10 Of The Best HBCU Mannequin Challenge Videos On The Internet

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HBCU students take to social media for mannequin challenge

The “Mannequin Challenge,” the latest trend on social media, has inspired students of Central State University to the Bethune-Cookman University community and all of HBCUs in the middle.

A flood of HBCU students heard about the challenge and decided to do it on Friday. HBCU students are hip to all the coolest social media trends. So it’s no surprise that HBCU students are immediately drawn to the mannequin challenge.

Here are 10 of the best mannequin challenge featuring HBCU students across the country:

NC A&T

Bethune-Cookman University

Wilberforce University

Central State University

JCSU

Benedict College Edition

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VSU

Southern University

Jackson State University

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Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Reportedly Investigating ‘Disgusting’ Video

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Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. has launched an investigation following a video on social media that led to complaints that the fraternity’s image is being tarnished.

Per PhillyTribune.com, the video originally was made in 2009 in Florida before it reemerged last week on Facebook, and lots of commenters were not in support of the video.

At about 11 p.m. Saturday, according to PhillyTribune.com, the Grand Basileus for Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Antonio F. Knox Sr. said he started to get calls and text messages about a video that featured members of the organization. The video shows members of the black fraternity showing their buttocks.

Source: The Black Loop

On Monday, after hearing news about the mentioned video, Knox told PhillyTribune.com that the Facebook video was sad and that it was disgusting. He also emphasized that the video is not what Omega does or condones, adding that there will be consequences for those in the video:

“We’re working hard with Facebook and YouTube to take it down. We’re getting resistance because [Facebook] is saying it doesn’t violate their policy. But it doesn’t represent our principles.”

He added:

“People should go to our website and look at all of the positive things we do and the things we do in the community. Look at the things we’ve done politically, economically and the things that we support. Don’t judge us by anything that in no shape or form is a misrepresentation of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity.”

Howard Graduate Political Science Association Leads Voter Protection Project In Battleground States

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15285527_1476382143-5608WASHINGTON, DC (November 3, 2016) – The Howard University Graduate Political Science Association (HUGPSA) is leading the 2016 Presidential General Election Voter Protection Project (VP2). The Office of the President, the Ronald W. Walters Leadership and Public Policy Center, Office of Student Affairs, and the Department of Political Science are serving as University partners of the Voter Protection Project. The project’s timeline began on September 26 with voter registration and will conclude January 2017 with a final project report of the group’s findings.

“The Howard University Graduate Political Science Association has launched a Voter Protection Project that aims to increase electoral participation of millennial voters, and to combat voter suppression in Black communities across the nation,” explained Gabrielle Gray, President of HUGPSA. “Here at Howard University, and at other HBCUs across the country, we have a legacy of standing at the forefront of human and civil rights struggles. With the Voter Protection Project, we are acting on the legacy of our ancestors, and working hard to defend the voting rights of our people.”

The project’s purpose is to examine and expose systemic barriers to voting at the state and local level of government. “Our job is to make sure voters are not being intimated at the polls, that they feel protected, and that they are able to exercise their right to vote. This is a significant time in our lives and we’re making sure students are a part of it,” stated Naya Young, one of the graduate student organizers. Dr. Elsie Scott, Director of the Ronald W. Walters Leadership and Public Policy Center, also explains “The students will be traveling with the support of not only the Howard University partners but Black political scientists from other universities, Howard University alums and other friends from the Black community.  We are grateful that so many people responded to our appeal–people who want to ensure that our voting rights are protected.” 

Howard University students will travel to Cleveland, Ohio and the northern part of Charlotte, North Carolina to monitor the polls, engage in community outreach and neighborhood canvassing, and gather data on voter impressions regarding the African-American voting experience. Local students will stay on site in the District to assist at the 2016 election Command Center being operated at Howard. 

Twenty-five graduate and undergraduate Howard students and three fellows from the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation will travel to Cleveland and Charlotte on Sunday, November 6 and return on Tuesday, November 8 after the polls close.

HUGPSA is accepting contributions to support their VP2 efforts. Visit https://www.gofundme.com/2016-voter-protection-project-2u4n8ss to donate.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Decota Letman, Public Relations

Howard University Graduate Political Science Association (HUGPSA)

decota.letman@bison.howard.edu 

Brittany A.B. Surratt, Media Relations

Howard University

brittany.bell@howard.edu

About Howard University

Founded in 1867, Howard University is a private, research university that is comprised of 13 schools and colleges. Students pursue studies in more than 120 areas leading to undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University operates with a commitment to Excellence in Truth and Service and has produced three Rhodes Scholars, nine Truman Scholars, two Marshall Scholars, more than 60 Fulbright Scholars and 22 Pickering Fellows. Howard also produces more on-campus, African-American Ph.D. recipients than any other university in the United States. For more information on Howard University, go to www.howard.edu.

