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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 […]

Broadcast on ESPN2, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff  defeated Prairie View A&M with a final score of 21-17. The Golden Lions’ defense held the Panthers to just 97 rushing yards, with junior defensive back Liam Lindo leading the charge, recording four tackles and one interception. UAPB had two players with more than eight […]

Clark Atlanta University just turned up the heat for homecoming! What started as a concert featuring Polo G and Skilla Baby has now blown up into something way bigger, with Jeezy, Rick Ross, and Lakeyah added to the lineup.  CAU’s homecoming week, running from October 13 through October 19 is already packed with excitement, but […]

During a rally in North Carolina, the vice president made an interesting HBCU prediction while greeting supporters. After meeting a supporter that mentions he also attended an HBCU, Harris replies, “You know we’re about to make the first HBCU presidency ever.” If elected, Harris will be the first president in history to attend an HBCU. […]

Grammy Award-winning rapper Megan Thee Stallion has something exciting coming soon for the Hotties! She is set to release a feature-length documentary for Amazon MGM Studios titled “Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words.” The documentary will give an inside look at Megan Thee Stallion, her life, and her journey to becoming one of the most […]

Grambling State University will host old rival Alcorn State in a showdown in Louisiana this Saturday. Alcorn State head football coach Cedric Thomas and GSU head coach Mickey Joseph discussed their upcoming matchup and the history of the rivalry during a coaches meeting. “The football field is still 100 yards and 53 and a third, […]

Florida A&M University  has added Giovanne Woods to finalize the rattlers’ men’s basketball coaching staff for this upcoming season. In a statement secured by HBCU Pulse,  head coach Patrick Crarey II praised the addition of Woods to his staff, highlighting his coaching abilities and the importance of bringing him on board. “Gio is a big-time […]

Delaware State University and the state of New York are making history by opening the first-ever HBCU Early College Prep High School. The school is set to open next fall in Southeast Queens. This revolutionary school will provide students with an educational experience that highlights the heritage and traditions of HBCUs. This innovative initiative comes […]

Due to the success of the first leg of the tour, the A Different World HBCU College Tour has officially been extended in an exclusive from PEOPLE confirmed. The second half of the tour will begin on Thursday, October 17 at Bowie State University. The original 10-day city tour has been extended due to popular […]

The hockey team at Tennessee State University could be in jeopardy before players even hit the ice. The team is facing a major financial crisis as the team prepares for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. According to a report, prompt action needs to be taken to ensure the team’s future success. The university officially announced last […]

The HBCU First LOOK Film Festival is back for its second year, and we are already in for a real treat! The festival announced today that Power Star Naturi Naughton-Lewis will be this year’s keynote speaker. Lewis will speak on power, passion, and perseverance. Last year’s moderator Loni Love will moderate the festival once again […]

North Carolina A&T State University is making headlines again with new rankings from Forbes magazine, showing that its graduates earn more than those of any other public HBCU in America.  N.C. A&T ranks third among all the University of North Carolina campuses included in Forbes’ “Best Colleges 2024” list. This recognition highlights the university’s ability […]

Cam Newton is joining Stephen A. Smith on First Take on a permanent basis. The former Carolina Panthers star and the host of the popular 4th & 1 podcast is joining First Take’s rotating crew of contributors that features Shannon Sharpe, Ryan Clark, and Chris “Mad Dog” Russo. ESPN announced the hiring of Newton on Thursday […]

Some parents come to their child’s HBCU to visit for homecoming. They might go to the game or walk around the tailgate, but imagine your dad being a part of your school’s homecoming concert line-up. Atlanta rapper and member of OutKast Big Boi is set to perform at his son’s homecoming concert. Big Boi’s son […]

Edward Waters University has been selected to host two NCAA Division II Championships. The 2027 NCAA Division II Women’s Volleyball Championship and the 2028 NCAA Division II Men’s & Women’s Outdoor Track & Field Championships will be hosted by the university. Additionally, the NCAA Division I Men’s & Women’s Outdoor Track & Field First Round […]

Colorado Buffaloes two-way star Travis Hunter has a close relationship with Deion Sanders. Hunter has cited several times how he looks up to the Pro Football Hall of Famer and immediately took the opportunity to play for him while he was still the coach of Jackson State. But, the relationship between the two is deeper […]

Winston-Salem State University has taken a historic step forward by announcing a groundbreaking partnership with NASCAR. This partnership positions the university as the only public institution in the nation with a motorsports management program supported by a NASCAR Campus Lab. This collaboration will transform WSSU’s College of Arts and Sciences, providing students with hands-on experience […]

Grambling State University is taking a major leap in supporting its student-athletes by announcing a new partnership with Influxer, an innovative platform designed to help HBCU athletes make the most of their name, image, and likeness (NIL). This collaboration allows Grambling’s athletes to create personalized, co-branded merchandise, offering fans exclusive ways to support their favorite […]

Former NFL MVP and host of the 4th & 1 podcast Cam Newton is set to join Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe on the campus of Tennessee State University on Friday’s edition of First Take. The popular ESPN morning show is continuing it’s most recent HBCU tour in the Land of Golden Sunshine as the Tigers […]

Journalist and Howard University alumnus Jim Trotter’s lawsuit against the NFL received a major update on Wednesday afternoon. Trotter took to his X account to announce that both he and the NFL have agreed to settle the lawsuit, with the league pledging to donate to Trotter’s scholarship for HBCU students. “The NFL and I have […]

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff defensive back and senior Kaleb Knox has been released from the hospital following suffering a scary injury last Saturday. According to Knox’s coach, he suffered some neck pain but was responsive and had some feeling in the lower half of his body. He is now back with his family […]

Chennis Berry and South Carolina State University dominated Tennessee Tech with a remarkable 465 total offensive yards, starting strong with 13 unanswered points in the first quarter. Quarterback Eric Phoenix, a transfer from Benedict College, led the charge, completing 17 of 31 passes for 412 yards and three touchdowns. This performance propelled him to the […]

The Florida A&M University (FAMU) Rattlers pulled off a significant upset against the Alabama State University (ASU) Hornets, winning 28-13 on homecoming day. The Rattlers took an early lead with a touchdown at 4:12 in the first quarter and maintained that advantage throughout the game. Quarterback Daniel Richardson led the Rattlers’ offense, completing 20 of […]

The pivotal matchup between Jackson State and Florida A&M that could possibly determine the next HBCU football champion is getting a huge broadcasting boost from ESPN. The game is slated to be broadcast on ESPNU after originally being announced as an ESPN+ broadcast before the season. The matchup between the two programs has generated significant […]

Jackson State University secured an exhilarating 45-38 victory over Alabama A&M in the Gulf Coast Challenge at Ladd-Peebles Stadium on Saturday night, showcasing a thrilling matchup in the Southwestern Athletic Conference. The game kicked off with Jackson State establishing dominance, scoring 21 points in the first quarter while limiting the Bulldogs to just a field […]