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In Memoriam: Lorenzo Morris, 1946–2026

Dr. Morris was a longtime professor and former chair of the department of political science at Howard University. His scholarship centered on international and American public policy, electoral behavior, African American politics, and presidential politics.

*U.S. News & World Report* Names Spelman College the Country’s Top HBCU

For the twentieth consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report has named Spelman College in Atlanta the best HBCU in the United States. Howard University was second, Tuskegee University was third, Morehouse College was fourth, and North Carolina A&T State University was fifth.

New Roles for Four Black Administrators in Higher Education

The administrators who are taking on new roles in higher education are Johnnie Watson III at Howard University, Wesley Fountain at Fayetteville State University, Felicia Ellzy-Smith at Dutchess Community College, and Jordan M. Davis at the University of Cincinnati.

Lonnie Bunch to Step Down as Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution

Dr. Bunch, the first African American to serve as secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, will step down by the end of 2026. His announcement follows significant conflict between the museum and the Trump administration.

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.

University of Baltimore President Kurt Schmoke Announces His Retirement

University of Baltimore President Kurt Schmoke will retire from his presidency in June 2027, concluding 13 years of service. Schmoke, who previously served three terms as mayor of Baltimore, is a former dean of the Howard University School of Law.

*Forbes* Ranks HBCUs on the Success of Their Graduates

A new list from Forbes magazine ranks Howard University as the top private HBCU in terms of how successful its students are after graduating. North Carolina A&T State University is listed as the top public HBCU for graduate success.

Howard University to Lead New Consortium of Seven Historically Black Theological Institutions

Housed at the Howard University School of Divinity and led by executive director Tarsha W. Banister, "Wisdom Keepers, Hope Seekers" is a new collaborative initiative between seven historically Black theological institutions that aims to prepare and sustain pastoral leaders in Christian congregations.

Hundreds of Howard University First-Year Students Unenrolled Over Tuition Issues

Howard University recently unenrolled more than 500 incoming first-year students for failing to meet established tuition payment requirements. Howard is now reviewing financial aid records and reenrolling students on a case-by-case basis.

Six Black Leaders Selected for Academic Dean Positions

The new deans are Donna Nicol at California State University, Long Beach, Angela Gilmore at the University of the District of Columbia, Christopher Lance Coleman at Howard University, Hamilton Elijah Smith at Southern Crescent Technical College, Lawrence Flowers at Voorhees University, and Windy Ann Mack Stephenson at South Carolina State University.

In Memoriam: Tony Brown, 1933-2026

In addition to his pioneering career in broadcast journalism, Brown served as dean of both the School of Communications at Howard University and the Scripps Howard School of Journalism at Hampton University in Virginia.

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.

In Memoriam: Leland Ware, 1948-2026

Professor Ware taught law, public policy, and Africana studies at the University of Delaware for more than two decades. As a scholar, he focused on civil rights and civil liberties law, employment law, and constitutional law.

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.

Fifteen HBCUs Launch New Initiative to Advance Research Capacity

Fifteen historically Black colleges and universities have formed the Association of HBCU Research Institutions. The coalition aims to expand research capacity at HBCUs and increase the number of HBCUs achieving R1 Carnegie Classification.

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

Joseph Karl Grant Appointed Dean of the North Carolina Central University School of Law

Professor Grant comes to North Carolina Central University from Capital University in Columbus, Ohio, where he most recently served as interim dean and the Josiah H. Blackmore II/Shirley M. Nault Chair in Legal Education in the School of Law.

Howard University Student-Athletes Restricted From Kneeling During the National Anthem

After the Howard University women's basketball team knelt before a recent game against the United States Military Academy, the HBCU's administrators implemented a new protocol requiring student-athletes to stand during the national anthem or remain in their locker rooms. Prior to the new policy, the team had knelt before every game since 2020.

In Memoriam: Beverly Caffee Glenn, 1948-2025

In the 1990s, Dr. Glenn became the first woman to serve as dean of the School of Education at Howard University. During her career, she also held leadership positions at the National Education Association and George Washington University.

Robert Williams to Lead Academic Affairs at Portland State University in Oregon

Dr. Williams comes to his new role from California State University, East Bay, where he served as dean of the College of Education and Allied Studies. Earlier in his career, he was a professor of counseling and associate dean of the Graduate College of Education at San Francisco State University.
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