About HUGPSA

The Howard University Graduate Political Science Association (HUGPSA) is a student organization that promotes unity of action among all graduate students of the Political Science Department in societal issues such as but not limited to education, cultural, economic, civil rights, and political activism. 

Central State Hosts Southwest Baptist On Senior Day

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WILBERFORCE, Ohio – The Marauders of Central State University will play in their final football game of 2016 this Saturday when the team welcomes the Bearcats of Southwest Baptist University to McPherson Stadium. For seventeen senior student-athletes, Saturday will be the final competition of their collegiate football career.

LAST WEEK
The Marauders struggled to find momentum against a Tuskegee team ranked No. 14 in the AFCA Div. II National Coaches Poll. CSU fell behind 21-7 at halftime and eventually lost 42-14.

The Marauders fell to 1-8 on the season. CSU sits in fifth place in the SIAC West with a 1-6 conference mark and a 1-3 divisional record. Quarterback Lavon Meeks led all players on the afternoon with 107 yards on the ground and 119 yards through the air. De’Michael Jackson carried the ball 20 times for 54 yards and a touchdown. Darrien Nelson led the CSU receivers with 4 catches for 47 yards. Defensive back Nehemiah Coward led the team with 11 tackles and a fumble recovery. Clim Robbins and Devon Cunningham each had 1 interception.

Southwest Baptist beat Missouri S&T by a score of 45-22 to improve their overall mark to 8-1 on the season with a 4-1 mark in the Great Lake Valley Conference.

TJ Edwards had an outstanding game at quarterback, throwing for 220 yards and 2 touchdowns, while also rushing for a game high 143 yards and 2 touchdowns on 11 carries. Kendrick Payne hauled in 8 receptions for 81 yards and 2 touchdowns, while Cassian Foreman had a game high 97 receiving yards. On the ground, Bubba Jenkins picked up 82 yards in the victory. Defensively D’Angelo Tucker picked up a team high 10 tackles, including 2.0 sacks and 3.0 tackles for a loss to go along with a forced fumble.

CENTRAL STATE OUTLOOK
With 2016 coming to an end after Saturday’s game, the Marauders are focused on ending the year on a high note. Senior running back De’Michael Jackson is among the top in the SIAC in rushing with 897 yards. Jackson has eclipsed the century mark in five games this season and is attempting to become the first CSU back to reach 1000+ rushing yards since the 2007 season. Quarterback Lavon Meeks has shown his ability to make plays with his legs in the last three weeks, rushing for a 5 touchdowns and 275 yards. Against a Tuskegee defense ranked at the top of the SIAC in defense, Meeks ran for game-high 107 yards and a score.

The Marauder defensive unit ranks No. 3 in the SIAC in yards allowed (271.2). Linebacker Deonate Gary maintains his consistent play. The senior currently ranks fourth in the conference with 89 tackles. He also leads the team with 4 sacks and 3 forced fumbles. Nehemiah Coward has thrived as a special teams player. The senior has blocked 5 punts season and returned a missed field goal 109 yards for a score in CSU’s 27-10 win over Lane College. Defensive back Clim Robbins has battled a lingering ankle injury and managed to put together another fantastic season, leading the team with 3 interceptions despite limited balls being thrown his way.

SOUTHWEST BAPTIST OUTLOOK
Southwest Baptist comes into the game at Central State ranked No. 22 in the latest AFCA Div. II National Coaches Poll and No. 24 in the D2Football.com Poll. The Bearcats are also ranked No. 3 in the latest NCAA Super Region 4 Rankings.

Offensively, the Bearcats are led by Bubba Jenkins who is averaging 136.4 rushing yards/game, while TJ Edwards is averaging 273.8 yards/game through the air and 63.2 yards/game on the ground.

On the defensive side of the ball, the Bearcats are led by Shaun Hutchinson who averages 8.9 tackles/game to go along with 12.0 tackles for a loss, while Via Manuma has a team leading 11.5 sacks and 19.0 tackles for a loss.

THE SERIES
Saturday marks the third time Central State and Southwest Baptist have played each other. Southwest Baptist is 2-0 in the all-time series with wins in 2011 and 2012.

