College Headlines

Still waiting for his rocket to come

The Diamondback, University of Maryland College Park, MD

14 hours ago by Tripp Laino

Jason Mraz's latest album doesn't measure up

President Ribeau Lauded by Bowling Green Students

The Hilltop, Howard University, DC

1 day ago by Shivonne Foster

Nominated unanimously by the Presidential Search Committee, Bowling Green State University's first black president Sidney Ribeau, will transition into a new phase of his career as he assumes the position of 16th president of Howard University on August 1.

American Express' Chenault Garners Mixed Reactions

The Hilltop, Howard University, DC

1 day ago by Christina Burton

Kenneth I. Chenault gracing the Yard today serves as a step up from last year's Oprah Winfrey phenomenon for many students and faculty, but a step down for others.

Graduating seniors, as eager as they are to receive their degrees, have differing views on Chenault being this year's graduation orator.

Gender Disparity Among HBCU Graduates a Cause for Concern

The Hilltop, Howard University, DC

1 day ago by Eboni Farmer

According to the Journal of Blacks in Higher Education, in 2007 Howard University had a within six-year graduation rate of 60 percent, up two points from the rate the journal reported in 2006.

This is 16 percent above the national average graduation rate for blacks across the country which is 44 percent.

University warns APES not to reorganize

GW Hatchet, George Washington University, DC

2 days ago by Alexa Millinger

The University sent letters to former members of the Alpha Pi Epsilon fraternity last month, threatening disciplinary action if any members "reorganize, reconstitute or re-colonize" in any form.

Federal employers covet college grads

GW Hatchet, George Washington University, DC

2 days ago by Rustin Partow
Hatchet Reporter

Todd Jasper started working security at the Surf & Sand Hotel in Laguna Beach, Calif., four years ago. Now, the graduating senior will work at the Department of Homeland Security - one of a growing number of students to secure government jobs out of college.

Tickets not needed for Mall event

GW Hatchet, George Washington University, DC

2 days ago by Justine Karp

Though graduates are allotted six tickets for Sunday's Commencement ceremony on the Mall, University officials said they are not necessary unless the event is moved indoors.

Beating on Donkey Kong's drum

The Diamondback, University of Maryland College Park, MD

14 hours ago by Thomas Floyd

The Gamer Symphony Orchestra performs orchestral versions of classic video game theme songs at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Tuesday

U.S. and others abroad battle global food crisis

The District Chronicles, Howard University, DC

1 day ago by Saeed Shabazz/Special to the NNPA from the Final Call

United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon, in a recent meeting here with Bretton Woods Institution organizations, called for immediate and long-term measures to tackle a growing global food crisis.

Home automatic tech gives Jetsons a run for their money

The District Chronicles, Howard University, DC

1 day ago

Do the words "wireless home control" and "automation" make you think of "The Jetsons?" Home automation has been around for years. New technology and more practical, affordable applications are now bringing the benefits of home automation to ordinary people.