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Don’t just show up—do something. She’s been seen on TV, heard on radio, and she’s a known fighter (after all, she beat breast cancer). So, naturally, people ask JaQuitta Williams ’93: What’s her bigge
Texas Southern University introduces Summer of Success (SOS) initiative
Texas Southern University (TSU) has launched a new, 5-week Summer of Success (SOS) academic support program to provide conditionally admitted students an opportunity to gain full admission into TSU’s
NOW CASTING Married At First Sight: SECOND CHANCES
America's fan favorites from Married At First Sight in Atlanta are back on the market! David Norton and Vanessa Nelson are ready once again to find the loves of their lives. Married At First Sight: SECOND CHANCES will you give YOU the opportunity to have face time with David or Vanessa to see if t
You are so beautiful
No complaining today. Just change things that should be changed. No whining today. Just sing a sweet song to get you through. No loneliness today. Just be thankful for the previous days
Alcorn State University's Dr Carr added to the Governor's Task Force on Teacher Preparation for Early Literacy
One of Alcorn State University’s deans has been selected to tackle the issue of preparing educators to enhance childhood literacy. Dr. Robert Carr, dean of the Department of Education and Psycholog
President Ronald L. Carter to deliver keynote at National Small College conference
Johnson C. Smith University President Ronald L. Carter will deliver the keynote speech at the 28th annual National Small College Enrollment Conference, July 11-13, 2016 at the Omni Hotel in Charlotte,
Congresswoman Adams' Education Bill Closer to Making Capital More Accessible for HBCUs
Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) announced that five education bills were marked up by the House Education and the Workforce Committee last week. One of the bills was introduced by Congresswoman A
Allen University Wrestling Receives R.E.A.C.H.E.S Funding
Allen University has been awarded funding from the R.E.A.C.H.E.S organization to receive equipment for the Yellow Jacket wrestling program. Allen University started its first club wrestling program in
Oakwood University Offers Fall Registration Incentives Including Free Tuition and Free Room and Board
Oakwood University is excited to announce its Fall 2016 Registration Incentives! All new and returning students (full time, traditional program only) who register and financially clear by Thursday
These Are The Best Cities For People Of Color In Tech
Courtesy of FastCompany.com By: Lydia Dishman Analysis of census data ranks the best cities for underrepresented minorities working in tech. "If the American economy was the Titanic and the ic
Agreement sets up academic partnership between Texas Southern University and Lone Star College System
Texas Southern University President Dr. Austin Lane and Lone Star College Chancellor Dr. Stephen Head met June 29 to sign an articulation agreement between the two institutions. The plan will facilita
Norfolk to rename road for community leader Walter Green
By Eric Hartley The Virginian-Pilot NORFOLK Philpotts Road was once a narrow, often-flooded country lane. Today, it’s a modern city street, thanks to neighborhood efforts led by Walter Gree
Morehouse joins elite STEM training program
SMASH Academy is building new generations of scientists and engineers Morehouse College has become the first historically black campus to join an elite West Coast-based science and math training pr
Black Girls Code Is Moving Into Google's New York Offices
Ruth Reader In a bid to develop a pool of more diverse job candidates, Google is cutting out the pipeline and going right to the source. Tomorrow, Black Girls Code will celebrate the opening of
Come Experience Africa This October - Deposit Deadline Approaching
Come join in experiencing the spirit of Africa on this 2 week tour of the countries in southern Africa, including Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Botswana! From cosmopolitan Cape Town and Johannesburg in South Africa to the wildlife-rich Chobe National Park in Botswana, to majestic Victoria Falls in
Houston Endowment funds Mickey Leland Center project at Texas southern University
The Mickey Leland Center for Environment, Justice and Sustainability in the Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs at Texas Southern University was awarded funding by Houston Endowment
Watermelon: Health benefits + how to get more in your diet, plus three refreshingly delicious recipes
By Molly Kimball | NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune There's a reason that summer is the season for watermelon: not only does it taste its best during the summer, reaching its peak flavor du
Here's What You Need to Know About Microsoft's Acquisition of LinkedIn
By John Lincoln Co-founder and CEO, Ignite Visibility„J@johnelincoln On Monday, social media giant LinkedIn announced that it had agreed to be acquired by Microsoft for $26.2 billion. The deal,
GBENGA AKINNAGBE TALKS INDEPENDENCE DAY RESURGENCE WITH TANISHA LAVERNE GRANT
Actor Gbenga Akinnagbe who stars in the new $200 million dollar blockbuster film "Independence Day: Resurgence" as "Agent Travis Matthews" chats with media correspondent and Cheyney University of Pen
Oakwoodites of Oakwood University Connected to Hollywood Film, Free State of Jones
Members of the family of Anna Knight have various roles in the upcoming film, "Free State of Jones," starring Academy Award-winner Matthew McConaughey. The movie is inspired by the life of Newton K
Oakwood University Approved to Offer Distance Education
Oakwood University has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. NC-SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondar
Philanthropist Bill Gates talks public health, biotech, and the race for the White House
By Helen Branswell @HelenBranswell and Rick Berke @rickberke June 17, 2016 Bill Gates became one of the richest men in history after cofounding Microsoft. His impact on the wor
Kendra Austin: Dedicated to Diversity
By Karen M. Kroll Kendra Austin is director of supplier diversity with pharmacy benefit management services provider Express Scripts, St. Louis, Mo. She has held this position since November 2014. Responsibilities: Creating a supplier diversity program, defining the business case for it, and d
Norfolk State Placed On NCAA Probation, 2011 Football Championship Vacated
(NCAA) – Norfolk State University failed to monitor its eligibility certification process, which resulted in improper certifications for student-athletes, according to a decision issued by a Division