SENIOR RECOGNITION
Senior recognition for the Marauder football players will take place on the field a half hour prior to the 1 pm kickoff. Senior members of the band and auxiliary teams will be recognized in a ceremony during halftime.

MEDIA COVERAGE
Fans can follow the game on the following outlets:

Radio – Gem City Sports Network (http://www.gemcitysports.com/radio-1/)
Video – CSU Sports Streaming Channel (http://maraudersports.com/watch/?Live=42)
Live Stats – Marauder Live Stats site (http://www.sidearmstats.com/centralstate/football/).

TICKETS
For tickets to Saturday’s game, go to – http://centralstate.universitytickets.com/user_pages/event.asp?id=327&cid=25

On campus parking requires a fee of $10.00.

Spelman’s AKAs Slay In Spelhouse Homecoming Step Show

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The Spelman and Morehouse College (Spelhouse) Homecoming Step Show is one of the most electrifying productions of the entire AUC school year.

Each year to conclude the Homecoming week different fraternities and sororities come together to put on an amazing show. This year was no different. Each organization that took the stage during the Spelhouse Homecoming Step Show came with their absolute best. Although each performance was equipped with captivating skits, impressive dance moves, and camaraderie, there was one Greek organization that stood out from the bunch.

The ladies of the “Sweet” Mu Pi Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. took home the gold trophy as the winners of the 2016 Spelhouse Homecoming Step Show. The performance encompassed a Black Lives Matter theme that kept the crowd on the edge of their seats. During the production, each performer was dancing her heart out as the ladies didn’t miss a single beat.

“When I heard the host call Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. as the first place winners of the 2016 SpelHouse Step Show the feeling was surreal,” Spelman student Josee Muldrew told HBCU Buzz after their performance. “I was beyond proud, and not simply because we had won, but because I knew that winning that trophy had meant our message was received.”

Muldrew added, “The inspiration for this show came from reflecting on all of the plight [that] our race has had to endure throughout history. We knew that being a part of this show was giving us a platform to use our talent for something bigger than ourselves.”

The ladies of Mu Pi did just that as their exhilarating, unapologetically black showcase earned them the trophy.

Check out the video below capturing the performance and judge for yourself.

Four Howard Students Risk Graduation By Producing Film ‘Twisted Affinity’ For Senior Thesis

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Howard University senior film students K. Giselle Johnson, Raeshon Morris, Brandy Bruce and Megan Cutchins have launched a crowdfunding campaign to support the production, post production and distribution of their first feature film Twisted Affinity.

Launched October 9, the Speed and Spark Campaign aims to raise $50,000 by encouraging 1,000 supporters to donate $50 each. The 1,000 for 50 approach promises a production goal of Winter 2017. 

Currently, the feature film has about 8 percent. But word about the film is quickly spreading as Johnson, Morris, Bruce and Cutchins are history in the making as they embark upon Twisted Affinity.

According to a press release, donors are able to receive “IMDb credits as a contributor, free tickets to screenings, a chance to be on set, an interactive production book, and free #TwistedAF paraphernalia.” 

Twisted Affinity tells the story of four college seniors during winter break at a Virginia lake house whose vacation quickly turns into an array of secret affairs, estranged feelings and ulterior career motives placing their friendship in jeopardy.

Cover photo for Howard students’ feature film Twisted Affinity.

Director, Raeshon Morris, elaborates on the feature film:

“[Twisted Affinity] is a film that in all of its chaos is surprisingly simple. It has a theme that is so universal: fear. It is about what are you or aren’t you willing to let go of in order to achieve happiness…it is a manifestation of our complacency, our regret, our betrayal, and our pain jumbled up in a alluring package.”

Unlike the film, the journey towards producing the film is all but simple. This is the first time any Howard undergraduate student has embarked on creating a feature film for their senior thesis.

Since Twisted Affinity is the senior thesis for all four students, graduating on time in May 2017 is a great risk if the film is not completed. If 80 percent of their $50,000 is not raised by November 16, all money raised will be lost.

Although the stakes are high with graduation on the line, producer Giselle Johnson is determined to continue moving forward:

“This is our senior thesis project so it goes beyond something “fun”. At the end of the day, we’re getting graded on this. We fought with our professor to approve the endeavor. Now, we have to prove to not only our school but ourselves that we made the right decision.”

Twisted Affinity has 12 days left to reach at least $40,000 before repercussions are to be discovered.

To help achieve their goal of $50,000 and reduce the risk of a late graduation, donate to Howard’s first feature film. 

