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Bowie State University’s Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics passes away

Bowie State University has announced the passing of Clyde Doughty Jr., the institution’s vice president for intercollegiate athletics and recreation. The university confirmed Doughty’s passing in a statement released Tuesday afternoon. “Clyde Doughty was a beloved member of the Bowie State University family, and our entire community is stunned by this loss,” said Bowie State President Aminta Breaux in the statement. “He was devoted to the university, especially the students. His passion, dedication and impact are part of Bowie State’s legacy.” Doughty joined Bowie State in January 2015 as director of intercollegiate athletics and was promoted in 2018 to vice president, overseeing

New FAMU Major Gifts Officer Fuels Six-Figure Football Fundraiser

Early momentum for FAMU athletic fundraising Florida A&M University (FAMU) has found early momentum in its renewed approach to athletic fundraising. FAMU President Marva Johnson appointed Brandi Tatum-Federick as Vice President of University Advancement after she served in the interim capacity.  Under her leadership, Tatum-Fedrick understood the need for athletics to have its own fundraising-dedicated personnel and campaigns.  To carry out this initiative she hired former FAMU Athletics Associate Athletic Director Marvin Green to the post of Major Gifts Officer for FAMU Athletics and the Marching “100.” That move by Tatum-Fedrick in itself represented a departure from the way FAMU had conducted the business

Building the Mathematical Mecca: Howard’s Half‑Century of Innovation, Scholarship, and Leadership

By Anna De Cheke Qualls By any standard, 1976 was a threshold year. When Howard University launched the nation’s first Ph.D. program in mathematics at a historically Black college or university, it didn’t simply add another graduate credential. It built a durable pipeline — one that would carry generations of Black mathematicians into research, classrooms, laboratories, agencies, and leadership roles around the world. It was also the culmination of decades of work toward what faculty today refer to as building “The Mathematical Mecca”: a center of excellence in research, teaching, and community service. But the story of Howard mathematics is

Funding fight for state’s HBCUs, free meals for all students

The state’s first bipartisan HBCU caucus is urging state lawmakers to allocate more funds to South Carolina’s historically Black colleges and universities This past week, the caucus was advocating at the State House for improvements to these institutions. Rep. Heather Bauer, a Richland County Democrat and caucus member, has concerns about the current condition of the state’s HBCUs, saying, “Frankly we should be embarrassed by our state’s HBCUs and this caucus was formed to help resolve that.” The caucus is requesting additional funding from the state’s Higher Education Subcommittee to address longstanding resource gaps. Leaders from several of the state’s

Morris Brown receives significant donation from rapper T.I, Federal Government

Morris Brown College has secured nearly $1 million in new funding through a combination of private and public support, including contributions from Atlanta rapper T.I., the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church, and a federal grant—an infusion of resources college leaders say will bolster the historically Black institution’s continued rebuilding efforts. Approximately $700,000 of the total comes from a grant sponsored by U.S. Representative Nikema Williams (GA-05)through the FY2026 Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations Bill, which was signed into law on January 23, according to 11Alive. An additional $60,000 was contributed by the Sixth District of the AME Church, while rapper T.I. donated $50,000

Proposed community college merger could affect Mississippi HBCU

A newly introduced Mississippi House bill seeks to overhaul the state’s community college system by consolidating six community college districts into three, a proposal that could significantly reshape higher education across the state if approved. Under House Bill 1284, institutions including Coahoma Community College would be merged into larger neighboring systems, reducing the total number of districts and creating broader administrative regions. Supporters of the legislation say the consolidation would lower costs and streamline operations, while critics—including some community leaders and college presidents—have raised concerns about the potential loss of local identity and the impact on students, faculty, and staff. Under the proposal, Coahoma Community

North Carolina A&T students sue the state of North Carolina

Students at North Carolina A&T State University, joined by students from several other North Carolina colleges and universities, have filed a lawsuit against the state of North Carolina following a decision by the North Carolina State Board of Elections to remove on-campus voter registration and early voting sites at multiple institutions statewide. The lawsuit comes just two weeks after the state election board voted 3–2 to reject proposed early voting sites on college campuses—a decision critics say could restrict voter access ahead of the March 2026 primary election. According to the complaint, the board eliminated voting locations at Western Carolina University (WCU), the University

University of the District of Columbia marks 175 years

By Community News The University of the District of Columbia (UDC), the country’s second-oldest HBCU and the District’s only public university, announced the launch of a yearlong celebration marking its 175th anniversary—a milestone that honors the university’s deep roots and highlights its role as the District’s key workforce engine, economic mobility driver and research and innovation hub. “As we mark 175 years, we are honoring a legacy rooted in opportunity, resilience and service,” said UDC President Maurice D. Edington. “From our earliest roots as the Miner Normal School to our current role as the District’s public university, UDC has always aimed to meet

Inside HBCU radio preservation at Elizabeth City State University

In the heart of North Carolina’s Inner Banks, a story of radio preservation is unfolding. Episode 2 of “Broadcasting History: The HBCU Radio Legacy” takes listeners to Elizabeth City State University, where WRVS-FM has served as a vital community voice since 1986 and where our preservation team uncovered decades of audio history that almost disappeared forever. A Station Born to Serve Elizabeth City State University was founded in 1891 as a normal school training teachers for the region’s African American children. Nearly a century later, WRVS-FM took to the airwaves, providing live coverage of home football and basketball games that

NCCU ranked amongst nation’s top HBCUs for online programs, according to new report

By Starletta Watson North Carolina Central University has been tapped amongst the top universities in the country for their online programs. According to the U.S. News & World Report, NCCU ranks third among HBCU institutions offering bachelor’s degree programs online and ninth in North Carolina overall. Their report included factors like student engagement, faculty credentials and quality of service. According to NCCU, online programs are the fastest growing sector at the school. They attribute their success to offering flexible learning options, especially for those looking to go to college while they work. “These rankings show the intentional work outlined in

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