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One thing is certain as the leaves start to turn and the weather drops: HBCU homecoming season has arrived! HBCUs have been well-known for their exciting homecoming events that bring alumni, students, and members of the community together throughout the nation. These festivities highlight the rich customs and distinctive cultures of each HBCU, with everything from step shows and parades […]

Jamiah Alexander found herself at a pivotal moment, and Deion Sanders helped her find the right path. Now a senior at Jackson State University, Alexander reflects on the guidance she received from the former JSU football coach. During a recent investigative journalism summit at Clark Atlanta University, which brought together HBCU students from across the […]

Former North Carolina Central University football standout Brandon Codrington had an impressive Week One performance with the Buffalo Bills.  Codrington, who was previously with the New York Jets before being traded to the Bills, showcased his return skills during his debut with Buffalo. He returned a kickoff for 53 yards before being tackled out of […]

During last night’s presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump, ABC News journalist Linsey Davis served as a moderator alongside David Muir. Davis and Harris are sorors, as she is also a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Davis crossed the Theta Kappa chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha during […]

Last month, the International President of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc., Chris V. Rey, JD, was inaugurated as the 20th President of Barber-Scotia College on August 24. A veteran and lawyer, Rey takes on the leadership role at a critical time with the goal of regaining the historically Black college’s accreditation following years of hardship. […]

There wasn’t a lot to discuss from Arkansas’s 70-0 Week One victory over the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, but Razorbacks runningback Ja’Quinden Jackson certainly had a moment that has been talked about in the college football world. Jackson scored a touchdown on a toss play to put Arkansas up 20-0. Instead of doing […]

The Atlanta Falcons have signed former HBCU football standout Brandon Parker to their roster, per a statement by the team on Tuesday. Parker is a North Carolina A&T alumnus who has played multiple years in the NFL as an offensive tackle. Parker played at North Carolina A&T from 2013-2017 and was apart of the 2015 […]

New rankings highlight the top 500 universities in America, with 14 HBCUs earning spots, including eight public institutions. The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse rankings focus on how effectively colleges set students up for financial success. WSJ explains that the rankings evaluate “how well each college sets graduates up for financial success … how much a […]

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated has issued a response to Donald Trump calling the organization’s June Boulé a “sorority party” in last night’s Presidential Debate. The comment came as Trump and Democratic Presidential nominee Kamala Haris spoke about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Trump alleged that Harris avoided seeing Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin […]

Former North Carolina A&T and Boston College defensive tackle Caleb Jones is hanging up his cleats. Jones announced his retirement from the game of football in a heartfelt Instagram post shared Sunday, 5-foot-11, 315-pound redshirt sophomore Jones expressed deep gratitude for the game of football, thanking friends and family for their support. “Football has done […]

Eddie George and the Tennessee State Tigers traveled to Bison country to face North Dakota State. The matchup concluded with a score of 52-3. Despite Tennessee State’s efforts, they fell short in a challenging contest. The game showcased a fierce battle between the defensive lines. In the first half, TSU effectively shut down much of […]

North Carolina A&T is making headlines again this fall with a record-breaking enrollment of 14,311 students. The university received over 47,000 applications, helping it maintain steady growth.  Since 2013, when A&T had 10,561 students, enrollment has increased each year. This year’s numbers are up by more than 3% from last fall, keeping A&T on track […]

Chennis Berry, in his first season as head coach of the South Carolina State Bulldogs, led the team to its first victory of the 2024 season. Berry was hired after Oliver “Buddy” Pough retired at the end of the 2023 season. Pough, who had been head coach of the bulldogs since 2002, is the winningest […]

First-year head coach Mickey Joseph did not hold back when discussing his team’s performance against Tuskegee this past weekend. The Tigers won the game 37-20, a contest that began with a promising lead. But Tuskegee saw success scoring the ball in the second half, which Joseph wasn’t a fan of Matt Belinson of the Ruston […]

After Andrew Body’s season-ending injury that he suffered at the Orange Blossom Classic, Alabama State head coach Eddie Robinson Jr. spoke about the future of the transfer quarterback on the weekly SWAC Coaches Call. Robinson is optimistic about Body coming back to the Hornets following the rehabilitation from his injury. “After his injury, you just […]

HBCU alumnus and media star Shannon Sharpe didn’t mince words in his reaction to Flordia A&M‘s 59-6 loss to Miami on Saturday. The Rattlers have been on an amazing streak, becoming the HBCU National Champions at the conclusion of last season and starting out two 2-0 under new head coach James Colzie III. Still, their […]

Southern University earned their first win in the Terrance Graves era with a 42-10 victory over Savannah State University in Saturday night’s home opener. The win moves the Southern Jaguars to 1-1 following last week’s lost vs. McNeese State University. The Savannah State Tigers are now 0-1. Early on, the Jaguars and Tigers engaged in […]

North Carolina A&T survived Winston-Salem State in a close overtime battle to defeat their cross-city rival 27-20 on Saturday. The Aggies struggled to score after their opening drive, and the Rams took the lead with a touchdown by Timothy Ruff II following an Aggies turnover.  North Carolina A&T responded with a strong ground game, and […]

The HBCU Football Season kicked off with an amazing celebration that went beyond just the game. The Royal Courts took the spotlight, showcasing the spirit and pride of their schools. These student representatives, chosen through peer elections and schoolwide pageants, are more than just symbols of tradition; they’re also sources of hope and inspiration for […]

The Winston-Salem State Rams will travel 30 minutes to face their HBCU rival, North Carolina A&T, this Saturday for bragging rights as the best HBCU in the 336 area code. The matchup between the two neighboring teams dates back to 1945, with the Aggies leading the series 42-12 in 54 games. Since 2006, the series […]

