Tag: Homecoming

Students
TMCF to Host Virtual HBCU Homecoming Event Oct. 25
The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) will host a virtual concert and fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 25 putting the focus directly on historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs).
October 22, 2020
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Benedict College Cancels In-Person Homecoming Events
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Benedict College, an Historically Black institution, has cancelled in-person homecoming events for the fall semester. Homecoming activities, which include a parade, a block party, galas, alumni parties and a Greek step show, were scheduled for Oct. 11-18. However, there is consideration about hosting a possible virtual celebration, according to the […]
July 9, 2020
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Howard Cancels Its Homecoming Citing COVID-19 Concerns
Howard University’s Howard Homecoming — an historic and annual event which typically attracts tens of thousands of people to the institution — has been cancelled for 2020, reports ABC 7 WJLA news. Due to the large crowds Howard Homecoming draws, the event would be too difficult to conduct safely in the age of COVID-19, said […]
July 6, 2020
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Radio Personality Donates $250,000 to SC State University
Radio personality Lenard Larry McKelvey, professionally known as Charlamagne Tha God, donated $250,000 for student scholarships at South Carolina State University, a historically Black university, according to WLTX19. Charlamagne announced his donation during the school’s homecoming celebration this past weekend. On Instagram, Charlamagne wrote: “always remember, investing in [historically black colleges and universities] is investing […]
October 24, 2019
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Beyoncé’s ‘Homecoming’ Brings HBCU Culture to the Forefront
From paying homage to the historic marching bands and dancers at the nation’s historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to demonstrating the resiliency, beauty and sacrifice embedded in the Black experience, Beyoncé’s newly released documentary Homecoming is a testament to the vivacity of Black culture that is celebrated at HBCUs.
April 24, 2019
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Students
Welcome Home
As educational spaces, colleges and universities carry the burden of creating a welcoming and inclusive home for all students. Establishing an empowering and nurturing campus climate is the first step in changing student attitudes towards underrepresented students.
December 12, 2018
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