Black Excellence HBCU Tour

05/07/2026

05/06/2026

The deadline for this year's Academy and Tour has been extended until May 18. Please share with a young person you think might be interested.

www.embracingexploration.org/future-prep-academy-form/

05/04/2026

A new study revealed that attending a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) could offer surprising long-term benefits for Black students' brain health. The research found that Black alumni of HBCUs scored higher in cognitive functions like memory and language decades after graduation, compared to their peers from predominantly white institutions (PWIs). This is significant because it suggests that the environment at HBCUs might provide more than just academic success — it could help protect brain health. The supportive, culturally affirming atmosphere at many HBCUs is linked to lower stress levels and less discrimination, both of which negatively impact cognitive health over time. The study highlights that HBCUs may not only shape careers but also promote long-term mental well-being. This finding broadens our understanding of the value of HBCUs, showing that their benefits extend far beyond graduation and into lifelong health. It emphasizes the power of culturally supportive environments to nurture both the body and mind for years to come.

04/21/2026

The application for the 2026 Academy & tour is now open!

https://embracingexploration.org/future-prep-academy/

05/09/2025

The due date for this year's Academy & tour application is less than a week away (by May 15 @ 11:59 p.m). If you know of a student who is interested, please encourage them to go ahead and apply. REMEMBER: They need time to make sure they get their references completed. Don't wait until the last minute!

To be eligible for the tour, students must complete the academy. Information can be found at www.embracingexploration.org

11/19/2024

FASFA is now open. Here are some tips to lower your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) for College.

There are ways to lower your expected family contribution (EFC) to potentially allow you to qualify for more financial aid.

11/14/2024

We spent the day at Southern University touring the campus and learning about their ag department. After a quick lunch and bookstore visit, we headed to the Whitney Plantation for a somber yet engaging tour of a sugar cane plantation that focuses on the enslaved perspective.

11/12/2024

We’re off on another HBCU Tour!

Texas and Louisiana, here we come!!