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Howard University announced that President Ben Vinson III, Ph.D. will step down as the institution’s 18th president on August 31, 2025, concluding just under two years at the helm.
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Howard University President Ben Vinson III steps down Aug. 31; Wayne A.I. Frederick named interim Sept. 1 as a national search begins.
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TSU is moving forward with a $50 million engineering hub designed to expand hands-on learning, research capacity, and industry partnerships on its Nashville campus. T
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Tennessee State University (TSU) is moving forward with a $50 million engineering hub designed to expand hands-on learning, research capacity, and industry partnerships on its Nashville campus.
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According to the university, 42% of the incoming class are male students, bucking a decades-long national slide in Black male college enrollment.
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Alabama A&M sets a freshman enrollment record and reports 42% male students for the Class of 2029, marking progress amid national declines in Black male enrollment.
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The Buffalo Bills have added another HBCU playmaker to their preseason mix, signing former Alcorn State running back Jarveon Howard.
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The Buffalo Bills have added another HBCU playmaker to their preseason mix, signing former Alcorn State running back Jarveon Howard. It’s a low-risk, high-upside move that gives Buffalo a north–south...
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Love Island USA standout Olandria Carthen is using her spotlight to amplify a message HBCU grads know well: college is about more than a diploma—it’s about belonging.
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Love Island USA standout Olandria Carthen is using her spotlight to amplify a message HBCU grads know well: college is about more than a diploma—it’s about belonging. In a recent live chat, the...
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Philadelphia is about to host a full HBCU football experience. Michael Vick, now at the helm of Norfolk State, and DeSean Jackson, the new head coach at Delaware State. #HBCUBuzz .
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Two former Philadelphia Eagles greats—now first-year HBCU head coaches—will meet when Norfolk State and Delaware State face off at Lincoln Financial Field on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
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LinkedIn has released its first-ever Top Colleges rankings—built on real alumni outcomes—and the list includes a dedicated Top 10 HBCUs.
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Howard University is No. 1, with Morehouse and Spelman close behind LinkedIn has released its first-ever Top Colleges rankings—built on real alumni outcomes—and the list includes a dedicated Top 10...
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The HBCU Hustle: Making Moves in College gives you the game. Written by Morehouse College’s own Jeremy Hall, this isn’t a “feel-good” college survival guide — it’s a movement for students ready to dominate in the classroom, on campus & in life. #Morehouse
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ATLANTA, GA — Some books give advice. The HBCU Hustle: Making Moves in College gives you the game. Written by Morehouse College’s own Jeremy Hall, this isn’t a “feel-good” college survival guide —...
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Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) has made history by appointing Sophie L. Gibson of Atlanta as chair of its Board of Trustees — the first woman ever to hold the position in the school’s 157-year history.
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Florida A&M University is entering a new chapter—one that begins under a cloud of controversy. On June 18, the Florida Board of Governors officially confirmed Marva Johnson, J.D. as the 13th presid...
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Rene Hernandez, who has been charged in the fatal accident of two HBCU alumni in Texas, has spoken out. #HBCUBUZZ .
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Rene Hernandez, who has been charged in the fatal accident of two HBCU alumni in Texas, has spoken out
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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. #hbcubuzz
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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.
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Coppin State University’s women’s basketball team is starting its season with one of the toughest schedules in program history. #HBCUBUZZ .
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Coppin State University’s women’s basketball team is starting its season with one of the toughest schedules in program history. The Eagles are set to take on two of the most dominant programs in...
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Ryan Pellum, once a four-star wide receiver at Oregon, is officially getting a second chance to prove himself at an HBCU. #HBCUBUZZ .
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Delaware State University is turning heads this season after head coach DeSean Jackson—the former NFL Pro Bowler now leading the Hornets—brought in a high-profile transfer. Ryan Pellum, once a...
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😂 This really is the best feeling!! Who is ready to be back at their HBCU? 👀👇🏾 #hbcu #hbcubuzz #blackcollege #summerjob 🎥: @itsjoshuaburgess
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So we're all crying?! 😢 Man, this one hurt a little extra ❤️🩹 #hbcu #hbcubuzz #xula #collegestudent 🎥: @cadenceincontrol
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📅 Today in 1881: Atlanta Baptist Female Seminary, now known as Spelman College, opened the first nursing school for African Americans in Atlanta. 🩺💙 ✊🏾✨..#HBCUBuzz #SpelmanCollege #HBCUHistory #HBCU #SpelmanWomen
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Norfolk State alum Rod Bell is hitting the road — literally — to ride for the future of HBCUs. 💛💚 Starting August 24, he’s visiting 100+ HBCUs to raise $10 MILLION by inspiring alumni to donate $106 and challenge others to do the same. #HBCU #RIDE4MYHBCUs #HBCUBuzz
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IYKYK 😭 Touched down at her HBCU actin' brand new 🤷🏾♀️😂 #hbcu #hbcubuzz #blackcollege 🎥: @shehergothebrand
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So we've all been in this spot? 😭 When they ask, "How's college going?" gotta keep it real 🤷🏾♂️ 😂👀 #hbcu #hbcubuzz #blackcollege 🎥: @karron_
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