Shaun White

Savannah State Journalism and Mass Communications Celebrates ACEJMC Reaccreditation

Courtesy of Savannah State University Savannah State University is celebrating a major academic achievement as its Department of Journalism and Mass Communications has earned reaccreditation from the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications. The council took final action during its May 5 meeting at the Freedom Forum in Washington, D.C. The decision

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Howard University Commencement Draws National Attention After Mayor Bowser Speech

A proud Howard moment meets a public reaction Howard University commencement became one of the most talked-about HBCU moments of the week after Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser received a mixed reaction during her keynote address at the university’s 158th Commencement Convocation. The ceremony took place Saturday, May 9, on The Yard, where Howard University celebrated the Class of

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South Carolina State Launches $41.2 Million Campaign To Elevate Campus, Athletics And Research

SC State begins a historic fundraising push South Carolina State campaign momentum is building after the university officially launched a $41.2 million fundraising effort designed to expand student support, strengthen academics and athletics, and improve campus facilities. The five-year initiative, called The Power of SC State: A Capital Campaign to Elevate Excellence, is one of the university’s

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Magic Johnson inspires HBCU students at two commencements

NBA legend and business mogul Magic Johnson spent commencement season pouring wisdom, strategy, and motivation into HBCU graduates, delivering two impactful addresses at Tuskegee University and Stillman College centered on leadership, ownership, and preparing for the future. While each speech carried a different tone, Johnson’s core message remained the same: HBCU graduates must think bigger, move smarter, and

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Former Power Five, HBCU assistant coach passes away

The HBCU community is mourning the loss of former Howard University assistant football coach Warren Belin, a respected leader whose impact stretched far beyond the sidelines. Belin, known for his passion for mentoring student-athletes and developing elite defensive talent, passed away at the age of 58, leaving behind a lasting legacy across college football and the HBCU sports world.

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Supreme Court lets Alabama speed adoption of congressional map eliminating a majority-Black district

By Lawrence Hurley WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Monday removed an obstacle to Alabama’s using a new congressional map in this year’s election that would eliminate one of the state’s two majority-Black districts. The court, over the objection of its liberal members, sent litigation over the Republican-drawn map back to the lower court, which could speed up the state’s effort

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Former South Carolina player to coach Division I HBCU women’s basketball team

Dawn Staley’s coaching tree just grew another branch in Division I women’s basketball. Olivia Gaines, who played two seasons for Staley at South Carolina, will be named the next head coach at North Carolina Central, a person with direct knowledge of the hire told USA TODAY Sports on Thursday. The person spoke on the condition

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UNCF Celebrates 20th Anniversary of its Institute for Capacity Building, Invites National Leaders to Define the Next Era of HBCU Transformation at UNITE 2026

Founding Executive Director Dr. Elfred Anthony Pinkard named UNCF President-in-Residence and Chair of the Institute’s 20th Anniversary Campaign (Black PR Wire) Recently, UNCF announced plans to celebrate the 20th anniversary of its Institute for Capacity Building (ICB), a national leader in advancing institutional strength, resilience and long-term sustainability across higher education. Founded in May 2006, ICB introduced a then-ambitious idea ahead of its time:

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