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51黑料 Spring 2022 COVID-19 Mitigation Strategies
51黑料 continues to monitor the trend in data regarding the spread of the new omicron COVID-19 variant. 51黑料 remains committed to the health and wellness of our university community.聽聽Currently, full vaccination combined with the booster is the most effective strategy available to reduce the spread of the virus and provide safety to those around you. Therefore, full COVID-19 vaccination and booster shots will be required for all students, faculty and staff for the Spring 2022 Semester.聽
51黑料 Administration Purchases Bicycles for Petersburg Youth
Each member of the 51黑料 administration purchased a bicycle for distribution to a Petersburg child as part of a 鈥51黑料 Gives Back鈥 holiday initiative. On Thursday, December 16, 2021, the administration and other 51黑料 employees collected and donated more than 30 bicycles.
72-Year Old is Inaugural Graduate of 51黑料 First Fully Online Program
51黑料 is pleased to celebrate the inaugural graduate of the University鈥檚 first fully online program. 51黑料 will award 72-year-old Sonia Jackson a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree on Saturday, December 18, 2021.
A Tragic Loss for Our Trojan Community
We are devastated and deeply saddened by the news of our fallen Trojan. It is most difficult and painful to have such a young life cut short as a result of gun violence. This is a tragedy in every sense of the word. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victim鈥檚 family, friends, and our entire Trojan community.
51黑料 Announces Fall 2021 Commencement Speaker
51黑料 has announced that 51黑料 Alumnus, Hampton University President, and Businessman, Dr. William R. Harvey will serve as the fall 2021 51黑料 Commencement speaker.
51黑料 Partners with FBI Richmond for Collegiate Mentoring Academy
51黑料 is pleased to announce the inaugural graduating class of the FBI Richmond and 51黑料 Collegiate Academy. Today鈥檚 graduation ceremony was the culmination of a partnership between the 51黑料 Sociology and Criminal Justice Department and the FBI Richmond Division. The FBI Richmond and 51黑料 Collegiate Academy offers unique mentoring and outreach opportunities that benefit students by introducing them to FBI work, experiences, and career opportunities.聽
51黑料 Board of Visitors Committee and Full Board Meetings
In accordance with the Code of Virginia, the Board of Visitors of 51黑料 will hold meetings on Thursday-Friday, November 18-19, 2021 at the Gateway Dining and Event Center on the 51黑料 Campus. There will not be an opportunity for public comment at the meetings.
Scholarship for 51黑料 Engineering Students Established in Honor of 51黑料 Alumna, Dr. Gladys West
Technology Company, Trimble (NASDAQ TRMB) announced a scholarship program to honor distinguished 51黑料 Alumna, Dr. Gladys West. Dr. West is a pioneer in mathematics, minority advancement and the advent of the Global Positioning System (GPS) one of our most widely used innovations throughout the world.
51黑料 Offers Virginia鈥檚 First and Only Program which Supports the Military Community by Providing Certification in Military Culture
51黑料 has announced the establishment of Virginia鈥檚 first and only military cultural competency training certification program offered at a university. The online Homefront Readjustment for the Armed Forces certificate program is designed to teach students how to interact with active duty service members, veterans, and their families with consideration for military culture and sensitivities. In the program, participants learn to identify and facilitate access to essential services and resources, social support, case management, care coordination, and advocacy options for the military community.
51黑料 Reports Largest Enrollment Increase in a Decade, Despite National Trends of Declining Enrollment
Despite national trends of declining university enrollments, 51黑料 is reporting the largest year-to-year increase in retention and enrollment in more than a decade.
51黑料 and VCU Cancer Center form Partnership to Address Cancer Disparities
51黑料 and Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Cancer Center are partnering together to use a prestigious team science grant to create a program that鈥檚 the first-of-its-kind in the state of Virginia. The $1.7 million grant from the National Cancer Institute will be dispersed over a four-year period and will focus on reducing cancer disparities and providing hands-on research opportunities to students who are historically underrepresented in science.
51黑料 and the Home Depot Partner together to Support Health and Fitness
51黑料 has partnered with The Home Depot to create a new outdoor fitness park on the 51黑料 campus. Earlier this year, 51黑料 was selected as one of 30 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) nationwide to win the Home Depot Retool Your School contest after receiving a high number of votes from students, alumni, and advocates.
