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North Carolina A&T becomes home to Black Sportswriters Hall of Fame

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Courtesy of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Hall of Fame sportswriter Rob Parker is bringing the Black Sportswriters Hall of Fame to the HBCU campus of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NCAT). The inaugural class will honor three of the nation’s most respected Black sportswriters in a special induction ceremony, supported by NCAT student chapters of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) and the Associated Press Sports Editors. Inductees include William C. Rhoden, columnist for ESPN’s Andscape, former New York Times sports columnist and NABJ Hall of Fame member; Claire Smith, the first woman in

North Carolina Central BSN Program Achieves 100% NCLEX Pass Rate

Courtesy of North Carolina Central University North Carolina Central University’s accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is celebrating as its December 2024 graduating class boasts a remarkable 100% pass rate on the NCLEX examination. The NCLEX is a critical milestone for aspiring nurses. “With the nursing shortage, it is important for them to pass as soon as they can,” said Yolanda VanRiel, Ph.D., chair of the Department of Nursing at NCCU. NCCU credits the program’s success to strategic initiatives introduced by a university-wide task force established a few years ago. Key measures include recruiting full-time and part-time tutors, assigning staff for

Starbucks and Howard University Partner on Coffee Mug Featuring Artistic Renditions of Campus Life

Courtesy of Howard University Coffee and studying go hand and hand, and now Howard students can get that often-needed caffeine boost in an exclusive mug covered in artwork featuring the landmarks they walk by every day on campus.  Starbucks launched its global “Discovery Series” series last spring to “tell the stories of each location through its iconic landmarks, unique food, local activities and people.” The campus collection, also a part of the “Been There” series, showcases recognizable or “famous” universities, and the 14 oz ceramic mugs add mascots, symbols, and slogans unique to the school to the designs. Howard’s mug

North Carolina HBCU Livingstone College receives $10 million

Courtesy of Livingstone College Livingstone College in Salisbury, North Carolina, has received a $10 million gift from an anonymous donor in support of the private historically Black college’s ongoing capital campaign, HBCU Gameday reports. The gift, which follows another $10 million gift from the same unnamed benefactor in July 2024, will be used for renovations and upgrades to the Goler Hall and Honors Hall student residences, part of Livingstone’s “Miracle on Monroe Street” construction initiative. According to HBCU Gameday, Livingstone—founded in 1879 and affiliated with the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church—has a student body of fewer than 1,000 students. It has received $40 million

Georgetown University Honors Xavier University of Louisiana’s Centennial and Black Catholic Studies Legacy

By Angela Dennis As Xavier University of Louisiana enters its centennial year, the nation’s oldest Catholic institution—Georgetown University—celebrated the institution’s 100-year legacy and the 45th anniversary of its Institute for Black Catholic Studies (IBCS). Last Thursday’s event, titled “Reflecting on the Significance of the Institute for Black Catholic Studies and the Journey Toward Reconciliation,” included a discussion among leaders from Xavier’s IBCS, the Descendants Truth & Reconciliation Foundation, and Georgetown University. It also showcased an exhibition co-created by the Georgetown University Library, highlighting the impact of the IBCS—a graduate program dedicated to fostering Black Catholic theology, ministry, and leadership. Founded

Morgan State University Special Collections Goes Digital, Expanding Access to History

Courtesy of Morgan State University A $500,000 Title III HBCU Part F grant awarded in 2020 is helping Morgan State University’s Beulah M. Davis Special Collections Department transform access to the school’s rich history through new digital projects. As part of its commitment to creating an open-access digital repository, the Davis Room has successfully digitized historical materials, allowing scholars, students, and the general public to learn more about Morgan’s past than ever before. Now Available Online Among the newly digitized materials are publications such as “The Spokesman,” Morgan’s student-produced newspaper which ran from 1944 to 2012, and more than 50 full-color

Central Maryland HBCU Climate Career Expo Unites Students and Employers in Sustainability

Courtesy of Bowie State University Bowie State University, in a dynamic partnership with Morgan State University and Coppin State University, proudly hosted the Central Maryland HBCU Climate Career Expo, a transformative gathering that connected students from every academic discipline with more than 30 forward-thinking employers dedicated to sustainability and environmental stewardship. The groundbreaking expo unfolded as a vibrant nexus of opportunity, where Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) showcased their commitment to cultivating diverse talent for a greener tomorrow. Students mingled with representatives from government agencies and nonprofit organizations, each eager to tap into the rich reservoir of potential within

HBCU Students from Bowie State, Morgan State, Norfolk State and Texas Southern Dive into the Power of Owning vs. Renting

More than 100 students from Bowie State University, Morgan State University, Norfolk State University, and Texas Southern University gathered Tuesday to learn the financial skills needed to transition from renters to homeowners, guided by top executives from Wells Fargo and HomeFree USA’s Center for Financial Advancement. Hosted at Bowie State, the event offered these students a clear roadmap to understanding the benefits of owning a home over renting. HomeFree USA’s Center for Financial Advancement is a vital resource for Historically Black College and University (HBCU) students to opening the doors to careers in mortgage and real estate finance. The program

Mayor Muriel Bowser Speaks at Charter Day Convocation 2025

Mayor Muriel Bowser, recipient of the President’s Medal for Achievement, was Howard’s 158th Charter Day convocation speaker last Friday at Cramton Auditorium. Charter Day is an annual event commemorating the founding of Howard and is dedicated to students, alumni and faculty. This year’s Charter Day theme was “The Power of Possibility.” In a 12-minute speech to over 1350 attendees, Bowser, who was awarded the President’s Medal for Achievement by President Ben Vinson III, spoke about the importance of HBCUs nationwide. “For decades, HBCUs have equipped students with the knowledge, skills and confidence not just to defend and advance our democracy

South Carolina State University becomes only school in state with Carnegie R2 status

Courtesy of South Carolina State University  South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster joined South Carolina State University President Alexander Conyers on Tuesday in announcing that the Orangeburg, SC HBCU has achieved Research 2 (R2) status in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. “This is a defining moment in our university’s history, one that reflects our steadfast commitment to academic excellence, innovation and impactful research,” Conyers said in the announcement at the university’s Fine Arts Building. “Achieving R2 status is no small feat. In fact, we are one of only 139 institutions from more than 3,000 colleges and universities across the

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