You may also like
In the Face of Racist Attacks, This Virginia Politician Is Readying for a Win • EBONY
Virginia Delegate Alex Askew gives interviews like a seasoned politician. “When I get re-elected,” the 36 year-old Democrat from Virginia beach asserts, “one of my main focuses will be on making sure we increase teacher pay, and fully fund our educational system.”  The son of a former
Read more
Source: https://www.ebony.com
How a $25 Million HBCU Initiative Created a Pipeline for More Black Cybersecurity Professionals
In 2015, then-Vice President Joe Biden made a major announcement while visiting Norfolk State University — the Department of Energy was dedicating $25 million over the next five years to build up cybersecurity education at 13 HBCUs and to diversify the larger cyber workforce. Now one year after the
Read more
Source: The Plug
Norfolk State University Awards Pharrell Williams With Honorary Doctorate Degree
Norfolk State University awarded music visionary Pharrell Williams with an honorary doctorate degree.
Read more
Source: Black America Web
HBCU Athlete, Capitalizing Off Of NCAA Rule Reversal, Signs Historic Deal With Bojangles - Blavity
After the NCAA determined student-athletes could be paid for their likeness and endorsements, many players took full advantage of the historic ruling.  Of the players who capitalized on the opportunity was Johnson C. Smith University wide receiver Ky'Wuan Dukes, according to the Independent
Read more
Source: Blavity News
How to watch Bowling Green vs. Wisconsin-Milwaukee: TV channel, NCAAB live stream info, start time news -The Black Chronicle blackchronicle sprots news, Bowling, Channel, Green, Info, Live, NCAAB, sports headlines, sports trending news, sports updates, St
How to watch Bowling Green vs. Wisconsin-Milwaukee: TV channel, NCAAB live stream info, start time news - The Black Chronicle blackchronicle sprots news, Bowling, Channel, Green, Info, Live, NCAAB, sports headlines, sports trending news, sports updates, Start, stream, Time, trending news, us
Read more
Source: The Black Chronicle
Gap and Harlem's Fashion Row Award Over $500K to HBCU Fashion Departments • EBONY
Monday, Harlem's Fashion Row and Gap Inc. announced the winners of their joint Closing The Gap initiative – a program that seeks to uplift the next generation of BIPOC leaders in fashion. By way of the program, the fashion departments of ten HBCUs will collectively receive $510,000 in financial
Read more
Source: https://www.ebony.com
All Eyes On Virginia Governor’s Election - The New Journal and Guide
By Leonard E. Colvin
Read more
Source: The New Journal and Guide
Steve Harvey, Billionaire Robert F. Smith Team Up to Help HBCU Students Enjoy More ‘Freedom’
Steve Harvey has officially signed on as a strategic partner with the Student Freedom Initiative, which was founded and helmed by tech investor and philanthropist Robert F. Smith.
Read more
Source: Black Enterprise - The Premier Resource for Black Entrepreneurs and Career, Tech, and Money Content for Black People - Black Ent
NSU Wins 1st MEAC Baseball Title - The New Journal and Guide
On Saturday, Norfolk State University celebrated bringing home the school’s first ever MEAC title for baseball. Two years ago, the team suffered heartbreak on championship. On Saturday. the NSU head coach spoke about how hard the team fought to change that narrative this year. It ended as
Read more
Source: The New Journal and Guide
Norfolk State University Awards Pharrell Williams With Honorary Doctorate Degree
Norfolk State University awarded music visionary Pharrell Williams with an honorary doctorate degree.
Read more
Source: NewsOne
A Tale Of Two Howards: Howard University’s Dual Homecomings - Blavity
On the Yard of Howard University, there are bouncy houses, 360 photo booths, games, activities, and celebratory balloons; it’s homecoming. Near the Armour J. Blackburn University Center, flooding over onto plots of grass near the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts are tents, flyers, picket
Read more
Source: Blavity News
Honoring ‘The Greyhound’: Bob Dandridge Finally Makes Basketball Hall Of Fame – The Omaha Star
After 30 years of waiting, he joins ex-teammates Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Oscar Robertson and others on roster of all-time greats. The post Honoring ‘The Greyhound’: Bob Dandridge Finally Makes Basketball Hall Of Fame appeared first on Zenger News.
Read more
Source: Omaha Star
Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference Commissioner Dr. Dennis E. Thomas Announces Plans for Retirement - The New Journal and Guide
