WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - July 9, 2024 – The Winston-Salem State University Department of Athletics has announced the hiring of Hall of Famer, Corey Thompson as the head men’s basketball coach. Read More...
Charlotte, N.C. – July 9, 2024 The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) is proud to announce the appointment of Tyler Johnson as the new Coordinator of Governance and Compliance. With a background in communications, strategic planning, and athletics Tyler brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to our
(June 14, 2024) - Virginia Union University's head football coach, Dr. Alvin Parker, has been named the Black College Football Hall of Fame National Coach of the Year, it was announced by the Black College Football Hall of Fame on Saturday, June 8, in Atlanta, Ga. Read More.
Charlotte, NC (June 13, 2024) - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) Board of Directors voted last week to approve Durham, NC as the site of the CIAA Football Championship starting in 2025 through 2027. The championship will be hosted by the Durham County Sports Commission, with Durham County Memorial
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C (May 28, 2024) – The Winston-Salem State University Department of Athletics has announced a partnership with Influxer to allow its student-athletes to monetize their name, image and likeness (NIL) through personalized merchandise. Read More...
RALEIGH, NC- Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) is making a significant transition to continue its momentum of progress. The university’s Board of Trustees announces Dr. Leslie Rodriguez-McClellon’s appointment to Acting President effective immediately. Read More...
Charlotte, NC (November 30, 2023) - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference, comprised of 13 Historically Black Colleges and Universities, announces a three-year expanded sponsorship agreement with Food Lion to become the title sponsor of the CIAA Basketball Tournament. It marks the
Charlotte, NC (November 7, 2023) - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) and Van Wagner, a leading collegiate athletics marketing agency, have agreed to a new long-term term agreement, cementing the commitment of both organizations to continue their successful collaboration. Read More...
Charlotte, NC – The Board of Directors of The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), the nation’s oldest historically black conference, has endorsed a second term as Chair of the Board for Dr. Aminta Breaux, Bowie State University President with Shaw University President, Dr. Paulette Dilliard serving as Vice Chair. Each
Charlotte, N.C./May 10, 2023 – Johnson C. Smith University announced today that Stephen Joyner Sr. '73 will step down from his position as Director of Athletics after 18 years of service. Joyner has agreed to serve until his successor is announced. He will remain in his position as
Lincoln University, the nation's first degree-granting Historically Black College and University (HBCU), announced the hiring and reappointment of Harry Stinson III as Director of Athletics and Recreational Services. Stinson, who served the University in this role from 2017-22, returns to Lincoln after serving as Deputy Director of Athletics
CHARLOTTE, NC – The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) is pleased to announce that Darrell Boswell has been named Coordinator of Championships & Events. Read More...
CHARLOTTE, NC (December 12, 2022) — The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®), the nation's oldest historically black conference, has announced the addition of Bluefield State (WV) University as a full member, starting July 1, 2023. The fellow HBCU brings 13 sports for conference competition, intending to add women’s
The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA®), the nation's oldest historically black conference, held its annual fall Board of Directors meeting December 6 & 7 in Charlotte, North Carolina, which was attended by CIAA Presidents & Chancellors along with staff and selected partners. The meeting resulted in the approval
Multiple Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) contests were affected by the impending Hurricane Ian, resulting in numerous adjustments — date changes, time changes, and cancellations across football, volleyball, and cross country. Read More...
