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Colorado head coach Deion Sanders took to his social media account to speak about Eddie George’s departure from Tennessee State to become the head coach of Bowling Green University. The former Jackson State coach, who’s entering his third season with the Buffaloes in the Fall, had nothing but love for George on his career move. […]

Michael Vick is only a few months into his tenure with Norfolk State and he’s already fielded a question about if his Spartans will one day face off against Deion Sanders’s Colorado Buffaloes in the near future. The question came in an early February interview with Dan Patrick on his eponymous show. Vick thought about […]

“Deep Azure,” a stage play written by the late Chadwick Boseman, is coming to Howard University for one night only. Fellow Howard alum Phylicia Rashad will serve as a creative consultant for the event, which will take place at the Howard Theatre on March 27 at 7:30 p.m. and be directed by NSangou Njikam, a […]

The HBCU First LOOK Film Festival is returning to Howard University for the 3rd year in a row. With the goal to “Elevate Future Storytellers” the festival has added its new Global Impact category for participants to submit films. Submissions opened March 5 and will be accepted through August 28. The festival’s reach is increased […]

Former HBCU national championship-winning coach Broderick Fobbs has landed a new FBS job as he joins South Alabama as running backs coach. The announcement was made by South Alabama head football coach Major Applewhite via a press release on Tuesday. Fobbs is a seasoned coach with a proven track record of success in HBCU football. […]

Two more suspects have been arrested in the hazing death of HBCU student Caleb Wilson. 28-year-old Isaiah Smith surrendered to Baton Rouge Police on Tuesday and is expected to be booked into East Baton Rouge Parish Prison, according to a police spokesperson. Smith, a graduate student at Southern University, has been charged with felony hazing, […]

After four seasons as Tennessee State’s head coach, Eddie George has left the Tigers to take over as the new head coach at Bowling Green University. The process moved swiftly—George reportedly interviewed for the position on Friday, was named a top candidate by ESPN’s Pete Thamel on Saturday, and was announced to have accepted the […]

Michael Vick has taken another huge recruiting swing this Spring, as his Norfolk State Spartans have offered a scholarship to the son of former Philadelphia Eagles star Donovan McNabb. The news was announced by McNabb’s son Donovan McNabb Jr. on his X account on Monday afternoon. AGTG After a great conversation with @MichaelVick I am […]

Howard University and Morehouse College are set to continue their HBCU rivalry in the HBCU NY Classic this Fall, per a report by Sports Illustrated-HBCU Legends. The two premier institutions have faced off in the HBCU NY Classic over the past few years with the game being broadcast on CNBC and Peacock. The game will […]

The unsanctioned fraternity ritual that likely killed Southern University student Caleb Wilson has been revealed. According to a warrant obtained by police, Wilson and other pledges of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. were instructed to meet at a warehouse in Baton Rouge and change into grey sweatpants.  The pledges were then lined up and punched […]

Throughout his life, Jaden Lucas Miller, a student at North Carolina A&T University, has always had a talent for acting.. Growing up, he attended the Raleigh Little Theatre and the North Raleigh Arts and Creative Theatre. Now a college freshman, Miller has landed a role on the CBS soap opera “Beyond The Gates.” “I have […]

When asked why they chose their HBCU, alumni often give a detailed response, usually ending with the phrase, “I didn’t choose my HBCU, my HBCU chose me.” Mark Anthony Green, the talented GQ wordsmith who has since become a celebrated writer and director, offered a response to why he attended Morehouse College that is both […]

The Dallas Cowboys have sprung forward with their first NFL free agency move. They’re bringing back valuable secondary piece Markquese Bell on a three-year deal. ESPN NFL insider Jeremy Fowler reported the news Sunday. Bell’s signing arrives ahead of the league’s legal tampering period — which starts up league free agency every year. Fowler adds that […]

New Bowling Green head coach Eddie George has broken his silence about his departure from Tennessee State. In a press release issued by the Falcons announcing George as their 21st head football coach, he shared a few words about his departure. “There is never a good time for retirement or making a transition, moving on […]

Ohio State football will watch a Buckeyes legend take over Bowling Green. Eddie George is taking the head coaching reins for the Falcons, with the news emerging Sunday. College football insider Pete Thamel first reported the hire. Thamel adds that George’s first BG contract will run five years. The university also announced the hire at […]

Eddie George, Heisman trophy winner and former NFL star, will now become the next head football coach at Bowling Green State University, according to The Blade. ESPN’s Pete Thamel reports it’s a five-year contract. George was in his fifth season at FCS Tennessee State, where he helped the Tigers have one of their best years […]

Tennessee State’s Eddie George is emerging as a hot commodity in the football coaching world. The former Heisman Trophy winner has built an HBCU and FCS Power with the Tigers that saw his team win a share of the OVC-Big South Championship and an FCS Playoff. Now, he’s on the radar for open coaching vacancies […]

Bowling Green football holds this rare, yet unfortunate title. The Falcons are the only Football Bowl Subdivision team without a head coach. And the program is heading toward the month spring football takes shape across the college football landscape. The job became vacated after head coach Scot Loeffler left for the NFL. Loeffler is joining […]

Former HBCU football coaching star turned UNLV offensive coordinator Brennan Marion has only been at Sacramento State for a couple of months and is already making headlines with a high-powered recruiting visit from a five-star quarterback. Per On3’s Pete Nakos, 5-star quarterback Ryder Lyons made a visit to Sacramento State today. Lyons is a highly […]

