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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.

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.

Morgan State University Breaks Ground on New $337 Million Science Center

The new Science Center at Morgan State University "will be on the cutting edge of discovery," says Maryland Governor Wes Moore. "Maryland will build it. Maryland will educate it. Maryland will grow it, and the world will benefit from it. Morgan will soon be ranked among the best places for research in the world.”

S. Keith Hargrove Appointed Chancellor of Elizabeth City State University

“Throughout my career in higher education, I have been a strong proponent of student achievement,” said Dr. Hargrove. “I am excited to lead Elizabeth City State University with a focus on academic excellence and success, fiscal and leadership stability, and a vision for growth and elevated reputation.”

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.

Study Examines the Opportunities for Achieving R1 Research Classifications at HBCUs

This year, the qualifications for achieving the R1 Carnegie Classification were simplified. Now, institutions must simply award a minimum of 70 doctorates and spend at least $50 million on research per year. These updated metrics have the potential to increase the number of HBCUs with R1 status.

Six Black Leaders Appointed to Administrative Roles at HBCUs

The administrative appointments are Timothy Summers at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Donnell Walton at Howard University in Washington, D.C., Mone't Basnight Earle at Elizabeth City State University in North Carolina, Jerome Oglesby at Tennessee State University, Jeffrey Pierce II at Florida A&M University, and Paula McCraney at Simmons College of Kentucky.

Seven Black Administrators Appointed to New Roles 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 [email protected].

Morgan State University Announces Task Force to Address Recent Decline in Black Male Enrollment

“The ongoing decline in Black male enrollment at HBCUs is a clarion call for action, and we will not stand idly by," said David Wilson, president of Morgan State University. "This task force will engage in rigorous research... to ensure that more Black men not only enroll at Morgan but thrive and complete their degrees."

Doctoral Program at Morgan State University Will Not Face Competition From Towson State

The Maryland Higher Education Commission has ruled that Towson University cannot create a doctorate in sustainability and environmental change as it is too similar to Morgan State University's doctorate in bioenvironmental science.

The Anti-Defamation League Honors Charles Chavis for Scholarship on Black and Jewish Relations

Dr. Chavis currently teaches as an assistant professor of conflict resolution and serves as the founding director of the John Mitchell, Jr. Program for History, Justice, and Race at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia.

More Encouraging News on HBCU Enrollments

Morgan State University in Baltimore, Prairie View A&M University in Texas, the University of the District of Columbia, and Lincoln University in Jefferson City, Missouri, have all reported significant increases in enrollments.

Morgan State University to Launch Nuclear Engineering Research Initiative

The Scholarly Partnership in Nuclear Engineering program aims to increase diversity in the nuclear engineering workforce. Morgan State University and several partner institutions will work together to develop new research and mentorship opportunities for students interested in the field.

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.

NASA Awards Grants to Enhance STEM Education at Three HBCUs

NASA has awarded grants to Alabama A&M University, Morgan State University, and North Carolina A&T State University to enhance their STEM curricula.

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.

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.

Morgan State University Launches Student-Managed Investment Fund

The new Student-Managed Investment Fund at Morgan State University will provide undergraduate students the opportunity to invest real money, giving them experience in real-world portfolio management that will prepare them for successful careers in finance.

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.

U.S. News and World Report Names Spelman College the Top HBCU in the Nation

This is the eighteenth consecutive year U.S. News and World Report has named Spelman College as the best HBCU in the country. Howard University was second, Florida A&M University and Tuskegee University tied for third, and Morehouse College was fifth.
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