Montgomery native who established awards to honor students was 87.
Initiated band's first appearance on national TV at Jet's game at Shea Stadium.
An important Alabama State University alumnus who was recognized for doing much to honor and rec ...
Posted Monday, June 5th 2017 at 6:21PM
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His18-month Broadway residency at NYC's Eugene O’Neill Theatre Center begins in July
One of Dean Tommie "Tonea" Stewart's Alabama State University theater protege's and ASU graduates is moving up to the big-time in New York City's Broadway theate ...
Posted Monday, June 5th 2017 at 6:04PM
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The Tom Joyner Foundation and Denny’s Corporation, franchisor and operator of one of America's largest full-service restaurant chains, are looking for your support for the Tom Joyner Foundation – Denny’s First Generation College Scholarship Fundraiser Road to Success.
You’ve got a chance t ...
Posted Thursday, June 1st 2017 at 7:58PM
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It's almost time for the greatest danceline camp on earth - the 5th Annual #HBCUDanceCamp!
We're looking for the best and brightest dancers to join us as Camp Ambassadors & Mentors (CAMs) this summer.
If interested, please complete the packe ...
Posted Thursday, June 1st 2017 at 2:45PM
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Alcorn magazine wins Grand Award at the College of Public Relations Association of Mississippi Conference
The Division of Marketing and Communication at Alcorn State University were big winners at the 2017 College Public Relations Association of M ...
Posted Tuesday, May 30th 2017 at 2:09PM
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Central State University hurdler Juan Scott made history with a record breaking performance to win the NCAA Division II Outdoor National Championship in the 110 meter hurdles on Saturday.
"I came into the outdoor national championships as a bit of ...
Posted Tuesday, May 30th 2017 at 2:06PM
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Report on Montgomery- Area Companies in the Top-Five Statewide Finals That Help Women & Families
WHEN: Wed. (May 31), from 9 a.m. to noon.
WHERE: ASU's John Garrick Hardy Student Center Theater (across from the Acadome).
A nationwide competi ...
Posted Tuesday, May 30th 2017 at 1:56PM
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This marks the first time that a group of students at any HBCU in America have graduated with this degree
Alabama State University made history during its Spring Commencement Exercises on Saturday, as the first Bachelor in Fine Arts (BFA) in Dance ...
Posted Friday, May 26th 2017 at 3:35PM
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ASU's Dr. Javan's research may help law enforcement better determine causes of death
One of Alabama State University's nationally acclaimed forensic scientists and an expert on 'causes of death' has been selected to attend an international confere ...
Posted Friday, May 26th 2017 at 3:32PM
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Alcorn State University’s Extension Program is preparing to host a series of workshops that will benefit women in agriculture.
The Women in Agriculture workshops will kick off Saturday, June 17 from 9 a.m. to noon in the Ray Johnson Assembly Cente ...
Posted Friday, May 26th 2017 at 3:29PM
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Freshman Juan Scott will represent Central State University at the 2017 NCAA Division II Men's Outdoor Track and Field Championships this week.
Scott is one of 754 participants, 377 men and 377 women, participating in the championships. Scott qual ...
Posted Friday, May 26th 2017 at 3:26PM
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Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after the administration announced its proposed budget for FY 2018.
“Since his inauguration, President Trump has claimed HBCUs are a priority for his administration but time and tim ...
Posted Friday, May 26th 2017 at 3:22PM
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The man who is credited with creating the “Hornet Lean Back,” the signature move of ASU’s Marching Hornets drum majors, is remembered as a dedicated leader and a legend of the band’s remarkable history.
The move is now an iconic part of the Alabam ...
Posted Friday, May 26th 2017 at 3:21PM
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The Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus hosted a viewing of Stanley Nelson’s film Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Black Colleges and Universities in conjunction with the National Endowment for the Humanities. M ...
Posted Friday, May 26th 2017 at 3:17PM
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Texas College’s men’s track team had two members win back to back Conference Championships at the Red River Athletic Conference (RRAC) meet. Both athletes won first place at the RRAC meet in 2016 and 2017.
- Eddie Shoots, 400 meter hurdles
- Robe ...
Posted Friday, May 19th 2017 at 4:05PM
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Suzanne Walsh, deputy director of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s Postsecondary Success Team, will deliver the keynote address during Johnson C. Smith University’s 145th Commencement Exercise 8 a.m. on Sunday, May 21, 2017. The event will be he ...
Posted Thursday, May 18th 2017 at 2:47PM
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Summer Music Camp for River Region Middle Schoolers!
Sharpen Kid's Skills in a Day-Long Setting; Nurtured by Trained ASU Faculty Music Professionals
WHAT: Area middle school band & choral students can enhance their music skills in a fun settin ...
Posted Thursday, May 18th 2017 at 2:20PM
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Ashley Stewart will award a $10,000 scholarship to one student who is currently attending North Carolina A&T State University (NCA&T) and meets the criteria outlined below.
Ashley Stewart is a market-leading brand in the plus-size fashion industry after emerging from bankruptcy only three ...
Posted Tuesday, May 16th 2017 at 10:51AM
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Attending college, graduating within four years, and exiting Cheyney University’s historic quadrangle to assume full-time, competitive positions were merely dreams for Cheyney seniors Leonard Brown and Tyneesah Davenport. However, following their graduation Saturday, May 13, that scenario is the rea ...
Posted Monday, May 15th 2017 at 2:34PM
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Athletic programs at Alcorn State University are being recognized for their excellence in the classroom.
Seven athletic teams recorded perfect 1000 Academic Progress Rate (APR) single year scores. Programs with a perfect score are Men’s and Women’ ...
Posted Thursday, May 11th 2017 at 6:50PM
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The Central State University athletic department is pleased to announce the 2017 football schedule which features four home games and an appearance in the Circle City Classic®.
The Marauders open up the season at home against Elizabeth City State ...
Posted Wednesday, May 10th 2017 at 2:50PM
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Alabama State University will be awarded a first-place, top-prize of $50,000 today (in a LIVE-STREAM ceremony) to be used towards a campus improvement project from Home Depot's "Retool Your School" contest that is developed to benefit our nation’s t ...
Posted Wednesday, May 10th 2017 at 2:22PM
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The Young Scholars Scholarship is open to undergraduate students who are under the age of 30. You must be a U.S. citizen and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in order to be considered for this award.
There are 5 awards available.
For more information and to apply: visit http://hbcuconnect. ...
Posted Wednesday, May 10th 2017 at 9:22AM
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