Steve Madden Says HBCUs Deserve More Corporate Investment — And His Company Is Putting Resources Behind It Steve Madden HBCU support goes beyond celebrating Black culture—the footwear company is investing in programs designed to give HBCU students greater access to education, mentorship and career opportunities within the fashion industry. Founder Steve Madden recently discussed his commitment […]
Congress Considers Major Investment to Upgrade HBCU Sports and Media Programs HBCU sports media funding could receive a major boost under a federal proposal designed to help Historically Black Colleges and Universities modernize broadcasting, broadband and information technology infrastructure. The IGNITE HBCUs Sports and Media Act is included as Title III of the broader Protect College […]
BeyoncĂ©’s BeyGOOD Foundation Donates $100,000 to Texas Southern University’s Ocean of Soul Band BeyoncĂ© BeyGOOD Texas Southern University is making headlines after the superstar’s charitable foundation donated $100,000 to the Texas Southern University Ocean of Soul Marching Band. This donation is further investing in the future of HBCU students. The gift follows an unforgettable moment when […]
Kamala Harris Shares 5 Things She Says Are Worth Every Penny Kamala Harris worth the money is the latest social media trend getting people talking. In a viral video, the former vice president shared five purchases and investments she believes deliver lasting value—not just for individuals, but for entire communities. Her list blends practical household staples […]
INDIANAPOLIS — Pike High School used to struggle get students to go to college. Now, 78% of their graduates go on to become college graduates. A program started in 2006 by Dr. Ruth Woods that steers students to historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) is one reason for that success. “We knew we had a […]
Entertainer, comedian and actor Nick Cannon is one of the many Class of 2020 graduates. She shared his excitement on his Twitter page saying, “I graduated from Howard University @howarduniversity1867 today! Received a degree in Criminology/Administration of Justice and minor in Africana Studies! Had the opportunity to speak at the virtual ceremony, Master and PhD! […]
In honor of Black History Month, find out who made our list of 20 HBCU graduates who are changing the world.
Oprah Winfrey has donated $13 million to a top Georgia university. A week after giving over $1 million to the United Negro College Fund, the media mogul has written a check to Morehouse College in Atlanta. The university was established 160 years ago to educate African-American men. Oprah made the announcement of her latest gift […]
We all know that college is very expensive and it gets hard to even buy a textbook for your students. Well I may just have the perfect solution for your family! The National Negro Fund is hooking up 1000 students who attends a HBCU with free textbooks for one semester. Deadline to apply is August […]
John Wilson, President, Morehouse College, says he doesn’t know if Trump’s HBCU executive order will make an impact.
3/1/17- Roland Martin talks to Omarosa Manigault and Howard University’s Dr. Greg Carr about the HBCU executive order, Pell Grants and more. “It tells the agency what the President wants to get done. This President has done this within the first 40 days. We’ve moved the Executive Director from three tiers down, which is where President […]
Hampton University President William Harvey slams BET's drama 'The Quad.' He sends a strongly-worded letter to the network's president.