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COVID-19
Campus Chaplains Get Creative Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
When classes pivoted online in response to the coronavirus, so did chaplaincy, and campus faith leaders have been getting creative to continue remotely supporting their diverse student communities.
June 10, 2020
Sports
Citing Impact on Diversity, Brown U Reverses Its Decision on Some Sports Teams
Brown University has reversed its decision to turn men’s varsity track, field and cross country into club sports citing the negative impact the move would have on diversity and Black students, reported The Providence Journal. According to a letter released Tuesday night, men’s track, field and cross country were among the varsity sports that have […]
June 10, 2020
African-American
SUNY Brockport President Is Sued for Racial Discrimination
The State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport president Heidi Macpherson and vice president of advancement Mike Andriatch were this week sued for racial discrimination, reported Rochester First. Earlier this year, the university was roiled with protests over accusations of racial bias at the institution and campus climate issues. The suit was brought forward by […]
June 10, 2020
African-American
Thousands of Scientists Went on Strike Wednesday to Protest Racism in STEM, Academia
Thousands of scientists and researchers in the U.S. and around the world went on strike on Wednesday to protest and to urge reflection on racism in society and in academia, especially in STEM fields. #ShutDownSTEM, #ShutDownAcademia and#Strike4BlackLives were the hashtags used on social media to talk about the protest, which was planned in the aftermath of […]
June 10, 2020
African-American
Two University Presidents Apologize for Their Comments on George Floyd Protests
The presidents of Bradley and Illinois Wesleyan universities have apologized for their comments on the protests that ensued after the death of George Floyd due to police brutality. Illinois Wesleyan president Georgia Nugent and Bradley University president Stephen Standifird both appeared to blame the protests for the violence that broke out around the country. At Illinois […]
June 10, 2020
African-American
HBCU Texas Southern Offers George Floyd’s Daughter a Full Scholarship If She Attends
Texas Southern University (TSU), a historically Black institution, said it will offer a full scholarship to Gianna Floyd, daughter of George Floyd who died following police brutality. The university has approved a fund to provide a full scholarship for Gianna and executive and academic staff “will prepare a place for Miss Floyd if she wishes […]
June 10, 2020
Students
Reimagining International Student Recruitment in the Age of COVID-19: Cross-Continent Collaboration and Partnership Agreements, and Innovative Delivery Models Have Never Been More Important
International student enrollment has been challenged since well before the COVID-19 global pandemic brought the traditional higher education recruitment cycle to a halt in mid-March. It will only become more difficult if colleges and universities do not quickly determine and act upon ways to reach and serve the unique needs of this critically important student population.
June 10, 2020
Students
Online Drag Shows and Shoe Box Parade Floats: Campus Communities Virtually Celebrate Pride in Style
Online drag shows, miniature floats made out of shoe boxes, virtual panel discussions and dance parties – these are just a few of the ways LGBTQ students and alumni are marking Pride month. Even with parades shut down and campuses closed, college communities are gathering online to celebrate.
June 9, 2020
African-American
After Black Alumni Lambast Him, Liberty U’s Jerry Falwell Jr. Apologizes for Blackface Tweet
After Black alumni strongly denounced his actions, Liberty University president Jerry Falwell Jr. apologized on Monday for a May 27 tweet — which he has now deleted — in which he posted a picture of a blackface mask. Several alumni and staff of the Virginia university called the tweet racist and at least three Black staff members, including a professor, have since resigned.
June 9, 2020
Sports
A U of Iowa Coach Put on Leave After Black Former Players Accuse Him of Racism
A University of Iowa coach has been placed on administrative leave after many Black former players accused him of fostering systemic racism in the college football program, said a report in the Chattanooga Times Free Press. The coach in question, football strength and conditioning coach Chris Doyle, denied the allegations, said the Daily News. The […]
June 9, 2020
Social Justice
Rowan U Won’t Reappoint an Ex-Police Officer Who Killed a Black Teen in 1994
Amid a “national spotlight on social justice and police matters,” Rowan University said the college won’t reappoint a former police officer who shot and killed a Black teenager in 1994. Since the death of George Floyd, many on campus have been calling for the removal of the former police officer Peter Amico, director of the […]
June 9, 2020
African-American
U of Alabama to Take Down Three Confederate Memorial Plaques
As the nation continues to ask itself tough and vital questions on racism following the death of George Floyd, the University of Alabama on Monday announced it is removing three Confederate memorial plaques from the college campus. The decision came a day after the Student Government Association at the university said it is talking with […]
June 9, 2020
African-American
Troy University Fires its Police Chief Over George Floyd Comments
Troy University on Tuesday fired its chief of police John McCall for his “inflammatory” comments on social media about George Floyd that do “not reflect the values of” the university. McCall was suspended on June 3 for his social media comments, one of which suggested that Floyd was responsible for his own death. “We are […]
June 9, 2020
Students
Can the Racial and Economic Justice Movement Help Advance Equity in Higher Education?
While still not universally embraced, there is a growing recognition that the Black Lives Matter movement cannot be ignored. This acknowledgement by some of the most unlikely individuals and institutions, like the National Football League, is a sign that change is afoot.
June 9, 2020
African-American
It’s Time for Higher Education Institutions to Stop Ignoring Protests Against Systemic Police Violence
As higher education institutions often pride themselves on being “welcoming for all”, it is difficult to accept this as truth while ignoring the plight of Black Americans who come from areas where police violence is frequent and normalized.
June 9, 2020
Home
A Bright Future
LGBT graduates remain hopeful despite turbulent times.
June 9, 2020
Faculty & Staff
Can Faculty at Historically Black Colleges and Universities Replicate Part of the HBCU Experience Through an Online Format?
It is important for HBCUs to recognize that online learning continues to be one the fastest growing sectors of higher education. Online learning has increasingly become a more widely accepted and viable option. The COVID-19 pandemic has only intensified the need for this option and has pushed institutions to adopt virtual instruction rapidly.
June 9, 2020
African-American
Another University Professor in the Spotlight for ‘Vile’ Comments on Minorities
Two petitions to fire University of North Carolina Wilmington professor Mike Adams for his inflammatory comments over the years about women and minorities have collected a total of 73,000 signatures as of Monday afternoon. One of the petitions says Adams’ Twitter account “contains threats towards minorities.” The other urges signatories to not financially support or […]
June 8, 2020
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