The administrators appointed to new positions are Jazzmine Clarke-Glover at Wagner College, Mary Grimes McGreer at Bowie State University, Mustafa Dualeh at Normandale Community College, Carmen Thompson at Central Baptist College, Nichole Crockrom at Fullerton College, and Doajo Hicks at New Mexico Highland University. The post Six Black Administrators Selected for New Roles at Colleges and Universities appeared first on The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Here is this week’s news of grants or gifts to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education. The post Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans appeared first on The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Each week, JBHE will provide links to online articles that may be of interest to our readers. Here are this week’s selections. The post Online Articles That May Be of Interest to JBHE Readers appeared first on The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education regularly publishes a list of new books that may be of interest to our readers. The books included are on a wide variety of subjects and present many different points of view. The post Recent Books of Interest to African American Scholars appeared first on The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
A group of students at the University of California, Davis have found records of an African American community in California established by formerly enslaved people who were first brought to the state by their enslavers in the mid-1800s. The post University of California, Davis Students Uncover History of a Small African American Settlement appeared first on The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Dr. Boston was a scholar of race and ethnicity studies. At California State University, Sacramento, he directed the Pan-African studies program, as well as the Black Serving Institute Initiative. He also served as editor-in-chief of African and Black Diaspora: An International Journal. The post In Memoriam: Martin Luther Boston appeared first on The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Compared to the mean of medical school matriculants from 2019 to 2023, there was a significant decline in the share of matriculants from racial backgrounds underrepresented in medicine compared to their White and Asian peers. Notably, declines were most pronounced at institutions located in states without prior state-level affirmative action bans. The post How the End of Affirmative Action Impacted Medical School Admissions in 2024 appeared first on The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
“We can’t succeed in a new era with yesterday’s playbook,” says Dr. McCrary. “The National Science Board supports President Trump’s aspiration for Golden Age of American Innovation and will continue to work in partnership with the White House, the Congress, and leaders across business, academia, national security, and state sectors...” The post The University of the District of Columbia’s Victor McCrary Elected Chair of the National Science Board appeared first on The Journal ...| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Today, 64 percent of all U.S. adults think racism against Black Americans is widespread. Black adults are the most likely racial group to agree, with 83 percent holding this sentiment. In comparison, 64 percent of Hispanic adults and 61 percent of White adults say the same. The post Nearly Two-Thirds of All Americans Think Racism Against Black People is Widespread in the United States appeared first on The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
A former president of Morehouse College, Dr. Wilson has conducted extensive research on American higher education, particularly the history and current state of HBCUs. During President Obama's first term, Dr. Wilson was executive director of the White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and University.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
“My commitment is to lead with integrity, champion academic excellence, foster a spirit of collaboration, and drive innovation to meet the ever-changing needs of our students, faculty, and the broader community,” said Dr. Leiba. “Together, I am confident we will continue to build on the legacy of excellence that defines Miami Dade College.”| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
The new deans are Mary McGriff at New Jersey City University, Vaughn Crichlow at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island, Kimberly Jones at Howard University in Washington, D.C., RoSusan Bartee at Prairie View A&M University in Texas, and Kwamie Dunbar at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges has placed Johnson C. Smith University on "probation for good cause" due to concerns with financial mismanagement and failure to comply with federal and state obligations.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Tamara Taggart and Oumar Ba have been selected for endowed faculty appointments at Rutgers University and Cornell University, respectively. Columbia University has named Farah Jasmine Griffin a University Professor, the institution's highest faculty designation.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
A new doctorate in counseling, counselor education, and supervision is coming to North Carolina Central University in the upcoming fall 2025 semester. The program is the second doctoral program offered by the HBCU.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
A team of four Morgan State University graduate students have recently won $100,000 in seed funding for their project, AgroVision. The award-winning venture is as scalable AI-integrated smart farming system that aims to tackle food insecurity, climate volatility, and resource scarcity in framing.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
"Since 1837, HBCUs have served as beacons of hope and bastions of historic excellence, producing leaders, innovators, and changemakers across industries," said Terry Jeffries, executive director of eHBCU and assistant vice president for strategic enrollment management at Delaware State University. "With eHBCU, we're extending this distinguished academic tradition into the digital future—ensuring the next generation has access to this legacy of excellence regardless of where they live."| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Here is this week’s roundup of African Americans who have been appointed to new administrative positions at colleges and universities throughout the United States. If you have news for our appointments section, please email the information to contact@jbhe.com.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Each week, JBHE will provide links to online articles that may be of interest to our readers. Here are this week’s selections.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education regularly publishes a list of new books that may be of interest to our readers. The books included are on a wide variety of subjects and present many different points of view.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Here is this week’s news of grants or gifts to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Patricia Washington McGraw taught at three institutions throughout the state of Arkansas, including the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, where she was hired as the first Black faculty member in 1971.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Black homeownership rates in New York City are plummeting. In response, scholars from Medgar Evers College have announced plans to provide public workshops and legal classes focused on supporting the financial stability of Black New Yorkers.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
A veteran of World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, McKee was the first alumnus to serve as a professor of military science at Virginia State University. In addition to his academic and military service, he was a dedicated supporter of the HBCU's athletic programs.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
When modern social justice issues are framed as attacks on civil rights, Americans of all backgrounds are less likely to support government action. The authors theorize this language evokes memories of the civil rights movement, prompting unfavorable comparisons that may undermine the severity of contemporary problems.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
“CSCU’s public colleges and universities stand at a pivotal moment — one filled with both challenge and tremendous opportunity,” said Dr. Maduko. “Higher education must be a bridge to opportunity, equity, and lifelong transformation — and together, we must ensure those doors remain wide open to all.”| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Notably, the authors found that simply increasing corporate board diversity does not necessarily increase workplace safety. However, their research revealed that when diverse directors are in powerful board positions or on key board committee, their firms' workplace safety increases.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
“ESCC is an exceptional institution, with a dynamic history of creating expanded learning and earning pathways for the citizens of [Virginia's] Accomack and Northampton counties,” said Dr. Minus. “I am honored to join this vibrant community and prioritize strategic efforts that position students for success and enhanced economic mobility.”| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
JBHE is dedicated to the conscientious investigation of the status and prospects for African Americans in higher education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
The data provides evidence that years of engagement and investment has produced a robust HBCU R&D enterprise on pace to deliver a fleet of top-tier research institutions. But, current uncertainty about federal funding of R&D could slow this pace dramatically.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Each week, JBHE will provide links to online articles that may be of interest to our readers. Here are this week’s selections.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education regularly publishes a list of new books that may be of interest to our readers. The books included are on a wide variety of subjects and present many different points of view.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Valerie Smith was named president of Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania in 2015. She will continue in her role through at least June 2027.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Here is this week’s news of grants or gifts to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
A new study from scholars at Harvard, Cornell, and the U.S. Census Bureau has found a significantly smaller economic gap between Black and White millennials from low-income families that has not seen in prior generations.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Here is this week’s news of grants or gifts to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