NORFOLK
Read more
Source: The New Journal and Guide
Newly Released: Pictorial History Of CIAA Professionals 1950-1984 - The New Journal and Guide
By Glen Mason and Leonard Colvin
Read more
Source: The New Journal and Guide
NSU's Student Food Pantry Has Outpouring of Alumni Support - The New Journal and Guide
By Rosaland Tyler Associate Editor New Journal and Guide It’s not too late to donate food and other items to Norfolk State University’s Spartan Pantry, which received more than 7,000 items during its annual MLK national day of service pantry drive, which was held Jan.17-Jan. 31. Alumni provided at
Read more
Source: The New Journal and Guide
Music Superstar Pharrell Williams Keynotes NSU’s Commencement - The New Journal and Guide
By Randy Singleton Community Correspondent New Journal and Guide NORFOLK Grammy-winning producer and Oscar-nominated songwriter Pharrell Williams was the keynote speaker at NSU’s December commencement on Saturday (Dec 11) at Joseph G. Echols Memorial Hall. Williams organized the “Elephant in the
Read more
Source: The New Journal and Guide
Beyoncé and Jay-Z Announce the About Love Scholarship to Benefit HBCUs in Partnership With Tiffany and Co. • EBONY
Beyoncé and Jay-Z have announced the launch of Tiffany & Co. About Love Scholarship program in partnership with BeyGOOD and the Shawn Carter Foundation, according to a press release obtained by EBONY. As part of the campaign announcement, “Tiffany & Co. pledged $2 million in scholarship funding for
Read more
Source: https://www.ebony.com
Kamala Harris advocates for HBCU investment during Hampton University visit
“HBCUs are not only competing but they’re leading,” Vice President Kamala Harris said during a visit to Hampton University on The post Kamala Harris advocates for HBCU investment during Hampton University visit appeared first on TheGrio.
Read more
Source: theGrio
Beyoncé and Jay-Z Partner with Tiffany & Co. to Create the About Love Scholarship Program for Students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities - Houston Forward Times
Following the launch of the ABOUT LOVE campaign starring The Carters, Tiffany
Read more
Source: Houston Forward Times - Reporting The Truth | Affecting Change | Moving Forward
Jay-Z and Beyonce donate to Kwame Nkrumah's alma mater, Lincoln University
Jay-Z and Beyonce are giving back again via their philanthropic initiatives—BeyGOOD and the Shawn Carter Foundation. They are partnering with Tiffany and Co. to launch a new scholarship for students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The scholarship program, called
Read more
Source: Face2Face Africa - The Premier Pan-African Voice
The HBCU Fashion Rankings
Courtesy of HBCU Drip, Every week we are going to be highlighting five individuals with the hardest drip on campus. Those people will serve as a “representative” for their institution and that will dictate the school’s place in the HBCU Fashion rankings.
Read more
Source: Black America Web
Candidates For Governor Running Close Race To Nov. 2 Election - The New Journal and Guide
By Leonard E. Colvin
Read more
Source: The New Journal and Guide
Pharrell to college grads: ‘We are the emerging majority’
Grammy-winning musician Pharrell Williams on Saturday told the newest graduates of a historically Black university in Virginia to act like The post Pharrell to college grads: ‘We are the emerging majority’ appeared first on TheGrio.
Read more
Source: theGrio
Howard University Opts for ‘Hybrid’ Homecoming in Light of COVID-19
As historically black college and universities (HBCUs) across the country continue to cancel their homecoming celebrations,Howard Universityhas opted for a hybrid model,per HBCU Gameday. President of Howard UniversityDr. Wayne A. I.Fredericksaystailgate parties and yard fest, as well as other
Read more
Source: Black News Channel - Truth Illuminated
Birthplace of Dr. Hugo Owens Is Dedicated In Chesapeake - The New Journal and Guide
CHESAPEAKE
Read more
Source: The New Journal and Guide
How Black Men Are Making Their Mark in STEM    | Chicago Defender
Stock photo by Pexels It was estimated by the United States Department of Labor Statistics in 2019, that close to 10,000 jobs were available in the science, technology, engineering and math fields. Careers in STEM, while lucrative, are rarely afforded to people of color. African Americans make up
Read more
Source: Chicago Defender
Asm. Gipson Demands Probe Into Bomb Threat at California’s Only HBCU Charlene Muhammad | California Black Media - L.A. Focus News
