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Anthony Ray talks with Chancellor Dixon about the highlights of being elected President of Elizabeth City State University, the tremendous increase in enrollment, key academic programs and her vision for ECSU. Dr. Dixon becomes Elizabeth City State University’s twelfth chief executive officer, succeeding previous chancellor Dr. Thomas Conway, Jr., who served from 2016-2018. She is the second female to serve in this capacity, following in the footsteps of Dr. Stacey Franklin Jones.

Anthony Ray talks with the Founder of the Black Greek Life Success Program about his piece he pinned entitled, "10 Issues Black Greeks Have With Their Grad Chapters" on The HBCU Nation Radio Show. Eddie Francis is the HBCU Lifestyle Podcast host and Greek life contributor. He is also a speaker, award-winning media veteran, and talent acquisition professional. Eddie is a regular contributor to "The HBCU Nation Radio Show" and award-winning "Sunday Journal" talk shows; and he has written for The Huffington Post, The Ladders, Great Black Speakers, LinkedIn, Social-Hire, Write to Bear Alms, Greek Ladders, and Careers in Government. He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and you can learn more about him at EddieFrancis.com.

Our Host Anthony Ray talks to James Gailliard about his servant leadership as Pastor, Community Leader and State Representative. Word Tabernacle Church gifted Bennett College over $20K recently to #StandWithBennett campaign. James D. Gaillard is the Pastor of Word Tabernacle Church in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, NC House District 25 and President of The Impact Center, a place where programs, partnerships, and paradigms are provided that enable people to progress.

Anthony Ray speaks with NC A&T Star Wide Receiver, Malik Wilson about the Air Force Reserve Celebration Bowl, academic accomplishments, his dreams of playing in the NFL and why African American student athletes should consider attending an HBCU.

Anthony Ray speaks with Dwight Treadwell, The HBCU Nation's Sports Editor, talk about 4th Annual Air Force Reserve Celebration Bowl featuring the MEAC Champions, North Carolina A&T State University and SWAC Champions Alcorn State University at the Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

Anthony Ray talks to Congresswoman Alma Adams(D-NC-12)about the great news for HBCUs with the passage of the Farm Bill. Congresswoman Adams and other Black Congressional leaders on the Agriculture Committee lead a bipartisan effort in securing major funding for HBCU Land-Grant Universities. Congresswoman Alma Adams is the Founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus. https://adams.house.gov/ Twitter.com/repadams

Anthony Ray talks with Dr. Lindsey, Interim President of Knoxville College, Dr. David Bowie, Chairman of Trustees and Alumn Dwight Treadwell of Knoxville College, Knoxville, Tennessee.

Anthony Ray and Dr. Charlie Nelms engage in a free-flowing conversation about HBCU leadership and governance on The HBCU Nation Radio Show. Charlie Nelms, Ed.D, is a transformational servant-leader, a motivational speaker, and a consultant with expertise in higher education. He has more than 40 years of experience and leadership in student access, retention, and graduation; institutional effectiveness; and strategic planning. The former chancellor of universities in North Carolina, Indiana, and Michigan, Dr. Nelms serves as a board member for leading educational associations and foundations across the U.S. He is currently a senior scholar at the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, providing leadership in assisting minority-serving institutions. Dr. Nelms has also been a consultant for a wide range of higher education organizations.

Our Host, Anthony Ray talks with Eddie Francis about his latest blog entitled, "Winston-Salem State Strengthens Institutional Brand by Rejecting Popular College Ranking" on #TheHBCUNationRadioShow. Eddie is a former HBCU public relations director, mass media veteran, and speaker. He publishes the blogs "PR and Marketing in Higher Ed" as well as "Identity and Value". Also an advocate of Black Greek Letter Organizations, Eddie is pursuing his master's in Strategic Leadership at Tennessee State University. You can learn more about him at EddieFrancis.com.

Anthony Ray discusses diversity and inclusion initiatives with Danielle Holley-Walker, Dean of the Howard University School of Law and Wendy Lewis, Chief Global Diversity Officer of McDonald's Corporation at HBCU Braintrust hosted by HBCU Bipartisan Caucus at this year's CBCF Legislative Conference.

Anthony Ray talks with Dr. Aminta Breaux about her first year in office and HBCU Braintrust hosted by HBCU Bipartisan Caucus at this year's CBCF Legislative Conference. President Breaux is the first female President of Bowie State University.

Anthony Ray talks with Dr. Glenda Glover about the launch of Alpha Kappa Alpha's HBCU Sustainability Initiative. Dr. Glover is the President of Tennessee State University and the International President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

Anthony Ray talks with Congresswoman Alma Adams (D-NC-12) Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus and Barbara Whye, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer and VP of HR at Intel, about The 2nd Annual HBCU Braintrust at the CBCF Annual Legislative Conference celebrating HBCU and Tech partnerships. INTEL is the Title Sponsor and has put forth $300 Million towards reshaping and defining America's workforce.

Our Host, Anthony Ray talks with Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) about the Inaugural Diversity in Tech Summit to be held August 8th and 9th on the campus of North Carolina A&T State University. The Inaugural Diversity in Tech Summit will bring together leaders from the HBCU Community and tech industry to discuss best ractices in creating strong pipelines of diverse talent. Issues discussed will include tech industry culture, curriculum development, and how to collectively foster effective partnerships between the private sector and HBCUs.

Our Host talks with Dr. Melicia Whitt-Glover-Director of the Center of Excellence for the Elimination of Healthcare Disparities and Aaron T. Jackson, Coordinator of the RAM KNOW H.O.W. Mobile Clinic at Winston-Salem State University.

Anthony Ray talks with Dr. Crystal deGregory about the first anniversary of the Atwood Institute and receiving the 2018 HBCU Research Center of the Year award. Dr. deGregory is the Executive Director of the Atwood Institute for Race, Education and the Democratic Ideal at Kentucky State University

Anthony Ray talks with Dr. Joel Wallach, author of the best selling, award-winning book, "Dead Doctors Don't Lie" on our Health And Wellness Segment. Dr. Wallach has been involved with BioMedical Research and Clinical Medicine for 40 years. Get a FREE Evaluation at : www.envisionhealtheval.com Or Call: 1-800-644-4194 PROMO CODE: HBCU Learn more at: www.HealthRevolutionTIX.com

Anthony Ray talks with S. Lee Merritt, Esq. , Social Justice Advocate, Attorney and Morehouse Alumn about the #AntwonRose case. The policeman that shot Antwon Rose has been charged with criminal homicide... Lee Merritt is a justice activist and attorney committed to the reform of the justice system in America and is using his practice to effect lasting change for underserved and underrepresented communities.

Our Host, Anthony Ray talks with the President and CEO of the NAACP, Derrick Johnson, a Tougaloo College Alumn about his first year in office, the current political climate, the upcoming 109th NAACP Annual Convention and midterm elections.

Emmy Nominated Journalist and Author Katina Rankin discusses her new children's book Emmett Till-"Sometimes Good Can Come Out Of A Bad Situation" with Host, Anthony Ray. Katina Rankin is currently the evening anchor for WATN-TV (ABC) in Memphis, TN. She received her bachelor's degree in mass communications from Alcorn State University and master's degree in broadcast journalism from Jackson State University.