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Robert F. Smith to Speak at Virginia Union University

Billionaire entrepreneur and philanthropist Robert F. Smith is coming to Virginia Union University, a leading HBCU in Richmond, Virginia. On Wednesday, August 27, 2025, Smith will headline a powerful Fireside Chat exploring leadership, legacy, and economic justice. The event will take place at 3:30 PM in the Living & Learning Center on campus. Attendees will hear directly from Smith as he shares insights from his new book, Lead Boldly: Seven Principles from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This visit marks a defining moment for Virginia Union and the broader HBCU community. A Visionary Leader Making HBCU History Robert F. Smith is the founder and CEO of Vista Equity Partners, one

NC A&T Tops U.S. List for Affordable Doctoral Universities

North Carolina A&T State University has again earned national praise for affordability. For the third consecutive year, it ranks as the least expensive doctoral research university in the U.S. with an R1 or R2 Carnegie classification. The honor comes from Money magazine’s “Best Colleges in America 2025.” Best Value Among Research Institutions Money based its rankings on net price, student debt, and return on investment. NCAT’s estimated full cost for 2025–26 is $21,460. That’s the lowest among peer doctoral research institutions and ranks No. 7 overall out of 730 colleges nationwide. With average financial aid applied, the price drops to just $10,900. Prioritizing Affordability

ECSU Researchers Use AI to Tackle Prostate Cancer Disparities

Written By Lexx Thornton Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) professors are putting artificial intelligence (AI) to work where it matters—on the front lines of health disparities. A research team led by Kuldeep Rawat—principal investigator, Thorpe Endowed Professor and dean of the School of Science, Aviation, Health and Technology; and Hirendranath Banerjee—co-principal investigator and professor of biology, will use artificial intelligence, machine learning, and a $250,000 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) through Vanderbilt University to use advanced AI and machine learning (ML) technologies to analyze genomics and transcriptomic data specific to prostate cancer patients. Funded under the AIM-AHEAD

HBCU Leaders Urged to Innovate and Protect Legacy

Although Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) played a pivotal role in expanding the Black middle class, contemporary HBCU leaders cannot rest on these institutional laurels. Instead, they must make sure that their programmatic offerings stay relevant and enable graduates to compete in the workforce of the future. Those were among the major points that several HBCU leaders and experts made to Diverse, as a new wave of HBCU leaders prepared to sit at the helm of these beloved institutions. Their ascension comes at a time when the higher education landscape is undergoing radical shifts and threats to longstanding student programs

Youngest GA Farmer Earns Full-Ride to SC State

A 10-year-old girl has received a full-ride scholarship to South Carolina State University, the HBCU announced recently. The news came as a surprise as Kendall Rae Johnson toured the university’s facilities. She had previously become the youngest USDA-certified farmer in Georgia at just 6 years old. Johnson was visiting South Carolina State’s Research and Demonstration Farm when she received a scholarship offer from the university’s president, Alexander Conyers. She was surprised with a full-ride scholarship during a university tour “We were genuinely inspired by Kendall Rae’s focus and maturity,” he said, according to a news story on the school’s website. “It’s not every day

UEN Partners with Victory Sports for NAIA & HBCU Coverage

Urban Edge Network (UEN) is thrilled to announce its latest influencer partnership with Victory Sports Network, aiming to elevate coverage of NAIA and HBCU sports content, news, and information. With this dynamic relationship, UEN will leverage Victory Sports Network’s extensive reach to keep its listeners, fans, and viewers updated on everything happening in the sports world. By harnessing the power of influencer engagement, UEN seeks to provide a more connected and informed experience for its audience. “Utilizing influencers to grow, maintain, and inform the UEN population is a revolutionary step for us,” said Hardy L. Pelt, Founding Member and Chief

2150 Center Launches NYC Infrastructure iLab to Empower HBCUs

The 2150 Center for Innovation, Commercialization & Growth expanded its national footprint with the launch of its Infrastructure iLAB focused on Public-Private Partnership (P3) Knowledge Center in New York City. This initiative builds on 2150’s commitment to fostering innovation ecosystems rooted in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) by creating high-growth, sector-specific iLabs that bridge talent, research, and industry. The P3 iLab will serve as a collaborative hub for HBCU students, faculty, industry subject matter experts, corporate leaders, and government partners to explore scalable, equity-driven solutions in infrastructure, sustainability, and inclusive economic development. The gathering featured a strategic dialogue centered

Edward Waters University President A. Zachary Faison’s Vision

A. Zachary Faison will begin his eighth year as the president and CEO at Edward Waters University when classes resume Monday. The 45-year-old is self-described geriatric millennial who has helped the 159-year-old institution become a university, enhance its reputation among applicants and expand its alumni base through bigger graduating classes. Those initiatives were part of Edward Waters’ Emerging Eminence strategic plan that will conclude later this year. Despite being younger than his peers at Florida’s four historically Black universities, Faison is the dean of the quartet. Faison spoke with Jacksonville Today last month as he and the university prepare for the 2025-26

Virginia State Launches First HBCU Family Studies Course

Written By Lexx Thornton Virginia State University is proud to announce the upcoming launch of the world’s first HBCU Studies course in Family and Consumer Sciences, starting in Fall 2025. This announcement builds on the University’s previous groundbreaking achievement of offering the first-ever HBCU History course.   The new course, FACS 425: The HBCU Family, will be taught by Dr. Jada Brooks and explore factors related to the family experience at Historically Black Colleges and Universities.   “We are thrilled to introduce the world’s first HBCU Studies course in Family and Consumer Sciences,” said Dr. Jada Brooks, Interim Chair and Professor of

Coahoma College CETL Empowers Mississippi Delta Professionals

Written By Lexx Thornton Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) at Coahoma Community College (CCC) is continuing to broaden its impact beyond campus walls by providing vital support for professional growth across the Mississippi Delta. From educators and healthcare professionals to community leaders, CETL is helping individuals maintain their credentials and sharpen their skills through accessible and personalized professional development opportunities.   Most recently, local professional Barbara Silas expressed her gratitude to CETL for assisting her in obtaining Continuing Education Units (CEUs)—a requirement for staying current in her field.   “I am writing to sincerely thank you for your support

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