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Jackson State University biology grad selected for cancer training program at Harvard Medical School

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Jackson State University spring 2011 biology graduate Dorothy Ndishabandi has been selected to participate in a summer program at the Harvard Medical School Comprehensive Cancer...

Executive Director of HBCUs Challenges Texas Southern University Students to “Make a Difference”

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Texas Southern University’s May 2011 graduates were the recipients of a powerful commencement speech delivered by John Silvanus Wilson, Jr., Executive Director of the...

Become Familiar……Know Your Roots? by April Thornton

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By: April C. Thornton Racial identity has been a manifesting issue on HBCU campuses. The formal term African American is used to classify the race...

Saint Paul’s College Board of Trustees elects new Executive Officers

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Saint Paul’s College Board of Trustees has elected new Executive Committee Officers who will serve effective July 1, 2011. Dr. Oliver W. Spencer, Jr.,...

Virginia Union University Received National Recognition for Community Service, Named to President’s Honor Roll

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Richmond, VA– Virginia Union University has been named to the 2010 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the highest federal recognition a college...

Virginia State University Golfers win PGA Minority Collegiate Championship

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Virginia State University’s golf team won its first-ever Division II Title at the 25th PGA Minority Collegiate Golf Championship at Port St. Lucia, FL on...

Experienced Former President Picked to Lead Norfolk State University

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Norfolk, Va.— On Friday, April 22, the Norfolk State University Board of Visitors announced that Tony Atwater, former president of Indiana University of Pennsylvania...

Hampton University Museum Presents “Corapeake: A Small Community on the Verge of Change”

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Hampton, Va. - Corapeake: A Small Community on the Verge of Change will be on display at the Hampton University Museum from June 5 - Nov....

Three BSC Students to Travel to Quebec for Study of Political & Cultural Identity...

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(Bluefield)—On May 14, as more than 350 Bluefield State College graduate, three BSC freshmen will be making a trip "North of the Border."  The...

Alumni of Hampton University Class of 2010 gives Back to Africa

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When asked his mission, he explained: I am trying to get the word out about my social work overseas as an attempt to spark HBCU...

TOMS shoes: Look the Part, Play a Part by The ProFashional

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What’s the rave about TOMS shoes? I’ve seen so many people rockin’ them until I just couldn’t help but to stop and ask this...

Stylish Buzz of the Week: Kiara from Morgan State University by The Profashional

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Name: Kiara Classification: Freshman Repin’: Morgan State University Describe your style: vintage, preppy, sleek Kiara’s style is very feminine, comfortable and classy. It’s a perfect example of versatility and to...

FAMU Unveils the William Patrick Belin Endowed Plaque and Recognition Wall

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — One year after the death of William Patrick Belin, Florida A&M University (FAMU) President James H. Ammons was accompanied by Patrick’s...

Educators at Bowie State University & U.S. Education Secretary Encourages Students to Teach

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U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan praised teachers from around the state and country during a town hall meeting Tuesday afternoon at Bowie State University...

Howard University senior’s initiative gives bookbags to kids

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While many students are planning their summer getaways, one college senior from Fresh Meadows is helping less fortunate students pack their bags for the fall semester. Liane...

Three Delaware State University Students Receive the William P. Frank Scholarship

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Three Delaware State University mass communication students have been selected to receive the William P. Frank Scholarship, which is awarded to Delaware students for...

Talladega College Trustee Takes the Golden Ride

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Trustee Hank Thomas travels as the national spokesperson for the Freedom Riders Talladega, Alabama—It has been an eventful year for Talladega College Board of Trustee...

Stillman College President and Faculty Featured in Inaugural Publication for the State

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Birmingham, Alabama—Stillman President Ernest McNealey, along with faculty members Dr. Linda Beito, Dr. Rosianna Gray and Dr. Luvada Harrison, attended the unveiling reception for...