The nation’s historically Black colleges and universities, known as HBCUs, are wondering how to survive in an uncertain and contentious educational climate as the Trump administration downsizes the scope and purpose of the U.S. Department of Education – while cutting away at federal funding for higher education. In January, President Donald Trump signed an executive
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The roughly five hour bus ride from Washington, D.C. to Poughkeepsie gave students time to reflect on the four-day odyssey they would soon complete. Many discussed with each other how they had been inspired: to keep their grades up, to apply for scholarships, to think more seriously about their post-graduation goals, to take ownership of
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By Daniel Lippman The Pentagon placed two top political appointees under administrative leave on Tuesday after a probe into potential leaks of sensitive information, according to three defense officials. Dan Caldwell, a senior adviser to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, was escorted out of the Pentagon by security officers and had his building access suspended pending
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By Christen Hill Howard University’s Annenberg Honors Program recently hosted a groundbreaking panel titled “Empowering Voices: The Significance of Research in the Black Community,” reaffirming its commitment to student-centered scholarship and culturally grounded academic inquiry. Held for the Cathy Hughes School of Communications, the event convened leading faculty, students, and researchers to examine the power and purpose
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Legendary sports journalists who broke barriers and changed the games we love were honored. The inaugural Black Sportswriters Hall of Fame ceremony, held at North Carolina A&T State University on Saturday, April 12, marked a historic moment in recognizing the achievements of trailblazing sportswriters who have shaped the industry. Rob Parker, a veteran sports journalist and broadcaster,
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Despite a decorated college career and undeniable talent, Norfolk State’s Diamond Johnson did not hear her name called in the 2025 WNBA Draft — a decision that sparked frustration among HBCU supporters and basketball fans nationwide. Johnson’s omission highlights a lingering tension in women’s basketball: how much do factors like height and institutional affiliation impact
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By Carrie Shepherd Former President Biden stopped short of mentioning his successor by name at a speech Tuesday in Chicago but took aim at the Trump administration’s threats to cut Social Security. The big picture: Biden spoke at the Advocates, Counselors and Representatives for the Disabled (ACRD) on the same day Democrats declared the Save Social Security National Day of
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By Sahil Kapur and Peter Nicholas Republicans are discussing an idea that has long been anathema within the party: a tax hike on the wealthy. In a twist, members of the GOP are debating whether to allow tax rates to go up on top earners when major parts of the 2017 tax law expire at the end of
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In the wake of the devastation caused by the Los Angeles wildfires, UNCF and the UNCF Los Angeles office are stepping in to provide a lifeline for HBCU students and children of alumni, ensuring that education remains a beacon of hope amidst the crisis. With critical financial support from partners and donors, UNCF is making
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By Larry J. Sanders Despite only recently reacquiring its R1 status as an institution, Howard University has long positioned itself as a bastion for innovation and impactful research. For the past decade, the BisonHacks event has been one such example. Each winter, Howard students from various backgrounds and disciplines participate in the 24-hour “hackathon” hosted
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