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NFL great and current Fox Sports NFL analyst Michael Vick has been hired as the next head coach of Norfolk State University, per multiple reports. The move follows reports that Sacramento State University looked to secure his services, touting FBS ambitions and an expansive NIL budget. The chatter of Vick being in the running to […]

Morgan State University’s Earl G. Graves School of Business and Management, also known as the Graves School, was ranked 60th in the country on Bloomberg Businessweek’s 2024-2025 Best B-Schools list. Morgan State was the only HBCU to make the list. The Graves School is named after Morgan State alumnus and BLACK ENTERPRISE Magazine founder, Earl […]

Fox Sports NFL analyst and former football great Michael Vick has caused a stir in the college football world as he’s been linked to two open head coaching positions Reports emerged this week linking Vick to the head coaching vacancy at Sacramento State, with Sacramento State President J. Luke Wood confirming discussions with the former […]

Trayvis Hunter, the younger brother of Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter, has taken the first big step in his own football journey. The Effingham County High School sophomore wide receiver announced Monday on X (formerly Twitter) that he received his first college offer from Eddie George and Tennessee State University. “Blessed to receive my 1st […]

Following his Heisman trophy victory on Saturday, Travis Hunter responded to the online criticisms of his girlfriend Leanna Lenee. During his emotional acceptance speech, Hunter thanked Lenee and his mother, crediting their unwavering support throughout his career. “First, I want to thank my fiancée and my mother,” Hunter said. “They’ve been with me since the […]

Former NFL star and current Fox Sports analyst Michael Vick has attracted interest from two FCS programs looking to bring him on as their next head coach. Earlier today, Michael Sauls and David Teel of the Virginian Pilot reported that Vick has interviewed for the position as the next head coach of Norfolk State University, […]

WWE’s Saturday Night Main Event featured a compelling nod to HBCU pride courtesy of WWE superstar Michin. She proudly represented her alma mater, Virginia Union University, prior to her historic match against Chelsea Green. The match aired live on NBC, as the two faced off to become the first Women’s United States Champion. Making her […]

Colorado star Travis Hunter won the 2024 Heisman Trophy in what will be remembered as one of the smallest margins of victory in the history of the award. Hunter and Boise State star Ashton Jeanty were seen as the favorites in the Heisman race throughout the season, as both delivered historic performances every time they […]

Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter won the 2024 Heisman trophy this evening and he paid homage to his HBCU roots while doing so. Hunter made history as the first Heisman Trophy winner to have played the FCS level and the first winner to have come from an HBCU. “I thank all my brothers through college, […]

New FIU head coach Willie Simmons weighed in on Jackson State winning the 2024 Cricket Celebration Bowl 28-7 over South Carolina State. Simmons recently led the Florida A&M Rattlers to a SWAC Championship and Celebration Bowl victory last season, breaking the MEAC’s five-game winning streak in the contest. “Congratulations to Jackson State and HC T.C. […]

The 2024 Cricket Celebration Bowl delivered a dominant performance from Jackson State, who claimed a 28-7 victory over South Carolina State on Saturday. The win marked a significant milestone for head coach T.C. Taylor, his first since taking over the program from Deion Sanders in 2022. However, one of the game’s most memorable moments came […]

Rajah Caruth, a rising NASCAR star, graduated today from Winston-Salem State University (WSSU), earning his degree in motorsports management. Caruth joined nearly 600 other graduates at the university’s Fall Commencement Ceremony, held at the Lawrence J. Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Caruth, a promising talent in stock car racing, was drawn to WSSU because of its unique […]

North Carolina Central(NCCU) defensive lineman Darius “Juju” Williams announced he will declare for the 2025 NFL, UFL, and CFL drafts. The senior took to social media to thank his teammates and share his decision. “First, I want to thank my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, for blessing me with this gift and guiding me every […]

Following South Carolina State’s dominant 31-10 victory over Jackson State in the 2021 Celebration Bowl, Cobie Durant told a story about an encounter he had in the mall. “Another thing I’d say is that we had a little free time to go around Atlanta. I was in the mall with my teammates and the people […]

U.S. Air Force Lieutenant and Florida A&M University graduate Briona Carswell will make history as the first student from Florida A&M set to graduate from the new Department of Materials Science and Engineering. This department is a partnership between both Florida A&M and Florida State University’s College of Engineering. “I’m just grateful for the opportunity, […]

In a recent interview on the podcast The Pivot, Colorado star Travis Hunter revisited what sparked his HBCU journey to Jackson State University. The Heisman Trophy finalist told the hosts of The Pivot that he initially didn’t want to go to Jackson State, but it was former head coach Deion Sanders who convinced him to […]

The CIAA is suspending Saint Augustine’s University’s HBCU athletic conference membership indefinitely due to their recent financial and operational struggles. The decision was rendered during the conference’s annual fall Board of Directors meeting on December 3-4 in Richmond, Virginia, and was confirmed in a statement. “The Board approved the indefinite suspension of Saint Augustine’s University, […]

When Florida International University began its 2024 head coaching search, they were looking for the ultimate winner, and Willie Simmons is just that. The FIU Panthers announced their hiring of Simmons on December 7th, shortly after the end of the CFB regular season. Simmons’ hire comes as a splash move for a football program that […]

It is the ninth annual Cricket Celebration Bowl as Jackson State faces Souther Carolina State. It is time to continue our college football odds series with a Jackson State-South Carolina State Cricket Celebration Bowl prediction and pick. Jackson State-South Carolina State Last Game – Matchup History Jackson State comes into the game sitting at 11-2 […]

