Former NFL MVP Cam Newton has announced plans to use earnings from his canceled streaming show to fund a tailgate tour at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, turning a professional setback into an opportunity to give back to the HBCU commun ...
Posted Thursday, February 19th 2026 at 12:02PM
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Morgan State University will be well-represented on the national stage as four Bears have been selected to participate in the prestigious HBCU Legacy Bowl on February 21.The Legacy Bowl provides an invaluable platform for talented student-athletes fr ...
Posted Thursday, February 19th 2026 at 12:00PM
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The Portland Trail Blazers and Alaska Airlines are set to host their third annual HBCU To The Pros Weekend from February 19-21, continuing a partnership that bridges professional sports and historically Black colleges and universities.Key Takeaway: T ...
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The president of Florida A&M University (FAMU) attended a Black History Month event at the White House, marking the institution's representation at the national celebration.The event, hosted by President Trump, brought together leaders and representa ...
Posted Thursday, February 19th 2026 at 7:06AM
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Quincy Ivory, an HBCU football standout, recently appeared on 'The Insiders' to discuss his upcoming participation in the HBCU Legacy Bowl and his aspirations to showcase his abilities on a national stage.The appearance highlights the growing platfor ...
Posted Thursday, February 19th 2026 at 7:04AM
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New Orleans Saints defensive end Cam Jordan has been selected as an honorary captain for the upcoming Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl, organizers announced.The recognition brings one of the NFL's most respected defensive players to a showcase event dedicat ...
Posted Thursday, February 19th 2026 at 7:03AM
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The Dance Theatre of Harlem is celebrating its fourth year of honoring the HBCU community and Divine Nine organizations with a special dedicated performance night, reinforcing the historic connections between the performing arts and Black educational ...
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Morgan State University linebacker Erick Hunter appeared on NFL Network's 'The Insiders' for an exclusive interview as he prepares to showcase his talents at the upcoming HBCU Legacy Bowl.The interview provides Hunter with a national platform to disc ...
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NORFOLK, Va., Feb. 18, 2026 — The Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC), the premier NCAA Division I athletic conference for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), is proud to announce its weekly men's track and field awards, showca ...
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In the exciting world of collegiate athletics, the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) continues to be a hotbed of talent, especially in the realm of women's track and field. This week, the conference shone a well-deserved spotlight on two excepti ...
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The HBCU community is buzzing with excitement as the historic 2026 football season approaches. All eyes will be on Chicago State University as they make their highly anticipated debut on the gridiron, taking on not one, but two esteemed HBCU programs ...
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Morehouse College has made a bold move in its pursuit of football excellence, hiring Brad Sherrod as the new head coach of the Maroon Tigers. Sherrod, who led the Texas Wesleyan University Rams to back-to-back playoff appearances, brings over 30 year ...
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Greensboro, NC - The North Carolina A&T Aggies, one of the crown jewels of the HBCU athletic landscape, have announced a key change to their highly anticipated 2023 football schedule, signaling a continued commitment to engaging the broader HBCU comm ...
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The Morehouse College Maroon Tigers have secured a significant coaching coup, appointing Brad Sherrod as their new head football coach. Sherrod, a former standout at Duke University and an experienced collegiate mentor, brings over 30 years of experi ...
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Greensboro, NC - For the second time in one week, the bright lights of ESPN's SportsCenter are shining on an HBCU campus, this time highlighting the North Carolina A&T women's basketball program during Black History Month.
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ATLANTA, GA - The Morehouse College community is beaming with pride as one of its own, David Kelly, has been elected as the new Executive Director of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), the labor union representing NBA players worldwi ...
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HBCU football fans were eagerly anticipating an exciting matchup this October between the North Carolina A&T Aggies and the Norfolk State Spartans, led by the iconic Michael Vick. However, a recent development has shaken up the HBCU sports landscape, ...
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As the college football landscape continues to evolve, the North Carolina A&T Aggies are leading the charge in welcoming new faces to their schedule. In a move that is sure to excite the HBCU community, the Aggies have agreed to a home-and-home serie ...
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A powerful look at Rev. Jesse Jackson’s lifelong fight for justice, equality, and civil rights, highlighting his enduring impact on American social progress. Photo credit: chicago.suntimes.com
There are figures whose lives cannot be measured i ...
Posted Thursday, February 19th 2026 at 4:32AM
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Check out this video from Wilberforce University in Wilberforce, Ohio!
✊🏾✡️ Black–Jewish Reconciliation Gathering ✡️✊🏾
Join us on February 26 at the National Afro-American Muse ...
Posted Thursday, February 19th 2026 at 12:00AM
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Check out this video from Lemoyne-Owen College in Memphis, Tennessee!
In the season finale episode of Black College Matters, Dr. Seth E Davis sits down with former LeMoyne Owen SGA president and Shelby County Mayoral Candidate Mickell Lowery ...
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Check out this video from Kentucky State University in Frankfort, Kentucky!
Kentucky State University's programs incorporate Thoro10, also known as the 10 Essential Skills. Kentucky State University's curriculum and co-curricular will provid ...
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Check out this video from Albany State University in Albany, Georgia!
Albany State University will commemorate 123 years of purpose, perseverance, and progress during Founders’ Week 2026, held April 6–11, under the theme “R ...
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Jackson State University will be well-represented at the upcoming HBCU Legacy Bowl, with five Tigers earning selections to the prestigious all-star showcase for top HBCU football talent.Among the standout players chosen are Quincy Ivory and JaCobian ...
Posted Wednesday, February 18th 2026 at 6:03PM
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