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Dr. Sylvester James Gates, Jr.: Pioneering Theoretical Physicist Bridges Mathematical Worlds

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Turok says the institute is now the largest and strongest network of centres of excellence in mathematical sciences in Africa, with 3500 alumni at masters level. It was clear he was having fun.

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An Open Letter to HBCU Graduates

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Historically, HBCU students and alumni have played a pivotal role in securing the civil rights of not only Black people, but of all marginalized Americans. The war on DEI is being well documented. According to recent figures , 32 states have been affected by anti-DEI legislation.

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Scholars Respond to the Death of a University Administrator

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“It went downhill after the [Family and Medical Leave Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act] documents were submitted due to my severe depression and anxiety. This is all documented and emails sent.” As the alumni association, we want to assure the students have the things that they need as best we can," he said.

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Legends Henry and Shirley Frye Honored with Renaming of A&T Building

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Frye Hall, named after two of its most prominent alumni, 1953 graduates Justice Henry Frye and his wife, Shirley Frye. 25, 1956 — have donated their personal archives (professional documents and artifacts) to the F.D. The building, with its angular green and white façade, will be known as Henry E. and Shirley T. The Justice Henry E.

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Despite Probation, Saint Augustine's University is Looking Forward

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9, according to SACSCOC’s disclosure statement, which explains that SAU failed to meet compliance with core requirements regarding financial resources and documents. When I came in, I recognized we needed to have more documentation, more evidence we were in compliance. So, when the [probation] report was posted, it was old news.”

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Saint Augustine's Plans Lawsuit After Denied Accreditation Appeal

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In February, the university launched the Falcon Pride Initiative Fundraising Campaign, aimed at rallying support — upward of $5 million — from internal stakeholders, alumni, friends, neighbors, and the HBCU community to demonstrate financial solvency for preserving its accreditation. “We

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UChicago to be First Defendant to Settle in Finanical Aid Lawsuit

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“This settlement … underscores once again the strength of the plaintiffs’ case and further shines the spotlight on the defendants who have not yet stepped up to do the right thing for their students and alumni,” said Robert D. Gilbert, managing partner at Gilbert Litigators and Counselors, one of the firms representing the former students.