Charlene Muhammad | California Black Media  Following a racist bomb threat Jan. 11 that disrupted operations and terrified students, faculty and staff at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) in Los Angeles, Assemblymember Mike A. Gipson (D-Carson) is calling on state and federal
Read more
Source: Home - L.A. Focus News-0
Them That's Got Shall Get
By Dr. E. Faye Williams, TriceEdney Wire Recently, most of us have been consumed with conversations surrounding the budget plan that President Joe Biden campaigned on – “Build Back Better.” His is a much-needed plan that will cut taxes and lower costs for working families, create much needed
Read more
Source: Voice and Viewpoint – Voice and Viewpoint Newspaper
After 11 Years, A Top HBCU Publication is Expanding its Scope
For 11 years, Jarrett Carter Sr. has been synonymous with historically Black colleges and universities. As founding editor of the HBCU Digest, he has produced nonstop coverage of some of the nation's most storied higher education institutions. On September 1, that will change.
Read more
Source: The Plug
In Memoriam: DR. VIVIAN A. ANDERSON | 1947-2021 - The New Journal and Guide
Dr. Vivian Anderson was a child of God, never ashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ. I could talk about her many accomplishments and education; she graduated from American College of Theology Master of Divinity (M.Div.). Ph.D Norfolk State University and the American Integrated Medical Association
Read more
Source: The New Journal and Guide
More from The New Journal and Guide
NSU Surprises Commencement Speaker Missy Elliott
Free Live Sex Cams - Live Sex Chat and XXX Live Porn Shows
Brittney: Home For the Holidays
Governor Sets Date For Special Election To Replace McEachin
The New Journal Guide’s New IMPACT POETRY OPEN MIC
Ford Tech Spotlight: Interview with HBCU Hampton Grad Telisha Everett
Community Happenings: Vol. 122, No. 50, Dec 22 – Dec 28, 2022
Columnist Naomi to Single Women: “All Men Jive Women”
JESUS GIVES US ETERNAL LIFE
Biden Issuing Full Pardons for Federal Marijuana Possession Convictions
HU Gives Class of 2026 An Early Gift
NSU Inducts 32 Into Its Emerald Society
New Director Of Virginia Symphony Makes Local & National History
Cherished New Year’s Traditions That Live On
“All-In” Plan Would Reduce Homelessness Nationally
Claudine Gay Named President of Harvard – First Black Woman to Serve
“Cruel and Dangerous”— Migrants Bused To VP Harris’ DC Home
NAOMI TO MARRIED WOMEN: “BE GRATEFUL AND DON’T EXPECT TOO MUCH”
McClellan Expected To Head To US Congress; Rouse To State Seat
Statue Will Memorialize Legacy Of Henrietta Lacks
Rev. Barber To Head New Yale Center On Faith And Justice
Exhibition & Programming On Racist Housing Practices Now At MOCA Through February
Glaucoma Awareness Program At Slover Library, January 28
Newly Minted Virginia Beach City Council Sworn-In
NSU At The Rose Bowl
Portsmouth Fires Its Most Recent City Manager
Part I: Honoring the Norfolk 17 and commemorating the end of the Massive Resistance.
MLK EVENTS IN HAMPTON ROADS
California County Pays Family $20 M For Land It Seized 100 Years Ago
After King: Where Civil Rights Movement Shifted
Part 2: Book To Be Released On Norfolk 17’s Andrew Heidelberg
State Approves Design of Barbara Johns Statue To Replace Lee’s At U.S. Capitol – The New Journal and Guide
The King Holiday Reflects Our Resilience
Stephen Jenkins Sworn-In as the New Portsmouth Police Chief
What Will Mayor Bass Do About Motorist Death After Police Tasing – The New Journal and Guide
Obituary: Bishop Levi E. Willis II, 69 Reflections of A Consecrated Life
House Dems File More Than Dozen Gun Reform Bills
Why King’s Legacy Must Be Highlighted All Year
Area Saddened By Passings Of 2 Iconic Faith Leaders
Norfolk Honors Dr. King
Rivers Casino Portsmouth Is Now Open; State’s First Full-Service Permanent Casino
Community Happenings: Vol. 123, No. 4, Jan 26 – Feb 2, 2023
Police Recruiting HBCU Grads; But Will That Reduce Incidents?
Ernie Fears: Remembered For Dedication To Band Excellence
After 88 Years, NCNW Changes Governance Structure; Combines President/CEO Offices
Cancer Bill Introduced In Virginia Chamber By McEachin’s Friend
Resisting Slavery And Efforts To Sustain It
Resistance: The Black Press Ida B. Wells-Barnett, Journalist, Publisher and Activist
Memphis and Racism in Policing
Area Clergy Announce Support For Williams Graves’ Candidacy

Sports Facts

Cuisine Facts

Selma - The Bridget to the Ballot - Movie

Recent Facts

The Speech that Made Obama President