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Bowie State University, Maryland’s oldest HBCU, Seeing Growth Where Other Colleges Are Not

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When it comes to student retention and growth, Bowie State University is outpacing other colleges in its state. Learn more in the story by...

Most Virginia Colleges Will Freeze Tuition, Including State’s HBCUs

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At least two HBCUs in Virginia will not be raising tuition prices thanks to guidance from the state's governor. Learn more in the story...

North Little Rock Police To Study whether Shorter College incident relates to threats against...

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After Shorter College has a recent bomb scare, authorities will try to figure out if it's related to more incidents. Learn more in the...

Livingstone College Inches Closer To University Status By Offering First-Ever Master’s Program

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Livingstone College is yet another HBCU that is seeking to transform from a college to a university through the leverage of offering master's programs!...

South Carolina HBCUs See Increase In Enrollment

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In South Carolina, HBCUs like Claflin University are experiencing higher rates of enrollment! Learn more in the WLTX story by Becky Budds below. When Sarabi...

Atlanta’s HBCU Staff Train On How To Respond To Active Shooter Situation

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Staff representing Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, and Spelman College recently worked to prepare for an active shooter situation. Learn more in the story...

Lincoln University In Missouri Removes Test Scores From Admission Requirements

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Lincoln University in Missouri is making applications easier for potential students thanks to a helpful new change. Learn more in the story by Ryan...

Should an HBCU Recruit White Students?

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The role of Lincoln University in its Missouri community has many asking questions about its recruiting practices. Learn more in the story by Sara...

Florida Memorial University No Longer On Probation, Accreditation Restored

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Florida Memorial University's hard work and sacrifice has paid off with a restored accreditation! Learn more in the story by Jimena Tavel at the...

Former Deputy Charged In Mothers Day Crash Posts Bond

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A Claflin University alumna and South Carolina State University alumna are among the dead from a terrible accident where a deputy hit and killed...

Mississippi Valley State Becomes First HBCU In State To Offer Prison College Program

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Mississippi Valley State University is leading a prison reform initiative with a new education pipeline for incarcerated people! Learn more in the story by...

HBCU Graduate To Have Connecticut Street Named After Her

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Joyce Yerwood, who was just honored at her alma mater Meharry Medical College, is now being honored again in Connecticut. Learn more in the...

Claflin University launches partnership with London Metropolitan University

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Claflin University in South Carolina has formed a groundbreaking partnership with a university in London, opening up opportunities for travel, scholarships and more. Learn...

Several North Carolina HBCUs To Increase Out-of-State Student Caps

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Starting in the fall, three North Carolina HBCUs will increase the amount of out-of-state students they are willing to accept, while two HBCUs in...

Zindzi Thompson Set To Make History As The Youngest Black Woman To Graduate From...

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A student at Meharry Medical College will be making history when she graduates this weekend! Learn more in the release from Afrotech by Samantha...

New Study Suggests College Football Referees Penalized Teams With Black Coaches More Often

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A shocking new study recently shared that college teams with Black coaches are often more penalized than teams with white coaches. Learn more about...

Deion Sanders Responds To Alabama Coach’s Accusations That Jackson State Bribed Athlete

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University of Alabama football coach Nick Saban is in hot water after accusing Jackson State University football coach Deion Sanders of using $1 million...

Dillard University Student Delivers Baby Hours Before Graduation, Receives Diploma at Hospital

Dillard University President Dr. Walter Kimbrough made a hospital pitstop before this past weekend's Spring commencement for a heart-warming reason. Learn more in the...