Protesting Dillard University Students, Alumni Pepper-Sprayed Over David Duke Presence On Campus

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Dillard University students and alumni were pepper-sprayed on Wednesday by Dillard University police on campus for attempting to forcibly enter the auditorium at Dillard. They were protesting over the presence of David Duke, the former Ku Klux Klan grand wizard, who would take the stage for a senatorial debate.

No arrests were reported, according to USA Today.

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“I’m appalled that Dillard University gave this man a stage,” Shaun King tweeted. “He’s a hateful bigot. He’d have to find another stage.”

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He added, “I’m all for this. I love Dillard. Spoke there this year. HELL NO, though. You don’t allow David Duke EVER speak on a black college campus.”

Before the debate, Fusion reported that “Duke and his competitors will spend the hour-long debate speaking to a largely empty auditorium” because of the debate’s sponsor, Raycom Media, who earlier had “banned all students, media, and members of the public from the auditorium where the debate will be held.”

Source: Fusion

“Dillard University did not give him the stage, but by contract had to host him and the other candidates for Senate,” Nicole Tinson tweeted, in response to King’s tweet.

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In an interview, Dillard President Walter Kimbrough said he’s in support of the right of freedom of speech.

“…even when we don’t agree with it,” Kimbrough said.

“Our main focus was getting him not to come. Or, if he did come, let our demands be met,” Dillard senior Brunisha Jones said. “But we soon realized that we had a whole other issue: that our administration would not listen to us.”

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Miss USA Reps For Her SGRho Sorors In Return To Alma Mater For Homecoming

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Miss USA Deshauna Barber lets everyone know that she got love for her S-G-Rho, in a video that Barber shared on her Instagram page.

In early October, Barber told People magazine that she is speaking out against the stereotypes that she and others encounter in the field of pageantry. The black university grad said that everyone is unique and individual. “In pageantry, there are the stereotypes that women are airheads or that they’re not educated.”

“By winning the Miss USA pageant, I was really able to show that a lot of women have so many backgrounds. We’re all so very unique and diverse so I’m so excited that I’m able to represent that, especially as a woman in the military,” Barber added.

Barber was initiated into the Alpha Zeta Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. at Virginia State University in 2009, and currently serves as a commander in the U.S. Army, among other things.

Watch the video below.

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Hundreds Of HBCU Students March To The Polls For Early Voting

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Hundreds of historically black college or university (HBCU) students took to the polls in Durham and Daytona Beach on Wednesday to kick off early voting on their respective campus.

NC State NAACP President Rev. Dr. William Barber said in a statement that this year is more important than ever to get out and vote because the state of North Carolina is the center of the national debate on a Voter ID law. He added that the NCCU community “can literally determine who will sit in the White House.”

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Barber led the march of hundreds of North Carolina Central Students from campus to the early voting polls in downtown Durham.

“More people can actually go out and vote without all those requirements that they would have to do before the voter suppression laws were lifted,” NCCU student Khadijah Ray told ABC11.

Source: Twitter

One NCCU student also pointed out the benefits of early voting. “You won’t have to be standing in line for a long time,” said North Carolina Central University student Jamiece Hargrove. “It quickens the process.”

Source: Twitter

Hundreds of students at historically black Bethune-Cookman University also walked 1.3 miles from campus to the early voting site in Daytona Beach and said that they will encourage students who couldn’t attend the rally to get out and vote as well.

HBCU students, staff, alumni, city leaders and supporters participated in the walk to the early voting poll sites.

An additional notable guest at the B-CU student-led march included Congressman John Lewis.

Howard University’s Stylish Buzz Of The Week: Porsche And Morgan

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HBCUs are some of the most stylish campuses in the world. Howard University, specifically, is a campus where some students will “pop out” just because.

Overall, the goal for many students is to simply showcase their personality through what they wear on a daily basis.

Check out these two Stylish Students of the Week below.

“My style inspiration varies because I love the monochromatic looks Solange gives…”

Porsche Harwell
Porsche Harwell is a senior, advertising major from Charlotte, NC. She has an ever-changing sense of style that depends largely on how she’s feeling at the moment.
Whether it’s retro, tomboy, or glamor she confidently rocks them all.

“I wish I could dress like everyone from the early 90s but it never works out like that for some reason,” said Harwell. “My style inspiration varies because I love the monochromatic looks Solange gives, the innovativeness of Rihanna and the tomboy flare Keke Palmer rocks. They all own their style.”

