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HBCU Brilliance Initiative to Provide Technical Assistance Funding to Eleven HBCUs

Reinvestment Fund's HBCU Brilliance Initiative aims to secure the future of HBCUs through strengthening their financial health. For its inaugural cohort, the initiative will provide $40,000 grants and up to $1 million in financing to support campus infrastructure improvements at 11 historically Black higher education institutions.

Four More HBCUs Receive Major Investments from MacKenzie Scott

In less than two months, MacKenzie Scott has donated over $600 million in direct support of historically Black colleges and universities. The latest HBCUs to receive investments from the billionaire philanthropist are Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, Voorhees University, Winston-Salem State University, and Norfolk State University.

In Memoriam: Leonard E. Dawson, 1934-2025

Dr. Dawson served as the seventh president of Voorhees College (now University) from 1985 to 2001. Prior to his presidency, he was director of special projects for the United Negro College Fund.

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 New Provosts at HBCUs

The new provosts are Catherine Edmonds at North Carolina A&T State University, A. Clifton Myles at Talladega College in Alabama, and Edward Hill at Voorhees University in South Carolina.

New Appointments for Ten Black Administrators at Colleges and 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].

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.

Voorhees University Establishes New Exchange Partnership With Salale University in Ethiopia

The two universities and the Center for Excellence for Education Preparation and Innovation on the Voorhees campus have entered into a trilateral agreement to collaborate on new academic exchanges, research opportunities, community projects, and professional development for their students, faculty, and staff.

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.

Adrian West Assumes the Presidency of the National Association of Student Affairs Professionals

Adrian West, vice president for student affairs at historically Black Voorhees University in South Carolina, is the new president of the National Association of Student Affairs Professionals. The organization primarily supports HBCUs by sponsoring professional development initiatives to both administrators and students.

Voorhees University Launches the Charter Institute of Learning

Historically Black Voorhees University in Denmark, South Carolina, has announced the establishment of the Charter Institute of Learning, a pioneering charter school authorizer dedicated to supporting independent charter schools across South Carolina.

Voorhees University Establishes Graduate Pathway Partnership With Des Moines University

Voorhees University students now have the opportunity for a guaranteed interview for eight graduate degree programs in various health science disciplines at Des Moines University. Each year, one seat in DMU's doctor of occupational therapy program will be reserved for a Voorhees student.

Four HBCUs Launch Consortium With the Black AIDS Institute

The Black AIDS Institute has partnered with Jarvis Christian University, Johnson C. Smith University, LeMoyne-Owen College, and Voorhees University to educate Black Americans about HIV/AIDs treatment and care.

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.

Voorhees University Launches Its First Doctor of Education Degree Program

The new doctor of education in leadership program will offer two specialized tracks for students, preparing them to become successful leaders in their chosen educational field. Students can choose to focus their studies on either PK-12 education or higher education administration.

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 [email protected].

Three Black Women Appointed Chief Academic Officers at HBCUs

The new chief academic officers are Angela Peters at Voorhees University in South Carolina, Denise Jones Gregory at Jackson State University in Mississippi, and April Massey at the University of the District of Columbia. All three women are alumnae of HBCUs with significant experience in HBCU leadership.

Four African Americans Who Have Been Appointed to Administrative Roles at HBCUs

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].

South Carolina HBCUs to Participate in Pilot Program to Confront Antisemitism

“At the heart of this approach is the emphasis on creating inclusive and diverse spaces," said project leader, Devin Randolph of Voorhees University. "I see this endeavor as something truly invaluable, drawing from a legacy of resilience and aspirations for a future marked by understanding and progress.”

In Memoriam: Julius Chapman, 1937-2023

Julius Chapman served in dean positions at Towson University in Maryland and Coppin State University in Baltimore. He was also provoset and vice president for academic affairs at Voorhees University in Denmark, South Carolina.
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Loren J. Blanchard Appointed President of California State University, Long Beach

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