Dear Alumni and Friends,
As you might have heard, tighter standards in the Parent PLUS Federal Loan Program, used by parents to help pay for college for their children, have caused reductions in enrollment at colleges and universities nationwide. ...
Posted Friday, August 23rd 2013 at 7:26PM
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Question: When is this year’s conference?
Answer: Friday, November 15, 2013 and Saturday, November 16, 2013
Question: How do a reserve a room at The Westin Galleria?
Answer: Please go to the hotel’s special website page where you will be able to ...
Posted Friday, August 23rd 2013 at 12:26PM
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Colorado Republican state senator Vicki Marble is being criticized for her recent remarks on the health issues affecting African-Americans and her reasons for what may contribute to them.
“When you look at life expectancy, there are problems in th ...
Posted Friday, August 23rd 2013 at 9:41AM
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By JULIE PACE 08/22/13 01:39 PM ET EDT AP
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Calling higher education an "economic imperative," President Barack Obama is pushing for an ambitious new government rating system for colleges that would judge schools on affordability an ...
Posted Thursday, August 22nd 2013 at 3:15PM
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The August issue of U.S. Airways Magazine includes an article about Johnson C. Smith University in a special segment on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The article is titled “Leading Innovation – Combining Cutting-Edge Technolo ...
Posted Thursday, August 22nd 2013 at 2:04PM
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Events free and open to public except as noted
Thursday, September 5
Doors open 9:00 a.m. Presidential Symposium: “The Essence of the HBCU Experience”
9:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. Howard University Cramton Auditorium
Through panel discussions, ...
Posted Thursday, August 22nd 2013 at 1:16PM
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If you have not OFFICIALLY registered yet, please do so today as this is an event you don’t want to miss!
This year's event will take place at our beautiful new venue The Westin Houston Memorial City located at 945 Gessner, Houston, Texas 77024. This Westin location is directly across the street ...
Posted Thursday, August 22nd 2013 at 11:15AM
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Nationwide wants to offer you a discount if you are an HBCU Graduate or Student!
Click here for the details on how to save: http://hbcuconnect.com/campaigns/230/nationwide-300x250 ...
Posted Tuesday, August 20th 2013 at 11:09AM
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WHAT: A workshop designed to help small businesses develop a business plan and market their ideas sponsored by
ASU’s Alabama Small Business Development Center.
WHEN: Monday, Aug. 19, from 5 – 7 p.m.
WHERE: Jeanette Bar ...
Posted Friday, August 16th 2013 at 12:30PM
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It’s almost that time of year again. Yes, in a few weeks school will be back in session. Is your child ready to succeed? Are you ready to help?
It’s a fact: Parents who play an active role in their children’s education make a huge difference in th ...
Posted Friday, August 16th 2013 at 12:11PM
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President Obama has named Oprah Winfrey, Tennessee State University graduate, media mogul, philanthropist and award-winning actress among those receiving this year’s Presidential Medal of Freedom at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
The Presi ...
Posted Wednesday, August 14th 2013 at 5:24PM
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Please take this opportunity to register your organization for College Colors Day 2013, which takes place on Friday, August 30.
College Colors Day is an annual celebration dedicated to promoting the traditions and spirit that embody the college ex ...
Posted Wednesday, August 14th 2013 at 3:27PM
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The University of North Carolina (UNC) Board of Governors announced, Friday, August 9, the approval to establish a Ph.D. program in computer science at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
“We are extremely excited and eager ...
Posted Wednesday, August 14th 2013 at 2:58PM
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The White House Initiative on Historically Black College and Universities (HBCUs) will host a two-day national conference commemorating National HBCU Week and highlighting the significant contributions which HBCUs have made to the nation.
There will be no on-site registration. All registrations ...
Posted Wednesday, August 14th 2013 at 12:50PM
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Hampton University President William R. Harvey announced today that Hampton University has received $13.5 million grant from the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities to combat and reduce selective health disparities in minorit ...
Posted Tuesday, August 13th 2013 at 5:19PM
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HBCU CONNECT, the largest organization and website targeting alumni and students of Historically Black Colleges and Universities has recently partnered with Spelman College to produce "HIRE SPELMAN" annual career expo, October 24th, 2013 at Spelman ...
Posted Tuesday, August 13th 2013 at 4:45PM
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If the first two games have proven anything, it's that the AT&T Nation's Football Classic® featuring the Howard University Bison and the Morehouse College Maroon Tigers is a thrilling, down-to-the wire match-up. The third Classic game, which will tak ...
Posted Monday, August 12th 2013 at 5:38PM
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By Aqueelah Grant
I recently brought a new Mac Book Pro and will be using it as my primary machine. I had to set up Ruby on it. This included Ruby, Rubygems, and RVM. While Mac 10.5 OSX and higher come with Ruby 1.8.7 pre-installed I wanted a late ...
Posted Monday, August 12th 2013 at 12:51PM
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Ican has partnered with HBCUConnect.com to provide you with the opportunity to receive a discount on Health Insurance and a Free RX card. You need to take a moment to invest in the future of your health.
Contact ICan to get a quote:
http://hbcu ...
Posted Monday, August 12th 2013 at 12:39PM
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Contact Nationwide Insurance today to receive an instant quote on Home, Auto, or Pet Insurance:
http://hbcuconnect.com/campaigns/148/nationwide-powersports-728x90
Save Money and Save Lives! ...
Posted Monday, August 12th 2013 at 12:25PM
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New to Kettlebells? Wondering what all the hype is about?
Here are six great exercises you can perform at your gym, at home, or even at work
http://ninacheriephd.com/advice/you-your-body-and-your-health/319-a-quick-easy-anywhere-full-body-kett ...
Posted Saturday, August 10th 2013 at 12:41AM
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Associated Press | By PHILIP ELLIOTT
Students heading back to college this fall will save thousands in interest charges on their loans after they graduate once President Barack Obama signs into law a rare bipartisan compromise.
The president ...
Posted Friday, August 9th 2013 at 12:42PM
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Volunteer at the 5th Annual Central Ohio HBCU College Fair on 9/21/2013 from 9:00a - 2:00p!
Volunteer: http://ohiohbcucollegefair.com/volunteer/
To become a Sponsor contact Ray Miller: contact@ohiohbcucollegefair.com
Help us, help others! ...
Posted Friday, August 9th 2013 at 12:24PM
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In the 2013 Triangle Business Journal ranking, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is featured at No. 4 overall in the highest starting salaries for graduates of all North Carolina universities.
The Triangle Business Journal ...
Posted Thursday, August 8th 2013 at 2:23PM
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When you're trying to lose weight, it can sometimes be difficult to completely adhere to dieting programs for an extended period of time, especially those that involve daily calorie restriction or reduced food intake. Such programs are often associat ...
Posted Thursday, August 8th 2013 at 12:39AM
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