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Clinton College Celebrates 2024 Commencement Ceremony

Rock Hill, SC - On Friday, May 3rd, 2024, Clinton College held its highly anticipated 2024 Commencement Ceremony at the Bishop Kenneth Monroe Transformation Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The …
By Rev. Roderick J. Josey

Livingstone College receives another $1M donation as the campus celebrates its homecoming festivities.

Salisbury, NC | As Livingstone College welcomes back its alumni and friends for its homecoming, a.k.a. Stonecoming, our anonymous donor has once again generously gifted the college $1 million to …
By Ms. Garette Hunter

The New A.M.E. Zion Website

With that commitment in mind, I’m overjoyed to announce the launch of our latest communications tool: the NEW A.M.E. Zion Website! That's right—on TODAY, October 1, 2024, we’ll be...
Mr. Darin Kent, Editor in Chief

Hood Theological Seminary Announces New Degree

Hood Theological Seminary announces its newest degree, the Master of Arts in Christian Ministry (MACM). The Master of Arts in Christian Ministry degree program is designed for students preparing for…
By Kelly Bryant

The International Center of Faith, Science and History to Host Fall Conference

The International Center of Faith, Science, and History (ICFSH) at Hood Theological Seminary will host its Fall 2024 Conference, “Soil and Souls in Dialogue,” on …

Youth’s Responsibility to the Future

Black History Month is always a good time to develop a greater appreciation for the African contribution to world culture and civilization. It offers an excellent opportunity to relish and glorify the…

Hood to Offer Fall 2024 Messinger-Williams Community Education Initiative

The Messinger-Williams Community Education Initiative is an extension of the Hood Theological Seminary ’s Messinger and Williams Family Chair in Theology and Ethics. Courses are offered at…

Sensational Salisbury District Supports Livingstone International Students

Livingstone College has welcomed a record number of international students as members of the 2028 cohort of learners and the burst has warranted the Sensational Salisbury District of the Western …

Livingstone College Receives an Additional $1.2 Million to Elevate Student Services and Campus Facilities

Salisbury, NC | Livingstone College in Salisbury, NC , has recently received an additional $1.2 million in grants and donations from various sources, fortifying its commitment to enhancing student …

ABUBAKARI, COLUMBUS, AND TOUSSAINT L’OUVERTURE; EXPLORATION, COLONIZATION, AND LIBERATION

It is important when studying Black History, that we are cognizant of the fact that the history of people of African descent did not begin with slavery , and most definitely did not begin in America. …

Livingstone College to host 2024 ICRABIF International Business Conference 

 SALISBURY, NC | Livingstone College’s George E. Battle School of Business is proud to announce that it will host the 2024 ICRABIF International Business Conference on September …

Livingstone College to Hold Fall Convocation, Highlighting Largest New Student Enrollment

Salisbury, NC | Livingstone College will hold its Fall Convocation on Thursday, September 19, at 3:00 pm in Varick Auditorium. The ceremony will feature Reverend Dr. Malcolm Byrd, Pastor of Mother …

Stronger Churches Conference Held at Hood

On August 24th, I attended the Stronger Churches Conference held at Hood Theological Seminary in Salisbury, NC. I participated in the conference for two reasons to cover it. For the Star of Zion…

Livingstone College receives $8 million during the opening week of school

Salisbury, NC | Livingstone College has 8 million more reasons to be grateful as students begin classes this week. Dr. Davis, the 13th President of Livingstone College, announced that the college had …

Stronger Churches Conference at Hood Theological Seminary

We’re just a few days away from the Stronger Churches Conference—an event designed to empower leaders and ministries for greater service. We’re honored to have our guest leadership …

Bishop Gregory Vaughn Palmer to be Guest Lecturer at the Virtual Ruben L. Speaks Lecture Series

Hood Theological Seminary will hold its annual Ruben L. Speaks Endowed Memorial Lecture Series on Friday and Saturday, October 4 and 5, 2024. This year’s featured presenter is Bishop Gregory…

Clinton College Students Honored as 2024 White House HBCU Scholars

Clinton College, Rock Hill, SC—Clinton College proudly celebrated the achievement of two of its brightest students, the 2024 White House HBCU Scholars. Miss Ayanna Anderson, a senior...

Chicago Student Marco Hoover Achieves Perfect ACT Score in School's 42-Year History

In a remarkable achievement, Marco Hoover, a high school student from Chicago, has made history by becoming the first student in his school's 42-year history to earn a perfect score on the ACT…

Livingstone College receives $10 million, the single largest donation in the college’s history.

SALISBURY, NC—In unprecedented news, Livingstone College, a Historically Black College (HBCU) located in Salisbury, N.C., has received $10 million, the single-largest donation in the …

FAITHLEARNTHRIVE at Hood Theological Seminary Announces the Stronger Churches Conference

Salisbury, NC — FAITHLEARNTHRIVE is thrilled to announce the Stronger Churches Conference, a one-day event designed to train and equip congregations through…

4 Miles per Hour: Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus

Bethel A.M.E. Zion Church hosted a Spirit-filled Vacation Bible School from July 9-12, 2024, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., and we had an awesome experience! Pastor…

Clinton College Welcomes Incoming Students with a Vibrant Summer Bridge Festival

On June 29, 2024, Clinton College hosted its highly anticipated Welcome Festival, celebrating the commencement of the Summer Bridge Program. This annual event is designed to ease incoming first-year…

Livingstone College Announces $30 Million Campus Renovation Project

Livingstone College is embarking on a transformative journey with its ambitious $30 million campus renovation project, which promises to elevate the institution's facilities and enhance the student…

Livingstone College receives its 7th $1-million contribution in 7 months.

Livingstone College marks a significant milestone with its 7th $1-million contribution in just seven months, a testament to its rapid growth and development. The generous donor, who prefers to …

Evacuating in disasters like Hurricane Milton isn’t simple – there are reasons people stay in harm’s way, and it’s not just stubbornness

Evacuation is more difficult for people with health and mobility issues. Ted Richardson/For The Washington Post via Getty Images As Hurricane Milton roared ashore near Sarasota, Florida, tens of …
Carson MacPherson-Krutsky, University of Colorado Boulder, The Conversation

Hope amid the chaos: Good neighbors rebuild and support each other after hurricanes

(BPT) - Recent natural disasters have affected people across the United States. For some, dangerous storms have significantly impacted their lives and property. The greatest concern is …

The top burger restaurant chains in America

Stacker gathered YouGov Ratings to rank the top 20 burger restaurant chains in America, according to customers in the third quarter of 2024.  
Cynthia Rebolledo

Is your pet part of your disaster plan?

Pettable created a guide to help pet parents prepare for an emergency situation using guidance from the ASPCA, American National Red Cross, and AVMA.
Andrea Vale

23 Halloween candies ranked from healthiest to unhealthiest

Hers ranked 23 of the most popular Halloween candies in the U.S. based on the pounds sold in each state and their nutrition content.
Lauren Ward

23 Halloween candies ranked from healthiest to unhealthiest

Hers ranked 23 of the most popular Halloween candies in the U.S. based on the pounds sold in each state and their nutrition content.
Lauren Ward

The seemingly endless cycle of reforms in juvenile justice

The Marshall Project covers Ohio's plan to close youth detention facilities in an effort to combat adult-style incarceration, an issue other states are facing as well.
Jamiles Lartey for The Marshall Project