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Howard University Students Face Financial Strife After HBCU Changes Student Payment Platform

By Nahlah Abdur-Rahman While many Howard students are planning for their final year at the renowned HBCU, some are now facing an unexpected and expensive bill. The school has transitioned over to a new payment platform for students called Bison Hub. However, this new software has left some with a considerable amount of money to pay before they can register for classes. Typically, for HBCUs, any student with a financial hold on their account cannot register for the next semester until the hold is paid. One student told NBC Washington how she woke up with what looked like an entire

TSU Breaks Ground on $Agriculture Complex for Fall 2026

Written By Lexx Thornton With hard hats on and shovels in hand, Tennessee State University leaders, dignitaries, and College of Agriculture faculty broke ground June 26 on the future of agricultural innovation. The historic ceremony is for the construction of new facilities that will support TSU’s Food and Animal Sciences and Environmental Sciences programs, spanning more than 110,000 square feet combined. Scheduled for completion in fall 2026, the development reflects the university’s continued investment in research, student success, and community impact.   CheKenna Fletcher, a Ph.D. candidate in agricultural sciences at TSU, served as the mistress of ceremonies and said the

Howard, Aramark Launch Innovative Campus Dining Program

By Cedric Mobley Howard University, the only R1 research institution which is also a historically Black college or university (HBCU), has selected Aramark Collegiate Hospitality to implement its transformative new campus dining vision called Howard University Hospitality.  This collaboration between Aramark and Howard University marks a significant step in enhancing the campus experience through culinary innovation, cultural celebration, and community empowerment. “We are looking forward to this exciting partnership with Aramark as they elevate and innovate an exceptional dining experience for our students and faculty,” said LaNiece Tyree, assistant vice president, Auxiliary Enterprises. The new program will include space revitalization, growth planning, and

Morgan State Generates $1.5B Impact on Maryland’s Economy

Maryland’s historically black colleges and universities have quietly been generating billions for the state’s economy, recent studies show.  A new report from Econsult Solutions found that Morgan State University generated $1.5 billion for the state economy in 2024, and $891 million for Baltimore.   The state’s preeminent public urban research university has seen consistent growth since it began studying its economic impact. Additionally, the university supports 8,200 jobs in the state and contributes $71 million in state tax revenue. “From our pioneering research projects to our massive role in local community and economic development, our impact is impactful, transformational and intentional,” David K. Wilson, president of Morgan State University,

Clark Atlanta, IBM Partner to Bridge AI Skills Gap

Written By Lexx Thornton Clark Atlanta University today announced a collaboration with IBM Skills Build to help cultivate talent among future developers and drive economic growth. AI training continues to be vital. The latest Future of Jobs report from the World Economic Forum shows that the skills gap remains the most significant barrier to business transformation, and that by 2030, 39% of current skills may become outdated. Additionally, recent research from IBM and Morning Consult reveals that 76% of developers don’t consider themselves to be experts in generative AI. This shows how the growth of generative AI has compounded the

Columbia to Pay $200M in Deal to Restore Federal Funding

By Phil Helsel Columbia University said Wednesday it will pay $200 million to the federal government to restore the majority of funding that was cut by the Trump administration over allegations it violated anti-discrimination laws. “This agreement marks an important step forward after a period of sustained federal scrutiny and institutional uncertainty,” acting university President Claire Shipman said in a statement. The Trump administration in March said it was canceling $400 million in grants to the school, accusing it of “inaction in the face of persistent harassment of Jewish students.” Columbia then agreed to a list of demands by the Trump administration, which some

FAMU Tops Forbes HBCU Ranking for Online Education Success

Florida A&M University has claimed the coveted top position in Forbes Advisor’s comprehensive ranking of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, marking a significant achievement for the Tallahassee institution and its digital education initiatives. The recognition, announced in late June, celebrates FAMU’s approach to making quality higher education accessible through innovative online programming that serves students nationwide while maintaining the institution’s commitment to academic excellence. Breaking down FAMU’s digital dominance The Forbes evaluation highlighted several factors that propelled FAMU to the summit of HBCU excellence. Chief among these achievements stands the university’s remarkably affordable tuition structure, with undergraduate students paying just

Bennett College Launches Bold New PEARL Gen Ed Program

Students who arrive at Bennett College this fall will participate in a new series of courses designed to help them become well-rounded, successful college graduates who are engaged citizens, prepared for the workforce and the world beyond college. The Pathways in Education for Active and Rigorous Learning (PEARL) Program reshapes the college’s general education curriculum to focus on innovative, interdisciplinary course offerings that empower students to shape the future as critically engaged, globally aware, and holistically educated individuals. The interdisciplinary PEARL Program will help students develop fundamental skills in communication, quantitative and qualitative reasoning, and critical analysis, and prepare them

Ralph Lauren Unveils Oak Bluffs Collection with HBCUs

Written by Lexx Thornton Ralph Lauren announces the Polo Ralph Lauren for Oak Bluffs collection, a new limited-edition collection and campaign telling the story of the Oak Bluffs community in Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts. A coastal haven for Black communities for more than acentury, Oak Bluffs hasbeen enjoyed for generations by seasonal beachgoers, close-knit alumni cohorts, and familiesthat built and continue to steward the town’s many charming cottages year-round. As part of this story, Ralph Lauren takes its ongoing partnership with Morehouse and Spelman Colleges off-campus, weaving products into this collection that celebrate timeless collegiate style and the prestigious legacy of

Howard University Names New VP to Boost Student Enrollment

Courtesy of Howard University Howard University is adding a new employee to handle the HBCU’s student enrollment. Howard has appointed a new vice president of Enrollment Management and Student Success. Keyana Scales, Ed.D., will take on the role to help retain students throughout their entire matriculation at the Washington, D.C. school. According to the school website, she will begin her tenure on Aug. 1. With a doctoral degree in education, Scales brings academic expertise and leadership background to this position. She most recently served as senior vice president at Ruffalo Noel Levitz, a company specializing in enrollment and donor management

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