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JCSU Debate Team Discusses AI & Cybersecurity Ethics Cases in Raleigh Tournament

The Johnson C. Smith University Debate Team recently participated in the North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (NCICU) annual debate tournament at the North Carolina Legislative Complex in Raleigh.

The team was presented with 10 unprecedented cases based on legal issues currently in litigation over the ethical issues of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity liabilities and responsibilities. Some of these issues included AI in art and entertainment, digital deep fakes and avatars, security liabilities in Big Tech and more. 
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A Celebration of Afro-Latinos at JCSU

Dr. Cheryl Butler-Brayboy
Food, Language, History: It was a celebration of Afro Latino history and culture on the campus of Johnson College Smith University, February 2024. The City of Charlotte, Fiestas Patrias and Johnson C. Smith University sponsored the event to commemorate Black History Month in the Latino and Black communities.
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Wreaths Across America’s Mobile Education Exhibit Makes a Stop at Johnson C. Smith University

Dr. Cheryl Butler-Brayboy
It is an experience you may remember forever. The Johnson C. Smith University community came out to honor military heroes as the Wreaths Across America Mobile Education Exhibit rolled through campus on the afternoon of Feb. 9, 2024.
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Environmental Service Systems, LLC Donates $15,000 to College of Business and Professional Studies

Gabrielle Isaac Allison
Edgar Ruth, founder and president of Environmental Service Systems, LLC, said that donating $15,000 to the Johnson C. Smith University College of Business and Professional Studies was a “no brainer.”
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New York Times Legendary Photojournalist, Chester Higgins Jr. Shines a Light on Africa

Dr. Cheryl Butler-Brayboy
“The photographer must be sympathetic to the object of the lens,” legendary New York Times photojournalist Chester Higgins Jr. says he strives to re-educate the world about the cultural contributions of Black people, from the Americas to Africa. 
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JCSU President Valerie Kinloch Announces New Director of Athletics

Dr. Denisha Hendricks is returning to Johnson C. Smith University as the new Director of Athletics (AD) and as Visiting Associate Professor of Sport Management (non-tenure-track). Her appointment is effective May 1, 2024.
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JCSU Makes Moves Toward Furthering Diversity in STEM During STEM Awareness Workshop

Gabrielle Isaac Allison
Johnson C. Smith University’s College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) took strides in early February to educate students about STEM education during its first STEM Awareness Workshop. The workshop gathered speakers from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Stanley Community College, North Carolina State University and JCSU, who discussed the importance of building a diverse future for the field of STEM.
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JCSU Receives $25 million gift as The Duke Endowment Celebrates a Century of Philanthropy in the Carolinas

Dr. Cheryl Butler-Brayboy
The Duke Endowment made a big announcement last week: a $175 million gift to the four colleges and universities named in the Duke Indenture of Trust. Johnson C. Smith University is among them, celebrating a $25 million gift today. The Duke Endowment also announces $25 million grants to Davidson College and Furman University. A $100 million centennial gift to Duke was shared in November.
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Gantt Encourages Youth to Continue the Work of Freedom Fighters During Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast

Gabrielle Isaac Allison
Many Golden Bulls started their Thursday morning with soulful songs, a warm plate of food and wise words from Civil Rights icon, Harvey Gantt, during the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast.

The event was moderated by Dr. Jordan Brooks, associate vice president of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management and Title IX Coordinator. The event kicked off with greetings from Dr. Valerie Kinloch ’96, president of JCSU.
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Smith Institute Encourages Students to Plan Their Career Pathway in the New Year

Gabrielle Isaac Allison
As a New Year begins, many make resolutions to improve themselves both professionally and personally. With spring graduation and summer break right around the corner, Christian Varnado, assistant director for the Smith Institute for Research, Career Development and Post-Graduate Readiness, says there’s no better time to begin preparing for a successful career.
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