Congratulations to Howard University's Zaylie Elizabeth Thompson on being named to Team Bahamas!

🏊🏾‍♀️ | Congratulations to our very own Zaylie Elizabeth Thompson on being named to Team Bahamas! The rising junior will represent her country at the 2023 World Championships in Fukuoka, Japan next month!#BleedBlue pic.twitter.com/BIPQjrogPx

— Howard Athletics (@HUBisonSports) June 9, 2023

Norfolk State cornerbacks coach announces he’s leaving coaching staff | Michael Sauls

ICYMI: #NorfolkState cornerbacks coach Dwayne Taylor announced he was leaving the NSU coaching staff earlier today.

Brief for @PilotSportsNow:https://t.co/qKVTUO8Xwd

— Michael Sauls (@mcsauls) June 10, 2023

Rattlers have four named to MLB's HBCU Swingman Classic, the game to be played on MLB Network during All-Star Week

🚨 𝗛𝗕𝗖𝗨 𝗦𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗠𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗖 🚨

Rattlers have four names to the MLB’s inaugural HBCU Swingman Classic that’ll be played in Seattle during All-Star Week!

📰 https://t.co/HlyQOddpti#FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp 🐍 pic.twitter.com/QaqBBFJGrJ

— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) June 9, 2023

The BCFHOF kicked off the announcement of its multi-year partnership with Allstate becoming the HBCU Legacy Bowl's title sponsor

Doug Williams, co-founder of the Black College Football HOF & HBCU Legacy Bowl, is off to a tremendous start for both organizations this weekend. The BCFHOF kicked off the announcement of its multi-year partnership with Allstate becoming the HBCU Legacy Bowl's title sponsor. pic.twitter.com/egWGsIxTc2

— HBCUGO.TV (@HBCUGoTV) June 9, 2023

Southern Jaguars legendary head football coach Pete Richardson is in Atlanta this weekend to be inducted into The Black College Football Hall of Fame

. @SouthernUsports legend Pete Richardson is in Atlanta this weekend to be inducted into The Black College Football Hall of Fame. @SouthernU_BR @WAFB pic.twitter.com/7SoYXgcOdv

— Jacques Doucet (@JacquesDoucet) June 9, 2023

Maurice D. Edington, Ph.D., Named the 10th President of the University of the District of Columbia

Maurice D. Edington, Ph.D., Named the 10th President of the University of the District of Columbia https://t.co/TSBLzF2hUw #udcfirebirds #hbcu #highered pic.twitter.com/lAqQQEhWwp

— University of the District of Columbia (UDC) (@udc_edu) June 9, 2023

The 2023 Black College Football Hall of Fame Induction Weekend kicks off in Atlanta!

The 2023 Black College Football Hall of Fame Induction Weekend kicks off in Atlanta! Class of 2023 inductees Leslie Frazier, Henry “Killer” Lawrence, Jim Marsalis, Johnnie Walton and Coach Pete Richardson take the stage with Charlie Neal (‘13) serving as emcee 🏈 pic.twitter.com/KhQWcino83

— BlackCollegeFootball (@BCFHOF) June 9, 2023

XFL 2003 Rookie Draft Preview: 5 Outstanding Defensive Linemen (via Dusty Wilson)

XFL 2003 Rookie Draft Preview: 5 Outstanding Defensive Linemen (via Dusty Wilson) https://t.co/mL4einkKOs #XFL #XFL2023 #AltFootball pic.twitter.com/niUt5VRbXR

— XFLNewsHub (@XFLNewsHub) June 9, 2023

FAMU’s Marching 100 gets invite to perform in California for a Juneteenth Homecoming event | Tarah Jean

FAMU’s Marching 100 gets invite to perform in California for a Juneteenth Homecoming event https://t.co/TnG5yWPa9e via @tdonline

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 9, 2023

FAMU Football Notable Offensive Transfer Portal Additions 🐍

FAMU Football Notable Offensive Transfer Portal Additions 🐍:
• Kelvin Dean Jr., RB, FAU (3⭐️)
• Jacquez Yant, RB, Nebraska (3⭐️)
• Jamari Gassett, WR, Buffalo (3⭐️)
• Quan Lee, WR, UCF (4⭐️)
• Chris Reed, WR, Utah (3⭐️)
• Marcus Riley, WR, (4⭐️) Bethune-Cookman
• Ashton… pic.twitter.com/U2MTpBkpEV

