The 2nd Annual HBCUMADE Honors Night

2nd Annual HBCUMADE Honors Night

Join us for the 2nd Annual HBCUMADE Honors Night, an evening celebrating HBCU alumni whose leadership, creativity, service, and influence are shaping our communities, industries, and culture.

Honors Night recognizes the leaders, innovators, changemakers, and legacy builders carrying the impact of our institutions From the Yard to the World.

More than a celebration, Honors Night is a party with a purpose. Funds raised through the event will support HBCUMADE's continued work to connect HBCU alumni and our broader community while creating greater access to opportunity, resources, and meaningful relationships beyond the Yard.

This year's celebration will bring together HBCU alumni, community leaders, creatives, entrepreneurs, and friends of the culture for an intimate evening of recognition, connection, and celebration.

🏆 MEET THE 2026 HONOREES

Join us as we recognize 14 extraordinary HBCU alumni making an impact across business, entertainment, media, sports, entrepreneurship, and culture.

J. Carter | Florida A&M University | ONE Musicfest

Keinon Johnson | Clark Atlanta University | Interscope Records

Ray Cunningham | Virginia State University | Television Personality & Entertainment

Rob Boyd | Howard University | Founder, Empify

Danielle C. Canada | Hampton University | BOSSIP

Dr. Carlton L. Curry II | Tuskegee University | Real Estate Developer & Entrepreneur

Harold Brinkley | Morehouse College | The James Room

Porchia Marie | University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff | Founder, Dope People Meet

Melissa A. Mitchell | Florida A&M University | Artist, Designer & Entrepreneur

Bam Sparks | Albany State University | Entertainment & Culture

Shannon Joyner | Morehouse College | Atlanta Hawks & Atlanta Falcons

Ken Albright | Savannah State University | Nightlife & Culture

Daniel Dickey | Barber-Scotia College | Founder, The Resource Guild

Celene Alexandria | Spelman College | Content Creator & Digital Storyteller

✨ THE EXPERIENCE

An unforgettable evening of recognition, meaningful connections, music, and celebration.

EVENT SCHEDULE

7–8 PM | Cocktail Hour + Open Bar

8–11 PM | HBCUMADE Honors Program

11 PM–2 AM | Official After Party

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Dress Code: Black Tie

Admission: $55

Culture. Community. Opportunity. Legacy.

From the Yard to the World. 🖤