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Ivy League Study Uncovers Racial Disparities in Premature Mortality

A team of scholars from Brown University and Harvard University has found premature deaths—those occurring before age 65—have steadily increased in the United States in recent years, particularly among Black Americans.

In Memoriam: Setti Warren, 1970-2025

Warren, the first popularly elected African American mayor in Massachusetts and director of the Harvard Institute of Politics, passed away unexpectedly on November 2. He served as mayor of Newton, Massachusetts, from 2010 to 2018.

Recent Declines in Black First-Year Enrollments at Highly Selective Colleges and Universities

Many Ivy League institutions, major research universities, and highly-selective liberal arts colleges across the United States have experienced sharp declines in Black first-year student enrollments since the Supreme Court's 2023 decision to end affirmative action.

In Memoriam: Marcyliena H. Morgan, 1950-2025

Dr. Morgan was a professor of African and African American studies and the Ernest E. Monrad Professor of Social Sciences at Harvard. While there, she founded the Hip Hop Archive and Research Institute in the university's Hutchins Center for African and African American Research.

Brown University’s Katherine Tate Honored for Distinguished Career in Racial Politics Research

Katherine Tate, professor of political science at Brown University, is a leading scholar on African American politics, race and gender in political science, American public opinion, government, and urban politics.

John Silvanus Wilson, Jr. Named Executive Director of Penn’s McGraw Center for Educational Leadership

A former president of Morehouse College, Dr. Wilson has conducted extensive research on American higher education, particularly the history and current state of HBCUs. During President Obama's first term, Dr. Wilson was executive director of the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and University.

Wellesley College President Paula Johnson Wins Lifetime Achievement Award Named for Cato T. Laurencin

Presented by Dr. Laurencin himself, the award recognizes Dr. Johnson's career-long contributions to medical research, women's health, health equity, and leadership in science and education.

Melody Goodman Promoted to Dean of the New York University School of Global Public Health

“It is an immense privilege to step into this role at a critical time for global public health, and as the school celebrates its tenth anniversary, building on nearly a century of public health teaching and scholarship at NYU,” said Dr. Goodman.

Harvard’s John Winthrop House Drops “John” to Remove Association With Its Slaveowner Namesake

The John Winthrop House at Harvard University is named after two John Winthrops, both thought to be slaveowners. Following student demands and two years of review, a committee has agreed to drop "John" from the house's title, but "could not agree that the overall legacy of these two men demanded removing their names from the house."

Cato Laurencin Lauded for Contributions to the West Indian Foundation

Dr. Laurencin, professor at the University of Connecticut, has been a dedicated supporter of the West Indian community. In 2015, the West Indian Foundation presented him with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Earlier this year, Dr. Laurencin was knighted by King Charles III of England through the Governor-General of St. Lucia.

Harvard to Relinquish Early Photos of Enslaved People to South Carolina Museum

A set of photographs from 1850 featuring enslaved individuals will be transferred from Harvard to the International African American Museum in South Carolina following a settlement with the subjects' descendant, Tamara Lanier. She alleges Harvard took and retained the photographs without consent and capitalized on the photos by requiring a licensing fee to reproduce the images.

Henry Louis Gates, Jr. Wins the Newberry Library Award

Throughout his long career in academia, Dr. Gates has made groundbreaking contributions to understanding the genealogical history of African Americans. His work has resulted in dozens of books, documentaries, and the popular "Finding Your Roots" series on PBS.

Harvard Acquires Publicly Available Database on the Atlantic Slave Trade

“SlaveVoyages’ databases build on the curiosity of Harvard students who catalyzed the University’s ongoing reckoning with its ties to slavery. The initiative can help amplify knowledge-sharing and visibility, empower scholars and students worldwide, while also reaffirming our commitment to truth," said Sarah Bleich, head of the Harvard & the Legacy of Slavery Initiative

Harvard Study Finds Black Americans Are More Likely to Participate in Clinical Trials Led by Black Scientists

"Increasing trust among Black communities requires the medical profession to become more trustworthy," the study authors write. "Part of building trust is increasing the opportunity for members of underrepresented groups to be in positions of authority, including as principal investigators and physicians."

While Overall Life Expectancy Has Improved, the Black-White Infant Mortality Gap Has Widened

The Black-White infant mortality gap has significantly increased since the 1950s. As of the 2010s, Black infants are more than twice as likely to die as White infants in the United States.

Harvard Study Documents How Black World War I Veterans Shaped the Civil Rights Movement

"For many Black soldiers, the Great War entailed a battle not only against German aggression abroad, but also against racial oppression at home," the study authors write.

Black NFT Avatars Are Valued Less Than White Avatars

Even though the NFT marketplace is predominately used by younger generations, historical racial biases have been found to negatively impact the price of NFTs featuring Black avatars.

In Memoriam: Alvin F. Poussaint, 1934-2025

Dr. Poussiant was a professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School for 50 years. He was a dedicated advocate of mental health who worked to advance Black representation in medicine and reduce racial disparities in healthcare.

Three Black Scholars Selected for Endowed Faculty Positions

The new endowed professors are Eddie Chambers at School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Stefanie Dunning at the University of Rochester in New York, and Kizzmekia Corbett-Helaire at Harvard University.

In Memoriam: Clifton Wharton, Jr., 1926-2024

Dr. Wharton was the first Black president of Michigan State University, the first Black chancellor of the State University of New York, and the first Black CEO of a Fortune 500 company.
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Texas Governor Calls for Investigation Into Texas Southern University’s Financial Management

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The financial management of historically Black Texas Southern University is under investigation by state officials following an audit that revealed the potential misappropriation of thousands of invoices totaling over $400 million.

Herman “Skip” Mason, Jr. Elevated to President of the Interdenominational Theological Center

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Dr. Mason has led the Interdenominational Theological Center on an interim basis for the past year. He has over 35 years of experience in education, including academic leadership roles at several historically Black colleges.

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