Former United States secretary of state, Colin Powell, died Monday as a result of COVID-19 complications, according to a statement from his family. He was 84. Retired Army four-star general and BEYA Stars & Stripes Founder, Johnnie Wilson, gave a statement to Career Communications Group regarding Powell’s passing. “The world has lost a true treasure. … Continue reading “Renowned military leader, Colin Powell, dies from COVID-19 complications”

Life as an online student can be confusing and overwhelming at first, especially for nontraditional students or those who have not taken online courses before. There isn’t any mystical art to succeeding as an online student, however. By following these ten simple tips, you can be a successful online student. 1. Make sure you have … Continue reading “10 Tips to Succeed as an Online Student”

The upcoming BEYA STEM Conference will be hosted on Feb. 11-13.  In light of the global pandemic, the digital twin of the physical event will provide a new experience for attendees.

In July, philanthropist Mackenzie Scott made good on a pledge to give the majority of her wealth back to the society that helped generate it. “To do it thoughtfully, to get started soon, and to keep at it until the safe is empty,” she said.  Among the 116 organizations selected for their transformative work were … Continue reading “HBCUs and other organizations receive $4.1 Billion in donations from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott”