HBCU Review: NAACP Investigating Teachers Leaving Howard Middle School

Plus, Southern marching band performs J. Cole song.

D.C. NAACP Is Investigating Why Teachers Left HU Middle School - Southern University's rendition of J. Cole song goes viral, plus more HBCU news. —Natelege Whaley (@Natelege_)  The D.C. chapter of the NAACP is looking into why three social studies teachers at Howard University Middle School resigned recently, the Washington Post reports. They allegedly left because they were not allowed to teach the students Black history. Dozens of students protested their teachers’ departures Monday on the campus of Howard.   (Photo: Karega via Twitter)

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D.C. NAACP Is Investigating Why Teachers Left HU Middle School - Southern University's rendition of J. Cole song goes viral, plus more HBCU news. —Natelege Whaley (@Natelege_) The D.C. chapter of the NAACP is looking into why three social studies teachers at Howard University Middle School resigned recently, the Washington Post reports. They allegedly left because they were not allowed to teach the students Black history. Dozens of students protested their teachers’ departures Monday on the campus of Howard. (Photo: Karega via Twitter)

Southern University's Rendition of J. Cole's 'Wet Dreamz' Goes Viral - Southern University's Marching Band, a.k.a. the Human Jukebox, made headlines this week for their spirited rendition of J. Cole's "Wet Dreamz," a song from his latest album 2014 Forest Hills Drive. Cole was honored by the performance and took the time to shout out the Jaguars Wednesday. "I ain't make it until I saw this. A high honor! Thank you," he tweeted.   (photo: the Southern University Human Jukebox via Youtube) 

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Southern University's Rendition of J. Cole's 'Wet Dreamz' Goes Viral - Southern University's Marching Band, a.k.a. the Human Jukebox, made headlines this week for their spirited rendition of J. Cole's "Wet Dreamz," a song from his latest album 2014 Forest Hills Drive. Cole was honored by the performance and took the time to shout out the Jaguars Wednesday. "I ain't make it until I saw this. A high honor! Thank you," he tweeted. (photo: the Southern University Human Jukebox via Youtube) 

Myrlie Evers-Williams Steps Down From Alcorn State - Myrlie Evers-Williams will be stepping down from her three-year tenure as scholar-in-residence at Alcorn State University. “Leaving Alcorn was a very personal and difficult decision to make.  Alcorn will always have a prominent place in my life and I will always be involved with my university,” Evers-Williams said in a statement, according to HBCU Digest. She will now focus on continuing to grow the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Institute, a non-profit that promotes civil rights advocacy and scholarships.    (Photo: Jan Somma-Hammel/Staten Island Advance /Landov)

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Myrlie Evers-Williams Steps Down From Alcorn State - Myrlie Evers-Williams will be stepping down from her three-year tenure as scholar-in-residence at Alcorn State University. “Leaving Alcorn was a very personal and difficult decision to make.  Alcorn will always have a prominent place in my life and I will always be involved with my university,” Evers-Williams said in a statement, according to HBCU Digest. She will now focus on continuing to grow the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Institute, a non-profit that promotes civil rights advocacy and scholarships.  (Photo: Jan Somma-Hammel/Staten Island Advance /Landov)

Grambling State Presidential Search Delayed Because of Financial Issues - Grambling State University continues its search for a president; however their financial status may be holding the 113-year-old institution back from attracting a new leader. “The best current and potential candidates have numerous career options,” said Lawrence Hollins, president of the search firm, according to AP. “It is very unlikely they will put an offer on hold from a stable institution to wait for Grambling’s budget issues to clarify,” he said.   (Photo: Grambling State University via Twitter)

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Grambling State Presidential Search Delayed Because of Financial Issues - Grambling State University continues its search for a president; however their financial status may be holding the 113-year-old institution back from attracting a new leader. “The best current and potential candidates have numerous career options,” said Lawrence Hollins, president of the search firm, according to AP. “It is very unlikely they will put an offer on hold from a stable institution to wait for Grambling’s budget issues to clarify,” he said.  (Photo: Grambling State University via Twitter)

Senator Tim Scott Speaks at Morehouse - On Monday at Morehouse College, Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina spoke on the policies of the Republican Party and how it would positively impact the country. Scott is the only Black senator in the south and the first to be elected since the 19th century. The Morehouse College Republicans group invited Scott to their campus to give the address.  (Photo: Andrew Burton/Getty Images)

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Senator Tim Scott Speaks at Morehouse - On Monday at Morehouse College, Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina spoke on the policies of the Republican Party and how it would positively impact the country. Scott is the only Black senator in the south and the first to be elected since the 19th century. The Morehouse College Republicans group invited Scott to their campus to give the address.  (Photo: Andrew Burton/Getty Images)

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Florida Rep. Acknowledges FAMU for Black History Month - Florida Representative Gwen Graham recognized Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University at the U.S House of Representatives Wednesday to celebrate Black History Month. “I'm proud to represent FAMU in the Second Congressional District of Florida,” Graham said. “Their mission and the public service they provide is a benefit to North Florida, our state and our nation,” she continued.  (Photo: Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call)

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Florida Rep. Acknowledges FAMU for Black History Month - Florida Representative Gwen Graham recognized Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University at the U.S House of Representatives Wednesday to celebrate Black History Month. “I'm proud to represent FAMU in the Second Congressional District of Florida,” Graham said. “Their mission and the public service they provide is a benefit to North Florida, our state and our nation,” she continued.  (Photo: Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call)

NPR to Follow Four HU Grads for 'The Howard Project' - NPR will be following four seniors of Howard University in the months following their graduation for “The Howard Project,” showcasing the experiences and challenges they may face entering the real world. The students featured will be Taylor Davis, a nursing student; Leighton Watson, an English major; Ariel Alford, a history and African studies student; and Kevin Peterman, a political science and education student.    (Photo: NPR)

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NPR to Follow Four HU Grads for 'The Howard Project' - NPR will be following four seniors of Howard University in the months following their graduation for “The Howard Project,” showcasing the experiences and challenges they may face entering the real world. The students featured will be Taylor Davis, a nursing student; Leighton Watson, an English major; Ariel Alford, a history and African studies student; and Kevin Peterman, a political science and education student.   (Photo: NPR)

Clyburn Bill Seeks to Preserve HBCU Buildings - Buildings on the campuses of four South Carolina historically Black colleges and universities could be preserved with the help of a new bill introduced by Congressman James E. Clyburn. South Carolina State University, Claflin University, Voorhees College and Denmark Technical College would all benefit from the proposed legislation, according to The Times and Democrat.  (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)

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Clyburn Bill Seeks to Preserve HBCU Buildings - Buildings on the campuses of four South Carolina historically Black colleges and universities could be preserved with the help of a new bill introduced by Congressman James E. Clyburn. South Carolina State University, Claflin University, Voorhees College and Denmark Technical College would all benefit from the proposed legislation, according to The Times and Democrat.  (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)