Bank of America donates to Paine College

Paine College’s innovative efforts to support advanced learning has received additional support with a nearly $65,000 grant from Bank of America.
The private, historically Black college had to change how it delivered instruction in the classroom during the pandemic by utilizing Blackboard Collaborate for virtual instruction. This grant will allow Paine to integrate new Hybrid Interactive SMART technology with Blackboard Collaborate to produce a more stimulating and engaging learning experience.
“We are pleased to be working with Bank of America to facilitate technology that will heighten instruction and student experiences in the classroom,” said Dr. Cheryl Evans Jones, president of Paine College. “The first of its kind at Paine, the HiSMART Classroom will help to improve student retention and success.”
The $65,000 grant is part of the…