National Activities
On September 9 and 10, 2025, representatives and members of the nineteen 1890 institutions will gather in the nation’s capital for the 135th Anniversary of the Second Morrill Act of 1890.
There are several exciting activities lined up.
Launching the First HBCU-Led Cyber & AI Games in Agriculture
Innovation meets education on September 9, 2025, with the launch of the Cyber and AI Games for Agriculture. Hosted at the University of the District of Columbia, this groundbreaking event will challenge student teams to solve real-world agricultural cybersecurity scenarios.
N.C. A&T’s team, led by Harmandeep Sharma, Ph.D., will take on 25 food and agriculture-related challenges at the intersection of agriculture, artificial intelligence and cyber defense.
Harmandeep Sharma, center, led an AI team from N.C. A&T to enter the SAS Hackathon this past winter.
A Reception at the New Home of the National 4-H Council
Plans are underway for a celebratory reception at the new headquarters of the National 4-H Council. Approximately 150 attendees will be invited to connect, reflect, and celebrate the collective impact of 1890 institutions. Final confirmation of the venue is expected soon.
Amplifying the 1890 Story on Capitol Hill
The anniversary presents a timely opportunity to bring the 1890 story directly to members of Congress. University leaders are encouraged to schedule Capitol Hill visits with their delegations while in Washington, D.C.
19-Strong Legacy Pathway
A large scale photography exhibit will tell the story of the 19-strong campuses’ impact.
The following themes will be featured:
- Celebrating Legacy
- Growing Opportunities
- Inspiring Innovation
- Uplifting Communities
