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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 […]

This summer, Shaqir O’Neal made a splash when he transferred to Florida A&M from Texas Southern, and he is continuing to command attention early on in the season with the Rattlers. O’Neal was featured on SportsCenter’s Top 10 for his monumental dunk in the team’s most recent victory. O’Neal was running toward the rim on […]

Virginia Union stamped their place into HBCU football history following their thrilling 34-31 overtime victory over Wingate to win their first NCAA Division II Playoff game. Virginia Union. The Panthers have dominated this season as they won their second straight CIAA title. Behind NFL prospect Jada Byers, Virginia Union featured a fearsome rushing attack that […]

Miles College has etched its place in HBCU football history as it joins a select group of football programs that have won an NCAA playoff game. The Golden Bears hosted Carson-Newman and beat them 14-13. The game was a defensive battle that Miles ultimately had the upper hand in, securing the historic victory with a […]

Kamala Harris may have lost the 2024 US Presidential Election to Donald Trump, but her historic candidacy added a significant achievement to her record. Harris garnered 74.3 million popular votes this election season, putting her as one of the candidates with the most popular votes in United States history. Her vote total surpasses Trump’s 2020 election […]

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 […]

Florida Atlantic University (FAU) football has struggled in recent seasons under Willie Taggart and the recently fired Tom Herman. Now, as the Owls search for their next head coach, reports suggest that Ole Miss offensive coordinator Charlie Weis Jr. is the frontrunner. However, there has also been talk around town about NFL Hall of Famer […]

History is beginning to take shape for the Tennessee State football team. With a conference record of 5-2, the Tigers are gearing up to face their biggest opponent yet. Southeastern Missouri has dominated the Big South-OVC standings for the majority of the season, with their only conference loss being to Lindenwood 24-12. The game marks […]

The Texas Southern University Tigers under new head coach Cris Dishman are having a successful season by all accounts but he wants to see more support from the fans of the team. In his first year for the Tigers, and while his team is on the verge of finishing with a 5-6 record the best mark […]

With the start of postseason play, two HBCU programs have been selected to compete in the NCAA Division II playoffs. Miles College, the SIAC champions, earned the No. 4 seed in Super Region II and will host Carson-Newman, while Virginia Union, the CIAA champions, secured the No. 7 seed and will travel to Wingate University […]

The SWAC has launched an investigation into allegations that Jackson State improperly accessed the practice film of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff ahead of their game on November 2nd. The news of an investigation into the allegations was first broken by media personality Scottay of Offscript TV on November 4th confirmed via a […]

Trillian Wood-Smith, better known as Trillian, is quickly making a name for himself in the music world. His newest single, “10 p.m. in Miami,” is turning heads, and he’s already gaining traction with a sound he describes as “Classy Fly.” But there’s more to Trillian than music he’s also a college student, entrepreneur, and the […]

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 […]