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Kansas’ Zeke Mayo Reveals Racist And Hateful Messages He Received After Texas Tech Loss

University of Kansas Jayhawks guard Zeke Mayo revealed on social media that he received racist and hateful messages, including some encouraging self-harm, after his performance in Saturday’s 78-73 home loss to No. 10 Texas Tech. Mayo vows to “do better” after Saturday’s loss to Texas Tech According to The Associated Press, Mayo shared screenshots of […]

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Brie Clark Of Clemson Makes History As First Collegiate Gymnast To Land The Biles I In Floor Routine

Brie Clark, a gymnast at Clemson University, made history on Friday as she became the first collegiate gymnast to land The Biles I tumbling pass in her floor routine. The element was named after Simone Biles and is rarely performed at international competitions, according to Forbes. With the move, Clark helped her team secure a

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60-Year-Old Becomes Alabama A&M’s Oldest Graduate, Keeping A Promise To His Late Mother

An Alabama A&M University student has made history as its oldest graduate in 2024. In December, Allen Brooks earned his bachelor’s degree in liberal studies with a concentration in business management. The 60-year-old decided to finally work toward his college degree after the death of his mother, Sarah Pearl. @_brionnaofficial My Dad did his BIG ONE!!!!

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HBCU Student Dies After Omega Psi Phi Ritual Off Campus

A 20-year-old student at Southern University in Louisiana died after attending a fraternity event. Caleb Wilson died on Friday morning, according to WVUE. Law enforcement said that the junior participated in a ritual with members of Omega Psi Phi, Fraternity Inc. at North Sherwood Forest Community Park, an off-campus location. He collapsed while pledges stood in a line

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New Research Shows That Southern Accents Are Changing, Especially Among Black Gen Zers

A new study from the University of Georgia and Georgia Tech reveals that Southern accents are evolving, especially among Black Georgians in their 20s. In a recent interview with WSBTV, Dr. Jon Forrest explained that the shift in speech isn’t isolated to Georgia. He claimed cities across the South with their signature drawls are experiencing

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Alabama State University Becomes First HBCU To Offer A Cannabis Education Program

Alabama State University is taking the lead as the first HBCU to offer studies on the cannabis industry. The university offers five online cannabis education professional programs, which will result in a certification for enrolled students. These programs were created in partnership with Green Flower, a cannabis education and training company. The goal? To prepare

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Student Loan Forgiveness And Repayment Apps Removed By Department Of Education

The Department of Education has put an end to applications for student loan forgiveness via income-driven repayment or IDR and direct loan consolidation plans. It removed online applications for plans, which include ICR, IBR, PAYE and SAVE, on Feb. 21. The news after the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled issued an injunction to halt

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Howard University Swim Team Wins Second NCAA Division I Title In Three Years

Howard University‘s swim team has made history again. The Bisons are the only HBCU team in the nation with a Division I water program. Against tough competition, the men’s swimming and diving team won the Northeast Conference Championship title for the second time in three years.  According to HBCU Gameday, after four days of heavy competition, the swim

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Alabama Professors Create Study Guide For Curriculum On Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

Two Alabama professors have created a curriculum exploring the nuances of Kendrick Lamar’s recent Super Bowl Halftime Show in New Orleans. According to BlackNews.com, Dr. Linda J.M. Holloway, an Associate Professor at Alabama State University, and Dr. April T. Berry, an adjunct professor at the University of South Alabama, partnered to create yet another academic

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Spelman College Professor Found Dead And School Coach Still Missing After Boat Found On Georgia Lake

A college professor was found dead and a school coach is still missing after an empty boat was found on Lake Oconee in Georgia earlier this month. The couple was identified as Joycelyn Nicole Wilson and Gary Jones, according to People.  Wilson’s body was found after a search team used sonar equipment. They are still looking for

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