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Coach Vincent Brown has been relieved of his duties as head football coach at North Carolina A&T, following a dismal season. Director of Athletics Earl Hilton announced the decision Wednesday. Brown, 59, led the Aggies to a 1-11 overall record this season, including a 0-8 mark in the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA). The university announced via […]

Since Deion Sanders assumed leadership at Jackson State in 2020, the names of NFL legends have become a central part of discussions surrounding coaching, particularly within the HBCU community. From chatter about Ray Lewis’s viability as an HBCU coach and Ed Reed’s short-stint at Bethune-Cookman to the success of Eddie George at Tennessee State, there […]

Multi-hyphenated entertainer Percy “Master P” Miller is set to be the keynote speaker at Grambling State University’s Fall 2024 Commencement. Grambling State made the announcement via their official Instagram yesterday. The ceremony will take place on Friday, December 13, at 10:00 a.m. in the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center. Master P is a rapper, record […]

A Parade Player of the Year in 1997, Lamar Odom was one of the most highly-touted basketball players in the country coming out of high school. Instead of making the leap into the NBA from high school, which was allowed then, Odom instead committed to the UNLV Rebels. A series of unfortunate events, including an […]

Spelman College has hired award-winning filmmaker Shola Lynch as its Diana King Endowed Professor in Film, Filmmaking, Television, and Related Media in its Department of Art and Visual Culture. She will also serve as the college’s director of the documentary film program. She is best known for the feature documentary “FREE ANGELA & All Political […]

On Monday Alabama A&M elected to move on from Connell Maynor, relieving him of his duties after seven years at the helm of the program. Conversations about the fate of Maynor following the lack of success that the Bulldogs accrued since winning the Spring 2021 SWAC Championship ran abound amongst HBCU football fans. Maynor was […]

Phoenix Mercury star Brittney Griner’s wife Cherelle Griner, is the newest member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Griner joined the Delta Beta Omega chapter in Phoenix, Arizona, last month but took to her personal Instagram account last week to make an official announcement. She was met with a lot of warm congratulations from social […]

Eddie George and the Tennessee State Tigers concluded one of the best seasons in school history with an appearance in the NCAA FCS Playoffs as they battled valiantly against Montana, unfortunately losing 41-27. Despite the loss, the Tiger program under George looks to be on a path to sustained success for years to come. In […]

It was announced last week that North Carolina A&T State University would make history as they offer a bachelor’s degree in artificial intelligence (AI), the  only public institution in North Carolina to offer. But the innovation doesn’t stop there this forward-thinking university is also extending AI education to younger students, preparing them for a tech-driven […]

With Founders Day right around the corner, it’s time for us to honor some of our favorite men of A-Phi-A! Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. is celebrating 118 years of scholarship, fellowship, good character, and the uplifting of humanity. As the “Oldest and the Coldest” organization of the Divine Nine, these men have been making […]

Grambling State wide receiver Julien Lewis, who was carted off the field after a third-quarter hit during Saturday’s Bayou Classic, was released from the hospital later that night, his father confirmed. John Lewis provided the update on social media, sharing a video of his son leaving the hospital.  “God is good,” John Lewis wrote in […]

Alabama A&M has parted ways with Connell Maynor, per a statement by the athletic program on Monday afternoon. Bulldog Director of Athletics Dr. Paul A. Bryant made the decision following the team’s third consecutive fourth-place finish in the SWAC East Division. Alabama A&M concluded the 2024 season with a 28-20 loss to Florida A&M in […]

The Lady Pirates of Hampton University scored a huge upset over Georgia on an unbelievable last-second shot that shocked the basketball world. Sophomore guard Tyra Kennedy’s game-winning shot came with less than two seconds left on the clock, capping off a remarkable comeback from a 16-point deficit in the fourth quarter. The win marked a […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars’ disastrous 2024 season continued with a loss to the Houston Texans in Week 13. Off the field, the Jaguars saw one of their key coaches decide to leave their impending rebuild. Running backs coach Jerry Mack is set to become the next head coach at Kennesaw State. The Owls have been searching […]

Virginia Union is the lone HBCU in the NCAA Division II playoffs after a dominant win over Lenoir-Rhyne 44-12 on Saturday. The win continues the Panthers’ historic season as they make it to the quarterfinals round for the first time in school history. The Panthers set the tone early, taking control from the opening kickoff […]

As T.I. celebrates the 20-year anniversary of his third album Urban Legend, David Banner reflected on how HBCU band life helped him in creating the beat for the song “Countdown” on the album. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution published a feature article interviewing those who collaborated closely with the Atlanta-born rapper. In the article, Banner discussed the […]

Baltimore Ravens legend Ed Reed was recently initiated into Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated and he released a statement about his membership on his Instagram page earlier this week. Reed posted a video containing his statement. The statement is below. “Dear Brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., I write this letter with profound gratitude […]

