Dylan Beard, a Baltimore native, has made a name for himself in the track world, winning the 60-meter hurdle race at the 2024 Millrose Games and recently appearing on the “Today” show, while working at Walmart and pursuing his dream of competing in the Paris Olympics.
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The AFRO endorses Harris, Alsobrooks ahead of Election Day 2024
These two women have consistently demonstrated their dedication not only to the Black community but to all constituents, regardless of their leadership roles. Harris announced her candidacy for the presidency on July 27. A Howard University alumna and proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Harris has a long history of public service. She […]
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D.C. Councilmember aims to revitalize downtown area, increase affordable housing
Councilmember Robert White is working to revitalize downtown D.C. and make housing more affordable for those who work in the area, with a goal of having a plan in place by the end of the year.
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Monumental to broadcast more HBCU football games, including Truth and Service Classic
Monumental Sports Network has partnered with HBCU Go to air 16 HBCU football games this season, including the Truth and Service Classic, and will offer streaming options for viewers with a paid television subscription.
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Meet Alan Henderson, the D.C. content creator working with Snapchat
Alan Henderson, a content creator and entrepreneur, has been selected for Snapchat’s 523 program, which supports diverse creators and small, minority-owned companies, and is set to receive $120,000 and resources to enhance his content and monetize it on Snapchat.
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Maryland Public Television highlights Black colleges and universities with fifth annual HBCU Week
Maryland Public Television is celebrating HBCU Week from September 2-8 with 30 hours of HBCU-based content and 12 premiere films, featuring stories about arts, music, history, and sports.
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Mfume discusses enrollment, housing issues at Morgan State
U.S. Rep. Kweisi Mfume, chairman of the Morgan State University Board of Regents, discussed the university’s enrollment surge, housing challenges, and the declining rate of enrollment for Black male students during an interview at the Democratic National Convention.
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Council member Janeese Lewis George shares thoughts on Harris campaign
D.C. Councilmember Janeese Lewis George has expressed her excitement and support for Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign, citing her qualifications and the momentum she has built in just a few weeks.
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Howard University revokes Diddy’s honorary degree as mogul’s legal troubles grow
Howard University has revoked the honorary degree awarded to Sean “Diddy” Combs in 2014 due to allegations of abuse, and the university has also terminated a pledge and agreement with the Sean Combs Foundation.
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Beyoncé inspires new college curriculum with ‘Renaissance’ album
Prairie View A&M University has partnered with the Human Rights Campaign to offer a course on queer history and theory, feminism, and diversity, inspired by Beyoncé’s 2022 album “Renaissance”.
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Humble beginnings: A look at how Black institutions in America
HBCUs have been instrumental in providing education to the Black community since their founding in the 19th century, producing 50% of all Black educators nationwide and continuing to focus on teacher education despite facing numerous challenges.
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Howard University collaborates with Spotify to create “1619: The College Edition” podcast
Howard University partnered with Spotify to host a listening session to highlight the launch of “1619: The College Edition” podcast, in which students unpack what they have gleaned from their study of “The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story”, under the direction of its author, Pulitzer Prize winner, Emmy winner and investigative reporter Nikole Hannah-Jones.