Tagged: Grambling State University

Four African American Men Appointed to Administrative Roles at Universities

The appointments are TaJuan Wilson at North Carolina A&T State University, Austin McDonald at Florida State University, Barry Pearson at Grambling State University, and Altony Lee III at Florida A&M University.

SherRhonda Gibbs Named the First Woman President of Texas College

Dr. Gibbs has been serving as dean of the division of business and economics at Morehouse College in Atlanta. She is slated to become the first woman president of historically Black Texas College on July 1.

In Memoriam: James T. Johnson, Jr., 1949-2026

Dr. Johnson taught music theory at several institutions through the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, area. He was known for founding the Afro American Music Institute, a community program that provides music instruction to students of all ages.

In Memoriam: Mildred Bernice Gauthier Gallot, 1937-2025

Dr. Gallot dedicated her entire professional career to her alma mater, Grambling State University in Louisiana. A scholar of African American history, she authored A History of Grambling State University, which analyzed funding disparities between historically Black colleges and universities and predominately White institutions.

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

Five Black Administrators Selected for New Roles at Colleges and Universities

The appointments are Max Ferguson at Grambling State University in Louisiana, Darryl Mace at Rider University in New Jersey, Akua Johnson Matherson at Talladega College in Alabama, Michael McClellan at Chaffey College in California, and LeAndrea Mikell at Savannah State University in Georgia.

Four Black Leaders Appointed to Administrative Roles at HBCUs

The appointments are J. William Nicholas at South Carolina State University, DeVaria Hudson Ponton at Grambling State University in Louisiana, Brian Dawsey at Savannah State University in Georgia, and Arthur Vaughn at the Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta.

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.

Six Black Administrators Appointed to New Roles in Higher Education

The appointments are Brandon Toliver at Tuskegee University in Alabama, Brandon Nzekwe at the College of Southern Maryland, Kenyatta Shamburger at Grambling State University in Louisiana, Christa Burgess at Augsburg University in Minnesota, Eric Stokes at Tennessee State University, and J. Lee Brown at Elizabeth City State University in North Carolina.

Grambling State University Announces New Foundation to Advance Research Opportunities

The recently established GR2 foundation, a nonprofit affiliated with Grambling State University, will focus on fundraising priorities centered on advancing the HBCU's research expenditures and graduate 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.

Three Black Professors Selected for Dean Positions at Universities

Brian Brown will lead the School of Business at Virginia Commonwealth University, Ronald Hickman was appointed dean of the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, and Kala Burrell-Craft was named dean of the College of Education at Grambling State University in Louisiana.

Four Black Administrators Appointed to Leadership Roles in Higher Education

The administrators taking on new leadership roles are Johnny Woods at Yakima Valley College in Washington, Rachel Davis at Grambling State University in Louisiana, Heather Freeman at Xavier University of Louisiana, and Angel Pointer at South Carolina State University.

Grambling State University Strengthens Its Partnership With the City of Grambling

The agreement between the city and historically Black Grambling State University focuses on expanding the existing partnership through initiatives in public safety, emergency response, infrastructure improvement, economic and workforce development, and community service.

Grambling State University President Announces 2025 Institutional Priorities

"Whether you are a student striving for success, a faculty or staff member shaping our future, an alum championing our legacy, or a board member guiding our vision — your role is invaluable in advancing our shared mission," said Grambling State University President Martin Lemelle.

In Memoriam: Margaret Ambrose

Ambrose was a faculty member and administrator at Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, for over three decades. She held several leadership roles throughout her tenure, including one year of service as interim chancellor.

Seven Black Administrators Appointed to New Roles at Universities

Here is this week’s roundup of African Americans who have been appointed to new administrative positions at colleges and universities throughout the United States. If you have news for our appointments section, please email the information to contact@jbhe.com.

Alvin Washington Appointed Chancellor of the Southern University Law Center

Professor Washington has been a faculty member with Southern University Law Center for over two decades. He is an expert in conflict resolution and has mediated hundreds of cases at the federal, state, and local level.

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.

New Administrative Roles for Three African Americans in Higher Education

The three African Americans appointed to administrative posts in higher education are Chandra Dorsey-Felton at Florida Memorial University, Quaneshia Hamms at Grambling State University in Louisiana, and BJ Abrams at Michigan State University.
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