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HBCU Food for Thought: Entrepreneurship for breakfast
Richard Branson January 22, 2013 It is often said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. That is certainly the case for an entrepreneur, as it can set you up for a busy 24 hours’
HBCU Motivation: My Annual Letter: How We Measure Impact to Improve Lives
My Annual Letter: How We Measure Impact to Improve Lives Bill Gates January 30, 2013 Today I am launching my Annual Letter. This year, I concentrate on the power of clear goals and accurate measurement–simple concepts really–to improve the lives of the poorest people around the globe. It may
8 Creative Valentine’s Day Gifts For Your Guy
By Sarah Casimong in Relationships As it gets closer to Valentine’s Day, your class notes are starting to look more and more like a brainstorm of potential gifts that you can get your Valentine f
How to Ask for a Recommendation: A Month-by-Month Guide
By Kelsey Mulvey in Career How-To's In the world of internships, open season has officially begun. As the summer draws closer, hopefuls scramble to score their dream positions. But when fighting fo
Register for the Morehouse Marketing Conclave! "Closing the Deal; Persuasion With A Purpose"
Join us at our student planned Marketing Conclave as we host over 300 students on February 22-23. Where: Shirley Massey Conference & Leadership Center When: February 22-23, 2013 Agenda: -Thursday: February 21, 2013 5:30pm “Dress for Success” Presented by Macy’s -Friday: February
Nerds, a new musical about Steve Jobs and Bill Gates, premieres in Raleigh
Half a dozen nerds cross the stage at the A.J. Fletcher Theater holding their homemade computers, hoping to launch their careers and, more importantly, make friends. Behind them, a computer motherboar
HU's NCAAMP Presents 'How to Love a Black Woman'
Hampton University Department of Psychology's National Center on African American Marriages and Parenting (NCAAMP) will host a panel-led discussion titled, ¡°How to Love a Black Woman¡± Jan. 23 at 7 p
TGIF: The Best Cat Video You'll Ever See!
Lean back, take a deep breathe and relax – now watch this video and laugh! Source: http://maboulette.wordpress.com/2011/11/21/break-for-the-day/
Spelman College WISDOM Center Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Ministry Conference and Book Launch
In recognition of its 10th anniversary, the Spelman College WISDOM Center will kick off a yearlong series of initiatives under the banner, “A Legacy of Women in Transformational Ministry,” Feb. 1-3, 2
Junior Noah Moore competes on the BET Black College Quiz airing next month!
Actor RonReaco Lee of BET's "Let's Stay Together" Joins Twelve Students from HBCUs to Test Their African American History Facts and Compete for Cash Prizes Check Air Times Here: http://blackcollege
PRESIDENT SORRELL NAMED ONE OF 2012'S MOST POWERFUL PEOPLE AMONG HBCUs
President Michael Sorrell was included in the Huffington Post's list of the 50 most powerful individuals and groups among historically black colleges and universities. Jarrett Carter, founding editor
LeMoyne-Owen College Students to Pay Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's Legacy With a Community Cleanup!
WHO: LeMoyne-Owen College Community Partnership (LOCCP), Memphis City Beautiful, Clean Memphis, and Volunteer Mid-South. WHAT: Fifth Annual Martin Luther King Service Day and Clean-up WHEN: Sat
President Pelton pledges to lead campus discussions on gun violence.
To date, 255 college presidents have joined Emerson President Lee Pelton in a pledge to lead campus discussions next semester on how best to address gun violence in America and in offering President O
We send Birthday Wishes of Joy to First Lady Michelle Obama!
To our First Lady! Mrs. America! The leader of prestige! We wish you a day/month filled with happiness, good fortune, and warm fuzzies! Your leadership is so amazing it leaves us speechless! This
Tonight - tune into OWN as our Queen - Oprah Winfrey, interviews Lance Armstrong! 9pm EST
If you can't find peace of mind and education anywhere else you can always find it on Oprah Winfrey's Television Network - OWN. Let's support Ms. Winfrey and Lance Armstrong as the truth behind his Cycling Career Mishap accusations are uncovered. Let's learn from both of these motivators and
Women In Tech: Phoebe Ash, Senior Software Design Engineer at Microsoft
by Lauren DeLisa Coleman Time for my next installment spotlighting women of color in the tech space. (For those who perhaps missed the first, be sure and click here for the profile on Google exec Bonita Stewart: http://goo.gl/xVhLD ) Today I had the opportunity to ask Phoebe Ash of Microsoft
Howard to Host Inauguration Panel on Obama Presidency
WASHINGTON (January 11, 2013) – Mayor of Atlanta Kasim Reed will participate in a panel discussion on the Obama Presidency at Howard University in the Blackburn Center Ballroom, Friday, Jan. 18 at 9 a
Women your attendance is required: 2nd Annual Women's Conference
Becoming a Renaissance Woman: Redefining Service, Protocol, and Civility in the 21st Century and Beyond A one-day women’s conference with CEO and founder of Black Girls Rock Beverly Bond is dedicated to providing a medium where women can become empowered and educated while sharing experiences,
Be sure to order your Valentine a unique gift: BELIEVE YOU CAN President Barack Obama Book
Great gift to educate young loved ones about the history of President Obama, how he came to dream and work hard to make his dream of becoming the president of the United States of America a reality with hard work. Order a unique gift: http://www.shanepubblications.com/
Get connected to our Featured HBCU: Medgar Evers College
Medgar Evers College, named for the martyred civil rights leader Medgar Wiley Evers (1925-1963), was established in 1970 by the Board of Higher Education of The City of New York as a result of the advocacy of community residents in Central Brooklyn, and educational and civic leaders throughout the
Spike Lee ’79 Urges Students to Follow Their Passions, Not Their Wallets
By ADD SEYMOUR JR. Spike Lee ’79 didn’t come to Morehouse to study film. In fact, once he got to college, he had no idea what he wanted to study until he finally realized what he was passionate about. “At the end of my sophomore year, my adviser told me to think long and hard about choosing
City Council Acts on Wind Power, Park Items
Ann Arbor councilmembers debate wind turbine project, approve skatepark design, get briefed on 721 N. Main, hear dog park concerns By Dave Askins January 13, 2013 at 12 pm Ann Arbor city coun
How Will Obama Handle HBCUs?
Author: Ivory A. Toldson, Ph.D As we count down the days to a second term, a look at the president's record on black colleges. (The Root) -- Between now and the inauguration on Jan. 21, The Root will be taking a daily look at the president's record on a number of policy issues, including his f
How do you plan to show your Valentine some love? We have a few suggestions!
Now is the time to plan how you will show your sweetie some love on Valentine's Day! There are a lot of options at your fingertips. How about some customized gear from Finao: http://hbcuconnect.com/campaigns/400/finao728x90_1 Everyone loves jewelry, especially Watches. Create your ow