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Harris-Stowe is not a school for mediocre students
I am writing this on a rainy day from my home in The Woodlands, Texas. Less than 3 percent of the population of The Woodlands is black as of 2017. I am an 18-year-old junior at Harris-Stowe State Univ
FAMU Students Engage in International Agriculture Research in the Dominican Republic
Five Florida A&M University (FAMU) students have traveled to the Dominican Republic this summer to gain hands-on experience in international agricultural careers as part of their Service Learning in I
Passionate Mentorship by Professors Helped Me Navigate the World
By: Davina Jones, Class of '94 I reflect back on my time at BCC as one of the most amazing experiences of my life. My first year at Bethune was comprised of remedial classes that did not count towards graduation, as I had spent most of my K-12 years in special education classes and assistance pro
Nicole Cooper Delivers Inspiring 2018 Reunion Convocation Speech
Spelman Alumna Nicole CooperDuring her Reunion Convocation keynote speech, Nicole Cooper, DrPH, MPH, C’2008, shared how her upbringing and Spelman experience has shaped her success and fervor. “As Black women, our unique and authentic voices, spirits, and our bodies are desperately needed, yet dimin
Two SSU civil engineering technology students win President's Second Mile Award
Sarah Dillard from Atlanta, Georgia, and Marcus Givens from Dublin, Georgia, each received the Presidentfs Second Mile Award at the 192nd commencement ceremony for Savannah State University (SSU) o
Police Chief Anita Allen Talks Safety, Trust, and Student-Centered Policing
As Police Chief Anita Allen prepared for her first day at FVSU, she sat down with media studies major Randall Barnes to discuss safety, trust, mentoring, customer service, and student-centered policin
Clark Atlanta University to Host 2018 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders
Clark Atlanta University (CAU) President Ronald A. Johnson today announced that the University has for the fifth consecutive year been selected as an Institute Partner for the 2018 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. Beginning June 20, CAU will host 25 of Africa’s brightest
New Study Finds Tougaloo College Makes $42 Million Impact on Local and Regional Economies
Tougaloo College is a valuable economic engine in its community, generating substantial economic returns year after year. A landmark study commissioned by UNCF—HBCUs Make America Strong: The Positive Economic Impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities—found that Tougaloo’s annual impact
Deloitte and HBCUConnect Partners On Exclusive Recruitment Event in Atlanta, Georgia on June 22
Join Us! Deloitte, an internationally renowned consulting firm, has partnered with my company, HBCUConnect.com, to bring you this special opportunity. We will be hosting a networking event on June 22nd, 2018 in ATLANTA, GA so that qualified professionals such as yourself will be able to network w
Hampton University and Verizon Partner for Innovative Learning Program
Middle school male students from Hampton City Schools will participate in a three-week program at Hampton University to immerse them in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) activities, sta
Cheyney University's DBE Supportive Services Centers Host First Annual Women in Business Summit
The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Supportive Services Center at Cheyney University will host their first annual, Women in Business Summit: Quality Without Question on Wednesday, June 6, 2018
Texas Southern University heads to NCAA baseball tournament
Texas Southern University Tigers have been selected as the #4 seed in the 2018 NCAA Baseball Tournament. TSU will face the Texas Longhorns, seeded #1 in the tournament’s regional match-up, on Friday,
This teen's struggle with depression led her and brother to create app to help others
When Hannah Lucas was diagnosed last year with a medical condition that caused frequent fainting, she felt scared and alone. “I started passing out more and more often and I was terrified of going anywhere,” Hannah, 15, told ABC News. “Because what if I passed out and no one was around or what i
JSU championship coach for Honda All-Star Challenge explains support beyond trivia
Trivia is more than just a challenge of obscure facts. More than anything, it’s fun and engaging. And for 29 years, Honda has utilized trivia to engage students in an academic quiz competition for Historically Black Universities and Colleges (HBCUs). For students at Jackson State University i
Paine College to Host the Evelyn G. Etheridge Conference On The Harlem Renaissance
The Department of Humanities at Paine College requests proposals for the 21st Evelyn G. Etheridge Conference on the Harlem Renaissance to be held on the campus of historic Paine College. This year's c
SC State Alumna a 'Goal Keeper'
Recent SC State University graduate, Mahogany Fisher, embodies Bulldog tenacity through her academic excellence, resilience and desire to uplift others. Fisher, who on May 11, received a Bachelor of Science in psychology, was the only member of the Class of 2018 to maintain a 4.0 GPA all four years.
FAMU Launches Annual FAMU Rising Fundraising Campaign
On May 25, 2018, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) launched a new annual fundraising campaign to increase funding for student scholarships and student success initiatives, as well
West Virginia State University to Host Environmental Science Summer Day Camp for Teens
West Virginia State Universityfs (WVSU) Center for the Advancement of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics will host two summer sessions of a day camp for high school aged youths called
10 WSSU students chosen for NC Governor's HBCU Internship Program
Ten Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) students will be interning this summer through North Carolina Governor's Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Internship Program. The NC Go
Kentucky State University graduate overcame incredible obstacles to achieve success
Kentucky State University graduate Tomma Chenault crossed the stage recently during the Spring 2018 Commencement Convocation. Life has thrown nearly everything possible her way since she began her
WRITER TA-NEHISI COATES TALKS WITH TANISHA LAVERNE GRANT AT THE 12TH ANNUAL GORDON PARKS AWARDS GALA &AUCTION
TA-NEHISI COATES author of "BETWEEN THE WORLD AND ME" was among a host of luminaries honored at the 12th Annual Gordon Parks Foundation Auction and Gala in New York City. The Gordon Parks Foundation h
Our Heros and Sheros - We Honor You this Memorial Day
Anytime we see a Soldier we naturally are in awe. It is your courage and sacrifice that we admire. Today America says Thank You! From our National Guard Military Family to yours.... Salutations
Howard University School of Divinity Alumni Luncheon - Get Your Tickets Soon!
You are invited to join us at the Howard University School of Divinity Alumni Luncheon at the Hampton Minister's Conference. Our Theme this year is: Return, Reconnect, Reunite! The luncheon will be held at Queen Street North Worship Center and will begin at 12:00PM on June 6th. Dean Yolanda
"SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY" IS NOW PLAYING IN THEATERS!
'SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY' IS NOW PLAYING IN THEATERS! CHECK IT OUT THIS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND Board the Millennium Falcon and journey to a galaxy far, far away in "Solo: A Star Wars Story," an al
Tyrese, Smiley & Da Brat Giving Huge Gift To Viral Teen Who Walked To Graduation
The beloved Maya Angelou once said, “When you do good, people notice.” That’s exactly what has happened in the lives of a 2018 high school graduate and a Tarrant, Alabama bus driver over the past few days. Now things have just gotten turned up a notch, after Tyrese, Da Brat and Rickey Smiley stepped