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Mississippi law enforcement officers opened fire on the Jackson State University campus, killing two Black students, Phillip Lafayette Gibbs and James Earl Green.
Police insisted the students fired first, but no evidence was found to confirm this. The killings took place 11 days after the slayings of four students at Kent State University in Ohio.
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Police insisted the students fired first, but no evidence was found to confirm this. The killings took place 11 days after the slayings of four students at Kent State University in Ohio.
On this day in 1970
On this day in 1970, law enforcement open fire on Jackson State campus, killing two Black students..
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Jackson State University enrollment: See where the school stands heading into the fall
Officials at Jackson State University believe the school is on the rise despite two years of declining enrollment.
After the May 1 student deposit deadline, Kylon Alford-Windfield, vice president of enrollment management at JSU, while not giving an exact number, said the admissions department is seeing an uptick in freshmen applications.
"That indicates that our 2024 freshmen enrollment is on trend with our 2023 numbers, suggesting room for a slight increase," Alford-Winfield said.
Jackson State had 895 freshmen for the 2023-2024 school year. But in the past two years, the university has seen a decline in enrollment — 6,906 in fall 2022 and 6,564 in the fall 2023.
To get enrollment numbers moving in an upward trajectory, new JSU President Marcus Thompson told the Clarion Ledger in January that he and JSU’s director of facilities have already started the process of seeking funds from the legislature to renovate one of the women’s residence halls, Whiteside McAllister.
The female dormitory has been offline since 2021 due to maintenance failures and equipment that needs to be repaired. He said the roughly 600-bedspace dorm hall is anticipated to change into suite-style apartments, allowing for the accommodation of an additional 300 bed spaces.
Thompson also said that JSU is asking for funds to build a new residence hall. In addition to those requests, he said the university is renovating a space called “One University Place,” which is a mixed space that has retail on the first floor and residences upstairs. That will add another estimated beds.
For fall 2024, based on the number of freshmen expected, James-Terry said enough space should be available to house all students who are requesting housing.
Jackson State University enrollment: See where the school stands heading into the fall
Officials at Jackson State are optimistic about the upcoming class of freshmen.
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Jackson State receives over $23 million in state funds for campus projects. What is on tap?
Jackson State University is set to receive millions from the state after a bill was signed into law that dishes out funds to Mississippi's public universities for capital improvements.
Senate Bill 2468 includes more than $820 million in state expenditures. That sum includes funds to cities such as Jackson, which received $9.4 million for various projects. A total of $110 million is headed to seven universities within Mississippi's Institutions of Higher Learning, as well as the University of Mississippi Medical Center after Republican Gov. Tate Reeves signed the appropriation bill on Monday.
Jackson State University and Mississippi State University received a majority of the funds; both universities received just over $23 million. JSU received just over $8 million from the IHL in 2023 for construction and furnishing of a residence hall.
For JSU, exactly $7 million will go to "repair, renovate and purchase a new residence hall." Another portion of those funds, just over $16 million, will be used for further repairs to campus facilities. Specifically, McAllister-Whiteside Hall, JSU's women's residence hall, was mentioned in the bill. The funds will also be used for the "development of alternative water resources."
At the start of the 2023 school year last August, hundreds of JSU students were put on a waitlist and placed in off-campus housing. The university released a statement at the time, saying JSU is "experiencing positive growth that is outpacing its physical plant."
For JSU, exactly $7 million will go to "repair, renovate and purchase a new residence hall." Another portion of those funds, just over $16 million, will be used for further repairs to campus facilities. Specifically, McAllister-Whiteside Hall, JSU's women's residence hall, was mentioned in the bill. The funds will also be used for the "development of alternative water resources."
At the start of the 2023 school year last August, hundreds of JSU students were put on a waitlist and placed in off-campus housing. The university released a statement at the time, saying JSU is "experiencing positive growth that is outpacing its physical plant."
Jackson State receives over $23 million in state funds for campus projects. What is on tap?
New and improved campus facilities are on their way to the HBCU in West Jackson.
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At last, TheeILove is about to get needed repairs and more housing for students. Dr. Myers did what she could to help with the growing enrollment and was treated badly by IHL and the legislature. Housing is very important and the new dorm promised years ago seems to finally come to fruition with this funding. Dr. Thompson we expect you to be hands on to make sure that we get the most out of these dollars.Jackson State University enrollment: See where the school stands heading into the fall
Officials at Jackson State University believe the school is on the rise despite two years of declining enrollment.
After the May 1 student deposit deadline, Kylon Alford-Windfield, vice president of enrollment management at JSU, while not giving an exact number, said the admissions department is seeing an uptick in freshmen applications.
"That indicates that our 2024 freshmen enrollment is on trend with our 2023 numbers, suggesting room for a slight increase," Alford-Winfield said.
Jackson State had 895 freshmen for the 2023-2024 school year. But in the past two years, the university has seen a decline in enrollment — 6,906 in fall 2022 and 6,564 in the fall 2023.
To get enrollment numbers moving in an upward trajectory, new JSU President Marcus Thompson told the Clarion Ledger in January that he and JSU’s director of facilities have already started the process of seeking funds from the legislature to renovate one of the women’s residence halls, Whiteside McAllister.
The female dormitory has been offline since 2021 due to maintenance failures and equipment that needs to be repaired. He said the roughly 600-bedspace dorm hall is anticipated to change into suite-style apartments, allowing for the accommodation of an additional 300 bed spaces.
Thompson also said that JSU is asking for funds to build a new residence hall. In addition to those requests, he said the university is renovating a space called “One University Place,” which is a mixed space that has retail on the first floor and residences upstairs. That will add another estimated beds.
For fall 2024, based on the number of freshmen expected, James-Terry said enough space should be available to house all students who are requesting housing.
Jackson State University enrollment: See where the school stands heading into the fall
Officials at Jackson State are optimistic about the upcoming class of freshmen.
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College board seeks to dismiss lawsuit alleging sex discrimination in JSU presidential hiring
“Even assuming the truth of Mays Jackson’s allegations for purposes of this motion only, they at best suggest that Rankins sought to promote Hudson based on his alleged personal friendship,” IHL argued in a recent motion to dismiss.
The governing board of Mississippi’s public universities is seeking to dismiss a federal lawsuit from Debra Mays-Jackson, a former Jackson State University vice president who says she was discriminated against when two less-qualified Black men were hired over her to lead the historically Black university in Mississippi’s capital city.
Mays-Jackson can’t prove the Institutions of Higher Learning Board of Trustees passed her up for the top job at Jackson State because she is a woman, the board has argued in recent filings.
At most, her allegations may show the 12-member IHL board and its commissioner, Alfred Rankins, hired from their personal network, not that it violated her rights.
In 2020, the board picked Thomas Hudson, a former special assistant to the Jackson State president whom Mays-Jackson alleged she had supervised. Then, after Hudson’s resignation last year, after a national search, the board appointed Marcus Thompson, a deputy commissioner at IHL who hadn’t worked in a university administration, to lead Jackson State.
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“Even assuming the truth of Mays Jackson’s allegations for purposes of this motion only, they at best suggest that Rankins sought to promote Hudson based on his alleged personal friendship,” IHL argued in a recent motion to dismiss.
The governing board of Mississippi’s public universities is seeking to dismiss a federal lawsuit from Debra Mays-Jackson, a former Jackson State University vice president who says she was discriminated against when two less-qualified Black men were hired over her to lead the historically Black university in Mississippi’s capital city.
Mays-Jackson can’t prove the Institutions of Higher Learning Board of Trustees passed her up for the top job at Jackson State because she is a woman, the board has argued in recent filings.
At most, her allegations may show the 12-member IHL board and its commissioner, Alfred Rankins, hired from their personal network, not that it violated her rights.
