{"ticker":["Shaw University","Morgan State University Joins Association of University Research Parks, Expanding Research and Innovation Ecosystem","Grambling State","Howard University","Jackson State","Tennessee State"],"featured":{"sourceIndex":9,"category":"Sports","label":"HBCU Desk","rewrittenHeadline":"Howard University's Ian Wheeler Signs with Buffalo Bills","dek":"Former Howard University running back Ian Wheeler gets another NFL shot.","summary":"Ian Wheeler, a former Howard University running back, has been signed to a one-year deal with the Buffalo Bills. Wheeler had a breakout season in the UFL and is getting another chance in the NFL. This signing is a testament to the talent and perseverance of HBCU athletes.","image":"https://hbcubuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2026/06/UARCAnnouncement_0.jpg","imageSource":"og","sourceUrl":"https://hbcubuzz.com/107158/howard-university-dod-grant-soil-research-jaradat/","sourcePublisher":"HBCU Buzz","sourcePubDate":"Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:57:47 +0000"},"stories":[{"sourceIndex":1,"category":"Business","label":"Desk Brief","rewrittenHeadline":"Morgan State University Joins Research Parks Association","dek":"Morgan State University expands research and innovation ecosystem.","summary":"Morgan State University has joined the Association of University Research Parks, becoming the only HBCU currently in the association. This move aims to expand the university's research and innovation ecosystem.","image":"https://hbcunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/90-3.jpeg","imageSource":"og","sourceUrl":"https://hbcunews.com/2026/06/18/morgan-state-university-joins-association-of-university-research-parks-expanding-research-and-innovation-ecosystem/","sourcePublisher":"HBCU News","sourcePubDate":"Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:30:21 +0000"},{"sourceIndex":5,"category":"Research","label":"HBCU Desk","rewrittenHeadline":"15 HBCUs Launch a National Research Coalition — and It Could Change Everything","dek":"AHRI coalition aims to change the landscape of Black higher education.","summary":"Fifteen historically Black colleges and universities have launched the Association for the Advancement of Historically Black Colleges and Universities Research Initiative (AHRI). This coalition aims to promote research and innovation within the HBCU community.","image":"https://hbcubuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2026/06/Physics-Lab-monitor.jpg","imageSource":"og","sourceUrl":"https://hbcubuzz.com/107155/hbcu-research-coalition-ahri-launch/","sourcePublisher":"HBCU Buzz","sourcePubDate":"Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:54:11 +0000"},{"sourceIndex":11,"category":"Sports","label":"Newswire","rewrittenHeadline":"Kendrick Perkins Joins Jackson State as GM","dek":"Former NBA star becomes college GM.","summary":"Kendrick Perkins, a former NBA star, has joined Jackson State University as the new general manager. Perkins brings his experience and expertise to the university's athletic department.","image":"https://hbcugameday.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/PerkinsGM.jpg?w=1200","imageSource":"feed","sourceUrl":"https://hbcugameday.com/2026/06/19/espn-analyst-kendrick-perkins-joining-jackson-state-as-gm/","sourcePublisher":"HBCU Gameday","sourcePubDate":"Fri, 19 Jun 2026 20:01:51 +0000"},{"sourceIndex":12,"category":"Sports","label":"Newswire","rewrittenHeadline":"Toyota Partners with ESPN for HBCU Football Events","dek":"Toyota becomes presenting sponsor for HBCU football events.","summary":"Toyota has partnered with ESPN Events to become the presenting sponsor for two major HBCU football events, including the Celebration Bowl. This partnership aims to promote HBCU football and provide opportunities for HBCU athletes.","image":"https://hbcugameday.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/CelebrationBowlPartnerships.jpg?w=1200","imageSource":"feed","sourceUrl":"https://hbcugameday.com/2026/06/18/toyota-partners-with-espn-events-for-major-hbcu-showcase-championship/","sourcePublisher":"HBCU Gameday","sourcePubDate":"Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:36:01 +0000"},{"sourceIndex":13,"category":"Research","label":"Desk Brief","rewrittenHeadline":"Grambling State University Leads NSPAA Conference","dek":"Theodore Callier leads 30th Annual NSPAA Conference.","summary":"Theodore Callier, Vice President for Research and Sponsored Programs at Grambling State University, led the 30th Annual NSPAA Conference and Technical Assistance Workshop. This event brought together professionals to discuss research and sponsored programs.","image":"https://hbcunews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Theodore-Callier-gsu.webp","imageSource":"og","sourceUrl":"https://hbcunews.com/2026/06/18/gsus-callier-leads-30th-annual-nspaa-conference-and-technical-assistance-workshop/","sourcePublisher":"HBCU News","sourcePubDate":"Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:28:18 +0000"},{"sourceIndex":14,"category":"Business","label":"Desk Brief","rewrittenHeadline":"Forbes Releases 2026 Financial Grades for Private HBCUs","dek":"Forbes grades private nonprofit colleges, including HBCUs.","summary":"Forbes has released its 2026 College Financial Grades, grading over 900 private nonprofit colleges, including HBCUs. The results provide insight into the financial health of private HBCUs.","image":"https://hbcubuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2026/06/H2LRF4IRDBF6PLMLWXGH35TWL4.jpg?w=4032","imageSource":"og","sourceUrl":"https://hbcubuzz.com/107163/hbcu-financial-grades-2026-forbes-report/","sourcePublisher":"HBCU Buzz","sourcePubDate":"Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:14:43 +0000"},{"sourceIndex":15,"category":"Community","label":"Desk Brief","rewrittenHeadline":"Atlanta HBCU Alliance Awards $12K in Grants","dek":"Atlanta HBCU Alliance awards grants at annual 5K event.","summary":"The Atlanta HBCU Alliance has awarded $12,000 in grants at its annual 5K event. 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This lawsuit aims to address the funding disparities faced by FAMU and other HBCUs.","image":"https://hbcubuzz.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2024/08/famu.jpg","imageSource":"og","sourceUrl":"https://hbcubuzz.com/107161/famu-underfunding-lawsuit-appeals-court-2026/","sourcePublisher":"HBCU Buzz","sourcePubDate":"Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:11:18 +0000"},{"sourceIndex":3,"category":"Sports","label":"Desk Brief","rewrittenHeadline":"Howard University and Five HBCUs Made History at the 2026 NCAA Track Championships","dek":"","summary":"Howard University NCAA track 2026 just wrote a new chapter — and the whole HBCU community was on the track in Eugene. 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