Honored on the highest of the 7 hills: wake for former FAMU President Dr. Frederick Humphries held

Honored on the highest of the 7 hills: wake for former FAMU President Dr. Frederick Humphries held https://t.co/45xGxi1CtJ

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 10, 2021

How Tennessee State's Hercy Miller, son of rapper Master P, will spend his $2 million NIL deal

How Tennessee State's Hercy Miller, son of rapper Master P, will spend his $2 million NIL deal https://t.co/w2poZw28wu

— Tennessean (@Tennessean) July 6, 2021

Whatever is next for college sports and NCAA, it'll be better than what has been | Estes

Whatever is next for college sports and NCAA, it'll be better than what has been | Estes https://t.co/jdwWOCLmPG

— Tennessean (@Tennessean) July 7, 2021

We learn empathy when we leave our comfort zone and learn to appreciate others | Opinion

We learn empathy when we leave our comfort zone and learn to appreciate others | Opinion https://t.co/zQDid8NCr4

— Tennessean (@Tennessean) July 9, 2021

Story Highlights 

• Kyra Watts, an Atlanta native, is a graduate of Florida A&M University and an intern on the opinion and engagement team at The Tennessean in Nashville.

Friday Update: Crews continue to install new @FieldTurf in @CentralState87 's McPherson Memorial Stadium

FACILITY FRIDAY

Crews continue to install new @FieldTurf in @CentralState87's McPherson Memorial Stadium #WEareCSU #CentralState #NCAAD2 #SIAC @NCAADII @HBCUGameday @daytonsports @dayton247now @MHartsockWHIO @TheSIAC @WeAreAFCA @D2Football @HBCUSports @Onnidan @D2ticker pic.twitter.com/d52nBQiTvx

— Central State Athletics (@GO_MARAUDERS) July 9, 2021

No.1 HBCU does it again! Reserved Parking for football games!

Rattler fans it’s as easy as downloading the app! Download the @imclutchco app today and reserve your parking! It’s live!! It’s easy! 🐍🐍🐍 https://t.co/wgclo0DjuR

— Keith McCluney (@KEMcCluney) July 9, 2021

Excited for the future with #RattlerNation https://t.co/VgejQMoNxD

— Clutch! (@imclutchco) July 9, 2021

FAMU Becomes First HBCU With Reserved Game Day Parking https://t.co/7zoNyk7XUP #HBCUBUZZ pic.twitter.com/eYqW1saoQk

— HBCU Buzz (@HBCUBuzz) July 9, 2021

The FAMU Prospect Camp is being pushed back one hour tomorrow

Rain Rain go away! https://t.co/zqvmIKFGpb

— Bryan Henry (@BryanHenry22) July 9, 2021

The FAMU Prospect Camp is being pushed back one hour tomorrow to give field time to dry. Check-In will start at 9:15. See you tomorrow at Moore-Kittles!

— Bryan Henry (@BryanHenry22) July 9, 2021

Camp is Saturday! Sign up at https://t.co/XI8I6f4wV8 So excited see some future Rattlers! pic.twitter.com/vC2rvu92SV

— Bryan Henry (@BryanHenry22) July 5, 2021

Louisiana-Monroe transfer DB Ke'Vric Wiggins Jr. committed to Jackson State

Louisiana-Monroe transfer DB Ke'Vric Wiggins committed to Jackson State #FCS https://t.co/BwJBcydpibB

— NCAA Transfer Portal (@RivalsPortal) July 9, 2021

BIO  

UL Monroe CB Kevric Wiggins has entered the transfer portal.

Career Stats:
• 16 tackles
• 1 TFL
• 2 PD

Wiggins was 14th on the team in tackles in 2020. pic.twitter.com/6rpufnBwCm

— CFB Blitz (@BlitzCfb) June 28, 2021

Groups host Black Men's Mental Health Training day for barbers, coaches, mentors

Groups host Black Men's Mental Health Training day for barbers, coaches, mentors https://t.co/14MAkPn7ky

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) July 9, 2021

FAMU faithful return Friday to pay respects to President Emeritus Frederick Humphries

The body of longtime FAMU president Frederick Humphries on Friday. Inside his casket were the words, “May the work I’ve done speak for me.” https://t.co/0WcQFzds4J

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) July 9, 2021

Abbeville football standout Rico Dozier switches to Arkansas-Pine Bluff

Better late than never for Rico Dozier. https://t.co/duFF1dPI6l

— Dothan Eagle (@dothaneagle) July 9, 2021

FAMU Marching 100: The smile says it all. One more performance left.

