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Section: Institutions > HBCUs
HBCUs
Virginia Lawmakers Launch State's First HBCU Caucus to Address Century of Underfunding
The caucus will advocate for Hampton University, Norfolk State University, Virginia State University, Virginia Union University, and the Virginia University of Lynchburg.
January 22, 2026
HBCUs
Morris Brown College Reinstates President After Abrupt Termination
Board cites procedural failures in firing, apologizes to campus community.
January 20, 2026
HBCUs
UNCF Report Reveals HBCU Presidents Serve Nearly Two Years Less Than National Average
The report found that HBCU presidents serve an average of 4.22 years compared to the 5.9-year national average for all college presidents.
January 16, 2026
HBCUs
National Action Network, Alpha Phi Alpha Launch HBCU Leadership Initiative
The Ascend HBCU Tour will bring civil rights advocacy directly to historically Black college campuses across the country.
January 12, 2026
HBCUs
Survey Reveals Major Gaps in HBCU Exposure Among High School Students
The report offers several recommendations for high schools and districts, including providing more exposure to HBCU scholarships and financial aid opportunities, training teachers to review student data for achievement gaps, and engaging school staff in anti-bias training.
January 5, 2026
HBCUs
MacKenzie Scott Doubles Down on HBCU Support with $25 Million Gift to Lincoln University
Scott's latest contribution to Lincoln is part of her broader philanthropic strategy of providing substantial, unrestricted gifts to minority-serving institutions.
December 7, 2025
HBCUs
City Fund, Bloomberg Philanthropies Launch $20M Initiative for HBCU-Charter School Partnerships
The initiative aims to leverage HBCUs' institutional expertise and community trust to expand access to high-quality public education while creating pathways to college and career success.
December 5, 2025
From the Magazine
How A. Zachary Faison Jr. Led Edward Waters from Survival to Excellence
Now, the longest-serving HBCU president in Florida, Faison has led the institution through its transition from college to university status.
December 2, 2025
HBCUs
Xavier University Receives $38 Million from MacKenzie Scott
Second major gift from philanthropist brings total support to $58 million.
November 20, 2025
HBCUs
MacKenzie Scott Channels Over $700 Million to HBCUs in Historic Giving Spree
The latest wave of contributions arrived Friday, with Prairie View A&M University in Texas receiving $63 million, Bowie State University in Maryland securing $50 million, and Philander Smith University in Arkansas obtaining $19 million.
November 17, 2025
HBCUs
Applications Soar to Public HBCUs Even as Funding Gaps Threaten National Competitiveness
An analysis reveals these institutions drive economic mobility and STEM talent production while operating with far fewer resources than peers.
November 6, 2025
From the Magazine
Realizing the Dream
Morgan State University President Dr. David Wilson outlines plans to open new medical school.
November 5, 2025
HBCUs
Alabama HBCU Sells Historic Murals to Secure Institution's Future
The sale brought the college approximately $20 million, representing a creative solution to the severe financial pressures facing the private HBCU.
November 4, 2025
HBCUs
Howard University, VSU and Spelman Receives Record Gifts from MacKenzie Scott
All three universities say that the philanthropic gifts will help to focus on student success initiatives.
October 31, 2025
HBCUs
Alcorn State Receives Record $42 Million Gift from MacKenzie Scott
The unrestricted donation represents Scott's second major contribution to the Mississippi institution. She previously gave $25 million in 2020, bringing her total support to $67 million.
October 29, 2025
HBCUs
MacKenzie Scott Awards $76 Million to Two HBCUs in Record-Breaking Donation
The gifts are part of Scott's broader commitment to historically Black colleges and universities. This year alone, Scott has given over $300 million to HBCUs and programs supporting students from marginalized communities.
October 29, 2025
HBCUs
MacKenzie Scott's $63M Gift to Morgan State Signals Continued Confidence in HBCU Leadership
Second transformative donation in five years brings philanthropist's total giving to the university to $103 million.
October 15, 2025
HBCUs
Blank Foundation Commits $50M to Atlanta HBCU Scholarships
The program is projected to assist nearly 10,000 students who have exhausted other financial aid options, including federal grants, state assistance and loans.
October 13, 2025
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