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The students who electrify HBCU halftime shows are getting new academic support. Leaders are calling for graduation tracking to match the visibility these cultural ambassadors bring their schools.
Historically Black Colleges and Universities are launching a groundbreaking initiative to track and support marching band students' academic success, treating them with the same care given to athletes. This policy shift could transform outcomes for thousands of students who bring pride to their schools while juggling intense time demands.
Five youth marching teams from Southland, New Zealand just proved their region is a powerhouse of precision and teamwork, placing in the top three at the South Island Championships. Now they're gearing up for nationals in March, where Southland has a history of bringing home gold.
