The probability of Black students earning a bachelor’s degree when enrolled at an HBCU is 13.5 percentage points higher than if they attended a non-HBCU institution.
Author: Carma Henry
Carma Henry
Carma Lynn Henry Westside Gazette Newspaper 545 N.W. 7th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311 Office: (954) 525-1489 Fax: (954) 525-1861
The week of January 20th, we mark the second anniversary of the fall of Roe v. Wade and honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, reflecting on his enduring message of justice, equality, and nonviolence. Yet, as Southern California reels from devastating wildfires, we are reminded of how interconnected these struggles are—and how justice cannot exist without addressing the multifaceted crises impacting our communities.
Mrs. Robinson-Owens embodies both personal and professional dedication to the students and community of Broward County Public Schools. Her vision clearly goes beyond the role of Assistant Principal, rooted in a desire to make transformative changes, not only in education but in the lives of young people, their families, and the broader community.
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee (MLKCC) invites the entire community to join in commemorating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.at the annual King Holiday Parade and Multicultural Unity Festival on Monday, January 20, 2025, at Joseph C. Carter Park.
Joycelyn Hall – 93 Funeral service will be held January 11th at Judah Worship Word Ministries International. Johnny “Ropeman” Woodard – 55.
Morey McDyle Clemmons – 39 Funeral service was held January 4th at Church of the Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith with Willie Charles Clemmons…
Emma Jean Ferguson Funeral service was held January 4th at Praise Tabernacle. Not Pictured – Miracle Fruster Funeral service was held January 4th at McWhite’s…
Jalen Moore – 22 Funeral service was held January 4th at The House of God Church.
Among the recipients were Mississippi Congressman Bennie Thompson and former Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney, who co-led Congress’ investigation into the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.
No matter how deep the darkness may seem, the light will come. As James 1:17 reminds us, “Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow.” This truth offers a foundation of hope even in the bleakest of times.