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HBCUs Must Build Owners, Not Just Produce Graduates

At a time when Black students are graduating in record numbers but owning less than ever, we must confront a hard truth: our educational institutions have lost their mission—and Black America is paying the price. Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) were never designed just to hand out degrees. They were created to train builders—men and women who could construct the economic, spiritual, and institutional backbone of a free Black society. They existed because white America locked us out of its systems—so we built our own. But somewhere along the way, the mission shifted. And with that drift, we began

Legacy History Pride: Fashion with HBCU Purpose

For Tahir Murray, founder and CEO of clothing brand Legacy History Pride, success isn’t just defined by dollar signs; it’s about the impact. The Howard University Alum and entrepreneur is leading a cultural movement through fashion, building a brand that celebrates the legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) while reimagining what it means to wear its pride on your chest. Growing up watching his grandfather, who came from Trinidad and Tobago in search of the American Dream, Murray says. “He was a shoe cobbler and opened a shoe repair store that later became a sneaker shop. My dad worked

Drake State Wins $1.5M Grant for Workforce Training

Written By Lexx Thornton Drake State Community and Technical College has been awarded a more than $1.5 million grant as part of the U.S. Department of Labor’s latest round of Strengthening Community Colleges training grants.  Drake State is the first institution in Alabama to receive the grant, emphasizing the college’s position as a leader in workforce development and innovation in the State.   “This grant underscores Drake State’s leadership in delivering cutting-edge training programs that transform lives and strengthen the North Alabama region,” said Dr. Patricia Sims, president of Drake State. “With this funding, we will expand our impact, preparing more

Robert F. Smith to Speak at Virginia Union University

Billionaire entrepreneur and philanthropist Robert F. Smith is coming to Virginia Union University, a leading HBCU in Richmond, Virginia. On Wednesday, August 27, 2025, Smith will headline a powerful Fireside Chat exploring leadership, legacy, and economic justice. The event will take place at 3:30 PM in the Living & Learning Center on campus. Attendees will hear directly from Smith as he shares insights from his new book, Lead Boldly: Seven Principles from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This visit marks a defining moment for Virginia Union and the broader HBCU community. A Visionary Leader Making HBCU History Robert F. Smith is the founder and CEO of Vista Equity Partners, one

NC A&T Tops U.S. List for Affordable Doctoral Universities

North Carolina A&T State University has again earned national praise for affordability. For the third consecutive year, it ranks as the least expensive doctoral research university in the U.S. with an R1 or R2 Carnegie classification. The honor comes from Money magazine’s “Best Colleges in America 2025.” Best Value Among Research Institutions Money based its rankings on net price, student debt, and return on investment. NCAT’s estimated full cost for 2025–26 is $21,460. That’s the lowest among peer doctoral research institutions and ranks No. 7 overall out of 730 colleges nationwide. With average financial aid applied, the price drops to just $10,900. Prioritizing Affordability

ECSU Researchers Use AI to Tackle Prostate Cancer Disparities

Written By Lexx Thornton Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) professors are putting artificial intelligence (AI) to work where it matters—on the front lines of health disparities. A research team led by Kuldeep Rawat—principal investigator, Thorpe Endowed Professor and dean of the School of Science, Aviation, Health and Technology; and Hirendranath Banerjee—co-principal investigator and professor of biology, will use artificial intelligence, machine learning, and a $250,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) through Vanderbilt University to use advanced AI and machine learning (ML) technologies to analyze genomics and transcriptomic data specific to prostate cancer patients. Funded under the AIM-AHEAD

HBCU Leaders Urged to Innovate and Protect Legacy

Although Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) played a pivotal role in expanding the Black middle class, contemporary HBCU leaders cannot rest on these institutional laurels. Instead, they must make sure that their programmatic offerings stay relevant and enable graduates to compete in the workforce of the future. Those were among the major points that several HBCU leaders and experts made to Diverse, as a new wave of HBCU leaders prepared to sit at the helm of these beloved institutions. Their ascension comes at a time when the higher education landscape is undergoing radical shifts and threats to longstanding student programs

Youngest GA Farmer Earns Full-Ride to SC State

A 10-year-old girl has received a full-ride scholarship to South Carolina State University, the HBCU announced recently. The news came as a surprise as Kendall Rae Johnson toured the university’s facilities. She had previously become the youngest USDA-certified farmer in Georgia at just 6 years old. Johnson was visiting South Carolina State’s Research and Demonstration Farm when she received a scholarship offer from the university’s president, Alexander Conyers. She was surprised with a full-ride scholarship during a university tour “We were genuinely inspired by Kendall Rae’s focus and maturity,” he said, according to a news story on the school’s website. “It’s not every day

UEN Partners with Victory Sports for NAIA & HBCU Coverage

Urban Edge Network (UEN) is thrilled to announce its latest influencer partnership with Victory Sports Network, aiming to elevate coverage of NAIA and HBCU sports content, news, and information. With this dynamic relationship, UEN will leverage Victory Sports Network’s extensive reach to keep its listeners, fans, and viewers updated on everything happening in the sports world. By harnessing the power of influencer engagement, UEN seeks to provide a more connected and informed experience for its audience. “Utilizing influencers to grow, maintain, and inform the UEN population is a revolutionary step for us,” said Hardy L. Pelt, Founding Member and Chief

2150 Center Launches NYC Infrastructure iLab to Empower HBCUs

The 2150 Center for Innovation, Commercialization & Growth expanded its national footprint with the launch of its Infrastructure iLAB focused on Public-Private Partnership (P3) Knowledge Center in New York City. This initiative builds on 2150’s commitment to fostering innovation ecosystems rooted in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) by creating high-growth, sector-specific iLabs that bridge talent, research, and industry. The P3 iLab will serve as a collaborative hub for HBCU students, faculty, industry subject matter experts, corporate leaders, and government partners to explore scalable, equity-driven solutions in infrastructure, sustainability, and inclusive economic development. The gathering featured a strategic dialogue centered

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