Everyone knows about Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and Rosa Parks. But, what about the HBCU alum that fought alongside these figures that seem to be left in the shadows? Here are a few individuals that deserve to be brought into the limelight.

“I Hope You Fail” sounded like a pretty pessimistic thing to say, until this Clark Atlanta University Alumni and million dollar business owner said it.

Most students from Morehouse College, Spelman College, and Clark Atlanta University show up to class every day as if they were attending a fashion show. So, you can imagine how fashion plays a big role in this wide community. With so many new streetwear brands on the rise, Vintage Supply is aiming to leave a lasting impression on the AUC by bringing out the old with the new.

“Disrupt or be disrupted!” The Essence Girls United Summit returned for the fourth year and used this amazing slogan, inspiring ladies to become the next movers and shakers of their generation.

Let's talk about something that's at the heart and soul of any HBCU - the marching bands!

Kamala Harris' journey from the yard to the world is yet another example for generations to come, highlighting the limitless possibilities that await those who embark on their educational journey at an HBCU.

Off the Yard isn't just a platform; it's a community. We're here to connect students and alumni, offering insights into the current experiences and temperature of Black college campuses. So whether you're reminiscing about your time on the yard or curious about what's happening now, you can find it right here!

It is no secret that historically Black colleges and universities have produced some of the best athletes in the world. From Steve McNair to Jerry Rice, HBCUs have developed some of the best NFL players in history.

For more than a century, historically Black colleges and universities across the nation have played an integral role in the development of American society and global development. Having impacted nearly every industry imaginable, historically Black colleges and universities are now looking for new frontiers to explore.

The future of gaming at HBCUs is bright with Benedict College leading the way as the first HBCU to offer a degree in E- Sports. Other HBCUs will follow this trend sooner than later. But how did we even get here?

Students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) serve as curators and the trends they set are the pulse of popular culture. They impact music, fashion, and in recent years have been one of the driving forces in the world of gaming. 

In 2020, due to the spark ignited by the senseless slayings of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, we saw a global movement towards causes focusing on Black America.

As we launch this dynamic platform of “Always-On” content, the first theme we had to highlight was HBCU Esports. As technology continues to invent lucrative pathways to reimagine a variety of industries, gaming has become top tier engagement amongst digital communities. This has created a lane for HBCUs to build the next generation of industry leaders through their STEM programs.