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Darius Watson Named Dean of the School of Professional Studies at Lincoln University of Missouri

“Darius Watson has demonstrated exceptional leadership, vision, and commitment to academic excellence,” said Lincoln University President John Moseley. “His innovative approach and dedication to our students and faculty make him the ideal choice to lead the School of Professional Studies.”

Douglas LaVergne to Lead the College of Agricultural, Life and Natural Sciences at Alabama A&M

Dr. LaVergne currently serves as associate vice president for academic affairs and undergraduate studies at Alabama A&M University. He has an extensive background in agricultural education, including service as vice president for land-grant engagement and dean of the College of Agriculture, Environmental, and Human Sciences at Lincoln University of Missouri.

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 Dean Appointments for Five Black Scholars

The new deans are Tamalyn Peterson at Talladega College in Alabama, Josephine Ibironke at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Johnnie Westbrook at Lincoln University of Missouri, Lakeisa Tucker at South Carolina State University, and Kerwyn Flowers at Florida State University.

New Master’s Degree in Community and Economic Development Launches at Lincoln University of Missouri

Beginning in the fall 2025 semester, the new graduate degree at Lincoln University in Missouri aims to prepare students for leadership roles in public service, nonprofit organizations, and development initiatives. The program is designed for working professionals and can be completed in as little as 18 months.

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 contact@jbhe.com.

Lincoln University Launches New Program to Prepare Missourians for High-Demand Employment

The Lincoln University Employment Academy aims to prepare local Missouri residents for successful careers in high-demand industries, such as direct care, cybersecurity, office administration, and accounting.

In Memoriam: Nathan Howard Cook, 1939-2024

Dr. Cook was a longtime faculty member and administrator at Lincoln University of Missouri. A full professor of biology, he held several leadership roles including vice president for academic affairs.

Five Black Leaders Appointed to Administrative Roles at Colleges and Universities

The appointments are Jennifer Wiggins at Virginia Tech, Kimberly Woodard at Stillman College, Robert Earl at Borough of Manhattan Community College, Parnell Lovelace at Jessup University, and Tim Abney at Lincoln University of Missouri.

Lincoln University of Missouri Terminates Partnership With Its Alumni Association

“While the termination of our relationship with [the Lincoln University Alumni Association] is unfortunate, we are confident that it will not impede our efforts at expanding alumni engagement," said Victor Pasley, president of the university's board of curators.

Lincoln University of Missouri Selects Three Black Men for New Administrative Roles

Lincoln University of Missouri, an HBCU in Jefferson City, Missouri, has appointed Grant Winrow, Cornelius Brownlee, and Issac Bivins, Jr. to leadership roles in advancement and student affairs.

Maisha Handy Named the First Black President of McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago

Dr. Handy was the first African American woman to earn a Ph.D. in religion from Emory University. She will become the first African American president of McCormick Theological Seminary on September 3.

Nine Black Leaders 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 contact@jbhe.com.

New Dean Appointments for Six African American Leaders

The new deans are Matthew Miles at the Mississippi University for Women, Daniel Abebe at Columbia Law School, Jonathan Williams at Pomona College in California, Gwendolyn H. Everett at Howard University in Washington, D.C., Tobias R. Morgan at Lincoln University in Jefferson City, Missouri, and Alma Littles at the College of Medicine of Florida State University.

Six African Americans Selected for Administrative Positions 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.

Five Black Leaders Appointed to 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 contact@jbhe.com.

Eight Black Administrators Take on New Roles in Higher Education

Here is this week’s roundup of Black professionals 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.

Five Black Leaders Appointed to Administrative Positions

Here is this week’s roundup of African American 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.

In Memoriam: Antoinette Candia-Bailey, 1974-2024

Antoinette Candia-Bailey was vice president for student affairs at Lincoln University in Jefferson City, Missouri. Before joining Lincoln University in May 2023, she was vice president of student affairs, chief diversity officer, and Title IX coordinator at Elms College in Chicopee, Massachusetts.

A Trio of New African American Deans

Shirley Hymon-Parker will lead the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences at North Carolina A&T State University as interim dean. William H. Whitaker Jr. has been named dean of South Carolina State University’s Honors College and DeNeia Thomas is the new dean of the College of Professional Studies at Lincoln University in Jefferson City, Missouri.
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Michele Murray Appointed President of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities

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The Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities is a national organization that supports Jesuit higher education institutions in the United States, Belize, and Canada. Dr. Murray, who currently serves as senior vice president for student development and mission at the College of the Holy Cross, is slated to become the association's next president on June 2.

In Memoriam: Norman C. Francis, 1931-2026

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Norman C. Francis served as president of historically Black Xavier University of Louisiana for nearly five decades. When he retired in 2015, he was the longest-tenured university president in the United States.

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