Dr. Ian Smith Gives Insight to ‘The Ancient Nine’
November 1, 2018
Smith tells all in his mystery novel about Harvard’s secret societies.
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Harvard University
Success On “The Way” Ask Dr. Jeanette: “Technology: The Monster ”
September 14, 2018
Every industry trends toward digital transformation. The Industrial Revolution and its consequences have been a human race disaster according to some and Ted Kaczynski: ‘dubbed the unabomber,’ sent a series of mail bombs to university and airline officials; evaded the FBI for over 18 years; captured in 1996; a child prodigy entering Harvard University at 16, graduated, earned a doctorate in mathematics at 25; assistant professor at the University of California, Berkeley, quit in two years, abandoned an academic career retreating in isolation 1969 to a small cabin primitive lifestyle in Lincoln, Montana.
Morehouse College President Starts Freshman Year in Dorm
August 16, 2018
David Thomas, the first leader in 50 years who isn’t an alumnus _ moved into a cramped dormitory room Tuesday for two days to get a taste of what life is like for first-year students of the prestigious historically black school in Atlanta. He’ll be staying at Graves Hall, the oldest building on campus that once housed the entire college. Although he won’t have a roommate, he’ll be sharing the floor with students.
Arch Colson Whitehead
June 8, 2018
Arch Colson Whitehead on November 6, 1969, novelist Colson Whitehead spent his formative years in Manhattan, New York with his parents, Arch and Mary Anne Whitehead, who owned a recruiting firm, and three siblings. Of his childhood, he has said that he preferred reading science fiction and fantasy and watching horror films.
Black Entertainment Trailblazer: The Legacy of Debra Lee
June 7, 2018
BET’s evolution also included the launch of its website, BET.com, and the launch of the network’s sister channel, BET Her, the first network designed to target African-American women. Lee acquired the television rights to the annual award show Black Girls Rock! and continued to elevate the prominence and prestige of the BET Awards. Lee recently launched Leading Women Defined, an annual gathering of thought leaders that convenes notable African-American woman, including former First Lady Michelle Obama, Venus Williams and Issa Rae, to discuss issues that have a direct impact on the Black community.
Open Letter to Starbucks: From Boycott to Victory
May 17, 2018
The Chicago boycott organizers are now planning community forums at more than 300 Black-owned or managed coffee houses, as well as at faith-based and community-based organizations across the U.S., especially near the 12 Starbucks stores previously boycotted. These community forums will serve as “Black Economic Empowerment Forums,” where attendees will develop plans to improve the economic vitality of their communities.
Making Sense of Sensors Conference Kicks Off at SCAQMD
September 30, 2017
The combined efforts will help provide a clearer picture of localized air quality for air quality policymakers and stakeholders.
Growing poverty, expanding wealth gaps hinder housing, says Harvard report
June 29, 2016
As consumers either grow into wealth or fall into poverty, America’s middle class, once the envy of the world, is steadily shrinking.
Talk. Read. Sing. African American Press Leadership and Community Pass on Traditions to Next Generation
June 14, 2016
I take the time to talk, read and sing to kids, to make sure the first five years of any kids life is enriched by boosting their brain development and ability to learn.
Cornelius Makes History at Harvard
December 23, 2015
Harvard (15-11 overall) freshmen Volleyball player Christina Cornelius became the Rookie of the Year for Division I Women’s Volleyball in the Eastern Collegiate Athletic Conference (ECAC) last Thursday. This honor came a week after Cornelius earned a spot on the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) All-East Region teams. “I was really shocked, I had no idea that I was up for this,” said Cornelius. “It was amazing and I just really feel blessed to be able to get all this recognition.” Cornelius’ performance made her Ivy League Rookie of the Year and a member of the All-Ivy League first team.
Colleges grapple with best ways to address race incidents
December 3, 2015
WASHINGTON (AP) — Officials were slow to handle racial incidents at the University of Missouri, and that contributed to protests, a student hunger strike, a threatened boycott by the football team and ultimately, the resignations of two administrators. At the University of Oklahoma, damage over a racist chant that was caught on video was kept to a minimum when the school president acted quickly to expel the students and condemn the episode. Swift action is high among the best practices that school leaders can use to help defuse campus tension, experts say. “There’s no such thing as having a perfect