EDITOR'S MESSAGE
HBCUs as indispensable engines of opportunity, innovation, and social mobility. Our cover feature, The Renaissance of Tuskegee, spotlights President Dr. Mark Brown and a defining moment in the continued evolution of Tuskegee University. With a historic legacy that has influenced the nation and the world, Tuskegee is embracing a bold, forward- looking future. Dr. Brown's leadership reflects the visionary stewardship required to ensure that HBCUs do more than endure; they lead. Readers will also experience the unmistakable energy of Florida A&M University's Homecoming - a celebration of culture, achievement, and Rattler pride that captures the spirit of the HBCU experience. We are equally proud to feature the President of Morris College, whose commitment to student success, academic distinction, and institutional growth reflects the purpose-driven leadership found across our HBCU community. As you turn these pages, celebrate the people and places that make homecoming unforgettable: the students carrying the torch, the alumni returning with pride, the leaders building for tomorrow, and the institutions preserving a legacy while creating new possibilities. HBCU excellence is not confined to a season or a single moment. It is a living legacy - and HBCU Times is honored to share its story with the world.
DR. DAVID STATEN
community is strengthened, and futures are shaped. In this Fall 2026 issue, HBCU Times celebrates HBCU Homecomings and HBCU Excellence by honoring the institutions, leaders, students, and alumni who keep this legacy moving forward. Our opening feature from the Chief Executive Officer of the United Negro College Fund calls us to action - to invest in, advocate for, and champion
THERE IS NO SEASON QUITE LIKE HBCU HOMECOMING SEASON.
Across the country, campuses come alive with the rhythm of marching bands, the pride of alumni, the brilliance of students, and the traditions that connect generations. Homecoming is a joyful return, but it is also a powerful reminder: HBCUs have always been places where excellence is cultivated,
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