HBCU Corner – Dr. Joycelyn Hill Wins Alabama State Dissertation of the Year — Then Builds a Pipeline Between Two HBCUs

by Cherie S. White | Jul 7, 2026

Dr. Joycelyn Hill Alabama State dissertation dissertation win is more than an academic honor — it is the foundation of a new educational pathway connecting two historically Black institutions.Hill, a Valley, Alabama native and double Alabama State Universityalumna,...

Wellness Check – Longevity-Inducing Foods from Around the World

by Cherie S. White | Jul 6, 2026

Sometimes, we can get stuck eating the same foods over and over. Lack of diversity in your diet can get boring to your taste buds, and even lead to food allergies.Discover the top foods eaten by some of the world’s longest-living people, then add these foods for...

Little Known Black History Fact – Black America-Know Your History: July 7, 1948-Black Female Veteran, Edna Griffin, Charged Discrimination Against Iowa Drugstore

by Cherie S. White | Jul 6, 2026

On July 7, one of the hottest days during the summer of 1948, John Bibbs, Leonard Hudson and Edna Griffin, along with her 1-year-old daughter, Phyllis, stopped at Katz Drug Store in downtown Des Moines, Iowa . Griffin ordered an ice cream soda, according to the...

HBCU Corner – 6 HBCUs Launch Course-Sharing Partnership

by Cherie S. White | Jul 6, 2026

Course availability has long been a barrier to college completion, forcing some students to delay graduation when required classes aren’t offered—or even transfer elsewhere to stay on track.In response, eHBCU, a group of six historically Black colleges and...

Wellness Check – Doing These Yoga Poses Before Bed May Help You Sleep Better

by Cherie S. White | Jul 5, 2026

Yoga is a great way to relax and unwind from a long day. Research also shows that practicing yoga before hitting the sack may even help you fall asleep faster and sleep more soundly.Try these yoga poses to help you get proper rest. READ MORE