The Center for Africana Futures (CAF) is proud to continue the traveling HBCU Sports Ecosystem Series: Beyond the Game, this time in partnership with Norfolk State University Athletics.

This Campus Conversation will bring together students, athletes, and scholars for a dialogue on the future of HBCU athletics, exploring how Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL), AI in sports communication, and athlete analytics are reshaping opportunities on and off the field.

📍 Location: Norfolk State University
📅 Date: Friday, October 3, 2025

Why It Matters
The HBCU Sports Ecosystem series is about more than sports — it’s about innovation, leadership, and the legacy of HBCUs in shaping future generations. Each stop is designed to spark conversation, celebrate tradition, and prepare our communities for the future of athletics and beyond.

Stay tuned for speaker announcements and the full schedule of events.

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