Posts Tagged ‘HBCUs’
Now That Affirmative Action is Dead, Black Folks “Need HBCUs More Than Ever”
Scholars predict that the SCOTUS decision to overturn affirmative action will lead to an increase in Black students seeking education from historically Black colleges.
Read MoreU.S. Forest Service and HBCUs unite to boost diversity in wildland firefighting
Several HBCUs have partnered with a government agency to create an apprenticeship program for tomorrow’s forest firefighters.
Read MoreHUD Announces $5.5 Million Award for HBCUs for Research
Several HBCUs will be able to improve or expand student housing after U.S. Housing and Urban Development announced a $5.5 million grant.
Read MoreHBCUs Carry the Weight of History
Historically Black colleges are inextricably entwined with American history, and we can learn from them if we pay attention.
Read MoreHBCUs are getting creative to meet growing student housing demand
HBCUs have to find creative ways to house students after an increase in enrollment over the last few years.
Read MoreViral video shows Black N.C. college student being led out of class in handcuffs after a dispute with her professor
A Black female student was arrested during a class at Winston-Salem State University, where she and the teacher had a disagreement.
Read MoreNew Program for Underserved Communities Is Boosting Students’ Confidence With Math
Several education organizations have teamed up to give high schoolers a chance to tackle one of the biggest hurdles to college: algebra.
Read MoreThe role of HBCUs in a post-affirmative action America
If the Supreme Court overturns affirmative action and fewer Black people can access higher education, HBCUs may struggle to attain teachers.
Read MoreIn a college football first, HBCU player comes out as gay
Byron Perkins of Hampton University has recently made history as the first football player at an HCBU to come out publicly.
Read MoreThe Fisk Jubilee Singers’ amazing story, from slavery to stardom
For more than 150 years, Fisk University’s Jubilee Singers have raised funds, spirits, and praise with their music.
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