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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.

Proposed Federal Legislation Aims to Advance AI Research at HBCUs

“By ensuring HBCUs are full partners in our national AI research network, we are building a more equitable innovation economy and ensuring that the talent and excellence at our HBCUs help lead the future of artificial intelligence,” said U.S. Congresswoman Valerie Foushee of North Carolina.

Howard University College of Medicine Placed on Accreditation Probation

“This moment calls not for alarm, but for alignment,” said Andrea A. Hayes-Dixon, dean of the College of Medicine and senior vice president of health affairs at Howard. “The Howard University College of Medicine has shaped the face of American medicine for 158 years — and we will continue to do so.”

Kennesaw State’s Marrielle Myers Elected President of the Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators

“As we work to improve mathematics teacher education, we must have open hands and open hearts to the diverse needs of students, teachers, schools, communities, and other partners. I hope to do this work in a way that centers humanity, community, and flexibility,” said Dr. Myers.

Cato T. Laurencin Named Top Orthopaedic Surgery Scholar in the United States

ScholarGPS has ranked Dr. Laurencin as the top scholar of orthopaedic surgery in the United States and the eighth best in the world. He currently teaches as an endowed professor at the University of Connecticut and CEO of the university's Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering.

Fort Valley State University and Bridgestone to Collaborate on Sustainable Rubber Plant Research

Under a new memorandum of understanding, faculty and student researchers at Fort Valley State University will partner with Bridgestone scientists to study alternative rubber-producing plants, evaluating their adaptability to Georgia's climate and exploring cultivation methods that support long-term environmental and economic sustainability.

Ohio State’s James L. Moore III Recognized for Outstanding Contributions to STEM Education

An Ohio State faculty member for over two decades, Dr. Moore is currently on loan to the U.S. National Science Foundation, serving as the assistant director for its Directorate of STEM Education. He was recently honored by the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's STEM Education Consortium for his remarkable contributions to STEM education.

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.

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.

Yale Study Finds Racial Disparities in Cardiovascular Deaths From Air Pollution

“These disparities reflect decades of structural and environmental inequities,” said senior author Kai Chen, associate professor of environmental health sciences at the Yale School of Public Health. “Communities of color are more likely to live near highways, industrial facilities, and other pollution sources, resulting in disproportionately higher exposure to air pollution.”

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.

Alabama A&M University Joins Multi-Institution Initiative in Quantum Technology Research

Alongside the University of Alabama at Huntsville, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Oak Ridge Associated Universities, and several industry partners, Alabama A&M University is a founding member of the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative, a new initiative designed to advance quantum information science and technology research across the Southeastern United States.

Charles R. Drew University Launches Support Program for Biotechnology Entrepreneurs

“At CDU, we see innovation as both a responsibility and an opportunity,” said Monica Ferrini, dean of the HBCU's College of Science and Health. “This program strengthens pathways to economic mobility, reinforces the university’s role as an anchor institution, and ensures that innovation reflects and uplifts the communities it is meant to serve.”

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.

Harris-Stowe State University to Construct a New $62 Million STEM Center

“This new building is going to give our students the opportunity to work in brand-new labs, using brand-new equipment that’s being used in the industry today,” said Freddie Wills, vice president for STEM initiatives and research partnerships at Harris-Stowe State University in St. Louis.

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.

Nannette C. Turner to Lead the College of Health Professions at Mercer University

Dr. Turner currently serves as executive associate dean of Mercer University's College of Health Professions. A faculty member for nearly two decades, she has over 25 years of experience as public practitioner in Texas and Georgia.

M. Ray McKinnie Honored With the George Washington Carver Award

“This is an honor that goes far beyond recognition,” said Dr. McKinnie, administrator for cooperative extension at North Carolina A&T State University. “This award validates much of what I’ve strived for over the years and tells me I’ve gone about my work in the right way.”

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Introduces High School Students to Careers in Hydroponic Plant Systems

Students at Little Rock Southwest High School now have the opportunity to learn about hydroponics plant systems and other technology-driven agriculture fields through a new partnership with the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff.

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.
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