The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $400,000 Project Grant under the STEM Education program (CFDA 47.076) to Prairie View A&M University, a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), for the "Advancing Semiconductor Education through Expansion and Diversification (ASEED)" initiative. This collaborative effort between three HBCU partners aims to enhance semiconductor research and education, addressing challenges faced by minority-serving institutions. The project focuses on developing curriculum and training programs in three key areas: 2D semiconductor nanomaterials, AI chip design, and GaN-based ultra-wide band gap semiconductor devices. It will provide faculty training, establish graduate pathways, and implement a culturally responsive framework to foster diversity and inclusion in the semiconductor workforce. The award period is from August 2024 to June 2026, and the project is supported by additional funding from the HBCU Undergraduate Program and the Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation.