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1st National HBCU Symposium On Digital Innovation & Learning

Written By Lexx Thornton A landmark gathering dedicated to advancing student success across HBCUs and partner institutions. The symposium, sponsored by the US Department of Commerce / Connecting Minority Communities (CMC) / National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Grant, will be held on November 6–7, 2025, at Lincoln University, Pennsylvania—the nation’s first degree-granting HBCU. This […]

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Rev. Dr. Earle J. Fisher, Professor And New Dean Of Chapel, Bridges Religion, Hip Hop, And Culture

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Written By Lexx Thornton LeMoyne-Owen College was a launching pad for Rev. Dr. Earle J. Fisher’s journey from joining the college as a student majoring in computer science to discovering a connection and passion for ministry. Now, Rev. Dr. Fisher serves as Professor of Religious Communication and Africana Studies and was recently appointed as the

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Fort Valley State University BSN Program Earns Official Accreditation

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Written By Lexx Thornton Fort Valley State University’s (FVSU) Department of Nursing has achieved a historic milestone: its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program has received official accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). This recognition is poised to significantly strengthen the pipeline of qualified nurses serving rural and underserved communities

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JSU Student Malik Alexander Mentors Global Youth at The New York Times Summer Academy

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Written By Lexx Thornton Jackson State University senior Malik Alexander spent his summer immersed in one of the world’s most diverse journalism programs, serving as a Program Counselor at The School of The New York Times’ NYC Summer Academy. The Dallas native was instrumental in guiding a globally diverse cohort of high school students through

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HBCUs Lead in AI Adoption, New Ellucian Report Reveals

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Written By Lexx Thornton New Ellucian, UNCF, and Huston-Tillotson University report shows HBCUs leading in AI engagement, alongside concerns around access, cost, and equity. Ellucian, the leading higher education technology solutions provider, the United Negro College Fund’s (UNCF) Institute for Capacity Building, and Huston-Tillotson University (HTU) today released The Shift Ahead: HBCUs, Artificial Intelligence, and

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Miles College Partners with NVIDIA to Advance AI Education

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Courtesy of Birmingham Times Miles College will collaborate with NVIDIA Corporation, the world’s most valuable publicly traded company, to integrate AI across academic programs, faculty research and community engagement on the Fairfield campus, The Birmingham Times has learned. NVIDIA, which is investing more than $100 billion globally in artificial intelligence, will also provide access to resources, frameworks and development

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JSU Senior Camrynn Wimberly Presents Groundbreaking Research at International Political Science Conference

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Written By Lexx Thornton Jackson State University (JSU) senior Camrynn Wimberly recently achieved a significant milestone, presenting her research at the prestigious American Political Science Association (APSA) Conference in Vancouver from September 11–14. The Political Science major from Hattiesburg, Mississippi, was one of only seven students nationally selected to present their work at the international

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FVSU Drives the Future Inaugural EV Awareness Conference a Major Success

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Written By Lexx Thornton Fort Valley State University (FVSU) proudly hosted its inaugural Electric Vehicle (EV) Awareness Conference on Thursday, September 25, showcasing the future of transportation and sustainable energy. The dynamic event was a powerful collaboration between FVSU’s Cooperative Developmental Energy Program (CDEP), the University of Georgia’s Georgia Network for Electric Mobility (UGA-GNEM), and

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JSU Leads the Way First Immersive ChatGPT Workshop Draws Hundreds to Campus

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Written by Lexx Thornton Jackson State University (JSU) solidified its commitment to innovation in July 2025 by hosting its first immersive ChatGPT workshop, a collaborative effort with the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN) and OpenAI Academy. The landmark event successfully gathered nearly 500 participants from Mississippi’s education, workforce, and government sectors for a full day

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FAMU’s Black Archives Secures $500,000 Federal Grant to Expand Digital Access

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Written By Lexx Thornton Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) Meek-Eaton Black Archives, Research Center, and Museum (MEBA) has been awarded a significant $500,000 grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) through its Museum Grants for African American History and Culture program. This achievement marks MEBA’s second IMLS award in three years, cementing its

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