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When I was growing up, there were two messages that were pretty strong in my family. 1. Finish school and go to college. and 2. Get a good job. My mom was raising me and my little sister on her own and we didn’t have a whole lot of money. But what my family DID have was high expectations

Hampton University Alumna Dr. Gladys Hope Franklin White, Class of 1939, will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award today at National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame ceremony in Atlanta. Hall of

Miss UVI Elisa Thomas made history when she won the title of Miss National Black College Alumni (NBCA) Hall of Fame – becoming the first Miss UVI to win that crown. At the competition held from Se

A short film by Endia Beal, interim director of Winston-Salem State University's Diggs Gallery, is part of a new exhibit at Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art at State University of New York, New Paltz. O

Though she plays a ruthless and evil mob boss, Jada Pinkett Smith has a pretty fierce beauty look in the new series ‘Gotham,’ which premieres on FOX on Sept. 22. Jada Pinkett Smith plays the unlikeable Fish Mooney in the anticipated Batman prequel series, but one thing we do love is her fearless

For many parents it’s a struggle to get their children to do homework each day. The kids come home from a long day of school and all they want to do is play video games or watch television. What can a

"I’ve always loved beauty products, but I didn't really get into skincare until my thirties. I’ve worn sunscreen every day since I turned 33. My whole routine changed, actually. I do all of those lot

Cheetah's medicine includes - speed and focus, brotherhood, elusiveness, ability to focus intently on something for a short period of time, swiftness, self-esteem, accelerating time, keenness of sight

On Saturday, September 27, 2014, Bennett College formally installs the College’s seventeenth President, Rosalind Fuse-Hall, who took office on July 1, 2013. In keeping with President Fuse-Hall’s co

Medgar Evers College and the New Legacy Leaders Project invite the community to a special panel discussion on mental health and well-being. The New Legacy Leaders Project, “an innovative wellness and

On September 26th, see Academy Award Winner Denzel Washington like you've never seen him before in the upcoming action thriller directed by Antoine Fuqua (Training Day). Before it hits theaters, check out the action packed trailer below! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BP_FwE0Z7no&list=UUz97F7

In Part 1 of this blog, we introduced you to three steps you can take to improve your job search efforts. We covered how to be strategic when reaching out to recruiters and company representatives, ho

In Part 1 of this blog, we introduced you to three steps you can take to improve your job search efforts. We covered how to be strategic when reaching out to recruiters and company representatives, ho

What's wrong with believing in Magic? I am here to tell you to believe. Believe in Fairy Godmothers and Wizards. Believe in the unseen. Look around at the Magic in your life. Encourage Magic in

New Orleans CityBusiness recently named two Dillard University women to the 2014 class of “Women of the Year.” Therese Badon, vice president for development for the UNCF and Dr. Toya Barnes-Teamer are

Taking part each September, Respect Day has been created to encourage people to focus more on ways in which they can be respectful to others. For many the day involves being more attentive to loved ones, but it can really be used as a catalyst for treating any people with a more polite approach.

So we've made it over the Hump. Woo Hoo! You may be a little tired or a little over whelmed, but I am here to remind you that inch by inch it is a cinch! Just keep pouring energy towards your go

The number of billionaires grew by 7 percent over the past year, but the number of billionaires crossing the $10 billion threshold remains a rarified event. According to the 2014 Billionaire Census published by Wealth X and UBS, there are 2,325 billionaires throughout the world today holding a co

Many women manage to balance motherhood, marriage and demanding careers. When done successfully, this is actually a major accomplishment and requires a lot of planning and organizing. In spite of how

There is a new book for young black girls called Black Girls Can: An Empowering Story of Yesterdays and Todays. It features ten prominent, trail-blazing Black women who parallel today’s girl. The book demonstrates that Black girls like us CAN and DO! We can create like Madam C.J. Walker, be brave

Have you been feeling unhappy about your life lately…and maybe even a little disappointed in yourself? It may seem like nothing is working in your favor right now. You might be struggling in your business, your finances or even your relationships. You might be feeling discouraged in your situa

Mac Brown, Vice-President of Brown-Forman discusses his family and their history. This interview is from the Kentucky Bourbon Tales Oral History Project, Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, University of Kentucky Libraries. http://www.nunncenter.org/bourbon

If you are into not being bogged down with baggage then I have just the purse for you!!! It is the answer to your need to be sleek: "Jill-E Calhoun Clutch"! Forget about the shoulder aches from ca

What would you do if you found out that you had only three more months to live? Gordon Zacks was a successful businessman, a leader of Jewish life, and a confidante and adviser to President George

This video provides insight into what will take place during the ATLANTA FOOTBALL CLASSIC - the Ultimate Sports & Entertainment Weekend. The event takes place in Atlanta, GA on Saturday, October 4, 2014 and tickets can be purchased at www.atlantafootballclassic.com