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Development boom around Atlanta’s HBCUs set to continue

In the blocks around Atlanta’s consortium of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, hundreds of new housing options have recently opened or are in the pipeline—and the trend shows few signs of slowing down.  Develop Fulton, the county’s economic development authority, unanimously approved this week an investment of up to $144.5 million to fund development of a student-housing project at the doorstep of Morehouse and Spelman colleges. The Radnor Property Group proposal calls for turning vacant property at 850 West End Ave. SW into a 290-unit project with some 800 additional beds for Morehouse and Spelman students. The goal is to

Staten Island HBCU Experience 2026 works on opening doors for students

Curtis High School buzzed with music, conversation and possibility on Saturday as students poured in to meet representatives from more than 20 Historically Black Colleges and Universities during the 2026 Staten Island HBCU Experience College Fair. This marks the 16th year for the fair—organized by founder and executive director Tammy Renae Greer—which draws students from across the city and beyond. It gives the opportunity for high school students and their families to explore academic programs, campus life, scholarships and more. There was also music played by DJ TyStorm and a live band to keep people entertained. More than 20 HBCU’s

Second Session of Angola–HBCU Forum Tightens Blueprint for Education Partnerships

By Ajong Mbapndah L On January 20, 2026, Angola convened HBCU leaders, African diplomats, students, and development partners at the United Nations for the second Angola HBCU Leadership Workshop — moving education diplomacy from vision to implementation On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the Nelson Mandela Conference Hall at the Permanent Observer Mission of the African Union to the United Nations became a vibrant crossroads of diplomacy, culture, scholarship, and youth ambition. Angola hosted the second session of the Angola HBCU Leadership Workshop, reinforcing its commitment to positioning higher education as a strategic pillar of development, reconciliation, and Pan-African cooperation. Part

Nonprofit launches program to connect RPS students with HBCU opportunities

For KR Scholars, helping students through their educational journey is fulfilling work. “It’s a blessing to be a blessing,” co-founder Kristen Johnson said. Her counterpart in founding the organization is her husband, Rufus Johnson. Since being profiled last year in The Richmonder, the group has set its sights on new goals as it seeks to increase access to Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Both of the Johnsons attended HBCUs, and saw firsthand how valuable that experience could be. Through KR Scholars, they help other students climb the same ladder by waiving college application fees and providing scholarships. KR Scholars is

Raphael Warnock Leads Capitol Hill Event With This HBCU Gospel Choir To Honor Richard Smallwood

U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock led a public ceremony on Capitol Hill to honor iconic gospel singer Richard Smallwood, who died in late December. Warnock honored the legendary artist as he stood alongside Senator Tim Scott, the Howard University Gospel Choir, and the Metropolitan Baptist Church Choir, Complex reported. What were the festivities at the celebration for gospel singer Richard Smallwood? The celebration of Smallwood was filled with faith, history, and musical performances. Warnock and his colleagues introduced a bipartisan Senate resolution to recognize Smallwood’s contributions to music and humanity. The event also featured powerful renditions of Smallwood’s legendary composition, “Total Praise.” Warnock specifically highlighted Smallwood’s

18 Ways To Celebrate MLK Day With Art And Activism In Chicago

By Amaris Edwards CHICAGO — The spirit of the Civil Rights Movement returns to Chicago this weekend as the city gathers to honor the life, vision and enduring legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Beyond just a day off (for some, including CPS), MLK Day serves as a powerful “day on” — a time to reflect on the civil rights leader’s deep connection to our city and to recommit to the work of justice, equity and community building. From the vibrant corridors of Bronzeville to the historic blocks of the West Side where King once lived, Chicagoans are marking the

This Holiday Season, The Howard Community Continues to Define ‘Truth and Service’

By Danny Flannery As the winter break begins, Bison look forward to a well-earned rest. The spirit of “Truth and Service” never stops, however, and across campus students and staff alike have been working to give back to the community. Led by WHUR FM, Howard University Alternative Spring Break (HUASB) volunteers, and the Office of the Dean of the Chapel, the donation drives below are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes demonstrating the Howard family’s commitment to supporting others. FOOD2FEED 2025 Smashes Goal This year, WHUR 96.3 FM’s 47th Annual FOOD2FEED Radiothon truly outdid itself. Co-organized with Truist, Macys, and HUASB,

UNCF Announces New Study Examining Teacher and School

 UNCF today released a new study exploring the perspectives of teachers, school counselors and students on issues of college readiness and awareness of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Titled, Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges: Examining Teacher and School Counselor Strategies for College Readiness and HBCU Exposure for Students, the study revealed the need for greater HBCU exposure, intentional student data review to identify achievement gaps and anti-bias training for school counselors and teachers to promote fair and equitable treatment for all students. A survey was conducted among nearly 150 students, teachers and school counselors of all races across seven high schools located in the Northeast, Midwest and West regions. While most teachers and school counselors in the study reported they were knowledgeable about HBCUs, more than 60% of

This HBCU Alum Has Taught Over 3,000 Girls About Cosmetic Science And Has Now Opened A STEM Classroom In Tulsa, OK

Kristen Wells-Collins is inspiring young girls to become chemists. Wells-Collins was raised in an under-resourced community in Beaumont, TX, and said she had limited exposure to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), according to her commentary on “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” However, Wells-Collins went on to pursue a degree in chemistry at Prairie View A&M University, according to her LinkedIn. After her studies, she became exposed to cosmetic chemistry and was immediately hooked. Black To The Lab Wells-Collins’s interest in STEM has led her to become a cosmetic chemist educator and founder of Black to the Lab, which provides an activity kit with hands-on learning experiences for girls to create

Spelman Students Win Sallie Mae Bridging the Dream Awards

Courtesy of Spelman College Bridging the Dream, while Bridging the Financial Gap Spelman College is proud to announce that two of its students are recipients of the Sallie Mae Bridging the Dream Scholarship. Zarah Bethea, C’2029, a political science major, and Christina Simone Coker, C’2029, a health sciences major, have been selected due to their stellar academic performances and demonstration of financial need. Each student was awarded $10,000 from the Sallie Mae Fund, in partnership with Thurgood Marshall College Fund, according to a press release from Sallie Mae. November is National Scholarship Month, and Sallie Mae is focused on promoting the free tools and guidance offered to help students find and win scholarships. This year, 40 high school students, including Bethea (left) and Coker (right), from across the country were recognized for not only

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