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EntertainmentPresley Gerber, Son of Cindy Crawford, Dies at 27
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WellnessPatrick Clancy Opens Up About Losing His Three Children and Moving Forward After Mistrial
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Kulture SportzFrom Quitting to the 53-Man Roster
Undrafted rookie cornerback Malcolm DeWalt IV secured a spot on the Atlanta Falcons' 53-man roster over eight players with more NFL experience. DeWalt had walked away from football in college before returning to the sport at Akron.
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Kulture SportzA $6.5 Million Quarterback
Miami quarterback Darian Mensah is reportedly earning $6.5 million in NIL money this season, the highest figure in college sports according to On3. Mensah transferred from Duke after previously making $4 million there.
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EntertainmentHillman Is Back: A Different World Returns
A new generation of Black creators, alongside original producers Susan Fales-Hill and Debbie Allen, are reviving the HBCU sitcom A Different World for Netflix. The original was a top-five hit whose handling of the 1992 Los Angeles uprisings reportedly unsettled NBC executives.
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HBCUDiamond Johnson's Second Act
Former Norfolk State star Diamond Johnson finished as the second-leading scorer in the inaugural Upshot League season after being waived by the Minnesota Lynx. She was the only former HBCU player in the new domestic pro league.
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HBCUHonda Launches $10M Fund for HBCUs
Honda has announced a new $10 million fund dedicated to expanding institutional capacity across Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The commitment builds on the automaker's nearly four-decade partnership with HBCU institutions. According to reports, the investment will directly target critical campus infrastructure and technology enhancements.
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HBCUSC State Is Unanimous No. 1
South Carolina State was the unanimous No. 1 pick in the latest Black College Football Division I FCS poll after blanking Virginia State 66-0. The Bulldogs lead the nation in both scoring offense and scoring defense.
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HBCUBenedict Scholars Join National Fellowship
Three Benedict College students were selected for the inaugural HBCU Fellowship Cohort of the National Black Empowerment Council, making Benedict the only South Carolina HBCU represented. The fellowship offers professional networking, leadership development and cross-sector engagement.
HBCUThe Complete HBCU Dorm Room Essentials List for 2026
Discover the ultimate Dorm Room Essentials List tailored for HBCU students. From tech gadgets to Twin XL sheets, find 7 must-haves for a successful year. The post The Complete HBCU Dorm Room Essentials List for 2026 appeared first on HBCU Lifestyle – Black College Living .
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EntertainmentNetflix & HBCU Buzz Launch 'A Different World' Student Challenge
HBCU Buzz and Netflix have announced the 'A Different World Challenge,' encouraging HBCU students to highlight their school spirit and campus culture. Inspired by the legendary television show's intro sequence, the nationwide contest asks student teams to create their own modern reimagining of the iconic opening.
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HBCUA&T Students Named Astronaut Scholars
North Carolina A&T State University undergraduates Victoria Little and Avery C. Love were named 2026 Astronaut Scholars, an elite national STEM honor. Each will receive up to $15,000 in academic support and mentorship from astronauts and scientists.
HBCU$12M Dimon Gift Reaches 12 HBCUs
UNCF announced a $12 million gift from the James and Judith K. Dimon Foundation, with $1 million going to Jarvis Christian University to strengthen its endowment. The funding, split among 12 HBCUs, aims to expand health care and education pathways.
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Kulture SportzWay of Wade Enters College Hoops
Texas sophomore point guard Isaiah Johnson has become the first NIL athlete signed to Dwyane Wade's Way of Wade brand under Li-Ning. The deal marks the brand's first direct move into college basketball.
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