Bowie State University Concludes BSU BOLD: The Campaign for Excellence with $128.5 Million Raised

Bowie State University has reached a landmark fundraising achievement, surpassing its original campaign goal by more than double with the support of dedicated alumni, partners and philanthropic donors. This milestone elevates the university into the top 10 among HBCUs in endowment size, reflecting a new era of strength, opportunity and institutional pride.

Bowie State University Honored with National Climate Luminary Award

Bowie State University has been recognized nationally for its leadership in sustainability and climate action as a recipient of the 2026 Climate Luminary Honors from Second Nature, a national nonprofit dedicated to accelerating climate action in and through higher education.

Free LinkedIn Learning Available for BSU Students, Faculty and Staff

Use your BSU credentials to access LinkedIn's robust library of on-demand video courses that support student career readiness, teaching and learning enhancement and professional development.

Bowie State University and Howard University Partner on $4M Initiative to Build AI Literacy

Over four years, the program will train students and faculty, embed AI into existing courses, and expand responsible AI education from higher education into local schools.

Bowie State Represented in Smithsonian Exhibition Celebrating HBCU Impact

Bowie State is proud to be part of a powerful exhibit on HBCUs at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History & Culture. BSU alumnus Elijah Taylor ’25 is included in a video that shares stories, achievements and the rich history of historically black institutions.

Pipeline to Portland: Bowie State and LAIKA Studios Strengthen Arts Curriculum, Career Pathways

Thanks to a lasting partnership rooted in building BSU’s stop‑motion program, doors continue to open for emerging artists in the animation industry.

Bowie State Welcomes Communications Leaders at Statewide Conference

Students, educators and professionals explored how communication evolves across generations, workplaces and cultural contexts. Emerging issues such as AI were discussed, as BSU reaffirmed its commitment to developing future leaders in mass media.

Sophomore Simone Banks Earns Arts Recognition from Maryland’s Business and Creative Community

Banks was recognized for her acrylic painting, “Wanted: Woman of Color.” She credited her experiences at Bowie State with strengthening both her artistic and public speaking skills, which helped expand her visibility and recognition.

Building Voter Power: NAACP and Pre-Law Society Lead Campus Workshop

The workshop provided students with insight into voting, advocacy and the impact of local policy. Speakers from Prince George’s County and national organizations emphasized the influence of student voices and encouraged them to take an active role in shaping their communities.

Jevon Hamilton personifies Bowie State's dedication to cultivating talent on and off the field. He made his leadership mark during his Bulldogs football career, and he plans to take his all-star mindset forward into pharmacy school.

BSU Women’s Forum Expo 2026

March 26, 2026 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Join us for a powerful, full-day experience designed to encourage, equip and empower women at every stage of their journey. The BSU Women’s Forum Expo is more than an event — it's a movement.

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Bowie State University raises historic $128 million

March 9, 2026
NBC4 Washington

University President Dr. Aminta Breaux told News4’s Jessica Albert about BSU's historic fundraising milestone and how it helps break down financial barriers for students.

Explore American heritage at this historic Prince George's County home

March 9, 2026
NBC4 Washington

Dr. Karen Cook Bell, a professor in the Department of History & Government, joined NBC Washington's Tommy McFly to discuss the Southern Maryland National Historic Area's passport of sites to visit. They visited Darnall's Chance in Prince George's County, Maryland, where she provided context on the lives of enslaved people who worked in the house.

Bowie State University Endowment Rallies Record-breaking Support

March 17, 2026
The Baltimore Times

Bowie State University announced that its BSU BOLD: The Campaign for Excellence has raised $128.5 million. This total more than doubling the campaign’s original goal and marks the most significant fundraising milestone in the university’s 160-year history.

Tony winner Myles Frost returns home for 'Chez Joey' at Arena Stage

March 20, 2026
ABC7 News

Award-winning actor and Bowie State alumni Myles Frost is back in the DMV, starring in "Chez Joey," a jazz-filled stage play set in 1940s Chicago at Arena Stage.