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Bill Gates says Microsoft — not Google — should have built the dominant mobile operating system
The failure of Microsoft to establish a leading mobile operating system was a huge blow to the company, and something that apparently still haunts
Funded Post-Doc Internship Opportunity - Naval Research Laboratory
The Naval Research Laboratory is excited to announce a newly created Post-Doc position, beginning in August 2019. The selected candidates will conduct research at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory under the guidance of a Principal Investigator. <u>Dates:</u> This is a two-year appointment begin
Nationwide Insurance and BlueVine Offers An Opportunity To Win $100,000 For Your Small Business
HBCUConnect.com and Nationwide Insurance wanted to share this really cool promotion that Nationwide is conducting in conjunction with thier Small Business lending partner, BlueVine. This is an opportunity for any small business owner to compete in a Shark Tank like competition with the chance to win
Ross University School of Medicine and Tuskegee University Partner to Address Physician Diversity in the U.S.
The United States is facing a critical absence of diversity in medicine, and the disproportionately low numbers of African-American doctors is causing
VIDEO: Warren Buffett discusses if advanced education is worth the cost
In a sit-down interview with Yahoo Finance's Editor-in-Chief Andy Serwer, Warren Buffett reveals that he never wanted to go to college. See Video:
The power of research to save lives
“We need more research, we need more treatments, and we need a more robust safety net for people who struggle...” -Anita F., LUNG FORCE Hero Resea
Damon Young of Very Smart Brothas worries about everything. A lot.
His new book, ‘What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Blacker,’ takes you into the brain of the most anxious black man in Pittsburgh Damon Young is a
#MeToo movement is not just about white men, Tarana Burke tells HBCU students
Tarana Burke, the founder of the “Me Too” movement, might be coming to a historically black college or university (HBCU) near you. She was on Howard University’s campus this week, kicking off a Me Too HBCU Tour. Her goal is to promote Sexual Assault Awareness Month and address where and how black
Attend the "100 Black Men Of America" 33rd Annual Conference!
Join the 100 Black Men of America, Inc. as members and youth from across their global network convene in Las Vegas, NV for the 33rd Annual Conference.
Celebrating African First Ladies: Nigeria's Aisha Buhari
Often described as mothers to the nations their husbands lead, Africa’s first ladies are often expected to be unifying figures, serving the president of the nation and the voters who entrusted him the mandate to lead. A first lady by definition is the wife of the head of state, and it therefore f
Meet Robert McGee: At 71, FSU professor is a martial arts champ
Fayetteville State University accounting professor Robert McGee has won 445 medals in martial arts competitions. Robert McGee was 65 when he return
Churches, restaurants start Friday fish fries this week in observance of Lent
Lent is under way, and that means fish fries and Lenten restaurant specials are popping up everywhere. Around the metro area, plenty of churches (espe
UNCF Issues First “State of the HBCU” Address to Congress
New UNCF Congressional Honor Roll recognizes members of Congress for support of HBCUs like Shaw University Today, UNCF (the United Negro Colle
Alabama Tornado Tragedy: How You Can Help
By Pam Wright Communities Struggling to Recover from Devastating Tornado Damage At a Glance - Alabama residents are beginning the difficult task of rebuilding their lives after Sunday's deadly tornado outbreak. - Here are ways in which you can help the victims. The search continued T
On the right track in Chicago
Chicago was once called the worst school district in the United States. Today, though, high school graduation rates there are rising, as are ACT score