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HBCU Launches Initiative to Transform Financial Literacy and Empower Generational Wealth

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In an ambitious effort to bolster financial literacy and investment opportunities, Hampton University is proud to announce the expansion of its groundbreaking Hampton Investment Program in collaboration with Stackwell, a pioneering fintech platform focused on narrowing the racial wealth gap. Originally launched in 2022 for first-year students, the program has now broadened its reach to […]

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Dr. Joyce Shirazi Co-Chairs Effort to Develop a Roadmap that Boost HBCU Research Capacity

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Courtesy of Hampton University In an effort to strengthen the U.S. science and technology workforce, a coalition of engineering leaders from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and major research institutions recently released a report on how to work together to expand research programs at HBCUs. Joyce T. Shirazi, dean of the School of Engineering,

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HBCU Dean Joins Virginia’s New AI Task Force

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Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced the formation of a new AI Task Force, as mandated by Executive Order 30, in a significant step toward positioning Virginia as a leader in the field of artificial intelligence. Among its ten distinguished members is Dr. Isi Ero-Johnson, dean of the School of Science at Hampton University, who will

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HBCU World Wildlife Fund Launch Environmental Journalism Scholarship

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In a groundbreaking initiative to foster the next generation of environmental journalists, the World Wildlife Fund has announced a partnership with Hampton University’s Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications. This new scholarship and mentorship program revealed during a virtual Student Town Hall at the Robert P. Scripps Auditorium, aims to amplify diverse voices in

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Hampton University Appoints Three Industry Titans to Board of Trustees

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Courtesy of Hampton University Hampton University is proud to announce the appointment of three accomplished professionals to its Board of Trustees, further fortifying the institution’s strategic vision. Attorney Michele Lawrence Jawando, alumna and senior vice president at Omidyar Network; Melonie Parker, alumna and chief DEI officer at Google; and Charles H. Whiteman, Ph.D., dean emeritus at Penn State Smeal College of Business, join the board with

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HBCU Students Launch Innovative Digital Absentee Voting Guide to Boost Voter Participation

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Students at Hampton University’s Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications introduced a pioneering digital Absentee Voting Guide to enhance civic engagement and streamline the process. This comprehensive tool is designed to assist citizens across all 50 states and the District of Columbia in securely submitting their absentee ballots before the upcoming elections. A Collaborative

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Hampton University Launches 68 Oak Collective to Empower Student-Athletes

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In a groundbreaking move for its athletics program, Hampton University has officially launched the 68 Oak Collective, designed as the university’s primary Name, Image, and Likeness platform. This innovative initiative aims to streamline support for student-athletes by allowing fans and donors to contribute directly to NIL efforts, enhancing athletes’ opportunities and overall collegiate experience. The

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Hampton Names Trent Boykin Head Coach of Pirate Football

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In a pivotal move for the Hampton University football program, Trent Boykin has officially been named the head coach following an announcement via the university’s football X account on Oct. 15. This decision comes as the Pirates seek to build on their recent successes under Boykin’s leadership. Boykin, who has accumulated 28 years of collegiate

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