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Historically Black colleges and universities do more than offer Black youths a pathway to opportunity and success – I teach criminology, and my research suggests another benefit

Historically Black colleges and universities, often known as HBCUs, are well known for their deep roots in U.S. higher education and proven effectiveness at graduating Black students who go on to become professionally successful.

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Who Is Mackenzie Scott? The Billionaire Using Her Net Worth to Quietly Redefine Howard University's Future

MacKenzie Scott's $80 million donation to Howard University sets a new milestone for HBCUs and redefines how philanthropy supports higher education.

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MacKenzie Scott gifts $80 million to Howard University, marking one of the school’s largest donations in its 158-year history

Howard University says the gift comes at an “opportune time” as the government shutdown has delayed annual federal appropriations.

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One killed and six injured after shooting at Pennsylvania’s Lincoln University

One armed person detained as historically Black college shooting comes amid rising violence at homecoming events

The Guardian - US

At least four people shot near Howard University, Washington DC police say

Police say one person in critical condition and one person in serious condition but no details on suspect or suspects

The Guardian - US

‘He wasn’t this national hero’: US college students voice concern over Charlie Kirk’s idolization

Black, brown and LGBTQ+ students across the US are puzzled by all the praise the far-right commentator has received after his killing

The Guardian - US

Chadwick Boseman play about police brutality to receive UK premiere in London

Deep Azure, written by the late Black Panther star in response to the death of a fellow college student, will open at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse next year

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‘A dog cemetery would not be treated like this’: the fight to preserve Black burial grounds in the US

In the absence of federal oversight, Black communities band together to stave off development on historic resting places

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Anthony Anderson's home broken into

Anthony Anderson's Los Angeles home has been broken into while he was out.

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‘HillmanTok’: how The Cosby Show inspired resistance to Trump’s war on Black education

A riff on the university setting of A Different World, the world’s first crowd-sourced HBCU is expanding online

The Guardian - US

Inside the 100-year fight to get a Black revolutionary pardoned

Joe Biden’s pardon of Marcus Garvey capped a decades-long campaign to restore the reputation of one of the most significant Black leaders of the 20th century

The Guardian - US

Hope and Defeat at Howard University

They had gathered expecting to celebrate a historic Kamala Harris presidency. The next day, they took stock of their loss. Photographer Barbara Davidson chronicled the highs and lows of two days in Washington, D.C.

Capital & Main

US election result: Where did Harris and her campaign go wrong?

A late start, a failure to differentiate herself from Biden, and the loss of key voting groups made victory impossible.

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I went to Harris's concession speech—here's what I heard from Black women

Vice President Kamala Harris chose her alma mater Howard University as the site for her speech.

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Biden pledges ‘peaceful transition’, dodges ironies in US election defeat

Joe Biden offered Donald Trump congratulations on his election victory, and also tried to console Democrats.

The Independent UK

2024’s election results don’t just resemble Trump’s 2016 win over Hillary Clinton. They’re almost identical

Clinton was the favorite to take the White House in 2016 and her defeat sent shockwaves around the country

The Guardian - US

Kamala Harris concedes to Trump but urges supporters to ‘never give up’

Democratic nominee calls on US citizens shattered by election result to ‘organize, mobilize and stay engaged’

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Nancy Pelosi Displays Emotion At Harris Concession Speech

Nancy Pelosi's emotional display at Vice President Harris' concession speech after a surprising election outcome.

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Kamala Harris Concedes Election But Vows To Continue Fight

Vice President Kamala Harris delivers a powerful concession speech at Howard University, urging supporters to continue fighting for values like freedom, op...

The Guardian - US

Harris voters mourn loss after sobering concession speech: ‘There’s nothing left’

Sorrow pervades Howard University campus as Democratic candidate encourages supporters to ‘keep fighting’

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Kamala Harris Delivers Emotional Concession Speech At Howard University

Kamala Harris delivers a moving concession speech at Howard University, inspiring hope and unity among supporters.

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Kamala Harris's 2024 Election Concession Speech Suit Sends a Message of Unity

She spoke to supporters for a final time in a look reflecting her optimistic remarks.

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Vice President Kamala Harris Urges Hope Amid Uncertain Times

Vice President Kamala Harris delivers a powerful message of hope and resilience at Howard University, urging unity and optimism in challenging times.

The Independent UK

‘My heart is full today’: Harris concedes loss to Trump as others warn about his second term

‘My greatest concern is that people like myself, people like General [Mark] Milley, Mark Esper won’t be there,’ Olivia Troye, who worked in the first Trump administration, told The Independent

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Vice President Kamala Harris Concedes Election, Thanks Supporters

Vice President Kamala Harris delivers a heartfelt concession speech at Howard University, expressing gratitude to family, President Biden, First Lady Jill ...

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