The smile says it all. One more performance left. #SummerBandCamp2021 @THEMARCHING100 🐍 🐍 pic.twitter.com/AmTYGaHCw6

— ⚜Jeaux⚜ (@Kay_Jeaux) July 9, 2021

MEAC Announces Esports Community Summer Schedule

#MEACEsports @MEACSports Announce @theemeacesports Community Summer Schedule #IBackTheMEAC https://t.co/48mcy2fBGL

— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) (@MEACSports) July 9, 2021

2021 Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic featuring Grambling State University and Tennessee State University! Kick-off is Sunday, Sept. 5th | 4PM ET at Tom Benson HOF Stadium

#TIGERFANS, don't miss the 2021 Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic featuring Grambling State University and Tennessee State University!
Kick-off is Sunday, Sept. 5th | 4PM ET at Tom Benson HOF Stadium. Tickets start at $29. Get yours today: https://t.co/ttKATOKnVj pic.twitter.com/melEMAzvVp

— Tray Scott, Ph.D. (@TrayveanScott) July 9, 2021

Services for former Florida A&M University President Dr. Frederick S. Humphries, Sr., will be streamed live on the various University social media platforms.

#FAMUNews: Services for former Florida A&M University President Dr. Frederick S. Humphries, Sr., will be streamed live on the various University social media platforms. pic.twitter.com/q3er7ZOuBZ

— FloridaA&MUniversity (@FAMU_1887) July 9, 2021

The funeral service, which is scheduled for 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July10, will be broadcast live on FAMU TV 20 (Xfinity Channel 20) beginning at 12:30 p.m. The event also will be streamed live on FAMUTube1887, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and Zoom.

— FloridaA&MUniversity (@FAMU_1887) July 9, 2021

Inside the star power at Howard University

My chat with @UNCF president and CEO Michael Lomax where we talk about Nikole Hannah-Jones, HBCU advocates in the White House and more. |
Inside the star power at Howard University https://t.co/Ygf1iMYKB4 via @politico

— Delece Smith-Barrow (@DeleceWrites) July 9, 2021

Rollins Announces 2021 Southern Football Staff

Rollins Announces 2021 Southern Football Staff https://t.co/i3Sj7Pvier

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 9, 2021

HBCUs look to close economic exposure gap for student-athletes to thrive in NIL culture

HBCUs look to close economic exposure gap for student-athletes to thrive in NIL culture https://t.co/8tTuQAjPxo

— Tallahassee Democrat (@TDOnline) July 9, 2021

Bragg Stadium - June 30, 2021 Above and Under View

Central Florida Rattlers and supporters brought in $27,500 to support FAMU Athletics and RAF

#RattlerNation support is strong!#FAMU | #FAMULY | #FangsUp 🐍 https://t.co/idtejWeb9m

— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) July 9, 2021

Thank you Orlando @FAMU_RAF members and @gregforfamu @FAMUNationalAA Orlando chapter for showing up BIG TONIGHT!🐍🐍🐍 pic.twitter.com/SNDX1nwwBa

— Keith McCluney (@KEMcCluney) July 9, 2021

@HCWillieSimmons Sharing the 21 season outlook with our @FAMU_RAF Orlando partners! pic.twitter.com/E7NQSuMTmw

— Keith McCluney (@KEMcCluney) July 8, 2021

Our @FAMU_RAF members keep raising the bar! South Florida… you’re on the clock! See you next Thursday! 🐍🐍🐍 https://t.co/oE9rtCcZZa

— Keith McCluney (@KEMcCluney) July 9, 2021

Report: Jalen Lewis, 16, youngest player to turn pro in American basketball – for $1M with Overtime Elite

Report: Jalen Lewis, 16, youngest player to turn pro in American basketball – for $1M with Overtime Elite https://t.co/Ww7TztOGvY

— Kurt Helin (@basketballtalk) July 9, 2021

Nike Pays Tribute To Hank Aaron’s Legacy During This Year’s MLB All-Star Week

Find out other ways Nike will enjoy paying tribute to Hank Aaron during this year’s MLB All-Star week. https://t.co/4c2YDtNoOJ

— KicksOnFire (@kicksonfire) July 9, 2021

Nike honors the legacy of Hank Aaron with the Nike Air Griffey Metal “Hank” cleat. The cleat will be an exclusive to Nike athletes participating in MLB All-Star Week. pic.twitter.com/bHVyJF0j3T

— KicksOnFire (@kicksonfire) July 9, 2021

Black Volleyball Circuit Makes a Place for Black Volleyball Players Worldwide

Black Volleyball Circuit Makes a Place for Black Volleyball Players Worldwide - Digital Journal https://t.co/p6X32Y7KZM

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) July 9, 2021

'It's a calling': Why Black academics choose HBCUs over other colleges

HBCU professors earn 17 percent less than non-HBCU professors, according to the National Education Association. Nonetheless, Black academics say it's an honor to teach at the colleges founded for Black students. https://t.co/sWpBM6xxXa

— NBCBLK (@NBCBLK) July 9, 2021

South Carolina State’s Clark Selected as Chair of MEAC Presidents & Chancellors

#MEACNews South Carolina State’s Clark Selected as Chair of @MEACSports Presidents & Chancellors #IBackTheMEAC https://t.co/HOpOQ7eMTa

— Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) (@MEACSports) July 8, 2021