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Biden focuses on outreach to Black Americans; Billie Eilish finds herself

President Biden will cap off a week of outreach to Black Americans with commencement at Morehouse College. Billie Eilish tells Morning Edition how she found herself on her newest album.

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Morehouse College President Allows Silent Protests During Biden's Speech

Morehouse College allows silent protests during President Biden's speech, balancing free speech and order.

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Biden will cap off a week of outreach to Black Americans with Morehouse commencement

President Biden met with plaintiffs from the Brown v. Board of Education case Thursday. On Friday, he's meeting with members of historically Black sororities and fraternities.

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Morehouse College faculty votes to give Biden honorary doctorate in split vote

Vote to confer was a 50-38 decision as students and alumni protest at Biden being commencement speaker over handling of Gaza war

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President Biden Commemorates Brown V. Board Of Education Anniversary

President Biden commemorates 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, emphasizing racial equity and engaging with Black communities.

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Biden To Address Morehouse College Amid Israel-Hamas Tensions

President Biden's upcoming commencement address at Morehouse College sparks debate and reflects broader societal tensions.

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Student protests caused mostly minor disruptions at several graduation ceremonies

From California to North Carolina, students staged chants and walkouts over the weekend in protest of Israel's ongoing military offensive in Gaza.

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Student newsrooms at HBCUs to receive $200,000 in boost for journalism

Ten Historically Black Colleges and Universities in line for grants for technology, operations, audience engagement and reporting

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Morehouse students criticize Biden as commencement speaker: ‘A political pawn to get Black votes’

Students react to the speaker announcement while school officials stand by the decision

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Biden Faces Backlash Over Morehouse College Commencement Speech

President Biden set to address Morehouse College amidst controversy over Israel stance and support for HBCUs.

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President Biden To Deliver Commencement Speech At Morehouse College

President Biden's commencement speech at Morehouse College raises concerns amid protests over his support for Israel's military campaign.

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Black college leaders look for support to improve facilities and research

More than 40 presidents of historically Black colleges and universities and dozens of other leaders are gathering in Atlanta this week for a summit conference organized by the United Negro College Fund to discuss opportunities to better support the estimated 300,000 students who attend these schools.

Tribune News Service

Black colleges face crunch as Supreme Court ruling drives influx of students

Historically Black Colleges and Universities are gearing up for an increase in applicants following a U.S. Supreme Court decision barring schools from using race as a factor in admissions.

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Christine King Farris, the last living sibling of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., dies at 95

After the assassination of her brother, Farris worked along with his widow, Coretta Scott King, to preserve and promote his legacy — often behind the scenes.

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Martin Luther King's sister Christine King Farris dies as tributes paid to activist hero

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Christine King Farris, the last living sibling of Martin Luther King Jr., dies at 95

Christine King Farris, the last living sibling of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., has died

WEKU

Ida B. Wells Society internships mired by funding issues, says Nikole Hannah-Jones

Journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones says administrative delays have made it impossible to carry on with several academic projects intended to foster the careers of young Black investigative journalists.

The Guardian - US

‘Cop City’ opposition spreads beyond Georgia forest defenders

Law enforcement training center has drawn attention and concern from a broad range of local and national US voices who worry about its impact

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US midterms: all eyes are on Georgia's black vote

Voting for the midterm elections gets underway on Tuesday across the United States. In the deep south state of Georgia, with its bitter past of racial segregation, African Americans hope that for the first time ever a black woman will fill the position of governor. RFI met with grassroots groups…

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Jaylen Brown-backed tourney for Donda Academy canceled due to Ye West ties

The event, which was to be played at HBCU Morehouse College, was canceled over Ye's 'divisive and unproductive statements'.

WEKU

After the rise of BLM, Black students and their families are heading back to HBCUs

Some historically Black colleges and universities have seen increases in application and enrollment numbers after years of decline.

Tribune News Service

In Georgia Senate race, a historic faceoff between 2 Black men

ATLANTA — When Michael Thurmond ran to become Georgia's labor commissioner in 1998, he received a warning from a fellow Democrat: Don't run.

WEKU

Atlanta officers won't face charges from 2020 arrest of 2 college students

On bodycam footage, officers are shown confronting two young Black adults, Taniyah Pilgrim and Messiah Young, after the pair were out past curfew following protests over George Floyd's death.

Benzinga

Ralph Lauren Unveils Morehouse And Spelman Colleges Collection

Ralph Lauren Corp (NYSE:RL) has expanded its partnership with Morehouse College and Spelman College, unveiling a limited-edition collection inspired by the schools' heritage and traditions. The Polo Ralph Lauren Exclusively for Morehouse and Spelman Colleges Collection seeks to honor the history of both schools. The full collection includes outerwear, knits, tailored suits, dresses,…

Tribune News Service

Morehouse College creates institute for Black male research

ATLANTA — For more than 150 years, Morehouse College has built a reputation as a leading institution to educate Black men.

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