence in Clinical Cardiovascular Research
Dr. Herman Taylor currently directs the Cardiovascular Research Institute at Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, one of four historically Black medical schools in the country. He was recently honored by the American Heart Association for excellence in clinical research.
