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William Peace University Receives $2.99 Million Federal Grant for Career Readiness Expansion

William Peace University Receives $2.99 Million Federal Grant for Career Readiness Expansion

William Peace University has been awarded a five-year, $2.99 million Title III Strengthening Institutions Program (SIP) grant from the U.S. Department of Education. This grant, the first major competitive federal grant and Title III award in the university's 169-year history, aims to enhance career readiness and student success support for all its students. The funding period for this award is from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2031. President Jennifer Walsh stated that this grant is a significant investment in the future of their students, helping the university ensure every graduate possesses the necessary skills, experiences, and confidence for a meaningful career. Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) championed the Title III grant funding, emphasizing its importance for career readiness training and the role of independent colleges in strengthening the workforce and economic vitality.
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Central State University Receives $1.7 Million Grant from U.S. Department of Education

Central State University Receives $1.7 Million Grant from U.S. Department of Education

Central State University, Ohio's only public Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), has been awarded a $1.7 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education. This funding was provided through the Supplemental Historically Black Colleges and Universities Grant program. The grant is part of a larger nationwide investment exceeding $174 million aimed at strengthening HBCUs and expanding educational opportunities for their students. Congressman Mike Turner, R-Ohio, expressed his satisfaction with this investment, highlighting his ongoing partnership with Central State University to enhance its access to federal resources as an 1890 land-grant institution. The university's president, Morakinyo A.O. Kuti, stated that the funds will support efforts to ensure sustainable growth, empower faculty, and advance the institution's mission, ultimately preparing students to contribute to Ohio's workforce.
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U.S. Representative French Hill Secures Additional Federal Funding for Arkansas HBCUs

U.S. Representative French Hill Secures Additional Federal Funding for Arkansas HBCUs

U.S. Representative French Hill (R-AR) joined leaders from Arkansas's Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to announce additional federal funding. This funding, totaling approximately $4 million for Arkansas's four HBCUs, was part of a larger $174 million allocation from the U.S. Department of Education to HBCUs nationwide. Philander Smith University, one of the institutions, is set to receive $1,139,146 from this one-time allocation. The announcement, made on the Philander Smith campus, included representatives from Arkansas Baptist College, Shorter College, and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. The leaders emphasized the critical role HBCUs play in providing higher education pathways, especially for first-generation students and those with significant financial needs. This federal funding is distinct from the proposed IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act, a bipartisan bill co-sponsored by Representative Hill, which aims to establish competitive grants for long-term infrastructure and facili...
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Arkansas HBCUs Receive $4 Million in Federal Funding, Philander Smith University Secures Over $1.1 Million

Arkansas HBCUs Receive $4 Million in Federal Funding, Philander Smith University Secures Over $1.1 Million

Philander Smith University, alongside other Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in Arkansas, has announced the receipt of approximately $4 million in additional federal funding. This allocation is part of a larger $174 million distribution from the U.S. Department of Education to HBCUs nationwide. Philander Smith University specifically received $1,139,146 from this one-time allocation. The announcement was made at a press conference on the Philander Smith campus, attended by Philander Smith University President and CEO Dr. Maurice D. Gipson, U.S. Rep. French Hill, and leaders from Arkansas Baptist College, Shorter College, and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. The funding aims to bolster the institutions' capacity to serve students and communities, particularly focusing on first-generation students, those with significant financial needs, and individuals seeking to complete their college education.
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Citadel's Griffin donates $3 billion to Carnegie Mellon with plans for Miami campus

Citadel's Griffin donates $3 billion to Carnegie Mellon with plans for Miami campus

By Svea Herbst-Bayliss NEW YORK, Sept 30 (Reuters) - Billionaire investor Ken Griffin is donating $3 billion to Carnegie Mellon University to build a new campus in Miami and support initiatives at its Pittsburgh base, including hiring leading academics and making the school more affordable for
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Cornell rarely expels students in sex assault cases | Exclusive

Cornell rarely expels students in sex assault cases | Exclusive

A third of undergraduate women say they've been sexually assaulted. But on average, Cornell reported expelling just one attacker per year.
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Jobs for the Future and College in High School Alliance Propose Federal Grant Framework for Dual Enrollment

