A new fellowship program is creating direct pathways for students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities to enter government leadership roles through the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Institute.The initiative represents a significant oppo ...
Posted Saturday, March 21st 2026 at 7:03AM
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Tuskegee University has claimed top honors at the ninth annual National HBCU Battle of the Brains, earning first place and a $20,000 prize for their outstanding performance in the prestigious academic competition.The Alabama-based institution emerged ...
Posted Friday, March 20th 2026 at 7:03AM
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Southern University and the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) secured victories in postseason tournament action, while Howard University and Alabama A&M University (AAMU) saw their seasons come to an end in recent basketball competition.The ...
Posted Friday, March 20th 2026 at 7:01AM
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N.C. A&T's Center of Excellence for Social Justice welcomes back Dr. Melissa Harris-Perry for her second visit as Scholar Activist-in-Residence, featuring a public lecture on "True to Our Native Land: Blackness, Land and Power in American Politics" on March 24. ...
Posted Thursday, March 19th 2026 at 5:35PM
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Morgan State University's wrestling program is positioning itself as a trailblazer for Black athletes in a sport where representation has historically been scarce, offering a unique pathway for wrestlers seeking to compete at an institution that refl ...
Posted Thursday, March 19th 2026 at 7:03AM
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Prairie View A&M University made history with a significant NCAA Tournament victory, marking a memorable moment for the institution and its athletic program. Following the landmark win, head coach and key players shared their thoughts on the achievem ...
Posted Thursday, March 19th 2026 at 7:00AM
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Tuskegee University has captured first place and a $20,000 prize at the ninth annual National HBCU Battle of the Brains, showcasing the institution's academic excellence on a national stage.The prestigious academic competition brought together some o ...
Posted Wednesday, March 18th 2026 at 6:00PM
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The Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture is proud to celebrate its 40th Anniversary with an exhibit, symposium, and an ongoing podcast highlighting our liberatory legacy of promoting Black history, education, and preservation. Join Us for the Anniversary Symposium... ...
Posted Wednesday, March 18th 2026 at 12:25PM
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Recently, 13-year-old Addisyn Lumpkin of Jonesboro, Arkansas, got a footwear experience few could imagine. Standing 6 feet 5 inches tall and wearing a men’s size 22 shoe, Addisyn, one of roughly 50 people diagnosed with Weaver-Smith Syndrome, collabo ...
Posted Tuesday, March 17th 2026 at 8:59PM
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Today, life is increasingly defined by screens, speed, and constant connection, Merrell, the global leader in outdoor footwear, is making a deliberate shift in perspective. For its 45th anniversary, the brand is introducing “It Starts Outside,” a glo ...
Posted Tuesday, March 17th 2026 at 8:12PM
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The Jennifer Hudson Show hosts a special episode on Tuesday, March 17 highlighting the legacy of HBCUs and the Student Freedom Initiative’s impactful work, including its inaugural Aware Fest concert.
Joining the special episode is award-winning ...
Posted Tuesday, March 17th 2026 at 5:02PM
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Awestruck.
Oluwamodupe “Dupe” Oloyede, a senior theater major at Florida A&M University, found herself in awe of the magnitude of what was unfolding in her life.
The first female head drum major of the legendary Marching 100 has spent the year ...
Posted Tuesday, March 17th 2026 at 4:35PM
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Morgan State University has been awarded nearly $9 million in federal research funding as part of a broader $58 million federal investment supporting public safety, Chesapeake Bay preservation, and research initiatives across Maryland. The funding, s ...
Posted Monday, March 16th 2026 at 4:00PM
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Athletes from Historically Black Colleges and Universities made their mark at the NCAA Division II Indoor Track & Field Championships, securing multiple podium finishes and demonstrating the continued excellence of HBCU athletic programs on the natio ...
Posted Monday, March 16th 2026 at 7:08AM
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Florida A&M University (FAMU) has been recognized in the U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Colleges rankings, continuing the institution's tradition of academic excellence and national recognition. ...
Posted Monday, March 16th 2026 at 7:06AM
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