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Courtesy of Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem State University, a historically Black educational institution in North Carolina, has signed a new agreement with Wake Forest University that will provide students from the HBCU with a pathway to matriculate into the juris doctorate program at the Wake Forest School of Law upon graduation. The agreement allows the Wake Forest School of Law to admit up to two WSSU students into the juris doctorate program each admission cycle, who will receive, at minimum, a $35,000 scholarship per academic year for up to three years. “The partnership we are establishing today with Wake Forest The post Wake Forest School of Law Creates Pathway Program for Winston-Salem State University Students appeared first on HBCU News.

By J.J. McCorvey  The election could be decided in Georgia’s fastest-growing and most ethnically diverse county. In Gwinnett County, a part of metro Atlanta where 58% of voters backed Joe Biden in 2020 compared with the 40% who voted for Donald Trump, both parties are again locked in a race centered on the economy. Vice President Kamala Harris’ economic pitch has heavily emphasized small-business owners, and those in Gwinnett County — one of the “Decider” counties NBC News is tracking — acknowledge they could use more support. So far, many like what Harris is offering, though some remain undecided just over a week before Election Day. Their choices The post Harris’ small-business pitch resonates in Georgia’s most diverse county. Can it win her the state? appeared first on HBCU News.

Courtesy of Lincoln University of Missouri Lincoln University of Missouri has announced the opening of enrollment for its Master of Arts in Higher Education program with a Historically Black Colleges Universities concentration. This online degree is available for both spring and fall 2025 and aims to equip education professionals with the essential skills to address the unique challenges and opportunities facing HBCUs. Dr. Stevie L. Lawrence II, LU‘s provost and vice president for academic affairs, emphasized the program’s mission. “We need more leaders who are specifically trained to navigate the challenges and possibilities within our institutions,” said Dr. Lawrence. “Our MA The post Lincoln University of Missouri Offering Unique Online Master’s Program Focusing on HBCUs appeared first on HBCU News.

Courtesy of Spelman College Spelman College hosted a screening of Chisholm ’72: Unbought & Unbossed, a documentary that captures Shirley Chisholm’s historic 1972 presidential campaign.  The film was directed by Shola Lynch, director of documentary filmmaking and Diana King Endowed Professor at Spelman and premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2004. It features an interview with Chisholm and has received numerous accolades, including a prestigious Peabody Award.  The screening will take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Camille Olivia Hanks Cosby Ed.D Auditorium. Following the event, a discussion will take place between Lynch and Professor Emerita Dr. Ayoka Chenzira, The post Spelman College Hosts Screening of Shirley Chisholm Documentary and Conversation with Director of Filmmaking Shola Lynch appeared first on HBCU News.

By Mia Berry Morehouse College director of athletics Harold Ellis, a former basketball standout for the Maroon Tigers, recalls making numerous phone calls to scouts and agents as a student-athlete, asking for a chance to play in the NBA. Now Morehouse basketball players will get an opportunity Ellis would have loved to have had in college. Morehouse and Tuskegee University, Division II rivals in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, will participate in the 2025 NBA HBCU Classic during NBA-All Star Weekend in San Francisco, the NBA announced Thursday. The two historically Black universities will play on Feb. 15, 2025, at Oakland Arena, one of The post Morehouse and Tuskegee will put rivalry on national stage in NBA HBCU Classic appeared first on HBCU News.

Legendary R&B and soul singer Danny Boy makes his highly anticipated return with his latest single, “My Everything,” featuring Snoop Dogg. Released today via Death Row/gamma. The new track showcases Danny Boy’s signature vocal… The post Death Row’s Danny Boy Returns With “My Everything” Featuring Snoop Dogg appeared first on .

It may not be the best time for Diddy’s children to be involved in a fight. TMZ details an incident at a Halloween party where Diddy’s sons were about to… The post Ray J Reportedly Approached by Diddy’s Sons, Chris Brown Stops Fight appeared first on .

Tekashi 6ix9ine has once again been arrested. According to TMZ, he was arrested for violating the terms of his supervised release. 6ix9ine was taken into custody on Tuesday morning and… The post Tekashi 6ix9ine Arrested in NYC for Violating Supervised Release appeared first on .

On this day in 1996, Ghostface Killah’s released highly anticipated debut album Ironman was released on the Loud/RCA imprint. With exclusive in-house Wu production from True Master and the RZA… The post Today in Hip Hop History: Ghostface Killah Dropped His Debut LP ‘Ironman’ 28 Years Ago appeared first on .

This past Friday, October 25, Porsche and 63 Auto Body came together for a dazzling evening of high fashion and luxury automotive unveiling. Hosted by The Now PR, the Halloween-themed… The post Porsche x 63 Auto Body Unveil Porsche 911 GT3 RS and 911 S/T at Halloween Masquerade Ball appeared first on .

One of most famous and successful Hollywood families, The Wayans brothers—Marlon, Shawn, and Keenen Ivory—are officially making their return to the Scary Movie franchise. Let’s go! Nearly two decades after… The post Marlon, Shawn and Keenen Ivory Wayans Reunite for ‘Scary Movie’ Reboot: “The timing is perfect” appeared first on .

Talk about bad timing with all the Hitler rhetoric floating around election season. Cecilia Hailey, a former teacher at the academy, recently alleged that Ye—formerly known as Kanye West—intended for… The post Sheesh … Former Donda Academy Teacher Alleges Kanye Wanted School to Have “Hitler Vibes” appeared first on .