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After police launched an investigation into the Colorado football players’ jewelry getting stolen at the Rose Bowl during the team’s matchup against UCLA, several items have been returned and suspects have emerged. Per a report by The Athletic, the police received several calls to their tip line have led to important leads in the investigation, […]

The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference witnessed a fierce battle for positioning, with Howard and South Carolina State vying for dominance. A win for Howard would have solidified their tie for first place with North Carolina Central, while South Carolina State sought to shake up the standings and improve their conference record to 2-1. As you might […]

Deacon Jones, an alumnus of South Carolina State and Mississippi Valley State, is renowned for his formidable defense. Standing at an impressive 6’4″ and weighing 272 pounds, Jones was not only a skilled pass rusher, but also possessed the agility to match the running backs he faced. His exceptional abilities caught the attention of the […]

In an exciting matchup this weekend, Tennessee State will take on Charleston Southern, led by former Albany State head coach Gabe Giardina. Tennessee State is looking to maintain its momentum from last week’s dominant performance against Lindenwood, in which their 43-20 victory helped them secure their first winning season since 2017. Eddie George has done […]

It’s a widely held belief by HBCU alumni that football players for black college programs are the best in the FCS. Now, there’s data to prove it per a report by Pro Football Focus. The report conducted an in-depth analysis of the performance of FCS football stars, evaluating players based on their on-field play rather […]

As ESPN First Take is set to do back-to-back live shows at Savannah State University and Winston-Salem State University, Brandy Tate is set to lead the charge. Tate is the director of First Take and a Tennessee State University alumna who’s been with ESPN for years as a director. Tate spoke about the significance of […]

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have launched their 2024 reelection campaign with full force, intensifying their outreach to HBCUs. On Friday, the Biden-Harris campaign unveiled a new ad titled “Possibilities,” which highlights the administration’s commitment to HBCUs through the allocation of billions in federal funding. The ad was first seen exclusively on The Grio. This […]

Tuskegee University’s Ninth President, Charlotte P. Morris, is set to retire next spring, per a statement obtained by HBCU Pulse. Morris has served in various capacities at Tuskegee in her 40 years at the institution. She was appointed as the 9th president of the university on August 1, 2021. To prepare for the transition, the […]

Bethune-Cookman University claimed their first conference victory of the season, defeating Mississippi Valley State 20-7. The Wildcats wasted no time in getting on the scoreboard, scoring in the opening quarter after Tink Boyd caught a 41-yard pass from quarterback Mar’Kai Shaw following a fourth-down stop. With 7:27 left in the first quarter, BCU took an […]

Defensive lineman Terrell Allen is on pace to make Tennessee State history, per a report by The Tennesseean. Allen has had an amazing season at the helm of Tennessee State’s tenacious pass defense, totaling 13.5 total sacks entering Week 10. He currently ranks third on Tennessee State’s all-time list for most sacks in a single […]

LeBron James once again showed love to Florida A&M by rocking Orange & Green-inspired LeBron 7’s during the Lakers’ victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday night. The King in the FAMU LeBron 7’s tonight! 👑🐍#FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp 🐍 pic.twitter.com/Lsbj1XVlTv — Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) October 31, 2023 This display of […]

North Carolina A&T has officially announced the date of their highly anticipated homecoming game in 2024. Known as the “Greatest Homecoming on Earth,” this extraordinary event will captivate attendees on October 19th, 2024. The institution revealed the exciting news across its multiple social media platforms, creating a buzz among eager Aggies and the wider community. […]

During Jason Weaver’s “From Dream to Screen” entertainment masterclass that started on October 28th and concluded on November 1st, South Carolina State students were able to hear from veteran actor Orlando Jones on Wednesday. The pairing of Jones and Weaver in the masterclass is significant, as both starred in the 2002 HBCU classic “Drumline” opposite […]

Under the direction of Chennis Berry & Teddy Keaton, Benedict College & Allen Univeristy have become kings in the SIAC football landscape. For years, the SIAC has been largely dominated by three powers: Tuskegee University, Albany State University, and Fort Valley State University. The three programs have been led at one time or another by […]

In an interview with Essence, EARTHGANG, the Atlanta-originated rap group, reminisced on their college experience at Hampton University. Fresh off their EP Rip Human Art, the duo discussed the impact Hampton thad on their creative thought processes. EARTHGANG is a rap group that currently releases music under the Dreamville music label, famously owned by hip-hop legend J. Cole. Doctur […]

For the first time in school history, the Hampton Pirates football team will play in Maine against the University of Maine Black Bears on Nov. 4. The Pirates, coming off an electric victory over North Carolina A&T, will enter the matchup carrying a 4-4 overall record. More importantly, they currently sit at 2-3 against fellow […]

On Saturday, the undefeated Benedict College Tigers (9-0) are poised to finish their remarkable season as they host the formidable Allen University Yellow Jackets (7-2). This game holds significance for both teams – the Benedict College Tigers have been a force to be reckoned with throughout the season, while the Allen University Yellow Jackets are […]

South Carolina State University has recently been awarded a generous grant of $200,000 from Aflac as part of its CareGrant program, per a report by the Post & Courier. This program aims to assist individuals burdened with medical debt and support organizations that strive to improve medical outcomes. The grant, which was received on October […]

The NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars recently had the privilege of hosting the Second Annual HBCU Careers in Sports event, per a statement by the team obtained by HBCU Pulse. This event was designed for current and alumni HBCU students who are interested in pursuing careers in the sports industry. It took place on October 20th, the […]

The latest rankings for the ESPN Band of the Year National Championships have been publicly released, according to a report by HBCU Gameday. As always, each HBCU Marching Band in Division I and Division II will present a performance to a committee consisting of esteemed current and former Band Directors. The committee will evaluate the […]