North Carolina Central University received a $1 million grant from Google.org to fund the very first HBCU AI Institute in the country. The grant is a part of a new program that encourages students to pursue career fields in artificial intelligence. Up to 200 students will receive mentoring and research support from it. “This partnership […]

After serving as interim president of Tennessee State University for approximately four months, Dr. Ronald Johnson has resigned from the position. His abrupt resignation comes as tensions surrounding the university’s financial issues continue to rise. Johnson’s resignation takes effect this Friday. Johnson was appointed to the position on July 1 by the Tennessee State University […]

Charles Huff is leaving Marshall University to become the next head football coach at Southern Mississippi, hoping to continue building on his successful coaching career. Huff, who was named Marshall’s head coach on Jan. 17, 2021, has led the Thundering Herd to a 16-10 record over two seasons, with two bowl appearances. In 2022, he […]

Hampton University has received a generous $750,000 donation from Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a Fortune 500 leading technology and innovation company.  This donation, announced on December 3, 2024, will support students and faculty across several areas, including the School of Science, the School of Engineering, and the School of Liberal Arts and Education. It will also […]

Jerry Mack is building out his coaching staff for the Kennesaw State Owls following his hire to the team earlier this month. The former North Carolina Central head coach and Jacksonville Jaguars assistant is building a formidable staff that looks to bring success to the Owls as they find their footing in the FBS. Mack […]

Florida International University (FIU) made a splash in the college football world with their hire of former Florida A&M coach Willie Simmons as their new coach, signing him to a four-year deal following the departure of Mike McIntyre. Simmons, who comes to FIU after a successful run with the Rattlers, has received widespread praise from […]

Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack Foundation will host the much-anticipated 3rd Annual HBCU Celebrity Softball Classic at Minute Maid Park in Houston on February 13, per MLB. This exciting event, in collaboration with Project H.E.A.L., aims to bring together a star-studded lineup of athletes, entertainers, and influencers to celebrate Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Tickets […]

Emmy Award-winning actor Courtney B. Vance is set to deliver the keynote address at the Morehouse School of Medicine’s Winter Commencement Ceremony, the university announced yesterday. The ceremony will take place on Friday, December 13, at the Martin Luther King, Jr. International Chapel at Morehouse College. “My admiration of the Morehouse School of Medicine academic […]

Well-known poet, educator, public speaker, and author Nikki Giovanni has sadly passed away at age 81. Giovanni’s work was known for discussing topics from race and social issues, space travel, mortality, and children’s literature. Many people recognized Giovanni as one of the greatest Black poets of our time. Giovanni was a Fisk University alumna. Following […]

Amazon MGM Studios has teamed up with the Entertainment Industry College Outreach program (EICOP) to create a more inclusive and fair talent pipeline that includes HBCU students and other underrepresented groups. Through this partnership, EICOP will be able to continue its effort of bringing different points of view to the table by offering paid internships […]

Fort Valley State University’s Athletic Director Daphnie Johnson announced the departure of head football coach Shawn Gibbs, who recently accepted the position as the 23rd head coach at North Carolina A&T State University. In a statement released Friday, Johnson expressed gratitude for Gibbs’ three years at the helm of the Wildcats football program. “After three […]

The Virginia State University Trojan Explosion Marching Band has been invited to compete in the ESPN HBCU Band of the Year National Championship. They were ranked as the top HBCU band in the Division II category in the country. The ESPN HBCU Band of the Year National Championship is on Friday, December 13, at Mercedes-Benz […]

Jackson State clinched the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC)Championship with a commanding 41-13 victory over Southern University on Saturday. The win marks Jackson State’s third SWAC title in the past four years and the first for head coach T.C. Taylor, who took over the program after Deion Sanders’ departure. The Tigers (11-2) have now won nine […]

A historic season continues for Eric Phoenix and the South Carolina State Bulldogs. On Monday morning, Stats Perform and HBCU+ named South Carolina State quarterback Eric Phoenix as their 2024 National Player of the Year — making him the first player to ever win the award. Phoenix was selected by an eight-voter panel from 10 […]

Wilberforce University is making history as Ohio’s first HBCU to launch a gymnastics team this January. The Lady Bulldogs are gearing up for their first competition, stepping into a role representing progress and perseverance for the university and the sport. With this launch, Wilberforce became only the third HBCU in the nation to establish a […]

Grambling State University Lady Tigers are one of the best programs in HBCU basketball but coach Courtney Simmons wasn’t pleased after her team’s 100-54 loss to LSU, one of the top teams in the nation. HBCU programs often play money games against bigger programs to help with their athletic budget, with the practice being seen […]

The Virginia Union University Gospel Choir performed with Grammy-award-winning singer Fantasia and hip-hop icon MC Lyte at the second annual HBCU Honors. The choir performance led by Virginia Union Gospel Choir Director Joel T. Lester aired on BET on December 1. “It’s a huge honor to be chosen, especially considering the many amazing choirs within […]

Former Deion Sanders Jackson State standout Jeremiah Brown is leaving Colorado and is entering the transfer portal, per a report by Hayes Fawcett of On3. Brown was one of the many players to leave Jackson State once Sanders departed the program to lead Colorado. Brown, a standout player for the Tigers, initially flipped his commitment […]

Brittney Griner’s wife, Cherelle Griner, recently became a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. last month. Griner showed ove to her wife of five years for her monumental achievement via her Threads account. “Baby when i say Bash and myself are so proud of you. I cant wait to support you during this life […]

Florida International University (FIU) is entering a new era as they’ve announced Willie Simmons as the next head coach of the football program. The news of Simmons securing a four-year contract to lead the Panthers was broken by ESPN’s Pete Thamel on Saturday morning and the athletics department officially confirmed the hire hours later. In […]