Fayetteville State University

Fortune Education Ranks Fayetteville State University Online MBA Program No. 3 in the State

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Thursday, May 9, 2024
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FAYETTEVILLE, N.C., May 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fayetteville State University is proud to announce its Online MBA program is ranked No.

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  • FAYETTEVILLE, N.C., May 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fayetteville State University is proud to announce its Online MBA program is ranked No.
  • FSU ranks ahead of UNC-Charlotte and East Carolina University, and the two schools in North Carolina, public or private, ranked ahead of FSU are UNC Chapel Hill and North Carolina State University.
  • This recognition highlights FSU's commitment to continuous improvement and providing a high-quality and accessible online MBA program for working professionals.
  • The FSU Online MBA program offers a flexible and affordable option for busy professionals seeking to advance their careers.

Residence Inn Fayetteville Celebrates Renovation with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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FAYETTEVILLE, N.C., April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Residence Inn by Marriott Fayetteville Cross Creek, NC celebrated its extensive renovation with a ribbon-cutting event on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. The property, located at 1468 Skibo Road, debuted its significant upgrades surrounded by community guests and local business leaders.

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  • FAYETTEVILLE, N.C., April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Residence Inn by Marriott Fayetteville Cross Creek, NC celebrated its extensive renovation with a ribbon-cutting event on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
  • The hotel team at the Residence Fayetteville Cross Creek hosted the event with a mystery theme, transforming attendees into detectives for an interactive adventure.
  • Following the ribbon cutting ceremony, the hotel hosted a Chamber networking event, fostering connections within the local business community.
  • For further information about the Residence Inn Fayetteville/Cross Creek or to book a stay, please visit www.marriott.com/fayri or contact the hotel at 910-868-9005.

Fayetteville State University Partners with AIR University to Advance Education for Air and Space Force

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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Fayetteville, N.C., Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fayetteville State University is partnering with the U.S. Air Force’s AIR University Associate-to-Baccalaureate Cooperative Program (AU-ABC) to advance educational opportunities for enlisted Airmen and Space Professionals beginning with second 8-week courses this spring.

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  • Fayetteville, N.C., Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fayetteville State University is partnering with the U.S. Air Force’s AIR University Associate-to-Baccalaureate Cooperative Program (AU-ABC) to advance educational opportunities for enlisted Airmen and Space Professionals beginning with second 8-week courses this spring.
  • Across the Air University schools and programs, more than 120,000 non-resident and 50,000 resident officers, enlisted, and civilian personnel graduated during the 2022-2023 academic year.
  • “Air University provides Airmen with many educational and developmental touchpoints throughout their careers to enhance the military readiness and lethality of our joint force.
  • The AU-ABC connects the CCAF with 4-year institutions where currently serving members of the Air Force, Space Force, Air Force Reserves and Air National Guard can earn their bachelor’s degree online.

UNCF Issues Revealing Report on Black Teacher Pipeline Best Practices at HBCU Teacher Education Programs

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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The 40-page report titled “The Heart Work of Hard Work: Black Teacher Pipeline Best Practices at HBCU Teacher Education Programs,” provides a snapshot of the best practices four participating HBCUs shared to strengthen the Black teacher pipeline.

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  • The 40-page report titled “The Heart Work of Hard Work: Black Teacher Pipeline Best Practices at HBCU Teacher Education Programs,” provides a snapshot of the best practices four participating HBCUs shared to strengthen the Black teacher pipeline.
  • The selected institutions were listed among the top 25 four-year HBCUs that produce Black teacher college graduates in various K-12 education fields.
  • The findings of the report will be discussed on Tuesday, Feb. 13, as part of the Equity in Education: Advancing Opportunities for Black Teachers and Parents virtual learning series.
  • Historically Black colleges and universities are critical conduits in the Black teacher pipeline,” said Dr. Copridge.

U.S. Army 4-Star General (Ret.) Michael X. Garrett Appointed to Nano Dimension’s Board of Directors

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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Waltham, Mass., Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nano Dimension Ltd. (Nasdaq: NNDM) (“Nano Dimension” or the “Company”), a leading supplier of Additively Manufactured Electronics and multi-dimensional polymer, metal & ceramic Additive Manufacturing 3D printers, today announced that 4-Star General (Ret.) Michael X. Garrett has been appointed as a member of its Board of Directors, effective as of October 15th, 2023. General Garrett is a retired United States Army four-star general with nearly 40 years of service, most recently serving as Commanding General, United States Army Forces Command (“FORSCOM”), the largest command in the U.S. Army, from March 2019 until his retirement in July 2022.

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  • Michael X. Garrett has been appointed as a member of its Board of Directors, effective as of October 15th, 2023.
  • General Garrett is a retired United States Army four-star general with nearly 40 years of service, most recently serving as Commanding General, United States Army Forces Command (“FORSCOM”), the largest command in the U.S. Army, from March 2019 until his retirement in July 2022.
  • General Garrett’s 38-year active military career culminated in three years commanding U.S. Army Forces Command and its 750,000 combat and support personnel across the United States, from 2019-2022.
  • Dr. Nissan-Cohen Chairman, and Yoav Stern, CEO issued a joint statement: “We are honored to add General Garrett to our Board.

