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Alabama State University quarterback Andrew Body is the newest member of the Beta Zeta Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. Body and several other football players joined the fraternity this past weekend. He is number 31 on the line and was given the name “BodyRocks.” The Beta Zeta Chapter was the first Kappa Alpha […]

On a recent episode of the Higher Learning podcast, former Bachelorette star and attorney Rachel Lindsay shared her thoughts on the tragic death of Southern University student Caleb Wilson and the Divine Nine. Lindsay, who is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., says that D9 sororities and fraternities should be removed from college […]

Florida A&M University alumna Anika Noni Rose has broken her silence following the cancellation of Tiana, the animated musical series offshoot of the popular Disney movie The Princess and the Frog. Rose is the voice behind the iconic Princess Tiana. Princess Tiana is Disney’s first Black princess. In 2020, Disney announced the project. Rose was […]

“Deep Azure,” a stage play written by the late Chadwick Boseman, is coming to Howard University for one night only. Fellow Howard alum Phylicia Rashad will serve as a creative consultant for the event, which will take place at the Howard Theatre on March 27 at 7:30 p.m. and be directed by NSangou Njikam, a […]

The HBCU First LOOK Film Festival is returning to Howard University for the 3rd year in a row. With the goal to “Elevate Future Storytellers” the festival has added its new Global Impact category for participants to submit films. Submissions opened March 5 and will be accepted through August 28. The festival’s reach is increased […]

The unsanctioned fraternity ritual that likely killed Southern University student Caleb Wilson has been revealed. According to a warrant obtained by police, Wilson and other pledges of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. were instructed to meet at a warehouse in Baton Rouge and change into grey sweatpants.  The pledges were then lined up and punched […]

Throughout his life, Jaden Lucas Miller, a student at North Carolina A&T University, has always had a talent for acting.. Growing up, he attended the Raleigh Little Theatre and the North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre. Now a college freshman, Miller has landed a role on the CBS soap opera “Beyond The Gates.” “I have […]

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) rejected the university’s appeal earlier this week.In the interim, Saint Augustine announced they are going to push for a 90-day arbitration process to ensure students graduating in May 2025 graduate from an accredited university. “We have made substantial progress and are confident that our […]

Texas Congressman Al Green is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. Representative Al Green recently captured attention by interrupting President Donald Trump’s address to Congress. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. released a statement in support of Rep. Green: “Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. applauds Alpha Brother Rep. Al Green’s courage and conviction to […]

Earlier this week, Amber Rose made an appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast. While on the podcast, she spoke on the notorious fight between her and Joseline Hernandez that happened during Season 2 of College Hill: Celebrity Edition, which took place at Alabama State University. According to Rose, Hernandez wanted a sexual relationship […]

Last month, Morehouse College alum and Atlanta Falcons part-owner Rashaun Williams pledged to donate his entire salary for the next four years to Morehouse. In a recent interview, Williams explains why he chose to donate his entire salary to his alma mater. Williams and fellow Morehouse alum Bryan Rand were both honored with the Benny […]

Southern University has halted membership intake for all Greek-lettered organizations following the death of Caleb Wilson. Wilson was pledging the Beta Sigma chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. when he died during an unsanctioned fraternity ritual. On Tuesday, Southern University released a statement obtained by WAFB surrounding Wilson’s death. Hazing is a direct violation […]

Late last month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture temporarily suspended the 1890 National Scholars Program. This scholarship provides substantial financial support to students attending land-grant HBCUs. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has since resumed the scholarship program. Prior to the suspension, 16 HBCU students from Virginia State University had already received the comprehensive scholarships, per […]

New information surrounding the tragic death of Southern University Caleb Wilson has been released. According to recent reports, members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. allegedly lied to police about where the death of Williams took place. It was originally reported that Wilson and other pledges were in a park at the time of his […]

Neo-Soul singer Angie Stone sadly passed away early Saturday morning in a fatal car accident in Montgomery, Alabama. Stone was on her way to perform at the CIAA Tournament in Baltimore, Maryland. In addition to have a long successful music career that spanned more than 40 years, Stone was also a member of Zeta Phi […]

Former Florida A&M University Athletic Director Tiffani-Dawn Sykes is returning to her alma mater as Virginia State University has named her as the new Associate Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics. Since graduating from Virginia State in 2001, In her new position, Sykes brings over 20 years of experience in collegiate athletics. “I am honored to […]

The Spelman College location of Slutty Vegan is officially closed following a student poll conducted by the college’s dining advisory board. The restaurant officially closed on February 26 and will be replaced with a Twisted Taco location. The announcement was made just one day before the restaurant closed in a post on Instagram. Spelman College […]

Livingstone College in Salisbury, North Carolina, has received yet another $10 million gift from an anonymous donor, making it the second multimillion donation to the university just this year. This generous donation will continue to support the university’s mission to improve campus amenities and on-campus living conditions for students. “We are humbled that Livingstone received […]

North Carolina A&T University has launched a new program to help boost the enrollment of Black male students at HBCUs. The Male Empowerment Network, or Aggie M.E.N., offers events and mentorship centered around the welfare of Black men at North Carolina A&T. Male students are eligible to enroll in the program both at the start […]

The NAACP is honoring former Vice President Kamala Harris during the 2025 NAACP Image Awards with the Chairman’s Award. The award honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional public service and use their positions to implement significant change. Previous award recipients include Samuel L. Jackson, Tyler Perry, Danny Glover, Ruby Dee, Amanda Gorman, Rev. James Lawson, […]

