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4:26 PMAaliyah Porter, left, and Saniyah Malone, Alcorn State University students selected as the first HBCU participants in the William A. Demmer Scholars Program

Alcorn State students make history as first HBCU participants in Demmer Scholars Program

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Alcorn State students make history as first HBCU participants in Demmer Scholars Program

Published On: February 16, 2026

An Alcorn State University student and alumna have been selected Read More

OnlineU Best Online Colleges 2026 Ranking Badge

Alcorn’s online biology master’s program earns national recognition

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Alcorn’s online biology master’s program earns national recognition

Published On: February 10, 2026

The Alcorn State University Department of Biological Sciences has been Read More

Dr. Sean Daniels in blue suit sitting behind the piano teaching.

Alcorn State professor receives Excellence in Higher Education Award

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Alcorn State professor receives Excellence in Higher Education Award

Published On: February 9, 2026

The Mississippi Alliance for Arts Education named Alcorn State University Read More

Dr. J. Janice Coleman, wearing a purple cardigan, sits atop here Alcorn-themed quilt.

Alcorn State professor to present quilt series on history

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Alcorn State professor to present quilt series on history

Published On: February 6, 2026

Dr. J. Janice Coleman, professor of English at Alcorn State Read More

Purple and Gold Day 2026 promotional graphic featuring the Mississippi State Capitol dome with purple and gold design elements. Event details read "Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at the Mississippi State Capitol" with Alcorn State University branding in upper right corner.

Alcorn State University to host Purple and Gold Day to discuss 2026 legislative priorities

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Alcorn State University to host Purple and Gold Day to discuss 2026 legislative priorities

Published On: January 30, 2026

Alcorn State University and the ASU Foundation Inc. will host Read More

Christopher Barney, vice president, branch manager, and Dr. Theresa Horne Vice President, Community Manager, of JPMorgan Chase & Company.

School of Business announces spring Conversations with the Dean lineup

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School of Business announces spring Conversations with the Dean lineup

Published On: January 29, 2026

The Alcorn State University School of Business will launch its Read More

Alcorn Child Development Learning Center announces open enrollment and new drop-in service

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Alcorn Child Development Learning Center announces open enrollment and new drop-in service

Published On: January 29, 2026

The Alcorn State University Child Development Learning Center (CDLC) announced Read More

Alcorn State University chapel on a sunny day.

Alcorn State to host panel on Black Church’s influence on music, community

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Alcorn State to host panel on Black Church’s influence on music, community

Published On: January 28, 2026

The Alcorn State University Office of Religious and Spiritual Life Read More

Mason Duke, a Fall 2025 biology pre-professional graduate from Baytown, Texas

Alcorn State graduate admitted to Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry

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Alcorn State graduate admitted to Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry

Published On: January 28, 2026

Mason Duke, a fall 2025 biology pre-professional graduate from Baytown, Read More

From left to right: Xavier Freeman, Amelia Daniels, Dr. Antwon Woods, Nayana Triplett, Nekiah Arrington, Bailey Upshaw

Business students earn national certificates, securing internships with leading firms

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Business students earn national certificates, securing internships with leading firms

Published On: January 28, 2026

Five Alcorn State University School of Business students have completed Read More

Alcorn reference librarian awarded Mississippi Humanities Council grant

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Alcorn reference librarian awarded Mississippi Humanities Council grant

Published On: January 28, 2026

Alcorn State University Reference Librarian Jawanda Wilson received a $5,000 Read More

Fulbright director to visit Alcorn State University to discuss global academic opportunities

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Fulbright director to visit Alcorn State University to discuss global academic opportunities

Published On: January 26, 2026

Alcorn State University will host Dr. Julie Taylor, director of Read More