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Oakwood University Pastor Robert Edwards’ sermon took an interesting turn when he used the phrase “No Diddy” while encouraging attendees to practice abstinence. Oakwood University is a Seventh-Day Adventist HBCU in Huntsville, Alabama. The short clip of the over 90-minute broadcast has gone viral on social media. The phrase “No Diddy” has been used as […]

The top-ranked Kanas Jayhawks will tip off their season against Howard University, the reigning MEAC Champions and one of the best HBCU programs in the country. The game comes as Kansas invited MEAC hoops contender North Carolina Central for an early season game last season. The Jayhawks ultimately won the game 99-56. Howard University basketball […]

Former HBCU basketball star Shy Odom has transferred from Howard University to the University of Vermont after a stellar career as a Bison. Odoms was a key contributor to Kenny Blakeney’s emerging HBCU hoops power as Howard won the MEAC Championship in 2023 and 2024. The motive for Odom’s transfer from The Mecca is simple, […]

Hampton University made a big move earlier this week, removing the interim title from Trent Boykin and officially naming him the head coach of the football team. The move came as the Pirates prepared to faceoff against fellow CAA HBCU program North Carolina A&T during their homecoming festivities. Hampton ultimately won 59-17. In a statement […]

#25 Jackson State defeated #18 Florida A&M in a major HBCU football upset. Jackson State’s stunning upset comes as revenge following a 10-28 loss to the Rattlers in 2023. The Jackson State Tigers are now winners of three straight football games, moving them to 5-2 on the year. Despite the final result, both the Rattlers […]

Grammy-award-winning songwriter Derrick Milano proposed to influencer and longtime girlfriend Angela White (former known as Blac Chyna) during an event held during Howard University’s homecoming on Friday. Milano serenaded White with R&B singer Mario’s classic 2004 hit Let Me Love You before getting down on one knee and popping the special question. White and Milano […]

Democratic Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris has canceled her scheduled visit to her alma mater Howard University this afternoon, per an exclusive report by the institution’s school newspaper The Hilltop. The Harris-Walz Campaign announced an HBCU Homecoming tour that coincided with HBCU homecoming season. The Howard University alumna instead will be in Michigan at a campaign […]

CIAA competitor Bowie State University scored a huge 73-71 upset over the CIAA’s Hampton University in an early season HBCU exhibition. Bowie State looked good early on as they stormed out to an early lead and ended the first half up 43-35. But, Hampton fought back and ultimately took the lead as the game started […]

Spelman College president Dr. Helene D. Gayle is taking an immediate personal leave of absence, per a report by the Atlanta Journal Constitution’s Ernie Suggs. The cause of the leave of absence is unknown at this time. “The Trustees are committed to ensuring continuity throughout this process, and fully expect to maintain institutional operations as […]

The Coco-Cola company has launched an exciting new platform geared towards HBCUs. They have launched The World Is My Yard, an HBCU-centered platform available in the company’s +one app. The World Is My Yard exclusively provides HBCU students with an extensive variety of resources, engaging content, and on-campus experiences. The program, which is based on […]

Legendary hip-hop icon Doug E. Fresh is set to serve as the Grand Marshall during this year’s Howard University Homecoming Parade. He will also join the Howard University “Showtime” Marching Band during the halftime show at the football game against Tennessee State University. This year Howard is celebrating its 100th Homecoming anniversary. The Howard vs. […]

A man who was wrongfully arrested in connection with a deadly shooting that killed a Jackson State University student last year is suing the university and several others connected to the incident. Last month, Shirley Brown filed a lawsuit against Jackson State on behalf of her teenage son, Joshua Brown. The lawsuit, which was filed […]

DIRECTV has just made a major move to cater to sports fans with the launch of the Urban Edge Network. This brand-new channel is dedicated to showcasing athletic competition and commentary from HBCUs, the G League, and a variety of women’s sports. Starting today, all DIRECTV customers can access UEN via the Internet and DIRECTV […]

