UNCF is set to transition leadership as Michael L. Lomax prepares to step down after 22 years as president and CEO. Lomax’s tenure included raising more than $4 billion and helping more than 300,000 students earn degrees, positioning the organization as a major scholarship and advocacy vehicle for HBCUs. The reporting credits UNCF’s policy advocacy with deepening recognition among policymakers and elevating awareness of financial inequities affecting HBCUs. It also highlights Lomax’s role during a period of increased applications and philanthropic support for member institutions. The leadership change comes at a sensitive time for HBCUs as they continue to compete for enrollment, philanthropic dollars, and federal research opportunities.