Jobs for the Future and College in High School Alliance Propose Federal Grant Framework for Dual Enrollment

Jobs for the Future (JFF) and the College in High School Alliance (CHSA) have introduced a new federal grant framework aimed at assisting states in modernizing their dual enrollment infrastructure. This proposal seeks to expand access to high-quality, transferable, and accessible dual enrollment programs across the nation. While 82% of high schools currently offer dual enrollment, many statewide systems face significant challenges, including fragmented data systems, inconsistent credit transfer policies, insufficient educator capacity, and a lack of coordination between K–12 and higher education institutions. The organizations argue that addressing these systemic issues requires a stronger federal role, as local program expansion alone cannot overcome these structural barriers. The proposed framework, informed by state leaders and experts, focuses on helping states develop, improve, or modernize their statewide infrastructure to support these programs.
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Hedge fund CEO Ken Griffin gives record $3B to Carnegie Mellon to build Miami campus

Hedge fund CEO Ken Griffin gives record $3B to Carnegie Mellon to build Miami campus

Carnegie Mellon University announced Wednesday that hedge fund CEO Ken Griffin is donating $3 billion, with the bulk of the money to be used to start a new campus in Miami that will focus on societal challenges
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Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Considers Overhaul Amid Structural Deficits

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Considers Overhaul Amid Structural Deficits

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Chancellor Scott Olson announced that the higher education system is facing structural deficits and is considering an administrative restructuring. This move is a response to financial pressures stemming from inflation and issues with state funding. Olson stated that the goal is to maintain affordability and continue to meet Minnesota’s workforce needs. The Minnesota State system is the largest higher education provider in the state, serving 270,000 students across 54 campus locations and 33 institutions, and employing 14,000 individuals. The proposed restructuring could lead to a reduction in staff, including fewer presidents, vice presidents, and deans, with the possibility of one president overseeing multiple institutions. Olson also mentioned the potential for closing or merging school buildings, citing a historical precedent in Rochester where two colleges were combined. While no specific plan has been finalized, a preliminary plan is expected to be presented ...
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Talent isn't the problem for rural students. Access is. | Opinion

Talent isn't the problem for rural students. Access is. | Opinion

A Vanderbilt student shares how rural schools lack the resources and college prep to compete with urban peers.
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U.S. Representative French Hill Announces $4.2 Million in Federal Funding for Arkansas HBCUs

U.S. Representative French Hill Announces $4.2 Million in Federal Funding for Arkansas HBCUs

U.S. Representative French Hill, alongside University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Chancellor Anthony Graham and leaders from other Arkansas Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), announced over $4.2 million in additional federal funding. This funding, provided through the U.S. Department of Education’s Title III Strengthening Historically Black Colleges and Universities Program, is intended to bolster institutional capacity and enhance student success at Arkansas's four HBCUs. UAPB alone will receive $1.6 million of this allocation. The announcement took place at Philander Smith University in Little Rock on September 28. Representative Hill, who co-chairs the bipartisan Congressional HBCU Caucus, emphasized that investing in HBCUs is an investment in young people, the workforce, and community success. The supplemental funds are designed to support academic programs, student services, facilities, technology, and financial management.
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Dr. Angela Marquez Appointed to Colorado State Advisory Committee for Higher Education

Dr. Angela Marquez Appointed to Colorado State Advisory Committee for Higher Education

Dr. Angela Marquez, Vice President of External Strategy and Chief of Staff at the Community College of Aurora (CCA), has been appointed to a newly established advisory committee for the Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE). This committee, known as the Advisory Committee on Thriving Institution Outcomes, will play a crucial role in advising the CDHE on the requirements for the state's new Thriving Institution designation. Furthermore, the committee will assist in selecting institutions that will receive this designation. Dr. Marquez's appointment is recognized as a statewide honor, elevating the Community College of Aurora's standing. The committee's formation follows the state law HB26-1006, which established the initiative earlier this summer. Dr. Marquez will serve as the representative for first-generation institutions, a significant role given that 51.8% of CCA students are the first in their families to attend higher education.