Tag: Jackson State University
Decisions Made on the Future of Three HBCU Presidents in Mississippi
Donna Oliver of Mississippi Valley State University did not have her contract renewed. Carolyn Meyers at Jackson State University and M. Christopher Brown of Alcorn State University received four-year extensions.
Tennessee State University Announces Four Finalists for Its Next President
Glenda Glover, dean of business at Jackson State University, Ainsley Carry, vice president of student affairs at Auburn University, Candace Campbell Jackson, a vice president at the University of Akron, and Bennie Harris, a vice president at Lipscomb University, are in the running.
Five African Americans Named to New Positions in Higher Education
The appointees are Allen M. Jackson, Loria Brown Gordon, Lamonte Aidoo, Andrena Gaymon and Thomas Hudson.
Jackson State University Opens a New Preschool Teaching Laboratory Facility
The new center will serve as a preschool childhood teaching laboratory for educators, college students, and child care providers.
Jackson State University Professor Named Associate Editor of Scientific Journal
Edmund C. Merem is an associate professor of urban and regional planning in the School of Policy and Planning at Jackson State University.
Three African Americans Taking on New Posts in Higher Education
The new appointees are LaTanya Junior at Jackson State University, Cornelius Gilbert at Northern Illinois University, and LaVar Charleston at the University of Wisconsin.
Jackson State University Launches Its Own Sports Broadcasting Network
A new sports broadcasting network that will allow alumni and other fans of the university's sports teams to watch action on television and over the internet.
A Trio of African American Award Winners
Kisha Daniels of North Carolina Central University, Gregory Robinson of the University of Georgia, and Terry Woodward of Jackson State University are honored with prestigious awards.
This Week’s Faculty News
Charlotte Owens, Jayne Cubbage, Gbemende Johnson, and D'Andra Orey have new duties.
Thomas Calhoun Elected Leader of the Association of Black Sociologists
He is a professor of sociology and interim dean of the College of Liberal Arts at Jackson State University in Mississippi.
Five African Americans Taking on New Administrative Duties in Higher Education
The new appointments go to Phillip Cockrell, Tyson Beale, Dewain Lee, Albert E. Smith Jr. and Edwin Mayes.
Appointments of African Americans to Key Posts in Higher Education
Here is this week's news of appointments of Black Americans to administrative and faculty positions at colleges and universities across the United States.
Jackson State University Opens New Veterans Center
The director of the new Veterans Center is Timothy Abram, who won a Bronze Star during Operation Desert Storm and is now studying for a doctorate in educational leadership.
Six African Americans Taking on New Roles in Higher Education Administration
Stephen McDaniel, Remica Bingham-Risher, Blane Harding, Loretta Moore, A. Benjamin Spencer, and Latanya Walker are the appointees.
Jackson State Freshmen to Receive Free iPads
The Apple devices will be integrated into the first-year curriculum and will save students money by allowing them to purchase electronic textbooks.
Ten African Americans Named to New Administrative Posts in Higher Education
Carlton Brown, Gerald Coleman, Kimberly Hilliard, Tijuana Hudson, Sheilah Vance, Vanidy Bailey, Patric Simon, Kevin Banks, Ron Price, and Ruffin Bell are all taking on new roles.
HBCU Choir Sets Schedule and Names Conductors
The 105 Voices of History National Choir is made up of one student from each of 105 historically Black colleges and universities.
Five African Americans Named to Top Administrative Posts in Higher Education
Keith W. McIntosh, Shakeela J. Hunter, Wanda S. Mitchell, Sharon T. Stoddard, and Deborah F. Dent will be assuming new duties.
Call Me MISTER Program Expanding to Mississippi
Originating at Clemson University in 2000, the goal of the program is to place more male teachers from diverse backgrounds into the nation's classrooms.
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.
Eight African Americans With New Administrative Duties in Higher Education
The new appointees are Fran Scarlett, Sheneka Williams, Kimberly Andrews, Gwendolyn Caples, Patricia Brewer Hairston, Courtney Davenport, Dwayne White, and Tammy Brooks.
Three HBCUs Awarded Materials Research Grant Programs From the National Science Foundation
Howard University, Jackson State University, and Norfolk State University will receive five-year grants to conduct materials research and education programs.
Five African Americans Taking on New Duties in Higher Education
Deborah Buchanan, Earl Wright II, Edward Adams Jr., Harold Tate, and Stephanie Chatman are all taking on new assignments.
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.
Remembering the Tragic Shooting at Jackson State
The tragedy at Kent State is embedded in America's collective memory but another shooting incident 11 days later at historically Black Jackson State University in Mississippi has not received the same level of attention from historians. A new documentary video seeks to fill the void.
Jackson State University Alumni Donations Set a Record
The campaign started six months ago with the goal of raising $1 million for the university but the goal was more than doubled.
Mississippi’s HBCUs Handed a New Recruiting Tool
The state legislature recently passed a bill that would allow public universities in the state to seek a waiver allowing them to offer in-state tuition rates to some students from other states.
Notable Appointments of African Americans in Higher Education
Mark Henderson, Andrea Ferguson and Sheila Johnson-Willis are named to new posts.
Two African Americans Named to Administrative Posts in Higher Education
William Broussard was named athletics director at Southern University and Shanda Lewis Cargile is the new EEO officer at Jackson State University.
Professor Dollye Robinson Honored for 60 Years of Service to Jackson State University
The university has bestowed the title of dean emerita on Dr. Robinson who first joined the music department faculty in 1952.
A Trio of African Americans Receive Awards
Kendra Preer, Ron Thomas, and Lisa Jackson are the honorees.
Seven African Americans Who Will Be Taking on New Duties
Here is news of seven new appointments of African Americans to posts in the academic arena.
Bus Tour for Diversity In Medicine to Stop at Five HBCUs
At each school visited, about 150 students will participate in a full-day program where they will learn how to succeed in pursuing a medical career.
New University Positions for a Half Dozen African Americans
Here is news of six African Americans who are assuming new duties in higher education.
New Posts in Higher Education for Three African Americans
Maria Baxter-Nuamah, Stephen Ekunwe, and Aunjanue Ellis have received appointments.
Notable Higher Education Grants of Interest to African-Americans
Here is this week’s news of grants won by historically black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.
