The Washington Commanders are hosting a t-shirt design competition for their 4th annual HBCU-themed game, with submissions due by September 29 and the winner’s design to be featured in group ticketing packages and during their HBCU Game Night on December 1.
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Posted inWashington D.C. News
Entertainers, entrepreneurs and culinary artists highlight 15th annual D.C. State Fair
The 15th Annual D.C. State Fair featured musical performances, contests, food vendors, and a strong emphasis on D.C. statehood, with the goal of showcasing the unique people and things of the District of Columbia.
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Monumental to broadcast more HBCU football games, including Truth and Service Classic
Monumental Sports Network has partnered with HBCU Go to air 16 HBCU football games this season, including the Truth and Service Classic, and will offer streaming options for viewers with a paid television subscription.
Posted inNational News
Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice opens to public after years of renovation
The Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice, a new museum and education center in Durham, North Carolina, has opened to the public in honor of civil rights activist Pauli Murray, who fought for equality for all.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
PRESS ROOM: DC Circuit Court of Appeals to hear landmark case: Jenkins v. The Howard University
The DC Circuit Court of Appeals will hear arguments in the case of Jenkins v. The Howard University on Sept. 19, which alleges the university’s governance practices are illegal and breach its by-laws.
Posted inBaltimore News
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra to kick off Symphony in the City concert series at Morgan State University
The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra will host three free concerts as part of their Symphony in the City series, starting with a performance at Morgan State University on September 18, featuring Jonathon Heyward and James Lee III.
Posted inCollege
Howard dominates Morehouse in third straight HBCU NY Classic victory
The Howard Bison defeated the Morehouse Tigers 35-21 in the HBCU NY Classic, with the Bison dominating on special teams and in the run game, while the Tigers dropped to 0-3.
Posted inWord In Black
Deconstruction zones: Campus racial healing programs expand
Four colleges in New York, Ohio and Pennsylvania have opened Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation centers to provide students with a dedicated space to learn how to dismantle false beliefs about racial hierarchies.
Posted inAfro Briefs
PRESS ROOM: HBCU First LOOK Film Festival announces 2024 “I Aspire” 100 2nd Annual Festival returns to Howard University November 8-10, 2024
The second annual HBCU First LOOK Film Festival, celebrating the rich culture and diverse talent within the HBCU community, will take place on November 8-10, 2024, at Howard University in Washington, D.C., featuring panel discussions, masterclasses, film screenings, and interactive Career & Vendor Lounge.
Posted in2024 Elections
U.S. Senate candidate Angela Alsobrooks speaks to power of the vote at Morgan State
Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks spoke at Morgan State University to urge students, alumni, faculty and staff to exercise their right to vote and highlighted her platform of fighting for their future and ensuring economic opportunity, privacy and freedom.
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Coppin State University receives a grant to help increase study abroad opportunities for studentsÂ
Coppin State University has received a $34,992 grant from the U.S. Department of State to expand and diversify study abroad opportunities for students, including the creation of a study abroad office and a resource portal.
Posted inBaltimore News
‘History of a National Treasure: Morgan State University’ documentary highlights roots of historically Black institution in Baltimore
Morgan State University is sponsoring a national public media effort called HBCU Week NOW, featuring 30 hours of original programming dedicated to the history and culture of HBCUs in America, with a premiere of the film “History of A National Treasure: Morgan State University” at Maryland Public Television.
