Brenda Allen
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Billionaire Philanthropist Mackenzie Scott Supports Lincoln University with $25 Million Donation
Author and billionaire philanthropist Mackenzie Scott has recently made a remarkable donation of $25 million to Chester County’s Lincoln University, writes Frederick Sutton Sinclair for…
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Valley Forge Military Grad, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Named Keynote Speaker for Lincoln University
Lincoln University has named Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, a Valley Forge Military Academy and College graduate, as a keynote speaker for the 2025 commencement ceremony,…
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Lincoln University President to Serve as Vice Chair of Pennsylvania’s New Higher Education Board
Brenda Allen, president of Lincoln University, will serve as vice chair of Pennsylvania’s new higher education board tasked with creating a strategic plan and improving…
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Forbes: Lincoln University Remembers Rich History, Looks Toward the Future
Lincoln University used the opportunity during its Founder’s Day earlier this year to showcase both its rich history and future aspirations, writes Marybeth Gasman for…
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Lincoln University Celebrates Founder’s Day by Showcasing Rich History, Future Aspirations
On April 29, Lincoln University, the nation’s first degree-granting Historically Black College and University, celebrated its Founder’s Day by showcasing its rich history and future…
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Lincoln University’s New Partnership Opens New Path to Nursing Career for Grads
Lincoln University graduates have a new path to nursing careers thanks to the HBCU’s new partnership with the Community College of Philadelphia, writes Abraham Gutman…
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Lincoln University Celebrates Opening of New Research and Data Analytics Lab
Lincoln University recently hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Research and Data Analytics Lab at Wright Hall, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local…
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Board of Trustees at Lincoln University Extends President Contract Through 2030
Lincoln University President Brenda A. Allen will continue to perform in that role for another seven years after the university’s Board of Trustees announced it…
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Lincoln University Students March to Harrisburg to Fight for State Funding
Lincoln University students set out on a more than 60-mile-long march to Harrisburg on Friday to fight for state funding for their school, writes Howard…
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‘We Still Care Deeply’: Chester County’s Lincoln University to Close Nursing Program
Lincoln University is closing its nursing program, making the Class of May 2023 its last, write Wendy Ruderman and Abraham Gutman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. …
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State Sen. Carolyn Comitta Honors Lincoln University President at GWCC Women’s Roundtable
State Sen. Carolyn Comitta honored Dr. Brenda Allen, President of Lincoln University, with a special citation at the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce’s recent…
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Nevertheless, She Persisted: GWCC’s Women’s Roundtable Features Lincoln University President Dr. Brenda Allen
Lincoln University President Dr. Brenda Allen will share her experiences in persisting through crisis at the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce’s Women’s Roundtable Series…
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‘Transformational’ Gift from Ex-Wife of Amazon Founder the Largest in Lincoln University’s History
Lincoln University has received the largest gift from a single donor in its 167-year history from MacKenzie Scott, the ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos,…
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After Lawsuits Challenge Vote to Oust Its President, Lincoln University to Negotiate New Contract
Lincoln University’s board of trustees has voted unanimously to authorize its lawyers to begin contract negotiations with previously ousted president Brenda Allen, writes Susan Snyder…
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Vote to Not Renew Contract of Lincoln University President Draws Ire of Alumni
A vote from the Lincoln University Board of Trustees to not renew the contract of president Brenda Allen has drawn the ire of alumni, who…
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Lincoln University Has Big Plans for Future
Lincoln University – the nation’s first degree-granting historically black university, which turns 165 years old this year – is looking to rebuild its brand over…
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Lincoln University President Praises Pair of Bills That Would Help HBCUs
The U.S. Senate has approved two bills that will help Lincoln University and other historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) nationwide if approved by Congress…
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African-American Leaders Say Cheyney, Lincoln Need to Become Powerhouses of Technology to Succeed
The importance of Cheyney and Lincoln universities was highlighted recently at the United Negro College Fund’s inaugural Philadelphia Leaders Luncheon, writes John Mitchell for The…











































