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HBCU celebrates 157th anniversary amidst accreditation hurdles

Raleigh, NC – Saint Augustine’s University (SAU), a historic HBCU, marked its 157th Founders Day yesterday with a message of gratitude, resilience,...

HBCU ready to pursue accreditation 20 years after loss

Twenty years after losing its accreditation, North Carolina HBCU Barber-Scotia is looking to apply to get back in the game. The Concord,...

North Carolina HBCU gets seventh $1 million gift this year

The school is revitalizing two historic residence halls and is renovating its Culinary Arts and dining facilities.

Morehouse College president stepping down

Morehouse College President, Dr. David A. Thomas, will retire in 2025 after achieving record-breaking success and leaving a strong foundation.

Exiting FAMU President pens heartfelt letter amid resignation

Read the message Dr. Larry Robinson left to Rattler Nation on the day of his resignation.

FAMU President expected to resign immediately

In a letter to the University's Board of Trustees Chair, Kristin Harper, Robinson expressed gratitude for the opportunity to lead Florida's only...

HBCU looking to regain accreditation after nearly 30 years

Knoxville College, an HBCU in Tennessee, is striving to regain accreditation after nearly 30 years, facing financial and enrollment challenges.

HBCU representation appointed to Division I Legislative Committee

The committee will communicate positions to sponsors, recommend amendments for consideration, and coordinate a legislation discussion session at the NCAA Convention.

HBCU removed from accreditation probation

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania's accreditation probation was lifted by Middle States Commission, with a monitoring report due in 2025.

Florida HBCU receives historic eight figures in state funding

Despite a decrease in overall state spending from the previous year, the Jacksonville, FL HBCU will receive its highest-ever single-year state legislative...