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Courtesy of Bowie State University Bowie State University is offering students another route to a career in the medical field with a new bachelor’s degree program in health services administration, which is designed for students who want to work in healthcare but may not want to enter as a physician or nurse. The program would help bolster a healthcare industry that has found itself in a state of flux in recent years, even before the COVID-19 pandemic. As people live longer, the need for healthcare services increases and current medical professionals across the industry are experiencing burnout as they work The post Bowie State Rolls Out New Health Services Administration Program appeared first on HBCU News.

Several exceptional Morgan State University students have earned national recognition distinctions to mark the beginning of the fall 2023 academic year. These scholars are shining examples of Morgan’s commitment to fostering excellence, as they embark on prestigious fellowships that promise to enrich their academic journey, receive invaluable experiences, and benefit from scholarships supporting their matriculation here at the National Treasure. This collection of scholars will represent Morgan on a grand stage underscoring the ambition, intellectual curiosity, and academic achievement of Morgan’s diverse student body. “We are immensely proud of these scholars and their remarkable achievements,” said Hongtao Yu, provost and The post Morgan Scholars Recognized Nationally Receiving Esteemed Fellowships and Scholarship Awards appeared first on HBCU News.

By Helen Branswell Here are two things that are true. The world needs more effective flu vaccines. And pharmaceutical companies that learned of the vaccine-making power of the messenger RNA platform during the COVID-19 pandemic need new markets for their technology. With the heydays of Covid vaccine sales in the rearview mirror, the flu vaccine market, with its antiquated production process that mainly relies on growing viruses in hen’s eggs, seems an obvious candidate for a shake-up. The manufacturers have noticed, with Pfizer, Moderna, GSK, and Sanofi all working on mRNA flu shots. GSK and Sanofi are already major producers The post Is the Flu Shot Market a Slam Dunk for mRNA Vaccines? Experts Aren’t So Sure appeared first on HBCU News.

Written By Florida A&M University Florida A&M University celebrated its first Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Football Championship with a 35-14 win over Prairie View A&M University at Bragg Memorial Stadium Saturday, Dec 2. The Championship win sets the stage for FAMU to face Howard University at the Cricket Celebration Bowl in Atlanta noon on December 16.Saturday’s victory caps an undefeated SWAC season and a remarkable year for the University – breaking into U.S. News & World Report Top 100 National Public Universities at No. 91; No. 3 among all Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), the highest ranked public HBCU The post FAMU Defeats Prairie View A&M To Win First SWAC Football Championship appeared first on HBCU News.

Written By Fort Valley State University Fort Valley State University (FVSU) and the University of Georgia (UGA) College of Pharmacy signed an agreement allowing FVSU undergraduate chemistry students to have a streamlined approach for admission into UGA’s Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program. Kelly Smith, Pharm.D., dean of UGA’s College of Pharmacy; Olufunke Fontenot, Ed.D., FVSU’s provost; and Fares Howari, Ph.D., dean of FVSU’s College of Arts and Sciences, signed the articulation that provides students with a guided pathway into UGA’s four-year curriculum. The initiative, coined the “3 + 4” program, allows students to gain an earlier start in this critical The post FVSU, UGA College of Pharmacy Partner to Support Future Pharmacists appeared first on HBCU News.

Benny The Butcher – the Grammy-Nominated and Emmy-Award-winning member of Buffalo’s acclaimed Griselda collective – unleashes a new single and music video entitled “One Foot In” ft. Stove God Cooks, produced by HIT-BOY, via Def Jam Recordings.  “One Foot In” turns up the volume and sets the stage for the release of the Butcher’s highly anticipated new album EVERYBODY CAN’T GO, arriving on January 26, […] The post Benny The Butcher Drops New Single, Announces Release Date For Def Jam Debut Album first appeared on The Source. The post Benny The Butcher Drops New Single, Announces Release Date For Def Jam Debut Album appeared first on The Source.