In 2020, the board picked Thomas Hudson, a former special assistant to the Jackson State president whom Mays-Jackson alleged she had supervised. Then, after Hudson’s resignation last year, after a national search, the board appointed Marcus Thompson, a deputy commissioner at IHL who hadn’t worked in a university administration, to lead Jackson State.
College board seeks to dismiss lawsuit alleging sex discrimination in JSU presidential hiring
Ex-JSU VP can't prove she lost out on the university's presidency because she's a woman, the state's college says in response to her lawsuit.
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Jackson State University (JSU) is proud to announce a new Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP) designed to tackle Mississippi’s teacher shortage. The program offers students and their families a significant promise: if post-graduation income is below $45,000, the LRAP will aid in repaying federal student loans, private alternative loans, and parent PLUS loans. Notably, JSU is the first HBCU to implement such a groundbreaking initiative.
Jackson State’s Vice President of Enrollment Management, Kylon Alford-Windfield, emphasized the transformative potential of the LRAP. “Jackson State has a rich history as a teaching college, serving as a nurturing environment for young individuals to grow into tomorrow’s leaders,” he shared. “Our goal is to alleviate the financial burdens of our students, particularly teacher education students, enabling them to focus on their careers without the worry of student loan debt. We are proud to lead the way in providing practical, impactful support for our students’ futures.”
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Jackson State’s Vice President of Enrollment Management, Kylon Alford-Windfield, emphasized the transformative potential of the LRAP. “Jackson State has a rich history as a teaching college, serving as a nurturing environment for young individuals to grow into tomorrow’s leaders,” he shared. “Our goal is to alleviate the financial burdens of our students, particularly teacher education students, enabling them to focus on their careers without the worry of student loan debt. We are proud to lead the way in providing practical, impactful support for our students’ futures.”
Jackson State University launches pioneering Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP) to combat Mississippi teacher shortage - JSU Newsroom
Jackson State University (JSU) is proud to announce a new Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP) designed to tackle Mississippi’s teacher shortage. The program offers students and their families a significant promise: if post-graduation income is below $45,000, the LRAP will aid in repaying...
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JSU names Jonas Vanderbilt Jr., Ph.D., new Vice President of Student Affairs - JSU Newsroom
Jackson State University announces the appointment of Jonas Owen Vanderbilt Jr., Ph.D., as the new Vice President of Student Affairs. Dr. Vanderbilt will join the Executive Cabinet under the leadership of President Marcus Thompson, Ph.D., who continues to fortify his administration and efficacy...
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Jackson State University President Marcus Thompson, Ph.D., makes key executive cabinet appointments - JSU Newsroom
Jackson State University President Marcus L. Thompson, Ph.D., continues to fortify his administrative team by making essential executive cabinet appointments naming Dr. Monica Lewis as the Interim Vice President for the Division of Institutional Advancement & External Affairs and Interim...
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JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson State University (JSU) and the University of Mississippi School of Law are providing JSU students with an opportunity to expedite their path to a law career while reducing the financial burden of continuing education.
Administrators from both institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Thursday, June 27 to launch the new 3+3 Accelerated Law Program at the Jackson State Student Center. For the first time, university officials said JSU students will be able to complete both their undergraduate and law degrees in just six years.
The streamlined “Pathway to Law School” program gives JSU undergraduate students the opportunity to shave a year off their education by beginning law school courses in their senior year.
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Administrators from both institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Thursday, June 27 to launch the new 3+3 Accelerated Law Program at the Jackson State Student Center. For the first time, university officials said JSU students will be able to complete both their undergraduate and law degrees in just six years.
The streamlined “Pathway to Law School” program gives JSU undergraduate students the opportunity to shave a year off their education by beginning law school courses in their senior year.
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6Miz1XI_ew
Jackson State University, University of Mississippi School of Law launch historic law program partnership - JSU Newsroom
Jackson State University (JSU) and the University of Mississippi School of Law are providing JSU students with an opportunity to expedite their path to a law career while significantly reducing the financial burden of continuing education. Administrators from both institutions signed a...
