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🎓 HBCU Wins & End-of-Semester Energy: December Is Looking Real Grad Szn
From campus wins to new pathways and hoops highlights — here’s what’s fueling your December grind.
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It’s officially grad szn, fam — that stretch where finals are flying, seniors are practicing their walk, and everybody else is just trying to make it to the break.
Through all that, the HBCU world is still moving with purpose. From new education pipelines to tech innovation, campus milestones, and spotlight moments, this week came with that “finish strong” energy.
🏫 Bloomberg Launches New Charter-to-HBCU Pipeline
Michael Bloomberg is putting $20M behind new charter schools on Stillman and Tuskegee’s campuses — giving Black students early HBCU access through dual enrollment and career pathways.
🤖 Morehouse & HBCUs Lead Black Innovation in AI
Morehouse, Morgan State, and Howard are leveling up AI literacy with VR classrooms, AI tools, and digital programs that put Black students at the center of tech’s future.
🎓 NC A&T Debuts First ‘Flight Path’ Online Degrees
A&T launched flexible online programs in Criminal Justice and Liberal Studies, designed for adult learners through quick, 8-week mini-mesters.
🏙️ NYC Building Battle: Queens HS vs. HBCU Early College Prep
Queens High School for the Sciences and HBCU Early College Prep (partnered with DSU) are competing for a new NYC school building opening in 2026.
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🌟 AAMU’s Limyra Tucker Is Out Here Turning Opportunities Into Elevation
Alabama A&M’s own Limyra Tucker secured one of just 10 spots in Aramark’s HBCU Emerging Leaders Program — selected from 600+ applicants — and took her talents straight to headquarters in Philly.
💭 “AAMU has allowed me to grow academically, professionally, and personally.”
💡 Why It Matters: Limyra is shining on a national stage and proving what HBCU excellence looks like in corporate spaces built for real impact.
Under Armour — Summer 2026 Internship Program
Under Armour is recruiting students for its Summer 2026 internship, offering hands-on experience across multiple business areas.
📍 Location: Various U.S. locations
💰 Stipend/Pay: Paid (varies)
📅 Timeline: Summer 2026
🎓 Areas: Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Strategy, HR, Supply Chain, Analytics, Merchandising, Design, Community Impact
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👉🏾 Visit our Career Hub for more job opportunities!
Ronald Whitmore Jr. Scholarship
A $500 award for high-achieving Black male high school seniors heading to an HBCU.
🎓 Eligibility: African American male seniors; 3.5+ GPA
💰 Award: $500
📅 Deadline: Dec 22, 2025
📝 Requirements: Essay + headshot
🔗 Apply Here →
👉🏾 Visit our Scholarships Page for more HBCU scholarships!
NBOTB HBCU College & Career Fair
Part of MLK Weekend’s National Battle of the Bands, featuring 30+ HBCUs with reps, scholarships, and on-site offers.
📅 Date: Jan 16, 2026
🕒 Time: 9 AM – 1 PM
📍 Location: Palm Beach State College Gym
🎯 Offers: On-site admission, waived fees, scholarship info
🏀 Haywoode Workman Is Giving HBCU Hoops the Spotlight It Deserves
Former NBA player–turned–referee Haywoode Workman teamed up with his wife to launch the HBCU Hoops Invitational at Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports — giving eight HBCUs a national stage with Maui-Invitational energy.
💭 “I said, that’s what I’m going to do… create an exclusive HBCU basketball tournament at the same level as the Maui Invitational.”
💭 His Vision: Build a platform that opens doors for HBCU athletes and students — on the court and in their careers.
💡 His Impact: More visibility, more access, and more opportunities through a hoops weekend built for the culture.
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🏆 PVAMU Ends 16-Year SWAC Title Drought
PVAMU took down Jackson State 23–21 to win its first SWAC Championship since 2009, securing a spot in the Celebration Bowl.
💡 Why It Matters: Faulk brings star power, recruiting muscle, and national attention — a full reset for Southern heading into a new era.
NSUAA Atlanta Weekend x Chris Paul HBCU Classic
NSU Alumni Association (Atlanta Chapter) is hosting a two-day Weekend Experience built around the Chris Paul HBCU Classic — bringing hoops, culture, and alumni energy to Atlanta.
📅 Date: Dec 18–19, 2025
📍 Location: Gateway Center Arena, Atlanta
🎯 Includes: Day events, giveaways, alumni functions
🔗 Learn More →
Be honest… what’s your December really giving? |
And that’s the roundup, fam. Whether you’re wrapping up finals, getting ready to cross that stage, or sliding into holiday mode, keep showing up with that HBCU confidence.
Close out the year strong, stay encouraged, and meet us back here next week.
— Team HBCU Lifestyle
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