Last week, Hampton University joined Virginia State University as the newest HBCU to attain Research 2 (R2) status by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Hampton University now joins 139 institutions nationwide, including less than 15 HBCUs, that have achieved this status. The university has met several strict requirements to achieve R2 status, […]

Virginia State University is the newest HBCU to join the list of R2-designated institutions, which includes over 130 institutions nationwide and less than 15 HBCUs. The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education grants this esteemed classification to universities that produce a large number of doctorate degrees and engage in a high level of research. […]

As a part of its 2025 Male Initiative Week, the Office of Student Activities and Leadership Development at Alabama A&M University is hosting “The Kings Roundtable” event with special guest actor Corey Hardrict. The event follows this year’s theme, “Kings of the Future,” “which emphasizes personal development, leadership, and brotherhood among male students.” This week […]

Last year, Tennessee State University alumni raised more than $600,000 to lower the student account balances and debts for graduating seniors. The university started the end-of-year “Close The Cap” campaign back in December. Tennessee State alumni Amos and Brenda Otis matched every dollar raised on Giving Tuesday. “As an alumnus myself, I am extremely proud […]

After losing the bid to host the CIAA basketball tournaments to Baltimore, the city of Charlotte plans to bid for hosting the CIAA from 2027-2029. Charlotte was the host site of the tournaments from 2006 to 2020 until Baltimore outbid them in 2019 for the rights. “It is with great respect and appreciation for the […]

During this year’s NBA All-Star Weekend, the 2025 HBCU Classic will feature a series of events geared toward the HBCU community. The events will include various celebrations, entertainment, and career development opportunities. The 2025 HBCU Classic continues to highlight the league’s dedication to honoring the culture and traditions of HBCUs while giving HBCU students access […]

Prairie View A&M University has lost its HBCU homecoming opponent for the 2025 season after North American University announced that they have cut its football program. This decision was made by North American University’s Board of Trustees in hopes of shifting the university’s focus to other areas. “This was a difficult decision, backed by the […]

Nightcap hosts Shannon Sharpe and Chad Ochocinco donated $50,000 to Southern University’s Human Jukebox marching band following the band’s Live Super Bowl Show performance this past weekend. The hosts encouraged viewers to donate to the band in addition to making donations of their own. “I’m going to be the first to donate. I’m going to […]

Hall of Fame sportswriter Rob Parker is bringing the Black Sportswriters Hall of Fame to North Carolina A&T. The occasion will be commenced with an inaugural induction ceremony this upcoming April. The ceremony scheduled for April 12, 2025, at 6 p.m. is in partnership with North Carolina A&T’s student chapters of the National Association of […]

Several athletic programs at Talladega College have been cut due to a lack of resources to sustain all the programs. The college will be cutting the men’s volleyball, acrobatics and tumbling, men’s and women’s golf, and men’s and women’s indoor track programs. The college made this decision based on a “comprehensive analysis of the resources […]

Fisk University junior Morgan Price can once again add history maker to her resume. She has become the first gymnast from an HBCU to earn a perfect score in women’s collegiate gymnastics. Price earned a perfect score for her bar routine in a tri meet at Temple University. Price won the judges over with her […]

Alabama State University alumna Dr. China Jude has been named president of Business Operations by the Motor City Cruise. Motor City Cruise is an NBA G League affiliate of the Detroit Pistons. Jude graduated from Alabama State with a degree in broadcast journalism. After being honorably discharged from the U.S. Naval Reserves, she later earned […]

The CBS soap opera ‘Beyond the Gates’ is giving students from Georgia-based HBCUs a chance to enter a contest to win a walk-on role on the daytime drama. The announcement comes less than three weeks from the show’s premiere episode. “In addition to launching a groundbreaking series, we, and CBS, wanted to offer an aspirational […]

Tennis phenomenon Coco Gauff donated $100,000 to the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) to provide tennis scholarships for students at HBCUs. UNCF announced earlier this week that they will administer the Coco Gauff Scholarship Program. “My family has a deep-rooted history with HBCUs, going all the way back to my great-great-grandfather. From aunts and uncles […]

After dropping his new song ‘4×4,’ Travis Scott is looking for an HBCU to perform with at Coachella. Scott took to X to announce that any HBCU that tries their hand at the horn arrangement on ‘4×4’ could potentially perform with him at Coachella. He also added he will potentially help with expenses for a […]

During their recent performance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, the Southern University Human Jukebox marching band announced that they will be performing during the pregame show during the Super Bowl. This is the band’s tenth Super Bowl appearance. “This means so much to the students after all they’ve been through this year,” Taylor said. “The […]

For the first time in 35 years, Tennessee State University will no longer play in the Southern Heritage Classic. Interim President Dwayne Tucker shared the news in a meeting with alumni last week. During the meeting, President Tucker shared that the university was not offered enough money from the promoter to accept a new contract. […]

Classes are officially in session on Hillman Tok! North Carolina A&T University professor Dr. Leah Barlow kicked off the movement when she posted the coursework to her African American studies class on TikTok, and many professors began to follow suit. This movement soon became known as #TikTokUniversity. After seeing an influx of Black professors sharing […]

Earlier this week a fatal plane crash right outside of Washington D.C. occurred when an American Airlines flight collided with an Army Black Hawk helicopter near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. All 67 passengers on American Airlines flight 5342 sadly lost their lives; among the lives lost was Kiah Duggins, a civil rights attorney and […]