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Howard, Arena Stage Expand Arts Internship Program

By Christen Hill Howard University’s Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts (CABCoFA) and Arena Stage are deepening their partnership with the launch of the second year of the Creative Administrators Internship Program, an initiative designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the arts. The program welcomes students from Howard’s Theatre Arts Administration Program (TAAP) to gain hands-on experience in the nation’s capital at one of the country’s most respected regional theaters. “We are excited to announce the second year of the Howard University Creative Administrators Internship Program at Arena Stage,” said Pat Parks, assistant professor and area coordinator of

ESSENCE GU Yard Tour Launches at Texas Southern University

ESSENCE Girls United is taking it to the Yard. This fall marks the launch of the GU Yard Tour, a brand-new series designed to travel across HBCU campuses, creating space for students to be celebrated, empowered, and inspired. The first stop kicks off at Texas Southern University on Wednesday, September 24, presented by AT&T in partnership with TSU’s School of Communications. The name “Yard Tour” pays homage to the beloved HBCU tradition of Hump Day, a midweek celebration held on the Yard or Quad that allows students to come together in the middle of their grind. In that same spirit,

Morgan State First HBCU with IDA-Accredited Education Program

Courtesy of Morgan State University Morgan State University has become the first Historically Black College or University (HBCU) to have its undergraduate teacher preparation program, the BS in Elementary Education, accredited by the International Dyslexia Association (IDA).  Morgan’s Department of Teacher Education and Professional Development, which offers the BS in Elementary Education, is accredited by the Council of Associations for Educator Preparation Programs (CAEP).  This recent accreditation by the IDA affirms that, in addition to its CAEP accreditation, Morgan’s undergraduate Elementary Education program meets IDA’s rigorous standards for effectively preparing educators to support structured literacy. This accreditation recognizes the department’s curriculum for

Bowie State’s Coaching Legacy Shapes CIAA Football in 2025

Dr. Henry Frazier III is an HBCU-lifer and Bowie State University legend. Currently the coach at Virginia State University, Dr. Frazier III submitted the following to HBCU Gameday.  Bowie State University (BSU) Maryland’s oldest Historically Black College and University (HBCU) stands as a beacon of perseverance, academic achievement, and athletic excellence. Since its founding in 1865, Bowie State has been dedicated to fostering leadership, community service, and lifelong learning. Its football program, in particular, exemplifies these values—producing a storied lineage of coaches and student-athletes who continue to shape the landscape of collegiate athletics and leadership across the conference and nation.

N.C. A&T, Guilford Schools Launch BHLI Healthcare Program

Written By Lexx Thornton North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and Guilford County Schools are hosting a special event with Bluford Healthcare Leadership Institute (BHLI) to launch a course designed to introduce high school students to careers in healthcare and healthcare management.  The event will take place on Thursday, Sept. 4, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in North Carolina A&T’s General Classroom Building, Room A208.  Students from The STEM Early College at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and A&T Four Middle College are eligible to take the course, with more than 20 enrolled this fall.  BHLI

Howard Honors Chadwick Boseman’s Legacy with Celebration

By Danny Flannery Howard students and alumni celebrated the life and work of the late Chadwick A. Boseman, the celebrated actor, writer, and director and namesake of the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts (CABCoFA). Over two days, they honored his lasting impact on Howard and the art world through a panel discussion featuring Howard alumni and current students, who also showcased their own work from across disciplines on the Yard. The Artist, The Advocate, the Alumnus The two-day celebration was organized by the CABCoFA student council, with support from Chad Eric Smith, the college’s director of marketing and

HBCUs Leading the Future of AI, Equity, and Innovation

In the lead up to today’s artificial intelligence (AI) arms race, few institutions of learning  have matched the vision and innovation of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). As Dr. Emmanuel Lalande noted, HBCUs are not late to AI—they are “leaders in using algorithms, neural networks, and digital dashboards to turn historic exclusion into future empowerment.” AI now leads every conversation across America. But HBCUs didn’t just join in. They have been integrating AI and machine learning into their computer science curriculum for decades. Five years ago, while others debated the value of virtual reality, HBCUs demonstrated how immersive, intelligent environments could

Delaware State Secures $750K Grant to Boost STEM Teaching

The opportunity will bring more resources and educators in STEM to the HBCU. Delaware State University is already off to a great school year with its latest grant. The HBCU has received nearly $750k in a STEM teaching grant to bring more qualified educators to campus. DSU announced the news on Aug.29, confirming their lofty award of $749,968 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Track 1 Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Grant. The scholarship grant will support teachers as they build students’ interest in STEM, no matter their background or initial expertise. With this funding, DSU will provide more opportunities for its

Morgan State Wins 2025 UNCF HBCU Futurist Award

Courtesy of Morgan State University Award Recognizes the University’s Visionary Leadership, Groundbreaking Innovation, and Unwavering Commitment to Equity in Higher Education (Black PR Wire) Morgan State University has been named the 2025 recipient of the United Negro College Fund, Inc. (UNCF) HBCU Futurist Award, an honor presented by the UNCF Institute for Capacity Building during the UNITE 2025 Summit Awards Ceremony. The award recognizes institutions that are boldly imagining, designing, and implementing the future of higher education—leveraging technology, innovation, and partnerships to drive student success, equity, and institutional excellence. Selected from among the nation’s leading Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs),

TSU Gospel Choir Shines at 40th Annual Stellar Awards

Written By Lexx Thornton The New Direction Gospel Choir from Tennessee State University captivated audiences at the 40th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards, a prestigious event in the gospel music scene. The live taping took place on August 16 at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center in downtown Nashville.  As an Emerging Artist featured in this year’s show, New Direction delivered a powerful rendition of “I’m Saved” by Dexter Walker & Zion Movement, exemplifying their commitment to excellence and creativity in gospel music.  For choir members, the experience was both surreal and affirming. “This is amazing, and a dream come true,” said

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