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Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University Team Wins 2026 HBCU Stock Pitch Competition, Earning Over $12K In Prizes

Historically Black College and University (HBCU) students put their knowledge to use in the asset management field. According to a press release shared with AFROTECH™, the United Negro College Fund’s (UNCF’s) sixth annual HBCU Stock Pitch Competition — held at Acadian Asset Management’s Boston headquarters — provided student teams from HBCUs with resources to empower them in the asset management field to ensure they can fine-tune their investment decisions in real-world settings. Participants can connect with industry professionals, receive mentorship, and put their financial analysis skills and knowledge to the test in a live presentation setting. During the competition’s final round on April 10, teams were evaluated on the strength of

Howard University Promotes Health and Wellness at Annual Bison Wellness Day

By Anizia Fulmore The Howard University community came together on the Main Yard on April 15 for the annual Bison Wellness Day (BWELL), a campus-wide event dedicated to promoting health, prevention, and overall well-being. Held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the event provided free health screenings and wellness resources to students, faculty, and staff. More than 100 participants took advantage of services designed to support early detection and encourage healthier lifestyles. Attendees had access to a variety of screenings, including vision, blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, dental, prostate-specific antigen (PSA), and HIV testing. In addition, wellness stations offered information on key health

The Miss Spelman College pageant controversy; what it says about HBCU election season

The 43rd edition of the Miss Spelman College pageant went down last Saturday, and there’s been a bit of controversy. During the pageant, seven students competed for the title of Miss Spelman College, with Kinsley Wilson named the winner and Jillian Collier named first runner-up. Following the pageant, the institution announced that it had found a “technical discrepancy in the scoring process.” In addition to promising to overhaul policy, Spelman also announced that both Collier and Wilson will serve as co-Miss Spelman College. Collier says she vehemently disagrees with the decision, according to 11 Alive. I’ve been doing HBCU Pulse for nearly 10 years. I’ve

Despite Decline In Black Male Enrollment At HBCUs, Benedict College Sets New Standard With 7% Increase In Recent Years

Courtesy of Afrotech Black male enrollment at the Historically Black College and University (HBCU), Benedict College, is on the rise. This counters overall data indicating that Black men’s enrollment at HBCUs has decreased. According to research from the American Institute for Boys and Men, 26% of Black men were enrolled in an HBCU in 2024, down from 38% in 1976. However, Benedict College reports Black male enrollment between 42% and 48% over the last decade, and saw a 7% uptick in fall 2024 from its previous year, according to a statement from university President, Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis, via the United College Negro Fund (UNCF). These outcomes are attributed

Jackson State names new president after national search.

The state’s largest HBCU and the Jackson area’s most prominent university has a new leader, and she’s a familiar face. The Board of Trustees of the State Institutions of Higher Learning named Denise Jones Gregory as the 14th full-time president of Jackson State University on April 16. Gregory, a JSU graduate, had served as interim president since May 2025. She replaces Marcus Thompson, who abruptly resigned on May 7, 2025, amid a cloud of controversy and a string of botched or controversial hires by the IHL at JSU. Thompson’s departure had continued the steady churn at the top of the state’s highest profile HBCU. Thompson was the ninth

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Raises $40K for HBCUs in Minutes

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s rapid fundraising for HBCUs showcases the sorority’s enduring commitment to empowering the next generation of Black leaders.Fort Lauderdale Today Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated’s South Atlantic Region demonstrated its commitment to service and scholarship by raising $40,000 in just minutes during its 73rd South Atlantic Regional Conference. The funds will be used to advance sustainability and student success initiatives at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) across the region. Why it matters As one of the oldest and most influential African American sororities, Alpha Kappa Alpha has a long history of supporting HBCUs, which play a vital

Queen Latifah to give North Carolina A&T commencement speeches

Queen Latifah will bring star power and a message of achievement to North Carolina A&T when she serves as keynote speaker for the university’s undergraduate commencement ceremonies in May 2026. North Carolina A&T announced Monday that the award-winning entertainer, producer and actress will speak at both baccalaureate ceremonies on Saturday, May 9, at First Horizon Coliseum in Greensboro. The first ceremony is scheduled for 9 a.m., while the second is set for 2:30 p.m. The appearance gives North Carolina A&T one of the most recognizable commencement speakers in the country this spring. It also adds a major cultural figure to a weekend that

Debbie Allen Brings ‘A Different World’ Energy to Clark Atlanta Commencement

It’s a different world! Debbie Allen is headed to Clark Atlanta University, and the HBCU community is receiving one of its most beloved cultural icons during a moment that feels bigger than a speech. The legendary actress, director, and choreographer will deliver the 2026 commencement address for Clark Atlanta University’s graduating class, with the ceremony set for Monday, May 18, at 10 a.m. at the Georgia World Congress Center. CAU announced the date as part of its 37th commencement ceremony, and the school is already leaning into the significance of Allen’s visit. Clark Atlanta said Allen’s life work “embodies discipline, creativity, and unapologetic excellence,”

Morris Brown College Preps For First Graduation Of ‘Restoration Class’ Since Reaccreditation

Morris Brown will commemorate its first wave of graduations since regaining accreditation. This year’s commencement ceremony for Morris Brown College holds a special place in the HBCU’s history. This cohort of graduates, deemed the “Restoration Class,” is the first to graduate from Morris Brown since its reaccreditation. As the 92 spring graduates of Morris Brown bask in this milestone accomplishment, they also reflected on their own stories of second chances. One senior, Faith Shamley, revived her academic journey just as Morris Brown did. After stepping away from college in 2019, Shamley took a leap of faith in herself and the

Designation Follows AAMU Hosting National HBCU Artificial Intelligence Summit

Alabama A&M University (AAMU) has been selected as a regional lead institution for Amazon Web Services–Machine Learning University (AWS-MLU), further elevating the University’s role as a leader in artificial intelligence and machine learning education, research, and workforce development. AAMU joins Delaware State University, Howard University, City Colleges of Chicago, and Oklahoma City Community College as one of five institutions nationwide chosen to serve as a regional lead by AWS-MLU. “Establishing five regional lead institutions for the AWS-MLU Program marks a powerful step forward in scaling AI and machine learning education nationwide,” said Dr. Margie Vela, Head of Strategic Initiatives, Machine Learning

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