February 11, 2026

BLACK HISTORY MONTH: An HBCU A Day (Harris-Stowe)

Harris-Stowe State University is fairly new in name, having gained University status on August 25, 2005. However, the institution has a rich history as a combination of several colleges. The St. Louis Normal School (Harris Teachers College,1857, White Women only) and Sumner Normal School (Stowe Teachers College, 1890, Black Women only) merged to become known

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The Social Hierarchy No One Explains at HBCUs

Everyone talks about how coming to an HBCU is like a safe space for Black students. However, no one ever mentions the social hierarchy that is associated with going to an HBCU. In this article, we will be talking about the different social groups and unspoken hierarchies that exist at HBCUs. The Known Vs the

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How Historically Black Schools Create and Preserve Their Own History Through Amazing Artifacts, From Paintings to Marching Band Hats

In February 1837, the African Institute was established in Cheyney, Pennsylvania, at the bequest of Quaker philanthropist Richard Humphreys. He had designated $10,000, a tenth of his estate, “to instruct the descendants of the African race in school learning, in the various branches of the mechanic arts, trades and agriculture, in order to prepare and

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Portland Trail Blazers & Alaska Airlines Host Third Annual HBCU To The Pros Weekend February 19-21

The Portland Trail Blazers and Alaska Airlines are teaming up for the third annual HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) to the Pros weekend later this month, an expansive weekend of community engagement and performances showcasing the HBCU experience across Portland. For the first time, the weekend will feature marching bands from two Universities. Members of the Southern University

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HBCU Experience Day at ETHS features presentations, discussions, scholarship fair

Evanston Township High School’s annual HBCU Experience Day highlighted the history, legacy and opportunities of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The full-day event, held on Feb. 5,  featured presentations, panel discussions and a scholarship fair. High school juniors and seniors had the opportunity to initiate their college search early by speaking in person to

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SAU Board of Trustees Advances New Vision Focused on Stability, Sustainability, and Renewal

Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) today affirmed a renewed standard of leadership, accountability, and stewardship as the University prepares for the 2026–2027 academic year. At a time when the protection of SAU’s mission, legacy, and future requires focused and disciplined governance, the Board of Trustees—under the leadership of Sophie Gibson, Chair of the Board of Trustees and

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Judge Rules Against Early Voting Sites At 3 NC Universities, Including This HBCU, Ahead Of Election

A federal judge ruled on Sunday against efforts to open early voting sites at three university campuses across North Carolina ahead of the state’s primary election. In January, a coalition of students had sued the state after officials rejected their efforts to open early voting sites on campus. Students have been advocating for early voting sites Students from

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Tubi to Launch New Channel Showcasing HBCU Filmmakers

This month, Tubi, the online television and film streaming service, will launch a new channel featuring films created by students and alumni of historically Black colleges and universities. Developed by Howard University alumna Shelia Eldridge, the “HBCU First Look” channel will feature one hundred films from HBCU-affiliated creators, including films submitted to the 2025 HBCU

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Security video from Nancy Guthrie’s home offers potential clues for investigators

By Jon Schuppe and Rich Schapiro After an excruciating 10 days without much to go on, authorities looking for Nancy Guthrie finally have a potential big break: video of an armed, masked person at her doorstep the morning she went missing. The black-and-white video captured by Guthrie’s doorbell camera, which the FBI and the Pima County, Arizona, Sheriff’s Department shared Tuesday,

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