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Livingstone College Introduces Inaugural Dyson Fellows During Second Installment of Dr. Michael Eric Dyson Residency 

  SALISBURY, N.C. — Who gets to belong, and what does it take to build a society where everyone has a place? Those questions shaped a thought-provoking conversation at Livingstone College …
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Announcement for prospective Episcopal and General Officer candidates

Announcement for prospective Episcopal and General Officer candidates from the Office of the General Secretary-Auditor, The Reverend Dr. J. Elvin Sadler...

Hood Theological Seminary Kicks Off Fall Semester:

The Hood Theological Seminary fall semester officially began Tuesday, August 25, and this semester marks an important step forward for Hood as the Seminary launches its new Hy-Flex …
By Dierdre' R. Parker, Marketing & Communications Coordinator, Hood Theological Seminary

Dr. Michael Eric Dyson Joins Livingstone College as a Visiting Scholar in Residence

  SALISBURY, N.C.  — Livingstone College is emerging as a powerful destination for Black intellectual thought, cultural expression and academic excellence — and this fall, one of …
By The Office of Strategic Engagement, Integrated Marketing and Communications Livingstone College
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BLUE BEAR PRIDE HAS A NEW HOME: LIVINGSTONE COLLEGE UNVEILS HISTORIC NEW BOOKSTORE AND MERCHANDISING CENTER

  SALISBURY, N.C. —   Livingstone College is opening the doors to a new era of Blue Bear pride.On Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 3 p.m., the College will celebrate the grand opening …

September 2026

Back-to-School Savings: A State-by-State Guide to 2026 Sales Tax Holidays

As families across the country prepare for another school year, many states are offering sales tax holidays to help ease the cost of back-to-school shopping. These tax-free events allow shoppers to …

Livingstone College Welcomes Rashanda L. Lowery, J.D., as Vice President for Student Affairs

SALISBURY, N.C. — Livingstone College has announced the appointment of Rashanda L. Lowery, J.D ., as its new Vice President for Student Affairs , bringing to the institution more than two decades …

Holland Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church Launches Historic Summer Literacy Program in Chatham County

The quiet halls of Holland Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church have taken on a new sound this summer—the joyful giggles of children, the pitter-patter of little feet moving from one activity to another, and …

Official Statement from Livingstone College on the Passing of Gabriella Muñoz

While Livingstone College's official statement honoring Gabriella's life remains our primary communication, we are aware of inaccurate reports…

Statement Regarding Clinton College

The Board of Trustees is keenly aware of the financial challenges Clinton College is currently facing. We recognize the emotional toll, and we apologize for the financial impact this has had on our …

Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson Delivers Stirring Commencement Address, “What Now?”

  A spirit of reverence and reflection filled the room as graduates and guests gathered to hear the powerful words of Karen Georgia Thompson, General Minister and President of the United …

WE WANT YOUR VOICE

We’re creating films and stories that actually reflect real life—and we want your voice in the process. If you’re 22–35, take a few minutes to share your perspective. Your input will …

Livingstone College Preaching and Worship Institute on March 25–27, 2026

Salisbury, NC — The Department of Spiritual Life at Livingstone College will host the Livingstone College Preaching and Worship Institute on March 25–27, 2026, …

Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia A. Thompson Named 2026 Commencement Speaker

Salisbury, NC  — Hood Theological Seminary is honored to announce that  Karen Georgia A. Thompson , General Minister and President of the  United Church of Christ , will …

Youth Partner with the Star of Zion to Celebrate 150 Years of Black Literacy

As the Star of Zion marks 150 years of bearing witness to Black faith, intellect, and excellence, a new generation is stepping forward to turn the page. Youth across The A.M.E. Zion Church are…

Request for Churchwide Announcement – Inaugural Prayer Breakfast & Founders Day

Grace and peace, As part of Inauguration Week honoring Dr. Pamela Richardson Wilks as the 14th President of Clinton College , we will host the Presidential Prayer Breakfast & Founders Day …

Elevate 2025 Calls the Church to Flourish and Thrive Amid Uncertain Times

BALTIMORE, MD — From December 27–30, 2025, nearly 2,500 participants gathered at the Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor for Elevate 2025: Flourish and Thrive, the winter meeting of The A.M.E. Zion …

Missing Out: Vast Majority of Black Parents Who Want Afterschool Programs for Their Children Are Unable to Access Them

Washington, D.C. – Unmet demand for afterschool programs among Black families in the United States has reached an all-time high. The parents of nearly 5.7 million Black children report they would …

Connectional Lay Council Blesses Livingstone College International Students with Holiday Donation

The International Student Association at Livingstone College received a generous and timely gift over the Thanksgiving season, courtesy of the Connectional Lay Council of the African Methodist …

October 2025

Livingstone College’s Mental Health Task Force Receives Insight Into Academia’s 2025 Excellence in Mental Health and Well-Being Award

  SALISBURY, N.C. -- The Livingstone College Mental Health Task Force is one of more than 70 such programs at colleges and universities across the country to receive the 2025 Excellence in …

September 2025

Zion's Support Makes Way for Livingstone Scholars at Atrium Health

Livingstone College Presidential Scholars are benefiting from valuable hands-on experience through internships at Atrium Health, and the AME Zion Church has played a significant role. Emeglad …

Element 52 Penthouse, Telluride, Colorado – A Ski Lift at the Door, Main Street Down the Block

A top-floor penthouse combines the privacy of a standalone house with hotel-style service, a pairing rarely found inside Telluride’s town limits. By Chris Caggiano The morning starts in the …
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What Luxury Home Buyers in Beaverton, Oregon Are Prioritizing in 2026

Luxury buyers on the West Coast want different things than they did five years ago, and in Beaverton, Oregon, those changes show up in which homes sell and which ones sit. Carey Hughes, who leads …
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Two Careers and Two Commutes Shape Where Buyers Live in Washington, D.C.

Deciding where to live in Washington, D.C. usually comes down to three things: where each adult in the household works, how they will commute, and what kind of life they want outside work. Because …
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Beyond the Hamptons: The Quiet Appeal of Sharon, Connecticut

There are towns in Litchfield County that buyers discover and then quietly tell their friends about. Sharon, Connecticut tends to work that way. People arrive for a specific reason, a school, a lake, …
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How Ground-Floor Retail Can Raise the Value of an Entire Mixed-Use Project, According to a Boston Retail Strategist

Developers usually judge ground-floor retail by the rent it brings in. Ann Ehrhart, a Boston, Massachusetts retail strategist and founder of EVERSTREET, says that number tells only part of the story. …
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Small Town, #1 in New York: The Livingston County Team Leading Real’s Small-Team Rankings

Statewide production rankings in New York real estate are usually a metropolitan story. The volume sits where the prices sit, and the teams at the top of the leaderboards tend to work the downstate …
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The Capital Region’s Housing Market Doesn’t Take the Winter Off

The housing market across the Washington Capital Region stays active through winter because it runs on a year-round cycle rather than the sharp seasonal swings seen in many parts of the country. A …
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