Category: Education

ESPN The Undefeated Names the Fourth Class of Six Rhoden Fellows

ESPN The Undefeated has announced six journalism and communications students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) who will participate in the fourth class of the Rhoden Fellowship – a one-year sports journalism internship program with The Undefeated that identifies and trains aspiring African American journalists. This Rhoden Fellowship class will begin Monday, August 24,… Continue reading ESPN The Undefeated Names the Fourth Class of Six Rhoden Fellows

Reebok and Khalid Form The Great Khalid Foundation to Mentor Aspiring Artists

In tandem with the launch of the Classic Leather Legacy, Reebok announces the “Write Your Legacy” contest in partnership with The Great Khalid Foundation. The winner of the contest will have the opportunity to be mentored in singing and songwriting by Khalid and his team. “The voices of young people need to be heard and… Continue reading Reebok and Khalid Form The Great Khalid Foundation to Mentor Aspiring Artists

Dallas Austin: ‘My Dream Was to Always Be as Great as Quincy Jones’

When you are a Grammy-award winning producer/songwriter/keyboardist/remixer and your credits include the likes of Michael Jackson, TLC, Monica, Madonna, Will Smith, Brandy, Rihanna, Kanye West, Gwen Stefani, and many others, you might be satisfied with these accomplishments. Not so. Dallas Austin wants more and has recently relaunched the label that allowed him to be successful… Continue reading Dallas Austin: ‘My Dream Was to Always Be as Great as Quincy Jones’

Roc Nation and Long Island University Collaborate to Form the Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment

Roc Nation, a preeminent global entertainment company, and Long Island University, a nationally ranked university, have engaged in a historic collaboration to form the Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment, enrolling students at LIU Brooklyn beginning fall 2021. The Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment will prepare students for a wide… Continue reading Roc Nation and Long Island University Collaborate to Form the Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment

Howard University Announces HBO’s $1 Million Gift for an Endowed Fellowship to Support Students Pursuing Entertainment Careers

HBO, a division of WarnerMedia, presented a $1 Million gift to Howard University to establish an endowed fund to benefit students pursuing careers in the arts and entertainment industries. HBO first announced the donation in conjunction with its upcoming HBO special event, BETWEEN THE WORLD AND ME, which is based on the #1 New York… Continue reading Howard University Announces HBO’s $1 Million Gift for an Endowed Fellowship to Support Students Pursuing Entertainment Careers

Sen. Tom Cotton Threatens Budget Cuts to Schools That Add New Curriculum on Slavery

MzHanaG Senator Tom Cotton was blasted on Monday after presenting legislation that would block the use of federal tax dollars to introduce a historical reinterpretation of the United States. He said the Founding Fathers viewed slavery to be a “necessary evil.” The Arkansas Republican threatened budget cuts to schools that add The New York Times’… Continue reading Sen. Tom Cotton Threatens Budget Cuts to Schools That Add New Curriculum on Slavery

Academic Research Moms Group Launches Scholarship Fund In Partnership with The HBCU Foundation & Meharry Medical College

A group of women scientists in medical research and academics aptly named Academic Research Moms, or “ARM”, decided to act in support of Black science and medical students by creating an ongoing fund jointly-managed by The HBCU Foundation and Meharry Medical College, that has already raised over $30,000 – earmarked to support graduate and postgraduate… Continue reading Academic Research Moms Group Launches Scholarship Fund In Partnership with The HBCU Foundation & Meharry Medical College

NICKELODEON’S NICK NEWS RETURNS WITH KIDS, RACE AND UNITY: A NICK NEWS SPECIAL

Nickelodeon’s heralded Nick News marks its return with a special hour-long presentation–Kids, Race and Unity: A Nick News Special, premiering Monday, June 29, at 7 p.m. (ET/PT).  Hosted by global superstar Alicia Keys, the program will amplify the voices and experiences of Black children across the country amid current events.  The special will feature the… Continue reading NICKELODEON’S NICK NEWS RETURNS WITH KIDS, RACE AND UNITY: A NICK NEWS SPECIAL

Howard University Men’s Basketball Set to Host Notre Dame on MLK Day 2021

Howard University Athletics announced the men’s basketball team is set to host the University of Notre Dame on Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day), scheduled for Monday, January 18, 2021 inside Burr Gymnasium. Tipoff and game broadcast details will be announced at a later date. The matchup features Notre Dame visiting an Historically Black… Continue reading Howard University Men’s Basketball Set to Host Notre Dame on MLK Day 2021

ASCAP Launches HBCU Internship Program

ASCAP, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, today announced the launch of a new paid internship program for students enrolled in historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in the U.S. This summer, the PRO will offer five HBCU students the opportunity to join ASCAP’s team to gain real-world experience in the music industry.… Continue reading ASCAP Launches HBCU Internship Program

5 Questions With… Cicero Leak

When you’ve represented the likes of Shark Tank’s Daymond John, SiriusXM’s Sway Calloway, Fonzworth Bentley, Grammy Award Winner Fantasia Barrino, and V-103’s Big Tigger, it’s safe to bet that you can successfully wade through the waters of the entertainment industry. Understanding the wave of that industry, Cicero Leak has decided to throw his oars into the sports… Continue reading 5 Questions With… Cicero Leak

Mitch Richmond and Chris Mullin Join UGAA to Help Launch STEM Educational eSport After-School Program

Universal Gamers Amateur Association (UGAA) is a leader in innovative, online education curriculum. The company combines STEM education programs with an eSport gaming component to fulfill a demand for unique, high-quality after-school programs that promote creativity, critical thinking, and other life skills. Founded by Patrick Kenny, Dejan Matic, Brian Kenny, and NBA Hall of Fame… Continue reading Mitch Richmond and Chris Mullin Join UGAA to Help Launch STEM Educational eSport After-School Program

Comcast Xfinity X1 and Flex Customers Can Now Access Black News Channel For Free

Black News Channel, America’s first and only African American-focused 24/7 news network, is now free through the end of the year to Xfinity X1 and Flex customers, giving even more Xfinity customers access to hundreds of hours of informative, educational, and empowering programming geared toward African American audiences.   X1 and Flex customers can simply… Continue reading Comcast Xfinity X1 and Flex Customers Can Now Access Black News Channel For Free

The T.D. Jakes Foundation And Partners Launch First Virtual STEAM Summer Academy

The T.D. Jakes Foundation, a global nonprofit that focuses on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) education, workforce preparedness and job training will host a first-of-its-kind virtual STEAM summer academy. STEAM Academy 2020 is a five-week summer program open to Dallas County students, ages five to 16, that aligns with separate efforts from Dallas… Continue reading The T.D. Jakes Foundation And Partners Launch First Virtual STEAM Summer Academy

Loni Love Set to Deliver Cass Tech High School Commencement Address

The first graduation speech from the Emmy & 2x NAACP Image Award Winning Talk Show Host (Detroit, MI) May 14, 2020 – Cass Technical High School, known as one of Detroit’s most prestigious and highest-performing schools, has confirmed Emmy & 2x NAACP Image Award winning talk show host and alumna Loni Love as the 2020 Virtual Commencement Speaker. At… Continue reading Loni Love Set to Deliver Cass Tech High School Commencement Address

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