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- 🎓 Class Acts, Legacy Moves & Summer Vibes — Memorial Day Edition ☀️
🎓 Class Acts, Legacy Moves & Summer Vibes — Memorial Day Edition ☀️
As we honor our heroes and step into summer, we’re celebrating HBCU grads making waves and legacies that shine bright.
👋🏾 Hey HBCU Fam!
Graduation caps have flown, tassels have turned—and the HBCU Class of 2025 is already making waves!
As we honor Memorial Day and step into the first days of summer, we're closing out grad season with pride, power, and purpose. From bold commencement moments to legacy moves that uplift the culture, this edition is all about celebrating our roots while reaching for what’s next. Let’s get into it. ☀️🎓
🕊️ Civil Rights Icon Honored at Lincoln U
Lincoln University paid tribute to civil rights icon Clifton Taulbert while celebrating its graduating class—spotlighting legacy, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward equity.
💰 Magic Johnson Gifts $500K to Xavier
NBA legend Magic Johnson is showing love to HBCUs—pledging $500,000 to Xavier University of Louisiana, boosting student support and alumni pride.
🏆 HBCU Students Win Emmy!
A team of HBCU students just snagged an Emmy Award for their band documentary—proving once again that Black excellence behind the camera hits just as hard.
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🎤 T.D. Jakes Drops $100K Surprise at Morris Brown
Bishop T.D. Jakes closed out Morris Brown College’s 2025 Commencement with a major mic drop: a $100,000 pledge from the T.D. Jakes Foundation to power workforce programs and student success.
🌟 Why it matters: This gift isn’t just a donation—it’s a generational investment in HBCU excellence. Jakes' message of legacy and leadership met action as he challenged grads to shape what comes next.
💼 Internship Spotlight: Video & Social Media Intern
Join the LISC internship team and get real experience in video production and social media engagement! If you’re creative, love content, and want to help tell impactful stories—this one's for you.
📅 Deadline: Rolling
🎓 Scholarship Opportunity: HBCUniverse ScholarPitch
The HBCUniverse ScholarPitch is offering funds to students who are ready to pitch their story and show up strong. If you’ve got drive, apply and shoot your shot.
📅 Deadline: May 31, 2025 ‼️
👉🏾 Visit our Scholarships Page for more HBCU scholarships!
🌟 Career Fair Event: BIV HBCU Alumni Career Fair
Calling all grads and young professionals: the BIV HBCU Alumni Career Fair is connecting Black talent with top-tier employers. Time to network, explore, and find that next big role.
🗓️ When: June 6, 2025 | 📍 Where: Resorts World Las Vegas
🎯 New Era at Talladega Begins
Dr. Willie L. Todd, Jr. has officially taken the helm as the 22nd President of Talladega College, bringing bold energy and a clear vision for excellence at one of the nation’s oldest HBCUs.
🚀 His Mission: Dr. Todd is focused on elevating student success, modernizing academics, and deepening community partnerships—laying the groundwork for a stronger, more innovative Talladega.
🌍 His Impact: From boosting enrollment to advancing institutional prestige, Dr. Todd’s leadership is already igniting momentum and positioning the college for lasting legacy and growth.
🏆 Stillman’s Historic NAIA Run
Stillman College just made HBCU sports history—becoming the first HBCU to snag back-to-back spots in the NAIA Baseball World Series, showing what consistency, grit, and teamwork can do.
⚾ Highlight: The Tigers’ back-to-back bids aren’t just athletic wins—they’re a testament to Black excellence and the rising profile of HBCUs in national sports arenas.
🫱🏽🫲🏾 Volunteer Opportunity: EICOP
The Entertainment Industry College Outreach Program (EICOP) is looking for volunteers to support its mission of opening doors for diverse talent. If you're passionate about media, mentoring, or making impact—this is your shot.
🎉 Networking Event: 2025 HBCU Entrepreneurship Empowerment Summit
Whether you’re a side hustler or startup dreamer, the HBCU Empowerment Summit is the place to be. Build community, gain tools, and connect with Black innovators repping HBCUs.
🗓️ When: June 19-21, 2025 | 📍 Washington, DC
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As May wraps and we mark Memorial Day, we remember those who paved the way—and celebrate those who are blazing new trails. Whether you're tossing your cap, turning the page, or soaking in the summer reset, know this: your journey matters, and the HBCU legacy rolls on strong.
Stay safe, stay inspired, and enjoy the sunshine—see you in the next edition. ✌🏾☀️
– Your HBCU Roundup Team