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Lil Durk Teams Up With STARRY to Give HBCU Students $333K in Prizes & Scholarships

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Music and sports go hand in hand. Especially now, basketball fans are tuned in more than ever as professional and college teams compete for the playoff spots and championships. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information This coming spring, rapper Lil Durk is teaming up with the soda STARRY to reward HBCU students for their passion for […]

SOURCE SPORTS: AT&T Continues as Presenting Partner for NBA HBCU Classic

AT&T Continues as Presenting Partner for NBA HBCU Classic

The NBA has announced that AT&T will once again be the presenting partner for the NBA HBCU Classic, marking their third consecutive year of collaboration. In this ongoing commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), participating schools Virginia Union University (VUU) and Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) from the CIAA will each receive $100,000 from […]

NBA’s HBCU Fellowship Program to Empower Students for Third Consecutive Year

NBA's HBCU Fellowship Program Empowers Students for Third Consecutive Year

In its third year, the NBA’s HBCU Fellowship Program is set to provide career development opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The paid 10-week summer internship initiative, running from June to August, places fellows in NBA teams and the league office across diverse departments, including ticket sales, corporate […]

SOURCE SPORTS: Former HBCU Baseballer Brandon Rembert Hopes To Inspire Others With Career In MLB

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Brandon Rembert, born and raised in Pensacola, FL, is a former standout college baseball player for HBCU Alcorn State University.  Located in Lorman, Mississippi, Alcorn State was the college home to noteworthy individuals such as the late former NFL quarterback Steve McNair and the late Academy Award-nominated actor Michal Clarke Duncan.  Brandon Rembert has hopes […]

NBA Announces Virginia Union University vs. Winston-Salem State University for 2024 HBCU Classic

NBA Announces Exciting Lineup for 2024 HBCU Classic

The National Basketball Association (NBA) has officially revealed the exciting lineup for the 2024 NBA HBCU Classic presented by AT&T. The highly anticipated event will feature the Virginia Union University Panthers (VUU) and the Winston-Salem State University Rams (WSSU) men’s basketball programs, creating a thrilling Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) matchup. This showdown is scheduled […]

MTN DEW Fuels Diversity in Gaming with the Epic Return of MTN DEW Real Change Challenge Esports Tournament

MTN DEW Fuels Diversity in Gaming with the Epic Return of MTN DEW Real Change Challenge Esports Tournament

MTN DEW® is doubling down on its commitment to uplift diverse gamers with the return of the MTN DEW Real Change Challenge in 2023. This year, the challenge focuses on promoting representation in esports and gaming, supporting HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) student gamers. The nationwide tournament will feature Mortal Kombat 1, the latest […]

NBA Foundation Announces $3.6 Million in Funding to Extend Partnership with Children’s Defense Fund

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The NBA Foundation has made its largest single contribution to date, totaling $3.6 million over three years, to the Children’s Defense Fund (CDF). Through this collaboration, CDF will assist in the identification of candidates and program management for the NBA HBCU Fellowship Program. The Foundation’s Fellowship, which will be launched in 2022, will provide undergraduate […]

On This Date In Black History Month: At Least A Dozen HBCUs Get Bomb Threats On First Day Of #BHM One Year Ago

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Last year on the first day of Black History month, at least a dozen Historically Black Colleges and Universities received bomb threats, causing the schools to either evacuate or dismiss classes for that day altogether, showing the relentless commitment to racism in this country, especially towards its specialized, secondary learning institutions. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more […]

Spike Lee & Gersh Agency Launch Atlanta HBCU Fellowship Program

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Iconic director and Morehouse alum Spike Lee partners with Gersh Agency to launch the HBCU Fellowship Program in Atlanta, Georgia. The partnership will create more opportunities for students at historically Black colleges and universities. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information MORE: Spike Lee Throws Shots at Bill Cosby; Claims He Stole Something From Him #RobbiReed “It […]

Beats By Dre Partners With Black Creators To Make Afrofuturism Content

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The Beats by Dre‘s Beats by Black Creators program challenged HBCU students to create a film and soundtrack based on the Afrofuturism concept. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information With that being said, Maze is a coming-of-age psychological thriller directed by Spellman student Miya Scaggs! In fact, the thrilling new project came about as a collaborative […]

‘Elevate or Terminate,’ Deion Sanders Is the University of Colorado’s New Head Coach

‘Elevate or Terminate,’ Deion Sanders Is the University of Colorado’s New Head Coach

After leading Jackson State to an undefeated season, Coach Deion Sanders has announced that he will be heading to the University of Colorado in the 2023-2024 NCAA football season. Colorado made the welcoming announcement over the weekend as social media erupted with mixed emotions over Sanders leaving the HBCU program. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information […]

Nike Yardrunner Heather Haynes Talks Creating Nike Dunk for Clark Atlanta University & More

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Nike is continuing to change the game with its Nike Yardrunners campaign, a component of its impact on the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) community through purpose-driven products, storytelling, recruitment, and investments. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information Nike Yardrunners was established in 2020, giving the brand a chance to collaborate with HBCU trailblazers and […]

SOURCE SPORTS: Nike Announces Latest Yardrunners Class & Product Collection Celebrating the HBCU Community

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Nike’s mission is to alter the game for everyone by removing obstacles and fostering a sense of camaraderie in the world. Nike continues to support the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) community through purpose-driven products, storytelling, recruitment, and investments, such as our 2025 Target to invest $10 million in HBCUs and Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) […]

Travis Scott Donates $1M to Black College Students To Ensure They Graduate

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According to a report from TMZ, rapper Travis Scott has decided to give Black college students a large monetary incentive to become graduates. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information According to the report, Scott awarded $1 million in scholarships to 100 students at HBCUs that are slated to walk across the stage in 2022. Scott’s Waymon […]

Preserving Legacy: Nonprofit Organization Grants More Than $650,000 To Five HBCUs

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A nonprofit organization is granting more than 650-thousand dollars to five Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information According to the Miami Herald, The National Trust for Historic Preservation announced the grants will be funded through its HBCU Cultural Heritage Stewardship Initiative. The National Trust for Historic Preservation awarded the grants to […]

Megan Thee Stallion Graduates from HBCU TSU with Bachelor’s Degree

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Megan Thee Stallion is a savage and college graduate. While earning Grammys, touring, and setting viral trends the 26-year-old H-Town hottie was also earning her bachelor’s degree in health administration from Texas Southern University.   Visit streaming.thesource.com for more information This afternoon, the “Big Ole Freak” spitta walked the graduation stage in a classic black cap […]

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