This year, students from Morgan State University, Coppin State University and Bowie State University competed in the second annual competition. (Courtesy photo) By AFRO Staff Moguls in the Making, a business plan pitch competition that offers Historically Black College and University (HBCU) students an opportunity to learn and practice vital skills, took place virtually on […]
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Ravens Hold Off Eagles For Close Win
Philadelphia Eagles’ Carson Wentz (11) is tackled by Baltimore Ravens’ Calais Campbell (93) during the second half of their football game, Oct. 18. Ahead, the Ravens will face off with longtime foe, the Pittsburgh Steelers, who are off to a blazing start this season. The game will be at home for the Ravens on Nov. […]
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NSF Awards Morgan Nearly $1 Million S-STEM Grant to Foster STEM Degrees, Careers
(Photos Courtesy of Morgan State University) Morgan State University Awarded Nearly $1 Million Grant from National Science Foundation to Broaden STEM Programs and Professional Development Pipeline Five-year, Federal-funded grant to underwrite scholarships and bolster STEM curricula BALTIMORE — Morgan State University (MSU) has received an award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) as part of an […]
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Voters Express Anxiety Ahead of Debate
Roneisha Pierce (Courtesy Photo) By Cheyenne Briggs Special to the AFRO On the eve of the final Oct. 22 Joe Biden-Donald Trump TV debate before the Nov. 3 election, debate watchers shared their views about the significance of voting and what the most compelling issues were for them. “Yes, I am voting this year,” said […]
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The Well: The Parenting Shift: No Mother Judgers Allowed
Andi Pyatt is an educator, entrepreneur, wellness professional, and author. (Courtesy Photo) By Andi Pyatt “The Well” is a recurring column to remind us of the power we possess in mind, body and spirit. Since March 2020 there are a few staple food items that I keep in the house. These items are frozen cheese […]
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The AFRO’s On the Move
AFRO team members on the lot of the Edgewood Street location. (AFRO File Photo) By Stephen Janis Special to the AFRO The pandemic has taken a toll on businesses across the country, and the AFRO is no exception. Like many companies the storied paper has had to adapt to a constantly evolving business climate that […]
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Black Girls Vote & Under Armour
Black Girls Vote & Under Armour to host “PARTY AT THE MAILBOX” Packing Party! Partnership encouraging citizens to VOTE in November 3rd General Election! BALTIMORE, MD (October 21, 2020) — Black Girls Vote, Inc. (BGV) and Under Armour are hosting a “Party at the Mailbox” Packing Party, bringing volunteers and supporters together with FOOD, MUSIC […]
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Morgan State University Partners With MPT To Revive Rarely Seen Martin Luther King Jr. Interview
MLK Speaks: A Conversation with America three-hour special airs October 26 on MPT and WEAA-FM Broadcast features rare 1963 Martin Luther King, Jr. TV interview and discussion with roster of local and national guests OWINGS MILLS, MD – Maryland Public Television (MPT) and Morgan State University’s WEAA-FM (88.9) are collaborating on Monday, October 26 at 8 p.m. for MLK Speaks: A Conversation […]
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BALTIMORE COUNTY DEMOCRATIC STATE CENTRAL COMMITTEE SEEKS APPLICANT FOR OPEN LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT 7 POSITION
The BALTIMORE COUNTY DEMOCRATIC STATE CENTRAL COMMITTEE (BCDSCC), known as the Baltimore County Democratic Party, was elected on June 26, 2018 during the Democratic Primary Election. A vacancy has occurred due to the resignation of a member of District 7. According to the BCDSCC bylaws, the remaining members are charged with making a recommendation to […]
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New Shiloh Baptist Church: Pastoral Prayers for 2020 National Election
TWENTY-TWO PASTORAL PRAYERS FOR 2020’s NATIONAL ELECTION Twenty-two of our nation’s leading African-American pastors will come together for a virtual time of prayer on Wednesday, October 28th for the sole purpose of praying for God’s Will to prevail for the November 3rd national elections. These men and women are uniting in prayer with the strength […]
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Learning From a Distance at Coppin
Coppin State University student Tyrek Goy attends an online class at his home in Frederick, Maryland September 30. (Courtesy Photo) By Jared Grizzle Special to the AFRO Sitting at home, worlds away from peers and instructors is not the way most students hoped they would be starting the fall semester. For 22-year-old Coppin State University […]
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Morgan State University President Delivers Powerful Address to New Students in Age of Racial Injustice, Pandemic
Morgan State University President David Wilson (Photos Courtesy of Morgan State University) Morgan State University President Challenges Students to Remain ‘Morgan Strong’ and Be the Difference in Face of Racial Injustice and Global Pandemic Passionate and Impactful Message Delivered During Annual Matriculation Convocation BALTIMORE — Poised on stage before a mostly empty hall at the Murphy Fine […]