Articles by: HBCU

News

Bennett College Takes Huge Step Towards Keeping Accreditation

On Monday, the president of Bennett college announced that the school raised $8.2 million, surpassing it's fundraising goal of $5 million.

News

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Is Gifting HBCUs $1.6M In Endowments During Black History Month

Presidents of 32 HBCUs will travel to Alpha Kappa Alpha headquarters next month to receive $50,000 for their respective institutions.

Culture · News

Brothers Jussie Smollett And Jake Smollett Join The Fight To Save All-Women's HBCU Bennett College

Described as "a safe space for Black women and others who embrace our mission," the historic university is in jeopardy of losing its' accreditation.

gift guide · Holidays · Lifestyle

7 Perfect Christmas Gifts For Your Friends & Family Who Went To An HBCU

An HBCU alum will love these gifts.

2019 ESSENCE Festival · Culture

The Bayou Classic Is Celebrating 45 Years Of HBCU Magic In New Orleans

Nobody celebrates Black culture over Thanksgiving weekend like the Grambling and Southern University rivalry.

Fashion

These Street Style Outfits Stormed The Yard At Howard’s Homecoming

Take a look at our street style gallery and let us know which look is your fave!

Celebrity

Phylicia Rashad Writes About Preserving The Spirit of Howard University

Like thousands of Americans this college homecoming season, I think back to a place I love – a place that shaped me as a young woman, a place whose spirit […]

Beauty

This 19-Year-Old College Student Signs Major Modeling Contract After Her Photo From Howard Homecoming Goes Viral

After being spotted at Howard University’s homecoming, the South Sudanese college sophomore is getting ready for her “dream” career.

News

HBCU Enrollment Numbers Continue To Grow Another Year

HBCU Enrollment Numbers Continue To Grow Another Year

Love & Sex

Two Couples Got Engaged Over Homecoming Weekend And It Was Peak #Black Love

Two Couples Got Engaged Over Homecoming Weekend And It Was Peak #Black Love

Lifestyle

2017 Howard Homecoming Certainly Was A Family Affair

2017 Howard Homecoming Certainly Was A Family Affair

Love & Sex

Bearded  Black Men Took Over The Yard During Howard Homecoming 2017 And It Was Everything

Bearded  Black Men Took Over The Yard During Howard Homecoming 2017 And It Was Everything

Culture

26 Photos That Showcase The Black Excellence At SpelHouse's 2017 Homecoming

26 Photos That Showcase The Black Excellence At SpelHouse's 2017 Homecoming

Lifestyle

These Ladies Served Ultimate Squad Goals At Howard Homecoming 2017

These Ladies Served Ultimate Squad Goals At Howard Homecoming 2017

Beauty

The Must-See Glam from Homecoming '17 Weekend 

We can't wait to try these looks! 

Celebrity · Culture

HBCU Love: 16 Celebrities Who Attended Howard University

HBCU Love: 16 Celebrities Who Attended Howard University

Culture · Lifestyle

7 Experiences Every Black Woman Should Have At An HBCU

Get the most out of your HBCU experience by adding these activities to your to-do list.

News

Black Students Say ‘Make America Great Again’ Girls Knew Howard University Was An HBCU  

And the plot thickens...

Culture

20 HBCU Graduates On Why They Attended Historically Black Schools

With HBCU enrollment on the rise, graduates from historically Black colleges and universities — from Howard University to Bethune-Cookman University — share their unique experiences while offering advice to incoming students.