Tom Joyner is one of a kind! He showed up today as
@MorganStateU
Commencement Speaker with nearly $4,000 in cash in $5 bills and gave one to each graduate. He challenged each one to grow that $5 into millions and then give some of it back to beloved Morgan. Powerful!
On this Sunday, please have a Happy Day—
@MorganStateU
Choir style. They ended their tour in Europe with this spontaneous and uplifting rendition of O’ Happy Day!
Are you ready for new student housing? Before I left campus on yesterday, I gave the final approval for this 670 bed residential hall with a new dining room. Groundbreaking in September with a completion date set for August 2022.This will be the new Thurgood Marshall Hall.
@TheAmandaGorman
. Ms. Gorman, I need you as our Poet-in-Residence at the National Treasure,
@MorganStateU
Outstanding!!!!! Consider this a job offer!
BREAKING NEWS from
Norfolk, VA
Congratulations to the
@MorganStateU
men’s tennis team! We have just won our first ever MEAC Conference Championship! We are the Bears!
This is the next building to be built at the National Treasure,
@MorganStateU
a 200,000 sq ft facility housing the School of Social Work,School of Community Health and Policy, Nursing,Medical Technology, and the Family and Consumer Sciences. Move-in during Summer 2024.
I had to take it to the streets today with my alumni, students, and over 1,00O others, to shout out that Black Lives Matter. We have never been confused about this at the National Treasure,
@MorganStateU
#blacklivesmatter
I had the honor to be in the East Room of the White House as the Queen performed with the famed
@MorganStateU
Choir.
@AprilDRyan
and I acted like we were in a Black Baptist Church. We would not be quiet. It was an evening I’ll never forget. RIP, our QUEEN!
Morgan State University to demolish former hospital complex to make way for medical school - Baltimore Business Journal.
This will be the 1st medical school to open on an HBCU campus in over 40 years. 1st first class to start in Fall ‘24 Morgan is rising!
In 1939, white neighbors across the street from
@MorganStateU
built a wall to keep students from venturing into their neighborhoods and shopping center. This morning, we started razing that wall. Hate should never endure. Down with hate, up with healing!
I’m pleased to announce that we’ll be moving forward to build a second residential hall (12 floors, over 600 beds) next to the nearly-completed Thurgood Marshall Hall. Marshall Hall (nearly 700 beds) will open in 5-6 weeks. The tower to your left will open in 2024.
We heard students and parents say we needed more housing stock. This $120M unit will have 670 beds, and a new dining hall. Goal is to add 1,200-2,000 new beds on campus within 3-5 years. Be patient with us as we go through this new building and renovation phase.
#growingthefuture
In an effort to gain an understanding of what my students and professors
@MorganStateU
are experiencing with online and remote instruction/learning,I have enrolled in two online classes—one in Poli Sci and the other in Music. Finished the first class session today. Learned a lot!
Another gem is about to make its debut at the National Treasure—the Calvin and Tina Tyler Student Services Support Building. Final preparations being made for May 1st move-in. Good bye Montebello!!! Can’t wait to welcome my students back. We are still
#growingthefuture
!
Walked around the campus of the National Treasure
@MorganStateU
today in my new Morgan attire which was handmade by Morgan Alum, Kwab Asamoah, who resides in Ghana.
Morgan State has reached an agreement with a local developer to raze all of the existing structures in the Northwood Shopping Center and to redevelop it with contemporary shops and stores. Press release with more details coming soon! This is huge for us!
After touring Windsor Castle,the summer home of the Queen of England, a few members of the best college choir in America
@MorganStateU
struck up a tune, “I’ll Stand”. They were on their way to a huge concert at St George’s Church, the wedding site of Harry and Megan.
Landscaping now taking place on this gem. Move-in will start on August 1st.
Still committed to growing the future and leading the world at The National Treasure,
@MorganStateU
I briefly toured the site of the old Armory this morning (corner of Argonne and Hillen Rds.)This new Health and Human Services Bldg. will be on this site of the Nat’l Treasure,
@MorganStateU
It will house the School of Social Work and the School of Community Health and Policy.
The transformation of our National Treasure continues. Here is the initial design of our new science building (Biology and Chemistry) costing $25O+million. Groundbreaking to occur next semester. Occupancy set for summer 2027.
Growing the Future| Leading the World.