The annual Bayou Classic rivalry matchup between Southern University and Grambling State University always brings out the stars and this year rapper Boosie Badazz made an appearance to perform a slew of hits alongside the Human Jukebox. After the Human Jukebox brought out Fantasia to perform last year, many in the HBCU community anticipated who […]

Hampton University has added a multi-year partnership with Mielle Organics to their NIL collective. The hair care brand has partnered with the Hampton University women’s basketball team, reaffirming their dedication to supporting women’s athletics and promoting HBCU greatness. In addition to the $200,000 initial commitment, Mielle will create a $100,000 endowment scholarship to aid student-athletes […]

After breaking its enrollment record for the fourth consecutive year, Morgan State University has become the third-largest HBCU in the nation. This past fall, the university welcomed 10,739 students to campus, a 9.4% increase from last year, in addition to welcoming the largest freshman class (2,369 new students) in the history of the university. Which […]

Former standout Deion Sanders recruit James Houston has been claimed off waivers by the Cleveland Browns. His addition to the Browns 53-man roster comes after the Detroit Lions released him on Tuesday. Campbell explained why Houston was released, saying, “Yeah, it just didn’t (work out.) It just didn’t, you know, we had James up for […]

Alabama A&M football player Medrick Burnett Jr. has died following his injury in the Magic City Classic in October, per a report by local affiliate WBRC. The report confirms findings by Jefferson County Coroner Matt Angelo that Burnett died on Wednesday evening at 5:43 p.m. “Today, our Bulldog family is heartbroken by the loss of […]

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 […]

The Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) has revealed the findings of their investigation into allegations that Jackson State accessed the practice film of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff prior to their game on November 2nd. The conference released a statement on Tuesday afternoon. The statement reads as follows: “On Friday, November 8th the Southwestern […]

Stats Perform and HBCU+ have expanded their basketball coverage to assist OTT broadcaster Urban Edge Network (UEN) raise the profiles of HBCU basketball conferences. The partnership includes features such as live data, advanced insights, and an innovative AI-powered ‘Opta Stream.’ Opta Stream provides UEN fans with automated, in-depth, play-by-play updates, along with statistical graphics and […]

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 […]

Consistency and growth are key in college basketball, and this week’s HBCU+ FCS Players of the Week, Diamond Johnson and CJ Hines, exemplify both. While one player shook off early struggles to find his rhythm, the other has been on a roll since the season’s start. Both athletes delivered standout performances in Week 3, proving […]

Deion Sanders has been making waves as the head coach of the Colorado Buffalos, but Morehouse head football coach Terance Mathis says Sanders “still supports HBCU football.” Mathis recently discussed on the BTM Podcast how Deion Sanders helps him as a coach. “He passed the torch, we talk every so often and he [Sanders] guides me… […]

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 a season marked by both highs and lows, Norfolk State University is making a change at the helm of its football program as the Spartans have decided to part ways with head coach Dawson Odums, effective immediately. Director of Athletics Dr. Melody Webb announced the move on Tuesday. “I want to thank Coach Odums […]

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 […]

The success of Chennis Berry at South Carolina State is all too familiar. The dominant victories, defensive mastery, balanced offensive attack, and a conference-clinching regular-season victory against the second-best team in the conference is a story we’ve seen played out before. Although the location has changed, the main character has stayed the same. Berry, a […]

Eddie Geoge and Tennessee State have clinched an appearance in the FCS Playoffs, the Tiger’s first playoff appearance since 2013. The successful playoff bid caps off a successful season for the Tennessee State Tigers, who finish the regular season 9-3 and the co-champion of the OVC-Big South. The Tigers won their first conference championship under […]

The Golden Bulls of Johnson C. Smith University wrapped up a historic season without a postseason bid to the Division II playoffs, but Johnson C. Smith’s 8-2 campaign is still regarded as one of the best in school history. The team, which led the CIAA in both passing and receiving yards, had its best start […]

Rajah Caruth, a student at Winston-Salem State University (WSSU), has been named the 2024 Most Popular Driver in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. Caruth received the honor at NASCAR’s annual banquet in Charlotte, North Carolina, as the sport celebrated its 2024 season. This marks the first time he has won the award, following his debut […]

Opposing defenses cannot go a single snap without identifying where Brock Bowers is aligned in the Raiders offense. Just 12 weeks into the 2024 NFL season, Raiders rookie Brock Bowers has already carved out a place in Raider glory, joining NFL Hall of Famer and HBCU icon Jerry Rice in the record books. Despite a […]

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 […]

Following the conclusion of the season, Prairie View A&M has decided to part ways with head football coach Bubba McDowell. The program announced the move on Sunday afternoon, saying that McDowell’s contract won’t be renewed. “Coach McDowell’s commitment to helping our student-athletes succeed in life both personally and professionally is admirable and a true reflection […]

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 […]