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My #wcw goes out to all of the mini Oprahs I know. May we continue to shine as bright as the queen. @addmich @ashleyjohnson11alive @frantv11alive @georgiadawkins @lanceontime @h3adl33 @instylewithval @nefertitijaquez @neimerdreamer @julieannwolfe @reporterblayne @melissalongtv @missymack @jbellamytv @reporterfaith @reporterkait @sgamble2007 @randa4ever @marybethjacoby @marykradio @sdiddy31 #womeninmedia 👑 (at Atlanta, Georgia)

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Our friend and sister in media wrote a book! @georgiadawkins we are so proud of you and all of your endeavors. #11Alive #Atlanta #NABJ #FAMU #BCU #GeorgiafromFlorida #BelleLyfe (at Atlanta, Georgia)

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@beyonce will award an @bethunecookman student a scholarship worth $25k this year! Please apply. Please spread the word @bcu_atlanta_alumnichapter @bcu_homecoming @bcu_greeklife @gammatauakas! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Today, Beyoncé, through her BeyGOOD initiative, announces the four schools to receive the newly established Homecoming Scholars Award Program for the 2018-2019 academic year. The Universities, Xavier, Wilberforce, Tuskegee and Bethune-Cookman, are all Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). HBCUs are institutions of higher education in the United States that were established before the Civil Rights Act of 1964 with the intention of primarily serving the African-American community. On Saturday, April 14, Beyoncé made history at the 2018 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival by becoming the first Black woman to headline in the festival's 19-year run. The jubilant set, housed on a pyramid stage with 150-plus cast members, dutifully in-sync, was the first time the icon returned to her home, the stage, in over one year. The show, with its homage to excellence in education, was a celebration of the homecoming weekend experience, the highest display of college pride. The energy-filled production put the spotlight on art and culture, mixing the ancient and the modern, which resonated masterfully through the marching band, performance art, choir and dance. It was the impetus to mark her second scholarship program. "We salute the rich legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities," states Ivy McGregor, Director of Philanthropy and Corporate Relations at Parkwood Entertainment which houses BeyGOOD. "We honor all institutions of higher learning for maintaining culture and creating environments for optimal learning which expands dreams and the seas of possibilities for students." One winner from each school will receive $25K for the 2018-2019 academic year for study in various fields. This is the second year for a scholars program created by Beyoncé. The Formation Scholars Awards Program, a merit scholarship program was established in April 2017 in celebration of the one-year anniversary of LEMONADE. #beyoncé #belleLyfe

[abelleofalyfe]

"My crown is too heavy like the Queen Nefertitie" _ @janellemonae Happy birthday again @nefertitijaquez! 😘#bellelyfe (at Atlanta, Georgia)

[abelleofalyfe]

All white everything... at least until Labor Day! Happy Easter! 🐣🐰🐇 Photo Cred: @saintdigital Venue: @ameliesfrenchbakery #BelleLyfe #Atl #Easter #allwhiteeverything

[abelleofalyfe]

Today marks the 10 years since I joined @akasorority1908 at @gammatauakas . The past decade has flown by. I am happy to say that we made it. We represent @akasorority1908 and @gammatauakas in many respectable fields. Doctor, educators, lawyers, journalist, nurses,and entrepreneurs is what some of the 72 young ladies that I was initiated with have become professionally. Personally they have become mothers, wives, friends, sorors in their respected graduate chapters and outstanding citizens of their communities. Today we celebrate 10 years of sisterhood and service! #PRTurns10 #PearlfectionResurrection #AKA #GammaTau #thegreat08 #bethunrcookmanuniversity #BelleLyfe (at Atlanta, Georgia)

[abelleofalyfe]

Last night was amazing! In February 2016 I finally let @kswgreen talk me in to joining the grad chapter that she is a member of. It was one of the best decisions I made in 2017. Last night we held our inaugural mascaraed New Years Eve Ball. As you can see it was absolutely fabulous. Where else could you find a full jazz band, gambling tables, a full traditional New Years dinner, and a cigar bar while being surrounded by beautiful women in evening gowns? Make sure to check us out next year. It is sure to be bigger and better. #bellelyfe #aka #happynewyear #nye2018 #blackexcellence #atlanta #atl Dress 👗: @badgleymischka via Rent the Runway (I bought this $550 dress during a sale for $89)

[abelleofalyfe]

Last night was amazing! In February 2016 I finally let @kswgreen talk me into joining the grad chapter that she is a member of. It was one of the best decisions I made in 2017. Last night we held our inaugural mascaraed New Years Eve Ball. As you can see it was absolutely fabulous. Where else could you find a full jazz band, gambling tables, a full traditional New Years dinner, and a cigar bar while being surrounded by beautiful women vin evening gowns? Make sure to check us out next year. It is sure to be buggier and better. #bellelyfe #aka #happynewyear #nye2018 #blackexcellence (at Atlanta Marriott Marquis)

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"Looking classy, acting jazzy, but I got a sassy mouth"_ Crime Mob Circa 2005 #NYE #bellelyfe #Atl #AKA #psiomegaomega (at Atlanta Marriott Peachtree Corners)

[abelleofalyfe]

Thank you @highmuseumofart for yet another wonderful exhibit. Here are a few highlights from my trip. #atl #bellelyfe #belleinatl #2017 (at High Museum of Art, Atlanta)

[abelleofalyfe]

2017 was full of adventure. I covered several epic festivals during the summer. I met one of my all time favorite rappers @laflare1017 on St. Patrick's Day. I reactivated in my sorority. I started a podcast! I made it to three of my little brother's football games. I tried and completed Whole30! I maintained and developed new friendships. I joined the @bcualumni association. I thank God for the many blessings and opportunities that he has bestowed upon me this far. I give God all of the glory and praise. Now let's make 2018 even better. #BelleLyfe #aka #atl #quayxdesi #quayaustralia #renttherunway (at Atlanta, Georgia)

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Circa 1992 #TBT #BelleLyfe

[abelleofalyfe]

Dear Sunday, You are still my favorite. Love always, Erica-Denise @southern08belle #BelleLyfe (at Atlanta, Georgia)

[abelleofalyfe]

My first @uncf @uncf_mmbatl Mayor's Ball was wonderful! I had a great time partying for the purpose of sending students to HBCU's. #hbcugrad #renttherunway #11alive #uncf #mmbatl #11AliveReunion Thank you shin @nyssag for my lovely makeup. #BelleLyfe (at Atlanta Marriott Marquis)

[abelleofalyfe]

Should I hold a holiday shindig at my place this month? #BelleLyfe (at Atlanta, Georgia)

[abelleofalyfe]

It's beginning to look a lot like Trapmas! Follow the tags and the next slide for more information on @trapwonderlandatl. #BelleLyfe (at Atlanta, Georgia)

[abelleofalyfe]

It is the time of year when I dress in all black or gray every single day! 😎 @quayaustralia 💄 @nyxcosmetics Liquid Suede Cream as liner and @wetnwildbeauty Spotlight Red in the middle 💇🏾 wig by me (at Atlanta, Georgia)