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Morgan State acrobatics and tumbling team goes viral for routine • Feb. 25, 2025, 5:11 AM ET (CBS)
Viral video of unique routine gives Morgan State's acrobatics and tumbling team national exposure • Feb. 24, 2025, 10:09 PM ET (CBS)
Morgan State leads national conference to address gun violence on college campuses • Feb. 19, 2025, 2:03 PM ET (CBS)
Olympic gold medalist continues revitalization of Morgan State's wrestling program • Feb. 13, 2025, 5:15 AM ET (CBS)

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Also Known As Morgan College • Centenary Biblical Institute
Date 1867 - present
Areas Of Involvement African Americans • public education
Notable Alumni James Alan McPherson • Willie Lanier • Valerie Thomas • Carlton Moss

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