Category : Education

Music & Culture: Philadelphia Black Music Archive Opens at Temple University

The Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection at Temple University in Philadelphia has unveiled a new archive focused on the historical narrative of Black musicians in the city. Dubbed the Philadelphia Black Music Archive, this initiative stems fr...

South Carolina State University Welcomes Three New Administrators

Tiera Williams has been appointed as the director of residence life and housing, marking a pivotal role in enhancing student accommodations. Concurrently, Rocky Simmons takes on the position of director of corporate, foundation, and community relatio...

Tracking Diversity: Racial Representation of Senior Staff in U.S. House Positions

Among the 1,244 senior staff roles within the U.S. House of Representatives, only 77 are occupied by Black Americans, representing a mere 6.2 percent of the total elite staff members in personal and committee offices. Significantly, more than 94 perc...

Joyce Ester Takes the Helm as Governors State University's Seventh President in Illinois

"I am thrilled to be a part of GovState's ambitious vision and mission alongside a vibrant community comprising students, staff, faculty, and dedicated supporters," expressed Dr. Ester. "In unity, we shall persist in nurturing an atmosphere character...

New Study Reveals Half a Million Black Americans Displaced by Gentrification Since 1980

Research conducted by the authors indicates that gentrification in the United States, dating back to the 1980s, has resulted in the displacement of approximately 500,000 Black Americans. More than 500 predominantly Black urban communities have felt t...

Danville Community College in Virginia Welcomes President Cornelius Johnson

"I am both thrilled and honored to be named the new president of this esteemed college," expressed Dr. Johnson. "DCC boasts a profound legacy and a solid groundwork in its workforce and transfer initiatives, serving as an essential institution for ou...

How Black Americans Perceive Retirement Security, According to New Study

African Americans perceive retirement in a fashion akin to their counterparts with similar financial resources. Nonetheless, they are more prone to encounter challenging debt circumstances, experience reduced income levels, retire ahead of their plan...

Academic Leadership Expands as Five Black Scholars Appointed Deans

In a significant shift within higher education leadership, several prestigious institutions have appointed new deans. Keisha Pollack Porter assumes her role at Johns Hopkins University, located in Baltimore. Cora Bragg Thompson takes on her new respo...

New Study Uncovers Discrepancies Between Americans' Race and Ethnicity Claims and Their Genetic Heritage

A comprehensive analysis involving over 2 million genetic variants from more than 230,000 individuals in the United States highlights that subcontinental genetic ancestry might serve as a more effective approach to uncovering health disparities than...

Teresa Hardee Steps Up as President of Bennett College in North Carolina: A New Era Begins

Teresa Hardee has recently taken on the position of interim president at Bennett College, a prominent historically Black liberal arts institution for women located in Greensboro, North Carolina. Currently, the college serves around 200 female undergr...

New Research Uncovers Alarming Racial Disparities in Drug Overdose Mortality Rates Across the U.S.

In the United States, drug overdose fatalities have seen a decline since 2022, primarily attributed to a notable drop among White Americans. However, the trend starkly contrasts with the experiences of Black Americans and Native Hawaiian and Pacific...

Five Top Level Black Scholars Appointed as Deans at Leading Universities

Recent academic appointments have been announced, with notable figures taking on significant roles across several prominent institutions. Kamau Siwatu joins the faculty at Texas Tech University, while Georgia State University welcomes Courtney Anders...

Miles College Chosen to Launch Innovative AI-Driven Mentorship Initiative

MentorPRO, an innovative mentorship platform driven by artificial intelligence, is set to launch at Miles College in Alabama. This initiative will be managed by the 2150 Center for Innovation, Commercialization, and Growth, which is part of the histo...

Welcoming Diversity: Three Black Educators Land New Roles at HBCUs

Kisha Cunningham Aites has been appointed as an associate dean at Savannah State University, while Archie Williams takes on a similar role at Alcorn State University. Additionally, Bracy Martin has assumed the position of interim director of bands at...

Charles R. Drew University Partners with Los Angeles Mission College for Exciting New Transfer Agreement

Starting in the Fall of 2025, individuals who earn their associate's degree from Los Angeles Mission College and fulfill the necessary admission criteria will automatically secure a spot at Charles R. Drew University. Additionally, full-time transfer...