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Thousands of Students Left Out in Cold by Summer Pell Grant Predicament

Changes in eligibility standards have resulted in steadily decreasing numbers of low-income college students receiving the grants for summer school as a result of not wanting to risk funding for spring and fall semesters.

August 4, 2013

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Bennett More Than a ‘First’ at Southern Mississippi

Dr. Rodney Bennett has received national attention as the first African-American president of a predominantly White university.

July 22, 2013

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Saint Paul’s College Proceeds to Close Its Doors

Millard “Pete” Stith Jr., who was hired to raise funds for Saint Paul, is now in charge of officially closing down the campus.

July 22, 2013

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Napolitano Approved as First Female University of California System President

After being appointed the first female president of the University of California, Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano admitted she might not have been the obvious choice.

July 21, 2013

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Diverse Conversations: Charlie Nelms Discusses Path to College Presidency

The former chancellor at North Carolina Central University and the founder of Destination Graduation offers suggestions for aspiring college/university presidents.

July 21, 2013

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Daniels Denies Trying to Censor Indiana Universities

Purdue University President Mitch Daniels said Wednesday he never tried to quash academic freedom while serving as Indiana’s governor.

July 17, 2013

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University of California, State Leaders Praise Napolitano Appointment

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano will lead California’s flagship university system, though critics pointed out that she has little experience in the education field.

July 14, 2013

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New Interim Executive Director Appointed for White House HBCU Office

Following the departure of Dr. John Wilson, the U.S. Education Department has named yet another interim executive director to run the White House Initiative on HBCUs.

July 8, 2013

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FAMU Turnaround Marches On at Steady Pace

When the revived band begins practicing in a few weeks, it will be the most prominent sign that rebuilding of the historic institution is taking a giant step forward.

July 7, 2013

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William Gray, Former Congressman and UNCF President, Dies

Gray, an ex-U.S. Rep, first Black Majority Whip, and former president of the United Negro College Fund passed away Monday at the age of 71.

July 2, 2013

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University, School District Cooperation Suggested to Produce Better Principals

In order to produce more effective principals, universities and school districts should form relationships in which both can serve each other’s needs.

June 6, 2013

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Fisk University Begins ‘Renaissance’ With Revamped Board of Trustees

The historic institution has put more members with extensive business and financial experience in key positions as it seeks to preserve its accreditation.

May 20, 2013