Dr. David A. Thomas: Purveyor of Black Consciousness
By Andre LaFontant Atlanta, GA — Since he was a young man, Dr. David A. Thomas knew that he wanted to lead a legacy that would impact the world. This... Read More
Emerson College Professor Jabari Asim Named First Elma Lewis ’43 Distinguished Fellow in the Social Justice Center
Boston, MA — Emerson College today announces that acclaimed author, playwright, and poet, Professor Jabari Asim, has been named the first recipient of the newly created Elma Lewis Distinguished Fellowship in the institution’s Social... Read More
Dr. Glenda Glover Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® President Establishes AKA-HBCU Endowment Fund
CHICAGO, IL — Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (AKA), in partnership with the Educational Advancement Foundation (EAF), is pleased to announce the establishment of the AKA-HBCU Endowment Fund. The fund was created... Read More
Dino Beltran, Vice Chair of the Koi Nation, named myKlovr Ambassador to First Nations
New York, NY — Dino Beltran, Vice Chair and Tribal Leader of the Koi Nation in Northern California, has been officially named a myKlovr Ambassador to Native American Communities. Entrusted with fostering... Read More
Orange County “Hispanic Education Endowment Fund (HEEF)” Honors Leaders at 25th Anniversary Gala
Newport Beach, CA — The Orange County Hispanic Education Endowment Fund (HEEF) held its 25th Annual Gala on Saturday, November 10, 2018, at the Hotel Irvine. The event is the organization’s annual fundraiser to support... Read More
Howard University #1 in Sending Black Students to U.S. Medical Schools
Washington, D.C. — Howard University is America’s No. 1 institution for producing Black applicants to U.S. medical schools, according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. In the 2017-18 academic year, 118... Read More