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❤️🔥 Commemorating MLK, HBCU Achievements, & Heartfelt Family Highlights ✊🏾
This MLK Day, we spotlight stories of HBCU leadership, athletic triumphs, and touching family moments.
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👋🏾 Hey HBCU Fam!
This is the HBCU Roundup, your newsletter celebrating the achievements, stories, and opportunities shaping the HBCU community. As we honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we reflect on the resilience, innovation, and unity that define our legacy. From impactful alumni to outstanding athletic triumphs, this week’s highlights will uplift and inspire. Dive in and enjoy!
🎥 TU Alum Inspires on the
Jennifer Hudson Show
Tuskegee University alum and teacher went viral for his innovative classroom videos, and now he’s sharing his story on the Jennifer Hudson Show!
🏥 Southern University: Top Nursing School
Southern University’s School of Nursing has been recognized as the Best Nursing School by Nurse.org, showcasing excellence in training the next generation of healthcare leaders.
👑 Erica McPheeters Crowned
2025 Kentucky Derby Princess
Kentucky State University’s own Erica McPheeters dazzles as part of the 2025 Derby Festival Royal Court, representing HBCU excellence in this iconic event.
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🏀 Deion Sanders' Heartwarming Support for Daughter Shelomi
Deion Sanders, aka Coach Prime, made a surprise visit to Alabama A&M to cheer on his daughter, Shelomi Sanders, as the Lady Bulldogs defeated Alabama State 54-47. The Huntsville crowd was electric, and Shelomi’s determination shone in her minutes on the court.
Deion posted on social media:
"Surprised my Babygirl @shelomisanders yesterday at Alabama A&M! It was epic and they won. The HBCU atmosphere was all that. Thanks, Dr. Bryant, for helping make it happen. God bless. #CoachPrime"
🌟 Why it matters: Why It Matters: Deion’s visit shows his deep love for family and pride in the HBCU experience—a win for Shelomi, the team, and the community.
💼 Internship Spotlight: Oracle Database Intern
Oracle is offering an exciting opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience as a Database Intern in the Summer of 2025. This internship is a perfect chance to explore Oracle’s innovative technology and enhance your skills in the world of databases.
🎓 Scholarship Opportunity: 2025 FOSSI Scholarships
The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI) is offering scholarships to support aspiring STEM professionals attending HBCUs. This program is a game-changer for students passionate about science, technology, engineering, and math.
📅 Deadline: January 31, 2025
🌟 Upcoming Event: HBCU Campus Investment Challenge
Unite with fellow HBCUs to foster financial empowerment and innovative partnerships! The HBCU Campus Investment Challenge offers students the chance to delve into financial literacy, explore investment strategies, and build cross-campus connections.
🗓️ Deadline of registration: February 2, 2025 | 📍 Where: Virtual
💼 Dr. TaKeia N. Anthony Named
2025 HBCU Executive Leadership Fellow
Dr. TaKeia N. Anthony, Executive Director at A. Philip Randolph Social Justice Center and Dean at Edward Waters University Honors College, has been named a 2025 HBCU Executive Leadership Fellow at Clark Atlanta University.
✨ Why it’s inspiring: Dr. Anthony’s leadership in social justice and education is shaping the future of HBCU leadership.
🗣️ Her advice: “True leadership begins with service. Always center community, and never underestimate the transformative power of education and advocacy.”
🏃♂️ Men’s Track & Field Excels in
HBCU Showcase & Corky Classic
The men’s track and field team delivered impressive performances at the HBCU Showcase and Corky Classic, showing off their speed, strength, and skill in the competition.
🏆 Highlight: The team dominated multiple events, earning top spots and showcasing their potential for the upcoming season.
🗓️ Next Game: January 25, 2025 | 10 AM EST
🎉 Networking Event: Inaugural HBCU Day at the Super Bowl
🗓️ When: February 11, 2025 | 📍 Where: TBA
The National Football League (NFL) is hosting its inaugural HBCU Day at the Super Bowl Experience in New Orleans next month, and tickets are free for all HBCU undergraduate students!
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As we reflect on the values of unity, progress, and empowerment showcased in this week’s stories, let’s carry the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision forward in all we do. From leadership excellence to community impact, let’s continue to make a difference together.
Catch you in the next edition,
Your HBCU Roundup Team ✌🏾
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