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After months of negotiations, the deal between Miles College and the purchase of the Birmingham Southern College campus has come to an end. The purchase agreement between the two colleges ended early this week. Miles College released a statement on the matter. “While we are certainly disappointed by the pause in our efforts to acquire […]

Winston-Salem State University alumni raised almost $300,000 during their homecoming weekend. Alumni raised a grand total of $287,963.97 for the North Carolina HBCU. During Founder’s Day Convocation, Winston-Salem State University National Alumni Association President Reggie McCaskill gave Chancellor Bonita Brown a $100,000 check, which was the high point of the homecoming celebrations. The purpose of […]

After taking a leave of absence, Spelman College President Dr. Helene Gayle has stepped down from her postion. Dr. Gayle took a personal leave of absence effective immediately last month for undisclosed reasons, according to the college. In an announcement late last week, the college shared the news that Dr. Gayle would not be returning […]

After graduation, we often ask, Was our degree really worth it? It’s a known fact that it doesn’t matter if you went to a private or public school; college can be expensive. A study done by OnlineU explores which HBCUs offer students the best return on their investment (ROI). Overall enrollment at HBCUs experienced significant […]

It’s been almost a month since Vice President Kamala Harris lost the 2024 election and conceded on the campus of Howard University. Many are wondering what the next move is for the current vice president. Will she run again in 2028, or will she return to her home state of California? Harris has made a […]

OutKast rapper Big Boi showed his son Cross Patton some love this past weekend at the Florida Classic. Patton, a running back for Bethune-Cookman University played in his final collegiate game. Florida A&M University beat Bethune-Cookman 41-38 in the Florida Classic. In a post on X, Big Boi spoke on Patton’s football journey and acknowledged […]

North Carolina A&T University is set to be the first school in the state of North Carolina to offer an undergraduate degree in artificial intelligence (AI). The program was approved by the UNC System Board of Governors earlier this week. Some universities in the state offer AI as a concentration in their computer science programs, […]

Former Georgia State Representative sbd gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams joined students on the campus of Howard University for a post-election discussion to talk about what the future holds for them following the 2024 presidential election. Abrams is the university’s inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics. The event, which was held […]

With its impressive dedication to student-athlete success shown by the NCAA Graduation Success Rate, Jackson State University is once again in the news. Leading all HBCUs, Jackson State has an outstanding overall GSR of 87%, placing it among the best in the country. This year’s study focused on four Jackson State teams—women’s tennis, softball, women’s […]

Married to Medicine star Dr. Jackie Walters will serve as the keynote speaker at the 179th Commencement Ceremony at Elizabeth City State University. 243 students are set to graduate in this year’s fall commencement ceremony. As an expert in women’s health care, Dr. Walters has devoted more than 20 years to obstetrics and gynecology. For […]

Texas based HBCU Paul Quinn College has received a generous $1.5 million grant from the T.D. Jakes Foundation along with Wells Fargo. With this donation, Paul Quinn will create innovative campus housing in addition to a mixed-use community development model. With the goal of enhancing the campus and the surrounding community, the grant will start […]

The parents of La’Tavion Johnson, the 18-year-old student killed during homecoming festivities at Tuskegee University, have filed a lawsuit against the university. They have filed a wrongful death suit against the university and security officials. In a lawsuit filed in Macon County earlier this week named Tuskegee University, former university Police Chief Terrance Calloway; International […]

Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving has a long history of supporting HBCUs. He’s made many financial overtures to black colleges in recent years but possibly Irving’s biggest act of support is hiring an HBCU alumna as his agent. Irving’s stepmother, Shetellia Riley Irving, is his new agent. She is an alum of Dillard University in […]

HBCU North Carolina Central University freshman Gemaeka Smith has hired an attorney in search of answers after being shot in the thigh during HBCU homecoming weekend. Smith’s attorney, Sho Watson, says that once they figure out who is responsible for the shooting, they will do what needs to be done to hold them accountable. Following […]

Texas Southern student rapper Lil JSean has joined season two of the Netflix original series Rhythm+Flow, per a statement by the popular streamer. The Houston native made the announcement on his Instagram earlier this month. JSean is one of 33 new contestants this season. This season, 33 contestants will compete for a grand prize of […]

Ray “Misster Ray” Cunningham has been initiated as a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. The two-time Virginia State University alum and former ‘College Hill’ joined the Eta Pi Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha in Pasadena, California. Cunningham is an award-winning producer, host, author, actor, and TV personality. He made his TV debut […]

Howard University alumna Christie Dashiell has earned her first Grammy nomination for Best Jazz Vocal Album. Dashiell, a talented vocalist and composer, earned her nomination for her album “Journey in Black.” Her sound is described as a blend of jazz, rhythm and blues, gospel, and soul. Dashiell made the exciting announcement on her Instagram this […]

Just as the Theatre Department at Dillard University celebrated its 90th anniversary, they announced their partnership with Emmy Award-winning composer Elvin Ross. Ross, who is a native of Louisiana and the CEO/Founder of the E. Ross Studios School of Film Television, is leading a cutting-edge academic project that has the potential to completely transform the […]

Jay-Z’s Shawn Carter Foundation, with help from Toyota Motor North America, is launching the Champions for Financial Legacy (CFFL) program next spring. The program will offer a financial curriculum based on real-world applications. Lincoln University, Norfolk State University, and Virginia State University students will benefit from the program. The program, which was created in partnership […]

