HBCUs in the News

Bisciotti Family Foundation and Morgan State

The Bisciotti Family Foundation is committing up to $3 million to expand the Ozzie Newsome Scholars Program at Morgan State University

Written by Editorial Team on 07 September 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

A renewed commitment from the Bisciotti Family Foundation is expanding an important pathway to higher education for Baltimore students, with up to $3 million in new support for the Ozzie Newsome Scholars Program at Morgan State University.

Created on 08 September 2026.
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Wilberforce University Signs Aviation Training Partnership with MacAir Aviation

Written by Editorial Team on 28 August 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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The agreement with MacAir Aviation advances Wilberforce University's aviation ambitions while celebrating the enduring legacy of educator, aviator, and trailblazer Dr. Lewis A. Jackson.

Created on 28 August 2026.
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Dr. Ayanna Howard President of Spelman College

Spelman College Names AI Pioneer Dr. Ayanna Howard as 12th President

Written by Editorial Team on 08 July 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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Spelman College has announced the appointment of internationally recognized roboticist, artificial intelligence pioneer, entrepreneur, and former NASA engineer Dr. Ayanna Howard as its 12th president.

Created on 08 July 2026.
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Dr. Anthony L. Jenkins, President of Coppin State speaks with Students

Coppin State University Cuts Residential Student Costs as College Expenses Continue to Rise

Written by Editorial Team on 06 July 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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At a time when higher education costs continue climbing across the United States, Coppin State University is taking a different approach by reducing expenses for students who live on campus.

Created on 06 July 2026.
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First Lady, Dr. Karri Turner, Dr. Yolanda W. Page & Pastor Dr. Jamal Bryant

Stillman College President Dr. Yolanda W. Page Visits New Birth Missionary Baptist Church to Award Scholarships to Future HBCU Students

Written by Editorial Team on 30 June 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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Students still searching for the right college opportunity received encouragement, financial assistance, and renewed hope during a special scholarship event hosted at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in metro Atlanta.

Created on 30 June 2026.
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Members of Gamma Phi Delta Sorority attend Violet T. Lewis Day at Pensole Lewis College Detroit

Detroit Declares Violet T. Lewis Day: Honoring founder of Michigan’s "only" HBCU Pensole Lewis

Written by Editorial Team on 08 June 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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The City of Detroit officially declared May 27 as Violet T. Lewis Day during a historic ceremony held Wednesday at Pensole Lewis College of Business & Design. (PLC Detroit)

Created on 08 June 2026.
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The Spelman Seven: Seven Valedictorians Graduate with Perfect GPAs at Leading HBCU

Written by Editorial Team on 18 May 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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The Spelman Seven Celebrate Academic Excellence and Sisterhood at Historic Commencement!

Created on 18 May 2026.
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Philadelphia Twins Tia and Jasmin Criss Make History: Valedictorian and Salutatorian Honors at America’s Oldest HBCU Cheyney University

Written by Editorial Team on 11 May 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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"Double the pride, double the excellence! Twin sisters Tia (Valedictorian) and Jasmin (Salutatorian) Criss made history at Cheyney University. Their story is pure inspiration for the next generation of HBCU scholars.

Created on 11 May 2026.
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HBCU GO 2026 Football Line up players on the field

HBCU GO releases 2026 Football Schedule: 13 Games, Classics & Homecomings | How to Watch

Written by Editorial Team on 11 May 2026. Posted in Sports News.

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Allen Media Group’s HBCU GO, the premier free-streaming destination for HBCU sports and culture, has released its highly anticipated 2026 football schedule.🔥

Created on 11 May 2026.
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HBCU Innovation: Prairie View A&M Grads Create GoldPhish - Free AI Tool to Safeguard Users from 3.4 Billion Daily Phishing Attempts

Written by Editorial Team on 06 May 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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These Prairie View A&M seniors built GoldPhish – a free AI Chrome extension fighting phishing with 98% accuracy. Real HBCU innovation protecting inboxes everywhere.

Created on 06 May 2026.
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Emerging Leaders Fellowship Group picture

Emerging Leaders Fellowship Creates Career Pathways for Baltimore’s Next Generation

Written by Editorial Team on 05 May 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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The Emerging Leaders Fellowship, powered by Baltimore Corps, continues to serve as a transformative career development program designed to connect talented young professionals with high-impact opportunities across Baltimore.

