Department of Education Report Confirms Parent PLUS Loan Program Changes Negatively Impacted Historically Black Colleges and Universities
The recently released Department of Education report on the tightened credit standards for the Parent PLUS Loan, “Changes in Financial Aid and Student Enrollment at Historically Black Colleges and Universities after the Tightening of PLUS Credit Standards”, demonstrates a clear disproportionate impact on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) finds this report disturbing, although not surprising.
Thurgood Marshall College Fund Partnering with Apple to Inspire the Next Generation of Talent
Today, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and Apple announced a partnership to identify, develop and harness talent from the nation’s community of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs). The over $40 million multi-year commitment from Apple is the largest and most comprehensive corporate investment ever given exclusively for students and faculty of four-year HBCUs.
Thurgood Marshall College Fund Congratulates Howard University Alumna Taraji P. Henson on NAACP Image Award
The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) congratulates Taraji P. Henson on her recent NAACP Image Award as Entertainer of the Year. Henson received this high honor for her starring role in the new drama “Empire”, which airs weekly on Fox.
Thurgood Marshall College Fund Applauds Obama Administration for $25 Million in Funding for Cybersecurity Education at HBCUs
The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) applauds the Obama Administration on its selection of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to receive $25 million in funding for Cybersecurity Education, announced TMCF President & CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr.
HBCU Advocacy and Relevance Remains the Priority in Washington – TMCF Helps Launch New HBCU Caucus
Last week (TMCF) helped to launch the new Bipartisan Congressional HBCU Caucus, chaired by Representatives Alma S. Adams (D-NC) and Bradley Byrne (R-AL). The Caucus was officially approved by the Committee on House Administration in the 114th Congress.
TMCF CEO on Financing College
TMCF President & CEO Johnny C. Taylor Jr. speaks about planning for college and getting scholarship money on Healthy, Wealthy and Wise on Philadelphia’s WURD radio station. Johnny speaks about TMCF member-schools – but also more broadly about college readiness in general.
TMCF President & CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. and WSJ Columnist Jason Riley Discuss the Future of The Black Community
This was the concluding panel of the symposium “Prospects for Black America: The Moynihan Report Turns 50,” held at the National Press Club to mark the 50th anniversary of then-Assistant Labor Secretary Daniel Patrick Moynihan’s study on the causes of black poverty in America.
What do struggling historically black colleges like SC State need to do to survive?
Students graduating from South Carolina State are no different from most recent grads: diploma in hand, they look forward to a bright future. But their alma mater’s future is more uncertain. The historically black college is facing mounting financial troubles and falling enrollment. Gwen Ifill discusses these challenges with Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., president of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund.
The U.S. Government’s Predatory-Lending Program
Michael Grunwald of Politico tells the story of the Parent PLUS Loan. America earns $3 billion a year charging strapped college parents above-market interest, but that’s not the only problem. TMCF President & CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. highlights the detrimental effects poorly thought-out revisions to the program have had on HBCUs.
The State of HBCUs in 2015
On the June 30th edition of “Igniting Change with Barbara Arnwine” Johnny C. Taylor Jr., President & CEO of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund discussed the contributions and relevancy of HBCUs; challenges and opportunities of HBCUs today; the difference between majority institutions vs. HBCUs; support needed for HBCUs; the special meaning to first generation college-students; the future of HBCUs; and how how people can help.
NHL ANNOUNCES 2015 NHL/THURGOOD MARSHALL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS AT CONGRESSIONAL HOCKEY CAUCUS
Three Youth Hockey Players to Each Receive Academic Scholarships; All Recipients Part of NHL’s Hockey Is For Everyone Initiative
Announcement Made at Congressional Hockey Caucus Event in Washington, D.C.
Thurgood Marshall College Fund Honors New Jersey Role Models At Its 15th Annual Awards of Excellence
The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) will host its 15th anniversary Awards of Excellence (AOE) dinner in the Newark, New Jersey community at Nanina’s in the Park on Thursday, March 19, 2015.
Beyond The Dream: The Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Beyond the Dream – TMCF President and CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. sits with Kelly Wright to discuss a $50 million contribution from Apple to the organization.
Thurgood Marshall College Fund Head Discusses $40+ Million Apple ‘Investment’ In HBCUs
Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., President and CEO of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, stopped by “NewsOne Now” to make a major announcement that could literally change the lives of thousands of HBCU students across the country.
Roland Martin & Johnny Taylor On Apple’s $40M Donation To Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Roland Martin talks to Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., President and CEO of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund about the $40M donation given by Apple that will go directly to Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. on “Let’s Talk Live”
TMCF President and CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. sit with Angela Stribling to discuss TMCF’s annual Leadership Institute and Awards Gala.
Roland Martin On Parent PLUS Loans & The Struggle Against HBCUs
Roland Martin talks to Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., the President and CEO of the Thurgood about the Parent PLUS Loan and its new polices made by the Department of Education under President Obama’s administration.