Stephen Stone’s journey has been filled with pain, disappointment, loneliness, uncertainty, and perseverance.
FedEx Launches HBCU Student Ambassador Program
The HBCU student ambassador program provides HBCU students with unique, practical experience to prepare them for leadership and the workforce.
Mississippi HBCU STEM Programs Receive $250,000 in Support from Nissan
For sixth consecutive year, Nissan makes donation in support of STEM programs at Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Mississippi.
Mississippi Valley State President Bynum Receives Extension
The Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning has extended the contract of Dr. William B. Bynum, president of Mississippi Valley State University, until June 30, 2019. Since becoming president of the rural institution, Bynum has increased enrollment, improved town and gown relations, reinstalled the University College model, began a general studies degree […]
Nissan Donates $250,000 to 6 HBCUs for STEM Programs
On Friday, March 20 Nissan announced the donation of $250,000 to six local Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) to promote STEM initiatives at each school to inspire and develop talent. U.S. Representative Bennie Thompson (D-MS) and Nissan executives will present the following representatives with resources to support their programs: Alcorn State University Coahoma Community […]
HBCU Presidents to Critics: We Are Still Very Relevant
In spite of fewer resources compared to the nation’s other majority institutions, Historically Black Colleges and Universities graduate impressive number of majors in education and in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Responding to critics who question the relevancy of HBCUs and whether they can embrace the culture of diversity they have demanded of others, a […]