The 2026 Southeast Student Production Awards, hosted in Atlanta by the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Southeast Chapter, celebrated outstanding student achievement in television and media production across the region. Led by Emmy Award–winning journalist Sharon Lawson, the ceremony spotlighted emerging talent from high schools and colleges, recognizing excellence in storytelling, innovation, and technical craft while reinforcing the organization’s mission to cultivate the next generation of media professionals...

Entrepreneur and Danesha Smith will serve as a featured panelist at HBCU AwareFest Atlanta, taking place March 21, 2026, in Atlanta. As a McDonald's Owner/Operator and Clark Atlanta University alumna, Smith will share insights on entrepreneurship, business ownership, and legacy-building during the panel “From Vision to Ownership: Building Pathways of Entrepreneurship and Legacy,” highlighting pathways to wealth creation and opportunities for HBCU students.

Two-time Daytime Emmy-nominated actress, producer, and director Shanti Lowry has officially signed with An Officer and GentleWoman, LLC for management representation, marking an exciting new chapter in her dynamic career. Lowry is widely recognized for her iconic recurring role on The Game, now streaming on Netflix, and continues to expand her creative impact with projects including Persona, currently streaming on Paramount+.