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‘Law and Order’ star donates $1 million to historically Black Alabama college

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By Hannah Denham Award-winning actor S. Epatha Merkerson is donating $1 million to Talladega College, per media reports. The actor was the keynote speaker for Alabama’s oldest private, historically Black college’s 150th commencement, held on May 4. Rica Lewis-Payton, chair of Talladega’s Board of Trustees, said Merkerson’s gift “will have a profound impact” on the college in […]

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Six Athletic Programs to Be Dropped at HBCU, Talladega College

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Talladega College, a historically Black institution in Alabama, has announced the discontinuation of several athletic programs due to financial challenges. The affected sports include men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s indoor track and field, men’s volleyball, and acrobatics and tumbling.  This decision follows a series of financial difficulties for the college. Earlier in the

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

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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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Talladega College Shutting Down Its Gymnastics Program

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Alabama-based HBCU Talladega College is shutting down its gymnastics program after offering the sport for only one year. The college announced its decision in a press release, saying the school doesn’t have enough resources to keep the program going. “While the decision to discontinue the gymnastics program was undoubtedly difficult, we remain incredibly proud of our gymnasts, coaches, and

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