🔥 Wrapping Up Black History Month with HBCU Wins 🏆

We’re closing out Black History Month with HBCU excellence on full display!

February 24, 2025

👋🏾 Hey HBCU Fam!

Black excellence is closing out Black History Month in a big way! 🎉 From history-making achievements to record-breaking wins, this edition is packed with moments worth celebrating. Plus, we’ve got major career, scholarship, and networking opportunities to help you level up. Let’s dive into the stories shaping the culture! 🔥

🚢 HBCU Homecoming Cruise 2026 Is Here!

Imagine a homecoming… on a cruise! Homecoming: The Cruise ‘26, powered by ALLBLK, is bringing non-stop vibes, networking, and HBCU pride to the high seas from January 15-20, 2026. You in?

✈️ This Woman’s HBCU Tours Are Epic

Thousands of students have seen HBCU life up close thanks to one woman’s mission. Her campus tours are changing lives and making sure the next generation knows where they belong.

🎓 Top HBCUs for Graduation Success

Which HBCUs are getting students to the finish line the fastest? Check out the schools with the highest four-year graduation rates and see who’s leading the game.

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🏛 HBCU Alumna Makes DNC History

Breaking barriers and making power moves—Reyna Walters-Morgan just became the highest-ranking Black official at the Democratic National Committee! This Howard University Law School grad and Alpha Kappa Alpha soror's leadership is paving the way for more representation at the highest levels of politics.

✨ Why It Matters: This isn’t just about one person’s success—it’s about amplifying Black voices in political spaces where decisions are made. HBCU grads continue to shake the table and redefine leadership.

  • 💼 Internship Spotlight: CBCF Congressional Summer Internship

    The CBCF Congressional Summer Internship Program gives HBCU students a front-row seat to policymaking, leadership, and networking with top legislators. This is your shot to gain real-world political experience!

    📅 Deadline: March 28, 2025

    🔗 Apply Now & Learn More

  • 🎓 Scholarship Opportunity: Google’s Creative Fellowship

    Google’s Creative Fellowship is your chance to work on real projects, connect with industry leaders, and level up your creative career with hands-on experience.

    📅 Deadline: March 10, 2025

    🔗 Learn More & Apply

    👉🏾  Visit our Scholarships Page for more HBCU scholarships!

  • 🌟 Upcoming Event: JCSU Health & Career Fair

    Looking to level up your career and wellness? The JCSU Health & Career Fair is bringing top employers, healthcare professionals, and resources to help you thrive—both professionally and personally. Don’t miss out!

    🗓️ When: March 05, 2025 | 📍 Where: Johnson C. Smith University

    🔗 Learn More & Attend

🫡 Honoring an HBCU Football Legend

The HBCU community is mourning the loss of a legendary player and coach who left an unforgettable mark on the game. Their impact stretched far beyond the field, shaping the next generation of athletes and inspiring countless lives.

🌟 Why it’s meaningful: This coach’s legacy is a testament to the power of mentorship, perseverance, and HBCU excellence in sports.

🗣️ Remembered for: Their dedication to the game, their players, and the HBCU community.

🏀 AAMU WBB Coach Breaks Win Record in Year One!

Alabama A&M’s first-year head coach, Dawn Thornton, is already making history! This HBCU women’s basketball coach just shattered the program’s single-season win record, proving that leadership and talent can take a team to new heights.

🏆 Highlight: A record-breaking season that’s putting this squad on the map!

  • 🎉 Networking Event: Bowie State’s 160th Gala

    Celebrate 160 years of excellence with Bowie State University! This milestone gala brings together alumni, professionals, and supporters for an unforgettable evening of networking, legacy, and Black excellence.

    🗓️ When: April 12, 2025 | 📍 Where: Bowie, MD

    🔗 RSVP & Join the Celebration

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As we wrap up this week’s edition, we hope you had a chance to relax, enjoy some family time. Let’s carry that festive spirit into the rest of the year while keeping up with all the exciting HBCU stories in the community!

Catch you in the next edition,

Your HBCU Roundup Team ✌🏾

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