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Troy University Renames and Dedicates Building to the late Congressman John Lewis

In the 1950s, Troy University neglected to admit the late Congressman John Lewis but since then, has recently dedicated the main campus building in his honor, reported the Associated Press. In August, the Troy University Board of Trustees had voted to rename the historic Bibb Graves Hall, a former Alabama governor with ties to […]

November 16, 2020

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15-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Student to Attend Clark Atlanta University

A Tennessee 15-year-old is one of Clark Atlanta University’s youngest students ever, according to a university press release. Emory Pruitt enrolled at the Historically Black university for fall 2020, having graduated high school early with a 3.7 GPA. Pruitt faced several hurdles, such as racism in her hometown, but she persevered, according to university officials. […]

November 16, 2020

Morgan State University’s Psychometrics Graduate Program Looks to Diversify the Field

While it’s a relatively new program, since its establishment, 10 students — including eight women — have graduated from Morgan State University’s Ph.D. program in psychometrics.

November 16, 2020

Harvard’s Promise to Hire Ethnic Studies Faculty Prompts Cynicism

Harvard University is looking to hire three to four faculty ethnic studies faculty by the end of the academic year.

November 13, 2020

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North Carolina Will Provide COVID-19 Tests to In-State Higher Ed Institutions Before Holiday Breaks

North Carolina will be providing COVID-19 tests to colleges and universities across the state as holiday breaks approach, ABC 13 News reported. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is sending 74,470 rapid antigen tests to both public and private schools in the state to test students before they travel home or celebrate […]

November 13, 2020

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Brown University Receives $20 Million Gift to Fund Veteran Student Scholarships

Brown University received a $20 million donation from Joseph P. Healey, co-founder of HealthCor, to create more scholarship opportunities for veteran students, the school announced. Healey is a United States army veteran and also has family ties to the university. With half of the funding, the Elaine and Joseph Healey Scholarship will be developed. The remaining […]

November 13, 2020

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U.S. Naval Academy Names First Black Female Brigade Commander

Midshipman 1st Class Sydney Barber was recently named the first Black female brigade commander at the United States Naval Academy, according to the Washington Post. She will be the 16th woman to serve as brigade commander, a position chosen by school leaders. Beginning next semester, Barber, who is studying mechanical engineering, will lead 4,400 students and oversee daily […]

November 13, 2020

SUNY to Establish Veteran and Military Action Council

To create more opportunities for military students, the State University of New York (SUNY) plans to form a Veteran and Military Action Council, according to Spectrum News. Co-chairs of the council include Dr. Robert K. Nye, president of Finger Lakes Community College, and University at Albany-SUNY President Dr. Havidán Rodríguez. The council will address the […]

November 13, 2020

Native Americans

Native American Studies Programs Focus on Leadership Development, Community Building

Native American studies departments and programs in higher education do more than just teach about the oppression of Native Americans in U.S. history. They are working to preserve indigenous cultures by introducing and expanding coursework that offers strong ties to community building.

November 13, 2020

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Wright State to Begin Process of Reducing Faculty Workforce

Wright State University has decided to cut its faculty workforce, due to declining enrollment and other financial hardships, including the impacts of COVID-19, according to reporting in the Dayton Daily News. It is not clear yet how many people will be laid off, said President Sue Edwards. To initiate the process, a letter from Wright […]

November 13, 2020

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Dr. Karen Carey Named Chancellor of University of Alaska Southeast

Dr. Karen Carey has been named the new chancellor for the University of Alaska Southeast. She had been the interim chancellor since July when former Chancellor Rick Caulfield retired, according to KTOO Public Media. Carey will lead UAS, which includes campuses in Juneau, Ketchikan and Sitka. Though typically a new search is conducted, the University […]

November 13, 2020

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Sacred Heart University Settles Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Sacred Heart University has settled a lawsuit over the death of a student during a 2017 eating contest, the Associated Press reported. The school agreed to undisclosed terms with Rosanne Nelson, the mother of social work major Caitlin Nelson, 20, who died three days after choking on pancakes at an on-campus charity fundraiser. Officials at […]

November 13, 2020

JEROME TINKER

JEROME TINKER has been appointed executive director for the Jackson State University Development Foundation. In the past, he’s been executive assistant, board administrator and director of the foundation. Tinker holds a bachelor’s in business administration from Stillman College and a master’s in community development in housing with a certification in community planning from Prairie View A&M University.

November 13, 2020

GEORGIO DOUGLAS

GEORGIO DOUGLAS has been named director of admissions at Grambling State University in Louisiana. Previously an enrollment specialist in the Office of Admissions and Recruitment and senior admissions counselor at Grambling, Douglas holds bachelor’s degree in political science from Grambling State and a master’s degree in human resource management from Webster University.

November 13, 2020

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MICHELLE REY

MICHELLE REY has been named executive director of the College of the Canyons Foundation in the Santa Clarita Community College District in California. Previously director of development for Santa Clara University in California, Rey holds a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from California State University, Northridge and a master’s degree in public administration from Villanova University.

November 13, 2020

KELLY WHITE

KELLY WHITE has been appointed deputy chief of police at Winston-Salem State University in North Carolina. A major of support services with the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Police Department since 2005, he’s previously served as interim chief of police at Elizabeth City State University in North Carolina and also service as interim police chief at North Carolina Central University in Durham.

November 13, 2020

ALINE PHILLIPS

ALINE PHILLIPS has been appointed executive director of the Community Impact Network Center at Harris-Stowe State University in St. Louis, Missouri. Previously director of the university’s academic resource center, Phillips holds a bachelor’s degree in education from Harris Stowe, as well as a master’s in education and Ph.D. in higher education administration, both from Maryville University.

November 13, 2020

ROLLINDA THOMAS

ROLLINDA THOMAS has been named assistant vice chancellor for academic affairs at Fayetteville State University in North Carolina. Thomas currently serves as associate vice president for academic programs for the University of North Carolina System and holds a bachelor’s degree in art design from North Carolina A&T State University, a master’s degree in art education from East Carolina University and a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction from North Carolina State University.

November 13, 2020