Category: Black Education

Courtesy of Hampton University Taraji P. Henson, The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation (BLHF), Kate Spade New York and Hampton University celebrated the opening of the campus’s ‘She Care Wellness Pod,’ an extension of the program launched earlier this year that aims to reach over 25,000 Black women on HBCU campuses with frontline mental wellness care. In April 2023, BLHF and Kate Spade New York first teamed up to create more access to culturally competent mental health resources for women and girls by jointly launching the first-of-its-kind program, which was concepted by actor, filmmaker, and founder of The Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation, Taraji P. Henson, and Tracie The post Taraji P. Henson, the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation, and kate spade New York Open the Second She Care Wellness Pod at Hampton University Campus in Hampton, Virginia appeared first on HBCU News.

By Jessica Washington A chorus of prominent Black progressive leaders have spent the last month urging a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Many of them have criticized the administration’s response to the crisis — questioning how the White House can continue to back the actions of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Since the Oct 7 terrorist attack, which killed 1,200 people, Israel’s bombing campaign in Gaza has killed over 11,000 Palestinians, including over 5,350 children. “I’ve spent a lot of time trying to do the political calculus on this. And I think at a certain point, we have to just stop and say, “They The post WH Press Sec. Addresses Prominent Black Leaders Calling For A Ceasefire appeared first on HBCU News.

By Nyah Peebles The Washington Commanders have signed former Bowie State University defensive lineman, Joshua Pryor to its practice squad. The team signed him as a free agent following the draft and invited him to a minicamp but he was released at roster cutdowns before the season started. According to HBCU Gameday, Pryor played in 49 games during his four seasons and recorded 34 solo tackles (55 total) and 9.5 sacks in his debut season at Bowie State. “At the end of his illustrious career with the Bulldogs Pryor compiled 245 total stops, 77 tackles for loss, 32 sacks, three pass breakups, five The post Washington Commanders Sign Bowie State Stand Out appeared first on HBCU News.

Since 1876, Stillman College has impacted preparing leaders to drive for change. You, too, can make a difference for 1 day, 8 hours, and 76 minutes. The Give1876 effort allows the community to make a significant impact by contributing to more than 30 programs and student organizations. Dr. Yolanda W. Page, Stillman College president, said the event holds immense significance as the institution celebrates its 147th anniversary. “It’s a day of unity, purpose, and the opportunity to invest in the future of our institution,” said Page. “Every donation, no matter the size, contributes to our mission of providing a world-class The post Give1876: A Countdown to Excellence Celebrating 147 Years at Stillman College appeared first on HBCU News.

After years of supporting HBCU causes on and off the court, Chris Paul is finally set to graduate from one. The future Basketball Hall of Famer and current Phoenix Suns guard will take part in commencement ceremonies at Winston-Salem State University on Friday morning.

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By Sydney Haywood and Joe Fryer Jonathon Heyward’s career is full of accomplishments, but it has also been marked by what he describes as “serendipitous moments.” Heyward, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra’s new musical director, said he started playing the cello at age 10 because there were too many students at his performing arts school in Charleston, South Carolina, who wanted to play violin. “The violin line was completely out the door and no one was in the cello line,” Heyward said. “I was ready to go home.” Heyward said this brief moment of childhood impatience expanded into a love of the instrument, setting The post New symphony director breaks ground in Baltimore in signature Chuck Taylors appeared first on HBCU News.

By Nyah Peebles LeBron James’ talk show, “The Shop UNINTERRUPTED,” is hitting the road and visiting three HBCUs this homecoming season. “The Shop UNINTERRUPTED,” is an unfiltered discussion featuring some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment. LeBron James and a variety of special guests gather in various barber shops to speak honestly on sports, music, pop culture, and more. The show will make appearances at Tennessee State University, Hampton University, and North Carolina A&T University during each school’s homecoming week. ‘The Shop’ co-creator Paul Rivera revealed to Andscape, that those universities were chosen for a specific reason. “We selected these three schools for various reasons, The post LeBron James’ Show ‘The Shop’ To Film At Three HBCUs This Fall appeared first on HBCU News.

Courtesy of Tuskegee University Tuskegee University’s Ninth President Charlotte P. Morris, who has served the university for almost 40 years in different capacities, will retire as planned next spring. During her tenure, she led the development of the five-year strategic plan, which set the university’s direction, and celebrated a very significant increase in research grants awarded to the university  ̶ including some focused on health disparities for African Americans in general and others targeting cancer in the Black community. The Board of Trustees has hired an executive search firm to conduct the search for the university’s 10th president with particular interest The post Tuskegee University President Charlotte P. Morris to Retire appeared first on HBCU News.

By Kyra Purvis, Those living in Calhoun County, Alabama have received increased access to affordable health care. The St. Michael’s Medical Clinic has been expanded and is now the Dr. David Satcher and St. Michael’s Medical Clinic and Community Learning Center. The expansion comes from investments made by the city of Anniston and Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center (RMC) Health Systems. The new clinic opened its doors to the public on November 6 at its new location on Mulberry Avenue. The clinic is categorized as a free and charitable clinic, meaning all services are offered at no cost to the patient. The post Anniston Community Sees Expansion in Affordable Health Care appeared first on HBCU News.