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Southern University Students Win Sports Emmy for Human Jukebox Documentary

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 Welcomes Dr. F. DuBois Bowman as Its 13th President

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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HBCU Band Performs With Beyoncé in NFL Christmas Gameday Halftime Performance 

The Texas Southern University Ocean of Soul Marching Band shared the spotlight during a historic halftime show headlined by global superstar Beyoncé at the NFL Christmas Gameday, held at NRG Stadium on Dec. 25. As the Houston Texans faced off against the Baltimore Ravens, the Ocean of Soul brought its signature sound and energy, enhancing

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Meet Inara Brady: The 19-Year-Old HBCU Graduate, Mother, and Conquerer 

Embodying tenacity and ambition, Inara Brady has proven that age is no barrier to achievement. On Dec. 12, at just 19 years, 10 months, and 4 days old, this remarkable young woman graduated from South Carolina State University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Brady’s journey to graduation is a testament to her unwavering commitment

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HBCU Alumna Celebrated in ‘Six Triple Eight’—Tyler Perry’s Ode to the 6888th Battalion

In a world often overshadowed by larger narratives, there lies an inspiring story of resilience and commitment, now brilliantly captured in Tyler Perry’s upcoming film “Six Triple Eight.” The film will be released on Netflix on December 20. It commemorates the remarkable contributions of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion. The 6888th was the only

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NASCAR Driver Rajah Caruth Graduates from HBCU Motorsports Program

As Winston-Salem State University geared up for its Fall Commencement Ceremony on December 13, it celebrated the remarkable achievements of Rajah Caruth. Caruth was a standout student in its unique motorsports management program and an emerging star in NASCAR. The ceremony, which began at 9 a.m. at the Lawrence J. Veterans Memorial Coliseum, marked the

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HBCU Hits the Court with $100K USTA Grant to Elevate Tennis Program

In a significant move to bolster tennis at Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Florida, USTA Florida has awarded a $100,000 grant to Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University. This grant marks the second USTA Florida HBCU Program Support Grant initiative. The program aims to promote growth, diversity, and inclusion within the sport of tennis across

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After 25 Years, HBCU Grad Claims Her Master’s Degree 

Jay Morrow’s lifelong connection to North Carolina Central University has come full circle as she prepares to walk across the graduation stage on Dec. 13, 2024, completing a degree she earned but never formally claimed 25 years ago. Morrow’s journey with NCCU began long before her enrollment. Her mother, a student at the university in

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