The fellows highlight some of the overlooked sports on their campuses and the dynamics shaping student engagement beyond football and basketball, including intentional storytelling, institutional backing, and consistent recognition. 

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From breaking barriers by competing in tights to becoming the first-ever HBCU gymnast, Naimah Muhammad opens up about what it truly means to stand firm in your identity on and off the mat.

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In honor of Valentine's Day, the fellows talk about the HBCU love story and how being on campus creates the possibilities of connections, the role social media plays, and how love “back in the day” compares to now.

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We’re back for the spring semester and discussing the NFL season and Super Bowl contenders, including top storylines on and off the field.

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As the HBCU football season comes to a close, the Rhoden Fellows break down everything that made this year unforgettable from classic games, surprising upsets and conference champions.

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The fellows discuss the unseen challenges and dangers students may face on HBCU campuses. The discussion sheds a light on issues that often go unreported, emphasizing the importance of awareness and accountability in creating safer spaces for every student.

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“The National Treasure” meets “The Mecca” for Howard University’s homecoming. Raigan Lydon (Morgan State), Ciara Latham (Howard) and former Rhoden Fellow Assata Allah-Shabazz trash talk before Howard hosts Morgan State. 

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Calandrea Carter and Alauna Marable sit with breast cancer survivor Tralee Hale and her son, Kelee Ringo of the Philadelphia Eagles. They share their journey of resilience, love, and advocacy during Tralee’s triple-negative breast cancer diagnosis and the importance of early detection.

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Ciara Latham and Raigan Lydon interview Sierra Balgar, founder of City Girls Golf, as she discusses creating opportunities for women of color on the course in addition to her personal journey, passion for impact and the future of her program.  

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From stepping onto ESPN’s Bristol campus for the first time to walking into the fall semester prepared and confident, the Rhoden Fellows reflect on an unforgettable summer.

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