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Section: Demographics > African-American
African-American
Ferguson Crisis Exposes Larger Injustices
Today, more than 50 years later, James Baldwinâs 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 â and theyâre finding their issues upon return are different than their male counterparts.
September 11, 2014
Students
Study: College Affordability Metrics Donât Match HBCUsâ 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 âeducation abroadâ 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 nationâs 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
African-American
In Denmark, Group Helps American Students of Color Feel at Home
The clubâs goal is to help students find others with similar identities and backgrounds, as well as provide support as they navigate through an unfamiliar culture.
August 28, 2014
African-American
Report: âNothing Newâ About Tensions Between Black Youth, Police
In a University of Chicago report, researchers find that tensions between African-American youth and law enforcement are a national problem and have been around for years.
August 28, 2014
Students
Special Issue â Academic Kickoff
The Academic Kickoff edition of Diverse takes a closer look at how professors are teaching to the tech-centric millennial student.
August 28, 2014
African-American
Black Culture Centers Embracing Multiculturalism and Intellectual Conversation
From a proposal in 1987 to create a national network of Black culture centers, the ABCC grown into an international and multicultural organization.
August 27, 2014
Faculty & Staff
Some Helicopter Parents Have Evolved Into Snow Plow Parents
From college campuses to workplaces, a number of parents have deeply imposed themselves into their childrenâs lives even once they reach adulthood.
August 26, 2014
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