Virginia State University has named Felicia Johnson as Interim Athletic Director. This decision comes a month after the death of former Virginia State Associate Vice President of Athletics, Peggy Davis. The university appointed Johnson to the position effective immediately. Johnson joined the athletics department at Virginia State in 2021. She previously held positions as the […]

The victim who died during the mass shooting at Tuskegee University during the university’s 100th homecoming celebration has now been identified.18-year-old LaTavion Johnson has been identified as the victim. Many sources say Johnson died saving others from gunfire. Many say ‘he’s a hero in his own way.’ Johnson died last week following a shooting during […]

A suspect has been identified in the fatal shooting that took place at Tuskegee University during the university’s homecoming weekend. Jacquez Myrick has been named the suspect in the shooting. 16 people were injured, with 18-year-old La’Tavion Johnson being the only fatality. Myrick is a native of Montgomery and is not a student at the […]

This past weekend I returned to Howard University for the second annual HBCU First LOOK Film Festival. The purpose of the three-day event was to honor HBCU students and alumni in the film industry and to highlight Black filmmakers at HBCUs. Students were given the opportunity to network and learn at the festival, which included […]

This year marks 102 years of sisterhood, leadership, and service for the women of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. These ladies have lived up to their motto, “Greater Service, Greater Progress,” through their numerous national initiatives and positive contributions to their communities. In honor of Founder’s Day, here are five notable women of SGRho. Hattie […]

An HBCU student has been released from jail after the road rage charges against him were dropped by the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office. Clark Atlanta University student Ladavious McNair had been held in custody at the Fulton County Jail with multiple charges, including aggravated assault and battery. McNair was arrested on October 2 in […]

Vice President Kamala Harris returned to her alma mater, Howard University, to deliver her concession speech. Harris conceded the election to Donald Trump after losing the 2024 presidential election this week. Many Harris supporters were disappointed by the outcome, but during her speech she urged them to “continue the fight that fueled this campaign.” “Let […]

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. has released a statement on Vice President Kamala Harris historic presidential run. The organization released the statement via the school’s official Instagram page. Here is the full statement from Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated proudly congratulates our Divine Nine sister, Vice President Kamala Harris, on […]

Alabama A&M University linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. remains hospitalized after suffering a severe head injury during a game last month. Burnett was injured during a game against Alabama State University on October 26. His family has since started a GoFundMe account to help cover medical expenses and housing for his family while he recovers. “He […]

President Joe Biden presented the National Humanities Medal to Ruth J. Simmons, the eighth president of Prairie View A&M University and the first female president in the school’s history, at a White House event. The award recognizes people who have made significant contributions to history and cultural access that have improved our knowledge of the […]

BET is set to air the 2nd annual HBCU Honors next month. The ceremony will celebrate prominent HBCU alumni. Will Packer, Fantasia Burrino, and Hezekiah Walker will be honored. Comedian and Fisk University alum Kim Whitley will be the host. Howard University will host the ceremony on November 14 in the Cramton Auditorium. “Hosting HBCU […]

Howard University is one step closer to achieving Research-1. Howard will have greater access to research money as well as recruiting top-tier professors due to its R-1 status. The university will officially be granted R-1 status this upcoming spring. New Carnegie Classification criteria have made the path to R-1 status easier to achieve. To be […]

Florida A&M University has created the George and Alice Thompson endowed scholarship after receiving a $115,000 gift from Tola Thompson. The scholarship was created to have a significant, long-lasting, beneficial influence on Florida A&M athletics and the experience of student-athletes. Thompson donated the funds to her parents, George “Godfather” and Alice Thompson, who ties to […]

During their homecoming last week, Spelman College honored actress LaTanya Richardson-Jackson and her husband, actor Samuel L. Jackson, with the opening of the newly renovated performing arts center named after them. The couple met in 1970 as students at Spelman and Morehouse College. “Sam and I are continually invested in the success of Spelman College […]

It is official, Vice President Kamala Harris will use her alma mater, Howard University, as an headquarters on election night. This news comes right after more than 75,000 people joined Harris last night for her speech on Ellipse. Harris received a degree in political science and economics from Howard University in 1986. In addition to […]

Nike launched its #Yardrunners initiative back in 2020 with the goal of recognizing HBCU alumni who “ran the yard” and had a significant influence on their campus. The campaign has since persisted by releasing a number of HBCU-themed collections every year, which include clothing and footwear that honor HBCUs. The newest release are sneakers in […]

Billboard named Howard University and Tennessee State University as two of the top music business schools in the country. The Howard University Warner Music. Blavatnik Center for Music Business is known for its distinctive curriculum, which combines significant social justice activities with standard music business courses. While the Tennessee State University Commercial Music Program provides […]

Yeah Glo! Grammy-nominated rapper GloRilla is set to perform at the Honda Battle of Bands in 2025. The Honda Battle of the Battles is the top showcase for HBCU bands in the country. For the first time in 19 years, the Honda Battle of Battles Invitational Showcase will be held on the west coast. GloRilla […]

The second annual HBCU First LOOK Film Festival is less than two weeks away. As the festival approaches, Miles Ahead Entertainment has unveiled some of the events and celebrity guests for the festival. The HBCU First LOOK Film Festival is the brainchild of Howard University alumna Shelia Eldridge. Earlier this month, the festival announced that […]

Renowned author and poet Nikki Giovanni hosted Virginia State University’s second Triennial James Arthur Baldwin International Symposium as the Artist-In-Residence. “This event not only celebrates the profound legacy of one of the most influential literary and cultural figures of the 20th century but also provides an invaluable space for thought-provoking discourse, reflection, and collaboration among […]