Southern University hosts Savannah State University in a weekend football matchup this Saturday at 7 p.m. The Southern Jaguars aim to avenge their 21-7 week one loss vs. McNeese State University. On the other hand, Savannah State aims to secure a victory in their first game of the 2024 season. The Jaguars showcased a solid […]

The South Carolina State University Bulldogs narrowly lost to the defending Celebration Bowl champion Florida A&M Rattlers last Saturday. In his debut game as head coach, Chennis Berry expressed pride in his team’s performance during the MEAC coaches conference on Monday. “I was very, very proud of my football team; they were resilient through it […]

Brian “B Daht” McLaughlin, a 2006 Winston-Salem State University alumnus, has been named the new public address (PA) announcer for the Florida A&M Rattlers. McLaughlin, who previously served as the PA announcer for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, returns to the HBCU community with this new role. McLaughlin’s tenure at Winston-Salem State, […]

As the NFL season kicks off, 22 former HBCU football standouts are fortunate to secure spots on rosters. The inclusion of HBCU players on opening week rosters is a positive development, especially considering that none were selected in the 2024 NFL Draft. These talented players now have the opportunity to make their mark in the […]

Alabama State quarterback Andrew Body will miss the remainder of the season after sustaining a  shoulder injury in Sunday’s Orange Blossom Classic. Alabama State quarterback Andrew Body will miss the remainder of the 2024 season due to a shoulder injury sustained in the team’s loss to North Carolina Central University in the Orange Blossom Classic. […]

After a narrow 31-26 loss against Deion Sanders and Colorado where North Dakota State was seconds away from pulling off another FBS upset, North Dakota State gears up to play Eddie George and the Tennessee State Tigers. All eyes will be on this game to see how the Bison perform, as many of the 4.8 […]

Yesterday we learned of the unfortunate passing of former Rich Gang rapper Rich Homie Quan, who died suddenly at age 33. Anyone who attended college, specifically an HBCU between 2013 and 2018, knows the major influence his music had on our college experience. Before creating hits that would impact the HBCU experience for years, he […]

It’s one thing for us everyday people to see the greatness of HBCUs, but it is even more special when children of celebrities are also able to see that greatness. I’m sure they could choose from any school they want, but they chose to attend institutions that are filled with so much history, culture, and […]

Morehouse College alumnus James M. Jeter has been named the creative director for Polo Ralph Lauren, becoming the first black person to serve in the position. The promotion is the culmination of an amazing career journey for Jeter, who has worked for Ralph Lauren since he was just 16, when he was a part-time salesperson […]

Eddie George’s fourth season as head coach of Tennessee State football kicked off with a commanding victory over Mississippi Valley State. The Tigers faced the Delta Devils in the John A. Merritt Classic, where they triumphed with a score of 41-21. Tennessee State set the tone early, scoring a touchdown on their first drive and […]

Alcorn State University alumnus Darian Holt is set to be featured on season seven of the Netflix original series ‘The Circle.’Netflix announced that the series would be returning for season seven later this month and introduced the cast for this season. The series follows players who live alone in apartments and compete against each other […]

In a recent interview with Billboard, Grammy-Award-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion spoke on Vice President Kamala Harris’ historic presidential bid. Just last month, Megan Thee Stallion performed at the Harris-Walz campaign rally in Atlanta. When asked about Harris’ presidential bid, she said, “To be alive in a lifetime where a Black woman or a woman at […]

Jalen Ramsey, a prominent NFL cornerback for the Miami Dolphins and former Florida State Seminoles star and BCS national champion, added a new role to his resume after his recent visit with the North Carolina Central University Eagles. During his visit last Saturday, Ramsey, a Super Bowl LVI champion and seven-time Pro Bowler, delivered a […]

In the heart of Florida A&M’s campus, the buzz is palpable as the Rattlers gear up for their anticipated showdown against the Miami Hurricanes. With Miami riding high after a commanding 41-17 victory over the Florida Gators, FAMU and head football coach James Colzie III are pulling out all the stops to ensure they’re ready […]

Miles College has introduced a new football field for the upcoming season, marking the college as the fourth HBCU program to benefit from such an upgrade this year. The grant is from Atlanta Falcons owner Authur Blank. Dr. Steven E. Hairston, vice president of Institutional Advancement and Development at Miles College, along with Athletic Director […]

North Carolina Central head coach Trei Oliver is never one to shy away from addressing controversy and he did so on this week’s MEAC Coaches Call concerning an incident at the Orange Blossom Classic. Oliver accused an Alabama State player of spitting in the face of a North Carolina Central player, an incident he claims […]

Although different in their own way, each sorority of the Divine Nine shares one thing in common: one of their core principles is sisterhood. For many women, joining a sorority means joining a lifelong sisterhood, and for Vice President Kamala Harris, that lifelong sisterhood began in the spring of 1986 at Howard University. Harris joined […]

Allen Iverson was spotted at the Hampton University football game last Saturday against Morgan State. “VA’s finest, NBA Hall of Famer Allen Iverson, was in the building on Saturday,” read a post from the Hampton Football account. VA’s finest, NBA Hall of Famer Allen Iverson, was in the building on Saturday#WeAreHamptonU pic.twitter.com/wpDiben7o1 — Hampton Football […]

Following Florida State’s shocking 28-13 loss to Boston College to fall to 0-2 on the year, Chad Ochocinco says that Florida A&M is the best team in Tallahassee. Ochocinco reacted to the Florida State on the Nightcap, stating that he was disgusted as a Florida resident. “As a resident of the state of Florida, I’m […]