Today for Black History Month 2019 , we are highlighting media mogul Cathy Hughes . Source: Press / Urban One Birth Date: April 22, 1947 Hometown: Omaha, Nebraska Fun Facts: Cathy founded Radio One (now known as Urban One) in 1980, and today is the chairman of the billion dollar company that operates in 16 markets with 54 stations Cathy has 1 son, Alfred Liggins, who helped her build the business Cathy attended the University of Nebraska-Omaha and Creighton University Cathy used to be an on-air talent Cathy created the “Quiet Storm” radio format Cathy is an inductee of the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame Cathy is a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority We thank you for your contributions Cathy Hughes . [ione_media_gallery src=”https://thebeatdfw.com” id=”3111176″ overlay=”true”]
T he women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. are pushing #BlackExcellence forward. In the spirit of Black History Month, the sorority has pledged to donate over $1.6 million to historically Black colleges and universities throughout February, the Philadelphia Tribune reported. Over the next decade, the fund will distribute $10M to 96 schools. https://t.co/GhFH5qMFAU — Black Enterprise (@blackenterprise) January 31, 2019 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has joined forces with the Educational Advancement Foundation for the creation of the AKA-HBCU Endowment Fund, the news outlet writes. Many HBCUs have been facing financial woes and the sorority leaders developed this fund as an avenue to help them stay afloat. Through the initiative, $10 million will be distributed to nearly 100 institutions over the course of four years. During the first phase, 32 HBCUs will receive $50,000 on February 28. Amongst the schools that are slated to receive the endowment gifts are Bennett College for Women, Chicago State University, West Virginia State University, Shaw University, Southern University at New Orleans, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, Wilberforce University, South Carolina State University and others. “As an HBCU graduate and someone who has dedicated my life’s work to the HBCU community, I personally know that the financial challenges of many institutions have an impact on student enrollment, retention and graduation rates,” Dr. Glenda Glover , International President, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., said in a statement. “Implementing an endowment fund is a critical need and has been a priority for my administration since I took office last year. Alpha Kappa Alpha’s 111-year history is deeply interwoven into the history of HBCUs and therefore it is imperative that we continue to invest in these treasured institutions.” There has been a major effort by individuals and organizations to financially support HBCUs. In January, Black billionaire Robert F. Smith donated $1.5 million to Morehouse College for the creation of a scholarship program and outdoor study area. SEE ALSO: Morehouse Receives $1.5M Gift From Black Billionaire Robert F. Smith ‘A Different World’ Cast Presents HBCU With $100K Scholarship Check [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3844698″ overlay=”true”]
T he women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. are pushing #BlackExcellence forward. In the spirit of Black History Month, the sorority has pledged to donate over $1.6 million to historically Black colleges and universities throughout February, the Philadelphia Tribune reported. Over the next decade, the fund will distribute $10M to 96 schools. https://t.co/GhFH5qMFAU — Black Enterprise (@blackenterprise) January 31, 2019 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has joined forces with the Educational Advancement Foundation for the creation of the AKA-HBCU Endowment Fund, the news outlet writes. Many HBCUs have been facing financial woes and the sorority leaders developed this fund as an avenue to help them stay afloat. Through the initiative, $10 million will be distributed to nearly 100 institutions over the course of four years. During the first phase, 32 HBCUs will receive $50,000 on February 28. Amongst the schools that are slated to receive the endowment gifts are Bennett College for Women, Chicago State University, West Virginia State University, Shaw University, Southern University at New Orleans, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, Wilberforce University, South Carolina State University and others. “As an HBCU graduate and someone who has dedicated my life’s work to the HBCU community, I personally know that the financial challenges of many institutions have an impact on student enrollment, retention and graduation rates,” Dr. Glenda Glover , International President, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., said in a statement. “Implementing an endowment fund is a critical need and has been a priority for my administration since I took office last year. Alpha Kappa Alpha’s 111-year history is deeply interwoven into the history of HBCUs and therefore it is imperative that we continue to invest in these treasured institutions.” There has been a major effort by individuals and organizations to financially support HBCUs. In January, Black billionaire Robert F. Smith donated $1.5 million to Morehouse College for the creation of a scholarship program and outdoor study area. SEE ALSO: Morehouse Receives $1.5M Gift From Black Billionaire Robert F. Smith ‘A Different World’ Cast Presents HBCU With $100K Scholarship Check [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3844698″ overlay=”true”]
Baddest AKAs In The Game We kicked off MLK weekend with the Devastating Divas of Delta Sigma Theta so it’s only right (and very necessary) that we celebrate the hair-flipping, pearl-flexing, pinky-slaying sisters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority who’ve spent the last 110 years setting standards, serving lewks and reminding you that AKA business is a serious matter. Peep the absolute baddest AKA baes in the game on the flip.
Baddest AKAs In The Game We kicked off MLK weekend with the Devastating Divas of Delta Sigma Theta so it’s only right (and very necessary) that we celebrate the hair-flipping, pearl-flexing, pinky-slaying sisters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority who’ve spent the last 110 years setting standards, serving lewks and reminding you that AKA business is a serious matter. Peep the absolute baddest AKA baes in the game on the flip.
