
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!

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.

Trump Says He’s Considering Founding ‘New’ Historically Black College In Detroit
The man responsible for Trump University appears to not know that HBCUs are institutions of higher learning established before the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

#HOMEcoming: Beyoncé-Approved 'Homecoming' Watch Party Goes Viral
The coronavirus outbreak may have us stuck inside, but the BeyHive has turned to Beyoncé to unite us all.
Police Captain Who Called For A Beyoncé Boycott Now Says He's Black
Captain Javier Ortiz is alleged to have changed his race to obtain a promotion. The formerly white officer claims he has a newfound identity.

HBCUs Are The Gifts That Keep On Giving
News & Politics Editor Tanya A. Christian reflects on the time she first fell in love with Hampton University and the legacy of greatness HBCUs produce.

Bernie Sanders Unveils Substantive Plan To Support HBCUs
"Today, the need for HBCUs and the education they provide has never been greater." — Sen. Bernie Sanders

Why I Chose My HBCU: Love Letters To Our Institutions Of Higher Learning
As 2020 presidential candidates continue to discuss higher education on the campaign trail, read a few love letters to some of our beloved HBCUs.

How FAMU Influenced Monique Mitchell To Launch Her Own PR Agency
"I learned what it meant to be tenacious, ambitious, brilliant, personable, steadfast, resilient...all the tools that I’ve used to propel my dreams and talents forward," says Mitchell

Your Guide To Spot-On Gifts For Each Member Of The Divine Nine
From Alpha to Omega, these are the gifts they'll love for the holidays.

HBCU Alum, If You Love Homecoming This New Digital Series Is For You
"We Own Homecoming" will examine the history and legacies of HBCU's through the lens of homecomings.

Coalition Rallies To Demand $577 Million For Maryland HBCUs
Hundreds rallied in front of the Maryland State House on Wednesday in hopes of getting the governor to settle a 13-year-old lawsuit.

ESSENCE x Pepsi Honor Two History-Making Women at Norfolk State University
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22 Moments From Southern University Homecoming That Were Pure Vibes
Homecoming at Southern University and A&M College is a moment you don't want to miss.

HBCU Love: Nia Henry and Shakeel Luke's Love Story Began At Howard University
The soon-to-be-married couple told ESSENCE all about their HBCU love story.

13 Photos That Prove Going to SpelHouse Homecoming Is The Best Decision You'll Ever Make
Homecoming at Morehouse and Spelman college is a vibe and moment you don't want to miss.

The Best Fashion Moments At Spelhouse
Check out our favorite looks from the historic weekend.

ESSENCE x PEPSI Honor 2 Amazing Howard Women This Homecoming Season
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