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When we say the words "Black culture" today, what usually comes to mind? Does what comes to mind really match up with our people's achievements, our goals, the best and brightest that we have to of

With all of the Black History trivia floating around this month, there's one mystery I still haven't figured out... Why, when we talk about Black history, is it made to seem that our greatest accom

The African-American Voice wants you! This consumer research agency is seeking panelists from the African-American community to complete online surveys. Your feedback will be used to develop new pr

Are you ready to influence the lives of hundreds of young people? Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Are you "Ready to Teach"? Howard University has just been awarded a mult

HBCUConnect.com, the #1 resource for students and alumni of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, invites students to participate in our "Black History in Action" Scholarship Competition. i

Wal-Mart teamed up with the Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund (TMSF) for their annual celebrity fashion show and gala in New York City. Wal-Mart’s Metro 7 and Exsto clothing lines were featured in the fashion show, along with top fashion designers B. Michael, Kara Saun, Sean Jean and more. The

It seems that politically, there are two schools of thought when it comes to Black empowerment. The first teaches that despite any challenge or unfair environment we face, we can creatively find a

How many of us made a "resolution" last year to accomplish something? How long did it last? A new year will not change your old habits, because you as an individual have not changed. The problem

Nobel Prize winner James Watson, who created uproar by suggesting black Africans were genetically less intelligent than whites, is in the news again. Watson's great-grandparent may have been African, according to an analysis of his genetic makeup, which showed 16

I'm not talking about July 4. This is today - the day you decide to cast off everything that's holding you back from wealth, happiness, love, prosperity, and success. Independence... it's something

Excuses are the hidden enemy that are undermining your personal and professional success. How? They create an easy and tempting alternative to the healthy, productive actions that you need to take

Greetings Everyone, Leaders for Change is going to be sponsoring three exciting, live discussions for the HBCU community, and we need 3-5 people who wouldn't mind sharing their opinions. Webca

Recruiting for small business can be a challenge – you as the owner or hiring manager are assuming the responsibilities of a full-fledged HR department. These three steps are essential to keep you and your business out of hot water, while bringing in quality employees to build your enterprise.

In that place between wakefulness and dreams, I found myself in the room. There were no distinguishing features save for the one wall covered with small index card files. They were like the ones in li

Yesterday, I was reading a magazine article about kids whose behavior doesn’t seem “normal”. For whatever reason, these are the kids that stand out in the crowd. Instead of blending in, from the earli

College is expensive. Knowledge, however, is absolutely free! Today, we're going to share some strategies you can use to maximize your chances of getting a great college education. The first obstac

As this Halloween passed, seeing groups of beaming children in my neighborhood dressed as little princesses and vampires reminded me of my own Halloween memories. It did, however, get me thinking a

The term "digital divide" has become popular over the past few years to describe the lag time for new technology being adopted in the Black community. We've spent lots of time discussing why it's d

By BILL MAXWELL, Times Staff Writer Published October 22, 2003 NEW YORK - Each time I visit my relatives in Harlem, I always inquire about the children, especially the boys. Harlem, like most

Are you a full-time or part-time student in the Washington or Baltimore metro areas? Are you interested in entrepreneurship or community activism? Looking for a unique opportunity to stand out from the crowd? The Baltimore Renaissance Foundation, Inc. is seeking talented students for leaders

Bill Cosby’s status as sage is confirmed by the release of his new book, co-authored with Dr. Alvin Poussaint of Harvard Medical School, Come On People: On The Path From Victims to Victors. Cosby and Poussaint remind us that black America’s

Bill Cosby Is Right, Again by Anthony B. Bradley Bill Cosby’s status as sage is confirmed by the release of his new book, co-authored with Dr. Alvin Poussaint of Harvard Medical School, Come On P

Although our HBCUs have done very well in teaching the technical aspects of business and creating some extrordinary businesspeople, I think that there is one important element that's been overlooked.

Tryan McMickens recalls the "huge blow" he felt when, as one of only a few dozen African-American students at a large, predominantly white public high school in suburban Atlanta, he heard his favorite teacher advise him not to even consider applying to a historically black college. "She told me

This post is specifically for the men of our communities. Ladies, please read this and share it with the men in your life. Brothers, our society is in crisis. As a direct result of people's passive