The American Geophysical Union (AGU), one of the leading science organizations in the world, has elected Dr. Brandon Jones as its first Black president according to Forbes. Dr Jones graduated from Lincoln University, a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) with a degree in biology. He also has a master’s degree and a doctorate in Marine Sciences from the University of Delaware. AGU’s first Black president Speaking with Forbes, Dr Jones says his vision for the AGU is to “continue to develop the elements of future adaptiveness and maintain a