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Section: Demographics > African-American
African-American
In Memorium: Pauline Knight Ofosu
To most students and teachers on campuses across the nation, the name Pauline Knight Ofosu would draw a blank stare if they were asked to identify her. Such is the fate of people who make history that is forgotten generations later.
March 27, 2013
African-American
Florida A&M Halts Presidential Search
The recent decision by Florida A & M University (FAMU) to abruptly halt its search for a new president could delay selection of a permanent top administrator for almost another year, raising the prospect the institution could lose some of its top candidates as a result of the shift in plans, say academic veterans involved in the talent recruitment business.
March 27, 2013
Sports
Reducing Number of High School Diplomas Proposed
State Superintendent of Education John White says he wants to consider eliminating one of Louisianaâs three high school diplomas.
March 26, 2013
African-American
College, Connected: Online Enrollments at HBCUs Continue To Grow
In the past decade, the rate of growth in online enrollments has been âextremely robust,â but holding steady, according to a report.
March 26, 2013
Faculty & Staff
Admissions and âAdmissionâ
It seems wholly appropriate that most colleges send out their judgment notices around Holy Week when borderline applicants might resort to prayer, or give new meaning to the notion of being âpassed over.â
March 24, 2013
Faculty & Staff
Remembering a Giant of African Literature
Considered the father of modern African literature, acclaimed writer Chinua Achebe has died at age 82, leaving behind a body of work that scholars say will grow increasingly more influential over time.
March 24, 2013
Students
Kansas Immigration Hearing Draws Emotional Response
An emotional crowd gathered for a House committee hearing on a measure that seeks to repeal in-state tuition for Kansas students without legal residency.
March 21, 2013
Leadership & Policy
Oberlin Dean Named Next Kenyon College President
A dean at Oberlin College has been named the next president of Kenyon College.
March 18, 2013
Leadership & Policy
Oberlin Dean Named Next Kenyon College President
A dean at Oberlin College has been named the next president of Kenyon College.
March 18, 2013
Faculty & Staff
Florida A&M Suspends Search for New President
Florida A&M University on Friday abruptly halted its search for a new president after the university board chairman contended it was the wrong time to move ahead with a new leader.
March 17, 2013
African-American
A Debt-Free Approach to Graduate Education for African-Americans
At a recent meeting, financial gurus discussed the financial state of Black America and ways to bridge the wealth gap through education.
March 14, 2013
Faculty & Staff
Catholic Institutions React to Announcement of a New Pope
On the second day of the papal conclave, the world watched Wednesday as Catholic leaders announced that Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio would be the next head of the Catholic Church worldwide.
March 13, 2013
African-American
Morehouse Furloughs Faculty and Staff
Morehouse College, sticking with its plan to belt tighten all school year, used this weekâs spring break for its more than 2,000 students to furlough without pay its entire faculty and staff.
March 13, 2013
Students
Savannah State President Defends TRIO in Congress
When Savannah State University president Cheryl Dozier addressed a U.S. House subcommittee Wednesday about the impact of cuts to the federal TRIO programs, she said there was âno doubtâ that TRIO helps students succeed.
March 13, 2013
Students
Students Discuss STEM Involvement at N.C. A&T Forum
At the close of the annual Urban Education Institute, students spoke about their experiences in STEM studies and shed light on where they felt the field may be headed.
March 10, 2013
African-American
Millennial Stress College Years and Beyond
A few weeks ago, the nation and blogosphere was abuzz with news about the stressful lives of Generation Y (the Millennials).
March 6, 2013
Leadership & Policy
ACE Reinforces Advocacy of Investment in Education
The American Council of Education (ACE) directed educators and administration to reconsider the nationâs investment in education during the closing speech of their 95th annual meeting.
March 6, 2013
African-American
Report: Poor College Prospects Predicted for Black Youth in LA County
In new study, the Education TrustâWest organization paints a dismal picture of college readiness and college completion prospects for Black students in Los Angeles County.
March 6, 2013
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