Category: Education

Georgia State University Offering Course That Will Analyze ‘Legal Life Of’ Rick Ross This Fall

A university in Georgia is prepping its students for a course that will study the career and business ventures of Florida-bred entertainer, Rick Ross. George State University recently announced that for this upcoming fall semester, there will be a class that will allow students to study the legal life of Florida-bred rapper and entrepreneur Rick… Continue reading Georgia State University Offering Course That Will Analyze ‘Legal Life Of’ Rick Ross This Fall

PepsiCo Announces Largest Southwestern Athletic Conference Partnership to Date

PepsiCo Announces Largest Southwestern Athletic Conference Partnership to Date in Expanded Deal, Doubling Its Investment to HBCUs Six-Year Title Sponsorship Reflects PepsiCo’s Increased Investment in Historically Black Colleges and Universities From Its Larger Portfolio of Brands Now Including Pepsi® Zero Sugar, Gatorade®, STARRY®, MTN DEW®, Doritos ®, Ruffles®, Tostitos® and Rockstar® Energy Drink  Purchase, NY… Continue reading PepsiCo Announces Largest Southwestern Athletic Conference Partnership to Date

Orange Blossom Classic Announces SNICKERS® as Official Candy Bar

The Orange Blossom Classic Committee is excited to announce its partnership with Mars Wrigley, by naming SNICKERS®, an official sponsor of the Orange Blossom Classic. The Orange Blossom Classic (OBC), an annual football game steeped in rich tradition, brings together historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to compete in a thrilling matchup. This year, under… Continue reading Orange Blossom Classic Announces SNICKERS® as Official Candy Bar

Morgan State’s Marching Band Performed for Juneteenth Concert at White House, Next Year, D-Day 80 Normandy Parade in France

Morgan State’s Marching Band Performed at Juneteenth Concert at White House Morgan State University’s marching band perfromed at the White House in Washington D.C. for a Juneteenth concert earlier this week. The band has also announced that it will also have the distinction of being the first HBCU marching band to showcase their talents at… Continue reading Morgan State’s Marching Band Performed for Juneteenth Concert at White House, Next Year, D-Day 80 Normandy Parade in France

Ja Morant’s Sister, Niya Commits to Play Basketball at Mississippi Valley State University

With all the controversy surrounding Memphis Grizzlies basketball player, Ja Morant, and his off-the-court issues, the family has some good news to help spread. Last week, Niya Morant, the younger sister of Ja posted to her Instagram account that she has decided to go play for an HBCU, Mississippi Valley State. She posted several photos… Continue reading Ja Morant’s Sister, Niya Commits to Play Basketball at Mississippi Valley State University

E-40 Receives Honorary Doctorate Degree From Grambling State University

E-40 Receives Honorary Doctorate Degree From Grambling State University Earl Stevens, otherwise known by his professional alias, E-40 was just bestowed with a great honor from the school he attended as a college student, Grambling State University. E-40 is now the owner of a diploma from the famed university. GSU President Rick Gallot presented E-40… Continue reading E-40 Receives Honorary Doctorate Degree From Grambling State University

Dennis Rodman’s Son, DJ Rodman Announces Transfer to USC, Joining LeBron James’ Son, Bronny on Basketball Team

The athletic genes that have emanated from the body of former Chicago Bulls and Detroit Pistons great, Dennis Rodman have been showing out as of late. His record-setting daughter, NSWL player Trinity Rodman is not the only offspring of the former rebounding menace who is making noise in the athletic world. His basketball-playing son, DJ… Continue reading Dennis Rodman’s Son, DJ Rodman Announces Transfer to USC, Joining LeBron James’ Son, Bronny on Basketball Team

Former NBA Champion Ray Allen Receives Bachelor’s Degree From UConn

NBA champion and Hall of Famer Ray Allen is the latest professional basketball player to earn a college degree after leaving school early to pursue a career in the sports world. According to CBS Sports, former Boston Celtics player, Ray Allen obtained his bachelor’s degree in general studies from the University of Connecticut (UConn) over… Continue reading Former NBA Champion Ray Allen Receives Bachelor’s Degree From UConn

