Bill Unveiled to Establish Permanent Scholarship Programs at Select HBCUs
Congressman David Scott among those leading push for $100 million increase.
Gates Scholar Winner Akayla Brown is Bringing Her Talents to Howard University
The 18-year-old winner of over $2 million in scholarship awards, including the prestigious Gates Scholarship, announces her college choice in an exclusive Essence interview.
HBCU Love: ESSENCE CEO To Receive Honorary Doctorate From Texas College
Caroline Wanga is one of many trailblazers who graduated from an historically Black college and university
Maryland HBCUs Reach $577 Million Settlement with the State
The money will be distributed among four universities over the course of a decade.
Entrepreneur Spotlight: Keonia Rodgers Wants You To Boss Up!
This first generation, out-of-state college student refers to herself as an “empowerprenuer,” which is her unique spin on the classic terminology.
Diageo Donates $10 Million To More Than Two Dozen HBCUs Across The Country
The donation follows an influx of giving to the institutions following last summer’s racial justice protests for George Floyd and Breonna Taylor.
Spending Bill Gives Lift To HBCUs
Rollback on a 1994 crime bill era rule also makes way for incarcerated students to pay for their education.
Morris Brown College One Step Closer To Regaining Accreditation After Nearly 20 Years!
Morris Brown College was the first college for Black students in Georgia.
Mario Gives Us A Word About The Importance Of Black Men Supporting Black Women At All Times
During our ESSENCE x Pepsi She Got Now Virtual HBCU Homecoming event, the talented entertainer shared a message that was right on time.
Watch Jonathan McReynolds & DOE Serenade Our Souls With A Magical Performance
The talented pair blessed our ears with acoustic performances of "Cycles" & "Hey You" at the ESSENCE x Pepsi Virtual HBCU Homecoming celebration.
Keshia Knight Pulliam Invites Us Into Her Kitchen For The Ultimate Fried Chicken Recipe
The actress and bonafide entrepreneur had her spice line on deck as she showed us how she gets down in the kitchen.
A Love Letter To HBCUs
Students, alumni and faculty sound off with heartfelt messages about the HBCU experience at the ESSENCE x Pepsi She Got Now Virtual HBCU Homecoming experience.
Everything You Missed From Day 1 Of The Virtual ESSENCE x Pepsi HBCU Homecoming Celebration
performance from Monica, a love letter to our HBCUs, a candid conv with Mario and so much more made day 1 unforgettable!
ESSENCE Is Teaming Up With Pepsi To Bring You The Ultimate Virtual HBCU Homecoming Season Celebration
Grab your crew and tune in as we take HBCU Homecoming season virtual on Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25!
ESSENCE Is Teaming Up With Pepsi To Bring You The Ultimate Virtual HBCU Homecoming Season Celebration
Grab your crew and tune in as we take HBCU Homecoming season virtual on Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25!
The Godmother Of HBCUs: Rep. Alma Adams Is Protecting Our Schools
In an op-ed, she discusses why we must safeguard and cherish HBCUs.
Biden Proposes Free Tuition To HBCUs, Student Debt Cancellation For Alum
As part of Biden's Build Back Better plan, unemployment, homeownership, entrepreneurship and education takes center stage.
Former Wife Of Amazon Tycoon Showers HBCUs With Multi-Million Dollar Donations
MacKenzie Scott, formerly Bezos, publicized a list 0f 116 worthwhile institutions she's pouring her wealth into.