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​HBCU Alumna Returns as Associate Vice President for Athletics

Leadership, Tiffani-Dawn Sykes, Virginia State University /

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

Byron D’Andra Orey, Jackson State University, Leadership, Southern Political Science Association /

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

Brandon L. Simmons, Leadership, Texas Lyceum Board of Directors, Texas Southern University, Texas Southern University Board of Regents /

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 

Adrian West, Leadership, National Association of Student Affairs Professionals, Voorhees University /

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

Jermaine Whirl, Leadership, Savannah State University, Valdosta State University /

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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Huston-Tillotson Alumnus Marcus Jones Returns as New Chaplain

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Huston-Tillotson University is excited to announce the appointment of Reverend Marcus Jones as its new university chaplain. An esteemed alumnus and dedicated minister, Rev. Jones brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to community engagement, spiritual development, and student mentorship to his new role. A native of Dallas, Texas, Rev. Jones graduated from

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Rashida Jones Steps Down as President of MSNBC After Pioneering Tenure

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Rashida Jones, the first Black executive to lead a major U.S. television news network, announced her resignation as president of MSNBC, effective March 2025. For four years, she led the prominent channel through a turbulent yet triumphant era. Jones announced the news during a meeting with top MSNBC anchors and staff on Tuesday morning. She

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Bennett College President Suzanne Walsh Steps Down

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Bennett College has announced that President Suzanne Elise Walsh, JD, will step down from her role effective June 30, 2025, following a transformative tenure marked by significant achievements and strategic advancements. Appointed in 2019, Walsh has steered Bennett through an extraordinary period of change, helping the college shift from a critical to a stable status.

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