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The Importance of Including Quincy Jones in US Music Education: A Reflection of Racial Segregation in American Classrooms

Quincy Jones, a musical legend who passed away on November 3, 2024, at the age of 91, left an indelible mark on American music history. Despite his immense influence and contributions to the music...

Establishing The Dr. John Brooks Slaughter NSBE Endowed Fund: A Tribute to Philanthropist Sandra J. Evers-Manly’s Legacy of Excellence

Sandra Evers-Manly, a visionary champion of untold stories, cultural empowerment, and educational opportunity, has recently established the Dr. John Brooks Slaughter NSBE Fund at the University of Southern California’s Viterbi School of Engineering. This...

Remembering | Diverse Perspectives in Higher Education

Christopher Edley Jr. was a prominent legal and public policy scholar who co-founded the Harvard Civil Rights Project with Dr. Gary Orfield. His dedication to ensuring that higher education remained accessible and diverse was...

Nigerian Organizations Encouraged to Apply for Education Grant from U.S. Embassy

The U.S. Mission in Nigeria is offering a grant program to support talented, low-income Nigerian students who aspire to study in the United States. This initiative aims to empower students from underprivileged backgrounds by...

NSU professors immerse students in American history and 60s counterculture – KTBS

At Northwestern State University (NSU) in Louisiana, professors are taking a unique approach to teaching American history by bringing the 1960s counterculture to life for their students. Through engaging lectures, interactive activities, and thought-provoking...

Douglas County schools consider adding AP African American studies to curriculum

The Douglas County school board is set to make a decision on whether to introduce a new Advanced Placement course on African American studies, a move that has sparked controversy and pushback from conservatives...

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