Across the nation, HBCU commencement speakers like LeVar Burton, Don Scott, Cornel West, and Fawn Weaver delivered powerful messages of...
Virginia Union University hosted a powerful summit that brought together over 250 educators to tackle systemic inequities and the ongoing erosion of diversity efforts in education,...
Norfolk State University will welcome Emmy-winning actress and activist Sheryl Lee Ralph as the special guest for its May 10, 2025 Commencement, celebrating over 600 graduates...
At the 2025 White House Correspondents’ Dinner, April Ryan was celebrated as the longest-serving Black White House correspondent, highlighting the enduring impact of Black journalists on...
Norfolk State University has broken ground on a $118M Science Building set to redefine STEM education with advanced labs, collaboration spaces, and a planetarium, opening Fall...
Virginia Union University has launched the first doula certification program at an HBCU, targeting racial disparities in maternal health and empowering communities through culturally competent care....
Norfolk State University's revival of The Brothers Size masterfully reimagines Tarell Alvin McCraney’s powerful story of brotherhood and struggle, with director Anthony Stockard guiding a fresh...
The 8th Annual UNCF Hampton Roads Mayors’ Masked Ball gathered nearly 500 guests in Newport News to support higher education for students. With local mayors, top...
Norfolk State University dominated the 2025 MEAC Tournament, claiming both the men’s and women’s basketball championships. The men edged out South Carolina State 66-65, while the...
By Randy Singleton Community Affairs Correspondent Norfolk, VA The Norfolk State men and women’s basketball teams won the MEAC hoops titles at the Scope arena this...