WASHINGTON, D.C. — 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. The Board of Trustees has appointed Wayne A.I. Frederick, M.D., MBA—Howard’s 17th president and president emeritus—to serve as interim president beginning September 1, […]
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 HBCUs. The ranking looks beyond prestige to measure what matters after graduation: getting hired, building a strong network, and moving up over time. The Top
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The Cleveland Browns are showing real love to HBCUs this offseason, adding yet another standout from an HBCU program to their roster. The latest name? Keenan Isaac, a former Alabama State University defensive back who’s continuing his professional football journey on one of the league’s most talked-about teams. Isaac, a 6’3” cornerback known for his
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A student at Livingstone College is speaking out after a violent traffic stop in Jacksonville, Florida, left him traumatized—and now, the HBCU community is rallying behind him. William McNeil Jr., a member of Livingstone’s Blue Thunder Marching Band and a biology major, was pulled over by Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office deputies back in February 2025. But
Sean “Diddy” Combs, a global music mogul and former student at Howard University, has been convicted on two federal charges related to prostitution The post Sean “Diddy” Combs Convicted on Federal Charges, Acquitted of Sex Trafficking appeared first on HBCU Buzz.
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Grambling State University is set to receive a major investment from the state of Louisiana—over $20 million in targeted funding aimed at strengthening both its academic and athletic infrastructure. The announcement, made by state lawmakers on June 30, represents one of the largest direct state-level investments the university has seen in years. It also signals
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Texas Southern University is facing a serious controversy following sexual assault allegations made against longtime athletic director Kevin Granger. According to a newly filed civil lawsuit, Granger is accused of sexually harassing and assaulting a female TSU employee in his office earlier this year. The lawsuit, filed in Harris County, details an alleged incident on
Rajah Caruth is proving once again that HBCU excellence extends well beyond the classroom and into the winner’s circle. The Winston-Salem State University alum and rising NASCAR star made history on Friday night, May 30, by capturing his second NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series victory at the Rackley Roofing 200 in Nashville. The win not only
A group of Southern University students just made history. Their documentary, The Hidden Sport, spotlighting the legacy and athleticism of the university’s iconic Human Jukebox Marching Band, earned them a prestigious Sports Emmy Award. The award was announced during the 2025 Sports Emmy Awards in New York City on May 20, marking a significant moment
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Morehouse College has officially named Dr. F. DuBois Bowman as its 13th president, marking a homecoming for a distinguished leader and proud alumnus. The appointment was announced by the Morehouse Board of Trustees and becomes effective July 15, 2025. Dr. Bowman, a 1992 graduate of Morehouse College, currently serves as dean of the University of
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