Readlout of Cardona and Mayerkas Secretaries The Meeting with the Presidents of HBCU on the International Education Day January 24, 2022 Contact: Press office, (202) 401-1576, Press@ed.gov
Washington - Today, on International Education Day, Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona and SECRETARY OF NATIONAL SECURITY ALEJANDRO N. MENERKAS organized a discussion with the presidents of historically black universities and universities (HBCU) across the country to share information on grant programs, training resources, research opportunities and Other tools available for HBCUS to strengthen the safety and safety of the campus. The Meeting was part of the continuous commitment of the Biden-Harris administration, to ensure that HBCUS has equitable access to the resources and support they need to effectively execute their critical missions.
"To make your best learning, students should be able to focus on their education without fear or distraction." Acts of intimidation against HBCUS can not and will not be tolerated, "said Cardona Secretary." I'm satisfied With the mainstary majorques and his team in the National Security Department focus on associations with HBCU leaders to equip them with the tools to protect their campuses, students and communities. "
" The Department of Safety National is anxious to deepen our associations with HBCUS to protect students and teachers from a range of threats in evolution and to cultivate the next generation of remarkable talents, including increasing access to careers in the federal government, "said the Mayorkas secretary. "I appreciated the opportunity to speak directly with more than 40 HBCU presidents who lead these tremendous institutions. Together, we will embrace the opportunities and we will address the challenges of our time. "
During the Meeting today, the National Security Department also provided an information session on the panorama of the evolving threat, including potential impacts In universities and universities. The National Security Department does not have information that indicates no specific and credible threat to the safety of the campus. The leaders of the DHS Strategy, Policy and Plans Office, the Intelligence and Analysis Office, and The Office of Associations and Commitment, and the Office of the Secretary of the Department of Education participated in today's commitment.
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