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TMCF PRAISES CONGRESS AND THE BIDEN ADMINISTRATION FOR INVESTMENTS IN HBCUs AND LOW-INCOME STUDENTS IN THE OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS BILL

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Washington, March 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) applauds Congress and the Biden Administration for making historic investments into Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and low-income students in the FY22 Omnibus Appropriations (budget) Bill signed by President Biden today.

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  • Washington, March 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) applauds Congress and the Biden Administration for making historic investments into Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and low-income students in the FY22 Omnibus Appropriations (budget) Bill signed by President Biden today.
  • Other material changes include increases to: (i) TRIO; (ii) the FSEOG Grant program; and (iii) the Federal Work Study Program.
  • The investments included in this bill again demonstrate the commitment that Congress and the Biden Administration have to HBCUs and their students, said TMCF President and CEO Dr. Harry L. Williams.
  • That is why I am excited to announce that the Fiscal Year 2022 omnibus appropriations package further demonstrates our commitment to HBCUs.

UNCF Reimagines Online Education with HBCUv Platform

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022

ATLANTA, GA, March 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) and Deloitte Digital, the experience consultancy, today announced plans for a new online platform for community learning, HBCUv.

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  • ATLANTA, GA, March 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) and Deloitte Digital, the experience consultancy, today announced plans for a new online platform for community learning, HBCUv.
  • The platform is part of an ambitious strategic initiative to reimagine online education in partnership with historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs).
  • HBCUv will provide best-in-class remote education, community engagement, and career pathways to students seeking an HBCU education.
  • UNCF discovered that while current learning management systems do a good job at bringing education online, they do it in a way that is too cumbersome for instructors and students unfamiliar with online learning.

ThisWay Global's Angela Hood Appointed To Collegiate/Strategic Advisory Board of Consort Institute at Clark Atlanta University (HBCU)

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022

"It's such a great honor to guide Consort Institute, Clark Atlanta University, and the other HBCU's, in their use of technology to identify highly qualified but overlooked talent," said Hood.

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  • "It's such a great honor to guide Consort Institute, Clark Atlanta University, and the other HBCU's, in their use of technology to identify highly qualified but overlooked talent," said Hood.
  • Through her advisory role, Consort Institute at Clark Atlanta University will expand their highly successful technology program by implementing an unbiased selection process for their students.
  • "Consort Institute at Clark Atlanta University is leveraging the technology and knowledge gained from working with Angela Hood and ThisWay Global so that our students outperform their peers, becoming top wage earners and positive community influencers.
  • In 2021 Consort Institute started its collaboration with Clark Atlanta University, the largest HBCU in Georgia, to open the Center for the Workforce Development.

The Kemper Foundation Launches Next Generation Kemper Scholars Program With Multi-Year $4.5 Million Commitment

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022

The Kemper Foundation announced today that it has committed $4.5 million to the next generation of its Kemper Scholars Program.

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  • The Kemper Foundation announced today that it has committed $4.5 million to the next generation of its Kemper Scholars Program.
  • The program also provides financial grants to professors pursuing academic initiatives and to on-campus diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) programs.
  • In addition, The Kemper Foundation will partner with Kemper Corporation to offer over 325 internships to partner schools over the next five years.
  • To learn more about The Kemper Foundation and the Kemper Scholars Program, visit The Kemper Foundation website .

Black Women in Clinical Research Is Reshaping the Industry as Drastic Change to Clinical Research Occurs

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Sunday, February 20, 2022

Black Women in Clinical Research and its affiliate organizations, Black Men in Clinical Research and Minorities in Clinical Research, are becoming a growing force for outreach, mentorship, and diversity across the country.

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  • Black Women in Clinical Research and its affiliate organizations, Black Men in Clinical Research and Minorities in Clinical Research, are becoming a growing force for outreach, mentorship, and diversity across the country.
  • She has 15 years of experience in science and 5 years of clinical research experience.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220219005007/en/
    There are 8,000 members in all areas of the organizations and 6,200 in Black Women in Clinical Research.
  • Black Women in Clinical Research, Black Men in Clinical Research, and Minorities in Clinical Research will remain committed to excellence and creating pathways to support some of the best and brightest professionals.

