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Courtesy of Bowie State University Bowie State University’s Philanthropy Fellows program has been on a growth fast track since its launch in the fall of 2022 more than doubling the number of students in this year’s cohort and the number of non-profit organizations participating. There are eight master’s of public administration students and six non-profit organizations participating in the initiative this year versus three fellows and non-profits last year.  “I believe the Bowie State program can be a game changer for Black talent in philanthropy,” said Ken Jones, senior vice president and chief operating officer of the MacArthur Foundation. “The The post Bowie State’s Philanthropy Fellows Program Grows Rapidly appeared first on HBCU News.

By Andrew Skerritt Florida A&M University (FAMU) alum ABC News President Kimberly Godwin has been announced as the keynote speaker for the Fall Commencement ceremony. During the 6 p.m. December 15 ceremony, Godwin, a graduate of the FAMU School of Journalism & Graphic Communications (SJGC) who has become one of the most powerful executives in American media, is expected to receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters. “As a proud Rattler, I am deeply honored to deliver the Fall 2023 commencement speech,” said ABC News President Kim Godwin. “I first set foot on campus as a shy 16-year old, but FAMU The post FAMU Announces Alum ABC News President Kim Godwin as Fall Commencement Speaker appeared first on HBCU News.

Courtesy of Morgan State University Moving one step closer to the realization of the construction of a state-of-the-art facility to house STEM programs, Morgan State University today revealed designs for its new estimated $342-million Science and Research Complex, slated to open in fall 2027. The Architect of Record (AOR) is Moody Nolan, Inc., the nation’s largest African-American-owned architecture firm, in collaboration with two associate architects, Cannon Design and K. Dixon Architecture. The design showcases a modern facility equipped with the latest technological features for advanced instruction, very high research activity, and scientific discovery. The eight-story, 246,000-gross-square-foot structure will be situated near the corner of E. Cold The post Morgan State, Moody Nolan Unveil Official First Look at New Science Complex appeared first on HBCU News.

By Stephen J. Gaither Former South Carolina State University player and coach Joel Taylor has been named head football coach at West Georgia. Taylor, who most recently served as defensive coordinator at Mercer, was introduced as West Georgia head coach on Tuesday. “Coach Joel Taylor possesses all the qualities necessary to be an incredibly successful head coach at our level. We are thrilled to have Joel and his wife, Mechelle, join us here. He is a brilliant coach, extremely driven, incredibly focused, and a remarkable leader of young people,” West Georgia AD Jason Carmichael said in a release. “Coach Taylor The post South Carolina State University alumnus hired as FCS head coach appeared first on HBCU News.

Written by Felecia M. Nave, Fred A. Bonner and Chance Lewis Numerous reports assert that the United States must increase its production of highly educated workers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields in order to maintain its competitive edge in the global marketplace (Committee on Equal Opportunities in Science and Engineering 2004; National Science Foundation (NSF) 2006a, b; Southern Education Foundation, 2005). Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have an established and commendable record graduating African-American students in STEM fields. They are best suited to assist the United States in meeting its STEM workforce needs. According to the Thurgood The post African-American Students’ Academic Achievement in STEM at HBCUs appeared first on HBCU News.

Written By the Morehouse School of Medicine The Satcher Health Leadership Institute (SHLI) at Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) today expanded its Health Equity Tracker, launching a new module to track and identify cardiovascular medicine adherence gaps among Medicare beneficiaries. This new module is the first of its kind to depict publicly available medicine adherence data at the state level in a comprehensive interactive platform. “Black, Native American, and Hispanic and Latino communities have the highest rates of cardiovascular illnesses nationwide, yet they disproportionately lack access to lifesaving medicines that can prevent these illnesses,” said Sandra Harris-Hooker, PhD, Senior Vice President for External Affairs and The post Satcher Health Leadership Institute at Morehouse School of Medicine Launches New Health Equity Tracker Module to Track Cardiovascular and HIV Medicine Adherence appeared first on HBCU News.

Written By Bowie State University Students interested in learning more about risk management, insurance and the career opportunities available in the rapidly expanding industry can now enroll in a new course for the spring semester. Principles of risk management and insurance (FINA – 400) will introduce students to the sector and provide them with an overview of the varied positions that they can fill in the upcoming years. The course will also enable students to understand how to evaluate insurance options for their personal lives. Offered by the College of Business, the course is open to all students interested in The post Risk Management & Insurance Course Offered by College of Business appeared first on HBCU News.

Courtesy of Fort Valley State University Fort Valley State University is proud to announce that Rose M. Holton, MD, a distinguished alumna and accomplished anesthesiologist, will be the commencement speaker for the upcoming graduation ceremony on Saturday, December 9. In addition, Alonzo E. Jones Sr., MD, FACC, distinguished alumnus and prominent physician specializing in cardiovascular disease, will be awarded an honorary doctorate degree during the ceremony. The 2023 fall commencement ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m. in the Health and Physical Education (HPE) Complex. Guests are asked to be seated by 9 a.m. All graduates participating in the ceremony will receive The post FVSU Announces Fall 2023 Commencement Speaker and Honorary Doctorate Recipient appeared first on HBCU News.

The College Board on Wednesday released an updated framework for its new Advanced Placement African American Studies course, months after the non-profit testing company came under intense scrutiny for engaging with conservative critics. The revision includes more material on topics including the Tulsa Race Massacre, Black culture’s influence on film and sports, and discriminatory practices related to housing, known as redlining. The new framework will be used when the course officially launches next academic year. The course gained national attention early this year when Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, now a Republican presidential candidate, said he would ban the course in The post College Board revises AP Black history class set to launch in 2024 appeared first on HBCU News.

Written By Jim Trotter On a Saturday afternoon, in a homecoming game that was draining emotionally and physically, members of the Alabama State football team found a burst of adrenaline when the clock reached zeroes and a victory over host Jackson State was complete. The Hornets sprinted to midfield at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Stadium and mockingly waved goodbye to the home crowd, savoring their payback to a Jackson State team that ruined their homecoming the previous year. It was all good-natured pettiness until a player grabbed a giant ASU flag and pretended to plant it on the Jackson State logo.Suddenly, The post Jackson State has moved on from Deion Sanders, but his shadow still lingers appeared first on HBCU News.

By Natasha Singer Trying to obtain an internship at a leading tech company or start-up can be a depressing quest for many college students, requiring a sustained, semester-long effort — often with little to show for it but a slew of rejections. Now Bowie State University, a historically Black university in Bowie, Md., has created its own internship placement program. And it does not require undergraduates to jump through standard Silicon Valley hoops, such as spending countless hours studying for company coding tests or taking high-pressure technical assessments while a tech company interviewer looks on. “To be honest with you, The post This Historically Black University Created Its Own Tech Intern Pipeline appeared first on HBCU News.

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.