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Anthony E. Barwick, MA Named as Wilberforce University’s new Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships and Fundraising Initiatives.
Please join us in congratulating Anthony E. Barwick on his appointment as Wilberforce University's new Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships and...
Wilberforce University Announces Honorees and Special Guest Emcee for Inaugural Sneaker Ball
Community Leaders, Alumni, and Supporters to Be Recognized During Signature Fundraising Event Wilberforce University is proud to announce the...
Wilberforce University Recognized Among Nation’s Best Value Colleges
Wilberforce University has earned national recognition for delivering an exceptional educational experience at an affordable cost, ranking among the...
Wilberforce University Secures $3 Million Federal Grant to Advance Technology and Rural Digital Equity
The five-year initiative will modernize campus technology, expand advanced computing, and strengthen student success, building on the University’s...
The HBCU Renaissance: Why More Students Are Choosing HBCUs and Institutions Like Wilberforce University
By Lena Arnold A powerful shift is taking place across higher education. While many colleges and universities are experiencing enrollment declines,...
Catch the Dream: Wilberforce Football Returns in Fall 2027!
The Bulldogs are coming back, and Wilberforce University is seeking partners to help build the team, the stadium, and a new era of football...
“WE OVER ME”: Sylvia Mayfield-Chess Brings a Lifetime of Leadership, Service and Action to Wilberforce
From the corporate world and community advocacy to higher education and an international journey with Wilberforce scholars, Dean of Students Sylvia...
Rev. Dr. John E. Freeman: A Life of Faith, Service, and Leadership at Wilberforce University
Wilberforce University continues to be shaped by leaders whose lives reflect purpose, resilience, and service—none more so than Rev. Dr. John E....
A Legacy of Service: Carla Cope’s 32-Year Commitment to Wilberforce University
For more than three decades, Carla Cope has been a steady and dedicated presence at Wilberforce University, serving the institution with a spirit of...
Called to Serve: Student Minister Melody Baccus Finds Her Purpose at Wilberforce
September 2, 2026 When Melody Baccus arrived at Wilberforce University from nearby Dayton, Ohio, her plans were simple: earn her degree, sing in the...