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Inside HBCU radio preservation at Elizabeth City State University

In the heart of North Carolina’s Inner Banks, a story of radio preservation is unfolding. Episode 2 of “Broadcasting History: The HBCU Radio Legacy” takes listeners to Elizabeth City State University, where WRVS-FM has served as a vital community voice since 1986 and where our preservation team uncovered decades of audio history that almost disappeared forever. A Station Born to Serve Elizabeth City State University was founded in 1891 as a normal school training teachers for the region’s African American children. Nearly a century later, WRVS-FM took to the airwaves, providing live coverage of home football and basketball games that

NCCU ranked amongst nation’s top HBCUs for online programs, according to new report

By Starletta Watson North Carolina Central University has been tapped amongst the top universities in the country for their online programs. According to the U.S. News & World Report, NCCU ranks third among HBCU institutions offering bachelor’s degree programs online and ninth in North Carolina overall. Their report included factors like student engagement, faculty credentials and quality of service. According to NCCU, online programs are the fastest growing sector at the school. They attribute their success to offering flexible learning options, especially for those looking to go to college while they work. “These rankings show the intentional work outlined in

Fayetteville State University to Launch New Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education

Beginning in the fall 2026 semester, the College of Education at Fayetteville State University in North Carolina will offer a new bachelor’s degree program in special education. Fayetteville State developed this new program to address the critical need for licensed special education teachers throughout the state of North Carolina. Currently, the special education training offered at the HBCU is an undergraduate minor in the discipline and a master of arts in teaching for special education program. By offering a full bachelor’s degree in special education, Fayetteville State aims to enable more students to enter the profession fully licensed and prepared

North Carolina HBCU unable to pay staff this month

Just weeks after Barber-Scotia College secured a long-sought victory in a three-year property tax battle that preserved its educational tax-exempt status, the historic HBCU now says it has “completely run out of money,” its president confirmed this week—highlighting the institution’s ongoing financial instability even amid legal wins that were expected to ease fiscal pressure. The Concord, North Carolina–based college has been fighting to regain accreditation for more than two decades. Barber-Scotia lost its accreditation in 2004 following a series of financial challenges that drastically reduced enrollment. At one point, the institution reported having only four online students. As of fall 2025, enrollment has rebounded

Virginia State University could gain control of Virginia Military Institute

Virginia State University could gain control of the Virginia Military Institute, per a newly introduced House bill. House Bill 1374, introduced by Michael B. Feggans, aims to dissolve the current Board of Visitors for VMI and place it under Virginia State’s current Board of Visitors. Virginia Military Institute, a Predominantly White Institution (PWI) founded in 1839, educates over 1,500 students. If the bill passes and is signed into law, the Institute would fall under the governance of Virginia State’s 17-member Board of Visitors. Per comments obtained by Cardinal News, Feggans spoke about his proposed legislation, saying, “The bill reflects broader, longstanding concerns about

HBCU could soon have federal funding restored after 105 years

HAMPTON, Va. — Hampton University could regain a piece of its history — and unlock new federal research support — if Virginia lawmakers approve a bill aimed at restoring the HBCU’s land-grant status after more than a century. Senate Bill 274, introduced by Sen. Mamie Locke (D-Hampton), would recognize and restore Hampton University as both an 1862 and 1890 land-grant institution in Virginia. Supporters say the change would reconnect Hampton to the national land-grant system and expand access to federal programs tied to agriculture, engineering and other applied sciences. The measure also calls for a dedicated state fund to support the restoration.

North Carolina HBCU on the road to regaining accreditation

Barber-Scotia College is charting a hopeful path forward after securing a major legal victory that has reignited momentum for the historic HBCU’s revival. The Concord, North Carolina institution recently won a long-running tax dispute dating back to 2023, clearing a significant financial hurdle as it works toward regaining accreditation—nearly two decades after it was revoked in 2004. College leaders say the ruling marks a critical turning point, strengthening ongoing efforts to restore Barber-Scotia’s academic standing, stabilize operations, and reaffirm its legacy of educating generations of Black students and leaders. In a ruling made by the North Carolina Tax Commission, it was

UNCF Releases Report on Shifting Educational Landscape and HBCU Leadership Stability

Four strategic areas of focus identified to strengthen leadership and effectiveness at HBCUs Washington, DC, UNCF today released a report examining presidential tenure at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), a critical topic in the shifting educational landscape. The report, Stable Leadership: The Foundation of HBCU Success, from UNCF’s Institute for Capacity Building (ICB), explores why presidential tenure at HBCUs is far more than a staff concern—it is central for institutional resilience, transformation and growth. The report concludes that if HBCUs are to sustain their mission, they must also sustain their leaders. According to the American Council on Education’s 2023 American College

Morris Brown president facing serious accusations as he returns

Kevin James is again at the center of a fast-moving and increasingly complex leadership saga after new allegations surfaced following his reported reinstatement as president. New Allegations Emerge After Reinstatement Just over a week after being fired, Kevin James has been reinstated as president of Morris Brown College. However, Channel 2 Action News reports it has obtained multiple internal documents containing allegations of sexual harassment, abuse, intimidation, and threats involving James. The allegations were detailed in grievances filed by at least four Morris Brown staff members. According to the report, James has not responded to questions from Channel 2 since his termination last week. The

Spelman Chief Enrollment Officer Ingrid Hayes on What HBCUs and Women’s Schools Offer

U.S. News: What benefits do students get from attending an HBCU that’s also an all-women’s college? Hayes: Spelman occupies a unique position in American higher education. As a liberal arts college that is also an HBCU and a women’s college, we offer an educational experience grounded in academic excellence, cultural understanding and respect for the histories and contributions of the African diaspora. Our environment recognizes the complexity of identity and lived experience as integral to learning, leadership and personal growth. Spelman is intentionally designed to be a supportive and affirming space where students are encouraged to engage fully as themselves, feel

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