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After suffering a 28-21 loss to Miles College in the previous week’s matchup, the Allen University Yellow Jackets (7-2) bounced back and delivered an impressive performance against the Edward Waters Tigers (5-4) on Saturday afternoon, securing a dominant 59-21 victory in the AME Classic. This triumph marks only the second time since 1963 that the […]

In the latest vlog-style video from Deion Sanders Jr., it appeared that a few Colorado Buffaloes football players had their jewelry stolen from the Rose Bowl bowl locker room following their 28-16 loss to the UCLA Bruins. Sanders Jr. posted about the incident in promotion of his latest video on the Well Off Media YouTube. […]

The scorching October heat foreshadowed a hard-fought battle, with both teams struggling to reach 20 points by the game’s end. Such contests suit the Howard University Bison well, as they emerged victorious with a 17-10 triumph over the Delaware State Hornets on October 28th in Dover, DE, securing a 2-0 record in conference play this […]

Ken Griffey Jr. son and Florida A&M defensive back Tevin Griffey had an amazing night during homecoming in front of a national TV audience. Griffey nabbed a pick-six that he returned for 10-yards to make the score 46-7 with 1:35 left in the game. The Rattler homecoming crowd went wild and his dad was on […]

The Benedict College Tigers continue their winning streak, triumphing over the resilient Savannah State Tigers with a score of 38-17. With a flawless 9-0 record, Benedict stands as the only undefeated team in the SIAC conference, making a resounding statement that they are a force to be reckoned with in the playoffs. This game held […]

In a game that started out as a defensive battle, Alabama State triumphed over Alabama A&M in the Magic City Classic, 31-16. The Alabama A&M Bulldogs, best known for their offensive firepower, could not move the ball effectively against the Hornets, especially in the second half. This year was the 87th meeting between Alabama State […]

Fayetteville State won against Shaw University with a score of 21-14. The game-winning moment happened when quarterback Joe Owens threw a 60-yard touchdown pass to Nigel Fitzgerald with only 20 seconds left on the clock. Fitzgerald, who finished the game with four catches for 91 yards, spoke about the game-winning touchdown postgame per a quote […]

Florida A&M alumnus and Birmingham native Roy Wood Jr. had a hilarious response to Mayor Randall Woodfin’s advisory rules for the Magic City Classic. The classic, the most attended HBCU game of the year, is a cultural touchpoint in the Birmingham area. Fans from around the nation come down to partake in the festivities. Woodfin, […]

On Hampton University’s homecoming, the Pirates’ football team survived a tough battle against their lone CAA HBCU rival, the North Carolina A&T Aggies. The final score of 26-24 was a result of a penalty-filled, mistaken-laden fiasco from both teams in all three phases of the game. After an abysmal couple of weeks, the Pirates finally […]

Eddie George and Tennessee State dominated Lindenwood from the start to the finish of the Saturday afternoon contest, securing the team’s first winning season since 2017. The Tigers were clicking on all cylinders, completely taking over the game at all three phases. The Tigers deployed a two-quarterback system that yielded 298 total passing yards on […]

Jackson State soccer player and football punter/kicker Leilani Armenta just made history again in Jackson State’s 40-14 rout of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Armenta is now the first woman in Division I football to score a point and the second female player in college football to score a point, following Shaw University […]

Every year since the Celebration Bowl was created in 2015 there’s seemingly a conversation about if HBCUs would fare better competing in the NCAA Division I FCS Playoffs. Many believe it’s a better opportunity for athletes to take the field against high-quality competition, an often-discussed condemnation of the level of play in HBCU football. Others […]

Bowie State University’s study program for incarcerated individuals in Maryland has garnered significant attention since its launch in January 2022. The program, which has been immensely successful, recently caught the eye of CBS News, leading to a feature on the university’s partnership with Jessup Correctional Institute. Expanding its reach, the program is now accepting 10 […]

