Francena McCorory former Hampton University Athlete qualified for semifinals at Olympics 2012
Two women with local ties qualified this morning for the semifinals in the women’s 400-meter track event at the Olympics, according to the London...
The Cheyney University Concert Choir to Perform at 175th Anniversary Gala
The Cheyney University Concert Choir will perform under the direction of Marques L. A. Garrett at the 175th Anniversary Gala on October 18 6 - 9 pm...
No Magic Pill; WSSU and other UNC System institutions Needs the Money
There is no quick fix. WSSU and other UNC system institutions need money to make the vital repairs to their infrastructure. But they are...
Michael Tinsley JSU alum advances to semi-final in 2012 Olympics
Former Jackson State star Michael Tinsley advanced to Saturday’s semifinals of the men’s 400-meter hurdles as track and field opened today at the Summer...
UPDATE: Chavis Carter Shot Dead After Police Stop
Chavis Carter, a 21-year-old, was shot in the head during an arrest made on Saturday night in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Officers say Carter was...
Eight More Ways Women Will Benefit Under Obamacare Starting Tomorrow
When an Obamacare regulations goes into effect tomorrow, 47 million women will benefit from the guaranteed coverage of preventive services — including contraception coverage — without co-pays. The...
Apple iPhone 5 ‘$800’ rumor sparks Twitter fury
A rumor that Apple's next generation of the iPhone would cost $800 has sparked fury among Twitter users, but there is no clear indication...
FAMU celebrates the opening of its new healthcare center
Today, Florida A&M University and the City of Crestview officially opened the FAMU Rural Diversity Healthcare Center in Crestview, Fla.
“This year, FAMU celebrates its...
Michelle Obama visits NC to encourage Nov. turnout
First lady Michelle Obama campaigned Wednesday in the political battleground state of North Carolina, urging a supportive crowd to get out the vote for...
Greenfield speaks at the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities CADE Summer Meeting
Dr. Derek Greenfield, director of Diversity and Equity Engagement at Alcorn State University, served as a keynote speaker today at the Association of Public...
Reynold Verret Named Savannah State University Vice President for Academic Affairs
Savannah State University President Cheryl D. Dozier has named Reynold Verret, Ph.D., as vice president for Academic Affairs effective Aug. 6.
As Savannah State’s chief...
WSSU Takes Relationship with Chinese University to the Next Level
Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) has established a dual degree program in nursing with Hubei University of Chinese Medicine.
Dr. Brenda Allen, WSSU provost, and Dr....
Atlanta region shoots down transportation tax
Now that a proposed penny sales tax to fund billions in transportation projects in metro Atlanta has failed, solutions to easing gridlock in the...
TSU Names New Dean of Graduate Studies and Research
Dr. Michael E. Orok has been named the new Dean of Graduate Studies and Research at Tennessee State University. Orok is a longtime educator...
Hampton University hosting national computing conference Aug. 11-13
Hampton University is hosting a computing conference next week that encourages women and minorities to enter the field.
The seventh annual Students & Technology in Academia,...
Aggies Schedule First Practice
GREENSBORO, July 31, 2012 - The 2012 North Carolina A&T football season starts in 31 days. The Aggies will have to take a few more...
Zimbabwean Businessman Promises $6.4 million for African Students to Attend Morehouse College
Zimbabwean Businessman Promises $6.4 million for African Students to Attend Morehouse College
Strive Masiyiwa , Zimbabwean-born businessman and philanthropist, is making dreams into a reality...
Meharry Medical College Physician: New President of the National Medical Association
Dr. Rahn Kennedy Bailey, associate professor and chairman of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Meharry Medical College, will be installed as...
