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National Emmy Nomination!

Becoming Thurgood:
America's Social Architect

(Emmy-nominated for Outstanding Historical Documentary 2026)

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Lady T by Nia Lambert (Spelman College ’25)

HBCU Week NOW
Student Film Festival!

The award winning films are also streaming nationally on the
HBCU Week NOW YouTube Channel, showcasing
powerful storytelling from emerging Black filmmakers.

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HBCU Week NOW

Spearheaded by Maryland Public Television (MPT), this platform serves as a premier destination for in-depth coverage of the nation’s 103 HBCUs.

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HBCU Week NOW 2026 Emmy Nominations

Congratulations to the incredible producers, directors, creatives, students, and institutions behind these award nominated and award winning projects!

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Becoming Thurgood Screening and Panel Discussion, WHYY PBS poster
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HBCU: In the News

image of Becoming Thurgood director, Alexis Aggrey for WABE FM Interview

Becoming Thurgood's Director Alexis Aggrey speaks with WABE FM in Atlanta

BECOMING THURGOOD: AMERICA’S SOCIAL ARCHITECT, Director Alexis Aggrey speaks with WABE FM, A Closer Look with Rose Scott

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    The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB)’s support for expanding HBCU Week NOW is an investment in the future of our students, empowering communities and ensuring that the rich history and legacy of these colleges and universities continue to inspire and uplift generations to come.”

    - Pat Harrison, CEO, CPB

    “We applaud MPT’s unwavering dedication to highlighting our HBCUs each year with its substantive programming for HBCU Week. This unique media event wholly celebrates our Black colleges’ and universities’ historical importance and modern relevance.”

    - Dr. David Wilson, President, Morgan State University

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