Historically Black Colleges and Universities across the nation are experiencing a surge in interest this year as much of the business world, including the commercial real estate industry, has vowed to do more to promote inclusion.
The incidents that sparked this interest the killing of George Floyd last May and the unrest that followed have created a seismic shift, with companies eager to build their talent pipeline by engaging with, and donating to, the nation s 101 HBCUs and other minority-led higher educational institutions.
But as the memories of last summer begin to fade, some involved with the schools are concerned that so, too, will corporate America’s interest.
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Biden aide feels heat from all sides on White House equality vow
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Rep. Cedric Richmond, D-La., speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill on July 1, 2020.Bloomberg photo by Erin Scott
As President Joe Biden seeks to address racial inequities across the U.S., he s turned to former congressman Cedric Richmond to help keep a promise to end discriminatory practices ranging from housing to voting rights - a task complicated by the risk of alienating Republicans whose support is needed on key legislative priorities.
Richmond, a Louisiana lawmaker who led the Congressional Black Caucus during the Trump administration, heads Biden s Office of Public Engagement. There, he s the counterpart for outside groups and activists ready to hold the president accountable for his pledge to address the nation s deep-seated racial divisions.
150 scholarships available for students pursuing STEM degrees at HBCUs
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NEW YORK (WABC) A national program is providing 150 scholarships to students pursuing STEM degrees at Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Future of STEM Scholars Initiative announced an investment of $7.2 million to provide the scholarships and connect the scholars to internships, leadership development and mentoring opportunities.
The American Chemistry Council (ACC), American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), The Chemours Company and HBCU Week Foundation have recently announced the first collaborative equity, diversity and inclusion initiative. I am proud of this partnership between the HBCU Week Foundation, AIChE, the American Chemistry Council, and Chemours, said Ashley Christopher, Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation. It is through partnerships like these, that Black and brown children nationwide can actualize their full potential at HBCUs while minimizing the b
19 Jan 2021
The pro-life organization known as Every Black Life Matters (EBLM), a Christian alternative to Black Lives Matter, has sent a letter of commendation to President Donald Trump as he leaves office.
In a press release Tuesday, EBLM announced its open commendation letter, signed by the group’s co-founders, Kevin McGary, president; Neil Mammen, executive vice president; and more than 300 individuals, many of whom offered their personal thanks in separate messages.
“While there have been many Presidents of the U.S. who have asserted support for the Black community, you have fully demonstrated your commitment and resolve to support and improve Black life by standing firm on the right to life,” the letter reads, and continues: