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Taraji Henson’s Viral Speech at Spelman Graduation

Experience Taraji Henson’s inspiring Spelman Graduation Speech; she empowers the Class of 2025 with heritage and unity. Taraji Henson’s Viral Spelman Graduation Speech Inspires Unity Spelman College is a private, historically black women’s liberal arts college in Atlanta, Georgia. Founded in 1881 as the Atlanta Baptist Female Seminary, Spelman awarded its first college degrees in 1901 and is the oldest private historically black liberal arts institution for women. Spelman College has notable alumni such as but not limited to Alice Walker, Stacey Abrahams, Keshia Knight Pulliam, and Bernice King. With the largest graduating class of 694 Jaguars in Spelman history

FAMU Presidential Search Prompts Student Protest at HBCU

Students rally against the FAMU presidential search, fearing a DeSantis ally could reshape Florida A&M’s mission and legacy.  Florida’s only public historically Black university could soon be run by an ally of Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis, who has restricted the teaching of African American history and banned public colleges from using taxpayer money on diversity programs. Marva Johnson, a lobbyist and executive for the telecom company Charter Communications and a former member of the state Board of Education, has been named one of the four finalists to be the next president of Florida A&M University. Students rallied against her candidacy on campus Wednesday, while she was

Former U.S. Surgeon General to Speak at Morehouse Med Grad

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is proud to announce that Regina Benjamin, MD, MBA, 18th United States Surgeon General, will deliver the keynote address at MSM’s 41st Commencement Exercises, which will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025. “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Benjamin back to MSM as our Commencement Speaker,” said MSM President and CEO Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, FACOG. “Dr. Benjamin has a historic connection to Morehouse School of Medicine, having been a member of our second charter class when we were a two-year medical education program. As MSM celebrates our 50th anniversary, it is fitting that Dr.

Howard University Commencement 2025 Sets Graduation Record

Howard University just made history with its 157th Commencement ceremony, honoring its largest graduating class to date. On Sunday, May 11, the university conferred degrees to 3,167 students, a 13% increase from the previous year, reinforcing Howard’s position as a global leader in Black excellence and higher education. Students from 44 U.S. states and 29 countries walked the stage on The Yard, representing the wide-reaching impact and continued growth of Howard’s academic programs and international reputation. Families, alumni, faculty, and friends gathered in celebration of a class that has weathered a transformative four years—from navigating the height of a global

HBCU Tris Pharma Partnership for Student Development

Founded in 2000, Tris Pharma, Inc. is a leading privately-owned biopharmaceutical company inthe U.S. Tris Pharma is using its industry-leading capabilities and innovative, proprietary technologies to develop and market therapies that uniquely solve some of the most difficult treatment challenges in these diseases and conditions. Over the past two decades, they have established a foundation of exceptional technologies, differentiated investigational therapies pushing the boundaries of innovation, and market-leading medicines that are making a tangible difference in patient outcomes. Their successful partnerships have amplified its reach and impact, and they’ve assembled a team of experienced people dedicated to delivering transformative solutions.

NC A&T Mielle Partnership Funds HBCU Track & Field

By Stephen J. Gaither North Carolina A&T, the nation’s largest HBCU, has announced a groundbreaking multi-year partnership with Mielle, a leading textured hair care brand, marking a \$200,000 investment in its nationally ranked track and field programs. This move further solidifies the role of HBCU athletic programs as key spaces for brand alignment, empowerment, and long-term impact. As the official textured hair brand of A\&T’s track and field program, Mielle’s commitment goes beyond surface-level support. The company will provide annual product donations, educational resources on hair health, and direct funding to cover essentials like training, travel, and equipment. These contributions

T.D. Jakes Morris Brown Donation Inspires 2025 Grads

Courtesy of Morris Brown College Morris Brown College received a huge surprise from Pastor T.D. Jakes, during its 2025 commencement ceremony after he announced a donation of $100,000, Atlanta News First reported. The Potter’s House leader made the pledge towards the end of his moving speech geared toward resilience, legacy, and leadership, securing payment for more than 150 workforce certification exams that will help students with credentials in high-demand fields. “The surprise announcement underscores a key theme from his commencement address: That legacy is not what we inherit but what we invest forward,” a Potter’s House representative said in a statement. The HBCU’s commencement

A Howard University Team Of Finance And Technology Majors Wins $1M For The HBCU In Goldman Sachs Market Madness Competition

Five Howard University students have earned a $1 million grant for their school after winning the fifth annual Goldman Sachs Market Madness competition, as part of its HBCU Possibilities Program, according to an announcement posted on the university’s website. As AFROTECH previously reported, Spelman College won in 2024. The winners of the 2025 Market Madness competition, Keyla Arrechea, Jordan Atkins, Aaron Harrison, Kadijah Mansaray, and Jada Rabun, were among the Howard students in the semester-long program, which is designed to provide, immersive introduction to key financial concepts and their real-world applications, as Goldman Sachs’ website states. During the competition, the Howard team competed against students

Clark Atlanta president: Federal funding key for research and campus projects

HBCU administrators and supporters have wondered what kind of financial support the schools will get under the Trump administration. There are 10 HBCUs in Georgia. Clark Atlanta has about 4,000 students, making it the largest private HBCU in the state. Clark Atlanta president George T. French Jr. talked last week with The Atlanta Journal-Constitution about President Donald Trump’s executive order last month on HBCUs and about the need for federal funding for infrastructure and research grants. Here are some excerpts from the interview. The responses were edited for brevity and clarity. What were your initial thoughts about (the executive order)? A: Well,

Savannah James partners with Howard University

Savannah James is an influential philanthropist and the wife of NBA star LeBron James. She’spassionate about giving back and supporting girls and young women. The multi-hyphenate WAG just added beauty business founder to her list of accomplishments. Recently, Mrs. James partnered with the Howard University College of Medicine to test her new skincare line. This partnership will be a year-long clinical study to ensure her products are inclusive and exclusivefor all. In an email, she stated, “Howard was one of the first calls we made when we started to build Reframe. We wanted our claims to be backed by real

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