Institutions | Diverse: Issues In Higher Education

HBCU Leaders Face the Future

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 18:15:38 -0500

Experts urge HBCU leaders to prioritize high-quality support to students, mentorship, and competitive scholarships.

Southern University Launches Student-Operated Radio Station WSUB 106.1 FM

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 08:31:20 -0500

The low-powered FM station will be operated entirely by the Department of Mass Communication, with faculty, staff and students leading daily programming and operations.

Northwestern University Announces Major Staff Cuts Amid Federal Funding Crisis

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 03:34:28 -0500

The administration characterized the decision as necessary to address what they termed a "significant budget gap" that cannot be resolved without reducing personnel expenses, which represent 56 percent of Northwestern's total annual operating costs.

Brown University Reaches Federal Agreement Restoring Research Funding

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 16:20:53 -0500

The agreement comes after a federal funding freeze posed significant challenges to the university's research mission and financial sustainability.

Community Colleges Chart Path Forward on AI Integration as Students Outpace Faculty Adoption

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 07:33:04 -0500

New report outlines eight-point framework to help institutions leverage artificial intelligence while addressing equity concerns.

DOJ Investigation into George Mason Faculty Senate Sparks Academic Freedom Concerns

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 13:46:09 -0500

AAUP President calls federal probe "gross misuse of power" as university faces fifth inquiry in five weeks.

Harvard Consolidates Identity-Based Student Centers Into Single Foundation

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 08:13:00 -0500

The consolidation comes amid ongoing pressure from the Trump administration, which has demanded Harvard eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion programming as a condition for restoring billions in federal research funding that was frozen in April.

Columbia Pays $221M to Restore Federal Funding After Campus Antisemitism Claims

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 07:49:00 -0500

The university agrees to sweeping policy changes, including enhanced monitoring of international students.

UNCF Partners with African Universities for HBCU-Africa Symposium

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:55:00 -0500

The virtual event in September aims to forge sustainable partnerships between HBCUs and African higher education institutions.

Edward Waters University Launches Groundbreaking iPad Initiative to Bridge Digital Divide

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 08:40:00 -0500

The Florida HBCU will provide every incoming freshman with a free Apple iPad and four-year warranty coverage.

HBCU Leaders Unite in Atlanta: "Together We Lead"

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 05:31:00 -0500

The major gathering focuses on institutional excellence, innovation, and systemic change across America's historically Black colleges.

From Corporate Boardrooms to HBCU Classrooms

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 13:25:03 -0500

How investment education is creating the next generation of Black philanthropists.

UNCF Taps Veteran HBCU Leader Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough for Key Research and Engagement Role

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 11:03:13 -0500

The appointment represents a strategic move by UNCF to strengthen its support for member institutions through enhanced research capabilities and deeper engagement initiatives.

AACC Names First Woman President as Community Colleges Face Growing Workforce Demands

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 21:35:14 -0500

Dr. DeRionne Pollard will lead the 105-year-old organization representing more than 10 million students nationwide.

HBCU Leaders to Convene in Atlanta for UNITE 2025 Under Theme "Together We Lead"

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:27:08 -0500

This year's gathering operates under the theme "Together We Lead" and will bring together 54 current and former HBCU and PBI presidents, along with representatives from more than 300 organizations and mission-aligned partners. Diverse is the national media partner.

TMCF Takes the Helm of HBCU Philanthropy Symposium in Strategic Leadership Transition

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 16:48:46 -0500

What began as a modest gathering of two schools and one funder has grown into a major convening representing two-thirds of the HBCU community, alongside dozens of corporate and private philanthropic organizations.

The King's College Announces Permanent Closure After Nearly 90 Years

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 10:53:02 -0500

Christian liberal arts institution in New York City was unable to secure strategic partnership by state deadline.

Federal Investigation Launched Over Faculty Hiring Practices at George Mason University

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 13:50:12 -0500

The timing of the investigation coincides with broader national debates about the role of diversity programs in education and employment, with different administrations taking varying approaches to enforcement of civil rights laws.

Barnard College Settles Antisemitism Lawsuit with Controversial Campus Policy Changes

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 11:10:19 -0500

The settlement has drawn criticism from faculty who argue it could chill legitimate academic discourse.

National Leaders Spotlight HBCUs as Engines of Social Mobility

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 07:53:00 -0500

HBCUs remain indispensable in relation to the economic outcomes of the Black community.

UNCF Launches Parent Advocacy Initiative to Address Teacher Diversity Crisis

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:01:05 -0500

New toolkit aims to mobilize Black families to advocate for more educators of color, highlights HBCU role in teacher preparation.

Morgan State University Partners with SEA Foundation in Landmark Educational Collaboration

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 12:57:48 -0500

HBCU forges strategic alliance with soccer star Sheyi Emmanuel Adebayor's philanthropic organization to advance experiential learning and entrepreneurship.

Beyoncé's BeyGOOD Foundation Awards $100,000 Grant to Texas Southern University's Ocean of Soul Marching Band

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 18:43:15 -0500

The grant will be strategically allocated across multiple areas critical to the band's success and sustainability.

Siena Heights University to Close After 105 Years, Citing Financial Challenges

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 17:35:42 -0500

University leadership cited insurmountable financial pressures and operational challenges as driving factors behind the closure decision.

Columbia University Settles Class Action Lawsuit Over Inflated Rankings Data for $9 Million

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 09:56:47 -0500

The settlement resolves claims that Columbia misrepresented key data points to enhance its standing in the influential annual rankings.