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From HBCU to WWE SmackDown: Trick Williams’ Journey to the Main Roster

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From HBCU to WWE SmackDown, Hampton University Alum Trick Williams Breaks Through From HBCU to WWE SmackDown, Hampton University alum Trick Williams’ rise to professional wrestling’s biggest stage represents more than a personal career milestone—it’s a moment of national visibility for HBCU excellence. Williams, whose real name is Matrick Belton, played college football at Hampton […]

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Hampton University Names Van Malone Head Football Coach to Lead Pirates Program

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Hampton University head football coach Van Malone has officially been introduced as the next leader of the Pirates football program, according to an announcement released by the university through its athletics department earlier this week. The hire marks a pivotal moment for the historic HBCU as it looks to reset following a challenging 2025 season

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Hampton University’s Record Enrollment Growth Shows Momentum

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Hampton University has strengthened its commitment to student success, and it is seeing record enrollment. As AFROTECH™ previously reported, Black student enrollment at Harvard, Princeton, Yale, and other predominantly white institutions has declined following the 2023 U.S. Supreme Court decision banning race-conscious college admissions. However, Hampton University, a Carnegie R2-designated research institution, is charting a different course.

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Mielle Organics Empowers HBCU Students With Curl Tour

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For many HBCU students, hair is more than just a style — it’s culture, identity, and self-expression. Students spend their time in college discovering their personal style, testing new looks, and figuring out what works best for their natural hair textures. Finding the right products often becomes a journey of its own, and it’s done on

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HBCUs Face Wave of Threats, Forcing Campus Closures and Lockdowns

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A disturbing wave of threats has disrupted life across several Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), forcing schools to cancel classes, lock down campuses, and heighten security. While no permanent closures have been reported, the repeated incidents are causing serious concern for students, faculty, and alumni communities. Multiple Campuses Impacted In recent days, Virginia State

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Virginia HBCUs Suspend Operations Following Campus Threats

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Two Virginia HBCUs—Virginia State University and Hampton University—took swift action this week to protect students, faculty, and staff after receiving threats that forced temporary shutdowns of campus operations. The incident, which unfolded on Thursday, September 11, 2025, underscores the ongoing challenges HBCUs face in maintaining both safety and peace of mind for their communities. Virginia

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Hampton-Born Hospitality: Hampton Grads Are Redefining Luxury Group Travel with Getaway Society

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Hampton University alumni Calvin Butts, Jr., Carrington Carter, and Jeremiah Myers turned a love for travel and group trips into Getaway Society, a Black-owned luxury vacation home brand designed for connection, community, and unforgettable memories. The post Hampton-Born Hospitality: Hampton Grads Are Redefining Luxury Group Travel with Getaway Society appeared first on HBCU Buzz.

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Hampton University Names Dr. TaKeia Anthony Honors Director

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Courtesy of Hampton University Hampton University proudly announces the appointment of Dr. TaKeia N. Anthony as the new Director of the Freddye T. Davy Honors College. A distinguished historian, acclaimed author, and thought leader in African Diaspora studies, Dr. Anthony brings an expansive vision rooted in scholarship, cultural stewardship, and the elevation of Black intellectual

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Hampton University’s Noah Farrakhan Joins San Antonio Spurs NBA Summer League Roster

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Noah Farrakhan, a standout guard from Hampton University, has signed with the San Antonio Spurs for the 2025 NBA Summer League, joining a growing wave of HBCU athletes receiving professional basketball opportunities. The post Hampton University’s Noah Farrakhan Joins San Antonio Spurs NBA Summer League Roster appeared first on HBCU Buzz.

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