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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 […]

Livingstone College has received yet another $1 million donation from an anonymous donor. This is the sixth donation to the college in the last year. This comes shortly after the college received a fifth $1 million donation earlier this month. Livingstone College President Anthony J. Davis shared how the donation will help the college move […]

We are t-minus 3 months away from every HBCU student, faculty, and alumni’s favorite time of year, homecoming season. Homecoming is the time to celebrate the legacy and traditions of our institutions. It is also a time for alumni to return to their beloved alma maters. Every year, each year school vies for the title […]

We’ll take two, please! Tennessee State University unveiled the first hockey jersey for an HBCU team. Tennessee State is the first HBCU to have a hockey team at its institution. The home blue jersey will be worn when the team debuts for the 2025–26 season. Tennessee State announced the establishment of the hockey team last […]

Kyra Harris Bolden made history this year when she became the youngest and first Black woman to be sworn in as an associate justice of the Michigan Supreme Court. Bolden has an extensive resume both inside and outside the courtroom, including being a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Bolden joined the Michigan Supreme […]

North Carolina A&T State University has received a generous $20 million donation from an anonymous donor. North Carolina A&T is one of the many HBCUs that has received large donations over the last few months. “We are deeply honored and grateful for this extraordinary gift,” said Kenneth E. Sigmon Jr., vice chancellor of University Advancement. […]

The Florida A&M University Board of Trustees has halted the contract approval of newly hired basketball coach Patrick Crarey. The Board of Trustees met on Monday to review and potentially approve a three-year contract valued at $450,000 – equating to $150,000 a year – signed by Crarey on April 17th to head the Rattlers men’s […]

College Hill: Celebrity Edition Season 3 continues the legacy of its predecessors, captivating viewers right from the start. The first episode of the show not only introduced the new cast at Xavier University of Louisiana for the season but also previewed the potential storylines to come. Among them, the antics of Saucy Santana and Karlous […]

Florida Memorial University President Jaffus Hardrick is stepping down from his position after five years of service. The Miami Herald reported the news and the information was confirmed by an email sent by FMU’s Board of Trustees to students, faculty, and staff on Sunday. Jaffus Hardrick’s tenure as president of Florida Memorial was marked by […]

Detroit Lions linebacker James Houston IV returned to Jackson State University to host a free football camp on campus and took the time to speak about his experience playing for the Tigers under Deion Sanders. Per comments obtained by WAPT, the experience was life-changing. James Houston has landed in Jackson🚀🚀 Ahead of Sunday’s football camp […]

Former North Carolina A&T defensive star Mac McCain has signed with the New Orleans Saints, per an announcement by the team on Thursday. McCain comes to the Saints after a stint with the Carolina Panthers last season. Welcome to New Orleans, Mac McCain 🫡 pic.twitter.com/DKsY20AijQ — New Orleans Saints (@Saints) June 20, 2024 According to […]

The Ken Griffey Jr.-backed HBCU Swingman Classic is returning for a second year and the MLB recently announced the rosters for the event, which is once again set to take place during MLB All-Star weekend. The Swingman Classic is set to feature 50 talented players from 16 Division 1 HBCUs. The HBCU Swingman Classic aims […]

Dr. Rochelle L. Ford, the eighth president of Dillard University, has announced her resignation effective July 1st per reporting by Gabriella Killett and Gordon Russell of NOLA.com. According to a university statement released on Friday, Dr. Ford is stepping down “to focus on her health and family.” According to Killett and Russell, Erroll Williams, the […]

Alabama A&M University (AAMU) Board of Trustees has announced a huge contract extension for President Dr. Daniel K. Wims through December 31, 2030. Dr. Daniel K. Wims became the president of AAMU in January 2022 after serving as Provost and Vice President of Research and Sponsored Programs for twelve years. Since taking on his presidential […]

In a unanimous decision, the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Council of Presidents and Chancellors has granted Commissioner Dr. Charles McClelland an eight-year contract extension. Announced on Friday morning, this extension will see McClelland at the helm through the 2032 academic year. Having joined as the sixth commissioner of the SWAC in the summer of 2018, […]

