COLUMBUS, Ohio — The energy and legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities is taking center stage in Columbus this weekend, as the city hosts its inaugural HBCU Alumni Weekend from Sept. 5–7.

The three-day celebration brings together HBCU graduates, current students, community members and even alumni from The Ohio State University for networking, career advancement, cultural events and college football.

“This is our inaugural weekend of celebrating the legacy and the contribution of HBCU alumni and the amazing things we do in the city,” said Lawrence Lemon, co-chair of HBCU Alumni Weekend and a graduate of Kentucky State University. “This will be an annual event, so look forward to it next year.”

Though the timing of the event aligns with Grambling State University's high-pr

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