With tons of American institutions reneging on their DEI investments, MacKenzie Scott is doubling down on hers. The Amazon cofounder and Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife donated $40 million to the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, which was established in 2017 to preserve historical landmarks and stories. It marks her second donation to the Fund, following […]
Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank donated $50 million over 10 years to support students and boost graduation rates at Atlanta HBCUs.
The NCAA basketball season is set to begin Nov. 3, and with most teams gearing up for it, Shaw University is one huge step behind. The Raleigh, North Carolina, HBCU announced its longtime women’s basketball head coach, Jacques Curtis, had called it quits, quietly publishing a press release Friday afternoon. It’s a huge loss to […]
Right-wing activists calling themselves the Fearless Debaters were removed from TSU's campus after showing up uninvited with MAGA hats.
Nike’s fifth annual Yardrunners collection reimagines the Air Max 95 with designs honoring Morehouse, FAMU, Spelman, and Norfolk State.
Three HBCUs—Alabama State, Hampton, and Virginia State—took campus safety precautions, including lockdowns, following terroristic threats.
The Tennessee State men’s hockey team won’t be playing its inaugural season in 2025-26.
The Home Depot Retool Your School program is empowering HBCUs across the country by creating spaces where students can thrive.
Black folks can swim. At Howard University, they are also setting Division I records.
Honda Battle Of The Bands 2025 took place at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles County, Calif. and CASSIUS was on hand for the festivities.
The 2025 Super Bowl saw the introduction of a new the NFL’s Media Scholar Program that provided aspiring journalists with a stage to show off their skills and develop them under professional mentors. During one of the biggest events in the sporting world, the students were hands-on in creating quality content and networking within the […]
For many people, attending the Super Bowl is an unforgettable experience. It’s a celebration of football in support of the teams that have proven to be the best. However, for young professionals such as Nicholas Walters and Layla Green, it was far more than just a weekend of sports. Their experiences at the heart of […]
