MAY 11, 2026 – Today, HBCU Campaign Fund (HCF) Founder, President and CEO Demetrius Johnson, Jr. announced Dr. Tomikia P. LeGrande, president of Prairie View A&M University as the first selection of The Ten Most Dominant HBCU Leaders of 2027 and Tenth Class. Her selection reflects historic enrollment growth, expanded student success initiatives, and the advancement of its vision toward becoming a premier R1 public HBCU under her leadership.

The Ten Most Dominant HBCU Leaders Award & Class is a national recognition created by the HBCU Campaign Fund that identifies ten chancellors and presidents, and as of 2024, sports-affiliated individuals serving in the role at an HBCU, MSI, or affiliated with who exemplify a prominent and influential role in leadership and model the characteristics of following responsibilities in the progression of an institution or entity forward.

“Dr. LeGrande represents the future and strength of HBCU leadership. Her leadership continues to inspire progress, innovation, and excellence across the HBCU community. We are proud to recognize her as a member of the Tenth Class of The Ten Most Dominant HBCU Leaders of 2027 for her visionary and transformational leadership through her steadfast commitment to elevating PVAMU. We celebrate Dr. LeGrande on her selection to The Ten Most Dominant HBCU Leaders of 2027 and Tenth Class.”

— said Demetrius Johnson, Jr., Founder, President & CEO, HCF

Under her leadership, PVAMU has continued to strengthen its national presence through historic enrollment growth, expanded student-centered initiatives, and a bold vision toward academic and research excellence. Her dedication to creating access and opportunity for students while advancing the mission of HBCUs reflects the very essence of impactful leadership in higher education.

A two-time graduate of HBCUs and a first-generation, low-income college student, Dr. LeGrande is deeply committed to expanding access and opportunity. Her leadership has earned other national recognition, including the Governor’s Champion of Change Award, Houston’s Top 30 Influential Women Honor, and the SWAC President’s Game ChangerHER Award.

The honorees of The Ten Most Dominant HBCU Leaders of 2027 and Tenth Class will be fully announced in early 2027. To learn more about Dr. LeGrande, click here.

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About the HBCU Campaign Fund
The HBCU Campaign Fund (HCF) was founded in 2012 and is one of the nation’s minority educational organizations. HCF remains a strong advocate for students and higher education. The mission of HCF is to support the significance and raise funds for scholarships, programs, and for private and public HBCUs and MSIs. For more information, visit www.hbcucampaignfund.org.