Early Grad Shares Nostalgic ‘Hillman’-Inspired College Decision Day Video
She’s headed into “A Different World” next fall! Just like Whitley Gilbert strutting on the yard at Hillman College, this future leader is ready to make her mark, and all thanks to her unwavering faith and a village of love! Let’s give a round of applause to Outumn, who just announced on TikTok that she’ll […]
Wanda Durant Set to Deliver Commencement Address at Bowie State University
She’s leading the charge for BSU’s soon-to-be alumni! Bowie State University announced that Wanda Durant, widely known as “Mama Durant” and the mother of NBA star Kevin Durant, will be the commencement speaker for the spring ceremony on May 24th. Ms. Durant is a dedicated advocate for empowering young people, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds. […]
Angela Bassett to Receive Honorary Degree from Spelman College
She’s being honored by one of the most prestigious HBCUs! Critically acclaimed actor and director Angela Bassett is set to address the 2024 graduating class of Spelman College as the keynote speaker for the 137th Commencement Ceremony this May. The legendary actor will inspire and encourage a new generation of Black women leaving the prestigious […]
HBCU Morris Brown College Surprises Entire High School Class With College Admission
An HBCU that has overcome adversity is reaching back to help high schoolers do the same! In a heartwarming surprise, Morris Brown College, a historically Black college in Atlanta that overcame losing its accreditation in the early 2000s, has offered full admission to all graduating seniors at Benjamin E. Mays High School, according to Fox5 […]
Angel Jackson Makes History as Second HBCU Player to Be Drafted in 20 Years
Angel Jackson was just drafted into the WNBA, and she’s already making history! Jackson was the second-ever player from an HBCU to be drafted by the WNBA, Black Enterprise reports. The 6-foot-6 center from Jackson State University in Mississippi was picked No. 36 in the third round by the back-to-back champion Las Vegas Aces during […]
HBCU Grad Donates Coffee Sales to St. Augustine’s University
It’s been a tough spring semester for the historic St. Augustine’s University, but one HBCU graduate is trying to turn things around–one cup of coffee at a time. Marcia Cox is a third-generation HBCU grad and owner of Kaldi’s Coffee House and Roastery, a coffee shop in Charlotte, North Carolina where she makes her own […]
Meet HBCU Student and NASCAR Rising Star Rajah Caruth
Rahaj Caruth is a college student who is really going places… fast! “Rajah Caruth is an exceptional young man. He’s a very talented driver with a bright future,” Spire Motorsports said in a statement to theGrio. “You hear people talk about an ‘it’ factor, and when you talk to him and get to know him, […]
Harlem’s Fashion Row Partners With Nordstrom for New HBCU Scholarship
School is in session again! At historically Black colleges and universities, there’s a new scholarship available for students, thanks to Harlem Fashion Row (HFR) partnering with Nordstrom. The retailer announced that the scholarship will continue ICON360’s mission to provide financial assistance to Black designers and fashion programs at HBCUs to help advance marginalized talent through education. “As […]
Spelman College Receives Historic $100 Million Donation, the Largest Ever for an HBCU
This generous contribution coincides with Spelman College celebrating its 100th naming anniversary! ABC News reports that Spelman College, a historically Black women’s liberal arts college in Atlanta, has received a groundbreaking $100 million donation, marking the largest single contribution ever made to any Historically Black College or University (HBCU). The historic donation comes from businesswoman […]
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 […]