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FAMU Scores Major Legal Victory In $2 Billion Underfunding Lawsuit

The FAMU underfunding lawsuit is moving forward after a federal appeals court revived claims alleging that the State of Florida has underfunded Florida A&M University by nearly $2 billion over several decades. In a major legal victory for current FAMU students, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit ruled that a lower court acted too soon when it dismissed the case. The appeals court did not decide whether Florida discriminated against FAMU or whether the state is legally responsible for the alleged funding gap. Instead, the court ruled that the students’ claims were strong enough to survive dismissal and continue

Tennessee Rep. Justin Jones speaks against HBCU AI data center

Tennessee Representative Justin Jones is adding his voice to the growing opposition against a proposed AI data center at HBCU institution Fisk University. Jones, a Fisk University alumnus, recently joined protesters on campus as community members continue to raise concerns about the school’s proposed Innovation Center. The facility is part of Fisk’s larger “Quantum Leap” master plan, which the university describes as the most robust campus plan in its 160-year history. The proposed Innovation Center would be 100,000 square feet. It would include a 70,000-square-foot technology center and a 30,000-square-foot academic space. But Jones and others say the project raises serious

HBCU Presidents Announce Collaboration To Expand Research And Innovation

By Dr. Deborah Bailey Leaders at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) across the nation have declared an initiative to invest in the future of research and discovery. Fifteen of America’s HBCUs high-capacity research institutions have announced the Association of HBCU Research Institutions. The umbrella organization has a mission to expand world-class research, accelerate innovation, expand the influence of HBCUs in research policy circles, and strengthen the institutional infrastructure of HBCUs and reinforce research capabilities. The Association of HBCU Research Institutions (ARHI) held its formal launch April 29 at Howard University. Dr. Wayne A.I. Frederick, who serves as interim president of

He designed sneakers for Jordan, Melo. Now he’s revived an HBCU to teach the next generation

Staring down the company suggestion box at LA Gear, 19-year-old D’Wayne Edwards sketched a sneaker on a 3-by-5 notecard, signed his name and dropped it in the box. The next day, a different idea, and a different illustration, went in. Never mind that the Inglewood, Calif., native had no formal design education or training, or that his high school guidance counselor had dismissed his design dreams, telling him he’d be better off focusing on the military. Who cared that his job, as a file clerk in the accounting department of the trendy lifestyle brand, had nothing to do with design?

What to know about the data center planned for Nashville HBCU Fisk University’s campus

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – The Nashville area is already home to more than two dozen data centers and more have been proposed — including one at Fisk University. The HBCU announced plans in May for the data center as part of its $1 billion “Quantum Leap” initiative. The plan, described by the university as “the most robust campus master plan in its 150-year history,” includes an innovation and technology center. While the university does not describe it as a data center, the functions described are the same. “The Quantum Leap Innovation & Technology Center is a 100,000 square foot facility on the southern

Revived lawsuit claims Florida underfunded FAMU by nearly $2 billion

Florida A&M University supporters scored a significant legal victory this week after a federal appeals court revived a lawsuit alleging the State of Florida underfunded the university by nearly $2 billion over the past three decades. In a split decision issued Tuesday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit ruled that a lower court acted too quickly when it dismissed claims that Florida failed to fully eliminate the effects of segregation in higher education. The ruling does not determine whether Florida discriminated against FAMU. However, it allows the lawsuit to move forward and gives plaintiffs another opportunity to

Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine Dean Ebony Gilbreath Honored with Distinguished Postgraduate Alumni Award

Courtesy of Tuskegee University Dr. Ebony Gilbreath, Dean of the Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine, received the Distinguished Postgraduate Alumni Award during the Michigan State University (MSU) College of Veterinary Medicine Awards Ceremony and Reception. Dr. Gilbreath was one of the five alumni awards recipients during the annual ceremony, which honors alumni, staff, and faculty for achievements and service. Dr. Gilbreath completed a pathology externship at MSU in 2004. She also completed a three-year residency in veterinary anatomic pathology followed by a Ph.D. in Pathology there. “It was indeed an honor to be recognized by my veterinary colleagues at

HBCU makes history with Seven Valedictorians

Spelman College, an Atlanta-based HBCU, has made history with an unprecedented academic achievement. The nation’s leading HBCU for women celebrated a record seven valedictorians in its Class of 2026, marking the first time in school history that seven graduates finished with perfect 4.0 grade point averages. Dubbed “The Spelman Seven” by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the historic group includes Alexis Sims, Nia-Sarai Perry, Cori’Anna White, Aiyana Ringo, Alyssa Richardson, Sophia Davis, and Mariama Diallo. Their accomplishment highlights both the academic rigor of Spelman College and the growing tradition of excellence among its students. Seven women, one historic achievement Earning valedictorian honors

Data Center proposal at HBCU faces growing opposition in Nashville

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A proposed data center project at Fisk University is drawing increasing resistance from community members and alumni of the HBCU. This adds a new challenge to one of the most ambitious campus development plans in the school’s history. Fisk University unveiled its “Quantum Leap” master plan in May. It is a $1 billion vision that includes new student housing, academic facilities, an arena, and a 100,000-square-foot innovation center anchored by a 30-megawatt data center. University officials have promoted the project as a way to position the historic institution at the forefront of technology and artificial intelligence while creating long-term financial sustainability. Now,

AEG Advances Opportunity for HBCU Interns During L.A. Summit Week Programming

As part of the Entertainment Industry College Outreach Program’s (EICOP) HBCU in LA Summit Week, AEG, the leading sports and live entertainment company, hosted more than 40 interns from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) at its L.A. LIVE campus on May 29, 2026. The event brought industry talent and executives from AEG and across the entertainment sector together and offered students a chance to participate in panel discussions, mentoring sessions and learn first-hand about jobs in the sports and live event industry. The day kicked off with lunch at L.A. LIVE where students were able to meet AEG employees representing

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