Posted on: March 22, 2023 Posted by: Historically Black Since Comments: 0

30 Years Later: How Morgan State University Created a Lifelong Bond Between These Five Friends in Film

Lifelong memories, experiences and friendships are just a few of the elements that make up the college experience. Having these moments at an HBCU just heightens these elements to a whole new level. For five Morgan State University alum, their bond of friendship began 30 years ago over their shared love of film and television production. Chris Bonner c/o 92 , Doreen Spicer, Andre Tyler, Lenny Rice c/o 93 and Steven May…

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Posted on: March 1, 2023 Posted by: Historically Black Since Comments: 0

WSSU and ECSU Take Home the CIAA Basketball Championship 2023

The city of Baltimore, Maryland was filled with HBCU pride, for the CIAA basketball tournament, which took place from Feb 21-25 2023. CIAA fans lined up all week leading up to the final championship game that took place on Saturday. Special guest included music artist Lil Mo, and Tamar Braxton who both performed during the championship halftimes shows, along with legendary producer and rapper Doug E. Fresh. For the women’s game,…

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Posted on: February 2, 2023 Posted by: Historically Black Since Comments: 0

Comedian Kilara Speaks on Being a Japanese Student at an HBCU, Comedy and More

In this interview, we speak with Japanese comedian Kilara, who made the bold decision to leave Japan to attend an HBCU (Hampton University) against her parents’ approval. Kilara applied to a few different HBCUs, but ultimately decided on Hampton University. Interviewed by Darryl “DC” Chambers @onenonlydc Follow Kilara on social media here – https://instagram.com/kilaracomedy?igshid=MDM4ZDc5MmU= Watch the full interview below:

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Posted on: January 13, 2023 Posted by: Historically Black Since Comments: 0

Meet the Couple That Created a Battle of the Bands Event to Raise Money for HBCU Students 

HBCU Homecomings  are an annual time filled with lifetime memories of friendship, fun and for those lucky few, love. This was the case for Frank and La Keisha Johnson, who met on the HBCU campus of Johnson C. Smith University during homecoming in 2007. Although they didn’t cross paths again until about a year and a half later at a  church, their story was fated from the start. LaKeisha recalls that…

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Posted on: January 4, 2023 Posted by: Historically Black Since Comments: 0

This HBCU Student Became the UDC Miss Junior at the Age of 42

Being a college student is a challenge in itself, but being a non-traditional student can come with its own set of challenges. It’s common to see most people completing their college career in their early to mid twenties, unless they are in a highly specialized field that needs additional training. However, as with life, everyone’s educational journey won’t look the same. Some people may start their journey in a “traditional” way right after high…

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Posted on: December 26, 2022 Posted by: 0fficiallwill Comments: 0

The Revelation Of An Amazing Year For HBCUs

The year of 2022 which was a great year for HBCU Culture, is nearing the end with the holidays fastly approaching. Historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) are institutions of higher education in the United States that were established specifically to serve the black community. These schools have a rich history and have played a vital role in the education and development of black Americans. HBCUs have a unique culture…

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Posted on: December 24, 2022 Posted by: Historically Black Since Comments: 0

Ray “Misster Ray” Cunningham Speaks on Going Back to College After Almost Fifteen Years

Being a college student is a challenge in itself, but being a non-traditional student can come with its own set of challenges. It’s common to see most people completing their college career in their early to mid twenties, unless they are in a highly specialized field that needs additional training. However, as with life, everyone’s educational journey won’t look the same. Some people may start their journey in a “traditional” way right after high…

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Posted on: December 20, 2022 Posted by: 0fficiallwill Comments: 0

NCCU Eagles Take Home The 2022 Celebration Bowl Championship In Overtime

A game for the history books that had fans across the nation on the edge of their seats, the 2022 Celebration Bowl more than lived up to its expectations. With over 49,000 fans in attendance this year at Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta, GA), the MEAC’s North Carolina Central University’s Eagles (10-2) went up against the SWAC’s Jackson State University Tigers (12-1). North Carolina Central beat Jackson State 41-34 in overtime on Saturday…

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Posted on: December 17, 2022 Posted by: 0fficiallwill Comments: 0

Meet the First-Ever Drum Major at Fisk University

“Her sons and daughters are ever on the altar”, the motto of the Fisk Bulldogs who are a testament to HBCU Excellence. The oldest institution of higher learning in Nashville, Tennessee, Fisk University houses some of the nation’s brightest minds, named as a Black Ivy League Institution. One bright mind we’ll be highlighting in this piece is Erin Allen, the very first Drum Major and female at that for The…

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Posted on: December 15, 2022 Posted by: 0fficiallwill Comments: 0

Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack Foundation To Debut Multiday HBCU Classic

The Cactus Jack Foundation has announced that it will be debuting a HBCU Classic at Minute Maid Park in February 2023. Featuring Prairie View A&M, Texas Southern University, Grambling State University, Jackson State University, Mississippi Valley State University and Southern University. Owned by rapper Travis Scott, the foundation’s goal is to raise money to provide educational opportunities and scholarships for the youth. It was previously announced on May 17 that he donated…

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