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A Celebration of
HBCU and Divine Nine’s
Excellence, Education & Entertainment
January 15 - 20, 2026

Ft. Lauderdale | Bimini | Nassau
Celebrity Summit
Entertainment

Starring
Babyface
MC Lyte
Nephew Tommy
Chanté Moore
Take 6
and More To Be Announced
Hosts
Debbie Allen & Norm Nixon

MLK Day Celebrations | Poetry & Open Mic Lounge | Comedy Shows | Celebrity Q & A Interviews | D9 Stroll & Stomp the Yard Competition | Gospel Show | Enrichment Seminars | Beach & Pool Parties | HBCU Round Table Talks | And Much More!
Education


To celebrate the inaugural sailing of Homecoming: The Cruise '26, Signature Cruise Experiences (SCE) has launched the NHBCUAA Homecoming: The Cruise Scholarship program. In 2026, SCE will award more than $200,000 among the following organizations:

  • National HBCU Alumni Alliance (NHBCUAA)
  • The HBCU with the most alumni and current students on the Homecoming: The Cruise '26
  • The Divine Nine fraternity with the most members on the Homecoming: The Cruise '26
  • The Divine Nine sorority with the most members on the Homecoming: The Cruise '26
Signature Cruise Experiences will also fund a brand-new scholarship for young musicians. The winner of the SCE Emerging Musician Scholarship will receive a scholarship as well as an invitation to perform on the cruise. Application information and criteria can be found HERE. For further information on Signature Cruise Experiences NHBCUAA Homecoming: The Cruise Scholarship program, please click here.
Excellence

National HBCU Alumni Alliance and Signature Cruise Experiences both exemplify excellence as the gold standard in their respective fields.
ALLBLK celebrates Black culture and talent, setting the benchmark for diverse storytelling and representation.

The National HBCU Alumni Alliance is the gold standard in fostering a powerful network of alumni, supporting Historically Black Colleges and Universities through collaboration, mentorship, and advocacy.
The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), comprising nine historically Black fraternities and sororities known as the Divine Nine, inspires a commitment to community service, academic excellence, and a passion for public service and cultural enrichment.

Signature Cruise Experiences offers unparalleled, culturally enriching experiences with personalized service, setting the standard for exceptional entertainment and inclusive cruise experiences.
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