What we know A suspect has been apprehended and four people treated for non-life-threatening injuries following a shooting in Timberview High School in Arlington, Texas this morning. Timothy Simpkins has […]
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HBCU DIGEST: Pennsylvania lawmakers eye funding model that could harm Cheyney, Lincoln
Legislators in Pennsylvania’s House of Representatives are debating a rebooted funding model for higher education, which could potentially harm public historically Black institutions in the state. From the Patriot News: […]
K:12 DIGEST: The economics of COVID in Florida K-12 schools
One of the more remarkable elements of Florida’s positioning on COVID-19 response and the fight against mitigation mandates is that the state is fully willing to starve other elements of […]
HBCU DIGEST: The Alabama A&M presidential search delivers the unexpected
Philander Smith College President Roderick Smothers, we’re sure, never imagined that he would be the sole catalyst to change the fortunes of two HBCUs in a single day. But with […]
HIGHER ED DIGEST: Finalists announced for Marshall presidency
Marshall University has announced five finalists for its presidential vacancy, with several candidates boasting ties to academic affairs and one alumnus with corporate ties. From the Charleston Gazette Mail: Dr. […]
HBCU DIGEST: Philander Smith Extends President Roderick Smothers for Five Years
Philander Smith College President Roderick Smothers has accepted a unanimous offer from the institution’s board of trustees of a five-year contract extension, and will withdraw as a finalist in the […]
HBCU DIGEST: Why is the media working so hard this week to shut down HBCUs?
Within the last two weeks, local media in two HBCU cities have alleged that their anchor institutions are on the verge of closing. In Frankfort, Kentucky, a complicated financial crisis […]
WATCH: UDC School of Law launches partnership with Black woman-owned apparel company
University of the District of Columbia School of Law Dean Renee Hutchins, Director of Development Adeshola Akintobi, and District of Clothing CEO Dionna Dorsey share details on an innovative partnership […]
WATCH: Div9ne Fitness owners talk outreach to HBCU, Pan-Hellenic communities
The owners of a Greek-themed fitness franchise discuss building a brand with HBCU roots, the technical elements of becoming a licensed vendor for Pan-Hellenic organizations, and their plans for future […]
HIGHER ED DIGEST: September 27, 2021
Policy New Jersey Congressman introduces bill to increase transparency in student aid displacement Today, Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03), introduced two bipartisan bills to improve transparency in student financial aid. The […]
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