HBCU Articles - Page 48

Kenny Blakeney, head coach of Howard University’s basketball team, has a bold vision for Bison basketball. In a bid to ensure his program remains competitive in an increasingly stratified college athletics landscape, Blakeney is seeking $100 million from private investors, per extensive reporting by the Washington Post. “College athletics is a full-fledged business now,” Blakeney […]

Florida A&M running back Kelvin Dean has landed a NIL deal with Krispy Kreme through its Tallahassee chains. He made the announcement via his X account yesterday. Excited to announce my partnership with @krispykremetallahassee! Recieve an original glazed dozen for just $10.49 when you order a “Dean Dozen” at any Krispy Kreme Tallahassee location! Offer […]

Vice President Kamala Harris crossed the Alpha chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha during her time at Howard University. Throughout her career, Harris has always had the support of her sorority behind her, so when she announced her run for president, they were overjoyed. The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. headquarters is located in Chicago, and […]

Allen University athletic director Jasher Cox has announced his decision to step down from his position effective August 10, 2024. Cox will be heading to Notre Dame to take on the role of Director of Regional Development, per a post on his social media account. In a heartfelt statement released by Allen University’s athletic department, […]

College Hill: Celebrity Edition, season three has officially wrapped up, and we know who graduated and who the valedictorian is. While I’ve mentioned that this season’s entertainment value and cast vibes don’t quite match those of seasons one and two, I believe it still had its entertaining and touching moments, There were many great moments […]

Earlier this year, rapper Rick Ross’s son, William Roberts Jr., committed to playing football at Bethune-Cookman University. In a heated social media post, his mother, Tia Kemp, demanded that Ross cover the cost of their son’s bill as he heads to the university. Kemp wants Ross to cover the $209,931.58 bill for the team’s equipment, […]

Savannah State University’s Shannon Sharpe and Morehouse College’s Spike Lee are among the 100 HBCU alumni who have made the HBCU First LOOK “I Aspire” list. This list highlights 100 HBCU alumni who inspire the next generation of content creators across film, television, and digital platforms. The list was released yesterday by Miles Ahead Entertainment. […]

Retiring Chancellor Harold L. Martin Sr. of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is leaving the university with a bang. The North Carolina A&T endowment has exceeded $200 million, a nearly tenfold increase since Martin took over the university in 2009. As of June 30, the university has an endowment of $202 million, making […]

Former North Carolina A&T and Bears standout Tarik Cohen has announced his retirement from football, per a post by Adam Schefter on X. He informed the Jets of the decision and will retire effective immediately. Sources: Former Bears’ RB Tarik Cohen, who was attempting to come back from assorted knee injuries throughout his NFL career, […]

In a surprising turn of events, Howard University announced the cancellation of this year’s highly anticipated Tailgate Party, a highlight of the annual Homecoming celebrations. The cancellation comes amid the 100th anniversary of Howard Homecoming, a milestone that the university aims to honor with a more “unique and family-friendly” experience. The Tailgate Party, traditionally held […]

The Florida A&M University Board of Trustees recently reached a pivotal decision regarding the contract of newly appointed men’s basketball coach, Patrick Crarey II. This decision follows an intense deliberation process and addresses various concerns raised by both trustees and the university community. During a virtual meeting of the FAMU Direct Support Organization and Athletics […]

Every week I watch All American: Homecoming, hoping that I get the same feeling I used to get when I watched the first two seasons, but each time I end up disappointed. This episode almost had the potential to be great, but of course the writers had to go and mess it up. It’s like […]

We all know that going to college can be expensive. Things like tuition, room and board, and books can be costly. And if you attend college out of state, those costs can sometimes almost double. For some students, the cost of college tuition can be so high that they have to take semesters off or […]

Vice President Kamala Harris has added another Boulé to the campaign trail. Harris will deliver remarks at Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc.’s 60th International Biennial Boulé in Houston, Texas, on Wednesday, July 31. She will also be in Houston on Thursday to deliver the eulogy at the funeral of the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson. The […]

Hotties for Kamala Harris 2024! It seems like the Hot Girl coach herself, Megan Thee Stallion, will be joining Vice President Kamala Harris today in Atlanta at her rally for a special performance. Megan Thee Stallion is now added to the long list of celebrities who have endorsed Harris. She has received endorsements from Cardi […]

On Saturday at the Grand Boulé in Indianapolis, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated welcomed R&B singer Leela James as an honorary member. James was one of fifteen women honored by the sorority. Renowned actress and singer Tatyana Ali, R&B and neo-soul artist Angie Stone, and motivational speaker and philanthropist Wanda Durant were also honored by […]

On Saturday at the Grand Boulé in Indianapolis, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated welcomed Ashley Sharpton as an honorary member. Shapton was one of fifteen women honored by the sorority. Renowned actress and singer Tatyana Ali, R&B and neo-soul artist Angie Stone, and motivational speaker and philanthropist Wanda Durant were also honored by the sorority […]

Alabama State University is mourning the loss of Tiana Dye, a promising 21-year-old biochemistry major who was fatally stabbed on July 14 per a report by WVUA. Dye, who was set to become a senior this fall, aspired to a career in dermatology. The tragic incident occurred on Sunday morning at approximately 10:43 a.m. in […]

Former Jackson State standout Daja Woodard has signed with Patriotas de Lares in the Baloncesto Superior Nacional Femenino, per a report by the Clarion-Ledger’s J.T. Keith. Patriotas de Lares is in Puerto Rico’s premier professional women’s league. Woodard is the lastest former Jackson State women’s hoops player to continue their basketball career overseas. Angel Jackson, […]

