VIA CHARLOTTE OBSERVER Johnson C. Smith University plans to add a private high school to its campus, part of an ongoing effort to revitalize the Beatties Ford Road corridor and play an earlier role in the lives of schoolchildren. University President Ron Carter says JCSU will partner with Regent Schools of the Carolinas, a private […]

The Who’s Who of Black Charlotte attended the JCSU 2nd Annual Arch of Triumph Gala at the Charlotte Convention Center on Saturday. Attendees included the Gantts, Rep. Mel Watt, Urban League president Patrick Graham and numerous elected officials and city leaders. The event honored John Crosland, Chairman Emeritus, Crosland, LLC and an Affordable Housing; Wintley […]

Via: CharlotteObserver.com Johnson C. Smith University students studying retail management can benefit from a $500,000 donation The Belk Foundation announced today. At least four business majors will be named Belk Scholars this spring. They will receive a $2,500 scholarship, be matched with a Belk employee mentor and take part in business training available through the […]