HBCUs are far more accessible to students and more successful at moving students from the bottom 40% of a country’s income distribution to the top 60%, signaling social mobility.
Pepsi National Battle of the Bands brought together over 43,500 attendees to NRG Stadium, creating a moment full of music, unity, and tradition that honors the rich history and influence of HBCUs.
This year, 110 students from 77 HBCUs across the nation and around the world have been selected for their exceptional academic achievements, leadership potential, and dedication to their communities.
Officials said the Biden-Harris administration’s dedication to HBCUs underscores their vital role in fostering upward economic mobility in the United States.
Drawing on data from the National Center for Education Statistics from 1987 to 2020, the departments calculated the amount these institutions would have received if their state funding per student equaled that of 1862 institutions. Officials said the discrepancies in appropriated funding ranged from $172 million to $2.1 billion, creating significant financial disparities. Historically Black…
HBCU All-Star Game to Air Live on CBS at 4:00 PM ET HBCU All-Stars LLC have announced that the 2023 HBCU All-Star Game, a college basketball showcase highlighting the best HBCU players in the country, will be held at Texas Southern University H&PE Arena in Houston on Sunday, April 2 at 4:00 PM, ET. Tickets for…
Houston, Texas – In Spring 2019, Houston StepFest made its debut as one of Houston’s premiere step shows at Texas Southern University. With over 900 attendees and 10 participating local step teams, StepFest provided a family-friendly atmosphere while enlightening the youth about the Historically Black College or University (HBCU) culture. The winning teams won $1,000…
The Propel Center, a first-of-its-kind ideation hub for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), recently announced an exciting new collaboration with The Walt Disney Company designed to prepare promising young innovators for careers in the arts, media, entertainment, and hospitality industries. Revealed at the 2022 HBCU Philanthropy Symposium in D.C., the announcement detailed how Propel…
To address the urgent cybersecurity talent needs in the U.S., Advancing Minorities’ Interest in Engineering (AMIE) announced a new collaboration to support cybersecurity education at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Together with industry partners Abbott, Microsoft, and Raytheon Technologies, the HBCU Cybersecurity Industry Collaboration Initiative Pilot aims to build curriculum capacity within HBCU engineering…
By d-mars.com News Provider McDonald’s USA and Roland S. Martin, a lifetime member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., are awarding more than $100,000 in scholarships to rising juniors and seniors attending Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs). The effort, in honor of the fraternity’s 115 years of scholarship and Black excellence, is to help…
American College of Education announced today it is offering two full education program scholarships to graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) for the August 24, 2021, term. The scholarships will be available for one master’s-level applicant and one doctoral-level applicant. Candidates must apply by June 20 and will be chosen by July 16….
Webber Marketing (WM), creators of the National Battle of the Bands, announces the “National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB): Salute to HBCU Marching Bands” film presented by Pepsi. The hour-long, syndicated film will premiere throughout February in more than 50 markets across the country in honor of Black History Month to shine an intimate light…
By Lauren Poteat, NNPA Newswire Washington Correspondent During the contentious 2016 presidential race between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton, voter turnout still proved to be at an all-time low among students who attended Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). In a report released by Tufts University, 2016 voter turnout plummeted by more than 10 points…
The decision reflects her deep connection to the renowned HBCU, where she says shaped her into the leader she is today.
Harris’ detailed plan appears to offer Black men a vision of leadership, opportunity, and economic empowerment.
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The countdown to the 2024 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands is ON! Get ready to witness the ultimate HBCU band showdown with performances by Lecrae, Boosie Badazz, and The Walls Group! This year’s event, themed “Celebrating Champions of Culture,” not only honors the legacy of HBCU marching bands but also champions their enduring influence on…
Bloomberg Philanthropies has announced a $600 million donation to the endowments of four historically Black medical schools.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee was known for her unwavering and steadfast commitment to civil rights, social justice, and her constituents.
This iconic all-NFL choir took the stage at the 30th Anniversary ESSENCE Festival of Culture.