Jackson State University pursues top research status Professor Kamal Ali and his team at Jackson State University are developing sensors to study oysters' responses to environmental changes The Independent UK · Aug 18
The unknown photos that tell the story of the US’s Black colleges Rare photographs tucked away in HBCU archives are being preserved and widely shared with the world for the first time The Guardian - US · Jul 8
Jackson State’s new president will get leadership training for a role previously marked by turmoil Jackson State University’s new president will receive a year of leadership training as she transitions into the role The Independent UK · May 29
‘Excellence’: Smithsonian exhibit celebrates HBCUs amid attacks on Black history The Smithsonian’s African American history museum has partnered with HBCUs to display archival materials The Guardian - US · Mar 3
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. The Conversation · Feb 10
Rod Paige, first Black to serve as US secretary of education, dies at 92 Rod Paige, the first African American to serve as U.S. secretary of education, has died at 92 The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2025
Most colleges score low on helping students of all faiths – or none – develop a sense of belonging. Faculty can help change that What helps students from all walks of life have a good college experience? The Conversation · Nov 17, 2025
More than 60 years later, Langston Hughes’ ‘Black Nativity’ is still a pillar of African American theater During the end of every calendar year, a particular holiday performance pops up in African American communities and cultural centers across the nation. “Black Nativity” is a cherished cultural tradition to some and completely unknown to others. The Conversation · Dec 17, 2024
Deion Sanders Radiates Confidence In Stylish Black Ensemble And Shades Former NFL star turned successful head coach Deion Sanders captivates with charm and insights at a recent press conference, inspiring with his passion for ... Top News · Jun 20, 2024
Digital Scoreboards Latest Install Lights Up Jackson State's Arena A four-sided center-hung display, 60 feet of sideline LED, and an Electra-Voice audio system power Lee E. Williams Athletics & Assembly Center. AVNetwork · Feb 21, 2024
Biden voted for the Bayh-Dole Act 44 years ago–but the administration's plans to reinterpret it could undermine decades of world-leading U.S. innovation Much of the modern U.S. tech transfer process flows from a revolutionary yet little-known 1980 law called the Bayh-Dole Act. Fortune · Jan 5, 2024
Chicago-area student killed in shooting at Jackson State University. ‘He was a born leader.’ Jaylen Burns, an industrial technology student from the south suburbs, was killed Sunday at the Mississippi campus during homecoming weekend, officials said. Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 17, 2023
Deion Sanders explains why he would never be able to coach in the NFL Deion Sanders had coached Jackson State University for the last two years where he impressed before moving on to Colorado this off-season, but has ruled out a future move to the NFL Daily Mirror · Jun 21, 2023
NFL legend Deion Sanders hits out at teams following NFL Draft snub in "ashamed" rant Deion Sanders had coached Jackson State University for the past two seasons before joining Colorado off-season, and has been critical of NFL teams after just one of his players was drafted Daily Mirror · Apr 30, 2023
USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 20, 2022 Deion Sanders, Jackson State complete 11-0 regular season by downing Alcorn State Jackson State finishes its regular season 11-0, a school first
The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2022 Arson suspected in fires set in Mississippi's capital city Authorities in Mississippi’s capital city are on the hunt for a suspected arsonist who set seven fires early Tuesday morning
USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 14, 2022 Former Panthers CB Rashard Anderson dies Former Panthers first-round pick and Jackson State standout Rashard Anderson died on Wednesday.
Zenger · Feb 26, 2022 How One Man Sparked An ‘Evolution And Revolution’ In Meteorology John A. Peoples Jr. led the push to make Jackson State University a cutting-edge institution, starting with meteorology.