Historically Black Colleges

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This paper discusses the historically Black colleges and universities (HBCU), the postsecondary academic institutions established with the educational purpose to teach African-Americans. The paper examines the psychological, economic and political importance of these institutions. The focus of the paper is on Tuskegee University, its history and what makes this university important in particular.

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"In a workplace, the significance of scholarly and nourished atmosphere cannot be underrated in forming a stronger base for future success. (Historically Black Colleges - Letters to the Editor) Before the period of 1964, the 'Historically Black Colleges and Universities'- HBCU's, the postsecondary academic institutions were established and its educational purpose was to teach African-Americans. (The Importance of HBCUs) Historically, HBCUs came into being at a time when Black students were mainly barred from other institutions of higher education, and their purpose was to give these students with chances for scholarship and professional training. (Students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities: Their Aspirations & Accomplishments) HBCU's have been a main basis in the growth of the African-American middle class."

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