Morris Brown College reinstated President Kevin James days after a sudden board removal, saying the separation did not comply with contractual and procedural requirements. The board’s reversal came after public outcry and internal contention; James had led the small HBCU through accreditation recovery and enrollment growth since 2019. The statement from the board acknowledged governance lapses and pledged to address workplace culture and concerns about retaliation. James framed the resolution as a chance to 'begin the healing journey' and focus on an imminent accreditation‑reaffirmation review. The episode illustrates the governance fragility at smaller, mission‑driven institutions where leadership turnover can imperil accreditation, fundraising and student confidence—making clear why boards and presidents must align on process and succession planning.