For over 10 years, Mielle has proven to be more than just a beauty brand. In fact, it’s served as a community staple that’s championed textured hair and moved the culture forward. Now, in partnership with EBONY, this historic cover story shines a light on the brilliance of HBCU campus stylists — further affirming that Mielle’s commitment is a lasting promise to celebrate, educate and empower generations to come.
“Pouring into HBCUs and the next generation of stylists isn’t just business, it’s personal,” Omar Goff, President of Mielle, says. “As a proud graduate of Florida A&M University, I experienced firsthand how HBCUs nurture creativity, confidence and entrepreneurial spirit. EBONY’s spotlight on dorm room stylists honors students who are already showing up as leaders, running businesses, mastering their craft and setting the stage for what’s next.
This pivotal moment is only a fraction of Mielle’s long-term HBCU promise. The brand has longstanding partnerships with several HBCU sports teams, including Hampton University Basketball, Howard University Swim & Dive, Florida A&M University Cheer, and North Carolina A&T Track, and has also launched its MiCurl Out Homecoming Tour. Through this tour, Mielle shows up for students in their moments of joy, building authentic connections and honoring textured hair as the crown and center of it all. Additionally, the WNBA and Mielle joined forces for a new HBCU Event Intern Program at the 2025 AT&T WNBA All-Star, aiming to support the next generation of leaders in the sports business.
All of these impactful initiatives are extensions of some of the pillars by which the Black-founded, women-led beauty brand was built upon: Community Centered Beauty, Celebrating Black Excellence and Education, Access, and Legacy.
“At Mielle, we’re proud to support that journey with products, resources, and education that help grow the next generation of beauty moguls and grooming innovators,” Goff says. “Because the next Melissa Butler, Chris Classic, or Darryl Hinds is already on campus — and we’re here to help them thrive.”