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Judge Does The Right Thing and Temporarily Shuts Down Trump Anti-DEI Orders For HBCU 1890s National Scholars Program
In a significant and uplifting development, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the reinstatement of the esteemed 1890 National Scholars Program. This pivotal initiative, established in 1992, offers full-tuition scholarships to students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), aiming to cultivate the next generation of leaders in agriculture, food, and natural resource sciences.
Attorneys General Reaffirm Legality of DEI Initiatives in the Workplace
In a significant move supporting diversity and inclusion, Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell, alongside a coalition of 16 attorneys general, has issued guidance affirming the legality and importance of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) initiatives in the workplace. This collective effort aims to assist businesses, nonprofits, and other organizations in understanding that DEIA policies are not only lawful but also essential for creating thriving, compliant workplaces.
Why Employers Trust HBCU CONNECT to Deliver Top Talent
One of our recent partners, Yelp, shared their experience leveraging HBCU CONNECT to fill critical sales roles. They highlighted the targeted reach, efficiency, and strong network that made our service stand out from traditional recruitment methods.
Making History: Youngest African American Female Pilot Pursues Education at HBCU Spelman College!
Breaking Barriers: Kamora Freeland’s Historic Journey from Pilot to Spelman Scholar At just 17 years old, Kamora Freeland has a
Maximus Opens Applications for 2025 Summer Internships on HBCU CONNECT - Apply Today!
Are you ready to gain real-world experience, develop your professional skills, and build connections that will launch your career? Maximus, a leader in technology-driven business solutions, is offering awesome internship opportunities across a variety of fields!
Air Force Removes Tuskegee Airmen Training Videos Following Trump’s DEI Order!
In a controversial move, the U.S. Air Force has removed training courses that featured videos highlighting the heroic contributions of the Tuskegee Airmen and the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) during World War II.
Response to President Trump's Attack on DEI - Defending Diversity in Hiring: A Business Imperative and Call to Action!
In light of recent federal policies, led by President Trump, rolling back diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, business leaders and advocates for workplace equity are sounding the alarm about the potential long-term consequences. These changes threaten to undermine decades of progress in creating equitable workplaces and fostering innovation through inclusive hiring practices.
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: A Legacy of Inspiration for the HBCU Community!
<p>As we commemorate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we honor not only the life of a great leader but also the profound connection he shared with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Dr. King’s legacy resonates deeply within the HBCU community
Abbvie Internship Opportunity for Nursing & Biology Students!
HBCU CONNECT is working with Abbvie to help them hire more HBCU Students and Minority Students for their 2025 Internship Program and wanted to invite you to apply!
Explore Fall 2025 Internships & Co-Op Opportunities with Ansys - Special Event!
We’re inviting YOU to a special virtual event tailored for ambitious students like yourself! Learn all about the Fall 2025 Ansys Internship and Co-op Programs—featuring exciting opportunities in engineering, software development, testing, research & development, and so much more.
New Director of I.T. Opportunity with Kellogg's - Excellent Pay & Benefits!
Time for a better career with better pay, benefits and exciting work? Lead with Kellogg Company in IT! We’re looking for a strategic leader with a knack for problem solving who’s ready to learn, grow and has a passion for continuous improvement. As an Infrastructure Support Lead, you’ll be a key leader for Kellogg IT operations and will have the opportunity to lead projects, contribute to system design and manager vendors all while coaching and developing your team of I.T. all-stars.
Merck Leadership Development Program for Graduating Seniors - Deadline Friday!
HBCUConnect.com founder Will Moss announced a new partnership between Merck, a global biopharmaceutical company known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, and HBCUConnect.com, the largest social network and career site targeting the students, faculty, and alumni from Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The partnership is designed to introduce graduating seniors from Historically Black Colleges and Universities to Merck’s Leadership Development Program.
Girlz at The Gate - Virginia State University
Virginia State University's Girlz at The Gate wake up every morning at 5:30am to pray for the university. They walk the campus invoking the spirit of Christ's presence unceasingly for faculty, students and alumni. It is their way of protecting their beloved university while insuring both its success and safety.
Virginia State University's President - Dr. Makola Abdullah Hits the TEDxRVA Stage!
Virginia State University President Dr. Makola Abdullah takes his message to the TEDxRVA stage. Dr. Abdullah was invited to give a talk on "STEM and The Arts" at the Carpenter Theatre in downtown Richmond where over 18OO people joined him. What a talk! He even had the crowd singing along to the infamous Motown hit song "My Girl" which garnished him rave reviews.
VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY - Embracing Opportunities for Excellence!
VSU’s new president wants the world to know that VSU is a great value and a great source of leaders – In his first 100 days as the 14th president of Virginia State University, Makola M. Abdullah, Ph.D., has shared a clear vision for the University’s future. Dr. Abdullah wants VSU to prepare its students to excel in an ever-changing global marketplace, “We want to grow leaders in every sense of the word,” he says. “Not just great employees for their first jobs, but young people who are culturally competent and ready to solve the world’s problems.”
Professional Networking Reception for HBCU Alumni - Register to Attend!
We are excited to announce a partnership between Tech Giant - Symantec and The HBCU mega site - HBCUConnect.com, inviting HBCU alumni and African American professionals on the West Coast (or traveling to the area) to an evening of networking at Symantec's beautiful Headquarters in Mountain View, California Headquarters! Click to find out more.
Apple to Invest over $40 Million Dollars into HBCUs - Time to major in Computer Science!!!
On Tuesday Johnny C. Taylor, President and CEO of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund stopped by “NewsOne Now” to make a major announcement that could literally change the lives of thousands of HBCU students across the country. In an exclusive interview with Fortune, Apple’s human resources chief Denise Young Smith said the company is partnering with several non-profit organizations on a multi-year, multi-million-dollar effort ...
Top 10 Scholarships for HBCU Students
Check out the top 10 most popular scholarships for HBCU students online, compiled just for our members of HBCUConnect.com and HBCU.COM! Please share this info with a college student in your family or church...
Ford Awards Spelman College Students $75,000 for Community Challenge Contest!
Ford Motor Company and Ford Motor Company Fund today announced Spelman College as winner of the 2014 Historically Black Colleges & Universities Commun
Top 10 List of Best HBCUs (According to US News & World Report) for 2015 Released!
These historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) were compared only with one another for these rankings. In order to be on the list, a school must be currently designated by the U.S. Department of Education as an HBCU.
HBCU Students Unite To Protest Ferguson Grand Jury Decision
Students at historically Black colleges and universities are uniting in protest of the grand jury’s decision Monday night to not indict Darren Wilson.
Excellent Internship Opportunities with JP Morgan Chase - Apply Now - Deadline December 1st!
Please spread the word about the below interview day and internship opportunity! If you enjoy turning challenges into solutions, you could build a
Jury Recently Passed Judgement in FAMU drum major's hazing death...
A former Florida A&M band member accused of being the ringleader of a brutal hazing ritual known as "Crossing Bus C" that killed a drum major was in front of a jury Friday of manslaughter and felony hazing. They came to a decision...
North Carolina A&T University Becomes Largest HBCU In The Nation!
Preliminary fall enrollment numbers indicate that North Carolina A&T State University has secured the largest enrollment of a historically black colle
HBCUConnect.com Partners with Merck to Launch New Online Health & Wellness Channel for African Americans!
HBCU CONNECT (www.hbcuconnect.com), the trusted source for community engagement and lifestyle information for the alumni of America's Historically Black Colleges & Universities, recently announced a new partnership with innovative pharmaceutical company Merck (www.merck.com).