#RepYourHBCU
A space for the rich culture and legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities to be recognized and celebrated. Join us as we shine a light and tell the stories of the beloved campuses and institutions that are an integral part of the Black experience. From first year students to proud alumni, our goal is to authentically represent the journey “on the yard” from major events like homecoming to graduation. Campus royalty, student leaders, D9 sororities and fraternities, band members, and everyday students, from the past and present, will see themselves at the places that have truly made the Best in Black. 🎓
HBCU culture is one of a kind. When you step on the yard, the love and pride for the university is palpable. Actress, comedian, and talk show host Sherri Shepherd reflects on her first time visiting Howard University and recalls feeling the magic in the air.
One of the biggest advantages to attending an HBCU is creating connections with your peers, like-minded individuals with the same goals and aspirations. The lasting relationships carry you through many seasons of your life, especially when it comes to your choses professions. Faith Jenkins, an attorney, legal commentator and media personality shares with us the […]
When it comes to representation, you don’t have to look far when you attend an HBCU. From your peers, to faculty and professors in class, feeling inspired is easy. That’s what entertainment powerhouse, Lewis T. Powell loved most about his time at Howard University — the different perspective the university offered!
Laila Pruitt is widely known for portraying “Nicole Flenory” on the STARZ hit show ‘BMF,’ but this actress, writer, and director’s most important role is being a student. For her, landing at Howard University was not by happenstance — the rising star always planned to realize her dreams of experiencing the history and culture of […]
The incomparable Kym Whitley reflects on her stomping grounds long before becoming a veteran in the entertainment industry. Fisk University, for her, was the start — a breeding ground for creativity. The actress and comedian reps her HBCU because it’s the place that always felt like hers… a village with her people.
Stephen “Dr” Love , producer of the global hit film They Cloned Tyrone, talks about Morehouse College and it’s imprint in the film industry. The list of alum includes Samuel L Jackson, Spike Lee, Seith Mann and John David Washington. Martin Luther King, Jr graduated from Morehouse College in 1948 at the age of 19!
Hillman Homecoming: Celebrating 35 Years of ‘A Different World’
In celebration of A Different World's 35th anniversary, TV One sat down with its stars for an exclusive interview with behind-the-scenes stories, reflections, and an in-depth look at the iconic series. In this clip, Jasmine Guy discusses the importance of HBCUs and how the sitcom brought the Black college experience to primetime.
TV One Represents HBCUs
The HBCU First LOOK Film Festival brought its inaugural festival to Howard University last weekend, and it was all about celebrating distinguished HBCU alumni in the film industry, along with shining a light on the next generation of filmmakers. Over the three-day event, which was hosted by comedian and TV host Loni Love, attendees came […]
