Alfred Street Baptist Church of Alexandria, Virginia, a prominent Black congregation located just outside Washington D.C., has donated $132,469 to Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) to eliminate the outstanding debt of 11 graduating seniors, enabling them to receive their diplomas debt-free at the May 3rd commencement ceremony. The timely donation comes as SAU faces a litany
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By Barnett Wright | The Birmingham Times President Donald Trump last week announced a new White House Initiative on HBCUs, and some of Alabama’s 14 HBCUs are in a state of uncertainty as they scramble to secure their futures. The new initiative will “prioritize private-sector partnerships, institutional development, and workforce preparation in high-growth industries like technology, health
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The world of HBCU football witnessed a unique father-son narrative when Hall of Famer Eddie George took the reins as head coach at Tennessee State University in 2021. Shortly after, his son, Eriq George, a talented defensive lineman, committed to play for his father at TSU, marking a special chapter in both of their careers.
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By Tyler Kingkade, Yasmine Salam and Alexandra Chaidez Town halls warning of layoffs. Medical leaves for mental health. Students readying for deportation. These are the grim signs of a campus under siege. But it’s not just any campus. Harvard University, America’s oldest and wealthiest institute of higher learning, is at a crossroads as it weathers the Trump administration’s attacks. Outwardly,
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Shannon Sharpe, Pro Football Hall of Famer and prominent ESPN analyst, announced on Thursday that he is temporarily stepping away from his duties at the network amid a $50 million civil lawsuit filed by an ex-girlfriend accusing him of sexual assault and battery—allegations he strongly denies In a statement shared on social media, Sharpe addressed the situation:
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In a divided world where history is often twisted or forgotten, Historically Black Colleges like Selma University are “a necessity,” Miles College President Dr. Bobbie Knight said at Selma University’s Founders Day Celebration. Selma University celebrated 147 years of educating Black students on April 22. Knight, the keynote speaker, spoke of her childhood and growing
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Diamond Johnson, one of the most accomplished guards in HBCU women’s basketball, has signed a training camp contract with the Minnesota Lynx, aiming to secure a spot on their 2025 WNBA roster. Despite her standout collegiate career, Johnson went undrafted in the 2025 WNBA Draft, a decision that sparked considerable discussion among fans and analysts. Transferring
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Black Wealth Events’ flagship occasion, taking place from April 30 to May 1, will host exclusive engagements at Simmons College of Kentucky and Kentucky State University. Known for fostering economic competitiveness and innovation, this year’s programming will help advance the nation’s HBCU endowments as well as social impact investing. Alongside discussions on talent retention and
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By Nadine Yusif Canadians will cast their ballots on Monday in a pivotal election that has been completely transformed by US President Donald Trump. The Conservatives appeared certain to win any contest by a landslide at the start of the year, until Trump’s tariffs and barbs about making Canada the “51st state” upended the country’s
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One person is dead and at least five others were injured after an on-campus shooting at Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) Sunday morning. The school said the incident happened following Yard Fest, which is part of its Viking Fest events, at around 12:30 a.m. The campus went into a lockdown, and students were asked to
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