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Dallas HBCU Paul Quinn College to build first fraternity house

The stepping and the probates draw the eye. The synchronized percussive theater that announces Black Greek life to anyone within earshot of a yard show. But at Paul Quinn College, the oldest historically Black college west of the Mississippi, what alumni like Darien Wilson know is that the spectacle is prologue, not the thing itself. “I think they think initially that it’s about a party,” Wilson, who pledged at Paul Quinn in 1997, told a local NBC affiliate. “However, it turns into mentorship. It turns into [an] achievement. How are you going to be a leader in the community?” That question now has a physical answer. The southern Dallas HBCU (Historically Black Colleges or Universities) has received a

Where Legacy Takes Flight: Delaware State University and Howard High School Unite to Honor the Tuskegee Airmen

Courtesy of Delaware State University In a powerful full-circle moment honoring history, legacy, and progress, Delaware State University welcomed students from Howard High School of Technology for the Third Annual Tuskegee Airmen Commemoration Ceremony. The event brought together two historic institutions that once stood as the only educational opportunities for African Americans in Delaware—now united in celebration of excellence, resilience, and achievement. Held on the campus of Delaware State University, the ceremony was hosted by Black Women in Aviation, adding a powerful layer of representation and leadership to a program dedicated to honoring aviation history while inspiring future generations. The

HBCU makes history, names first female athletic director

Florida Memorial Athletics just made history with their new AD hire. The Florida-based HBCU has named Chandra Dorsey-Felton as Director of Athletics. With the move, Dorsey-Felton becomes the first female athletic director in university history. The new role for Dorsey-Felton comes after twenty-five years in college athletics, including key positions at Florida Memorial. She served as Deputy Director for Student Success and Compliance in 2024 before then being named Interim Director of Athletics in 2025. She also has held key positions at Texas State, McNeese, Southern Miss, Wichita State, and Tulane University, as well as the University of Tulsa. Dorsey-Felton spoke about her appointment

HBCU Founder’s Day To Remember: Livingstone honors donor

Livingstone College marked its 147th Founder’s Day with gratitude, renewal, and powerful reminders of the strength of the HBCU community. Held on February 5, 2026, under the theme “The Morning of an Audacious Idea,” the celebration carried added meaning. It marked the public return of President Dr. Anthony J. Davis after a successful kidney transplant. From the opening notes of the Prayer Meeting Alumni Choir, Gospel Choir, and Concert Choir, the tone was clear. This was more than ceremony. It was testimony. A Founder’s Day With New Meaning The convocation reflected both history and hope. Students, alumni, faculty, and community

Kentucky State University receives legislative funding with new requirements

Courtesy of Kentucky State University Kentucky’s only public historically black university is getting a legislative lifeline. Senate Bill 185 would create a partnership between Kentucky State University, the Kentucky General Assembly and the Council on Postsecondary Education to support the school financially and educationally. The bill’s sponsor, Sen. Christian McDaniel, R-Ryland Heights, said Kentucky State University is more than $20 million in debt. “Now was not the time to explore the closure of Kentucky State but rather to be a partner in the redefinition of this institution and what it can mean for the commonwealth,” McDaniel said. Changes ahead for

Tuskegee Students Turn AI Idea Into $20K Win

Tuskegee University is celebrating a major win after its student team secured first place at the ninth annual National HBCU Battle of the Brains competition, bringing home a $20,000 grand prize. According to Tuskegee University, the team earned the top spot with their concept called SHOP.PY, a business idea focused on solving a growing problem in online shopping. The platform addresses how AI-driven search results can mislead consumers and hurt brands that struggle to get visibility. The competition, held March 11 through 15 in Austin, Texas, brought together more than 25 teams from HBCUs across the country. Students were challenged

What’s the oldest college in Mississippi? See state’s historic schools

By Bonnie Bolden What’s the oldest college in Mississippi? This religious school is celebrating 200 years of preparing young people for the future in 2026. Some of the oldest public and private schools in the state are more than 150 years old. Did you know Mississippi has the oldest public Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in the United States? Here’s what to know about the oldest colleges and universities in Mississippi, where you can find them. Mississippi College celebrates 200 years Mississippi College was chartered in 1826 as Hampstead Academy, according to a history on its website. The school in what is now Clinton started offering classes for boys

Benedict College Achieves Remarkable Gains in 4-Year Graduation Rates, Doubling Outcomes Over Eight Years

Benedict College is proud to announce a significant and sustained increase in its 4-year graduation rates, reflecting the institution’s ongoing commitment to student success, academic excellence, and transformational impact. Through strategic investments in academic programs, student support services, and data-informed decision-making, the College has achieved a notable 104% increase in 4-year graduation rates compared to historical averages. “President Artis, her staff and especially the students should be commended for this tremendous accomplishment. Benedict College’s efforts to significantly improve graduation rates, with limited financial support, prove that they are a great investment. This achievement reflects the dedication of the faculty, staff, and the

Florida A&M drum major recognized by College Football Hall of Fame

A new College Football Hall of Fame exhibit is taking HBCU band culture from the sidelines to center stage, and a HBCU drum major is helping lead the way. The College Football Hall of Fame is now recognizing Florida A&M University’s first head drum major Oluwamodupe “Dupe” Oloyede, with a permanent display. “We worked with FAMU’s Dupe Oloyede and Florida A&M University closely to bring a broader college cultural exhibit experience, groundbreaking football game impact, and her historic inclusion in life into a supporting story,” Yomand Brown, vice president of communications at the College Football Hall of Fame, told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.  The recognition comes

How Spelman’s Innovation Lab Grows Black Tech Talent

More than 85 students from Black colleges across the South and east coast descended on Spelman College this weekend for the school’s fourth-annual HBCU Game Jam. Over the three-day event, students attended workshops on game design and development, culminating in a hack-a-thon where student teams spent 24-hours building their own video game. For the first time this year, the Game Jam was hosted in the Arthur M. Blank Innovation Lab in Spelman’s new Mary Schmidt Campbell Center for Innovation & the Arts, where participants have access to all the tech resources needed to create a new game from coding and

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