Duke University is set to tip off the 2024-2025 season against a Division II HBCU coached by a notable ACC alumnus Julian Hodges. Lincoln University of Pennsylvania is set to face off against the Blue Devils, keeping a tradition of playing HBCU basketball programs alive for another season. Lincoln is a formidable basketball program as […]

South Carolina State University is on a mission to secure funding from state lawmakers as its enrollment keeps rising, reflecting its commitment to upgrading campus facilities and services. President Alexander Conyers recently laid out a budget request aimed at snagging up to $250 million for essential infrastructure improvements during a meeting with university trustees. “We […]

The FCS showcased its talent during prime time last week, as Ivy League and HBCU programs gained attention thanks to the MLB postseason. The games featuring Cornell versus Harvard and Arkansas-Pine Bluff versus Prairie View A&M were elevated from ESPNU to ESPN2. According to Omar-Rashon Borja, a senior writer for Redshirt Sports, the Harvard-Cornell matchup […]

All American: Homecoming star Martin Bobb-Semple makes a big move following the series finale last month. Bobb-Semple has signed with United Talent Agency (UTA). UTA is one of the leading global talent, sports, entertainment, and advisory companies. Martin Bobb-Semple has been acting since he was nine years old. He got his start in theater in […]

Virginia State University Associate Vice President for Athletics Peggy Davis has passed away, the university announced. In a press release, university President Dr. Makola M. Abdullah praised Davis for her significant contributions over her more than 27 years with the Athletics Department. “It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing […]

The Alpha Delta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. received a huge honor in Mississippi earlier this week. Rose Street in Jackson, Mississippi, has been renamed Alpha Delta Zeta Drive. The chapter was chartered at 723 Rose Street on October 14, 1938, by eight Black women. Alpha Delta Zeta is the first Zeta […]

Morehouse College has hired A.D. Drew as its new Sports Marketing Manager. He will also serve as the Sports Information Director for the athletic department. His duties include external marketing for the athletic department and website maintenance. The beginning of October marked the start of Drew’s appointment. Before joining the athletic department at Morehouse, Drew […]

Eddie George and his Tennessee State Tigers are currently enjoying a three-game winning streak following their recent victory over Eastern Illinois. This match served as Tennessee State’s homecoming game, where the Tigers triumphed over the Panthers with a score of 41-17. 7,875 alumni, students, and fans came to see Head Coach Eddie George and his […]

The 83rd Magic City Classic between Alabama A&M and Alabama State, one of the largest and most historic HBCU football classics, will take center stage with national exposure this season. The highly anticipated game will be broadcast live on ESPNU on Saturday, Oct. 26, from Legion Field in Birmingham, Alabama. Originally listed as “TBD” on […]

For the first time since 1969, the Golden Bulls of Johnson C. Smith University  are 6-0. With the team’s sudden rise in popularity due to its strong performance this season, many are curious about the factors behind the win streak. In a recent interview with WCNC, head coach Maurice Flowers addressed this. “We sustain it […]

The Austin Area Urban League is hosting the 3rd annual HBCU Basketball Classic on November 8th and 9th at the Austin Convention Center in Austin, Texas. This year’s HBCU Basketball Classic has partnered with HBCU+ to stream the event on its platform. Highlights of this year’s classic include the Conference Challenge and the Battle of […]

Florida A&M University alumna and FOX Sports Executive Vice President (Communications) Terri Hines has been announced as the keynote speaker for the 2024 Homecoming Convocation. The event will take place Friday, November 1 in the Al Lawson Multipurpose Center. Hines graduated from Florida A&M with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. As a graduate of […]

Airbnb and hotel bookings are full as families and friends reunite for the festivities of homecoming season at North Carolina A&T State University(A&T). Aggies of all ages are out in full force for the 98th edition of this cherished event. The Greatest Homecoming on Earth, or GHOE, is more than just a football game. It’s […]