— LIGHT ON COLLEGE SPORTS (@LightOnSports) June 9, 2023

Let's reunite at The REUNION 🍊🏈🔥

Click the link below to get your tickets now! https://t.co/0gKAJhOq7Z#orangeblossomclassic#onebighbcucommunity#ItsTheReunion pic.twitter.com/aySep6A0eB

— orangeblossomfc (@orangeblossomfc) June 9, 2023

🚨 Elevate your experience at the 2023 Denny's Orange Blossom Classic Battle of the Bands with our VIP Suites!

For more information, contact us at info@orangeblossomclassic.com or call (305) 779- 8560#orangeblossomclassic#ItsTheReunion#OBC23#onebighbcucommunity pic.twitter.com/wyU5staLbr

— orangeblossomfc (@orangeblossomfc) June 5, 2023

4⭐ | FAMU football grabs record-setting wide receiver from the NCAA Transfer Portal | Gerald Thomas III

The ‘RACBOYZ 2.0’ revamp continues. #FAMU is still on the recruiting trail and picked up @QuanLee_5 from the #NCAA Transfer Portal. 🏈 https://t.co/SgozXWn6t8

— G. Thomas III (@3peatgee) June 9, 2023

Last time I checked 🤔 it wasn’t one road to success! Don’t call my phone ain’t sh!t to talk about … I’m back for it all 😤 #Committed #BiteDown🐍 pic.twitter.com/SWpRtmhZSi

— Quan Lee (@QuanLee_5) June 9, 2023

You say speed? ✅ unselfish? ✅

Watch 😤 pic.twitter.com/6P4TPRcSex

— Quan Lee (@QuanLee_5) May 1, 2023

UCF WR Quan Lee has entered the NCAA Transfer Portal, per @mzenitz.

He was a 4-star recruit in the class of 2022. Lee was committed to Miami at one point during his recruitment👀https://t.co/M6MKJGZIfl pic.twitter.com/0Z3bJvjAIn

— On3 (@On3sports) April 27, 2023

BCU Volleyball Announces 2023 Schedule

@BCUVolleyball Announces 2023 Schedule https://t.co/q6NsOELMRM

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 9, 2023

Jered Wilson earns ITA national award

Jered Wilson earns ITA national award
story: https://t.co/lV6fmpUhg7#TeamGold #HailAllHailXU #NAIATennis #HBCU #XULA @xula1925 @RRACsports @_MeUandXU @rohighschool @GGMBC_Dallas @ECliving pic.twitter.com/JUFzzAuUtx

— XULA Athletics (@xulagold) June 8, 2023

FAMU President’s Report June 2023 | Board of Trustees Meeting

FAMU President’s Report June 2023 | Board of Trustees Meeting https://t.co/O3Zcl3LfiH via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 8, 2023

Florida A&M's Tyler-Symone Brown to participate in AT&T's Industry Shadow Trip at Tribeca Film Festival

Florida A&M's Tyler-Symone Brown to participate in AT&T's Industry Shadow Trip at Tribeca Film Festival.#FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp 🐍 https://t.co/n88h0M8GcI

— Florida A&M Track & Field/XC (@FAMU_Track) June 8, 2023

Ex-NFL, Florida State player Travis Rudolph found not guilty of murder and attempted murder charges | Rebekah Riess, CNN

Travis Rudolph, a former wide receiver for Florida State University who played in the NFL, was found not guilty of murder and other charges by a Palm Beach County jury on Wednesday, court records show https://t.co/8WpBst6a1T

— CNN (@CNN) June 8, 2023

2023 NCAA D1 Outdoor Track & Field Championships Live Updates | Day 2 | Jennifer Zahn

It's DAY 2 of the #NCAATF Outdoor Championships and we've got you covered with live updates for every event 🤌https://t.co/Vm50aQGDbQ

