(Black PR Wire) Atlanta, GA — From July 22-24, 2022, The Liberated Minds Black Homeschool and Education Virtual Expo is celebrating its 11th Anniversary featuring Haley Carolyn Taylor Schlitz, the youngest Black law school graduate ever, serving as another phenomenal example of the incredible power of homeschooling. Taylor Schlitz had always been an excellent student…
Month: June 2022
Free Program Addressing Racial Disparities in Parkinson’s Disease on July 9 in Atlanta
Hosted by the Parkinson’s Foundation and Morehouse School of Medicine (Black PR Wire) ATLANTA, GA – The Parkinson’s Foundation and Morehouse School of Medicine will host “Parkinson’s Disease and the African American Community” on Saturday, July 9 at Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA. This program will also be live streamed to an online…
Girls STEM Academy Summer Program will include robotics, designing automated vehicles
The Girls STEM Academy Summer Program will be held July 6-29 in the John A. Peoples Science Building at Jackson State University. It will introduce teenagers to science, technology, engineering and mathematics and include short courses on robotics as well as programming and designing automated vehicles. The academy is managed by the College of Science,…
Summer Programs Return to the Jackson State University College of Business
The Jackson State University College of Business welcomed high school and middle school students to campus for Uncovering the Possibilities of Accounting Careers (UPAC) and Financial Wellness Center summer programs in the month of June. “These programs help us build relationships with high school and middle school students,” said the Dean of the College of Business,…
Simone Gordon, The Black Fairy Godmother, Appearing on The Kelly Clarkson Show – TODAY, Tues. June 28th, 2022, 3pm Eastern Time
After a year of helping communities in need through challenging times from the pandemic to hurricanes to assisting women leaving domestic violence situations, philanthropist Simone Gordon of The Black Fairy Godmother Foundation will share her story on The Kelly Clarkson Show today, Tuesday, June 28th, 2022. The interview is part of the show’s “Rad Human…
iHeartMedia and Charlamagne Tha God Announce First-Ever Black Effect Podcast Festival
Hosted by Comedian Lil Duval and Power 105.1 DJ Nyla Symone, the Event will Include Live Podcasts and Panel Discussions featuring Charlamagne Tha God, and more at The Brooklyn Mirage in New York City June 28, 2022 08:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–iHeartMedia and Charlamagne Tha God today announced the first-ever Black Effect Podcast…
MARIAH CAREY STUNNED AT THE BET AWARDS
June 27, 2022 (Los Angeles, CA) – Last night, during the BET Awards, Mariah Carey stunned as she joined artist Latto to perform the pair’s smash record Big Energy (Remix). Mariah donned a custom black stretch velvet Dolce & Gabbana dress with gold trimming and a train; custom Dolce and Gabbana shoes; canary yellow diamond…
JSU student and administrator bring home MAEOPP Awards
Jackson State University senior Kelsei Scott and Associate Vice President for Student Success Mitchell Shears, Ed.D. are among the 2022 recipients of scholarships and awards to deserving TRIO participants and professionals by the Mississippi Association of Educational Opportunity Program Personnel (MAEOPP). Scott, a journalism and media studies major, received a $500 scholarship. Shears, who also…
LISTEN NOW: Chris Brown Drops ‘BREEZY’
Get It Here Global superstar Chris Brown drops his highly anticipated 12th studio album BREEZY via RCA Records. Listen here.
JIM JONES MAKES IT A BYRDGANG SUMMER WITH THE NEXT RELEASE ON BYRDGANG 2.0
New single “Go Girl” ft. Jim Jones, Dyce Payso and Keen Streets Out TodayStream Here: https://lnk.to/GoGirlByrdGang (June 24, 2022) It’s about to be a ByrdGang Summer! Jim Jones and ByrdGang 2.0 members Dyce Payso & Keen Streetz are starting things off with their new single “Go Girl” off the forthcoming Byrdgang 2.0 full-length project. “Go…
Jackson State University to host 2022 Corners to College HBCU Program presented by Black Collegiate Gaming Association
Jackson State University will host over 100 local high school students in the Summer 2022 Corners to College HBCU program presented by The Black Collegiate Gaming Association (BCGA). The one-week overnight program engages students with the exponentially growing world of eSports gaming and immerses them in HBCU culture and curriculum. Students are also provided in-depth…
JSU College of Business receives $20K grant from CenterPoint Energy
Jackson State University received a $20,000 grant from CenterPoint Energy on Tuesday. Funds will allow the College of Business to assist first-generation JSU students with developing their digital and analytical skills. “This is how we continue to elevate the exclusive relationship with our corporate partners, especially when they work with our faculty to really produce…
GREENWOOD, INC ACQUIRES VALENCE TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND JOB RECRUITING FOR THE BLACK COMMUNITY
Strengthens Greenwood as the largest digital network for Blacks and minorities; Follows Recent Acquisition of The Gathering Spot and Creates a Trifecta of Fintech Product, Million Member Community, and Career Development Platform June 22, 2022 Atlanta, GA Greenwood, the digital banking platform for Black and Latino individuals and business owners, has announced the acquisition of…
LSMAMP Summer Bridge Program gives incoming freshmen a jumpstart to earning STEM degree, adapting to college life