BRIDGE Hosts National and Local Leaders and Activists in Celebrating Legacy of W.E.B. Du Bois with Memorial Service for Civil Rights Icon’s Granddaughter

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Du Bois Legacy Festival is with BRIDGE as collaborating partner for the fifth consecutive year.

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  • Du Bois Legacy Festival is with BRIDGE as collaborating partner for the fifth consecutive year.
  • The family asked Gwendolyn VanSant, CEO and Founding Director of BRIDGE to direct and curate her return to the Du Bois familys spiritual home.
  • Du Bois Legacy Festival, an array of town-sponsored events and others hosted by community partners to be broadcast each evening online.
  • Du Bois, Dr. Yolande Du Bois Williams Irvin, and other members of the Du Bois family are available upon request.

Clark Atlanta University Announces $250m Capital Campaign

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Clark Atlanta University (CAU)was the nation's first institution to award graduate degrees to African Americans and was the nation's first four-year liberal arts college to serve a primarily African American student population.

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  • Clark Atlanta University (CAU)was the nation's first institution to award graduate degrees to African Americans and was the nation's first four-year liberal arts college to serve a primarily African American student population.
  • Today, with over4000 students, representing 9 countries, CAU is the largest of the four institutions (CAU, Morehouse College, Spelman College and Morehouse School of Medicine) that comprise the Atlanta University Center Consortium.
  • Clark Atlanta University is also the largest of the 37-member United Negro College Fund (UNCF) institutions.
  • Under the leadership of President George T. French, Jr., Ph.D., Clark Atlanta University increased enrollment, even in the midst of a global pandemic anddeveloped corporate and community partnerships to position the university for unprecedented growth.

Clorox and Athletes for Hope Team up to Expand Student Athlete Community Service and Life Skills Initiatives

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022

The program will expand to Clark Atlanta University, Emory University, and Morehouse College, with a goal of promoting social change through the volunteerism and community service of college athletes.

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  • The program will expand to Clark Atlanta University, Emory University, and Morehouse College, with a goal of promoting social change through the volunteerism and community service of college athletes.
  • "At Clorox, we champion a cleaner world where people can be well and thrive, both at home and in the community.
  • "We're proud to support student athletes as they build a foundation of service and philanthropy within Atlanta and beyond which they can carry with them through life as the leaders of tomorrow."
  • Through their dedication and passion for doing good, AFH athletes have positively impacted the lives of millions around the world.

Florida Southern College to Host Black History Month Speaker

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Monday, January 31, 2022

LAKELAND, Fla., Jan. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College is hosting Dr. Timothy Askew for a Black History Month event in the Evelyn and Warren Willis Garden of Meditation on campus.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., Jan. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College is hosting Dr. Timothy Askew for a Black History Month event in the Evelyn and Warren Willis Garden of Meditation on campus.
  • Dr. Askew received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Morehouse College, his master's degree from Yale University, and was a NCEA Doctoral Fellow at the University of South Florida.
  • The event for Black History Month is presented by the Evett L. Simmons Multicultural Center, which contributes to the development of all FSC students by promoting diversity.
  • Founded in 1883, Florida Southern College is the oldest private college in the state.

UNCF Presents: A Fireside Chat with NBA All-Star and HBCU Supporter Chris Paul

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Friday, January 28, 2022

The fireside chat will address Mr. Pauls work spreading awareness of and securing equity for HBCUs and Black businesses.

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  • The fireside chat will address Mr. Pauls work spreading awareness of and securing equity for HBCUs and Black businesses.
  • The general audience will also have the opportunity to participate in the Q&A session with Mr. Paul.
  • UNCF is thrilled to host this fireside chat with Chris Paul, who uplifts HBCUs through classes, scholarships and activism to highlight the historical and cultural importance of the institutions, current students, and their alumni, said Lodriguez V. Murray, senior vice president at UNCF.
  • This event, which will be anchored by our president and CEO Dr. Michael L. Lomax, is the beginning of a long-term partnership between UNCF and Chris Paul.