As DEI faces a continuous wave of challenges, the event presents sessions on latest developments for CDOs and a special salute to leading champions of inclusion NEW YORK, June 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — BLACK ENTERPRISE, the No. 1 Black digital media brand, will host its second annual Chief Diversity Officer Summit & Honors Tuesday, June… Continue reading BLACK ENTERPRISE Presents 2nd Annual Chief Diversity Officer Summit & Honors on June 11
Category: Awards/Honors
Voorhees University To Induct Basketball Head Coach Shawn Walker To Athletics Hall of Fame
Voorhees University has announced that former basketball head coach, Shawn Walker will be inducted into this year’s Voorhees University Athletics Hall of Fame. The coach, who is currently leading the men’s basketball team at Allen University started his coaching career at Voorhees back in 1997. The school acknowledged his achievement with a recent social media… Continue reading Voorhees University To Induct Basketball Head Coach Shawn Walker To Athletics Hall of Fame
Caribbean Elite Group Announces Nominees for Caribbean Music Awards
SECOND ANNUAL CARIBBEAN MUSIC AWARDS ANNOUNCED FOR AUGUST 29TH IN BROOKLYN, NEW YORK OVER 150 NOMINEES AND OVER 40 CATEGORIES CELEBRATING THE BEST IN CARIBBEAN MUSIC UNVEILED TICKETS ON SALE NOW AT CARIBMUSICAWARDS.COM #CaribMusicAwards #CaribMA New York, NY (May 28, 2024) Prepare for the most diverse music event of the year as Caribbean Elite Group proudly… Continue reading Caribbean Elite Group Announces Nominees for Caribbean Music Awards
Michael Mauldin Launches the Imperial Crown of Excellence (ICE) Medal of Honor
On June 2, Michael Mauldin, who is the co-founder of the Black American Music Association (BAMA), will launch the Imperial Crown of Excellence (ICE) Medal of Honor. The ceremony will occur on Sunday, June 2, 2024 in Atlanta, GA as the country celebrates 100 years of the art form of Black American music this year.… Continue reading Michael Mauldin Launches the Imperial Crown of Excellence (ICE) Medal of Honor
CJ McCollum Awarded NBA J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award
The NBA has announced that New Orleans Pelicans guard CJ McCollum is this year’s recipient of the 2023-24 J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award. McCollum, an 11-year veteran, was selected by the Professional Basketball Writers Association (PBWA). This honor is awarded to a player, coach, or athletic trainer who has given outstanding service and dedication to… Continue reading CJ McCollum Awarded NBA J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award
Karl-Anthony Towns Awarded Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award
The NBA has announced this season’s Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award winner and that it is Minnesota Timberwolves center-forward Karl-Anthony Towns. The award is given to the basketball player dedicated to pursuing social justice and living up to NBA legend, Abdul-Jabbar’s and the league’s vision of equality, respect, and inclusion. Towns emerged as the… Continue reading Karl-Anthony Towns Awarded Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award
Victor Wembanyama Becomes First French Player To Be Named NBA Rookie of the Year
San Antonio Spurs first-year player, Victor Wembanyama was named this season’s NBA Rookie of the Year. The NBA announced that Wemby was a unanimous choice to receive the Wilt Chamberlain Trophy as the 2023-24 Kia NBA Rookie of the Year. In a landslide vote, every person on the media panel gave the Spurs rookie a… Continue reading Victor Wembanyama Becomes First French Player To Be Named NBA Rookie of the Year
Reggie Bush Gets Heisman Trophy Reinstated
Former NFL running back Reggie Bush won the Heisman Trophy while attending USC (University of Southern California) in 2005. He relinquished the honor in 2010 after NCAA officials discovered he accepted improper benefits. After fighting for years to get the trophy back, the NCAA reinstated the honor on April 24. According to the Los Angeles… Continue reading Reggie Bush Gets Heisman Trophy Reinstated
