Hampton University will become the first HBCU with an eSports gaming lab Historically, Blacks and Hispanics in the United States have been ‘late to the game’ or ‘sidelined’ in matters involving technological advances. The digital divide is the term we use to describe this gap in technology access between the haves and the have-nots. In … Continue reading “eSports and HBCUs: A Conversation with David Hughes”

Robert F. Smith, a Black philanthropist and billionaire, has launched his own internship platform “InternXL” for HBCU students. The platform previously known as internx, provides organizations of all types access to pre-screened, diverse, entry-level talent. The platform provides easier access to students that attend HBCUs and are qualified for each position. Smith creating the platform … Continue reading “Black Philanthropist launches Internship platform for HBCU students”

This past Monday the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) launched its annual Summer Engineering Experience for Kids (SEEK) program for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders who share an interest in learning about engineering. The program is formed to provide Black students and other minorities in STEM the opportunity to learn the basics of engineering, … Continue reading “NSBE’s SEEK program gives kids nation-wide a look into engineering”

On April 29th, 2022, one of Nakobe Dean’s biggest childhood dreams came true when he was selected 83rd in the NFL draft by the Philadelphia Eagles, but playing football is not the only career he has always dreamed of. Dean, a linebacker from the University of Georgia, grew up in Horn Lake, Mississippi, and always … Continue reading “NFL Draftee vows to finish his mechanical engineering degree”

How can Blacks finally get in the game, and become creators of the games we all love? Thirty years ago Nintendo brought Game Boy to the United States, where it became an instant icon of the 80s’. Game Boy and Game Boy Color would go on to sell 118.69 million units worldwide. From Super Mario … Continue reading “Seriously Gaming”

Vernon E. Jordan, Jr. is a senior managing director of Lazard Frères & Co. LLC in New York. He works with a diverse group of clients across a broad range of industries. His speaking engagement at The Rankin Chapel was on Sunday, April 28, 2019. GOOD MORNING RANKIN CHAPEL. MAY WE PLEASE BOW OUR HEADS? … Continue reading “Vernon Jordan at Howard University’s Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel”

Erika Jefferson is CEO of Black Women in Science and Engineering (BWISE) The holidays are now upon us, and as we prepare for the start of a new year, my hope for 2019 is that significant strides are made in improving the STEM landscape from the beginning to the end of the pipeline. Millions of … Continue reading “Why We Must Change the STEM Landscape NOW”

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