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Concentric Educational Solutions puts students at the center of its work, bridging the gap between school and home

by Megan Sayles AFRO Business WriterJuly 1, 2022July 1, 2022

By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, Report for America Corps Member, msayles@afrocom David Heiber founded Concentric Educational Solutions in 2010 to bridge the gap between home and the classroom. The […]

Posted inHBCU

HBCU SPOTLIGHT: Maryland’s Four HBCU’s Set to Receive $4 Million creating Ozzie Newsome Scholars

by Deborah Bailey AFRO DC EditorJune 29, 2022June 29, 2022

By Deborah Bailey, AFRO D.C. Editor Maryland’s four HBCU’s will receive a total of $4 million in scholarships in honor of Ozzie Newsome,  Baltimore Ravens’ longtime personnel executive and Member of […]

Posted inBUSINESS

Baltimore social change organization CLLCTIVLY welcomes first chief operating officer

by Megan Sayles AFRO Business WriterJune 28, 2022June 28, 2022

By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, Report for America Corps Member, msayles@afro.com CLLCTIVLY, a Baltimore social change organization focused on racial equity, narrative change, social connectedness and resource mobilization, recently […]

Posted inSports

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Jaylon Ferguson died at age 26

by Associated PressJune 28, 2022June 29, 2022

By Noah Trister, The Associated Press Ferguson, nicknamed “Sack Daddy,” played three NFL seasons, all with Baltimore. He set the career sacks record in the College Football Bowl Subdivision (45) […]

Posted inBaltimore News

Coppin State University launches online degree program for Early Childhood Education Human Development

by Special to the AFRO from Coppin State UniversityJune 27, 2022June 27, 2022

Offering Bachelor of Science Program Online Expands Access to Culturally Responsive Teaching, Training for Educators BALTIMORE — Coppin State University will now offer its Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood […]

Posted inCoronavirus

COVID-19 vaccination available for youngest children throughout the DMV

by Deborah Bailey AFRO DC EditorJune 26, 2022June 26, 2022

By Deborah Bailey, AFRO D.C. Editor After approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), COVID-19 vaccines are now available for the youngest children throughout the D.C., Maryland, and Virgina […]

Posted inBaltimore News

Project SEARCH at Kennedy Krieger aims to break down employment barriers for people with disabilities

by Mylika ScatliffeJune 26, 2022June 26, 2022

By Mylika Scatliffe, AFRO Women’s Health Writer Nygil Sims’ typical workday as a Rehabilitation Technician involves supporting physical therapists as they treat patients with severe spinal cord injuries.  His tasks […]

Posted inAfro Briefs

Maryland Apple workers face hurdles after vote to unionize

by Associated PressJune 25, 2022June 25, 2022

By The Associated Press The historic vote by employees of a Maryland Apple store to unionize — a first for the technology giant — is a significant step in a […]

Posted inBaltimore News

Baltimore Mayor supports unionization efforts at Walters Art Museum

by Special to the AFROJune 25, 2022June 25, 2022

By David Lance, AFRO MDDC Intern Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott stands in solidarity with the employees of Walters Art Museum in their efforts to unionize with the American Federation of […]

Posted inBaltimore News

Shock Trauma Chief speaks about gun violence and the ripple effects in Baltimore City

by Mylika ScatliffeJune 25, 2022June 25, 2022

By Mylika Scatliffe, AFRO Women’s Health Writer Dr. David Efron has seen it all.  While millions across the country are debating gun laws, mass shooting prevention and public safety, doctors […]

Posted inNEWS

Founding Director Petula Caesar welcomes communityinto Baltimore Unity Hall, newly renovated resource center

by Special to the AFROJune 24, 2022June 27, 2022

Baltimore Unity Hall will serve the city’s artists, small business owners and non-profit organizations. By Tinashe Chingarande, Special to the AFRO A community resource center that doubles as studio space […]

Posted inBaltimore News

The Moore Report: Peace Camp Year 16 and reparations from churches as penance to Black and Brown folks

by Ralph E. Moore Jr.June 24, 2022June 24, 2022

By Ralph E. Moore, Jr. The Nawal G. Rajeh Peace Camp Peace Camp will be held at the St. Frances Academy Community Center from July 5 to August 5. Each […]

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