Delaware Humanities will welcome author John Vercher for its fall fundraiser, “An Evening with John Vercher,” on October 22, at Delaware State University. The event will feature a discussion with Vercher about the creative process behind his 2024 novel Devil Is Fine, which was inspired in part by Delaware’s unique history and geography. The novel explores themes of grief, identity, …
Downtown Dover is set to heat up with smooth rhythms and soulful melodies as Delaware State University (DSU), in collaboration with arts nonprofit Epitome of Soul, launches its “Sizzling Summer Jazz Series” this month at the historic Schwartz Center for the Arts. The concert series features three performances by nationally acclaimed jazz artists, each taking place on a weekend afternoon …
DOVER — Delaware State University’s Cooperative Extension, in collaboration with Kent County Master Gardener Volunteers, recently held a hands-on small-space gardening workshop aimed at helping residents make the most of limited growing areas. The event took place at the DSU Downtown Community Garden and offered interactive demonstrations tailored to patios, balconies, and compact yards. The workshop introduced participants to four …
DOVER- Delaware State University honored nearly 1,000 graduates during its 2025 spring commencement on Friday, May 9. The day featured two separate ceremonies: an undergraduate commencement held at Alumni Stadium in the morning and a graduate ceremony hosted at the Dr. William B. DeLauder Education & Humanities Theatre in the afternoon. President Tony Allen opened the morning ceremony by reflecting …
Students from Holy Cross School in Dover raced to the top in this year’s Junior Solar Sprint, taking home first and second place in the statewide competition held at Delaware State University. The annual event, now in its 31st year, challenges students in grades 5 through 8 to design, build, and race model cars powered by solar panels. Eleven teams …
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Delaware State University has received a significant boost in its agricultural and energy research efforts, as two of its researchers were recently awarded a series of patents for their groundbreaking work in plant propagation. Dr. Bertrand Hankoua, an assistant professor in the Department of Human Ecology, and Dr. Ayalew Osena, a former DSU postdoctoral researcher now at the University of …
On Tuesday, March 11, Captain Theresa Claiborne, the first Black woman to fly in the United States Air Force, will take the stage at Delaware State University to share her journey. The free public event, named “Beyond Boundaries: Where Imagination Takes Flight,” is part of the university’s celebration of Women’s History Month and will be held from 1 p.m. to …
Delaware young people aged 18-25 who responded to a survey by career.io asking their preferred university and preferred first employer, chose the University of Delaware + DuPont combination as their top career path. The second and third combination among young Delawareans was Delaware State + Navient (student loan servicing company) and Goldey-Beacom College to W.L. Gore & Associates. There was …
DOVER– For those of you who weren’t able to attend or live-stream (or just like to read speeches) Gov. Matt Meyer’s swearing in or inaugural address at Delaware State University, here’s the address: Good morning, everyone! Good morning, Delaware! Thank you so much for being here. The original plan was for me to give this speech outside. As the temperature …
DOVER — Delaware State University’s Athletic Transformation project, which was launched two years ago with a $1 million gift from alum Steve Ewing ’83 and $9 million from the State, has taken a huge step forward with the hiring of former NFL All-Pro wide receiver (and Eagles legend) DeSean Jackson as head football coach. Three-time Pro Bowler Jackson played 15 …
WILMINGTON – Agilent’s partnership with Delaware State University continues, as the global science technology company donated $250,000 to the HBCU at its annual scholarship ball Dec. 14. Since 2022, Agilent has donated and committed almost $9 million in financial and in-kind gifts to DSU, including full scholarships. RELATED: DSU celebrates Agilent partnership for STEM students DSU is in its third …