In an unexpected turn of events, Chicago-based rapper GAWNE finds himself achieving an unforeseen milestone by dropping a collaborative song with none other than NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal. The journey began with a surprise DM from the towering 7’1″ basketball icon in September 2023. Fast-forward through a whirlwind of freestyle exchanges and a spontaneous trip […] The post Chicago Rapper GAWNE Drops Unlikely Collaboration with NBA Legend Shaquille O’Neal in Surprise Release first appeared on The Source. The post Chicago Rapper GAWNE Drops Unlikely Collaboration with NBA Legend Shaquille O’Neal in Surprise Release appeared first on The Source.

Grammy-award-winning producer Mike WiLL Made-It and multi-platinum rapper MoneyBagg Yo took center stage at the Milwaukee Bucks vs. Indiana Pacers game in the T-Mobile Stadium in Las Vegas. The duo graced the courtside seats to debut their latest collaboration, “Now or Neva,” the official NBA anthem for ESPN’s in-season tournament. The track premiered this week […] The post Mike WiLL Made-It and MoneyBagg Yo Sit Courtside at NBA In-Season Tournament After Dropping “Now or Neva” for ESPN first appeared on The Source. The post Mike WiLL Made-It and MoneyBagg Yo Sit Courtside at NBA In-Season Tournament After Dropping “Now or Neva” for ESPN appeared first on The Source.

Today, Pharrell Williams joins Swae Lee and Rauw Alejandro for their much-anticipated new single, “Airplane Tickets.” The track debuted on Nov. 30th at Williams’ Louis Vuitton Men’s Pre-Fall 2024 Runway Show in Hong Kong. Accompanying the song is the official music video, directed by Maxime Quoilin and produced by the Good Company. Filmed in various […] The post Pharrell Williams, Swae Lee, and Rauw Alejandro Drop New Single “Airplane Tickets” first appeared on The Source. The post Pharrell Williams, Swae Lee, and Rauw Alejandro Drop New Single “Airplane Tickets” appeared first on The Source.

Grammy-winning producer Southside has released the highly-anticipated second single, “Gimme Da Lite,” featuring Lil Yachty, from his upcoming album. Originally teased at ComplexCon and Camp Flog Gnaw, the track is a captivating two-minute sprint, showcasing Southside’s masterful production skills perfectly complemented by Lil Yachty’s distinctive augmented arpeggios and vibrant flows. Directed by Zhamak Fullad, the […] The post Southside Drops New Single “Gimme Da Lite” Featuring Lil Yachty first appeared on The Source. The post Southside Drops New Single “Gimme Da Lite” Featuring Lil Yachty appeared first on The Source.

Virginia-based rapper Wildboy, alongside Rob49 and fellow YWR emcee Fatty, has dropped their dynamic new track, “Rich Vultures.” The VHS-style visual, directed by Nsightz, highlights Wildboy’s growth as a lyricist, showcasing his ability to stand alongside some of the industry’s emerging talents. The music video features appearances from Pretty Savage and Young Crazy. The trio’s […] The post Wildboy, Rob49, and Fatty Unleash Fiery Collaboration “Rich Vultures” first appeared on The Source. The post Wildboy, Rob49, and Fatty Unleash Fiery Collaboration “Rich Vultures” appeared first on The Source.

French Montana, the Bronx hip-hop veteran, has unleashed his latest single, “Okay,” featuring Atlanta trap sensation Lil Baby. This collaboration marks the first meeting of these two hip-hop titans and is part of French Montana’s upcoming project, Mac & Cheese 5, the fifth and final installment in the acclaimed mixtape series. The mixtape solidifies French […] The post French Montana New Single “Okay” Featuring Lil Baby from Upcoming Mixtape ‘Mac & Cheese 5’ first appeared on The Source. The post French Montana New Single “Okay” Featuring Lil Baby from Upcoming Mixtape ‘Mac & Cheese 5’ appeared first on The Source.