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Voorhees University President Ronnie Hopkins Receives Five-Year Contract Extension

“Leading Voorhees University is both an honor and a calling,” said Dr. Hopkins. “I am deeply grateful to the board of trustees for their continued trust and partnership. Together, we will continue building on this momentum — expanding opportunity, strengthening outcomes, and advancing Voorhees to the next level of excellence.”

Tuskegee University to Launch Online Global Campus

Launching in the fall 2027 semester, the Tuskegee University Global Campus will offer undergraduate and graduate degrees in an online platform designed to support non-traditional learners and students facing financial barriers.

Kentucky State University Approved to Offer New Graduate Degree in Sports Analytics

“This new program is built to balance academic foundations with practical application,” said Patrese A. Nesbitt, assistant professor of exercise science. “Students will learn to turn complex information into clear insights that support better decisions — whether they’re working in athletics, education, or another sector where data is shaping strategy and outcomes.”

In Memoriam: Norman C. Francis, 1931-2026

Norman C. Francis served as president of historically Black Xavier University of Louisiana for nearly five decades. When he retired in 2015, he was the longest-tenured university president in the United States.

Four African Americans Selected for Administrative Positions at HBCUs

The appointments are Linell J. Jefferson III at North Carolina Central University, Raymon Hicks at Savannah State University in Georgia, Todd Greene at Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, Jarrod Benjamin at Albany State University in Georgia.

Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans

Here is this week’s news of grants or gifts to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Joins Statewide Initiative in Inclusive Postsecondary Education

Alongside Arkansas State University-Jonesboro and Arkansas State University-Mountain Home, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is participating in a statewide initiative to expand postsecondary opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Voorhees University Partners With Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology in Kenya

Going forward, the two partnering institutions plan to collaborate on academic staff training, faculty and student exchanges, online courses, internships, and research opportunities in a myriad of STEM fields.

Central State University in Ohio Launches New Student Writing Center

Faculty and staff at historically Black Central State University in Ohio have created a new Writing Center to provide students with consistent writing help from peer tutors and faculty members.

Six Black Administrators Appointed to New Roles at HBCUs

The appointments are Ashley Conner at Edward Waters University, Erin Wiggins Gilliam at Albany State University, Aristide J. Collins Jr. at Howard University, Jalen R. Baker at Livingstone College, Leslie D. Rose at Xavier University of Louisiana, and Marc DeWitt at Central State University.

Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans

Here is this week’s news of grants or gifts to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.

Crystal Burns Is the Inaugural Executive Director of the Tri County HBCU Alliance

The Tri County HBCU Alliance serves students, families, and alumni of historically Black colleges and universities in Chester, Lancester, and York Counties of South Carolina. An alumna and former member of the board of visitors at Virginia State University, Crystal Burns is the alliance's inaugural strategic leader.

Alabama A&M University Joins Multi-Institution Initiative in Quantum Technology Research

Alongside the University of Alabama at Huntsville, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Oak Ridge Associated Universities, and several industry partners, Alabama A&M University is a founding member of the Southeastern Quantum Collaborative, a new initiative designed to advance quantum information science and technology research across the Southeastern United States.

Charles R. Drew University Launches Support Program for Biotechnology Entrepreneurs

“At CDU, we see innovation as both a responsibility and an opportunity,” said Monica Ferrini, dean of the HBCU's College of Science and Health. “This program strengthens pathways to economic mobility, reinforces the university’s role as an anchor institution, and ensures that innovation reflects and uplifts the communities it is meant to serve.”

New $144 Million Facility to Expand Student Housing at Morehouse and Spelman Colleges in Atlanta

Two historically Black liberal arts institutions in Atlanta, Morehouse College and Spelman College, are jointly constructing a new $144 million, 450,000 square-foot residence hall that will provide housing for 800 students.

Higher Education Gifts or Grants of Interest to African Americans

Here is this week’s news of grants or gifts to historically Black colleges and universities or for programs of particular interest to African Americans in higher education.

Tubi to Launch New Channel Showcasing HBCU Filmmakers

Shelia Eldrige, an alumna of Howard University, recently collaborated with Tubi to launch the “HBCU First Look” channel, which will showcase films made by HBCU students and alumni.

Tougaloo College Announces Three Finalists for President

Historically Black Tougaloo College in Mississippi has announced a field of three finalists to become the fifteenth president of the educational institution. In March, a candidate is expected to be chosen to become president.

Annice Yarber-Allen Named Provost of Albany State University

Originally trained as a social worker, Dr. Yarber-Allen has worked in higher education for over two decades. Her prior experience includes academic leadership roles with Auburn University at Montgomery and Columbus State University.

Barber-Scotia College Has “Completely Run Out of Money”

Chris V. Rey, president of Barber-Scotia College in Concord, North Carolina, recently announced that the HBCU has “completely run out of money.” Employees at the college, including President Rey, will not receive a paycheck for the month of January.
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In Memoriam: Norman C. Francis, 1931-2026

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Norman C. Francis served as president of historically Black Xavier University of Louisiana for nearly five decades. When he retired in 2015, he was the longest-tenured university president in the United States.

Eric Wilcots to Lead the University of Wisconsin-Madison

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A faculty member since 1995, Dr. Wilcots currently serves as dean of the University of Wisconsin-Madison's College of Letters & Science. He is slated to become the institution's interim president on May 17.

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