Spelman College Receives Historic $100 Million Donation, the Largest Ever for an HBCU
This generous contribution coincides with Spelman College celebrating its 100th naming anniversary! ABC News reports that Spelman College, a historically Black women’s liberal arts college in Atlanta, has received a groundbreaking $100 million donation, marking the largest single contribution ever made to any Historically Black College or University (HBCU). The historic donation comes from businesswoman […]
9 Months After Being Unjustly Shot, Teen Ralph Yarl Earns All-State Band Slot
Ralph Yarl is getting his life back. The 17-year-old high school student is recovering since getting shot after showing up at the wrong address to pick up his siblings. He was allegedly shot by 85-year-old Andrew Lester in the head and arm. Lester is now facing first-degree assault and armed criminal action charges for his alleged […]
Celebrating the Sisterhood of Delta Sigma Theta!
We honor the vision, resilience, and impactful contributions of the sorority’s founders and members. As Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. commemorates its Founders’ Day, it is fitting to recognize the outstanding contributions of some of its distinguished members. Here, we shine a spotlight on five remarkable women who have not only excelled in their respective […]
Racquel Oden Makes History as the Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s First Female Board Chair
She is the first woman to hold this position in the organization’s 37-year history. As the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) ushers in 2024, it embraces a groundbreaking shift in its leadership, with Racquel Oden assuming the role of Board Chair, the organization announced in a press release. This historic moment signifies a significant step […]
101-Year-Old Sarah Simpkins Set to Graduate College Alongside Granddaughter in 2024
Sarah Simkins is getting her college degree at age 101. According to WTOK News, the grandmother is studying early childhood education at Brightpoint Community College in Chester, Virginia. Simpkins is able to study at the college due to Virginia’s Senior Citizens Higher Education Act of 1974, which allows senior citizens to enroll in higher education […]
6 Trailblazing Achievements You Didn’t Know About Harvard’s First Black President
Becoming the first Black president of Harvard University is just one bullet on a great resume! The achievements of Harvard University’s first Black president, Claudine Gay, captivate and inspire. Beyond the halls of Harvard, Dr. Gay has forged a path marked by scholarly distinction and a commitment to addressing societal challenges. Here are six remarkable […]
6-Year-Old Chandler Hughes Becomes One of the Youngest Members of Mensa
Can you say baby genius? Chandler Hughes is a child prodigy and, at six-years-old, is now one of the youngest members of Mensa, the largest and oldest high-IQ society in the world. Mensa is a non-profit organization that is open to people who score at the 98th percentile or higher on a standardized, supervised IQ […]
Atiba Edwards Makes History as First Black Man to Lead Brooklyn Children’s Museum in Its 125-Year History
Atiba Edwards is making history! Edwards recently became the first Black man to lead Brooklyn Children’s Museum (BCM) in its 125-year history. On Wednesday, Dec. 6, it was announced that he would become BCM’s new president and chief executive officer, after serving as chief operating officer and executive vice president since 2019. “This institution holds […]
Hampton Wins First-Ever HBCU Financial Literacy Bowl
Hampton University has won the first-of-its-kind HBCU Financial Literacy Bowl! The Financial Literacy Bowl is a two-phased competition that trains college leaders to teach their peers about personal finance. The first round of the Society for Financial Education and Professional Development’s (SFEPD) inaugural HBCU Financial Literacy Bowl was held virtually. The top three HBCU teams […]
6-Year-Old New Jersey Kindergartner Is the Newest Young Genius in Mensa
Her IQ is on the same level as Albert Einstein’s! Declan Lopez is a 6-year-old from New Jersey. Despite only being in kindergarten, her intelligence is light years ahead, with Declan recently becoming the newest member of Mensa, Black Enterprise reports. A global high IQ society founded in 1946, Mensa brings together the world’s brightest […]