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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.

Terence L. Finley Appointed President of Corning Community College in New York

In addition to his corporate background, Dr. Finley has extensive administrative experience with historically Black universities. Most recently, he has been serving as chief operating officer at Harris-Stowe State University in St. Louis. Earlier, he was an assistant vice president at Prairie View A&M University in Texas.

Another Quartet of HBCUs Receive Record-Breaking Donations From MacKenzie Scott

MacKenzie Scott has made record-breaking donations to North Carolina A&T State University, Bowie State University, Philander Smith University, and Prairie View A&M University. In just the past two months, the billionaire philanthropist has invested nearly $800 million in direct support of historically Black colleges and universities.

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.

Prairie View A&M University Launches Support Program for Students With Sickle Cell Disease

“This is a great opportunity for Prairie View to help establish a model of support for college students nationwide who have been diagnosed with sickle cell disease,” said Tondra L. Moore, executive director of health services at PVAMU. “We're not just responding to a health condition, we are setting a standard of care and advocacy that matches the resilience of our students.”

American Society of Mechanical Engineers Honors Prairie View A&M University’s Paul Biney

Dr. Paul Biney of Prairie View A&M University in Texas was recently honored by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers for his outstanding work in advancing mechanical engineering education. He recently retired from the HBCU after four decades of service.

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.

Joel B. Thornton Named Inaugural Dean of Libraries at Prairie View A&M University

In addition to his dean appointment, Dr. Thornton will serve as a professor of practice in the HBCU's College of Business. He comes to his new role from the University of Utah, where he has served as an associate dean for the J. Willard Marriott Library.

New Administrative Roles for Four African Americans in Higher Education

The African Americans selected for new roles in higher education are Shena Crittendon at Prairie View A&M University in Texas, Majornette Jefferson at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Terri Hooper at Benedict College in South Carolina, and Jelani Favors at the United Negro College Fund.

Derrick Jackson is the Eleventh President of American Baptist College

Founded in 1924 through a collaboration between the all-Black National Baptist Convention and the all-White Southern Baptist Convention, American Baptist College was formerly recognized as a historically Black college in 2013. Dr. Jackson has led the HBCU on an interim basis since July.

In Memoriam: Dwedor Weslyne Ford, 1979-2025

For the past six years, Dr. Ford taught kinesiology at Prairie View A&M University in Texas. With degrees in computer science and health and human performance, she conducted extensive research on disability sport, racial and health inequities, the integration of AI in kinesiology, and culturally responsive teaching practices.

New Dean Positions for Four Black Leaders in Academia

The new deans are Mark McKinney at St. Petersburg College in Florida, Kimberly Smith at Lincoln University of Pennsylvania, Sophia Sotilleo at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County, and Angela Branch-Vital at Prairie View A&M University in Texas.

Five Black Scholars Selected for Dean Appointments at Universities

The new deans are Mary McGriff at New Jersey City University, Vaughn Crichlow at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island, Kimberly Jones at Howard University in Washington, D.C., RoSusan Bartee at Prairie View A&M University in Texas, and Kwamie Dunbar at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts.

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.

A Trio of Black Leaders Appointed to Administrative Positions at HBCUs

The appointments are Kery Davis at Howard University in Washington, D.C., Yolanda Robinson at Alcorn State University in Mississippi, and Casey Davis at Prairie View A&M University in Texas.

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.

Students from Texas’ Nine HBCUs Form Legislative Caucus to Advance HBCU Education

The bipartisan coalition was formed to advance educational opportunities at Texas' HBCUs. The student group and Texas Representative Ron Reynolds have recently filed a bill with the state government that, if passed, would advance funding and educational opportunities at HBCUS in Texas.

Hampton University Wins the 2025 Honda Campus All-Star Challenge

The Honda All-Star Challenge is an annual academic competition for students and faculty at historically Black colleges and universities. This year's top finisher, Hampton University, received a $100,000 grant for their win.

Prairie View A&M University Launches New Graduate Degree in Nutrition

Prairie View A&M University's new master's degree will provide students with an advanced nutrition education, research opportunities, and community engagement initiatives, preparing them for diverse careers in nutrition and dietetics.
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