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Jackson State’s new president will get leadership training for a role previously marked by turmoil

Jackson State University’s new president will receive a year of leadership training as she transitions into the role

The Independent UK

‘Excellence’: Smithsonian exhibit celebrates HBCUs amid attacks on Black history

The Smithsonian’s African American history museum has partnered with HBCUs to display archival materials

The Guardian - US

Historically Black colleges and universities do more than offer Black youths a pathway to opportunity and success – I teach criminology, and my research suggests another benefit

Historically Black colleges and universities, often known as HBCUs, are well known for their deep roots in U.S. higher education and proven effectiveness at graduating Black students who go on to become professionally successful.

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Rod Paige, first Black to serve as US secretary of education, dies at 92

Rod Paige, the first African American to serve as U.S. secretary of education, has died at 92

The Independent UK

Most colleges score low on helping students of all faiths – or none – develop a sense of belonging. Faculty can help change that

What helps students from all walks of life have a good college experience?

The Conversation

More than 60 years later, Langston Hughes’ ‘Black Nativity’ is still a pillar of African American theater

During the end of every calendar year, a particular holiday performance pops up in African American communities and cultural centers across the nation. “Black Nativity” is a cherished cultural tradition to some and completely unknown to others.

The Conversation

Deion Sanders Radiates Confidence In Stylish Black Ensemble And Shades

Former NFL star turned successful head coach Deion Sanders captivates with charm and insights at a recent press conference, inspiring with his passion for ...

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Digital Scoreboards Latest Install Lights Up Jackson State's Arena

A four-sided center-hung display, 60 feet of sideline LED, and an Electra-Voice audio system power Lee E. Williams Athletics & Assembly Center.

AVNetwork

Biden voted for the Bayh-Dole Act 44 years ago–but the administration's plans to reinterpret it could undermine decades of world-leading U.S. innovation

Much of the modern U.S. tech transfer process flows from a revolutionary yet little-known 1980 law called the Bayh-Dole Act.

Fortune

Chicago-area student killed in shooting at Jackson State University. ‘He was a born leader.’

Jaylen Burns, an industrial technology student from the south suburbs, was killed Sunday at the Mississippi campus during homecoming weekend, officials said.

Chicago Sun-Times

Deion Sanders explains why he would never be able to coach in the NFL

Deion Sanders had coached Jackson State University for the last two years where he impressed before moving on to Colorado this off-season, but has ruled out a future move to the NFL

Daily Mirror

NFL legend Deion Sanders hits out at teams following NFL Draft snub in "ashamed" rant

Deion Sanders had coached Jackson State University for the past two seasons before joining Colorado off-season, and has been critical of NFL teams after just one of his players was drafted

Daily Mirror

Deion Sanders, Jackson State complete 11-0 regular season by downing Alcorn State

Jackson State finishes its regular season 11-0, a school first

USA Today Sports Media Group

Arson suspected in fires set in Mississippi's capital city

Authorities in Mississippi’s capital city are on the hunt for a suspected arsonist who set seven fires early Tuesday morning

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Former Panthers CB Rashard Anderson dies

Former Panthers first-round pick and Jackson State standout Rashard Anderson died on Wednesday.

Zenger

How One Man Sparked An ‘Evolution And Revolution’ In Meteorology

John A. Peoples Jr. led the push to make Jackson State University a cutting-edge institution, starting with meteorology.

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