Maker’s Mark, the renowned Bourbon whiskey brand, is teaming up with Morehouse alumnus Harold H. Montgomery Jr. and Spelman alumna D’Angela Proctor to create a special bourbon edition dedicated to honoring HBCUs. This collaboration aims to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and legacy of these esteemed institutions. According to a feature report by Elizabeth Ayoola […]

Howard University is forming an ice skating team per a report by U.S. Figure Skating. The team was founded by Maya James and Cheyenne Walker, two Howard students who have been involved in the sport since they were children. The duo made the choice of attending Howard instead of other institutions that already had Ice Skating […]

Eddie George has seen immense success this season at the helm of the Tennessee State Tigers but his former Titans teammates already knew that greater was coming for the former Heisman winner. In an article in The Tennessean written by Mike Organ entitled, “Eddie George’s TSU success no shock for Jeff Fisher, ex-Tennessee Titans teammates”, […]

Eddie George’s coaching tenure at Tennesee State University caused his former Titans head coach Jeff Fisher to become a fan of HBCU football. The Tennessean published a feature article written by Mike Organ entitled, “Eddie George’s TSU success no shock for Jeff Fisher, ex-Tennessee Titans teammates” that outlines the support that his former teammates and […]

As Benedict Colleges heads to Georgia to play Savannah State, it will be a homecoming for head coach Chennis Berry. Berry is a Savannah State University alum, graduating with a bachelor’s in business administration. Berry returns to Savannah State at the top of the HBCU world. According to the latest AFCA Coaches Poll, the Benedict […]

The latest Division II rankings from the ESPN Band of the Year committee dropped exclusively on HBCU Gameday and Winston Salem State University’s Red Sea of Sound is now ranked #1. The rankings have been narrowed down to the top 10 bands with WSSU jumping up from #10 to #1 since the last rankings were posted in September. They […]

Tuskegee University has made history by announcing that the entire men’s and women’s basketball regular season will be broadcast through the Golden Tigers Sports Network (GTSN). Starting with the 2023-24 season, fans and supporters of Tuskegee University will have the opportunity to watch a full season of basketball games streamed live for the first time […]

North Carolina Central University dominated the South Carolina State University Bulldogs in a high-scoring game, securing a resounding 62-28 victory. The Eagles’ offense put on a remarkable display, led by senior quarterback Davius Richard, who finished the game with 352 passing yards and delivered five passing touchdowns and two rushing touchdowns. The game saw North […]

Kim Godwin, an alumna of Florida A&M University and the president of ABC News has been chosen to address the Fall graduates of Morgan State University during their upcoming commencement. The university made an official statement confirming this news that was obtained by HBCU Pulse. As the first Black woman to hold the position of […]

This Saturday, the Savannah State Tigers (2-6) will host the undefeated Benedict College (8-0). However, their recent performances tell different stories. Savannah State has struggled, losing five of their last six games, including a 14-21 defeat against Tuskegee University. Benedict College, however, is soaring high, coming off a convincing 63-14 win against Kentucky State University […]

Hampton and North Carolina A&T’s football teams square off Saturday, Oct. 28 during the Pirate’s homecoming celebration. As the only HBCUs in the Coastal Athletic Association, the game means more to players and fans alike than just an intra-conference showdown. “We know it’s their homecoming, so there’s going to be a lot of excitement around […]

North Carolina A&T University is among the top HBCUs in the country. Part of the university’s prominence lies in its active alumni base. Any HBCU event is bound to be populated by people adorned in blue and yellow, likely chanting “Aggie Pride” to all who are near. Graduates from the university dominate in all professional […]

The art form of storytelling has been around since the beginning of time and continues to grow as time continues. HBCUs have produced some of the most influential storytellers that the world has ever known. Authors like Toni Morrison and Alice Walker come from HBCUs. In this HBCU Success Story, we are going to highlight […]

