HBCU Articles - Page 39

In a recent Instagram post by DaHouseNation, Terance Mathis, the former Atlanta Falcons wide receiver and current head coach of Morehouse College’s football team, made his feelings about the team’s projected last-place finish in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) abundantly clear. His response? A series of laughing emojis. Morehouse College, one of the original […]

The moment we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived. Episode 1 of the third and final season of All American: Homecoming aired this past Monday. Viewers have been highly anticipating the start of the season to finally get an answer to the million-dollar question: does Simone choose Lando or Damon? The premiere shows us […]

Peak Sports MGMT, represented by attorney Cooper Walker of Frost Echols, formally addressed concerns over recent statements made by North Carolina Central University Athletic Director Dr. Skip Perkins. Walker’s letter, sent to the NCCU Board of Trustees and the Office of the Chancellor, aims to clarify what the company views as inaccuracies in Perkins’ comments […]

When Colorado hosts North Dakota State, all eyes will be on Shedeur Sanders. The star quarterback and presumed top NFL draft pick isn’t overlooking the Bison, a perennial FCS contender in their season-opening contest. North Dakota State is not just any team; they are one of the greatest programs in FCS history. With 17 national […]

On July 16–24, more than 800 first-time freshmen will set out for the “Land of Golden Sunshine” to take part in New Student Orientation (NSO). Known as the ROAR Experience, NSO is a multi-day intensive program created to acquaint prospective first-year students with Tennessee State University’s vibrant campus community and culture. Additionally, this will be […]

During its 71st Boule in Dallas this past weekend, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. commemorated the induction of three outstanding people as honorary members. Two-time Emmy Award-winning journalist Tamron Hall was one of these prominent individuals. Tamron Hall is a well-known American broadcast journalist, television talk show host, and author. Hall began her syndicated daytime […]

After a 19-year hiatus, Clark Atlanta University has relaunched its highly acclaimed Music Education major. Dedicated to upholding its legacy of academic distinction and cultural enrichment, Clark Atlanta is committed to providing a transformative education with a primary focus on developing future generations of musical innovators and educators. Clark Atlanta has been a shining example […]

At the 110th Hampton University Ministers’ Conference, the university announced its newly established School of Religion in partnership with the Church of God in Christ Second Jurisdiction of Virginia, a new chapter for both the university and church community. Both the Ministers’ Conference and the larger faith-based community will greatly benefit from this creative partnership. […]

Earlier this year, The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy launched its inaugural Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Clean Energy Education Prize Partnership Track. Howard University was one of only ten prize winners for the first of the track’s three phases. As it moves into Phase 2 this […]

Shaqir O’Neal, the son of NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal, is staying in the HBCU basketball world, as he transfers to Florida A&M after three seasons at Texas Southern University. His cross-conference move marks a new chapter for both him and the Rattlers. The addition of Shaqir O’Neal brings a much-needed infusion of talent, versatility, and […]

When “All American: Homecoming” was canceled, I honestly didn’t feel much. I watched the show when it first aired and enjoyed it. It’s rare to see an HBCU narrative on TV, and the last one we had was BET’s “The Quad”. However, due to other interests and commitments, especially on Monday nights when the show […]

Morehouse College is set to pioneer a new era in education by introducing AI teaching assistants this fall. This endeavor is spearheaded by the institution’s Metaversity Director and Senior Professor in Education, Dr. Muhsinah Morris. The groundbreaking technology, developed in the spring of 2021, has been made possible thanks to the collaborative efforts of key […]

Former Bowie State football player AJ Lytton is among three men who died following a devastating car crash in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. The incident also claimed the lives of 2024 NFL Draftee Khyree Jackson and another former high school teammate and former University of Maryland football, Isaiah Hazel. The Maryland State Police released a statement […]

The ratings success of the BET Awards proved beneficial for the latest season of College Hill: Celebrity Edition at Xavier University of Louisiana. Following the awards, BET treated viewers to a sneak peek of the highly-anticipated BET+ series “College Hill: Celebrity Edition,” and the response was nothing short of stellar. Per ratings numbers secured by […]

Despite a nationwide decline in college enrollments, HBCUs are witnessing a remarkable surge in applications and enrollments. This trend is not only bucking the overall pattern but also highlighting the growing importance and appeal of these institutions, as Forbes highlights in their article, “Why Applications To Historically Black Colleges Are Surging”. Last school year, numerous […]

A lawsuit filed last Fall that accused the state of Georgia of chronic underfunding its thee public HBCUs compared to predominantly white institutions in the state has been quietly dismissed, per a report by Vanessa McCray of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The case, which involved three HBCU alumni as plaintiffs, alleged systemic inequities in funding and […]

Florida A&M’s football team is making significant roster moves ahead of the upcoming season, with their latest addition being Brayln Oliver, a former safety at Syracuse and Louisville. With the addition of Oliver, the Rattlers aim to bolster their defensive as they prepare to defend their Celebration Bowl title. Brayln Oliver hails from Anderson, South […]

Morgan State University’s Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Dena Freeman-Patton has been appointed to the NCAA Division I Football Championship Series (FCS) Oversight Committee per a release by the institution’s athletic department. This prestigious appointment will see Freeman-Patton serving a four-year term, concluding on June 30, 2028. Freeman-Patton, who is entering her third […]

Prairie View A&M’s executive director of Health Services, Dr. Tondra L. Moore, has been appointed as a member-at-large on the Board of Directors for the American College Health Association. Dr. Moore has been with ACHA since 2019 and has continued to rise through the ranks since then. Dr. Moore has done some outstanding work with […]