After Snub, Eric B. & Rakim Congratulates 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees
With more hip-hop artists finally receiving recognition for their contributions to music, including the inclusion of A Tribe Called Quest’s induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year, Eric B. and Rakim have given their blessings and look forward to their turn in the hopefully near future. According to TMZ, after missing… Continue reading After Snub, Eric B. & Rakim Congratulates 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees
The Notorious B.I.G.’s ‘Ready To Die’ And Doug E. Fresh And Slick Rick’s ‘La-Di-Da-Di’ Inducted Into The National Recording Registry
Two hip-hop songs from New York City legendary recording artists have been entered into the National Recording Registry. The Library of Congress has announced the 25 sound recordings inducted into the 2024 National Recording Registry. Along with several recognizable songs from various artists, Doug E. Fresh and Slick Rick’s classic song, “La-Di-Da-Di” which was released… Continue reading The Notorious B.I.G.’s ‘Ready To Die’ And Doug E. Fresh And Slick Rick’s ‘La-Di-Da-Di’ Inducted Into The National Recording Registry
WEMADE Celebrates Women’s History Month With 2nd Annual Honors Brunch
Swank PR and Westside Cultural Alliance hosted their 2nd Annual WEMADE: Honors Brunch at The Garfield Park Conservatory concluding Women’s History Month (Photo by K-Rod Visuals) WEMADE Made Maven Honorees, Founder and Owner of Soule’ Chicago, Bridgette Flag and Executive Director of “The Camp,” Monica Brown. On March 29th, Swank PR and Westside Cultural… Continue reading WEMADE Celebrates Women’s History Month With 2nd Annual Honors Brunch
Philadelphia To Honor Frankie Beverly With Street Renaming on May 18, 2024
Philadelphia Honoring Legendary Hitmaker Frankie Beverly With Street Renaming Ceremony In May This spring, the City of Philadelphia will honor the legacy of Frankie Beverly, who began his decades long musical journey with the Butlers, then Raw Soul, the latter would become Frankie Beverly and Maze. The celebration will be in the form of a street renaming ceremony – a presentation of Councilperson… Continue reading Philadelphia To Honor Frankie Beverly With Street Renaming on May 18, 2024
President Biden Honors Hip-Hop Legends, KRS-One And Kurtis Blow With Lifetime Achievement Awards
President Biden recently awarded two hip-hop legends with Lifetime Achievement Awards according to AllHipHop.com. New York City hip-hop luminaries, KRS-One and Kurtis Blow were acknowledged by the president at the National Hip-Hop Museum in Washington DC on April 4. The ceremony also honored other hip-hop legends who contributed to the genre before it exploded worldwide.… Continue reading President Biden Honors Hip-Hop Legends, KRS-One And Kurtis Blow With Lifetime Achievement Awards
Anthony Anderson Returns As Host of Keepers of the Dream Awards on April 10, 2024
REV. AL SHARPTON TAPS ANTHONY ANDERSON TO HOST THIS YEAR’S KEEPERS OF THE DREAM AWARDS HONORING EGOT-WINNER WHOOPI GOLDBERG, ESSENCE’S CAROLINE WANGA, BLACKROCK’S MICHELLE GADSDEN-WILLIAMS, AND MONTEFIORE EINSTEIN’S DR. PHILLIP OZUAH Marquee Event of 2024 NAN Annual Convention Recognizes Cultural, Business, and Health Leaders Who Use Their Platform to Advance Dr. King’s Dream of a… Continue reading Anthony Anderson Returns As Host of Keepers of the Dream Awards on April 10, 2024
‘It Is What It Is’ Nominated For Best Sports Podcast For the 28th Annual Webby Awards
“It Is What It Is” Nominated For Best Sports Podcast In the 28th Annual Webby Awards Fans Can Vote Online to Help “It Is What It Is” Win Internet’s Top Honor: vote.webbyawards.com [Las Vegas, NV] — [April 3, 2024] – The sports show “It Is What It Is” with Cam’ron Giles, Mason “Ma$e” Betha,… Continue reading ‘It Is What It Is’ Nominated For Best Sports Podcast For the 28th Annual Webby Awards