 A tense matchup between two Division II HBCU programs, Edward Waters University and Miles College, on Saturday took an unexpected turn when the Miles College Purple Marching Machine abruptly exited Nathaniel Glover Community Stadium early in the third quarter. The football game itself was never in doubt—Edward Waters cruised to a 46-14 victory in the SIAC
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The 19th and the Online News Association (ONA) are excited to bring 10 scholars from local historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to ONA25 in New Orleans. The students, nominated by their schools, represent Dillard University, Southern University and A&M College and Xavier University of Louisiana. “At The 19th, creating space for these students at
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Maryland Public Television continues its ambitious celebration of historically Black colleges and universities this fall with eight new short films and primetime documentary programming that brings the rich artistic traditions of these institutions directly into American homes. The third year of HBCU Week NOW represents a significant expansion of storytelling that honors these unique national
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By Kathryn Palmer Even as lawmakers, medical professionals and his own kin call on secretary of health and human services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to resign for spreading misinformation, medical education organizations are on the hook to give Kennedy their plan for expanding nutrition education requirements by Wednesday. It’s one of the latest public health directives
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By Andy Barbour A Black male college student in class. Many HBCUs are working to address the Black male college crisis. A crisis is happening on HBCU campuses. Black men account for only 26% of HBCU students, the lowest level in nearly 50 years. The South, where 89% of HBCUs are located, has the lowest Black
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Morgan State University (MSU) in Baltimore—Maryland’s largest historically Black college or university (HBCU)—has announced a two-year, $1.75 million award from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to help launch a new medical school. The funding will support the comprehensive planning phase for MSU to launch a public, nonprofit medical school—the first of its kind at a Maryland HBCU. MSU
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A number of community leaders gathered Monday morning at Simmons College of Kentucky to celebrate the start of HBCU Week. Simmons is recognized as the city of Louisville’s only HBCU. HBCU week is celebrated across the country as Historically Black Colleges and Universities recognize the impact they have made in their communities. Those in attendance
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Written By Lexx Thornton Sweeping tariffs took effect Thursday, and while President Donald Trump has said the tariffs would lead to factories and jobs moving back to the United States, for Black Americans and small-business owners, it is not that simple. Prices are expected to dramatically rise for clothing and shoes; electronics like cellphones and
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Written By Lexx Thornton HBCU alumni from across the nation have descended upon Columbus for a weekend celebration that blends community spirit with college football fervor. The event, reminiscent of a homecoming, began with a warm welcome and a display of school pride. Dozens of graduates from Historically Black Colleges and Universities gathered Friday night,
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Written by Lexx Thornton Twin brothers Xavior and Ilyaas Motley are making waves in the world of sports and innovation. These former Division 1 football players have launched something that could change the game — the first exo structure glove designed for sports, gaming, training, and more. The product is called ARMA Gloves, and it’s
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