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Robert A. Mason, who opened HBCU doors for thousands, dies at 66
Robert A. Mason, who died Aug. 2, nearly missed out on college. He created the Common Black College Application, which has helped more than 500,000 students apply to HBCUs.
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HBCUs need a financial lifeline. Help is stalled in Congress.
Despite presidential executive orders to support HBCUs, advocates say the historically underfunded schools remain underfunded.
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Will talent meet opportunity in Georgia?
A new study offers three steps for Georgia to better support Latino students.
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How decades of underfunding has shaped life at HBCUs
Unequal investment has left many HBCUs struggling to maintain aging campuses, where mold, failing HVAC systems and broken elevators are part of everyday student life.
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HBCUs have a gender gap problem. Where are the Black men going?
Black male enrollment in higher education declined by 4% between 2018 and 2024, while enrollment in trade schools and similar programs is up 15%.
A major money issue: Nearly $11 billion of Georgia student loans in default
An AP analysis found that 23% of Georgia's federal student loan borrowers were in default, one of the highest rates in the U.S. Also, SCAD has a new music production major.
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Former GSU football player killed in shooting during robbery, officials say
A 19-year-old is facing charges in an armed robbery and shooting, which left one dead and injured two, police said. The suspect was also injured.
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Berry College alumni petition after historical buildings razed
Two of Berry College's oldest buildings were demolished, triggering backlash from alumni.
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Georgia Tech closes residence hall after water leak
Georgia Tech is reassigning students to other campus housing after discovering a water leak in the Woodruff South hall.
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The duffel bag helping Georgia’s youth
The Atlanta-based Orange Duffel Bag Initiative is celebrating 15 years of helping high school and college students improve their educational and career outcomes.