Little Known Black History Fact – Jewel Plummer Cobb
Dr. Jewel Plummer Cobb was a pioneering biologist and educator who fought for the rights of women and minorities in the sciences. Cobb passed at the top of the year at the age of 92 and lived a life rich with experiences despite attempts to thwart her rise.Cobb was...
HBCU Corner – HBCU Gets $1 Million HUG Grant to Tackle Nashvilles Housing Crisis
In a groundbreaking move that could reshape affordable housing solutions in Metro Nashville, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded Tennessee State University a $1 million grant. This funding will establish the Center of Excellence – Urban...
Wellness Check – Want More in 2025? Join the Better Life Challenge
Tomorrow is the day! Join us for the Better Life Challenge, a holistic journey designed to nurture your body, mind, and soul. This challenge brings together daily workouts, meditations, and inspirations to help you unlock your full potential and live your best life....
Little Known Black History Fact – Roland Hayes
Roland Hayes is considered by some music scholars as the first African-American concert performer to gain international fame. While that claim has been furiously disputed what we know is that Hayes willed himself to the artist he became by way of hard work and...
HBCU Corner – HBCU Alumna Celebrated in ‘Six Triple Eight’: Tyler Perrys Ode to the 6888th Battalion
In a world often overshadowed by larger narratives, there lies an inspiring story of resilience and commitment, now brilliantly captured in Tyler Perry’s upcoming film “Six Triple Eight.” The film will be released on Netflix on December 20. It commemorates the...
Wellness Check – Reset with the Better Life Challenge
We’re all striving for our best lives. But let’s face it. Sometimes we’re not feeling our best, making “living our best life” just out of reach. So as we work toward our our goals, it’s important to simply live each day, one day at a time. While setting daily...
Little Known Black History Fact – Grant Fuhr
Grant Fuhr was once referred to by hockey great Wayne Gretzky as the best goalie to ever play in the National Hockey League. Fuhr achieved a series of firsts as a player and after his career ended, he embraced his role model status.Fuhr was born September 28, 1962 in...
HBCU Corner – HBCU Band Accepts Invite to Play Presidential Inauguration Parade
The celebrated “Mean Green Marching Machine” HBCU marching band from Mississippi Valley State University (MVSU) has received an invitation to participate in the 60th Presidential Inauguration Parade in Washington, D.C., on January 20, 2025. This historic invitation...
Wellness Check – Tips to Keep the Blues at Bay
Mental stress is a part of life. The stresses and trauma of today can feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders.Luckily, we all have tools at our disposal to combat the blues.Establish a routine. An idle mind is a fertile ground for depression. During...
Little Known Black History Fact – National Negro Network
The National Negro Network was founded on this day in 1954, becoming the first Black-owned radio network in the United States. Founded by businessman W. Leonard Evans Jr., the NNN failed to catch hold as the needs of the audience changed with the times.Evans, a...