Hampton University has been given the “all-clear” following a bomb threat that prompted an extensive investigation by university and local police departments on Friday, per reporting by local affiliates WAVY and 13 News Now. The threat, which specifically targeted The William R. Harvey Library and the University Dining Hall, led to the evacuation of all […]

CBS Sports has announced it will broadcast two highly anticipated HBCU rivalry games as part of its CBS Sports Classic: HBCU Showcase. The men’s college basketball doubleheader will take place on December 28, featuring North Carolina A&T facing off against North Carolina Central at 2 p.m. ET, followed by Hampton taking on Howard at 4 […]

On Saturday at the Grand Boulé in Indianapolis, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated welcomed three remarkable women into its esteemed ranks as honorary members. Renowned actress and singer Tatyana Ali, R&B and neo-soul artist Angie Stone, and motivational speaker and philanthropist Wanda Durant were among fifteen women honored by the sorority for their outstanding contributions […]

Colleges and universities around the nation often have tenured professors preparing students for life after college. Occasionally, these institutions invite celebrities and dignitaries to be guest lecturers, bringing unique insights and real-world experience to the classroom. Several celebrities stand out as ideal candidates for this role, especially at HBCU. Here are a few stars who […]

As the footballs season approaches, ESPN has unveiled its 2024 broadcast schedule for the SIAC. The schedule features 23 games, including the broadcast of the SIAC Championship on ESPNU. The 2024 schedule represents the fourth year of the conference media rights partnership, showcasing eagerly awaited games like the Fountain City Classic, Morehouse-Tuskegee Classic, and the […]

Savannah State women’s basketball star, Amari Heard has signed with KBF Bashkimi in Kosovo to begin her professional basketball career, as reported by local Savannah affiliate WTOC. The standout forward from West Point, Mississippi, finished her collegiate career with the Tigers this past season and looks to continue her basketball journey overseas. Heard burst onto […]

Florida A&M University men’s basketball team has bolstered its coaching staff with the addition of LeBrent Walker as an assistant coach, per a statement by the program. Walker’s brings a wealth of basketball experience, including a four-year stint with the LSU Tigers. Walker joins Florida A&M after a successful stint at Arizona Compass Prep, where […]

Livingstone College’s secret admirer has really outdone themselves this time. The college announced it has received a record-breaking $10 million donation from an anonymous donor, thus bringing the total from this donor to $17 million. The college has received seven $1 million donations in the last six months. The president of Livingstone College, Dr. Anthony […]

For many students, this fall semester will be the first time they step inside a college classroom, but for Georgia native NeeAli Scott, that won’t be the case. This past May, Scott earned her an associate’s degree from Savannah State University a month before she graduated high school. Scott was enrolled in a Dual Enrollment […]

Earlier this week, Vice President Kamala Harris made a stop in Houston as a stop on the campaign trail. Her stopping in Houston caused major excitement for Texas Southern University students as well as fellow Howard University alumna and Harris’s best friend, Melanie Miles. Harris is an alumna of Howard University, and HBCU students are […]

Can you believe we’re almost at the season finale of ‘College Hill: Celebrity Edition’? This season has flown by with all the excitement as we approach finals and graduation for the celebs. There are some interesting storylines to watch as we wrap things up—will Nick Young bounce back with his grades? Who’s going to be […]

After a prolific career at North Carolina Central, quarterback Davius Richard has secured his first professional football opportunity, signing with the Houston Roughnecks of the UFL per Kyle T. Mosley of Sports Illustrated HBCU Legends. Richard declared for the NFL Draft in January but went undrafted and will start his professional journey in the UFL, […]

I miss the old All American: Homecoming. We are three episodes into season 3, and the show is not doing it for me the way it used to. I think a lot of it has to do with the show’s ending; therefore, the writers didn’t have time to carefully think and plan out the storylines […]

Since announcing her run for president, Vice President Kamala has received an outpour of support from millions across the country. She raised over $82 million in donations for her campaign in 24 hours. Harris also secured enough delegate endorsements to claim the Democratic nomination in just two days. Not only does Harris have the support […]

Yesterday, Vice President Kamala Harris spoke to the ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. at their Grand Boulè in Indianapolis. Harris gave an electrifying speech, encouraging some 6,000 women to help her make history by voting for her in the upcoming election. Before withdrawing from the presidential election, President Joe Biden and the administration […]

Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry and head coach Steve Kerr have announced their support for Vice President Kamala Harris. The Golden State duo spoke about Harris’s candidacy during media availability for the 2024 Paris Olympics, signaling that they plan to vote for her in November. Per ESPN and Andscape’s Marc J. Spears, Steve Kerr […]

In a shocking turn of events, TMZ obtained footage of the infamous fight between Joseline Hernandez and Amber Rose from their time on ‘College Hill: Celebrity Edition’. The 53-second video, devoid of audio, shows Rose walking up to Hernandez and striking her repeatedly. Hernandez grabbed onto her and threw punches as the altercation was broken […]

Florida A&M University has named Florida A&M alumnus and former Pasco-Hernando State College President Dr. Tim Beard as interim president of the university. This announcement comes shortly after current Florida A&M President Dr. Larry Robinson resigned from the position last week. Dr. Beard holds a degree from Florida A&M and has held several positions at […]

In an appearance on ‘The Danza Project’ podcast, Charleston White broached the topic of Rick Ross’s son William Roberts III. Roberts recently committed to play at Bethune-Cookman University under head coach Raymond Woodie and White had several things to say about his decision, particularly Bethune-Cookman University. The conversation revolved around Rick Ross and his conflicts […]

Delaware State University’s president, Dr. Tony Allen, wrote a letter to the Biden administration to thank them for what they have done for HBCUs. This letter comes shortly after President Biden announced that he would not be seeking re-election in the upcoming election. Dr. Allen also mentioned Vice President Kamala in the letter as well. […]