Alabama State University turns 150 years old in 2017 and to prepare for an incredible year of celebration and thanks, it is kicking off three design competitions to help it both honor its fabled past and to keep an eye on its incredible future. Since ...
Posted Thursday, October 27th 2016 at 1:54PM
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U.S. Department of Education Releases Guidance Encouraging Well-Rounded Education
The U.S. Department of Education today released non-regulatory guidance to help states, districts and schools provide students with a more well-rounded education ...
Posted Thursday, October 27th 2016 at 12:32PM
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Savannah State University (SSU) is launching the first ever certificate in global citizenship in collaboration with the Peace Corps.
SSU will welcome the Peace Corps, as well as other officials, to campus on Monday, October 31. The visit is part ...
Posted Thursday, October 27th 2016 at 11:15AM
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by Andrew Taylor, School of Business, accounting major
Oakwood alumni David Conkerite, 11, and Edward Pelote, II, '14, returned to Oakwood recently, this time representing Loma Linda University Health. David is the Program Manager for the ...
Posted Thursday, October 27th 2016 at 11:12AM
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Prominent civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump will be the keynote speaker at Tennessee State University’s 25th anniversary gala for the National Association of African American Honors Programs on Monday, Oct. 31.
Crump is the noted Florida lawyer ...
Posted Thursday, October 27th 2016 at 11:09AM
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The Central State University Department of Fine and Performing Arts Debuts its 2016-2017 Performance Season with Jazz and Love in Shakespeare
WILBERFORCE OH. – Central State University will open its 2016-2017 performing arts season on Nov. 4th ...
Posted Thursday, October 27th 2016 at 10:53AM
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Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) released the following statement regarding National Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Week.
“As a proud two time graduate of North Carolina A&T University and a retired professor of for ...
Posted Wednesday, October 26th 2016 at 8:00PM
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On October 26th, UNCF will launch #PreserveHBCUs a 24-hour social media campaign to urge the Senate to provide at least $5 million for the HBCU Historic Preservation Program, as passed by the House, before Congress adjourns. Taking place during Natio ...
Posted Wednesday, October 26th 2016 at 7:06PM
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Alabama State University researchers will be working on a cutting-edge tissue regeneration project with the University of Pennsylvania Science and Technology Center thanks to a grant by the National Science Foundation (NSF). ASU’s portion of the $24 ...
Posted Wednesday, October 26th 2016 at 7:02PM
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Thanks to Fulton Sports Media for this update on SWAC football teams that were in action this past week. You can check out the video where he goes through all the teams and the scores on the news feed of our Facebook page at http;//www.facebook.com/h ...
Posted Wednesday, October 26th 2016 at 6:52PM
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by Jeffrey Wilder, student writer, Oakwood University
Over its 120 year history, Oakwood University has become known for its talented musicians. Whether it comes in the form of an instrumentalist, soloist, or a group, musical talent is not somethi ...
Posted Wednesday, October 26th 2016 at 6:02PM
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This past weekend, President Pollard, along with a group of student leaders of Oakwood, spent time in Washington, DC. This annual trip, called the President's Leadership Tour, allows for Dr. Pollard to speak to the students about the impact of their ...
Posted Wednesday, October 26th 2016 at 6:00PM
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (BALTIMORE)
Employment First: New Opportunities, Dispelling Myths & Misconceptions
You asked, we are delivering...a 2016 series of free webinars about the Developmental Disabilities Administration.
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Posted Wednesday, October 26th 2016 at 2:30PM
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION TODAY!
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack traveled to Austin, Texas to announce two multimillion-dollar investments that will help America’s small businesses and homeowners make more renewable choices while reducing their e ...
Posted Wednesday, October 26th 2016 at 1:09PM
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FACT SHEET: Obama Administration Investments in Historically Black Colleges and Universities
“The powerful current of excellence and progress is the story of America’s HBCUs. And right now, a college degree matters more to the success of indiv ...
Posted Wednesday, October 26th 2016 at 12:52PM
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
USDE AWARDS $427 Million in School Improvement Grants to States, Territories to Turn Around Lowest Performing Schools
The U.S. Department of Education today announced more than $427 million in School Improvement Grant ...
Posted Wednesday, October 26th 2016 at 12:22PM
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The Texas Southern University campus was abuzz for seven days as students, alumni, faculty and staff celebrated its 2016 Homecoming – ReMember the Times. This year’s week-long slate of events featured three concerts, a basketball game between alumni ...
Posted Tuesday, October 25th 2016 at 1:03PM
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Written by Buzz Reporter, Damon Arnold,
The cast of “Almost Christmas” spent their weekend as Rattlers at Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) homecoming to not only promote their new film, but to spread knowledge and advice to students preparing for life after college.
Actors Omar Epps, Roman ...
Posted Tuesday, October 25th 2016 at 11:41AM
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White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities presents the 2016 HBCU National Conference, Oct. 24-25, 2016 - Live STREAM!
Watch the live stream of the 2016 HBCU National Conference during HBCU Week courtesy of NASA's Digit ...
Posted Monday, October 24th 2016 at 1:26PM
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PETERSBURG, Va, (WRIC) — Former Virginia State University student turned Miss USA, Deshauna Barber, is back in Petersburg this weekend celebrating the university’s 2016 homecoming.
This marks Barber’s first visit to her alma mater since winning the national Miss USA title. She told 8News she hope ...
Posted Monday, October 24th 2016 at 12:45PM
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Students at Hampton University rarely have the opportunity to hear President Dr. William R. Harvey talk about his family life or his many accomplishments. On Thursday, Dr. Harvey stood before a room full of students, faculty and staff for a question and answer style interview at the Hampton Histor ...
Posted Monday, October 24th 2016 at 12:37PM
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By Absolon Kent
Special Contributor to SSUNAA.org
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Savannah State University recently announced the 2016 homecoming parade grand marshals, Clemontine Washington, Ed.D. (‘77) and Cyrus Jackson (‘66). The honorary marshal is Barbara ...
Posted Monday, October 24th 2016 at 12:33PM
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WHO:
North Carolina A&T State University, alumni and the surrounding campus community
WHAT:
N.C. A&T will celebrate its 90th Homecoming, better known as the Greatest Homecoming on Earth. Some notable events include:
•“Comedy House Party” ...
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Media Contact:
Joy Cook
336-256-0863
dcook1@ncat.edu
There’s more than one way to observe a N.C. A&T Homecoming; education and empowerment chief among them.
As students celebrate, telecommunications conglomerate AT&T will utilize its national platform to continue to invest i ...
Posted Monday, October 24th 2016 at 10:23AM
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Black millennials are tech-savvy, socially aware and engaged, and they’re changing the game with their use of mobile technology and social media, a recent report finds.
By: Breanna Edwards
Black millennials are killing the game.
In the ...
Posted Monday, October 24th 2016 at 10:18AM
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