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Inside the CIAA: Her Story

Written by Editorial Team on 20 February 2026. Posted in Original Films.

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Executive Producer: Travis Mitchell, SVP & Chief Content Officer
Director: T.L. Benton
Producer: T.L. Benton, Associate Producer, Trae Mitchell
Copyright: Maryland Public Television

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This episode celebrates 50 years of women shaping the long-standing legacy of The CIAA Tournament.

Inside the CIAA: The Baltimore Experience

Written by Editorial Team on 16 February 2026. Posted in Original Films.

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Executive Producer: Travis Mitchell, SVP & Chief Content Officer, Maryland Public Television
Director: T.L. Benton
Producer: T.L. Benton
Cinematography: Jamie Sandel
Copyright: Maryland Public Television

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A sneak peek inside the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference.

Alergic To Failure Robert Covington Story

Allergic to Failure: The Robert Covington Story

Written by Editorial Team on 09 February 2026. Posted in Original Films.

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Producer: Jumoke Davis, Karrington Symonds

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The odds-defying journey of basketball star Robert Covington, from HBCU student to the NBA. Streaming nationally on MPT.org

Sanford Green of Benedict College at the Blackboard

STILL HERE | HBCU Week NOW Premiere

Written by Editorial Team on 04 December 2025. Posted in Original Films.

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Executive Producer: Dr. Sanlandra Bowman
Director: Roni Henderson
Producer: Roni Henderson, Brooke Weekes, Karen Hermann
Cinematography: Dr. Arshley Emile
Editor: Roni Henderson
Copyright: ETV Commission

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Still Here traces the career and journey of renowned comics artist Sanford Green and the students he teaches at Benedict College who are on their way to becoming the next generation of creative voices.

Unity and Hope: HBCU Drum Major, Halftime Show

Unity and Hope: The Pride of the HBCU | HBCU Week NOW Premiere

Written by Editorial Team on 20 November 2025. Posted in Original Films.

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Executive Producer: Todd McCammon
Producer: Marcus Essien, Katy Epner
Editor: Katy Epner
Copyright: Maryland Public Television

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Today, 105 HBCUs exist across the U.S.—none in Rochester, New York. So why host an HBCU Classic there? Because sometimes intention needs a spark of inspiration.

Larissa Gerskze, American Dancer, Complexions Contemporary Ballet

The Art of Dance: "Complexions" HBCU Week NOW Premiere

Written by Editorial Team on 30 October 2025. Posted in Original Films.

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Copyright: HBCUWeekNOW

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The Art of Dance: Complexions' - Howard University's Chadwick Boseman College of Fine Arts, a leading program among HBCUs, has welcomed the 'Complexions Dance Company' to their campus to collaborate with students. next generation of black artists and dancers.

How Sweet the Sound International Gospel Competition - Tennessee State Choir

How Sweet the Sound International Gospel Competition 2025!

Written by Editorial Team on 23 October 2025. Posted in Original Films.

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Experience the power, passion, and praise of How Sweet The Sound: International Gospel Competition 2025 — a dynamic celebration of gospel music featuring the nation’s most talented HBCU choirs. 🎶✨

Chadwick A. Boseman at Howard University Graduation

Mecca's Stage

Written by Editorial Team on 17 October 2025. Posted in Original Films.

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Executive Producer: Angela "Angie Ange" Hailstorks
Director: Torrance C. Hill
Producer: Torrance C. Hill
Cinematography: Christopher "Duece"Drayton II, Nicco Berry, Jaylin Powell
Editor: Torrance C. Hill
Copyright: WHUT Original

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Explore Howard University's Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts, where the Department of Theatre Arts continues a legacy of Black storytelling and representation. Hear from alumni and creators who’ve made their mark on stage and screen, and see how the department is shaping the next generation of performers in an evolving industry.