Magic Johnson Pledges $500K to Xavier University

Magic Johnson Pledges $500K to Xavier University

Magic Johnson Pledges $500K to Xavier University in Honor of Legendary Leader Dr. Norman C. Francis Source: VALERIE MACON / Getty https://www.instagram.com/magicjohnson/ Basketball legend and business mogul Magic Johnson is giving back in a major way. The Hall of Famer just pledged $500,000 to Xavier University of Louisiana, a historically Black university, to honor one of its most iconic figures—Dr. Norman C. Francis, the school’s longtime pres…

NBA legend Magic Johnson makes donation to Louisiana HBCU

Xavier University of Louisiana raised over $2 million at its Centennial Gala, presented by Ochsner Health. Hosted as part of the university’s 100th-anniversary fête to pay homage to a century of excellence and community impact, the event honored the historic legacy and ongoing contributions of the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament and President Emeritus Dr. Norman C. Francis. It was hosted by actor and comedian Bill Bellamy. R&B/Soul legend Jeffr…