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Latest Happenings at Historically Black Colleges and Universities

There are more than 100 historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) across the country, each born during a time when the doors of the nation’s most prestigious universities were firmly shut to minorities.

Years later, these schools stand tall as icons of minority higher education, producing some of the nation’s most successful black professionals. Historically black colleges and universities all have shared history and goals, but they’re far from the same – and keeping up with them can be a challenge.

Let HBCULifestyle be your guide to each of the nation’s unique historically black colleges and universities. We offer diverse news that’s fresh, accurate and keeps you up to date on your favorite black colleges. Make important academic decisions using our guides to HBCU rankings and top HBCU education programs. Gain inspiration from our features on HBCU alumni making a difference. Or find important dates for events at your favorite historically black colleges and universities.

News out of black colleges is as diverse as the schools themselves. Look to HBCU Lifestyle to keep you in the know.

Central State University student center

Central State University Opens Over $33M Student Center

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Central State University will inaugurate its new $33.5M University Student Center on October 9, as part of Homecoming, 2015. Joining in the Ribbon-Cutting celebration is Mr. Earvin “Magic’’ Johnson, an internationally recognized businessman and NBA sports legend and Mr. James “Shack” Harris, one of the first African American quarterbacks drafted in the National Football League. […]

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Young Black Female College Student Looking Up And Thinking

Joining a Black Sorority: 5 Things to Consider Before Pursing Membership

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The fall semester is well underway on college campuses across the country. By this time students have begun to settle in, started eyeing how they can get involved on campus, and setting goals for this year and their college careers. For young women this may include pursuing membership in a Black sorority. If this pertains

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Spring 2015 Graduating Class at Jackson State University.

Jackson State Becomes the 4th Largest HBCU by Enrollment

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Enrollment has grown by 10.8 percent at Jackson State University over the past three years, the largest increase of any state-assisted college or university, according to figures released by the Mississippi Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL). With an enrollment of 9,802 students, JSU is now the fourth-largest HBCU in the

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Johnson C. Smith University students on campus are working a course assignment.

Johnson C Smith to Offer First Online Degree Programs

HBCU Colleges, HBCU News /

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) has just approved the expansion of the accelerated online bachelor’s degree programs offered at Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU). Students enrolled at Metropolitan College can earn fully accredited accelerated online degrees in business administration and sport management with this approval. Not only will the

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African Amercian Male in deep thought.

Combating Mental Health Stereotypes Among Black Men

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Every fall the gradual change in the weather brings together alumni and students to celebrate homecoming at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Throughout the weekend individuals attend concerts, step shows, prayer services and fundraisers to continue a tradition that has existed since the institutions inception. The annual event is a showcase that culminates with

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HBCU Lifestyle Shop: T-Shirts, Hoodies, and Sweatshirts

Announcing the HBCU Shop: T-Shirts, Hoodies and More

HBCU Colleges, HBCU News /

Just in time for the fall, HBCU Lifestyle has launched the HBCU Shop. This shop is an HBCU themed store that promotes and builds awareness for Historically Black Colleges and Universities. You can expect to find creative apparel that represent HBCUs as a whole. Our first release is the ‘HBCU Strong’ collection, which includes T-shirts,

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WVSU Clock Tower and Courtyard Clock Tower and Courtyard

West Virginia State Business School Earns National Acclaim

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The Department of Business Administration at West Virginia State University (WVSU) has been recognized as one of the top 50 most innovative small college business departments by BusinessResearchGuide.com. The department was ranked No. 12 in the listing, based on factors such as progressive majors, progressive courses, study abroad opportunities, online offerings, connections to local business

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