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Study Finds Racial Disparities in Access to Successful Fertility Treatment

According to a nationally representative analysis of women experiencing infertility between 2013 and 2020, there are major racial disparities in birth outcomes following treatment, with just 3 percent of Black women experiencing a successful live birth after receiving fertility treatment, compared to 17 percent of Asian women and 13 percent of White women.

Phyllis Sharps Named a Living Legend by the American Academy of Nursing

Considered the organization's highest honor, the "Living Legend" designation is granted to individuals who exemplify the resolve and ingenuity of the nursing professions and have made significant impacts on health systems and health policy.

The University of the District of Columbia’s Victor McCrary Elected Chair of the National Science Board

“We can’t succeed in a new era with yesterday’s playbook,” says Dr. McCrary. “The National Science Board supports President Trump’s aspiration for Golden Age of American Innovation and will continue to work in partnership with the White House, the Congress, and leaders across business, academia, national security, and state sectors...”

New Dean Appointments for Five Black Scholars in Academia

The new deans are Keisha Pollack Porter at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Cora Bragg Thompson at Savannah State University in Georgia, Nancy Kirkpatrick at Smith College in Massachusetts, Lionel Howard at George Washington University in Washington, D.C., and Jessica Brooks at Virginia State University.

Albert Mosley Named the Eighth President of Bethune-Cookman University

"I am deeply grateful for this opportunity, and I look forward to all that God has in store as I partner with our faculty, staff, students, alums, donors, and community partners in shaping a bold and inspiring future for B-CU," said Dr. Mosley. His presidency is set to begin on July 7.

Six Black Americans Taking on Administrative Roles in Higher Education

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 [email protected].

Childhood Exposure to Trauma Linked to Heart Disease in Black Women

While both Black men and women study participants reported similar experiences with childhood trauma, the association between past trauma and heart complications was only found among Black women.

Five Black Americans Appointed to New Roles in Higher Education

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 [email protected].

Howard University and Johns Hopkins to Collaborate on Cancer Research and Address Racial Health Disparities

Thanks to a $13.5 million federal grant, scientists at Howard University and Johns Hopkins University will work together on cancer research projects and initiatives aimed at eliminating health disparities among Black Americans and other underserved communities.

Five Black Leaders Appointed to Administrative Roles in Academia

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 [email protected].

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.

Danielle Speller Recognized by the National Society of Black Physicists for Early-Career Accomplishments

Danielle Spencer currently serves as an assitant professor of physics at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. She was honored by the National Society of Black Physicists for her research into dark matter and her mentorship of the next generation of physicists.

James-Christian Blockwood Named President of the National Academy of Public Administration

Blockwood currently teaches in Syracuse University's Washington, D.C. program. He has vast experience in public service, previously holding leadership roles with the departments of Veterans Affairs, Homeland Security, and Defense, as well as the Government Accountability Office.

Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy Named President of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education

“I’m honored to take on this new role at AACTE, an organization with such a rich tradition of leadership, advocacy, and innovation,” Dr. Holcomb-McCoy said. She will assume her new role in January after eight years as dean of School of Education at American University.

In Memoriam: Edward Cox, 1943-2024

Dr. Cox was a professor of history at Rice University for nearly three decades. He was a member of Rice's Task Force on Slavery, Segregation, and Racial Injustice, an advisor for the Black Student Association, and founding director of the Mellon Undergraduate Fellowship program.

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.

Black Patients Less Likely Than White Patients to Receive Diagnostic Imaging in the Emergency Department

According to a new study, Black patients who visit the emergency room are significantly less likely to receive diagnostic testing than White patients, despite reporting the same symptoms.

Pharmacies in Segregated Neighborhoods Are Less Likely to Dispense Prescriptions for Opioid Use Disorders

A new study led by Johns Hopkins University has found pharmacies in historically racially and economically segregated neighborhoods are over two times as likely as those in advantaged neighborhoods to restrict prescriptions to treat opioid use disorders.

Five Black Scholars Appointed to New Faculty Roles at Universities Across the Country

The new faculty appointments are Stephen Bayne at Texas Tech University, Ebony McGee at Johns Hopkins University, James Wright at Arizona State University, Lawrence Sass at MIT, and Antony Joseph at Illinois State University.

Eight African Americans Selected for Administrative Positions in Higher Education

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 [email protected].
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