The all-female historically black college has received more applications for admission than they ever have in their 140-year existence. What We Know: Spelman has recently […]
Category: Education
USC Agrees to $1.1 Billion in Settlement with Hundreds of Women Alleging Abuse by Gynecologist
In total, the University of Southern California (USC) has agreed to pay out more than $1 billion for multiple settlement cases against ex-Dr. George Tyndall. […]
5,000 Fans Pack Barcelona Rock Concert After Covid-19 Tests
Spain held its first rock concerts since the pandemic began. What We Know: An attempt to ignite the music industry took place Saturday night in […]
University of Phoenix Students to Get Nearly $50 Million in False Ad Settlement
The Federal Trade Commission secured millions for students after allegations of the school using misleading advertising in its recruitment. What We Know: The $191 million […]
Chicago School Says Four-Year-Old Can’t Wear Braids
The mother of a student doesn’t approve of the “outdated” grooming policy. What We Know: Ida Nelson decided to braid her son Jett Hawkins’s hair […]
Puerto Rico Gets Over $900M In Education Funds Previously Restricted By Trump Admin
Puerto Rico has access to funds that were restricted to them under the Trump Administration. What We Know: Puerto Rico was awarded long-awaited funds after […]
HBCU President Shows Up Grad Student’s Basketball Skills in Viral Video
A graduate student from Virginia State University was showing off his basketball skills when an unexpected opponent stole the show. What We Know: According to […]
Efforts to Diversify Boston’s Elite High Schools Spur Hope and Outrage
The Hechinger Report released the information after hearing 12-year-old Emily Chan’s story. What We Know: In Boston, Massachusetts, three public schools require an entrance exam: […]
United Negro College Fund Elects Its First Black Board Chair
For the first time since the organization started, a black man has been elected as the board’s chair. What We Know: The United Negro College […]
Spelman College Nearing $250 Million Strategic Funding Goal
The ambitious fundraising campaign entitled Spelman Ascends was launched four years ago. What We Know: Spelman President Dr. Mary Schmidt Campbell announced they had reached […]