Celebrating the Sisterhood of Delta Sigma Theta!
We honor the vision, resilience, and impactful contributions of the sorority’s founders and members. As Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. commemorates its Founders’ Day, it is fitting to recognize the outstanding contributions of some of its distinguished members. Here, we shine a spotlight on five remarkable women who have not only excelled in their respective […]
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.: A Legacy of Excellence and Impact
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. celebrates another year! On January 15, 1908, a group of visionary women at Howard University laid the foundation for a sisterhood that would go on to break barriers, uplift communities, and empower generations. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (AKA) was born, marking the beginning of a legacy that has spanned […]
Racquel Oden Makes History as the Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s First Female Board Chair
She is the first woman to hold this position in the organization’s 37-year history. As the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) ushers in 2024, it embraces a groundbreaking shift in its leadership, with Racquel Oden assuming the role of Board Chair, the organization announced in a press release. This historic moment signifies a significant step […]
101-Year-Old Sarah Simpkins Set to Graduate College Alongside Granddaughter in 2024
Sarah Simkins is getting her college degree at age 101. According to WTOK News, the grandmother is studying early childhood education at Brightpoint Community College in Chester, Virginia. Simpkins is able to study at the college due to Virginia’s Senior Citizens Higher Education Act of 1974, which allows senior citizens to enroll in higher education […]
6 Trailblazing Achievements You Didn’t Know About Harvard’s First Black President
Becoming the first Black president of Harvard University is just one bullet on a great resume! The achievements of Harvard University’s first Black president, Claudine Gay, captivate and inspire. Beyond the halls of Harvard, Dr. Gay has forged a path marked by scholarly distinction and a commitment to addressing societal challenges. Here are six remarkable […]
Celebrating Kappa Alpha Psi’s Rich Legacy
Kappa Alpha Psi celebrates another year of brotherhood. On January 5, 1911, at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, a group of ten visionary men founded Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Their mission was to create a brotherhood that combined academic excellence, community service, and a commitment to uplift their members. More than a century later, […]
Jayden Daniels Becomes Second LSU Quarterback to Win Heisman Trophy
Congratulations are in order for Jayden Daniels! The Louisiana State University quarterback was recently honored by being awarded the Heisman Trophy. Daniels is now college football‘s most outstanding player, fresh off his senior season of leading the country’s best offensive program. Daniels took first-place votes with 503 votes and 2,029 total points. Washington quarterback Michael […]
Hampton Wins First-Ever HBCU Financial Literacy Bowl
Hampton University has won the first-of-its-kind HBCU Financial Literacy Bowl! The Financial Literacy Bowl is a two-phased competition that trains college leaders to teach their peers about personal finance. The first round of the Society for Financial Education and Professional Development’s (SFEPD) inaugural HBCU Financial Literacy Bowl was held virtually. The top three HBCU teams […]
Black Couple Creates National Diversity Golf Program for HBCUs
Angel Rich-Jones and her husband, Karl Jones, are helping Black people golf! The couple has launched a non-profit partnership with Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA) member and President of PGA REACH Middle-Atlantic, J.P. Lunn, to launch a signature program called 4tee Acres. It is purposed to provide students of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) with access to […]
HBCU Lane College Holds Historic Graduation Inside Tennessee Prison
Lane College is making history. The HBCU partnered with Tennessee Higher Education Initiative (THEI) to help educate men and women behind the wall. THEI is a non-profit organization working to disrupt systems of harm and create opportunities for autonomy and success. It achieves its goal by providing college access to people inside Tennessee prisons, preparing […]