As the summer days continue to roll by, the closer it gets to back-to-school season. For some people, they’ll be entering their second, third, or maybe fourth year at their HBCUs. But for some, this will be their first year attending an HBCU. Attending an HBCU for the first time can be an exciting experience, […]

Bethune-Cookman University will be represented well in the 2024 Paris Olympics starting this month, per a statement by the institution. Two former student-athletes will represent the institution and their respective countries on the world’s biggest stage: Sade McCreath and Monae’ Nichols. McCreath and Nichols are two former Wildcat track and field standouts and look to […]

As North Carolina Central prepares for its first season after Davius Richard, expectations are high. The Eagles, only a season removed from winning their first Celebration Bowl in two attempts, seemed poised to once again be a major contender in the MEAC. But, off-the-field issues give the team a complicated start to the season. Reporting […]

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to speak at the annual meetings for two Black sororities this month as a way to reach Black women voters. Harris will make an appearance at the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority’s Grand Boulè in Indianapolis as well as her sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha’s 71st annual Boulè in Dallas. In […]

The Howard University Mecca Society Collective has landed another NIL deal with another Black-owned brand. The Mecca Society Collective announced its partnership with Last Shot, a Black-owned and operated energy drink company in Las Vegas. The company will pay Howard athletes in company stock to promote their products and share a portion of sales from […]

When College Hill: Celebrity Edition Season 3, Episode 3 started, I genuinely felt it might become one of my favorite episodes of “College Hill” ever. From a TV production and storytelling perspective, the episode was excellently crafted, seamlessly blending the narrative of celebrities visiting the plantation with the value of an HBCU education. However, the […]

Jacksonville City Councilman Rahman K. Johnson is pushing for HBCU football games to be hosted at the newly renovated EverBank Stadium, per a report by JaxToday reporter Will Brown. This initiative follows the City Council’s recent approval of a whopping $775 million in public funding to overhaul the stadium, with a commitment to attract major […]

Jackson State University’s athletic department has hired Hakim McClellan as the Deputy Athletic Director, marking his return to the institution after an impactful tenure at fellow Mississippi-based HBCU Mississippi Valley State University. The athletic program announced the move on Monday. Hakim McClellan’s homecoming to Jackson State is a significant development for the university’s athletic department. […]

Edward Waters University receives a record eight-figure amount of funding from the Florida budget. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the “Focus on Florida’s Future” budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025. The state budget, totaling $116.5 billion, includes essential support for key initiatives at Edward Waters, further reinforcing the university’s commitment to academic excellence and student […]

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, the oldest HBCU in the country, has had its accreditation reaffirmed after being on probation since last November. The university announced the exciting news of its reconfirmed status earlier this week. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) originally placed the university on probation. According to the agency, the school […]

Sadly, all good things must come to an end. Season 3 of All American: Homecoming quickly approaches its summer debut. This is the third and final season of the spin-off that follows the original All-American character, Simone Hicks. Season 2 ended on a cliffhanger with Simone, who is played by Geffri Maya, having to choose between […]

Grambling State University student-athlete Brenda McKinney has filed a federal lawsuit against the NCAA, alleging discriminatory practices against HBCUs, per reporting from Sportico and The Indiana Lawyer. The case “Brenda McKinney, individually and on behalf of all others similarly situated v. National Collegiate Athletic Association”, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern […]

Last October, the Department of Education introduced new rules that would ban colleges from withholding transcripts for any semester that a student used federal aid money and paid their balance in full. Those rules went into effect on Monday, July 1. According to a report done by Ithaka S+R, more than 6 million former college […]

Twenty-time Grammy Award-winning gospel music legend Kirk Franklin will headline the HBCU Swingman Classic presented by T-Mobile to jumpstart All-Star Weekend announced yesterday by Major League Baseball. All-Star Weekend will take place in Arlington, Texas, not far from Fort Worth, where Franklin grew up. Franklin and his gospel choir will perform the U.S. National Anthem […]

Alabama State University alumna Kleo Torres was crowned Miss District of Columbia USA 2024 last weekend in Washington, D.C. Torres succeeds last year’s winner, Cassie Baloue, who placed in the top 20 at Miss USA 2023. She took to Instagram to share her excitement and how she is ready to represent Washington, D.C., in the […]

Grammy Award-winning singer H.E.R. has teamed with the multi-media mogul Oprah Winfrey to produce a majorette-inspired dance movie at 20th Century Studios. The multi-talented singer is set to develop, produce, and star in the film. H.E.R. made her acting debut last year in the musical adaptation of The Color Purple. While filming, she was able […]

Kortne Gosha, the former Florida A&M Athletic Director known for his transformative leadership, has accepted a senior role at the University of Nebraska. Gosha will step into the position of Senior Associate Athletic Director for Capital Planning, where he will oversee the Huskers’ capital planning, construction, and facilities units per a report by KSNB. Nebraska […]

Marquette King, the former NFL standout and current UFL star, has thrown down the gauntlet to NFL punters. The 35-year-old Arlington Renegades punter took to Twitter, sharing a video of himself punting in the UFL, and issued an audacious challenge, stating, “You can’t tell me that there are 32 punters better than me. All-UFL Punter […]

Texas Southern University has announced a five-year contract extension for Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics, Dr. Kevin Granger. The extension, approved by the Texas Southern University Board of Regents, ensures that Dr. Granger will continue to lead TSU’s athletic programs through 2029. In October, The Texas Southern University Board of Regents has approved a new […]

Former Johnson C. Smith hurdler Danielle Williams has punched her ticket to the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics. Williams clinched her spot after a stellar performance in the Jamaican Olympic Trials, where she finished second in the 100m hurdle finals with a blazing time of 12.53 seconds, just behind Ackera Nugent, who set a new Jamaican […]