Stephanie Gallardo

Hey everyone, I'm Stephanie! With 15 years under my belt as a dedicated freelance writer, I've found a special place here at HBCU Lifestyle where I can merge my writing expertise with my love for the vibrant world of HBCUs. Beyond the campus buzz, I'm a huge travel enthusiast and an animal lover at heart. Whether I'm exploring new destinations or hanging out with my furry friends, these experiences enrich my storytelling. Here, I dive into topics close to my heart – diversity, inclusion, and the dynamic life at HBCUs – and bring a unique perspective shaped by my journeys and adventures. Join me in celebrating the spirit of HBCUs and the diverse stories that make our community so special!

In its annual College Return on Investment (ROI) Report, Payscale.com ranked Tuskegee No. 5 in the state.

Tuskegee Among Top 10 Best Return on Investment Colleges in Alabama

Offering great news for both current and prospective students, Tuskegee University has just been named among the Top 10 schools in Best Return on Investment by Payscale.com. The list, which included 1,330 schools across the country, included just 29 four-year institutions in Alabama, making Tuskegee’s spot even more important. What is ROI? Return on Investment,

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Group of HBCU alumni take a group photo after 2013 HBCU 5k race.

HBCU 5k: Represent Your School for a Healthy Cause in DC

It’s time for the DC Metro Alumni HBCU 5k Run and Walk again! To increase awareness and education about the prevention of conditions like heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and cancer-the four leading causes of death in African Americans. The Washington, DC, Metro Historically Black Colleges and Universities Alumni Alliance, Inc. (DCHBCUAA) encourages all HBCU alumni, family

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Tuskegee University celebrates the life and work of George Washington Carver.

Honoring George Washington Carver: Tuskegee Hosts Year-Long Celebration

February 20th of 2014 marked a milestone in the history of science, African Americans, education and the United States – the 150th birthday of George Washington Carver. In honor of this great man and his incredible accomplishments, Tuskegee University is hosting a year-long celebration filled with history, events and reflections. The Man: George Washington Carver

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Howard University School: Campus signage displaying Howard University name and founding date.

Howard University School of Law Ranked Among the Top 50 in the Nation

Already one of the most well-known and respected HBCUs in the nation, Howard University of Washington, DC now has another proud distinction. In a recent National Law Journal & Legal Times article, Howard University School of Law was ranked among the top fifty law schools in the nation. Rankings were based on the number of

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Street lamp banner displays VISIONARY week at Claflin University at the Jonas T. Kennedy Health and Physical Education Center.

Claflin University Named March “School of the Month” by Tom Joyner Foundation

Claflin University, located in Orangeburg and South Carolina’s oldest HBCU, is honored to have been chosen as the Tom Joyner Foundation‘s School of the Month for March, 2014. About Claflin University Founded in 1869, Claflin University is a private, four-year college affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Averaging 1,800 students on its urban, 400-acre campus,

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American actor, comedian, entertainer, television/radio personality and author Steve Harvey smiles for photo shoot.

Steve Harvey Apprenticeship: Enter to Win a $5,000 Scholarship

Deadline: March 15, 2014 Are you or do you know a youth, ages 16 to 21, with a passion for entertainment, business or community? Would you like an opportunity to win an apprenticeship experience with Steve Harvey? If so, the Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation, partnered with Coca-Cola, want to help make your dreams come

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