Our Culture HBCU

05/01/2024

Welcome to the wild and wonderful world of HBCU life! 🎉

Late Nights, Early Mornings: From the '3 AM Snack Run' to the '8 AM Lecture,' our HBCU rhythm never sleeps! 💤

Dorm Life Chronicles: Ever mastered the 'Shower Flip-Flop Dance'? Or solved 'The Mystery of Missing Laundry'? 🚿🧦

Cafeteria Adventures: Brace for 'Mystery Meat Mondays' and conquer 'The Legendary Chicken Nugget Line'! 🍗🔍

Campus Slang 101: Are you 'Flexin' in the Quad' or experiencing 'Library Lockdown'? Decode the HBCU lingo! 💬

Extracurricular Shenanigans: Dive into 'The Epic Lip Sync Battle' and embrace 'Intramural Sports Mishaps'! 🎤⚽

Which HBCU tales do you relate to? Share your story!

04/30/2024

Discover the legacy and excellence of Tennessee State University! From its humble beginnings as the Agricultural and Industrial State Normal School in 1912 to its current status as a thriving urban institution, TSU stands as a beacon of academic achievement and community empowerment.

With a rich history of notable alumni making waves in civil rights, politics, entertainment, and sports, TSU continues to shape the future through research, innovation, and community engagement.

Which HBCU did you come from? Share your pride with us! 🎓✨

01/15/2024

Today, we remember Martin Luther King Jr., a man whose dream transformed a nation. Let’s carry forward his legacy of justice, equality, and unity. Our dreams have the power to shape a brighter future. Happy MLK Day! 🌟

01/01/2024

🎉 Happy New Year from Our Culture HBCU family! 🎊 May this year be filled with success, growth, and moments that bring us closer together. Let’s continue to shine brightly and make strides toward our dreams! 🌟

09/22/2023

Sixteen years of love, laughter, and countless memories together. From that magical day we said ‘I do,’ to every adventure, challenge, and beautiful moment we’ve shared since, I couldn’t have asked for a more amazing partner by my side. You are the love of my life, my best friend, and my rock. Here’s to us, to the journey we’ve traveled, and to the many more years of happiness that lie ahead. Happy 16th anniversary, my love . ❤️

08/16/2023

Remembering an icon, Clarence Avant, who has left an indelible mark. A true trailblazer and game-changer in the entertainment industry. Your legacy will continue to inspire generations.

Rest in power, Clarence Avant. 🙏🏼

07/31/2023

🌟📚 Motivational Monday: Rise and Shine, HBCU Family! 🎓🔥

💪 Embracing Excellence, Celebrating Heritage! 💪

🏛️🎓 Let's kickstart the week with the spirit of Historically Black Colleges and Universities! 🚀 Embracing our heritage, we stand strong, ready to conquer every challenge that comes our way. Together, we'll make this week one for the books! 📚💫

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07/24/2023

Tag an HBCU alum or student to spread the inspiration and let's make this week a remarkable one! 🤝💖

07/18/2023

Guess what, profiteers!

I have just been accepted as an official Media Ambassador!

I am proud to be part of a small, highly vetted group that will be sharing financial expertise and advice to the media.

07/17/2023

I am incredibly grateful and honored to see my words featured in Forbes Magazine, a globally renowned powerhouse in the financial realm.

It fills me with immense excitement to know that my insights have reached a broader audience, allowing me to share my knowledge with more people.

Cheers to the privilege of sharing my insights with a wider audience, and here's to making Payneful Profits together!

Read the full article here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/investor-hub/article/best-financial-stocks-in-2023/?sh=1a05c9983d2d

05/23/2023

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HBCU Medical Student To Participate At Saints Training Camp

Schyler Morton, a Meharry Medical College student and the Xavier University of Louisiana graduate, will participate in the expansion of the National Football League's Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative.

Morton is grateful to participate in a once-in-a-lifetime dream such as The NFL Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative.

Break a leg, Schyler! 🤎

News credit: New Orleans Saints website

05/22/2023

05/17/2023

The Mann Center in Philadelphia will hold its inaugural HBCU festival.

Teens, college students and adults will have an opportunity to experience the academic offerings, history and pride of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) through a daylong series of events.

Will you be there? 🤎

04/22/2023

Our guest Starr Essence, a TSU alumna, shares how her time at TSU taught her to persevere and believe in the power of melanated people. 🙌🏾

Watch the full video on YouTube now! 💪🏾

04/19/2023

🎬 Don't miss out on Starr Essence's tips for college entrepreneurs! 🔍📈 Watch the full episode on YouTube now and learn how to test the market on your campus before entering the real world. 💡🎓

04/12/2023

Was it your best decision too?

Tell us why in the comments! 👇🏾🤎

04/11/2023

Charles Barkley making a slam dunk for education. The basketball icon has donated $1 million to 8 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), investing in education and opportunity for underserved communities.

04/03/2023

Congratulations to Team Barnett for their impressive victory over Team Reed at the second-ever HBCU All Star Game! These amazing athletes showcased the best of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and we can't wait to see what they'll achieve next.

Photo: NCAA

04/01/2023

Bri Butler, a rising star from Harlem, steals the spotlight during the New York Knick's HBCU Night, inspiring a new generation of ballers from Harlem and beyond.

During the game, the high school student was surprised with the Garden of Dreams Inspire Scholarship worth $60,000, enabling her to attend any HBCU of her choice.

Photo: Patch.com

Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/40KSiwo

03/31/2023

Shaping the future of science, one HBCU graduate at a time! A scientist at NSWCDD credits her success to the skills and knowledge she gained while attending an HBCU. Congratulations on your accomplishments and for being a shining example of the impact that HBCUs are vital for developing future leaders in science and technology.

Photo: Souther Maryland Chronicle

Full Article: https://bit.ly/3nBONdB

03/28/2023

From a humble beginning to the highest leadership position! A West Palm Beach-native has shattered the glass ceiling by becoming the president of an HBCU. This is a testament to the transformative power of education and hard work. A true role model for the next generation of leaders!

Full Article: https://yhoo.it/3z9xaUV

03/27/2023

From HBCU to groundbreaking residency! 🎊🎉🙌🏾

Congratulations to Vanderbilt's first Black woman neurosurgery resident, an HBCU alumna paving the way for a more diverse and inclusive future in medicine. 👏🏾🙌🏾🤎

Claps on this historic achievement! 👏🏾👏🏾

Photo: Tamia Potter's Instagram

Full Article: https://cnn.it/3zaCNCo

03/24/2023

Challenging stereotypes and defying expectations Fisk University makes history as the first HBCU to compete with an NCAA women's gymnastics team! 🎉👏

Full article: https://cbsn.ws/3K5Ouk3

Photos 📸: CBS News

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03/21/2023

Slam dunking their way to the top! Check out the all-time greatest HBCU basketball players, who left an indelible mark on the game.

Read here: https://bit.ly/3JWijTY

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03/16/2023

HBCU SpringComing that will take place on March 15-17 and will be held in Birmingham, Alabama.

“What better place to really double down our efforts and showcase [HBCUs’] contributions than in Birmingham, Alabama,” said Cornell Wesley, director of the city’s office of Innovation and Economic Opportunity and an HBCU graduate.

It will bring together alumni, advocates and allies of HBCU for a weekend of networking and professional development.

Are you coming? Let us know in the comments! 🤎⬇️

Full article: https://bit.ly/3JMa6ln
Photo 📸: The Birmingham Times

03/10/2023

Do you like vegan food?

A Black-owned Vegan Meat Brand called “Everything Legendary” helped 2 HBCUs to go vegan.

They have started partnering with Bowie State University the Morgan State University both based in Maryland.

Would you love to have vegan food in the dining halls? Let us know your thoughts! 🤎👏🏾

📸 Flipzphotography Instagram

Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3Js6xR8

03/08/2023

From historically black colleges and universities to the forefront of change, we celebrate the powerful legacy of all the trailblazing women who have left an indelible mark to the world and continue to break barriers, shatter glass ceilings and make history!

Happy International Women’s Day to all the women to continue to inspire us!

03/07/2023

Marching forward with hope and determination, inspired by the civil right activists who stood up on Bloody Sunday, March 7, 1965, in Selma, Alabama, in pursuit of equality and justice for all.

03/06/2023

“Believe in yourself, learn, and never stop wanting to build a better world.” - Mary McLeod Bethune

Start your week strong with a dose of motivation — Happy Motivational Monday from all of us here at ourculturehbcu 🙌🏾

03/01/2023

Breaking records and blazing trails, Shedeur Sanders takes home the 2022 Black College Football of the Year award. Continue to strike new grounds, Shedeur! 🎉

Massive congratulations to you 🙌🏾🔥

📸Shedeur Sanders’ instagram