Black Wealth Events’ flagship occasion, taking place from April 30 to May 1, will host exclusive engagements at Simmons College of Kentucky and Kentucky State University. Known for fostering economic competitiveness and innovation, this year’s programming will help advance the nation’s HBCU
By Stephen J. Gaither Could rap legend Bun B be bringing his “Trill Burgers” Franchise to an HBCU near you? One half of the legendary rap duo “UGK” was recently asked about his partnership with the University of Houston. He talked about
By Christen Hill Howard University students took center stage at the National Gallery of Art in March, serving as tour guides for the Elizabeth Catlett: A Black Revolutionary Artist exhibition. As they led art enthusiasts through the gallery, the students passionately shared their
By Clare Mulroy Women’s History Month is almost at a close, but there is still time to add empowering reads to your TBR before March is over. Stories of unsung female heroes are having a moment, like Kristin Hannah’s “The Women,” which spotlights the “forgotten”
Pharrell Williams continues to defy all odds in various mediums, including fashion, film and beyond. Recently, the Virginia native’s contributions to society were acknowledged during the 37th Annual Morehouse College “A Candle in the Dark” Gala, where he was honored with the Candle in Arts and Entertainment
Written By Tiffani R. Alexander On March 25, singer and songwriter Ne-Yo visited the Warner Music and Blavatnik Center for Music Business Education at Howard University. The event, held at the Blackburn Digital Auditorium, drew a crowd of students and young artists eager to
The CEO of the HBCU STEM Education Run Danielle Lewis joined 48 Now to share more about the upcoming 5th Annual HBCU STEM Education Run. The HBCU STEM Education Run is a run that strives to raise funds and awareness through fitness.
Written By Howard University Newsroom Staff On March 27, “Deep Azure,” a play written by the late Chadwick A. Boseman (B.F.A. ‘00), will take center stage at the historic Howard Theatre. The one-night-only event will raise funds for the Chadwick A. Boseman College
Hip-hop legend Boosie Badazz has found himself at the center of controversy following his announcement of the Caleb Wilson Memorial Scholarship during his sixth annual Boosie Bash Festival at Louisiana HBCU Southern University. The scholarship was intended to honor Caleb Wilson. A Southern University student and
The Skky Brand, Inc. and Alabama State University (ASU) present the inaugural Brain, Brand, and Beauty HBCU Collegiate Conference — a dynamic, free one-day event designed to empower and inspire female students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This elevated and immersive experience will take
By Fredlyn Pierre Louis Kat Graham stars as a high-powered attorney who finds herself entangled in a deeply personal case in Tyler Perry’s new film, “Duplicity,” out on Prime Video. Graham, who had a breakout role in “The Vampire Diaries,” plays Marley Wells,