Lil Durk Launches the Durk Banks Scholarship Fund at Howard University

Chicago-bred recording artist, Lil Durk is giving back to two Chicago students in a partnership with his charitable organization, Amazon and Howard University. According to Billboard,  the Chicago rapper has announced that he has launched the Durk Banks Scholarship Fund in conjunction with Amazon Music’s Rotation, and his non-profit organization, Neighborhood Heroes Foundation. Lil Durk… Continue reading Lil Durk Launches the Durk Banks Scholarship Fund at Howard University

Flavor Flav Donated Clock to Harvard University’s Hip-Hop Archive on Recent Visit

Flavor Flav Donated Clock to Harvard University Hip-Hop Archive on Recent Visit Public Enemy’s Flavor Flav reportedly donated some of his “time” to a prestigious learning institution earlier this week. According to The Harvard Gazette, the popular clock-wearing personality was at Harvard University this past Tuesday to appear on Poetry in America, a PBS companion… Continue reading Flavor Flav Donated Clock to Harvard University’s Hip-Hop Archive on Recent Visit

NCAA Faces Potential Billion Dollar Lawsuit Regarding Student-Athlete Compensation

The NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) is facing a lawsuit that could possibly set the organization back a billion dollars. According to USA Today, two former college students, one who played football and another who ran track, are the lead plaintiffs in a lawsuit that was recently filed against the governing body of about 1,100… Continue reading NCAA Faces Potential Billion Dollar Lawsuit Regarding Student-Athlete Compensation

The LeBron James Family Foundation Partners With Starbucks to Open Community Store Employing ‘I Promise’ Students and Families

Los Angeles Lakers’ frontman LeBron James continues to give back to the community in the city that birthed him. Earlier this month, the LeBron James Family Foundation (LJFF) announced that it has a partnership with the Starbucks Coffee Company. A facility is being opened that will be run by James’ I Promise students, teachers, parents,… Continue reading The LeBron James Family Foundation Partners With Starbucks to Open Community Store Employing ‘I Promise’ Students and Families

Rick Ross Contributes to $10K in Scholarships to Eight Students at His Alma Mater, Carol City Senior High School

Rick Ross Contributes to $10K in Scholarships to Eight Students at His Alma Mater, Carol City Senior High School Now we know the reason Rick Ross wasn’t rounding up his buffaloes on his property. He was at his former high school donating several thousand of dollars to eight Miami students. According to Billboard, the buffalo… Continue reading Rick Ross Contributes to $10K in Scholarships to Eight Students at His Alma Mater, Carol City Senior High School

2 Chainz to Headline 2023 Honda Battle of the Bands Halftime Show

Multi-platinum, Grammy Award®-winning hip hop artist 2 Chainz will perform at the 2023 Honda Battle of the Bands (HBOB), February 18, 2023, at Alabama State University.

Multi-platinum, Grammy Award®-winning hip hop artist 2 Chainz will perform at the 2023 Honda Battle of the Bands (HBOB), February 18, 2023 at Alabama State University (ASU), the first time the nation’s premier showcase for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) marching bands and dance teams has been held on an HBCU campus. As one… Continue reading 2 Chainz to Headline 2023 Honda Battle of the Bands Halftime Show

Bowie State University Receives $500K Donation from the Kevin Durant Family Foundation

Brooklyn Nets basketball player, Kevin Durant, who grew up in Maryland has made a substantial donation to Bowie State University, which is based in his hometown of Prince George’s County. Bowie State University announced that the NBA champion, along with his non-profit organization, the Durant Family Foundation will contribute $500,000 to the Bowie State University… Continue reading Bowie State University Receives $500K Donation from the Kevin Durant Family Foundation

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