Tomorrow is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which will be a National holiday. So, you will most definitely find a very historic group organization
In 1920, five African American women from Howard envisioned a sorority that would raise the consciousness of their people.
When the pandemic struck little, did we realize that our kids would face a significant challenge than ever? The education sector suffered a lot, and
A.K.A., was founded on January 15, 1908, at the historic black Howard University, in Washington, D.C. The late Ethel Hedgeman Lyle led a group of sixteen students who broke barriers in helping women have access to power.
Moreover, their programs year in and year out has allowed students the opportunity to tour colleges and universities nationwide. This makes it easy for the parents and students to make those hard challenging decisions.
If you’ve spent any time on the internet in the last five years, you’ve heard about NFTs and cryptocurrency. These trades have become a highly
The New York Times best selling authors Jason Reynolds and Ibram X.Kendi pen you Stamped (For Kids). This book is remarkable for kids, as it spins them to the past and present.
The change is due to spikes in COVID-19
It is now almost two years since the pandemic began, and we have all been affected in one way or the other by the novel
A Census survey shows less than half of Black respondents reported they did not have to alter their education plans.
Built for us, by us, historically black colleges, have certainly had their share of struggles since their inception in the 1800s. It has only been
Despite the U.S population being 13% Black, the public education system is comprised of only 7% of Black teachers
With the Pfizer vaccine being approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), children aged 5 to 11 years will be getting the jab in
A college education has always been presented as a stepping stone to a better life. While the latter might be attainable, data has shown that
STEM has been dominated by male, white programmers for decades. But the tides are changing, and there are several groups dedicated to diversifying the world
Mahmoud El-Kati is a lecturer, writer, and commentator on the African American experience
Loan forgiveness—it felt promised. Especially when President Joe Biden issued his support for $10,000 of undergraduate or graduate student debt relief on his campaign, for
Best Buy inspires people of all ages to connect, learn, innovate, and improve their lives. Across the country, many communities, especially in my city, lack support and access to tools and training than can unlock a better future and prepare youth for the challenges ahead.
It has long been advised that homeownership is a brilliant way to start building wealth. But Americans weighed down by student debt payments, the dream
Nationwide, less than 4% of Black students were enrolled in AP classes in 2017-2018. Nationwide, 6% of students were enrolled in Advanced Placement classes in
Ninah Jackson, Political Science, Class of 2025 School is back in session, and I talk with Ninah Jackson a recent graduate of Oxon Hill High
Image source: The Independent We all agree music is a universal language. The hip-hop genre is in itself a richly diverse category which has outgrown
In the early 1900s, sports were growing at predominantly white schools, but at those schools there were very few black athletes recruited. Sports have a
Now more than ever, there are more people turning to historically black colleges and universities for post-secondary education. The caliber of education you can receive
A lack of adequate and appropriate medical care is one of the biggest inequalities that continue to plague the black community. There are countless studies
When there is cause to celebrate, historically black colleges know how it’s done. Commencement is no exception; black students, many of whom are the first
However, I am so glad that this wonderful young man, who is a great educator in St Louis, whose extraordinary talent is embraced all over social media, is doing fine. If he isn’t in the classroom teaching his students the new skills of life. You may find him in the studio recording songs and films.
Historically black colleges and universities, or HBCUs, in the United States have seen a steady increase in popularity over the last decade. With several events
There are more black men and women launching into the business world than ever. Many black entrepreneurs seek the solidarity and support of driven, like
For black people, the pursuit of justice and equality is seemingly endless. The Jim Crow days are far from ancient history, and while things have
The figures are extraordinary, and the ramifications are massive. Never have so many kids been away from school at the same time, impeding learning and
Historically black colleges and universities, or HBCUs, give black students the opportunity to further their education in an environment that prioritizes and celebrates their rich
Wouldn’t it be amazing to start your career debt-free? Well, that is unfortunately not the case for over half of the students in America.
If you are like me, and countless other uncles, aunts and parents alike, you know what time it is. The long days are about to get short, and the wind is about to become more common.
Harvard professor, Dr. Cornel West, has quit his job at Harvard University.
If you are new to baseball or simply a casual fan of Negro League baseball, we have a list of seven little-known facts about the league for you to enjoy.
If school is intended to prepare kids for life, how can mental health be considered any less than part of that preparation?
It’s essential that college students buckle down and find a balance between school work and their personal lives. By doing things such as, forming good study habits, paying attention to assignment deadlines, and making use of professors’ office hours can help a student out in the most unimaginable ways.
High school is a crucial time in a teen’s life that often determines their success once they leave their school campus.
“I saw so many disparities and so many gaps in the community for Black entrepreneurs.”
It has been less than six decades since the shocking events of Bloody Sunday, and there is still much work to be done in the fight for equality for African Americans.
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