Garrick Gibson

Greetings Fam, I'm a proud Florida A&M Rattler and a second-gen HBCU grad through and through. Co-founding and steering the ship at HBCU Lifestyle is my gig, where I get to mix my love for UX design, digital marketing, and tech into something really cool for the HBCU community. Oh, and I'm also involved with my local FAMU alumni association chapter; it's like keeping a piece of HBCU with me always. Plus, I'm in the trenches too, raising a college bound teenager. So, I know a little something about the highs and lows of this journey. My aim? To make HBCU Lifestyle as relatable, real, and informative as it can be, all while celebrating our amazing HBCU culture and heritage.

Growtuity cofounders (from left to right): Torrence Reed, Jamerus Payton, and Baxter Smith

HL 013: The Entrepreneurial Spirit Runs Deep at HBCUs with Growtuity

In episode 13 of the HBCU Lifestyle Podcast, I’m happy share with you a positive example of the entrepreneurial spirit on HBCU campuses through my interview with tech start-up cofounders Jamerus Payton (North Carolina A&T State University), Baxter Smith (University of South Carolina) and Torrence Reed (North Carolina A&T State University). Their company, Growtuity, Inc.,

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In episode 12 of the HBCU Lifestyle Podcast I chat with Dr. Crystal deGregory, the founder of HBCUstory.com and lecturer at Tennessee State University.

HL 012: The Transformative Power of HBCUs with Dr Crystal deGregory

In episode 12 of the HBCU Lifestyle Podcast I’m honored to have fellow HBCU advocate Dr. Crystal deGregory (Fisk ’03) on the show. Crystal (also known as HBCUstorian, Bahama Mama, and Chief) is the founder of HBCUSTORY, Inc., the co-host of the Black Docs Radio Show, and a lecturer at Tennessee State University. Will and Determination

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Chris Cathcart pictured holding a microphone speaking in front of an audience on fundraising party ideas for HBCU groups.

HL 011: Fundraising Party Ideas for HBCU Alumni with Christopher Cathcart

In this episode of the HBCU Lifestyle Podcast, I’m excited to share with you a thought-provoking interview with communications pro Christopher Cathcart. Chris is a graduate of Howard University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations. His early career experience includes working with CNN, Motown Records, and Hidden Beach Records, to name

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An aerial shot of the famed Legion Field in Birmingham, AL during the halftime show. Alabama State University’s Band is performing on the field in front of a packed stadium.

HBCU Rankings: Top 5 Football Classics by Attendance 2013

The 2013 black college football season has been nothing short of crazy both on and off the field. The unexpected firing of Grambling’s legendary head coach Doug Williams, which lead to a player boycott of the Grambling state – Jackson State football game. That protest lead to Grambling forfeiting of Jackson State’s homecoming game. At

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Free Financial Aid Estimates Direct from Colleges with Abigail Seldin [Podcast]

HL 009: Free Financial Aid Estimates Direct from Colleges with Abigail Seldin

Welcome to episode 9 of the HBCU Lifestyle podcast. In this episode’s college quick tips section I share 4 Ways to Get a Good Night’s Sleep in College. Followed by our featured guest Abigail Seldin. Abigail is the Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder of College Abacus. College Abacus helps students and families learn how much

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HBCU Lifestyle Podcast 8: The Black Greek Success Program with Eddie Francis

Podcast Episode 8: The Black Greek Success Program with Eddie Francis

Welcome to episode 8 of the HBCU Lifestyle podcast. In this episode’s college quick tips section I share 10 Ways to Maximize Your Internship Experience. Followed by our featured guest Eddie Francis. Eddie is a speaker, public speaking coach and public relations/marketing professional. He is the author and presenter of the Black Greek Success Program,

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