Written by HBCU Digest, Posted in Editorial, Politics
Essence magazine and even an earlier Digest article called it a “war on HBCUs.” And while, to some, this language may seem hyperbolic, it can certainly be said that HBCUs have seen a more troub ...
Posted Wednesday, July 10th 2013 at 2:58PM
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Janet A. Guyden has been appointed dean of the Grambling State University College of Professional and Graduate Studies. She succeeds Rama Tunuguntla, who led the College of Professional Studies from 2009 until retiring June 30.
“We are excited th ...
Posted Tuesday, July 9th 2013 at 7:38PM
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Dr. Bernard Harris Jr. encourages youth to pursue high-tech careers through camp program at Bowie State University
Fifty area middle-school students are using the summer break to sharpen their math and science skills through the ExxonMobil Bernard ...
Posted Tuesday, July 9th 2013 at 4:19PM
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HBCU Connect in partnership with Atlanta Greek Picnic Weekend recently presented The 2013 HBCU & Black Greek Diversity Career Expo, held in Atlanta, Ga. on June 6th, 2013. ...
Posted Monday, July 8th 2013 at 8:21PM
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Blacks In Technology is the largest online community and organization for engineers and techies of the African diaspora Blacks In Technology has created a one of a kind community whose goal is to increase Visibility, encourage Participation, change Perceptions, and create Solidarity amongst Blacks, ...
Posted Friday, July 5th 2013 at 7:44PM
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Dr. Kassie Freeman, director of strategic innovation at Alcorn State University, attended the XV Comparative Education World Congress held June 24-28, 2013, by the School of Economics, Buenos Aires University, Brazil.
Dr. Freeman served as presid ...
Posted Thursday, June 27th 2013 at 2:47PM
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Grambling State University will host its annual Beacon Awards Gala in early September, honoring individuals and organizations committed to strong character, high ethical standards and the community or university. Nominations are being accepted.
Th ...
Posted Wednesday, June 26th 2013 at 2:54PM
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The Texas State Historical Association’s Handbook of Texas Online, a multidisciplinary encyclopedia of Texas history, geography, and culture, has produced an in-depth online resource detailing the history of African-Americans in Texas.
The Handboo ...
Posted Tuesday, June 25th 2013 at 3:12PM
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Texas Southern University’s Receives $150,000 Grant from W.K. Kellogg Foundation for Climate Education Partnership
The Mickey Leland Center for Environment, Justice and Sustainability, part of the Barbara Jordan - Mickey Leland School of Public A ...
Posted Tuesday, June 25th 2013 at 3:08PM
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President Brown and Distinguished Scholar Evers also among nominees
Alcorn State University is a finalist for 2013 HBCU of the Year. This is the second consecutive year the University has been selected to vie for the top award from the Center for ...
Posted Tuesday, June 25th 2013 at 2:49PM
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What: Signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Savannah State University and Chaitanya College of India
When: 11 a.m., Monday, June 24, 2013, in the president's office on the third floor of Hill Hall
Details: Savannah State Pres. ...
Posted Monday, June 24th 2013 at 4:50PM
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Two Grambling State University students have been awarded News Corporation-United Negro College Fund scholarships as a part of a nationwide competition.
Senior Colin Bryan Jno-Finn and recent graduate Erina L. Love will each receive a $2,500 schol ...
Posted Thursday, June 20th 2013 at 8:34PM
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Students at Johnson C. Smith University’s College of Science, Technology, Mathematics and Science (STEM) are getting a sneak peek into the medical and allied health professions through the CMC-Biddle Point Mentoring and Shadowing Program.
The pil ...
Posted Thursday, June 20th 2013 at 8:14PM
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TMI & Partners, Ltd has internship openings for students who have an interest or experience in Marketing / Promotion and Public Relations. The program runs through the summer, and fall semesters. Candidates must be available at least 15 hours a week.
To apply, students must complete the following ...
Posted Thursday, June 20th 2013 at 3:18PM
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After more than 30 years on the Grambling State University faculty, College of Professional Studies Interim Dean Rama Tunuguntla is retiring, effective June 30.
“We affectionately call him Dean T and Dr. T, and many of our students are saddened as ...
Posted Thursday, June 20th 2013 at 2:46PM
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Wendy's, the third largest fastfood restaurant chain in the world, is being heavily criticized for the way they administer their scholarship program. Apparently the annual program, called Wendy's High School Heisman, only gives scholarships to white ...
Posted Tuesday, June 18th 2013 at 4:12PM
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Courtesy of OnlineCollege.org
We’ve all heard that it’s not what you know but who you know that makes the difference. In the highly competitive job market most new grads are facing today, that couldn’t be more true. Being able to leverage connecti ...
Posted Tuesday, June 18th 2013 at 4:03PM
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The National Science Foundation has awarded Johnson C. Smith University $616,000 in scholarship support for students studying science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). The award will provide 96 scholarships to close the financial gap for stud ...
Posted Monday, June 17th 2013 at 3:41PM
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Grambling State University has been awarded a $1.7 million, five-year grant by the National Institutes of Health to provide graduate degree opportunities to under-represented honors students.
“Cutting across race and ethnicity is low or poor socio ...
Posted Friday, June 14th 2013 at 6:37PM
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As the employer of most African Americans in much of northeastern Louisiana, Grambling State University produces not just undergraduate and graduate students but also a large group of retirees.
Grambling State University President Frank G. Pogue i ...
Posted Friday, June 14th 2013 at 3:50PM
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During May 2013 Commencement exercises, both Oakwood and Hampton Universities honored Oakwood alumnae as their top teachers.
Mrs. Patrice Thomas Conwell (OC '85) received the Teacher of the Year Award at Oakwood University.
Dr. Paula C. Barnes ...
Posted Monday, June 10th 2013 at 6:46PM
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A Bowie State University psychology professor whose interactive online course has enhanced student success rates was named a winner of a 2013 Blackboard Catalyst Award for Exemplary Course Program, recognizing her innovative course design.
Dr. Kat ...
Posted Monday, June 10th 2013 at 6:41PM
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By Alyssa Paddock
Courtesy of The Washington Post
When I was a senior in high school and started considering where I wanted to go to college, racial demographics were never a factor for me. I ended up at Howard University where the majority of students are black and I am among a small minority ...
Posted Tuesday, June 4th 2013 at 2:11PM
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Walla Walla University President John McVay has announced the appointment of David Richardson, Jr. as WWU's new vice president for student life and mission. Richardson, who lives in Riverside, Calif., will begin his duties on July 1.
In this posi ...
Posted Friday, May 24th 2013 at 3:29PM
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The first Faculty and Staff Think Tank continued on May 21 and 22, focusing on different ways to integrate faith into the classroom and office environment.
Speakers included: Ed Zinke, Carlos Fayard, Timothy Standish, Humberto Rasi, Garland Duland ...
Posted Friday, May 24th 2013 at 3:27PM
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