Homecoming: The Cruise

Enjoy A Cruise, Celebrate the Traditions of HBCUs & The Divine Nine™,
Honor MLK Day & Provide Scholarships for Deserving Students.

Homecoming: The Cruise is produced in association with the
National HBCU Alumni Alliance
and is the
Proud Sponsor of the National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc™

CRUISE DETAILS
01.15.26 - 01.20.26
Celebrity Summit
Ft. Lauderdale | Bimini | Nassau

World-Class Entertainment

Hosts
Debbie Allen & Norm Nixon

Starring
Babyface
MC Lyte
Nephew Tommy
Chanté Moore
Take 6
and More To Be Announced

A CELEBRATION OF THE TRADITION OF HBCUs & THE DIVINE NINE
The cruise programming will feature daily and nightly tributes to the traditions of HBCUs and The Divine Nine
~Plus~
Nightly Shows by Top Performers | Poetry & Open Mic Lounge | Comedy Shows | Celebrity Q & A Interviews | Divine Nine Step and Stroll Showcase | Gospel Show | Private Beach Party | Pool Parties | HBCU & Divine Nine Round Table Talks | Battle of the DJs | Bid Whist and Spades Competitions | ALLBLK Sponsored Events & Movie Nights | Themed Fashion Days | Line Dancing & Lessons | And Much More

HONOR MLK DAY
Monday, April 19, 2026
Join 2,000 guests for a day of reflection and prayer honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., followed by a night of celebration and entertainment.

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Scholarships for Deserving Students

To celebrate the inaugural sailing of Homecoming: The Cruise, Signature Cruise Experiences (SCE), the producer of the Cruise, has pledged that 100% of the net proceeds from the cruise will be used to fund the NHBCUAA Homecoming: The Cruise Scholarship program.

NATIONAL HBCU
ALUMNI ALLIANCE
(NHBCUAA)

The top eight (8) HBCUs with the most alumni and current students booked on Homecoming: The Cruise '26 will receive scholarship grants. Each HBCU will govern the awarding of these scholarships.

Additionally, SCE and the NHBCUAA have established a separate brand-new scholarship to support students and institutions. The application portal is now open at hbcualumni.org.

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NATIONAL
PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL (THE DIVINE NINE)

The top two (2) Divine Nine organizations that books the most guests on Homecoming: The Cruise '26 will each receive a donation designated for a student scholarship. These funds will be sent to the national chapters of the winning fraternity and sorority (two scholarships in total) on behalf of the NHBCUAA and Homecoming: The Cruise.

Pictured NPHC Board Members (L to R): Adira Adullah – Second Vice President, Donna Jones Anderson - President, Dr. Ralph “RJ” Johnson, PHD. - First Vice President

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SCE
EMERGING MUSICIAN SCHOLARSHIP

SCE is excited to announce the SCE Emerging Musician Scholarship, aimed at supporting talented young musicians. The selected 2025 recipient will receive a one-time scholarship to further their musical education, along with the opportunity to perform on Homecoming: The Cruise '26. This experience will offer invaluable exposure and personal growth. For more information on how to apply and the eligibility requirements, please click HERE.

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Sponsors & Participants

ALLBLK, the National HBCU Alumni Alliance, and National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. exemplify excellence as the gold standard in their respective fields.

ALLBLK celebrates Black culture and talent, setting the benchmark for diverse storytelling and representation. It is the first and best streaming service ever created for Black TV and film. Formed by Robert L. Johnson, the founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET), in November 2014, ALLBLK’s growth and influence in the entertainment world has been phenomenal.

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The National HBCU Alumni Alliance, with representation from over 140 HBCU alumni associations, is the gold standard for fostering a powerful network of alumni and supporting Historically Black Colleges and Universities through collaboration, mentorship, and advocacy.

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The National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc. (NPHC) is a beacon of unity and excellence, bringing together nine historically African American fraternities and sororities, known as the Divine Nine. Since its founding on May 10, 1930, at Howard University, the NPHC has been a driving force for academic achievement, community service, and cultural enrichment. Together, they inspire and uplift communities, fostering a legacy of leadership and empowerment.

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