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Fort Valley State University Partners With Zoo Atlanta to Advance Research Opportunities for Students

Students who are accepted into the program will gain hands-on clinical opportunities in a facility that houses more than 200 species, providing them with the necessary experience for careers working with exotic animals.

Philander Smith University Approved to Launch Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree Program

“This is a transformative moment in our institutional history,” said Philander Smith University President and CEO Maurice D. Gipson. "With this program, we are not only expanding our academic offerings —we are investing in the health and future of Arkansas.”

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.

Kenya Beard Receives National Award for Advancing Diversity in Nursing and Healthcare

Currently serving as the inaugural dean of the School of Nursing at Mercy University in Dobbs Ferry, New York, Dr. Beard is a nationally recognized leader in health equity, policy, and nursing education.

North Carolina A&T State University Launches New Graduate Program in Dietetics

“There is a shortage, particularly of dietitians of color,” said June Thompson, interim program director for dietetics at NCA&T. “Eighty percent of who we serve are folks of color. Research has shown that people tend to relate if they can see themselves within the person that is working with them.”

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.

Clark Atlanta University Partners With IBM to Advance AI Education on Campus

“By equipping our students with essential AI competencies, we not only prepare them for future opportunities, but also ensure that the development of artificial intelligence reflects the broad range of perspectives of the communities it serves," said Charlene Gilbert, provost of Clark Atlanta University.

North Carolina A&T State University Unveils Mobile Care Units to Advance Rural Healthcare Access

“North Carolina A&T State University has established trust with underserved communities in the state of North Carolina,” said Andrew Moore, who oversees health disparities research at the HBCU. “We will leverage this trust to provide appropriate health education, health services, and opportunities to participate in research that ultimately improves community health.”

Langston University Launches Two New Majors to Expand the Healthcare Workforce in Oklahoma

“We are proud to expand Langston University’s presence in Tulsa by offering degree programs in public health and healthcare administration,” said Teresa Hunter, dean of the School of Nursing and Health Professions. “These new majors reflect our strategic focus on workforce development and health equity throughout Oklahoma.”

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.

MIT Study Uncovers Racial Disparities in Organ Offer Acceptance

In a study led by scientists at MIT, Black patients in need of an organ transplant are 7 percent less likely to have a liver offer accepted, and 20 percent less likely to have a lung offer accepted compared to White patients with similar wait-list priority.

Morgan State University Graduate Students Win Top Prize at National Innovation Venture Competition

A team of four Morgan State University graduate students have recently won $100,000 in seed funding for their project, AgroVision. The award-winning venture is as scalable AI-integrated smart farming system that aims to tackle food insecurity, climate volatility, and resource scarcity in framing.

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.

Charles R. Drew University Establishes New Transfer Agreement with Los Angeles Mission College

Beginning in Fall 2025, students who complete their associate's degree at Los Angeles Mission College and meet admissions requirements will be guaranteed admission to Charles R. Drew University. Transfer students who enroll full-time will also receive a $1,500 annual scholarship.

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.

Carnegie Mellon University Expands Its Engineering Network With African Universities

Carnegie Mellon University Africa has recently gained a new university partner for its African Engineering and Technology Network, a coalition of African universities dedicated to producing competitive technology talent, advancing digital knowledge, and fostering a startup technology culture across the continent.

South Carolina State University Launches Nuclear Reactor Simulator

South Carolina State University is currently the only HBCU in the nation to offer an undergraduate degree in nuclear engineering. Now, the university has opened a new simulator - one of only 10 such centers in the world - that mirrors a real nuclear power plant, creating new learning and research opportunities for students.

UNC’s Becky White Receives Citation Award from the HIV Medical Association

Dr. White, an associate professor in the division of infectious diseases at the UNC School of Medicine, was recognized for her pioneering research and leadership in improving care and reducing health disparities among prisoners with HIV.

Meharry Medical College Establishes New Office in Memphis

“Meharry's presence in Memphis is driven by our mission, which calls us to go to communities with both profound need and significant potential,” said James E.K. Hildreth Sr., CEO and president of Meharry Medical 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.
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