Donald Trump Admits He Knows Nothing About Black Lives Matter…But We Already Knew That
In a Fox News interview over the weekend, Donald Trump admitted what many voters already knew — he doesn’t understand the Black Lives Matter movement. When asked his thoughts on what has arguably become the largest civil rights movement in recent decades, Trump responded that he knows “nothing about it.
2015 HBCU All-Stars: The White House Initiative Names 83 Students
The White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (WHIHBCUs) has announced its 2015 HBCU All-Stars, recognizing 83 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students for their accomplishments in academics, leadership, and civic engagement. The All-Stars were selected from more than 450 students who submitted applications that included a transcript, resume, essay, and recommendation.
Commemorating 52nd Anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom
During the past two weeks two great persons in the struggle against injustice, both of whom I knew, passed away. First was Julian Bond at the age of 75, the other was Louis Stokes, a 15-term former congressman from OH. He died at the age of 90. The death of these two social justice and political warriors were on my mind as I realized that next week our will be the 52nd anniversary of the August 28th, 1963 March On Washington For Jobs and Freedom.
JCSU Continues Partnership with AM 1450 WGNC
The 1,000 watt station, located in nearby Gastonia, N.C. reaches into the Charlotte market and provides JCSU with another valuable tool to highlight Golden Bulls Athletics. WGNC Owner and General Manager Scott Neisler once again looks forward to the start of football season. “We’re excited to continue our partnership with JCSU athletics and to the start of the upcoming football season,” he said.
Tyrese Pays For Student’s Morehouse Tuition
Actor-singer Tyrese Gibson is paying it forward by offering $50,000 towards a young man’s college education. Lorenzo Murphy, 21, known for his inspirational messages as “Zo the Motivator” on Instagram, was given one year’s tuition by Gibson and will be attending Morehouse College this fall. On his Instagram account, Gibson credits radio host Tom Joyner as his inspiration for funding Murphy’s tuition. Joyner was recently honored by BET with the Humanitarian Award for his foundation, which supports HBCUs.
HBCU Alignment: 5 Critical Areas that Need Adjustments
As a stalwart advocate and supporter of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), I have been thinking a lot lately about what ails this sector of the academy and what can be done to enhance its relevance, responsiveness and competitiveness.
An Open Letter to the Class of 2016
Dear Graduate,
I am writing this missive because it is important to pass along information that may help you avoid pitfalls including making choices that have unintended consequences. Unfortunately, when I completed my bachelors degree at Cheyney University no one provided me with a road map or a detailed outline. In retrospect, I would have benefited from insight from a college graduate offering advice on a variety of issues including the importance of financial literacy, networking and long-term planning.
Golden Bull Football Practice Report #1, 8/13/15
Following a brief hydration break, the team took part in the "county fair" segment of practice, where players rotated through several agility stations. Following another hydration break, they were brought together for several team style drills before ending the first day.
The Golden Bulls will hit the field on Friday afternoon, Aug. 14 for day two of helmet only drills.
Google Is Embedding Engineers At HBCU Campuses To Fix Tech’s Diversity Problem
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (AP) — Howard University freshman Alanna Walton knew something was different about the professor teaching her introduction to computer science course.
First, there was her name: Professor Sabrina. She was an African American woman, kept office hours until 2 a.m. if that’s what it took to see everyone, and had an additional title: Google In Residence.
“It was an awesome class,” said Alanna who has already chosen her major at the Washington D.C.-based university: computer science.
Why Don’t HBCU Alumni Give Back?
For my first Easter Sunday in New York, I drove to Queens with my significant other to spend the holiday with a fellow alum from Tennessee State University. She and I met through our alma mater’s local chapter. After eating, laughing and chatting, the women headed to the kitchen to help clean up while the men sat in the other room discussing sports and politics. Ms. Betty graduated from TSU in the ‘60s, and I four decades later. Somehow while washing dishes and scooping out ice cream for dessert the conversation led to HBCUs and alumni giving.