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Dasha Lundy Named Interim President of Knoxville College

Dasha Lundy, Ph.D.. has been appointed interim president of Knoxville College by the historically Black school’s board of directors. (Photo: Angela Dennis for the Tennessee Lookout) Knoxville College has named former Knox County Commissioner Dasha Lundy, Ph.D., as its new interim president, marking the return of a familiar leader at one of the most pivotal moments in the institution’s 150-year history. Lundy, who served as chief operating officer and vice president from 2021 to 2023, steps back into leadership as the historically Black college faces a pressing financial crisis and must restart its accreditation process from scratch. “The most immediate

Howard University Partners with AfroTech for The Yard

By Brittany Bailer Howard University has entered a three-year partnership with Blavity, Inc., parent company of AfroTech, to lead and curate “The Yard @ AfroTech” at the 2025-2027 conferences in Houston, Texas. Designed as a signature cultural and professional commons, “The Yard” debuted at AfroTech 2024, where it showcased HBCU excellence and highlighted contributions to innovation, research and thought leadership in technology. The activation created a dynamic space for students, alumni, and professionals to connect through networking, mentorship, and career-building insights. Howard’s journey at AfroTech began in 2023 with its first official presence on stage and community events supported by Microsoft, whose early investment

HBCUs Lead in AI Adoption, New Ellucian and UNCF Report Finds

New Ellucian, UNCF and Huston-Tillotson University report shows HBCUs leading in AI engagement, alongside concerns around access, cost and equity  Ellucian, the leading higher education technology solutions provider, the United Negro College Fund’s (UNCF) Institute for Capacity Building, and Huston-Tillotson University (HTU) today released The Shift Ahead: HBCUs, Artificial Intelligence, and a New Vision for Higher Education. The report spotlights how students, faculty, and administrators at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are engaging with artificial intelligence in real time, offering a bold, nuanced perspective on its impact across education, campus operations, and career readiness. Findings reveal that 98% of HBCU students, 96% of

Black Girl Vitamins Launches HBCU Health Tour 2025

This fall, Black Girl Vitamins is bringing more than just excitement to campus—it’s launching a major wellness movement. The brand is hitting the road for its Homecoming of Health Tour, a national initiative dedicated to promoting holistic health and well-being among students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The Homecoming of Health Tour is a month-long, multi-campus event designed to integrate health and nutrition education into the cultural celebration of HBCU homecomings. Running from Oct.4 through Nov. 7, the tour will make stops at 20 campuses nationwide, including major schools like Howard University, Florida A&M University, North Carolina A&T, and Clark Atlanta

Spelman Museum Honors Sculptor Nancy Elizabeth Prophet

By Lexx Thornton The Spelman College Museum of Fine Art invites you to experience a powerful tribute to sculptor and educator Nancy Elizabeth Prophet, I Will Not Bend an Inch. The exhibition will be on view from Friday, September 5, to Monday, December 6, 2025.  Rooted in Spelman College’s enduring commitment to Black women’s intellectual and creative excellence, this exhibition brings artist and educator Nancy Elizabeth Prophet— a foundational figure in the creation of Spelman’s art program—back to celebrate her  enduring legacy. As an Afro-Indigenous woman artist, Nancy Elizabeth Prophet (American, 1890 – 1960) pursued her practice in the face

SpelHouse Leaders Inspire at Howard Chapel Services

The Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel Services may be held in Howard’s Cramton Auditorium, but for the past two weeks, SpelHouse has been in the building. As the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference wrapped up on September 28, Chapel featured U.S. Senator and Rev. Raphael Warnock, Ph.D., a Morehouse College alumnus and pastor of Ebeneezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, GA, formerly pastored by Martin Luther King Jr. and Martin Luther King Sr. On October 5, the rostrum was occupied by Rev. Neichelle R. Guidry, Ph.D., dean of the Chapel and the director of the WISDOM Center at Spelman College in Atlanta,

Record 310 HBCU Students Join BE Smart Hackathon

A record-breaking 310 students from 43 historically Black colleges will be gathering in Charlotte for a four-day coding sprint Nov. 5-8 at the Black Enterprise BE Smart Hackathon. It’s the largest turnout in the event’s decade-long history. American Airlines hosts this tech challenge where 62 student teams put their skills to the test. These bright minds from computer engineering, science, and cybersecurity programs work through the night on actual industry problems. Tech veterans stand by to offer guidance during their 24-hour coding sprint. “As the technology industry continues to evolve, the demand for skilled professionals is higher than ever,” said

FAMU Celebrates 138 Years of Excellence and Legacy

For Florida A&M University Rattlers near and far, Oct. 3 marks a day of celebration as they honor the institution’s 138th anniversary. To commemorate the special occasion, FAMU officials and members of the university’s Student Government Association hosted the annual Founders Day Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Eternal Flame Oct. 1 ahead of the university’s birthday on Oct. 3. Former FAMU President Larry Robinson and former interim President Timothy Beard joined President Marva Johnson during the ceremony. “What was created 138 years ago planted a seed of hope that has blossomed into a legacy of opportunity,” Johnson said in a university release. “It started humbly, with just 15 students and

Why HBCUs Are Vital to America’s Future and Economy

By Tramelle Howard HBCUs generate about $16.5 billion per year in economic activity, create more than 136,000 jobs, and contribute significantly through the lifetime earnings of their graduates. When people talk about the future of higher education, the conversation often circles around accreditation, diversity mandates, or budget cuts. Too often missing from that debate is one of the most vital players: Historically Black Colleges and Universities. These schools are not just part of America’s history. They remain essential to our present and future. For students, especially here in Louisiana, they represent opportunity, culture, innovation, and economic growth. Yet right now,

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