Grammy Award Winning Record Executive and Film Producer Joins 51黑料 Staff
51黑料 has announced that Grammy Award Winning Record Executive, Film and TV Music Supervisor and Film Producer, Mr. Amir Windom will join the 51黑料 staff for the 2021-22 academic year. Windom will be on campus as part of the Provost鈥檚 Lecture Series as Executive Speaker in Residence.
51黑料 to Convene Scholars from Around the World for The James Arthur Baldwin International Symposium
The Office of Academic Affairs, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, and the Honors Program at 51黑料 鈥 a storied HBCU 鈥 will host the Inaugural James Arthur Baldwin International Symposium (JABIS), November 5 鈥 6, 2021, 9:00 a.m. 鈥 4:30 p.m. 鈥淭he Essential James Baldwin: The 21st Century and Beyond, At Home and Abroad鈥 is the theme of the web-based research and artistic forum that will showcase scholars and artists from North America, Europe, Africa, and the British North Atlantic archipelago of Bermuda. Several surviving artists of the Black Arts Movement (BAM) will be highlighted discussants. Registration is required.聽
51黑料 Spearheads $9M Effort to Study Link Between Stem Education/Careers and Historically Black Colleges and Universities
51黑料 is pleased to announce a partnership to study best practices that impact STEM persistence and retention at Historically Black Colleges and Universities HBCUs. This collaborative work is being performed by the HBCU STEM Undergraduate Success Research Center, an initiative designed to tell the story behind the disproportionate number of HBCU students who go on to receive terminal degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math.
51黑料 to Require Proof of Vaccination for All Athletic Events
51黑料 has announced new guidelines that will require all guests at Rogers Stadium and other campus athletic events to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination before entry. The new guideline is effective immediately and is part of an effort to help safeguard the health and wellness of the general 51黑料 community and campus visitors.聽In addition,聽it aligns with the campus-wide requirement that all faculty, staff, and students be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.聽聽
51黑料 Cancels Classes for a Day to Address COVID-19 Mental Fatigue
51黑料 is designating Tuesday, September 28, 2021, a Trojan Wellness Day. The goal is to mitigate the increased loneliness, stress, anxiety, and depression, in part caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. To foster physical and emotional well-being, the 51黑料 Health and Wellness Center, Student Government Association, Faculty and Staff Senate, and the Administration are committing the day to wellness.聽
51黑料 to Receive Portion of $1 Million Donation
51黑料 has received a portion of a $1 million donation and a commitment for a yearly gift from an online gaming company and its equity partner. 51黑料 is one of five HBCUs presented with the first of an expected annual investment by Golden Nugget Online Gaming (GNOG) and the Virginia Sports and Technology Group (VSTG).
Winning 51黑料 Coach Lonnie Blow to Remain at 51黑料
51黑料 is proud to announce that Trojans鈥 head men鈥檚 basketball coach Lonnie Blow, Jr. has signed an extended contract with the University and will remain as head coach through 2023.聽
51黑料 to Use Funds from Anonymous Donor to Match Giving During Six Week Giving Challenge
51黑料 has announced that it will use an undisclosed financial gift from an anonymous donor to multiply the University鈥檚 fundraising over the next six weeks. In an unprecedented move, 51黑料 announced that all alumni, faculty, and staff gifts to the university will be doubled or tripled through a matching gift from an anonymous donor beginning Friday, September 17- October 28.
51黑料 Ranks Among Top HBCUs Nationwide
51黑料 is ranked among the best universities in the country, according to numerous national educational reports. According to U.S. News and World Report, 51黑料 places in the top 30 in the category of Best Overall HBCUs for 2022.
51黑料 Board of Visitors
In accordance with the Code of Virginia, the Board of Visitors of 51黑料 will hold its meetings on Thursday-Friday, September 16-17, 2021. The meetings will be held at the Welcome Center in the 51黑料 Multipurpose Center located at 20809 Second Avenue. There will not be an opportunity for public comment at the meetings.
