Walter M. Kimbrough
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HBCU president inspired by Benjamin Elijah Mays. Disturbed about man, willing to say so.
In her ruling,U.S. District Judge Stephanie Gallagher said the guidance stifled teachers’ free speech, “causing millions of educators to reasonably fear that their lawful, and even beneficial, speech might cause them or their schools to be punished.”
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Trump administration drops legal appeal over anti-DEI funding threat to schools and colleges
The Trump administration is dropping its appeal of a federal court ruling that blocked a campaign against diversity, equity, and inclusion threatening federal funding to the nation’s schools and colle...
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January 21, 2026 at 10:29 PM
In her ruling,U.S. District Judge Stephanie Gallagher said the guidance stifled teachers’ free speech, “causing millions of educators to reasonably fear that their lawful, and even beneficial, speech might cause them or their schools to be punished.”
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January 20, 2026 at 1:26 PM
January 20, 2026 at 1:25 PM
Aja Johnson & I will be discussing the report tonight on @rolandsmartin.bsky.social
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New UNCF Report Examines Presidential Tenure at HBCUs | The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
Although the average tenure of all college presidents in the United States is 5.9 years, the tenure of HBCU presidents averages just 4.22 years, with public HBCU presidents serving an average of only ...
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January 20, 2026 at 11:33 AM
Aja Johnson & I will be discussing the report tonight on @rolandsmartin.bsky.social
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On #MLKDay we reflect on higher ed's role in cultivating true civic leadership. In 1958, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. visited AASCU member University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff to deliver the commencement address.
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Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas Libraries.
Learn more: tinyurl.com/3v4fjaa4
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas Libraries.
January 19, 2026 at 7:44 PM
On #MLKDay we reflect on higher ed's role in cultivating true civic leadership. In 1958, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. visited AASCU member University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff to deliver the commencement address.
Learn more: tinyurl.com/3v4fjaa4
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas Libraries.
Learn more: tinyurl.com/3v4fjaa4
Photo courtesy of University of Arkansas Libraries.
“Leadership is not about insulating one’s reputation, status, or material security from consequence. It is about placing one’s position, credibility, and power in service of something larger—especially when doing so carries real risk.
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MLK’s Mandate Was Never Comfort. It Was Courage.
On MLK Day, leadership is being tested not by ideology, but by courage. Why Dr. King’s mandate demands disciplined engagement—not comfort or retreat.
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January 19, 2026 at 11:25 PM
“Leadership is not about insulating one’s reputation, status, or material security from consequence. It is about placing one’s position, credibility, and power in service of something larger—especially when doing so carries real risk.
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Here is a King story that shows the historical efforts to punish HBCUs through funding by state legislatures. The same is happening today but public chancellors know fighting back may cause harm.
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The king’s speech: The long legacy of MLK’s 1958 visit to UAPB - Arkansas Times
In 1958, Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. gave the commencement speech at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, known then as AM&N. The politics of King’s visit to a Black college in a Southern state i...
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January 19, 2026 at 8:10 PM
Here is a King story that shows the historical efforts to punish HBCUs through funding by state legislatures. The same is happening today but public chancellors know fighting back may cause harm.
arktimes.com/arkansas-blo...
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If Byron was around in the 60s he would have said the same about the kids being water hosed…
Rep. Byron Donalds: "These agitators -- who by the way are paid, folks. America, they are paid to do this kind of mess."
January 19, 2026 at 7:13 PM
If Byron was around in the 60s he would have said the same about the kids being water hosed…
If you don’t read anything else for #MLKDay2026 , this is a must read, especially for those who lead colleges and universities.
In short, don’t celebrate King if you’re scared…
In short, don’t celebrate King if you’re scared…
Texas A&M University celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day, invoking his words, courage, and moral clarity as symbols of its values. Yet this celebration stands in direct contradiction to the university’s own policies and actions...
Read full open letter here👇
Read full open letter here👇
January 19, 2026 at 7:12 PM
If you don’t read anything else for #MLKDay2026 , this is a must read, especially for those who lead colleges and universities.
In short, don’t celebrate King if you’re scared…
In short, don’t celebrate King if you’re scared…
If you don’t read anything else for #MLKDay2026 , this is a must read, especially for those who lead colleges and universities.
In short, don’t celebrate King if you’re scared…
In short, don’t celebrate King if you’re scared…
Texas A&M University celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day, invoking his words, courage, and moral clarity as symbols of its values. Yet this celebration stands in direct contradiction to the university’s own policies and actions...
Read full open letter here👇
Read full open letter here👇
January 19, 2026 at 7:08 PM
If you don’t read anything else for #MLKDay2026 , this is a must read, especially for those who lead colleges and universities.
In short, don’t celebrate King if you’re scared…
In short, don’t celebrate King if you’re scared…
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New Book Release. Available on 10/17/25. Pre-order available on Amazon . More information available at www.drleonardbright.com/new-book-rel...
October 13, 2025 at 1:33 PM
New Book Release. Available on 10/17/25. Pre-order available on Amazon . More information available at www.drleonardbright.com/new-book-rel...
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This is U.S. Senator Mike Lee of Utah, articulating great replacement theory, the most dangerous racist idea.
January 19, 2026 at 6:32 PM
This is U.S. Senator Mike Lee of Utah, articulating great replacement theory, the most dangerous racist idea.
“I suffered a severe concussion that changed how my brain works. I deal with chronic pain, light and noise sensitivity, memory issues, anxiety, and PTSD. My academics, my job, my independence, and my sense of security were all taken from me.”
