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Fayetteville State University Receives an Anonymous Donation to Support Free Summer School Program

Three female HBCU students walking and chatting on campus with the Fayetteville State University logo on the left side

In 2024, Fayetteville State University received an anonymous donation of $750,000 for the university’s 30-60-90 Graduate on Time Initiative.

Njioma Chinyere Grevious: The Violinist Redefining Classical Music

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Njioma Chinyere Grevious is making headlines in the classical music industry with her prestigious performances and recognitions. Learn more about her journey.

Negro Leagues Family Alliance Receives Grant From Major League Baseball

Youth baseball player, wearing a red jersey with the number 42 next to the Negro Leagues Family Alliance logo

In June 2024, the Negro Leagues Family Alliance was awarded a $500,000 grant from the Major League Baseball and Major League Baseball Players Association (MLB-MLBPA) Youth Development Foundation.

Dr. Mark A. Brown Becomes Tuskegee University’s 10th President

Dr. Mark A. Brown, standing in front of the Tuskegee University campus sign and speaking to the camera

Tuskegee University has appointed its 10th President, Dr. Mark A. Brown. Dr. Brown has extensive experience in education and previously served as the President and CEO of Student Freedom Initiative (SFI).

Robert F. Smith Interviewed at the 2024 Aspen Ideas Festival

Robert F. Smith onstage at the 2024 Aspen Ideas Festival being interviewed by NBC News’ Antonia Hylton

Robert F. Smith discussed digital equity, AI, diversity in tech and more with NBC News’ Antonia Hylton at the 2024 Aspen Ideas Festival in Aspen, Colorado.

Student Freedom Initiative’s Expansion Into TCUs Helps Underserved Native American Students

A college student wears a graduation cap, and to the left is positioned a logo of Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University

Student Freedom Initiative has expanded into TCUs to help even more often underserved and underrepresented students. Learn more.

Jeremiah Jacobs’ Wish Granted by Robert F. Smith and Make-A-Wish 

Jeremiah Jacobs and his family pose for a photograph outside with Robert F. Smith during Jeremiah’s Make-A-Wish Foundation wish

Learn more about Jeremiah Jacobs’ incredible Make-A-Wish story, which included the opportunity to meet Robert F. Smith.

internXL Partners With Focus Your Ideas (FYI), An Innovative AI-Powered Platform

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internXL’s partnership with FYI will help connect the rich pool of diverse talent that internXL cultivates with the innovative AI-powered app. Learn more.

Howard University’s College of Engineering and Architecture Receives Donation From Autodesk

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Howard University’s College of Engineering and Architecture received an unrestricted $5 million donation from Autodesk Inc.

The Impact of Black Women Inventors on Science and Technology

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Learn about Sarah E. Goode, Marie Van Brittan Brown, Valerie Thomas and Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson, four Black women inventors who helped propel science and technology forward through innovation.

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