University campuses are helping shape the future of inclusive digital finance.
At Bowie State University, students are contributing to real-world conversations around financial access, interoperability, and open payments through a long-standing partnership with the Interledger Foundation.
Their ideas, research, and lived experiences are helping build financial systems that work for more people.
Written by @amangle.
๐ interledger.org/news/why-camโฆ#Interledger#FinancialInclusion#DigitalFinance#OpenPayments#TechForGood
The Bowie Business Innovation Center welcomed Maryland Department of Social and Economic Mobility Secretary Walter L. Simmons and his team for a conversation on strengthening pathways to economic growth across Maryland.
The discussion highlighted how the Bowie BIC and the Bowie State University Entrepreneurship Innovation Center are helping small businesses become contract-ready, pursue government procurement opportunities and build long-term success.
#BowieBold#Entrepreneurship#EconomicMobility#SmallBusiness
A leap of faith brought Widenerson Moise '27 to Bowie State. What followed was a journey defined by leadership, entrepreneurship and service.
The communications major, first-generation college student and award-winning entrepreneur has embraced every opportunity to make an impact on campus while creating opportunities for others.
Read his story: f.mtr.cool/wqjfyfshhx#bowiebold
After visiting 51 countries across seven continents, Bowie State alumna Deidre Mathis '13 transformed her passion for travel into a thriving hospitality business.
Today, she is the only Black woman in the United States to own a hostel and has welcomed more than 15,000 guests from around the world through her Wanderstay brand.
Read her story: f.mtr.cool/advgxckucr#BowieBoldย #BowieStateAlumni
Congratulations to Bowie State Professor of Dance and Movement Studies Shawn Short, MFA, who will present at the Teranga Conference 2026 in New York City. ๐
As part of the panel discussion, "Dance as Living Archive: Ancestral Knowledge, Decolonial Practice, and Institutional Resistance," Professor Short will join fellow scholars and artists exploring how dance preserves cultural memory and serves as a tool for education and community building.
Join the conversation: ailey.org/series/teranga-conโฆ#BowieBold#BornToBeBold#FacultyExcellence
A new cohort of Bowie State University students has arrived for Week 2!
Participants will gain hands-on experience and develop industry-relevant skills ย in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. We look forward to supporting this new group throughout the program
Our students continue to demonstrate what it means to be Bowie Bold. We're excited to see this cohort engage with industry leaders and gain insights that will help shape their future careers. #BowieBold ๐ค๐
A new cohort of Bowie State University students has arrived for Week 2!
Participants will gain hands-on experience and develop industry-relevant skills ย in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. We look forward to supporting this new group throughout the program
Carolyn Alston, M.A. '26, brought home a $5,000 grand prize from the HBCU Pitch competition at Times Square Takeover Activate Live during NYC Tech Week.
After taking the stage in the heart of Times Square, Carolyn credited the Bowie State University Entrepreneurship Innovation Center Center for helping make the opportunity possible.
This is what happens when talent meets opportunity. Bowie State students step onto big stages, showcase their innovation and come out on top.
To every future entrepreneur: your next big opportunity starts at Bowie State. ๐ค๐
#bowiebold
Bowie State alumna Carolyn Alston, M.A. '26, founder of Communic8 It!, won the $5,000 grand prize at the Times Square Takeover Activate Live competition hosted by @venture4them during New York Tech Week. ๐๐ค
Thank you to @fatfowlnewyork and the Bowie State University Entrepreneurship Innovation Center for making it possible. From the classroom to Times Square โ Bulldogs lead the way.
#BowieBold#Entrepreneurship#NYCTechWeek
Happening now at Bowie State University ๐
High school students from across the county are pitching their innovative ideas at our Entrepreneurship Innovation Centerโs High School Pitch Competition. ๐ก๐
#BowieState#Entrepreneurship#Innovation
After courageously overcoming a brain tumor and graduating from Archbishop Curley High School with straight Aโs, Nijah Howard is bringing his resilience, determination and excellence to Bowie State University on a full scholarship.
Welcome to Bowie State, Nijah! We canโt wait to see all that you accomplish as a Bulldog. ๐ท๐ท
Read the full story! wbaltv.com/article/nijah-howโฆ#BowieBold#NijahStrong
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Bowie State student-athletes finished the Spring 2026 semester with a 3.05 ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐๐ฃ๐.
Proud of the work, dedication, and commitment shown by our student-athletes every day.
#BulldogNation | #BiteDown
Congrats to Bowie State University alumna Carolyn Alston, M.A., โ26, founder of Communic8 It!, selected for the inaugural HBCU Pitch Competition at New York Tech Week. One of five student entrepreneurs pitching in Times Square, sheโll showcase BSU innovation.
Read more about the competition in @blackenterpriseblackenterprise.com/hbcu-fouโฆ
Last year we launched our default 13 content settings for Teen Accounts in the US, UK, Australia and Canada โ designed to help teens see age-appropriate content automatically ๐ซถย
Now these default protections are rolling out to teens around the world ๐บ๏ธ
Learn more here: about.fb.com/news/2026/06/neโฆ
We were pleased to welcome Maryland Transportation Secretary Katie Thomson to Bowie State University and the Bowie State MARC Station today. We highlighted the vision for a transformative transit-oriented development project that will expand opportunity, connectivity and growth for our community. ๐๐๐ค #BowieBold#PrinceGeorgesCounty
In 2012, Bowie State made history as the first HBCU to establish an LGBTQIA Resource Center. More than a decade later, Bowie State still shows up with year-round resources for every member of our community.
Happy Pride Month! ๐ณ๏ธโ๐
Learn more about the LGBTQIA Resource Center: f.mtr.cool/zhhksohejh ๐ค๐
Voting ends tomorrow!
The BSU Choir, under the direction of Brandon Felder, is nominated for HBCU Choir of the Year at the Stellar Awards. Help bring it home to Bowie State โ vote now at thestellarawards.com.