Gov. Kay Ivey Names October as HBCU Month in Alabama
On Oct. 3, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed a proclamation declaring the month as HBCU Month.
Howard Alumnus and Pastor Bridges The Gap Between U.S. Politics and the Afro-Caribbean Diaspora
Historically, Howard University alumni have no shortage of leadership skills, and doctoral graduate Dr. Agorom Dike is no different. The influential Afro-Caribbean religious leader...
Bill to Boost Cybersecurity Job Training at HBCUs Signed into Law
There will be more HBCU talent in the cybersecurity field thanks to the passing of a new bill! Learn more in the release by...
VP Harris Meets With HBCU Leaders About Abortion Bans
Recent legislation on abortions has affected colleges and universities nationwide, especially HBCUs. Learn more about the important conversation that HBCU leaders just had with...
Baltimore Police Department Unveils New Internship Program With Local HBCUs
A new Baltimore Police Department program has been designed to cultivate talent from two nearby HBCUs. Learn more in the story by Nick Fenley...
SC State, Claflin Alumna Recognized For Helping Integrate Colleges
Teachers change the world, and a double HBCU graduate of both South Carolina State University and Claflin University has dedicated her life to proof...
Lincoln University in Jefferson City Can’t Lose Sight of Its Black Historical Legacy
Lincoln University has never let go of its heritage, and it doesn't anticipate doing so anytime soon. Learn more in the story by staff...
How This 14-year-Old’s Life Changed After Meeting His Hero John Lewis
John Lewis, an alumnus of Fisk University and American Baptist College, has made an eternal impact. One of the people forever changed by Lewis'...
Two With Civil Rights Veterans With HBCU Connections Honored With Medals of Freedom
A former Fisk University student and a close liaison to John Lewis are among several leaders recently honored with Presidential Medals of Freedom. Learn...
Former Florida Gubernatorial Candidate Andrew Gillum Indicted On Wire Fraud Charges
Florida A&M University alumnus Andrew Gillum has vowed to fight his recent charges after being indicted for wire fraud. Learn more in the CNN...
Student With Spelman Dreams Held Back Over 2-Year-Long AirPod Theft Case
A recent high school graduate with Spelman College dreams is looking to free herself of the shackles that a ticket has had on her...
Morgan State Archivist Reflects On Juneteenth As The Federal Holiday Approaches
A Morgan State University archivist is highlighting the importance of the nation's first Juneteenth national holiday by using photos to share history. Learn more...
White House Initiative on HBCUs Names 2022 HBCU Scholars
The White House's Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities has named it's next class of scholars, who hail from states across the country!...
Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan Appoints HBCUs Study Committee
Geoff Dunn, Georgia's Lieutenant Governor, has begun a study committee to support the state's many HBCUs. Learn more in the story from Dave Williams...
White House Policy Advisor Shares What Corinthian College News Means For Larger Debt Relief
Burdening student loan debt affects the lives of millions of current and former college students across the country. The Biden-Harris Administration has made loan...
Delaware State University Lacrosse Player Reflects on ‘Traumatic’ Racial Profiling
The recent racial profile experience of Delaware State University's lacrosse team has affected everyone involved differently. One student recently shared what that day was...
Colin Kaepernick Among 3 Changemakers To Receive Honorary Degrees From Morgan State University
At the HBCU's upcoming spring commencement, Morgan State University is honoring three leaders who have blazed trails in their respective fields and changed lives...
Stacey Abrams To New Grads: ‘Be fearless’ Is The ‘Dumbest Advice I’ve Ever Heard’
Spelman College alumna Stacey Abrams shared a valuable perspective as recent keynote speaker for her alma mater's spring commencement. Learn more about what she...
