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Beyoncé and Tina Lawson Surprise Alvin Ailey Dancers
Tina Lawson is all about uplifting black girls, like she did for her insanely talented daughters Beyoncé and Solange. On Saturday she took her mentorship group of nine girls to see an Alvin Ailey performance in Los Angeles— and Beyoncé came along!
Crown Castle Donates $1 Million to UNCF, and Crown Castle CEO Jay Brown Matches with Additional $1 Million Gift
This $2 million will support equal access to higher education by providing scholarships for African Americans
Crown Castle International Corp. (NYSE: CCI) announced a $2 million combined donation to UNCF (United Negro College Fund) as part of the company’s Connected by Good program, a platform for the company to give and volunteer in the communities where employees live and work.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.® Strongly Condemns the U.S. Supreme Court's Ruling On Affirmative Action In Higher Education Admissions
The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. strongly condemns the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling which strikes down race-based admissions at colleges and universities. This majority decision overturns decades of legal precedent and will likely have a crippling impact on the racial diversity of colleges and universities for generations to come.
PVAMU’s College of Business to launch Doctor of Business Administration degree this fall
Business executives seeking to bolster their analytical and research skills, better leverage big data, or pivot into a career in academia without leaving their day jobs will soon have the opportunity, thanks to a new doctoral program offered at the Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) College of Business (COB).
Second-generation COVID-19 vaccine clinical trial starts at Baylor College of Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine investigators are recruiting volunteers for a multicenter Phase 1 clinical trial to examine the safety, tolerability and immune response for different doses of a two-part, investigational COVID-19 vaccine regimen.
Yes, adults can get RSV and it can be severe
Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a respiratory virus that is a common cause of lower respiratory illness and is most recognized for causing annual epidemics that lead to an increase in hospitalizations of children in their first or second year of life. However, it’s a common misconception that RSV is a mild respiratory illness in adults when, in fact, it can lead to symptoms as serious as those of influenza. A Baylor College of Medicine infectious diseases expert explains.
Thurgood Marshall School of Law Makes Progress Toward Full ABA Standards Compliance
The Accreditation Committee of the American Bar Association (ABA) has concluded that Texas Southern University’s Thurgood Marshall School of Law is making progress toward full compliance of several ABA standards that were found to be in violation in 2015 and 2016. The committee further concluded that the law school has achieved complete remediation of one standard.
Dog Haus Welcomes New Uncle Morty to One-of-a-Kind Haus Burger Lineup
Acclaimed gourmet hot dog, sausage and burger concept launches limited-time item in collaboration with Emmy-award winning Chef Sam Zien, available Aug. 1 through Sept. 30
Everyone knows that fun uncle that gets a little too turnt and can be The Absolute Würst at family gatherings …. And now, Dog Haus fans can enjoy the spirit of the “Funcle” when they bite into the award-winning concept’s newest one-of-a-kind creation!
Brian Ellison: Unmasking Masculinity in Black Men
MFA Candidate Creates Art as a Catalyst for Healing
“Statistically, I’m not supposed to be here. Statistically, I’m supposed to be a whole lot of things other than an MFA graduate.”
Harris, Markey, Smith, Booker to Introduce Legislation to Make Juneteenth a Federal Holiday
U.S. Senators Kamala D. Harris (D-CA), Edward J. Markey (D-MA), Tina Smith (D-MN), and Cory Booker (D-NJ) on Friday announced they will introduce Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, legislation to make Juneteenth a federal holiday. “Juneteenth”, observed on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and is also known as “Emancipation Day”, “Jubilee Day”, and “Juneteenth Independence Day”.
A Golden Partnership for Youth Athletics Amateur Athletic Union Track and Field and Carl Lewis Announce Innovative Collaboration
On Tuesday, May 9th, the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) and Carl Lewis’ The Perfect Method (TPM) announced an exciting agreement designed to solve an urgent problem in youth athletics today. The two entities believe that by leveraging their respective brands together, they will optimize the opportunity to offer coaches and young athletes the tools to maximize performance and reach their athletic potential.
‘That’s So Raven’ Spin-Off Heading Back To Disney Channel
Get ready to relive your childhood again, along with all the awesomeness of the early ‘00s because it has just been announced that Disney channel has officially ordered the That’s So Raven spin-off to series, starring Raven-Symoné herself.
Harris County Democratic Party Statement on Representative Jessica Farrar's Retirement
We are beyond grateful for Representative Jessica Farrar's 25 years of service in the Texas Legislature. Representative Farrar was a devoted fighter for the people of her district and a fierce advocate for the rights of women.
Multifamily and Townhome Housing Growing to Meet Houston Needs
Although single-family detached homes constitute 61 percent of Houston’s housing stock, the number of multifamily properties and townhomes is growing at a faster rate and is consistent with Houstonians’ living preferences, according to a new report from Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research. However, the report noted, the area’s growth has eclipsed housing production and resulted in a tighter market.
African American Holistic Doctor Releases New Line of All-Natural Herbal Ointments
Dr. Nancy J. Williams has developed all-natural, chemical-free products that help with arthritis, back pain, migraines, sciatica, lupus, sinus congestion, menstrual cramps, and more
You shape your own quality of life. No doctor, lawyer, or teacher has the impact on your life that you do. No one!
NYC Men Teach Initiative Recruits Black Men As Public School Teachers
Efforts are underway to recruit more teachers of color, and one such successful initiative is in New York. NYC Men Teach was started two years ago under Mayor Bill de Blasio; the program is part of the mayor’s Young Men’s Initiative (YMI), started under former Mayor Michael Bloomberg.
Reaffirming Solidarity Between Blacks and Jews in America
I will not be silent on the issues of racial hatred, violence, and prejudice. I am speaking out publicly in support of the recent call by billionaire African American business leader and philanthropist, Robert F. Smith, to stand up against the resurgence of racism and antisemitism in America.
Don Cheadle Told Twitter Trolls Why He Hates Donald Trump
It’s no secret that Don Cheadle has never been a fan of Donald Trump—and he recently took to Twitter to blow up the president’s spot even more after being targeted by Trump supporters.
4 Tips For Blending 5 Generations Into The Same Workplace
For the first time in modern history, the workforce consists of four and sometimes five generations within a single company. That age/experience difference can lead to varied ways of looking at things – and also varied ways in which co-workers perceive those from another generation. Research by firms that explore office interaction reveals generation gaps in areas such as communication style, goals, adaptation to change and technical skills.
Auberge Unveils Immersive Art Installations
The design-led hospitality brand has partnered with the global art consultancy MassivArt to create new guest experiences that are enchanting to the eye and enriching to the mind
Auberge Resorts Collection, the leading brand of luxury, one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts, and global art agency, MASSIVart, today unveil Auberge ArtSalon, a new cultural art program featuring a series of artist residencies and immersive installations at six iconic Auberge Resorts Collection properties around the world. The partnership brings together emerging artists who will create thought-provoking, destination-driven art installations in landmark collaborations. Inspired by the one-of-a-kind property’s unique character, heritage and setting, each artwork pushes creative boundaries to highlight the aspects of discovery and expression common to the worlds of art and travel. Designed to delight and intrigue through unexpected encounters and eye-catching visuals, each invites moments of reflection, providing pause within the pause that is each guest’s stay.
