Category: Black Education

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.

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Land a Paid Internship & Gain Valuable Work Experience! lululemon is excited to announce their IDEA Global Internship Program is open for applications! This is a fantastic opportunity for HBCU students/alumni to gain valuable work experience in a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications close on March 18th (or sooner if spots fill up). Apply now!

Courtesy of Bowie State University Four Bowie State University business students went to southern California for the Experian’s #IYKYK Pitch Competition and brought back $40,000 for a winning plan for a business venture that would help students pay off their student loan debt within five years of graduation.   Co-sponsored by the Center for Financial Advancement Credit Academy, the second annual competition was designed to drive meaningful change to one of the biggest financial challenges for young adults: student loans.  Taylor Payton, Jazmin Feliz, Lauren Kelly and Calvin Charles defeated teams from North Carolina A&T and Alabama State University during the The post Bowie State Wins $40,000 Experian Pitch Competition appeared first on HBCU News.

Courtesy of Morgan State University Bolstered by three consecutive academic years of historic enrollment nearing 10,000 students and a strong fiscal standing, Morgan State University has received affirmation of its A1 issuer rating by Moody’s Investors Service (Moody’s), reflecting a stable outlook for the institution’s financial future. The rating, which builds upon affirmations from recent years, underscores Morgan’s continued legislative support in the form of operating and capital funding from the AAA-rated State of Maryland. As a result, Morgan has become one of the nation’s most financially stable and highest-rated Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Moody’s assessment of Morgan’s financial health highlights The post Moody’s Affirms Morgan State University’s Positive Outlook, A1 Rating Maintained appeared first on HBCU News.