Morgan Golden is a sophomore, journalism major from Hampton, VA. His style in a few words can be labeled as “all over the damn place,” but he definitely glides through a multitude of eclectic styles with the utmost ease.

“My biggest inspiration in fashion isn’t one particular person, but instead all the people around me.”

Morgan Golden

“Ultimately my fashion is about the kid who sees a part of himself in both street style and high fashion; the modern and the vintage; the boutiques and the thrift stores. My biggest inspiration in fashion isn’t one particular person, but instead all the people around me. I am a product of a time and generation like no other, and I believe my personal style spawns from that sentiment.”

Morgan State Alum David Talbert Talks New Film ‘Almost Christmas’ With Morehouse Community

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Almost Christmas director and Morgan State University alum, David Talbert visited Morehouse College on Thursday to talk to film students.

Talbert was welcomed to a room full of visitors from the AUC. Attendees included students from Morehouse College, Spelman College, and Clark Atlanta University. The event started with a screening of the Almost Christmas film trailer starring an all-star cast. The film follows a dysfunctional family that reconnects for Christmas for the first time since their mother died.

The cast features talent such as Kimberly Elyse, Danny Glover and Academy Award Winner, Monique.

The trailer concluded with a thunderous applause from everyone in attendance. After the trailer viewing, Talbert engaged in a candid Q&A with the AUC. During this conversation, Talbert answered questions about his career, journey and gave tips on how to make it in the entertainment business.

Talbert expressed that when he writes a movie he always writes for himself firsts, adding that [Almost Christmas] came from within. “If it comes from an honest place and it moves you it will move others,” said Talbert.

It is safe to say that Talbert is very passionate about his films, which he both writes and directs. The crowd also learned that Talbert wrote impressive ninety-seven drafts of the Almost Christmas screenplay. When asked about his work ethic, Talbert said, proudly, “There are filmmakers who can create films better than me. There are writers who may be able to write better than me. But there is no one who can out hustle me.”

The First Sunday writer, encouraged the film students always to be willing to show up, be present and work. It is evident that the hard work, passion, and love of Talbert lives in each scene of this movie.

Almost Christmas is a labor of love that came from this man’s heart and soul. After seeing the trailer and hearing from the director personally, I think this movie is a must-see for the Holiday Season.

 

The Cast Of Almost Christmas Attend Spelhouse Homecoming

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On a sunny and warm Saturday afternoon, a sea of people emerged on the campus of Morehouse College and Spelman College to celebrate yet another epic homecoming. Each year, the “Spelhouse” homecoming attracts hundreds of people inside and outside of the game. Inside the game, the stands are filled with students, alumni and football lovers ready to cheer on their team to victory. Outside the game, a mix of people from across the nation gathers to tailgate from sun up to sun down.

This year, amongst those tailgaters, were cast members from the heavily anticipated movie Almost Christmas. Almost Christmas is a comedy movie produced by Florida A&M University graduate Will Packer. The movie follows the story of a dysfunctional family reuniting for the holiday, while learning to build stronger relationships, after the passing of their beloved matriarch.

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To promote the movie’s upcoming release, certain cast members stopped by the “Spelhouse” Homecoming to spread some cheer as well as hand out sweet potato pies! Sitting in the middle of hundreds of tents and vendors appeared the Almost Christmas food truck. Singer and actress Keri Hilson were amongst the food truck servers, attracting a flood of homecoming attendees. The Almost Christmas food truck was a hit for the Spelhouse homecoming and stayed for hours as an influx of fans grabbed a slice of pie and other souvenirs!

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Almost Christmas will hit theaters nationwide on November 11, 2016. Catch the trailer here.

Rod Paige Takes Over As Interim President Of His Alma Mater, JSU

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Historically black Jackson State University announced that former U.S. Secretary of Education Rod Paige will take over as interim president.

Rod Paige, a proud graduate of Jackson State, said last Thursday that he was interested in serving as interim president of his alma mater.

Paige, 83, was mentioned by many JSU alums and supporters that felt he would be a great asset to the development of Jackson State University. Two others were also discussed as possible choices to lead the school. Currently, JSU Provost Dr. Evelyn J. Leggette will serve as acting president until Paige’s term begins.

“On behalf of the senior leadership, alumni, faculty, staff, and students we welcome our outstanding alumnus Roderick Paige back to his ‘dear old college home’ and we look forward to working with him in his role as interim president of Jackson State University,” Leggette said in a statement, congratulating Paige.

