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Register for the Top Talent Basketball Camp at Central State University!
Central State University Beacom / Lewis Gym June 8th and June 10-14 Boys & Girls ages 9 - 18 Camping day 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Learn about the game of Basketball and develop skills through instruct
What is the real purpose of Memorial Day?
Memorial Day is on its way and many across the country are preparing for it. Some look at it as a day off from work, and a time to relax and unwind, and some actually honor the real purpose of this
Carol Burnett to receive Mark Twain Prize
Cindy Clark, USA TODAY11:16 a.m. EDT May 21, 2013 The entertainer, 80, will receive the American humor prize and will be saluted at a star-studded gala on Oct. 20. Carol Burnett has been making
HBCU Treasure: Melinda Gates' Graduation Speech at Duke University
Saying "humanity in the abstract will never inspire you in the same way as human beings you meet," Melinda Gates urged Duke University's graduates Sunday to use new technology to connect with others, including people in the developing world whose lives Americans can now touch in a more personal way.
Can we help prevent Natural Disasters?
What we put out is what we get back. If we put out good into the earthly world we will and should get back good, right? If we do right by our Earth our Mother Nature will do right by us. Maybe? It's
HBCU Legacy: Michelle Obama Addresses 2013 Graduates at Bowie State University
Michelle Obama encouraged the graduates of Bowie State University on Friday to live up to the legacy of their university's founders and the leaders of the civil rights movement by promoting the import
HBCU Motivation: President Obama's Morehouse College Commencement Speech
Check out the speech our President delivered at the 2013 Morehouse College Commencement! Pay it Forward....
Explore discounted Healthcare Insurance options for HBCUs!
iCan is an innovative and forward-thinking company that understands the needs of the HBCU community. They provide a wide range of insurance and non-insurance products, and their focus on customer service makes them an ideal partner for HBCU. Their products come from some of the nation’s premier insu
Blacks at Microsoft (BAM) gets involved with first annual AppDay!
AppDay is a kickoff activity apart of a larger initiative started by several employees at Microsoft in concert with TEALS and passionate teachers at Rainier Beach to bring programming curriculum to Seattle schools. We need the help of software engineers in Puget Sound to make this initiative a succe
Bill Gates: Steve Jobs was better at design than I was
In an emotional interview on "60 Minutes", the Microsoft chairman speaks of visiting Steve Jobs in his last days and marveling at how well he understood the concept of brand. by Chris Matyszczyk
Three reasons why we need more women in technology - How Microsoft empowers women
By Sandeep Sood When it comes to balancing work and life, including a rewarding, impactful professional role, can women have it all? YES, says recruiter Sandeep Sood, who has hired hundreds of women in tech over 14 years, after his own five-year career in engineering. In Sandeep’s own words, as w
Celebrate Mothers Day all week long. Today we honor Michelle Obama the ultimate Mother!
Happy Mother's Week to all of you women and men who are raising our future President's, and First Lady's! First Lady Michelle Obama is a mother of high esteem who always sets a great example of the definition of a Mother. We appreciate your positive example and lift you up in praise. This week we
Seeing Double: Twin Valedictorians Achieve Success With Balance
Kristie and Kirstie Bronner, C’2013, have always done everything together — from dressing alike in elementary school to double dating in high school. On May 19, the music majors from Atlanta will grad
Filmmaker and Morehouse Grad Spike Lee ‘79 Reminisces About “School Daze”
By ADD SEYMOUR JR. The summer after Shelton “Spike” Lee’s sophomore year at Morehouse, his advisor told him that he needed to choose a major. It was the summer of 1977 and Lee was home in Brooklyn,
Spring Primary/Special Election Day Is Tuesday, May 7 - VOTE!
Tomorrow is the day to get out and Vote in the Primary Election. Your city is depending on you to help select the best candidate to lead you towards success! Find out where your voting polls are
On Teacher’s Day, Two Ways of Saying Thanks
Today marks the start of National Teacher Appreciation Week – a great opportunity to show teachers how much they matter to us. One great way to thank teachers is by supporting organizations that help them do their best work. I recently met with representative of one such organization, the Teachin
Spend Mother's Day with Maya Angelou!
Coming May 12: A Conversation with Maya Angelou All-new episodes of "Super Soul Sunday" are coming your way on Mother's Day! Tune in Sunday, May 12, as our new season kicks off with one of Oprah's
Smile. It's the day to Celebrate! Happy Cinco de Mayo!!!
How are you spending your Cinco de Mayo? We are grilling, communing, and uplifting over here at the HBCUConnect House! This time last year we were at the Obama Rally held at OSU working and cheer
Be apart of the largest Greekfest in the country. Reserve your spot at the Atlanta Greek Weekend!
We have recently partnered with the largest Greek Event in the country to create an excellent opportunity for employers to interface with HBCU and Greek Fraternity/Sorority alumni from all over the co
Things Justin McIntosh Loves
Justin McIntosh is editor of Columbus Alive. These are a few of his favorite things. Numero, Eccentric Soul: The Capsoul Label Available at Spoonful Records, 116 E. Long St., Downtown Numero’
Yes, Some Education Beyond High School Is Important
by Dr. Elwood Watson Lately, it seems that a person cannot pick up a newspaper, look through a magazine or peruse a website blog without coming across an article bemoaning the continuing devaluati
Last of 4 Charged With Hazing Virginia State University Students
Chesterfield County police said Tuesday that the last of four men charged with hazing after two Virginia State University students drowned is in custody. Police say Charles E. Zollicoffer II, 29, t
Reserve your tickets & hotel for the "2013 Atlanta Greek Picnic Weekend"!
The Atlanta Greek Picnic Weekend is the biggest and best greek weekend in the country. Since 2004, thousands of Divine 9 greeks travel from all over the country for one amazing weekend of Greek unity
TSU Names Hayes-Perry Women's Basketball Head Coach
Texas Southern University has named Johnetta Hayes-Perry head women's basketball coach. TSU Director of Athletics, Dr. Charles McClelland, made the announcement promoting Hayes-Perry who spent last se
The Original Black College website seconds Diddy's message: Say no to "knockoffs"!
There are plenty of choices out there when it comes to selecting your wine and spirits! Choosing one that gives you the best experience is the route to go. My favorite is Peach Ciroc of course! Wha