— FloTrack (@FloTrack) June 8, 2023

Florida A&M Board of Trustees approves facility name changes for football field, softball field, and football locker room

Florida A&M Board of Trustees approves facility name changes for football field, softball field, and football locker room

📰 https://t.co/3maVIz2dRo#FAMU | #FAMUly | #Rattlers | #FangsUp 🐍 pic.twitter.com/q78CZZTmUy

— Florida A&M Athletics (@FAMUAthletics) June 8, 2023

HBCU Students Begin Chevrolet’s "Discover the Unexpected" Internship in Detroit and Receive $18,000

 DETROIT – Ten HBCU students from around the country will gather in Detroit to start a 10-week immersive internship in marketing and communications, learning content creation and familiarizing themselves with the technological advancements that power the automotive industry.

Fellows will work alongside National Newspaper Publication Association (NNPA) journalists and Chevrolet marketing teams while experiencing the all-new 2024 Chevrolet Trax on a group road trip to grow their professional skills, collaborate on innovative and challenging assignments, and document their journey on social media. This is the seventh year Chevrolet and the NNPA have hosted the Discover the Unexpected (DTU) internship program.  

TV host, actor, and mentor Terrence J poses for a photo with the 2023 Chevrolet Discover the Unexpected HBCU fellows on June 6, 2023, at StockX in Detroit. (Photo by Jo Lynn Lewis for Chevrolet) Detroit. (Photo by Jo Lynn Lewis for Chevrolet)

The 2023 DTU mentors and ambassadors, all HBCU graduates, will provide professional insight, encouragement and advice to students throughout their DTU journey. Television host and actor Terrence Jenkins (known as Terrence J) returns to DTU for his third year as an ambassador.

"Having support and opportunities during your college years is invaluable and will set you on a path of lifelong success,” said Jenkins. “As a proud HBCU graduate, I am thrilled to collaborate with Chevrolet and the NNPA again to uplift the next generation of talented journalists, marketers and content creators."

Justin "Mr. Fascinate" Shaifer, a STEM advocate and educator, is also returning to DTU for his third year as student mentor. ESPN sports journalist and HBCU Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) alum Tiffany Greene (FAMU) joins DTU as a new guest mentor.

This summer, two DTU alumni will start their professional careers at General Motors. Raza El, a two-time DTU fellow, will join GMC as an SUV and truck analyst.

“I presented to the CMOs of GM and Chevrolet, and the research I did was actually used,” said El. “It was work that I could put my name on even as an intern.”

Ashley McJunkin will join Chevrolet as the Silverado assistant advertising marketing manager.

“I loved my team, the work environment, culture and values,” said McJunkin. “My DTU experience confirmed that this is what I want to do, and this is the team that I want to be a part of.”

Steve Majoros, chief marketing officer, Chevrolet, said it has been the brand’s honor to watch the growth of the DTU program over the years.

“DTU reinforces Chevrolet’s commitment to HBCUs, allowing students an opportunity to gain experience, mentorship and support to set themselves up for a successful future,” said Majoros. "DTU helps us keep a finger on the pulse of the younger and more diverse buyers who will drive our future and strengthen the diversity of our marketing talent.”

The Chevy DTU program would not be where it is today without Dr. Benjamin Chavis, NNPA President and CEO.

“I am passionate, excited and humbled about the continual success and evolution of our relationship with Chevrolet for DTU,” said Chavis. “This is a life changing opportunity for HBCU students, professionally and personally, preparing them for their professional careers.”

The DTU internships will take place from June 5 to August 11, commencing in Detroit with a three-day boot camp. Upon completion of the program, Chevrolet and the NNPA will award each fellow $18,000 between scholarships and stipends, totaling over $750,000 to date. To learn more about Discover the Unexpected, visit https://www.nnpa.org/chevydtu/.

ABOUT CHEVROLET
Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world's largest car brands, available in nearly 80 countries with nearly 2.7 million cars and trucks sold in 2021. Chevrolet models include electric and fuel-efficient vehicles that feature engaging performance, design that makes the heart beat, passive and active safety features and easy-to-use technology, all at a value. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.com.

