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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 […]

Savannah State wide receiver D’Shaun Mitchell made HBCU history as he broke a school record previously held by Shannon Sharpe. Although the Tigers lost their season finale against Benedict College 35-27, Mitchell was unstoppable as he finished the game with 12 for 227 yards and two touchdowns. His 227 yards set Savannah State’s single-game receiving […]

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 […]

An assistant football coach from Howard University has joined the extensive list of players and coaches suspended following the postgame brawl after Howard’s loss to North Carolina Central last week. The unnamed coach will be barred from participation in Howard University’s final game of the season against Morgan State University on Saturday, per an announcement […]

LeMoyne-Owen College is embracing an exciting new chapter in its history. During the 2024 Homecoming Weekend, the college proudly revealed its first-ever mascot, Walker The Magician, in a lively celebration between the women’s and men’s basketball games on October 26. This milestone moment highlighted the institution’s legacy while setting the stage for its future. This […]

Florida A&M University proudly celebrates the appointment of Professor Embry J. Kidd to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. With a Senate vote of 49-45 on November 18, Kidd now joins the Atlanta-based court, which oversees appeals from Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. This milestone makes Kidd one of only two Black judges […]

Tennessee State University faces a challenging financial situation, with state officials confirming on Thursday that the institution is essentially “out of money.” This announcement comes as the university continues to pay former President Glenda Glover an $800,000 contract, despite mounting criticism of her leadership during her time in office. House Speaker Cameron Sexton didn’t hold […]

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 […]

The sports world woke up to a shocking rumor when it was reported that Baltimore Ravens legend Ray Lewis was expressing interest in becoming the head coach of the Florida Atlantic Owls. Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Lewis was being floated as an option but conflicting reports immediately threw cold water on the talks. Yet, the […]

An HBCU football player’s miraculous touchdown has the internet buzzing and even caught the attention of ESPN’s Marcus Spears. On Saturday 350-pound Southern University defensive tackle Willie Miles turned heads with his incredible 23-yard fumble return for a touchdown against Arkansas-Pine Bluff, sealing a memorable 31-9 victory. The Rumblin’, Bumblin’, and Stumblin’ from Willie Miles. […]

Following the massive postgame brawl between Howard University and North Carolina Central University on Friday evening, the MEAC has announced suspensions for 36 players involved in the melee as well as one coach. The conference has suspended 17 student-athletes from Howard University and 19 from North Carolina Central University, along with an assistant coach from NCCU, […]

The five time Grammy-nominated and two-time Grammy winner artist Tyler the Creator expressed his excitement after his song “Sticky” was performed by Jackson State’s Sonic Boom of the South during the fifth quarter of the football game against Alabama State this past weekend. THIS IS WHY I MADE STICKY!!!!!! THIS IS WHY I ARRANGED IT […]

As the Celebration Bowl approaches, multiple postgame brawls by HBCU football teams have spurred a significant rule change that will impact the post-game proceedings. Per a report by HBCU Gameday, Celebration Bowl Executive Director John T. Grant announced that the losing team will now head directly to the locker room after the game, while the […]

The Southwestern Athletic Conference has handed out several suspensions and fines following the massive brawl between players from Jackson State and Alabama State following their game on Saturday evening. 16 student-athletes from Jackson State and Alabama State have been suspended for their involvement in the altercation. Both schools have also been fined $25,000 each by […]

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 […]

Baltimore Ravens legend and Pro Football Hall of Fame safety Ed Reed has been initiated as a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated. The fraternity announced his membership into the organization on their social media accounts on Saturday evening.  “We would like to welcome NFL Legend and Hall of Fame player Ed Reed into […]

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated is celebrating 113 years of manhood, scholarship, perseverance, and uplift. In 1911, Omega Psi Phi was the first international fraternity to be founded on a historically Black college campus in Howard University. In honor of Founder’s Day here is a list of four notable men of Omega Psi Phi: Jalen […]

In the biggest upset of the HBCU football season, Mississippi Valley State beat Florida A&M 24-21 to end their home undefeated streak. Entering the game the Rattlers boasted a 23 game winning streak at Bragg Memorial Stadium dating back to 2018 and the Delta Devils had gone over a year without winning a game. But, […]

Following North Carolina Central’s massive 26-3 victory over Howard University, players from both teams were involved in a postgame brawl. The altercation happened as North Carolina Central head coach Trei Olver and Howard University head coach Larry Scott were shaking hands and was captured on ESPNU’s broadcast on the game. Postgame fight between North Carolina […]

After North Carolina Central got dominated by Howard University in a 50-21 loss last season that dashed their Celebration Bowl repeat hopes, the Eagles looked for revenge. North Carolina Central got just that, beating the Bison 26-3 in their effort to restore order in their intra-conference rivalry. This marked the 28th meeting between the Bison […]

Bowman Gray Stadium is getting ready for its next chapter in racing with exciting upgrades ahead of “The Clash” on Feb. 1-2, 2025. NASCAR, the City of Winston-Salem, and Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) unveiled plans today to revamp the historic venue for the return of NASCAR Cup Series racing. It will be the first time […]

When Harold L. Martin Sr. became chancellor of North Carolina A&T in 2006, few could have predicted the transformation that would follow. Fifteen years later, Martin stands as a towering figure in higher education, celebrated for not only elevating his university to new heights but also for his influence on public universities and Historically Black […]

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 […]

First Take star Stephen A. Smith is back citing his anonymous sources, this time about Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson. Jackson has put together an impressive season that could land him his third MVP as the Ravens look to win the AFC North once again. But, Smith alleged that members of Jackson’s “camp” sent him […]

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 […]

A fight that occurred after an HBCU football game featuring Florida A&M and Prairie View A&M led to suspensions and fines from the SWAC, per a statement by the conference. The incident occurred on November 9th after the Panthers’s shocking 31-12 win over Florida A&M on Saturday FAMU finally lost to another school outside of […]

In a closely contested game that saw a second-half comeback, North Carolina A&T (A&T) fell to George Washington University (GWU) 85-80 on the road. The Aggies, now on a two-game losing streak, fought hard but couldn’t close the gap in yesterday’s matchup. Junior Landon Glasper led A&T with 22 points, six rebounds, three assists, and […]

This season, Dawn Staley and South Carolina are hosting an HBCU and they plan to travel to play at one next year. The Lady Gamecocks will host Coppin State University in their home opener on Thursday at 7:30 PM EST. Per comments by Staley obtained by South Carolina beat writer Alan Cole, Coppin “moved some […]

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 […]

The North Carolina A&T women’s basketball team lost to a score of 66-47 to the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill(UNC) on Tuesday night at Corbett Sports Center before a crowd of 3,593, including future A&T Hall of Famer Tarik Cohen. It was the first meeting between the two teams in 15 years, and the game […]

Yesterday, Vice President Kamala Harris extended heartfelt wishes to Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. on their 102nd Founders’ Day, celebrating the legacy and impact of this historic sisterhood. Founded on November 12, 1922, at Butler University in Indianapolis, Sigma Gamma Rho is unique among the Divine Nine sororities for its foundation by seven educators and […]

South Carolina State University proudly announces that NFL executive and esteemed HBCU alumnus Ted Crews, class of 1999, will serve as the keynote speaker for the Fall 2024 Commencement Convocation. This highly anticipated ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024, at 10 a.m., in the Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center. In his current role with the Chicago […]