North Carolina A&T State University announced the appointment of Dr. James R. Martin II as its new chancellor. The University of North Carolina Board of Governors confirmed Martin’s election today upon the recommendation of UNC System President Peter Hans. Martin will officially assume his new role on August 15, succeeding Harold Martin Sr., who is […]

The Mideastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) & Norfolk State University has issued a response after track star Kai Cole revealed that he was unable to compete in the Olympic Trials. In May Cole, a Norfolk State track athlete, clinched his place at the Olympic Trials with an impressive showing at the MEAC Outdoor Championship. He achieved […]

College Hill: Celebrity Edition returns for its third season on BET+, seamlessly picking up where it left off. This year, six fresh faces join the cast, eager to embark on their college journey at Xavier University of Louisiana, renowned as one of the nation’s top HBCUs. The two-part premiere wasted no time diving into the […]

Indianapolis legend and Alabama A&M alumnus Robert Mathis has weighed in on the social media post that has had the HBCU community on fire for the past 24 hours. The official Indianapolis Colts X page shared a photo of linebacker Zaire Franklin displaying a fraternity hand sign, causing controversy as the sign was misinterpreted due […]

After an impressive performance at the MEAC Outdoor Track & Field Championships, star HBCU Sprinter Kai Cole is unable to participate in the Olympic Trials. In May Cole, a Norfolk State University track athlete, clinched his place at the Olympic Trials with an impressive showing at the MEAC Outdoor Championship. He achieved a remarkable time […]

Yesterday, the official Indianapolis Colts X page posted a picture of linebacker Zaire Franklin throwing up the hand sign for his fraternity, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated. Labeling the photo with the caption “Throw your 4s up.” Many people were outraged because, although Franklin’s number is 44, that is not what the hand sign represented. […]

School is officially in session for the season 3 cast of College Hill: Celebrity Edition. Season 2 of College Hill: Celebrity Edition was interesting, to say the least, with drama filling every episode, including the infamous fight (which none of us got to see). This new season follows previous seasons as it introduces us to […]

The ladies of the Phoenix Mercury channeled their inner “hot girl” last night when they joined Megan Thee Stallion on stage during her Hot Girl Summer Tour. The tour featuring Memphis rapper Gorilla stopped in the “Valley of the Sun” to perform at the Footprint Center in Phoenix. Players who attended last night’s show included […]

It’s a known fact that some of the greatest athletes that ever lived come from HBCUs. Dominating sports such as basketball, football, tennis, baseball, and track and field put on for the institutions from which they came. Some of these athletes have gone on to win Super Bowls, NBA championships, Grand Slam titles, World Series, […]

Congratulations to the class of 2024! You finally did it. Graduating is a major accomplishment, and you should be extremely proud of yourselves. Although graduating from college can be a very exciting experience, it can also be a scary one. Now that you’re done with school, the real world and its problems begin to set […]

Livingstone College received its fifth $1 million donation earlier last week. The anonymous donor has made four additional $1 million donations to the college since last October. During that time, Livingstone College president Dr. Anthony J. Davis stated that the initial $1 million donation was the largest individual gift from a non-alumnus in the college’s […]

On Monday, Morgan State University announced the hiring of tenured collegiate athletics professional Keisha Campbell as the new Senior Associate Athletics Director for Student Services. Campbell brings nearly 30 years of experience in athletics administration, combining extensive expertise with a passion for enhancing the student-athlete experience. In her new role, Campbell will oversee several key […]

Louis Hudnell, a founding member of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Incorporated, has passed away, leaving a legacy that will be remembered by many. The organization shared the news of his passing on various social media platforms, highlighting his contributions and impact within the fraternity.   “It is with deep sadness that Iota Phi Theta announces […]

Grambling State University will face off against the Ohio State Buckeyes in a history-making matchup in 2025, per an announcement by the Grambling State athletic department Monday afternoon. The upcoming game against the perennial championship-contending Buckeyes marks the Tigers’ inaugural face-off with them and Grambling’s first game against a Big 10 opponent. The newly scheduled […]