In an editorial published by the Baltimore Sun yesterday, three of Maryland’s four historically black college presidents rejected a proposal from the University of Maryland System to remedy its decades-long maintenance of a ‘separate but equal’ system of higher education for black and white students.
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At 22, Jalaal Hayes Becomes Delaware State's Youngest Doctoral Graduate
Delaware State University history during its Dec. 20 Commencement Ceremony when it conferred a Ph.D. degree to its youngest-ever doctoral candidate.
Non-Black Student Enrollment Gains Net Jackson State $24 Million
A landmark desegregation lawsuit filed more than 40 years ago will again reap benefits for Mississippi’s flagship historically black college, as Jackson State University will receive a $24 million boost to its endowment for meeting court-mandated racial enrollment standards.
Elizabeth City State Chancellor Stacey Franklin Jones Resigns
Elizabeth City State University Chancellor Stacey Franklin Jones will resign from the university on Dec. 31, less than 18 months after being appointed to the position.
North Carolina A&T Captures HBCU National Title in Celebration Bowl
Tarik Cohen rushed for 295 yards and touchdowns of 83, 74 and 73 yards Saturday, and North Carolina A&T used a slew of big plays for a 41-34 win over Alcorn State in the Celebration Bowl at the Georgia Dome.
Tuition on the Rise at Mississippi HBCUs, Public Colleges
Tuition will be going up at Mississippi’s eight public universities in fall 2016, after College Board trustees gave final approval to the increase Thursday.
HBCU Seasons Greetings
Historically black colleges and universities nationwide send seasons greetings. Submit your school’s holiday card for consideration by tweeting us at @HBCUDIGEST.
North Carolina A&T Nursing Program Reinstated
The University of North Carolina Board of Governors voted unanimously last week to lift its suspension on admission of students to North Carolina A&T State University’s School of Nursing traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) entry option.
Bethune-Cookman Honors Anti-Lynching Activists at Record-Breaking Commencement
Bethune-Cookman University set a new record for fall graduates at last week’s commencement ceremony, awarding degrees to more than 240 new Wildcat alumni.
Oakwood Launches Stop Out Debt Amnesty Program
Oakwood University recently announced the launch of a new financial aid program designed to engage students who have stopped-out to return and complete their degrees.
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