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Courtesy of Bowie State University Bowie State University welcomed two distinguished songwriters, Eric Roberson and Maimouna Youssef, to share their expertise and insights with aspiring musicians and songwriters during an exclusive songwriting masterclass at the Fine and Performing Arts Center. Eric Roberson, known for his chart-topping soul hits and poetic lyricism, delved into his creative process, emphasizing the importance of consistency and patience in songwriting. “The reward is guaranteed but it isn’t guaranteed that you’ll see it.” he said.  Roberson also shared stories from his own journey in the music industry, offering invaluable lessons on artistic integrity. Maimouna Youssef, also The post Renowned Songwriters Share Insights at Bowie State University Masterclass appeared first on HBCU News.

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By Evan Castillio North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University (N.C. A&T), one of the country’s historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), is launching a new doctor of nursing practice (DNP) program. Students can go directly from a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) to a DNP without getting a master’s degree. N.C. A&T announced the DNP program Feb. 29 and will start accepting admission applications this fall. The university will be the second HBCU in North Carolina with a DNP program. The other is Winston-Salem State University. A DNP is a terminal degree preparing nurses for advanced clinical practice and leadership, according to N.C. A&T. The degree is The post North Carolina A&T to Launch Hybrid Doctor of Nursing Practice Program appeared first on HBCU News.

Courtesy of Bowie State Universty Bowie State University business students visited the headquarters for the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in Washington, DC on February 27, 2024, to get an up-close look at one of the world’s leading finance organizations.   The visit included a tour of the headquarters and a panel discussion featuring members of the IFC’s leadership staff from different areas such as the investment group, legal department and communications team.  Brandon Williams, an MBA student who will be graduating this spring, called the trip an amazing experience overall that opened his eyes to the possibilities of conducting business on The post Bowie State Business Students Visit IFC Headquarters appeared first on HBCU News.

Courtesy of Morgan State University The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) has selected Morgan State University’s Gonzalo Baptista, Ph.D., as one of its 12 inaugural 2024 ACLS HBCU Faculty Grant awardees. Baptista, an associate professor of Spanish in the College of Liberal Arts Department of World Languages and International Studies, will receive a grant award of $10,000 to support early-stage project development and shorter-term projects related to his research, Analysis of (Mis)representation of Black Bodies in Spanish Museum Iconography, along with access to networking and scholarly programming aligning with his academic goals and institutional contexts. In addition to Dr. Baptista’s award, the University The post American Council of Learned Societies Names Morgan Professor as Inaugural ACLS HBCU Faculty Grant Awardee appeared first on HBCU News.

By Amber D. Dodd Michael Elroy knows a thing or two about being excluded for being gay. “Depending on the generation, there’s so much shame around our community,” McElroy said. “We’ve done such incredible things but at the same time, we’ve replicated and behaviors that were done to us. How do we stop that?” McElroy, who created and directed Sonnets & Soul, asks these very questions in his production. An original musical, it was showcased as part of a alumni reception and panel discussion, entitled “Howard University and a Queer Black Presence” on February 22, 2024. “To have the first The post Queer Black Presence, Prosperity and Performance: Alumni Relations Hosts Panel Discussion on the State of Queer Life at Howard as Musical “Sonnets & Soul” Premieres appeared first on HBCU News.

By Kya Alesandirini Yale University announced it would commit $10 million to HBCUs over the next five years as it establishes the Alliance for Scholarship, Collaboration, Engagement, Networking, and Development, also known as the ASCEND Initiative. The partnership, announced during Black History Month, addresses Yale’s historical association with slavery. The Ivy League institution examined its role in a new book, Yale and Slavery: A History, and announced several initiatives to support the Black community. “This initiative will deepen the relationship between HBCUs and Yale through bidirectional partnerships centered on research, teaching, and access for students,” Yale Provost Scott Strobel and Vice Provost for The post Yale University Announces $10 Million Commitment To HBCUs, Marks Start of New Partnership appeared first on HBCU News.

Written By Quintessa Williams Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) announced Team SAMBAI, a global team led by Melissa B. Davis, Ph.D., director of the MSM Institute of Translational Genomic Medicine, has been awarded a $25 million grant funded by Cancer Research UK and the National Cancer Institute, through Cancer Grand Challenges, to address cancer disparities in populations of African ancestry, becoming the first Cancer Grand Challenge awardee to focus on cancer inequities. Called Team SAMBAI (Societal, Ancestry, Molecular and Biological Analyses of Inequalities), Dr. Davis is leading an interdisciplinary research group from the United States, Ghana, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. The award not only The post Black Woman-Led Team At Morehouse School Of Medicine Secures $25 Million Grant appeared first on HBCU News.

By Matthew Arrojas President Joe Biden is pushing for continued investment in college affordability and access, but to a lesser extent than in past years. Biden released his budget proposal for fiscal year 2025 on Monday. While his higher education priorities like college affordability and support for minority-serving institutions (MSIs) seemingly remain unchanged from past years, his budget notably dials back the sticker price of many of his priorities. He requested a $750 increase to the maximum Pell Grant, which would bring the maximum award to $8,145 annually. For reference, he called for a $820 increase in his fiscal year 2024 budget proposal. The post Biden Budget Proposes Pell Grant Increase, More Money for HBCUs appeared first on HBCU News.

Courtesy of Tuskegee University South Carolina Congressman James Clyburn will be honored at the inaugural Embracing the Legacy Gala for his work on social justice on March 15 at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta. Rep. Clyburn will receive the Monroe Work-Charles Gomillion Award in Social Justice. Monroe Work was a gifted researcher and sociologist who left an indelible mark on our country’s history through his groundbreaking research, which exposed the horrific impact of lynching throughout the South. His work played a pivotal role in creating a national movement to confront this injustice. Educator Charles Gomillion was a dedicated community activist The post Tuskegee University to Honor Congressman James Clyburn During Embracing the Legacy Gala appeared first on HBCU News.

Eddie George became an NCAA football legend at Ohio State University, but he isn’t yet headed back to the Buckeye State. At least not to become the running backs coach for Ohio State football. Currently the Tennessee State University head football coach, Eddie George told long-time Columbus Dispatch reporter Tim May he is not interested in the running backs coach position opening at Ohio State University. Now former Ohio State running backs coach Tony Alford had been with the program for nearly a decade but recently jumped to the other side of the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry when he became the new The post Eddie George speaks on interest in Ohio State RB coach job appeared first on HBCU News.

Written By Pyper Harvey As the founding director of the Howard University Center for HBCU Research, Leadership, and Policy, Melanie Carter, Ph.D., believes strongly in forming scholarly connections through learning. “Teaching fuels all the work that I do,” Carter explained. “The opportunity to engage and learn from burgeoning scholars and higher education professionals elevates my perspectives and keeps me focused on why I chose to be a scholar, researcher, and administrator.” Established in 2021, the HBCU Center seeks to serve as a generator and repository of empirical research that examines issues of significance to HBCUs through collaboration, advocacy, and a The post Founding Director Melanie Carter Enlightens the Path for Black Educators’ Success through the HBCU Research, Leadership and Policy Center appeared first on HBCU News.