Tag: Florida A&M University
Three African American Women in New Administrative Posts at Universities
The African American women taking on new roles are Marjolie Leonard at Stony Brook University in New York, Jamina Scippio-McFadden at the University of Massachusetts, and Jacqueline Hightower at Florida A&M University.
Higher Education Grants of Interest to African Americans
Here is this week’s news of grants to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.
Florida A&M University Establishes the Sustainability Institute
The institute's mission is to enhance the university’s academic and research programs on sustainability issues; improve the efficiencies and environmental stewardship of campus operations; and perform outreach and engagement initiatives.
Higher Education Grants of Interest to African Americans
Here is this week’s news of grants to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.
Six New Bachelor’s Degree Programs at Florida A&M University This Fall
The new bachelor's degree programs, which will begin this fall, are in physical and teacher education, health, leisure, and fitness studies, two bachelor's degree programs in interdisciplinary studies, and two programs in environmental studies.
Ten African Americans in New University Administrative Positions
Taking on new administrative duties are Rosetta Clay, F.J. Talley, Kevin Cokley, James Earl Orr Jr., E. Nathan Thomas III, Mark D. Henderson, Jimmy Miller, Katrina Oliver, Stephanie Sanders, and Shawn Felton.
Six African Americans in New University Administrative Posts
The appointees are Romy Riddick at Princeton University, K. Ken Redda at Florida A&M University, Edward Summers at Stony Brook University, Trisah Long Paschal at Clark Atlanta University, Shawnboda Mead at the University of Mississippi, and Emanuel Barnes Sr. at Alcorn State University.
Six African Americans in New Administrative Posts in Higher Education
The new appointees are Funmi Ojetayo at Florida A&M, Derrick E. Echoles at Mississippi College, Cheryl Johnson at Kansas State, Binti Harvey at Scripps College, Lesia Crumpton-Young at Tennessee State, and Martella M. Nelson at the University of Alabama Birmingham.
New Positions for Three African American Administrators
The appointees to new administrative posts are LaTanya Buck at Washington University in St. Louis, Shamis Abdi at Florida A&M University, and Pelema I. Morrice at Bryn Mawr College in Pennsylvania.
Florida Board of Governors to Decide the Fate of the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering
Since 1982, historically Black Florida A&M University has partnered with Florida State University to operate a joint College of Engineering in Tallahassee. Some GOP legislators have proposed to end the arrangement.
African Americans in New Administrative Posts in Higher Education
The appointees are Nigel Edwards at Florida A&M, Monica Terrell Leach at North Carolina Central, Yvonne Harris at James Madison, Bethany Pace at Towson, Robert Sellers at the University of Michigan, and Claudette McFadden at Bethune-Cookman.
Florida A&M University Acquires Research Facilities and Land
Florida A&M University signed an agreement with the Leon County government that transfers the ownership of the Centennial Building, a research facility, and nearly 27 acres of land at Innovation Park.
Six African Americans Receive Major Appointments in Higher Education
Those taking on new roles are Byron Hughes at Virginia Tech, Nicole Evans at Jackson State, Nicole Pride at North Carolina A&T, Kellen Winslow at Florida A&M, Karen Ely Sanders at Virginia Tech, and Valerie Taylor of Texas A&M.
Higher Education Grants of Interest to African Americans
Here is this week’s news of grants to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.
Florida A&M University to Be the Home of the Black Television News Channel
The School of Journalism and Graphic Communication at historically Black Florida A&M University in Tallahassee has entered into a 11-year partnership to be the home of the Black Television News Channel.
Higher Education Grants of Interest to African Americans
Here is this week’s news of grants to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.
Florida A&M University to Offer New Master’s Degree Program
The College of Education at Florida A&M University in Tallahassee has received approval to offer a new master's degree program in curriculum and instruction. The university hopes to enroll 20 students in the program's first year.
Higher Education Grants of Interest to African Americans
Here is this week’s news of grants to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.
Two Black Scholars Named to Endowed Chairs
Dhyana Ziegler was named to an endowed chair in the School of Journalism and Graphic Communication at Florida A&M University and Warren Jones was appointed to an endowed chair at Dillard University in New Orleans.
HBCUs Don’t Fare Well in the Law School Rankings of U.S. News
Of the nearly 200 law schools in the U.S., Howard University School of Law in Washington, D.C., ranked 135th. This was the highest-ranking law school at a HBCU.
Florida A&M University to Establish a Department of Veteran Affairs
There are currently 1.6 million veterans living in the state of Florida. The Department of Veteran Affairs at FAMU will help veterans take advantage of the educational opportunities available to them.
Higher Education Grants of Interest to African Americans
Here is this week’s news of grants to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.
Higher Education Grants of Interest to African Americans
Here is this week’s news of grants to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.
Honors for Two African American Scholars
David H. Jackson, a professor at Florida A&M University won an award from the American Historical Association and Angela Glover Blackwell was honored by Brandeis University.
Florida A&M University Student Newspaper Ends Print Run
The student newspaper at historically Black Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, has halted the production of its print edition. Occasional issues will be printed for graduation, homecoming, and other special events.
Historical Recognition for Florida A&M University Hospital
Florida A&M University in Tallahassee is unveiling a new historical marker to honor the work performed at the Florida A&M University Hospital, which was the only medical facility for Blacks within 150 miles.
In Memoriam: Rose L. Glee, 1942-2014
She served as interim director of the Office of Technology Transfer, Licensing, and Commercialization at Florida A&M University and was the former director of the Office of Sponsored Research at Southern University.
Florida A&M University Names Its Next President
Elmira Mangum, vice president for planning and budget at Cornell University, has been chosen as the 11th president and first woman president of historically Black Florida A&M University in Tallahassee.
Florida A&M University’s Latest Effort to Promote Sustainability
The recharging station is a picnic table with an umbrella outfitted with solar panels. Students can recharged their laptops, tablets, and mobile phones at the station through the use of solar power.
Florida HBCUs Join Up for Mentoring Program for Black Youth
Florida's historically Black colleges and universities are partnering with the University of a Florida in a new mentoring program targeting African American males in the fourth and fifth grade.
Two African Americans Named to Administative Posts
Joyce A. Ingram was named assistant vice president for human resources at Florida A&M University and Justin Pearson Sr. is the new director of admissions at South Carolina State University.
Two HBCUs Removed From Accreditation Probation
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges has lifted the probation of accreditation at Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee, and Florida A&M University in Tallahassee.
Florida A&M University Partners With The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Under the agreement, students who graduate with degrees in psychology from Florida A&M University will have a bridge to master's and doctoral degree program at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Higher Education Grants of Interest to African Americans
Here is this week’s news of grants to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.
Business School Students Outfitted With Eco-Friendly Suits
Fifty students at the School of Business and Industry at Florida A&M University in Tallahassee have been outfitted with free business suits. Nearly two-thirds of the fibers in the suits are made from recycled materials.
Center for Health Equity to Debut at Florida A&M University
The center will establish a new approach to identifying and solving problems related to health disparities and will involve pharmacy faculty working cooperatively with nursing, psychology, social work, medicine and public health faculty at the university.
