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The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education showcases diverse new books, reflecting varied perspectives. Opinions in these books don't represent JBHE's editorial stance. Click titles for details or purchase on Amazon. As an Amazon Associate, JBHE earns...
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This week's updates highlight significant grants to historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). South Carolina Coalition for Higher Education in Prison received $1.3 million, Stillman College $250,000, Bethune-Cookman University $100,000, N...
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Dr. Kenneth B. Chance, Sr., the inaugural Black dean of Case Western Reserve's School of Dental Medicine, is set to resign on December 31. Appointed in 2014, he enhanced the school's technology, fundraising, and outreach. Previously, he led Meharry M...
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On February 25, Northwestern University premiered a documentary spotlighting Black women faculty's journeys. Hearing Silences chronicles their history, starting with Joyce Hughes, the first Black woman tenured at Northwestern. Ava Greenwell and Diana...
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Crystal Fletcher now leads new student and family programs at North Carolina Central University. With six years at NCCU, her previous roles include Duke University positions.
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Virginia Military Institute's board voted to not renew Maj. Gen. Cedric T. Wins' contract, its first Black superintendent. Wins, who served four years, faced challenges addressing racial intolerance issues. Despite political accusations, his military...
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A Duke University study refutes the transgenerational slavery trauma theory, attributing Black-White health disparities to present-day structural racism. The research found no evidence of epigenetic inheritance over generations, emphasizing the immed...
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Mark Johnson, now the tenth president of Louisiana Christian University, previously taught at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He brings his rich experience as pastor and chaplain to the role. His educational background includes degrees from
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Carnegie Mellon University's study reveals NFT avatar race influences pricing, with Black avatars valued 30.7% less. Tech-linked traits reduce these disparities. Despite assumptions, young investors' biases persist. Scholars propose creators adopt po...
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Alvin R. Washington becomes Southern University Law Center's chancellor. A faculty member since 2003, he manages the mediation clinic and teaches various law courses. His career spans military and civil service, including roles as a Naval JAG officer...
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Alvin R. Washington, now Southern University Law Center’s chancellor, began as a Naval JAG officer. He oversees the mediation clinic, teaches legal courses, and serves as an adjunct professor. Washington’s extensive career includes roles with the Nav...
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The USDA briefly halted its 1890 National Scholars Program but quickly resumed it after criticism. Targeting rural students, it offers scholarships at historically Black universities. Initially ending March 1, applications now close March 15. More in...
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Siobahn Day Grady leads the new Institute for AI and Equity at North Carolina Central University. A faculty member since 2019, she teaches information science and co-directs the Center for Data Equity
