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NASA Launches Plans to Support Minority-Serving Institutions
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration recently launched an equity action plan with steps to offer more resources and opportunities...
Michelle Obama Launches HBCU Voter Registration Challenge
Former first lady Michelle Obama and basketball player Chris Paul, co-chairs of the organization When We All Vote, have launched a voter registration challenge for HBCU students.
An Online Hub for Learning and Community Building
The United Negro College Fund is launching a new online learning platform where HBCU students and scholars at different institutions across the country can learn and connect.
‘If I’m Hungry, the Last Thing I’m Worried About Is Physics II’
A new survey of nearly 5,000 students at historically Black colleges and universities found that they faced food shortages and unstable housing and experienced homelessness during 2019–20.
NCAA Adopts New Constitution, Policies for Trans Athletes
The NCAA ratified a new constitution Thursday despite objections from members who feel it concentrates too much money and power in the hands of Division I colleges.
Opinion
Reading ‘The State Must Provide’ Through a DE&I Lens
Why every educator should read this excellent new book about the history and impact of America’s HBCUs.
A Debt Long Overdue
A recent report found that the state of Tennessee owes between $150 million and $544 million in land-grant funds to Tennessee State University. Lawmakers have known about the underfunding for decades.
Google CEO to Meet With HBCU Presidents After Racism Allegations
Google CEO Sundar Pichai will meet with five presidents of historically Black colleges and universities next week after two former...