Shaw University is proud to continue its partnership with The James Patterson Family Foundation, founded by acclaimed author and philanthropist James Patterson, for the 2025–2026 academic year. Through a $75,000 …
At Shaw University, we are committed to helping our students access the financial resources they need to achieve their academic and career goals. One important opportunity available to you is …
Shaw University is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of Dave Walters Jr., a 2024 graduate who is quickly making a name for himself in filmmaking, journalism, and digital media. Walters …
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Shaw University students Vanaia Diggs and Chakhia Booker have been selected for the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services’ (NCDHHS) 2025 Experiential Learning & Opportunity Internship Program (ELOIP), a paid …
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In March 2025, four Shaw University students joined peers from other historically Black colleges and universities and institutions across the U.S. for an Alternative Spring Break and Service-Learning Experience in …
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Shaw University is honored to announce its induction into the African American Civil Rights Network (AACRN), a national initiative that recognizes institutions for their significant contributions to the Civil Rights …
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Ella Baker, a key figure in the Civil Rights Movement, was instrumental in the formation of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), one of the most influential organizations of the …
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Gary Gordon, a 2010 graduate of Shaw University, returned to his hometown of Savannah after college, craving the hot wings he had enjoyed in Raleigh. Finding that the city lacked …
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Shaw University proudly celebrates 159 years of excellence in education, a legacy rooted in history, culture, and empowerment. For nearly two centuries, Shaw has been a beacon of opportunity, shaping …
UNCF Announces the Release of the 2024 HBCU Economic Impact Report, Highlighting the Critical Contributions of Shaw University Listed Among Key Institutions Featured in the Report and Showcasing its Role …
