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CIAA Conference That I Know Stronger, Better Than Ever

Despite recent media attention, both the schools and the conference have great days ahead of them.

Rutgers Hermann Meets with Family of Jevon Tyree

Rutgers athletic director Julie Hermann met with the family of a former football player who left the team after claiming a coach bullied him and then limited his playing time.

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CIAA Handling of VSU-WSSU Incident Called Into Question

Much has been said and written about Virginia State University since the unfortunate incident with Winston-Salem State University, but we should not rush to judgment as the facts do not support the narrative.

Proposal to Disband UDC Sports Teams Delayed

University of District Columbia Interim President James Lyons’ proposal to end the school’s participation in the NCAA in an attempt to use funds on academic programs and services was shelved by the board of trustees.

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Leadership & Policy

Obama to Announce $100M in Education Grants for HS Students

WASHINGTON—President Barack Obama is announcing $100 million in grants to help better prepare high school students to compete in the global economy.

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Alabama A&M’s Fiscal Health Improving

Amid the toughest time in recent history for HBCUs, Andrew Hugine managed to reverse Alabama A&M’s financial losses by reducing staff, merging schools and partnering with the local community.

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Winston-Salem State Moves on to Playoffs as Fight Investigations Continue

As the Winston-Salem Rams prepare for Slippery Rock Saturday, investigations into last weekend’s fight continues with Virginia State’s running back being the only player charged with assault.

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Rutgers Player Quits After Coach’s Verbal Abuse

PISCATAWAY, N.J.—Rutgers is dealing with another issue involving a coach’s treatment of a player.

Virginia State Ineligible for Playoffs

CHARLOTTE, N.C.—The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association has declared Virginia State ineligible for the NCAA Division II playoffs after Winston-Salem State’s quarterback was beaten during a bathroom fight between players from the schools.

When It Comes to Inclusion, Ohio State’s Lee All In

As chief diversity officer, vice provost for diversity and inclusion and vice president for outreach and engagement at Ohio State, Dr. Valerie Lee manages one of the largest — if not the largest — diversity departments in higher education.

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Ex-Track Coach Sues University of Texas Alleging Discrimination

Former Texas women’s track coach Bev Kearney filed a $1 million lawsuit against the school Thursday, alleging race and gender discrimination and retaliation.

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Grambling to Appeal Conference Sanctions Over Forfeiture

Grambling State University announced that it would appeal financial penalties imposed Wednesday by the Southwestern Athletic Conference for the school forfeiting its Oct. 19 football game against Jackson State.

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