How HBCUs Can Accelerate Black Economic Mobility
McKinsey, July 30, 2021 The first higher-education institution for Black Americans in the United States was founded in 1837. Since then, historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs)…
Strategies Strategy Development
The strategy team champions the mission and vision of the Institute for Capacity Building by engaging mission-aligned partners, funders, advisors, subject matter experts and thought leaders to accelerate ICB’s work and broaden its impact.
- Works with internal and external stakeholders to develop an understanding and appreciation of ICB’s mission, vision and strategic priorities.
- Supports the dissemination of learnings from ICB programs, partnerships and communities of practice.
- Pursues strategies and innovations that hold promise for Black colleges and universities and the future of Black higher education.
For more information on Strategy at the Institute for Capacity Building, contact Julian Thompson, Julian.Thompson@uncf.org.
Black Educators and Leaders Gather in Atlanta for UNCF’s UNITE 2022
UNCF convened for UNITE 2022, the organization’s summit for students, educators and professional stakeholders at HBCUs.
CNN Philanthropic group gifts United Negro College Fund $100 million grant to help boost HBCU endowments
The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has received a landmark $100 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. in support of a capital campaign aimed at…
College Enrollment Declines Again Though Online Schools, HBCUs See Increases
Online schools and historically Black colleges and universities were among the few categories of schools to enroll more students in the fall, data show.
Coming Together for HBCU Student Success Excellence
UNCF and InsideTrack partners to help students return to school in the midst of the pandemic. A new case study reveals lessons learned.
Expanding Networks for Climate Action in Front Line Communities
With support from the Waverley Street Foundation, UNCF ICB is exploring how HBCUs can support a new generation of Black leaders in the fights against climate change and environmental racism.
FORBES Turning 80, United Negro College Fund Stages A Revival
The Forbes article highlights the resurgence of the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) under the leadership of CEO Michael L. Lomax, detailing its return to…
Good News for HBCUs
For decades, Black colleges have been portrayed as deficient. What changed?
HBCU-LTSS Initiative Will Focus on Increasing Diversity in the LTSS Field
The HBCUs-LTSS Careers Initiative brings together leaders from UNCF, HBCUs, and LeadingAge to develop strategies for expanding the capacity of HBCUs to prepare students for jobs in the LTSS field.
HBCUs are Experiencing a Renaissance. Here’s How to Make Sure It Lasts
With all that historically Black colleges and universities do, we have yet to unlock their full potential. Not even close.
PGIM, UNCF Study Finds Private HBCU Endowments Need Investment Support
Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) are a critical learning path for Black students seeking quality higher education in the United States. Yet, these institutions…
RECAP REPORT: UNITE 2023
UNITE is a transformative annual gathering hosted by the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) that serves as a rallying point for champions of Black higher…
UNCF and Google are Paving the Path Forward to Increase Opportunities for HBCU Students in Tech Fields with Additional $2M Investment
A long-standing collaboration between UNCF (United Negro College Fund) and Google continues to make groundbreaking investments in historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Google has…
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—Dr. Whitney McDowell-Robinson
VP for Enrollment Management and Student Services, Tougaloo University