Last May,
@MorganStateU
Alum,
@DavidTalbert15
, invited me onto the set outside London while he was filming his movie, Jingle Jangle. You must see this movie—one of the best Christmas films of all time. I also had some terrific conversations with Forest Whitaker.
Increased Interest in Attending Morgan State University Leads to Record Applications.
I am pleased to report to you that Morgan is receiving historic numbers of undergraduate and graduate admissions applications for Fall 2021. Onward National Treasure!
Today was our first
@MorganStateU
Board of Regents meeting without the Honorable Elijah Cummings. We missed him! Our athletic teams will wear the initials “EC” on their uniforms or helmets during the rest of the season in his honor. Rest in Peace, Elijah, Rest in Power!
Morgan Choir sings at the White House with Aretha Franklin and Shirley C... via
@YouTube
I was in the East Room at the White House in April 2015 when my
@MorganStateU
Choir performed with the Queen. A special evening. I sat next to
@AprilDRyan
Marylanders who want to drop their ballot at official drop-off box, you can do so
@MorganStateU
The box is located in front of Tyler Hall (Corner of Hillen and East Cold Spring). We’re simply doing our civic duty to make
it as easy as possible for people to vote.
#themorganway
I decided to make a statement this morning in my workout gear. My student athletes wore these this past season to show where they stand. I stand with them!
Check out these brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha showing out in the Homecoming Parade at the National Treasure,
@MorganStateU
!
@morganpres
was tempted to come down from the viewing stand and show them some classic stepping—not strolling, lol!
Growing pains! Please have patience with us as we work our way through an unprecedented level of interest in a Morgan education on the part of tens of thousands of students nationwide. We might have to cap our undergraduate enrollment at 10,000!!!
Just finished a meeting with the community surrounding
@MorganStateU
to reveal a rendering of the proposed Northwood Commons Plaza. Packed house. Everyone was excited about the possibilities!
A lot of dirt is being moved at Northwood Commons. In two years, another transformation will take place at the National Treasure. A supermarket, Starbucks, shops and eateries, will almost literally be on campus. We can’t be a Research 1 Univ w/o promoting economic development.
A few scenes this morning from the National Treasure,
@MorganStateU
one of the most beautiful college campuses in America.We are planning to reopen fully this summer.I can’t wait to welcome back by the thousands our students, faculty, staff and alumni.
#Americatopcolleges
And on the other stairway in our University Student Center, we prominently display our Core Values and bellow to the world that the National Treasure is “Growing the Future and Leading the World.”
Morgan pride!!! Thank you, Natasha Lewis Williams, for your amazing creativity.
This was a Homecoming weekend like no other at the National Treasure
@MorganStateU
.Tens of thousands on campus. I’m still singing “Give me that ‘ole Morgan Spirit. When I saw the Alpha brothers in the parade, I was tempted to leave the viewing stand and show them a step.
Just announced in the Italian Parliament:
@MorganStateU
becomes the first HBCU in America to offer Italian. Kudos to our Department of World Languages and Literature.
And the walls come tumbling down! The long-awaited demolition of the dilapidated Northwood Shopping Center started on yesterday. Out with yesterday—hello tomorrow!
@MorganStateU
knows what it means to be an Anchor Institution.
#tellthemwearerising
#growingthefurure
On yesterday, I was got the opportunity of a lifetime—awarding my own son his sheepskin
@MorganStateU
. His mom, Dr. Janniece Lucas Brown (Morgan Class of ‘80), was on hand as we drowned him in parental love. Proud of this young man!!! Congrats to all of our graduates!
@MorganStateU
when we say “Student-Athlete,” we mean it.We don’t mean an athlete who, by the way, is also a student.We mean a student who, by the way, is also an athlete.These student athletes were recognized last night for being on the AD Honor Roll. with a 3.0 GPA or ^!
Proud parents moment!
Our son, a May 2021
@MorganStateU
grad, just got a job offer in marketing with the Washington Football Team! We are so proud of him. He’s pursuing his passion. BTW, his mom is a 1980 graduate of the National Treasure. Morgan success runs deep!
Homecoming activities have been cancelled but we proudly adorn our National Treasure’s Blue and Orange. My shirt must be the most spirited piece of clothing I’ve worn in years! Let’s show our Morgan Pride for the rest of the weekend—and beyond. WE ARE MORGAN STRONG!!!
