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Section: Demographics > African-American
Students
Analysis: Black Graduates More Apt to Carry Student Loan Debt
One out of every two Black college graduates since the year 2000 has graduated from college with more than $25,000 in undergraduate student loan debt.
September 18, 2014
African-American
Future Financial Concerns Grip Generation X
As the older Gen Xers turn 50 next year, there is a certain level of apprehension about the future of the economy.
September 17, 2014
Faculty & Staff
Wilberforce University Moving Closer to Naming President
With a decision on its accreditation just three months away, the Wilberforce University board of trustees has again narrowed its field of candidates to three.
September 17, 2014
Students
Diverse Conversations: Three Ways HBCUs Can Avoid Dying Out
Despite grasping for a place at the table when it comes to American education, HBCUs are still an important component of U.S. college education.
September 15, 2014
Students
In Case You Missed It…
DOE Official: College Rating System Developed To Be Refined Black Diversity in Higher Ed? We are Not There Yet Disability Studies Expert Seeks Better Understanding Through Communication Study: College Affordability Metrics Don’t Match HBCUs’ Mission
September 11, 2014
African-American
Ferguson Crisis Exposes Larger Injustices
Today, more than 50 years later, James Baldwin’s prophetic narrative rings chillingly true.
September 11, 2014
Students
Tough Financial Love May Pay Off for Kentucky State University
A roller-coaster couple of weeks during which a quarter of it students were released for non-payment of accounts resulted in most returning and possibly fiscal stability.
September 11, 2014
African-American
West Virginia University Professor Studies Issues of Female Veterans
Women have experienced violence in combat, sexual harassment and sexual trauma — and they’re finding their issues upon return are different than their male counterparts.
September 11, 2014
Students
Study: College Affordability Metrics Don’t Match HBCUs’ Mission
The conclusion is that HBCUs and other minority serving institutions with large numbers of underrepresented, first-generation, and/or low-income students will likely be disadvantaged.
September 10, 2014
Students
For HBCUs, Investing in Education Abroad a Key to Marketplace Success
HBCU students need a tactical “education abroad” approach, one that synthesizes global literacy, academic achievement and career development.
September 10, 2014
African-American
Sierra Club Award Named for Environmental Justice Pioneer Robert Bullard
The renowned environmental organization has announced that it will present the first Robert Bullard Environmental Justice Award to a Mississippi-based activist on November 21.
September 10, 2014
Students
Middle Tennessee State U. Engaging Males in Sexual Assault Prevention
Middle Tennessee State University is starting a program that aims to reduce the possibility of sexual assaults on campus by training male students.
September 7, 2014
African-American
Norman Francis Stepping Down in 2015 as Xavier University President
Dr. Norman C. Francis, the nation’s longest serving university president, announced today that he plans to retire next year as president of Xavier University in New Orleans, nearly 47 years after he first assumed the post.
September 4, 2014
Students
Sweet Briar Student Apologizes for Racial Labels
A Sweet Briar College student has apologized for placing racial labels in a dormitory, saying she did not intend to hurt anyone.
September 3, 2014
Students
Scholars: Proposed College Rating System Penalizes Minority-Serving Institutions
Several scholars suggest that variables such as having fewer financial resources per student or serving students with less academic preparedness should be factored in.
September 2, 2014
African-American
Report Recommends Educational Policy Adjustments to Aid Minority Males
The report outlines a series of state and federal policy recommendations aimed at improving the educational outcomes for boys and young men of color.
September 2, 2014
African-American
Morgan State University Professor Sentenced to 3 Years in Prison
A professor at Morgan State University has been sentenced to three years in prison for fraudulently obtaining research grants from the National Science Foundation.
September 1, 2014
Faculty & Staff
Shaw University Extends Contract of Acting President
Shaw University has extended the contract of Acting President Dr. Gaddis J. Faulcon for one year, the university announced Thursday.
August 28, 2014
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