HANG MEDIA ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH TOYOTA TO OFFER A GRAND NEW AND CONNECTED WAY TO WATCH THE HBCU NY CLASSIC FROM METLIFE STADIUM

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota, whose first‐ever 2024 Grand Highlander SUV touts "the best views from every row," will be offering fans the best viewing experience when Morehouse College faces Albany State University in the 2nd annual HBCU NY Classic football game at MetLife Stadium on Saturday, September 16th. Teaming with HANG, the leading fan‐athlete community, Toyota will be hosting a virtual watch party in which fans will mingle with athletes and celebrities in a video chat room while watching the action on TV. Howard University Class of '22 graduate and multiple Emmy nominee Anthony Anderson, and Morehouse alums Isaac Keys, the actor and former NFL star and Edwin Moses, the renowned track and field champion, will watch from a Toyota suite at the game.

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  • Anderson will be flipping the coin at the start of the game, which Toyota is sponsoring for the second straight year.
  • Isaac Keys— an ex‐linebacker who appreciates every inch of extra space—will be showcasing the roomier‐than‐ever 2024 Grand Highlander at Toyota's pre‐game YardFest at MetLife.
  • "Toyota and HANG are a natural fit," said William Moore, VP/Media Director with Burrell Communications Group.
  • "HANG watch parties create a comfortable space for the whole family to enjoy an amazing experience—just like the new Grand Highlander does.

Textron Elects Retired General Michael X. Garrett to Board of Directors

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Monday, June 26, 2023
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Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) announced that Michael X. Garrett has been elected to the company's Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2023.

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  • Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) announced that Michael X. Garrett has been elected to the company's Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230626643037/en/
    Michael X. Garrett has been elected to Textron's Board of Directors effective July 1, 2023.
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    “We are honored to add General Garrett to our Board," said Textron Chairman and CEO Scott Donnelly.
  • As FORSCOM Commander, General Garrett led 750,000 combat and support personnel through the COVID-19 pandemic and a shifting global security landscape.

National Cybersecurity Alliance Partners with One In Tech Foundation to Launch HBCU Scholarship Program

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) , the nation’s leading nonprofit promoting cybersecurity education and awareness, today announced the launch of their Historically Black Colleges and Universities Scholarship Program.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) , the nation’s leading nonprofit promoting cybersecurity education and awareness, today announced the launch of their Historically Black Colleges and Universities Scholarship Program.
  • The National Cybersecurity Alliance’s “See Yourself In Cyber” has played an important role in helping local HBCU students connect with our growing cybersecurity industry, and the launch of the HBCU Scholarship Program is an exciting new step forward to bring diverse talent into the field.
  • As our nation confronts new digital challenges, we must empower students from all backgrounds to pursue meaningful careers in cybersecurity and tech.
  • To support the program and help advance the scholarship opportunities awarded, please visit https://oneintech.org/take-action/donate/online-donation/ and select “National Cybersecurity Alliance Partner Scholarship Fund.”
    For more information on the HBCU Career Program, please visit https://staysafeonline.org/programs/hbcu-cyber-career-program/ .

The HBCU Founders Initiative and UNCF Host Better Futures Pitch Competition for Startup Founders from Historically Black Colleges and Universities

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Friday, April 21, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Founders Initiative (HBCUFI), a startup accelerator and non-profit that works with founders at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), and The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) , a philanthropic organization that funds scholarships for Black students and 37 HBCUs, have partnered to host the Better Futures competition .

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  • WASHINGTON, April 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Founders Initiative (HBCUFI), a startup accelerator and non-profit that works with founders at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), and The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) , a philanthropic organization that funds scholarships for Black students and 37 HBCUs, have partnered to host the Better Futures competition .
  • Expected attendees at the Better Futures competition include founders, corporate executives, investors, government officials, university administrators, and HBCU faculty, students, and alumni from the DMV region.
  • "For early-stage startups, exposure to investors and potential enterprise customers is critical," Marlon Evans, President of the HBCU Founders Initiative said.
  • "We are excited to showcase HBCU founders, who often lack access to the resources necessary to scale their businesses, at the Better Futures competition."

N. Joyce Payne Center for Social Justice Promoting Civic Engagement & Voter Registration at Historically Black Colleges & Universities

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Saturday, March 11, 2023
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Washington, March 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The N. Joyce Payne Center for Social Justice (PCSJ) and the National Historically Black Colleges & Universities Alumni Associations Foundation (NHBCUAAF) continue their partnership to promote civic engagement and voter registration at the nation’s HBCUs.

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  • Washington, March 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The N. Joyce Payne Center for Social Justice (PCSJ) and the National Historically Black Colleges & Universities Alumni Associations Foundation (NHBCUAAF) continue their partnership to promote civic engagement and voter registration at the nation’s HBCUs.
  • In 2020, the American Association of Colleges & Universities reported that young adults had been the least engaged members of the US electorate for more than four decades.
  • Tufts University’s Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement report found that the American electorate is growing younger and more diverse.
  • “We are extremely excited to continue working with the NHBCUAAF in bringing progressive voices together to promote and affirm the power of civic engagement,” said Dr. Christopher C. Brown, II, Executive Director, Payne Center for Social Justice.