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Morgan Alum Shapes Narrative for Nat Geo Black History Series as Editor
Morgan State University has given Carla Wills many opportunities to explore her interests, from STEM to history to journalism. This week, the veteran journalist is celebrating her role as executive editor of a new series from National Geographic that challenged her to utilize much of the knowledge and many of the skills she has gained in those areas.
How The First HBCU Fintech Center Is Preparing Students For The Future
Mirtha Donastorg, HBCU Innovation Reporter at The Plug, speaks with Dr. Ali Emdad, Executive Director of the Morgan State University FinTech Center, about fintech, HBCUs and how to prepare students for the future.
A Race to the Top in Research
Today, Morgan State is one of a handful of HBCUs vying to join the ranks of Carnegie R1 universities. The coveted distinction, reserved for doctoral institutions with very high research activity, helps universities recruit top faculty members and scholars and win prestigious research grants. Among the 137 institutions classified as R1, not one is an HBCU.
How Morgan State University Built the Foundation for its Digital Learner Record
When Morgan State University launches its digital learner record this spring, the goal is for students to be able to display not just the skills they need to get a job, but also achievements outside academics that set them apart, one of the school’s administrators said during an event this week.
Anonymous Donor Gifts Morgan $2.75 Million to Increase Access to a College Education and Support Student Success
Morgan State University President David K. Wilson announced the receipt of a new $2.5-million gift from a donor who wishes to remain anonymous. The latest gift follows an initial $250,000 from the donor, made in October. The total of $2.75 million in resources will be invested in students, providing access to a college education for as many as 83 scholars per semester through the establishment of the Leading the Future scholarship fund.
Morgan State’s Tyrone Wheatley to Coach in Senior Bowl as Part of New Minority Coaching Fellowship Program
Morgan State football coach Tyrone Wheatley will coach in the 73rd annual Senior Bowl, which is set to take place Feb. 5 in Mobile, Alabama. The Senior Bowl is a college football all-star game and a crucial part of the NFL draft process. The game will consist of some of the nation’s top seniors, who will be coached by staff members from the New York Jets and Detroit Lions.
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