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Virginia Beach News November 28, 2024

Spelman’s New Interim President Has Vast Fortune 500 Experience

Spelman alumna Rosalind Brewer, a Fortune 500 executive, steps in as interim president following Dr. Helene Gayle’s departure, bringing transformative leadership to the esteemed HBCU.
#SpelmanCollege #RosalindBrewer #HBCULeadership #BlackWomenLeaders #Fortune500 #HigherEducation #BlackExcellence #Trailblazer
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Virginia Beach News October 12, 2024

Blyden Library Celebrates 103-Year Legacy & Famous Namesake

The Blyden Branch Library celebrates 103 years of serving Norfolk, honoring its rich history and the legacy of its namesake, Edward W. Blyden, a pioneer of Pan-Africanism. A special ceremony at the Historic Attucks Theater highlighted the library’s continued impact on the community.
#BlydenLibrary #NorfolkHistory #PanAfricanism #BlackHistory #PublicLibrary #CommunityLegacy #AttucksTheater
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Virginia Beach News September 14, 2024

NSU & HU Defeat Former CIAA Rivals, VSU & VUU; Await Battle of The Bay, Sept. 14

Norfolk State and Hampton University secured victories over former CIAA rivals Virginia State and Virginia Union, setting the stage for their highly anticipated Battle of the Bay matchup on September 14.
#BattleOfTheBay #NSUSpartans #HUPirates #HBCUFootball #CollegeFootball #NSUvsHU
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Virginia Beach News September 5, 2024

Norfolk March Commemorates Women’s Equality Day

The NAACP recently organized the Ida B. Wells March in Norfolk to commemorate Women’s Equality Day. The event highlighted the legacy of Ida B. Wells and emphasized the ongoing fight for voting rights, drawing participation from leaders like Congressman Bobby Scott and Norfolk Mayor Kenny Alexander.
#IdaBWells #WomensEqualityDay #NAACP #VotingRights #NorfolkVA #BlackHistory
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Virginia Beach News August 17, 2024

White House Initiative Celebrates 10 Years Of HBCU Elite Program

The White House Initiative on HBCUs marks its 10th anniversary by selecting 110 students from 77 institutions, including Virginia Union University, for the 2024 HBCU Scholars cohort. These students are recognized for their academic excellence, leadership potential, and community impact, reflecting the ongoing commitment to educational equity and diversity.
#HBCUScholars #BlackExcellence #HigherEducation #LeadershipDevelopment #HBCUs #VUU
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Virginia Beach News July 11, 2024

Mrs. Maggie Lena Walker: A Woman for All Seasons

Mrs. Maggie Lena Walker, an extraordinary leader of the early 20th century, made history as the first Black woman to found and lead a chartered bank in America. Her legacy of education, civil rights, and entrepreneurship continues to inspire.
#MaggieLenaWalker #BlackHistory #CivilRights #BlackEmpowerment #Education
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Virginia Beach News June 22, 2024

10 Local Black Churches & Sentara Partner To Fight High Blood Pressure

Sentara Healthcare and ten Black churches in Hampton Roads are partnering to tackle high blood pressure through a groundbreaking 18-month study. This initiative aims to reduce hypertension, a prevalent issue among congregants, with the help of at-home monitoring and community support.
#HealthEquity, #HypertensionAwareness, #BlackChurches, #SentaraHealthcare, #CommunityHealth, #HamptonRoads
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Virginia Beach News May 15, 2024

Longwood To Honor Prince Edward Civil Rights Heroes

Longwood University pays tribute to the unsung heroes of Prince Edward County’s civil rights struggle, recognizing their pivotal roles in shaping education justice during Commencement 2024.
#CivilRightsHeroes #LongwoodUniversity #Commencement2024 #EducationJustice
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Virginia Beach News March 30, 2024

Black Family Scholar, Pioneer: HU Presents Lifetime Award To Dr. Andrew Billingsley

“Hampton University pays tribute to Dr. Andrew Billingsley, a trailblazing sociologist and advocate for the Black family, with a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. His groundbreaking work continues to inspire and elevate communities, leaving a lasting legacy of scholarship and leadership.”
#DrAndrewBillingsley, #LifetimeAchievementAward, #HamptonUniversity, #BlackFamily, #Leadership, #Sociology
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Virginia Beach News January 6, 2024

OP-ED: Remembering Our Past … Redefining Our Present … Reaffirming Our Future

Brandon Anderson’s remarkable journey from facing depression at age 13 to becoming a successful entrepreneur and Virginia State University graduate is an inspiring tale of resilience and triumph. Overcoming personal hardships, Anderson not only earned a business degree but founded BXclusive Fitness and Nutrition, a wellness company dedicated to supporting those dealing with mental health challenges. His story is a testament to the transformative power of education and community support.
#SuccessStory #MentalHealthJourney #EducationTriumph #Entrepreneurship #WellnessAdvocate #VirginiaStateUniversity #Inspiration #CommunitySupport #Resilience
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