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🐣 Easter Blessings and HBCU Achievements Await! 🌼
Keeping the Easter celebration going, dive into big wins and incredible milestones across the HBCU community!
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👋🏾 Hey HBCU Fam!
We hope you had a great Easter weekend! 🌸 This season of renewal is not just about new beginnings—it’s also about celebrating big wins and incredible milestones across the HBCU community. From groundbreaking achievements to the latest opportunities, we’re thrilled to share how HBCUs are shining brighter than ever.
🎉 N.C. A&T Cheerleaders Make HBCU History—Again!
N.C. A&T’s cheer squad has just secured back-to-back national championships, proving their power and precision on a national stage—and making HBCU history in the process.
🎨 Rep. Alma Adams Pushes for HBCU Arts Funding
North Carolina Rep. Alma Adams is leading the charge in Congress with the HBCU Arts Act, a new bill aimed at expanding funding and opportunities for creative programs across HBCU campuses.
🎤 SpringComing Turns 10 with the ‘TENure’ Tour
\It’s been a decade of Black brilliance! HBCU SpringComing is celebrating 10 years of culture, connection, and community with their new ‘TENure’ tour, bringing the energy coast to coast.
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🎤 Shannon Sharpe: HBCU Legend Nears $100M Media Deal
NFL Hall of Famer and HBCU alum Shannon Sharpe is reportedly close to signing a $100 million+ media deal, solidifying his reign as one of the most influential voices in sports and culture today.
🌟 Why it matters: From HBCU greatness to media mogul status, Sharpe’s journey is a powerful reminder of how Black excellence continues to shape the mainstream—from the locker room to the boardroom.
💼 Internship Opportunity: ED Student Volunteer Unpaid Internship Program
Gain valuable experience and insight into education policy with the ED Student Volunteer Unpaid Internship Program. This opportunity allows students to make a meaningful contribution while developing skills and building professional networks in the field of education.
📅 Deadline: Varies
🎓 Scholarship Opportunity: Dr. May Hope Wilkins Legacy Scholarship
The Dr. May Hope Wilkins Legacy Scholarship supports students who demonstrate academic excellence and leadership. This scholarship is for students pursuing higher education and honoring the legacy of Dr. Wilkins' contributions to education and service.
📅 Deadline: April 30, 2025
👉🏾 Visit our Scholarships Page for more HBCU scholarships!
🌟 Upcoming Event: College, Careers and Community: HBCU Festival Presented by TD Bank
Celebrate education, careers, and community at the HBCU Festival presented by TD Bank. This exciting event will showcase HBCU opportunities, career connections, and inspiring discussions about community engagement.
🗓️ When: May 17, 2025 | 📍 Where: The Mann, Philadelphia, PA
🎬 Mark Anthony Green: From Morehouse to Movie Director
Mark Anthony Green, a Morehouse alum and former GQ writer, is making waves with his directorial debut, Opus—a bold film exploring celebrity and culture.
🌟 His Message: “I didn’t choose my HBCU, my HBCU chose me.” Green credits Morehouse and Atlanta’s HBCU culture for shaping his creative path.
🗣️ The Impact: With a cast including Ayo Edebiri and John Malkovich, Opus marks Green’s powerful transition from journalist to filmmaker—and highlights the creative force of HBCU alumni.
🏈 Michael Strahan’s Groundbreaking HBCU Initiative
Michael Strahan is teaming up with Michael Vick for a game-changing docuseries that will spotlight Vick’s journey as head football coach at Norfolk State University. This initiative marks a monumental step for HBCU football and highlights the transformative power of these institutions.
🏆 Highlight: The docuseries aims to showcase Vick's transition from NFL legend to HBCU coach while shining a light on the important role HBCUs play in shaping the future of athletes and leaders.
🎉 Networking Event: HBCU Professor Retreat
Network with HBCU faculty, share insights, and engage in professional development at the HBCU Professor Retreat. This event is designed to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among professors and educators from across the nation.
🗓️ When: June 17-18, 2025 | 📍 Where: New York, NY
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As we continue to celebrate this season of growth, let’s keep pushing forward with the same resilience and passion that makes the HBCU community so strong. Wishing you all a season filled with joy, blessings, and endless possibilities. Stay inspired, and we’ll be back next week with even more updates and opportunities!
Catch you in the next edition, Your HBCU Roundup Team ✌🏾