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HBCU earns newly established Carnegie RCU Classification
"HBCU earns newly established Carnegie RCU Classification"The RCU designation is a newly established classification that emphasizes research contributions from institutions that historically have not been recognized for their research activity.
Trump issues new executive order on HBCUs
"Trump issues new executive order on HBCUs"Donald Trump has issued a new executive order on HBCUs.
HBCUs brace for impact as federal funding hangs in the balance
"HBCUs brace for impact as federal funding hangs in the balance"As the Trump administration threatens to eliminate federal support, HBCU administrators are putting plans in place to protect their institutions.
Athletic cuts help HBCU chart new course after fiscal challenges
"Athletic cuts help HBCU chart new course after fiscal challenges"In February, the HBCU cut its acrobatics, men’s volleyball, tumbling, men’s and women’s golf, and indoor track programs. Saving between $300,000 and...
HBCU inks groundbreaking alliance with professional services firm
"HBCU inks groundbreaking alliance with professional services firm"This innovative alliance with the world's largest professional services firm will ensure that Alabama A&M Athletics remains competitive in the evolving landscape...
HBCU revamps student center via “Retool Your School” grant
"HBCU revamps student center via “Retool Your School” grant"The space is outfitted with new furniture, technology, and has dedicated spaces for student collaboration.
HBCU reaches Carnegie RCU Status for first time in its history
"HBCU reaches Carnegie RCU Status for first time in its history"The University is actively pursuing the R2 designation, with current research expenditures for 2024 reaching $16.248 million – exceeding the R2 research...
Grambling hires consulting firm for review of athletics program
"Grambling hires consulting firm for review of athletics program"The review will assess key components of the athletics program, including organizational structure, financial operations, compliance, student-athlete welfare, facilities, and Title IX/gender...
HBCU Director of Athletics wins national AD of the Year award
"HBCU Director of Athletics wins national AD of the Year award"The Tigers third SWAC football championship in four years was one of 28 championships under the leadership of Robinson.
HBCU loses accreditation appeal, looks to push forward
"HBCU loses accreditation appeal, looks to push forward"Saint Augustine's University lost its appeal for accreditation, but still vows to push on.
HBCU becomes first to offer cannabis education programs
"HBCU becomes first to offer cannabis education programs"While several universities across the country have begun incorporating cannabis-related courses into their curricula, ASU is the first HBCU to officially embrace...
HBCU becomes only school in state with Carnegie R2 status
"HBCU becomes only school in state with Carnegie R2 status"The R2 status signifies a university with "high research activity," meaning it spends at least $5 million on research and awards at...
Former FAMU AD hired by alma mater as Associate VP of Athletics
"Former FAMU AD hired by alma mater as Associate VP of Athletics"Sykes returns to her HBCU after serving as the VP and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics at FAMU from 2023-2024, making history as...