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Jeff Bezos's ex-wife MacKenzie Scott has given over $1 billion to HBCUs: From a $42 million gift to Elizabeth City State to $80 million for Howard University, here’s the full list

Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife MacKenzie Scott’s donations: MacKenzie Scott has donated more than $1 billion to historically Black colleges and universities. Her latest gift of $42 million went to Elizabeth City State University. Scott’s donations are largely unrestricted, giving institutions significant flexibility in how they use the funds. She has donated…

The Economic Times

MacKenzie Scott's latest donation takes her HBCU giving to well over $1 billion

The billionaire philanthropist has a multi-year streak of transformative, no-strings-attached giving to historically Black colleges and universities.

Fortune

Quote of the day by Toni Morrison: 'Make a difference about something other than...' - motivational quote by Pulitzer prize-winning author of Beloved on living with purpose and why making a difference starts with others

Quote of the day by Toni Morrison: Nobel laureate Toni Morrison inspired people to look beyond themselves. Her words emphasized making a difference through actions that help others. Morrison, a celebrated author, explored Black American experiences and injustice. She became the first Black woman to win the Nobel Prize in…

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Some college students reinstated after university unenrolled more than 500 freshmen just days before move-in

University officials said students were removed for failing to meet payment-related deadlines

The Independent UK

Howard University president says more than 200 students readmitted after mass unenrollment

Howard University's interim president says over 200 of the more than 500 first-year incoming students who were unenrolled for the fall semester have been readmitted to the school

The Independent UK

Howard University disenrolled over 500 students. Black college hopefuls seem to be losing ground on all sides

HBCUs offer more than higher education – they provide a safe haven for Black students and an investment in their wellbeing

The Guardian - US

Some schools are extending admissions for students unenrolled by Howard University

Howard University notified hundreds of first-year incoming students that their spots for the upcoming semester were no longer being held

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New York offers college admission for residents unenrolled from Howard University

Historically Black institution withdrew more than 500 first-year students for missed tuition payments

The Guardian - US

Howard University withdraws admission offers of 502 incoming students over missed payment deadlines

Howard University has withdrawn admission for 502 incoming students before the fall semester. These students failed to meet financial aid and tuition payment deadlines. The university communicated requirements repeatedly to students and their families. Affected students face challenges finding new universities and securing aid quickly. Howard University will review individual…

The Times of India

502 students lose spots at Howard University over tuition payments just weeks before classes start

More than 500 incoming students at Howard University have learned this week that they have been unenrolled from the Washington, D.C., school and no longer have spots for the upcoming fall semester that begins Aug. 17

The Independent UK

College student prospect accepted into 42 schools disenrolled from chosen university just days before moving in

University disenrolled more than 500 incoming freshman

The Independent UK

Philanthropy queen: Jeff Bezos' ex-wife MacKenzie Scott's $26.4 billion donations earn her a prestigious Forbes honour

MacKenzie Scott has spent the past several years doing something few billionaires have attempted at such scale: giving away vast amounts of wealth as quickly as possible. That approach has now earned the Amazon co-founder and former wife of Jeff Bezos a place on Forbes' Iconoclast 50 list, which recognises…

The Times of India

MacKenzie Scott's latest donation takes her HBCU giving to well over $1 billion

The billionaire philanthropist's $42 million gift to Elizabeth City State University caps a multi-year streak of transformative, no-strings-attached giving to historically Black colleges and universities.

Fortune

Why going to an HBCU might be better for Black students’ health

A study found correlation between the environment and long-term wellness in sample of 1,978 who attended college between 1940-80

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Who Was the First Black Person to Win an Oscar? Hattie McDaniel’s Legacy

Discover the powerful story of Hattie McDaniel, the first African American to win an Oscar in 1940. From a segregated ceremony to Sidney Poitier’s historic win.

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‘I really believe in revivals of Black work’: why a director brought back Chadwick Boseman’s play Deep Azure

The late actor’s writing was overshadowed by roles in blockbusters. Now, Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu is giving his play about grief the audience it deserves

The Independent UK

‘He was fulfilling his dream’: Chadwick Boseman’s brothers on bringing his play to the UK

IN FOCUS: Unbeknownst to many, the actor so beloved as Black Panther was also a playwright. Six years after his death, his 2005 play about the killing of his friend at the hands of a policeman is making its UK debut. His brothers, Kevin and Derrick, speak with Annabel Nugent…

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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.

Fortune

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.

The Guardian - US

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 - UK

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

The Guardian - US

‘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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