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Andrew Young Jr.
PROFESSION: Politician Former Ambassador to the United Nations. Former Atlanta mayor and US Congressman. Also attended Howard University.
National Technical Association
While we recognize that there are many other technical organizations for students to join, we encourage you to consider membership in the National Technical Association because of the successes our st
Barney and Friends - Soulja Boy "Shootout" Video
Here's a nice little twist - Barney and Friends get it crunk by doing a video to Soulja Boy's Shootout song! You can't say you don't see this in the mornings!
Thinkfinity.org
FREE educational resources for everyone. Thinkfinity.og by the Verizon Foundation.
Now It's Rubi's Time To Ask Questions To Dad
This is funny to me. OK, now we know she can handle herself in answering questions, let's see how she is in asking them. Guinea Pig: Daddy!
Little Kid vs Tuba Player
Some little kid is running around and generally being annoying while this band is performing for a crowd. The tuba player in the back right doesn't put up with that kind of crap.
Creme Magazine
Crème magazine celebrates the lifestyle of tastemakers, fashionistas, and young professionals with common interests in art, fashion, entertainment and culture. We strive to provide our readers with an
Chowan University to Join CIAA in Football
The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) announced today that Chowan University, a four-year, private university, will be joining the conference for its 2008 football season. Chowan will initially enter the conference to participate in football only. Chowan University is loca
Book A Career In Publishing With The 2018 Hachette Book Group Summer Internship Program
At Hachette Book Group (HBG), a leading U.S. trade book publisher, every employee is a passionate bookworm that contributes to our mission to "pulish great books well." The moment you walk into our office, located in Manhattan's iconic Rockefeller Center, you will see vast shelves filled with hundre
Alabama State University Alumna Pens Memoir of Childhood Abuse, Triumph of Faith!
Seeing Juliette McNeil today, one might be surprised at her painful beginnings. Juliette, an Alabama State University alumna, not only has been a successful government executive, but she also is ma
Alcorn committed to Diversity, hires prominent Jackson Theologian
Alcorn State University has named a Jackson pastor as rector of the Historic Oakland Memorial Chapel and director of Student Religious Life, concluding a two-year search. The Rev. C. Edward Rhodes II,
Earl Graves
PROFESSION: Executive Founder and CEO of Black Enterprise magazine
Marquis Grissom
PROFESSION: Professional Sports Player "Played for the Montreal Expos, Atlanta Braves, and San Francisco Giants." Selected by the Montreal Expos in the 3rd round (76th overall) of the 1988 amateur
Alcorn announces new scholarships for incoming freshmen, returning students
Alcorn State University is increasing its university-funded academic scholarships from five to seven, giving more students more opportunities to earn scholarships. “It’s unfortunate when a lack of
IBM Forms $2 Million Partnership with Alabama State University to Help Close Gap in STEM!
Alabama State University and IBM (International Business Machines) announced a joint educational partnership that includes access to the IBM Skills Academy focused on digital learning and technology s
NASA Astronaut And Marshall Space Flight Leaders Speak At Alabama State University
The Visit with Pres. Ross & Remarks to the Public will Highlight Ala.'s Role in Leading America into Space Free & Open to the Public WHEN: Thursday (Feb. 22) at 1 p.m. WHERE: ASU's Ralph D. Ab
Congresswoman Adams Statement on the Impact of Trump’s Budget on HBCUs
Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after the administration announced its proposed budget for FY 2018. “Since his inauguration, President Trump has claimed HBCUs are
Mr. and Miss Oakwood University 2016-2017 Crowned
The theme for this year's Oakwood Pageant was "Metamorphosis," which focuses on a change of the form or nature of a thing or a person into a completely different one, by natural or supernatural means.
Texas Southern's Founders Day 2013 to Honor Dr. Thomas F. Freeman
Texas Southern University and the Houston Community will pay tribute to a Legend during this year’s Founders Day observance, scheduled for Friday, September 13th at 11 a.m. in the H & PE Arena on camp
NABOB Media Sales Institute Partners with HBCUConnect.com for Scholarship Awads in 2019
The National Association of Black Owned Broadcasters Telecommunications Education and Management Foundation (NABOB Foundation), HBCUConnect.com and The Emma Bowen Foundation are pleased to announce th
Alcorn State University receives StormReady designation
Alcorn State University is the fifth Mississippi university to receive the StormReady designation from the National Weather Service. “University campuses can be impacted by tornadoes, as was the ca
Alcorn’s Nichols appointed to 2013-2014 Delta Leadership Institute Executive Academy
Alcorn State University’s Assistant Vice President for Educational and Community Partnerships, Dr. Ruth R. Nichols has been appointed by Governor Phil Bryant as a member of the 2013-2014 Delta Leaders
Juan Scott qualifies for NCAA Div. II Men's Outdoor Track & Field Championships for Central State University
Freshman Juan Scott will represent Central State University at the 2017 NCAA Division II Men's Outdoor Track and Field Championships this week. Scott is one of 754 participants, 377 men and 377 wom
Our Mission: Improving Public Well-Being
At Mathematica, we're policy researchers for the common good, working in health, education, justice, child welfare, environment, employment, and more. We have offices across the country, but do research around the world. We take pride in our employees and in their commitment to excellence. <a hre
Alcorn University’s Extension Program plans Series of Women in Agriculture workshops
Alcorn State University’s Extension Program is preparing to host a series of workshops that will benefit women in agriculture. The Women in Agriculture workshops will kick off Saturday, June 17 fro
Get a free cookbook of healthy summer recipes courtesy of MerckEngage
LIMITED TIME OFFER! Get a FREE Cookbook courtesy of MerckEngage! Beat the heat with more than 25 fresh recipes that make it easy to eat healthier, without much time in the kitchen. Add a big dash of delicious to your healthy cooking. Choose a book with recipes that are low in sodium, fat, sugar, or calories. To claim your free cookbook full of heal
Alcorn State University decreases credit hour requirement, supports 4-year degree completion
With the start of the 2016-2017 academic year, Alcorn is reducing the credit hour requirement for baccalaureate level degrees from 124 to 120. “The reduction in credit hours aligns with our goal of
Alabama State University Genealogy Workshop: Overcoming the Challenges of African-American Research.
