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A simple conversation nearly 12 years ago between a father and his daughter has sparked a transformative movement, culminating in a generous laptop giveaway at Elizabeth City State University. On September 11, the nonprofit organization Eliminate the Digital Divide visited the Ridley Student Center to distribute over 200 fully refurbished laptops to incoming freshmen, ensuring […]
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On Tuesday, September 10, South Carolina State University honored one of its alums, Johnnie Mae Lee, as she celebrated her remarkable 103rd birthday. Lee is SC State’s oldest living graduate. Her birthday was marked with celebrations surrounded by family, including her sister Sarah Garrison, Class of 1955, and her niece Shari Garrison Brown, Class of
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In a historic move for collegiate athletics, the Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association has welcomed Morgan State University as its newest member institution. With this addition, Morgan State becomes the 12th member of the nation’s oldest wrestling conference and the first Historically Black College and University to join since the EIWA was founded in 1904. The
Charlie M. Barnes, a devoted alumnus of Alabama A&M University, is making headlines with his philanthropic efforts aimed at supporting future generations of students. Last spring, during the 2024 Commencement ceremonies, Barnes returned to campus alongside his classmates to celebrate the Golden Celebration of the Class of 1974. This reunion not only highlighted their shared
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Bowie State University recently welcomed FICO, a global leader in analytics software, for its Annual Educational Analytics Challenge. Over 50 students engaged in a program focused on utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence to combat financial fraud, a growing issue that cost U.S. consumers over $10 billion last year alone. Scott Zoldi, chief analytics officer
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Two alumnae from Alabama A&M University returned to campus recently to recruit talented students for internships and careers at General Mills. Dawn Nash, a graduate of the classes of 2020 and 2021, along with Dr. Fredreana Hester, who earned her degrees in 2013 and 2016, visited as part of the company’s commitment to fostering new
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The legacy of trailblazing mathematicians Katherine Johnson and her fellow “Hidden Figures” was celebrated on Sept. 18 during a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony in Emancipation Hall at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center. This event commemorated their extraordinary contributions to NASA and paid tribute to the late Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson, who championed the legislation that
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The Jackson State University men’s basketball team secured a significant addition to its roster with the commitment of local standout Mike Williams. Mike Williams is the son of JSU head basketball coach Mo Williams. He announced his decision via a post on his Instagram account. The high school baller expressed gratitude for the journey that
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The extraordinary journey of Dr. Ernest ‘Rip’ Patton, Jr., a dedicated alumnus of Tennessee State University and courageous Freedom Rider, was commemorated in Nashville as the city celebrated the opening of the Dr. Ernest Rip Patton, Jr. North Nashville Transit Center. This $16.9 million project is a testament to Patton’s unwavering commitment to justice and
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Tennessee State University marked a significant milestone at its 20th Annual Small Farm Expo as it celebrated the reopening of three vital facilities that were devastated by the 2020 tornadoes. The event featured a ceremonial ribbon-cutting for the Controlled Environment Agriculture Research and Education Greenhouse, the Agriculture Education Center, and the Pavilion—integral components of TSU’s
