Tuskegee University Mourns Passing of ‘Hard-Working, Committed’ Student-Athlete

Tuskegee University mourns passing of ‘hard-working, committed’ student-athlete

Tuskegee University student and baseball player Macahri Washington-Parker died on Sunday, the university announced.Washington-Parker, who was a junior at Tuskegee majoring in mechanical engineering, was also a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and served as a new student orientation leader.

Tuskegee University mourns sudden death of student-athlete

By Tavon N. ThomassonAFRO Intern The Tuskegee University community is mourning the loss of junior Macahri Washington-Parker, who died Aug. 10 in Tuskegee, Ala. Sources told the AFRO that the 20-year-old died as a result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, though university police have not confirmed the cause. “We are heart-broken to learn of Macahri’s passing,” Tuskegee President and CEO Mark A. Brown said in a statement. “We will come together t…

20-Year-Old HBCU Star Athlete Has Tragically Died

Macahri Washington-Parker (Photo via X) Student-athlete Macahri Washington-Parker has left Tuskegee University in mourning following his sudden and tragic passing at the age of 20.  According to reports, the junior is dead as a result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, although this has not been confirmed by university police.  Macahri, a member of the Golden Tigers baseball program, is remembered as a leader, mentor and friend. His influence is…

Tuskegee University Mourns the Loss of Beloved Student-Athlete and Campus Leader Macahri Washington-Parker

Tuskegee University community is mourning the loss of Macahri Washington‑Parker, a junior mechanical engineering student and valued member of the Golden Tiger baseball team who passed away on August 10, 2025. Known for his infectious positivity and strong work ethic, he made a profound impact on those around him both on and off the field. […] The post Tuskegee University Mourns the Loss of Beloved Student-Athlete and Campus Leader Macahri Washin…