By Sara Weissman Mississippi Valley State University, a historically Black institution, proudly announced last month that its marching band was invited to perform at Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration. The university’s president, Jerryl Briggs, described the invitation as a chance to “showcase our legacy” and “celebrate our culture.” A GoFundMe campaign was started in hopes of
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By Stacy M. Brown As the nation prepares to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, significant disparities remain between the income and employment rates of white and Black Americans. In response, WalletHub has released its comprehensive report on the “States That Have Made the Most Racial Progress,” evaluating 22 key indicators of equality across all 50 states
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Courtesy of Jackson State University Exciting changes could be on the horizon for Jackson State University football. Mississippi Representative Robert L. Johnson III (D-District 94) has introduced a groundbreaking bill that seeks to allocate $40 million for the construction of a cutting-edge multipurpose athletic facility for JSU. This initiative not only aims to revamp the Tigers’ athletic
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Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, one of four historically Black medical schools in the United States, has recently established a joint M.D./Ph.D. program with the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton Health Care Management Department. The initiative allows a student to simultaneously pursue a medical degree from Meharry and a Ph.D. in health care management at
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The Farwest Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. answered the call for community action. On Jan. 11, 2025, the chapter hosted a support event to aid individuals and families devastated by the recent wildfires in Southern California. The gathering took place at Zion Hill Baptist Church from noon to 4 p.m. Alongside Delta Sigma
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Courtesy of Jackson State University In a move that would elevate the athletic experience at Jackson State University, Representative Robert L. Johnson III (D-District 94) recently introduced legislation calling for the construction of a new multipurpose athletic facility for the university. The proposal, which could allocate up to $40 million from state funds, aims to
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The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech in 1963 on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. He chose that location in part to honor President Abraham Lincoln as “a great American, in whose symbolic shadow we stand today.” Now, millions of people honor King in the same way.
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By Sarah Lemire Every four years on January 20, a newly-elected president is sworn into office on what’s known as Inauguration Day in a tradition that’s been observed since 1789. Presidential elections occur every four years, on the first Tuesday in November, when U.S. citizens cast their votes for their candidate of choice. The last five elections have taken
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Courtesy of Tennessee State University HBCU Tennessee State University has removed its band band director amidst an investigation, according to a news release. Tennessee State Interim President Dewayne Tucker stated that Reginald McDonald had been placed on administrative leave while the school investigates travel requisitions and advances. “This decision concerns outstanding travel requisitions and advances
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By Stephen J. Gaither One of the most thrilling players in the history of the sport, Norfolk State head football coach Michael Vick has been selected as a member of the 2025 College Football Hall of Fame Class. The National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame revealed the class during Wednesday afternoon’s College Football Live broadcast
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