We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved teammate Nic Smith. We extend our thoughts and prayers to Nic's family, friends and the members of our program.
Zahra Rock, a talented Black Queen, just walked the stage at the University of Southern California with magna cum laude honors. She earned her degree in Narrative Studies from USC’s School of Dramatic Arts and the Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences.
Chris Rock and his ex-wife Malaak Compton-Rock stood together in support, celebrating their daughter’s powerful milestone. This achievement reflects years of dedication, talent, and family foundation paying off.
This is Black excellence in motion — legacy building new heights and setting the standard. Zahra is stepping boldly into her purpose with honors on her name.
Big congratulations to Zahra on this major win! To every young King and Queen out here grinding through their education and chasing big dreams: keep pushing. Your breakthroughs lift the whole culture.
It’s never too late! At 72 years old, proud grandma Irma Garcia just earned her bachelor’s degree and walked the stage at George Mason University.
Irma moved from Puerto Rico to the D.C. area in 1978 as a single mom, raising three daughters while working multiple jobs. She earned her associate’s degree but had to pause her dream of a bachelor’s to support her family — until she decided to finish what she started.
Five years ago, she enrolled in George Mason’s program for seniors. On May 17, she graduated with a degree in public administration and a minor in Spanish. Her secret to success? “Believe in yourself and dance a lot of salsa!” She even kept detailed notebooks from all her classes.
A loving mom of 3 and grandma of 8, Irma celebrated surrounded by her proud family. Next on her list: a special trip with her daughters and part-time work in the nonprofit sector.
What an incredible reminder that age is just a number and dreams have no expiration date! Her story is proof that perseverance and family support can carry you through anything.
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Angela Bassett and her husband Courtney B. Vance, two kids and 29 years together ❤️
They got married in 1997… long before all the awards and red carpets that came later
Meet Shawn R. Hughes, this incredible Black King who signed up for a GED program… only to find out he had already graduated high school 40 years ago! 🙌🏾
After showing up ready to earn his diploma at Prospect House in Cincinnati, staff discovered Shawn had actually walked across the stage at Woodward High School back in the day. Life really does come full circle.
From carrying doubt for decades to holding that official recognition with pride — this moment is pure joy, healing, and beautiful redemption. Better late than never, indeed!
Shawn, you deserve every bit of this celebration. Your story is proof it’s never too late to chase what’s yours and close old chapters with grace.
This is Black resilience and excellence in real time. Proud of you, King! Keep shining. 🫡👏🏾
Rest in Power, Jade Aniya Callwood 💔🕊️
This radiant, brilliant HBCU senior at Tuskegee University was taken far too soon, leaving her family, friends, and the entire Golden Tiger family in complete shock.
Jade, a 21-year-old shining light from Conyers, Georgia, was a dedicated senior majoring in Environmental, Resources and Plant Sciences on track to graduate this May. Known for her infectious smile, sharp mind, and vibrant spirit that lit up every room she entered, Jade embodied excellence, passion, and purpose.
From graduating Heritage High School in 2022 to thriving on campus and making her mark in the College of Agriculture, Environment and Nutrition Sciences, she was building a legacy rooted in service and impact.
May her memory continue to inspire every young scholar chasing their dreams at an HBCU and beyond.
Rest easy, Queen. Your light will never fade, you will be remembered, celebrated, and carried forward always. 👏🏾
Dr. Muhammad Mashali, lovingly known across Egypt as “The Doctor of the Poor,” never owned a car or a cellphone. He lived without luxury, but spent over 50 years quietly healing thousands of lives.
Every day, he walked the streets of Tanta in Egypt’s Nile Delta to his modest clinic, where patients, rich or poor, were always welcome. Many paid nothing. Some days he treated 40 to 50 people, often covering the cost of their medicine himself.
After graduating with honors in 1967, he made a solemn vow: he would never turn away anyone who couldn’t afford treatment, a promise inspired by watching his father sacrifice everything for his education.
“My reward is not money,” he once said, “it’s the smile of someone whose suffering has ended.”
When a wealthy businessman once gifted him $20,000, a car, and an apartment, Dr. Mashali sold it all and used every penny to buy medical equipment for his patients.
He treated everyone with equal dignity, regardless of religion, status, or background. For more than ten hours a day, he offered not just medicine, but compassion and hope.
Dr. Muhammad Mashali passed away in 2020 at the age of 76, leaving behind no wealth, no grand possessions, only a profound legacy of kindness.
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