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HBCU Alum Writes Holiday Movie on Lifetime “Deck the Hallways” Dedicated in Memory of His Father an HBCU Professor

Written by Lexx Thornton This holiday season, an HBCU alum honors his late father’s legacy with a heartwarming Lifetime Holiday Movie. The film “Deck the Hallways” is a story of family, tradition, and hope shaped by the lessons of a lifetime. Along with encore airings on Lifetime through the holiday season, it is available to stream on-demand, on the Lifetime app & the Lifetime website: https://play.mylifetime.com/movies/deck-the-hallways  Gregory Anderson, an HBCU alumnus of Florida A&M University, wrote the screenplay earlier this year in Tallahassee while caring for his father, Dr. Osiefield Anderson. This experience helped shape the emotional pulse of the

2025 HBCU Making & Innovation Showcase Highlights Winning Inventions, from Reading Apps to AI-Powered Gardening

The 2025 AAAS Making & Innovation Showcase drew more than 100 participants from 19 teams representing 14 Historically Black Colleges and Universities, but just a few of the innovations presented were selected for top awards at the showcase, held Sept. 27-29 in Washington and hosted by AAAS in partnership with the National Science Foundation and VentureWell. Winners were awarded in two categories: Showcase, for teams whose inventions were particularly original, and Engagement, for teams who demonstrated strong involvement in the mentoring and enrichment activities at the showcase and in the months leading up to it. The winning teams are: Showcase

From Lockdowns to Lock-In: HBCUs Beef Up Security

According to Capital B News, HBCUs are amping up security measures in a big way. Over the past three years, half of the nation’s 101 HBCUs have dealt with targeted threats, with 49 bomb threats in 2022 alone, per a United Negro College Fund report. This fall, heightened security measures were taken after the shooting death of a conservative activist, triggering lockdowns at least seven HBCUs on Sept. 11. Although most college students are used to shooting drills and practice lockdowns staged around the country, college admins aren’t playing around. With camera upgrades, more campus security, and mental health pros being added to

HBCU Grad Becomes First To Earn Mechatronics Engineering Degree At South Carolina State

One HBCU graduate has made history with his degree in mechatronics engineering from South Carolina State University. Omar Shaheed III began his career at the HBCU as the first student of the newly established program. The Berkeley High School graduate was encouraged to attend a historically Black University by his own chairman of the Department of Engineering Technology, Dr. Hasanul Basher. Despite not knowing much about the profession, Shaheed still took a chance on the program. From then on, he learned about this evolving sector of engineering. According to a press release obtained by Afrotech, mechatronics engineering seeks to “design, test and

Faulk’s Southern Contract Lets Him Keep 20% of Donations

By: Daniel Libit  Marshall Faulk‘s new agreement to become head football coach at Southern University allows the former NFL star to earn 20% of any new fundraising revenue he helps generate for the university.  According to a partially signed copy of the agreement, obtained via open records request, Faulk would also be permitted to direct half of those newly raised funds toward the football program. The fundraising bonus is contingent on the team meeting NCAA academic and eligibility standards. The version shared with Sportico was signed by Faulk and athletic director Roman Banks on Dec. 16, and was waiting for

HBCU Battle of the Bands Makes Historic Arena Debut in Charlotte

By Lexx Thornton Get your clear bags and your school colors ready, because the “Queen City” is about to sound a whole lot louder. On January 24, 2026, the BIG HBCU Southern Classic Battle of the Bands is doing something that has never been done in the history of the circuit: they are moving the soul of the stadium into the high-octane atmosphere of an indoor arena.  For decades, the “Battle” has been a staple of massive outdoor stadiums, where the sound travels to the clouds. But this year, the script is being flipped. By bringing eight of the nation’s

Allen University president steps down after decade of leadership

Ernest McNealey has stepped down as president of Allen University following a decade of leadership at the Columbia, South Carolina–based institution. The university confirmed McNealey’s departure after his contract was not renewed, though officials have not disclosed the reason behind the decision.  The institution released a statement confirming Dr. McNealey’s departure. Here is the full statement: I am writing this notice to announce the departure of Dr. Ernest McNealey as President of Allen University. Even though moments of transition can raise questions, I want to reassure each of you that our institution remains strong, stable, and firmly committed to its mission.  The Board

HBCU President Sues White Professor Who Called Her ‘Scam Artist’ Over Plagiarism Claims

The two parties both have lawsuits open, as the disgruntled professor claims she was forced out due to her whiteness. An HBCU President is embroiled in a legal battle with a former professor regarding plagiarism accusations on a decades-old dissertation. The president of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Heidi Anderson, filed a defamation suit against Donna Satterlee, a former professor at UMES. Anderson claims her former employee, Satterlee, stifled career opportunities with her character attacks. Anderson stated that Satterlee, who is white, claims that she is a “scam artist” who plagiarized parts of her 1986 dissertation, and these accusations lead to

New Life for Site of Former Morris Brown Student Center

By Lexx Thornton A deteriorated, vacant site in Vine City adjacent to the Atlanta University Center will soon be reimagined and revitalized.  The Invest Atlanta Board selected Prestwick Development to redevelop the site located at the corner of Sunset Avenue and Griffin Street near the cluster of five Historically Black Colleges and Universities. There are currently two buildings on the site, including the former Morris Brown Student Center – also known as the Hickman Center – and the Morris Brown U.S. Postal Service facility, which has fallen into disrepair due to long-term vacancy and previous fire damage.  Invest Atlanta acquired

Tuscaloosa Delta Sigma Theta Announces 2026 HBCU Homecoming Fundraiser

The Tuscaloosa Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., proudly upholding its 75-year legacy of service, is excited to announce its upcoming event, Steppin’ into Greatness – An HBCU Homecoming Tribute. This event will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Tuscaloosa River Market, 1900 Jack Warner Pkwy. According to the press release, “This dynamic scholarship and outreach fundraiser will celebrate the rich traditions of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) while raising funds to support deserving students and the Tuscaloosa community.” Driven by a deep commitment to service and progress, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. continues to empower

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