THURGOOD MARSHALL COLLEGE FUND (TMCF) STATEMENT ON AIM HIGHER ACT
Although we are awaiting a final draft of the legislation, The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) applauds a number of provisions in the Act…
Aim Higher Act’ House Bill Draws Praise from Higher Ed Groups
Dr. Harry L. Williams, president and CEO of TMCF, said a number of the provisions “would not only help to ensure that aspiring students have access to the schools that TMCF represents, but also allows students to persist and graduate from our member-schools… “
Thurgood Marshall College Fund Statement On HBCU Capital Financing U.S. Government Accounting Office (GAO) Report
The program is a tremendous resource which has provided several publicly-supported HBCUs with access to low-cost loans to perform necessary repairs, renovate existing facilities and more.
3rd Annual Thurgood Marshall College Fund Teacher Fellow Summit Makes Impact On Maryland and Mississippi Educators
During the six-day summit held July 22-28 in Houston, TX, participants engaged in professional development, educational enrichment, and STEM competition preparation workshops.
Morgan State Student Receives First McDonald’s-TMCF Scholarship
The $10,000 Thurgood Marshall College Fund Scholarship is one of five scholarships McDonald’s has agreed to sponsor throughout the year.
Sens. Coons, Murkowski, Harris introduce bill to recognize ‘Hidden Figures’ for contributions to U.S. leadership during the Space Race
Legislation will award Congressional Gold Medals to Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, and Dr. Christine Darden for their work at NASA
HBCUs and PBIs Usher in New Era of Cybersecurity
As a high demand for skilled laborers in cybersecurity and information technology continues – and concerns surge about the nation’s national security – historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) have stepped up to train their students for the jobs of the future.
FAMU Student Selected as a Thurgood Marshall College Fund Leadership Institute Scholar
The conference in October prepares selected students from the 47 publicly-supported Historically Black Colleges and Universities to compete in today’s competitive global workforce.
The ‘Next Black Female Mark Zuckerberg’ is Developing A.I. and Drone Technology at FAMU
In the pursuit of her ambitions to outdo Zuckerberg, she’s revived the computer science research program at FAMU, where she is working on four artificial intelligence projects.
Rho Phi Sigma Alumni partner with CF Intermediate
Through the lens of these programs, members determine how best they can serve their respective communities.
Most Expensive HBCUs Keep Tuition Costs Lower Than National Average
The most affordable historically Black colleges and universities were ranked for a new study.
HBCUs Aid the Rise of Black Women
HBCUs are producing a new generation of young women who view the attainment of knowledge as a liberating force, as a foundation for democracy and as an essential imperative for defining the role of women as citizens of the world.
Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver To Be Honored At TMCF’s 18th Annual New Jersey Awards Of Excellence
“Every year TMCF honors extraordinary New Jersey leaders who are working to live up to the legacy and impact of Justice Thurgood Marshall,” said Dr. Harry L. Williams, president & CEO of TMCF. “This year, we honor four outstanding women that every aspiring attorney or public servant should look up to with pride and distinction.”
President Ronald Mason Announces $1 Million Scholarship Program and Capital Builders Entrepreneurial Training Initiative at UDC
The 1 million grant award to support the Capital Builders Center is a three-year grant administered by the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and is touted as a public-private partnership with the Clifton Foundation, UDC and the District of Columbia government.
Three HBCUs Partner in DC Entrepreneur Scholarship Program
Three historically Black colleges and universities have announced a $1 million program to develop the entrepreneurial aspirations of students from the District of Columbia who will enroll at their institutions.
North Carolina Governor appoints Dr. N. Joyce Payne to the North Carolina Council for Women
“I appreciate the commitment these appointees bring to improving our state,” Gov. Cooper said. “We’re fortunate to have their skills and experience on our state boards and commissions.”
HBCUs Are Producing a New Generation of Young Women
HBCUs are producing a new generation of young women who view the attainment of knowledge as a liberating force, as a foundation for democracy, and as an essential imperative for defining the role of women as citizens of the world.