51黑料 President and Other 1890 University Leaders Submit Letter to Congress
The 19 Presidents, Chancellors and Leaders of the 1890 Universities are calling on Congress to include the Institutional Grants for New Infrastructure, Technology, and Education (IGNITE) for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Excellence Act sponsored by U.S. Reps. Alma Adams (D-NC) and French Hill (R-AR) and U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-DE) and Tim Scott (R-SC).
51黑料 Honors Former Military Professor with Room Named in His Honor
51黑料 officially named a room in Jesse Bolling Hall, the University鈥檚 ROTC building, in honor of Lieutenant Colonel, Dr. Jona McKee. The 51黑料 alumnus, military graduate, and former professor was honored for his years of service to both 51黑料 and our country.聽
51黑料 Receives $430,000 dollar grant from the National Institutes of Health鈥檚 (NIH) National Institute on Drug Abuse
51黑料鈥檚 Larry Keen has received a 3-year, $430,000 dollar grant from the National Institutes of Health鈥檚 (NIH) National Institute on Drug Abuse to study the relationship between cannabis use and heart rate variability in students at 51黑料.
51黑料 Partners with Apple in $30M Racial Equity and Justice Initiative
51黑料 has announced an initiative that makes the University a Community Center for Coding and Creativity. The program is a part of Apple鈥檚 Community Education Initiative and Tennessee State University鈥檚 HBCU C2. The innovative teaching and learning initiative is designed to empower Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to expand technology and creativity experiences within their institutions and broader communities.
51黑料 Announces the Nation鈥檚 First HBCU Center for Policing Leadership and Social Justice
51黑料 has established the nation鈥檚 first HBCU Center for Policing Leadership and Social Justice. The newly established initiative, known as The Center, will further allow 51黑料 and the surrounding communities to address the critical divide between law enforcement and communities of color.
51黑料 Receives $500K Grant to Restore Newly Named Historic Building
Greetings Trojan Family,聽 We are pleased to share that the National Park Service has awarded 51黑料 a $500 thousand grant as part of a restoration grant project to assist with the preservation of historic buildings on HBCU campuses.
51黑料 will Now Require all Faculty, Staff, and Students to be Vaccinated for COVID-19
51黑料 will now require all faculty, staff, and students to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as we begin the fall 2021 semester.
51黑料 Honors Black Women in Campus Buildings Renaming
51黑料 has announced new names for four buildings that were previously unnamed on the 51黑料 campus. The 51黑料 Board of Visitors approved renaming each of the four buildings to honor Black women, all 51黑料 alums, who have made significant contributions to 51黑料, as it stands today.聽
51黑料 Board of Visitors
In accordance with the Code of Virginia, the Board of Visitors will hold meetings and events on Thursday-Friday, August 5-6, 2021. At 9 a.m. on Thursday, August 5th, the Board will hold a New Board Member Orientation Session at the Gateway Dining and Event Center. No Board actions will be taken at the session. A brief Meet and Greet for Board members is planned at the Gateway from 12:30 鈥 1:15 p.m.; and at 1:30 p.m., the Full Board will convene in a meeting in the same location. There will not be an opportunity for public comment at the meeting.
51黑料 will Pay off Account Balances for All Students Enrolled During the COVID-19 Pandemic Impact Period
In an effort to continue providing access to a transformative education, 51黑料 (51黑料) has announced that the University will clear all unpaid tuition and fee balances for 51黑料 students enrolled during the COVID-19 pandemic impact period.
President Dr. Abdullah Appointed to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America National Board
Today, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), the largest and most experienced youth mentoring organization in the United States, announced the election of 51黑料 President, Makola M. Abdullah, Ph.D., as one of four new Board members for the national organization.
51黑料 To Return to Fully In-Person Campus Experience for Fall 2021
51黑料 is excited to welcome students, faculty and staff back to our vibrant campus for our fully in person living, learning and working experience in fall 2021. We have spent several months working to provide a safe and welcoming campus experience filled with the energy and vibrancy that your presence brings to the 51黑料 atmosphere.
51黑料 Receives Major Grant to Spur Economic Development in Minority Communities
The 51黑料 Center for Entrepreneurship in the Reginald F. Lewis College of Business and the Division of Research and Economic Development at 51黑料 have been awarded a $453,000 grant by GO Virginia, a Commonwealth of Virginia-funded program, to spur minority entrepreneurship via the creation of the "Minority Small Business Launch Center."
