SPMG - Atlanta News & Events

05/23/2026

Keisha Lance Bottoms, a Florida A&M alumna, former Mayor of Atlanta and former senior advisor to President Biden, has won the Democratic primary for Governor of Georgia. Bottoms now advances to the general election, where she'll face the winner of the Republican runoff this November. Another HBCU alum making moves on one of politics’ biggest stages. 🐍💚

05/15/2026

05/15/2026

05/15/2026

President F. DuBois Bowman is thrilled to launch "Principled Leadership in Action," a new presidential speaker series that convenes extraordinary leaders for candid, substantive dialogue to share lessons on leadership, moral courage, and purposeful impact.

Our 2026 Commencement Speaker, NBA All-Star Chris Paul, will be in conversation with Dr. Bowman on Saturday, May 16 at 12 noon in Bank of America Auditorium, providing more interpersonal experience where he can dive deeper into his principles on leadership, family, faith, entrepreneurship, and his strong commitment to HBCUs, followed by audience questions.

This event is free and open for the Morehouse, AUC, and general public to attend with RSVP. Simply register at the link below, and we look forward to an incredible conversation with CP3!

https://bit.ly/principled-leadership

05/15/2026

May 14, 1993 Braves beat the Phillies 10-7. Tom Glavine started and got the win. David Justice and Ron Gant hit home runs and Terry Pendleton was 4-5 with 3 RBIs.

05/15/2026

Special Agent Matt Marchant recently received the Meritorious Service Award in recognition of his swift, selfless, and life-saving actions during a critical incident.

On December 5, 2025, two Tifton Police Department detectives were shot and trapped in harm’s way during a search warrant operation in Tifton, GA. SA Marchant acted swiftly, providing life-saving assistance to the injured detectives and creating the opportunity for other officers on scene to safely retreat from danger.

Join us in thanking and commending SA Marchant for his courage, decisive leadership, and unwavering commitment to protecting others.