I’m walking our beautiful campus this morning just reflecting on what we were experiencing one year ago. The Magnificent Marching Machine
@MorganStateU
is THE BEST!
Progress! Northwood Commons is moving along on time. Won’t have to wait too much longer for Starbucks, Barnes and Noble Bookstore, public safety bldg, Lidl Supermkt, Georgia Peach Cafe, two banks, Chipotle, Sunny’s, a dry cleaners, etc. After 60 yrs, new shops next to campus.
Today I had to be in several places within an hour of each other and had to maneuver through millions of people to get to those places. But the most important place to
be was the starting line of the parade and to cheer on my students and our band director, Mr. Melvin Miles!
A historically black college in Maryland is growing — by enrolling Hispanic, white and international students - Baltimore Sun. Growing the future: respect, excellence, diversity, innovation, integrity, and leadership.We embrace these values everyday!
Back on campus this morning after eating too much Soul Food! Sweat time! But look what I found. Coach Earl Davis, a Morgan legend who has been with us for 46 years, has upgraded the workout area again. He’s a treasure
@MorganStateU
A new fitness center is coming soon!
On July 1, 2010, I started my tenure as the 10th President of our National Treasure,
@MorganStateU
Today, I conclude my 11th year in this role. Serving Morgan is a joy and I look forward to continuing our era of unprecedented innovation and transformation. Forward Morgan!
Thank you
@VP
for inviting me to be a member of the US Delegation to Ghana. Your speech in Accra was one Africa will remember for decades to come. I was honored to represent
@MorganStateU
—our nation’s National Treasure.
@HUPrez17
@ClarkAtlanta
@MorganStateU
is an anchor institution with a $1 billion economic impact in MD. With two state of the art academic buildings completed ($165 million), we are now moving to public/private partnership to totally redevelop the entire shopping center next door. Moving on up!
Thank you
@MagicJohnson
for visiting our National Treasure,
@MorganStateU
yesterday. It was a truly exciting day! The campus was energized.I must admit that for one fleeting moment, I was thinking I could have played point guard on one of those Laker teams, lol!
Progress! Progress! Progress! Construction on the new 670 bed Thurgood Marshall Hall at the National Treasure is now underway. It is on schedule to open in fall 2022. It will replace the current Thurgood Marshall Complex on campus.
#growingthefuture
We congratulate Lieutenant General Scott Dingle (3-Star) on becoming the first Black man to be Surgeon General of the US Army. He’s a very proud graduate of The National Treasure.
Behind the scenes as Morgan State’s Magnificent Marching Machine prepares for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade - Baltimore Sun. New York City just won’t be the same again after they experience the Magnificent Marching Machine.
#tellthemwearerising
One thing I like about
@MorganStateU
is that a brilliant Black male student feels comfortable on campus with his hat turned in whatever direction he wants.They know we assume nothing negative about them.They’re our future innovators! Respect us.
#growingthefuture
There’s nothing like seeing an HBCU band perform at halftime. My Magnificant Marching Machine
@MorganStateU
showed up and showed out in our season opener last night against Towson.
#tellthemwearerising
Great progress on our new $100+ million, 670 bed, housing and dining project. Occupancy in fall ‘22—just in time to house the tons of students who want to experience
@MorganStateU
Approaching $1 billion in capital improvements since I was given the honor to lead Fair Morgan!
With an historic number of applications received this year from students who desire to attend the National Treasure
@MorganStateU
, I was pleased to see that our hashtag was trending yesterday on decision day. We welcome all of our future Bears. You’ve chosen wisely!!!
You gotta love soon-to-be President, Uncle
@JoeBiden
! He’s such a genuine person and leader. I’m ready to roll up my sleeves and work with him to repair our country!
@MorganStateU
respects him. I thank him for delivering the Commencement address at our 150th.
Morgan State University Freezes Tuition and Fees for 2020/2021 Academic Year Start spreading the word...Morgan will not increase tuition. We are trying to help as many of our students as we can to stay in school and get their degrees.
#growingthefuture
Today is my 12th Anniversary as President of the National Treasure. It’s a joy to lead
@MorganStateU
thru an historic era of elevation and transformation. I am so energized by this work. I feel like I’m only 45 years old, lol!!!
On Thanksgiving, I went back to my roots—very, very rural West Alabama. I opened an old trunk(had not opened it in 40 years) in this house where my parents and I lived during my high school days. This is a note I wrote in 1973 trying to forecast my future. I’ve come a long way!
