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Why HBCUs Matter More Than Ever. When DEI is dismantled, HBCUs stand as a safe haven.

When the U.S. government shuts its doors during a funding lapse, the economic ripples reach far beyond Washington.

From marching bands to meaningful traditions, HBCU homecomings across North Carolina honor Black excellence and legacy.

USDA scholarship for students at historically Black colleges suspended. Among those colleges and universities affected is NC A&T.

In a stunning political comeback, Donald Trump has secured re-election as President of the United States, defeating Vice President Kamala...

The United States Capitol in Washington, D.C In a sweeping move, the Trump administration has initiated a comprehensive rollback of...

We are thrilled to announce that our President and CEO, Greg Hedgepeth  will be the keynote speaker for the 2025 ECU Black Student...

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, the significance of the Black vote remains paramount. Historically, Black voters have been...

As Kamala Harris makes history as the first Black woman to lead a major party ticket in the 2024 presidential election, her candidacy...

Substantial presented The 2024 Black Lens Symposium - Saturday, February 3, 2024 at Witherspoon Student Center, Raleigh, NC. See the...

We’ve curated a list of galleries across the state. While commendable in its efforts to highlight and showcase the vibrant artistic...

Carly Jones, accomplished artist and creative—CEO of Artspace Art has the remarkable ability to reflect and shape our unique society. It...

NC Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green poses for photographer Trey Joyner at her home. Jaki Shelton Green is the first African American and...

Back in early May Substantial teamed up with the North Carolina Museum of Art along with Grammy-nominated musician Pierce Freelon for a...

An Interview with Performing Artist Written by Kimberly Knight  Photography provided by Jonathon Leach Pierce Freelon poses on the steps...

An Interview With Kevin Price, President & CEO National Institute for Economic Development Kevin Price, President & CEO of the National...

Valencia Hicks-Harris, Executive Directors of Empower All Incorporated Valencia Hicks-Harris, founder and executive director of Empower...

A sit down with Kevin Dick, President and Chief Executive Officer Carolina Small Business Development Fund Written By: Dava Greely Kevin...

We talk with Chief Executive Officer of The Black Dollar Corp. Johnny Hackett, Jr. about being a small business owner. Johnny Hackett,...

Substantial sits down with Lenwood Long, Sr., President and CEO of the African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs Lenwood Long, Sr.,...