# @hbcubuzz on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DVRPlaPkRhA
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- **Posted:** 2026-02-27T17:17:14.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** HBCU Buzz (@hbcubuzz) — https://gondola.cc/hbcubuzz

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HBCU AWAREFEST just got BIGGER. 🔥 awarefestival ⁠
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March 21–26, Atlanta becomes the epicenter of culture, capital, and change — all in support of expanding access, affordability, and long-term opportunity for HBCU students.⁠
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Here’s the official 2026 HBCU AWAREFEST Week lineup: ⁠
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🎓 HBCU Impact Fest — Saturday, March 21 (10AM–5PM)⁠
Free & open to the public. College access panels, financial literacy conversations, career resources, food trucks, live DJs, wellness activations, and more.⁠
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🎤 Comedy Night with Deon Cole & Guests — Tuesday, March 24⁠
Hosted by Chris Spencer at The Tabernacle Atlanta.⁠
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🗣 The State of HBCUs Executive Summit — Wednesday, March 25 (1PM–3:30PM)⁠
A high-level convening of HBCU presidents, policymakers, and national leaders tackling student loan debt, institutional sustainability, and smarter investment strategies.⁠
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🎲 All In For HBCUs: Casino Royale Fundraiser — Wednesday, March 25 (6PM–10PM)⁠
Hosted by Anthony Anderson and Rocsi Diaz. Special guest Earvin “Magic” Johnson. Performance by Wyclef Jean.⁠
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💼 Fireside Chat on Philanthropy with Robert F. Smith — Thursday, March 26 (2PM–5:45PM)⁠
Featuring Daymond John, Tyler Perry, Chris Womack, and more. Moderated by CNBC’s Frank Holland.⁠
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🥂 Exclusive V-VIP Suite Experience — Thursday, March 26⁠
An elite experience with Robert F. Smith during the benefit concert at State Farm Arena.⁠
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Produced by the Student studentfreedominitiative & livenationurban, this week blends philanthropy, policy, entertainment, and executive leadership — all driving real solutions for Black higher education. ⁠
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Atlanta, we’ll see you March 21–26.⁠
For more info & to RSVP: awarefest.org⁠
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#HBCUAwareFest #HBCUImpact #HBCU #BlackExcellence

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