RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_53d220eb-5816-4455-a3b9-c5baa605ff12 -- Rendered At Sun, 05 Apr 2026 04:46:32 +0000 On the Yard https://redcircle.com/shows/on-the-yard en-US All rights reserved. On the Yard takes a look at the culture and leadership trends happening across Historically Black Colleges and Universities nationwide. Ashley Northington On the Yard takes a look at the culture and leadership trends happening across Historically Black Colleges and Universities nationwide. Host Ashley Northington explores the unique issues faced by these institutions through a series of conversations with HBCU leaders and advocates. 53d220eb-5816-4455-a3b9-c5baa605ff12 On the Yard takes a look at the culture and leadership trends happening across Historically Black Colleges and Universities nationwide. Host Ashley Northington explores the unique issues faced by these institutions through a series of conversations with HBCU leaders and advocates.

]]> episodic no Ashley Northington ashnorthington@gmail.com no full Alumni Engagement is Key in HBCU Philanthropy Alumni Engagement is Key in HBCU Philanthropy Ashley Northington In this episode of On The Yard, we talk with Emile Parker, Director of Alumni Relations at Oakwood University, and Cheri Wilson, Executive Director of University Advancement, about how HBCUs and other minority-serving institutions can effectively position themselves as beneficiaries of major philanthropic gifts. 

]]> <p><span>In this episode of On The Yard, we talk with Emile Parker, Director of Alumni Relations at </span><a href="https://oakwood.edu/" rel="nofollow">Oakwood University</a><span>, and Cheri Wilson, Executive Director of University Advancement, about how HBCUs and other minority-serving institutions can effectively position themselves as beneficiaries of major philanthropic gifts. </span></p> 29257559-45a1-4901-8bd6-daf0d13d2dcc https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Wed, 22 Mar 2023 05:00:00 +0000 1643 no full The Importance of Owning the Finances The Importance of Owning the Finances 13 2 Ashley Northington In this episode of On The Yard, we learn how Allen University President Dr. Ernest McNealey is blazing a new pathway for Allen University through strong fiscal management. A major challenge that many Historically Black Colleges and Universities face is a lack of adequate financing. This is why Dr. McNealey emphasizes the importance of presidents taking ownership of the financial affairs of their university and thinking strategically about money as a tool to enhance the institution's overall goals.

]]> <p><span>In this episode of On The Yard, we learn how Allen University President Dr. Ernest McNealey is blazing a new pathway for Allen University through strong fiscal management. A major challenge that many Historically Black Colleges and Universities face is a lack of adequate financing. This is why Dr. McNealey emphasizes the importance of presidents taking ownership of the financial affairs of their university and thinking strategically about money as a tool to enhance the institution&#39;s overall goals.</span></p> 5580dd16-be87-4ea2-8369-f1dee3152340 https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Wed, 15 Mar 2023 05:00:00 +0000 1863 no full The Importance of Collaboration and Access The Importance of Collaboration and Access 5 2 Ashley Northington There is a rising interest in HBCUs among college-aged students. In this episode of On The Yard, we learn about the recruiting and enrollment issues that HBCUs are now facing from Dr. Cynthia Warrick; yet, at Stillman College, they make it easy for students to attend, graduate and become leaders in their respective fields.

]]> <p>There is a rising interest in HBCUs among college-aged students. In this episode of On The Yard, we learn about the recruiting and enrollment issues that HBCUs are now facing from Dr. Cynthia Warrick; yet, at Stillman College, they make it easy for students to attend, graduate and become leaders in their respective fields.</p> 8f41db1b-73b0-4374-b4d3-1390106003ca https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Wed, 08 Mar 2023 06:00:00 +0000 1530 no full Activating Diversity and Equity on HBCU Campuses Activating Diversity and Equity on HBCU Campuses 11 2 Ashley Northington HBCUs have long prioritized Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Martin University is no exception. Martin University President Dr. Sean L. Huddleston believes in the importance of incorporating diversity and inclusion initiatives into a university's goals and strategies as an essential component of a university. In this episode of On The Yard, we discuss the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in HBCUs and how these institutions have their own level of diversity.


]]> <p>HBCUs have long prioritized Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Martin University is no exception. <a href="https://www.martin.edu/leadership" rel="nofollow">Martin University President Dr. Sean L. Huddleston</a> believes in the importance of incorporating diversity and inclusion initiatives into a university&#39;s goals and strategies as an essential component of a university. In this episode of On The Yard, we discuss the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in HBCUs and how these institutions have their own level of diversity.</p><p><br></p> 94b0f27d-ab9b-41f9-a884-51a4aeac6d27 https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Wed, 01 Mar 2023 06:00:00 +0000 1700 no full Elevating the Legacy of Social Justice Elevating the Legacy of Social Justice 10 2 Ashley Northington In this episode of On The Yard, we discuss the ways in which these historic institutions bring society full circle to confront the issues that are facing our communities. Dr. Harris believes that HBCUs are historically devoted to social justice and have a legacy of demonstrating what they can accomplish to improve society and the world. “HBCUs have been advocating for a whole sense of democracy, justice, freedom, and giving people full access to the things that make a human flourish,” said Dr. Harris. 