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Opinion | Jackson State University As The First HBCU With Research 1 Classification
I envision a transformational concept of a five-year strategic plan to elevate Jackson State University, one of Mississippi’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities, from its current Research 2 (R2) status to a future Research 1 (R1) stature. R2 institutions, while not as intensely research-driven as their R1 counterparts, still contribute substantially to the world of academia. While they award at least 20 research and scholarship doctoral degrees, unlike R1’s 30 doctoral degrees, their emphasis is more evenly distributed between teaching and research.In March 2022, David Rosowsky, vice president of research at Kansas State University, wrote about the role of research at American universities in Forbes:
“The community, region, and state benefit from the research activity of the university. This is especially true for public research universities,” he wrote. “Research also contributes directly to economic development, clinical, commercial, and business opportunities. Resources brought into the university through grants and contracts support faculty, staff, and student salaries, often adding additional jobs, contributing directly to the tax base.”
Opinion | JSU As The First HBCU With Research 1 Classification
Joseph Stevenson writes on how Jackson State University could be the first HBCU in America to attain Research 1 classification.
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Carter Smith selected for prestigious S&P Global Ratings CREDit Program internship
JANS – Carter Smith, a senior at Jackson State University, has been selected for the highly competitive CREDit Program internship at S&P Global Ratings. This prestigious three-year program offers rigorous skills-building activities and hands-on analytical work through rotations within the Ratings Division. Smith will complete a 10-week assignment with the Commercial Real Estate Group, focusing on home building, culminating in a comprehensive case study. Smith will be located at the headquarters in Manhattan, NY.At JSU, Smith maintains a 4.0 GPA in Economics, is a President’s Scholar, and has received the Phi Theta Kappa Full Academic Scholarship. His leadership roles include serving as a FedEx HBCU Student Ambassador and participating in the Men of Excellence (public service and leadership) organization. He is also a member of several academic honor societies.
Smith, a native of Jackson, MS, graduated summa cum laude from Hinds Community College with an Associate of Arts degree in one year and was presidential scholar and a defensive back on the football team. As the salutatorian of Richland High School’s class of 2022, Smith also received numerous accolades including Mr. Richland High School and Richland High School’s Most Athletic. Smith is the son of Barbara Monroe and the late Myron Smith.
Carter Smith selected for prestigious S&P Global Ratings CREDit Program internship - Jackson Advocate
JANS – Carter Smith, a senior at Jackson State University, has been selected for the highly competitive CREDit Program internship at S&P Global Ratings. This prestigious three-year program offers rigorous skills-building activities and hands-on analytical work through rotations within the...
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JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson State University (JSU) and the University of Mississippi School of Law are providing JSU students with an opportunity to expedite their path to a law career while reducing the financial burden of continuing education.
Administrators from both institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Thursday, June 27 to launch the new 3+3 Accelerated Law Program at the Jackson State Student Center. For the first time, university officials said JSU students will be able to complete both their undergraduate and law degrees in just six years.
The streamlined “Pathway to Law School” program gives JSU undergraduate students the opportunity to shave a year off their education by beginning law school courses in their senior year.
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6Miz1XI_ew
Jackson State University, University of Mississippi School of Law launch historic law program partnership - JSU Newsroom
Jackson State University (JSU) and the University of Mississippi School of Law are providing JSU students with an opportunity to expedite their path to a law career while significantly reducing the financial burden of continuing education. Administrators from both institutions signed a...
In a just world, every major would be available at a public institution in the states most populous and economically important area. But, maybe this is a step towards doing this for a Law School.
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JSU receives $2.5 million grant for STEM project
JACKSON, Miss (WJTV) – Jackson State University (JSU) was awarded a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Division of Equity for Excellence in STEM, with the intended total amount of $2.5 million.Officials said the funding will support the project titled “Louis Stokes Renewal STEM Pathways and Research Alliance: The Louis Stokes Mississippi Alliance for Minority Participation (LS-MAMP) STEM Pathway and Research Alliance,” under the direction of Dr. Elayne Anthony.
The Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation (LSAMP) program is designed to assist universities and colleges in significantly increasing the number of students from underrepresented minority groups who matriculate into and successfully complete high-quality degree programs in STEM disciplines.
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Jackson State acquires additional housing to address shortage
The plan costs $5.9 million and comes after a special meeting called by the MS Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning.
Jackson State University is set to get new student housing at 225 East Capitol Street Hotel and Courthouse Lofts at 224 East Capitol Street after the Mississippi Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning called a special meeting Tuesday afternoon.
The new housing will give the university 173 single and double occupancy rooms at a cost of $5.9 million.
"JSU sought quotes from various hotels in Jackson," John Pearce, IHL senior associate commissioner for finance, said. "The agreement will be funded based on residential facility rates charged to students."
Both leases start right away. The board passed the revisions to JSU's housing plan and subsequent room rate charges unanimously.
The additional housing would help JSU with its housing shortage, an issue JSU President Marcus Thompson has prioritized during his tenure.
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The plan costs $5.9 million and comes after a special meeting called by the MS Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning.
Jackson State University is set to get new student housing at 225 East Capitol Street Hotel and Courthouse Lofts at 224 East Capitol Street after the Mississippi Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning called a special meeting Tuesday afternoon.
The new housing will give the university 173 single and double occupancy rooms at a cost of $5.9 million.
"JSU sought quotes from various hotels in Jackson," John Pearce, IHL senior associate commissioner for finance, said. "The agreement will be funded based on residential facility rates charged to students."
Both leases start right away. The board passed the revisions to JSU's housing plan and subsequent room rate charges unanimously.
The additional housing would help JSU with its housing shortage, an issue JSU President Marcus Thompson has prioritized during his tenure.
Jackson State acquires additional housing to address shortage. See where
JSU will get 173 more rooms using Jackson hotels, the board of trustees decided Tuesday.
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Jackson State University introducing students to downtown loft living with new residence spaces
Jackson State University has expanded its residence life to downtown Jackson for returning students. On Wednesday, the Board of Trustees of the State Institutions of Higher Learning approved the University’s request to provide student housing at the Courthouse and Walthall Lofts.The newly acquired spaces will accommodate 276 students, in addition to three spaces designated for essential residence life staff.
“Under the leadership of President Dr. Marcus Thompson, Jackson State University is actively expanding its housing options to meet the growing demand. The University is dedicated to developing and securing additional residential spaces while upgrading current spaces to accommodate the increasing number of students eager to join the JSU family. Our priority is to make sure all students have access to quality residential life,” said Dr. Jonas Vanderbilt, vice president of Student Affairs.
Students will notice an increase in cost due to the enhanced downtown loft living experience, which includes numerous amenities such as in-room laundry facilities [in most units], study and recreational rooms, a swimming pool, and a parking garage, adding value and convenience.
Additionally, students residing at the Courthouse and Walthall lofts will have fully equipped kitchens in each unit, removing the need for a meal plan. A JSU meal plan for on-campus students generally costs $4500-5,000 per academic year.
“The University is already receiving considerable interest from students who are ready to seize this attractive opportunity. Our ongoing commitment is to always provide a quality education in a nurturing environment at an affordable cost,” Vanderbilt said.
Jackson State University introducing students to downtown loft living with new residence spaces - JSU Newsroom
Jackson State University has expanded its residence life to downtown Jackson for returning students. On Wednesday, the Board of Trustees of the State Institutions of Higher Learning approved the University's request to provide student housing at the Courthouse and Walthall Lofts. The newly...
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JSU unveils plan to preserve history of J.R. Lynch Street
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Jackson State University (JSU) unveiled a long-range plan to preserve the history of J.R. Lynch Street, while also providing an economic home base for the City of Jackson.
The plan aims to pay homage to the historic location and culture value of JSU and the West Jackson community.
“We have tried to put forth a plan that not only focuses on Jackson State but being a community pillar to help with the revitalization of West Jackson and to tell that authentic history of what occurred here, what’s happening here, said Heather Denne’, director of Community Engagement at JSU.
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