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Upcoming HBCU Week Conference to Feature Career, Recruitment Fair
The Annual National HBCU Week Conference is set for Sept. 15-19 with the theme, “Raising the Bar: Where Excellence and Opportunity Meet.”
September 5, 2024
Morehouse College in Atlanta was founded in 1867. It is one of dozens of historically Black colleges and universities recognized during National HBCU Week activities.
HBCUs
Report Identifies Decline in Black Male HBCU Enrollment
Black men make up a quarter of enrollment at historically Black colleges and universities, according to a new report.
August 26, 2024
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'The Kamala Effect:' Harris's Nomination is Bringing Attention to HBCUs
In a study of social media posts, researchers found that more people from across the globe are taking notice of HBCUs.
August 23, 2024
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Foundation Gives $6.5M To Refurbish Fields at HBCUs in Georgia, Alabama
The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation has committed $6.5 million to help refurbish athletics fields at four historically Black colleges and universities in Georgia and Alabama.
August 22, 2024
Albany State University has a newly refurbished football field thanks to a grant from the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation.
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Adage Capital Gifts $10M to Launch UNCF’s Project ACCLAIM
Student participants in Project ACCLAIM can expect rigorous course work and hands-on experiences to help propel them into the financial services sector.
August 16, 2024
Morehouse College is a partner institution in the United Negro College Fund's Project ACCLAIM (Accelerating Learning in Asset Investment Management).
Students
Saint Augustine’s Delays Student Move-in, Classes
Classes at Saint Augustine’s University have been delayed by two weeks due partly to repairs needed from damage caused by Tropical Storm Debbie.
August 14, 2024
Saint Augustine’s University
From the Magazine
A New Era of Excellence
One year ago, Dr. Valerie Kinloch became the 15th president of her alma mater, Johnson C. Smith University.
August 14, 2024
Dr. Valerie Kinloch
HBCUs
Senior Leadership Shakeup at FAMU
Florida A&M University Interim President Timothy L. Beard has announced senior leadership changes on the horizon for the embattled institution.
August 13, 2024
Dr. Timothy L. Beard
Students
Sacramento State Kicks Off Black Honors College
Sacramento State Black Honors College launches its first cohort with celebration.
August 12, 2024
The inaugural class of the Sacramento State Black Honors College, shown here along with campus and national leaders, was introduced at a ceremony marking the opening of the new first-of-its-kind education initiative.
HBCUs
HBCU Scholars Program Celebrates 10 Years with 2024 Cohort
The White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity has announced its 2024 cohort of HBCU Scholars.
August 9, 2024
Dr. Miguel Cardona
From the Magazine
Boldly Future Forward
As North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University works toward Research 1 status, its academics thrive through innovation.
August 9, 2024
Dr. Leonard Williams, the director and professor of food safety and microbiology at N.C. A&T Center for Excellence in Post-Harvest Technologies, is working on developing an all-natural, antiviral disinfectant with promising results in controlling the spread of SARS-CoV-2.
Reports & Data
Final Report on Dubious FAMU Gift Recommends Policy Changes
An investigative report into the handling of a $237 million donation to Florida A&M University suggests adjustments to the university’s policies and organizational structure.
August 8, 2024
Florida A&M University
HBCUs
Report Highlights Cost Burdens for HBCU Families
Families of students at historically Black colleges and universities value higher education as their non-HBCU peers but are increasingly burdened by the financial costs, according to a recent report on paying for college.
August 6, 2024
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HBCUs
Morehouse Gifted Anonymous $20M Supporting New Professorships
The anonymous multimillion-dollar gift is expected to help expand Morehouse College’s academic programs and professorships in the fields of business, the humanities, STEM, and health.
August 6, 2024
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Bloomberg Philanthropies Gifts Over $600M to Historically Black Medical Schools
Michael R. Bloomberg has committed $600 million to the endowments of four historically Black medical schools.
August 6, 2024
The Howard University College of Medicine is among four historically Black medical schools receiving a share of a $600 million gift from the Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Greenwood Initiative.
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Pennsylvania Increases Higher Ed Budget for 2024-25
Gov. Josh Shapiro recently joined State Department of Education Secretary Dr. Khalid N. Mumin and others at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania for a ceremonial bill signing of higher education reforms included in the state’s 2024-25 budget.
August 5, 2024
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
HBCUs
Clark Atlanta Response to ‘Saved My College’ Trump Rally Comment
Clark Atlanta University clarifies former President Donald Trump’s support for the historically Black university.
August 5, 2024
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Paul Quinn College Gets $20M Gift
Anonymous gift expected to support investments such as expanding scholarships and shoring up fundraising infrastructure.
July 26, 2024
Paul Quinn College
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