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Lena Bryan (‘27), a junior political science major, was recently appointed to serve in the Spanberger Administration. She will begin on Monday, February 16, 2026, as the Executive Assistant to Sesha Joi Moon, Chief Diversity Officer and Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, in the Office of the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Bryan says …

DID YOU KNOW⁉️ In 1980, there was a movie shot on Grambling State's campus based on the true story of our first white quarterback, Jim Gregory (portrayed in the movie by Caitlyn Jenner/Bruce Jenner). The movie Grambling's White Tiger follows the freshman year of Jim Gregory, who came to Grambling College in 1968, a time when …

#BHM2026 | Born and raised in Durham, North Carolina, Ernie Barnes (1938–2009) graduated from North Carolina Central University in 1960, where he studied art and played football on a full athletic scholarship. After NCCU, Barnes played professionally in the AFL (now NFL) with the New York Titans, San Diego Chargers, and Denver Broncos before retiring from …

Tiger Fans, we have some major [league] events coming up! Feb. 13-15: It's once again time to "Take THEE out to the ball game," as the Jackson State Tigers baseball team participates in the MLB HBCU Power Series. ⚾️ Feb. 16: For the first time ever, ESPN's SportsCenter on Campus will be in the AAC for a …

Corporate Day 👔👗💼 Professionalism at Alcorn isn't just one day, it's our way of life. Making moves, building careers, securing your future is what we do at the Academic Resort! #AlwaysAlcorn

Balancing playbooks and textbooks isn’t easy but he made it look effortless. Today we spotlight former MBA student and athlete Trey Rutledge whose drive, focus, and perseverance defined his graduate journey and set the tone for future! #StartHere #aamugrad

Excellence in our past. Power in our present. Flight in our future. ✈️🖤 Today, we celebrate our Aviation Science Management Program, home to the only internationally accredited aviation program in Texas and one of just two HBCUs in the nation with this distinction. Texas Southern Aviation represents what happens when legacy meets leadership. With a standard of …

Lena Bryan (‘27) a junior political science major, was recently appointed to serve in the Spanberger Administration. She will begin on Monday, February 16, 2026, as the Executive Assistant to Sesha Joi Moon, Chief Diversity Officer and Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, in the Office of the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Bryan says …

Alcorn State University alumni continue to make their mark through service and leadership that impacts our nation and world. This Black History Month, we honor those who embody the Always Alcorn spirit through their commitment and achievements. Lt. Col. Alicia E. King, a Liberty, Miss., native, is a 2006 graduate of Alcorn State University, where she …

Culture always finds its way to The Mecca. Appreciate the pull-up in your Fall Off era, @realcoleworld #howarduniversity #jcole

The Jackson State University family extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of James "Lap" Baker. Baker was a member of the Golden Class of 1970 and a pivotal advocate for establishing the annual Gibbs-Green Commemoration at Jackson State. He also served as an adjunct professor for more than 23 years. Memorial Service Friday, February 13, …

Baseball season is officially in full swing! ⚾️ The 2026 season kicked off with a ceremonial first pitch from Miss Southern, Gala Marcus. Let’s make this season one to remember, Jags! #WeAreSouthern #HBCU

First Hump Day of the year, Valentine’s edition 💌 It’s a great day to be a Tiger!

Nine Alabama A&M University Army ROTC cadets put their physical endurance, mental toughness and leadership skills to the test while competing in the Titan Brigade Ranger Challenge at Fort Benning, Georgia. The event brought together 473 cadets from 43 teams representing ROTC programs across the Army’s 6th Brigade, known as the Titans. Designed to simulate …

Tiger Fans, we have some major [league] events coming up! Feb. 13-15: The JSU baseball team participates in the MLB HBCU Power Series. ⚾️ Feb. 16: For the first time ever, ESPN's SportsCenter on Campus will be in the AAC for a live broadcast. Doors open at 9 a.m. 🏀 pic.x.com/QM5ZTGk9ZYpic.x.com/QM5ZTGk9ZYpic.x.com/QM5ZTGk9ZYpic.x.com/QM5ZTGk9ZY

Congratulations to Lena Bryan on her appointment to the Spanberger Administration, serving under Governor Abigail Spanberger. Spartan excellence in action. We see the future in you, Lena! pic.x.com/n5rWkWnNv4

Big news for the future of health equity. Howard University College of Medicine has received a $1M grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to strengthen the medical education pipeline and expand programs that support future physicians, researchers, and health leaders. From pic.x.com/hc6BnePEgJ

Alcorn alum Jeremiah “JJ” Williamson has taken comedy by storm since 1995. The Jackson, Miss. native has opened for Cedric “The Entertainer” for 15 years, co-starred in “Johnson Family Vacation” & now cohosts the "DeDe In The Morning Show." #AlwaysAlcorn pic.x.com/JaYEdJaFQZ

#BHM2026 | Dr. LeRoy T. Walker (1918–2012) broke barriers as the first African American U.S. Olympic track and field coach and U.S. Olympic Committee president. As NCCU chancellor from 1983 to 1986, his leadership expanded opportunity and excellence. #WeAreNCCU #Olympics #HBCU pic.x.com/lIBu17qP65pic.x.com/lIBu17qP65pic.x.com/lIBu17qP65

#bulldogs put their own spin on the classic tale of Anansi the Spider!!🐶 pic.x.com/c4VXVzaYbKpic.x.com/c4VXVzaYbKpic.x.com/c4VXVzaYbKpic.x.com/c4VXVzaYbK

No Valentine? No problem! At least you’re a Tiger, that's a win. Valentine's Day is tomorrow, but Texas Southern Tiger Excellence is every day! It's a Great Day to Be a Tiger! pic.x.com/pLNXZazIQspic.x.com/pLNXZazIQspic.x.com/pLNXZazIQspic.x.com/pLNXZazIQs