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                <description>HBCUConnect.com is the largest community of students, graduates, recruits and fans of Historically Black Colleges and universities.  Featuring blogs, profiles, college listings and more...</description><item>
            <title>N.C. A&amp;T Degrees Earn High Marks in U.S. News Best Graduate Program Rankings 2026</title>
            <pubDate>2026-04-07 19:00:41</pubDate>
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            <description>N.C. A&amp;T graduate programs surge in U.S. News rankings, with rehabilitation counseling jumping 31 spots to #18 nationally and the MBA program maintaining its position as the #1 HBCU MBA in America at #72 overall. The university enrolled over 2,000 graduate students for the first time.</description>
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            <title>Kick Off Conference Weekend at the HBCU CONNECT VIP Professional Networking Reception on April 30th in Washington, DC</title>
            <pubDate>2026-04-02 04:19:12</pubDate>
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            <description>Before the HBCU CONNECT Annual Conference &amp; Career Fair officially gets underway, attendees, employers, partners, and professionals are invited to join us for an exclusive evening of high-level networking at the VIP Professional Networking Kickoff Reception on Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Washington, DC.</description>
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            <title>Register Now For This Upcoming Diagnostic Imaging Virtual Info Session and Q&amp;A with Providence on April 16th</title>
            <pubDate>2026-03-31 20:37:08</pubDate>
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            <description>Join Providence's upcoming Diagnostic Imaging Virtual Info Session and Q&amp;A to learn more about roles available to new grads, growth opportunities, what a day-in-the-life looks like and more!

Thursday, April 16, 2026, from Noon  1:00 p.m. PT

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            <title>URGENT: Kentucky State University Faces Legislative Threat - NAACP Emergency Zoom Meeting Tonight</title>
            <pubDate>2026-03-30 15:06:15</pubDate>
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            <description>Kentucky State University is facing an unprecedented legislative threat that could set a dangerous precedent for HBCUs across the nation. The NAACP is calling an emergency meeting TONIGHT at 7:00 PM for KSU Alumni and Supporters to address this critical situation. What's Happening: Kentucky Senate B...</description>
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            <title>Don't Miss the 2026 HBCU Connect Annual Conference &amp; Career Fair in Washington, DC!</title>
            <pubDate>2026-03-29 15:46:05</pubDate>
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            <description>Join 1,000+ HBCU professionals and 50+ top employers in Washington, DC for the premier career networking event of 2026. April 30-May 1 at The Westin DC Downtown - don't miss this career-changing opportunity!</description>
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            <title>Who's Hiring: 5 Cool Career Opportunities to Apply for Today with lululemon!</title>
            <pubDate>2026-03-26 21:06:37</pubDate>
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            <description>lululemon is hiring across retail leadership and store experience roles. Explore 4 career opportunities and apply today through HBCU Connect.</description>
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            <title>Benedict College Celebrates Success with 37th Annual Harambee Festival</title>
            <pubDate>2026-03-26 15:34:38</pubDate>
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            <description>Benedict College continues to make waves in higher education excellence while preparing for their beloved annual community celebration. The historic HBCU in Columbia, South Carolina, is proud to announce their 37th Annual Harambee Festival scheduled for Saturday, April 18th, from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM ...</description>
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            <title> HAPPENING NOW: 2026 HBCU CONNECT Spring Virtual Conference &amp; Career Fair - Join Today!</title>
            <pubDate>2026-03-25 02:45:59</pubDate>
            <link>https://hbcuconnect.com/content/408966/happening-now-2026-hbcu-connect-spring-virtual-conference-career-fair-join-today</link>
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            <description>LIVE EVENT HAPPENING NOW! 2026 HBCU CONNECT Spring Virtual Conference &amp; Career Fair Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET Don't miss out! Our premier virtual career fair and professional development conference is happening RIGHT NOW and continues through 5:00 PM Eastern Time today. </description>
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            <title>CFP Board Opens Doors for HBCU Students in Financial Planning Careers</title>
            <pubDate>2026-03-23 15:05:56</pubDate>
            <link>https://hbcuconnect.com/content/407033/cfp-board-opens-doors-for-hbcu-students-in-financial-planning-careers</link>
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            <description>Build Your Future in Financial Planning with CFP Board's Career Resources and Opportunities The financial planning profession offers tremendous opportunities for HBCU students and professionals to make a meaningful impact while building successful careers. The CFP Board of Standards , the nonprofit ...</description>
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            <title>Final Call: HBCU Connect Spring Career Fair - March 25th | Excellent Opportunities Await!</title>
            <pubDate>2026-03-23 01:31:53</pubDate>
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            <description>The countdown is on! Don't miss your chance to connect with top employers seeking diverse talent at our exclusive Virtual Career Fair on Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 from 9:00am - 5:00pm ET . </description>
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            <title>lululemon is Hiring: 6 Hot Career Opportunities You Need to Know About</title>
            <pubDate>2026-03-23 00:15:25</pubDate>
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            <description>lululemon is actively hiring across creative, design, merchandising, and planning roles. Explore 6 career opportunities and apply today through HBCU Connect.</description>
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            <title>Black Women Are Rebuilding Their Careers After Federal Cuts - HBCU Connect Is Here to Help</title>
            <pubDate>2026-03-22 23:34:53</pubDate>
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            <description>The past year has been challenging for Black women in the workforce. According to a recent CNBC report, Black women were disproportionately impacted by federal government cuts, with unemployment rates climbing to 7.5% by September 2025 - well above the national average of 4.4%. </description>
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            <title>Last Call: Spring Virtual Conference &amp; Career Fair - March 25th - Register Today!</title>
            <pubDate>2026-03-18 20:36:52</pubDate>
            <link>https://hbcuconnect.com/content/407039/last-call-spring-virtual-conference-career-fair-march-25th-register-today</link>
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            <description>Time is running out! The HBCU Connect Spring Virtual Conference and Career Fair is happening next Wednesday, March 25th from 9 AM to 5 PM ET, and it's not too late to register and participate. </description>
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            <title>Celebrating 40 Years of the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture</title>
            <pubDate>2026-03-18 12:28:32</pubDate>
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            <description>The Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture is proud to celebrate its 40th Anniversary with an exhibit, symposium, and an ongoing podcast highlighting our liberatory legacy of promoting Black history, education, and preservation. Join Us for the Anniversary Symposium...</description>
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            <title>HBCU Connect Embraces BlueSky: A New Chapter in Social Media Engagement</title>
            <pubDate>2026-03-17 01:40:26</pubDate>
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            <description>HBCU Connect announces strategic shift to BlueSky platform based on member feedback about social media environment and commitment to creating supportive professional spaces.</description>
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