In Jim Trotter’s latest piece for The Athletic entitled “Jackson State has moved on from Deion Sanders, but his shadow still lingers”, head coach T.C. Taylor spoke about succeeding Deion Sanders and the expectation for the Tigers. “If I was trying to be [Deion Sanders], I couldn’t be as good as I was going to […]

North Carolina Central head coach Levelle Moton compared the transfer portal to the crack-cocaine epidemic of the 1980s during MEAC Men’s Basketball Media Day. The comparison was interesting, to say the least and signals that he isn’t a fan. “I’m a housing project kid. I remember the drug epidemic. It reminds me of when crack […]

The latest rankings from the ESPN Band of the Year committee dropped exclusively on HBCU Gameday and North Carolina A&T’s Blue & Gold Marching Machine is now ranked #1. The rankings have been narrowed down to the top 10 bands with the Aggies jumping up from #2 to #1 since the last rankings were posted […]

Journalist and Howard University alumnus Jim Trotter recently published an article in The Athletic about Jackson State in their post-Deion Sanders era. The article, entitled “Jackson State has moved on from Deion Sanders, but his shadow still lingers”, chronicles Jackson State after their 24-19 loss to Alabama State during their homecoming. The Alabama State vs. […]

Eddie George and Tennessee State are riding high as they head into the final weeks of the season. The team is 5-2 heading into week 9 with their only loss to an FCS opponent coming to #13 ranked UT Martin. Although Tennessee State is unranked in the latest AFCA FCS polls, they could have a […]

SiriusXM & Pandora recently held their “HBCU Popout” event at Morehouse College’s homecoming, per a report and feature interview by Black Enterprise. The event featured an evening full of music, giveaways, and an exclusive performance by Grammy-award-winning Roc Nation artist Ambré. Nicole Hughey, senior vice president, head of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) and social […]

Grambling State University President Rick Gallot has been selected as the new President of the University of Louisiana System, per a statement by the system obtained by HBCU Pulse. The decision was made unanimously by the Board of Supervisors during a meeting on Wednesday. Dr. Gallot will assume his new role on January 1, succeeding […]

The NCAA released its first Division II rankings based on the first eight weeks of the season and three HBCUs were listed. The SIAC and CIAA both compete in Super Region II and the rankings featured undefeated Benedict College, reigning CIAA champion Fayetteville State, and consistently dominant Fort Valley State. Not listed, however, is Virginia […]

Benedict College defensive lineman Loobert Denelus and North Carolina Central quarterback Davius Richard have been named finalists for the 2023 William V. Campbell Trophy, according to a release by the National Football Foundation. Denelus and Richard are among the 16 total finalists selected for this prestigious award. The William V. Campbell Trophy is presented annually […]

Valdosta State University has released a statement following the conclusion of the institution’s investigation into former Jackson State baseball player Asher Akridge who transferred to Valdosta State and was forced to cut his hair. The full statement is below: In response to a video posted online on or around Aug. 22, 2023, Valdosta State University (VSU) initiated […]

Coppin State University has received a $1 million award from the U.S. Department of Education, per a statement from the institution obtained by HBCU Pulse. The award will support a program called Project POSE, which aims to improve reading, math, and social-emotional outcomes for school-age children with disabilities in Maryland. The program will provide comprehensive […]

Black-owned apparel company the HBCU Culture Shop will now be available at Target, making it the first-ever black-owned HBCU clothing brand to be sold at the popular department store chain per a feature report on the business by local Tampa affiliate WFLA. The business is owned by Danielle Riley and Stephanie Walters. The HBCU Culture […]

The highly anticipated HBCU Power Awards is set to take place on Friday, October 27, at Morehouse College, per a statement obtained by HBCU Pulse. This prestigious event, founded by Sundance film producer and event producer Jash’d Kambui Belcher (Morehouse College class of 1999), aims to honor the remarkable achievements of HBCU alumni and supporters […]