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Shaw University The official page of Shaw University. Founded in 1865, Shaw University is a private, coeducation institution.

Shaw University, founded in 1865, is the first historically black college in the South. Shaw is a private, coeducational, liberal arts university affiliated with the Baptist Church. The University awards degrees at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University stresses character development, which includes religious, cultural, social, and ethical values. Ultimately, Shaw University endeavors to graduate students with demonstrated competencies in their chosen fields of study.

09/10/2026

| We’re just 46 DAYS away from ShawU Homecoming 2026, and the Homecoming energy is already building! Get the fits ready, call your crew and start making those plans because October 25–November 1 will be here before you know it.

Visit https://www.shawu.edu/homecoming-2026/ to check out the schedule, event details and everything you need to plan your Homecoming week.

09/09/2026

| The Class of 2030 is officially stepping into its ShawU era!

Opening Convocation brought our newest Bears together to celebrate the journey ahead. Keynote speaker Raleigh City Councilman Corey Branch challenged students with one question to carry throughout their ShawU experience: “What kind of Bear will you be?”

| In observance of Labor Day, Shaw University will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7.All University operations will resume ...
09/07/2026

| In observance of Labor Day, Shaw University will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7.

All University operations will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 8.

Wishing the ShawU community a safe and enjoyable Labor Day!

# | ShawU Football battled and brought home the win with a 23-13 victory over the Barton College Bulldogs!The Bears de...
09/06/2026

# | ShawU Football battled and brought home the win with a 23-13 victory over the Barton College Bulldogs!

The Bears delivered on the road. That’s how you bounce back.

| The Bears are on the road and ready to make some noise. No matter where we play, Shaw Pride travels with us.🆚 Bluefi...
09/05/2026

| The Bears are on the road and ready to make some noise. No matter where we play, Shaw Pride travels with us.

🆚 Bluefield
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Wilson, NC

| There’s nothing like coming HOME! 🐻Get ready for the energy, the traditions, the memories and the unmistakable spiri...
08/29/2026

| There’s nothing like coming HOME! 🐻

Get ready for the energy, the traditions, the memories and the unmistakable spirit of Shaw University Homecoming.

Visit the ShawU Homecoming website for event details, updates and everything you need to make the most of Homecoming.
https://www.shawu.edu/homecoming-2026/

| It’s GAME DAY .The wait is over! ShawU Football kicks off the season tonight against the Fayetteville State Broncos...
08/29/2026

| It’s GAME DAY .

The wait is over! ShawU Football kicks off the season tonight against the Fayetteville State Broncos.

📍 Luther “Nick” Jeralds Stadium | Fayetteville, NC
⏰ 6 p.m. kickoff
🐻🏈

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118 E South Street
Raleigh, NC
27601

Telephone

(919)5468200

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