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Another week, another chance to celebrate everything HBCUs bring to the table. From campus to culture, classrooms to communities, we’ve got stories that inspire, moves being made, and wins that remind us why HBCU pride runs deep.

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📊 HBCUs Shine in 2026 Niche Rankings

The new Niche rankings are in — and our schools are making noise nationally. From academics to student life, HBCUs are proving once again we’re not just in the conversation, we are the conversation.

🔗 See the Rankings

🌍 HBCUs Eye Expansion Beyond the South

Boston, San Francisco, San Diego — city leaders are working to bring HBCU satellite campuses to places that have never had them. It’s all about making sure Black students find spaces where they belong, no matter the zip code.

🔗 Read the CNN Story

🏫 NYC Opens First HBCU Prep School

History was made in Queens with the opening of the first-ever HBCU-focused prep school. Led by DSU alum Dr. Asya Johnson, the school is giving high schoolers HBCU culture, early college credits, and a pathway to success. The demand? Over 1,000 applications for just 100 spots.

🔗 Read the ABC News Story

💼 Don’t Sleep on the HBCU Internship SZN

Internship season starts now, not later. We’ve got the breakdown on when to apply, which programs are looking for HBCU talent, and how to lock in Summer 2026 opportunities before the spots are gone.

🔗 Read the Full Guide

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Job Opportunity: Sports MMJ/Photographer

If sports storytelling is your passion, here’s your shot. Nexstar Media Group is hiring a Sports MMJ/Photographer in Lexington, KY. You’ll cover high school, college, and pro sports — reporting, shooting, editing, and bringing the action to life on-air and online.

• 📍 Location: Lexington, KY (On-Site)

• 💰 Pay: Approx. $3,858/month

• 📅 Posted: Sept 2025

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👉🏾 Visit our Career Hub for more job opportunities!

Scholarship Spotlight: $2,000 Sallie No Essay Scholarship

No essays. No stress. Just a shot at $2K toward your tuition. If you’re a high school junior/senior, college student, or a parent of one, this is your chance to secure the bag with one quick form.

• 📌 Who’s Eligible: U.S. high school juniors/seniors, college students, and parents

• 💰 Award: $2,000

• 📅 Deadline: Sept 30, 2025 (rolling monthly deadlines after)

🔗 Apply Now

👉🏾 Visit our Scholarships Page for more HBCU scholarships!

Upcoming Event: 7th Annual HBCU Legacy College Fair

Year seven and still going strong — this college fair connects students and families with HBCUs offering admissions, scholarships, and on-the-spot opportunities. Legacy in action.

• 📅 Date: Sept 20, 2025

• 📍 Location: Jacksonville, FL

• 🎟 Registration: Free for students, parents & families

🔗 Register Here

🎶 Denise Battle Price & Opera For Us Flip the Script

Norfolk State alum Denise Battle Price is taking opera out of gilded halls and into the community. With Opera For Us, she’s remixing the art form — from parks to eateries — making sure it’s for everybody, not just a select few.

💭 Her Vision: Keep opera timeless but put it where the people are.

💡 Her Impact: From Scott Joplin’s Treemonisha to A Toast to Opera at the Pointe (Sept 14 in Chesapeake, VA), she’s proving art belongs everywhere.

This is culture, access, and legacy — all on one stage.

🔗 Learn More about Opera For Us

📸 IG Pic of the Week

Straight from the Yard 👉🏾 Each week we’re pulling one of our favorite moments off IG to keep the culture in your inbox. Don’t just peek—make sure you’re following so you never miss a vibe.

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🏈 Vick’s First W: Norfolk State Tops Virginia State in OT

Final Score: Norfolk State 34 – Virginia State 31 (OT)

NFL legend Michael Vick just secured his first win as a head coach — and it came in true HBCU fashion: overtime drama, packed stands, and a finish that had the crowd on its feet. The Spartans put up nearly 500 yards of offense and showed they’re ready to make noise this season.

✨ Why it matters: It’s not just a win, it’s a new chapter — and a reminder that HBCU football always delivers history-making moments.

🔗 Read the Full Story

32nd Annual HBCU Faculty Development Network Conference

Faculty, administrators, and higher ed leaders — Charlotte is calling! This year’s theme, “Turning Challenges into Opportunities: Advancing Faculty Development to Serve Dynamic Institutions,” promises powerful workshops, networking, and strategy sessions for the future of HBCUs.

• 📅 Date: Oct 30 – Nov 1, 2025

• 📍 Location: Charlotte, NC

• 🎟 Who Should Attend: Faculty, administrators, and higher ed professionals

🔗  Register Here

Upcoming Networking Events

• HBCU AccessFest 2025 | Sept 14 | Atlanta, GA

• HBCU & MSI Virtual Career + Grad Fair | Sept 18 | Online

• HBCU Week x We Back Outside Day Party | Sept 27 | Wilmington, DE

That’s a wrap for this week’s drop.

From opera to overtime, internships to inspiration, the culture is alive and moving forward every single day. Share this with your crew, rep your school, and keep shining — because when one of us wins, we all win.

Until next week—keep shining, keep striving, and keep repping our culture everywhere.
✌🏾Your HBCU Roundup Team