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- 😎 Summer Starts with HBCU Power Plays 💪🏾
😎 Summer Starts with HBCU Power Plays 💪🏾
Celebrate the spring with inspiring HBCU achievements and opportunities for growth and success!
👋🏾 Hey HBCU Fam!
Summer’s here—and so are the wins. From powerful partnerships and rising sports rivalries to scholarships and career breakthroughs, HBCU momentum isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Whether you're leveling up your goals or just enjoying the vibe, this edition is packed with what’s next and what’s now.
Let’s dive into the energy!
💼 Savannah James x Howard U
Savannah James just linked up with Howard University to spotlight Black women in media and sports. The collab features scholarships and mentorship through the Women in Sports initiative. Big moves for the culture!
🏈 Orange Blossom Classic Is Back
Howard and FAMU are set to clash at the 2025 Orange Blossom Classic in Miami. It’s more than a football game—it’s a full-out HBCU takeover. Tailgates, pride, and rivalry vibes incoming!
🎶 Pepsi Re-Airs HBCU Band Doc
In honor of Black Music Month, Pepsi is bringing back its National Battle of the Bands doc. It’s a cinematic tribute to the heart, soul, and rhythm of HBCU marching bands. Turn the volume up!
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✨ Smarter Job Searching Starts Right Here! ✨
Searching for your next job should not feel like a chore. The HBCU Career Hub Job Board connects you with top employers seeking HBCU talent. Whether you're looking for internships, full-time positions, or career resources, we've got you covered.
Why Join HBCU Career Hub?
✨ Exclusive Job Listings: Discover roles designed for HBCU students & alumni.
✅ Career Tools & Resources: Resume tips, interview prep, and networking events.
💼 Top Employers: Work with companies dedicated to diversity & inclusion.
🎓Closing the Gap: Claflin & SFI Tackle Internet Inequality
When a Claflin student had to write her senior thesis from a McDonald’s parking lot, the message was clear—something had to change. That moment sparked a game-changing partnership between Claflin University and the Student Freedom Initiative (SFI) to bring 5G internet access to campus.
🌟 Why it matters: Over 80% of HBCUs are in broadband deserts. Claflin’s story proves that with the right support, we can turn digital setbacks into setups for success.
💼 Internship Spotlight: Design & Animation Intern
Calling all fresh grads and creative visionaries! Supernova Design Inc. is looking for a remote design and animation intern to join their team and work on cool, collaborative projects that actually make an impact. Got skills? Show ’em what you’re made of.
📅 Deadline: June 15, 2025 at 11:59 PM PDT
🎓 Scholarship Opportunity: Hyundai Women in STEM
Hyundai is giving women in STEM the spotlight—and the scholarship. If you're innovating, researching, or just owning your lane in science or tech, apply now and get funded.
📅 Deadline: June 30, 2025
👉🏾 Visit our Scholarships Page for more HBCU scholarships!
🌟 Career Fair Event: Negotiate Smarter. Earn More.
Learn how to negotiate like a pro with Cory Steward. This virtual career event is all about strategy, salary, and standing in your worth—perfect for recent grads and young pros.
🗓️ When: June 10, 2025 | 📍 Virtual
🌟 Tramell Tillman Shines Onscreen with HBCU Pride
Jackson State alum Tramell Tillman is repping HBCU greatness on screens big and small—starring in Apple TV+’s Emmy-nominated Severance and appearing in the latest Mission: Impossible film.
🎭 His Mission: A proud graduate of JSU and Alpha Phi Alpha brother, Tillman brings Black culture, HBCU excellence, and advocacy for mental health and the arts into every role he plays.
🎬 His Impact: From making Broadway history to leading a fictional marching band (inspired by JSU’s Sonic Boom of the South) in Severance, he’s showing the world why Jackson State is THEE Standard™.
🏀 CIAA Tourney Stays in Baltimore
The CIAA Basketball Tournament—one of the biggest stages in HBCU hoops—is calling Baltimore home once again, choosing it over Charlotte for 2026.
📍 Highlight: The move locks in another year of energy, culture, and serious basketball heat in Charm City, proving that Baltimore is becoming the spot for HBCU sports pride.
🫱🏽🫲🏾 Volunteer Opportunity: NCR Foundation
Want to give back and grow your impact? The NCR Foundation is calling on changemakers to volunteer in programs that support communities through education, tech access, and equity.
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The summer grind has officially begun—so why not make it yours? From internships to inspiration, the path is wide open. Keep shining, keep applying, and keep repping your HBCU greatness wherever you go. We'll be right here with the latest drops to keep you moving forward.
Catch you in the next edition, Your HBCU Roundup Team ✌🏾