Judge Grants FAMU Students More Time to Plead Their Case Alleging Racial Discrimination in...
On Thursday, students at Florida A&M University seeking to sue the state over alleged underfunding and discriminatory practices met with a federal judge in the case's first hearing.
US companies, nudged by Black employees, have stepped up donations to HBCUs
Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) have recently seen an uptick in donations particularly from corporations and corporate foundations, in part thanks to the influence of their Black employees Learn more in the story by Annie Ma and Thalia Beaty at Associated Press.
Four Graduates Make History As Valedictorians at Spelman College
For the fourth time in history, Spelman College has named multiple valedictorians.
Kamala Harris Speaks With Young Men of Color Entrepreneurs At The White House
Vice President Kamala Harris hosts 35 young men of color entrepreneurs and business owners, many of whom are HBCU graduates during the “Young Men of Color Small Business Roundtable" at the White House.
Rapper E-40 Receives Honorary Doctorate from Alma Mater Grambling State University
Rapper and music mogul, E-40 has received an honorary Doctor of Music degree from Grambling State University.
Rich Black Poor Black, HBCU Buzz CEO & Entrepreneur Luke Lawal to Release Debut...
HBCU Buzz CEO, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Luke Lawal Jr. is set to release his debut book "RICH BLACK POOR BLACK," hitting bookstores everywhere on June 15th.
Stillman College Withdraws From US News & World Report Rankings
Stillman College announces its withdrawal from the annual U.S. News and World Report rankings, making it the first HBCU to do so.
N.C. A&T Alumna NaTasha Yvette Williams Nominated for a Tony Award
North Carolina A&T University alumna, NaTasha Yvette Williams has been nominated for a Tony Award for her performance in Broadway's "Some Like it Hot."
Tracee Ellis Ross to Receive Honorary Doctorate from Spelman College
Award-winning actress Tracee Ellis Ross is set to receive an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree from Spelman College during HBCU's commencement ceremony.
Texas Southern University To Open New Flight Training Facility
Texas Southern University is expanding its aviation program with plans to open a two-acre training facility at Ellington Airport.
Winston-Salem State University Adds Virtual Reality to Nursing Program
Winston-Salem State University is partnering with the University of North Carolina School of the Arts to launch a new virtual reality training program to its nursing curriculum.
Howard University Announces Ben Vinson III as its New President
Howard University has announced that after a yearlong search Ben Vinson III, PhD has been named the university's 18th president.
Fisk University Unveils New Career and Development Center
Fisk University recently unveiled the doors to the new Roland G. Parrish Center for Career Planning and Development, the first new building to be added to the campus in half a century.
Morgan State University Launches Regional Hub For Black Entrepreneurship
Morgan State University has partnered with the PNC Foundation to launch a new business hub designed to provide the Black community with the resources and education needed for pursuing entrepreneurship.
Prairie View A&M University Receives $2.5 Million Commitment to Lead National Transportation Center
Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has received a $2.5 commitment from the Texas A&M University System for the development of the university's new National Center for Infrastructure Transformation.
Howard University Students Carjacked at Gunpoint Outside of Residence Hall
Authorities report that two Howard University students were carjacked at gunpoint early Wednesday outside a residence hall.
Oprah Winfrey to Deliver Commencement Address at Tennessee State University
Oprah Winfrey is returning to her alma mater, Tennessee State University, as the keynote speaker for the 2023 spring commencement ceremony.
Morgan State Demolishes Racist “Spite Wall”
Morgan State University demolishes "spite wall" built more than 80 years ago to separate Black students from the area’s predominantly white neighborhood.
