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Famed HBCU ensnared by $5M in improprieties, including nepotism

North Carolina A&T, among the most prominent of the state’s 11 historically Black colleges and universities, has received analysis of $5 million in improper financial assistance in a report it initiated with the state auditor. Made public by first-term Republican state Auditor Dave Boliek on Thursday, the collective sum was directed without evidence of merit or need-based criteria, the report says. It included $780,000 to students who were university employees, family members of university employees or otherwise had direct personal or professional connection to the institution, Boliek’s office said. “North Carolina A&T identified this problem through our own internal audit

Scandal at Spelman? The Co-Queen Decision Sparking Uproar Among Alumnae And Students

Courtesy of Essence..com The mere mention of Spelman College commands attention. Founded in 1881, the Georgia liberal arts college is universally recognized as the premiere institution of higher learning for women of African descent. A member of the Atlanta University Center Consortium, Spelman has been recognized by U.S. News College Rankings as the #1 HBCU in the nation for 19 consecutive years. The school is highly selective with an acceptance rate of approximately 25% for recent incoming classes. Normally, the 2,100-student body college makes headline news for their distinguished alum and even present students crushing an amazing accomplishment. But over the last few days, the

New Partnership Creates Medical School Pathway for Voorhees University Students

Courtesy of Voorhees University The Center of Excellence for Research and Program Innovation (CERPI) at Voorhees University in Denmark, South Carolina, has signed an agreementwith the Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) in The Bahamas that will open the door for students at the HBCU to pursue a medical degree. Under the agreement, 10 students in the VU White Coat Scholars Program can enroll in WAUSM’s medical degree program upon completion of their bachelor’s degrees. Eligible students will need to maintain a strong academic performance, achieve a minimum MCAT score, and demonstrate professionalism and leadership skills. Students who participate

Tuskegee University Joins Smithsonian-Led Conversation on Preserving HBCU History

Courtesy of Tuskegee University Tuskegee continues to affirms its leadership in preserving and interpreting Black history through its participation in At the Vanguard: Making and Saving History at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, a national state-of-the-art touring series organized by the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) and the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES). The exhibition will be on display at the Tuskegee University Legacy Museum with additions from the University’s permanent collections in early 2028. “Tuskegee University continues to define its Renaissance Era by honoring our roots and galvanizing the power of that legacy with modern tools and ever-relevant conversation about the unique and vital role of HBCUs in

DSU Selected as 1 of Few HBCUs Nationwide for Financial Literacy Initiative with Shawn Carter Foundation & Wharton

Delaware State University is proud to announce a groundbreaking collaboration with the Shawn Carter Foundation as part of its highly selective Champions for Financial Literacy Program—a transformative initiative designed to equip the next generation of leaders with the tools to build wealth, strengthen financial decision-making, and close the racial wealth gap. In partnership with the globally renowned Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Delaware State University has been chosen as one of only five Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the nation to participate in this prestigious program—positioning the institution at the forefront of financial empowerment and economic

Delaware State University Fuels Next Generation of Innovators with $95K Competition

By Michael N. Pierce Delaware State University successfully hosted Innovation Venture 2.0, a high-impact competition and innovation showcase that brought together more than 500 attendees, including students, entrepreneurs, corporate executives, and community leaders from across the region. Held at the Martin Luther King Jr. Student Center, the event served as a dynamic platform for innovation, collaboration, and economic empowerment—culminating in the awarding of more than $95,000 in seed funding to emerging ventures across multiple competitive divisions. Participants pitched bold, forward-thinking ideas addressing critical issues such as affordability, sustainability, healthcare access, and community development. A distinguished panel of C-suite executives and

Edward Waters University Marching Band Appoints Originator Of ‘Triple Threat’ Program As New Director

Edward Waters University has brought in its marching band’s original architect to carry the program to its next era. One Florida HBCU is regrouping with a new director of bands, returning to the man who helped establish the program. Edward Waters University has appointed Marques D. Graham as its new director of bands, as confirmed by the Jacksonville institution on April 21. According to HBCU Gameday, Graham has historic ties to the school’s “Triple Threat” marching band. Graham once led the “Triple Threat” marching band to campus-wide recognition, leading as a founding architect of the organization. In honor of the program’s 25th anniversary,

Spelman College makes history with first-ever co-campus homecoming queens, ignites online debate

Spelman College made history by crowning two queens at its annual Miss Spelman College Pageant, sparking online debate over the school’s selection process for winners. The historically Black women’s liberal arts college drew widespread reaction online after juniors Jillian Collier and Kinsley Wilson were both announced as winners and will share the title of Co-Miss Spelman for the 2026-27 academic year after a scoring miscalculation, according to UATL, a brand of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. In its 43-year history, Miss Spelman has welcomed two queens for the first time. However, the HBCU community and online users are questioning how the school made

Fawn Weaver to speak at Grambling State’s commencement

By Randall Barnes Entrepreneur and New York Times bestselling author Fawn Weaver has been announced as the Spring Commencement speaker at Grambling State University. The commencement is set to take place at the Fredrick C. Hobdy Assembly Center on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST. Grambling State University President Dr. Martin Lemelle, Jr., spoke about Weaver being named as the speaker. “Commencement is a proud moment for Grambling State University—an opportunity to celebrate the academic achievement, resilience, and promise of our graduates. We are honored to welcome Ms. Weaver, whose leadership, entrepreneurship, and commitment to purpose reflect the excellence we seek

Savannah State University formally invests Dr. Jermaine Whirl as 15th president

Savannah State University held the investiture of its 15th president Friday. Dr. Jermaine Whirl marked his one-year milestone as president of Savannah State University. Whirl was formally invested in the role, sharing his aspirations for the university. “We are not here to maintain Savannah State, we are here to elevate Savannah State,” Whirl said. First year achievements Whirl began his tenure as president of SSU in April 2025. In his first year in the role, Whirl has established five new academic colleges and received a $5 million corporate gift, the largest in the school’s history. President Whirl spoke of UPROAR

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