EPISODE 14:  WHY ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT IS KEY IN HBCU PHILANTHROPY

In this episode of On The Yard, we talk with Emile Parker, Director of Alumni Relations at Oakwood University, and Cheri Wilson, Executive Director of University Advancement, about how HBCUs and other minority-serving institutions can effectively position themselves as beneficiaries of major philanthropic gifts. 

EPISODE 13:  THE IMPORTANCE OF OWNING THE FINANCES

In this episode of On The Yard, we learn how Allen University President Dr. Ernest McNealey is blazing a new pathway for Allen University through strong fiscal management.

EPISODE 12:  THE IMPORTANCE OF COLLABORATION AND ACCESS

Campus should feel like a home away from home for HBCU students, said Stillman College President Dr. Cynthia Warrick

EPISODE 11:  ACTIVATING DIVERSITY AND EQUITY ON HBCU CAMPUSES

HBCUs have long prioritized diversity, equity and inclusion, and Martin University is no exception.

EPISODE 10:  ELEVATING THE LEGACY OF SOCIAL JUSTICE

HBCUs have a legacy of cultivating some of our nation's most prominent and distinguished leaders, particularly in the fields of social justice and politics. American Baptist College President Dr. Forrest Harris believes that without the contributions of HBCUs, America would be less of a nation. 

EPISODE 9:  LEVERAGING THE EXPERTISE OF HBCUS

In the eyes of many HBCU leaders and champions, these historic institutions are the leading experts in educating first-generation, under-resourced and Pell-eligible students.

EPISODE 8:  THE SIGNIFICANCE OF INVESTING IN HBCUS

The greatest challenge that Historically Black Colleges and Universities confront today is funding. However, Tougaloo College is worth the investment, according to Tougaloo College President Carmen Walters.

EPISODE 7: HOW HBCUS BATTLED THE PANDEMIC

In this episode of On the Yard, we sit down with Southern University Vice President of External Affairs and University Relations Robyn Merrick, Ph.D. to discuss how HBCU campuses managed the pandemic while educating their communities and protecting students and faculty. We explore how HBCUs managed to make shifts rapidly and what the fall may look like for these historic institutions.

OVERCOMING FROZEN SUCCESS (Rebroadcast)

We’re taking a little break this week and will have a fresh episode of On the Yard next week. In the meantime, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes of the season so far, Overcoming Frozen Success.

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