JACKSON, Mississippi – Jackson State University will kick off its annual Louis Stokes Mississippi Alliance for Minority Participation (LSMAMP) Summer Bridge Program on July 6. LSMAMP is designed to help high school graduates transition to university life and inspire them toward high academic achievement in the College of Science, Engineering and Technology (CSET). Dr. Martha…
Comcast and Faceforward Productions Partner for Upcoming Docuseries, “The Black Beauty Effect” From Creator and Executive Producer Andrea Lewis, Executive Producers Jackie Aina, Kahlana Barfield Brown and CJ Faison
This first-of-its-kind docuseries examines the Black women who are serving as catalysts for social change within the beauty industry and features mega beauty influencers and industry titans Whitney White, Mikki Taylor, Cara Sabin, Esi Eggleston Bracey, Sam Fine, Amber Riley, Elaine Welteroth, Jessica Cruel, Kayla Graves, Sir John, Shalom Blac and more Premiering exclusively on…
Jackson State University receives $10K grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to support adult literacy
(Jackson, MS) – The Dollar General Literacy Foundation recently awarded Jackson State University’s School of Lifelong Learning a $10,000 grant to support adult literacy at their Continuing Education Learning Center (CELC). This local grant is part of the Dollar General Literacy Foundation’s recent $10.5 million donation to support summer, family, and adult literacy programs. It…
Jackson State University President joins St. Dominic’s Board of Directors
JACKSON, Mississippi – Jackson State University President Thomas K. Hudson, J.D, is the newest member of the Board of Directors for the St. Dominic Health Services and parent organization, Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System. “It is an honor to join the board of directors for St. Dominic’s,” said Hudson. “Access to affordable, high-quality…
The Marvelous Melba Moore Among 2023 Hollywood Walk Of Fame Inductees
Congratulations to The Marvelous Melba Moore for earning her Star in The Hollywood Walk of Fame. Watch video below – skip to the 3:25 point Listen to Melba Moore’s album “Imagine” here on her YouTube Channel
JPMorgan Chase Commits $30 Million to Support Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Students
Commitment will expand career pathways student development programming and promote financial education resources on campuses June 16, 2022 (NEW YORK) — JPMorgan Chase announced an expanded five-year, $30 million commitment to the financial and career success of students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This commitment expands on the firm’s Advancing Black Pathways (ABP)…
SHOWTIME® RELEASES OFFICIAL TRAILER FOR SUPREME TEAM DEBUTING ON-AIR ON SUNDAY, JULY 10 AT 10 PM ET/PT
Three-Part Limited Documentary Series Directed by Nasir “Nas” Jones and Peter J Scalettar Features LL Cool J, Mayor Eric Adams, Joy Reid, Irv Gotti and More Recalling Notorious New York Syndicate and Its Long-Standing Cultural Influence Series Will Screen at Tribeca Festival Sunday, June 19 LOS ANGELES – June 15, 2022 – SHOWTIME has released the official trailer…
Atlanta’s Female Owned Cigar Lounge To Host Fundraiser For Father-Focused Non-Profit On Father’s Day
(Black PR Wire) Stanley’s Cigar Lounge is uplifting and empowering fathers at its inaugural Father’s Day Celebration occurring on Father’s Day (June 19) at 4 pm at 3220 Butner Rd, Ste. 210, Atlanta, GA, 30331. Fathers who attend will be treated to a complimentary and delicious BBQ buffet and live music provided by ChaStarr &…
JSU Department of Urban and Regional Planning to host The Future of Energy Panel Discussion
Jackson State University Department of Urban and Regional Planning (DURP) invites industry leaders to a panel discussion about the future of energy in the community. The event is on June 16 from noon until 2 p.m. in room 134 in the College of Business on JSU’s main campus. With global warming and the rising cost…
WATCH: SZA Drops ‘Ctrl (Deluxe)’
Top Dawg Entertainment’s Grammy award-winning, chart-topping and multi-platinum selling recording artist SZA, celebrates the 5th anniversary of her critically acclaimed album Ctrl, with a deluxe edition. Ctrl (Deluxe), with unreleased tracks, including the focus track “Tread Carefully,” is available now at all digital music providers via TDE/RCA Records. Watch here.
Jackson State University students named HBCU Scholars for White House Initiative
JACKSON, Mississippi – Jackson State University students Brikala Roach and Kelsei Scott have been selected as HBCU Scholars for the White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity through Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The newly announced ninth cohort recognizes 86 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students for their academic accomplishments, leadership, civic…
Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Awards over $30,000 in The Pitch Competition to College Entrepreneurs and Innovators
(Black PR Wire) Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s (TMCF) annual business competition “The Pitch” was held on May 22-26, 2022 at Winston Salem State University. Collegiate innovators competed in a hybrid competition and were supported by innovative workshops and mock sessions. The event brought together over one hundred students from historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs)…
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