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How hip-hop has enhanced American education over the past 50 years, from rec rooms to classrooms

One of my most heartwarming memories from elementary school was the day my gym teacher tossed the planned activities, turned on some hip-hop music and just let us dance. I smile thinking of us all jumping around wild, crazy, happy and free.

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Georgia's Stacey Abrams to join faculty at Howard University

Georgia’s Stacey Abrams will join the faculty at Howard University in Washington, D

The Independent UK

Stacey Abrams is chosen as Howard University's first chair for race and Black politics

In her new role, Abrams will lead research across the university on political issues impacting Black Americans. She begins her multi-year appointment at the University starting this September.

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Stacey Abrams has a new gig: professor at Howard University

WASHINGTON — Former candidate for Georgia governor Stacey Abrams, who remains one of the Democratic Party’s most recognizable figures, will serve as Howard University’s inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics.

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Racist and sexist depictions of human evolution still permeate science, education and popular culture today

Systemic racism and sexism have permeated civilization since the rise of agriculture, when people started living in one place for a long time. Early Western scientists, such as Aristotle in ancient Greece, were indoctrinated with the ethnocentric and misogynistic narratives that permeated their society. More than 2,000 years after Aristotle’s…

The Conversation

Globetrotting Black nutritionist Flemmie P. Kittrell revolutionized early childhood education and illuminated 'hidden hunger'

Nutrition is among the most critical issues of our time. Diet-related illnesses are shortening life spans and the lack of conveniently located and affordable nutritious food makes it hard for many Americans to enjoy good health.

The Conversation

How the Only All-Black Team in College Swimming Became the Sport's Hottest Ticket

Howard University coach Nic Askew isn’t just building a strong program; he’s building something bigger.

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Baltimore museum exhibit about the Great Migration gives artist chance to ‘let go of the past,’ heal family ties

BALTIMORE — Some journeys begin on foot, with a frightened glance over the shoulder and a rush into the night. But Larry W. Cook Jr.’s great migration began with the click of his camera lens.

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James Patterson donates to PEN America, Howard University

Howard University, PEN America and Scholastic Book Clubs are among the latest recipients of donations from James Patterson, the bestselling author who has given over $100 million to literary and literacy programs

The Independent UK

Could Telfar’s policy of accessibility spell doom for its popular bags?

The company’s event at a Rainbow fashion outlet has divided many on the future prospects of the ‘Bushwick Birkin’

The Guardian - US

Can former NBA stars restore glory to HBCU college basketball?

Former players such as Kenny Anderson and Reggie Theus are working to bring historically black colleges back to prominence

The Guardian - US

‘This is terrorism, and it must stop’: Historic Black college receives two bomb threats within 48 hours

At least 57 historically Black colleges and universities were targeted earlier this year

The Independent UK

Disney Launches Fund To Create Jobs For Black Students In Media And Entertainment

The Walt Disney Co. (NYSE: DIS) has created a Disney Storytellers Fund at Howard University, a historically Black educational institution in Washington, D.C., with the goal of creating employment opportunities in the media and entertainment industries.

Benzinga

Diddy Pledges $1M Donations to Howard, Jackson State at BET Awards

“Because we should play for us!”

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On Juneteenth weekend, Black activists march for abortion rights

Black abortion rights leaders say reproductive justice and racial justice are inextricably connected.

Daily Mirror

Travis Scott attends sister's graduation ahead of first concert since Astroworld tragedy

Travis Scott - who shares two children with Kylie Jenner - performed on stage publicly for the first time in almost six months over the weekend, following the Astroworld disaster that saw 10 people lose their lives last year

Zenger

Howard Golfer Teed Off For HBCU Programs At Wells Fargo Event

Gregory Odom Jr. gained sponsor exemption for pro tournament.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Greg Odom Jr. repeats, Howard wins team title at PGA Works Collegiate Championship

Make it two in a row for Greg Odom Jr. While you're at it, make it a team title for Howard University.

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The Independent UK

Washington DC shooting: Three shot as police tell people to ‘shelter in place’

Howard University law students reportedly heard gunfire nearby

The Independent UK

Mask mandates return to US college campuses as cases rise

Facing a rise in COVID-19, several U.S. universities are reinstating mask mandates, sometimes just days after dropping them

Chicago Sun-Times

Mystery remains around Brittney Griner’s case in Russia

As extraordinary as her circumstances are, the details surrounding Griner’s case remain mostly unknown as a crucial court date approaches next month. Russian prosecutors have offered little clarity and the U.S. government has made only measured statements.

The Independent UK

2 months after Griner's arrest, mystery surrounds her case

WNBA All-Star and two-time Olympic gold medalist Brittney Griner is easily the most prominent American citizen known to be jailed by a foreign government

Dynamite News

India-US Relationship: Jaishankar lauds US help during second COVID-19 wave in India

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday appreciated the US for helping India during the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Full story on Dynamite News:

The Independent UK

Obamas, students cheer high court's 1st Black female justice

Lawmakers erupted in cheers after Vice President Kamala Harris announced the confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court

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Amid congressional focus on HBCUs, Senate Democrats to huddle at Howard University - Roll Call

With an increasing spotlight on historically Black colleges and universities, Senate Democrats will conduct a retreat at Howard University.

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