Campus News - Page 4

How the HBCU radio preservation project keeps Black archives safe

After Shaw University’s WSHA radio station went on air in 1968, several other historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) followed the North Carolina school’s lead, launching a wave of their own. For decades, the students who worked on these channels used them to inform listeners about happenings on campus, while also playing musical selections and offering cultural programming. In doing so, the radio stations at HBCUs became pivotal resources for both the campus and the surrounding community. But the landscape of university-based media is changing. Today, of the more than 100 HBCUs across the country, about 30 have radio stations. Some schools and students are pivoting

South Carolina State University sued by its own foundation

South Carolina State is being sued by its own foundation. The South Carolina State University Foundation filed a lawsuit against the university in Orangeburg County on Monday, following claims of a pressure campaign from the institution over money, per a report by WIS-TV. The lawsuit has allegations that date back to an early 2023 request for $75,000 to compensate Alexander Conyers, the acting president of South Carolina State. While the request was initially denied, the foundation complied after what was said to be, “substantial pressure” by the institution. The filing, per WIS-TV, reads in part, “This lawsuit arises from a retaliatory campaign by South

The Most Talked About Graduation Speakers of the 2026 Commencement Season — And Two Whose Invitations Were Rescinded

The 2026 commencement season has been underscored by a significant debate over the intersection of politics and higher education, most notably at South Carolina State University. The HBCU initially invited South Carolina Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette to deliver the keynote address; however, following significant backlash regarding her political views, she was ultimately uninvited. This incident highlights a growing tension across campuses where the selection of a speaker is increasingly viewed as a political statement, a theme also seen at Utah Valley University, where author Sharon McMahon’s invitation was rescinded following her public comments regarding political figures. Despite these controversies, the graduation stage remains

FAMU drum major lands brand endorsement deal at graduation

Florida A&M University’s commencement ceremony delivered a surprise moment Saturday when keynote speaker Omar Goff announced a major milestone for one of the school’s most recognizable student leaders. Oluwamodupe Oloyede, known as “Dupe,” the first female head drum major in the history of FAMU’s legendary Marching “100,” has secured her first brand endorsement deal. Goff revealed the news directly from the podium during his address. “Next week you will see Dupe represent the Head & Shoulders brand in her first brand deal. First of many, congratulations.” The announcement drew attention to Oloyede’s rapid rise as both a cultural figure and leader within HBCU

Savannah State University Celebrates Academic Excellence: Over 1,800 Students Recognized at Annual Honors Convocation

Courtesy of Savannah State University Savannah State University (SSU) transformed Tiger Arena into a sea of orange and blue excellence on April 9, as the institution hosted its annual Honors Convocation. The ceremony recognized the academic triumphs of more than 1,800 students and celebrated the distinguished contributions of the university’s faculty. The event, a cornerstone of SSU’s academic tradition, celebrates students who maintained a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Awards were presented across several prestigious categories, including: Gold, Medal, and Silver Medallion, The President’s List and The Dean’s List Dr. Quianna Lavant, an SSU alumna and current Dean

Summer Internship named for George Washington Carver Launches with the City of Dothan, HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology

Courtesy of Tuskegee University Aligning academic excellence with real-world impact, Tuskegee University’s Renaissance Era continues to build on its historic foundation while boldly shaping the future – and a new partnership with the City of Dothan and HudsonAlpha will bring Golden Tigers to Dothan this summer for an immersive paid internship to gain real-world experience and prepare them to advance the Renaissance Era throughout the Wiregrass area of Alabama and beyond. Reimagining what George Washington Carver once described as “a place where learning meets life” a new partnership between Tuskegee University, the City of Dothan, and the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology was

S.C. Lt. Governor Threatens to Defund HBCU That Canceled Her Speech

Last week, while South Carolina State University students were protesting their administration’s plan to have Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette speak at graduation, Evette held a news conference. She took reporters’ questions sitting in front of a banner declaring her next career aspiration: “Evette for Governor.” One journalist asked, “If there is a risk of them pulling you out as the guest speaker, is there a chance that funding might be cut from the school?” “I’m not a vindictive person,” she responded, adding that “I was asked as a guest to come and speak. I was happy to do that. I

Texas Southern University Celebrates Launch of Association of HBCU Research Institutions, Strengthening Pathway to National Research Leadership

Texas Southern University today joined fellow leading Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Washington, D.C., for the official launch of the Association of HBCU Research Institutions (AHRI), a transformative national collaboration designed to expand research capacity, strengthen institutional competitiveness, and elevate the national impact of HBCU research. AHRI brings together very high-research and high-research HBCUs committed to accelerating research growth, increasing federal funding competitiveness, strengthening research infrastructure, and advancing a shared vision for institutional excellence. As a Carnegie R2 doctoral institution with growing national research momentum, Texas Southern sees AHRI as a strategic catalyst in its path toward R1 status. The launch comes

Morehouse Lobs to Chris Paul to Assist and Deliver 2026 Commencement Address

Morehouse College has tapped Chris Paul to deliver the keynote address at its 142nd Commencement on May 17, putting an HBCU graduate at the lectern in front of the Class of 2026. Paul is believed to be the first recently active or retired NBA player to deliver the Morehouse commencement keynote.  Bill Russell, posthumously in 2023, received an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters at the 139th commencement, accepted by his wife Jeanine Russell. The 12-time NBA All-Star will speak to the Morehouse graduating class, their staff, families, and loved ones. He will also accept an honorary doctorate of humane letters. As a

Prairie View, TSU aim to boost research funding through joint venture

By Melissa Phillip/Houston Chronicle Aruna Weerasooriya, professor of Plant Sciences, talks in a greenhouse at Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View, Wednesday, March 26, 2025. Melissa Phillip/Houston Chronicle Prairie View A&M University and Texas Southern University are on a mission to elevate their national research profiles, and a new consortium of historically Black colleges and universities is helping in the effort. The two Houston-area schools were among the 15 HBCUs to publicly launch the Association of HBCU Research Institutions on Wednesday. The group, known as AHRI, wants to boost funding for HBCUs and amplify their collective and individual impacts on American research

1 2 3 4 5 6 … 573
Close

Never Miss A Story

Covering HBCUS
and The African American Community