The film, Opportunity, Access, & Uplift: The Evolving Legacy of HBCUs, focuses on students at Delaware State University and Dillard University, showcasing their experiences of campus life and providing insights into HBCU history. The post PBS Releases New Documentary on the Experiences of HBCU Students appeared first on The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Here is this week’s roundup of Black scholars who have been appointed to new faculty 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 post Eight Black Scholars Appointed to New Faculty Positions appeared first on The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
“This collaboration connects classroom learning with hands-on technology evaluation in the Cornell Agriculture System Testbed and Demonstration Site's farm environments,” said Dr. Shahidul Islam, a professor at historically Black University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. “Together, UAPB and Cornell are building pathways for students and producers to engage with cutting-edge agricultural research." The post University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and Cornell University to Collaborate on Digital...| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Currently serving as assistant director of student media at Florida Atlantic University, Wright is the founder of the ReNews Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to restarting dormant student newspapers at historically Black colleges and universities and Hispanic-serving institutions. The post Florida Atlantic University’s Wesley Wright Recognized by the Society for Professional Journalists appeared first on The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
The new agreement will provide Tennessee State University students studying human performance and sports science with hands-on training opportunities in athletic training and sports medicine at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The post Vanderbilt University Partners With Tennessee State University for Sports Medicine Training appeared first on The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education.| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
The appointments are Max Ferguson at Grambling State University in Louisiana, Darryl Mace at Rider University in New Jersey, Akua Johnson Matherson at Talladega College in Alabama, Michael McClellan at Chaffey College in California, and LeAndrea Mikell at Savannah State University in Georgia. The post Five 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
Through a new partnership with Western University of Health Sciences, students at historically Black Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science in Los Angeles now have access to a streamlined admissions process into WesternU's doctor of podiatric medicine degree program. The post New Partnership Creates Pathway to Careers in Podiatric Medicine for Charles R. Drew University Students 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 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
Johnson C. Smith University Has Been Placed on Probation by Accrediting Agency| 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
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
In Memoriam: Curtis Johnson| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Recent Books of Interest to African American Scholars| 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
Black Men Remain Underrepresented in the Physician Assistant Profession| The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Huge Enrollment Decline at Historically Black Tennessee State University| 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