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Delta Sigma Theta: Georgia Rep's Membership Controversy

Georgia State Representative Angela Moore, despite being recently re-elected, faces scrutiny over claims of being a member of the prestigious historically Black sorority, Delta Sigma Theta.

FAMU Alum Will Packer Joins Atlanta Falcons Ownership

Film producer extraordinaire and FAMU alum Will Packer, alongside Olympic legend Dominique Dawes, are strengthening their ties to Atlanta by joining the ownership group of the Atlanta Falcons.

St. Augustine’s Commencement Amid Accreditation Challenge

In the heart of North Carolina, St. Augustine’s University recently hosted what could potentially be its final commencement ceremony.

Biden-Harris Administration Allocates Historic $16 Billion to HBCUs

In a groundbreaking move, the Biden-Harris administration has unveiled a historic funding package totaling over $16 billion for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). 

Marie Fowler Becomes Howard University's Oldest Doctoral Graduate

At 83, Marie Fowler achieved a lifelong dream by earning her doctoral degree in divinity from Howard University. This accomplishment is more than an academic milestone; it is a testament to her unw...

NFL Legend John Stallworth's $1M+ Gift to Alabama A&M

Former NFL star John Stallworth made headlines last week, not for his on-field achievements, but for his generous contribution to Alabama A&M University (AAMU). 

Empowering HBCUs: The First Bank's Commitment to Education

The historic legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) stretches back to the late 1800s, offering Black students pathways to higher education.

Historic $100M Donation to Spelman College: Transformation Ahead

In a groundbreaking move, Spelman College, Atlanta's prestigious historically Black women's institution, is set to receive a monumental $100 million donation from philanthropic power couple Ronda S...

Meet Jordan Brown: Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker from North Carolina A&T

We've got some exciting news to share with you all. Let's give a big round of applause to Jordan Brown, a proud alum of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (North Carolina A&...

HBCU Figure Skating: Breaking Ice Boundaries

On Saturday, Howard University etched its name in history books as the first-ever HBCU to field a figure skating team in an inter-collegiate competition.