A Southern University alumnus and Omega Psi Phi member have been arrested in the hazing death of Caleb Wilson. According to a report by AP, Baton Rouge police have charged 23-year-old Caleb McCray with criminal hazing and manslaughter. His bond is set at $75,000 for the manslaughter charge and $25,000 for the hazing charge. A […]

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) rejected the university’s appeal earlier this week.In the interim, Saint Augustine announced they are going to push for a 90-day arbitration process to ensure students graduating in May 2025 graduate from an accredited university. “We have made substantial progress and are confident that our […]

As the investigation into the death of HBCU student Caleb Wilson at Southern University continues, ten people may face charges. This new revelation comes as more information has been revealed about the hazing ritual that led to Wilson’s death, per an investigative report by WBRZ. A source told WBRZ that during the unsanctioned event, pledges […]

The Magic City Classic is poised to get even bigger, as Amazon has been officially announced as the title sponsor for the Magic City Classic. Beginning in 2025, the game will officially be called the “Amazon Magic City Classic, presented by Coca-Cola.” The Magic City Classic, held annually at Legion Field in Birmingham, is a […]

On Thursday, Prarie View A&M announced that famed sports media personality Bomani Jones will address the undergraduates at the institution’s 143rd Spring Commencement Convocation. The two-day event is scheduled for May 16 and 17 at the William “Billy” J. Nicks, Sr. Building, also known as the Baby Dome. Jones is set to address undergraduate students […]

The University of Washington has named Robert J. Jones as its 34th president, making history as the first African American to lead the institution. Announced on February 3, 2025, Jones will officially step into the role on August 1, following President Ana Mari Cauce’s tenure. Jones brings a wealth of leadership experience, most recently serving […]

Bethune-Cookman University is making a big move in its athletics program, thanks to a $100,000 donation from USTA Florida. This generous contribution, which was presented on Friday, Feb. 28, will help build the Wildcats’ first-ever on-campus tennis courts, an exciting milestone for student-athletes and the program as a whole. The check presentation took place at […]

Texas Congressman Al Green is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. Representative Al Green recently captured attention by interrupting President Donald Trump’s address to Congress. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. released a statement in support of Rep. Green: “Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. applauds Alpha Brother Rep. Al Green’s courage and conviction to […]

Earlier this week, Amber Rose made an appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast. While on the podcast, she spoke on the notorious fight between her and Joseline Hernandez that happened during Season 2 of College Hill: Celebrity Edition, which took place at Alabama State University. According to Rose, Hernandez wanted a sexual relationship […]

HBCU star Carson Vinson was the only HBCU player invited to the 2025 NFL Combine this year and he certainly made his mark in his monumental opportunity to impress NFL scouts. The Alabama A&M offensive lineman posted a 5.12-second time in the 40-yard dash, with a 10-yard split of 1.80 seconds, ranking 10th fastest in […]

Last month, Morehouse College alum and Atlanta Falcons part-owner Rashaun Williams pledged to donate his entire salary for the next four years to Morehouse. In a recent interview, Williams explains why he chose to donate his entire salary to his alma mater. Williams and fellow Morehouse alum Bryan Rand were both honored with the Benny […]

In a recent appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s Club Shay Shay podcast, Amber Rose spoke in detail about her issues with Joseline Hernandez and their infamous fight that occurred during Season 2 of College Hill: Celebrity Edition at Alabama State University. Per Rose, Hernandez attempted to pursue a sexual relationship with her while they were filming the […]

DeSean Jackson may have found his quarterback at Delaware State days before the start of Spring practices. Michigan quarterback Anthony Arnou has announced his intentions to transfer to the Hornets following his graduation this Spring. “I’m extremely grateful for my time at the University of Michigan, but at this time I’d like to announce that […]

DeSean Jackson is gearing up for his first Spring football season as the head coach of Delaware State and Deion Sanders sent him some encouragement via social media. Sanders has been openly supportive of both Vick and Jackson since they assumed their positions at their HBCU football programs and the love continued early Tuesday. Jackson […]

Former HBCU running back Bhayshul Tuten made headlines with his amazing NFL Combine performance that very well could land him on a team this Spring. Tuten clocked 4.32 seconds in the 40-yard dash, the fastest time among all running backs at this year’s combine. His time marked the fourth-fastest for a running back in combine […]

Fisk University gymnastics made history on Friday, February 28th as they beat Southeast Missouri and the University of Bridgeport at Cape Girardeau, Missouri, The victory marked the first time that an HBCU gymnastics team defeated a Division 1 and Division 2 program. The Lady Bulldogs earned a team score of 194.600, narrowly surpassing Southeast Missouri […]

Although Travis Hunter is over a month from being drafted into the NFL, Travis Hunter is sill speaking highly of his HBCU experience at Jackson State. In comments at the Emerging G.O.A.T. Award” at View Pointe Hall in Louisville, Kentucky, Hunter talked about his experience with Deion Sanders at Jackson State. Travis Hunter speaks on his […]

Southern University has halted membership intake for all Greek-lettered organizations following the death of Caleb Wilson. Wilson was pledging the Beta Sigma chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. when he died during an unsanctioned fraternity ritual. On Tuesday, Southern University released a statement obtained by WAFB surrounding Wilson’s death. Hazing is a direct violation […]

Late last month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture temporarily suspended the 1890 National Scholars Program. This scholarship provides substantial financial support to students attending land-grant HBCUs. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has since resumed the scholarship program. Prior to the suspension, 16 HBCU students from Virginia State University had already received the comprehensive scholarships, per […]

New information surrounding the tragic death of Southern University Caleb Wilson has been released. According to recent reports, members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. allegedly lied to police about where the death of Williams took place. It was originally reported that Wilson and other pledges were in a park at the time of his […]