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TSU Mourns Football Star Tyler Martinez After Tragic Death

We are always told that live life to the fullest, as you never know when it will come to an unexpected halt. At least, that’s the reality of the world and something we all must endure. Texas Southern University and the community are mourning an unexpected tragedy after the death of their 24-year-old former Athlete. The loss of this life has left a void in the community, and the university has issued a statement after the player’s death. Tyler Martinez, a native of Houston, Texas, played his high school football at Humble High and stood out to get noticed by TSU.

Dr. Pamela Wilks Named President of Clinton College

Written By Lexx Thornton The Clinton College Board of Trustees is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Pamela Richardson Wilks as the 14th President of Clinton College. Dr. Wilks, a nationally respected higher education leader with more than 25 years of experience—primarily at Historically BlackColleges and Universities (HBCUs)—will officially assume the presidency on June 1, 2025. Dr. Wilks brings a dynamic record of visionary leadership, academic innovation, and institutional transformation. She currently serves as Provost and Executive Vice President at Paine College and has previously held senior administrative roles at Wilberforce University,Edward Waters University, and Coppin State University. “I

HBCU ELI Celebrates 5 Years of Building Black Leadership

Courtesy of Clark Atlanta University Housed at Clark Atlanta University, the comprehensive program continues to build a transformative pipeline of presidents and women executives at Historically Black Colleges and Universities The Executive Leadership Institute at Clark Atlanta University (HBCU ELI) proudly marks its fifth anniversary with a celebration honoring three groundbreaking leadership cohorts: the distinguished Community of Fellows, the HBCU New Presidents Program, and the inaugural Women Leaders Program. Together, these initiatives represent HBCU ELI’s unwavering commitment to developing visionary leaders equipped to navigate today’s higher education landscape and champion the future of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Now in

Benedict College Surpasses $1.7M Annual Fund Goal in 2025

Written by Lexx Thornton Benedict College proudly commemorates a significant philanthropic milestone as alumni and supporters around the world celebrate over a decade of exceeding annual fundraising goals. For the eleventh consecutive year, the Benedict College Tigers have surpassed expectations—this time by a notable margin. The 2025 Annual Fund goal of $1.7 million was exceeded by $17,222.00, resulting in a total of $1,717,222.00 raised in support of the College’s mission and students. All contributions reported in the Annual Giving Campaign are funds that have been received and not future pledges or commitments. “Sustaining this remarkable level of philanthropic momentum since

Saint Augustine’s University Fights to Retain Accreditation

Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) has reaffirmed its commitment to keep its doors open despite recent setbacks. A recent arbitration decision upheld the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges’ (SACSCOC) move to remove the university from membership.  However, school officials have assured students and the community that the university will remain accredited and operational during ongoing legal challenges. SAU officials announced that, in response to the arbitration outcome, the university’s attorneys will file an injunction in court to prevent any disruption to its accreditation status. This legal action is expected to extend SAU’s accredited status throughout the transition, guaranteeing that all

Dr. DuBois Bowman Begins Tenure as Morehouse President

Dr. F DuBois Bowman has returned to his alma mater to lead Morehouse into a new era. The newest president of Morehouse College has officially begun his tenure at the HBCU, speaking to his evolved vision for the all-mens’ institution. Dr. F. DuBois Bowman did not initially envision his career path leading to educational leadership. A Morehouse alum, the biostatistician and public health leader found his way by becoming a dean at the University of Michigan School of Public Health. His work in this role led to a call about returning to his alma mater. Excited to take part in the

Jermaine Dupri, Ludacris Rock 2025 MLB All-Star Game

Written by Lexx Thornton The 2025 MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park kicked off with a high-energy celebration ofAtlanta’s deep musical roots, headlined by some of the city’s most iconic performers. Hip-hop legends Jermaine Dupri and Ludacris, country superstars Zac Brown Band andKane Brown, and rising Canadian singer-songwriter Lauren Spencer Smith all took part in a star-studded pregame ceremony ahead of the July 15 Midsummer Classic. Atlanta was already set on fire with Beyonce’s Cowboy Carter tour that lasted four days in the star-studded city, bringing out the city each night to have 4 completely sold-out nights. Dupri and Ludacris—two

Delaware State Gets $20M Boost for Athletics Facilities

By Chris Stevens Delaware State’s Athletics Transformation Project received a significant boost by passing the 2025-26 fiscal year state budget. The university received $20 million for a multipurpose field house to help the football team and other athletic programs recruit battles against schools with more modern facilities. “It’s going to inject a lot of energy and goodwill into our campus,” Delaware State athletic director Tony Tucker told the Delaware News Journal. “We can’t wait to get started.” New Hornets head football coach DeSean Jackson added, “Coming from a big school like Cal and seeing them transform over the years [through upgrades], I

FAMU Ranked #1 HBCU for Online Programs by Forbes 2025

Florida A&M University has been named the #1 HBCU for online programs by Forbes Advisor. FAMU secured the top spot in Forbes’ 2025 rankings for offering high-quality, flexible and affordable online degrees, according to the study. Forbes Advisor said it used data from the U.S. Department of Education to evaluate HBCUs based on affordability, student outcomes, academic credibility and overall online student experiences “Our focus is on building meaningful, high-touch online experiences that meet the needs of today’s learners—whether they are working adults, returning students, or traditional undergraduates,” said Kelley Bolden Bailey, Ph.D., dean of FAMU Online, in a university press release.

Fisk Team Wins $40K for FinLitHQ Credit Education App

Courtesy of Fisk University A four-student team from Fisk University took the top prize in the #IYKYK Pitch Competition (If You Know, You Know) for their business idea to make financial literacy and credit education a rite of passage for young adults, sponsored by Experian and HomeFree-USA. Nicknamed Team FinLit, Ansana Regmi, Destiny Marshall, Remilekun Ore and Sovit Lekhak earned a $40,000 scholarship for their proposal, “FinLit HQ.” It’s a personalized gaming experience for teenagers that helps them develop good financial habits and combat money dysmorphia. As they enter their early twenties, users move onto more advanced app-based credit education via gaming missions for real-world financial scenarios,

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