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Florida Lottery’s $76M Boost to FAMU & B-CU Sparks Debate

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By Mitti Hicks In 2022, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the “Stop WOKE Act” in 2022, restricting schools and businesses from promoting certain concepts about race, gender, racism, social privilege, and more. During halftime at the Florida Classic between HBCUs, Florida A&M University (FAMU) and Bethune-Cookman University, representatives from the Florida Lottery presented the schools […]

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HBCU to Break Ground on New Tennis Facilities with $100K USTA Grant

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Bethune-Cookman University is poised to make history as the U.S. Tennis Association prepares to donate $100,000 to construct the university’s first on-campus tennis courts. The check presentation ceremony is scheduled for Feb. 28 at 4:30 p.m. at the Bethune-Cookman Performing Arts Center in Daytona Beach, Florida. This funding is pivotal for the B-CU athletics program

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Last Call for Taste of Tomorrow Scholarship Applications: Deadline Approaching

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As the February 10 deadline approaches, students are encouraged to apply for the Taste of Tomorrow Scholarship powered by the PepsiCo Foundation! Interested students should be current sophomores or juniors enrolled full-time at one of the following institutions for the upcoming academic year: Benedict College, Bethune-Cookman University, Florida A&M University, Hampton University, Howard University, Jackson

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HBCU Students Demand Resignations After Board Rejects Interim President 

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Students at Bethune-Cookman University are rallying for the resignation of five trustees after their refusal to permanently appoint interim president William Berry has sparked outrage on campus. The call for action follows a recent vote by the board of trustees. Four members—Jennifer Adams, Jeffrey Branch, Deveron Gibbons, and Courtney Rhodes—oppose Berry’s appointment as president. One

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PepsiCo Launches “Taste of Tomorrow” Initiative to Boost Representation in STEM Fields

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PepsiCo and the PepsiCo Foundation have announced the launch of the “Taste of Tomorrow” initiative, aimed at increasing Black representation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers. Despite the rapid growth of STEM jobs, Black professionals currently represent only 9% of the workforce. To address this disparity, PepsiCo and the PepsiCo Foundation are investing

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The 2024 Paris Olympics: Celebrating The Legacy & Future Of HBCU Athletes

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The Olympics have always been a stage where the world’s best athletes showcase their talents and bring glory to their nations. For African American athletes, particularly those hailing from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), the Olympics have been a platform to demonstrate excellence, overcome barriers, and inspire future generations. As we approach the 2024

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