Democrats taking debate stage at TSU promise billions for schools like it
WASHINGTON — When the Democratic presidential hopefuls take the debate stage at Texas Southern University on Thursday, they’re likely to tout a range of policy proposals designed to woo people on campuses like it: Free college, student debt forgiveness and more. But several of them will also have a rare opportunity to pitch policies their […]
Higher Education Organizations Urge Congress to Pass the FUTURE Act
A group of higher education organizations have thrown their support behind the Fostering Undergraduate Talent by Unlocking Resources for Education (FUTURE) Act, calling on Congress to pass it by September 30th when a set of funds for their member schools is set to expire. The organizations advocating for passing the FUTURE Act this month include […]
Tradition, Marketing And Blacked Cognac – OpEd
The moment the liquid hits the mark, lips on the balloon rim, the hand having swirled the mellow colouring to life, the throat anticipates. It is tenderising, the gentle burn finding its way down to the belly. Most cultures have their tribute of firewater, or hellfire’s brew, but France’s brandy Cognac, in its various incarnations, […]
More HBCUs Selling Alcohol in Athletic Arenas
North Carolina A&T State University will join a growing list of HBCUs selling alcohol inside their football stadiums when the defending MEAC and Black College Football champions host backyard rival Elon University on Saturday. The North Carolina A&T board of trustees unanimously approved a resolution during the summer permitting alcohol sales at most of the […]
Black and Gold Convocation brings distinguished alumnus to App State
Freshman and transfer students were officially recognized as App State’s newest Mountaineers Tuesday during the annual Black and Gold Convocation ceremony. This year’s welcome did not reflect the common reading like in the past, but speaker and alumnus Harry Williams reflected on his success and passion at App State. Williams, class of ‘86, ‘88 and […]
HIGHER EDUCATION ADVOCACY ORGANIZATIONS CALL ON CONGRESS TO PASS THE FUTURE ACT BEFORE SEPTEMBER 30TH
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, DC (September 3, 2019) – Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) president & CEO Dr. Harry L. Williams is joined today by the presidents and CEOs of the American Indian Higher Education Consortium, Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education, and United Negro College Fund, […]
THURGOOD MARSHALL COLLEGE FUND STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF DAVID KOCH
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON, DC – (August 23, 2019) – “On behalf of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and our 47 member-schools we send our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Mr. David Koch, former executive vice president of Koch Industries. In 2017, TMCF was honored to receive a $25.6 million […]
Conservative Philanthropist David Koch Dead at 79
His conservative politics drew the ire of those on the political left. But billionaire philanthropist David Koch, who passed away on Friday, is also being remembered as a staunch supporter of historically Black colleges in particular and higher education in general. Koch, along with his brother Charles, donated funds to HBCUs and the organizations that […]
Six UAPB graduates hired by Northrop Grumman
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) graduates are continuing to build a legacy of professionalism to be proud of for the institution. Each year, students take part in career fairs, leadership conferences, internships and Cooperative Education opportunities with the goal of landing successful careers upon graduation. The legacy continues with six students who majored […]
McDonald’s of Greater North Texas Restaurants to Hire Thousands across Dallas-Ft. Worth and Tyler Area
DALLAS, Aug. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — To better serve the community and foster continued economic development, McDonald’s of Greater North Texas is looking to hire up to 3,000 new employees during its local Hiring Day event on Tuesday, Aug. 13 from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm. At each restaurant, interested applicants are encouraged to bring […]
THURGOOD MARSHALL COLLEGE FUND CELEBRATES 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF TEACHER QUALITY AND RETENTION PROGRAM SUMMER INSTITUTE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Thurgood Marshall College Fund: tmcfpress@tmcf.org Washington, DC (August 5, 2019) – The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) celebrated the 10 year anniversary of the Teacher Quality and Retention Program (TQRP) Summer Institute at its annual two-week conference in Houston, TX with 92, aspiring new teachers representing 28 of TMCF’s 47 […]
Kamala Harris Wants to Invest in STEM at HBCUs. But Does Her Plan Ignore Pressing Needs?
Sen. Kamala D. Harris on Friday became the latest Democratic presidential candidate to highlight the importance of historically black colleges and universities, or HBCUs, when she proposed a policy to dedicate $60 billion to STEM programs and infrastructure for those institutions. Harris is the only HBCU graduate on the roster of Democratic candidates, and her […]
Thurgood Marshall College Fund President and CEO to speak at App State’s 2019 Black and Gold Convocation
BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University will welcome students — both new and returning — for the 2019–20 academic year during its 2019 Black and Gold Convocation ceremony. Chancellor Sheri Everts will give the opening remarks at the ceremony. Appalachian faculty, staff and students, as well as the public, are invited to attend this free […]
Alabama A&M Students Win Two of Six National Thurgood Marshall College Fund Scholarships
Two Alabama A&M students recently received TMCF/McDonald’s Scholarships. Only six of these are awarded nationally each year. According to A&M, Joshua Baker and Ariana Griggs each received a $10,000 scholarship, an all-expense paid trip to the Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour, behind-the-scenes access to tour talent, one-on-one interaction with local McDonald’s owner/operators, front row concert seats, […]
THURGOOD MARSHALL COLLEGE FUND AND HENNESSY SELECT 10 HBCU MBA STUDENTS FOR INAUGURAL COHORT OF HENNESSY FELLOWS
New York, NY – (July 29, 2019) – Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and Hennessy announced today, the selection of the inaugural cohort of the newly formed Hennessy Fellows. The Hennessy Fellows are hand selected MBA graduate students from America’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The Hennessy Fellows is an annual graduate program for […]
TMCF And Hennessy Select Howard University MBA Students For Inaugural Cohort Of Fellows
WASHINGTON – Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and Hennessy announced today, the selection of the inaugural cohort of the Hennessy Fellows. Three of the 10 hand-selected participants are MBA graduate students from Howard University. The Fellows will spend a week in New York City for an intense executive boot camp experience where they will focus […]
DSU hosts 2019 HBCU Philanthropy Symposium
For the ninth straight year, Delaware State University hosted the 2019 Historically Black Colleges and Universities Philanthropy Symposium from July 22-25 at Dover Downs Hotel and Casino. Attended by more than 100 fundraising and institutional advancement professionals from many of the 101 HBCUs in the U.S., the symposium — held this year under the theme […]