HBCUs are a way for low-income black students to access college. The future career success rate after attending an HBCU is not equivalent with graduates from other institutions.
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Richard V. Reese & Nathan Joo
1/19/2017
HBCUs have a historical and cultural presence in the African American community. HBCUs provide a space for African Americans to learn and be mentored by professors who have experienced and overcome the racial challenges in our country.
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Ja’el Gordon
10/3/2011
The debate surrounding HBCUs vs. PWIs undermine the education students receive at HBCUs. This debate further perpetuates the false sentiment that white is better. PWIs have name recognition and financial resources that HBCUs currently do not have. HBCUs make up for a lack of financial support by having an extremely loyal alumni, faculty, and staff population.
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Jaleesa Jones
6/1/2014
The Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos, has an incorrect understanding of HBCUs, believing them to be school choice. Historically Black Colleges and Universities were created because African Americans had no other educational options. There were laws in place until the 1950s that lawed for black people and white people to be educated separately. Without HBCUs, African Americans would not have opportunities to receive a college education.
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Richard J Reddick
3/28/2017
There are many reasons why students should choose to attend an HBCU. A few of these reasons are receiving a top-notch education, diversity, and affordability.
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HBCUs have been in existence for years. Many of our current African American leaders attended HBCUs. These institutions contribute to America’s prosperity and enroll a diverse set of students.
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This video is moderated by two African American women who attended PWIs. They explain the history of HBCUs and how HBCUS were founded during a time when the only way African Americans could receive a college education was if African Americans created their own schools.
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8/22/2019
Brelynn is a student at the HBCU Spelman College. In her video she addresses 10 things everyone should know about HBCUs.
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Brelynn
7/21/2017
