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From Spelman to Sam’s Club: The Long Game Behind Latriece Watkins’ Rise to CEO

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When Latriece Watkins was named President and CEO of Sam’s Club, the announcement moved quickly across the business world. A Spelman College alum taking the helm of one of the most powerful membership-based retailers in the country is notable, but the real significance of this moment lies in what came before it. Watkins’ rise is […]

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Morris Brown College Reinstates President Dr. Kevin E. James After Board Reversal

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Morris Brown College has reinstated Dr. Kevin E. James as president just days after his sudden removal, reversing a decision that briefly disrupted leadership at one of the nation’s most closely watched HBCUs. The reinstatement follows an internal determination by the Board of Trustees that the earlier termination did not follow the procedural requirements outlined

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Morris Brown President Kevin James Fired By Board

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Morris Brown president fired amid leadership shakeup at historic HBCU In a move that has stunned the HBCU community, the Morris Brown president fired Dr. Kevin E. James after the Board of Trustees abruptly terminated his contract, triggering widespread concern about governance, timing, and institutional stability at one of the nation’s most closely watched historically

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​HBCU Alumna Returns as Associate Vice President for Athletics

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Virginia State University has appointed Tiffani-Dawn Sykes as the new associate vice president for intercollegiate athletics. Sykes, an alumna, brings over 20 years of experience in college sports to her alma mater. “I am honored to return to Virginia State University, where Greater Happens Here, as the Associate Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics,” said Sykes.

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HBCU Welcomes Dr. Marc Newman as First Chief Advancement Officer

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Hampton University has appointed Dr. Marc Newman, a Grambling State University alumnus, as its first Chief Advancement Officer. This new position follows a nationwide search to improve the university’s institutional advancement and fundraising tactics. A renowned leader in the development of higher education, Dr. Newman brings to Hampton a wealth of expertise and a stellar

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HBCU Professor Elected President of Southern Political Science Association

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Dr. Byron D’Andra Orey, a political science professor at Jackson State University, has been elected president of the Southern Political Science Association. In his new role, Orey now leads one of the nation’s oldest and largest political science organizations. “Being elected president of the is a profound honor that reflects the trust and confidence my

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HBCU Chairman Joins Elite Texas Lyceum Board

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With his official appointment to the Texas Lyceum Board of Directors, Brandon L. Simmons, the chairman of the Texas Southern University’s Board of Regents, has joined a prestigious group committed to influencing the direction of leadership in the Lone Star State. Simmons took the oath of office on Jan. 31, 2025, as a member of

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Black Excellence: HBCU Alumni Shaping Our Future Today

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As Black History Month unfolds, the spotlight shines brightly on numerous historical figures who have shaped the narrative of the African American experience, from activists like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks to cultural icons such as Maya Angelou and James Baldwin. However, reflecting on the past, it is equally important to recognize

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HBCU Alumnus Set to Lead National Association of Student Affairs Professionals 

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Voorhees University is celebrating a significant milestone as Adrian West, its vice president for student affairs, prepares to assume the presidency of the National Association of Student Affairs Professionals during the organization’s annual conference, scheduled for Feb. 16-20 in Houston, Texas. West’s ascension follows his election as president-elect in February 2023, marking a pivotal moment

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Dr. Jermaine Whirl Appointed President of Savannah State University

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This week, the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia announced the appointment of Dr. Jermaine Whirl as the university’s next president, effective April 1, 2025. Whirl, an experienced educational leader, succeeds interim President Cynthia Robinson Alexander, who has led the institution since July 2023. Dr. Whirl has nearly two decades of experience

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