First Take has a history of visiting HBCUs or supporting HBCU Week since 2019. The show has traveled to Winston-Salem State University (2023) and is home to alum Smith. Savannah State University (2023) is home to alum Shannon Sharpe. The show was at Florida A&M with comedian Kevin Hart and movie producer Will Packer (2021).

First Take” had its first stop at the university, leaving the Bison to reflect on sports and HBCU representation.

Howard hosted its Yardfest concert for the first time after a two-year hiatus. The 93rd Homecoming goes down as one of the best in Howard history, and the star studded li

ESPN Host Stephen A. Smith spoke with FOX 5's Chad Ricardo about bringing 'First Take' live to Howard University.

Stephen A. Smith shared a heartfelt moment with Howard University student Harmony Bailey, who interviewed him as a child in 2010.