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Sean “Diddy” Combs Convicted on Federal Charges, Acquitted of Sex Trafficking

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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Former Howard Star Steve Settle III Signs NBA Contract with Miami Heat

Former Howard University basketball standout Steve Settle III is officially headed to the NBA. The Miami Heat announced they’ve signed Settle to an Exhibit 10 contract, making him one of the latest HBCU alums to secure a professional basketball opportunity at the highest level. Settle, a 6-foot-11 forward, spent three seasons at Howard before transferring

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London Brown of Starz’s Power Book III: Raising Kanan Joins HBCU Virtual Roundtable on Power, Purpose, and Pride

On May 1, 2025, HBCU Buzz hosted a vibrant and thought-provoking virtual roundtable titled Power, Purpose, and Pride, featuring London Brown, star of STARZ’s Power Book III: Raising Kanan. The conversation—streamed live —brought together current students, alumni, and supporters from across the HBCU community for a dialogue centered on Black storytelling, cultural pride, and the

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HBCU Art Museum Exhibition Celebrates Elizabeth Catlett’s Legacy

The North Carolina Central University Art Museum is celebrating the 90th anniversary of Elizabeth Catlett’s impactful teaching career in Durham with an exhibition dedicated to her legacy. The exhibit runs through March 16, 2025, and is open to the NCCU community and the public. It includes one of Catlett’s rare paintings and a collection of

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Howard University Becomes Only HBCU to Achieve R1 Carnegie Classification

In recognition of its “very high research spending and doctorate production,” Howard University has been formally named a Research One university by the American Council of Education. Howard is the first historically Black college or university to receive this esteemed designation, representing a major turning point in the development of HBCUs in American higher education.

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Last Call for Taste of Tomorrow Scholarship Applications: Deadline Approaching

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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Bobby Wagner: NFL Star and Howard University MBA Student

Bobby Wagner, the standout linebacker for the Washington Commanders and a six-time NFL All-Pro, is expanding his horizons beyond the football field through an ambitious educational pursuit. At 34, Wagner is enrolled in Howard University’s Master of Business Administration. Having commenced the 18-month program in January 2023, Wagner views this academic journey as a vital

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A Look at the Top Ten Endowed HBCUs

With record investments supporting Historically Black Colleges and Universities, the future of HBCUs looks brighter than ever as their endowments grow to support education and community. Historically Black Colleges and Universities have experienced an unprecedented year of funding, bolstered by significant investment from the Biden-Harris administration. Thanks to enhanced endowments and state support, these institutions

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Howard University’s LaNiece Tyree Becomes First Woman of Color to Lead NACAS

LaNiece Tyree, MPA, CASP, has made history by being elected as the first woman of color and the first representative from a Historically Black College and University to serve as president of the National Association of College Auxiliary Services. Tyree is the assistant vice president for auxiliary enterprises at Howard University. Her groundbreaking election occurred

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