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Saint Augustine's University, one of the oldest historically Black colleges, has secured a $7 million high interest-rate loan from Gothic Ventures to address its financial struggles, including liabilities and unpaid employee wages. The Raleigh-based institution, which has faced declining enrollment and lacks recent audited financial reports, views the loan as a crucial lifeline.
Kamala Harris will spend election night at Howard University, her alma mater, marking the first time the campus hosts a presidential election watch party. Harris, a 1986 graduate, has maintained strong ties with the historically black university, which is proud to count her among its alumni. Classes were canceled to encourage student voting, and the event highlights Howard's significant role in producing influential black leaders.
Black conservative activist Michaelah Montgomery arranged for Donald Trump's visit to an Atlanta Chick-fil-A, where he was warmly greeted by a group of Black students from historically Black colleges. The visit was part of the Trump campaign's effort to make inroads with Black voters, despite previous controversies over racial stereotypes. The event was seen as a success by Trump's allies, but it also sparked criticism and backlash from some students and the local community.
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have received a $124 million donation aimed at increasing enrollment and graduation rates. The donation, made by philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, will be distributed among 11 HBCUs, with each institution receiving between $10 million and $40 million. The funds will be used to support scholarships, improve infrastructure, and enhance academic programs, ultimately helping to address the persistent disparities faced by HBCUs in higher education.