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Virginia State Jumps to 11th in 2026 Best HBCU Rankings

Written By Lexx Thornton Virginia State University has risen 12 spots in a major college ranking system, now placing 11th among the best historically Black colleges and universities, according to U.S. News and World Report. This marks the largest jump of any HBCU on the prestigious list.  “[The university] has a total undergraduate enrollment of 5,129 (fall 2024), and the campus size is 231 acres,” according to the publication’s website. “The student-faculty ratio at Virginia State University is 14:1, and it utilizes a semester-based academic calendar.”  Virginia’s Hampton University ranked 7th on the list of best HBCUs. VSU also tied

FAMU Athletics Leader Faces Restitution, Gambling Mandates

The terms include mandatory gambling addiction courses and regular participation in treatment or support groups. Suggs is also barred from holding any position where she has access to employer funds or credit lines for personal benefit. Whether that restriction applies to her current role at FAMU remains unclear. In addition, Suggs must pay $649.98 in restitution to the Florida Sports Foundation. Court documents note that while she did repay certain charges, others — including expenses marked as business meals that were later deemed personal — went unpaid. FDLE also reported that Suggs often claimed receipts were missing. FAMU, one of

How can HBCU students leverage AI in their studies? North Carolina Central summit highlights ideas

By Chantal Brown North Carolina Central University unveiled its new Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research (IAIER) at the top of this school year. The institute aims to educate the NCCU community and beyond on how to use AI in their courses, careers, and communities. During a summit hosted by the institute last month for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), students, faculty, and state leaders gave their perspectives on how they would like to move forward with integrating the technology. “This was an invitation, inviting all HBCUs to see North Carolina Central as a national hub for all HBCUs. We want to work

Virginia State Jumps to 11th in 2025 Best HBCU Rankings

 Virginia State University has risen 12 spots in a major college ranking system, now placing 11th among the best historically Black colleges and universities, according to U.S. News and World Report. This marks the largest jump of any HBCU on the prestigious list. “[The university] has a total undergraduate enrollment of 5,129 (fall 2024), and the campus size is 231 acres,” according to the publication’s website. “The student-faculty ratio at Virginia State University is 14:1, and it utilizes a semester-based academic calendar.” Virginia’s Hampton University ranked 7th on the list of best HBCUs. VSU also tied for fifth place among 77

Rust College Secures $5M From UNCF Endowment Gift by Scott

 Rust College, one of the nation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and a member of the UNCF (United Negro College Fund), is set to significantly increase its financial stability following a landmark $70 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott to the UNCF. The massive gift is earmarked for the UNCF Members Pooled Endowment Fund, an innovative initiative designed to strengthen the long-term financial health of all 37 private UNCF-member HBCUs. Rust College will receive a $5 million stake in this endowment from UNCF. The institution has committed to a crucial step: working with the UNCF to raise an additional $5 million in matching funds. This

FAMU Apologizes After Offensive Remark Toward Honey Beez

Written By Lexx Thornton The HBCU community is reacting to a halftime controversy from Saturday’s football game between Alabama State University and FAMU. Inside Bragg Memorial Stadium, Alabama State’s Honey Beez — the well-known plus-sized dance team that performs with the Mighty Marching Hornets — became the target of an offensive remark.  As the Honey Beez left the field after their performance, Florida A&M band announcer Joe Bullard called them “the new face of Ozempic.” The crowd reacted with shock and disgust. Soon after, the incident spread on social media and quickly ignited outrage across the HBCU landscape.  Alabama State

Kamala Harris Surprises Howard Students with Memoir Visit

Former Vice President Kamala Harris made a surprise visit to Howard University on Friday, returning to her alma mater to promote her new memoir, 107 Days. The unannounced stop electrified the campus as students gathered to see one of the university’s most accomplished graduates. Kamala Harris Returns to “The Mecca” Harris, a 1986 Howard graduate, walked across The Yard and greeted students before heading to the campus bookstore. There she signed copies of 107 Days, posed for photos, and spent time connecting with students who were excited and surprised by her visit. University social media accounts later confirmed the stop was unscheduled. Students described the moment as

Jackson State Rises to No. 15 on 2026 Best HBCU Rankings

Jackson State University has earned its highest spot in nearly a decade on U.S. News & World Report’s list of top historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Jackson State has moved to No. 15 in the 2026 edition of Best Colleges. This marks a six-spot leap from last year’s No. 21 position. The acceleration reflects the university’s progress in retention, graduation outcomes, and faculty resources. For JSU leaders, the new ranking is more than a number. University leaders note the school’s position as a recognition of the work to sustain academic rigor and open doors for students from diverse backgrounds. In a statement, Interim President Denise

Bethune-Cookman Band Shines on Sherri Show Premiere

Written By Lexx Thornton The Bethune-Cookman Marching Wildcats Band will perform at Sherri Shepherd’s television show, “Sherri,” for Season 4’s Premiere Week. The Pride will be there in conjunction with the National Battle of the Bands organization to promote the “HBCU culture, community, and excellence to a national audience,” according to representatives of NBOTB.  The Sherri Show featured the HBCU band on its broadcast for Tuesday, Sept. 23. B-CU Band Marching Wildcats boast over 200 members, including instrumentalists, the Sophisticat Flag Corp, and the 14 Karat Gold Dancers. You might recall the university in the major movie from 2002. Bethune-Cookman

FVSU Suspends Blue Machine Band Over Hazing Allegations

An HBCU marching band has been put on ice as Fort Valley State University (FVSU) has suspended its Blue Machine Marching Band due to hazing allegations, just days before the school’s highly anticipated homecoming celebration on October 4 against Central State University. FVSU’s Executive Director of Marketing and Communications, Britney Smith, confirmed the decision to WGXA, noting that the university ordered the band to “suspend all activity due to allegations of hazing.” Smith emphasized that Fort Valley State takes hazing seriously and that student safety is the school’s top priority. “Fort Valley State University has directed the Blue Machine Marching Band to suspend all

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