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The collaboration among nonprofit entities took center stage during my attendance at the San Francisco Bay View Foundation Nonprofit Boot Camp, held at the Ruth Williams Bayview Opera House on June 28. This enlightening event deepened my insight into...
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Dedicated volunteers at the historic Helping Hand Cemetery in Courtland, which has served the community for 128 years, have successfully identified 100 out of 200 unmarked graves. Their efforts, aimed at honoring Black veterans and prominent communit...
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Dedicated volunteers at the historic Helping Hand Cemetery in Courtland, a site steeped in 128 years of history, have successfully pinpointed 100 out of 200 unmarked graves. This initiative is a heartfelt tribute to Black veterans and influential fig...
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The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges has officially placed Johnson C. Smith University under "probation for good cause." This action arises from serious apprehensions regarding inadequate financial oversight and the...
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Tamara Taggart has been appointed to an endowed faculty position at Rutgers University, while Oumar Ba has received a similar honor at Cornell University. Additionally, Columbia University has elevated Farah Jasmine Griffin to the esteemed title of U...
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North Carolina Central University (NCCU) is set to introduce a pioneering doctorate program in counseling, counselor education, and supervision beginning in the fall semester of 2025. This initiative marks the institution's second doctoral offering,...
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A group of four graduate students from Morgan State University has recently secured $100,000 in seed funding for their innovative project, AgroVision. This commendable venture presents a scalable smart farming system powered by artificial intelligenc...
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In a heartfelt collaboration between the Cousinz Festival and Dominion Energy, significant home renovations were provided to Norfolk’s Staten family, just as the summer heat begins to set in. This initiative underscores the festival’s deepening dedic...
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"Established in 1837, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have long been symbols of optimism and pillars of exceptional achievement, cultivating leaders, innovators, and catalysts for change in various sectors," stated Terry Jeffries...
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This week’s edition highlights African Americans who have recently taken on new administrative roles at various colleges and universities across the United States. These appointments showcase the ongoing efforts towards inclusivity and representation...
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NASHVILLE, TN — Head men's basketball coach of Tennessee State University, Brian “Penny” Collins, has resigned immediately to take on a coaching role in the NBA. During this transition period, assistant coach Erik Buggs will assume the position of in...
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A towering seven-foot bronze monument honoring the legendary Tina Turner is slated for installation in Heritage Park, located in Brownsville, Tennessee. This initiative underscores the city’s commitment to celebrating the legacy of one of its most il...
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Nationwide protests against President Donald Trump are set to occur on July 17, coinciding with the anniversary of civil rights leader John Lewis's passing. Dubbed “Good Trouble Lives On,” these demonstrations reflect a broader resistance movement ag...
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Dr. Richard A. Singletary, the esteemed founder of the African Art Museum in Portsmouth, has sadly passed away at the age of 84. A devoted educator, accomplished musician, and passionate cultural scholar, he leaves behind an enduring legacy defined b...
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Dr. Richard A. Singletary, the visionary behind Portsmouth’s African Art Museum, and a dedicated educator, musician, and cultural scholar, has sadly passed away at the age of 84. His departure marks the end of an era characterized by a remarkable leg...