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UVA President Resigns Amid DOJ DEI Investigation Pressure

By Minyvonne Burke, Joe Kottke and Tyler Kingkade The president of the University of Virginia is resigning following pressure from the Trump administration to step aside amid a Justice Department investigation into the school’s diversity practices. James E. Ryan convened a meeting with his senior leadership Friday and announced that he would be stepping down, according to a source who attended the UVA Board of Visitors meeting. The Justice Department had demanded Ryan step down to resolve an investigation over the school’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, according to The New York Times, which was first to report the news of his resignation. In a

Hampton Choir Returns to London for Historic UK Tour

Written By Lexx Thornton A world-renowned US university choir makes historic London return. The Hampton University Concert Choir’s UK tour will rekindle memories of a landmark moment in its musical history.   It was nearly a century ago that London provided one of the highlights on their 1930 European tour, under the leadership of renowned composer, pianist, and former Hampton (then Institute) director of music, R. Nathaniel Dett.   During a six-week tour of seven countries, the 40-strong choir performed in London for Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald at No.10 and sang at the Royal Albert Hall, Queen’s Hall, and Westminster Abbey. In

UDC Shines at 2025 HBCU Title III Conference in Virginia

 UDC co-hosted the 2025 National Association of HBCU Title III Administrators Technical Assistance Workshop and Conference with Bowie State University in Crystal City, Virginia—an engaging and impactful gathering of leaders, educators and advocates committed to the future of historically Black colleges and universities. Title III is a federal program under the Higher Education Act that provides funding to strengthen institutions that serve high percentages of low-income and minority students—particularly historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), tribal colleges and other minority-serving institutions. That support is essential for HBCUs like UDC. It fuels initiatives that directly impact student success, such as curriculum

Maj. Gen. Kilgo Inducted into VUU Athletic Hall of Fame

Major General Mitchell Kilgo has spent more than three decades serving his country with distinction in the US Army. The HBCU alumnus is now being recognized for his accomplishments on and off the field as he prepares to be inducted into the Virginia Union “Tricky Tom” Harris Athletic Hall of Fame. From the Gridiron to the Pentagon A native of Newport News, Virginia, Kilgo played football for the VUU Panthers from 1985 to 1988. His time on the field reflected the same discipline and leadership that would define his military career. Kilgo’s military journey, however, wasn’t part of his original plan. As a freshman,

Claflin Fights Digital Redlining With 5G Broadband Boost

With many HBCUs suffering from unstable internet connections, one school hopes to be the game-changer against digital redlining. According to CNET, a 2021 McKinsey report confirmed that 82% of HBCUs reside in “internet deserts,” where broadband connections are limited or generally unavailable. These deserts are mainly located in rural and low-income areas, specifically in the Black rural south. Given this, HBCUs’ placements in the communities they serve most has resulted in students becoming vulnerable to this issue. At Claflin University, located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, students have long struggled with finishing or accessing coursework due to the unstable internet. However, a student’s letter

Howard Partners with Follett to Enhance Campus Bookstore

Written by Lexx Thornton Howard University today announced a new partnership with Follett Higher Education, North America’s largest campus retailer, to manage campus retail operations and help equip students with the tools and learning solutions they need to excel. The partnership will also help support textbook affordability for Howard students through Follett Access, providing students with automatic access to required course materials at below-market prices.   With over 150 years of experience in the education industry, Follett is trusted by more than 1,000 campuses across the U.S and Canada to help drive student success and support the higher education journey. Howard

Edward Waters University Sees Record 2025 Applications

Edward Waters University, a Historically Black College or University, is receiving a record number of applications for the upcoming Fall 2025 academic term.  The HBCU announced it has received 11,500 applications so far. The figure marks the highest volume of applications in its 158-year history. This a significant milestone for the university as Edward Waters is one of the HBCUs that does not receive the same public acclaim as its counterparts. A private Christian historically Black university in Jacksonville, Florida, Edward Waters University was founded in 1866 by members of the African Methodist Episcopal Church as a school to educate freedmen and

Shooting at Kappa Alpha Psi Picnic Claims Mentor’s Life

A peaceful summer evening turned tragic when a shooting broke out during a fraternity picnic hosted by members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. at Atlanta’s Coan Park on Saturday, June 28. One man, described as a beloved mentor within the fraternity, was killed. Another man and the suspected gunman were critically injured. The picnic was an officially permitted event organized by a local chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi, one of the Divine Nine organizations with deep roots across HBCU campuses. The fraternity, known for its strong commitment to community, mentorship, and service, was gathered for a day of fellowship when gunfire shattered the evening.

HBCU Research in Jeopardy Amid Trump DEI Grant Cuts

Days after President Trump’s administration began to cancel thousands of diversity- and equity-related grants, Tennessee State University’s Quincy Quick found himself in a virtual meeting with other vice presidents of research from around the country trying to make sense of their new reality. In less than three years, Quick helped raise $100 million in research grants, launch an AI research center, and bring Tennessee State significantly closer to becoming the second historically Black college and university to receive Research I status. But many of those grants focused on serving Black students and Black communities, a core part of the land-grant

FAMU Budget Shift May Secure President-Elect’s Full Salary

By Tolly Carr As reported by WCTV, the FAMU Foundation has paused its budget review. The Foundation was working to find money for Johnson’s contract. A Monday meeting to discuss the issue was canceled, according to the meeting notice. On Tuesday, WCTV shared a statement from FAMU Foundation Executive Director Anthony Neal. He said the meeting was canceled because of a “legislative provision regarding the President-Elect’s salary.” New Budget Provision Offers Flexibility The provision is part of Senate Bill 2502, which lawmakers passed last week. It gives FAMU’s Board of Trustees the power to use available reserves and old balances to pay the president’s

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