Includes bibliographical references (pages 46-47) and index.
Contents:
Historically Black colleges and universities -- HBCUS--in the beginning -- HBCUs that influenced the Civil Rights movement -- HBCUs--academic excellence -- HBCUs--impressive athletics -- HBCUs--cultural influencers -- HBCUs with the most interesting trivia -- Complete list of all HBCUs -- Glossary.
Summary:
"Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) were established to educate America's Black population when segregation laws prohibited Black and White students from attending the same schools. For nearly 200 years, HBCUs have produced some of the country's brightest minds on their beautiful campuses. Come along on a college tour to learn more about these schools' interesting pasts and bright futures."-- Back cover.
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