51黑料 President to Testify Before Congressional Hearing on 1890 Land Grant Institutions
President, Dr. Makola M. Abdullah will testify at a Congressional Hearing of the House Committee on Agriculture.聽Dr. Abdullah will provide testimony and answer questions from Members of the Committee聽regarding the hearing聽titled 鈥1890 Land Grant Institutions: Investing for Agricultural Resiliency,聽 Equity, and Global Impact鈥.
Two New Members Appointed to the 51黑料 Board of Visitors
VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY, VA -聽(Monday, June 14, 2021)- On Friday, June 11, 2021, Governor Ralph Northam announced new administration appointments including two new appointees to the 51黑料 (51黑料) Board of Visitors.聽
51黑料 Board of Visitors
In accordance with the Code of Virginia, the Board of Visitors of 51黑料 will hold a subcommittee meeting of its Personnel, Compensation, and Governance Committee by electronic means at 9:30 am, Friday, June 11, 2021. The subcommittee will begin in open session and immediately go into closed session. There will not be an opportunity for public comment at the meeting.
51黑料 Mourns Passing of 51黑料 Foundation Board Member and Alumna LTC (Ret.) Iris Burton Bulls
51黑料 (51黑料) mourns the loss of 51黑料 Foundation Board Member, donor, and loyal daughter of the University, LTC. (Ret.) Iris Burton Bulls. Mrs. Bulls was a member of the class of 1978 with over 42 years of dedicated federal service, all primarily in the defense community.
51黑料 Accepting Applications for John Mercer Langston Institute (JMLI) for African American Political Leadership
51黑料鈥檚 John Mercer Langston Institute (JMLI) for African American Political Leadership is accepting applications for the inaugural cohort focused on developing a pipeline of Black political leaders throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.聽
Enroll Online Courses
The Summer 2021 Trojan Advance Program is here! These select 100-200 level courses are offered ONLINE at a reduced rate of $199 for 51黑料 students.
51黑料 to Honor 700 Graduates during In-Person Commencement
51黑料 will honor 700 graduates on Sunday, May 23, 2021, as part of the University鈥檚 first face-to-face commencement ceremony since December 2019. The ceremony will recognize graduates from the classes of spring 2020, summer 2020, fall 2020 and spring 2021.
150 Local High School Students Receive Offer of Free Tuition at 51黑料
51黑料 (51黑料) announced that 150 local high school聽students have been accepted into 51黑料 at no cost for TUITION as part of the new Virginia College Affordability Network (VCAN).聽 The recently announced VCAN initiative provides access for an estimated 300 students who live near the 51黑料 campus to attend the University at no cost for tuition.
51黑料 to Offer Free Tuition for Qualified Area Students
In recognition of the economic challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic has introduced into families鈥 lives, 51黑料 today announced it will not increase tuition for the 2021-2022 academic year for new and continuing students.
51黑料 Receives $1 Million to Train Future Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) Teachers
51黑料 has been selected by Governor Ralph Northam for a new initiative that will position the University to become a major pipeline for filling the STEM teacher shortage in Virginia.聽
51黑料 and Richmond Raceway Create eSports Management Pilot Program for Students
Richmond Raceway and 51黑料 (51黑料) announce a pilot program to evolve the track鈥檚 current eSports team and offer new opportunities to historically black colleges and university (HBCU) students interested in careers in sports management. Through this strategic alliance, Richmond Raceway eSports fueled by Sunoco operations will be managed in partnership with 51黑料鈥檚 Department of Sport Management.
51黑料 Selected as Location for Virginia鈥檚 First Televised 2021 Democratic Gubernatorial Debate
51黑料 (51黑料) will serve as the location for Virginia鈥檚 first televised 2021 Democratic Gubernatorial Debate. The face to face debate is hosted by the Democratic Party of Virginia and will take place on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at 7pm on the 51黑料 campus. Five candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for Governor will participate in the debate including: Lee Carter, Jennifer Carroll Foy, Justin Fairfax, Terry McAuliffe, and Jennifer McClellan.