In 2001, Paige became the nation’s seventh top U.S. education official and first African American in the role after being nominated by George W. Bush. Now Paige becomes only the fourth interim president in the history of JSU. He also served as JSU Head Coach from 1964-1968 and was inducted into the JSU Sports Hall of Fame in 1988.

College Board officials said JSU’s reserves have decreased from $37 million to $ 4 million. Former JSU President Carolyn Meyers arrived at Jackson State in 2011, so many concerned faculty, students, and alumni believed Meyers was behind the disappearance of funds. IHL Executive Board and their audit firm looked into the matter immediately. Efforts continue in the rebuilding of JSU’s cash reserves, IHL has projected that $10 million in reserves by the end of the current fiscal year, said Meyers prior to her departure.

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After the report was released in late October, Meyers in a statement to the student body discussing all that she has accomplished while at JSU. This letter was a surprise to many and some believe it was her resignation letter. She denied the rumors that she was resigning and later that next week she released her resignation later.

The letter stated that as of November 1, 2016, she will no longer be serving as President of Jackson State University.

Tyra Banks Visits Spelhouse Homecoming Urging Students To Vote

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Spelhouse Homecoming is a time of celebration, recognition, and appreciation for Spelman and Morehouse.

Alumni, family, and friends of the colleges from all over the world come together to enjoy the campuses they once called home. Every year Spelhouse Homecoming is extravagant and memorable, but this year a powerhouse Media Mogul made this year extra special. Late Friday night a news outlet released word that Former Daytime Talk Show Host, Tyra Banks would be visiting the campuses of Spelman and Morehouse College on Saturday for Homecoming. Early Saturday morning all rumors were put to rest when Banks tweeted herself that she would be at Morehouse.

Following the announcement on Twitter, students at both Morehouse and Spelman were excited to get a chance to see Tyra Banks.

During the Spelhouse Tailgate experience members of the AUC were everywhere searching for where Tyra would be, how long she would be there and what would she have to say. These people didn’t have to wait much longer because, by the afternoon, Tyra had made her way to the campus of Morehouse. Everywhere Tyra went she was welcomed with smiles, hugs, and adoration. Each person Tyra encountered she expressed that her intention was to get young millennials, especially HBCU students to vote and to vote early.
There was no ambiguity as to who Tyra Banks was urging the AUC to vote for as she has made it public that she is a Hillary Clinton supporter.

Early that morning, before her visit to the AUC, Tyra sat down with CNN expressing her support for Clinton and why it is important for everyone to vote. During her interview with CNN Tyra said, “I’ve been watching this election as everyone has…[and] as things are so close, I felt that it was my duty, my responsibility, to speak up and to support her.”

Tyra did just that at Morehouse as she spoke and inspired everyone to vote early and to let their voices be heard. The AUC community seemed very appreciative of Tyra’s visit and impacted by what she had to say.

Following many hugs, pictures, and selfies, Tyra stopped by the AUC Greek Step Show and took the stage reiterating the same message. In the world where many HBCU students feel neglected and unheard, it was very timely and admirable that Tyra Banks stopped by the AUC to remind everyone in attendance of their power and voice. By the looks of the pictures online, Tyra seemed to have a very enjoyable time as well. We hope this is not the last time we see her in the AUC.

Founders, HBCU Alum Catalog Launched Only At The HBCU Shop

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You asked and we delivered. HBCU Shop is back and better. As a subsidiary of HBCU Buzz,
the Shop is the nation’s online retailer of exclusive HBCU wear including apparel and accessories by HBCU Buzz. Fashion is a major part of the culture of historically black colleges and universities as students want to make a fashion statement while representing and showing pride in their HBCU. The Shop introduces its new founders and HBCU alum available in t-shirts, sweatshirts, crew necks, tanks, and even hats. The founders line showcases the schools’ initial and founding date in the schools’ main color.

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The HBCU alum line showcases the schools’ name and alum in big bold letters in the schools’ color. The two new lines have been introduced just in time for homecoming and holiday season and will make great gifts for loved ones who graduated from HBCUs.  The Shop offers accessories and apparel for all, including freshman, graduating seniors, professors, athletes, students, and alumni of all HBCUs. It is not just any ordinary retailer of HBCU gear as the Shop cultivates pride and unity within all HBCU through cultural and fashion movements. Celebrate your HBCU Pride with all the latest fashion essentials from HBCU Shop.

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In partnership with black-owned small business, the HBCU Shop promotes clothing honoring the 107 institutions dedicated to educating minorities. The HBCU Shop strives to foster and feature cultural awareness and pride in retail form. Order uplifting, empowering apparel and represent your HBCU today.