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Is One HBCU Being Whitewashed—Or Rebuilt for the Future?
"Is One HBCU Being Whitewashed—Or Rebuilt for the Future?"A unanimous vote could reshape Kentucky State University. Here’s what the proposed 'polytechnic' shift means—and why it’s sparking debate across the HBCU...
HBCU Lands TV Deal Matching LSU’s Media Model
"HBCU Lands TV Deal Matching LSU’s Media Model"Southern lands a TV deal with WBRZ that mirrors LSU’s already existing partnership with the station.
HBCU Alum Joins Spider-Man Cast After Emmy Breakout
"HBCU Alum Joins Spider-Man Cast After Emmy Breakout"HBCU alum Tramell Tillman is heading to the Marvel universe. The Jackson State graduate has been cast in Spider-Man: Brand New Day...
HBCU Track Star Turned WWE Breakout Returns to Singles Action
"HBCU Track Star Turned WWE Breakout Returns to Singles Action"Masyn Holiday, a former HBCU track star at Howard, returns to singles action on WWE Evolve as the women’s title picture opens...
HBCU Schools In The Mix for NC Player of the Year After Reopening Recruitment
"HBCU Schools In The Mix for NC Player of the Year After Reopening Recruitment"HBCU hoops is in play for NC Player of the Year Dionte Neal after reopening his recruitment, with North Carolina A&T and...
NFL Unveils New HBCU Showcase Ahead of 2026 Draft
"NFL Unveils New HBCU Showcase Ahead of 2026 Draft"The NFL has replaced its HBCU Combine with a new HBCU Showcase tied to the International Player Pathway Pro Day. Here’s what...
HBCU Scare Sparks Record NCAA Tournament Viewership
"HBCU Scare Sparks Record NCAA Tournament Viewership"Howard helped drive record NCAA Tournament viewership as the 2026 first round became the most-watched ever. The Bison's hot start against Michigan...
History-Making HBCU Drum Major Goes From Oscars to Hall of Fame
"History-Making HBCU Drum Major Goes From Oscars to Hall of Fame"FAMU drum major Oluwamodupe Oloyede earns a College Football Hall of Fame exhibit after her Oscars appearance, continuing a legendary run in...
HBCU Cheer Team Returns After 20 Years—Wins National Title
"HBCU Cheer Team Returns After 20 Years—Wins National Title"Miles College just made HBCU cheer history with a national championship run that almost never happened.
Shilo Sanders Returns to Jackson, Performs with Sonic Boom
"Shilo Sanders Returns to Jackson, Performs with Sonic Boom"Shilo Sanders returns to Jackson State and performs with the Sonic Boom of the South, delivering a full-circle HBCU moment.
HBCU Brings Back Track Program After Years Away
"HBCU Brings Back Track Program After Years Away"Fayetteville State is bringing back men’s track and field in 2026, restoring a dormant HBCU program and expanding its athletic future. HBCU Isn’t Backing Down From No. 1 Seed in March Madness
"HBCU Isn’t Backing Down From No. 1 Seed in March Madness"Howard faces No. 1 Michigan in March Madness after a historic NCAA Tournament win. Here’s what both teams are saying ahead of...
Packers Land Top HBCU Star After 10 NFL Seasons
"Packers Land Top HBCU Star After 10 NFL Seasons"Green Bay signs former South Carolina State standout Javon Hargrave to a $23M deal as one of the NFL’s longest-tenured HBCU players...