Deidré A. Keller, the ex-college law dean at Florida A&M University who abruptly resigned on over a week ago, cited ‘abusive treatment’ as the reason behind her resignation.
In an emailed letter to Allyson Watson, FAMU’s Provost and Vice President ...
Posted Monday, February 12th 2024 at 10:37AM
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JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Jackson State University’s world-famous band had the performance of dreams Sunday night.
Just days after marching Drake out during his tour in Tampa Bay, Florida, in front of 17,000 fans, the JSU’s Sonic Boom of the South p ...
Posted Sunday, February 11th 2024 at 10:15PM
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Computer science students at Florida Memorial University — South Florida’s only Historically Black University or College (HBCU) — use outdated and basic Dell computers to learn about artificial intelligence (AI).
Meanwhile, other students nearby a ...
Posted Friday, February 9th 2024 at 1:26PM
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National Signing Day has come and gone, which means HBCU football programs hope they have their stars of the future.
The only thing left to do now is to get out on the field and see who is going in the right direction.
Here are the five best si ...
Posted Friday, February 9th 2024 at 12:27PM
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ORANGEBURG, SC – South Carolina State is mourning the passing of Hall of Fame running back Michael Hicks, who died Friday at the Thomaston (Ga.) Medical Center. Funeral arrangements, which are being managed by Trice Funeral Home of Thomaston, are sti ...
Posted Friday, February 9th 2024 at 10:33AM
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GREENSBORO — NaTasha Yvette Williams got her Grammy Sunday.
She did not cross the stage live on television, as her category for Sunday’s 66th Grammy Awards was given out before the broadcast portion, but an earlier snippet of her walking the red c ...
Posted Tuesday, February 6th 2024 at 3:45PM
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JAY Z—WHO RECEIVED THE GLOBAL IMPACT AWARD—CALLED OUT THE RECORDING ACADEMY, SAYING THAT HIS WIFE, BEYONCÉ, “HAS MORE GRAMMYS THAN EVERYONE AND NEVER WON ALBUM OF THE YEAR.”
Hailed as “music’s biggest night,” the 66th Grammy Awards was truly one t ...
Posted Tuesday, February 6th 2024 at 3:33PM
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The Harpeth Hall, a vibrant school community committed to inclusive excellence, seeks a passionate Middle School Science Teacher to join our team in Nashville, TN.
Are you a dynamic and creative educator with a fire for science and a dedication to ...
Posted Tuesday, February 6th 2024 at 12:43PM
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EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (Jan. 16, 2024) – As students are welcomed to campus for the first day of the spring 2024 semester, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is excited to announce the next installment of the Harold L. Martin S ...
Posted Monday, February 5th 2024 at 5:04PM
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He’s back at it again!
In an initiative to address the challenges faced by historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and other Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), the Student Freedom Initiative (SFI) has joined forces with the Steinbr ...
Posted Monday, February 5th 2024 at 5:02PM
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Meet Danae Daniels, a senior Broadcast Journalism student at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU), originally from the vibrant city of Boston, Massachusetts. Danae's journey at FAMU is a testament to her pursuit of excellence in broa ...
Posted Monday, February 5th 2024 at 4:48PM
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They’re continuing the work of their esteemed organizations!
As Black History Month begins, Bronzeville Classical Elementary School in Chicago is fostering empowerment through education with its second annual Black Greek Read Aloud Day. The event, ...
Posted Monday, February 5th 2024 at 3:05PM
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Bessie Stringfield. If the name doesn’t ring a bell, it should. Stringfield is the epitome of #BlackGirlMagic – and she made her mark in the 1930s. Alone. On a Harley-Davidson. In the Jim Crow Era. Here are five things to know about historic motorcyc ...
Posted Monday, February 5th 2024 at 2:35PM
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Spike Lee has joined forces with Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD to provide an opportunity for students aspiring to enter the film industry, the historically Black university announced. In a collaboration, Lee’s production company, 40 Acres ...
Posted Monday, February 5th 2024 at 2:09PM
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Two Morehouse college graduates have secured an investment for their golf apparel company taking the market by storm.
As AFROTECH previously mentioned, Olajuwon Ajanaku and Earl Cooper are the brains behind Eastside Golf. The duo created the brand i ...
Posted Monday, February 5th 2024 at 2:04PM
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Thanks to the support of the Jackson State community, Terrion Mayo, a member of the Sonic Boom of the South, is able to continue to pursue education.
The Jackson State community came together to support Terrion Mayo, a member of Sonic Boom of the ...
Posted Monday, February 5th 2024 at 10:04AM
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As we celebrate Black History Month in 2024, join us in revisiting the remarkable moments that have shaped and influenced Black America over the last few years. While we can't capture every noteworthy event, this thoughtfully selected list highlights several impactful moments that left an indelible mark on our culture and community. ...
Posted Saturday, February 3rd 2024 at 9:43AM
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Valentine’s Day is almost here, making it the perfect time to celebrate love in all its forms. This year, why not make your expressions of affection even more meaningful by supporting Black-owned businesses?
We’re excited to present another curate ...
Posted Friday, February 2nd 2024 at 11:21AM
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NEW YORK — AT&T will be the presenting partner of the NBA HBCU Classic for the third consecutive year the NBA announced today. Classic participants Virginia Union University (VUU) and Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) from the Central I ...
Posted Friday, February 2nd 2024 at 10:38AM
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The Invesco QQQ Legacy Classic is an HBCU men's basketball showcase created by award-winning actor, producer and director Michael B. Jordan to showcase HBCU basketball.
This year's is Feb. 3 at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. It will broadca ...
Posted Friday, February 2nd 2024 at 10:35AM
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Dallas Cowboys safety Markquese Bell, a Florida A&M alum, has earned a special honor as the NFL's best player from historically Black colleges and universities.
The Dallas Cowboys' biggest stars have received plenty of recognition across the leagu ...
Posted Friday, February 2nd 2024 at 10:03AM
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The Biden-Harris Administration announced the approval of $4.9 billion in additional student loan debt relief for 73,600 borrowers. These discharges are the result of fixes made by the Administration to income-driven repayment (IDR) forgiveness and P ...
Posted Thursday, February 1st 2024 at 5:02PM
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The month-long commemoration created to reflect on the past, acknowledge the continued struggle for racial justice and draw inspiration from the achievements of African Americans begins on Thursday.
Black History Month, a federally recognized cel ...
Posted Thursday, February 1st 2024 at 4:08PM
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Meet Joy Watson, an outstanding graduate student at Virginia State University currently pursuing a Master of Science in Mathematics. Originally from Newburgh, NY, Joy's academic journey is exceptional, driven by her remarkable academic achievements a ...
Posted Thursday, February 1st 2024 at 12:21PM
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