Dr. Agenia Clark
Coverage of Dr. Agenia Clark in the Nexus archive.
- Fisk town hall addresses community concerns about proposed data center
Fisk University's proposed data center as part of its 'Quantum Leap' project sparked community concerns at a town hall in North Nashville, with critics arguing Black neighborhoods face disproportionate environmental risks. University President Dr. Agenia Clark emphasized the facility's LEED certification and distinction from a controversial zoo-area data center, while attendees raised questions about funding and transparency.
- Fisk University President Takes on Data Center Questions at North Nashville Town Hall
Fisk University President Dr. Agenia Clark addressed community concerns about a proposed data center at a town hall hosted by Lee Chapel AME Church and the NAACP. The city also faces opposition to a separate data center near the Nashville Zoo, with Mayor Freddie O’Connell announcing plans to condemn the property for city use, prompting potential legal challenges from DC Blox.
- Heated town hall over Fisk University's proposed data center raises new questions
Residents, alumni, and community leaders attended a Fisk University town hall to question President Dr. Agenia Clark about concerns related to a proposed data center, including noise, energy use, environmental impacts, and effects on surrounding neighborhoods.
- Fisk University president says ‘misinformation’ driving pushback about proposed data center
Fisk University's proposed data center, part of a billion-dollar 'Quantum Leap' project, faces opposition from community members and alumni due to concerns about environmental impact. University President Dr. Agenia Clark attributes the backlash to misinformation and emphasizes the facility's LEED certification and efforts to avoid harming neighbors.