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🚀 Empowering the Future: HBCUs Leading the Way 💥
Celebrating HBCU excellence, culture, and the leaders shaping our future this Black History Month!
👋🏾 Hey HBCU Fam!
We’re continuing the celebration of Black excellence all month long! Let’s honor the incredible moments that make our culture and legacy shine—from groundbreaking achievements in sports to innovations in education. Let’s dive into the stories and trailblazers making history today!
🤸🏾♀️ Morgan Price Makes HBCU Gymnastics History
Morgan Price just did the impossible! The Fisk University gymnast became the first HBCU gymnast to score a perfect 10 on bars at a tri-meet at Temple University. With a flawless routine and a jaw-dropping dismount, she etched her name in college gymnastics history.
🎾 Coco Gauff Drops $100K for HBCU Tennis
Coco Gauff is serving more than aces—she just donated $100K to UNCF for HBCU tennis scholarships! She’s making sure the next wave of Black tennis stars get the support they need on and off the court.
🥁 Honda Battle of the Bands 2025 Took Over LA!
HBOB kicked off Black History Month with epic HBCU performances at SoFi Stadium! From electrifying shows to a GloRilla set, the energy was unreal! Two Alabama schools secured $50K each! HBCU culture showed OUT in Cali, making history on the West Coast.
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🤖 HBCU Student is Changing the Game with AI
Tinashe Whata, a psychology student at Coppin State University, is shaking things up as a co-owner of Fetchit—an AI-powered student success tool that helps students stay on top of their academics while giving schools the tools to boost retention and graduation rates.
🌟 Why it’s inspiring: As an HBCU student, Tinashe knows the struggle of missing deadlines, feeling lost, and not knowing where to turn for help. Fetchit is here to change that by making academic support easier, smarter, and more accessible.
🗣️ His message: “Too many students struggle in silence. We’re making sure they get the support they need—exactly when they need it.”
💼 Internship Spotlight: Maximus 2025 Summer Internships
Maximus is looking for HBCU students ready to gain hands-on experience in business, tech, and public service. This paid summer internship is the perfect chance to level up your skills, build your network, and kickstart your career.
📅 Deadline: Rolling applications—apply ASAP!
🎓 Scholarship Opportunity: HBCU Week x NFL Scholarship
The HBCU Week x NFL Scholarship is here to support students pursuing their dreams in education and professional development. This scholarship is designed to uplift and empower HBCU students looking to make their mark in various industries.
📅 Deadline: Feb. 17, 2025
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🌟 Upcoming Event: 6th Annual Innovate the Future Business Pitch Competition
Get ready to pitch your big idea! The 6th Annual Innovate the Future Business Pitch Competition is your chance to showcase your entrepreneurial skills, win funding, and take your startup to the next level.
🗓️ When: Feb. 19, 2025 | 📍 Where: Virtual
✈️ Kamora Freeland, Youngest Black Female Licensed Pilot
At just 17, Kamora Freeland is already making history as the youngest Black female licensed pilot! A sophomore at Spelman College, Kamora is breaking down barriers and inspiring the next generation of young women of color in aviation.
🌟 Why it’s inspiring: Kamora proves that age is just a number when you're chasing your dreams and defying expectations.
🗣️ Her advice: “Don’t let anything hold you back—go after your dreams, no matter how big they are!”
🏀 HBCU Game Ends with Insane 3-Point Buzzer-Beater
This Norfolk State basketball game just went down in history with an epic 3-point buzzer-beater that had fans on their feet! The last-second shot sealed the win in an unforgettable finish securing a dramatic 81-78 win over North Carolina Central in front of a roaring crowd at Echols Hall.
🏆 Highlight: Brian Moore banked in a one-footed 3-pointer with .7 seconds left to give NSU the win over NCCU.
🗓️ Next Game: Feb. 15, 2025 | 4 PM EST
🎉 Networking Event: Isla HBCU Classic
Get ready for the Isla HBCU Classic, a unique event that brings together HBCU students, alumni, and supporters to celebrate culture, excellence, and community! This is your chance to network, connect, and experience the power of HBCU pride.
🗓️ When: Feb. 14-16, 2025 | 📍 Where: Wilberforce University
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As we wrap up this week’s edition, let’s keep celebrating the stories, achievements, and leaders who are shaping the future of our communities. Black History Month is all about reflection, celebration, and building the next chapter of excellence.
Catch you in the next edition,
Your HBCU Roundup Team ✌🏾
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