ABOUT NATIONAL NEWSPAPER PUBLISHERS ASSOCIATION

NNPA is a trade association of the more than 200 African American-owned community newspapers from around the United States. Since its founding 79 years ago, NNPA has consistently been the voice of the black community and an incubator for news that makes history and impacts our country. As the largest and most influential Black-owned media resource in America, NNPA delivers news, information, and commentary to over 20 million people each week.

The Aristocrat of Bands warming up for their historical performance at the CMA Fest as the opening act for the 50th anniversary celebration of the music event

The Aristocrat of Bands performing at the 50th anniversary CMA fest! https://t.co/TY5r8Koeww via @YouTube

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 8, 2023

The Aristocrat of Bands warming up for their historical performance at the CMA Fest as the opening act for the 50th anniversary celebration of the music event. pic.twitter.com/iIXfl3HEzi

— Tennessee State University (@TSUedu) June 8, 2023

TSU’s Grammy-award winning @tsuaristocrats getting ready to rock the 2023 @CountryMusic Fest crowd! AOB will be the first collegiate marching band to perform at the festival. pic.twitter.com/RDbxnDDhcL

— Tennessee State University (@TSUedu) June 8, 2023

Join TSU's AOB for a show stopping performance at the 50th CMA Fest in Nashville! Not only will they kick off the 2023 music festival, AOB will perform on the Chevy Riverfront Stage. It's all happening today 6/8 @9am beginning at the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge. pic.twitter.com/F1VAQkNnlx

— Tennessee State University (@TSUedu) June 8, 2023

Johnson Has Aggies Prepared for NCAA Nationals

https://t.co/gpN05CVkn5 pic.twitter.com/uSz75d96re

— N.C. A&T Athletics (@NCATAGGIES) June 7, 2023

Dr. Yolanda W. Page named president of Stillman College

Stillman College has named Dr. Yolanda W. Page as its eighth president. Welcome aboard, Dr. Page! #HailOHailhttps://t.co/OdKajEehPc

— Stillman College (@StillmanCollege) June 8, 2023

135 Bison Named to the MEAC Commissioner’s All-Academic Team

135 Bison Named to the MEAC Commissioner’s All-Academic Team https://t.co/etxP1xC5vH

— Dbandman (@Dbandman2) June 8, 2023

The Bison kick off tonight at 9:30PM ET! Tune in to ESPN2 to cheer on @HUBisonTFXC as they work to make it to Saturday's Finals

Have you set your alarm⏰?!

The Bison kick off tonight at 9:30PM ET! Tune in to ESPN2 to cheer on @HUBisonTFXC as they work to make it to Saturday's Finals!
📺: ESPN2
📈: https://t.co/xrQgHUylT6#BleedBlue🦬😤 pic.twitter.com/qQB6qr88iG

— Howard Athletics (@HUBisonSports) June 8, 2023

Congrats to the two 2023 @NCAA Academy 2.0 Class #6 Cecile Reynaud Coaching Mastery Award recipients - Camise Patterson & Jen Scanlon. 🏆

Congrats to the two 2023 @NCAA Academy 2.0 Class #6 Cecile Reynaud Coaching Mastery Award recipients - Camise Patterson & Jen Scanlon. 🏆

This award recognizes participants who embody the characteristics of @CReynaud & is granted via nomination by fellow classmates.#2023A206 pic.twitter.com/WcjOBMYmgn

— WeCOACH (@WeCOACH) May 24, 2023

This week our #MemberSpotlight goes out to our award winners from the @NCAA Women Coaches Academy & NCAA Academy 2.0!

Thank you @CoachVee23 , Camise Patterson, and Jen Scanlon for your commitment to personal growth for yourself and for others!#WeCOACH #2023WCA52 #2023A206 pic.twitter.com/BWSsKUVzNO

— WeCOACH (@WeCOACH) May 26, 2023

This transformational week would not have been possible without the partnership of the @NCAA.

Thank you @NCAA for your longstanding support of the NCAA Women Coaches Academy & NCAA Academy 2.0!#WeCOACH #NCAA #WCA #Denver #2023WCA52 #2023A206 pic.twitter.com/kLdrzNaEfu

— WeCOACH (@WeCOACH) May 25, 2023