Sherina Maye Edwards, Advocate for Academics, Named Chair of 25th Annual UNCF Gala in Chicago
Sherina Maye Edwards has been named Gala Chair of the “25th Annual UNCF “A Mind Is…” Gala, which will be held on June 14, 2025, at the Geraghty in Chicago. For the 25th anniversary, the “A Mind Is…” Gala will be a flashback to its original theme, a Black & White Ball. “As an alum of two Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Spelman College and Howard University School of Law, I am so proud to serve as Chair of the 25th Annual UNCF “A Mind Is…” Gala.
Dr. Herman Taylor of Morehouse School of Medicine Receives 2024 American Heart Association Clinical Research Prize
Endowed Professor and Director of the MSM Cardiovascular Research Institute will be honored during upcoming AHA Scientific Sessions Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is proud to announce that Herman A. Taylor, Jr., MD, MPH, FAHA, endowed professor and director of the MSM Cardiovascular Research Institute (CVRI), will receive the 2024 American Heart Association (AHA) Clinical Research Prize. “I’m deeply humbled by this award from the American Heart Association,” Dr. Taylor said. “Heart health and disease result from the convergence of many factors. In my work, I try to look
Dr. Timothy Lewis is New Director of the Black Studies Program at SIUE; The Effects of Black Studies Can Be Felt, Seen Worldwide
The rich, vast and multifaceted aspects of Black scholarship should be taught, investigated and celebrated inside and outside of the classroom, according to Timothy E. Lewis, PhD, the new Director of Black Studies at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. “I want to take Black Studies out of the classroom, making it the premier unit on campus for implicit Black education, including documentary screenings, symposiums, historical celebrations and more,” said Lewis, interim chair of the Department of Social Work, and associate professor in the Department of Political Science. “I plan to not
Entrepreneur, Philanthropist Ebony Austin Donates to Metro Atlanta High School Band for Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade
Austin is a multi-millionaire entrepreneur, philanthropist, and HBCU advocate who owns five highly successful Nouveau restaurants with a Dallas location opening soon. She also launched a line of stone-ground grits available nationwide in 160 Publix grocery stores where all the proceeds go back to HBCU student scholarships. Overall, Austin has given back more than $100K in cash scholarships to HBCU students. And she’s created more than 100 job opportunities for her community while holding an extensive real estate portfolio. Austin recently announced the donation of $20,000 to metro Atlanta’s
Jeanie Hunter, Synergy President and CEO Honored by Atlanta Business League
With over 20 years of experience, Jeanie Hunter serves as the CEO and Co-founder of Synergy Development Partners, LLC an Atlanta-based general contracting company generating over 600 million in projects to date. Jeanie oversees, identifies, develops and implements internal strategies in the day-to-day operations that ensures resiliency and sustainability of the organization. Jeanie's leadership style is characterized by her ability to inspire and motivate her team, encouraging them to think creatively and push the boundaries of what is possible. She places great emphasis on fostering a positive work environment
Melissa L. Gilliam Installed as Boston University’s 11th President
BU President Melissa L. Gilliam sitting in the leather chair that belonged to one of BU’s founders, Isaac Rich. The chair was used in 1869 when BU’s three founders signed a petition to charter BU as a new corporation, and it has been featured at nearly every inauguration since. Photo by Jackie Ricciardi In historic inauguration, she calls for greater investment in student internship opportunities, in faculty interdisciplinary research, and ensuring access for all On Friday, September 27, the Boston University community leapt to its feet to celebrate the historic inauguration
Carver Bancorp Names Donald Felix President and CEO
Carver Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for Carver Federal Savings Bank, a certified Community Development Financial Institution (“CDFI”) and designated Minority Depository Institution (“MDI”), announced that its Board of Directors has named Donald Felix as President and CEO of the Company and Bank effective November 1, 2024. He will also serve as a member of the Carver Board. “Felix brings more than two decades of banking leadership to advance Carver into its next era of growth.” Mr. Felix is an accomplished banking executive with over 25 years of global
Nationwide’s Vinita Clements to Pen Introduction for 18th Edition of ‘Who’s Who In Black Columbus’
'Who’s Who In Black Columbus' set for Nov. 21st reveal Nationwide Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Vinita Clements will pen the introduction for the upcoming 18th edition of 'Who's Who In Black Columbus.' This edition's networking reception and book reveal will be held on Nov. 21, 2024, at The Ohio State University's Archie Griffin Ballroom. "Since its inception, 'Who's Who In Black' has been a celebration of Black excellence and a catalyst for empowerment," says Clements, who is responsible for leading Nationwide's human resources, diversity, equity and
Raichelle ‘Rai’ Glover to Pen Foreword for Who’s Who In Black Charlotte
'Who's Who In Black Charlotte' set for Nov. 1 Reveal The publishers of 'Who's Who In Black Charlotte' are proud to announce that Raichelle "Rai" Glover, a distinguished executive with over 30 years of financial expertise, will be the foreword writer for the upcoming program. This edition's networking reception and book reveal will be held on Nov. 1, 2024. "It is an honor to write the foreword for Who's Who in Black Charlotte. I look forward to sharing a bit about my journey thus far," says Glover. "I've been
Who’s Who In Black Chicago Taps Wyn-Win President Wynona Redmond to Serve as Brand’s Associate Publisher
Who's Who In Black Chicago taps local communications engagement strategist, Wynona Redmond, President of Wyn-Win to serve as the brand’s new Associate Publisher. Chicago--Who's Who In Black Chicago returns to continue its long-standing tradition of celebrating the excellence of African American industry professionals within the Chicago community. The brand is pleased to announce that Wynona Redmond, President of Wyn-Win, will serve as its Associate Publisher for its special events, programs, and content. Ms. Redmond is highly regarded for her 30-plus years of connecting corporations to communities. Through Wyn Win,