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A powerful symbol of reflection and unity made its way through historically Black universities in Virginia earlier this week as a group of Buddhist monks on a national pilgrimage stopped at two HBCU campuses during their nationwide Walk for Peace. The journey — a roughly 2,300-mile trek from Texas to Washington, D.C., led by monks […]
Virginia Union University (VUU) is pleased to announce that Dr. Elfred Anthony Pinkard has been appointed as a Presidential Fellow in its Center for the Study of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). A distinguished leader in higher education, Dr. Pinkard brings more than four decades of experience, marked by scholarship, institutional leadership, and a
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On Jan. 13, 2025, the Richmond community mourned the loss of Henry Marsh, an esteemed alumnus of Virginia Union University. As Richmond’s first African American mayor, Marsh was a pioneering force who shattered racial barriers and created pathways for future generations. The Richmond, Virginia, native who grew up in a racially divided world was dedicated
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Championship Week Recap As we wrap up the final week of the HBCU football season, tension and excitement have peaked. With only two teams left standing in the championship spotlight, every play mattered as they vied for the ultimate title. Valdosta St. Blazers 49, Virginia Union Panthers 14 Virginia Union University edged out Virginia State
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The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association has announced the introduction of Women’s Flag Football at seven member institutions, set to debut in Spring 2025. This landmark initiative aims to enhance female participation in sports and aligns with the NCAA’s recognition of women’s flag football as an emerging sport. The universities participating in this pioneering venture include:
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