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Fayetteville State Ranks Top 10 in Online HBCU List 2025

In a standout achievement, Fayetteville State University secured the ninth spot on Forbes Advisor’s 2025 rankings of top online Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The list weighs student success rates, costs, and post-graduation outcomes. At the top stands Florida A&M University, with Delaware State and NC Central following close behind. North Carolina A&T claimed fourth, while Bowie State rounded out the top five spots. The remaining positions went to Jackson State, Morgan State, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Fayetteville State, and Tennessee State. Schools faced strict requirements to earn consideration. Each institution needed five or more online bachelor’s degrees, plus strong

Jason Weaver Joins Kappa Kappa Psi 25 Years After Drumline

Drumline actor Jason Weaver just hit a high note—literally and symbolically. The star, known for playing Ernest in the iconic HBCU marching band film, has officially been inducted as an honorary member of Kappa Kappa Psi (???), the National Honorary Band Fraternity. Weaver’s big moment came during the organization’s National Convention in Lexington, Kentucky, and he couldn’t be more proud. On Instagram, he called it a “perfect full-circle moment,” adding that it’s been 25 years in the making since he first wore those letters on-screen. “I just want to publicly express that it is TRULY an honor to be a member who

NCCU Biotech Camp Inspires Next Gen of STEM Leaders

The high school students had become scientists, down to their white lab coats, gloves and safety googles. “We’re working on a crime scene,” said Sydnie Mason of Wake County, N.C. “Someone stole 10 airpods from a school.” They had DNA samples from four suspects and were using gel electrophoresis, a scientific technique, to see which sample matched DNA from the crime scene. “Based on these results, we’ll be able to see who committed the crime,” Mason explained. Twenty-four students from across the state gathered at N.C. Central University for the second session of the Summer Immersion Experience in Biotech. A $1.8

VUU Grad’s FOCUS Program Shines at 2025 B2T Summit

Written by Lexx Thornton What began as a senior capstone project at Virginia Union University has grown into atransformative movement now gaining national attention. Rodney Manning Jr., a May 2025graduate of Virginia Union University (VUU), launched FOCUS (FinanciallyOptimistic CollegeMen Uplifting Society)—with a mission to equip young Black men with financial knowledge,leadership skills, and a commitment to community advancement. His journey—and the growth of FOCUS—reached new heights during the 2025 Bridge 2 Technologies (B2T) Global Summit,held May 29–30 in Manhattan, NY. Joined by Tyriek Crutchfield, a rising senior at Benedict College, Manning represented theFOCUS initiative at this prestigious gathering of global

HBCUs Receive $17B Boost Amid Ongoing Funding Inequities

Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have long been pillars of higher education for Black Americans, producing a significant portion of Black professionals in various fields. Despite their contributions, many HBCUs continue to grapple with chronic underfunding, particularly in states where they are designated as land-grant institutions. These financial disparities have hindered their ability to expand research capabilities, upgrade facilities, and provide comprehensive student support. The Biden-Harris administration has made historic investments to address these challenges, allocating over $17 billion to HBCUs since 2021. This funding aims to support students through need-based grants, alleviate financial burdens, and enhance research opportunities. Notably,

Project ACCLAIM Redefines Wealth Building at HBCUs

At Monday’s UNITE: Together We Lead conference in Atlanta, two visionary leaders sat down to discuss a revolutionary approach to building wealth at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs)—one that starts in the classroom and ends with transformational giving. UNCF President Dr. Michael Lomax hosts a fireside chat with Spelman College Interim President Rosalind Brewer and Phil Gross, co-founder of Adage Capital Management. Rosalind “Roz” Brewer, interim president and chair emerita of Spelman College and former CEO of Walgreens, joined Phil Gross, co-founder and managing director of Adage Capital Management, to share how their collaboration through Project ACCLAIM is redefining financial education at HBCUs while

When HBCUs Become PWIs: The Gentrification of Black Colleges

Did you know there are at least two historically Black colleges in America (West Virginia to be specific) that are predominantly white? Now, you probably read the above sentence and said to yourself: “Nah, that can’t be right. How are they HBCUs if their student body isn’t Black? What do you think the “B” stands for? It ain’t ‘bring on the white folks.’” Well, apparently, for all the griping white people do about DEI, affirmative action, reverse discrimination and the very existence of Black institutions — all of which only exist because Black people have been historically excluded from so many institutions that

Wiley University Launches Financial Literacy Initiative

Written By Lexx Thornton Wiley University proudly announces the launch of its Financial Literacy and Wellness Community Access Programs, a powerful new initiative made possible by a grant from the T.D. Jake’s Foundation and Wells Fargo Bank. This announcement marks the beginning of Phase II of the university’s financial wellness programming and coincides with its Juneteenth Celebration—a moment of reflection and empowerment deeply tied to Wiley’s historical roots.   “In 2024, Wiley University received a grant from the T.D. Jakes Foundation and Wells Fargo Bank to engage individuals in opportunities to increase their financial literacy and wellness,” said Dr. Tashia Bradley,

Omega Psi Phi Expelled After Hazing Death at HBCU Campus

An HBCU has decided to remove a Black Greek Letter Organization from its campus following the death of a student pledge. Southern University has expelled the Beta Sigma chapter of Omega Psi Phi following an investigation into hazing practices that led to the death of Caleb Wilson this past February. Wilson, 20, was a member of the Human Jukebox when he died during hazing practices to pledge to the fraternity. On the night of February 27, 2025, Wilson was brought unresponsive to a Baton Rouge hospital by a group of males, who initially claimed he collapsed while playing basketball at a

Mathew Knowles Joins PVAMU as Executive-in-Residence

Written by Lexx Thornton Prairie View A&M University, one of the nation’s historically Black colleges and universities(HBCUs), has announced the launch of a new Presidential Executive-in-Residence Program—and it’s kicking off with a familiar name: Dr. Mathew Knowles. Knowles uses the “Dr.” title because he earned a Ph.D. in Business Administration from Cornerstone Christian Bible College in 2022. Knowles, the acclaimed music executive behind Destiny’s Child and Beyoncé’s father, will be the inaugural Executive-in-Residence for the 2025–2026 academic year. The program aims to bridge academic instruction with real-world experience, particularly in entrepreneurship, branding, media, and storytelling. “This is about more than

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