]]> <p><span>In this episode of On The Yard, we discuss the ways in which these historic institutions bring society full circle to confront the issues that are facing our communities. Dr. Harris believes that HBCUs are historically devoted to social justice and have a legacy of demonstrating what they can accomplish to improve society and the world. “HBCUs have been advocating for a whole sense of democracy, justice, freedom, and giving people full access to the things that make a human flourish,” said Dr. Harris. </span></p> fdcf9b4c-e030-472c-867c-0463f8cd0bcc https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Wed, 22 Feb 2023 06:00:00 +0000 1771 no full Leveraging the Expertise of HBCUs Leveraging the Expertise of HBCUs 2 2 Ashley Northington In the eyes of many HBCU leaders and champions, these historical institutions are the leading experts in educating first-generation, under-resourced, and Pell-eligible students. In this episode of On The Yard, we sit down with Lane College President Logan Hampton to explore how HBCUs provide many under-resourced yet brilliant and capable students with an opportunity to attend college and graduate.

]]> <p>In the eyes of many HBCU leaders and champions, these historical institutions are the leading experts in educating first-generation, under-resourced, and Pell-eligible students. In this episode of On The Yard, we sit down with Lane College President Logan Hampton to explore how HBCUs provide many under-resourced yet brilliant and capable students with an opportunity to attend college and graduate.</p> b6a7c1b4-378f-4ad4-9249-9539fb6dc58b https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Wed, 15 Feb 2023 06:30:00 +0000 2045 no full The Significance of Investing in HBCUs The Significance of Investing in HBCUs 1 2 Ashley Northington The greatest challenge that Historically Black Colleges and Universities confront today is funding. However, Tougaloo College is worth the investment, according to Tougaloo College President Carmen Walters.In this episode of On The Yard, we discuss the value of strategic partnerships and donors in propelling HBCUs forward, as well as the role Tougaloo College plays in connecting the past to the present through these initiatives. Dr. Walters share how she developed a strategy that includes goals for improving the student learning experience and driving Tougaloo College forward through academic rigor and social justice.

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]]> <p>The greatest challenge that Historically Black Colleges and Universities confront today is funding. However, Tougaloo College is worth the investment, according to Tougaloo College President Carmen Walters.In this episode of On The Yard, we discuss the value of strategic partnerships and donors in propelling HBCUs forward, as well as the role Tougaloo College plays in connecting the past to the present through these initiatives. Dr. Walters share how she developed a strategy that includes goals for improving the student learning experience and driving Tougaloo College forward through academic rigor and social justice.</p><p>Watch on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1qObf9r97E" rel="nofollow">YouTube</a></p><p>Link to <a href="https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard/oty-the-significance-of-investing-in-hbcus" rel="nofollow">blog</a></p> d8395400-835d-4ecf-b629-e33ab3934a86 https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Wed, 08 Feb 2023 06:30:00 +0000 2299 no full How HBCUs Battled the Pandemic How HBCUs Battled the Pandemic Ashley Northington In this episode of On the Yard, we sit down with Southern University Vice President of External Affairs and University Relations Robyn Merrick, Ph.D. to discuss how HBCU campuses managed the pandemic while educating their communities and protecting students and faculty. We explore how HBCUs managed to make shifts rapidly and what the fall may look like for these historic institutions.

]]> <p>In this episode of On the Yard, we sit down with Southern University Vice President of External Affairs and University Relations Robyn Merrick, Ph.D. to discuss how HBCU campuses managed the pandemic while educating their communities and protecting students and faculty. We explore how HBCUs managed to make shifts rapidly and what the fall may look like for these historic institutions. </p> 2e93a3d3-b395-4f3a-8439-6c3ad4dd9342 https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Fri, 28 May 2021 16:52:24 +0000 2316 no full Addressing the Legacy of Underfunding HBCUs Addressing the Legacy of Underfunding HBCUs Ashley Northington It is no secret in certain circles that HBCUs don’t receive public funds at the same level as predominantly white institutions. But, what’s being done about it?


Tennessee State Rep. Harold M. Love, Jr. is leading a legislative committee which found the state owed its only public HBCU between $150 million and $544 million. This is happening at a time when historically Black institutions in Maryland are rejoicing after settling a landmark case that determined the state discriminated against its four Black colleges.


This issue is not just an issue for HBCUs in Tennessee or Maryland.


Take a listen to find out what's happening in Tennessee, how the Maryland case presents a unique opportunity for HBCUs, and what leaders and advocates can do to help.


