Staten Island HBCU Experience

09/23/2026

Dear HBCU Enthusiast:

We are excited to announce the 17th Annual Staten Island HBCU Experience 2027 College Fair, happening on Saturday, January 30, 2027, from 10 am to 3 pm at Curtis High School in Staten Island, NY. This event welcomes students, parents, schools, administrators, and the entire community. Our initial partnership list for 2027 includes The 67th Precinct Clergy Council, Empire City Cares (an affiliate of National Cares Mentoring Movement), Friends Who Think Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness, Ms. Linda's Playhouse of Shenanigans, Moms of Black Boys United (MOBB United), New York Center for Interpersonal Development (NYCID), and Staten Island Urban Center (SIUC). Stay tuned for more updates!

This year, our special theme focuses on addressing the decline in Black men's enrollment at HBCUs.

"Transforming Black Boy Joy into Black Male Excellence.
A Celebration of the impact and historical influence of HBCUs
and the empowerment of young Black men."

At the Staten Island HBCU Experience 2027 College Fair, students and parents can meet representatives from many HBCUs and learn about the benefits of attending these schools. Graduating seniors with at least a 2.0 GPA should bring their unofficial transcripts and test scores to apply for on-site admissions and scholarships at select colleges. We will also offer workshops on financial aid, scholarships, STEM careers, NCAA eligibility, and more. This year, the event will take place in the gymnasium, which has more space, updated workshop rooms, two elevators, and bleacher seating for everyone.

Now more than ever, an HBCU education helps prepare future generations to make a difference in America and beyond. Let's keep the HBCU tradition alive in our schools, homes, and communities. We invite parents and students to take part in this great opportunity, connect with some of the most respected historically Black colleges and universities, and spend a few hours learning and growing together. You won't want to miss this event.

Students, parents, school staff, community members, and friends can register by scanning the QR code or using the link below:

https://bit.ly/SIHBCUFair2027

HBCUs and PBIs offering onsite admissions and/or scholarships so far:

Cheyney University
Delaware State University
Grambling State University
Lincoln University, PA
Metropolitan College of New York

Two brothers from one family, each attending an HBCU—the Sims Brothers—will be joining us at this special event. DJ Tystorm, a Delaware State graduate, will provide music for the day. Come meet the Sims Brothers and celebrate with us.

We look forward to seeing you in January 2027!

09/09/2026

SAVE THE DATE!

WE ARE PROUD TO PARTNER WITH THE FOLLOWING FOR 2027 (so far):

*67th Precinct Clergy Council
*Curtis High School
*Empire City Cares, an affiliate of National Cares Mentoring
Movement
*Friends Who Think Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness
*Ms. Linda's Playhouse of Shenanigans
*New York Center for Interpersonal Development (NYCID)
*Moms of Black Boys United (MOBB United)
*Staten Island Urban Center (SIUC)

Dear HBCU Enthusiast:

We invite you to join us for the 16th annual Staten Island HBCU Experience on Saturday, January 30, 2027, from 10 AM to 3 PM. We know it is early; however, we want to spread HBCU love to as many students and families as possible from the tri-state area and beyond. Despite challenging weather last January, we surpassed record numbers. This year, we expect even greater participation and new partnerships!

This year’s event will be held in the gymnasium, offering expanded space, modern workshop facilities, two elevators, and bleacher seating for students and families.

Students, Parents, Guardians, & Schools register by scanning the QR code or by copying and pasting the link below:

https://bit.ly/SIHBCUFair2027

We look forward to welcoming you in 2027! Spread the word!

08/16/2026

Let's continue the celebration with Moms of Black Boys United, Inc. (MOBB United) and MOBB United for Social Change, Inc.

Register here: https://bit.ly/MOBBU_10_BKLYN

ALL ARE WELCOME!

🩷 Every school year begins with hope. For some families, it also begins with remembrance.

On Sunday, August 30, M.O.B.B. United is bringing our tribe, our community together in Brooklyn for a special 10th MOBBiversary summer gathering— a time to pray over our sons as they prepare for a new school year and to honor the sons whose lives continue to inspire our movement.

Join us for:
• Back-to-School Prayer for a successful school year
• Balloon Release honoring sons we've lost
• Community fellowship as we celebrate 10 years of community, advocacy, healing, and love

✨ Sunday, August 30
2:00–5:00 PM

📍 OneTwoOne Cafe
121 Ralph Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11221

Register today by scanning the QR code or visiting the link in our bio.

Know someone in the New York City area who would be encouraged by this gathering? Share this post with them.

We'll see you in Brooklyn. Together, let's cover our sons in prayer. 💗

08/12/2026

Graduating Seniors who are hustling to get their college resume together and write those stellar essays for their college applications and scholarships: this is the workshop for you!

How to:

*Create The Perfect College Resume & Write A Winning Essay!
*Monday, August 17th @ 6pm via Zoom!

Register Here: https://bit.ly/4bMmS0K

SPREAD THE WORD!



You don't have to be a graduating senior to join us! ALL ARE WELCOME!

For more info, email: [email protected]

New York Center for Interpersonal Development NYCID

08/12/2026

What a great segment about the Tuskegee Airmen TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1J4vv1GBK9/

08/08/2026

Congratulations to all who made the list! We also know many who did not make the list offer stellar academics and resources for our youth! Find your niche in the 100+ HBCUs that all share the same goal: to shift the trajectory for our Black and Brown Scholars!

I love my HBCUs!

A new Forbes list ranks the top 10 private and 10 public HBCUs based on students' outcomes and return on investment.

08/08/2026

Congratulations to Depelsha Thomas McGruder for her appointment!

Congratulations to our Sisters appointed to serve on National Committees of The Links, Incorporated.

08/05/2026

The Staten Island HBCU Experience was proud to celebrate and support Moms of Black Boys United as they marked their 10th year of advocacy. For a decade, Depelsha Thomas McGruder, Founder and Chair of Moms of Black Boys United, Inc. (MOBB United) and MOBB United for Social Change, Inc., has helped thousands of mothers support their SonShines, giving them the chance to live, learn, and build their own legacies. We were honored to commemorate this milestone at the Staten Island Urban Center with an eclectic group of young people, parents, caretakers, and community members, all working together to create more opportunities for our Black sons.

We are grateful to MOBB United for their tireless dedication to eliminating the racial disparities that put our Black sons at a disadvantage in education and the criminal justice system. The strength and love of countless women worldwide have allowed this incomparable nonprofit to shift the trajectory for our boys and young men.

Thank you to the Staten Island Advance for a remarkable, well-written article that captured the event perfectly and drew special attention to our shared mission and purpose with our revered partners. We are grateful for your words.

Check out the article below for highlights from a panel discussion with Depelsha McGruder and four Black Men who graduated from an illustrious HBCU, and a training session by one of our community leaders. The panel talked about the challenges and joys of being Black and male in America, sharing helpful insights for young men and their families.

We are working to help more young Black men attend HBCUs. Stay tuned for more great programs coming soon.

For further information about Moms of Black Boys United, please email: [email protected]

The group marked the occasion with an informational event highlighting historically Black colleges and universities.