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Riverment, A Film From Florida A&M University's Shayla Racquel, Now Fundraising For Her Newest Film Project
Writer and Director Shayla Racquel is currently fundraising for her newest film project, Riverment. Riverment is a short fictional film that explores the evolving fight for Black rights in America and
Alabama State University's Local ROTC Commander Retires With America's Longest Serving Airman In Attendence
The longest serving airman in United States Air Force history was among those gathered on the ASU campus recently to honor Lt. Col. Tangela D. Spencer, commander of ASU’s ROTC Detachment 019, upon her
Johnson C Smith University President Ronald L. Carter to leave in June 2017 after leading transformation
Dr. Carter brought new programs, boosted fundraising and forged national profile Johnson C. Smith University President Ronald L. Carter today announced his plans to leave the university at the clos
Morgan Staff Promoted to Newly Created Positions
Morgan State University President David Wilson today announced the promotions of Dr. Kara Turner to vice president of Enrollment Management and Student Success, and the Rev. Bernard Keels as the Unive
Political experts discuss impact of Hillary Clinton’s historic presidential run
Author: Lucas Johnson NASHVILLE, Tenn. (TSU News Service) – Hillary Clinton’s nomination to become the first female president of the United States is inspiring women to shatter whatever “glass ceilings” they face, political experts say. Clinton became the first woman nominated for president b
Leggette receives Phi Beta Sigma Image Award for service in education
by Jackson State University Dr. Evelyn J. Leggette, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at Jackson State University, will receive the Phi Beta Sigma Image Award on July 29, at
#BankBlack -- Top 23 Black-Owned Banks, Credit Unions and Other Financial Institutions
The #BankBlack revolution has already began. Thousands of African Americans across the country are transferring their money to Black-owned banks that invest in urban communities and businesses. Initia
TSU Grad Wins Top Prize In John Lennon Songwriting Contest
by Jessica Fraser When Brian Frazier wrote ‘#iBelieve’, he had no clue that his song would reach some of the best artists in the music industry. But with his faith background and love for hip hop m
FAMU Student Addresses Environmental Justice
Devin Crowther hadn’t begun classes in the School of the Environment before he decided to become an agent of change and fight against environmental justice issues. While presenting at the third ann
HBCU of the Year Title Goes to NCCU
North Carolina Central University (NCCU) was honored as the 2016 HBCU of the Year by HBCU Digest during the annual awards contest recognizing achievement among the nation’s 111 historically blac
HBCU presidents call for gun violence symposium
By KARIN KAPSIDELIS Richmond Times-Dispatch | Posted 15 hours ago The presidents of Virginia State and Norfolk State universities have joined with the leaders of 32 other historically black colleg
The United Methodist Church Reaffirms Commitment to Support Paine College -- Donates $250,000 Gift
The United Methodist Church’s Division of Higher Education and Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to support Paine College during a press conference held on campus in Candler Memorial Library. Reveren
Oakwood Hosts Town Hall Meeting: A Plan for Peace
On July 19, Oakwood University's Peters Media Center was the site of WAAY TV's Town Hall: A Plan for Peace, a program that sought to engage community leaders, clergy, law enforcement, activists and co
Alabama State University's National Center to Host Colvin-Feagin Community Art
WHEN: Friday from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. WHERE: ASU's National Center, located at 1345 Carter Hill Rd., across from Heritage Barbershop. Alabama State University's National Center for the Study o
Alabama State University Hosts Genealogy Workshop for the Public on Saturday!
WHEN: Saturday (July 23) from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. WHERE: Levi Watkins Learning Center (ASU Library). Alabama State University’s Library - Levi Watkins Learning Center (LWLC) - in partnership wi