Created on 05 May 2026.
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Prairie View A&M Lady Panthers softball secures its fourth consecutive SWAC Western Division title

Panthers Extend Dynasty: Prairie View A&M Softball Wins Fourth Straight SWAC West Title

Written by Editorial Team on 05 May 2026. Posted in Sports News.

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Prairie View A&M Lady Panther's Continues Dominance in SWAC Softball.

Created on 05 May 2026.
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Jackson State University Appoints Dr. Denise Jones Gregory as New President A New Chapter in Leadership at Jackson State University

Written by Editorial Team on 26 April 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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Jackson State University is entering a transformative period following the selection of Dr. Denise Jones Gregory as its next president.

Created on 24 April 2026.
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The Crawford siblings donate 2 Million to Morehouse and Spelman

The Crawford Family Honors HBCU Legacy with $2M Gift to Morehouse and Spelman

Written by Editorial Team on 23 April 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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A powerful story of family, legacy, and giving is unfolding at Morehouse College and Spelman College, where the Crawford family has made a transformative $2 million contribution to support future generations of students.

Created on 23 April 2026.
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Bryan Stevenson to Headline Morgan State University’s 149th Spring Commencement on May 14, 2026

Written by Editorial Team on 22 April 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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Bryan Stevenson will deliver the keynote at Morgan State’s graduate commencement on May 14, 2026. A powerful moment for the Class of 2026.

Created on 22 April 2026.
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Autodesk And Howard University Celebrates the opening of the new Makerspace

Autodesk Donates $1.95 Million to Howard University: New Makerspace Opens at Leading HBCU

Written by Editorial Team on 20 April 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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🎉Autodesk Partners with Howard University to Fuel the Next Generation of HBCU Engineers.

Created on 20 April 2026.
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NCCU Claims First-Ever HCASC National Title in Landmark Victory for HBCU Excellence

North Carolina Central University Makes History with First Honda Campus All-Star Challenge National Championship

Written by Editorial Team on 17 April 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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North Carolina Central University (NCCU) has reached a historic milestone, capturing its first national title at the prestigious Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC).

Created on 17 April 2026.
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Mackenzie Scott Donates $42 Million to Elizabeth City State University in Transformational Gift

Written by Editorial Team on 15 April 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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Philanthropist Mackenzie Scott has once again made headlines with a powerful act of generosity—this time awarding $42 million to Elizabeth City State University (ECSU), a historically Black college and university (HBCU) in North Carolina.

Created on 15 April 2026.
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Honda Campus All-Star Challenge HBCU Students Competing on Stage

HBCU Teams Compete for $500K at 37th Honda Campus All-Star Challenge

Written by Editorial Team on 31 March 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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The spotlight is once again on academic excellence as students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) prepare to compete in the 37th Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC). HBCU excellence on full display 🎓

Created on 31 March 2026.
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Morgan State Wrestling Returns with coach Kenny Monday

Morgan State Brings Back Wrestling Program Under Olympian Kenny Monday

Written by Editorial Team on 20 March 2026. Posted in Sports News.

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Kenny Monday Leads Historic HBCU Comeback: A New Chapter for Morgan State Wrestling.

Created on 20 March 2026.
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Inside the HBCU Game Jam: Spelman Students and Future Black Game Developers Build the Next Generation of Video Games

Written by Editorial Team on 16 March 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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A 24-Hour Creative Sprint Is Helping Transform the Future of the Gaming Industry

Created on 16 March 2026.
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Morehouse College to Host Landmark $457M National Science Foundation Supercomputer Project

Written by Editorial Team on 26 February 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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The National Science Foundation (NSF) has tapped Morehouse as a key partner in its massive Leadership-Class Computing Facility (LCCF) initiative—a whopping $457 million investment aimed at advancing high-performance computing across the country.

Created on 26 February 2026.
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Rest in Power, Reverend Jesse Jackson (1941–2026): A Life That Kept “Hope Alive”

Written by Editorial Team on 17 February 2026. Posted in Leadership.

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From the marches beside Dr. King to historic presidential campaigns, Reverend Jesse Jackson’s life was a testament to faith and fearless leadership.

Created on 17 February 2026.
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The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture just unveiled “At the Vanguard,” a powerful new exhibit celebrating HBCU history

Written by Editorial Team on 09 February 2026. Posted in HBCUs: In the News.

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📣 The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) has opened a major new exhibition highlighting the deep legacy and cultural impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Created on 09 February 2026.
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