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LinkedIn Ranks Top 10 HBCUs for Alumni Career Success

These HBCUs have proven themselves to come with pathways to success long after one earns their degree. LinkedIn has rolled out its ranking of the top HBCUs for alumni success. With student enrollment on the rise and breaking records, the success of HBCU students after graduation has garnered significant attention. LinkedIn has revealed its list of the top 10 historically Black institutions that boast the highest alumni success rates. The professional networking platform’s methodology consisted of numerous factors, such as employment success and career outcomes of alumni. LinkedIn used its data to configure job placement rates, senior-level roles, undergraduate internships, and alumni

Dillard University Receives $1.25M Grant for Vision Quest

Written By Lexx Thornton Dillard University is proud to announce it has received a $1.25 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to establish Vision Quest, a new initiative designed to deepen children’s faith experiences through worship and prayer.   This transformative program is funded through Lilly Endowment’s Nurturing Children Through Worship and Prayer Initiative. This national effort supports faith-based organizations as they help children grow in faith and deepen their relationships with God.  Vision Quest aims to create innovative worship services that honor and elevate the spiritual lives of children ages 12 and under. The program’s key objectives include:  Developing inclusive

Tennessee State to Build $50M Engineering Facility

Tennessee State University is preparing to break ground on a $50 million engineering building. This project is intended to reshape the school’s research capacity. Underscoring the expanding role of HBCU alums in helping to meet workforce demands. Approved by the Tennessee State Building Commission on Aug. 15, the nearly 70,000-square-foot facility will consolidate the university’s engineering and Applied & Industrial Technology programs under one roof. Construction is scheduled to begin later this year, with completion expected in summer 2027. Expanding Capacity “This new building is a substantial investment in the College of Engineering,” said Lin Li, dean of the college. “Over the

Marva Johnson Becomes FAMU’s 13th President, Sets Vision

Marva Johnson, J.D., MBA officially became the 13th president of Florida A&M University (FAMU). Her appointment made history as she became just the second woman to hold the top position at the university. Only weeks into her tenure, Johnson is already shaping her administration. She announced a new leadership team designed to strengthen FAMU’s operations, academic footprint, and community influence. For a campus balancing legacy with the push for future growth, these appointments send a clear message: Johnson plans to move decisively. Building the Team Among her first major moves was naming Kelvin Lawson as Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer. A FAMU

SAU’s $30M Loan: HBCU Financing Risks and Opportunities

The financial struggles of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have long been a microcosm of systemic underfunding in American higher education. With endowments averaging just $2 billion for the top 10 HBCUs compared to $200 billion for their predominantly white counterparts, institutions like Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) face a stark reality: survival often hinges on partnerships with the private sector. The recent $30 million credit agreement between SAU and Gothic Ventures, while controversial, offers a case study in how at-risk HBCUs are navigating financial restructuring and the risks and rewards of private-sector collaboration. The Gothic Ventures Agreement: A Double-Edged

HBCU Welcome Week Traditions Celebrate Black Excellence

Black excellence comes alive as campuses transform into vibrant celebration hubs The energy is electric, the music is thumping, and the sense of family is immediate. HBCU welcome week traditions transform college campuses into something that feels less like school and more like the greatest family reunion you’ve ever experienced, where everyone is celebrating Black excellence together. For students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, the start of academic year isn’t just about syllabi and textbooks — it’s a cultural moment that sets the tone for everything that follows. These aren’t just orientation activities; they’re initiation rites into living history.

Jackson State Wins $1.3M Grant for AI Workforce Growth

Written By Lexx Thornton Gov. Tate Reeves has announced that Jackson State University will receive a $1.3 million state grant to advance artificial intelligence education, workforce development, and entrepreneurship across Mississippi.   On Thursday, June 12, 2025, Reeves announced that $9.1 million in grants will be issued to institutions of higher learning through MAI-TAP. The grants are a strategic investment in Mississippi’s future workforce and economic competitiveness.   “We are grateful for this investment in Jackson State University’s mission to expand access to emerging fields,” said Denise Jones Gregory, Ph.D., interim president of Jackson State University. “This grant affirms the quality of

DSU President Tony Allen Faces DUI Charges, Arraignment Set

A Serious Development for DSU Delaware State University (DSU) President Dr. Tony Allen is facing DUI charges following a July traffic stop, marking one of the most difficult moments of his tenure. According to court filings, Allen was pulled over shortly after midnight on July 21, 2025, along Route 1 in Smyrna, Delaware. Police reported that his blood alcohol content measured 0.128%, nearly twice the state’s legal limit of 0.08%. He was also cited for failure to remain in his lane. The case became public on August 12, when charges were officially filed in Delaware’s Court of Common Pleas. Dr. Allen is scheduled to appear for

Alabama A&M Welcomes Largest Freshman Class in 150 Years

Alabama A&M University, a Huntsville, AL-based HBCU, opened its 150th academic year with momentum, welcoming its largest freshman class in years. At the annual Torch Lighting Ceremony, the school introduced 2,157 preliminarily registered first-time freshmen in the Class of 2029, a milestone that reflects both growth and progress. Male Enrollment Gains in a National HBCU Trend Perhaps the most remarkable detail of this year’s class is its gender composition. Forty-two percent of Alabama A&M’s incoming freshmen are male students—a significant figure given the ongoing national crisis around Black male enrollment in higher education. Across the country, women have steadily outpaced men

Baylor vs Boston: University Logo Trademark Battles Rising

By Josh Moody When Baylor University sued Boston University last week over a similar logo, it made national headlines as the two institutions grappled over how their shared initials may be displayed. Baylor, located in Texas, alleged in its lawsuit that Boston U, nearly 2,000 miles away in Massachusetts, violated a 1988 agreement on the use of its interlocking BU logo. Baylor argued that Boston’s use of the interlocking BU logo is “likely to cause confusion, to cause mistake, or to deceive consumers and potential consumers.” The two logos, while in different colors, are visually similar, and many of their

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