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Race-Related News Events Negatively Affects Black Students Mental Health

Racism is a touchy subject for some, but it doesn’t take away the fact that it exists, and probably will exist as long as there are people of different races, cultures, and skin tones. 

A study conducted by the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) has revealed that racial unrest and perceived racism can negatively affect the mental health of black students.

The study surveyed students attending medical school with a 37-item electronic questionnaire administered during two weeks in August of 2020. The study measured depression symptoms and perceived discrimination. 

Researchers found that those students who perceived frequent discriminatory experiences as well as negative news coverage, such as the George Floyd incident were more likely to have symptoms of depression. 

Although the results centered around medical students, the results are consistent with other studies of how discrimination affects mental health among black people living in the U.S.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Black History In Radio: Jack L Cooper

The month of February is set aside to remind America of the contributions and impact that African Americans have had on shaping this country. 

Jack L. Cooper is considered the first African American radio announcer in the U.S. Cooper was a veteran stage performer and columnist for the Chicago Defender. His radio career began in the 1920’s as a comedian at WCAP in Washington DC. Cooper realized there was a large population that was under-represented in radio. 

He later became the host, producer, and announcer of The All-Negro Hour at WSBC in Chicago, a show created specifically for black performers who were trying to avoid the perpetuation of negative stereotypes. 

Cooper went on to utilize radio as a social force on behalf of the black community. He created the Search For Missing Persons show as well as Listen Chicago, a program that focused on current events. 

Cooper passed away in 1970, and was later inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 2012. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell 

Source: radiohalloffame.com

Lambton College Rated Third In Research College Rankings

If you live in the Sarnia-Lambton area of Canada, you live in the vicinity of the third best ranked research college in the country. 

Based upon rankings conducted by Research Infosource Inc., Lambton College was ranked third in its recently released Annual Top-50 Research Colleges. The rankings rely heavily on research income, amongst other indicators, says college officials. Total sponsored research income at Lambton totalled $14,210, up 13.4% than the prior year.

Lambton College has been on the top research colleges list for seven consecutive years. 

They are first in research partnerships with 287, first in terms of paid student researchers at 260, and first in Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada income with $10,606. 

School President, and CEO Rob Kardas says, “This ranking is once again representative of the outstanding impact research and innovation has on the success of our students and the growth and prosperity of our community.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

General Motors Gifts Northwood With $100K For Automotive Camp

General Motors, one of the Big Three in the automotive world, has awarded $100k to Northwood University to host an automotive camp for high school seniors. 

The Full Tank Automotive Camp will help students in various areas of the automotive industry such as, design, development, sales and marketing, manufacturing, problem-solving in a business setting, and learning how dealership profits center work. 

The camp will be held Sunday, June 11th to Friday, June 18th at Northwood University located in Midland. Northwood is nationally recognized in the automotive industry for its undergraduate automotive studies and its graduate-level automotive management programs. Students interested in an automotive career will definitely want to register. 

There are a limited number of scholarships available for those students who may need financial assistance. 

For more information, visit: Northwood.edu. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

MDHHS Seeking Proposals For Child And Adolescent Health Center Program

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is requesting proposals to expand the Child and Adolescent Health Center (CAHC) program through school-based or school-linked health services. Models funded through this grant include CACH and School Wellness Programs (SWP).

The Child and Adolescent Health Center Program provides a place for our youth to learn positive behaviors, prevent diseases, and receive needed medical care and support. 

The Request for Proposal (RFP) is open to public and non-profits such as local health departments, community health centers, and school districts to name a few. Applicants must demonstrate collaboration between the local school district, health care providers and sponsoring agencies in the application.   

Applications must be submitted electronically through EGrAMS by 3 p.m., on March 1st.

For more information, visit the EGrAMS website.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

As Tax Season Approaches Michiganders Should Beware Of Cyber Crime

In today’s day and age almost everyone owns or uses a computer or other digital means of communication. If you’re one of these individuals it’s important that you use some sort of security software program to protect your information and your assets.

One of the recent forms of cyber attack comes in the form of ransomware. Ransomware is a type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system until a suggested amount of money is paid. Ransomware is usually targeted towards individuals, but businesses are noticing increased attacks as well. 

Ransomware can be extremely harmful, as some cyber attacks will threaten to expose personal information such as photos and videos. There have even been reports of ransomware attacks leading to individuals taking their own lives.  

So, as tax season approaches be aware of cyber scams such as phishing, malware, and ransomware. Cyber criminals will pose as people or institutions you trust, so use caution.

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell