(Video) Howard University Announces that legendary actress and alumna Phylicia Rashad will serve as Dean of the College of Fine Arts

Congratulations to @PhyliciaRashad on her new role as the Dean for the College of Fine Arts at her alma mater @HowardU.

She spoke with our @kelleylcarter about her parents teaching her the importance of giving back to the community, especially Howard. #AnotherAct pic.twitter.com/9JmONGlDiL

— The Undefeated (@TheUndefeated) May 12, 2021

We are pleased to announce that legendary actress and alumna Phylicia Rashad will serve as Dean of the Howard University College of Fine Arts. Read more here: https://t.co/4H0jhg1kRf pic.twitter.com/uWQsDeESHB

— Howard University (@HowardU) May 12, 2021

Actor Phylicia Rashad is returning to her alma mater as the new dean of the Howard University College of Fine Arts. https://t.co/O3Z6xwsY2U (via @NewsHourArts)

— PBS NewsHour (@NewsHour) May 12, 2021

HBCU Heroes Presents "Secure The Bag" Career Fest

HBCU Heroes Presents "Secure The Bag" Career Fest https://t.co/hjhSjN1tXh via @WCN_TitanRadio

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 12, 2021

Michael Stone and Jacob Bradley earn Second Team All-MEC honors!

⚾ | Michael Stone and Jacob Bradley earn Second Team All-MEC honors!

📰: https://t.co/pBWZl8qjaY#GoSTATE pic.twitter.com/SizJzNzDAs

— WVSU Athletics (@WVSU_GoJackets) May 12, 2021

Ursin Shuts Down Grambling, Lady Braves Advance

Ursin Shuts Down Grambling, Lady Braves Advancehttps://t.co/FLddN9nQRc

— Alcorn Sports (@BRAVESSPORTS) May 12, 2021

PREVIEW: @NCCUSoftball at MEAC Softball Championship

PREVIEW: @NccuSoftball begins play in the 2021 MEAC Softball Championship tournament contested at Norfolk State University against Morgan State on Thursday at 3 p.m.

DETAILS:https://t.co/AszfP74JJa#EaglePride #EagleEra pic.twitter.com/Rbc5JXFPC3

— NCCU Athletics (@NCCUAthletics) May 12, 2021

Chicago State Women's Soccer Announces Four Signees

Incoming ... Women's soccer has announced four signees to its class of 2021.

Welcome to Chicago, Isabelle, Brianna, Ilaya and Alexa!

📰 https://t.co/73aQaMDzoz#OurChampionshipEra pic.twitter.com/ve2nDrn2Wk

— Chicago State Athletics (@ChiStateCougars) May 12, 2021

Today at City Hall we honored @FAMU_Golf for winning the 2021 MEAC championship. Congratulations on a stellar season!

Today at City Hall we honored @FAMU_Golf for winning the 2021 MEAC championship. Congratulations on a stellar season! #TallahasseeProud pic.twitter.com/6pR1OO2qAZ

— Mayor John E. Dailey (@MayorOfTLH) May 12, 2021

We want to send a HUGE thank you to Mayor Dailey @MayorOfTLH, @DianneWCox and the @CityofTLH Commission for welcoming @FAMU_Golf and @KortneG and recognizing our student-athletes for the amazing hard work they’ve put in‼️#FangsUp | #FAMU | #FAMULY | #BuildingChampions 🐍⛳️ pic.twitter.com/ZyGWqgPRQX

— Florida A&M Golf 🏌🏾🏌🏻 (@FAMU_Golf) May 12, 2021

PGA Tour Announces Partnership with NNPA on National Golf Day

PGA Tour Announces Partnership with NNPA on National Golf Day - https://t.co/zqDBLW5giE

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 12, 2021

Johnson C. Smith Golden Bulls gear up for fall athletics campaigns; Schedules, protocols going in place for restart

CHARLOTTE, N.C.- Johnson C. Smith is in the process of bringing athletics back from a pandemic-induced hiatus. 

Athletics director Steve Joyner said the school is planning on a return to all sports starting with the fall semester, the first activity since the 2020 CIAA basketball tournament. While coachCONTINUEes and athletes will have to handle physical challenges stemming from the long layoff, there have been academic rewards. 

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Cornerbacks coach Travis Makauskas announced his departure from the GSU coaching staff Tuesday via Twitter.

Cornerbacks coach Travis Makauskas announced his departure from the GSU coaching staff Tuesday via Twitter.

https://t.co/ANdpZ1OU7N

— The News-Star (@thenewsstar) May 12, 2021

2021 SWAC Softball Tournament bracket, schedule, results, game times

2021 SWAC Softball Tournament bracket, schedule, results, game times https://t.co/aAeozP4UAe

— The News-Star (@thenewsstar) May 12, 2021

FAMU visits N.C. Central seeking to clinch MEAC Southern Division title

FAMU visits N.C. Central seeking to clinch MEAC Southern Division title https://t.co/bnGoQQqEGb

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) May 12, 2021

Florida A&M Rattlers pickup via transfer portal talented long snapper, Lawrence Martinez, Jr. University of Central Florida

Martinez played at Apopka High School, a program that competed at Florida's highest classification level of  (FHSAA) Class 8A.  He has 4-years of eligibility remaining

Committed! 🐍@FAMU_FB @HCWillieSimmons @spadyj @HKA_Tanalski @4thDownU pic.twitter.com/6Ic5y0IHyk

— Lawrence Martinez Jr. (@iamlam__) May 12, 2021

Workin’ 🎯@HKA_Tanalski @4thDownU @4DUsnapping pic.twitter.com/P7QIQJOE7G

— Lawrence Martinez Jr. (@iamlam__) January 7, 2021

Apopka long snapper Lawrence Martinez commits to #UCF https://t.co/1w7KHZakcN pic.twitter.com/HHipueOvBA

— Chris Hays, Orlando Sentinel (@OS_ChrisHays) January 26, 2020

Nevada nabs field-stretching transfer in Arkansas Pine Bluff WR Harry Ballard III

Nevada nabs field-stretching transfer in Arkansas Pine Bluff WR Harry Ballard III https://t.co/L78rIHApGc

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 12, 2021

Harding High graduate Shareka McNeill transfers to NC A&T; D2 All-America at Virginia Union joins Aggies

Harding High graduate Shareka McNeill transfers to NC A&Thttps://t.co/MOK1CDdILH

📸 Virginia Union pic.twitter.com/oZnNtLTYfT

— The Charlotte Post (@thecharpost) May 12, 2021

Former Memphis assistant Tony Madlock and son TJ looking to rebuilding an HBCU basketball program at South Carolina State

@tonymadlock helped coach Memphis to an NIT title.

TJ Madlock led @hoops_mustang to a TSSAA state title.

The next challenge for the father and son? Rebuilding an HBCU basketball program at South Carolina State.

Story:https://t.co/h7pGl9Cwoa

— Khari Thompson (@_KhariThompson) May 12, 2021

TJ Madlock talks about his decision to play at SC State under his father, Tony https://t.co/C0ytRZIDtt

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 12, 2021

URI hires alum Todd Bozeman as men's basketball assistant

URI hires alum Todd Bozeman as men's basketball assistant https://t.co/gpRRHBPS1F via @projo

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 12, 2021

FAMU men's golf team set to be recognized by mayor, City Commissioners

FAMU men's golf team set to be recognized by mayor, City Commissioners https://t.co/X1Gq2SG0FX

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) May 12, 2021

MEAC Football: Morgan State add Ravens Super Bowl hero to staff

Jacoby Jones added at Morgan State (via @pastorddp) https://t.co/EjAyIWQ3wi

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 12, 2021

No. 1 Morgan State To Open MEAC Championship Against No. 2 North Carolina Central

No. 1 Morgan State To Open MEAC Championship Against No. 2 North Carolina Central https://t.co/YKYTqkbxGX

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 12, 2021

N.C. A&T Sturgis Named National Division I Women's Track Athlete of the Week

Sturgis Named National Division I Women's Track Athlete of the Week https://t.co/IVynzK4mtT

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 11, 2021

Troy Aikman sizes up Deion Sanders' first season at Jackson State

Troy Aikman sizes up Deion Sanders' first season at Jackson State https://t.co/qBsekXXeSE via @247sports

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 11, 2021

A&T's Macauley Earns Rookie of the Year

Macauley Earns Rookie of the Year https://t.co/ksroy8yyF9

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 11, 2021

UAPB’s Tyrin Ralph Named Second Team Stats Perform FCS All-American

UAPBs Tyrin Ralph Named Second Team Stats Perform FCS AllAmerican on Deltaplex News: UAPBs Tyrin Ralph Named Second Team Stats Perform FCS AllAmericanThe University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff senior standout https://t.co/g9j403hAUt

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) May 11, 2021

FAMU announces return to ‘pre-COVID-19 classroom capacity’ for upcoming year

FAMU announces return to ‘pre-COVID-19 classroom capacity’ for upcoming year https://t.co/6cEtRZhwrn

— WCTV Eyewitness News (@WCTV) May 11, 2021