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Section: Demographics > African-American
Leadership & Policy
Summit Drills In on America’s Dropout Rate
In the United States, a student drops out of school every 26 seconds and more than 3,000 children leave school every day.
February 26, 2013
Students
UNM Working To Increase Black Student Enrollment
The University of New Mexico has hired a recruiter to bring more Black students to the university system.
February 25, 2013
Students
Howard Professor Uses Hip-Hop as a Literary Lesson
Last October, Gilbert Perkins, 31, found himself on the coveted stage at TEDx’s Mid Atlantic Conference.
February 25, 2013
African-American
HBCUs Produce Leaders Not Only Domestically, But Also Abroad
In the late 1950s and early 1960s, alumni and officials of Black colleges like Lincoln and Howard became a familiar presence at independence celebrations of several African countries.
February 25, 2013
African-American
Black History Month: The Debate Rages On
One cannot log on to the Internet, listen to talk radio (of all political persuasions) come across a number of blogs and other forms of media without encountering a discussion on Black History month.
February 21, 2013
African-American
Cruz Says ‘Land of Opportunity’ Facing Crisis
Educator kicks off Black, Brown and College Bound conference with a call to action on behalf of Black and Latino males.
February 21, 2013
Leadership & Policy
Stephens Found His Calling in Fundraising
Stephens, who died Feb. 14, found his place in life and blazed trails along the way.
February 21, 2013
African-American
Colleges Continue to Increase Diversity in Post-Segregation Era
Today, as many schools celebrate desegregation milestone anniversaries, the impact in the post-segregation era feeds discussion and debate.
February 20, 2013
Students
Research Shows Grit Plays Key Role in Black Males’ College Success
Ohio State associate professor finds perseverance and passion to pursue goals are intangibles that push students past academic barriers.
February 19, 2013
African-American
Ifill Ready to Resume Fight for the Marginalized
Sherrilyn Ifill wanted to be a civil rights lawyer, but she never dreamed she would someday lead the historic NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund.
February 19, 2013
African-American
Will African-Americans Be Used as a Wedge Against Immigration Reform?
Tonight in New York City, the Lunar New Year meets Black History month as the Asian American Legal Defense Fund honors legendary Freedom Rider, civil rights activist and long-time Georgia Congressman John Lewis.
February 18, 2013
Leadership & Policy
UNCF’s Latest Challenge is Engaging Youth
The United Negro College Fund’s primary goal remains keeping students in school after getting them in.
February 18, 2013
African-American
Future of HBCUs Hinges on Ability to Evolve
The need for stronger, more efficient administration lies at the forefront of HBCUs’ most plaguing issues.
February 18, 2013
Faculty & Staff
N.C. State Preserves Black History with Mobile Web App
North Carolina State University offers its university community and visitors “Red, White & Black,” a self-guided walking tour mobile device web app that documents African-American history at the school.
February 17, 2013
Sports
Florida A&M Law School Warned it is not Meeting Standards
The American Bar Association’s report points out that 30 percent of the students admitted either do not graduate the school or do not pass the bar exam.
February 17, 2013
Students
New Class Heading Into Black College Football Hall of Fame
The 2013 class includes six players who have been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
February 14, 2013
African-American
Angela Davis Electrifies Gallaudet University
She has been a seminal figure in the civil and women’s rights movements for decades, but educator, feminist and human rights activist Dr. Angela Davis still remains deeply involved in movements for social justice globally.
February 14, 2013
Faculty & Staff
Will the AME Church Save Wilberforce?
I grew up in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. My father, Rev. Larry Rogers, served for a time under Rev. Floyd H. Flake at Greater Allen A.M.E. Cathedral in Queens, New York.
February 13, 2013
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