Dr. D’Wayne Edwards, the president of Pensole Lewis College of Business and Design, has designed an innovative shoe that grows over time. Dr. Edwards is known for creativity and innovation in the design world and continues to be a leader in the sneaker industry. He is partnering with Target to release ÜNOS by Sz, an […]

Former Grambling State football greats Eddie G. Robinson and Doug Williams could be headed to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2025. Per a report by ESPN, the HBCU legends are among 25 candidates named in the contributor category for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame class. The candidates’ names were released on […]

Mo Williams, head men’s basketball coach at Jackson State and former NBA All-Star, is set to be inducted into the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025. A native of Jackson, Mississippi, Mo Williams’ journey from standout high school athlete to NBA champion and now HBCU coach has come full […]

In one of the most anticipated matchups of the 2024-2025 season, the Florida A&M Rattlers will face off against Southwestern Athletic Conference rival Jackson State Tigers this Saturday on ESPN network. With both programs evenly matched, the American Football Coaches Association FCS Coaches Poll ranks FAMU 18th and Jackson State 25th. Both teams are undefeated […]

Former Florida A&M running back Terrell Jennings has officially joined an NFL roster. The Duval, Florida, native was called up from the New England Patriots practice squad to active duty for the game against the Houston Texans. Jennings becomes the fourth active Rattler on a NFL roster, joining Markquese Bell with the Dallas Cowboys, Isaiah […]

Delaware State University’s Homecoming Weekend reached new highs on October 5, when alumnus Norman Oliver, Class of 1985, donated $200,000 in front of over 15,000 attendees.  As the owner of Rock Solid Construction, specializing in commercial and residential projects, Oliver has deep roots in his hometown of Wilmington, Delaware. Through his nonprofit, Our Youth, Inc., […]

Tennessee State University has released a statement following a fatal shooting that took place near campus during its homecoming weekend. Nine people were injured and one killed in a shooting at the intersection of Jefferson Street and 27th Avenue in Nashville, Tennessee. According to police reports, two groups exchanged gunfire from opposite sides of the […]

In an announcement from the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), several HBCUs will introduce Women’s Flag Football to their campuses. This new sports initiative will launch next spring at seven HBCUs. Bluefield State University, Bowie State University, Claflin University, Fayetteville State University, Johnson C. Smith University, Virginia Union University, and Winston-Salem State University will add […]

North Carolina’s public universities are seeing a major boost in student enrollment this fall.  With numbers up 2.2% from last year and 3.5% since 2022. The UNC System added more than 5,400 students this semester, and every public university across the state is experiencing growth. UNC System President Peter Hans says this isn’t by accident. […]

Former “Apprentice” star Omarosa Manigault- Newman has endorsed Kamala Harris for president. This comes as a shock to many, as Newman worked under Donald Trump in 2017 as the director of communications for the Office of Public Liaison. In addition, she gained recognition for being one of Trump’s favorite contestants on “The Apprentice.” Manigault-Newman is […]

LeVelle Moton, head coach of North Carolina Central University’s men’s basketball team, continues to show why he’s a true force on and off the court. On October 5th, 2024, Moton was honored with the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, a recognition that highlights his incredible impact not only in the world of basketball but also through […]

Three HBCU football contenders are ranked in the latest AFCA FCS Coaches Poll: Florida A&M, North Carolina Central, and Jackson State. These three HBCU football contenders have had phenomenal seasons and are a few key wins away from a conference championship and a trip back to the Celebration Bowl. For Florida A&M, ranked 18th in […]

Alcorn State handed Grambling State  a 17-15 loss at Eddie G. Robinson Memorial Stadium on Saturday afternoon. After scoring 14 points in the first two quarters, the Braves looked strong on offense. Quarterback Xzavier Vaughn threw for 149 yards, completing 10 of 19 passes and tossing one touchdown. Running back Jacorian Sewell contributed with a […]