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Letter to the Editor: Here is how Phi Kap's hazing hurt me • The Tulane Hullabaloo
I came to Tulane excited about college. What I experienced instead was abuse, cruelty, and a complete disregard for my health.
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January 19, 2026 at 6:34 PM
“I suffered a severe concussion that changed how my brain works. I deal with chronic pain, light and noise sensitivity, memory issues, anxiety, and PTSD. My academics, my job, my independence, and my sense of security were all taken from me.”
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Presidential tenure at HBCUs falls significantly below the national average, raising concerns about institutional stability and long-term strategic planning, according to a new report released by UNCF.
UNCF Report Reveals HBCU Presidents Serve Nearly Two Years Less Than National Average
The report found that HBCU presidents serve an average of 4.22 years compared to the 5.9-year national average for all college presidents.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:24 PM
Presidential tenure at HBCUs falls significantly below the national average, raising concerns about institutional stability and long-term strategic planning, according to a new report released by UNCF.
“2,200 colleges and universities nationwide now scrambling to comply by March 18 with the new federal reporting requirement, formally known as the Admissions and Consumer Transparency Supplement” 1/2
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Trump's admissions data collection strains college administrators
Universities must report student demographics, grades and test scores by March 18
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January 19, 2026 at 3:48 PM
“2,200 colleges and universities nationwide now scrambling to comply by March 18 with the new federal reporting requirement, formally known as the Admissions and Consumer Transparency Supplement” 1/2
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Gilmore earned his Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Dillard University.
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Former WDSU anchor tapped to serve as Mayor Helena Moreno's press secretary
Jonah Gilmore is leaving WDSU and joining Mayor Helena Moreno's team.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:18 AM
Gilmore earned his Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Dillard University.
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ACLU of Arkansas Statement on Unconstitutional Political Interference in University of Arkansas Law Dean Hiring
"Let’s be clear: This had nothing to do with competence or fitness to lead. It had everything to do with viewpoint."
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"Let’s be clear: This had nothing to do with competence or fitness to lead. It had everything to do with viewpoint."
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ACLU of Arkansas Statement on Unconstitutional Political Interference in University of Arkansas Law Dean Hiring - ACLU of Arkansas
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January 18, 2026 at 2:21 AM
ACLU of Arkansas Statement on Unconstitutional Political Interference in University of Arkansas Law Dean Hiring
"Let’s be clear: This had nothing to do with competence or fitness to lead. It had everything to do with viewpoint."
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"Let’s be clear: This had nothing to do with competence or fitness to lead. It had everything to do with viewpoint."
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Dr. Brenda Allen, president of Lincoln University of Pennsylvania: “In general, [presidential] tenure has gone from about seven years to five years. And then at HBCUs, that's like four years. And if it's HBCUs and it's Black women, it's like two years.”
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UNCF Report Reveals HBCU Presidents Serve Nearly Two Years Less Than National Average
The report found that HBCU presidents serve an average of 4.22 years compared to the 5.9-year national average for all college presidents.
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January 17, 2026 at 2:36 PM
Dr. Brenda Allen, president of Lincoln University of Pennsylvania: “In general, [presidential] tenure has gone from about seven years to five years. And then at HBCUs, that's like four years. And if it's HBCUs and it's Black women, it's like two years.”
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www.newsweek.com/what-would-d... By Kevin Powell
What would Dr. King say now? | Opinion
Martin Luther King and others sacrificed their blood to make the U.S. a better place. What would he say about its current state?
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January 16, 2026 at 7:06 PM
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“If we want HBCUs to not only survive but thrive, we must treat leadership sustainability as a strategic necessity,” said Aja Johnson, senior program manager, executive leadership, ICB, UNCF, and author of the report.
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UNCF Releases Report on Shifting Educational Landscape and HBCU Leadership Stability - UNCF
UNCF’s report highlights HBCU Leadership challenges and strategies for enhancing stability and effectiveness at historically Black colleges and universities.
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January 16, 2026 at 1:21 PM
“If we want HBCUs to not only survive but thrive, we must treat leadership sustainability as a strategic necessity,” said Aja Johnson, senior program manager, executive leadership, ICB, UNCF, and author of the report.
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“I think we need to acknowledge we have systemic failures in how we hire, recruit, retain, reward and support presidents.” @drmichaelharris.bsky.social
Our new report at UNCF addresses this for HBCUs. 1/2
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Our new report at UNCF addresses this for HBCUs. 1/2
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2025 Was a Bad Year for College Presidents. Will 2026 Be Better?
In 2025, higher ed leaders struggled to navigate a flurry of federal policy changes and pressures from state lawmakers, which pushed some leaders out. Most stayed silent.
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January 16, 2026 at 1:13 PM
“I think we need to acknowledge we have systemic failures in how we hire, recruit, retain, reward and support presidents.” @drmichaelharris.bsky.social
Our new report at UNCF addresses this for HBCUs. 1/2
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Our new report at UNCF addresses this for HBCUs. 1/2
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“In the current political climate of authoritarianism, it is more important than ever for faculty to be brave and speak out against injustice and governmental assaults on academic freedom and freedom of speech.”
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Honoring MLK Means Faculty Must Risk Their Comfort and Not Stay Silent
Dr. King understood that the power of education is the ability to teach a person to think critically.
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January 16, 2026 at 3:17 AM
“In the current political climate of authoritarianism, it is more important than ever for faculty to be brave and speak out against injustice and governmental assaults on academic freedom and freedom of speech.”
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