Courtesy of Morgan State University Morgan State’s Athletic Department received a donation in the amount of $25,000 on Saturday, Feb. 1 during the women’s and men’s doubleheader basketball games at Hill Field House. Team members of Asbury Automotive in partnership with HBCU Change and Koons Automotive Group presented the check to Morgan State President Dr.
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The death of a college student after an alleged hazing incident has rocked the world of football. Caleb Wilson, the deceased, who was a student at Southern University in Baton Rouge, passed away after he was rushed to a local hospital. The initial version of the incident had Wilson standing in line with others. Reacting
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Courtesy of Fisk University A four-student team from Fisk University took the top prize in the #IYKYK Pitch Competition (If You Know, You Know) for their business idea to make financial literacy and credit education a rite of passage for young adults, sponsored by Experian and HomeFree-USA. Nicknamed Team FinLit, Ansana Regmi, Destiny Marshall, Remilekun Ore and Sovit Lekhak earned a $40,000
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By Amsterdam News Located in Harlem and long known for faith-based advocacy and an enduring history, the Abyssinian Baptist Church held a two-day event during Black History Month to highlight the transformative legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and the Divine Nine fraternities and sororities. âFor over two centuries, the Abyssinian Baptist Church
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By  Sara Cline The death of a 20-year-old Southern University student in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, is being investigated by local law enforcement as a possible act of fraternity hazing, school authorities confirmed to The Associated Press on Wednesday. Caleb Wilson, who died on Feb. 27, was a mechanical engineering junior at Southern University and A&M
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 Courtesy of Southern University Sports Southern University edged Florida A&M 73-70 on Monday night at the Al Lawson Center, securing at least a share of the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) regular-season title. The Jaguars improved to 19-10 overall and 14-2 in conference play, capping off a season defined by resilience and steady improvement. Southern built a 10-point halftime
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By Amanda Robert As part of a new initiative, the ABA and several historically Black colleges and universities are working together to engage students who are interested in environmental, energy and natural resources law. The ABA Section of Environment, Energy and Resources will host an ongoing webinar series that aims to educate law students about careers that
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The CIAA Tournament is more than just a basketball event; it is a cultural institution deeply embedded in the fabric of the HBCU community. For decades, this annual gathering has been a meeting place for alumni, students, and fans to celebrate not just the competition on the court, but the rich traditions of HBCUs. From
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By Ronda Racha Penrice Black firsts in the 21st century are often surprising. âBeyond the Gatesâ is no exception. The first daytime soap solely focused on a Black family premieres this week on CBS and comes as the daytime genre is disappearing. âPassions,â which debuted in 1999 and ended in 2008, was the last new soap
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The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) is proud to announce the return of its signature fundraising event, the UNCF Mayorâs Masked Ball, to Birmingham. This prestigious evening of elegance and philanthropy will take place on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at the Birmingham Sheraton Hotel, bringing together Birminghamâs leaders in business, education, and community advocacy to
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