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HBCU Corner – NCCU Community Mourning the Deaths of Two Students
North Carolina Central University is grieving the loss of two students, Xavier Neil Holton and Aminah Michelle Guy, following a tragic incident on Nov. 18, 2024. Holton, 19, a recent graduate from Garner High School, was an NCCU freshman, while his girlfriend, Guy,...
Wellness Check – Journal Journeys: Set Healthy Boundaries
In a world that glorifies busyness and praises the hustle, saying "no" can feel like a radical act. Many of us have been conditioned to equate "yes" with opportunity, success, and connection. While there’s truth to the power of being open and accommodating, the...
Little Known Black History Fact – Joni Sledge
The music world mourned the loss of Sister Sledge vocalist Joni Sledge, who was found unresponsive in her Phoenix, Ariz. home in 2017. As a member of Sister Sledge, Joni lent her voice to 10 studio albums and toured with the group up until this year.The sisters were...
HBCU Corner – Jackson State Scores Highest Graduation Success Rate in HBCU
The latest NCAA Graduation Success Rate (GSR) Report was released on Wednesday by the NCAA, and Jackson State ranks among the best in the nation and HBCUs with an overall department GSR of 87 percent.Four teams achieved a perfect score on this report for Jackson State...
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