Bands are one of the most iconic symbols of HBCU culture – and now, Tougaloo College is joining that tradition. The Mississippi-based HBCU has formed a groundbreaking partnership with Jacktown AllStar Band LLC to create its first-ever band program.Tougaloo and Jacktown signed a Memorandum of Understanding and lifetime contract on August 5. The agreement marks a major milestone in the college’s 155-year history.Founded in 1869, Tougaloo College is a private, historically Black liberal arts institution just north of Jackson, Mississippi. Known for its strong legacy in social justice and civil rights, the school has produced generations of leaders in education, law, and public service.However, unlike many HBCUs, Tougaloo does not sponsor a football program. That’s one reason it has never had a traditional marching band – until now.
