Salisbury, NC—Livingstone College is excited to announce its 10th Winter Commencement Ceremony, featuring the esteemed Reverend Shavon Arline-Bradley as the keynote speaker. The ceremony will take place on December 13th at 10:00 AM and will mark a significant moment in the lives of our graduates and the broader community. As the president and CEO of…
Black viewers looking to see themselves reflected in original Christmas films will have plenty to choose from in December as cable networks and streaming services such as OWN, BET+ and Lifetime offer several original holiday movies featuring predominantly Black casts and storylines. Movies such as Brewster’s Millions: Christmas (BET+), Mistletoe & Matrimony (OWN) and…
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, we are reminded of the nation’s complex history—one marked by profound struggles for freedom and equality. In this moment of reflection, the intersection of the abolitionist movement and modern impact investing offers a compelling framework to examine how resources can be mobilized for systemic change. A Historical…
The U.S. Departments of Education and State have a joint initiative, International Education Week (IEW), that not only celebrates the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide but also permits educational institutions the opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate their diversity each year in November. The week of November 18-22, Livingstone College joined many around the…
On Tuesday, November 12, the Salisbury Branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW) partnered with the Honors Program of Livingstone College to host “Elimination of Sexual Assault Kit Backlog” facilitated by Outreach Specialist Sarah Welsch of the North Carolina Department of Justice. The event was on the campus of Livingstone College in Andrew Carnegie…
Losing a loved one is never easy. I’ve experienced the death of both of my parents within the span of the past four years, and the tears don’t stop. The emptiness is still there. The pain of not being able to call my mother and enjoy Scrabble with her and the void of not being…
Mrs. Ashley Newton, the First Lady of St. Stephen A.M.E. Zion Church in Asbury Park, NJ, has always been driven by a vision: to create a welcoming and transformative environment where children can learn about Christ, build lasting friendships, and grow in their faith. This mission has inspired her latest venture—a heartfelt children’s book titled…
November is National Family Caregivers Month. There are more than 11 million family caregivers in the U.S., and nearly half of these caregivers help someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. Here in North Carolina, there are 373,000 caregivers who provide 723 million hours of unpaid care valued at $10.9 billion. Caregivers for Alzheimer’s and…
Rock Hill, SC, November 26, 2024: The Clinton College Board of Trustees is pleased to announce its search for an energetic, educationally qualified, and mission-focused individual to serve as the College’s new President. Clinton College is a historically black, private institution with a strong liberal arts tradition. The college was founded in 1894 by the…
Christmas, Kwanzaa, and additional holiday traditions that may be rooted in the Black Community play a significant role within our culture. On the night of December 31, 1862, enslaved and free African Americans gathered, many in secret, to ring in the new year and await news that the Emancipation Proclamation had taken effect. Just a…
The Life Members Council of the Women’s Home and Overseas Missionary Society led in the celebration at the second mass meeting on October 26, 2024, at Rockwell A.M.E. Zion Church, Charlotte, N.C. Rev. Jordan Boyd is the pastor, and Mrs. Audrey Jowers is the local chairman of the Life Members. After the praise and worship,…
December 2024, Knoxville, TN…, On Sunday, October 20, 2024, the Knoxville District Lay Council celebrated Lay Sunday at First A.M.E. Zion Church located at 1900 McCalla Avenue in Knoxville TN, where Rev. Michael J. McNair is Pastor. Ms. Tanika Harper was the Lay Hour speaker. Ms. Harper is a Knoxville native and proud alumna of…
Clinton College is thrilled to announce that four exceptional students have been awarded the prestigious Rev. Jesse Jackson Career Scholarship, each receiving a generous scholarship of $10,000! This scholarship is a significant recognition of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to service. The Rev. Jesse Jackson Career Scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance and…
Hood Theological Seminary hosted the Annual International Center for Faith, Science, and History (ICFSH) on October 11, 2024, titled “Soil and Souls in Dialogue.” The keynote speaker was Dr. Stephanie Boddie, Associate Professor of Church and Community Ministries, Baylor University, Waco, Texas. Dr. Boddie, in her talk, made comparisons between the planet and personal struggles….
Livingstone College wrapped up a memorable 2024 football season, finishing 5th in the CIAA with a 4-3 conference record and a 6-4 overall mark. The Blue Bears closed the season in style, securing a hard-fought 15-10 victory over regionally ranked Johnson C. Smith University in the historic Commemorative Classic—a rivalry dating back to the very…
On November 5, 2024, the voters of this nation elected Donald J. Trump as our next president. While many are overjoyed with decision, just as many are not. The current divide in this country has caused many to reflect and pontificate on why voters chose Trump. Was it fear, his perceived machismo, misogyny and or…
Livingstone College recently celebrated the academic and professional aspirations of 32 exceptional students during its 4th Annual White Coat Ceremony. This event, a milestone in the institution’s dedication to STEM excellence, honored students who achieved a 3.0 GPA or higher and displayed a strong passion for careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The ceremony…
Thanksgiving as a national holiday, originally, had absolutely nothing to do with the Pilgrims and the so-called Indians; and it had nothing to do with colonialism or the Europeans who settled amongst the indigenous inhabitants on America’s east coast in the 17th Century. It was established during the Civil War in 1863, several months after…
On Tuesday, November 12, the Salisbury Branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW) partnered with the Honors Program of Livingstone College to host “Elimination of Sexual Assault Kit Backlog” facilitated by Outreach Specialist Sarah Welsch of the North Carolina Department of Justice. The event was on the campus of Livingstone College in Andrew Carnegie…
Archinya Ingram, a dedicated and influential leader in higher education, has recently been appointed as Interim President of Clinton College, succeeding Dr. Lester A. McCorn. Her extensive experience and contributions over nearly two decades at Clinton College make her uniquely suited to lead this historic institution during its transitional phase. Background and Professional Journey Mrs….
