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Ringleader in FAMU Hazing Death Sentenced to 6 Years

Dante Martin was convicted of felony hazing, manslaughter.
01/09/2015

Prosecutor: Former Band Member Organized Hazing

Robert Champion's mother wants justice for her son.
10/29/2014

Hazing Trial Starts for 1 FAMU Band Member

Robert Champion died from a hazing ritual in November 2011.
10/27/2014
Howard University Ranks at the Top For Beauty and Brains

HBCU Review: Howard University Is Hot and Smart

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FAMU Attempts to Make TV History

HBCU Review: FAMU to Launch Black 24-Hour News Network

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Florida A&M Confirms First Female President, Elmira Mangum

Elmira Mangum takes over for James Ammons in April.
02/20/2014
Jackson State Fires Football Coach

HBCU Review: Meet Alabama State’s First Female President

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Funeral Service Held for Jonathan Ferrell

HBCU Review: FAMU Alum Death May Become a Stand Your Ground Case

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NCAA Seeks to Address Athletes’ Academic Progress at HBCUs - The NCAA is set to look into the academic disparity between athletes at HBCU campuses and those at predominantly white schools. Last year, 33 out of the 103 schools penalized for not having an acceptable APR (the Academic Progress Rate) for athletes, a high ratio considering the small number of HBCUs in comparison to other schools. 

HBCU Presidents on the Move

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At FAMU, A Marching Band – and School Pride – Returns

The school's community is thrilled with the return of band.
09/03/2013
Lasherry Codner - Charged with felony hazing in the death of Champion. (Photo: Courtesy Orange County Sheriff's Office)

FAMU Hazing Defendant Accepts Plea Deal, Avoids Jail

Lasherry Codner was sentenced to four years of probation.
08/02/2013