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HBCU Battle of the Bands Makes Historic Arena Debut in Charlotte

By Lexx Thornton Get your clear bags and your school colors ready, because the “Queen City” is about to sound a whole lot louder. On January 24, 2026, the BIG HBCU Southern Classic Battle of the Bands is doing something that has never been done in the history of the circuit: they are moving the soul of the stadium into the high-octane atmosphere of an indoor arena.  For decades, the “Battle” has been a staple of massive outdoor stadiums, where the sound travels to the clouds. But this year, the script is being flipped. By bringing eight of the nation’s

Allen University president steps down after decade of leadership

Ernest McNealey has stepped down as president of Allen University following a decade of leadership at the Columbia, South Carolina–based institution. The university confirmed McNealey’s departure after his contract was not renewed, though officials have not disclosed the reason behind the decision.  The institution released a statement confirming Dr. McNealey’s departure. Here is the full statement: I am writing this notice to announce the departure of Dr. Ernest McNealey as President of Allen University. Even though moments of transition can raise questions, I want to reassure each of you that our institution remains strong, stable, and firmly committed to its mission.  The Board

HBCU President Sues White Professor Who Called Her ‘Scam Artist’ Over Plagiarism Claims

The two parties both have lawsuits open, as the disgruntled professor claims she was forced out due to her whiteness. An HBCU President is embroiled in a legal battle with a former professor regarding plagiarism accusations on a decades-old dissertation. The president of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Heidi Anderson, filed a defamation suit against Donna Satterlee, a former professor at UMES. Anderson claims her former employee, Satterlee, stifled career opportunities with her character attacks. Anderson stated that Satterlee, who is white, claims that she is a “scam artist” who plagiarized parts of her 1986 dissertation, and these accusations lead to

New Life for Site of Former Morris Brown Student Center

By Lexx Thornton A deteriorated, vacant site in Vine City adjacent to the Atlanta University Center will soon be reimagined and revitalized.  The Invest Atlanta Board selected Prestwick Development to redevelop the site located at the corner of Sunset Avenue and Griffin Street near the cluster of five Historically Black Colleges and Universities. There are currently two buildings on the site, including the former Morris Brown Student Center – also known as the Hickman Center – and the Morris Brown U.S. Postal Service facility, which has fallen into disrepair due to long-term vacancy and previous fire damage.  Invest Atlanta acquired

Tuscaloosa Delta Sigma Theta Announces 2026 HBCU Homecoming Fundraiser

The Tuscaloosa Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., proudly upholding its 75-year legacy of service, is excited to announce its upcoming event, Steppin’ into Greatness – An HBCU Homecoming Tribute. This event will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Tuscaloosa River Market, 1900 Jack Warner Pkwy. According to the press release, “This dynamic scholarship and outreach fundraiser will celebrate the rich traditions of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) while raising funds to support deserving students and the Tuscaloosa community.” Driven by a deep commitment to service and progress, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. continues to empower

Trump Kills Biden-Era SAVE Program. What Will This Mean for HBCUs?

By Dr. Stacy Patton Former President Joe Biden’s signature student loan repayment plan is officially dead. With little fanfare, the Trump administration announced this week that it would end the SAVE program, eliminating a critical source of relief for millions of borrowers whose balances were finally stabilizing after years of compounding interest. In the coming months, officials are also expected to start imposing new caps on federal student loans, beginning as early as July. Taken together, these moves reshape who can afford college at all—and who will be punished long after they leave it. Seen together, these moves form a closed

N.C. A&T Honors College Receives Prestigious NCHC Portz Grant for Virtual Global Initiative

Written By Lexx Thornton The Honors College at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has been selected as one of only three recipients nationwide for the highly competitive 2025 National Collegiate Honors Council (NCHC) Portz Grant. The award will support the innovative “Honors Without Borders – Global Virtual Honors Collaboratives” program, designed to connect high-achieving students with peers and experts across all seven continents through interdisciplinary virtual exchanges.  The NCHC Portz Grant is awarded annually to outstanding honors programs that demonstrate creativity, impact, and a commitment to advancing honors education. This year, only three out of 16 applications nationwide

Howard’s Human-Centered AI Institute Bridges Disciplines to Make AI Work for Humans

By Danny Flannery Since 2022, Dr. Gloria Washington has been spearheading an approach to the artificial intelligence boom that places people at the center. As director of Howard’s Human Centered Artificial Intelligence Institute (HCAI), funded by the Office of Naval Research (ONR), she and her team of researchers are ensuring AI is useful for the actual people it serves. This includes other HBCUs, industry, and government. You may already be familiar with Washington’s work in AI; this summer, Howard announced the completion of the Google-sponsored Project Elevate Black Voices. Led by Washington, the project provides a database of more than 600 hours of recorded African

Sierra Club, HBCUs Outside Train Next Generation of Black Outdoor Leaders

This fall marked the inaugural partnership between Sierra Club and HBCUs Outside, training 19 college students to become Sierra Club Chapter Outings leaders. With more than 5,000 chapter outings leaders nationwide, the partnership brings a new group of young Black leaders into the Sierra Club’s national network connecting thousands of people across the country to the outdoors. HBCUs Outside is a nonprofit providing students and faculty at Historically Black Colleges and Universities with the resources needed to build sustainable outdoor communities, lead outings, and engage with the outdoor industry. During the trainings, students completed the Sierra Club Chapter Outings Leader Course,

Fulbright Distinction Positions Morgan State University at the Vanguard of Global Scholarship

by Morgan State U BALTIMORE — Demonstrating a competitive edge rooted in both academic excellence and global engagement, Morgan State University has once again emerged as a national leader among Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in 2025, earning distinction as a Fulbright HBCU Institutional Leader for the sixth consecutive year. The elite designation from the U.S. Department of State underscores Morgan’s deep, sustained commitment to international exchange and its expanding record of faculty achievement in one of the world’s most prestigious scholarly programs. In a record-breaking year for Fulbright Specialist awards, Morgan secured more Fulbright Scholar awardees than any other HBCU, with

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