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2017 Lina H. McCord Summer Interns Welcomed
The Lina H. McCord program welcomes eight students from United Methodist-related historically black colleges and universities (HBCU) to serve as its 2017 summer interns. The summer intern program, spo
PHILANDER SMITH COLLEGE ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI RELATIONS
Welcome Brenda Hatton-Ficklin! Pine Bluff Native is New Director of Alumni Relations Following a rigorous national search, Brenda Hatton-Ficklin of Little Rock has been selected to serve as Dire
Talladega College band on inauguration: 'Forget the politics... We are musicians'
By Darran Simon, CNN Alex Liddell Jr. sang an Al Green song as he sorted through recently dry-cleaned uniforms -- deep crimson with Carolina blue accents -- for his marching band's biggest performa
SUNY Board of Trustees Appoints Wayne J. Riley, M.D., '93 as President of Downstate Medical Center
The State University of New York Board of Trustees today appointed Dr. Wayne J. Riley as president of SUNY Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Riley is currently a clinical professor of Medicine and adjunct
Concordia Adds New Music Degree Concentration
Concordia has once again expanded its academic reach by adding a new degree concentration to its growing list of academic programs. Students now have the option to study music with this new Associate
Clark Atlanta Professor Vernon Clarke Presents The Highwaymen Project.
The Auburn Avenue Research Library, in collaboration with Hammonds House Museum and Take on the Arts, hosts The Highwaymen: Legacy of a Landscape. This exhibition honors the artistic contribution and historical relevance of The Highwaymen an innovative ensemble of self-taught African American landsc
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HOW CONGRESSIONAL HEARINGS TAKE PLACE THIS WEEK - WRITE A LETTER FOR HEALTHCARE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE! In Congressional hearings this week, members of Congress will discuss the pros and cons of Medicaid and the health insurance marketplaces. Nearly 1 out of 3 people cov
HOW NATIONAL LAW CENTER FOR HOMELESSNESS AND POVERTY REMINDS YOU OF FREE WEBINAR ON ESSA ON THURSDAY!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE! R E M I N D E R TO R E G I S T E R & A T T E N D! Register now for our webinar on Engaging Legal Advocates in ESSA Implementation Thursday 2/2/17 at 2pm ET / 11a
HOW HEADS UP AMERICA HELPED THREE STATES MOVE TOWARD PROMISE OF TUITION-FREE EDUCATION!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE! This month, three new states moved toward adopting tuition-free higher education programs. • On January 3rd, Governor Andrew Cuomo traveled to LaGuardia Community Colle
HOW TO PREVENT HUMAN TRAFFICKING ALL YEAR!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE! Fifteen Ways You Can Combat Human Trafficking (There are many links in this information. Please be sure to viit the website and click ALL the links). January is National
Opportunity Scholarship Students Featured in NY Times Magazine
The New York Times Magazine published the below article about the Opportunity Scholarship students -- also known as "Dreamers" -- who have been provided access to higher education at Delaware State Un
“What Does Access Mean?” Find out at CDU’s 2nd Annual President’s Breakfast on February 9th
The President and CEO of Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) will moderate his second annual President’s Breakfast, Thursday, February 9th at the Marriott in Marina del Rey, CA
Knoxville College is not enrolling or recruiting new students at this time.
Knoxville College is a private, church-related, four-year, coeducational, liberal arts institution. The College is open to students of diverse backgrounds and cultures who seek a quality liberal arts
Anderson Cooper: The 1st time I met Michael Jackson || STEVE HARVEY
Steve welcomes the host of CNN’s “Anderson Cooper 360” and “60 Minutes” correspondent, Anderson Cooper! Subscribe now to the STEVE HARVEY YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/1K5UsMy Find out where t
New appointments and events showcase excellence at Johnson C. Smith University
Chen named STEM Dean Dr. Hang Chen, associate professor and chair of the Computer Science and Engineering Department, was appointed Dean of the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathema
Tennessee lawmakers to experience wave of Tiger Blue at TSU Day at the Capitol
Tennessee lawmakers will experience a wave of Tiger Blue at the state Capitol on Wednesday, Feb. 1. Tennessee State University administrators, faculty, students and alumni will converge on Legislat
“Protecting the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry into the United States"
As a private citizen of the United States, and in my role as President of American Baptist College, I feel compelled to stand against President Trump’s recent executive order limiting and banning Musl
Culinary Program Featured on WKRG
Members of Bishop State Community College’s culinary program were recently featured on WKRG-TV5 (CBS) preparing a Frittata. To view the program click the video below, and see below for the full recipe
Dr. Akash Dania appointed to editor-in-chief of the Accounting and Finance Research Journal
Alcorn State University’s Dr. Akash Dania’s hard work in the business world has landed him at the helm of a global business publication. Dania, associate professor of finance and director of the Gr
Alumnus State Rep. Calvin Smyre receives lifetime achievement award
BY CHUCK WILLIAMS chwilliams@ledger-enquirer.com The Greater Columbus Chamber of Commerce on Thursday night honored during its annual banquet two men at different stages of their community leaders
2017 Coppin State Homecoming Concert
2017 Coppin State Homecoming Concert Wednesday, February 08, 2017 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Door Time: 6:00 PM This event is all ages Coppin State University Physical Education Complex Featurin
Clark Atlanta University Announces CAU Day at the Capitol
Clark Atlanta University announces this year’s CAU Day at the Capitol Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017. During this spectacular event, CAU President Ronald A. Johnson will be presented with proclamations in t
Savannah Black Heritage Festival Day is February 11
Celebrate Grand Festival Day of the 2017 Savannah Black Heritage Festival on Saturday, February 11, with an array of family-oriented activities and a star-studded evening concert. All events will be c
SC State, Lowcountry Graduate Center to offer Lowcountry’s first Healthcare Management MBA...
SC State, Lowcountry Graduate Center to offer Lowcountry’s first Healthcare Management MBA Program Healthcare professionals in the Lowcountry will soon be able to advance their career with a Mast