Troy Vincent Takes the Lead as President of 100 Black Men of DeKalb County
photo courtesy of Nick Nelson Brandprenuer For over three decades, The 100 Black Men of DeKalb County has been a local chapter of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc., dedicated to improving the quality of life within the community and enhancing educational and economic opportunities for African Americans. The organization empowers youth and strengthens the DeKalb County community through mentorship, education, and community leadership. The 100 Black Men of DeKalb County will host their “State of the 100” President’s Inaugural Brunch on Friday, January 26, 2025, at Villa Christina,
Jerry Dickinson named Dean of Pitt’s School of Law
The New Pittsburgh Courtier has learned that after a comprehensive national search, Professor and Vice Dean Jerry Dickinson has been named Dean of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, effective Jan. 15. A Pittsburgh native, Dickinson has built a national, international and local reputation as a constitutional law scholar and civil rights lawyer. He has extensive litigation and transactional pro bono experience in civil rights and civil liberties. Dickinson joined the Pitt Law faculty in 2017 and was appointed as vice dean in March 2023. His teaching and
Legends and Leaders We Lost in 2024
By Donald James, Senior Writer Gone, but not forgotten. The year 2024 witnessed the passing of many notable and extraordinary people locally and nationally. As we reflect on their lives, achievements, and legacies, it is done so with the hope of inspiring future generations to excel. While it would be difficult to chronicle all the notable people who passed in 2024, it’s only fitting to name some in alphabetical order. Earl “The Twirl” Cureton (former basketball star with the Detroit Pistons) September 3, 1957 – February 4, 2024 Earl Cureton was
Lincoln Memorial Group Welcomes Former SCI Leader Raymond Burr as Chief Operating Officer
Lincoln Memorial Group, one of the largest family-owned cemetery companies in Georgia, is delighted to announce the appointment of Raymond Burr as the Company’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO). This strategic hire underscores the Lincoln Memorial Group’s vision to transform into a best-in-class provider of end-of-life services. Burr brings more than 15 years of industry experience — including a proven track record of driving revenue growth and developing high-performing sales teams in the Atlanta market during his tenure at Service Corporation International (SCI), the largest funeral and cemetery
Award-Winning Actor, Producer and Philanthropist Courtney B. Vance to Serve as Morehouse School of Medicine Winter Commencement Speaker
Mr. Vance will deliver a keynote address at the historically Black medical school’s Fourth Winter Commencement Exercises on December 13 Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) has selected award-winning actor, producer, author and philanthropist Courtney B. Vance to deliver the commencement address for the institution's Fourth Winter Commencement Exercises, which will be held on Friday, December 13 in the Martin Luther King, Jr. International Chapel at Morehouse College. “Morehouse School of Medicine is thrilled that Mr. Vance will serve as our Winter Commencement speaker,” said MSM President and CEO Valerie
Atlanta Business Leader Antwan T. Lang Appointed To City Solid Waste Appeals Board
Atlanta City Council has appointed Antwan T. Lang, President and CEO of Atlantic South Group LLC and a respected Atlanta businessman, to serve on the Atlanta Solid Waste Appeals Board for a four-year term. The Atlanta Solid Waste Appeals Board oversees appeals related to waste management services, ensuring transparency and fairness in the city’s waste policies. Lang’s appointment recognizes his proven leadership, commitment to public service, and dedication to Atlanta’s growth and sustainability. “It is an honor to serve on the Solid Waste Appeals Board,” Lang stated. “As someone
American Roads Welcomes Regine Beauboeuf as New CEO
American Roads has appointed Regine Beauboeuf, PE, as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a new era for the company as it builds upon its legacy of infrastructure excellence. Beauboeuf succeeds Neal Belitsky, who retires after nearly 27 years of transformative leadership. With an impressive 39-year career managing complex transportation infrastructure projects, Beauboeuf brings a wealth of experience to her new role. Most recently, she served as Senior Vice President and Director of Infrastructure Mobility at HNTB. Beyond her professional achievements, Beauboeuf has been an active leader in
The New Head Man in Charge: Allen Greene Appointed Director of Athletics at University of Pittsburgh
ALLEN GREENE (PHOTO BY MARLON MARTIN) The New Pittsburgh Courier has learned that highly accomplished and nationally respected college athletics administrator Allen Greene has been appointed director of athletics at the University of Pittsburgh. He began his role at Pitt on Nov. 1. “Pitt Athletics is the front porch of the University of Pittsburgh, serving as a crucial access point for so many across our campus, our region, our nation and the world,” said Pitt Chancellor Joan Gabel, in a statement. “In Allen Greene, we have a proven national leader
Tiff Massey’s 7 Mile and Livernois Exhibition Isn’t Just About a Neighborhood – It’s a Tribute to Black Detroit
Tiff Massey poses with a Cadillac to promote her exhibition about metalsmithing, jewelry and the city’s streets. Detroit Institute of the Arts by Samantha Noël, Wayne State University “7 Mile + Livernois” at the Detroit Institute of Arts celebrates Detroit as a place for Black women to live and create by elevating both the work of the featured artist, Tiff Massey, and the community from which she comes. The exhibition draws attention to how Detroit is represented in the national – and even global – imagination. As an art historian who specializes in modern
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.