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Alcorn State University alumnus Daniel Stallworth performs on the "American Idol" stage, singing into a microphone in a rust-orange leather jacket against a backdrop of yellow stage lighting and live band musicians.

From Alcorn to the Idol stage: Alumnus Daniel Stallworth competes on American Idol

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From Alcorn to the Idol stage: Alumnus Daniel Stallworth competes on American Idol

Published On: April 13, 2026

Daniel Stallworth spent four years on the campus of Alcorn Read More

Pictured from left to right: Trellas Forrest with track uniform on, Derrick Williams with track uniform on

Forrest, Williams set SWAC records for Alcorn State

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Forrest, Williams set SWAC records for Alcorn State

Published On: April 13, 2026

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.—Alcorn State track athletes Trellas Forrest and Derrick “DJ” Read More

Alcorn State appoints Gregory as dean of the School of Education and Psychology

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Alcorn State appoints Gregory as dean of the School of Education and Psychology

Published On: April 10, 2026

Alcorn State University has appointed Dr. Tracey Gregory as dean Read More

Alcorn State mass communications students celebrate with trophies and certificates at the 2026 Media Day Awards Luncheon.

Alcorn State mass communications department honors students, welcomes industry leaders at annual Media Day

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Alcorn State mass communications department honors students, welcomes industry leaders at annual Media Day

Published On: April 10, 2026

The Department of Mass Communications at Alcorn State University brought Read More

Dr. Girish Kumar Panicker accepts the 2026 Global Ratna Award for Agricultural Science on stage at the Global Malayalee Festival in Kochi, India.

Panicker receives India’s 2026 Global Ratna Award for agricultural science

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Panicker receives India’s 2026 Global Ratna Award for agricultural science

Published On: April 10, 2026

Dr. Girish Kumar Panicker honored among 16 scholars at inaugural Read More

An Alcorn State University student smiles while walking across the stage at E.E. Simmons Gym during the 87th Honors Convocation, holding a gold certificate, with a packed audience of students and guests seated in the bleachers behind him.

Alcorn State University honors academic excellence at 87th Honors Convocation

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Alcorn State University honors academic excellence at 87th Honors Convocation

Published On: March 27, 2026

Alcorn State University hosted its 87th Honors Convocation on March Read More

Dr. Debarshi Roy, Alcorn State University associate professor of biological sciences and HBCU STEAM Day 2026 panelist.

Alcorn State’s Roy joins national panel on Capitol Hill to address HBCU grant competitiveness

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Alcorn State’s Roy joins national panel on Capitol Hill to address HBCU grant competitiveness

Published On: March 26, 2026

An Alcorn State University associate professor joined a national panel Read More

Tony Gordon, assistant professor of music and university organist at Alcorn State University, smiles wearing a tan blazer, white dress shirt and patterned tie.

Tony Gordon named 2026 Mississippi Humanities Council Teacher Award recipient

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Tony Gordon named 2026 Mississippi Humanities Council Teacher Award recipient

Published On: March 20, 2026

The Mississippi Humanities Council will honor Tony Gordon, assistant professor Read More

A diverse group of five professionals engaged in friendly conversation in a modern office setting. Text overlay reads 'HOPE Day @ Alcorn State University' in bold white letters, with 'Financial Empowerment & Business Resource Event' in teal below.

Alcorn State, Hope Credit Union unite for free financial empowerment forum

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Alcorn State, Hope Credit Union unite for free financial empowerment forum

Published On: March 19, 2026

Three institutions with a shared goal of economic equity are Read More

Alcorn State University men's basketball player Nick Woodard, wearing jersey No. 7 in purple and gold, battles for position against a Bethune-Cookman defender during a SWAC game.

Woodard selected for HBCU All-Star Game

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Woodard selected for HBCU All-Star Game

Published On: March 16, 2026

Alcorn Men’s Basketball student-athlete Nick Woodard has been selected to Read More

Alcorn State director of religious life nominated for MLK Jr. Board of Preachers induction

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Alcorn State director of religious life nominated for MLK Jr. Board of Preachers induction

Published On: March 16, 2026

The Rev. Dr. C. Edward “CJ” Rhodes II, director of Read More

Corey Wiggins, wearing a dark suit, light blue dress shirt and navy tie, poses for an official portrait in front of an American flag against a gray background.

Alcorn alumnus Corey Wiggins named president of Tougaloo College

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Alcorn alumnus Corey Wiggins named president of Tougaloo College

Published On: March 13, 2026

Dr. Corey Wiggins, a Hazlehurst, Mississippi native and Alcorn State Read More