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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 […]

Jackson State University and the University of Mississippi School of Law are joining together to provide JSU students with an opportunity to execute their path to a law career while significantly reducing the financial burden of continuing education, per a press release obtained by HBCU Pulse. School administrators from both universities signed a Memorandum of […]

North Carolina Central University student Carrie Everette won the title of Miss North Carolina this weekend. The Miss North Carolina Organization is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering young women to achieve their personal, professional, and educational goals. Everett is a rising sophomore at North Carolina Central, majoring in vocal performance with a discipline in […]

Earlier last week, Florida A&M running back Kelvin Dean Jr.’s SWAC Championship ring was stolen from his car in his apartment complex. Just a few days later, Dean took to X, announcing that his ring had been retrieved. In his tweet, he thanked the Tallahassee community for their help. Shoutout to the Tallahassee community for […]

Two Atlanta HBCU students who were pulled from their car and tased by police during a Black Lives Matter protest back in 2020 could receive a $2 million settlement. The students, Messiah Young and Taniyah Pilgrim, attended Morehouse and Spelman College in 2020. The two were stuck in traffic during the protest that occurred on […]

Amid the huge conversation around Bronny James being drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers, North Carolina Central coach LeVelle Moton is high on the rookie guard’s potential. Moton, who recently took to X to share his genuine thoughts on Lakers rookie Bronny James. Don’t let none of this distract you from the fact that NC […]

In a significant move for Georgia State University’s football program, former Grambling State head coach Hue Jackson is reportedly set to join the Panthers’ coaching staff under newly appointed head coach Dell McGee. This news, first reported by 247 Sports’ Ben Moore, marks a new chapter for Jackson, who brings a wealth of experience from […]

Every year, college students are faced with the tough decision of whether to live on or off campus. It’s usually mandatory for students to live on campus their freshman year, but after that, it’s completely up to them where they choose to live. There are both pros and cons to living on and off campus. […]

After a stellar career at Texas Southern and a solid rookie season in the NBA G-League, Joirdon Nicholas has been named to the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2024 NBA Summer League team. Congratulations to former @TSUMensHoops @TexasSouthern star Joirdon Karl Nicholas – proof you can achieve your dream with hard work! https://t.co/JQ4J1nugOZ — Texas Southern University […]

Howard University alumna Taraji P. Henson had nothing but love for Megan The Stallion ahead of the 2024 BET Awards. Henson made an appearance at Megan’s Hot Girl Summer Tour on June 21st, marking the first time she witnessed her headline a show. The night was a significant one, not just for the fans but […]

Coppin State University has been awarded $34,992 from the U.S. Department of State’s Increase and Diversity Education Abroad for U.S. Students (IDEAS) Program, per a release obtained by HBCU Pulse. With this grant, Coppin State and 36 other U.S. colleges and universities were selected to develop and enhance their study abroad programs, fostering international engagement […]

The latest episode of “Power Book 2: Ghost” gave fans more than just intense drama and high-stakes action. In a surprising twist, the show paid homage to Atlanta-based HBCU Clark Atlanta University with a brief shoutout that left HBCU viewers buzzing. Season 4 began with great excitement, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the original “Power” […]

Former Jackson State star Angel Jackson has inked a deal to play with the Faenza women’s basketball team in Faenza, Italy. The signing was announced on Thursday through a tweet from Basketball Inside, which Jackson herself retweeted, confirming her next career move. Jackson’s transition to international play comes after being drafted by the two-time defending […]

Florida A&M University has received a stern warning from the State University System (SUS) Board of Governors regarding the performance of its law and nursing programs per a report by the Florida Phoenix. Alan Levine, vice chair of the SUS Board, expressed his readiness to vote for removing the law school from FAMU if bar-passage […]

Dr. Marion Ross Fedrick released a farewell message as she steps down as Albany State University’s president after seven years in the position. She announced in February that she would be stepping down as president to embark on a new journey as executive vice president and chief of staff to President Blake at Georgia State […]

If you could pick any celebrity to be your professor in college, who would it be? We often see hypothetical stories of some of our favorite celebrities gracing our beloved HBCUs with their presence. But did you know some celebrities have actually taught at HBCUs? Here is a list of celebrities you didn’t know taught […]

The best description of episode 3 of College Hill: Celebrity Edition season 3 is “the calm before the storm”. This episode was a bit of a different vibe from the previous episodes that mainly featured Karlous Miller making the entire class uncomfortable and Saucy Santana being childish over a toy doll. Even amongst the moments […]

Despite the varied discussions behind the failed $237 million donation by Gregory Gerami, Florida A&M president Dr. Larry Robinson still enjoys significant support amongst Rattler Nation. Per a recording obtained by the Tallahassee Democrat, at the FAMU Foundation Board’s general meeting on May 31, he garnered a vote of confidence during the National Alumni Association […]

Two Alabama HBCUs, Miles Colleges and Alabama A&M University, are in a negotiation battle to acquire the recently closed Birmingham-Southern College campus. Both schools put in offers to acquire the vacant campus this month. Miles College was the first of the two HBCUs to submit a letter of intent (LOI) to start negotiating a possible […]

University of Virgin Islands Athletic Direcot Dr. Karen Carty has been named named the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC) Athletics Director of the Year. She wins the award in her first year at the institution. The announcement was made last week at the conference’s annual year-end business meeting by Dr. Kiki Barker-Barnes. “It is a […]

Florida A&M running back Kelvin Dean Jr. is looking for help after his SWAC Championship ring was stolen on Monday. Dean has been the victim of burglaries twice in the last month and a half. Dean took to X Tuesday around 5 a.m., stating that his car had been broken into for the second time. […]

Tennessee State University, where “excellence is a habit,” is located right in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, also known as “Music City.” With a name like that, no wonder Tennessee State University is the home of the Grammy Award-winning TSU Aristocrat of Bands marching band. It seems like musical greatness comes from Tennessee State. Look […]

Doug Williams, an HBCU legend and a trailblazer in the NFL, has once again made history. The Washington Commanders recently announced Williams’ promotion to the position of Senior Advisor to the General Manager, further solidifying his legacy in professional football. The Grambling State legend has been with the Commanders since 2014, initially joining as a personnel […]

The Tennessee State University Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Ronald Johnson as the Interim President, per a statement by the institution obtained by HBCU Pulse. Johnson will begin his tenure on July 1, 2024. Dr. Johnson brings nearly two decades of distinguished experience in higher education, particularly within the HBCU community. Previously, Dr. Johnson […]

Howard University’s  Women’s Basketball has landed a NIL deal with Black Girl Vitamins. Black Girl Vitamins is a Black woman-focused wellness brand. The brand has entered into a multi-year partnership with the team, providing direct monetary sponsorship and essential vitamins to players and coaches. “Since its inception, Black Girl Vitamins has been at the forefront […]

On Tuesday, HBCU alumna and social entrepreneur Halleemah Nash took to her X account to allege that new Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick called her a racial slur when both were students at Duke University. Although she didn’t call Redick by name, she referenced him by his new position. “I’ve only been called the […]

Talladega College has named Dr. Walter M. Kimbrough as interim president of the college, effective immediately. Dr. Kimbrough succeeds former president Dr. Gregory Vincent, who resigned from the position earlier this month. Talladega College says that Dr. Kimbrough has a wealth of experience, a distinguished academic background, and a proven track record of leadership in […]