HBCU History
Lem Barney is still alive, despite NFL reports of death
"Lem Barney is still alive, despite NFL reports of death"Lem Barney, the Hall of Famer from Jackson State, was reported as dead. His family says he is not.
HBCU Dynasty Unraveled: WSSU Football’s Rise and Fall (Part I)
"HBCU Dynasty Unraveled: WSSU Football’s Rise and Fall (Part I)"WSSU football took a while to catch fire, but it eventually become one of the most consistent HBCU football programs.
FIU – Kennesaw State matchup makes HBCU-related history
"FIU – Kennesaw State matchup makes HBCU-related history"Jerry Mack and Willie Simmons got their start as HBCU coaches. Now they are set to meet on the FBS level.
HBCU Legend Announces NFL Retirement
"HBCU Legend Announces NFL Retirement"Darius Shaquille Leonard cements his place in HBCU football history after an NFL career with over 600 tackles, 3 All-Pros, and a...
HBCU classic in NFL stadium hits all-time low
"HBCU classic in NFL stadium hits all-time low"What was once one of the most important HBCU football classics has fallen to a new attendance low.
Historic HBCU Hopes to Revive Once Dominant Football Program
"Historic HBCU Hopes to Revive Once Dominant Football Program"The nation’s oldest private HBCU is exploring the comeback of its storied football program as early as 2027.
Former HBCU President, Funding Advocate Dies at 81
"Former HBCU President, Funding Advocate Dies at 81"Earl Richardson, who led Morgan State’s “Renaissance” and helped secure $577M for HBCUs, has died at 81.
North Carolina A&T-Hampton starting to become rivalry in CAA
"North Carolina A&T-Hampton starting to become rivalry in CAA"It only took 100 years, but it looks like Hampton and North Carolina A&T are on the road to becoming rivals.
HBCU Trailblazer, A&T Four Member Passes Away
"HBCU Trailblazer, A&T Four Member Passes Away"Joseph McNeil, NC A&T alum and member of the historic A&T Four, has died at 83. The HBCU community honors his legacy...
North Carolina A&T Honors Civil Rights Legacy with Helmet Decal
"North Carolina A&T Honors Civil Rights Legacy with Helmet Decal"A&T football connects Aggie Pride to civil rights history, honoring the Greensboro Four with a new helmet decal this season.
Lee Corso and the HBCU mascot head left on the table
"Lee Corso and the HBCU mascot head left on the table"A behind the scenes story from Jackson State’s College Gameday experience as Lee Corso fades off into the sunset.
HBCU Visionary, Apollo 11 Hidden Figure Passes Away
"HBCU Visionary, Apollo 11 Hidden Figure Passes Away"Pulitzer-nominated poet and HBCU visionary Vivian Ayers Allen, honored as an Apollo 11 Hidden Figure, has passed away at 102.
HBCU Trailblazer to be Honored During U.S. Open
"HBCU Trailblazer to be Honored During U.S. Open"FAMU alumna and HBCU icon Althea Gibson will be honored at the 2025 U.S. Open, with tributes from her sorority, FAMU alumni,...