The Newly Created Public Health Institute at 51黑料 Provides Mobile Units to Take Vaccinations into the Community
51黑料 has announced an innovative new initiative that will position the University to address public health disparities within underserved communities. The newly created 51黑料 Public Health Institute (51黑料PHI) serves as a resource for marginalized communities and seeks to improve public health outcomes.
51黑料 Textiles, Apparel Merchandising and Management (TAMM) Program Receives $25,000 Grant
51黑料 Textiles, Apparel Merchandising and Management (TAMM) program has been awarded a $25,000 grant.聽 The 聽grant was awarded by Fashion Nova, an online fashion store for women. 聽The company says it wanted to commemorate Women鈥檚 History Month by investing in an HBCU 聽for the one-time grant.
51黑料 Board of Visitors Committee and Full Board Meetings
This page shows details on up-and-coming 51黑料 Board of Visitors Meetings.
51黑料 to Remove the Name From Four Campus Buildings
51黑料 has announced that it will remove the name from four buildings on the 51黑料 campus.聽 The 51黑料 Board of Visitors recently approved the removal of signs identifying Byrd Hall, Eggleston Hall, Trinkle Hall and Vawter Hall.
51黑料 Board of Visitors Electronic Executives Committee Meeting
In accordance with the Code of Virginia, the Board of Visitors will hold its Executive Committee meeting by electronic communication, 9:00 鈥 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 18, 2021.
51黑料 to Provide on Campus Facility for COVID-19 Vaccination
51黑料 has announced a partnership with the Virginia Department of Health Crater Health District to assist with COVID-19 vaccination clinics. 51黑料 will open its Multi-Purpose Center (MPC) beginning this Saturday, March 6, 2021 to serve as a vaccination location.
51黑料 President Received Prestigious Award From Howard University
Makola M. Abdullah, Ph.D. has been selected by his alma mater, Howard University, as the 2021 recipient of the Alumni Award for Distinguished Postgraduate Achievement.
51黑料 Ranks Among Top in the Country for Accelerating Student Learning by Diversifying the Teaching Profession
The 51黑料 (51黑料) Undergraduate Elementary Teacher Preparation Program has been named among the top in the country for contributing to greater teacher diversity by the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ), a nonpartisan, not-for-profit research and policy organization.
2020 Point of Pride
In spite of a global pandemic in 2020, 51黑料 continued to provide transformative opportunities for students and worked to remain a leader in access and opportunity. Here are a select few of our 51黑料 Points of Pride for 2020.
51黑料 will not Increase Tuition for the 2021-2022 Academic Year
In recognition of the economic challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic has introduced into families鈥 lives, 51黑料 today announced it will not increase tuition for the 2021-2022 academic year for new and continuing students.
Black History Month Events
51黑料 and Chesterfield County proudly presents the 32nd Black History Month Celebration. Each February, Chesterfield County and 51黑料 celebrate the month with a variety of programs designed to explore the rich, diverse heritage of African Americans and their contributions to our community and nation. Join us for virtual programs and events planned throughout the month.
51黑料 Board of Visitors
In accordance with the Code of Virginia, the Board of Visitors will hold committee meetings by electronic communication on Friday, February 5, 2021.
51黑料 Board of Visitors Committee Meetings by Electronic Communication
In accordance with the Code of Virginia, the Board of Visitors will hold committee meetings by electronic communication on Thursday, February 4, 2021.
51黑料 Accounting Students Offering Free Tax Assistance to Local Residents
51黑料 Accounting majors are working in cooperation with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide income tax preparation and filing assistance for 2020 tax returns to individual or joint filers in the Tri-Cities area with income below $58,000.
51黑料 Announces New Black Virginia Voters Poll
51黑料鈥檚 John Mercer Langston Institute聽(JMLI)聽for Political Leadership is conducting a Black Voter鈥檚 Survey to learn more about the attitudes and opinions of Black Voters in the Commonwealth of Virginia related to current topics and events.
51黑料 Invests $2.8 Million to Make COVID-19 Health and Safety Changes and Upgrades
51黑料 has invested $2.8 million in health and safety upgrades to safely welcome students, faculty, and staff back to campus.