North Carolina A&T University’s homecoming got off to a rough start when vandals targeted the school’s entrance sign, as reported by HBCU Gameday. While homecoming is typically a time of unity and celebration, this act of vandalism has left some with mixed feelings. The sign had a green line of spray paint crossed through the […]

After years of injury and rehabilitation, NFL running back Tarik Cohen is nearly ready to set foot on an NFL field once again. Cohen, a former running back for the North Carolina A&T State Aggies, signed with his hometown Carolina Panthers in September as a member of the practice squad. Cohen was an elite prospect […]

Filmmakers Brandon and Ashley Dante Deese, both talented professionals who studied in New York City, are currently working on a documentary called “Our Blues Make Us Gold” that tells the captivating story of North Carolina A&T, per a feature report by MyFox8. The documentary aims to showcase both the triumphs and challenges faced by this […]

Behold the green and gold! Norfolk State University is one of the largest HBCUs in the state of Virginia. NSU is one of the top 25 HBCUs in the country according to the latest U.S News and World Report ranking. This HBCU has produced some of the most successful black media professionals and entrepreneurs in […]

Rayquan Smith, a running back and kick returner for Virginia State University, is beginning his own Name, Image, and Likeness service. The “King of NIL” is a co-founder of SponsorPro, a website where student-athletes can more easily connect with brands for sponsorship deals. On the website, both athletes and brands can sign up to connect […]

The HBCU First LOOK Film Festival is a new initiative created to showcase the next generation of Black filmmakers at HBCUs. The inaugural film festival will take place November 10-12 at Howard University in Washington, D.C. This one-of-a- kind event will double as celebration of HBCU students and alumni that work in the film and […]

In a shocking move, South Carolina State interim athletic director Keshia Campbell announced her resignation from the position before this week’s homecoming week according to a report by local affiliate WIS-TV. HBCU Gameday reports that Buddy Pough, current Bulldogs head coach who announced his retirement before the start of the season, will take over as […]

In honor of National Scholarship Month, Sallie Mae has awarded the latest recipients of the “Bridging the Dream Scholarship” per a statement obtained by HBCU Pulse. The scholarship was created in partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund and has been awarded for three years. Twenty of the recipients are incoming freshmen who have enrolled […]

Tennessee State University has recently announced the launch of a new strategic plan for its athletics program, known as “Tigers Forward.” The plan, as outlined in a statement obtained by HBCU Pulse, aims to redefine TSU Athletics within the realm of college sports by setting ambitious goals and implementing intentional strategies. Aligned with the institution’s […]

In a recent interview on Dr. Jim Johnson’s “A Word … With Jason Johnson” Jim Trotter recalled a tense text message conversation with Stephen A. Smith following Smith’s interview with Rodger Goodell on First Take. Smith asked Goodell about Trotter’s lawsuit without reaching out to Trotter to get the full story, which upset Trotter greatly. […]

The Week 9 HBCU football games broadcasted on ESPNU were the least watched college football contests of the week, per SportsMediaWatch. The Thursday Night primetime game between North Carolina Central and South Carolina State drew 25,000 viewers and Florida A&M’s homecoming game against Prairie View A&M drew 28,000 viewers. The low number of viewers for […]

Basketball season is right around the corner and the MEAC recently unveiled its preseason awards during MEAC Basketball Media Day in October. Howard University and Norfolk State University were well represented in the honors. Howard University players Shy Odom and Destiny Howell were named the male and female preseason players of the year respectively. Both […]

Wake Tech and Elizabeth City State University have recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement to form a partnership in the field of aviation and drones, per a statement by Elizabeth City State. The collaboration aims to develop unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) programming for operating and servicing drone equipment, with a particular focus on providing hands-on experience […]

Amerant Bank has announced a multi-year partnership with the Florida Beach Bowl as the game’s official sponsor, per a statement obtained by HBCU Pulse. The inaugural Florida Beach Bowl is set to showcase teams from the SIAC and CIAA, as they compete for athletic conference dominance. This announcement follows Amerant’s plans to establish a Broward […]

After calls from several people, including HBCU alumni, to speak out about several Colorado player’s jewelry being stolen Deion Sanders spoke about the incident at the start of his Tuesday weekly press conferences. “Our kids got robbed during the game last week. I think that’s a travesty. I would expect the NCAA to do something […]

Exciting news is emerging from North Carolina today as the multicultural podcast, Pod Digital Media, has embarked on a collaboration with Nike and Group Black to create brand opportunities for HBCU students, as reported by Adage. The network’s flagship platform, “Talk of the Yard,” will feature HBCU alumni posing questions to HBCU personalities, fostering engaging […]

The Livingstone College Men’s Golf Team emerged victorious in the 2023 SAS HBCU Invitational, as first reported by WSOC-TV. The tournament, held at the prestigious Prestonwood Country Club in Cary, North Carolina, showcased the exceptional talent of 13 HBCUs. This win holds immense significance, particularly because head coach Andre Springs was recently inducted into the […]

After jumping around from the MEAC and Big South, North Carolina A&T’s men’s basketball team kicked off the beginning of its CAA membership with media day. Head coach Monte Ross revealed his expectations for the team in the new conference. The Aggies are basically completely revamping the men’s basketball program. They are starting the season […]

North Carolina Central revealed their men’s basketball schedule this morning, but included a unique twist. Head coach LeVelle Moton and his players posed for a photo inspired by the movie “Juice.” Moton posted the graphic on ‘X’ on Monday morning, garnering over 60,000 views. JUICE……🔥How Far will you go to get it? This time it’s […]