Last official duty in London was to visit the set where Morgan alum David Talbert is directing a major film to be released in 2020.Forrest Whittaker plays a leading role.We are very proud of David. He even let me sit in the Director’s chair. I think I found a new profession.
After 49 years of service to the National Treasure, Mr. Melvin Miles, Director of Bands, is retiring at the end of the academic year. Today, he led the Magnificent Marching Machine for the last time during football season. We honor him! BTW, the Bears defeated Georgetown 28-21.
Thousands made their way
@MorganStateU
yesterday to pay respect to a champion
@RepCummings
. The packed house Community Tribute was one for the ages.What a way to honor a man who embodied the Soul of America. Now off to the Capitol with the Morgan Choir for next round of tributes.
13 yrs ago, I left my Chancellor’s position in Wisconsin to start my presidency at Morgan. While I miss my friends & former colleagues in WI, I found my purpose at Morgan. Honored to serve!!!
🎉 Today, we're celebrating
@MorganPres
David Wilson's 13th anniversary, the 4th longest-tenured president in Morgan State history! Join us in acknowledging his transformative leadership at the
#NationalTreasure
.
Discover his remarkable 13-year journey 🔗
It’s a done deal!!! This morning, the
@CityofBaltimore
approved sale of the 59-acre Lake Clifton property to Morgan. This site is 1/3 the size of our current campus. Look out Baltimore; look out Maryland; look out nation and world—here comes the National Treasure.
On July 1, 2019, I began my tenth year as President of the National Treasure. The time has literally flown by. Though many institutions have tried to woo me away, I have realized that being
@MorganStateU
is a calling for me. I love my university!
#thebestisyettocome
In Response to Growing Concerns Pertaining to Increases in Positive COVID-19 Cases and Testing Challenges,Morgan State University Shifts to Remote-Only Instruction for Fall Semester.Hard decision but the health and well-being of our community is paramount.
On this Sunday, I share with you this negro spiritual, “I Know I’ve Been Changed”, performed last summer in one of the oldest cathedrals in Europe by the Best College Choir in America,
@MorganStateU
. The last month or so has changed all of us! Enjoy this snippet.
I am not going to even pretend that I can do this.But, after the pandemic, I would like to see “old school” guys like us (Alphas, Iotas, Kappas, Sigmas,and Omegas) show the current generation a few classic steps.I think I can still “break it down” a little bit.😀Happy Homecoming!
@MorganStateU
emerges with the victory over Del State in the HBCU Classic at the nearly-sold out
@PruCenter
in Newark. Atmosphere was electric. Congratulations to Coach Broadus.
Morgan President David K. Wilson Selected for Prestigious Harold W. McGraw, Jr. Prize in Education. I’m truly speechless! I’ve committed myself to the body of work I’ve undertaken because I believe in cultivating the potential of all students.
This is so shocking! I’m beyond humbled and honored. To have one of the oldest and most revered Black newspapers in the nation
@afronews
select me as its Person of the Year is beyond my wildest dreams. Incredibly humbled and honored. Thank you!
Today,I recorded my message to the May 2020
graduates. It will be part of the Virtual Recognition Ceremony (VRC) on May 16th at 10:00 a.m. The VRC is a Commencement Ceremony but simply a recognition ceremony. Commencement for the May 2020 graduates will be October 15, 2020. 🙏
We will not be deterred from “Growing the Future and Leading the World.” I’m calling on the FBI to vigorously investigate this threat to our National Treasure, and to our other sister HBCUs across the nation.
Just signed an agreement with Beijing University of Chemical Technology to enable students from
@MorganStateU
to study on their campus starting this summer. We’re growing the future at the National Treasure.
If u are planning to attend the National Treasure,
@MorganStateU
, this fall, wear a mask this summer and practice social distancing! It’s that simple! Assume I’m the POTUS, and this is my message to all of you!
Morgan president: We're open for billions - Baltimore Sun To all the philanthropists who want to invest in institutions who know how to educate low income students and move them into the middle class, don’t sleep on
@MorganStateU
.
The new $120 million Thurgood Marshall Hall is on track to open in July—adding 670 new beds to the campus and a new dining hall. This project is phase one of a complete overall of on-campus housing. Goal is a complete modernization of student housing over the next 5-6 yrs.