WHAT: A genealogy workshop sharing records that overcome the challenges of African-American research. WHEN: March 11, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. WHERE: ASU's Library - "The Levi Watkins Learning Cente
Virginia State University Honors Black Women In Campus Buildings Renaming
Virginia State University has announced new names for four buildings that were previously unnamed on the VSU campus. The VSU Board of Visitors approved renaming each of the four buildings to honor Bla
Yolanda Adams to serve as Texas Southern University Winter Commencement speaker
Gospel superstar, TSU alumna Yolanda Adams to serve as Winter Commencement speaker. Yolanda Adams, a Grammy Award-winning Gospel singer, will address graduates at Texas Southern University’s Winter
Housebroken - Comic Strip By Howard Alum
Introducing Housebroken, a syndicated comic strip from a Howard University alumnus, Steve Watkins. Tell us what you think. Your opinion counts! Check back here daily to see new comics. To learn
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Financial Scandal - Part II
Alleged financial scandal within Zeta Phi Bets Sorority, Inc. Members showed up at HQ for a hearing, but were turned away.
Alcorn State University announces phased return to campus
With safety as its guiding principle, Alcorn has decided to implement a phased return to campus for students. Beginning Aug. 17, 2020, learning will be 100% online for the first three weeks of t
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Financial Scandal
March 8, 2007 - This news report of international organization, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, and the alleged financial scandal that got the sorority member that blew the whistle on them ... e
Truth Initiative and CVS Health Foundation Launch Program to Make HBCUs and Community Colleges Tobacco-Free
Truth Initiative and the CVS Health Foundation are joining together to work with students and administrators at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and community colleges across the c
Alcorn State University Braves Men’s Basketball Coach Montez Robinson wins SWAC Coach of the Year
Alcorn State University’s Men’s Basketball Head Coach, Montez Robinson, is reaping the benefits of turning the Braves into one of the Southwestern Athletic Conference’s top teams. The SWAC announce
Texas Southern University Team Up to Bring National Stage Play “Crowns” to Houston
Texas Southern University’s Communications and Alumni Relations Offices, KTSU-FM Radio and PG Entertainment of Atlanta are bringing the national stage play Crowns by Regina Taylor, to Houston for two
America's Oldest HBCU Classic, Turkey Day Classic, Schedule!
Turkey Day Classic & Hornet Homecoming Events The Turkey Day Classic event schedule features a host of exciting Homecoming festivities for your news reporting. One of the nation's oldest HBCU footbal
Mary J. Blige interview with Tanisha LaVerne Grant at the 14th annual Tribeca Film Festival
Mary J. Blige the "Queen of Hip Hop Soul " graced the red carpet at the world premier of her documentary "The London Sessions" during this year's 14th annual Tribeca Film Festival in New York City. "The London Sessions" Mary J. Blige's 13th album of the same name has been said to be her best album since 2005 according to Billboard magazine. Directed by Sam Wrench, it's only fitting to have a do
Scholarship Opportunity for HBCU Connect Members!
Roth Staffing is proud to partner with HBCU Connect to offer two (2) scholarships to HBCU members or their dependents who have made an impact in their community and strive to make life better for others. These scholarships can be used for education costs or professional development, including certif
Alabama State University's "Death Doctor" to be Recognized at Global Conference on Forensic Science
ASU's Dr. Javan's research may help law enforcement better determine causes of death One of Alabama State University's nationally acclaimed forensic scientists and an expert on 'causes of death' ha
Moses Gunn
PROFESSION: Actor "Played in the TV shows ""Father Murphy"" and ""Different Strokes"". Author of 2 acts. A founder of the Negro Ensemble Company."
Vince Williams
Actor Studied pre-law at Southern U. Starred from 1989-1995 as Hampton Speakes in the hit soap opera show, Guiding Light and as Dustin Cater in Another World.
Nima Warfield
Noted scholar. First African American Rhodes scholar from an HBCU.
Area High School Students Discover Alabama State University for Fall Connection Day!
WHEN: Saturday (Sept. 23) from Noon - 6 p.m. WHERE: Register @ ASU's Hardy Student Center, second-floor Ballroom. NOTE: Register today to attend Saturday's events online at www.alasu.edu/connect
The Role of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and the Challenges They Face
America’s traditionally black colleges and universities are facing extraordinary challenges and must change institutional practices if they are to thrive into the 21st century, Phillip L. Clay, a memb
Black, Hispanic Pupils See School As Tough
*As reportd on Yahoo News, By BEN FELLER, AP Education Writer WASHINGTON - Black and Hispanic students see school as a more rowdy, disrespectful and dangerous place than their white classmates do,
Paul Green
PROFESSION: Military Figure First African American physician in the Medical Corps to be promoted to Captain. Also attended Howard University.