]]> <p><span>It is no secret in certain circles that HBCUs don’t receive public funds at the same level as predominantly white institutions. But, what’s being done about it?</span></p><p><br></p><p><span>Tennessee State Rep. Harold M. Love, Jr. is leading a legislative committee which found the state owed its only public HBCU between $150 million and $544 million. This is happening at a time when historically Black institutions in Maryland are rejoicing after settling a landmark case that determined the state discriminated against its four Black colleges.</span></p><p><br></p><p>This issue is not just an issue for HBCUs in Tennessee or Maryland. </p><p><br></p><p>Take a listen to find out what&#39;s happening in Tennessee, how the Maryland case presents a unique opportunity for HBCUs, and what leaders and advocates can do to help.</p><p><br></p> b8cb26af-82a4-4674-b41c-4246102a28c0 https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Fri, 14 May 2021 17:47:16 +0000 2707 no full Collaboration and Partnerships at HBCUs Collaboration and Partnerships at HBCUs Ashley Northington The power of networking and developing authentic relationships could be a key to success for HBCU leaders and advocates, according to Rust College President Ivy Taylor. In this episode of On the Yard, we explore the importance of collaboration and relationship building as a method to move HBCUs forward.

]]> <p><span>The power of networking and developing authentic relationships could be a key to success for HBCU leaders and advocates, according to Rust College President Ivy Taylor. In this episode of On the Yard, we explore the importance of collaboration and relationship building as a method to move HBCUs forward. </span></p> 33a32f21-d056-41b5-9327-68f2677dc3c2 https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Fri, 07 May 2021 15:18:06 +0000 1872 no full Overcoming Frozen Success Overcoming Frozen Success Ashley Northington What, exactly, IS frozen success? In this episode, On the Yard explores the phenomenon of 'frozen success' detailing what it is, how it happens and what HBCU institutions can do to overcome it. In a conversation with St. Augustine's University Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Josiah J. Sampson and Stillman College of Business Dean Isaac McCoy, the pair explain how intentional storytelling and purposeful partnerships are key to bolstering and extending the relevance of these historic campuses.

]]> <p>What, exactly, IS frozen success? In this episode, On the Yard explores the phenomenon of &#39;frozen success&#39; detailing what it is, how it happens and what HBCU institutions can do to overcome it. In a conversation with St. Augustine&#39;s University Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Josiah J. Sampson and Stillman College of Business Dean Isaac McCoy, the pair explain how intentional storytelling and purposeful partnerships are key to bolstering and extending the relevance of these historic campuses.</p> ad1dd596-349a-4256-8652-fb02208321df https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Fri, 30 Apr 2021 16:23:30 +0000 3135 no full The Importance of Community Partnerships The Importance of Community Partnerships Ashley Northington The episode explores the connection between the larger community and Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Through a conversation with Isaac Y. Addae, Assistant Professor of Business Administration at Tennessee State University (TSU), On the Yard showcases the extent to which these historic institutions must be supported by business, government, and community leaders.

]]> <p><span>The episode explores the connection between the larger community and Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Through a conversation with </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaoaddae/" rel="nofollow">Isaac Y. Addae</a><span>, Assistant Professor of Business Administration at Tennessee State University (TSU), On the Yard showcases the extent to which these historic institutions must be supported by business, government, and community leaders.</span></p> 413465d1-b99e-4084-bfbd-80dba6158e71 https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:57:34 +0000 1908 no full HBCUs and the Biden-Harris Administration HBCUs and the Biden-Harris Administration Ashley Northington This episode explores what historically Black and minority-serving institutions can expect from the Biden-Harris presidential administration. Through a conversation with Dr. Terrell Strayhorn, Director of Virginia Union's Center for the Study of HBCUs, On the Yard highlights the policy agenda established by President Joseph R. Biden.

]]> <p>This episode explores what historically Black and minority-serving institutions can expect from the Biden-Harris presidential administration. Through a conversation with Dr. Terrell Strayhorn, Director of Virginia Union&#39;s Center for the Study of HBCUs, On the Yard highlights the policy agenda established by President Joseph R. Biden. </p> 9b22ad54-65d7-4ca2-a0c4-dce4f0d2dbbd https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:02:55 +0000 4285 no full The Landscape The Landscape Ashley Northington Dr. Brittany Mosby shares her insight on the trends happening across the HBCU landscape. Dr. Mosby is the director of HBCU Success for the Tennessee Higher Education Commission.

]]> <p>Dr. Brittany Mosby shares her insight on the trends happening across the HBCU landscape. Dr. Mosby is the director of HBCU Success for the Tennessee Higher Education Commission. </p> 7447a3f4-f419-4f7f-83f6-93e910fe77ba https://www.rwjonesagency.com/blog/on-the-yard Thu, 08 Apr 2021 21:03:37 +0000 1704 no