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- 💪🏾 HBCU Strength: Remembering, Reforming & Rising! 🚀
💪🏾 HBCU Strength: Remembering, Reforming & Rising! 🚀
From a music icon’s lasting legacy to David Banner’s powerful words—plus how HBCUs are using funding to uplift communities!
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This week, we’re celebrating progress, honoring legacies, and highlighting the power of HBCUs in shaping the future. From groundbreaking initiatives in sports and politics to investments that strengthen our communities, this edition is packed with stories that inspire. We also take a moment to remember and pay tribute to those who have left an enduring impact. Let’s dive into the latest in HBCU excellence.
🎶 R&B Singer’s Sudden Passing Shocks HBCU Community
Tragedy struck on the way to the CIAA Tournament as a beloved R&B singer passed away unexpectedly. As fans and the HBCU community mourn, their legacy in music and culture continues to shine.
🕊️ Omega Psi Phi Addresses Hazing Tragedy
After the heartbreaking loss of an HBCU scholar due to a hazing ritual at Southern University, Omega Psi Phi has finally spoken out. With growing calls for accountability, the conversation around hazing culture and student safety is louder than ever.
🎬 "Our Blues Make Us Gold" Spotlights HBCU Excellence
A powerful new film, Our Blues Make Us Gold, is celebrating the resilience, culture, and brilliance of HBCUs. From history to impact, this must-watch documentary is a love letter to the legacy of Black excellence.
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🌍 HBCUs Using Federal Funding to Bridge Communities
HBCUs are putting federal funding to powerful use—expanding digital access, upgrading campus technology, and strengthening community connections. From high-speed internet initiatives to cutting-edge research investments, these institutions are making big moves for students and beyond.
✨ Why It Matters: More than just campus upgrades—this funding is helping to close the digital divide and ensure that HBCU students and surrounding communities have the tools they need to succeed in today’s tech-driven world.
💼 Internship Spotlight: Safety & Justice Internship (Spring 2025)
The Safety & Justice Internship with LISC offers hands-on experience in social impact work, policy research, and advocacy. Gain valuable insights while making a real difference!
📅 Deadline: Rolling Applications
🎓 Scholarship Opportunity: ETS Presidential Scholarship for HBCU Students
The ETS Presidential Scholarship is designed to support outstanding students at HBCUs who are making a difference in their communities. If you're passionate about education, leadership, and driving change, don’t miss this chance to secure funding for your academic journey.
📅 Deadline: March 17, 2025
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🌟 Upcoming Event: Strada HBCU Leadership Summit
The Strada HBCU Leadership Summit & Career Expo is bringing together top leaders, recruiters, and changemakers for an unforgettable weekend in Dallas. Don't miss this chance to expand your network and unlock new opportunities!
🗓️ When: March 28-30, 2025 | 📍 Where: Wiley University
🎤 David Banner Drops Gems on Leadership & HBCUs
David Banner is using his platform to uplift HBCUs and inspire the next generation of leaders. Speaking at an Atlanta Hawks event, the rapper, activist, and entrepreneur delivered a powerful message on leadership, empowerment, and the importance of HBCUs in shaping the future.
🌟 Why it’s impactful: Banner’s words remind us that HBCUs are not just institutions—they are incubators for Black excellence, innovation, and change.
🗣️ His message: “True leadership starts with self-empowerment. Know your worth, build your community, and never let anyone define your limits.”
🏀 Howard Women’s Basketball Secures Game-Changing NIL Deal!
Howard University is making history with a groundbreaking NIL initiative designed to empower women’s basketball players. This game-changing move will provide financial opportunities and elevate HBCU athletes in the ever-evolving world of college sports.
🏆 Highlight: A major win for HBCU women’s athletics, ensuring players get the recognition—and compensation—they deserve!
🫱🏽🫲🏾 Volunteer Opportunity: HBCU Ambassador Lead
The American Red Cross HBCU Ambassador Lead role is your chance to represent your school while supporting vital humanitarian efforts. Join a network of student leaders creating real impact!
📍 Where: Virtual & On-Campus
📅 Deadline to Apply: Rolling
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As we close out this edition, let’s carry forward the lessons of resilience, leadership, and community. Whether it’s through breaking barriers, supporting one another, or honoring the past, HBCUs continue to make an impact. Keep striving, keep uplifting, and keep showing the world what Black excellence looks like.
Catch you in the next edition,
Your HBCU Roundup Team ✌🏾
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