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Southern University Suspends Alpha Phi Alpha Chapter

Southern University has suspended its chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. over hazing allegations, according to a report from WAFB 9 News in Baton Rouge. The decision came during Homecoming Week, one of the most celebrated times on an HBCU campus. Cease-and-desist issued amid hazing investigation In a letter sent by the university’s Director of Student Leadership and Engagement to the chapter president. Alpha Phi Alpha was notified that it is “accused of reported hazing allegations in violation of Southern University’s hazing policy,” WAFB reported. The university issued a cease-and-desist order while a full investigation continues. Under the suspension, the

Florida to Build Black History Museum in St. Augustine

More than 60 years ago, what was once known as Florida Memorial College sat on more than 310 acres of land in St. Augustine, Fla. Now, a portion of that property in St. Augustine will be used for the site of Florida’s Black History Museum, housing artifacts, a performing arts center, an art gallery and an educational space. “I think that founding missionaries. … now get to rest to knowing that that land is serving a mighty purpose,” Florida Memorial University President William C. McCormick, Jr. told the Miami Herald following a signing ceremony Friday afternoon for the ground lease agreement between

Alabama State Partners with YMCA for Campus Wellness Hub

By Leonard Hall A new partnership between Alabama State University and the YMCA of Greater Montgomery will bring a YMCA facility to the ASU campus, marking a historic milestone for both entities. University and YMCA officials announced the collaboration during a press conference held Monday, Oct. 13. “Today’s announcement is a shining example of what we mean when we say ‘CommUniversity’ in both spirit and in action,” said ASU President Dr. Quinton T. Ross, Jr. “It’s a demonstration of how we as an institution are committed not only to educating students, but also to uplifting and empowering the community we

Cheyney University Sees 38% Enrollment Growth in 2025

This fall, Cheyney University, a historically Black educational institution located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, experienced a significant spike in enrollment, according to a report from The Philadelphia Tribune.  The HBCU currently enrolls 851 students, up 38 percent from last year’s total enrollment of 617 students. This includes 360 first-time students, more than double of last year’s first-year cohort of 148 students and one of the HBCU’s largest incoming classes in the past 15 years. Additionally, the university brought its student retention rate up to 77 percent, marking the highest retention rate in three decades. Cheyney University President Aaron Walker attributed the university’s

Katt Williams Earns Honorary Doctorate from Miles College

Written By Lexx Thornton Comedy icon Katt Williams traded the stand-up stage for academic regalia this week in Birmingham, receiving an honorary doctorate in Humane Letters from Miles College, a historically Black College and University (HBCU). The honor recognizes Williams’ cultural impact and his emerging role as a creative innovator.  Miles College President Bobbie Knight presented the award, stating, “It’s because of you and what you have done, and we just want to show you how much we appreciate you and recognize you for the work you have done.”  The doctorate capped off a week of high-level engagement that culminated

Lincoln University to Host 2025 HBCU Digital Innovation Summit

A landmark gathering dedicated to advancing student success across HBCUs and partner institutions. The symposium, sponsored by the US Department of Commerce / Connecting Minority Communities (CMC) / National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) Grant, will be held on November 6–7, 2025, at Lincoln University, Pennsylvania—the nation’s first degree-granting HBCU. This inaugural event will convene faculty, staff, and academic leaders from HBCUs and partner institutions to explore innovations, address challenges, and share best practices in digital education. The symposium theme is: “Best Practices for Digital Innovation in Teaching and Learning.” The goal of the symposium is to highlight and disseminate innovative digital

WorkHurt to Healing Forum Empowers Workplace Resilience

Written By Lex Thornton WorkHurt.co, in partnership with Howard University’s Center for Women, Gender, and Global Leadership, will present WorkHurt to Healing: A Forum on Workplace Resilience, a first-of-its-kind experience exploring the intersections of work, health, and grief—and the power of individuals to transform workplace pain into purpose.  The forum will take place on Thursday, October 23, from 2 to 4 p.m., at Howard University’s Louis Stokes Health Sciences Library, 501 W St NW, Washington, D.C. 20059.  As burnout, inequities, and chronic stress continue to affect the well-being of employees across industries, WorkHurt to Healing offers both a mirror and

Robert F. Smith Champions AI Education at HBCUs

Robert F. Smith is positioning his portfolio for success in generative AI and wants to do the same for HBCU students. Per IBM, generative AI takes a user prompt and creates original text, images, audio, or software code. In a fireside chat with Harold L. Martin Sr., Ph.D. — chancellor emeritus of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University — Smith, the founder, chairman, and CEO of Vista Equity Partners, discussed the impact of generative AI on the tech industry and his work with the technology. Smith said he has already been able to position his portfolio companies as frontrunners within their sectors through the use

Morgan State Joins BIT for Resilient HBCUs Initiative

By Morgan State University Morgan State University has been selected as one of five Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to participate in the “Building Improvement Toolkits for Resilient HBCUs” (BIT for HBCUs) initiative, a three-year sustainability pilot launched by Southface Institute and the Sustain Our Future Foundation (SOFF). As a key participant in this pioneering program, Morgan will receive $150,000 in implementation grants, comprehensive technical support, and opportunities for workforce development. Additionally, Morgan will gain access to advanced building management tools designed to help participating campuses reduce emissions, improve energy efficiency, and enhance long-term climate resilience. Morgan joins Clark Atlanta University,

Spelman Honors Dr. Guy Sheftall at UNCF/Mellon Reception

Courtesy of Spelman College As part of the reception, the program members celebrated 170 UNCF/Mellon Ph.D. graduates, who serve with distinction at various types of higher education institutions. “Through their scholarship, leadership, and mentorship, [the recent UNCF/Mellon Ph.D. graduates] uphold the value of using education to document and interrogate the production of knowledge and to uplift and engage communities in this project we call democracy,” said Dr. Spence. Following the welcome, Georgia State University Professor Dr. Stephanie Evans engaged Dr. Guy Sheftall in an insightful conversation celebrating her legacy and new book, “Black! Feminist! Free!” The two talked about Dr. Guy Sheftall’s

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