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Miami Herald
a day ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
HBCU has new construction project for first time in 20 years
Clark Atlanta University is starting 2025 with a major milestone: the construction of a brand-new Student Success Center-the first new building on the HBCU campus in more than 20 years. "We are ready to go," said Clark Atlanta University President George French Jr., in an interview with WSB-TV. Bulldozers are already on site, preparing the ground for the $12 million project, which is designed to support the university's rapidly growing student population. Interest in the university has skyrocketed, with 48,000 applicants competing for just 1,200 spots in the incoming class. "Those 48,000 students had an average-those admitted-GPA of 3.71. Hence, we had to have student services like this for them," French said. The new 48,000-square-foot Student Success Center will house academic advisors, tutors, and programs aimed at helping students thrive. It will offer support with study skills and guidance on how to navigate college life-ensuring students have the tools they need to succeed from day one. French emphasized that the HBCU is focused on maintaining both the quality and quantity of its student body, and this project is a major step in that direction. "It's been over 20 years since we had construction on the campus. We're super, super excited," he said. The new Student Success Center is expected to open in fall 2026. The post HBCU has new construction project for first time in 20 years appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
First major building project at Atlanta HBCU in 20 years set to start
Clark Atlanta University has a rich history. Founding schools Atlanta University and Clark College date back to the end of the Civil War. The year 2025 marks the start of something really big. 'We are ready to go,' University President George French Jr. said. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] French is very excited about the bulldozers that are clearing the way for Clark Atlanta's new Student Success Center. The $12 million dollar project is the first new construction on campus in more than two decades. It's in response to the record number of students who want to go to school here. TRENDING STORIES: American Idol winner Jamal Roberts encourages metro Atlanta high schoolers to 'dream big' Kennesaw City Council considering decriminalization of cannabis, reducing fines, sentences Todd Chrisley: 'I would have remorse if it was something that I did' The 48,000 who applied this year competed for only around 1,200 spots. 'Those 48,000 students had an average—those admitted—GPA of 3.71. Hence, we had to have student services like this for them,' French said. The Center will house advisors, tutors, and provide programs to teach study methods and skills on how to navigate campus life. French said he's trying to balance the quantity and quality of the student body, and the new Student Success Center tips the scales. 'It's been over 20 years since we had construction on the campus. We're super, super excited,' French said. The new Student Success Center will be ready by fall of 2026. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Mourners say goodbye to one of Clark Atlanta University's best and brightest
In the packed sanctuary of Cascade United Methodist Church in Southwest Atlanta on Tuesday, the mourners were told it was OK to grieve. 'You don't have to pretend to be strong. You don't have to rush past the pain. Because if we're honest, even Jesus wept,' Pastor Kevin Murriel said. They remembered Dr. Cameisha Clark. 'She was a sweet, beautiful person inside and out,' her cousin Chandra said. She was also a student who had a love for learning. Earning a bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degree at her beloved Clark Atlanta University. RELATED STORIES: Family, friends pay final respects to Clark Atlanta alumna killed in California Clark Atlanta alumna identified as California college dean killed in shooting Clark Atlanta University to establish scholarship in memory of alumna killed in shooting 'Yes, she's a Triple Panther,' Clark Atlanta's Dr. J. Fidel Turner said. And a true believer. Those who knew her best say she encouraged her friends to pray and led by example. 'Cameisha, we love you, we honor you, and we miss you,' Turner said. Clark was killed in what police say was a targeted shooting at Spartan College in Inglewood, California. She had recently accepted a job there as a college dean. A former security guard at the school has been arrested and charged in the workplace shooting. Mourners in Atlanta grieved over a life gone far too soon and celebrated a life well-lived. 'Her love meant something. Her legacy means something. And her impact—hear this—will never die,' Murriel said. Clark Atlanta University has set up a scholarship fund in Clark's honor.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Yahoo
Family, friends pay final respects to Clark Atlanta alumna killed in California
Friends and family paid their final respects to a Clark Atlanta University alumna after she was shot and killed. Dr. Cameisha Clark was only 35 years old, but friends told Channel 2's Michael Seiden that she still managed to accomplish things a lot of people only dream about. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] She first arrived at CAU in 2007, where she would later earn not one, not two, but three degrees. She had been living in California, where she was a dean at Spartan College when she tragically lost her life. There were lots of hugs and tears as friends and family came together at a southwest Atlanta funeral home where her loved ones held a public viewing Monday. 'I met Cameisha in the ninth grade when we were all going to Mays,' said her friend, Koko Humphrey. 'Just a beautiful girl. Beautiful spirit.' Humphrey says she made the eight-hour drive from her home in Virginia, because she wanted to celebrate the life and legacy of a childhood friend who never met a stranger. 'She was that girl! Everybody loved her!' she said. 'She embraced everybody, so it hurts to see that she left the way she did.' Police say a former security guard shot and killed her inside her office at Spartan College. Investigators arrested the suspect and described the deadly shooting as 'an apparent act of workplace violence.' The gunman is also accused of shooting a second victim, a receptionist, who was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Clark's death rocked the CAU community. School officials recently announced a $10,000 donation for the establishment of the Dr. Cameisha Clark Scholarship Fund for students who are aspiring educators. Clark's funeral is planned for Tuesday. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Yahoo
Atlanta airport expects near-record turnout before Memorial Day Weekend
The Brief Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport expects over 100,000 passengers on Sunday, advising travelers to arrive three hours early for security. Travelers should plan ahead for parking. No anticipated cancellations or delays have been mentioned by airport officials. ATLANTA - If you're flying out of the Atlanta airport on Sunday, don't forget to pack your patience. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is anticipating over 100,000 passengers to come through security. What we know Airport officials recommend arriving at least three hours before you're supposed to board to give yourself enough time to get through security. Check TSA wait times here. They also recommend planning ahead if you need to park your car. If it's been a minute since the last time you flew, you may be unaware that rates went up at the end of April. RELATED: Atlanta airport raises parking rates, but car thefts continue to be a problem Airport officials did not mention anything about anticipated cancellations or delays. We'll bring you the latest live on FOX LOCAL. Hartsfield-Jackson is known as the world's busiest airport. This time last year, the airport saw a record-setting flight surge during Memorial Day Weekend. However, this weekend in particular may draw huge crowds due to the numerous graduations around the metro Atlanta area. Here are some of the institutions holding festivities this week: Clark Atlanta University Emory University Georgia State University Georgia Tech Morehouse College Morris Brown College Spelman College University of West Georgia Various alumni events Moving up ceremonies for local elementary/middle schools, etc. The Source The Atlanta Airport sent out a warning to passengers on the matter via social media.
