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Alcorn State University recognizes class of 2020 with virtual commencement ceremony
Nothing will stop Columbus, Mississippi native Tyler Wilson from taking the necessary steps to becoming a medical doctor, not even the COVID-19 pandemic. His dream motivated him to earn his degree in
Alcorn State University mourns the loss of legendary Braves football coach, Marino Casem
The life and legacy of former Alcorn State University legend, Coach Marino “The Godfather” Casem, is scheduled for this weekend. A private graveside service for Casem will be held Saturday, May 2,
Alcorn State University’s School of Agriculture awarded USDA grant for student scholarships
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced 19 grant awards totaling more than $14 million to provide scholarships at 1890 land-grant colleg
HBCUConnect Congratulates Seven (7) Graduates of the 2020 Verizon adFellows Fellowship Program
On April 29, 2020, Verizon held their virtual graduation ceremony for the 2020 class of the Verizon adFellows Fellowship Program. The program was a commitment of 8 months working mainly in NYC for top Fortune 50 marketing, advertising, and client-side companies in the US. HBCUConnect was tasked w
Alcorn State University announces virtual graduation ceremony for 2020 spring graduates
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, Alcorn State University will honor its spring 2020 graduates on Saturday, May 2, through its first virtual commencement ceremony. “While no one could have anticipated
Projects Improve Alabama State University’s Campus While Students Are Away
By Kenneth Mullinax/ASU. While the Hornet Nation and the rest of the country are sheltered-at-home because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are taking the opportunity of working on their “hone
Alabama State University to Hold Virtual Commencement for Spring Class of 2020
Alabama State University’s Class of 2020 graduates will be recognized in a virtual commencement ceremony on Friday, May 1, at noon (CST). The ceremony will recognize all undergraduate and graduate
Alabama State University Board Enacts "Pass/Not Pass" Option For Spring Semester
This option is only being used for ASU undergraduate students for the Spring 2020 semester. The new policy gives ASU students a choice; they may also opt to receive regular letter-grades just as befor
Alcorn State University to Issue Prorated Refunds for Housing, Meals, and Parking for Spring 2020 Semester
With the transition to virtual and remote learning as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, many students were faced with an inability to return to campus for the remainder of the spring semester. As you
Alabama State University's Alumni Fight for COVID-19 Testing Sites in Black Belt
By Hazel Scott/ASU ASU alumnus Darren Dubose may live in Houston, but his heart remains firmly planted in Alabama, specifically the section of the state that is known as the Black Belt. As the w
Start your Career In Marketing With The 2020 AdFellows Fellowship Program - Now Taking Applications!
If you are a <b>marketing, public relations, or advertising professional</b> looking to work with world renown marketing companies OR if you are a <b>recent graduate</b> looking to start your career in marketing, then we invite you to take a look at the 2020 Verizon AdFellows Fellowship Program.
Oakwood University Alumni Week Goes Virtual
by Maquisha Mullins, PhD, Interim Director of Integrated Marketing & Public Relations One of Oakwood University's most well-known and favored traditions will continue in the midst of this time of d
Alabama State University Waives ACT/SAT Requirements for 2020-2021
Alabama State University is announcing that it will waive the ACT/SAT test requirements for the 2020-2021 academic year. This decision comes after the ACT postponed its national test date deadline fro
Savannah State University applicants for summer and fall no longer need ACT or SAT scores
First-year students applying to Savannah State University for the summer and fall 2020 semesters can be admitted without an ACT or SAT score. The decision comes following approval by the University Sy
Alabama State University Postpones Spring Graduation 2020
Alabama State University is postponing its 2020 Spring Commencement Convocation (graduation ceremony), which was scheduled for May. ASU is extremely proud of each of its students, and especially it
Update: Alcorn State University guidance and information related to Spring Break, Travel, Campus Events
Alcorn State University is committed to doing everything we can to ensure the health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff is continuing to closely monitor the global pandemic, COVID-19. Our
Morehouse Honors Student Looking To Recruit 1 Million youth Leaders by 2030
Congratulations to our Morehouse Honors Student, Alexander Taylor, for presenting at the UN European Headquarters in Geneva! Now the major organizer for the annual 1M2030 summits in collaboration betw
Internship with the Masters Program in Afro-Colombian Studies in Cartegena, Colombia
Call for Applications Colombia is home to the third largest Afro-descendent population in the African Diaspora after the United States and Brazil. However, while there has been a long history of ac
Apply Now For the Nyra Renee Shaw-Hemphill Memorial Scholarship Fund
Applications are now open for the 2020 Nyra Renee Shaw-Hemphill Memorial Scholarship. This memorial fund was started to honor the memory of a beloved only child and daughter by her mother, supporting family, and friends. Nyra passed away of a congenital heart disease while participating in an on-ca
Delaware State University marching band to perform at Penn Relays
The Delaware State University “Approaching Storm” ― a high-energy, high-stepping, entertaining collection of talented musicians ― will perform inside Franklin Field as part of the 100th an
College Sophomores: Apply Now For JPMorgan Chase's Launching Leaders Conference
JPMorgan Chase and Co. is now accepting applications for the 2020 Commercial Banking Launching Leaders Undergraduate Conference, May 18-19 in Plano, TX. This is your opportunity to launch a great career in finance. Our Commercial Banking Launching Leaders Conference offers sophomores, who self
Internships For Students: Apply Now For Software Engineering Internships
Are you majoring in software engineering with three years of coding experience and looking for an internship? Join the INROADS team to get the mentoring and internship experience you need for the career you want. Build confidence. Gain success. Advance your potential. Let INROADS connect you to y
Great Job Opportunity for Experienced Business Administration, Management, or Similar majors with CAST
If you have a B.A. or B.S. in business administration, management or similar concentration and have at least 5 years of experience in operations, then we invite you to check out this opportunity with CAST. They are looking for people with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, excellent proble
Bowie State University Nutrition Lounge Opens for Students Through Food Lion Partnership
Campus Pantry Opening Feb.17 is Part of Food Lion's CIAA-related Activities (BOWIE, Md.) – Bowie State University, in partnership with Food Lion, is opening a new on-campus nutrition lounge suppli
Oakwood University's Honda Team Headed for Playoffs
On February 7, 2020, after nearly six months of preparation, the Ambassadors - Oakwood's team of scholars - met their competition at Claflin University in Orangeburg, South Carolina, for the Honda Cam