Watch Monaé Nichols Jump Exact Meters Needed to Qualify for Paris Olympics
Now, this is impressive! With the Paris Olympics just around the corner, many of our star-studded athletes are putting their money where their mouth is! Recently, Monaé Nichols, a Bethune-Cookman alum and superb track and field athlete who competes in the long jump, competed at the Olympic Trials for her spot in Paris. On Nichols’ […]
Author LaDarrion Williams Releases New Fiction Book Centered Around Literal HBCU Magic
“What if Harry Potter went to an HBCU in the South?” Author LaDarrion Williams has released “Blood at the Root,” a novel that brings magic to an HBCU setting for young readers. Launched on May 7th, the story follows a teenager on the run who discovers a hidden family and a magical community at an […]
Ludacris Celebrates Daughter Karma Bridges’ Graduation from Spelman College
It’s a proud moment for the Bridges family! Karma Bridges, daughter of renowned rapper Ludacris and the inspiration behind the popular animated series “Karma’s World,” graduated summa cum laude from Spelman College earlier this month. This occasion not only marked the culmination of her years of hard work and dedication but also the importance of […]
Morehouse Graduate Thanks Incarcerated Uncle for Taking Out Loan to Help Him Finish School
He has the support of a strong community around him! In a heartfelt and inspiring story of the power of community, Darius, recently shared his remarkable journey to graduating from Morehouse College. In a tweet that has resonated with many, Darius revealed a key turning point in his senior year. “Last one, but in order […]
Kenyan President Signs Agreements With HBCUs to Promote Economic Development & STEM Education Between Countries
Kenya is making waves in the educational sphere! The East African country has entered a groundbreaking partnership that connects the nation with some of America’s most prestigious Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Black Enterprise reports. Kenyan President William Ruto recently confirmed that the Kenyan government has signed agreements with HBCUs such as Spelman College, […]
Jay Jones Makes History as Howard University’s First Transgender Student Body President
The votes are in, and The Mecca is a place of acceptance! Jay Jones, a junior political science major from Fort Worth, Texas, has become Howard University‘s 64th Student Association (HUSA) president, making history as the first transgender person to hold the position. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jay Jones ❤️❤️ […]
Hampton University Graduates First-Ever All Woman Doctoral Candidates in Departments of Education & Counseling
They did that! Hampton University made history with its cohorts of all-female doctoral candidates from the Department of Education and the Department of Counseling. This remarkable group of women is paving the way for future generations, breaking barriers, and exemplifying excellence in their fields. The university’s official Instagram account proudly showcased this milestone, celebrating their […]
California’s First-Ever HBCU is Set to Open This Year
The upcoming school year promises to be particularly exciting for California students! In a historic collaboration, Huston-Tillotson University (HTU) has partnered with the National College Resources Foundation (NCRF), the San Diego County Office of Education, and the University of La Verne to open satellite campuses in San Diego and Los Angeles County. According to NewsOne, […]
Two Mother-Daughter Duos Launch Upscale HBCU Accessory Line, TruBlu Legacy
There’s a new way to represent your HBCU with pride and sophistication. TruBlu Legacy, a new online retailer launched in 2022, is offering a stylish twist on HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) paraphernalia. Founded by Kai Waller and her mother Rhonda Waller, along with Joslyn Jackson and her daughter Lauren Jackson–all Spelman College graduates–the […]
Xavier University Makes History as First HBCU to Launch a Medical School in the Gulf South
Xavier joins Howard, Morehouse, Meharry, Charles R. Drew, and Morgan State as only the fifth HBCU in the U.S. to offer a medical school. According to HBCU Buzz, Xavier University of Louisiana has joined forces with Ochsner Health to launch the new groundbreaking Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine (XOCOM). This historic partnership aims to tackle […]